Laurie Griffiths holds up the Margaret Strang Award, which was awarded to him and his late wife, Ida for their contributions in supporting the activities of the Foundation. Seated at the table beside him is Dr Roderick Strang, who created the award in memory of his wife Margaret. The award honours "people who have made an outstanding personal achievement in the face of difficulty resulting from their arthritis or musculoskeletal condition" (Musculoskeletal Health Australia).B&W photo of two men sitting at a large round table. On the table, there are several wine glasses, and plates with cutlery. One of the men is holding a framed award. In the background, groups of people are seated at several other tables.[On a yellow sticky note, in blue ink] Mr Laurie Griffiths holds the Margaret Strang Award while Dr Rod Strang who created the award looks on. The award was made ^ to Laurie and his late wife Ida for supporting Foundation activities to help people with rheumatic diseases.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, margaret strang award, laurie griffiths, ida griffiths, dr roderick strang, rheumatic diseases, musculoskeletal condition, 1980s

In 1993, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria awarded June Richards the Margaret Strang Award. A slightly cropped black and white version of this photo appears on page 12 of the 1993 Annual Report with the caption: "Margaret Strang Award recipient June Richards is thanked by board member, June Southwell, with supporter Wendy Millar."Colour medium close up photo of three women standing in front of a brick building. Two of the women are each holding a floral bouquet of yellow roses, miniature daisies, and green foliage. The woman in the centre is holding a pair of spectacles. A small sign on the wall behind them says: "Move it or Lose it" Bowls helps beat Arthritis.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, margaret strang award, june richards, award recipient, wendy millar, supporter, june southwell, board member, c1992, c1993

President of the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria, Bruce Dyson, presents Ross McDonald with the Margaret Strang Award.COL photo of two men standing side by side, holding a framed award between them. Behind them is a tall vertical freestanding banner containing the text and logo for Arthritis Victoria (partially obscured). To one side the banner, there is a television set on a stand.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, margaret strang award, bruce dyson, president, ross mcdonald

The Arthritis Foundation of Victoria's new headquarters was officially opened on the 19th of October, 1994, by the Governor of Victoria, Richard E McGarvie. Named the Percy Baxter Arthritis Centre, the new building is situated at 263-265 Kooyong Rd, Elsternwick. This photo appears on page 5 of the Vol 7 No 4, Summer 1994 issue of the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria's quarterly magazine, Arthritis Update. It is captioned: "Renate Kupfer, winner of the Margaret Strang Award for her work at the Malvern Op Shop, centre, chats with members Gertrude Semmler and Dot Mortensen (right)."COL medium close up photo of three women chatting inside a crowded room.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, percy baxter arthritis centre, new building, new premises, official opening, renate kupfer, margaret strang award, malvern op shop, gertrude semmler, dot mortensen, arthritis update, 1994

On the 2nd of April, 2003, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (incorporating Osteoporosis Victoria) held its 35th AGM. In this photo, board member, Heather Rose, presents the Margaret Strang Award to Joan Cotton from the Telephone Information Service (TIS) during the event.COL photo of two women standing at a lectern. One of the women is presenting a framed award to the other woman, who is holding a white envelope. A third woman is seated at a table beside them - she is holding a pen in one hand. On the wall behind them is a blue banner with gold fringing and tassles. On the banner is the text "ARTHRITIS VICTORIA" with a corresponding logo below, followed by the text "OSTEOPOROSIS VICTORIA" with a corresponding logo below that. At the bottom of the banner is the text "FOR MUSCULOSKELETAL HEALTH". In the foreground, there is a (partially obscured) view of the back of the heads of two other people.[in blue ink on a yellow sticky note] Joan Cotton receiving Margaret Strang Award from Heather Rose at AGM 2/4/03arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, osteoporosis victoria, ov, 35th agm, heather rose, board member, joan cotton, telephone information service, tis, 2003

On the 2nd of April, 2003, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (incorporating Osteoporosis Victoria) held its 35th AGM. This photo depicts Joan Cotton, from the Telephone Information Service (TIS), after receiving the Margaret Strang Award from board member, Heather Rose during the event.COL photo of a woman standing behind a lectern, on which sits a framed award and a white envelope. A second woman is standing beside her. She is looking down at a manila folder and some paperwork which she is holding in her hands. A third woman is seated at a table beside them. She is looking at the woman behind the lectern. On the wall behind them is a blue banner with gold fringing and tassles. On the banner is the text "ARTHRITIS VICTORIA" with a corresponding logo below, followed by the text "OSTEOPOROSIS VICTORIA" with a corresponding logo below that. At the bottom of the banner is the text "FOR MUSCULOSKELETAL HEALTH". In the foreground, there is a (partially obscured) view of the back of the heads of two other people.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, osteoporosis victoria, ov, 35th agm, heather rose, board member, joan cotton, telephone information service, tis, 2003

The Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV) recognised the need to make its services accessible to a broad section of the community. As a telephone counsellor for the AFV, multi-lingual volunteers such as Patricia Papadopoulos made it possible for the Foundation to offer referral and information services in languages other than English. his photo appears on page 6 of the Vol 4 No 2, Winter 1991 issue of the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria's quarterly magazine, Arthritis Update. It accompanies an article on Patricia's personal journey with arthritis, titled "Losing and Winning". The photo is captioned: "Mrs. Patricia Papadopolous, volunteer telephone counsellor, on the job." The photo also appears on 11 of the 1991 Annual Report with the caption: "Mrs. Patricia Papadopoulos, volunteer telephone counsellor, is the recipient of this year's Margaret Strang Award for outstanding service to the Foundation."Black and white photo of a woman sitting at a desk with a telephone, a desk calender, and other miscellaneous items. She is holding open an information booklet while holding the telephone receiver to her ear. There are typed pieces of paper stuck on the wall next to and facing her, and various leaflets, brochures and other paperwork in some small pigeonholes on the wall. There is a large noticeboard on the wall, above the pigeonholes.[Handwritten in thick black pencil] 11/78% ["78%" has been circled] [On a yellow sticky note, handwritten in black ink] Patricia Papadopolous Telephone Information Service Volunteer 1986arthritis victoria, av, arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, patricia papadopolous, telephone counsellor, referral services, information services, member services, multilingual, culturally and linguistically diverse, cald, 1986, margaret strong award, 1991

In 1993, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV) celebrated its 25th anniversary. Formerly known as the Rheumatic and Arthritis Association of Victoria (RAAV), the organisation was founded in 1968 by Dr Leslie Koadlow (1920-2006) with the assistance and support of his secretary, Alice Petty (-1995), and one of his patients, Mollie Riches (1896-1979). The anniversary celebrations were held at the historic Como House and Garden. Built in 1847 by the Armytage family, Como House is located on the corner of Williams Rd and Lechlade Ave, South Yarra, on Wurundjery Woiwurrung country. In this photo, winner of the 1993 Margaret Strang Award, June Richards, poses for a photo with her husband Allen, while holding her framed award. A cropped version of this photo appears on page 5 of the Vol 7 No 2, Winter 1994 issue of the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria's quarterly magazine, Arthritis Update. Under the heading, "Vale", the photo accompanies an obituary announcing June's death. June was an AFV volunteer public speaker, a telephone counsellor, a member of the panel for the Grandparent of the Year program, and the co-ordinator of the annual fundraising fashion parade event.B&W photo of a man and a woman holding a framed award certificate. They are standing on the grounds of a large two-storey house, which is in the background.alan sime, chairman, fundraising committee, arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, rheumatism and arthritis association of victoria, raav, certificate of appreciation, 25th anniversary, como house, como house and garden, historic home, wurundjery woiwurrung country, armytage

Alma McCullagh was a student at the Presbyterian Sabbath School located in Dennington, near Warrnambool. In January, around 1928, she received a book as an award from R. Conn, her Sabbath School teacher, in recognition of her involvement and achievements at the school. The exact year of this award is based on available records: in January 1928, Alma was presented with a prize by R. Conn, whereas by 1930, the role of awarding prizes had passed to F. Jones. Alma was probably the granddaughter of James McCullagh (1831–1911) and Elizabeth Eccles (1831–1909), who were pioneering settlers in the region. James and Elizabeth married in 1856 and established their home at Oak Grove, Yangery, Illowa from 1859, residing there until their deaths. One of their sons, William McCullagh (1873–1940), married Margaret Jane Russell (1879–1981). William and Margaret continued the family tradition, making their home at Oak Grove as well. They raised eleven children, with Alma likely being among the youngest of their children.The book, “The Rose Book for Girls”, edited by Mrs Herbert Strang, represents an example of literature accessible to older girls during the early 20th century. It was specifically selected as an end-of-year award, recognising consistent attendance at Sabbath School. Such choices highlight the role of books in supporting the educational and moral development of young women during this period. The book is important as a connection to the early township of Dennington, a community distinguished by its established school and church. This association reflects the values the community placed on education and religious instruction. The book’s significance is further enhanced by its relationship with colonial pioneer families in Australia, particularly those from Victoria and the Warrnambool district in southwest Victoria. It is a tangible link to the history and legacy of these early settlers, who were instrumental in shaping the regional development. In addition, the book is notable for its connection to the McCullagh family, a prominent farming family whose contributions supported the social and economic growth of the local district. This historical association enriches its value, situating the book within the broader narrative of community progress and pioneer achievement in the area, and highlighting its place within a tradition of religious life and community building.The Rose Book for Girls A collection of short stories by various authors Edited by Mrs Herbert Strang Publisher: Henry Frowde, Hodder & Stoughton, London Printer: Morrison & Gibb Ltd., Tanfield, Edinburgh, Scotland, UK Date: 1916 Hardcover book. Deep pink front and back covers, decorated with garlands of pink and white flowers, cupids and blue ribbons. The front has a cameo with a seated girl in white, with a book in her lap. Details on the spine: title, author, publisher and a sketched female in 19th-century dress holding a fan. The fly page shows details of the book and has a black and red sketch of two seated girls, one reading, the other stitching. Twenty-five books are listed on the Contents page, as well as the printer's details. Within the book are several colourful sketches. Inscriptions include the name of the book's previous owner, Alma McCullagh.Front loose-end paper: "Presbyterian Sabbath School, Dennington. Prize Awarded to: Alma McCullagh. January. (year is unreadable, circa 1928) R. Conn, Teacher"flagstaff hill, flagstaff hill maritime museum and village, warrnambool, maritime museum, maritime village, great ocean road, shipwreck coast, book, the rose book for girls, mrs herbert strang, short stories, henry frowde, hodder & stoughton, london, morrison & gibb ltd, 1916, alma mccullagh, james mccullagh, elizabeth eccles mccullagh, ca. 1928, dennington, southwest victoria, warrnambool district, presbyterian sabbath school, presbyterian sunday school, dennington presbyterian church, book award, book prize, book presentation, r. conn, sabbath school superintendent