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Glenelg Shire Council Cultural CollectionLetter - Letter - K.S. Anderson, 30/06/1982
... ... military pension...Glenelg Shire Council Cultural Collection History House Cliff Street Portland great-ocean-road K S Anderson military pension Malcolm Fraser veteran affairs Letter to Malcolm Fraser, PM, to K.S. ...Letter to Malcolm Fraser, PM, to K.S. Anderson re pension. Attached is copy of a letter from the Minister of Veterans' Affairs to the PM.k s anderson, military pension, malcolm fraser, veteran affairs -
Bendigo Military MuseumNewsletter - PRESIDENTS NEWSLETTER BRSL 1997, Bendigo RSL Sub Branch, April 1997
... Bendigo Military Museum 37 - 39 Pall Mall Bendigo goldfields This Newsletter was the first by the newly elected Bendigo RSL Sub Branch President Alan Holmes at the AGM early 1997. The 15 sub headings are, Annual meeting, About the Units, Finance, Veterans Affairs, pension ...This Newsletter was the first by the newly elected Bendigo RSL Sub Branch President Alan Holmes at the AGM early 1997. The 15 sub headings are, Annual meeting, About the Units, Finance, Veterans Affairs, pension, Welfare, Appeals, Commemorative plaque, RSL Corporate plan, Ladies Auxiliary, memorabilia room, In general, Mufti and General meetings. Main points are; Mr Cliff Closehy stepping down after a Presidency of a rewarding 3 years and his foresight in building the 22 single living Units in Kangaroo Flat, Veterans Affairs having permanent Office in Bendigo, new direction in having trained Pension Officers, long standing Welfare Officer Les Waters stands down, role taken on by Jack Martin, New Appeals director Malcolm Angus taking over from long term men, Ted Kenedy & Ern Jackman, , new plaque to be unveiled at the Tom Flood Sports Centre (old Bendigo Show Grounds) commemorating the place as a WW2 Training Camp, Our Ladies Auxiliary now only catering for Ex Service organizations, The Volunteers who have helped transform the the Billiard room into a Memorabilia room especially C Richards for acquiring a Grant from Veterans Affairs to set the room up, the new Regional Centres being set up for Pensions & Welfare.Newsletter, paper A4 folded in half to make 4 pages, print in all black, there are 15 sub headings throughout. First page at the top has the RSL Logo on the left then the Sub branch being Bendigo central, under is "Presidents Newsletter" with the date "3 April 1997"brsl, smirsl, newsletter, 1997 -
Bendigo Military MuseumPrint - PRINT, FRAMED WW1, Reader's Digest (Australia) Pty Limited, 2015
... Military Museum 37 - 39 Pall Mall Bendigo goldfields From information book; " Reader's Digest/ Gallipoli/ 25th April 1915 - 9th January 1916/ Centenary Commemorative Prints." Collection of 20 prints. Refer Cat No. 7300. Framed Accessories Prints WW1 Gallipoli Centenary Details below print - in black ink. "RECRUITING POSTER Expeditionary forces, Recruits wanted c.1916" Details on poster -red ink - "RECRUITS WANTED/ EVERY MAN PHYSICALLY FIT IS WANTED" Blue ink "COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA/ EXPEDITIONARY FORCES with further headings under "CONDITIONS OF ENLISTMENT" - " Rates of pay per day" - "Separation Allowance" - "Pensions". ...From information book; " Reader's Digest/ Gallipoli/ 25th April 1915 - 9th January 1916/ Centenary Commemorative Prints." Collection of 20 prints. Refer Cat No. 7300.Framed print. Print - colour print on paper. Copy of an original recruiting poster - red and blue print on white background on paper. Frame - Black plastic framing with glass front and MDF board backing with adhered black paper.Details below print - in black ink. "RECRUITING POSTER Expeditionary forces, Recruits wanted c.1916" Details on poster -red ink - "RECRUITS WANTED/ EVERY MAN PHYSICALLY FIT IS WANTED" Blue ink "COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA/ EXPEDITIONARY FORCES with further headings under "CONDITIONS OF ENLISTMENT" - " Rates of pay per day" - "Separation Allowance" - "Pensions".framed accessories, prints, ww1, gallipoli, centenary -
Bendigo Military MuseumBook - YEAR BOOK, The Brighton Print, R.S.S.I..L.A OFFICIAL YEAR BOOK 1936
... Military Museum 37 - 39 Pall Mall Bendigo goldfields RSL Book WW1 Veterans A medium size paper book. It has a brown buckram spine cover. The front cover has the original style RSL badge in the centre, showing two characters. Left side of the RSL Badge in white is the phrase; "NSW Branch Incorporated", on the right side of the badge is "ANZAC MEMORIAL, Hyde Park, Sydney'. Under the RSL badge is the image of a happy construction worker with a safety helmet. Inside are approx 207 pages of print and illustrations. It also has advice on pension ...A medium size paper book. It has a brown buckram spine cover. The front cover has the original style RSL badge in the centre, showing two characters. Left side of the RSL Badge in white is the phrase; "NSW Branch Incorporated", on the right side of the badge is "ANZAC MEMORIAL, Hyde Park, Sydney'. Under the RSL badge is the image of a happy construction worker with a safety helmet. Inside are approx 207 pages of print and illustrations. It also has advice on pension entitlements. It has first AIF history. Cost 1/-. rsl, book, ww1, veterans -
Bendigo Military MuseumDocument - GENERAL INFORMATION FOR NATIONAL SERVICE DISCHARGE
... Bendigo Military Museum 37 - 39 Pall Mall Bendigo goldfields Ref Cat No.754. Form shows contact points for various categories of service, i.e. Legal Aid, Housing Loans, Pensions ...Ref Cat No.754. Form shows contact points for various categories of service, i.e. Legal Aid, Housing Loans, Pensions etc, that the National Service may have a right to, also shows time limits that may apply.Single sheet white paper A.4 size with tattered bottom edge with general information that may be required on discharge. Writing only on one side.Against line "Advise and Counselling" written in blue pen "Brian Dorizzi C627117".national service, discharge information. -
Bendigo Military MuseumFlyer - BOOKLETS, DOCUMENTS, REPATRIATION, Commonwealth of Australia, 1) October 1959, .2) November 1952, .7) & .8) 1953
... Bendigo Military Museum 37 - 39 Pall Mall Bendigo goldfields The Dept of Repatriation of the Commonwealth of Australia is now The Dept of veterans Affairs. repatriation pensions allowances .1) Document 14 pages, re repatriation benefits, pensions and Allowances from the Commonwealth of Australia Repatriation Dept. ...The Dept of Repatriation of the Commonwealth of Australia is now The Dept of veterans Affairs..1) Document 14 pages, re repatriation benefits, pensions and Allowances from the Commonwealth of Australia Repatriation Dept. This is actually 3 documents all the same but have been glued together like a pamphlet, two on white paper, one on blue paper. .2) Document 8 pages, light brown colour, stapled from the Repatriation Commission, amendments on pensions, medical treatment and other benefits. .3) Document, folds into 3, yellowish paper printed in green and black relating to War Widows benefits from the Australian Repatriation Dept, no date but benefits are in pounds, schillings and pence, pre 1966. .4) .5) & .6) Documents, folds into 3, yellowish paper, red and black printing from the Repatriation Dept of Australia, details a a guide to Service pensions, means test, rates of pensions, property etc. .7) & .8) Booklets, 53 pages, off white colour from the Commonwealth of Australia with instructions for the guidance of a repatriation local committee, issued by the Repatriation Commission.repatriation, pensions, allowances -
Bendigo Military MuseumDocument - DOCUMENTS WW1, 1915 - 18, 1963
... Military Museum 37 - 39 Pall Mall Bendigo goldfields Documents in the collection relating to George Ross Freeman No 2485 57th Bn AIF. The 2 page letter to George from Percy appears to be from a Brother. Refer Cat No 3251P for Freeman's service details. Documents letters 57th (.1) Document, paper, hand written, blue ink with dates from Nov 14th 1915 to Aug 8th 1917 showing significant events during the war. (.2) Letter, pink paper, dated 2.7.1963 re an application for a pension to the Deputy Commissioner Repatriation from G.R.Freeman. (.3 - .4) Two page letter, blue ink to George from Percy dated 29.9.1918 France Document DOCUMENTS WW1 ...Documents in the collection relating to George Ross Freeman No 2485 57th Bn AIF. The 2 page letter to George from Percy appears to be from a Brother. Refer Cat No 3251P for Freeman's service details.(.1) Document, paper, hand written, blue ink with dates from Nov 14th 1915 to Aug 8th 1917 showing significant events during the war. (.2) Letter, pink paper, dated 2.7.1963 re an application for a pension to the Deputy Commissioner Repatriation from G.R.Freeman. (.3 - .4) Two page letter, blue ink to George from Percy dated 29.9.1918 France documents, letters, 57th -
Bendigo Military MuseumPrint - PEN & INK PRINT, FRAMED, Walsh's Portrait Printers and Enlargers, "Saving Amiens", c1918-1930
... Bendigo Military Museum 37 - 39 Pall Mall Bendigo goldfields The owner was John Conrad Brown NR 706 of the 38 Bn. He was severely wounded in action (GSW to face and left arm). He returned to Australia and was pensioned ...The owner was John Conrad Brown NR 706 of the 38 Bn. He was severely wounded in action (GSW to face and left arm). He returned to Australia and was pensioned off. The owner had this artwork in his house at Goornong until a storm blew the roof off. It was important to him.This is a large black and white print depicting a scene in the Amiens battle. It shows Australian and German men fighting. A small stone bridge is near the centre of the work. High explosive blasts are depicted in the picture. It is finely detailed i.e. buttons on uniforms and dovetail joints in the ammunition box. It is set in a thick card mat. Under the image is the caption. The frame is a simple heavy timber type. The rear has a paper cover but is broken away.The artist was F. Matania. (Fortunino Matania)ww1, amiens, 9 brigade, framed print -
Orbost & District Historical Societyinvitation, 1939
... pensions. Socially , the ‘Diggers’ Annual Ball’ accomplished a great deal in bringing Returned Servicemen together. At this time, these functions were organised by self-appointed committees and proceeds were distributed among special causes – mainly to the RSSAILA members who were experiencing hardship. military-balls R.S.S.I.L.A. ...The Returned Sailors and soldiers Imperial League of Australia was formed in 1916. Annual RSSAILA Balls (originally known as the Diggers Balls) were held to raise funds for those who returned fromconflicts especially those who were not eligible for war pensions.Socially , the ‘Diggers’ Annual Ball’ accomplished a great deal in bringing Returned Servicemen together. At this time, these functions were organised by self-appointed committees and proceeds were distributed among special causes – mainly to the RSSAILA members who were experiencing hardship.A rectangular card invitation to the Diggers' Military Ball, Monday 1st May 1939. Print is in black. The card is edged in gold. It is a Double Ticket - 7/6 RSSILAmilitary-balls r.s.s.i.l.a. -
Bendigo Military MuseumCertificate - VARIOUS CERTIFICATES, 1) 9.1.1946 .3) & .4) 12. 4.1962
... Military Museum 37 - 39 Pall Mall Bendigo goldfields Items issued to Arnold Oakley JORDAN No TX3528 (Tasmanian) POW. Refer 176 for his service history. personal effects documents certificates canteen .1) Tobacco Ration Card. Off-white in colour, Area Canteens re TX3528, JORDAN, A.O. Pte. 9.1.46 - 6.2.46. .2) Small canvas cover, brown back with plastic front, black sewn edging. .3) War Pension ...Items issued to Arnold Oakley JORDAN No TX3528 (Tasmanian) POW. Refer 176 for his service history..1) Tobacco Ration Card. Off-white in colour, Area Canteens re TX3528, JORDAN, A.O. Pte. 9.1.46 - 6.2.46. .2) Small canvas cover, brown back with plastic front, black sewn edging. .3) War Pension Certificate, fawn in colour, stamped and folded. No 593, Certificate No X5175. .4) War Pension Certificate, fawn in colour, stamped and folded. No 592, Certificate No 5174.personal effects, documents, certificates, canteen -
Glenelg Shire Council Cultural Collection
Document - Military Submission, John Ferres, Government Printer, Defences of the Colony, 1864
... pension of £333 but in 1881 was reinstated; his return, according to the Australasian, was 'a distinct gain to the state' for he was 'as competent now … as … at any time of his life'. Ferres was known for his equable temperament. Garryowen acknowledged his integrity, organizational ability, technical knowledge, capacity to withstand political pressures, cool head, and inexhaustible stock of patience. Portland Battery military ...1864 group of 4 submissions bound in to one document. Heavy paper sewn together with twine, black print on white.portland battery, military, major scratchley, commodore wiseman, governor, john ferres -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)Book, Creyke, Robin & Sutherland, Peter, Veterans' Entitlements Law
... National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM) 25 Veterans Drive Newhaven phillip-island-and-the-bass-coast Veterans - Legal status laws etc - Australia Military pensions - Australia For over eighty-five years, and from both sides of politics, the Commonwealth Government has provided support for servicemen and women. ...For over eighty-five years, and from both sides of politics, the Commonwealth Government has provided support for servicemen and women. Whether it be soldier settlers' block, further education, specially fitted cars for limbless, habitation programs or financial support, Australians have been prepared in practical ways to help and compensate the men and women who have served their country in the armed forces especially in times of war.For over eighty-five years, and from both sides of politics, the Commonwealth Government has provided support for servicemen and women. Whether it be soldier settlers' block, further education, specially fitted cars for limbless, habitation programs or financial support, Australians have been prepared in practical ways to help and compensate the men and women who have served their country in the armed forces especially in times of war.veterans - legal status, laws etc - australia, military pensions - australia -
Wodonga & District Historical Society IncPhotograph - Wodonga "Tank Day" War Loan day Wodonga
... pensions the government launched 'Peace Loan' campaigns after the war. The various Shires in each State were given quotas that they were expected to raise. As part of the efforts to gain support for the Seventh War Loans for the Commonwealth, an Australian military tank launched an "offensive" throughout Northeast of Victoria, visiting several towns finishing at Wodonga on Saturday 5th Wodonga and staying on the Sunday before continuing on its tour. ...pensions the government launched 'Peace Loan' campaigns after the war. The various Shires in each State were given quotas that they were expected to raise. As part of the efforts to gain support for the Seventh War Loans for the Commonwealth, an Australian military tank launched an "offensive" throughout Northeast of Victoria, visiting several towns finishing at Wodonga on Saturday 5th Wodonga and staying on the Sunday before continuing on its tour. ...During World War 1, to finance the war the Commonwealth Government had a series of war loans, and then peace loans. To recover the cost of the war and fund soldier pensions the government launched 'Peace Loan' campaigns after the war. The various Shires in each State were given quotas that they were expected to raise. As part of the efforts to gain support for the Seventh War Loans for the Commonwealth, an Australian military tank launched an "offensive" throughout Northeast of Victoria, visiting several towns finishing at Wodonga on Saturday 5th Wodonga and staying on the Sunday before continuing on its tour. In response to this and other fund-raising efforts, the Wodonga community subscribed more than £12,845 to the Peace Loans which was acknowledged with the presentation of the brass plaque.This image captures an important event in Wodonga in response to World War 1.A black and white photograph depicting crowds gathered outside the Shire Hall in Wodonga. Flags are flying in the street. People are looking at a war tank on display towards the right hand side of the image.TANK DAY WODONGA has been hand written on the middle of the image.peace loans australia, world war 1, social response world war 1 -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Booklet - Michele Matthews Collection: PHD Research - Bendigo Soldiers' Memorial Opening Booklet, Nov 15 1921
... military leaders, the formal presentation of the hall keys, patriotic music performed by schoolchildren, and inspections of the building. The ceremony concluded with a band performance and afternoon tea, highlighting both the ceremonial significance of the occasion and the community's involvement in celebrating the new memorial. Several pages are devoted to the history and achievements of the Returned Soldiers' Association. Founded during the First World War to support wounded and returning servicemen, the Association expanded into a powerful advocacy organisation, helping veterans secure pensions...military leaders, the formal presentation of the hall keys, patriotic music performed by schoolchildren, and inspections of the building. The ceremony concluded with a band performance and afternoon tea, highlighting both the ceremonial significance of the occasion and the community's involvement in celebrating the new memorial. Several pages are devoted to the history and achievements of the Returned Soldiers' Association. Founded during the First World War to support wounded and returning servicemen, the Association expanded into a powerful advocacy organisation, helping veterans secure pensions ...Dr Michele Matthews has been a local and social historian for nearly three decades since she first used correspondence held by the then Bendigo City Council for her Honours thesis. She is an ardent advocate for the use of local history records to tell Victorian and Australian history from a grassroots perspective. Michele’s MA thesis, ‘A forgotten “Father” of Federation: Sir John Quick 1852‑1911’ (2003), and her PhD thesis, ‘Survivors, schemes, Samaritans and shareholders: the impact of the Great Depression on Bendigo and District 1925‑1935’ (2007), both drew heavily on Bendigo and district records. Michele Matthews Collection: PHD Research - Bendigo Soldiers' Memorial Opening Booklet This item includes the following document: 8672.36a The document is a commemorative booklet produced for the opening of the Bendigo Soldiers' Memorial Hall (later the Soldiers' Memorial Institute) on 15 November 1921. It celebrates the completion of the memorial building, honours the service and sacrifice of Bendigo soldiers in the First World War, and outlines the role of the Returned Soldiers' Association (RSA) and associated community organisations. The booklet also includes the opening ceremony programme, photographs of officials, a concert programme, and advertisements from local businesses supporting returned servicemen. The opening message explains that the Memorial Hall was built by the citizens of Bendigo as a permanent tribute to local soldiers who served in the Great War. More than simply a meeting place, it was intended as a lasting monument to the courage and sacrifice of those who fought and died, while also serving as a practical centre for returned servicemen. The building, erected at considerable public expense, was designed to stand as a reminder to future generations of the cost of freedom and the gratitude owed to those who served. The booklet describes the hall's extensive facilities, noting that its rooms were furnished through donations from patriotic organisations and comfort funds throughout Bendigo and Victoria. These included committee rooms, reading and writing rooms, billiard facilities, lounges, and a large public hall capable of seating approximately 500 people. Responsibility for maintaining and developing the building was entrusted to the Returned Sailors' and Soldiers' Imperial League of Australia (RSSILA), ensuring it remained a centre for veterans' welfare and community life. A detailed programme outlines the official opening ceremony. Events included the Governor of Victoria inspecting the guard of honour, speeches by civic and military leaders, the formal presentation of the hall keys, patriotic music performed by schoolchildren, and inspections of the building. The ceremony concluded with a band performance and afternoon tea, highlighting both the ceremonial significance of the occasion and the community's involvement in celebrating the new memorial. Several pages are devoted to the history and achievements of the Returned Soldiers' Association. Founded during the First World War to support wounded and returning servicemen, the Association expanded into a powerful advocacy organisation, helping veterans secure pensions, land settlement opportunities, employment, and other government entitlements. The booklet stresses that the League was non-political and non-sectarian, encouraging comradeship among former soldiers while protecting their interests and supporting their families. It also lists the office-bearers of the Bendigo branch and describes its ongoing welfare work. The publication also highlights the work of the Diggers' Business Association, established to promote businesses owned by returned servicemen and encourage the public to support them. Beyond commercial advocacy, the Association organised charitable fundraising events, concerts, exhibitions, and visits to returned soldiers' homes, demonstrating its commitment to both economic assistance and community service. The booklet praises its energetic leadership and encourages public support for its activities. In addition to historical information, the booklet contains photographs of prominent RSA officials and office-bearers, reflecting the leadership behind the memorial project and veterans' organisations in Bendigo. A programme for an evening concert performed by the Ballarat Diggers' Band illustrates the celebratory nature of the opening festivities, while numerous advertisements from local businesses—many owned by returned servicemen—show the strong connection between the memorial, the local economy, and post-war community rebuilding. Overall, the booklet serves both as a historical record of the opening of the Bendigo Soldiers' Memorial Hall and as a statement of the city's commitment to remembering the sacrifices of its servicemen. It reflects the broader post-war movement across Australia to create memorials that honoured the fallen while providing practical support, fellowship, and opportunities for returned soldiers as they reintegrated into civilian life.bendigo, michele matthews collection, rsl, soldiers' memorial institute
