The Chronic Disease Self Management (CDSM) program was launched by the Minister for Veteran Affairs at the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria's headquarters in Elsternwick. In this photo, the Minister is chatting to two people after the formalities have concluded.COL photo of three people standing close to one another, chatting. One of them is holding a white cup and saucer in one hand while gesticulating with the other. In the background, there are a few people standing to the right of the frame.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, osteoporosis victoria, ov, information displays, chronic disease, self management, pain management, program, launch, minister for veteran affairs, c1990s, c2000s

The Chronic Disease Self Management (CDSM) program was launched by the Minister for Veteran Affairs at the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria's headquarters in Elsternwick. In this photo, the Mininster for Veterans Affairs (standing) addresses attendees at the launch. Seated at a table beside him is the Foundation's CEO, Shirley Caulfield.COL photo of a man, standing at a lectern, speaking to a large group of people (seated) in a large room. Beside him, there is a woman seated at a table, facing the group. Behind them is a large freestanding Arthritis Foundation of Victoria display board and a large white and blue banner draped across a whiteboard fixed to the wall. Both the display board and the banner contain the text "Move It or Lose It" as a heading. The room contains bi-fold doors, which have been folded back to connect two rooms into one. On the left of the frame, there are some large windows through which a small palm tree is visible.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, osteoporosis victoria, ov, shirley caulfield, ceo, information displays, chronic disease, self management, pain management, program, launch, minister for veteran affairs, c1990s, c2000s

The Chronic Disease Self Management (CDSM) program was launched by the Minister for Veteran Affairs at the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria's headquarters in Elsternwick. In this photo, the Mininster shakes hands with the CEO of Arthritis Victoria, Shirley Caulfield, after presenting her with a cheque to assist in funding the program.COL photo of a man and a woman, (both standing), shaking hands. The woman is holding a small piece of paper and they are both smiling. Behind them is an Arthritis Foundation of Victoria "Move It Or Lose It" display board with information and posters.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, osteoporosis victoria, ov, shirley caulfield, ceo, information displays, chronic disease, self management, pain management, program, launch, minister for veteran affairs, c1990s, c2000s

The Chronic Disease Self Management (CDSM) program was launched by the Minister for Veteran Affairs at the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria's headquarters in Elsternwick. In this photo, a group of people gather around the Minister and the Foundation's CEO, Shirley Caulfield (partially obscured), after the formalities have concluded.COL photo of a group of people standing in a room. Many of them are holding one or more large printed programs with a red cover.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, osteoporosis victoria, ov, shirley caulfield, ceo, chronic disease, self management, pain management, program, launch, minister for veteran affairs, c1990s, c2000s

The Chronic Disease Self Management (CDSM) program was launched by the Minister for Veteran Affairs at the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria's headquarters in Elsternwick. In this photo, CDSM Leader, Thelma Kendall, addresses attendees at the CDSM launch. Seated at a table beside her is the Foundation's CEO, Shirley Caulfield.COL photo of a woman standing at a black lectern, speaking into a microphone. Beside her, there is another woman sitting at a long rectangular table. Behind her, there is a freestanding display board with the heading, "Move It or Lose It", the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria text and logo, and various posters and information. In the foreground, there are a few people sitting in the audience (partially obscured), facing them.[On a yellow sticky note printed with the text "URGENT, To: From: Date: Beautone #11421", and handwritten in blue ink] Thelma Kendall CDSM Leader at the Launch of the Project by the Min for Veteran Affairsarthritis foundation of victoria, afv, osteoporosis victoria, ov, shirley caulfield, ceo, information displays, chronic disease, self management, pain management, program, launch, minister for veteran affairs, thelma kendall, leader, c1990s, c2000s

Roll of Honour Memorial information accuracy request Official (copy) letter from Minister For Veterans Affairs notifying issue in 2002 of a Medal for National Servicemen who served between 1951 - 1972 to the family of Pte Douglas Brian PlainAustralian War Memorial - W.R. Lawrence (Director). Minister For Veterans Affairs - Danna Valemedals, pte plain, veterans affairs, australian war memorial

Photo of Legatee Lucky Luscombe and the Minister for Veterans Affair, The Hon Con Sciacca MP and Ted Gregory the CEO of AAV. Mr Sciacca was the Minister for Veterans' Affairs from 25.3.1994 to 11.3.1996. This could be during 1995 which was the 50th anniversary of the end of World War 2. Articles in Trove mention there was a promotion called 'Australia Remembers' during 1995 which helped increase awareness of history and commemorate the end of the war. AAV was Australia's largest publicly listed digital media services group. The men appear to be standing in front of a visual display.A record that Legacy was involved in the Australia Remembers activities in 1995 which were supported by the Department for Veterans Affairs.Colour photo of Legatee Luscombe and two others.Typed label on the reverse says ' From Left to right: Legacy of Laughter. Legatee Brian 'Lucky' Luscombe, Minister for Veterans Affair, The Hon Con Sciacca MP, AAV CEO, Ted Gregory.events, brian lucky luscombe, luscombe

Presented by Minister for Veterans Affair, Hon Alan Griffin MP. 29 December 2008photo/pictures, ballarat rsl, ballarat

Official Opening of the Garden of Reflection at the NVVM by the Minister for Veterans Affairs The Hon Allan Griffin MP for the 11th May 2008national vietnam veterans museum, garden of reflection, official opening, hon allan griffin mp, minister for veterans affairs

These 50th Anniversary certificates were also given to individuals who served.A 50th anniversary of the end of the second world war certificate presented to Bendigo RSL Sub Branch. Centre emblem pictures a family welcoming a serviceman home. Gold decorative border with grey background, mounted with a green border. Tan wooden frame with glass front & white cardboard backing with wire hanging strap. Emblem has words: “AUSTRALIA REMEMBERS 1945 - 1995” Signed by: “Prime Minister & Minister for Veterans' Affairs” Stamp on back: “Bethany Gallery”brsl, smirsl, 50th, certificate

James Chester Kerr Trewin (916-1965) was born in Orbost, Victoria, Australia and died there. Service Australian Army  Service Number VX5640. He enlisted on 23 Oct 1939  at Sale, VIC  He was discharged on 5 Aug 1943 with the rank o Lieutenant  He was in 2/7 AUSTRALIAN INFANTRY BATTALION.  This personal document gives an insight into the human element of World War 11 ensuring that those who were part of the Orbost community and played a vital role during this time are remembered.A rectangular laminated certificate which was given to James C. K. Trewin for contributing to Australia's effort in WW11. It is signed by John Howard-prime minister ; Peter McGauran - federal member and Bruce Scott-minister for veteran affairs.On rectangular picture of the Australian flag - Their Service Our Heritagecertificate trewin-james ww11

Typewritten proposal regarding alternative treatment for Veterans, listing alternatives to Western Merdicine in favour of Natural & Alternative Therapies seeking permission from the Hon Minister of Veteran Affairs and the Federal Court. Page referring to War Graves of Veterans (dec).References to vartious books availabledocument, medical

Part of the Bennetts Collection. See Cat No. 9726P for details f "Alva Marie Callaghan's (nee Bennetts) service.50th Anniversary Certificate commemorating the end of WW2. Text in black print. Facsimile signatures at bottom in blue. Gold decorative border on a gray background. Centre emblem features a picture of a family welcoming home a serviceman.Emblem has words 'AUSTRALIA REMEMBERS 1945-1995'. Facsimile signatures of Prime Minister, Minister for Veteran's Affairs and local MP. Handwritten in black ink: 'Alva Marie Callaghan'.alva bennetts, alva callaghan, australia remembers, ww2 certificate

Certificate issued to Australian Serviceman for their contribution towards BCOF. Signed by Prime Minister John Howard and VA Minister Bruce Scott so would be circa 1996-2001. Items in the collection of Richard William McGilvery, RAAF. Refer No.7287P for his service details, photo and awards.Hard cardboard, yellow pages with thin black, red and blue lines. Commonwealth Government emblem at top, a message of thanks and signatures at bottom. Also stylised picture of Australian Flag and image of child and man in front of a cenotaph.Says " A grateful nation expresses it's thanks to Richard McGilvery for contributing to Australia's effort in the British Commonwealth Occupation Forces (Japan). Signed by Prime Minister, His local MP & Minister for Veteran Affairs.bcof, certificate

Certificate awarded to H.M. Day.Certificate - heavy paper. Original document. Black print with Australian Coat of Arms at top and "AUSTRALIA REMEMBERS/ 1945 - 1995" emblem below print. Signed by Prime Minister, Minister for Veteran Affairs and Federal Member. Print on beige background with decorative edge and emblem in green and gold colours.On certificate - On the 50th Anniversary/ of the end of the Second World War/ a grateful nation expresses it's thanks to/ H.M. Day/ for contributing to the war effort and the coming peace.certificate, ww2, anniversary

Roy Henry CLEE No VX28338 enlisted in the 2nd AIF on 20.6.1940 age 24 years. At discharge from the Army on 19.9.1945 he was a Pte in No 37 Employment Coy.Brown plastic frame with gold trim, glass front, brown paper backing. “On the 50th Anniversary of the End of the Second World War, a grateful nation expresses its thanks to R H CLEE. Signed by Prime Minister, Minister for Veteran's Affairs & Federal Member. Stamp on back: Galleria Framing & Prints.”documents - certificates, military history, government - federal govt, 50th anniversary, clee

Certificate awarded to "MR K N BANNON" Keith Noel Bannon No. W3081 RAN Enlisted 16/1/45 aged 18 years Discharged 25/12/46 Rank Stoker 11 on HMAS Lachlan.Certificate - heavy paper, original document. Black print with Australian Coat of Arms on top and " AUSTRALIA REMEMBERS/ 1945-1995" emblem below print. Print on beige background with decorative edge and emblem in green and gold colours. Certificate signed by Prime Minister, Minister for Veteran Affairs and Federal member.On certificate "On the 50th Anniversary/ of the end of the Second World War/ a grateful nation expresses its thanks to Mr. K.N. Bannon/for contributing to the war effort/ and the coming of peace.certificate, ww2, framed item, 50th anniversary, k. n. bannon

Presented to all service personal who served in WW2.by the Australian government.Awarded to Ronald Leslie Gregory in appreciation of his service to the war effort by the Hon Paul Keating MP. Prime Minister of Australia.Rectangular shaped Certificate.On the 50th anniversary of the end of the Second World War, a grateful nation expresses its thanks to RONALD LESLIE GREGORY for contributing to the war effort and the coming peace. Signed by Prime Minister the Hon. Paul Keating MP Signed by the Minister for Veterans Affairs the Hon. Con Sciacca MPronald leslie gregory. certificate, award,

A legatee function in Legacy House with a guest speaker - the label says it is Ben Humphreys who was the Minister of Veterans Affairs (from 1987 to 1993). He is shaking hands with President B R Wilson (President in 1987). Photo was with other photos of guest speakers which were in a scrapbook of photos spanning 1983 to 1991.A record that the speakers at Legacy functions were from very different walks of life and the subjects spoken about were many and varied. Colour photo x 2 of a guest speaker at Legacy House in 1987 and a white paper label.White paper label is handwritten in blue pen '1987? Minister for Vet Affairs. No negs. Tues luncheon. Ben Humphries.' speakers, legatee event

Official issue in 2005 by the Australian Federal Government marking the 60th Anniversary of the ending of World War 2 in 1945. This medal marks Allan Charles Quinn's service in WW2.This Official medal complements the extensive holdings of memorabilia that comprises the Allan Charles Quinn Collection that extensively documents his life,the voyages, and career as a Merchant seaman in the immediate post world war 2 period and prior to the significant changes brought about by container shipping by the end of the 20th Century. Gold-coloured disc medallion in a magnetic black folding display box with plush display mount. Accompanying small brochure on 60th anniversary of WWII in 2005 and an official signed letter from the Australian GovernmentLetter signed by Prime Minister : John Howard and Veterans Affairs Minister De-Anne Kellymedal, gold, world war ii, wwii, world war 2, numismatics, allan charles quinn

The Medallion commemorates the 60th anniversary of WW2 in 2005 to honor all service personal who served and were issued with. The large card was signed by the Prime Minister John Howard and De Anne Kelly Minister for Veterans Affairs. The Medallion was designed and manufactured by the Royal Australian Mint. This was issued to R.K. Mylonas 148274, refer Cat No 10531.6 for his service details..1) Medallion, gold colour has stylized map of Australia one side opposite has Australian Coat of Arms. .2) Box cardboard, black with gold lettering on front and inside front cover, black felt inset for the Medallion. .3) Small card folding with details, size and maker. .4) Card large folding with image of the Medallion, photos showing the 3 Services, inside has a coloured Coat of Arms and description of the reason for the Medallion. Size shown is the Medallion.60th, medallion

The dignitaries in front are (from left), Hon Bruce Scott Minister for Veteran Affairs, Raleigh Armstrong, Hon Phillip Barelli MHR Deakin, Pia Armstrong and other RSL members. The young Mitcham men who did not return from WW2 were Alwyn Till, Owen Loftus, Ross Fenton, Ronald Peake,and Brian Cox. The streets bear their christian names and are directly behind the Rangeview Shopping CentreColoured photo copy of nine people at the laying of a wreath near a plaque in the footpath near the Rangeview shopsstreet names, till alwyn, loftus owen, fenton ross, peake ronald, cox brian, scott bruce hon., barelli phillip hon., armstrong raleigh, armstrong pat., world war 1039-1945, plaques

Ted Baillieu speaking on researching World War 1 veterans. The Hon Hugh Delahunty MP, Minister of Veterans Affairs opened the seminar and Chair of Victorian ANZAC Centenary Committee, The Hon Ted Baillieu MLA, updated attendees on plans. His theme was "Connections" prompting the need for people of the day, through family research, local people, churches and honour boards etc., to make 'Connections' to the World War 1 event of 100 years ago.Two Cd-Roms in plactic envelopes Disc a: 49 min. Disc b: 17 min.Ted Baillieu speaking on researching World War 1 veteransworld war i, ted baillieu

This is a copy of a letter to Sir John Leahy in 1986 inviting him to speak at a Legacy luncheon, it was then used as a draft in 1990 for another invitation, this time to Senator Jocelyn Newman, Shadow Minister for Veterans Affairs. Note that women were now being invited to speak at Tuesday luncheons. Legatees met regularly and had guest speakers to entertain and inform on different subjects at their Tuesday Luncheons. This document was from a file of information about guest speakers (see also 00812-00822 and 00829-00837). The Programme Committee was responsible for organising the speakers. A record that the speakers at Legacy functions were from very different walks of life and the subjects spoken about were many and varied. This draft to Senator Jocelyn Newman shows that from 1990 women were invited to speak at Legacy Luncheons. Refer to item 00816 para 3 in regard to changing attitudes.Yellow A4 copy paper, carbon copy of a typed letter to Sir John Leahy, with handwritten pencil updates.Dated 25 March 1986, edits in pencil.speakers, programme committee

Two photos of the Repatriation General Hospital Concord becoming part of NSW Public Health System. Sydney Legacy may have been involved as they send Melbourne Legacy these two photos and 3 documents. According to the captions on the reverse one photo shows: Federal Minister for Veterans' Affairs Senator John Faulker and State Health Minister Ron Phillips posing at the ceremony. Also Lieutenant Colonel A 'Bushy' Pembroke and Major General W J 'Bill' Watson of the Regular Defence Force Welfare Association and Legacy's Simon Agnew (on right). General Watson and Legatee Agnew are members of the National Treatment Monitoring Committee (NATMOC). A record that Sydney Legacy was involved with veteran patient care.Black and white photo x 2 of the Concord Repat hospital becoming part of NSW Public Health System in 1993. Typed caption pasted to the back of each photo.sydney legacy, hospitals

The Australian Vietnam Forces National Memorial is located on Anzac Parade in Canberra, the Nation's Capital. In May 1988 the Federal Government announced its support for the project. In August 1988 the first official Vietnam Veterans’ Day was held. In September, the Minister for Veterans’ Affairs, Ben Humphries, launched two television commercials designed to encourage donations and handed over a cheque for $12,500. Subsequent support from the Federal Government brought this to $250,000. However the bulk of the funds cam from public donation, together with some corporate sponsorship. The final cost for the memorial was just over $1.2 million. (info. from Vietnam Veterans association of Australia web-site)This item is significant in that it is a reminder of the history and experiences of the veterans of the Vietnam War and the enduring impact of the war on society.A framed momento of Vietnam War. Medallion is inset into red coloured card over mount board. It is double sided so that the medallion can be viewed from both sides. Silver raised lettering on rectangular black ribbon: "For Those Who Served Suffered and Died - Vietnam 1962 - 1973" Black lettering on red card: "This Commemorative Medallion was presented to the Orbost Shire Council by the Vietnam Veterans Association in recognition of the generosity of the people of the Orbost Shire, the Shire Council and the local R.S.L. in raising $1000, toward the building of the Vietnam Veterans National Memorial in Canberra. This Shire was the first area in the state to raise $1000." On front of medallion: "In Appreciation For Your Support" On reverse side of medallion: "Australian Vietnam Forces - National Memorial"vietnam-war war-momento war-plaque

John Henry Lockett OAM (22 January 1891 – 25 May 2002) was the oldest man ever in Australia when he died aged 111 years, 123 days. As one of the last surviving veterans of World War I, he was acclaimed as a national hero during the last decade of his life. Lockett was born in the small Victorian town of Waanyarra, near Bendigo. He left school aged nine to work on a local farm. Later, he worked for his uncles in the Mallee. On 24 March 1916, he travelled to Mildura to enlist in the Australian Imperial Force. He served in France with the 38th Battalion, earning promotion to sergeant and was discharged on 20 September 1919. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jack_Lockett After the war, Jack returned to The Mallee and selected a 640 acres (260 ha) block of land in Linga, Victoria, deciding to make his living as a farmer. In 1923, he married Maybell Ingwerson and they had four children together. In 1963, the couple retired to Bendigo in 1953, leaving the farmland (which now covered more than 130,000 acres (53,000 ha), in the care of their children and grandchildren. "Diggers And mates. Victorian World War 1 Veterans In Profile." Compiled by Kylie McKenzie. Preamble by Con Sciacca, Minister for Veterans' Affairs. Foreward by Brian Flynn, Deputy Commissioner for Veterans' Affairs. Produced by the Commonwealth Department of Veteran's Affairs, Melbourne. Printed by the Australian Government Publishing Service in 1995. Contains a collection of the experiences and insights of many of Victoria's then surviving World war 1 veterans. Soft cover book with image of 'Supporting Troops of the 1st Australian Division photographed on a duckboard track near Ypres, Belgium, 1917. Titles printed in Green and dark blue. Vererans' Affairs logo in centre at top of front cover. Book includes service particulars of each service person, personal particulars of person, and image(s) of service person at time of publication (1995) and whilst in service. Includes an article on Jack Lockett - serviceman 43 as presented in book . jack lockett, world war 1