Coloured photo of the front view of a Caribou aircraft. The pilot & co-pilot are clearly visible in the cockpit. The photo is mounted on a timber board.73 on the Nose cone.caribou

Two pages of a Plan of New Chum & Victoria Lines of Reef, compiled by G. W. Hart. Taken from J. N. Macartney's G'Fields Registry for 1871. Plan shows leases from High Street to California Gully. Location of the Manchester Arms, British & American Hotel and the Quartz Miners Arms are shown. Townships of Long Gully and Ironbark are shown.map, goldfields, new chum & victoria lines of reef, victoria catharine g m coy, thornton & co, extd victoria reef g m co, ural tribute compy, nil desperandum compy, koch, north victoria g m co, danger hill coy, north endeavour coy, wheadon & co, pilot co, north energetic co, energetic compy, endeavour company, hercules co, victoria gold mines compy, iron duke g m co, golden fleece united, ballerstedt, alfred co, confidence co, prince alfred co, canterbury co, advance co, wells, humboldt co, adventure co, try me well, sterry & co, gibbs & ballerstedt, handy andy, wells?, south adventure co, w rae, victoria reef quartz m co, myra co, jackson, wybrants, burrows & sterry, new chum & victoria tribute, old chum co, ballerstedt, lazarus, watson, koch & hildebrand, lansell & hunt, dennis, abe lincoln co, bonati & co, ellesmere co, moore late menzies, british co, british tribute co, garibaldi, c c co, new chum trib, dobson & co, young chum co, little chum co, old chum co, new chum trib, little chum trib, g w hart, j n macartney's g'fields registry for 1871, manchester arms, british & american, quartz miners arms

Depicts a casualty evacuation from the field by RAAF Iroquois or 'Huey' helicopter. Four soldiers are protecting the landing zone. Two soldiers carrying stretchered injured soldiers on board. Pilot, Co-Pilot, and another soldier look on.'RAAF' on the tail piece of helicopter. Made by John Loughmandiorama, "dust off", huey helicopter

This item was donated by Flying Officer Nicholas William Hobson (0116949) who was a Pilot with the Royal Australian Air Force. He served in Vietnam with No 9 Squadron from April 1969 to April 1970 and was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross. UH-1H Iroquois helicopterin a black frame is a black and white photograph of Flying Officer Nicholas William Hobson - O116949 who is sitting inside of a UH-1H Iroquois helicopter. He is smiling at the photographer.Pilot Officer N.W. Hobson in the co-pilot's seat of a No. 9 Squadron RAAF UH-1H Iroquois helicopter. Hobson served in Vietnam between April 1969 and April 1970 and was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC) flying officer nicholas william hobson, o116949, pilot, royal australian air force, no 9 squadron, distinguished flying cross, dfc, photograhp, bell uh-1 iroquois, iroquois helicopter

Denis Gibbons (1937 – 2011) Trained with the Australian Army, before travelling to Vietnam in January 1966, Denis stayed with the 1st Australian Task Force in Nui Dat working as a photographer. For almost five years Gibbons toured with nine Australian infantry battalions, posting compelling war images from within many combat zones before being flown out in late November 1970 after sustaining injuries. The images held within the National Vietnam Veterans Museum make up the Gibbons Collection. A black and white phototgraph of a photocopy of a newspaper article about the An Thoi village market in the Mekong Delta, where Co-Pilot F/Lt Blue MAudio, CDonnel watches as The Pilot F/LT Nick Watling tries a piece of dried fish, an evil smelling part of Vietnamese diet.photograph, newspaper, an thoi, market, mekong delta, f/lt blue maudio, cdonnel, f/lt nick walting, gibbons collection catalogue, denis gibbons

Denis Gibbons (1937 – 2011) Trained with the Australian Army, before travelling to Vietnam in January 1966, Denis stayed with the 1st Australian Task Force in Nui Dat working as a photographer. For almost five years Gibbons toured with nine Australian infantry battalions, posting compelling war images from within many combat zones before being flown out in late November 1970 after sustaining injuries. The images held within the National Vietnam Veterans Museum make up the Gibbons Collection. A black and white photograph taken at An Thoi village market in the Mekong Delta, Co-Pilot F/Lt Blue McDonnel watches as The Pilot F/LT Nick Watling tries a piece of dried fish, an evil smelling part of Vietnamese fisheries, never the less, if one held one's nose, the fish tasted quite nice. photograph, an thoi, mekong delta, f/lt nick walting, gibbons collection catalogue, village market, f/lt blue mcdonnel, denis gibbons

Summary:Heathmont Secondary College’s judo team earned 10 medals at the Victorian Secondary Schools Sports Association competition held at Monash University. Fourteen students competed, winning four gold, four silver, and two bronze. The school praised their determination and sportsmanship, and noted that judo is offered as a Year 10 elective. (Co-Pilot 27/6/2026). Caption: " Medals: Heathmont Secondary College teacher Karl Broecker (right) and his students who showed their Judo prowess."

Summary:Heathmont College VCE students spent a week door‑knocking around Maroondah for Red Cross Calling, collecting donations between March 16–24. They received Community Services certificates at assembly, and their efforts put the school in the running for the perpetual Red Cross shield, awarded to the school that raises the most money. (Co-Pilot 27/6/2026). Caption: Caring Collectors with first names of students.

Summary:Sally MacAdams and Claire Adams from Heathmont Secondary College achieved high distinctions in the Australian Schools English Competition, placing them in the top one percent of English students in the state. The competition tests reading, comprehension, data interpretation and vocabulary, and draws entrants from across Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific. (Co-Pilot 27/6/2026). Includes photo of Sally and Claire. (Photographer Jo Patterson)

The article reports that Eastwood Primary School’s Grade 5 and 6 students won a national Landcare Australia competition with a five‑minute puppet show about environmental issues in Wombalano Park. Working alongside Ringwood Council’s parks and gardens department, the students created a production that earned the school a video recorder and television monitor. Their teacher, Philip Nye, said the whole school community was proud, and the children were thrilled to have their efforts recognised.. (Co-Pilot Summary 4/7/2026).

Eastwood Primary School marked a milestone: its 40th anniversary. The article explains that the school opened in 1953 with 54 students and has since grown to 385, now offering an integration program for children with hearing difficulties. A major building upgrade in 1987 added a resource‑library centre, and the school emphasises personalised education. Staff spent nearly a year organising the anniversary celebrations, which include a supper dance on May 29. (Co-Pilot Summary 4/7/2026). Mention of teacher Mrs June Anderson

Summary: Joel Hulme, a student at Heathmont College, placed in the top one percent internationally in the Australian Mathematics Competition, scoring an impressive 99 percent. He received $30 and a Westpac bank account as part of his award. Maths co‑ordinator Jim Ymer praised the result as one of the best the college has recorded. More than 70 students from Years 7–12 took part, and Joel hopes to pursue a future in maths or science. (Co-Pilot 27/6/2026). Includes photo of Joel.

Summary: Heathmont College secured $1 million in government funding to build a new advanced technology wing as part of the Schools of the Future program. Local MP Gordon Ashley announced the grant, saying it would benefit students across several eastern suburbs. The new centre—focused on electronics, computing, and fabrication in metals, plastics, and wood—will be located at the junior campus and support students pursuing VCE technology studies. Principal Glenn Fankhauser welcomed the investment, calling it a major boost for education in the outer east (Co-Pilot 27/6/2026)

Summary - The article features four Aquinas College students — Matt, Renee, Tim, and Angela — who took part in the State heat of the 1995 Mobil Managing the Australian Economy Competition. Using a computer simulation, they adjusted economic variables such as interest rates, sales tax, and government spending to understand how governments attempt to meet economic goals. The piece notes that Aquinas College has ranked among Victoria’s top ten schools four times in seven years, highlighting the school’s strong academic performance. (Co-Pilot 11/7/2026)

Summary:Heathmont College became the first school in Victoria to offer a retail sales management course for Year 11 students. The new program, created with Swinburne University of Technology and Myer Grace Bros., lets students complete both VCE and TAFE modules at the same time. About 22 students will take part, including a six‑week training block at Myer and work toward an advanced certificate in retail sales management. The college already runs similar dual‑recognition programs in hospitality, automotive studies, electronics, engineering and office administration.. (Co-Pilot 27/6/2026).

2 Newspaper articles each with a photo. Summary: "A deliberately lit fire destroyed two classrooms and storerooms at Heathmont Primary School just one week before the school was scheduled to close. Police confirmed arson and are seeking information about a late‑model blue Ford sedan seen leaving the site around the time the fire started. Staff and students—soon to merge into the new Great Ryrie Primary School—were left distressed, though community support from nearby schools and local businesses has helped lift morale. Authorities are asking anyone with information to contact them". (Co-Pilot AI)

Summary: The clipping describes a Neighbourhood Watch (NWH) essay and poster competition held at Heathmont East and Eastwood Primary Schools. Students produced creative work showing their understanding of Neighbourhood Watch, and local groups F42 and F43 announced the winners. Prizes were book vouchers donated by Mountain Books in Heathmont. The article also notes upcoming NHW meetings at Eastwood Primary School, with a guest speaker Reg Worthy discussing offender rehabilitation, and provides a contact number for John Weymouth for further details. (Co-Pilot Summary 4/7/2026). Also mentions NWH Secretary David Harvey-WilliamsPhoto caption "WINNING IDEAS"...Eastwood Primary School students celebrate their winning efforts in the Neighbourhood Watch essay and poster competition judged last week".

Summary: Eastwood Primary School’s integration program for profoundly deaf and hearing‑impaired students has attracted international attention. South African educator Prithee Singh, head of the School of Psychological Guidance and Special Education Services, visited to observe how the school includes integration students in regular classes with support from specialist teachers. The program, coordinated by Sandra Greaves, has become a state leader in inclusive education. Singh praised the facility and sought insight into transitioning from segregated schooling to a system that meets the needs of all children, leaving impressed by Eastwood’s approach.. (Co-Pilot Summary 4/7/2026).

Summary - The article by Leonora Elliot-Bruce reports that students from Aquinas College raised $1500 for the Fred Hollows Foundation, enough to help restore sight to around 200 people in developing countries. Gabi Hollows, widow of renowned eye surgeon Fred Hollows, visited the school to acknowledge the donation and speak with students. She explained how the foundation continues Fred Hollows’ work by funding low‑cost eye operations, producing intraocular lenses, and supporting blindness‑prevention programs worldwide. The article highlights both the students’ fundraising efforts and the ongoing global impact of the foundation’s work. (Co-Pilot 11/7/2026)Photo Captions: Gabi Hollows, widow of famout eye surgeon Fred Hollows, thank Aquinis students for raising $1500, which will save the sight of 200 people in the Third World. Picture Michelle Kelcey. Images by Jim Stirling.

Summary: The article reports the ceremonial start of construction for the new Great Ryrie Primary School, marking a major milestone for the merging communities of Heathmont, Ringwood, and Southwood Primary Schools. The event was attended by Bayswater MP Gordon Ashley, Maroondah Mayor Les Willmott, along with parents and staff from the three schools. Mr Ashley praises the patience and commitment shown by the three school communities and emphasises involving children in the ceremony, noting that the school exists for them and without them it is “just bricks and mortar.” The article highlights that the new school will offer strong opportunities for local children and will be an important asset for the community (Co-Pilot 11/7/2026)Photo Caption: Prep pupils Caroline, Valentina, and Caitlyn give Bayswater MP Gordon Ashley a hand during the turning of the first sod at the new primary school.

Summary - The article describes a dispute over funding and safety measures for the new Great Ryrie Primary School. Bayswater MP Gordon Ashley accuses Maroondah councillor Nick Kirmos of misleading residents about who is responsible for paying for parking, crossings, and other infrastructure around the school. Ashley insists the Education Department has already committed funding and that Kirmos’ claims are a “beat‑up.” Residents, however, express concerns about traffic and safety near the school and support Kirmos’ push for clearer answers. The article includes comments from both officials and residents, highlighting ongoing disagreements about responsibilities and communication. (Co-Pilot 11/7/2026)Photo Caption: Safety Issues: Concerned REsidents and Cr Nick Kirmos outside the new school

Summary - The article reports that Great Ryrie Primary School—created from the merger of Heathmont, Ringwood, and Southwood Primary Schools—is almost ready to open for term two. A photo shows Maroondah Mayor Joe Cossari and Bayswater MP Gordon Ashley inspecting the final stages of construction. It explains that earlier disputes over parking and funding have been resolved, with the Department of Education confirming $150,000 in funding and transferring a small parcel of land to allow for 60 parking spaces. Both Joe Cossari and Gordon Ashley emphasise that issues have been addressed and express confidence in the school’s smooth opening and positive future. (Co-Pilot 11/7/2026)Photo Caption: Maroondah Mayor Joe Cossari and Bayswater MP Gordon Ashley discuss works at Great Ryrie Primary School in Heathmont.

Summary - The article highlights teacher Jenny Vincent’s work to improve attitudes toward mathematics through the Keys to Life Early Mathematics Program. Ms Vincent has been seconded from Ringwood Primary School (now Great Ryrie Primary School) to the Department of Education’s Early Years of Schooling Branch to coordinate the initiative. The program emphasises maths as an essential life skill and focuses on four key areas: classroom teaching, support for children with special needs, professional development for teachers, and parent involvement. A photo shows Joshua, aged 5, participating in a counting activity at Great Ryrie Primary School, one of seven Victorian schools involved in the program. (Co-Pilot 11/7/2026)Photo Caption: One, two, three: Joshua 5 counts with blocks at Great Ryrie Primary School, one of seven Victorian schools to be involved in the new program.

Summary:The FOCUS pilot program, run jointly by Maroondah Council and Heathmont College, proved highly successful in supporting Year 10 students whose needs weren’t being met in mainstream classes. The program combined academic learning, vocational training, and personal development: three days a week on literacy and numeracy, one day of work experience with local businesses, and one day building confidence, communication, health and self‑management skills. Of the 17 students enrolled, 15 completed the year, with several moving into further study or employment. Heathmont College presented a plaque to council manager Edith Farrell, who praised the initiative as an important alternative for students at risk of leaving school early. (Co-Pilot 27/6/2026).

Newspaper article with a photo. Final Bell for Principal Jim O'Shea's era. Summary: "Jim O’Shea, long‑serving principal of Heathmont East Primary School, is retiring after a 40‑year teaching career, including a decade leading the school. The article highlights his enthusiasm, his strong rapport with students, and the respect he earned from the school community. It traces his career from his graduation in 1957 through various teaching posts across Victoria and a year in New Zealand. Although he notes that the principal’s role has become increasingly stressful, he says the students and the support of staff and families have kept him motivated. The accompanying photo caption marks his retirement as “the end of an era.”' (Co Pilot AI Summary)

Newspaper article with a photo. Summary: 'Heathmont East Primary School rolled out a new, state‑of‑the‑art computer network, giving students Internet access in every senior classroom. Each room now has a multimedia Windows 95 computer connected through a hub network to shared printers, a scanner, and a modem for online access. Teacher Julie Margetts is shown helping a Grade 5 student explore the school’s “Virtual Science Fair.” Principal Leigh Robinson credits parents, staff, and students for installing the system themselves, saying the school now has the skills to maintain it and even help other schools do the same. Heathmont East is also part of the Mag‑Net group, linking school networks and hosting shared home pages.' (Co-Pilot AI)

Summary: A fire destroyed a block of 10 former classrooms at the old East Ringwood Primary School site around 3 a.m., causing about $200,000 in damage. Detectives, including Senior Detective Boyd McKittrick, believe the blaze was deliberately lit, noting several smaller fires around the grounds. Two Ringwood firefighters received minor injuries while containing the blaze. The site had been sold just a week earlier to Wilbow Peck Corporation, whose general manager Robert Boscarato said the damaged building was already scheduled for demolition and the area would now be cleared for safety. A nearby historic red‑brick classroom was saved with only minor damage. Authorities urged anyone with information to contact the arson squad or Crime Stoppers. (Co-Pilot 4/7/2026)Photo Caption: "NOTHING LEFT: fire completely destroyed a block of 10 classrooms at the former East Ringwood Primary School site early Monday morning. The buildings were due to be demolished early next month"

Summary: A master plan for Maroondah’s new $3.2‑million “super school” is expected to be released by the end of the month. The school will accommodate 450 students and will be created through the merger of Ringwood Primary School, Heathmont Primary School, and Southwood Primary School. It will be built on Great Ryrie Street on the Heathmont College campus, though it will operate independently. Geoff Buzaglo, principal of Ringwood Primary School, states that the project is on schedule for completion in time for the 1998 school year. The planning committee includes representatives from each of the three schools and the Education Department, with architects Smith and Tracey preparing the master plan. Planned facilities under discussion include computer networking, a library, an art/craft centre, a multi‑purpose hall/gymnasium, a music centre, and an administrative centre.. (Co-Pilot 11/7/2026)