On the 1st of June, 1979, a panel event was held to address the topic of Arthritis and Sport. On the panel were Olympic distance runner, Ron Clarke (1937-2015); Davis Cup tennis player and Channel 7 tennis commentator, Allan Stone (1945-); Australian cricketer, Captain of the Carlton Cricket Club and sports writer, Keith Stackpole Jr (1940-); captain of the 'all Australia carnival netball team' (1946-47) and President of the Women's Netball Association, Eunice Gill (1918-1987); Olympic sprinter and Little Athletics coach, Denise Boyd (1952-); sports medicine physician, Dr K Threlfall; physiotherapist, Barry Richardson; orthopaedic surgeon, Mr Jonathan Hooper; rheumatologist and RAAV Executive member, Dr Murray Ingpen (1940-2015); Secretary of the Sports Medicine Federation, Dr Hugo MacKay; and President of RAAV, Dr Les Koadlow (1920-2006). Around 550 people attended the event, which was held at Dallas Brooks Hall. This photo depicts many of the panelists from behind, facing the large audience before them.Black and white photo of eight people sitting at two long tables on a stage. There are six people on one table and two people evident sitting on the second table (which is partially obscured). There is a large piano in the foreground, behind one of the tables. In the background, a large audience, who are seated on rows of seats, fills the auditorium.rheumatism and arthritis association of victoria, raav, sports panel, arthritis and sport, dr k threlfall, sports medicine physician, barry richardson, physiotherapist, mr jonathan hooper, orthopaedic surgeon, dr murray ingpen, rheumatologist, raav executive member, dr hugo mackay, sports medicine federation, secretary, dr les koadlow, raav, president, eunice gill, all australia carnival netball team, captain, women’s netball association, president, denise boyd, olympic sprinter, little athletics, coach, dallas brooks hall, 1979

On the 1st of June, 1979, a panel event was held to address the topic of Arthritis and Sport. On the panel were Olympic distance runner, Ron Clarke (1937-2015); Davis Cup tennis player and Channel 7 tennis commentator, Allan Stone (1945-); Australian cricketer, Captain of the Carlton Cricket Club and sports writer, Keith Stackpole Jr (1940-); captain of the All Australia carnival netball team (1946-47) and President of the Women's Netball Association, Eunice Gill (1918-1987); Olympic sprinter and Little Athletics coach, Denise Boyd (1952-); sports medicine physician, Dr K Threlfall; physiotherapist, Barry Richardson; orthopaedic surgeon, Mr Jonathan Hooper; rheumatologist and RAAV Executive member, Dr Murray Ingpen (1940-2015); Secretary of the Sports Medicine Federation, Dr Hugo MacKay; and President of RAAV, Dr Les Koadlow (1920-2006). Around 550 people attended the event, which was held at Dallas Brooks Hall. This photo depicts panellists Ron Clarke, Allan Stone, Keith Stackpole, Eunice Gill, and Denise Boyd. A similar photo appears on page 1 (cover page) of the Vol 13, June 1979 edition of RAAV's News Review, in which all the panelists are depicted.Black and white photo of five people sitting at a long table on a stage. On the table, there are two microphones on stands, two glass jugs of water, and some glasses.[Handwritten in pencil] Sporting Panel L-R Ron Clarke, Alan [sic] Stone, Keith Stackpole, Eunice Gill, & Denise Boyd (Ron Barassi was marooned in Sydney - he arrived after the meeting concluded.)rheumatism and arthritis association of victoria, raav, sports panel, arthritis and sport, ron clarke, olympic distance runner, allan stone, tennis player, davis cup, tennis commentator, channel 7, keith stackpole jr, australian cricketer, carlton cricket club, captain, sports writer, eunice gill, all australia carnival netball team, captain, women’s netball association, president, denise boyd, olympic sprinter, little athletics, coach, dallas brooks hall, 1979

On Friday the 26th and Saturday the 27th of May, 1978, an art and craft exhibition was held as a fundraising event in support of the Rheumatism and Arthritis Association of Victoria (RAAV). Titled, "Living with Arthritis - Aids to Daily Living", the exhibition was held at St Andrew's Parish Hall in Brighton. Henceforth, it has been commonly referred to as "the Brighton Exhibition". A fashion parade and panel discussion were also held as part of the two-day event. In this photo, Dr Chris Handley holds up a sign while Occupational Therapist, Andrea Renton, addresses the audience during the panel discussion. Sitting on a wooden bench behind them are Dr Les Koadlow AO (1920-2006) and an unidentified panel member. This photo appears on page 4 of the Vol 9, July 1978 edition of RAAV's quarterly magazine, News Review. It is captioned: "Dr. Chris Handley assists Mrs. Andrea Renton, during her talk on the role of an Oc-cupational Therapist. Photo Ben Baxter." The photo accompanies an article titled, "Report of panel discussion at Brighton exhibition".B&W photo of a woman, standing, speaking into a microphone on a stand. She is wearing a long-sleeved floral shirt under a pale short-sleeved jacket, and trousers. There is a wooden folding bench seat beside her. Two people are sitting on the bench seat while, between them, there is a man standing in front of it. He is holding up a sign which depicts a sketch drawing of a hand holding a spherical object and text that says, "Hold thicker objects where possible and prevent deformity". In front of them, there is a small table with a folder on top. There is another sign (partially obscured) on the bench seat. Behind them is the edge of a stage, with a large stage curtain/backdrop in the background. There is a radio/cassette player on the stage.[handwritten in light blue ink] Page 4rheumatism and arthritis association of victoria, raav, living with arthritis, aids to daily living, art and craft, exhibition, fundraising, panel discussion, andrea renton, occupational therapist, ot, dr chris handley, biochemist, dr les koadlow, rheumatologist, frank wyer, executive committee, news review, 1978

A Research Strategies Workshop, held at Action House on the 23rd and 24th of February, 1979. This is one of two photos accompanying an article written by the Chairman of RAAV, Dr R Strang, titled "Affiliation of RAAV with AARF". The article appears on page 3 of the Vol. 12, March 1979 edition of RAAV's News Review. The text in the sub-heading is as follows: "One of the objectives in the constitution of R.A.A.V., is to seek affiliation with the A.A.R.F. This had the aim of providing in Australia a union of community organizations dedicated to the fight against ar-thritis." As well as meetings with the Australian Arthritis and Rheumatism Foundation (AARF), there were several meetings held over a period of four days, beginning on Friday the 23rd of February. These included meetings with representatives from the various state associations, the Research Committee of the Australian Rheumatism Association, and the AARF Scientific Advisory Committee. This photo is captioned: "Members of the A.A.R.F. Executive Committee Meeting at Action House. At the head of the table on the right, Dr. Steven Malazzo, Chairman and on the left Mr Douglas Hughes, Honorary Secretary."B&W photo of a group of people sitting around some tables placed in a large square formation. There are several documents on every table. In the background, there is a large television set on a stand, with a small table next to it. A briefcase has been placed on top of the television. On top of the table is a large rectangular item with a cover placed over it, an open AIWA (consumer electronics brand) box, and other miscellaneous items. There are also two windows with blinds.[Handwritten in pencil] ARRF MEET SAT Members of the A.R.A. attending the Research Strategies Workshop at Action House with Chairman, Dr. Ken Muirden at the head of the table. [Handwritten in pencil beneath "Dr. Ken Muirden", in smaller a smaller sized font] members of therheumatism and arthritis association of victoria, raav, australian arthritis and rheumatism foundation, aarf, research strategies, workshop, scientific advisory committee, action house, royal talbot rehabilitation centre, dr steven malazzo, chairman, mr douglas hughes, honorary secretary, dr strang, article, affiliation of raav with aarf, news review, 1979

In May 1984, the Rheumatism and Arthritis Association of Victoria (RAAV) launched Arthritis Week at the Independent Living Centre. In this photo, Jenny Davidson and Rosemary Coster (both of whom assisted consumers during the event) are pictured standing in front of some of the displays of arthritis aids. This photo appears (as a black and white photo) on page 5 of the 1983-1984 Annual Report. It is captioned: "Arthritis Centre and Executive members helped at the Independent Living Centre display during Arthritis Week. Jenny Davidson, staff (left), and Rosemary Coster, Executive, are shown here answering questions about aids and equipment."B&W photo of two women standing in front of some display boards affixed to the wall. On the board on the left, various arthritic aids are on display. On the board on the right, a range of underwear and wash cloths are on display.[In black pencil] 100% (crossed out) 105% (plus some scribbled lines on one side). [Archivist's note, on a yellow sticky note] 1989/1990?rheumatism and arthritis association of victoria, raav, national arthritis week, naw, launch, independent living centre, arthritic aids, arthritis aids, disability aids, assistive equipment, jenny davidson, afv staff, rosemary coster, executive member, 1984

The 10th AGM of the Rheumatism and Arthritis Association of Victoria (RAAV) was held at the College of Nursing, Australia, on the 1st of August, 1978. In this photo, Executive Commitee Member, Harry Bennett, addresses members of the Association from the podium during the event. Seated beside the podium are other members of the Executive Committee, Frank Wyer (-1980) and Dot Mortensen, and RAAV President, Dr Leslie Koadlow AO (1920-2006).B&W photo of a man standing at a podium. The podium is built into a large wooden desk, behind which are seated three other people.[on photo, in pencil] 10th AGM - 1978 ; [on photo, in blue ink] Harry Bennett - Exec Frank Wyer D. Mortensen L. Koadlowrheumatism and arthritis association of victoria, raav, 10th agm, harry bennett, frank wyer, dot mortensen, dr leslie koadlow, rheumatologist, executive committee, college of nursing australia

The 10th AGM of the Rheumatism and Arthritis Association of Victoria (RAAV) was held at the College of Nursing, Australia, on the 1st of August, 1978. In this photo, Mickey Ross addresses members of the Association from the podium during the event. Standing behind her is Executive Committee member, Frank Wyer. NB: The information on the inscription is incorrect. According to information in RAAV’s quarterly newsletter, News Review, Frank Wyer was not the President of the Association, but a member of the Executive Committee.B&W photo of a woman standing at a tall wooden podium. There is a man standing behind her. Beside the podium is a large slide projector on a table.[on photo, in pencil] 10th AGM - 1978 ; [on photo, in blue ink] Mickie Ross - Brighton SHG & Floral card lady Frank Wyer Pres [somewhat illegible]rheumatism and arthritis association of victoria, raav, 10th agm, mickey ross, frank wyer, executive committee, news review, college of nursing australia

The 10th AGM of the Rheumatism and Arthritis Association of Victoria (RAAV) was held at the College of Nursing, Australia, on the 1st of August, 1978. In this photo, Elva Renfrew & Frank Wyer (Executive Committee) address members of the Association from the podium during the event. NB: The information on the inscription is incorrect. According to information in RAAV’s quarterly newsletter, News Review, Frank Wyer was not the President of the Association, but a member of the Executive Committee.B&W photo of a woman standing at a podium on a stage. She is looking at the contents of an envelope in her hand, while a man standing beside her looks on. On a small table, beside the podium, is a large slide projector.[on photo, in pencil] 10th AGM - 1978 ; [on photo, in blue ink] Frank Wyer - Pres RAAV Elva Renfrewrheumatism and arthritis association of victoria, raav, 10th agm, elva renfrew, frank wyer, executive committee, news review, college of nursing australia

The 10th AGM of the Rheumatism and Arthritis Association of Victoria (RAAV) was held at the College of Nursing, Australia, on the 1st of August, 1978. In this photo, Executive Director, Sonia Hughes, addresses members of the Association from the podium during the event. A cropped version of this photo appears on page 3 of the Vol 10, September 1978 issue of RAAV's quarterly newsletter, News Review. It is captioned, "Sonia Hughes, Ex-ecutive Director of RAAV. Photo - Elsmaree and Ben Baxter." The photo accompanies an article titled, "Letter from executive director".B&W photo of a woman standing at a podium built into a large wooden desk. Three people are seated behind the desk. On a small table, beside the podium, is a large slide projector.[on photo, in blue ink] Sonia Sargood - Admins RAAV Frank Wyer - Pres L Koadlow J Southwell [on photo, in light blue ink] Page 3rheumatism and arthritis association of victoria, raav, 10th agm, sonia hughes, sonia sargood, executive director, frank wyer, executive committee, dr leslie koadlow, president, joan southwell, news review, college of nursing australia

The 10th AGM of the Rheumatism and Arthritis Association of Victoria (RAAV) was held at the College of Nursing, Australia, on the 1st of August, 1978. In this photo, Executive member, Elsemaree Baxter, addresses members of the Association from the podium during the event.B&W photo of a woman standing at a podium, speaking. The podium is built into a large wooden desk.[on photo, in blue ink] Elsemarie Baxter - Exec memberrheumatism and arthritis association of victoria, raav, 10th agm, elsemaree baxter, executive member, news review, college of nursing australia

The 10th AGM of the Rheumatism and Arthritis Association of Victoria (RAAV) was held at the College of Nursing, Australia, on the 1st of August, 1978. In this photo, Executive Committee member, Frank Wyer, addresses members of the Association from the podium during the event. NB: The information on the inscription is incorrect. According to information in RAAV’s quarterly newsletter, News Review, Frank Wyer was not the President of the Association, but a member of the Executive Committee.B&W photo of a man standing at a podium built into a large wooden desk.[on photo, in blue ink] Frank Wyer - Pres RAAVrheumatism and arthritis association of victoria, raav, 10th agm, frank wyer, executive committee, news review, college of nursing australia

On the 25th of September, 1991, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV), formerly the Rheumatism and Arthritis Association of Victoria (RAAV), held its 23rd AGM. In this photo, Dr Leslie Koadlow AO (1920-2006), standing, addresses the Foundation's members. Seated beside him are three executive members.B&W photo of a man standing behind a long rectangular table at which three others are seated. He is looking straight ahead and speaking. Two of the three seated people are looking down at some paperwork, while the other is looking to one side, beyond the camera. The people seated are all smiling, to varying degrees. On the wall behind them is a large Arthritis Foundation of Victoria banner.[in black ink] AGM 25.9.91 [in blue ink] No No 15Aarthritis foundation of victoria, afv, rheumatism and arthritis association of victoria, raav, 23rd agm, dr leslie koadlow, president, executive members, 1991

On the 25th of September, 1991, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV), formerly the Rheumatism and Arthritis Association of Victoria (RAAV), held its 23rd AGM. In this photo, Dr Leslie Koadlow AO (1920-2006) addresses the Foundation's members. Seated at the table beside him are three executive members.B&W photo of a man standing behind a long rectangular table at which three others are seated. He is speaking and looking down slightly. The people seated are all looking down at some paperwork on the table. On the wall behind them is a large banner containing the text, "MOVE IT OR LOSE IT", "ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION OF VICTORIA" (partially obscured), and a logo.[in black ink] AGM 25.9.91 [in blue ink] No 1 No 17Aarthritis foundation of victoria, afv, rheumatism and arthritis association of victoria, raav, 23rd agm, dr leslie koadlow, president, executive members, 1991

"Artie", which began as a cartoon character in the shape of a rat, eventually became the official mascot of the Rheumatism and Arthritis Association (RAAV). In this photo, the Friends of Artie auxiliary group are depicted at their monthly coffee shop, which was held at the Hawthorn Town Hall. A cropped version of this photo appears on page 13 of the Vol 1 No 2, April 1984 issue of RAAV's quarterly newsletter, News Review. It is captioned: "Friends of Artie, from left, Margaret Cleve, Eileen Erving, Kathy Payne, Phoebe Cum-mings, Dot Mortensen and Maureen Meyers, at their monthly coffee shop." Due to the photo having been cropped, 'The Rheumatism and Arthritis Association' sign on the wall isn't visible in the published photo. According to the article accompanying the photo, the monthly coffee shop catered to the craft market and raised about $100 a month for RAAV. The article also provides a brief history of the creation of Artie, which was initially a cartoon character created by Helen Semmler, daughter of Cliff Semmler, an executive member of RAAV. The character, a research rat, became so popular that it was eventually turned into a mascot, with a costume created for RAAV member, Dot Mortensen. Dot brought the character to life with appearances as Artie at many RAAV events.B&W photo of a small group of women sitting on one side of a long table. On the table, there are some plastic containers with lids and a small tray of sandwiches, some jugs of milk and sugar bowls, a couple of cups, and two books. On the wall behind them is a small sign with the handwritten words, 'The Rheumatism and Arthritis Association of Victoria'. To one side of the sign, there is a stained glass window and, below that, a radiator with a tea towel draped across the top.[In blue ink] Maureen Meyers Dot Mortensen Kathy Payne Phobe Cummings Eileen Erving Margaret Cleve [on a yellow sticky note, in black ink] folder AFV photos 1987 & not dated - file "friends of artie”rheumatism and arthritis association of victoria, raav, artie, research rat, cartoon, mascot, costume, friends of artie, auxiliary group, margaret cleve, eileen erving, kathy payne, phoebe cummings, dot mortensen, maureen meyers coffee shop, fundraising, hawthorn town hall, helen semmler, cliff semmler, executive member, news review, 1984