On Saturday, the 2nd of November 2002, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV), incorporating Osteoporosis Victoria (OV), held a Fibromyalgia Syndrome (FMS) Information Day at the Carlton Crest Hotel. Titled 'The Way Forward', it was attended by around 550 people. In this photo, Arthritis Victoria's Tim Bryar leads the audience in some simple stretching exercises. A cropped version of this photo appears on page 21 of the Vol 16 Issue 1, Autumn 2003 edition of the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria's quarterly magazine, Update. It accompanies an article titled, "fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS) information day" and sub-titled "The Way Forward". The photo is captioned: "Tim Bryar, Arthritis Victoria, leading a stretch break".COL photo of a man standing on a stage, behind a lectern. He has both arms stetched up high above his head. Beside him is a small table covered with a red tablecloth. Behind him, there is a large black floor to ceiling curtain. In the background, there is a green "EXIT" sign above a doorway to the side of the stage.[On a yellow sticky note, handwritten in black ink] Tim Bryar Arthritis Victoria Leading a Stretch Break S (crossed out) FMS Information Dayarthritis foundation of victoria, afv, osteoporosis victoria, ov, fibromyalgia syndrome, fms, the way forward, information day, education, pain management, tim bryar, stretch break, exercise, carlton crest hotel, 2002

This circa 1990s photo depicts Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV) staff leading by example by taking part in a Stretch Break. The photo was taken at AFV's headquarters in Elsternwick.Black and white photo of a small group of people doing some stretching exercises in an office setting. They are standing in a semi-circle, and each person is stretching one arm up towards the ceiling. Behind them, there are multiple shelves filled with folders, books, and other items.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, stretch break, stretching exercises, gentle exercise, c1990s

Circa 1990s ‘Stretch Breaks’ brochure (exterior). This brochure contains illustrations of some simple stretching exercises suitable for implementing as a quick stretch break. The brochure is printed on two sides of an A4 size blue sheet of paper, which can then be folded into three sections.Colour digital scan of the exterior of a blue brochure. It is made from an A4 size sheet of paper which can be folded into three sections to form the brochure.arthritis victoria, av, arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, stretch breaks, brochure, gentle exercise, c1990s

Circa 1990s ‘Stretch Breaks’ brochure (interior). This brochure contains illustrations of some simple stretching exercises suitable for implementing as a quick stretch break. The brochure is printed on two sides of an A4 size blue sheet of paper which can then be folded into three sections.Colour digital scan of the interior of a blue brochure. It is made from an A4 size sheet of paper which can be folded into three sections to form the brochure.arthritis victoria, av, arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, stretch breaks, brochure, gentle exercise, c1990s

In 1998, during VicHealth's Healthy Parliament Week, Hansard staff at the Victorian Parliament took part in the 'Fit for Office' Stretch Break promotion. This photo appears on page 17 of the Vol 11 Issue 4, Summer 1998 edition of the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria's quarterly magazine, Arthritis Update. The photo is captioned: "(Below) Hansard staff - "Fit For Office" Arthritis Victoria participated in VicHealth's Healthy Parliament Week earlier this year and encouraged parliamentarians [tongue in cheek] to become "Fit for Office" as a way to promote our exerc ise messages. As a result Hansard staff (responsible for recording Parliamentary proceedings) invited Arthritis Victoria to conduct a program around office stretch breaks. Even people in the work force can fit physical activity into their day!"Colour photo of a group of people sitting around a long wooden table. They are stretching their arms above their heads, with their fingers interlocked and palms upwards. There are some printed papers on the table in front of each person, and a few glasses, mugs, and spectacles.[On a yellow sticky note, archivist's notes handwritten in black ink] VicHealth's Healthy Parliament Week - Hansard Staff "Fit for Office" early 1998 see feature in Arth Update Summer 1998 p.17arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, osteoporosis victoria (os), arthritis victoria, av, vichealth, victorian health promotion foundation, healthy parliament week, fit for office, stretch breaks, stretching exercises, gentle exercise, hansard staff, parliamentary staff, victorian parliament, parliament of victoria, arthritis update, 1998

In 1998, Arthritis Victoria (AV) conducted a Half-Day Seminar for Sports & Arts Groups. The seminar, which was sponsored by the Victorian Health Promotion Foundation (VicHealth), was held at AV's headquarters in Elsternwick. Attending were representatives from Table Tennis Victoria, Badminton Victoria, the Victorian Croquet Association, the Ethnic Communities Council of Victoria, and VicHealth. This photo depicts AV's Exercise Facilitator, Domenic Trimboli, leading participants in some gentle Stretch Break exercises during the event. A slightly cropped version of this photo appears on page 17 of the Vol 11 Issue 4, Summer 1998 edition of the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria's quarterly magazine, Arthritis Update. It is captioned: "Arthritis Victoria invited our "cluster" of sport and arts groups sponsored by VicHealth, to a half day seminar recently. It was a great opportunity to share information and find ways to work more closely. Domenic Trimboli [2nd from left], Arthritis Victoria's exercise facilitator, kept us alert with a stretch break. Domenic has been in demand with our sports groups, taking "warm-up" sessions at club events and coaching seminars." Also pictured (facing the camera) are Graham Lockwood from Table Tennis Victoria and Ann West from Badminton Victoria.Colour photo of a small group of people in a large room. One man is standing, and the others are sitting around some tables. They are all stretching their arms above their heads, with their fingers interlocked.[On two yellow sticky notes, archivist's notes handwritten in black ink] 1/2 DAY SEMINAR with Sports & Arts Groups [underlined] DOMENIC TRIMBOLI (2nd from Left) Arthritis Victoria's exercise facilitator. See feature in Arth Update p.17 Summer 1998 R Graham Lockwood (Table Tennis Victoria) Domenic Trimboli (Arthritis Victoria Exercise Facilitator) Ann West (Badminton Victoria)arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, osteoporosis victoria (os), arthritis victoria, av, vichealth, victorian health promotion foundation, stretch breaks, stretching exercises, gentle exercise, domenic trimboli, exercise facilitator, graham lockwood, table tennis victoria, ann west, badminton victoria, arthritis update, 1998

M113 APC Stopped on track near simple sapling river crossing. Twp Crew are in attendance, all hatches are open, soldier sitting in top hatch is holding a can of coke. Soldier at front of APC appears to be stretching, taking a break.m113, armoured personnel carrier, diorama, at rest

In 1998, Arthritis Victoria (AV) conducted a Half-Day Seminar for Sports & Arts Groups. The seminar, which was sponsored by the Victorian Health Promotion Foundation (VicHealth), was held at AV's headquarters in Elsternwick. Attending were representatives from Table Tennis Victoria, Badminton Victoria, the Victorian Croquet Association, the Ethnic Communities Council of Victoria, and VicHealth. This photo depicts AV's Exercise Facilitator, Domenic Trimboli, leading participants in some gentle Stretch Break exercises during the event. A cropped version of this photo (with Domenic cropped out) appears on page 17 of the Vol 11 Issue 4, Summer 1998 edition of the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria's quarterly magazine, Arthritis Update. It is captioned: "Following Domenic's directions (above) are L-R Graham Lockwood (Table Tennis Victoria) Ann West (Badminton Victoria), and (left) Lee Choon Siauw (VicHealth), George Latham (Victorian Croquet Association) and Michal [sic] Morris (Ethnic Communities Council of Victoria).Colour photo of a small group of people in a large room. One man is standing, and the others are sitting around some tables. They are all stretching their arms above and behind their heads, with their fingers spread out.[On two yellow sticky notes, handwritten in black ink - archivist's notes] See feature in Arth Update Summer 1998 p.17 MIDDLE TRIO [crossed out] L-R Domenic Trimboli (standing) Arthritis Victoria Exercise Facilitator Unidentified (seated left) [crossed out] Graham Lockwood (seated) (Table Tennis Victoria) Lee Choon Siauw (VicHealth) George Latham (Victorian Croquet Assoc.) Michael Morris (Ethnic Communities Council of Vic)arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, osteoporosis victoria (os), arthritis victoria, av, victorian health promotion foundation, stretch breaks, stretching exercises, gentle exercise, domenic trimboli, exercise facilitator, graham lockwood, table tennis victoria, ann west, badminton victoria, lee choon siauw, vichealth, george latham, victorian croquet association, michael morris, ethnic communities council of victoria, arthritis update, 1998

Anzac Dawn Service 2015. Image shows large crowd stretching southwards down Pall Mall in front of War Memorial. City lights still on with dawn breaking.bendigo, institutions, rsl bendigo, bendigo, rsl

On Saturday the 28th of May 2005, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV), incorporating Osteoporosis Victoria (OV), held a Fibromyalgia Seminar and Expo at the Melbourne Town Hall. The event was attended by more than 350 people. Presenters included rheumatologist, Dr Daniel Lewis, and Dr Craig Hassed from Monash University, who specialises in mind-body and integrative medicine. Also available on the day were 30 minute break-out sessions covering topics such as Feldenkrais, Food for Life (nutrition), Pain Management, Psychosocial Aspects, Relaxation, and Yoga. In this photo, Libby Spiers demonstrates some gentle neck stretching exercises to the audience from the stage.COL photo of a woman standing beside a lectern on a stage. She is tilting her head towards her left shoulder while holding her arms straight down by her sides. Behind her are two vertical free-standing banners, positioned on either side. One banner is titled 'Osteopororis Victoria' and the other is titled 'Osteoporosis Awareness'. In the background, there are several sections of wood panelling and a clock above an organ.[On a white label, printed in black ink] Fibromyalgia Seminar May 28 2005 Libby Spiersarthritis foundation of victoria, afv, osteoporosis victoria, ov, fibromyalgia syndrome, fms, seminar, expo, information, education, pain management, feldenkrais, food for life, nutrition, healthy food, healthy diet, psychosocial, relaxation, yoga, libby skiers, gentle exercise, neck stretches, melbourne town hall, 2005

This painting is one of a pair of large works by W. Langley-Taylor in our collection. Further information about the artist has not yet been identified. The pair depicts coastal sites on either side of Port Phillip Bay, south of Melbourne. This work represents Eagle Rock, Warrnambool, on the bay’s western side. Eagle Rock lies about 400 metres west of Thunder Point, near Shelly Beach. The painting shows the cliff formations looking east towards the Warrnambool Breakwater. The site is well known locally, appears in many photographs, and is also a recognised dive location in calm conditions. This stretch of Warrnambool coastline is exposed to the Southern Ocean. In the painting, the breaking waves and northerly drift of smoke from the steamship suggest a strong southerly wind. THE INSCRIPTIONS “Mrs M Irby” and “980/Regency”:- The significance of the inscription “Mrs M Irby”, which appears on the reverse of both paintings, has not been determined. It may refer to the ship or shipping company Irby. Irby was a four-masted iron ship built in Liverpool in 1881. It later traded between London and Australia, including visits to Melbourne and Hobart, before being destroyed by a mine in 1919 while en route to England. Alternatively, “Mrs M Irby” and the pencil inscription “980/Regency” may refer to a delivery address, perhaps an apartment or hotel. This painting is geographically significant for its depiction of Victoria’s coastal scenery. It is also significant as one of a pair of seascapes depicting sites on either side of Port Phillip Bay. Historically, the painting is significant as an example of the late nineteenth- and early twentieth-century methods and materials used in frame construction.Painting oil on board in a dark wooden frame, portrait orientation. Seascape of rock formation and cliffs, two yachts, a two-masted steamboat with red funnel and smoke, flying birds, high waves breaking onto rocks, blue sky with clouds, some tinted pink. The title is painted on the lower left corner, and the artist, W. Langley-Taylor, has signed his name on the lower right. The inscription on the back is handwritten script in red crayon or thick red pencil. The board is held in place inside the timber frame with small, dark metal tacks around all sides. Metal eyes join the wire to the frame. Small, round, dark metal nail heads are dispersed around the frame, and there is a change of colour on both the board and the wood of the frame. Painted on front “W.LANGLEY-TAYLOR.” and “EAGLE ROCK, WARRNAMBOOL, VIC.” Handwritten on back “Mrs. M. Irby” and “980 [underlined] Regency”flagstaff hill, warrnambool, shipwrecked coast, flagstaff hill maritime museum, maritime museum, shipwreck coast, flagstaff hill maritime village, great ocean road, eagle rock warrnambool, w. langley-taylor, oil painting, wall decoration, seascape of victoria's coast, mrs m irby, art, seascape, pair of paintings