On the 18th of April, 2002, Arthritis Victoria (AV) held a Southern Regional Seminar & Luncheon in Pakenham. This photo depicts seminar attendees taking part in some gentle stretching exercises.Colour photo of a big group of people standing behind chairs placed along long rectangular tables. The tables and chairs have been arranged in rows. Each person is practising some gentle stretching exercises by bending their torsos to one side.[On a yellow sticky note, handwritten in black ink] Pakenham event Southern Regional Seminar & Luncheon 18th April 2002arthritis victoria, av, southern regional seminar and luncheon, community seminar, seminar attendees, stretching exercises, group exercise, pakenham, 2002

During National Arthritis Week (NAW) 2002, a graded walk was held at Jells Park on the 11th of April as part of the 'Healthy Parks, Healthy People' campaign. In this photo, a group of people (one of whom is a wheelchair user) practice some gentle stretching exercises in the park.COL side-view photo of a group of people doing some stretching exercises in a park. One person is a wheelchair user and another person is sitting on the grass. Most people are holding their arms outstretched in front on them.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, arthritis victoria, av, national arthritis week, naw, healthy parks healthy people, graded walks, jells park, wheelers hill, stretching exercises, gentle exercise, warm up exercises, cool down exercises, wheelchair user, accessibility, disabled access, 2002

During National Arthritis Week (NAW) 2002, a graded walk was held at Jells Park on the 11th of April as part of the 'Healthy Parks, Healthy People' campaign. In this photo, Arthritis Victoria's Tim Bryer leads a group of people in some gentle stretching exercises. One person is a wheelchair user.COL photo of a group of people, led by an instructor, doing some stretching exercises in a park. One of them is a wheelchair user. They have their arms outstretched wide in front of them. Most of those standing are leaning to one side with their weight on one leg. There is a young child in the foreground. To the left of the frame (partially obscured), there is a television camera operator with a camera on his shoulder.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, arthritis victoria, av, national arthritis week, naw, healthy parks healthy people, graded walks, jells park, wheelers hill, tim bryar, exercise instructor, stretching exercises, gentle exercise, warm up exercises, cool down exercises, wheelchair user, walking frame, wheelie walker, accessibility, disabled access, television camera, camera operator, broadcast television, audiovisual, 2002

During National Arthritis Week (NAW) 2002, a graded walk was held at Jells Park on the 11th of April as part of the 'Healthy Parks, Healthy People' campaign. In this photo, Arthritis Victoria's Tim Bryer leads a group of people in some gentle stretching exercises. One person is a wheelchair user, while another is using a walking frame. There are also a few young children amongst the group.COL wide frame photo of a group of people, led by an instructor, doing some stretching exercises in a park. They have their hands outstretched in front of them, at shoulder or chest height. One person is a wheelchair user, while another is sitting on a walking frame. There are a few young children amongst the group of adults.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, arthritis victoria, av, national arthritis week, naw, healthy parks healthy people, graded walks, jells park, wheelers hill, tim bryar, exercise instructor, stretching exercises, gentle exercise, warm up exercises, cool down exercises, wheelchair user, walking frame, wheelie walker, accessibility, disabled access, 2002

In October 1988, visiting British physiotherapist, Jane Barefoot, conducted a workshop for people with Ankylosing Spondylitis. In this photo, workshop participants are practising one of the stretching exercises.B&W photo of several people doing some stretching exercises in a long, narrow hallway. There is a handrail on one wall, and a brick wall without a handrail on the opposite wall. Some people have one leg up on the handrail while others have their leg placed up high on the brick wall opposite. Each person exercising is bending their torso towards the ankle of the raised leg. There are two people who appear to be standing while the others are doing the exercises.[in blued ink on a green sticky note] An evening workshop for people with Ankylosing Spondylitis was conducted by visiting British physiotherapist Jane Barefoot. Here, special stretching exercises for the condition are demonstrated.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, jane barefoot, physiotherapist, ankylosing spondylitis, workshop, exercise, pain management, 1988

A large group of people take part in some gentle stretching exercises at an unidentified event at the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria's headquarters in Elsternwick.COL photo of a large group of people in a large room. Several people are standing in front of a chair, which have been set up in rows, while others remain seated. The people standing all have their arms outstretched above their heads. In the background, a set of bi-fold doors, which have been folded up in the open position, are visible beside some large windows. Various shrubs are visible through the windows.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, gentle exercise, stretching exercises, self-management, pain management, c1990s

A large group of people take part in some gentle chair-based stretching exercises at an unidentified event at the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria's headquarters in Elsternwick.COL photo of a large group of people seated on rows of chairs in a large room. They all have their arms outstretched above their heads. In the background, a set of bi-fold doors, which have been folded up in the open position, are visible beside some large windows. Various shrubs are visible through the windows.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, chair-based exercise, gentle exercise, stretching exercises, self-management, pain management, c1990s

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

This series of photos were taken in 1996 at the launch of the bilingual "Move it or Lose it" brochures for the Italian community. As a result of a commitment by the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV), incorporating Osteoporosis Victoria (OV), to better reach and serve the multicultural community, bilingual brochures were produced in several languages. In this photo, the attendees is taking part in some simple chair-based stretching exercises.COL photo of a group of people, seated, stretching one leg forward while lifting it off the ground. Behind them are some people standing in the background. Two of these people appear to be in costume. On the wall are some travel posters, and at the back of the room is a freestanding "Move It Or Lose It" banner.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, osteoporosis victoria, ov, culturally and linguistically diverse, cald, languages other than english, lote, migrant communities, bilingual, italian, move it or lose it, brochures, gentle exercise, stretching exercises, chair-based exercise, 1996

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

This photo depicts a member of the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria's Joint Action Group demonstrating some stretching exercises (location unknown).Black and white photo of a woman, wearing a "Joint Action" t-shirt, doing some stretching exercises. She is holding one arm outstretched in front of her, while at the same time holding her opposite leg outstretched in front of her. She has her weight on one leg, and has her opposite hand (in a fist) on her hip. There is a large grassy sports ground in the background, with a metal goal frame in the distance.[Handwritten in blue ink] 8A [There are also two long pencil lines, one diagonal, one vertical, across the verso]arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, joint action group, jag, exercise demonstration, 1992

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

The theme for the 1996 National Arthritis Week (NAW) was "Ring the Bells for Arthritis", with the Glen Iris Handbell Ringers performing at the launch. There was a Joint Walk along Southgate, beside the Yarra River in Melbourne - one of around 24 Joint Walks held across Victoria during the 1996 NAW. In addition, there was a "Making Life Easier" expo held on the day. In this photo, AFV Physiotherapist, Valerie Sayce, and two others demonstrate some exercises in the park after the Joint Walk. There is a brief report on this and other events held that week on pages 9 and 10 of the 1996 Annual Report.COL photo of three people demonstrating some exercises in a park. They are lunging forward while stretching both arms up above their heads. One woman has a strand of gold tinsel tied around her waist, while the other woman has two large gold bows tied around her head and her neck. All three are wearing 'Move It Or Lose It' sweatshirts. Standing on either side of them are two people who are following the exercise routine. One is wearing a blue and white sunvisor while the other is holding a drumstick in her hand and has a small drum hanging from a strap around her neck. Directly behind them is a "Move it or Lose it" freestanding vertical banner, containing the "Arthritis Foundation of Victoria" and "VicHealth Foundation" text and logos. Behind them, to the right of the image, is a large "ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION OF VICTORIA" banner.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, osteoporosis victoria, ov, national arthritis week, naw, ring the bells for arthritis, joint walk, valerie sayce, physiotherapist, stretching exercises, drummers, drum band, drumming, banner, annual report, 1996

The theme for the 1996 National Arthritis Week (NAW) was "Ring the Bells for Arthritis", with the Glen Iris Handbell Ringers performing at the launch. There was a Joint Walk along Southgate, beside the Yarra River in Melbourne - one of around 24 Joint Walks held across Victoria during the 1996 NAW. In addition, there was a "Making Life Easier" expo held on the day. In this photo, AFV Physiotherapist, Valerie Sayce, and two others demonstrate some exercises in the park after the Joint Walk. There is a brief report on this and other events held that week on pages 9 and 10 of the 1996 Annual Report.COL photo of three people standing on an outdoor stage in a park. One woman is holding a large piece of paper or booklet, while the other woman is holding a small piece of paper. All three are wearing 'Move It Or Lose It' sweatshirts. To their left are members of a drum marching band. Some of the drummers are holding one drumstick up in the air. Directly behind them is a "Move it or Lose it" freestanding vertical banner, containing the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria" and VicHealth Foundation text and logos. Behind the marching band is a large "ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION OF VICTORIA" banner.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, osteoporosis victoria, ov, national arthritis week, naw, ring the bells for arthritis, joint walk, valerie sayce, physiotherapist, stretching exercises, drummers, drum band, drumming, banner, annual report, 1996

During National Arthritis Week (NAW) 2002, a graded walk was held at Jells Park on the 11th of April as part of the 'Healthy Parks, Healthy People' campaign. In this photo, a reporter interviews two 'graded walk' participants while a television camera operator captures the moment.COL photo of a small group of people in a park. One is a camera operator who has a television camera sitting on top of his shoulder. He is filming three women who are standing opposite him. One is a young woman. She is facing the camera while holding a microphone on a lead, which is attached to the camera. Two middle-aged women are standing next to her, facing her.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, arthritis victoria, av, national arthritis week, naw, healthy parks healthy people, graded walks, jells park, wheelers hill, tim bryar, exercise instructor, stretching exercises, gentle exercise, warm up exercises, cool down exercises, wheelchair user, walking frame, wheelie walker, accessibility, disabled access, television camera, camera operator, broadcast television, reporter, interview, news report, audiovisual, 2002

On the 18th of April, 2002, Arthritis Victoria (AV) held a Southern Regional Seminar & Luncheon in Pakenham. This photo depicts an unidentified woman teaching seminar attendees about weight bearing exercises for building strong bones and healthy joints while another woman demonstrates the exercises.Colour photo of two women: one is speaking into a cordless microphone while the other is sitting down and doing some arm exercises using a small dumbbell. They are on the floor in front of a stage in a hall.arthritis victoria, av, southern regional seminar and luncheon, community seminar, seminar attendees, stretching exercises, group exercise, pakenham, 2002

On the 18th of April, 2002, Arthritis Victoria (AV) held a Southern Regional Seminar & Luncheon in Pakenham. This photo depicts an unidentifed woman reading to seminar attendees from a small booklet.Colour photo of a woman sitting on a chair and speaking into a cordless microphone. She is reading from a small booklet in her hand. Behind her, there are some gift wrapped raffle prizes and a floral bouguet on the edge of the stage.arthritis victoria, av, southern regional seminar and luncheon, community seminar, seminar attendees, stretching exercises, group exercise, pakenham, 2002

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

This series of photos were taken in 1996 at the launch of the bilingual "Move it or Lose it" brochures for the Italian community. As a result of a commitment by the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV), incorporating Osteoporosis Victoria (OV), to better reach and serve the multicultural community, bilingual brochures were produced in several languages. In this photo, physiotherapist, Valerie Sayce, leads a gentle stretching exercise demonstration during the event.COL photo of a woman standing at a black lectern. She is standing straight and has her head turned to one side. Behind her are a few people, (seated and partially obscured), who also have their heads turned to one side. There are several posters on the wall behind them.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, osteoporosis victoria, ov, culturally and linguistically diverse, cald, languages other than english, lote, migrant communities, bilingual, italian, move it or lose it, brochures, valerie sayce, physiotherapist, gentle exercise, stretching exercises, exercise demonstration, 1996

This series of photos were taken in 1996 at the launch of the bilingual "Move it or Lose it" brochures for the Italian community. As a result of a commitment by the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV), incorporating Osteoporosis Victoria (OV), to better reach and serve the multicultural community, bilingual brochures were produced in several languages. This photo depicts the attendees taking part in a simple chair-based stretching exercise.COL photo of a large group of people, who are seated on rows of chairs. They are each holding one arm up, outstretched, with their other hand on their laps. Behind them, there is a freestanding "Move It Or Lose It" banner.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, osteoporosis victoria, ov, culturally and linguistically diverse, cald, languages other than english, lote, migrant communities, bilingual, italian, move it or lose it, brochures, gentle exercise, stretching exercises, chair-based exercise, 1996

This series of photos were taken in 1996 at the launch of the bilingual "Move it or Lose it" brochures for the Italian community. As a result of a commitment by the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV), incorporating Osteoporosis Victoria (OV), to better reach and serve the multicultural community, bilingual brochures were produced in several languages. In this photo, the attendees takes part in a simple chair-based stretching exercise.COL photo of a large group of people who are seated on rows of chairs. They are each holding one arm up, outstretched, with their other hand on their laps. On the wall are several Italian travel posters.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, osteoporosis victoria, ov, culturally and linguistically diverse, cald, languages other than english, lote, migrant communities, bilingual, italian, move it or lose it, brochures, gentle exercise, stretching exercises, chair-based exercise, 1996

This series of photos were taken in 1996 at the launch of the bilingual "Move it or Lose it" brochures for the Italian community. As a result of a commitment by the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV), incorporating Osteoporosis Victoria (OV), to better reach and serve the multicultural community, bilingual brochures were produced in several languages. In this photo, the attendees is taking part in some simple chair-based warm-up exercises.COL photo of a large group of people, seated. They are shaking their hands as a warm-up exercise. There are some printed brochures on some chairs and on the floor. In the background is a freestanding "Move It Or Lose It" banner beside an open doorway, through which some people are standing. Beside them are two people who appear to be in costume.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, osteoporosis victoria, ov, culturally and linguistically diverse, cald, languages other than english, lote, migrant communities, bilingual, italian, move it or lose it, brochures, gentle exercise, stretching exercises, chair-based exercise, 1996

In April 1989, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria's physiotherapist, Valerie Sayce, lead a Self Management class for Fitness Leaders. This photo depicts Valerie leading the group in some stretching exercises.Black and white photo of a group of people doing some exercises. They are in a hall with a billiard table and a cue rack.[Handwritten in blue ink] FITNESS LEADERS COURSE APRIL 1989 [Handwritten in pencil] 27 22 6arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, arthritis self management course, fitness leaders training course, valerie sayce, physiotherapist, 1989

In the mid 1990s, a self-help course for children with arthritis was held at the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria's headquarters. Following the course was a barbeque for the children and their families. This photo depicts some of the children trying out some chair-based stretching exercises.COL photo of a group of children seated on rows of chairs inside a room. Many of them are holding their hands up, some with two fingers depicting the "peace" sign. In the background, there is a whiteboard affixed to one wall, with an open door and a display board with posters (partially obscured) on the other wall.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, children with arthritis, juvenile arthritis, family support group, self-help course, pain management, chair-based exercise, living with arthritis, family support, family barbeque, bbq, c1990s

In the mid 1990s, a self-help course for children with arthritis was held at the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria's headquarters. Following the course was a barbeque for the children and their families. This photo depicts the children trying out some chair-based stretching exercises, led by the course leader.COL photo of a group of children seated on rows of chairs inside a room. Most of them have their hands and arms up in the air. In the background, there is a woman standing near an open door and a display board, with posters, on the wall. She also has her hands and arms up. Several closed bi-fold door panels are visible on the right-hand side of the frame.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, children with arthritis, juvenile arthritis, family support group, self-help course, pain management, chair-based exercise, living with arthritis, family support, family barbeque, bbq, 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

During National Healthy Bones Week 2003, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria partnered with MONSU (Monash University Student Union) to present an informative and inspiring event promoting bone health. Titled "Strong Bones, Beautiful Body Breakfast", the event was very well attended. This photo depicts attendees standing at their tables, taking part in a gentle stretching exercises routine.COL photo of a large group of people standing around several large tables. They each have one arm raised up towards the ceiling. On top of the tables, there are cups and sauces and other miscellaneous items. There are some balloons in the background, and an exit sign affixed to the ceiling or up high on a wall.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, osteoporosis victoria, ov, monsu, monash university student union, national healthy bones week, nhbw, strong bones beautiful body, breakfast, healthy food, healthy diet, bone health, calcium, fractures, seminar, exercise demonstrations, weightlifting, weightlifters, gym, 2003

During National Arthritis Week (NAW) 2004, Arthritis Victoria held a launch for its new Multicultural Information Sheets in the City of Darebin. In this photo, Arthritis Victoria staff, guest speakers and audience members are taking part in some simple stretching exercises. Facing the audience are Arthritis Victoria's Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) Project Worker, Sharon Granek, Dr Alex Stockman, (Rhematologist), George Lekakis (Chair of Victorian Multicultural Commission), and Marg Isom (General Manager of Education and Services, Arthritis Victoria).COL side view photo of a roomful of people in a hall. To the right of the frame, four people are standing behind a long rectangular table with a cream valance around it. They are facing an audience (centre and left of the frame) who are standing between rows of plastic chairs. Everyone has their arms outstretched above their heads. Behind the four people at the table, there are three tall windows above a dado wall and a large wooden honour board further back along the wall. There is a slide projector screen between the honour board and the table. There are two vertical freestanding blue and green banners along the wall behind the table. One banner is in the foreground, to the right of the frame. It contains the heading, "Osteoporosis Awareness", followed by words such as "information", "support", "research", "advocacy", and "education".[Handwritten in black ink] CALD NAW 04arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, arthritis victoria, av, national arthritis week, naw, city of darebin, multilingual information sheets, launch, culturally and linguistically diverse, cald, multicultural, community languages, literacy, accessibility, sharon granek, cald project worker, george lekakis, chairperson, victorian multicultural commission, dr alex stockman, rheumatologist, marg isom, general manager education & services, 2004

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