This photo of a flamenco dancer, in traditional dress, dancing while playing the castanets may have been created for promotional purposes, either by the artist or by Arthritis Victoria.B&W photo of a flamenco dancer, in traditional dress, dancing while playing the castanets. She has both arms held up high above her head while one foot is off the ground.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, culturally and linguistically diverse, cald, languages other than english, lote, migrant communities, spanish, multicultural, traditional dancing, flamenco, castanets, rhythm, percussion, traditional dress, costumes, exercise

In 1999, as part of the VicHealth sponsorship programs, Arthritis Victoria partnered with the Ethnic Communities' Council of Victoria (ECCV) and the Department of Human Services (DHS) to promote the 'Active for Life' message through various sports and arts groups. In this photo, Middle-Eastern music and dance troupe, Yalla, are depicted performing at the Frankston Multicultural Variety Concert in July 1999 as part of a series of concerts. This photo appears on page 23 of the Arthritis Victoria (inc Osteoporosis Victoria) 1999 Annual Report under the heading, "VicHealth Sponsorship Programs". The photo is not captioned, however it accompanies a brief report under the sub-heading, "VicHealth Sponsorship Programs 'Active For Life - Just find 30 Minutes a Day' ".COL photo of a four-piece music and dance troupe performing on a large stage. The troupe consists of a female dancer and three musicians: a dambooka/darabukka drummer, a piano accordion player, and a violinist . They are all wearing Middle-Eastern inspired traditional clothing/costumes. The dancer is holding her arms out wide, mid-dance, while the musicians are seated. Above the stage, affixed to a large black backdrop, is a large white banner with a blue logo and the text, "Ethnic Communities' Council of Victoria". Beside the troupe is a freestanding vertical banner on a stand, with the text, "ACTIVE FOR LIFE JUST FIND 30 MINS A DAY", and a corresponding logo. Beside it is another banner with a logo and text in white on a dark blue background. The text heading is "Victoria 1999". There is a small audience watching the troupe from the auditorium seating.[Handwritten in pencil on two white labels] As part of the 1999 VicHealth Sponsorship programs, AV were linked with the ECCV and the DHS to promote the 'Active for Life' message at metro and regional multicultural concerts in 1999. The 1999 Senior's Expo was another major event that AV was linked with through this sponsorship. In picture [crossed out]: CAPTION:- Yalla, a traditional upbeat Middle-Eastern music band performing at the Frankston Multi-Cultural Variety Concert, July 1999. [Handwritten below the labels, directly onto the photo in thick black felt pen] PHOTO 1 [On a small yellow sticky note, handwritten in pencil] Not part of caption [Handwritten on a yellow sticky note, in black felt pen] with a black arrow pointing upwards] Page. 23 Annual99/pagesarthritis foundation of victoria, afv, culturally and linguistically diverse, cald, languages other than english, lote, migrant communities, multicultural, traditional dancing, costumes, traditional dress, world music, middle eastern, traditional singing, yalla, maria sangiorgi, exercise, active for life, 30 minutes a day, frankston, variety concert, vichealth, department of human services, metro, regional, 1999

As is usual in contemporary society, Greek ladies are keen on traditional dancing while the men like to play cards. This photograph was taken in the courtyard room at the Civic Centre in 1994Black and white photograph of Greek elderly citizens performing a traditional Greek dance. A lady in centre of photograph has a white pattern on her jumper. 1994greek elderly citizens club, nunawading

A member of the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria’s exercise troupe, the Joint Action Group (JAG), joins some dancers dressed in traditional costumes for some multicultural music and dancing.B&W photo of a small group of people dancing in pairs. Many are dressed in traditional costumes. One woman is wearing a sweatshirt with the text "Move It Or Lose It" and a logo printed on the front.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, culturally and linguistically diverse, cald, languages other than english, lote, migrant communities, multicultural, traditional dancing, costumes, joint action group, jag, exercise, move it or lose it, 1990

A member of the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria’s exercise troupe, the Joint Action Group (JAG), joins some dancers dressed in traditional costumes for some multicultural music and dancing. This is a small colour proof of the previous item (number 0250), which is a black & white photo print. Item number 0251A has been scanned at 600 DPI, and Item number 0251B has been scanned at 1200DPI for greater clarity.COL photo proof of a small group of people dancing in pairs. Many are dressed in traditional costumes. One woman is wearing a sweatshirt with the text "Move It Or Lose It" and a logo printed on the front.[Handwritten in blue ink] Vicki [underlined] 29.9.90arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, culturally and linguistically diverse, cald, languages other than english, lote, migrant communities, multicultural, traditional dancing, costumes, joint action group, jag, exercise, move it or lose it, 1990

Three members of Arthritis Victoria's exercise troupe, the Joint Action Group (JAG), pose for a photo with several dancers from different cultural backgrounds, who are wearing traditional costumes.B&W photo of a group of people posing for a Photograph. Four people in the back row are standing, while four people in the front row are kneeling on one knee. Several people are dressed in traditional costumes, with one young man wearing a plain tunic top and slacks with a kerchief around his neck. Three women are wearing sweatshirts with the text "Move It Or Lose It" and a logo printed on the front.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, culturally and linguistically diverse, cald, languages other than english, lote, migrant communities, multicultural, traditional dancing, costumes, joint action group, jag, exercise, move it or lose it, 1990

Three members of Arthritis Victoria's exercise troupe, the Joint Action Group (JAG), pose for a photo with several dancers from different cultural backgrounds, who are wearing traditional costumes. This is a small colour proof of the previous item (number 0252), which is a black & white photo print. Item number 0253A has been scanned at 600 DPI, and Item number 0253B has been scanned at 1200DPI for greater clarity.COL photo proof of a group of people posing for a Photograph. The four people in the back row are standing, while the four people in the front row are kneeling on one knee. Many are dressed in traditional costumes, while one young man is wearing a plain tunic top and slacks with a kerchief around his neck. Three women are wearing a sweatshirt with the text "Move It Or Lose It" and a logo printed on the front.[Handwritten in blue ink] Vicki 29.9.90arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, culturally and linguistically diverse, cald, languages other than english, lote, migrant communities, multicultural, traditional dancing, costumes, joint action group, jag, exercise, move it or lose it, 1990

A dance troupe perform on a stage in traditional dress, accompanied by a solo drummer playing a large bass drum.B&W photo of four dancers, dressed in traditional costumes, standing on one foot while lifting the other foot. Kneeling in front of them, a musician (dressed in casual clothes) plays a large drum.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, culturally and linguistically diverse, cald, languages other than english, lote, migrant communities, multicultural, traditional dancing, exercise, costumes, traditional dress, world music, drum, bass drum, rhythm, percussion

The photo was taken at a Grecian Ball at which the Olympic Club Dancing Group dressed in national costumes performed Greek traditional dances. The couple on the left is Madelaine Cosmas and Spiro Paizis; the on right in the foreground are Irini Pappas and Nick Lappas.The maintenance of traditional Greek dancing has been an important in retaining traditional culture within expatriate Greek communities.A print of a black and white photograph of two ladies and two menders in Greek traditional costume and dancing. Two musicians, a violinist and a piano accordion player are providing the music for the dancers.

Mostly Pilbara and Kimberley Aboriginal Media (PAKAM) programs showing aboriginal lifestyle, culture (traditional dances, painting) and sport.DVD

The Ithacan dance group, taught by Olga Black, were performing at the annual Greek Community Antipodes Festival in Lonsdale Street Melbourne some time in thein the late 1990s. The dancers are wearing the traditional Ithacan costume. Pictured from L-R: Andrianna Bisas, Nicoletta ?, Emilia Calinikos, Eleni Tsalikis, Yianni Callinikos, unknown, Kristina Tsalikis. Olga who is of Ithacan descent, danced for a number of years in Athens for the Dora Stratou Dance Group which is renown for its traditional dance performances and costumes representing the various regions of Greece. Olga also taught Greek dance in Melbourne across the Greek and Australian community. The Ithacan Philanthropic Society has supported the teaching of traditional Greek dancing over the years and the Ithacan dance ensembles have performed at a variety of functions. A coloured photograph of seven young people dressed in traditional Ithacan costume dancing on an open air stage in a street.

In partnership with Arthritis Victoria (incorporating Osteoporosis Victoria), the Western Regional Health Service conducted a seminar on musculoskeletal health for the Vietnamese community. The event was held on the 18th of March, 2003 at the Western Region Health Centre in Braybrook. Speakers included Phong Nguyen (President of the Vietnamese Community), Vicki Andrew (Aged Care and Disability Services Coordinator), and Dr Peter Wong (Rheumatologist). A Q & A session was also held with a panel of health professionals. Facilitated by Trinh Nguyen, the panel included Dr Hoang Tran (GP), Sharon Miller (Dietician), Lily Radcliff (Physiotherapist), and Jane Hawke (Physical Activities officer at Arthritis Victoria). A Vietnamese dance troupe provided entertainment during the lunch break. The day ended with a "Tai Chi for Arthritis" workshop and a strength training class. In this photo, a dancer in traditional dress is holding a round, flat-bottomed basket.COL close up photo of a dancer in traditional dress (with another dancer partially obscured). She is holding a round, flat-bottomed basket.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, osteoporosis victoria, ov, western region health service, western region health centre, phong nguyen, president, vietnamese community, vicki andrew, coordinator, aged care, disability services, dr peter wong, rheumatologist, q&a, trinh nguyen, facilitator, panel, speakers, dr hoang tran, gp, sharon miller, dietician, lily radcliff, physiotherapist, jane hawke, physical activities officer, culturally and linguistically diverse, cald, languages other than english, lote, migrant communities, vietnamese, skinner reserve, braybrook park, cohealth, braybrook community hub, 2003

Soft cover book on the traditional social dances done in the colonial days in Australia by Shirley Andrews.

This photo is one of a series of a small number of promotional photos of a traditional Greek dance troupe, Margaritia's Greek Folkloric Dancers. The photos depict the dance troupe in various poses and formations. The photos were donated to the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria by the troupe leader, Marguerite Gwyneth-Jones. It is unclear whether or not the dance troupe ever took part in events hosted by the AFV.B&W photo of a troupe of dancers in traditional dress. They are standing on the grass, linking hands. Behind them, there is a tall cyclone fence with some large trees or shrubs behind it.[On a white label, handwritten in black ink] MARGARITA'S GREEK FOLKLORIC DANCERSarthritis foundation of victoria, afv, culturally and linguistically diverse, cald, languages other than english, lote, migrant communities, greek, margarita’s greek folkloric dancers, costume, traditional dress, ethnic dress, dancers

Nine songs in the Butchulla language sung by students. Joyce Bonner Co-ordinator, Kassie Bonner Music Director, Travis Page Song man and Tutor, Malcolm Burns Traditional dancer and Tutor, Nikki Michail freelance filmmaker and photographer (CD design and layout), Grevillea Studios, ALbion, Brisbane CD recording and mixing.CDbutchulla, korrawinga aboriginal corporation

In partnership with Arthritis Victoria (incorporating Osteoporosis Victoria), the Western Regional Health Service conducted a seminar on musculoskeletal health for the Vietnamese community. The event was held on the 18th of March, 2003 at the Western Region Health Centre in Braybrook. Speakers included Phong Nguyen (President of the Vietnamese Community), Vicki Andrew (Aged Care and Disability Services Coordinator), and Dr Peter Wong (Rheumatologist). A Q & A session was also held with a panel of health professionals. Facilitated by Trinh Nguyen, the panel included Dr Hoang Tran (GP), Sharon Miller (Dietician), Lily Radcliff (Physiotherapist), and Jane Hawke (Physical Activities officer at Arthritis Victoria). A Vietnamese dance troupe provided entertainment during the lunch break. The day ended with a "Tai Chi for Arthritis" workshop and a strength training class. In this photo, a dancer in traditional dress is holding a round, flat-bottomed basket.COL close up photo of a dancer in traditional dress (with another dancer partially obscured). She is holding a round, flat-bottomed basket. In the background, there is another woman (in contemporary casual dress) walking past.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, osteoporosis victoria, ov, western region health service, western region health centre, phong nguyen, president, vietnamese community, vicki andrew, coordinator, aged care, disability services, dr peter wong, rheumatologist, q&a, trinh nguyen, facilitator, panel, speakers, dr hoang tran, gp, sharon miller, dietician, lily radcliff, physiotherapist, jane hawke, physical activities officer, culturally and linguistically diverse, cald, languages other than english, lote, migrant communities, vietnamese, skinner reserve, braybrook park, cohealth, braybrook community hub, 2003

This photo is one of a series of a small number of promotional photos of a traditional Greek dance troupe, Margaritia's Greek Folkloric Dancers. The photos depict the dance troupe in various poses and formations. The photos were donated to the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria by the troupe leader, Marguerite Gwyneth-Jones. It is unclear whether or not the dance troupe ever took part in events hosted by the AFV.B&W photo of a troupe of dancers in traditional dress. They are standing on the grass in two rows, each holding a handkerchief with one arm held up high. Behind them, there is a tall cyclone fence with some large trees or shrubs behind it.[On a white label, handwritten in black ink] MARGARITA'S GREEK FOLKLORIC DANCERSarthritis foundation of victoria, afv, culturally and linguistically diverse, cald, languages other than english, lote, migrant communities, greek, margarita’s greek folkloric dancers, costume, traditional dress, ethnic dress, dancers, handkerchief, handkerchieves

This photo is one of a series of a small number of promotional photos of a traditional Greek dance troupe, Margaritia's Greek Folkloric Dancers. The photos depict the dance troupe in various poses and formations. The photos were donated to the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria by the troupe leader, Marguerite Gwyneth-Jones. It is unclear whether or not the dance troupe ever took part in events hosted by the AFV.B&W photo of a troupe of dancers in traditional dress. They are on the grass, in two rows: the dancers in the back row are standing, while the dancers in the front row are kneeling on one knee. They are all posing with their arms outstetched, touching the next dancer's shoulders. Behind them, there is a tall cyclone fence with some large trees or shrubs behind it.[On a white label, handwritten in black ink] MARGARITA'S GREEK FOLKLORIC DANCERSarthritis foundation of victoria, afv, culturally and linguistically diverse, cald, languages other than english, lote, migrant communities, greek, margarita’s greek folkloric dancers, costume, traditional dress, ethnic dress, dancers

Sisters, Desma and Sophia Paizis are photographed dressed in Greek traditional costumes. They are attending the Grecian Ball which was held at Melbourne's Exhibition Building and were part of a dance group preforming Greek traditional dance. Desma and Sophia were the daughters of Menio and Penelope Paizis, early Ithacan immigrants who settled in Melbourne.A black and white photograph of two young women wearing traditional dress and holding baskets of flowers.

This photo is one of a series of a small number of promotional photos of a traditional Greek dance troupe, Margaritia's Greek Folkloric Dancers. The photos depict the dance troupe in various poses and formations. The photos were donated to the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria by the troupe leader, Marguerite Gwyneth-Jones. It is unclear whether or not the dance troupe ever took part in events hosted by the AFV.B&W photo of a troupe of dancers in traditional dress. They are on the grass in two rows, holding a dance pose. In the back row, four women standing with one arm raised high and waving a handkerchief. In the front row, three men are kneeling down with one leg outstretched to the front and their arms outstetched to the side, resting on the next dancer's shoulders. Behind them, there is a tall cyclone fence with some large trees or shrubs behind it.[On a white label, handwritten in black ink] MARGARITA'S GREEK FOLKLORIC DANCERSarthritis foundation of victoria, afv, culturally and linguistically diverse, cald, languages other than english, lote, migrant communities, greek, margarita’s greek folkloric dancers, costume, traditional dress, ethnic dress, dancers, handkerchief, handkerchieves

BHS CollectionThree copies of a brown spiral bound book titled Collector's Choice of Set Tunes Polkas and Barn Dances for traditional dancing in Australia. Vol. 1.Compiled by Peter Ellis. Includes 180 tunes for Bush Dances, Quadrilles and Folk Style couples dances. Companion to 'Take Your Partners' by Shirley Andrews. Published by The Victorian Folk Music Club Incorporated, 1986. Box 2025S, G.P.O., Melbourne, 3001. Printed by Ajax Printing & Duplicating Pty. Ltd. 13 Pender Street, Thornbury, 3071. 105 pgs. Ill., ph., music.entertainment, dance, bush dance, peter ellis, collection, dance, dancing, music, polkas, barn dances, shirlely andrews, quadrilles, folk dancing, bush dancing, australian history, entertainment, leisure, book

In partnership with Arthritis Victoria (incorporating Osteoporosis Victoria), the Western Regional Health Service conducted a seminar on musculoskeletal health for the Vietnamese community. The event was held on the 18th of March, 2003 at the Western Region Health Centre in Braybrook. Speakers included Phong Nguyen (President of the Vietnamese Community), Vicki Andrew (Aged Care and Disability Services Coordinator), and Dr Peter Wong (Rheumatologist). A Q & A session was also held with a panel of health professionals. Facilitated by Trinh Nguyen, the panel included Dr Hoang Tran (GP), Sharon Miller (Dietician), Lily Radcliff (Physiotherapist), and Jane Hawke (Physical Activities officer at Arthritis Victoria). A Vietnamese dance troupe provided entertainment during the lunch break. The day ended with a "Tai Chi for Arthritis" workshop and a strength training class. In this photo, five dancers in traditional dress are performing a dance. A child has walked up to the dancers to have a closer look. A man is holding the child's hand.COL photo of a man and a child standing close to a troupe of dancers in traditional Vietnamese dress. The man is bending forward as he holds the child's hand. The dancers are each holding a round, flat-bottomed basket in front of their faces.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, osteoporosis victoria, ov, western region health service, western region health centre, phong nguyen, president, vietnamese community, vicki andrew, coordinator, aged care, disability services, dr peter wong, rheumatologist, q&a, trinh nguyen, facilitator, panel, speakers, dr hoang tran, gp, sharon miller, dietician, lily radcliff, physiotherapist, jane hawke, physical activities officer, culturally and linguistically diverse, cald, languages other than english, lote, migrant communities, vietnamese, skinner reserve, braybrook park, cohealth, braybrook community hub, 2003

The Tawonga hall was used for community events eg. Dances, Balls and Debutante Balls. The dance Program was displayed for the Musicians and Dancers/Guests to be ready to dance when the music started. Traditional Ballroom dances include the Waltz, Foxtrot, Tango and Quickstep. Latin Ballroom dances include the Cha Cha, Rumba, JiveHandmade and used by residences of Tawonga and the Kiewa Valley. Possibly unique. Handmade, tall wooden box with opening at the front showing wooden slots for dance labels eg. waltz,. It has a knob at the top side. The knob can be turned to rotate the dances so that the current dance is at the top. The labels are on white paper and printed in large green letters. dances, balls, debutante ball, tawonga hall, entertainment

Five articles written by Peter Ellis, titled: The History and Development of the Concertina; Accordion, Concertina & Flutina, Penny Whistle, Ballads Etc., and Traditional Ballads and Dance Music. There is also two extra pages that don't seem to fit in with the others.musical instruments, wind, concertina, peter ellis collection, the history and development of the concertina, accordion concertina & flutina, penny whistle, ballads etc, traditional ballads and dance music

Three copies of the Australian Tradition, two copies of June 1996 and one copy of March 1997. Contains club news, an article on the Thirtieth National Folk Festival, regular Functions at Other Venues, Membership Forms and Contacts. March issue has a postscript on the Nariel Creek Folk Festival 1996/7Festival Guide, the Multicultural Nature of Australian Traditional Social Dance, Festival Guide, Regular Functions at Other Venues, Application Form, Newsletter Contributors and Contacts.clubs, music, victorian folk music club, peter ellis collection, australian tradition, victorian folk music club incorporated, harry gardner, betty davis, rick garrick, wongawilli colonial dance club, jo cresswell, wliza carthy, nancy kerr, ted egan, martin pearson, james fagan, alistair hulett, dave swarbrick, danny spooner, bernard bolan, simon nicol, ric sanders, roy bailey, nina simone, kristina olsen, phil wilson, elma gardner, bill buttler, maree buttler, jane bullock, melbourne folk club, bush dance and music club bendigo, the peninsula folk club, comhaltas ceoltoiri eirann, danswyr cumreig melbourne, melbourne scottish fiddle club, aussie music workshop and session, scottish box and fiddle group, fiddlers' workshop, colonial dancers, geelong folk music club, tsdav, modern american square dance workshops, shirley andrews

TSDAV Magazine, No. 1, May 1981. It has a yellow cover with sketch of dancers in costume. Peter n. Ellis written at the top of the front cover. Photos and illustrations inside. Contains a copy of an interview with Alistair Anderson by Fay McAlinden, news of functions, feature on traditional social dance, feature on Steps and styles and callers' headaches by Shirley Andrews, Aims and objectives of TSDAV, Feature All about Sandhurst Dance Club, Coming Events, Q & A, Technical Notes and Discussion Point.magazine, club, traditional dance association, peter ellis collection, tsdav magazine may 1981, peter ellis, jenny milne, penny lane, shirley andrews, fay mcalinden, bruce mcclure, norm ellis, alistair anderson, johnson elwood, sam sherry, john kirkpatrick, sue harrison, hugh rippon, beat klippel, con klippel, efdss, tony sutter, rowan webb, pedr curteen, michael thatcher, victorian folk music club, margaret kiddle, steele rudd, sir roger de coverly, banjo paterson, patsy adam smith, jean lawson, larry harrigan, harry mcqueen, sandhurst dance club, ian thwaite, lynne stone, mark power, roy hay

These photographs, taken by The Advocate Newspaper, document the 2000 St Albans Lunar Festival. Hosted by the St Albans Business Group Association and supported by the City of Brimbank, the festival attracts tens of thousands of visitors and features lion dances, traditional ceremonies, street food, rides, and live performances.The St Albans Lunar Festival began in 1998, in Errington Reserve, St. Albans. It has now grown from a small community celebration into one of Melbourne’s largest and longest‑running Lunar New Year festivals, drawing tens of thousands of visitors each year. The festival is now hosted in Alfrieda Street, one of St. Albans main shopping streets.Luna Festival St. Albans 22st. albans luna festival, alfrieda street, st. albans

This flyer in Turkish was printed by the Turkish Islamic Society to advertise an event celebrating the 51st anniversary of the establishment of the Turkish republic. The program for the evening included patriotic songs, poems and traditional music and dance as well as a 3 act play entitled 'Yetis Kemal'. This type of event was regularly held by the Turkish Islamic Society in the early years of the settlement of the Turkish community in Melbourne. This flyer is of social significance and demonstrates a stage of settlement of Melbourne's Turkish community.One page flyer, printed on cream paper in black.migration, turkey, islam