The Emerald Country Club operated from the late 1920s until around 2010 on the northern section of the land previously occupied by Gembrook Nurseries. Its profile included a golf club and a bowls club serviced by a club house that provided meeting and eating facilities. It played an important role in the local community as it attracted state, national and international visitors for special sporting events and regular recreation. These wine glasses were awarded as prizes to Doreen Ball for successes in singles or teams bowls events between 1983-1995.The six glasses are artefacts from the Emerald Country Club which was an iconic part of the Emerald community for around 90 years. It contributed to and played a major role in the social and sporting profile of the district.Two wine glasses awarded as prizes by the Emerald Country Club. On bowl: 'ECC' / BOWLS TROPHY' Under base: ' FRANCE LUMINARE'emerald, emerald country club, emerald country club and golf course, sports, trophy, glassware, bowls

Golden Square Primary School 125 years wine glass, and Golden Square Primary School parents club wine glasses 2 of.bendigo, institutions, golden square primary school

May have come from Germany with the donor Dorothy Adamson's grandparents in the 1920's.1. Set of three clear cut footed glass wine glasses, with a lined pattern. 2. Set of two clear cut footed glass sherry glasses with a lined pattern. 3. Set of five clear cut footed glass sweet dishes with a lined pattern. glasses, drinking glasses, sweet dishes, bar equipment, liqueur glasses, wine glasses

A limited number of these glasses would have been presented. Pair of clear stemmed wine glasses, with gold rim. Printed in blue with 'Greensborough Secondary College' and emblem of gum tree branch.greensborough secondary college, glasses, commemorative items

The first school in the Emerald District No.2110 opened with 25 students in 1879 in a rented room on Avon Rd, East Emerald (now Avonsleigh). That school was closed in 1909 and the Emerald State School No.3381 was opened in the Emerald township. In 1915 a permanent school was built in Heroes Avenue where it remains today. The celebration of the centenary in 1979 was a large community event involving former and current students and staff as well as local residents. These glasses were made as souvenirs for that event.These glasses are souvenirs of the celebration of the centenary of the Emerald Primary School 1879-1979.Bottle has picture of state school with front gate on it.Sherry glasses have picture of front gate of school with tree growing nearbyEmerald state school inscribed with PS No.2110 1879-1909 . PS3381 1901-1979centenary/ emerald primary school

Part of a collection of business documents found under the floor of a building in Main Street when it was being renovated. At that time the owner was Don Chambers, and the premises was occupied as the Chambers Riteway Supermarket. The location (134 Main Street) is currently (2022) occupied by Miegel’s Pharmacy Rutherglen. Mixed notes and commercial information relating to betting on the boat races held on Lake Moodimere. Notes are hand written in a battered notebook.On cover: "James [illeg.], Murray Racing Association" "Romeo" also some graffiti resembling wine glasses. murray racing association, lake moodemere, betting, wagers, boat racing, bookmakers, 134 main street, chambers riteway supermarket

These glasses were presented to students and staff when the school closed in 1989. The nearby Watsonia High School and the technical school were merged to form Greensborough Secondary College for the beginning of the 1990 school year,This is a piece of history as the school is no longer operating under this name. The donor was a mature age student at the school.Pair of wine glasses, clear glass on stem. Bowl is engraved.Engraved on bowl: Watsonia Technical School 1957-1989watsonia technical school, greensborough secondary college

Glasses given by the 2/8th ARM RGT ASSN. The 2/8th Armoured Regiment was an armoured regiment of the Australian Army. It was raised for service during WW2, being formed in July 1941. it deployed to New Guinea in 1943 but did not see any action before being disbanded in February 1944.Two clear wine glasses with stems. Engraved writing and picture of a tank.2/8th Arm Rgt Assn.souvenirs, glasses, 2/8 arm rgt assn

These glasses were distributed to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the proclamation of the Shire of Diamond Valley. The Shire of Diamond Valley was a Local Government Area located about 20 kilometres northeast of Melbourne. The shire covered an area of 74.38 square kilometres and existed from 1964 until 1994. A limited edition glass presented to community volunteers and others associated with the Shire of Diamond Valley.Pair of clear glass, stemmed wine glasses. Stem has spiral pattern.Etched into bowl "Shire of Diamond Valley 1964-1994" and shire coat of arms.shire of diamond valley, greensborough, commemorative glasses

Souvenir wine glass produced for visit to Golden Plains Shire of the Governor of Victoria, the Hon. Richard McGarvie, during October 1995.Gold-inscribed, long stemmed tulip-shaped 5 oz clear wine glass."Commemorating the Governor of Victoria's visit His Excellency the Hon. Richard McGarvie October 1995".hon. richard mcgarvie, golden plains shire, souvenirs, wine glasses

This item was produced to commemorate the Australian Bicentennial 1788 - 1988An 'Anjou' style traditional red wine glass with a long stem and inturned bowl and flat base. There is a gold 'Shire of Bulla' transfer on the front.Front: 'Shire of Bulla' emblem Back: "Australian Bicentennial / 1788 - 1988"wine glasses, shire of bulla, australian bicentenary, festivals and celebrations, glasses, municipal offices, sunbury, george evans collection

This item produced to commemorate the centenary of the Rupertswood Battery from 30 December 1884 to 30 December 1984.A square bucket-shaped liqueur glass with a stem that tapers to a round base. Made of clear glass with a gold transfer of "Battery of Horse Artillery" on the front and another transfer on the back commemorating a centenary of the Rupertswood Battery. The lip of the glass is painted gold.Front: "BATTERY OF HORSE ARTILLERY" with a transfer of Rupertswood gun.wine glasses, armed forces, rupertswood battery, victorian horse artillery, commemoration, souvenirs, glasses, domestic items, george evans collection

Clothing. Cream coloured nylon woman's panties with gusset and straight legs with 3cm hem. Printed on lower leg on LHS ''Saturday'' with two wine glasses, a wine bottle and bubbles. Ribbed elastic waistband.Tag on inside seam ''PATOLAINE'' ''SW'' '' LINGERIE OF REFINEMENT''. Tag on inside seam. ''Patolaine Lingerie Guanteed Quality Pbl'', ''Made from Ceylanese Yarn '' ''Trade Mark'' '' SW''.costume, female underwear, woman's light blue nylon panties

In late 1999, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria celebrated the 20th anniversary of the opening of the Malvern Opportunity Shop. A celebration was held at AFV's headquarters in Elsternwick. This photo depicts some members and/or op shop volunteers at the event.COL photo of a group of people sitting around a table. There are wine glasses, a vase of flowers, and small plates on the table. In the background, there are several posters and small pictures on the walls.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, opportunity shop, op shop, charity shop, thrift store, fundraising, 20th anniversary, celebrations, members, volunteers, 1999

The caption beneath the photos names Mrs Wilma Young (nee Oram) and Mrs Vivian Statham (nee Bullwinkel) who were at a reunion for their unit where they had a common bond as wartime nurses and POWs.A newspaper clipping of a large black and white photo featuring two older women holding wine glasses and standing in front of the 13th Australian General Hosptial's flagww2, wwii, wilma jones, japanese, 13th australian general hospital, hilton hotel

This Series consists of memorabilia items such as plaques, medals, badges, certificates, a seal stamper, wine glasses, flagpoles, a ballot box etc.shire of eltham archives, series listing

Laurie Griffiths holds up the Margaret Strang Award, which was awarded to him and his late wife, Ida for their contributions in supporting the activities of the Foundation. Seated at the table beside him is Dr Roderick Strang, who created the award in memory of his wife Margaret. The award honours "people who have made an outstanding personal achievement in the face of difficulty resulting from their arthritis or musculoskeletal condition" (Musculoskeletal Health Australia).B&W photo of two men sitting at a large round table. On the table, there are several wine glasses, and plates with cutlery. One of the men is holding a framed award. In the background, groups of people are seated at several other tables.[On a yellow sticky note, in blue ink] Mr Laurie Griffiths holds the Margaret Strang Award while Dr Rod Strang who created the award looks on. The award was made ^ to Laurie and his late wife Ida for supporting Foundation activities to help people with rheumatic diseases.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, margaret strang award, laurie griffiths, ida griffiths, dr roderick strang, rheumatic diseases, musculoskeletal condition, 1980s

In late 1999, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria celebrated the 20th anniversary of the opening of the Malvern Opportunity Shop. A celebration was held at AFV's headquarters in Elsternwick. This photo depicts groups of members and/or volunteers seated at tables during the event.COL photo of several groups of people sitting around some tables. On the tables, there are vases of flowers, wine glasses, tea cups and saucers, and small plates. In the background, there are streamers and other decorations on the walls and hanging from the ceiling.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, opportunity shop, op shop, charity shop, thrift store, fundraising, 20th anniversary, celebrations, members, volunteers, 1999

In late 1999, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria celebrated the 20th anniversary of the opening of the Malvern Opportunity Shop. A celebration was held at AFV's headquarters in Elsternwick. This photo depicts AFV members and op shop volunteers at the event.COL photo of three women (one partially obscured) sitting around a table. On the table, there are wine glasses, a vase of flowers, and small plates with sandwiches. In the background, other groups of people are also sitting at tables. There are posters and decorations on the walls.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, opportunity shop, op shop, charity shop, thrift store, fundraising, 20th anniversary, celebrations, members, volunteers, 1999