Thousands of German migrants started a new life at Bonegilla, Victoria in the 1950s. Among them were five men who met each other in Wodonga, became friends and decided to form a German Austrian Club, where they could enjoy the company of likeminded individuals. They were Kurt Mueller, Willi Klimt, Toni Krischa and Erwin Klein from Germany and Manfred Teissl from Austria. On the 16th July 1960, after advertising in the Border Morning Mail the German Austrian Club in Wodonga was born. Office bearers were Paul Peters as President. Gerhard Ziermann as Secretary and Günter Schmehl as Treasurer. Their aim was "To promote the upkeep of the German language in written and spoken form and to promote good German fellowship, while enjoying functions of a cultural and entertaining nature". By 1963 the Club boasted 40 members, holding meetings at the RSL Clubrooms and other suitable locations before they found a house in Hovell Street, Wodonga. It was used for meetings, Skat meetings, film nights and Sonnabendschule” or Saturday school where children of members could continue to learn German. The Committee organised a wide range of activities and functions in their small rooms but dreamed of having a bigger home. This became reality in July 1979, when the Committee purchased land from the Albury Wodonga Development Corporation at 5 McFarland Road, Wodonga. The first brick was laid on the Club's land in May 1980, and the double-story brick building was completed within 12 months voluntarily by Club members. At the same time members supported other organisations and charities in the Wodonga and wider community. The first Oktoberfest in Wodonga was held in 1975, drawing 4,000 attendees. The event was organized to promote German culture, and the profits from the first year were donated to the Wodonga District Hospital, raising $20,000. In 2001 the German Austrian Club was presented with the Certificate of Meritorious Service by the Government of Victoria for Community Works in Wodonga and district. The Club raised $23,000 for the Wodonga Hospital, had numerous fundraisers to assist in bushfires and drought situations and was involved in the Red Cross Calling campaign for many years. After much fundraising, hard work and making their way through extensive government red tape, the Club moved to its new premises in McFarland Road on 1st August 1981. The members continued to make necessary internal adjustments and sought an alcohol licence. The building was officially opened in May 1983. The Club prospered and had 300 members, making it necessary for new applicants to be put on a waiting list to be accepted as members. Interest groups formed consisted of Competition Air Rifle Shooting Group, a Skat (German Card game) Group, Folk Dancing Group, Ladies Group, Table Tennis Group, Darts Group, Chess Group and the Billiard Group. In later years, as so many Australians became members, the Club’s name was changed to the German Austrian Australian Club. Over recent years patronage and interest in the Club and its activities changed. Children of the original members had become “real Aussies” and did not always want to carry on traditions. Aging membership and lack of volunteers forced the Club to disband in 2025. The Club building has been gifted to the Albury Wodonga Theatre Company.This item is significant because it is representative of an important cultural organisation which operated in Wodonga for over 60 years.A wooden plaque with metal insignia and a plate with text in German. This plaque was presented by the German Austrian Club of Geelong on the occasion of the 30th Anniversary of the Wodonga Club and bears its insignia.Himmel Glanz und Sterne Ein Stuck Heimat in Der Fern Herzliche Gratulation Zu Eurem 30 Jahres Tag President and Vorstand Translation Sky, splendour and stars A piece of home away from home Congratulations On your 30th anniversary President and Board of Directorsgerman austrian australian club, german migrants wodonga

Gwendoline "Gwen" Amy Mousley cutting the cake was in celebrations of the 30th anniversary of the Sunshine & District Historical Society (S&DHS).sunshine & district historical society, gwendoline "gwen" amy mousley

30th Anniversary badge of Slovenian Association Melbourne, celebrated in 1984 with a rich cultural program, showcasing choir singing, music, childrens, youth and adult folk dancing groups, poetry, narrating organised by Draga Gelt and exceptional finale item by 30 marching girls choreohraphed by Magda Pišotek.SDM (Slovensko društvo Melbourne - Slovenian Association Melbourne) 30 - 1954-1984bagde, slovenian association melbourne, 30th anniversary

Written for the 30th anniversary of the Ladies Probus Club of Numurkah (1990 - 2020) by local Marjorie Porter OAM, and dontated to the Historical Society for their records of local organsitations. Blue covered book with title: Ladies Probus Club of Numurkah 30th Anniversary printed in white / also a photo of a Probus badge (see photo)see photosnumurkah, ladies probus club, book, history

A transcript of a recording of the Nunawading Historical Society's 30th Anniversary Meeting with Foundation members, Valda Arrowsmith, Doris Mattingley, Shirley Jones, George Cox and Keith Patterson. The meeting was held on 14 October 1995 in Mitcham.non-fictionA transcript of a recording of the Whitehorse Historical Society's 30th Anniversary Meeting with Foundation members, Valda Arrowsmith, Doris Mattingley, Shirley Jones, George Cox and Keith Patterson. The meeting was held on 14 October 1995 in Mitcham.arrowsmith valda, jones shirley, mattingley doris, cox george, satchwell keith, schwerkolt cottage

Waranga News 30th Anniversary Edition Main Section 18 September 2008.Waranga Newsvictoria, history, waranga shire community newspaper

Coloured photo of Members of Nunawading Historical Society at 30th Anniversary.johnson, phyllis, mattingley, doris, jones, shirley, nunawading historical society

L-R: Harry Gilham, Hazel Fisher, Bruce NessColour photographactivities, 30th anniversary, bruce ness, eltham district historical society, harry gilham, hazel fisher

L-R: Hazel Fisher, Blanche Shallard, Bruce NessColour photographactivities, 30th anniversary, bruce ness, eltham district historical society, hazel fisher, blanche shallard

Colour photographactivities, 30th anniversary, eltham district historical society

Colour photographactivities, 30th anniversary, eltham district historical society

L-R: Peter Bassett-Smith, Opal SmithColour photographactivities, 30th anniversary, eltham district historical society, peter bassett-smith, opal smith

L-R: Harry Gilham, Bruce Ness, Diana Bassett-Smith, Peter Bassett-Smith, Russell YeomanColour photographactivities, 30th anniversary, eltham district historical society, peter bassett-smith, harry gilham, bruce ness, diana bassett-smith, russell yeoman

L-R: Bruce Ness, Diana Bassett-Smith, Peter Bassett-Smith, Russell Yeoman The Shire of Eltham sign came from the Living and Learning CentreColour photographactivities, 30th anniversary, eltham district historical society, peter bassett-smith, bruce ness, diana bassett-smith, russell yeoman, eltham living and learning centre, harry gilham

Colour photograph30th anniversary, eltham district historical society

An Account of the War in vietnam and the 30th Anniversary Commemoration of the Battle of Long Tanvietnam war, 1961-1975 - participation - australian, battle of long tan, 30th anniversary

Coloured photo of Members and Guests of Nunawading Historical Society's 30th Anniversary.cox. george, mattingley, doris, cadman, kath, smith, helen, satchwell, keith, atkinson, bruce

Dean collection, refer Cat No 4575P.Plain drinking glass - Beer. On the side is the Rats of Tobruk Association logo, under wehich are the words "1971 30th Anniversary Siege of Tobruk".ww2, rats of tobruk association,

A4 School Magazine - 30th Anniversary Edition 1988. 36 pages (Black and White)rts, ringwood tech

Anniversary Key Ring for 30th Anniversary of Siege of Tobruk 1941. Relates to "Douglas Niven Dean".Silver ring and chain key ring attached to corner of two part plastic cube. Inside cube is a white round cardboard label with inscription on one side and the emblem of the Rats of Tobruk Association on other side.On back "30th Anniversary Siege of Tobruk, Perth WA 1971".rats of tobruk, 30th anniversary, key ring, souvenir, douglas niven dean

Issued by the Ballarat Bridge Club for it's 30th anniversary in 1915.Nilballarat, cards, bridge club, clubs, social life

Agenda for the Shire of Diamond Valley's 30th Anniversary Commemorative Council Meeting on Friday 20 September 1994Bruce Morgan was the first Shire Secretary (1964-1983) of the Shire of Diamond Valley. This collection was compiled by his wife, Mavis Morgan, detailing the events they attended in their official capacityWhite paper with black text and coloured logo.bruce morgan, mavis morgan, shire of diamond valley

Invitation to attend the Shire of Diamond Valley's 30th Anniversary Commemorative Council Meeting on Friday 20 September 1994Bruce Morgan was the first Shire Secretary (1964-1983) of the Shire of Diamond Valley. This collection was compiled by his wife, Mavis Morgan, detailing the events they attended in their official capacityWhite paper with black text and coloured logo.bruce morgan, mavis morgan, shire of diamond valley

A short history of the Diamond Valley Multiple Birth Association on the occasion of its 30th Anniversary Dinner, includes menu and program.The Diamond Valley Multiple Births Association was a self-help group for parents of multiple births.15 pages, blue text. Digital copy.diamond valley multiple birth association

Agenda of 30th anniversary council meeting of the Shire off Diamond Valley, with letters of apology from Ray Rooke and Harry Nash3 pages comprising Agenda paper, with col. Coat-of-Arms of the Council, with 2 letters of apologyshire of diamond valley

Waranga News 30th Anniversary Edition Voluntary Community Newspaper. Published fortnightly since 1978 in Colbinabbin, Murchison, Rushworth, Stanhope and Toolleen. Office Staff of 2008: Owen Doyle, Len Schoenborn, Colleen Wright, Brian Wright, Rosemary Hawking, Neil Short, Gillian Schoenborn, Graeme Harwood, Bob Holschier, Glen Avard, Denise Corbin, Peter Burgess, Jeanette Paterson, Mary Jo Fortuna, Doris Barlow, Floss Holschier. Behind the camera Cass Alexander.Waranga Newsvictoria, history, community newspaper waranga basin

Colour photograph or print of a group watching Richard Gilbert setting up the movie projector for the films at the Ballarat Tramway Museum 30th Anniversary dinner on 22/9/2002. On Kodak Royal Paper. Photo by Austin Brehaut. Caption supplied by Austin at the depot for the photo was "High Technology at the 30th Anniversary Dinner. Warren knows what is it, Peter and Sam are apprehensive, Richard is fascinated, Stephen isn't interested." In photo left to right are Peter Winspur, Sam Boon, Warren Doubleday, Richard Gilbert and Stephen Butler"On rear in blue ink "Home movie time at 30th Anniversary Dinner for BTPS 22.9.01. L-R Peter Winspur, Sam Boon, Warren Doubleday, Richard Gilbert and Stephen Butler"30th anniversary, dinner, btm, films

Program for the Diamond Creek Urban Fire Brigade: 30th anniversary ball held at Heidelberg Town Hall on 28th July 1972. Includes the names of Urban Fire Brigade members in 1942 and 1972.Bruce Morgan was the first Shire Secretary (1964-1983) of the Shire of Diamond Valley. This collection was compiled by his wife, Mavis Morgan, detailing the events they attended in their official capacityBi-fold brochure on blue card with red text.bruce morgan, mavis morgan, shire of diamond valley, diamond creek urban fire brigade