Report on the combined efforts of RVIB Auxiliaries2 x A4 sheets stapled and foldedroyal victorian institute for the blind, auxiliaries

Report on the combined efforts of RVIB Auxiliaries2 x A4 sheets stapled and foldedroyal victorian institute for the blind, auxiliaries

Report on the combined efforts of RVIB Auxiliaries2 x A4 sheets stapled and foldedroyal victorian institute for the blind, auxiliaries

Report on the combined efforts of RVIB Auxiliaries2 x A4 sheets stapled and foldedroyal victorian institute for the blind, auxiliaries

RVIB Auxiliaries raised monies for the organisation at a grassroots level, via a variety of meetings, fundraisers and events. To keep them in touch with head office and to let branches what other branches were doing across the state, regular newsletters were sent out. Celebrations for Ocean Grove (60 years) Heathcote (70) Sale (73), Frankston (75) Auxiliary Christmas party at Ormond Hall, information on volunteer Lyn Annetta and past student Joan Delahunty, and the work of the Hamilton Auxiliary producing a talking newspaper 'Talking Spectator'.30 pages of text and imagesroyal victorian institute for the blind, auxiliaries

RVIB Auxiliaries raised monies for the organisation at a grassroots level, via a variety of meetings, fundraisers and events. To keep them in touch with head office and to let branches what other branches were doing across the state, regular newsletters were sent out. In the 2002 newsletters, celebrations were held for Barwon Heads (60 years), Cohuna, Wodonga, Murtoa, Yarrawonga (70 years), news from around Victoria as well as events and staffing changes at head office, and memories of those Auxiliary members who had passed in the year. Interviews with Elizabeth Davies from Sorrento Auxiliary, retiring staff member Carol O'Reilly, departing Dimboola Auxiliary members Ern and Ena Rudolph, For Sight Week, 'See the World through their eyes' corporate breakfast and High Tea at the Windsor campaigns are also mentioned.34 pages of text and imagesroyal victorian institute for the blind, auxiliaries

RVIB Auxiliaries raised monies for the organisation at a grassroots level, via a variety of meetings, fundraisers and events. To keep them in touch with head office and to let branches what other branches were doing across the state, regular newsletters were sent out. Presentation of lifetime achievement awards by Governor John Landy, launch of the Feelix Early Childhood Braille Book Library, staff profile of Patsy Vizents, RVIB Gold Ball, RVIB for Sight Week, reports from Auxiliaries around the state and obituaries.32 pages of text and imagesroyal victorian institute for the blind, auxiliaries

RVIB Auxiliaries raised monies for the organisation at a grassroots level, via a variety of meetings, fundraisers and events. To keep them in touch with head office and to let branches what other branches were doing across the state, regular newsletters were sent out. The final meeting of the Central Council of Auxiliaries at the home of Trudi Westh, and the winding down of the Leongatha, Essendon, Korumburra, Greensborough, Wodonga and Koo Wee Rup branches, the launch of the RVIB history book 'Lighthouse on the Boulevard' and an interview with RVIB client Karen Nelson about her upcoming book on her life story.20 pages of text and imagesroyal victorian institute for the blind, auxiliaries

Letter from H.N. Acklom, superintendent and secretary of RVIB to auxiliaries, explaining the circumstances behind the amended version of the Constitution, and acknowledging the re-election of Mrs Alberta Tutton as President, and election of Mrs E Harvey, Mrs I King and Miss M J MacFarlane as vice presidents.3 type written sheets, one with RVIB letterheadroyal victorian institute for the blind, auxiliaries

RVIB Auxiliaries raised monies for the organisation at a grassroots level, via a variety of meetings, fundraisers and events. To keep them in touch with head office and to let branches what other branches were doing across the state, regular newsletters were sent out. The conclusion of Rochester, Quambatook and Berwick groups, 70th anniversary celebrations for Portland, Traralgon and Winchelsea, celebrations at the RVIB Annual day, staff changes at RVIB, profile of Jean Hedington at Kyneton and overview of Carols.29 pages of text and imagesroyal victorian institute for the blind, auxiliaries

A braille letter, with print above lettering, sent to Auxiliaries in December 1935. It reads: To the President, Executive and Members of the Murtoa RVIB Auxiliary Dear Friends, We, the blind children of the Royal Victorian Institute for the Blind, once again enjoy the great pleasure of thanking you for all you have done for us and the little babies during the past year. Without your help it would be impossible for the Institute to carry on its wonderful work of brightening our lives. We send you and your dear ones our heartiest greetings and sincerest wishes for a Very Happy Christmas and a Bright & Prosperous New Year. With our fondest love and grateful appreciation, We remain, Yours sincerely, The Blind Children Dec. 19351 Braille page with black handwritingroyal victorian institute for the blind, auxiliaries, braille

This newsletter was produced to keep RVIB auxiliaries informed of news, activities and events that occurred across the state, and to recognise individual auxiliaries and their members undertaking the valuable work of raising funds for RVIB. Produced six times a year, changing to monthly and possibly quarterly. A photocopied issue of the original 1956 newsletter is included. 1 v. in various pagingsAlso titled: RVIB Auxiliary newsletterroyal victorian institute for the blind, auxiliaries

This newsletter was produced to keep RVIB auxiliaries informed of news, activities and events that occurred across the state, and to recognise individual auxiliaries and their members undertaking the valuable work of raising funds for RVIB. Produced six times a year, changing to monthly and possibly quarterly. A photocopied issue of the original 1956 newsletter is included. 1 v. in various pagingsAlso titled: RVIB Auxiliary newsletterroyal victorian institute for the blind, auxiliaries

Wangaratta RSL Sub branch Women's Auxiliary Honour Board of Treasurers from 1955 to present day On the 18/5/2018 the Women's Auxiliary celebrated its Centenary and is believed to be one of the oldest if not the oldest RSL Women's Auxiliary in Victoria.Brown timber look laminate five sided with RSL Women's Auxiliary crest with one column of names in gold coloured paintWangaratta Sub Branch Women's Auxiliary Treasurerswangaratta rsl sub branch, women's auxiliary treasurers

This cut-glass vase was presented to the Donald Auxiliary in recognition of their 60th Anniversary. It has lattice style cut glass around the body of the vase and 'shell' cuts around the neck and top. Just below the neck is engraved: Presented to Donald Auxiliary 60th Anniversary 1989. Many auxiliaries received vases such as this, however only one has been retained for representation.1 cut glass vase with inscription upon bulb of basePresented to RVIB Donald Auxiliary 60th Anniversary 1989royal victorian institute for the blind, auxiliaries, awards

Wood and rubber stamp used by RVIB Charlton Auxiliary volunteers on documents and envelopes.1 small wood and rubber stamp with wordingRoyal Victorian Institute Charlton Auxiliary For the Blindroyal victorian institute for the blind, office equipment and supplies, auxiliaries

As stated the roll begins in 1979 and goes through to 1992. As part of the Bendigo District Servicemens Club the Auxiliary ceased once the venue became an RSL Sub Branch in the year 2000. Refer Cat No 8073P for the Club history. This Roll may not have been completed up to 2000.Honour Board rectangular shape pointed at the top, timber construction, text in gold paint re the Presidents & secretaries of the Womens Auxiliary Bendigo & District Servicemen’s Club from 1979 - 1992.“B.D.S.C. Ladies Auxiliary”brsl, smirsl, bdsc, auxiliary

As stated the roll begins in 1936 and goes through to 2002. Refer Cat No 8021 for the Auxiliary Charter also Cat No’s 8027 & 8028.Honour board, timber construction, rectangular shape with dome top, text has names in gold paint re the Presidents, Secretaries and Treasures of the Womens Auxiliary Bendigo RSL from 1936 to 2002.“R.S.L. Womens Auxiliary - Bendigo Branch”brsl, smirsl, auxiliary, bendigo, wabrsl

Keighley War Hospital at Morton Banks was originally The Morton Banks Fever Hospital and after local funds were raised, extra wards were built to turn it into a War Hospital. It opened in time to take some of the first casualties from the Battle of the Somme in July 1916 and continued until the end of the war. The War Hospital Register archived at Keighley Library contains 13,214 names of servicemen who were treated there. It also contains the names of German prisoners of war who were being held locally and required treatment from time to time, notably from the influenza epidemic. Morton Banks had 746 beds. The book records the details of the hospital between 1916-19 including staff, hospital layout and departments, the Auxiliary Hospitals, Discipline, Recreation, Education, Comforts Committee and Affiliated Associations.Document of Military Hospital in Keighley, U.K. during WW1. Contains significant information on staff and different departments at the hospital.Carboard and paper booklet of 48 pages. The cover is beige with green border with black and red writing. Silverfish have eaten top right corner of cover.On front cover is publisher Wadsworth & Company, Russell Street, Keighley, (also known as Rydal Press) title and cost of Sixpence. Inside first blank page is written 'With kind regards from Willie To Jack'. 'Jack' refers to J.L.McIntyreworld war 1, ww1, military hospital, army hospital, keighley war hospital, morton banks, morton banks fever hospital, keighley

Small metal Women's Auxiliary Badge. No claspWomens Auxiliary RSSA I.L.A. Stokes

The 3 items in this display - bell, crystal vase and cake server- were presented to the Wodonga Auxiliary of the Royal Victorian Institute for the Blind (RVIB) marking 50, 60 and 70 years of service respectively. This auxiliary was formed in March 1932 with K.D. Watson as the Inaugural President. Its purpose was to raise funds to assist blind and visually impaired people across the state of Victoria. The volunteers over 70 years spent countless hours door knocking in the annual fundraiser, and selling raffle tickets at street stalls. As the City of Wodonga expanded the areas to be door-knocked increased, creating a challenge for the mainly elderly members of the Auxiliary. Eventually it closed down in 2002 when the RVIB amalgamated with Vision Australia. The longest serving member of the Auxiliary was Mrs. Jean Burbidge.These items have local and state significance as they represent the work carried out by a local group of volunteers to support an important state wide institution.3 awards received by the RVIB Wodonga Auxiliary for recognition of their service. They include a crystal vase, a gold bell and a silver cake server. 18/10 is stamped on the reverse of the cake slicer. This relates to the percentage of chrome and nickel within the steel.On the bell: 'Presented to Wodonga R.V.I.B. Auxiliary 50th Anniversary" Around the middle of the vase: 'Presented to RVIB Wodonga Auxiliary 60th Anniversary, 1992" On the cake server: "Presented to RVIB Wodonga Auxiliary for 70 years service March 1932 to March 2002" On back of cake server:" 18/10 and initials FK inside 2 circles.royal victorian institute for the blind, rvib wodonga auxiliary

Lifetime achievement awards were presented to organisations, such as the Charlton Auxiliary and individuals for their invaluable support of RVIB.1 certificate with colour printingRVIB Lifetime Achievement Award awarded in recognition of support to Charlton Auxiliary. Presented by John Landy AC. MBE, Governor of Victoria, Patron of RVIB. Signed by the RVIB CEO Doug Kent, dated 26th March, 2003.royal victorian institute for the blind, auxiliaries

Refer Cat No 8021 for more details re Bendigo Women’s Auxiliary.Certificate of Appreciation from RSL National Executive to Bendigo RSL Women's Auxiliary 29.6.1994, RSL logo at the top followed by details of the certificate, a red seal is on the RH side bottom.Main points, “Awarded to Bendigo Women’s Auxiliary for outstanding service to the Welfare of psychiatrically disabled veterans and support to the Sub - Committee” “Digger James - National President” “June M Healy - National Secretary”brsl, smirsl, auxiliary, wabrsl

The Bendigo Womens Auxiliary was actually formed in 1936 and went through until 2002. Due the Soldiers Memorial Institute becoming a Museum and the formation of the Bendigo District RSL Sub Branch Inc the Auxiliary decided to cease fund raising. Their last meeting was held on 26.8.2002. During their time at SMI the Ladies conducted weddings, functions and other fund raisers to support the Bendigo RSL. At the RSL Annual Dinner each year which the ladies catered for they would present the RSL with a cheque. The Auxiliary were awarded 6 Life Memberships and two Certificates of Merit with gold badge.Charter, small brown section timber frame with details on white background. Top has the RSL badge with flags either side followed by the wording establishing the Auxiliary. Main wording is in gold colour.Main wording, " Victorian Branch hereby establishes and constitutes the Bendigo Womens Auxiliary" "Dated at Melb the 25th Day of May 1994" "Bruce Ruxton State President" "......... State Secretary"brsl, smirsl, charter, auxiliary, wabrsl

Round, black enamel, women's auxiliary badge. Gold writing & inset background to national flag. Attached by three links to black enamel bar.On bar: “PRESIDENT, WOMEN'S AUXILIARY RSL”badges, rsl, women’s auxillary

In memory of auxiliary members who had passed away, gifts were sometimes presented to the RVIB for use in the office or sale to raise funds. In this example, two prints from a fox hunting collection were made in memorium of Margaret MacFarlane, who was a foundation member of the Alberta Auxiliary and the Executive Council of Auxiliaries for RVIB.Images of 2 framed prints of "The Fox Hunt" and "The Preparatives"Presented by Alberta Auxiliary in memory of Miss Margaret MacFarlane foundation member of Alberta Auxiliary member of Executive Council of Auxiliaries and esteemed and loyal member of R.V.I.B. Auxiliary movement 16/3/1987. royal victorian institute for the blind, gifts

In 1985 the Kelaston Auxiliary celebrated it's 60th anniversary. A special event was held at Kelaston, with Mrs Di Jones congratulating Mrs Hamill (the oldest past auxiliary member), who later cut a cake marking the event.3 x coloured photographs of people enjoying the anniversary celebration1985 Auxiliary's 60th anniversaryassociation for the blind, kelaston home (ballarat), diana jones