To recognise the funds donated to help set up the Baringa Centre in Shepparton, this donor board was displayed in the foyer. It contains names of major donors.Wooden board with vinyl letteringbaringa (shepparton), fundraising

Flo Phillips stands as Neil Colliver and Nell Dagliesh weave baskets at the Baringa day centre in 1987.1 colour photographs of two people weaving a basket with another observingassociation for the blind, nell dagliesh, neil colliver, flo phillips, baringa (shepparton)

Mrs Bryant enjoys a laugh with Terry Fraser at Acacia House.1 black and white photograph of female and maleA3 Evelyn Grace Bryant and Terry Fraser at Acacia House 1984 Photo C 80' P5association for the blind, baringa (shepparton), evelyn bryant, terry fraser

A brown wooden award with a banner engraved 'Ronald George Trophy' at the top of the shield, a large metal plate inscribed 'Victorian Blind Ten Pin Association State Championship' in the middle and 'Donated by Marjorie Goodall' in a banner at the base of the shield. 14 smaller plates, with the year and team winners are located around the middle plate: 1990 Shepparton, 1991 Geelong, 1992 Geelong, 1993 Geelong, 1994 Geelong, 1995 Kooyong, 1996 Geelong, 1997 Kooyong, 1998 Elanora, 1999 Kooyong, 2000 Geelong, 2001 Kooyong, 2002 Elanora, 2003 Kooyong.Wooden shield with 14 mini shields and banners at top and bottomassociation for the blind, ronald george, marjorie goodall, elanora home (brighton), illawarra (geelong), baringa (shepparton)

Musician John Mazzocchi plays the accordion for residents at the Senior Citizens centre in Merrigum.1 black and white photograph of John MazzocchiJohn Mazzocchi Shepp "Hand accordion" Snr Citz's Merrigum Pic P.T.association for the blind, baringa (shepparton), john mazzocchi

Beryl Smout, Beryl Walland and Lorna Cullen filling jars for the Association for the Blind Show stall.1 black and white photograph of three femalesBeryl Smout, Beryl Walland and Lorna Cullen filling jars for the Association for the Blind Show stall.association for the blind, baringa (shepparton), beryl smout, beryl walland, lorna cullen, fundraising

Three unknown weavers create three very different bases for stools.3 black and white photographs of three individualsassociation for the blind, baringa (shepparton), weaving

Female guides an older male, who is wearing goggles, around obstacles on the footpath outside shops. These obstacles include a signboard, a car parked in a driveway between stores, bike lying down and a duffle bag. This image was probably used to promote the need for people not to leave objects strewn on the footpath where they become trip hazards.1 black and white photograph of female and older maleassociation for the blind, baringa (shepparton)

Public Relations staff member Carole O'Reilly and Baringa Manager Terry Fraser holding copy of "The Australian Large Print Cook Book", whilst standing in a commercial kitchen behind a table filled with vegetables. The book was produced as a fundraising initiative by the Shepparton Auxiliary.1 black and white photograph of female and maleassociation for the blind, baringa (shepparton), carole o'reilly, terry fraser, auxiliaries, shepparton auxiliary

The Shepparton Radio Enthusiast's Club operated at Baringa during the 1980s. In these images two men are seen with a CB radio and manager Terry Fraser.4 black and white photographs of two menassociation for the blind, baringa (shepparton), terry fraser

Volunteer drivers help clients get to and from appointments and outings. In this image, the volunteer driver lightly holds the wrist and one arm behind the back of an elderly woman who is embarking from a car.1 black and white photograph of female and maleassociation for the blind, baringa (shepparton)

Unknown female works on two different types of baskets with another person. In one image, she is constructed a cage frame over the top of the opening, whilst another holds it in place. In the second and third images, the woman is varnishing a completed basket and volunteer Peg Hall holds the tilted basket to keep it steady. Images possibly from Shepparton.3 black and white photographs woman and basketsassociation for the blind, baringa (shepparton), peg hall

A group of older people and woman in her twenties, sit at a table and make baskets. Images possibly from Shepparton.3 black and white photographs of people and basketsassociation for the blind, baringa (shepparton)

Woman making baskets. Images possibly from Shepparton.4 black and white photographs of peopleassociation for the blind, baringa (shepparton)

A staff member assists an older woman using the white cane, to feel the difference in heights as she descends steps in front of a house. Images possibly from Shepparton.1 black and white photographs of older woman learning to use a white caneassociation for the blind, baringa (shepparton)

A staff member speaks to an older man in a lounge room. Images possibly from Shepparton.1 black and white photographs of two peopleassociation for the blind, baringa (shepparton)

A group of older people sit at a table and make baskets. In the other image, two women work on a basket. Images possibly from Shepparton.2 black and white photographs of people and basketsassociation for the blind, baringa (shepparton)

In this undated image, a woman presents a cheque and shakes the hand of a male. Images possibly from Shepparton.1 black and white photographs of cheque presentationassociation for the blind, baringa (shepparton)

Invitation for Mr and Mrs N Maxwell to attend the official opening of the New Baringa Centre by Governor of Victoria Dr Davis McCaughey on Wednesday 7th August 1991.1 invitation card which folds out to contain detailsnon-fictionassociation for the blind, elizabeth maxwell, neil maxwell, baringa (shepparton), dr davis mccaughey

These meetings were held at the Kooyong office and the minutes include Present, Chair, Apologies, Minutes, Matter arising from minutes, Correspondence, Life governors, Election of members, Nominations, Reports from Regional Blind Members groups. Some highlights are: 30/6/1990 under the capable leadership of Mrs Elsie Germon the schools programme has been re-convened. Regular visits are being made to primary schools. Speakers are accompanied by sighted guides. 9/8/1991 Executive Director, Mr John Cook reported merger of the Braille & Talking Book Library with AFB. First radio appeal for 3RPH raising over $30,000, opening of the new Baringa Day Centre at Shepparton. 30/6/1996 the annual report highlighted the Centenary of AFB it was noted that self-help has always been the major emphasis underpinning the work of the Blind Member's Council. The Tilly Aston Fund raised over $1/2 million for the new National Information Centre. The peer support work and monitoring of services, ensures that we give back something to AFB, for the support we receive. BMC representatives made 70 visits across the State. The Council registered the Tilly Aston Rhododendron as a lasting way of acknowledging the work of our founder. 19/9/1997 The Chairman welcomed those present to the second combined meeting of the AFB and the Tilly Aston Customer Council. The Council welcomed the change in Articles and Memorandum of the Association and the formation of the Tilly Aston Customer Council which allowed all customer of the Association automatic membership and input to the monitoring of services. Minute book of Blind Members Council annual reports and general meetingsassociation for the blind, blind members council