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Broadmeadows Historical Society & MuseumPhotograph - School Photo, Jacana Primary School Bat Tennis Premiers 1979, 1979
... Jacana Primary School Bat Tennis Premiers 1979......Bat Tennis...This 1979 photograph of Jacana Primary School’s bat tennis premiers offers a nostalgic glimpse into a vibrant chapter of local school life. ...A colour photograph of Jacana Primary School’s 1979 bat tennis team. The students are dressed in various sports clothes and are arranged in rows. ...This 1979 photograph of Jacana Primary School’s bat tennis premiers offers a nostalgic glimpse into a vibrant chapter of local school life. ...This 1979 photograph of Jacana Primary School’s bat tennis premiers offers a nostalgic glimpse into a vibrant chapter of local school life. More than just a snapshot of sporting success, it reflects the values that underpinned the school’s ethos—participation, perseverance, and community pride. Founded in 1959, Jacana Primary served generations of families until its closure in the early 2000s, becoming a hub for both learning and local connection. The image stands as a testament to the school’s commitment to nurturing well-rounded students through both academic and extracurricular pursuits. It also serves as a cultural time capsule, capturing the spirit of a suburban Melbourne school community during a formative era in public education.This 1979 photograph of Jacana Primary School’s bat tennis premiers holds enduring cultural and historical value as a representation of the school’s commitment to holistic education and community engagement. The image is significant not only for documenting a moment of sporting achievement but also for illustrating the broader educational philosophy of the time—one that emphasised teamwork, resilience, and local pride. As a visual record from a school that served the Jacana community from 1959 until the early 2000s, it offers insight into the social fabric of suburban Melbourne during a period of growth and change. The photograph contributes to the collective memory of the area, symbolising the role of public schools as foundational institutions in shaping both individual lives and community identity.A colour photograph of Jacana Primary School’s 1979 bat tennis team. The students are dressed in various sports clothes and are arranged in rows. The teacher stands in the top right corner of the group.jacana primary school, education, photograph, group photograph, 1979, bat tennis -
Greensborough Historical SocietySchool Photograph - Digital Image, Greensborough Primary School Gr2062 1975 Team Bat Tennis, 1975_
... Greensborough Primary School Gr2062 1975 Team Bat Tennis.......bat tennis...Sports team photograph from Greensborough Primary School No.2062. 1975 Team Bat Tennis. Student names are not identified....Sports team photograph from Greensborough Primary School No.2062. 1975 Team Bat Tennis. Student names are not identified. greensborough primary school greensborough state school bat tennis Group name marked on photograph. ...Sports team photograph from Greensborough Primary School No.2062. 1975 Team Bat Tennis. Student names are not identified.Digital copy of colour group photograph.Group name marked on photograph.greensborough primary school, greensborough state school, bat tennis -
Broadmeadows Historical Society & MuseumPhotograph - Team Photo, Jacana Primary School Bat Tennis (Premiers) 1979, 1979
... Jacana Primary School Bat Tennis (Premiers) 1979......Bat Tennis...This 1979 photograph of Jacana Primary School’s bat tennis premiers captures a lively moment in the school’s history, offering more than just a record of sporting achievement. ...This 1979 photograph of Jacana Primary School’s bat tennis premiers captures a lively moment in the school’s history, offering more than just a record of sporting achievement. ...This 1979 photograph of Jacana Primary School’s bat tennis premiers captures a lively moment in the school’s history, offering more than just a record of sporting achievement. It reflects the core values that shaped the school’s identity—active participation, determination, and a strong sense of community. Established in 1959, Jacana Primary became a cornerstone of local education, serving generations of families until its closure in the early 2000s. The image highlights the school’s dedication to fostering well-rounded development through both academic learning and extracurricular activities. As a visual record, it also serves as a cultural snapshot of suburban Melbourne during a formative period in public education, preserving the spirit and camaraderie of a close-knit school community.This 1979 photograph of Jacana Primary School’s bat tennis premiers holds lasting cultural and historical significance as a reflection of the school’s dedication to well-rounded education and strong community ties. More than a record of sporting success, the image embodies the educational values of the era—teamwork, perseverance, and local pride—central to the school’s philosophy. Serving the Jacana community from 1959 until its closure in the early 2000s, Jacana Primary played a vital role in shaping the social landscape of suburban Melbourne during a time of growth and transformation. The photograph stands as a visual testament to the role of public schools in nurturing individual development and fostering a shared sense of identity within the community.A colour photograph on Matte paper, with a white borderBack: (Blue Label) PH-5536 (white label) PH- 4412 (Manufacturers Marks) This Paper/Manufactured / By Kodakjacana primary school, education, photograph, group photograph, 1979, bat tennis -
Greensborough Historical SocietySchool Photograph - Digital Image, Briar Hill Primary School BH4341 1992 Bat Tennis Team, 1992_
... Briar Hill Primary School BH4341 1992 Bat Tennis Team...Group photo of Briar Hill State School 1992 Bat Tennis Team...Group photo of Briar Hill State School 1992 Bat Tennis Team briar hill primary school briar hill state school Digital copy of colour school team photo Briar Hill Primary School BH4341 1992 Bat Tennis Team School Photograph - Digital Image Briar Hill Primary School ...Group photo of Briar Hill State School 1992 Bat Tennis TeamDigital copy of colour school team photobriar hill primary school, briar hill state school -
Tennis AustraliaInstruction Manual, Circa 1923
... A four page instruction manual for the game of Paddle tennis (known in Australia as Bat Tennis). The cover features a photo image of boys and girls playing a bat tennis game in Washington Square, New York City. ...Tennis A four page instruction manual for the game of Paddle tennis (known in Australia as Bat Tennis). The cover features a photo image of boys and girls playing a bat tennis game in Washington Square, New York City. ...A four page instruction manual for the game of Paddle tennis (known in Australia as Bat Tennis). The cover features a photo image of boys and girls playing a bat tennis game in Washington Square, New York City. Materials: Paper, Inktennis -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.Photograph - GOLDEN SQUARE LAUREL STREET P.S. COLLECTION: PHOTOGRAPH - SCOTT WOODMAN
... Colour photograph of Scott Woodman (Grade 3) Champion - 2005. Bat Tennis and Table Tennis....Collection - Photograph - Scott Woodman Colour photograph of Scott Woodman (Grade 3) Champion - 2005. Bat Tennis and Table Tennis. Photograph GOLDEN SQUARE LAUREL STREET P.S. ...Colour photograph of Scott Woodman (Grade 3) Champion - 2005. Bat Tennis and Table Tennis.education, primary, golden square laurel st p.s., golden square laurel street p.s. collection - photograph - scott woodman -
Tennis AustraliaPoster, Advertisement, Circa 1923
... A small poster promoting the game of Paddle tennis (known in Australia as Bat Tennis). It features a photo image of boys and girls playing a bat tennis game in Washington Square, New York City; an illustration of a 'paddle'; lawn tennis player endorsements; and media reports. ...Tennis A small poster promoting the game of Paddle tennis (known in Australia as Bat Tennis). It features a photo image of boys and girls playing a bat tennis game in Washington Square, New York City; an illustration of a 'paddle'; lawn tennis player endorsements; and media reports. ...A small poster promoting the game of Paddle tennis (known in Australia as Bat Tennis). It features a photo image of boys and girls playing a bat tennis game in Washington Square, New York City; an illustration of a 'paddle'; lawn tennis player endorsements; and media reports. Materials: Paper, Inktennis -
Vision AustraliaPhotograph - Image, Arthur Nothling trophy, 1978
... Wooden upright rectangle with two shoulders, curved mid-section topped by gold coloured person with table tennis bat...South Australia Wooden upright rectangle with two shoulders, curved mid-section topped by gold coloured person with table tennis bat Arthur Nothling trophy Photograph Image ...A brown wooden award with the words 'The Arthur Nothing Trophy' and 'Victoria v South Australia' inscribed on the base. A table tennis player sits on top of the award, with the sole winner's name and score inscribed below it '1978 Victoria 61-20'.Wooden upright rectangle with two shoulders, curved mid-section topped by gold coloured person with table tennis batThe Arthur Nothling trophy Victoria v. South Australiaassociation for the blind, awards -
Tennis AustraliaAdvertisement, Circa 1923
... A cardboard advertisement shaped in the form of a tennis bat/paddle, promoting Emerson's Ginger-Mint Julep. ...Tennis A cardboard advertisement shaped in the form of a tennis bat/paddle, promoting Emerson's Ginger-Mint Julep. ...A cardboard advertisement shaped in the form of a tennis bat/paddle, promoting Emerson's Ginger-Mint Julep. Front features illustration of a young ladt playing tennis. Materials: Cardboard, Inktennis -
Tennis AustraliaRacquet, Circa 1974
... A Harry C. Lee 'The Bat' metal tennis racquet with double shaft, and handle wrapped with brown perforated leather grip tape. ...Tennis A Harry C. Lee 'The Bat' metal tennis racquet with double shaft, and handle wrapped with brown perforated leather grip tape. ...A Harry C. Lee 'The Bat' metal tennis racquet with double shaft, and handle wrapped with brown perforated leather grip tape. Nylon strings and round head shape. Plastic butt cap and plastic protective strip covering crown. Materials: Metal, Nylon, Adhesive tape, Adhesive label, Leather, Plastictennis -
Tennis AustraliaRacquet, Circa 1924
... A Spalding Kro-Bat model tennis racquet, featuring whipping around shoulders, an concave laminated throat, fine-grooved handle and leather end wrap & butt cloth. ...Tennis A Spalding Kro-Bat model tennis racquet, featuring whipping around shoulders, an concave laminated throat, fine-grooved handle and leather end wrap & butt cloth. ...A Spalding Kro-Bat model tennis racquet, featuring whipping around shoulders, an concave laminated throat, fine-grooved handle and leather end wrap & butt cloth. Model & manufacter name feature across throat on obverse. Manufacturer signature features along throat on reverse. On side of shaft is printed: 'PAT. OCT. 03,, 1923'. Materials: Wood, Metal, Lacquer, Glue, Leather, Vinyl, Ink, String, Painttennis -
Tennis AustraliaRacquet, Circa 1924
... A Spalding Kro-Bat model tennis racquet, featuring whipping around shoulders, an concave laminated throat, fine-grooved handle and leather end wrap & butt cloth. ...Tennis A Spalding Kro-Bat model tennis racquet, featuring whipping around shoulders, an concave laminated throat, fine-grooved handle and leather end wrap & butt cloth. ...A Spalding Kro-Bat model tennis racquet, featuring whipping around shoulders, an concave laminated throat, fine-grooved handle and leather end wrap & butt cloth. Model & manufacter name feature across throat on obverse. Manufacturer signature features along throat on reverse. On side of shaft is printed: 'PAT. OCT. 03,, 1923'. Manufacturer's logo printed on butt cloth. Materials: Wood, Metal, Lacquer, Glue, Leather, Vinyl, Ink, String, Painttennis -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.Postcard - Mabel Tully Collection: Four miscellaneous postcards, circa 1925
... Mabel Tully Collection: Four miscellaneous postcards 11123.18 A - A postcard of Walker & Hughes , original tennis bat jugglers, Australian Vaudeville Association - postcard sent to Mrs Tully from Annie with personal message; date sent unclear. 11123.19 B - A B&W postcard of The Cardinal's throne, Westminster Cathedral sent 11/5/1925 to Mabel from Aunty; covers travel notes. 11123.19 C - A coloured postcard from the National Gallery "A Dutch House by Pieter De Hough, shows two women and a young girl. ...Mabel Tully Diverse postcards A handwritten message on all four postcards addressed to Mabel Mabel Tully Collection: Four miscellaneous postcards 11123.18 A - A postcard of Walker & Hughes , original tennis bat jugglers, Australian Vaudeville Association - postcard sent to Mrs Tully from Annie with personal message; date sent unclear. 11123.19 B - A B&W postcard of The Cardinal's throne, Westminster Cathedral sent 11/5/1925 to Mabel from Aunty; covers travel notes. 11123.19 C - A coloured postcard from the National Gallery "A Dutch House by Pieter De Hough, shows two women and a young girl. ...Mabel Beatrice Josephine Tully was born to John Patrick Tully and Mary Elizabeth Dole at White Hills on 16.07.1896.. Mabel lived in the family home at 61 Charleston Rd. Bendigo and was employed as a saleswoman until she married John (Jack) Killeen in 1925. Jack was a junior postal worker. Mabel's father John Tully died on 11.08.1926. In 1927 Mabel and Jack were living at 70 Abbott Street Bendigo. Mabel did home duties and Jack was employed as a postal linesman. In 1931 Mabel and Jack were living back at 61 Charleston Rd Sandhursr East. In 1937 Jack was working as a barman, and as a fruiterer in 1943. Mabel's mother died 11.01.1941. Mabel's husband Jack Killeen died on 22.06.1975 aged 79 years. Mabel died on 7.01.1987 aged 90 years. She is buried in the White Hills Cemetery.Mabel Tully Collection: Four miscellaneous postcards 11123.18 A - A postcard of Walker & Hughes , original tennis bat jugglers, Australian Vaudeville Association - postcard sent to Mrs Tully from Annie with personal message; date sent unclear. 11123.19 B - A B&W postcard of The Cardinal's throne, Westminster Cathedral sent 11/5/1925 to Mabel from Aunty; covers travel notes. 11123.19 C - A coloured postcard from the National Gallery "A Dutch House by Pieter De Hough, shows two women and a young girl. Sent to Mabel sender unknown. 11123.19 D - A hand coloured postcard entitled "A bit of Old Dedham", shows a woman watering a garden with a B&W cathedral spire in the background. A personal message on family matters, dated Sept 13.A handwritten message on all four postcards addressed to Mabelmabel tully, diverse postcards -
Stawell Historical Society IncArchive, Historical Film Footage of Stawell Technical School 1932 & 1966
... They want their apple” 7.32 “See – The Art of Getting….The apple. 7.59 Putting the Weight” 8.14 “Notice the graceful movements” Skene (Street site) 9.31 “ The Long Jump” Stawell Technical School Activities at Skene Street 10.10 “ Marching practice for Inter- Technical sports….. 1932 10.33 “Some practice starts. ( Tech school building Skene Street ) 11.54 Technical school building in Skene St 12.07 “The Fall in” 12.48 “Drill exercise” 13.40 “Drill Exercise Juniors” 15.09 “Dismiss” 15.24 “Classes Leaving School Room- Sorry to part” 15.52 “Bat Tennis” 16.23 “Ball passing” 16.50 “Over-head Ball Passing” 17.21 fancy dress on stage. ...They want their apple” 7.32 “See – The Art of Getting….The apple. 7.59 Putting the Weight” 8.14 “Notice the graceful movements” Skene (Street site) 9.31 “ The Long Jump” Stawell Technical School Activities at Skene Street 10.10 “ Marching practice for Inter- Technical sports….. 1932 10.33 “Some practice starts. ( Tech school building Skene Street ) 11.54 Technical school building in Skene St 12.07 “The Fall in” 12.48 “Drill exercise” 13.40 “Drill Exercise Juniors” 15.09 “Dismiss” 15.24 “Classes Leaving School Room- Sorry to part” 15.52 “Bat Tennis” 16.23 “Ball passing” 16.50 “Over-head Ball Passing” 17.21 fancy dress on stage. ...Historical Film FootageTwo Film Reels Larger one Green Plastic Smaller one Red Plastic Sport at the Stawell Technical School 0.00 “Cricket Practice” 0.33 “The Bowler ..t it” 1.10 “Our Football Team 1932” 1.33 “Have a Closer look at them” (Football at Central Park ) 2.20 “Some of the Younger Fry” (school boys at Central Park) 2.33 “Start of the 220 Yards” 2.57 “High jump Events” 3.30 “See how it is done” 4.27 “See how to jump” 5.44 “The Sack Race” 6.15 “Boot Scram How carefully …. The boots …” 6.25 “The rush of the bootless brigade” 7.02 “Start of the Apple in Tub……. Race” 7.12 “An apple a day, keeps the doctor away…. They want their apple” 7.32 “See – The Art of Getting….The apple. 7.59 Putting the Weight” 8.14 “Notice the graceful movements” Skene (Street site) 9.31 “ The Long Jump” Stawell Technical School Activities at Skene Street 10.10 “ Marching practice for Inter- Technical sports….. 1932 10.33 “Some practice starts. ( Tech school building Skene Street ) 11.54 Technical school building in Skene St 12.07 “The Fall in” 12.48 “Drill exercise” 13.40 “Drill Exercise Juniors” 15.09 “Dismiss” 15.24 “Classes Leaving School Room- Sorry to part” 15.52 “Bat Tennis” 16.23 “Ball passing” 16.50 “Over-head Ball Passing” 17.21 fancy dress on stage. Similar to Can Can 18.21 possible Egyptian dance Stawell Technical School Swimming 19.00 “Receiving Instructions-The Lull before the storm!” 19.09 “All ready in their gowns.—They’re off!!! (No, not the gowns.) 19.19 “Hey! Would you believe he’d do this on purpose?” 1st method of release and rescue 19.54 “Another patient “callin” for help- Life-saving is mostly ups and downs” 20.17 “Towing the patient in, so that he can’t struggle with the rescuer” 20.52 “Who’s drowning now? It’s either Sir Walter Dally or Frantic Drake getting ducked” 21.38 Swimming club room at Cato Lake 21.44 Diving tower Cato Lake Views of Stawell from Big Hill and from a Plane 23.18 Views from Big Hill 23.48 ? lettered title by Stawell Technical School 23.53 “Now, off we go in the Texas plane”(biplane) 24.07 “Stawell looks like a Doll’s Garden” 24.36 “Main Street Winds … beneath us” 24.55 “Lake Cato, Central Park, War Memorial” 25.16 “State School 502 with the “ants” out at play…. 25.53 “The North Western Woollen Mills” 26.05 “And now from the West side” 26.33 “Above the clouds at 7000ft.”(and landing the biplane) Technical School Trade Skill-- Carpentry 27.16 “Woodwork Department” “Model Dairy” – Built on walk-in walk-out principle with bails for 6 cows; also separator, cream, and feed room; Length 52 Ft Width 18ft. Scale 27.44 “Framing for Lean-to shed Many uses can be found for this type on the farm 28.08 “Putting the finishing touches to a Twi-roomed Settler’s House….” 28.42 “A good sturdy type of hand gate….. half full size.. 28.57 “This Double-batten gate costs the farmer13/-, can be made in 3 hours, and is good for a Century…. 29.20 “ A stand for…… 1.000 Gallon tank. 1/3rd Full size….. 29.45 “ Form for moulding Concrete fence posts…. These posts are fire-proof, white-ant-proof, and will not rot…. 30.11 “No 2. Carpentry.” Sinking Mortices in Styles of a pair of Gates….. 30.29 “Cutting Tenons on the Rails” 30.42 “Fitting Tenon into Mortice.” 30.53 ‘Marking and cutting for Brace” 31.46 “Turret Roofs. 1. Bell-shaped… 2. Ogee……… 32.03 “Cutting a Mitre such as is used for corner of Picture Frame. 32.51 “Testing Mitre for Square” 32.59 “No 3. Joinery.” Box-framed Window with Double-hung sashes 33.24 “Louvre Ventilators 1. Circular. 2. Triangular. 33.46 “Front Entrance Door and Frame, with Fanlight and Sidelights. 34.04 “Half Size Model of a Gothic Door 34.21 No 4. Cabinet-Making. Fitting shaped rail to turned leg of….. Music Stool, having a Drawer for Music. 34.43 “A Fire-screen….. with Painted Panel. 35.01 “A sitting down job.” Junior Technical Boys on Chair construction 35.22 “A modeling class at work. ------- Technical School Trade Skill—Plastering 36.09 “ A process of … casting in Plaster. Of parts…… 36.14 “Building the walls around the clay….. model. ------ 36.34 “Mixing the Plaster of Paris to pour for the mould….. 36.39 “Modelling Section. The running of Mouldings…. 36.43 “Building up…. The rough shape of the mould…” 36.55 “Moving thr template slowly along,….. in order to perfect the shape…… 37.30 “Moving the template along……. For the second time. 37.49 “The finished mould.” 37.55 “An end view showing …. The exact shape. Technical School Speech Day 38.40 Speech day 39.40 Display of art work, plaster models and carpentry 41.44 Science experiments Exploring the Grampians/Halls Gap 40.30 Exploring the Grampians Views from Mt William 45.54 Picnic Halls Gap 46.36 Swimming carnival Halls Gap pool Athletics at Central Park Stawell 43.56 Athletic events at Central Park including sack race and tandem racing Lake Lonsdale Picnic 49.41 Leaving for …. The School Picnic held at …Lake Lonsdale….. December 13th 1932 50.00 By the Lakeside 50.22 The boys take to the water. 50.46 One in, All in. 51.22 Hunger….. approaching, On with..the billy.. 51.34 The workers Partake of Nourishment. 51.47 Silent workers.(mothers picnic lunch) Wash up and Dry up. 52.20 General view at Lunch time. 52.53 One swallow does not make a summer… 53.10 Great Australian Bites. 53.28 Good-bye Sandwiches.. 53.57 Note the more than full expressions… 54.06 The last parade 54.16 Swim for the shore boys Under 14 years 54.43 Swim for the shore boys. Under 16 Years. 55.06 Swim for the shore boys, all in… 55.28 Ladies Race. Use your weight. 55.45 After the fall. 55.47 The winner Mrs Taylor. 55.06 Boys Races 56.20 How NOT to run.(backwards) 57.10 Try this one yourself….(backwards) 57.26 The Staff Spirit? 57.39 The Winner Mr Henderson.. Snow in Stawell 1949 58.01 1949 snow in Stawell Tech school, 502, Tech snow fight , Patrick St with courthouse 59.31 Big Hill scenery 1.00.06 Speech at Tech school quadrangle Street Parade down Main Street 1.00.22 c. 1945 Parade main St (possibly Peace celebrations) Sporting event Central Park 1.02.04 Central Park sporting event after the Parade, including Scouts erecting a tent. Historical Film Footage Stawell Tech 1932education -
Malmsbury Historical SocietyPhotograph (Item), B/W Photo Kyneton Harcourt Tennis Association C1950, Malmsbury c1950
... People - "Hubber, Hooppell, Bates, Brophy, Omeara, Carter" Buildings - Tennis Courts Associated with - Malmsbury Tennis Club...People - "Hubber, Hooppell, Bates, Brophy, Omeara, Carter" Buildings - Tennis Courts Associated with - Malmsbury Tennis Club B/W Photo Kyneton Harcourt Tennis Association C1950, Malmsbury c1950 Photograph Photograph ...People - "Hubber, Hooppell, Bates, Brophy, Omeara, Carter" Buildings - Tennis Courts Associated with - Malmsbury Tennis Club -
Vision AustraliaAward - Object, Lewbury, Melbourne Red Cross Younger Set Memorial Swish trophy, 1975-1978
... Swish is a form of table tennis that is played without sight. The ball contains a bell and is hit with a rectangular bat under the board that acts as a net. ...Swish is a form of table tennis that is played without sight. The ball contains a bell and is hit with a rectangular bat under the board that acts as a net. ...A metal cup engraved with 'Melbourne Red Cross Younger Set' sits on top of a plastic base, which has a dark coloured plate attached to the front side. On the front plate is engraved "Memorial SWISH - Trophy, Commemorating Annual Contests between the R.V.I.B. and Younger Set Teams". On the rear side are engraved the winners of the trophy: 1975 - RVIB, 1976 - RVIB, 1977 - RVIB, 1978 - MRCYS. The Melbourne Red Cross Younger Set were an auxiliary of RVIB that helped provide awareness and raised funds for services. Swish is a form of table tennis that is played without sight. The ball contains a bell and is hit with a rectangular bat under the board that acts as a net. This cup represented the annual game between the Auxiliary and RVIB players.1 pewter cup resting on top of a plastic platform with an engraved plate Memorial SWISH - Trophy, Commemorating Annual Contests between the R.V.I.B. and Younger Set Teams 1975 - RVIB, 1976 - RVIB, 1977 - RVIB, 1978 - MRCYSnameplates, royal victorian institute for the blind -
Vision AustraliaPhotograph - Image, Two men playing swish
... Swish is a fast paced game played on a table tennis table with an upright board instead of a net. Players hold a miniature cricket bat and use an audible ball that must go under the middle board and off the table to win a point. ...Swish is a fast paced game played on a table tennis table with an upright board instead of a net. Players hold a miniature cricket bat and use an audible ball that must go under the middle board and off the table to win a point. ...Swish is a fast paced game played on a table tennis table with an upright board instead of a net. Players hold a miniature cricket bat and use an audible ball that must go under the middle board and off the table to win a point. Players must use only their bat to keep the ball on the table, and not their body, and keep the ball moving along the surface of the table. In this image, two men hold bats and attempt to return the ball back to their opponents. 1 black and white photograph of men playing swishswish, recreation, royal victorian institute for the blind -
Vision AustraliaDocument - Text, Swish Rules, 1983
... Swish is a game played with a bat, ball and barriers on a tennis-table like court....Swish is a game played with a bat, ball and barriers on a tennis-table like court. Recreation Swish 1 spiral bound book of thermoform pages Swish Rules Document Text ...Swish rules as authorised by the Victorian Swish Council on July 9, 1983. This book was part of the Braille & Talking Library collection in Commercial Road. Swish is a game played with a bat, ball and barriers on a tennis-table like court.1 spiral bound book of thermoform pagesrecreation, swish -
Vision AustraliaEquipment - Object, Swish ball, yellow, 199
... bat'. 'Swish' is a fast, invigorating game, and was developed by blind people in Australia and has been played here for many years. It is played on both a recreational and competitive level; and allows blind, vision impaired and sighted people to compete on almost equal terms. Swish is like table tennis...bat'. 'Swish' is a fast, invigorating game, and was developed by blind people in Australia and has been played here for many years. It is played on both a recreational and competitive level; and allows blind, vision impaired and sighted people to compete on almost equal terms. Swish is like table tennis ...The plastic ball has bells inside to make it audible when it is hit by the rectangular wooden 'Swish bat'. 'Swish' is a fast, invigorating game, and was developed by blind people in Australia and has been played here for many years. It is played on both a recreational and competitive level; and allows blind, vision impaired and sighted people to compete on almost equal terms. Swish is like table tennis, but instead of hitting a ball over a net, the ball is hit under a net and must travel along the surface of the table. The net is at a height that so that those players with various degrees of sight do not have an advantage over blind players. Swish is either played as a doubles or singles competition. The game can be played from one game to the best of five, and the first to eleven or the advantage of 2 after eleven.1 swish ball with 26 holes containing 3 metal bellsrecreation, swish -
Vision AustraliaLeisure object - Object, Swish ball, red, 199
... bat'. 'Swish' is a fast, invigorating game, and was developed by blind people in Australia and has been played here for many years. It is played on both a recreational and competitive level; and allows blind, vision impaired and sighted people to compete on almost equal terms. Swish is like table tennis...bat'. 'Swish' is a fast, invigorating game, and was developed by blind people in Australia and has been played here for many years. It is played on both a recreational and competitive level; and allows blind, vision impaired and sighted people to compete on almost equal terms. Swish is like table tennis ...The plastic ball has bells inside to make it audible when it is hit by the rectangular wooden 'Swish bat'. 'Swish' is a fast, invigorating game, and was developed by blind people in Australia and has been played here for many years. It is played on both a recreational and competitive level; and allows blind, vision impaired and sighted people to compete on almost equal terms. Swish is like table tennis, but instead of hitting a ball over a net, the ball is hit under a net and must travel along the surface of the table. The net is at a height that so that those players with various degrees of sight do not have an advantage over blind players. Swish is either played as a doubles or singles competition. The game can be played from one game to the best of five, and the first to eleven or the advantage of 2 after eleven.1 swish ball with 28 holes containing 4 metal bellsrecreation, swish -
Vision AustraliaLeisure object - Object, Swish bat, 199
... The wooden bat is used to play the game 'Swish' which is a fast, invigorating game, and was developed by blind people in Australia and has been played here for many years. It is played on both a recreational and competitive level; and allows blind, vision impaired and sighted people to compete on almost equal terms. Swish is like table tennis...tennis ball and made of plastic with holes in it. Swish is either played as a doubles or singles competition. The game can be played from one game to the best of five, and the first to eleven or the advantage of 2 after eleven. Recreation Swish 1 light brown, wooden rectangular paddle or batting ...The wooden bat is used to play the game 'Swish' which is a fast, invigorating game, and was developed by blind people in Australia and has been played here for many years. It is played on both a recreational and competitive level; and allows blind, vision impaired and sighted people to compete on almost equal terms. Swish is like table tennis, but instead of hitting a ball over a net, the ball is hit under a net and must travel along the surface of the table. The net is at a height that so that those players with various degrees of sight do not have an advantage over blind players. The ball has bells in it to make it audible and it is about the size of a tennis ball and made of plastic with holes in it. Swish is either played as a doubles or singles competition. The game can be played from one game to the best of five, and the first to eleven or the advantage of 2 after eleven.1 light brown, wooden rectangular paddle or batting surface with a short handle recreation, swish -
Tennis AustraliaPrint, Circa 15th Century, Circa 1910
... Tennis Print (reproduction) of a woman in fifteenth century costume swinging a baseball-like bat and throwing a white ball into the air. ...Print (reproduction) of a woman in fifteenth century costume swinging a baseball-like bat and throwing a white ball into the air. Title text states: 'JEU DE PALME/XIV E/SIECLE'. Materials: Paper, Ink, Cardboard, Wood, Metaltennis -
Tennis AustraliaBlack and white photographic print, 1993
... Tennis Photographic print of Jeremy Bates Materials: Paper, Photographic emulsion Black and white photographic print ...Photographic print of Jeremy Bates Materials: Paper, Photographic emulsiontennis -
Tennis AustraliaBook, 1910
... Tennis Book: 'BALL, BAT AND BISHOP: THE ORIGIN OF BALL GAMES'. ...Book: 'BALL, BAT AND BISHOP: THE ORIGIN OF BALL GAMES'. Hardcover with plastic protective jacket. First edition. Materials: Ink, Paper, Cardboard, Plastictennis -
Tennis AustraliaBook, 1947
... Tennis Book: 'BALL, BAT AND BISHOP: THE ORIGIN OF BALL GAMES'. ...Book: 'BALL, BAT AND BISHOP: THE ORIGIN OF BALL GAMES'. Hardcover. First edition. Materials: Ink, Paper, Cardboardtennis -
Tennis AustraliaRacquet, Circa 1905
... A rare Wisden 'Crawford the Exceller' tennis racquet, with rare spliced throat, cloth tape shoulder reinforcements, and, a unique whipped, cricket bat shaped handle. ...Tennis A rare Wisden 'Crawford the Exceller' tennis racquet, with rare spliced throat, cloth tape shoulder reinforcements, and, a unique whipped, cricket bat shaped handle. ...A rare Wisden 'Crawford the Exceller' tennis racquet, with rare spliced throat, cloth tape shoulder reinforcements, and, a unique whipped, cricket bat shaped handle. Manufacturer's details impressed along shaft on obverse; model details impressed across throat on reverse. The initials E.W. impressed across throat on obverse. Materials: Wood, Lacquer, Glue, Metal, Gut, Cloth tape, Inktennis -
Tennis AustraliaRacquet, Circa 1903
... A Salmon & Webster 'Champion' tennis racquet, with solid convex throat, cloth tape shoulder reinforcements, and, a fine grooved handle with fish-tail butt and a rubber handle grip. Impressed inscription on handle grip: SALMON &/WEBSTER LTD./MAKERS OF THE/PARLOUR/SUPER STRONG/BAT...Tennis A Salmon & Webster 'Champion' tennis racquet, with solid convex throat, cloth tape shoulder reinforcements, and, a fine grooved handle with fish-tail butt and a rubber handle grip. Impressed inscription on handle grip: SALMON &/WEBSTER LTD./MAKERS OF THE/PARLOUR/SUPER STRONG/BAT ...A Salmon & Webster 'Champion' tennis racquet, with solid convex throat, cloth tape shoulder reinforcements, and, a fine grooved handle with fish-tail butt and a rubber handle grip. Impressed inscription on handle grip: SALMON &/WEBSTER LTD./MAKERS OF THE/PARLOUR/SUPER STRONG/BAT. Materials: Wood, Lacquer, Glue, Metal, Gut, Cloth tape, Rubbertennis -
Tennis AustraliaRacquet, Circa 1925
... Tennis A wooden racquet, unstrung. Inscription across the throat and stem of obverse, and below an image of a black bat: THE BAT/SPECIAL/MASTER/MODEL. ...A wooden racquet, unstrung. Inscription across the throat and stem of obverse, and below an image of a black bat: THE BAT/SPECIAL/MASTER/MODEL. Inscription across the throat and stem of reverse: HARRY C. LEE & CO./NEW YORK/THE BAT. Inscription along left side of stem: CUSTOM BUILT. Partial inscription across right side of stem: [R]HYTH[MIC]/BALANC[ED]. Materials: Wood, Glue, Lacquer, Ink, Leather, Metal, Plastic, Paint, Adhesive tapetennis -
Tennis AustraliaRacquet, Circa 1925
... Tennis A wooden racquet. Inscription across the throat and stem of obverse, and below an image of a black bat: THE BAT/LEEL/MASTER/MODEL. ...A wooden racquet. Inscription across the throat and stem of obverse, and below an image of a black bat: THE BAT/LEEL/MASTER/MODEL. Inscription across the throat and stem of reverse: HARRY C. LEE & CO./NEW YORK/THE BAT/CUSTOM BUILT. Materials: Wood, Glue, Lacquer, Ink, Leather, Metal, Paint, String, Gut, Cloth tape, Adhesive tapetennis -
Tennis AustraliaBat, Circa 1850
... Tennis A solid wooden bat, with an elongated shaft, with the handle end slightly warped. ...A solid wooden bat, with an elongated shaft, with the handle end slightly warped. Materials: Woodtennis
