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Vision Australia
Slide - Image, Talma, Blind cricket at RVIB, circa 1900
... Blind cricket at RVIB...A group of males play a game of blind cricket, possibly... Image Slide Blind cricket at RVIB Lantern slide of males playing ...A group of males play a game of blind cricket, possibly on the front lawn of the RVIB buildings in St Kilda Road. Three fieldsmen stand close, as a bowler prepares to underarm throw towards a man holding a bat. Behind a small box, acting as a wicket, another male partially crouches with his arms outstretched to clasp the incoming ball. As the bowler's arm is just out of shot, it is unknown if he holds a cane wicket ball (with bells inside) or another small object which makes a sound.Lantern slide of males playing cricketroyal victorian institute for the blind, recreation -
Vision Australia
Photograph - Image, W.H. Paterson - Blind Cricketers of Australia, 1957
... Victorian Blind Cricket Association...When the Victorian Blind Cricket Association approached Mr... for blind cricket in Australia Erected by the Blind Cricketers... erected The first for blind cricket in Australia Erected ...When the Victorian Blind Cricket Association approached Mr Paterson for assistance in gaining access to a permanent cricket pitch upon which games could be played, it set in chain a series of events that remain in place today. Mr Paterson had been heavily involved in the formation of the Association for the Blind and saw this as a problem to be solved. Raising money through public donation and door knocking, Mr Paterson arranged the purchase of land on the banks of Gardiner's Creek, and adjacent to the tram and train lines. The land was raised, to avoid flooding, and a surface prepared. The sportsground was adjacent to the AAB, however due to the interest of Malvern Council in the land and knowing that the AAB at that time was in financial difficulties, a Trust was set up to handle the management with Mr Paterson, Mr Gould the Malvern Council Town Clerk and George Maxwell as trustees. A clubhouse was also needed to allow players to take shelter during matches and once again, Mr Paterson came to the rescue. Using their personal funds, Mr and Mrs Paterson loaned the Trust the monies required for the building. This plaque recognises the dedication and support that Mr Paterson gave to help establish the first blind cricket playing ground in Australia.Digital image of metal plaqueErected to the Memory of W.H. Paterson, M.B.E. Obit. Feb. 19 1957 By his personal efforts and sacrifice these playing fields were obtained and this clubhouse erected The first for blind cricket in Australia Erected by the Blind Cricketers of Victoria October 22nd 1957william paterson, victorian blind cricket association -
Vision Australia
Pamphlet - Text, The Kooyong story: Fifty years of service to the blind, Golden jubilee 1928-1978, 1978
... Victorian Blind Cricket Association...Brief overview of the establishment of a blind cricket... overview of the establishment of a blind cricket ground at Kooyong ...Brief overview of the establishment of a blind cricket ground at Kooyong and growth of services for blind and vision impaired by the Association for the Blind.16 pages of text and illustrationsassociation for the blind, victorian blind cricket association -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper Clipping, Ned’s big bash trip, 18/01/2017
... blind cricket... in the Blind Cricket Twenty20 World Cup in India later this month...). ned brewer maiga cricket twenty20 world cup blind cricket ...Watsonia man Ned Brewer Maiga will represent Australia in the Blind Cricket Twenty20 World Cup in India later this month (January 2017).News article 1 page, black text, colour image.ned brewer maiga, cricket twenty20 world cup, blind cricket, cricketers -
Vision Australia
Equipment - Object, Cricket ball, black nylon, 2003
... Victorian Blind Cricket Association...The black nylon blind cricket ball was in use since 1974... ball with metal bells The black nylon blind cricket ball ...The black nylon blind cricket ball was in use since 1974 until the end of the 2002/2003 season. It was hand woven around a wire frame, with lead for weight and bottle tops for sound placed inside.1 black nylon cricket ball with metal bellsrecreation, victorian blind cricket association -
Vision Australia
Award - Object, C. Bradley 1000th wicket V.B.C.A. award
... Victorian Blind Cricket Association... of his 1000th wicket, by the Victorian Blind Cricket Association..., by the Victorian Blind Cricket Association. It consists of a round cricket ...This award was given to Charlie Bradley upon the occassion of his 1000th wicket, by the Victorian Blind Cricket Association. It consists of a round cricket ball sized wire frame with black nylon tubing wrapped around it, and bottle tops to create sound.1 black nylon cricket ball with metal bellsrecreation, victorian blind cricket association, charlie bradley -
Vision Australia
Photograph - Image, Alfred E Clarke plaque
... Victorian Blind Cricket Association.... A passionate supporter of Blind Cricket for 20 years, he was taken ill... with the Blind Cricket Association, spending most weekends umpiring ...Plaque commemorating the support of Alfred E. Clarke. A passionate supporter of Blind Cricket for 20 years, he was taken ill whilst umpiring a match and passed away at his Middle Park home on November 28th, 1950. Mr Clarke was one of South Melbourne's best cricketers in his youth, and after retirement continued his involvement in the sport he loved through committee and various management roles. He continued to watch matches with his friend Sam Morris - a fellow South Melbourne player who have gone blind - and became involved with the Blind Cricket Association, spending most weekends umpiring matches. Source: Record (Emerald Hill), Sat 2 Dec 1950, p4 "The Final Call" http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article164499137Metal plaque attached to woodIn Memory Of Alfred E. Clarke Obit. November 28th 1950 A True Friend of the Blindassociation for the advancement of the blind, nameplates, victorian blind cricket association -
Vision Australia
Award - Object, Wicker cricket ball, 1928
... . Blind cricket was invented in Melbourne in 1922 when two blind... for his/ interest in Blind cricket/ being the first ball bowled.... Blind cricket was invented in Melbourne in 1922 when two blind ...This cricket ball is made of cane wicker and was used in cricket games with visually impaired players by people who lived or were educated at the Royal Victorian Institute for the Blind from the 1920's through till 1972. It is a circular shape made of plaited strips of woven natural cane and is lighter than a conventional cricket ball. The hollow center of the ball contains pieces of twisted metal pieces which rattle as the ball is moved to aid players in tracking the ball's movement. The stumps also had bells attached so fielders knew when the batsman was out. Blind cricket was invented in Melbourne in 1922 when two blind factory workers started playing a game using a tin can containing rocks. The game soon gained popularity and the Victorian Blind Cricketers' Association was formed. Mr William Paterson, a volunteer worker and advocate for blind people for over 60 years, was instrumental in acquiring and developing the sports ground and clubhouse in Glenferrie Road Kooyong, Victoria on behalf of the Association for the Advancement of the Blind (now called Vision Australia). In 1928 play began on the world's first sports ground for blind cricketers, in the first official blind cricket match. Blind cricket is now played internationally. This particular cricket ball was awarded to William Paterson Esq in 1928 in recognition of his support in establishing the world's first blind cricket ground in Kooyong. On the front of this ball is attached a small metal crest with an inscription: 'Presented to W.H. Paterson, Esq as a token of esteem for his interest in Blind cricket being the first ball bowled on the cricket ground for Blind Kooyong 7. 4.28'.1 wicker cricket ball with metal shield attached and metal bells in the hollow centre'Presented to W.H. Paterson, Esq / as a token of esteem for his/ interest in Blind cricket/ being the first ball bowled /on the cricket /ground for Blind /Kooyong / 7. 4.28'. recreation equipment, awards -
Vision Australia
Sign - Object, Caroline Smith, World's First Sports Ground for Blind Cricketers, 11/6/2020
... Victorian Blind Cricket Association... Blind Cricket Association and interstate teams. Mr William... at a competition between the Victorian Blind Cricket Association ...The Federation Markers project, jointly funded by the Commonwealth Government and Stonnington Council, was intended to commemorate the centenary of Federation by means of a series of plaques to be erected around the municipality. Following public consultation, 50 historically significant themes were identified On the 7th April 1928 this playing field was inaugurated as the world's first permanent sports ground for blind cricketers when the first ball was bowled at a competition between the Victorian Blind Cricket Association and interstate teams. Mr William Paterson, a volunteer worker and advocate for blind people for over 60 years, was instrumental in acquiring and developing this sports ground and clubhouse on behalf of the Association for the Advancement of the Blind (now called Vision Australia Foundation). - text copied and edited from Stonnington History Centre record, accessed 26/5/2022.1 plastic sign with images and wordingvictorian blind cricket association, association for the blind, william paterson -
Vision Australia
Audio - Sound recording, Paterson Hall Story: an oral history told by the people who were there, 2002
... Victorian Blind Cricket Association... for the Advancement of the Blind Victorian Blind Cricket Association Narrated ...Paterson Hall Story is told through the reminiscences of 23 people who played an active part in the life of a popular recreational and entertainment hub from 1929 to 1999. They relate how a simple concrete structure in Glenferrie Road, Kooyong became a 'home away from home' for people who were blind or vision impaired, their families and friends. The hall was originally built as a clubhouse for blind cricketers in 1927, but by 1929 it had been extended to include a social hall and other facilities including a verandah where spectators could watch the cricket. Over the years the hall was used for activities as diverse as square dancing, singing, craft classes, ball games, art and craft shows, drama groups and annual meetings.60 MP3 sound files of oral history interviews and book excerptsNarrated by Maurice Lockie, Bill Charles and Norah Tooheypaterson hall, association for the advancement of the blind, victorian blind cricket association -
Vision Australia
Photograph - Image, Foto Group, 2008 Maurice Gleeson, 13/2/2008
... Maurice Gleeson holds an audible ball used in blind cricket...Maurice Gleeson holds an audible ball used in blind cricket ...Maurice Gleeson holds an audible ball used in blind cricket, whilst standing at Kooyong and near a cricket pitch.7 digital images of Maurice Gleeson at Kooyongvision australia, blind sports victoria, maurice gleeson -
Vision Australia
Photograph (item) - Image, Jason Morgan, Blind Cricketers pavilion, oval and rear view of Glenferrie Road building, 18/10/2023
... of the Kooyong building, facing the blind cricket ground. The Charlie...Image Photograph Blind Cricketers pavilion, oval and rear ...Photograph taken by a staff member of the rear view of the Kooyong building, facing the blind cricket ground. The Charlie Bradley Cricket Pavilion is to the left.vision australia, buildings -
Vision Australia
Photograph - Image, Charles Nettleton, Kooyong clubhouse, circa 1875
... of the Council, Blind Cricket clubs and the AFB.... level, it provided blind cricket players with shelter ...Black and white photograph of the Kooyong clubhouse, which was offically opened in 1929. Set above ground level, it provided blind cricket players with shelter and storage underneath, as well as a venue for dances and other social activities organised by groups and the AFB. The responsibility for the clubhouse was set out as a deed of agreement between three people (the Malvern Town Clerk, Mr Paterson and Mr Maxwell) and run independently of the Council, Blind Cricket clubs and the AFB.1 black and white image of the clubhouse at Kooyong buildings, association for the blind -
Vision Australia
Photograph (item) - Image, Jason Morgan, Happy work day, 23/2/2021
... of the Kooyong building, facing the blind cricket ground... the blind cricket ground. There is a rainbow above the building ...Photograph taken by a staff member of the rear view of the Kooyong building, facing the blind cricket ground. There is a rainbow above the building, visible against the stormy clouds.vision australia, buildings -
Vision Australia
Photograph - Image, Foto Group, 2008 Tandem Cycling event, 13/2/2008
... at Kooyong. Riding around the blind cricket oval, then along... at Kooyong. Riding around the blind cricket oval, then along ...On February 13, 2008 a tandem cycling event was held at Kooyong. Riding around the blind cricket oval, then along the Gardiner's Creek bike track beside the freeway.19 digital images of tandem cycling event at Kooyongvision australia, recreation, owen d'costa, kate gniel -
Vision Australia
Photograph (item) - Image, Jason Morgan, Kooyong balloon photos, 18/10/2022
... of the Kooyong building, facing the blind cricket ground, of hot air... member of the rear view of the Kooyong building, facing the blind ...Photograph taken by a staff member of the rear view of the Kooyong building, facing the blind cricket ground, of hot air balloon descending one morning to the sports grounds behind. vision australia, buildings -
Vision Australia
Photograph - Image, Foto Group, 2009 Penny Stevenson, 11/8/2009
... and the blind cricket club house.... and the blind cricket club house. Vision Australia Staff Penny Stevenson ...Penny Stevenson uses her white cane and dog guide to walk down from Talbot Road and around the grass between the path and the blind cricket club house.11 digital images of staff member Penny Stevensonvision australia, staff, penny stevenson -
Vision Australia
Audio (item) - Sound recording, Royal Victorian Institute for the Blind, Around the Institute: January 28, 2003
... . January 28: Blind Cricket – David Goodman, NILS – Jennie D’Ambra...., undertaken by host Corey Nassau. January 28: Blind Cricket – David ...Around the Institute was a weekly program consisting of interviews around a specific topic, undertaken by host Corey Nassau. January 28: Blind Cricket – David Goodman, NILS – Jennie D’Ambra.royal victorian institute for the blind, radio shows -
Vision Australia
Photograph - Image, Association for the Blind offices in Kooyong aerial view
... not expanded and the Blind Cricket pavilion is not yet built. ..., the Glenferrie Road building has not expanded and the Blind Cricket ...Aerial view of Kooyong. The Kooyong Tennis Centre, Glenferrie Road, train station, Talbot Crescent, Monash Freeway and parklands are clearly visible. Few trees are lining the roadway around the sporting fields, the Glenferrie Road building has not expanded and the Blind Cricket pavilion is not yet built. Aerial photograph in white frameassociation for the blind, kooyong tennis centre -
Vision Australia
Photograph - Image, Association for the Blind offices in Kooyong aerial view
... not expanded and the Blind Cricket pavilion is not yet built. ..., the Glenferrie Road building has not expanded and the Blind Cricket ...Aerial view of Kooyong. The Kooyong Tennis Centre, Glenferrie Road, train station, Talbot Crescent, Monash Freeway and parklands are clearly visible. Few trees are lining the roadway around the sporting fields, the Glenferrie Road building has not expanded and the Blind Cricket pavilion is not yet built. Aerial photograph in brown frame.association for the blind, kooyong tennis centre -
Vision Australia
Audio (item) - Sound recording, Royal Victorian Institute for the Blind, Around the Institute: September 18, 2001
... – Len Carmalotti, Blind cricket – Tim Mitchell.... Cunningham, ATI Consumer Committee – Len Carmalotti, Blind cricket ...Around the Institute was a weekly program designed to keep clients and staff informed of events, activities and thoughts relating to low vision and blindness. It consisted of interviews undertaken by Jo Matthews, with sound engineer Ed Gamble, designed to inform, educate and explore on a variety of topics. September 18: Visiting teacher role – Sherry Cunningham, ATI Consumer Committee – Len Carmalotti, Blind cricket – Tim Mitchell.royal victorian institute for the blind, radio shows -
Vision Australia
Audio (item) - Sound recording, Royal Victorian Institute for the Blind, Around the Institute: September 5, 2000
... : Blind cricket – Chris Headland, Did You Know – Alan Bates... on a variety of topics. September 5: Blind cricket – Chris Headland ...Around the Institute was a weekly program designed to keep clients and staff informed of events, activities and thoughts relating to low vision and blindness. It consisted of interviews undertaken by Jo Matthews, with sound engineer Ed Gamble, designed to inform, educate and explore on a variety of topics. September 5: Blind cricket – Chris Headland, Did You Know – Alan Bates, Starting a diabetic retinopathy support group – Andrew van Brass, VisEquip – Christine Simpson.royal victorian institute for the blind, radio shows -
Vision Australia
Text, Deed of Agreement for the Kooyong Clubhouse for the Blind, 1926, July 19, 1926
... of the Kooyong Clubhouse for the Blind and Cricket Oval. The agreement... and usage of the Kooyong Clubhouse for the Blind and Cricket Oval ...This agreement between the Association for Advancement the Blind and Trustees (namely William Henry Paterson, George Arnot Maxwell and Bertram Grosbie Goold) lays out the terms and conditions surrounding the Association's access and usage of the Kooyong Clubhouse for the Blind and Cricket Oval. The agreement is Dated 19th July, 1926, and is signed by the three Trustees. 2 pagesassociation for the advancement of the blind, william paterson, george maxwell -
Vision Australia
Plaque - Object, John Wilson award - Maxwell, 1980
... who have contributed over 40 years of service to blind sports... years of service to blind sports (cricket, bowls, swish ...From 1979, the John Wilson Award was awarded to individuals who made a significant difference to the lives of those around them. In 2000 it was presented to Neil and Elizabeth Maxwell who have contributed over 40 years of service to blind sports (cricket, bowls, swish), governance (with various auxiliary and council positions), fundraising and public awareness.1 wooden block with two metal insertsVision Australia Foundation John Wilson Award for sustained devotion and personal contribution to people who are blind or vision impaired Neil and Elizabeth Maxwell 6 October 2000association for the blind, neil maxwell, elizabeth maxwell -
Vision Australia
Text, Deed of Agreement for the Kooyong Clubhouse for the Blind, 1933, August 21, 1933
... of the Kooyong Clubhouse for the Blind and Cricket Oval. The agreement... and usage of the Kooyong Clubhouse for the Blind and Cricket Oval ...This agreement between the Association for Advancement the Blind and Trustees (namely William Henry Paterson, George Arnot Maxwell and Bertram Grosbie Goold) lays out the terms and conditions surrounding the Association's access and usage of the Kooyong Clubhouse for the Blind and Cricket Oval. The agreement is Dated 21st August 1933, and is signed by the three Trustees, as well as members of the Association, namely Matilda Ann Aston and William Charles Willmott. There are 2 copies of the agreement, one containing hand-written annotations in pencil, which are largely illegible.2 pagesassociation for the advancement of the blind, william paterson, george maxwell, tilly aston -
Expression Australia
Newsletter, The Gesture - The Voice of the Deaf and Dumb of Australasia October November December 1903
"The Gesture" was an independent organ of the Deaf and Dumb having no direct connection with any single organisation. Its aim was to help all agencies established to promote the advancement of the Deaf and Dumb. The aim was to be the "Voice" of the Deaf and Dumb of Australasia". To educate the public as to the real condition and needs of the afflicted brothers and sisters, to bring prominently before the hearing and speaking community the peculiar difficulties and obstacles that Deaf Mutes have to encounter in the battle of life. The magazine was named "The Gesture" with the single object of impressing upon the minds of the hearing friends the uncontrovertable fact that whatever the system of instruction the Deaf Mute invariably resorts to the manual alphabet and the language of gesture as the only expedient means of communication with those similarly afflicted.The "Gesture" is significant as the first national newsletter of the Australasian Deaf.No. 3; Pink Cover; Size 28Hx22W; 16 pageshelen keller, ernest abraham, m. miller, j. charles, r. k. beattie, j. anderson, g. stubbs, j. mclean, j. e. muir, w. p. muir, w. a. patterson, r. h. luff, j. dempsey, e. r. w. smith, e. burke, f. e. frewin, l. downes, g. mortimer, a. c. muir, mrs frank frewin, mr and mrs i. a. tenney, melbourne deaf mute cricket club, deaf young men's mutual improvement society, m.miller, young women's society, mrs j. e. muir, miss a. foster, mrs luke, mrs a. wilson, mrs j. martin, captain olden, rev h. kelly, mr hood, mr williamson, john e. muir, w. p. monahan, thomas h. monahan, mrs leslie downes, new south wales institution for the deaf and dumb and blind, g. a. f. lentz, thomas pattison, australian deaf and dumb congress, matthew l. miller, blind deaf and dumb institution in queensland, tasmanian school for the blind, deaf and dumb, western australian school for the deaf and dumb, south australian institution for the blind, deaf and dumb, j. a. gibson, c. hawkins, mr showell -
Kew Historical Society Inc
Journal, Kewriosity : November 1992
... award; Victorian Blind Cricket Association] p6. Snakes in Kew ...Kew enters bicycle friendly awards / p1. Carols by Candlelight / p1. Kew Business Co-ordinator / p1. Chief Executive's Column [New State Government Deficit Levy; Changes to Kew's Corporate Structure] / Malcolm Hutchinson pp2&3. Mayor's Comment / Cr Roger Streeton p.3. Diary Dates [November - December 1992] / p4. New Chapel for Trinity Grammar / p5. HIB Vaccination now available / p5. In Brief [Tennis anyone; 1993 Kinder enrolments; Kew Council School Holiday Program; Kew Band wins State award; Victorian Blind Cricket Association] p6. Snakes in Kew / p7. [4th] Kew Scouts looking good / p7. Rubella warning / p8. Town Crier wanted / p8. Area 6 Traffic Management Committee [area bounded by Cotham Rd, High St, Harp Rd, Burke rd] / p8.Kewriosity was a local newsletter combining Kew Council and community news. It was published between November 1983 and June 1994, replacing an earlier Kewriosity [broad] Sheet (1979-84). In producing Kewriosity, Council aimed to provide a range of interesting and informative articles covering its deliberations and decision making, together with items of general interest and importance to the Kew community and information not generally available through daily media outlets.non-fictionKew enters bicycle friendly awards / p1. Carols by Candlelight / p1. Kew Business Co-ordinator / p1. Chief Executive's Column [New State Government Deficit Levy; Changes to Kew's Corporate Structure] / Malcolm Hutchinson pp2&3. Mayor's Comment / Cr Roger Streeton p.3. Diary Dates [November - December 1992] / p4. New Chapel for Trinity Grammar / p5. HIB Vaccination now available / p5. In Brief [Tennis anyone; 1993 Kinder enrolments; Kew Council School Holiday Program; Kew Band wins State award; Victorian Blind Cricket Association] p6. Snakes in Kew / p7. [4th] Kew Scouts looking good / p7. Rubella warning / p8. Town Crier wanted / p8. Area 6 Traffic Management Committee [area bounded by Cotham Rd, High St, Harp Rd, Burke rd] / p8.publications -- city of kew (vic.), kewriosity, council newsletters, community newsletters -
Vision Australia
Painting - Artwork, Portrait of Diana Jones, 1992
Framed portrait of Diana J. Jones who the first female president of the Association for the Blind since Tilly Aston. It is part of a series of paintings commissioned by the AFB Board to commemorate the work of past presidents of the organisation. Mrs Jones sits facing the painter with both hands clasped in her lap. She is wearing a black double breasted blazer, white shirt, blue beaded necklace and earrings and a gold bracelet . A white kerchief sits in her breast pocket. Diana Jones served for 8 years on the General Committee before being elected President. During this time she was deputy chairman of the Reach Out Appeal to raise funds for the building program and President of the Honorary Services Group which co-ordinated volunteers and gave them a spokesperson on the General Committee. In her 8 years as President a great deal was accomplished. New centres were opened or extended throughout Victoria and the Metropolitan area, volunteer services expanded and the Vision Resource Centre at Kooyong was built into which 3RPH radio was relocated. A Vision Information hotline, audiology services and the National Centre for Ageing and Sensory Loss were established, the Braille and Talking Book libraries was incorporated into the Association and the Charlie Bradley Cricket Pavilion opened at Kooyong. In 1990 Diana Jones became a member of the first Board of Directors of the newly incorporated Association for the Blind Ltd which ushered in a new era, requiring strict observance of financial and accounting methods in order to ensure continued Government funding. Mrs Jones was highly regarded by clients, volunteers and staff as a capable hard-working leader. Her services to the Association and over many years to the wider community, were recognised in her appointment as a Member of the Order of Australia in the 1993 Queen's Birthday Honours. She passed away in July 2009.1 art original in gold frame The plaque at the base of the painting reads 'Dame Diana J. Jones, AM DSJ / President 1984- 1992 / Association for the Blind'. association for the blind, diana jones -
Vision Australia
Text, Association for the Advancement of the Blind quarterly meeting minutes from 18/9/1933 to 17/8/1936, 1933-1936
Minutes of the quarterly meetings of the AAB Committee held at the Kooyong Club House. Minutes contain matters discussed from correspondence and via individual committee members. These include election returns (p.67), additional area at the Kooyong cricket ground so that two matches could be played at once (p.71), and the death of Mr Fred Tilley and injuries to Mrs Driscoll and Miss Stephens due to an accident at Kooyong outside the club house (p.83). 1 paper registerassociation for the advancement of the blind -
Vision Australia
Audio (item) - Sound recording, Royal Victorian Institute for the Blind, Around the Institute: August 12, 2003
Around the Institute was a weekly program consisting of interviews around a specific topic, undertaken by host Corey Nassau. August 12: Journey through vision loss – Ken Baker, Local government, cricket and RVIB – Ian McDonald. royal victorian institute for the blind, radio shows