In 1964, the Carry on Club purchased a family group home. Tracy Dutton House at 10 Harrison Street. Mitcham, and provided short term care to children (both boys and girls) of ex-service men & women, aged 4 to 13 yearsIn 1964, the Carry on Club purchased a family group home. carry on club victoria, tracy dutton house, harrison street, mitcham no. 10

The special theme of the Australian Partners and Families of Veterans National Quilt Project, this worthiest of enterprises, is Unity - Love - Peace.veterans - australia - family relationships, war widows - australia, veterans - care - australia, children of military personnel - australia

A Child Care Centre for 96 children is seeking approval to be built in Mitcham Road with only 19 carparks and is being opposed by neighbours.A Child Care Centre for 96 children is seeking approval to be built in Mitcham Roadchildcare centres, mitcham road, mitcham, city of whitehorse

The care of children was a major part of Legacy work in the 1950s, many of whom would have lost their fathers in WWII. The minutes document the fostering of children by individual legatees, and their living conditions at Holmbush. It is clear that the children made do with whatever clothes could be afforded, and they were strongly encouraged to to study. Discipline was commensurate with what was acceptable at the time, and the children were expected to do their share of chores around the home.Complete set of minutes for the year 1955 with details of the children in care at Holmbush, their environment and activities.Foolscap typed sheets, black type on faded white paper 00279.1 26.1.1955 00279.2 7.2.1955 00279.3 8.3.1955 00279.4 20.4.1955 00279.5 26.5.1955 00279.6 27.6.1955 00279.7 26.7.1955 00279.8 13.8.1955 00279.9 7.9.1955 00279.10 10.10.1955 00279.11 10.11.1955 residences, holmbush initial negotiations, committee, holmbush

A photo of a gathering at Harelands on 13 October 1963. It was the handover of the Recreation Hall at Harelands from the Eastern Suburbs branch of VAJEX. Mr Maurice Ashkanasy, President of the Executive Council of Australian Jewry is addressing the gathering. Harelands (purchased 1950) was a residence run by Legacy to take care of children whose fathers were deceased servicemen, and who may have been left orphans, or whose mother may have been unable to care for them herself. The children were cared for until they were old enough to become independent. Was in a folder marked 'Residences'.A record of Legacy acquiring residences to provide a home for children that needed care.Black and white photo of a group at the handover of a recreation hall built at Harelands for Legacy.Handwritten on the reverse 'Sunday 13/10/63. On occasion of handing over by the Eastern Suburbs branch of VAJEX, of the recreation Hall at "Harelands" Legacy Residence, Kew to Melbourne Legacy. Mr Maurice Ashkanasy, President of the Executive Council of Australian Jewry is addressing the gathering.' in blue pen and 'Harelands 1963' in pencil. Stamped 'The property of Melbourne Legacy; in purple ink.residences, harelands

A photo of Harelands in the 1960s. Harelands was a residence run by Melbourne Legacy to take care of children whose fathers were deceased servicemen, and who may have been left orphans, or whose mother may have been unable to care for them herself, or they needed to stay in Melbourne for education. Harelands generally looked after children up to the age of 14. Harelands was built in the Queen Anne style and is now heritage listed.A record of the residence called Harelands.Black and white photo of three girls in a Harelands bedroom.Handwritten note with the photo gives the children's names, Lee Overs, Barbara Lewis and Janne Hanley.harelands, residences

From 1979, the John Wilson Award was awarded to individuals who made a significant difference to the lives of those around them. In 1980, it was presented to Sister Elizabeth Lindsay, who cared for children in the RVIB from 1935 until 1945 as the first Matron of the RVIB nursery, and her guardianship of one particular child, whom she took in and cared for. This award was displayed at the old Kooyong Day Centre until it's demolition in 1999.1 wooden block with two metal insertsAssociation for the Blind The Guiding Light John Wilson Award for sustained devotion and personal contribution to the blind Presented to Elizabeth Inez Lindsey 10th October 1980association for the blind, elizabeth lindsey, awards

Historical document reflecting public health practices and advice for prenatal care, infant welfare and the care of preschool children in Vctoria in the mid 20th centuaryOf significance to the AHNL as many nurses completed infant welfare training after general and miwdifery certificationIllustrated stapled booklet with pale blue cover and black print. Front cover has a decorative margin at left. Title and publishers details are also printed here at top right 'THIS BOOK IS VALUABLE KEEP IT' is printedAt top right of front cover the name W Wortley is handwritten [black ink] Also on front cover is a printed black and white donation sticker: black Maltese cross in circle, "This book was donated to Alfred Archival Association Nursing Division by' Win Wortley [handwritten in black ink] along with the previous catalogue number. There is also a printed sticker with the previous catalogue number, and another with 'The Department of Health'. On the back cover ther is a name and adress [pencil]prenatal care, infant welfare, care of the preschool child, public health -victoria-history

The article is about the Kalparrin Early Childhood Intervention program which provides therapy sessions, support and carer information for children and families in Nillumbik, Whittlesea and Banyule.Kalparrin is a major provider of care for disabled children in the local district.A 2 page newspaper clipping with 3 coloured photographs showing a mother swimming with her child. Nilkalparrin, disabled childrens care, hydrotherapy

A brochure explaining the services provided by the Legacy Employment Service. Also a brochure describing that funds were urgently required to carry on the work of caring for children of Deceased Soldiers. It mentions the number of children on the Clubs record was 2,343 in 1937 (976 girls and 1367 boys). It has a tear off panel that could be returned to Legacy Employment Service with a donation The documents were stored with items from the History archive project that was trying to capture the history of Legacy. These items are usually marked with 'H' and a number.This is one of the first documents that promotes Legacy and summarises its objective and services. Cream brochure describing the services of the Legacy Employment Service and promotional brochure with donation slip.legacy promotion, history

A photo of children at Harelands in the 1960s in the dining room doing their homework, helped by Legatees. Harelands was a residence run by Melbourne Legacy to take care of children whose fathers were deceased servicemen, and who may have been left orphans, or whose mother may have been unable to care for them herself, or they needed to stay in Melbourne for education. Harelands generally looked after children up to the age of 14. Harelands was built in the Queen Anne style and is now heritage listed.A record of the residence called Harelands.Black and white photo of children and two legatees in the Harelands dining room.Handwritten caption: 'Homework in the dining room after dinner. One of the men is Legatee Mellor. The boy in the front table is Harold King.'harelands, residences

Blue soft covered magazine of the Ballarat Teachers' College. Contents include: * Foreward by Principal Frank Lord "Ich Dien" * Highlights of the College Year * Review of Teacher-Training System Photographic reproductions include: * 1948 staff and students * Magazine Committee * Group Leaders and Student Council * Sports Committee * Social Committee * Exiesnon-fictionm. smale, j. cleland, j. groves, r. lockhart, a. mclachlan, j. coad, c. mansfield, b. thomas, h. frank, r. osborne, m. eichler, n. raggart, r. boatman, g. groutasch, j. forrest, g. golder, m. raisbeck, l. guest, l. morrison, j. pell, d. hunt, p. fuller, m. schier, m. klein, g. denning, w. e. denning, al witney, joyce kennedy, keith mclean, trudy kentish, jack mallett, bill henderson, beth leslie, john o'shannessy, gwen clucas, monica miller, p. hamano, aurita rowland, w.f. lord, c.p. rodoni, helen veitch, galipolli address, tom turner, patrick rodoni, ala sonsee, cornelius barbetti, margaret bradshaw, margaret burke, joan coad, irene ellwood, margaret hanrahan, denis bryans, hans fumberger, frank lord, tom

During 1948 Principal Frank Lord, a Gallipoli veteran, gave an inspiring address reminding students of the great sacrifice made by the Anzacs at Gallipoli. "These men set a high standard which has been followed by men of the second World War. We as teachers can help set standards amongst the children we are privileged to teach, and this we have an important task to do. We also must pay particular care to children of the men who fought and died in the two Great Wars through which our country has passed."Blue soft covered magazine of the Ballarat Teachers' College. Contents include: * Foreword by Principal Frank Lord "A teacher affects eternity, he can never tell where his influence stops" Photographic reproductions include: * 1949 staff and students * Hostels * Clubs * Sports * Lapses into Literature Images include: * S.R.C. and Group Leaders * Social Committee * Sports Committee * Magazine Committee * Hockey * Basketball * Football Inside front cover "Monica Miller"ballarat teachers' college, frank lord, david j. collins, john h. gervasoni, maureen godfrey, margaret collins, peter fryar, wal wall, j.w. blackie, monical miller, e.n. tippett, g.j. white, d.h. evans, p.j. hudson, m.l. collins, m. godfrey, gallipoli, physical education, i. ellwood, m. smale, j. cleland, j. groves, r. lockhart, a. mclachlan, turner, j. coad, lord, c. mansfield, john hogan gervasoni

A photo of President Foskett visiting Harelands house for dinner with Junior Legatees. This photo was used in a newsletter, the Bulletin, in 1972 which includes the caption 'The President of Melbourne Legacy, Legatee Ron. Foskett, joins some of the Junior Legatees at the "Harelands" Legacy Residence at Kew for dinner. Harelands was a residence run by Melbourne Legacy to take care of children whose fathers were deceased servicemen, and who may have been left orphans, or whose mother may have been unable to care for them herself, or they needed to stay in Melbourne for further education. The children were cared for until they were old enough to become independent. A record of a Legacy President visiting the Legacy home and spending time with the Junior Legatees.Black and white photo of President Foskett dining with some of the children at Harelands.Handwritten on reverse 'N4176A' and stamped in purple ink 'Property of Melbourne Legacy 1972' and details of photographer Stuart Penberthy Pty Ltd.residences, past presidents, harelands, junior legatee

Two advertisements that invites applications from persons over 45 to run a hostel for Legacy. Applicants must be keenly interested in welfare of young people and were preferably an ex-serviceman and his wife. Legacy was in the process of setting up Holmbush as a hostel to care for the children of deceased servicemen and these are an indication of the type of skills and attributes they required. Holmbush was the first hostel for children that Legacy started and operated from April 1943. It was later renamed Blamey House after another hostel called Blamey House was closed. Melbourne Legacy ran three residences: Blamey House (purchased 1947) , Stanhope (purchased 1945) and Harelands (purchased 1950), to take care of children whose fathers were servicemen, and who may have been left orphans, or whose mother may have been unable to care for them herself. Harelands accommodated boys and girls under the age of 14, Blamey House looked after boys over 14, and Stanhope looked after girls over 14. The children were cared for until they were old enough to become independent.Shows the duties and preferred attributes required to run Holmbush as a residence for children.Newspaper cuttings of advertisement for the manager position at Holmbush, black type, handwritten dates.00349.1 Argus 6.2.43 00349.2 AGE 6.2.43residences, holmbush, staff

Slide photograph of children at Harelands being helped with their homework by a legatee. Harelands was a residence run by Melbourne Legacy to take care of children whose fathers were deceased servicemen, and who may have been left orphans, or whose mother may have been unable to care for them herself, or they needed to stay in Melbourne for education. Harelands generally looked after children up to the age of 14. Harelands was built in the Queen Anne style and is now heritage listed. The slides have been photographed to make digital images and moved to archive quality sleeves. In many cases the original images were not well focussed and the digital image is the best available.A record of children being cared for at Harelands.Colour slide of the children in Harelands doing homework, in a brown cardboard mount.residences, harelands, study

Slide photograph of the Harelands dining room from the 1950s or 1960s. Harelands was a residence run by Melbourne Legacy to take care of children whose fathers were deceased servicemen, and who may have been left orphans, or whose mother may have been unable to care for them herself, or they needed to stay in Melbourne for education. Harelands generally looked after children up to the age of 14. Harelands was built in the Queen Anne style and is now heritage listed. The slides have been photographed to make digital images and moved to archive quality sleeves. In many cases the original images were not well focussed and the digital image is the best available.A record of the residence called Harelands.Colour slide of the dining room in Harelands, in a grey Hanimount cardboard mount.residences, harelands, dining room

Black and white photo of the residents at Holmbush. It was one of the residences that was run by Melbourne Legacy for junior legatees. The residences were run by Melbourne Legacy to take care of children whose fathers had been servicemen, and who may have been left orphans, or whose mother may have been unable to care for them herself. The year is not known but it is approximately 1947, and was in an album which was a collection of photos taken in the 1940s and 1950s. The label with the photo says it was taken by Legatee Harry Rigby. Holmbush at 1267 Burke road, was one of the properties that Legacy used for Junior Legatees. It was purchased 1942. In 1957 Holmbush was renamed Blamey House until it was sold in 1977.It shows that Melbourne Legacy established residences to aid children of deceased servicemen complete their education, take further education and find employment.Black and white photo in an album of the junior legatees at Holmbush.The label is handwritten in blue pen and says "I was at Holmbush when this photo was taken by the late Legatee Harry Rigby c.1947. If interested in learning all the names in the group contact Arthur Woodley, 34 Park Road, Crib Point (059)839495".junior legatees, residences, holmbush

A colour slide of children at Harelands in the 1960s in the dining room doing their homework, helped by Legatees. It is similar to a black and white photo at 02542. Harelands was a residence run by Melbourne Legacy to take care of children whose fathers were deceased servicemen, and who may have been left orphans, or whose mother may have been unable to care for them herself, or they needed to stay in Melbourne for education. Was with many other slides taken in the 1950s and 1960s. The slides have been photographed to make digital images and moved to archive quality sleeves. In many cases the original images were not well focussed and the digital image the best available.A record of legatees helping children at Harelands.Colour slide of children doing homework in a dining room in Kodachrome off-white cardboard mount with yellow and red print.Printed on front 'Made in Australia' and '10' in red ink. Faint print mark with slide date 'Se???M' Printed on reverse "Kodachrome Transparency / Processed by Kodak" in red ink.residences, harelands

A colour slide of the front of Blamey House, Burke Road Kew, from the driveway in 1970. There 10 slides from the same roll of film, some are marked 'Blamey 1970'. Legacy ran residences to take care of children whose fathers were deceased servicemen, and who may have been left orphans, or whose mother may have been unable to care for them herself, or they needed to stay in Melbourne for education. Was with many other slides taken in the 1950s and 1960s. The slides have been photographed to make digital images and moved to archive quality sleeves. In many cases the original images were not well focussed and the digital image the best available.A record of a Legacy residence supporting children of deceased servicemen.Colour slide of Blamey House and a grey car viewed from the driveway in Kodachrome off-white cardboard mount with yellow and red print.Printed on front 'Made in Australia' in yellow ink. Printed with slide date 'Feb70M3' and slide number '7' in black ink. Handwritten '4' and 'Blamey 1970' in blue ink. Printed on reverse "Kodachrome Transparency / Processed by Kodak" in red ink.residences, blamey house

A colour slide of the front of Blamey House, Burke Road Kew, from the driveway in 1970. There 10 slides from the same roll of film, some are marked 'Blamey 1970'. Legacy ran residences to take care of children whose fathers were deceased servicemen, and who may have been left orphans, or whose mother may have been unable to care for them herself, or they needed to stay in Melbourne for education. Was with many other slides taken in the 1950s and 1960s. The slides have been photographed to make digital images and moved to archive quality sleeves. In many cases the original images were not well focussed and the digital image the best available.A record of a Legacy residence supporting children of deceased servicemen.Colour slide of Blamey House and a grey car viewed from the driveway in Kodachrome off-white cardboard mount with yellow and red print.Printed on front 'Made in Australia' in yellow ink. Printed with slide date 'Feb70M3' and slide number '9' in black ink. Handwritten '3' and 'Blamey 1970' in blue ink. Printed on reverse "Kodachrome Transparency / Processed by Kodak" in red ink.residences, blamey house

A colour slide of the rear of Blamey House, Burke Road Kew, in 1970. There 10 slides from the same roll of film, some are marked 'Blamey 1970'. Legacy ran residences to take care of children whose fathers were deceased servicemen, and who may have been left orphans, or whose mother may have been unable to care for them herself, or they needed to stay in Melbourne for education. Was with many other slides taken in the 1950s and 1960s. The slides have been photographed to make digital images and moved to archive quality sleeves. In many cases the original images were not well focussed and the digital image the best available.A record of a Legacy residence supporting children of deceased servicemen.Colour slide of the rear of Blamey House in Kodachrome off-white cardboard mount with yellow and red print.Printed on front 'Made in Australia' in yellow ink. Printed with slide date 'Feb70M3' and slide number '12' in black ink. Handwritten '5' in blue ink. Printed on reverse "Kodachrome Transparency / Processed by Kodak" in red ink.residences, blamey house

A colour slide of the rear of Blamey House, Burke Road Kew, in 1970. There 10 slides from the same roll of film, some are marked 'Blamey 1970'. Legacy ran residences to take care of children whose fathers were deceased servicemen, and who may have been left orphans, or whose mother may have been unable to care for them herself, or they needed to stay in Melbourne for education. Was with many other slides taken in the 1950s and 1960s. The slides have been photographed to make digital images and moved to archive quality sleeves. In many cases the original images were not well focussed and the digital image the best available.A record of a Legacy residence supporting children of deceased servicemen.Colour slide of the rear of Blamey House in Kodachrome off-white cardboard mount with yellow and red print.Printed on front 'Made in Australia' in yellow ink. Printed with slide date 'Feb70M3' and slide number '14' in black ink. Handwritten '7' in blue ink. Printed on reverse "Kodachrome Transparency / Processed by Kodak" in red ink.residences, blamey house

A colour slide of boys in a lounge room of Blamey House, Burke Road Kew, in 1970. There 10 slides from the same roll of film, some are marked 'Blamey 1970'. Legacy ran residences to take care of children whose fathers were deceased servicemen, and who may have been left orphans, or whose mother may have been unable to care for them herself, or they needed to stay in Melbourne for education. Was with many other slides taken in the 1950s and 1960s. The slides have been photographed to make digital images and moved to archive quality sleeves. In many cases the original images were not well focussed and the digital image the best available.A record of a Legacy residence supporting children of deceased servicemen.Colour slide of boys relaxing in a lounge room of Blamey House in Kodachrome off-white cardboard mount with yellow and red print.Printed on front 'Made in Australia' in yellow ink. Printed with slide date 'Feb70M3' and slide number '17' in black ink. Handwritten '10' and 'Blamey 1970' in blue ink. Printed on reverse "Kodachrome Transparency / Processed by Kodak" in red ink.residences, blamey house

16 mm Black and white film with sound produced by Southern Cross Films, Perth. It begins with archival film from WWII, explains the meaning and symbolism of the Legacy badge,and shows young girls taking the Legacy oath. There were 1900 orphans in W. Australia and the film explains the origins of Legacy. Perth Legacy's Board of Management is shown and care of children - health and fitness - is explained. Also shown are the January seaside camp activities, annual Christmas picnic with 1000 guests, and a Legatee visiting one of his families with helpful advice. Craig House, Perth Legacy's co-ed residence is featured, followed by the annual presentation of debutantes. 10 mins 41 sec.A visual record of life in the 1950s and the huge number of children to have lost their father in WWII. The commitment of Legacy to giving them a better childhood and the amount of work done by Legatees is impressive.Blue metal canister and film on a spool labelled as The Legacy Story. The 16mm film runs for 10 mins 41 secs.Canister lid exterior, Label, HERSCHELLES FILM LABORATORIES, East Melbourne, Australia SUBJECT, “THE LEGACY STORY’, copy, length 404’ reel no. Canister base exterior, Label from Legacy Club Melbourne. 45 Market St, Melbourne, C.1. Typed label say '16mm Sound film of Perth Legacy's Activities. Purchased by Melbourne Legacy with Perth Legacy's permission and with authority of L/tee Morrie Tonkin and Board of Management of Melbourne Legacy. June 1965. I.E.L.'legacy promotion, activities, junior legatee, marketing

Many items had to be purchased or supplied when setting up the first Legacy hostel, and these documents record the variety of equipment needed for such a project. Melbourne Legacy ran three residences: Blamey House (purchased 1947) , Stanhope (purchased 1945) and Harelands (purchased 1950), to take care of children whose fathers were servicemen, and who may have been left orphans, or whose mother may have been unable to care for them herself. Harelands accommodated boys and girls under the age of 14, Blamey House looked after boys over 14, and Stanhope looked after girls over 14. The children were cared for until they were old enough to become independent.As well as detailing the items themselves, the lists identify Myers as a major supplier. Prices give an interesting insight into the times, as does what are seen to be necessities.Faded white copy paper with black type, 2 holes punched for filing.00520 Black ink handwriting added at bottom 00520.1 Numeral 5 in pencil, pencilled date 4/3/43 00520.1(2) Numeral 6 in pencil, pencilled alteration to total 00520.2 Numeral 7 in pencil, pencilled ticks 00520.2(2) Numeral 8 in pencil, pencilled item additions and prices 00520.3 Numeral 10 in pencil, pencilled item additions and prices, 'For L/ Cash" in ink top left hand side.residences, holmbush initial negotiations

A colour slide of a boy studying at a desk in a bedroom of Blamey House, Burke Road Kew, in 1970. There 10 slides from the same roll of film, some are marked 'Blamey 1970'. Legacy ran residences to take care of children whose fathers were deceased servicemen, and who may have been left orphans, or whose mother may have been unable to care for them herself, or they needed to stay in Melbourne for education. Was with many other slides taken in the 1950s and 1960s. The slides have been photographed to make digital images and moved to archive quality sleeves. In many cases the original images were not well focussed and the digital image the best available.A record of a Legacy residence supporting children of deceased servicemen with their education.Colour slide of a boy studying at a desk in a bedroom in Blamey House in Kodachrome off-white cardboard mount with yellow and red print.Printed on front 'Made in Australia' in yellow ink. Printed with slide date 'Feb70M3' and slide number '20' in black ink. Handwritten '13' in blue ink. Printed on reverse "Kodachrome Transparency / Processed by Kodak" in red ink.residences, blamey house

Digitised video (1.63GB). Duration: 30 minutes. Recorded April, 2024. (Video is available for viewing at Ringwood & District Historical Society Archives by appointment)Guest Presenter Dennis Johnston was named 2023 Maroondah Citizen of the Year for his long-standing involvement with and contribution to Biala, Ringwood. This organisation is dedicated to providing support and care for special needs children and their family.