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National Wool MuseumBook, Victorian farmer's union: Minutes of the fourth annual general conference, Melbourne, 1972
... Farming Agricultural societies..."Victorian Farmer's Union: Minutes of the fourth annual general conference, Melbourne, 4th -5th July,1972." Farming Agricultural societies Victorian Farmer's Union Farming Agricultural societies Victorian farmer's union: Minutes of the fourth annual general conference, Melbourne, 1972 Book ..."Victorian Farmer's Union: Minutes of the fourth annual general conference, Melbourne, 4th -5th July,1972."farming agricultural societies, victorian farmer's union, farming, agricultural societies -
Warrnambool and District Historical Society Inc.Programme, Warrnambool Agricultural Society Annual Show 1966, 1966
... Agricultural Society. As in most country towns and cities in Australia, the annual agricultural show in Warrnambool is an important social and agricultural event, especially for the farming community. ...Agricultural Society. As in most country towns and cities in Australia, the annual agricultural show in Warrnambool is an important social and agricultural event, especially for the farming community. ...This programme gives details of the 1966 Annual Show of the Warrnambool Agricultural Society. As in most country towns and cities in Australia, the annual agricultural show in Warrnambool is an important social and agricultural event, especially for the farming community. The Warrnambool Agricultural Society, originally called the Villiers and Heytesbury Agricultural Association, was established in 1854 with the first show held at Warrnambool in 1855 and continuing to the present day. This booklet is of interest as a souvenir of the Warrnambool Agricultural Society Annual Show from 50 years ago. It is of historical interest as it gives an insight into farming in the local Warrnambool area in the 1960s. This is a booklet of 60 pages. The cover has black printing and black and white photographs on the front cover and an advertisement on the back cover. The pages contain names of the Society’s office bearers, donors and details of the Show competitions and judging. -
Federation University Historical CollectionPhotograph - Black and White, Harvest Time, Nunn's Property - Chepstowe, 1945, 1945
... The originals are thought to be in the collection of Snake Valley HIstorical Society. agriculture chepstowe eddie nunn les burt harvest horses farming Framed black and white photograph showing Eddie Nunn and Les Burt going off to mow hay on Nunn's property, Chepstowe. ...According to the donor these image copies were used in an exhibition, and distributed at the conclusion. The originals are thought to be in the collection of Snake Valley HIstorical Society.Framed black and white photograph showing Eddie Nunn and Les Burt going off to mow hay on Nunn's property, Chepstowe. agriculture, chepstowe, eddie nunn, les burt, harvest, horses, farming -
Greensborough Historical SocietyMemoir, Life at Alwyn - 1950s and 60s by Faye Fort, 1947-1969
... agriculture played an important role in the Greensborough district and the land around Alwyn was used for poultry, vegetables and cut flowers. A primary source recollection of Greensborough in the mid-20th century. partington family greensborough alwyn alan partington farming 2 typed pages. Life at Alwyn - 1950s and 60s by Faye Fort. Memoir Greensborough Historical Society ...Faye recounts stories about growing up in the Partington home "Alwyn" in the mid 20th century. At this time agriculture played an important role in the Greensborough district and the land around Alwyn was used for poultry, vegetables and cut flowers.A primary source recollection of Greensborough in the mid-20th century.2 typed pages. partington family, greensborough, alwyn, alan partington, farming -
Koroit & District Historical SocietyVictorian Agricultural Society Medal, 1850's
... This medal, dated 1858, was awarded to local farmer Marcus Macartney by the Victorian Agricultural Society on the 21 April 1858, for the prize 'Potatoes The medal is of local historical significance"for its association with the early promotion of agriculture in Victoria through public shows and competitions in the 1850's; and its link to the emergence of the Koroit-Tower Hill area,with its rich volcanic soil, as a properous farming district, especially for potato-growing." ...This medal, dated 1858, was awarded to local farmer Marcus Macartney by the Victorian Agricultural Society on the 21 April 1858, for the prize 'PotatoesThe medal is of local historical significance"for its association with the early promotion of agriculture in Victoria through public shows and competitions in the 1850's; and its link to the emergence of the Koroit-Tower Hill area,with its rich volcanic soil, as a properous farming district, especially for potato-growing." (Helen Doyle, Significance Assesment: Koroit & District Historical Society.)Circular medal with small knob on top.Äround circumference/""EXTRA PRIZE VICTORIAN AGRICULTUREAL SOCIETY. Engraving on medal "Potatoes/Awarded To/Mr Marcus Macartney /April 21st/1858 Reverseägricultural shows, potatoes, koroit, tower hill -
Kiewa Valley Historical SocietyBooks and Certificates - Baker Family
... Farming 1. Book - 'Bible Readings for Home Circle' 1906 2. Book - 'Christ's Object Lessons' 3. 8 small folded papers each with a religious message 4. Certificate to Mr J. Baker presented by the Royal Agricultural Society ...History and Beliefs of Jehovah's Witness Religious OrganisationThe Baker family lived in the Kiewa Valley. Their herd of 15 cows yielded an average of 5614 lbs. Milk 5.2% average test and 301.71 lbs. Butterfat in 273 days with allowances for junior cows in the year 1930-31 1. Book - 'Bible Readings for Home Circle' 1906 2. Book - 'Christ's Object Lessons' 3. 8 small folded papers each with a religious message 4. Certificate to Mr J. Baker presented by the Royal Agricultural Society of Victoria re Dairy Herd in Oct. 1931 5. Certificate to L.A.C.I. G. Baker 49th Optl. Based Unit R.A.A.F. Shire of Yackandandah Feb. 1946baker family, kiewa valley, jehovah's witness, dairy farming -
Kiewa Valley Historical SocietyBook - Ledger Commercial, Ledger No 5, Commenced Jan 1st 1897, circa 1890's
... Although Kiewa Valley had mining, agriculture, cattle and sheep it was also composed of a mixed society, encompassing all levels of society at that period. It identifies some family farming ...Historically this ledger not only details the legible hand writing of this era but also the day to day commercial activity in this region. The neatness and the diligence of those who were required to pen the information was a requirement by all who were in commercial trade. Emphasis on neatness was ingrained in students at a young age. This era was well before general typewriters and computers. Generally all students of commerce required an accuracy in writing and arithmetic. Neatness and order were a selection requirement This item clearly identifies the Kiewa Valley as having a substantial financial hub to accommodate the various commercial enterprises within a rural environment Circa 1880's. Although Kiewa Valley had mining, agriculture, cattle and sheep it was also composed of a mixed society, encompassing all levels of society at that period. It identifies some family farming history in the specific year of 1897Leather reinforced corner covers and spine. Remaining book front and back covers are protected by blue weaved cloth. The covers are very thick cardboard, in layers. Missing front index pages C,E - 0,Q,T,U,V,XSpine of book marked in faded golden print "Ledger". First page in hand writing "Ledger No. 5" and underneath handwritten "Commenced Jan 1st !897" After the index pages each page (double sided) has a page number stamped in black and is 6mm highledger, early bookkeeping, local history, commerce circa 1890 -
Eltham District Historical Society IncPhotograph, Stevenson Homestead "Bankhead", Kangaroo Ground. Robert Stevenson and family
... Stevenson, Robert, Kangaroo Ground, was born in the County of Evelyn, Victoria in 1845, He is the son of the late Joseph Stevenson and retains the property purchased by his father, with 47 acres adjoining, making in all 127 acres, where he carries on farming, and also a vineyard, the grapes from which have taken a number of prizes at agricultural societies’ shows at Heidelberg and other places. ...Stevenson, Robert, Kangaroo Ground, was born in the County of Evelyn, Victoria in 1845, He is the son of the late Joseph Stevenson and retains the property purchased by his father, with 47 acres adjoining, making in all 127 acres, where he carries on farming, and also a vineyard, the grapes from which have taken a number of prizes at agricultural societies’ shows at Heidelberg and other places. ...Stevenson, Robert, Kangaroo Ground, was born in the County of Evelyn, Victoria in 1845, He is the son of the late Joseph Stevenson and retains the property purchased by his father, with 47 acres adjoining, making in all 127 acres, where he carries on farming, and also a vineyard, the grapes from which have taken a number of prizes at agricultural societies’ shows at Heidelberg and other places. He was married in 1872, and has a family of two sons and five daughters. From: Victoria and it’s Metropolis: Past and Present by Alexander Sutherland ; R. L. J. Ellery ...[et.al. Melbourne : McCarron, Bird, 1888]. Page. 414 This photo forms part of a collection of photographs gathered by the Shire of Eltham for their centenary project book,"Pioneers and Painters: 100 years of the Shire of Eltham" by Alan Marshall (1971). The collection of over 500 images is held in partnership between Eltham District Historical Society and Yarra Plenty Regional Library (Eltham Library) and is now formally known as the 'The Shire of Eltham Pioneers Photograph Collection.' It is significant in being the first community sourced collection representing the places and people of the Shire's first one hundred years.Digital imagesepp, shire of eltham pioneers photograph collection, kangaroo ground, bankhead, robert stevenson, stevenson homestead -
Kiewa Valley Historical SocietyBook - Ledger Commercial, unknown, Circa 1920
... Although Kiewa Valley had mining, agriculture, cattle and sheep it was also composed of a mixed society, encompassing all levels of society at that period. It identifies some the commercial activities(newsagency) undertaken by specific families farming in the Kiewa Valley and relates their history in the period of 1920 to 1927 ledger book keeping 1920s commercial transactions local kiewa valley commercial history Located on the top section of the spin (in gold print on red background) "LEDGER" This is framed within a golden printed pattern of straight and squiggly lines. ...Historically(1920 to 1927), this ledger not only details the legible hand writing of this era but also the day to day commercial activity in the Kiewa Valley region. The neatness and the diligence of those who were required to pen the information into this ledger was a requirement by all who were involved in commercial trade be it in the city or in the rural area. Emphasis on neatness was ingrained in students at a young age. This era was well before general commercial stock computer based inventories. Generally all students of commerce required an accuracy in writing and arithmetic. Neatness and order were a "selection criteria" requirementThis item clearly identifies the Kiewa Valley as having a substantial financial hub to accommodate the various commercial enterprises within a rural environment Circa 1880's. Although Kiewa Valley had mining, agriculture, cattle and sheep it was also composed of a mixed society, encompassing all levels of society at that period. It identifies some the commercial activities(newsagency) undertaken by specific families farming in the Kiewa Valley and relates their history in the period of 1920 to 1927This ledger has a very thick cover of strong compressed cardboard. It has a cloth covering (Glued on) and is a faded blue colour. The corners of the opening side of the cover are reinforced by suede cloth,in a triangular shape, and enclose both the front and inside portions of the the ledger. The spin is reinforced by a suede section to provide increased strength and protection. The inside cover (both front and back) has an orange and brown bubbles and specks pattern. The grammage of the lined sheets (blue) is approximately 120g/m. The first twelve pages are indented and alphabetically marked with alternating red and black letters (two letters per page except for the last page which has three letters). The remaining pages are numbered in black print at the top outside edge of each page. There are 742 page numbers. Each page has thirty two blue horizontal lines and one double red line (second from top) Each page has thirteen vertical lines starting from the top horizontal double red lines and ending at the bottom of the page. These lines segregate the page into blocks for the date, the transaction and financial input. There are three double vertical red lines which designate the amount of money of each transaction (in pounds shillings,and pence).Located on the top section of the spin (in gold print on red background) "LEDGER" This is framed within a golden printed pattern of straight and squiggly lines.ledger, book keeping, 1920s commercial transactions, local kiewa valley commercial history -
Kiewa Valley Historical SocietyBook - Ledger Commercial, "Ledger No. 4", Circa 1895
... Although Kiewa Valley had mining, agriculture, cattle and sheep it was also composed of a mixed society, encompassing all levels of society at that period. It identifies some the commercial activities(newsagency/general store) undertaken by specific families farming in the Kiewa Valley and relates their history in the pioneer period of the late 1800's. ...Historically this ledger not only details the legible hand writing of this era but also the day to day commercial activity in this region(first entry in 1895).The neatness and the diligence of those who were required to pen the information was a requirement by all who were in commercial trade. Emphasis on neatness was ingrained in students at a young age. This era was well before general typewriters and computers. Generally all students of commerce required an accuracy in writing and arithmetic. Neatness and order were a selection requirement. This ledger belonged to a general store, which was a forerunner to supermarkets and specialty stores. The shop provided everything from food, postage stamps, nails, tobacco, boots and Epsom salts. The general store provided nearly every product required to exist in a remote rural area of Australia in the 1800's.This item clearly identifies the Kiewa Valley as having a substantial financial hub to accommodate the various commercial enterprises within a rural environment Circa 1880's. Although Kiewa Valley had mining, agriculture, cattle and sheep it was also composed of a mixed society, encompassing all levels of society at that period. It identifies some the commercial activities(newsagency/general store) undertaken by specific families farming in the Kiewa Valley and relates their history in the pioneer period of the late 1800's. Some of those pioneers still have descendants living on the same home sites provided by the 1847 Land Act.This ledger has a very thick cover of strong compressed cardboard. Originally it had a cloth covering both front and back(Glued on) but due to wear and tear it is only attached to the back cover) and is a faded blue colour. The corners of the opening side of the cover are reinforced by suede cloth,in a triangular shape, and enclose both the front and inside portions of the the ledger. The spine is reinforced by a suede section to provide increased strength and protection. The inside cover (both front and back) has an orange bubbles with red and blue sinuous lines forming shapes in a haphazardous pattern. The grammage of the lined sheets (blue) is approximately 120g/m. Originally the first seven of twelve pages were indented and alphabetically marked with black letters (one letter per page) however this ledger had been modified to cover only the initials of customers and the pages of unused letters were glued to the previous page. The remaining pages are numbered in black print at the top outside edge of each page. There are 890 page numbers. Each page has thirty seven blue horizontal lines and one double red line ( top). Each page has thirteen vertical lines starting from the top horizontal double red lines and ending at the bottom of the page. These lines segregate the page into blocks for the date, the transaction and financial input. There are three double vertical red lines which designate the amount of money of each transaction (in pounds, shillings,and pence).On the suede spine in gold lettering and on a red (port coloured) background "LEDGER"grocery shop, haberdashery, general store -
Warrnambool and District Historical Society Inc.Medal - Medal VHAS, Villiers and Heytesbury Agricultural Association, Circa 1880
... farming and pastoral pursuits. It initially embraced the following: ploughing, agricultural produce, machines and implements, and livestock of all descriptions. The first show was held at Warrnambool on April 10th 1855 on a green bounded by Fairy, Henna, and Koroit Streets. It was held there until 1875 when it moved to the present Showgrounds site in Koroit Street. At the 37th Annual show in 1890 Warrnambool held its first Grand National Show, being granted by the Chamber of Agriculture in turn, in Victoria. It became known as the Warrnambool Agricultural Society...farming and pastoral pursuits. It initially embraced the following: ploughing, agricultural produce, machines and implements, and livestock of all descriptions. The first show was held at Warrnambool on April 10th 1855 on a green bounded by Fairy, Henna, and Koroit Streets. It was held there until 1875 when it moved to the present Showgrounds site in Koroit Street. At the 37th Annual show in 1890 Warrnambool held its first Grand National Show, being granted by the Chamber of Agriculture in turn, in Victoria. It became known as the Warrnambool Agricultural Society ...Historical information: this medallion has historical details on three fronts. Firstly the Villiers & Heytesbury Agricultural Association. This association began with the first meeting held on May 17th 1853 at Woodford. The minutes of that meeting read “That in the opinion of this meeting, the formation of an agricultural association would be of great benefit to persons in this district engaged in farming and pastoral pursuits. It initially embraced the following: ploughing, agricultural produce, machines and implements, and livestock of all descriptions. The first show was held at Warrnambool on April 10th 1855 on a green bounded by Fairy, Henna, and Koroit Streets. It was held there until 1875 when it moved to the present Showgrounds site in Koroit Street. At the 37th Annual show in 1890 Warrnambool held its first Grand National Show, being granted by the Chamber of Agriculture in turn, in Victoria. It became known as the Warrnambool Agricultural Society in 1911. Secondly the winner, Mr Hugh Lennon. He was one of the most successful innovators and manufacturers of agricultural implements in early Australia. Although born in Ireland, he served an apprenticeship in Scotland in mechanical engineering. The Lennon plough became known Australia wide. For many years he operated his business at the northern of Elizabeth Street in Melbourne. He was active in local affairs. He died in 1886 at the age of 52. Thirdly, Stokes and Martin. Thomas Stokes came to Australia in the 1850’s and established a successful business at Mincing Lane Melbourne, manufacturing buttons, medals and tokens. Martin joined the partnership in 1873, which lasted until a disastrous fire in 1893. The business was renamed Stokes & Sons Pty Ltd and it became a public company in 1962. It is currently situated at Ringwood in the business of spare parts for electrical equipment The Villiers and Heytesbury Agricultural Association was a significant event and organisation within the Western District over a large number of years. It was one of the earliest organisations in the district and is testament to its importance to the agricultural, social, and cultural life of the district. It is significant that this particular medallion was awarded to an innovator in the ploughing industry and that it was made by a company which is still in business 130 years later. Circular copper medallion cast with Villiers & Heytesbury Agricultural Assoctn around edge with winner and event details engraved in centre. The reverse is cast with horse, cow and sheep standing above wheat sheaf and farm implements. The edge of the medallion is plain.Villiers & Heytesbury Agricultl Assoctn around rim. 1st Prize awarded to Hugh Lennon for double furrow plough, Warrnambool Oct 19 1880. Stokes & Martin Melbourne in small lettering on the reverse.warrnambool, villiers & heytesbury, hugh lennon, stokes & martin, lennon plow, lennon plough -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.Document - FOUNDERS OF AUSTRALIA: ALFRED E. WALLIS OF BENDIGO
... Agricultural Society Bendigo Auto-Finance Company Ltd Catling Roberts Pty Ltd Excelsior Washed Sand Coy Rochester Brass Band Photocopy mentioning the work of Mr Alfred E. Wallis of Bendigo. He was born at Lockwood. After his education he joined a firm of auctioneers. He later started his own business, bought a well-known Mathoura Station, kept some of it and divided the rest up for farming ...Photocopy mentioning the work of Mr Alfred E. Wallis of Bendigo. He was born at Lockwood. After his education he joined a firm of auctioneers. He later started his own business, bought a well-known Mathoura Station, kept some of it and divided the rest up for farming. He later had interests in many firms. He was an active member of the Rochester Brass Band when he was younger and had an active interest in cycling, foot and horse racing.document, names of bendigo pioneers, founders of australia, founders of australia - alfred e wallis of bendigo, john wallis, alice e wallis, l macpherson & co, sternberg brothers of rochester, macpherson sternberg & co, john watson & co, alf e wallis & co, the alf e wallis finance and investment coy pty ltd, bendigo lyric picture theatre, farmers' and citizens' trustee company limited of bendigo, bendigo base hospital, bendigo agricultural society, bendigo auto-finance company ltd, catling roberts pty ltd, excelsior washed sand coy, rochester brass band -
City of WhittleseaBooklet (item), The Whittlesea District
... The Whittlesea district / Whittlesea Agricultural Society publication, 16 pages, black and white photographs, maps, graphs. Booklet provides a brief history and analysis of farming in the Whittlesea district up to the late 1940s. ...The Whittlesea district / Whittlesea Agricultural Society publication, 16 pages, black and white photographs, maps, graphs. Booklet provides a brief history and analysis of farming in the Whittlesea district up to the late 1940s. ...The Whittlesea district / Whittlesea Agricultural Society publication, 16 pages, black and white photographs, maps, graphs. Booklet provides a brief history and analysis of farming in the Whittlesea district up to the late 1940s. Publication c.1950sbooklet -
Narre Warren and District Family History GroupBook, Narre Warren & District Family History Group Inc, Casey Cardinia Collection - Berwick Information File - Volume 3, 2024
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The date the articles were published, and title of articles are listed below. 15 Mar 2023 Diving Into the History of Baillieus and Minta Farm 7 June 2006 Show Stalwart Given Life - Wilma Barron 7 Jan 2007 Tributes Flow for Former Mayoress - Sue Smith 2 Oct 2008 Fangs for the Memory - Dot & Robin Clydesdale 31 Jan 2007 The Show Must Go On - Berwick Show 21 Dec 2005 Lucas Island Post 21 Aug 2019 Turners Town Pioneers 4 Jan 2007 Hair Today, Still Hair Tomorrow - Les Jones 28 June 2017 Life of Service - Mick Morland 8 Aug 2012 Hospital Her Guiding Light - Sadie Kirkham 23 July 2008 Show Time : an Elder of Agricultural Societies _ Jack Rae 17 July 2019 The Day the Earth Stood Still for Men on the Moon 16 Aug 2023 Veteran Values “Mateship” - Rob Yates 18 Oct 2023 Farewell to Stationmaster - Werner Kerber 31 Oct 2018 Farming Giant Left His Mark - James Gibb 22 Nov 2018 Inner Wheel Club of Berwick Celebrates 50 Years 11 Sep 2019 Former Casey and Berwick Mayor Remembered - John Hastie 27 Sep 2023 Stamp for our Hero Athlete - Edwin Flack 11 Dec 2019 Big Impact by the Fyfes 23 Aug 2023 Veterans Mark Anniversary 28 Apr 2004 Anzac Day Inspires Tolerance and Respect 10 Aug 2023 Campus Marks 20 Years - Beaconhills 5 July 2023 An Iconic Thoroughfare - High Street 13 Aug 2008 Stud Master of all he Surveys - Gordon Cumming 1 May 2019 Streets Honour British MPs 8 Jan 2024 Historic Ties to Society - Berwick- Pakenham Historical 14 Dec 2022 Show Legend Not Forgotten 21 Oct 2020 Farewell Betty Whiteside 8 Mar 2023 Finding Love Through Film - Gabriel Carrubba 4 Sep 2019 Named for a Councillor 2 Oct 2008 Three Times a Mayoress - Deidre Pargeter 30 Oct 1991 Catherine Murat recalls her involvement at Dunkirk 15 Aug 1998 Dhuringa - for sale 17 Apr 2024 Centenarian Celebration - Betty Funston 16 Oct 2024 A Century to Remember - John Featherstone 14 Aug 2024 Last to see Explorers 14 Aug 2024 Eric’s Legacy Cherished - Eric Guthrie 19 Oct 2023 Tribute to Stationmaster - Werner Kerber 20 Apr 2016 Tanks for Nothing 14 Aug 2024 Looking Back - various 28 Aug 2024 Big Red Cross Milestone - Berwick Red Cross 1 May 2024 Echoes of Gratitude - Paulien George 10 Jul 2024 New Storytowns Podcasts Showcase Local Treasures 18 June 2008 History is in a Spin 26 Sep 2001 Headstone Mystery 7 Mar 2001 Blackburne Square Founder Honoured - Gordon Blackburne 24 Apr 2024 New Beginnings for Park’s Friends 12 Nov 2025 A Time to Pay Respects 12 Nov 2025 Planting in Officer to Honour Those Lost 22 Oct 2025 History Up For Sale - Edwin Flack 22 Oct 2025 Looking Back 16 Apr 2025 The Land of Sand and Sea - William Watson 28 May 2025 Footy Quaddie For the Ages 11 June 2025 Honour Sewn for Helen - Helen Comport 7 May 2025 Sally’s 40 Years of Caring - Sally Joustra 8 Jan 2025 Battin Breaks the Mould - Brad Battin 21 Aug 2024 Simple Life in Berwick 21 Aug 2024 Looking Back 22 Apr 2020 60 Years Locked in for Berwick Couple - Ted & Pat Foster 22 Apr 2020 Looking Back 22 Apr 2020 About Town 21 Jan 2026 Community Farewells Warwick - Warwick Glendenning 9 Jul 2025 Following the Family Tree - Adrian Funston 16 Jan 2025 Celebrating a Life Well Lived in Nature, Science and Love 9 Jul 2025 New Era Begins for Rotary 9 Jul 2025 Fresh Leaders Step Up for Pakenham UNKNOWN Rich Mix of Local Myths 12 Mar 2025 Historic Berwick Village Bluestone Sign is Set to Stay 13 Aug 2003 Pioneers of the Bass Valley 23 Jul 2025 Local Shows Recognised...The date the articles were published, and title of articles are listed below. 15 Mar 2023 Diving Into the History of Baillieus and Minta Farm 7 June 2006 Show Stalwart Given Life - Wilma Barron 7 Jan 2007 Tributes Flow for Former Mayoress - Sue Smith 2 Oct 2008 Fangs for the Memory - Dot & Robin Clydesdale 31 Jan 2007 The Show Must Go On - Berwick Show 21 Dec 2005 Lucas Island Post 21 Aug 2019 Turners Town Pioneers 4 Jan 2007 Hair Today, Still Hair Tomorrow - Les Jones 28 June 2017 Life of Service - Mick Morland 8 Aug 2012 Hospital Her Guiding Light - Sadie Kirkham 23 July 2008 Show Time : an Elder of Agricultural Societies _ Jack Rae 17 July 2019 The Day the Earth Stood Still for Men on the Moon 16 Aug 2023 Veteran Values “Mateship” - Rob Yates 18 Oct 2023 Farewell to Stationmaster - Werner Kerber 31 Oct 2018 Farming Giant Left His Mark - James Gibb 22 Nov 2018 Inner Wheel Club of Berwick Celebrates 50 Years 11 Sep 2019 Former Casey and Berwick Mayor Remembered - John Hastie 27 Sep 2023 Stamp for our Hero Athlete - Edwin Flack 11 Dec 2019 Big Impact by the Fyfes 23 Aug 2023 Veterans Mark Anniversary 28 Apr 2004 Anzac Day Inspires Tolerance and Respect 10 Aug 2023 Campus Marks 20 Years - Beaconhills 5 July 2023 An Iconic Thoroughfare - High Street 13 Aug 2008 Stud Master of all he Surveys - Gordon Cumming 1 May 2019 Streets Honour British MPs 8 Jan 2024 Historic Ties to Society - Berwick- Pakenham Historical 14 Dec 2022 Show Legend Not Forgotten 21 Oct 2020 Farewell Betty Whiteside 8 Mar 2023 Finding Love Through Film - Gabriel Carrubba 4 Sep 2019 Named for a Councillor 2 Oct 2008 Three Times a Mayoress - Deidre Pargeter 30 Oct 1991 Catherine Murat recalls her involvement at Dunkirk 15 Aug 1998 Dhuringa - for sale 17 Apr 2024 Centenarian Celebration - Betty Funston 16 Oct 2024 A Century to Remember - John Featherstone 14 Aug 2024 Last to see Explorers 14 Aug 2024 Eric’s Legacy Cherished - Eric Guthrie 19 Oct 2023 Tribute to Stationmaster - Werner Kerber 20 Apr 2016 Tanks for Nothing 14 Aug 2024 Looking Back - various 28 Aug 2024 Big Red Cross Milestone - Berwick Red Cross 1 May 2024 Echoes of Gratitude - Paulien George 10 Jul 2024 New Storytowns Podcasts Showcase Local Treasures 18 June 2008 History is in a Spin 26 Sep 2001 Headstone Mystery 7 Mar 2001 Blackburne Square Founder Honoured - Gordon Blackburne 24 Apr 2024 New Beginnings for Park’s Friends 12 Nov 2025 A Time to Pay Respects 12 Nov 2025 Planting in Officer to Honour Those Lost 22 Oct 2025 History Up For Sale - Edwin Flack 22 Oct 2025 Looking Back 16 Apr 2025 The Land of Sand and Sea - William Watson 28 May 2025 Footy Quaddie For the Ages 11 June 2025 Honour Sewn for Helen - Helen Comport 7 May 2025 Sally’s 40 Years of Caring - Sally Joustra 8 Jan 2025 Battin Breaks the Mould - Brad Battin 21 Aug 2024 Simple Life in Berwick 21 Aug 2024 Looking Back 22 Apr 2020 60 Years Locked in for Berwick Couple - Ted & Pat Foster 22 Apr 2020 Looking Back 22 Apr 2020 About Town 21 Jan 2026 Community Farewells Warwick - Warwick Glendenning 9 Jul 2025 Following the Family Tree - Adrian Funston 16 Jan 2025 Celebrating a Life Well Lived in Nature, Science and Love 9 Jul 2025 New Era Begins for Rotary 9 Jul 2025 Fresh Leaders Step Up for Pakenham UNKNOWN Rich Mix of Local Myths 12 Mar 2025 Historic Berwick Village Bluestone Sign is Set to Stay 13 Aug 2003 Pioneers of the Bass Valley 23 Jul 2025 Local Shows Recognised Casey Cardinia Collection - Berwick Information File - Volume 3 Book Narre Warren & District Family History Group Inc. ...Folder containing a table of contents and various newspaper clippings and other information pertaining to the Berwick area Volume 3. The date the articles were published, and title of articles are listed below. 15 Mar 2023 Diving Into the History of Baillieus and Minta Farm 7 June 2006 Show Stalwart Given Life - Wilma Barron 7 Jan 2007 Tributes Flow for Former Mayoress - Sue Smith 2 Oct 2008 Fangs for the Memory - Dot & Robin Clydesdale 31 Jan 2007 The Show Must Go On - Berwick Show 21 Dec 2005 Lucas Island Post 21 Aug 2019 Turners Town Pioneers 4 Jan 2007 Hair Today, Still Hair Tomorrow - Les Jones 28 June 2017 Life of Service - Mick Morland 8 Aug 2012 Hospital Her Guiding Light - Sadie Kirkham 23 July 2008 Show Time : an Elder of Agricultural Societies _ Jack Rae 17 July 2019 The Day the Earth Stood Still for Men on the Moon 16 Aug 2023 Veteran Values “Mateship” - Rob Yates 18 Oct 2023 Farewell to Stationmaster - Werner Kerber 31 Oct 2018 Farming Giant Left His Mark - James Gibb 22 Nov 2018 Inner Wheel Club of Berwick Celebrates 50 Years 11 Sep 2019 Former Casey and Berwick Mayor Remembered - John Hastie 27 Sep 2023 Stamp for our Hero Athlete - Edwin Flack 11 Dec 2019 Big Impact by the Fyfes 23 Aug 2023 Veterans Mark Anniversary 28 Apr 2004 Anzac Day Inspires Tolerance and Respect 10 Aug 2023 Campus Marks 20 Years - Beaconhills 5 July 2023 An Iconic Thoroughfare - High Street 13 Aug 2008 Stud Master of all he Surveys - Gordon Cumming 1 May 2019 Streets Honour British MPs 8 Jan 2024 Historic Ties to Society - Berwick- Pakenham Historical 14 Dec 2022 Show Legend Not Forgotten 21 Oct 2020 Farewell Betty Whiteside 8 Mar 2023 Finding Love Through Film - Gabriel Carrubba 4 Sep 2019 Named for a Councillor 2 Oct 2008 Three Times a Mayoress - Deidre Pargeter 30 Oct 1991 Catherine Murat recalls her involvement at Dunkirk 15 Aug 1998 Dhuringa - for sale 17 Apr 2024 Centenarian Celebration - Betty Funston 16 Oct 2024 A Century to Remember - John Featherstone 14 Aug 2024 Last to see Explorers 14 Aug 2024 Eric’s Legacy Cherished - Eric Guthrie 19 Oct 2023 Tribute to Stationmaster - Werner Kerber 20 Apr 2016 Tanks for Nothing 14 Aug 2024 Looking Back - various 28 Aug 2024 Big Red Cross Milestone - Berwick Red Cross 1 May 2024 Echoes of Gratitude - Paulien George 10 Jul 2024 New Storytowns Podcasts Showcase Local Treasures 18 June 2008 History is in a Spin 26 Sep 2001 Headstone Mystery 7 Mar 2001 Blackburne Square Founder Honoured - Gordon Blackburne 24 Apr 2024 New Beginnings for Park’s Friends 12 Nov 2025 A Time to Pay Respects 12 Nov 2025 Planting in Officer to Honour Those Lost 22 Oct 2025 History Up For Sale - Edwin Flack 22 Oct 2025 Looking Back 16 Apr 2025 The Land of Sand and Sea - William Watson 28 May 2025 Footy Quaddie For the Ages 11 June 2025 Honour Sewn for Helen - Helen Comport 7 May 2025 Sally’s 40 Years of Caring - Sally Joustra 8 Jan 2025 Battin Breaks the Mould - Brad Battin 21 Aug 2024 Simple Life in Berwick 21 Aug 2024 Looking Back 22 Apr 2020 60 Years Locked in for Berwick Couple - Ted & Pat Foster 22 Apr 2020 Looking Back 22 Apr 2020 About Town 21 Jan 2026 Community Farewells Warwick - Warwick Glendenning 9 Jul 2025 Following the Family Tree - Adrian Funston 16 Jan 2025 Celebrating a Life Well Lived in Nature, Science and Love 9 Jul 2025 New Era Begins for Rotary 9 Jul 2025 Fresh Leaders Step Up for Pakenham UNKNOWN Rich Mix of Local Myths 12 Mar 2025 Historic Berwick Village Bluestone Sign is Set to Stay 13 Aug 2003 Pioneers of the Bass Valley 23 Jul 2025 Local Shows Recognisednon-fictionberwick (vic.) -
Narre Warren and District Family History GroupBook, Dot Morrison, 100 years in Skye 1850-1950, 2004
... agricultural practices, community life, and the impact of broader historical events on the local population. The book also highlights the resilience and adaptability of the people of Skye as they navigated changes in technology, economy, and society. Skye, originally a rural area, underwent significant changes during this period, transitioning from a farming...agricultural practices, community life, and the impact of broader historical events on the local population. The book also highlights the resilience and adaptability of the people of Skye as they navigated changes in technology, economy, and society. Skye, originally a rural area, underwent significant changes during this period, transitioning from a farming ...The book 100 Years in Skye, 1850-1950 by Dot Morrison explores the history of Skye in a detailed account of the area's development over a century, including its social, economic, and cultural changes. The book's illustrations, maps, and photographs offer a vivid portrayal of life in Skye during this period. Includes an index and bibliography.99 p.; 29 cmnon-fictionThe book 100 Years in Skye, 1850-1950 by Dot Morrison explores the history of Skye in a detailed account of the area's development over a century, including its social, economic, and cultural changes. The book's illustrations, maps, and photographs offer a vivid portrayal of life in Skye during this period. Includes an index and bibliography.skye (vic.), skye (vic.) -- history, skye (vic.) -- road names, wedge family, skye (vic.) -- murders, south lyndhurst state school -
Narre Warren and District Family History GroupBook, John Murphy, One bag in six : onion growing in Gippsland 1900-2007, 2007
... agricultural landscape of Gippsland over more than a century. [AI generated text] Onion industry -- Victoria -- Gippsland Region -- History Onions -- Victoria -- Gippsland Region -- History Gippsland Region (Vic.) -- History The book explores the history of onion farming in South Gippsland, Victoria. It delves into the establishment of a viable onion-growing industry in the region, highlighting the challenges and successes faced by farmers over more than a century. [AI generated text] 97 p.; 21 cm One bag in six : onion growing in Gippsland 1900-2007 Book John Murphy Leongatha and District Historic Society ...The book explores the history of onion farming in South Gippsland, Victoria. It delves into the establishment of a viable onion-growing industry in the region, highlighting the challenges and successes faced by farmers over more than a century. [AI generated text]97 p.; 21 cmnon-fictionThe book explores the history of onion farming in South Gippsland, Victoria. It delves into the establishment of a viable onion-growing industry in the region, highlighting the challenges and successes faced by farmers over more than a century. [AI generated text] onion industry -- victoria -- gippsland region -- history, onions -- victoria -- gippsland region -- history, gippsland region (vic.) -- history -
Ithacan Historical SocietyPhotograph, Harvest time - Ithaca, 1951
... As in most developed countries, such subsistence farming activities have virtually disappeared on Ithaca. farming agriculture Stamped on the back in black: ITHACAN HISTORICAL SOCIETY INCORPORATED. ...The photograph was taken in 1951 in the village of Platrithia, Ithaca during the grain harvest, possibly in August.A faded black and white photograph of a family group of eleven people taken in a grain field. Two women and three men are standing and one of the women is holding a child. While three women and a man are sitting in front. A bundle of wheat is on the ground next to one of the women in the front. Stamped on the back in black: ITHACAN HISTORICAL SOCIETY INCORPORATED.farming, agriculture -
Chiltern Athenaeum TrustMedal
... This item is significant for the information it provides about the development of industry and local culture in Victoria in the 1880s. medal rutherglen agricultural show chiltern north-east victoria gold fields gold mining gold rush 1885 heirloom farming horticulture rutherglen historical society indigo shire wilfred clarence busse golden plague authors writers victorian writers victorian literature historical fiction blue beyond wesley college Federal Standard Inscription on obverse: Illegible Indistinct inscription on reverse may read: Rutherglen Agricultural Society Bronze coloured medal attached to single large-format chain link; embossed medal markings are indistinct but appear to show Coat of Arms on reverse side. ...This medal from the estate of W.C. Busse is believed to have been awarded to a recipient at the Rutherglen Agricultural Show in 1885. Due to degradation of the embossed markings, it is uncertain what the medal was awarded for or whom it was awarded to. It may have been awarded to a member of the Busse family prior to W.C. Busse's birth. Rutherglen is located approximately 18 kilometres from Chiltern. European agriculture and horticulture in the area was well established prior to the discovery of gold in the region in the 1860s. It held its first yearly Agricultural Show in 1880; in the present day it has a sister event focusing on showcasing the region's wines. Wilfred Clarence Busse was born in Chiltern in 1898. He went to school at Wesley College in Melbourne, studied law at the University of Melbourne and became a barrister. Additionally, after spending time on a Victorian station in his early twenties, he wrote two historical novels about bush life. His first novel was 'The Blue Beyond: a Romance of the Early Days in South Eastern Australia', written in 1928 and published in 1930. Busse's second novel was titled 'The Golden Plague: A Romance of the Early Fifties'. The judges of the Henry Lawson Society's T.E. Rofe competition to advance Australian literature unanimously awarded it the Gold Medal in 1931 for the best historical novel of 1930. Newspaper articles about the award mention the writer's meticulous documentary and oral history research regarding life on the Gold Fields in the 1850s. It became a best-seller. Busse also wrote a series of articles about local history for "The Federal Standard" newspaper in Chiltern. He was a member of the Chiltern Athenaeum. He died in 1960. This item is significant for the information it provides about the development of industry and local culture in Victoria in the 1880s. Bronze coloured medal attached to single large-format chain link; embossed medal markings are indistinct but appear to show Coat of Arms on reverse side. Inscription on obverse: Illegible Indistinct inscription on reverse may read: Rutherglen Agricultural Society medal, rutherglen agricultural show, chiltern, north-east victoria, gold fields, gold mining, gold rush, 1885, heirloom, farming, horticulture, rutherglen historical society, indigo shire, wilfred clarence busse, golden plague, authors, writers, victorian writers, victorian literature, historical fiction, blue beyond, wesley college, federal standard -
Tatura Irrigation & Wartime Camps Museum
Book, Warren Penney, The Farming of Australia, 1986
... Picture of certificate of merit from Royal Agricultural Society. Much early farming. Many photographs of early farming methods to 1986. ...farming methods in Australia Hard cover. Colourful jacket with landscape photograph on front. Picture of certificate of merit from Royal Agricultural Society. ...A social and economic portrait of farming in Australia from 1788 to 1986.Hard cover. Colourful jacket with landscape photograph on front. Picture of certificate of merit from Royal Agricultural Society. Much early farming. Many photographs of early farming methods to 1986. Social life. Written by Robin Brumby, journalist.farming methods in australia -
Lakes Entrance Historical Society
Book, Orbost Historical Society, The Curlip Issue 3, 1991
... World War 1914-1918 Agriculture Trades A Journal presenting research on the local area by students of Secondary College containing an analysis of an Anzac diary an account of the close knit farming community of Jarrahmond and stories of the black smith Orbost Victoria The Curlip Issue 3 Book Orbost Historical Society ...A Journal presenting research on the local area by students of Secondary College containing an analysis of an Anzac diary an account of the close knit farming community of Jarrahmond and stories of the black smith Orbost Victoriaworld war 1914-1918, agriculture, trades -
Sunshine and District Historical Society IncorporatedJournal - Victorian Historical Journal Volume 53 Numbers 2 and 3 May - August 1982, Royal Historical Society of Victoria, August 1982
... Agricultural Implement and Machinery Industry 1870 - 1890 by T. G. Parsons. In order to get the greatest possible returns from their land, the first Victorian farmers needed a satisfactory plough. This article examines the improvement of farming implements which includes Hugh Victor McKay who inverted the first successful Australian combine harvester, however the real title for this combine harvester invention belongs to James Morrow. Victorian Historical Journal Issue 208-9th Volume 53 Numbers 2 and 3 May - August 1982 Royal Historical Society ...Article Page 130: Technological Innovation in the Victorian Agricultural Implement and Machinery Industry 1870 - 1890 by T. G. Parsons. In order to get the greatest possible returns from their land, the first Victorian farmers needed a satisfactory plough. This article examines the improvement of farming implements which includes Hugh Victor McKay who inverted the first successful Australian combine harvester, however the real title for this combine harvester invention belongs to James Morrow.Paperback booknon-fictionArticle Page 130: Technological Innovation in the Victorian Agricultural Implement and Machinery Industry 1870 - 1890 by T. G. Parsons. In order to get the greatest possible returns from their land, the first Victorian farmers needed a satisfactory plough. This article examines the improvement of farming implements which includes Hugh Victor McKay who inverted the first successful Australian combine harvester, however the real title for this combine harvester invention belongs to James Morrow.hugh victor mckay, james morrow -
Kew Historical Society IncPhotograph, J F C Farquhar, Kew Asylum & Grounds, 1891
... Society’s copy of the Kellett album is unique and that the photographs in the book were the first copies taken from the original plates. It is the first and most important series of images produced about Kew. The individual images have proved essential in identifying buildings and places of heritage value in the district. kew illustrated kew where we live photographic books henry kellett kew lunatic asylum Kew Asylum & Grounds When the Kew Lunatic Asylum was opened in 1871, its extensive 340 acres of grounds were intended for farming, agriculture and recreation for the inmates. ...At the beginning of the 1890s, the Kew businessman and Town Councillor, Henry Kellett, commissioned J.F.C. Farquhar to photograph scenes of Kew. These scenes included panoramas as well as pastoral scenes. The resulting set of twelve photographs was assembled in an album, Kew Where We Live, from which customers could select images for purchase.The preamble to the album describes that the photographs used the ‘argentic bromide’ process, now more commonly known as the gelatine silver process. This form of dry plate photography allowed for the negatives to be kept for weeks before processing, hence its value in landscape photography. The resulting images were considered to be finely grained and everlasting. Evidence of the success of Henry Kellett’s venture can be seen today, in that some of the photographs are held in national collections.It is believed that the Kew Historical Society’s copy of the Kellett album is unique and that the photographs in the book were the first copies taken from the original plates. It is the first and most important series of images produced about Kew. The individual images have proved essential in identifying buildings and places of heritage value in the district.When the Kew Lunatic Asylum was opened in 1871, its extensive 340 acres of grounds were intended for farming, agriculture and recreation for the inmates. The point-of-view chosen by Farquhar for this panoramic photograph focuses on the ordered open fields, haystacks and remnant trees that extended from the foreground to the rear of the Asylum. The inmates are the absent players in this pastoral idyll. In 1891, The Argus reported on the Annual Asylum Picnic: “Wednesday saw the Kew picnic, the yearly festival of the mad folks and their keepers. Once a year the public subscribes for cakes and ale for all these mad folks, and their keepers, from superintendent to lowest wardsman, turn out, and use their best endeavours to make one day in the year sanely merry.” Regardless of such merriment, the Asylum’s development and ongoing status were frequently a source of disquiet to the residents of Kew, who regularly petitioned the State Government for its removal. Despite these views, the Asylum was to remain a functioning institution from 1871 to 1988. Kew Asylum & Groundskew illustrated, kew where we live, photographic books, henry kellett, kew lunatic asylum -
Melton City LibrariesPhotograph, Bon Barrie, c.1940, Unknown
... Agriculture and farming Progress and Better Farming Association, Melton. Honorary Secretary, 1935 Member, Agricultural Engineering Society Australia c1960-1985 A successful grower of wheat, oats and barley, he planted experiment plots and held Field Days on the “Darlingsford” property. ...Agriculture and farming Progress and Better Farming Association, Melton. Honorary Secretary, 1935 Member, Agricultural Engineering Society Australia c1960-1985 A successful grower of wheat, oats and barley, he planted experiment plots and held Field Days on the “Darlingsford” property. ...SUMMARY - Ernest W (Bon) Barrie, 1909 – 1985 Profile Melton Mechanics Institute Member 1935 - 1982i Trustee 1952 - 1982 Life Member 1968 Years of service – 47 years He constructed and provided a public address system which was used at Melton and district halls and sports grounds for a wide variety of community events including school sports, gymkhanas, theatrical productions and processions. Fire Brigade Melton Fire Brigade (and predecessor Bush Fire Brigade) Apparatus Officer, 1945 - 1953 Captain, 1951 - 1965 Mt Cotterill Fire Brigades’ Group Elected Group Officer, on the formation of the Group, 1967. As Group Communications Officer he operated the VL3 LY base radio station from home on a 24 hour basis for fire brigades of Melton, Rockbank, Sydenham, Diggers Rest, Toolern Vale, Truganina and Werribee. With his brother Edgar, he built the first Melton Fire Truck. It was housed on the family property until a fire station was constructed in the Melton township. Recipient of the Queens Medal, 1979 Recognised for 44 years of service on the Melton Fire Brigade Memorial Wall Plaque, dedicated May 2013 Melton State School, no 430 Committee – School Correspondent (secretarial and financial role) 34 years of Service Provided his Amplifier Equipment for events and the annual district School Sports from 1939-1973. Donated the House Athletic Shield Melton and District Historical Society 1968 – 1985 President and foundation member Willows Historical Park – supported the establishment of the park and contributed many volunteers hours in the construction and landscaping of the precinct Member, Western Metropolitan Groups of Historical Societies, 1980s Shire of Melton Councillor South Riding, 1969-1971 Member of the Water Trust Melton Uniting Church Melton Uniting Church (and its predecessors the Methodist, Methodist-Presbyterian churches). A lifetime association which extended from childhood when he attended Sunday school until his death in 1985. Member of the Presbyterian Board of Management for more than 25 years in which he held positions of Honorary Secretary and Treasurer, Board member of the Parish Council and Member of the Committee of Management. He was a Sunday school teacher 1933. Community development With Mr RC Butler met with Shire Council in 1937 to canvass residents to ascertain prospective Electric consumers in the district. Electricity was subsequently turned on at dusk on 20th December 1939. Melton Progress Association, including Melton Musical, Elocutionary and Vocal Competitions, Vice President 1939 1940 Melton Development Association, 1960s Volunteer Air Observers Corps (VAOC)ii Carried out plane spotting at Shire Office and spotting tower in Melton and later from home until 1944/45. Agriculture and farming Progress and Better Farming Association, Melton. Honorary Secretary, 1935 Member, Agricultural Engineering Society Australia c1960-1985 A successful grower of wheat, oats and barley, he planted experiment plots and held Field Days on the “Darlingsford” property. He later diversified into other grains and sheep (wool and meat). He took a enthusiastic interest in agricultural engineering and was keen to introduce innovative ideas that improved the productivity of farms and farming practices. In the mid 1950 he conducted trials during harvest on the family property of the original mechanical hay fork built on a British Bedford truck by Bill Gillespie. This design was further refined in collaboration with the Gillespie brothers and resulted in the construction the hydraulically operated tractor mounted hay fork. The innovative design of the hay fork created interest from far and wide and was quickly taken up by farmers because it significantly reduced hand labouring of loading sheaves of hay with a pitch fork. His father established chaff mills in Melton, Rockbank, Parwan, Diggers Rest in the first decade of 1900 and in 1915 went into partnership with JR Schutt to establish the Schutt & Barrie Pty. Ltd. Chaff Cutting and Flour Mill in West Footscray. When it ceased trading in 1968 the directors were: Ernest W Barrie and Thomas L Barrie, R, A, and M Schutt. Awards Queens Medal, 1979 Rotary Award for Community Service, 1980 Victoria 150th Anniversary Celebrations contributions, 1985 Photographs of Bon Barrielocal identities, pioneer families -
Melton City LibrariesDocument, Service of Celebration and Thanksgiving for the life of Ernest Wesley Barrie (Bon) 1909-1985, 1985
... Agriculture and farming Progress and Better Farming Association, Melton. Honorary Secretary, 1935 Member, Agricultural Engineering Society Australia c1960-1985 A successful grower of wheat, oats and barley, he planted experiment plots and held Field Days on the “Darlingsford” property. ...Agriculture and farming Progress and Better Farming Association, Melton. Honorary Secretary, 1935 Member, Agricultural Engineering Society Australia c1960-1985 A successful grower of wheat, oats and barley, he planted experiment plots and held Field Days on the “Darlingsford” property. ...SUMMARY - Ernest W (Bon) Barrie, 1909 – 1985 Profile Melton Mechanics Institute Member 1935 - 1982i Trustee 1952 - 1982 Life Member 1968 Years of service – 47 years He constructed and provided a public address system which was used at Melton and district halls and sports grounds for a wide variety of community events including school sports, gymkhanas, theatrical productions and processions. Fire Brigade Melton Fire Brigade (and predecessor Bush Fire Brigade) Apparatus Officer, 1945 - 1953 Captain, 1951 - 1965 Mt Cotterill Fire Brigades’ Group Elected Group Officer, on the formation of the Group, 1967. As Group Communications Officer he operated the VL3 LY base radio station from home on a 24 hour basis for fire brigades of Melton, Rockbank, Sydenham, Diggers Rest, Toolern Vale, Truganina and Werribee. With his brother Edgar, he built the first Melton Fire Truck. It was housed on the family property until a fire station was constructed in the Melton township. Recipient of the Queens Medal, 1979 Recognised for 44 years of service on the Melton Fire Brigade Memorial Wall Plaque, dedicated May 2013 Melton State School, no 430 Committee – School Correspondent (secretarial and financial role) 34 years of Service Provided his Amplifier Equipment for events and the annual district School Sports from 1939-1973. Donated the House Athletic Shield Melton and District Historical Society 1968 – 1985 President and foundation member Willows Historical Park – supported the establishment of the park and contributed many volunteers hours in the construction and landscaping of the precinct Member, Western Metropolitan Groups of Historical Societies, 1980s Shire of Melton Councillor South Riding, 1969-1971 Member of the Water Trust Melton Uniting Church Melton Uniting Church (and its predecessors the Methodist, Methodist-Presbyterian churches). A lifetime association which extended from childhood when he attended Sunday school until his death in 1985. Member of the Presbyterian Board of Management for more than 25 years in which he held positions of Honorary Secretary and Treasurer, Board member of the Parish Council and Member of the Committee of Management. He was a Sunday school teacher 1933. Community development With Mr RC Butler met with Shire Council in 1937 to canvass residents to ascertain prospective Electric consumers in the district. Electricity was subsequently turned on at dusk on 20th December 1939. Melton Progress Association, including Melton Musical, Elocutionary and Vocal Competitions, Vice President 1939 1940 Melton Development Association, 1960s Volunteer Air Observers Corps (VAOC)ii Carried out plane spotting at Shire Office and spotting tower in Melton and later from home until 1944/45. Agriculture and farming Progress and Better Farming Association, Melton. Honorary Secretary, 1935 Member, Agricultural Engineering Society Australia c1960-1985 A successful grower of wheat, oats and barley, he planted experiment plots and held Field Days on the “Darlingsford” property. He later diversified into other grains and sheep (wool and meat). He took a enthusiastic interest in agricultural engineering and was keen to introduce innovative ideas that improved the productivity of farms and farming practices. In the mid 1950 he conducted trials during harvest on the family property of the original mechanical hay fork built on a British Bedford truck by Bill Gillespie. This design was further refined in collaboration with the Gillespie brothers and resulted in the construction the hydraulically operated tractor mounted hay fork. The innovative design of the hay fork created interest from far and wide and was quickly taken up by farmers because it significantly reduced hand labouring of loading sheaves of hay with a pitch fork. His father established chaff mills in Melton, Rockbank, Parwan, Diggers Rest in the first decade of 1900 and in 1915 went into partnership with JR Schutt to establish the Schutt & Barrie Pty. Ltd. Chaff Cutting and Flour Mill in West Footscray. When it ceased trading in 1968 the directors were: Ernest W Barrie and Thomas L Barrie, R, A, and M Schutt. Awards Queens Medal, 1979 Rotary Award for Community Service, 1980 Victoria 150th Anniversary Celebrations contributions, 1985 Service held at Melton Uniting Church local identities -
Kew Historical Society Inc
Archive (Sub-series) - Subject File, Farming (Kew), 1958
... Since its foundation in 1958, members of the Kew Historical Society have been compiling and storing information about subjects relating to the history of Kew and its environs, of which this file is an example. Typically files will contain primary and secondary sources. kew (vic) - history kew (vic) - farming kew (vic) - dairies kew (vic) - agriculture Archive file containing a newspaper article/clipping called ‘Our Pastoral Routes’ by Jenny Brown. ...Various partiesReference, Research, InformationSecondary Values (KHS Imposed Order)Subject file containing a newspaper article/clipping called ‘Our Pastoral Routes’ by Jenny Brown.kew (vic) - history, kew (vic) - farming, kew (vic) - dairies, kew (vic) - agriculturekew (vic) - history, kew (vic) - farming, kew (vic) - dairies, kew (vic) - agriculture -
Kew Historical Society IncPhotograph, Agricultural Equipment, c.1920
... The original glass negative is part of a set donated to the Society by Ian McKenzie, a professional photographer in Kew. agriculture glass negatives farming equipment Agricultural equipment, ca. 1910-ca. 1920. ...This photograph was printed from a glass negative held in the Society's picture collection. The original glass negative is part of a set donated to the Society by Ian McKenzie, a professional photographer in Kew. Agricultural equipment, ca. 1910-ca. 1920. An elaborate piece of farm machinery powered by a small engine. The four-wheeled unit has a tank and a hose. The purpose of both is unclear. Like a number of glass negatives in the Collection, this plate has been reused. The original photograph shows houses in a streetscape. In the distance is an advertisement for starch, roughly painted on a fence.agriculture, glass negatives, farming equipment -
Kew Historical Society IncPhotograph, Agricultural Equipment, c.1921
... The original glass negative is part of a set donated to the Society by Ian McKenzie, a professional photographer in Kew. agriculture farming machinery glass negatives Agricultural equipment, After 1920. ...This photograph was printed from a glass negative held in the Society's picture collection. The original glass negative is part of a set donated to the Society by Ian McKenzie, a professional photographer in Kew. Agricultural equipment, After 1920. A print from a glass negative that has been reused to document an item of equipment used on a farm. The equipment is vehicular and designed to be hauled behind another form of transport, either equine or mechanical. On the vehicle, there is a motor at the rear. The main part of the vehicle is a barrel that might have been used to hold liquid or solids. The original photograph would appear to be a scene adjacent to a beach. The photo was printed from a glass negative in the collection. The original glass negative is part of a set donated to the Society by Ian McKenzie.agriculture, farming machinery, glass negatives -
Kew Historical Society IncPhotograph - Born Digital Photograph, Robert Baker, Farming in Kew, Kew Library, 2014, 2014
... Photograph of a small display in the showcase at Kew Library kew (vic) - agriculture exhibitions - Kew Historical Society Born digital image of a display in the Kew Library of historic photographs and items relating to farming in Kew. ...Photograph of a small display in the showcase at Kew LibraryBorn digital image of a display in the Kew Library of historic photographs and items relating to farming in Kew. The display was mounted using Kew Historical Society images and artefacts.kew (vic) - agriculture, exhibitions - kew historical society -
Old Colonists' Association of Ballarat Inc.Work on paper, Harold Herbert, 'An Old Cottage Cornwall' by Harold Herbert, c1923
... Harold Herbert Old Colonists' Club Ballarat agriculture farming horses animals plough Lime Kiln Cottage Lower right corner - Harold Herbert for the Old Colonists' Club 1931 A framed etching showing cottage in Cornwall. A proof was exhibited in London at the Fine Art Society ...Harold HERBERT (1891–1945) A well known watercolour painter who was principal of the Ballarat Technical Art School. It is also known as Lime Kiln Cottage. A framed etching showing cottage in Cornwall. A proof was exhibited in London at the Fine Art Society in 1923.Lower right corner - Harold Herbert for the Old Colonists' Club 1931harold herbert, old colonists' club ballarat, agriculture, farming, horses, animals, plough, lime kiln cottage -
Mont De LanceyBook, W. Fream, LL.D, Elements of Agriculture A Textbook, 1892
... Thomas Sebire was awarded this book - he studied at the Royal Horticultural Society in Victoria. agriculture farming An English textbook for elementary work on Agriculture adapted for use in rural and other schools and classes. ...An English textbook for elementary work on Agriculture adapted for use in rural and other schools and classes.A plain blue hardcover textbook, Elements of Agriculture by W. Fream, LL.D. The spine has the title, author symbol for The Royal Agricultural Society of England, price 2/6 and the publisher John Murray written in gold lettering. it has three parts to the contents, the soil, the plant and the animal along with an Index of plants and a general index. At the back there are listed pamphlets published by the Society and books relevant to the topic. Diagrams, illustrations, tables and charts are included. 450p.non-fictionAn English textbook for elementary work on Agriculture adapted for use in rural and other schools and classes.agriculture, farming
