An extract from Prue McGoldricks nee Hyett book When the Whistle Blew It is a photo of two weatherboard houses in First Avenue Sunshine c1943 and were probably built in the early 1920sfirst avenue, house, mcgoldrick

This photo is one of a collection of photos taken during Alan Niemann's - Drainage-Road Making Scheme. First Avenue runs between Station Street and Sixth Avenue.Black and white photo looking east along First Avenue, Aspendale. The road us unmade and rusted with vegetation growing on the road, houses and electricity poles line both sides. unmade street, aspendale, first avenue, alan niemann, drainage-road making scheme

After training as a Cartographic Draftsman within the mining industry, I worked as a property illustrator for real estate firms in the eastern suburbs of Melbourne for 23 years from 1983. I initially photographed houses with a Polaroid camera and made a 'thumbnail' sketch while there. The photos were used to scale off a sketch in pencil and then that sketch was overlaid with drafting film and the 'pen and ink' completed. The pens I used were the Rotring ‘Rapidigraph’ drafting pens. The ink was also made by Rotring (German).The film was ‘Rapidraw’, polyester drafting film, double matte. It takes a very fine line and doesn’t bleed. As well as house sketches, there were often floor plans and site plans ordered. Aerial sketches were ordered when the property needed an overall view. (Margaret Picken, 2020)This drawing is one of a series created by Margaret Picken for real estate agents in Melbourne between 1983 and 2006. Each work is signed and dated by the artist.Gift of Margaret Picken, 2020Pen and ink drawing on drafting film of 3 First Avenue, Kew by Margaret Picken.3 FIRST AVE., KEW E / MARGARET PICKEN ~97 / WOODARDS ~ HAWTHORNartist -- margaret picken 1950-, property illustrations — buildings — kew (vic.), 3 first avenue -- kew east (vic.)

After training as a Cartographic Draftsman within the mining industry, I worked as a property illustrator for real estate firms in the eastern suburbs of Melbourne for 23 years from 1983. I initially photographed houses with a Polaroid camera and made a 'thumbnail' sketch while there. The photos were used to scale off a sketch in pencil and then that sketch was overlaid with drafting film and the 'pen and ink' completed. The pens I used were the Rotring ‘Rapidigraph’ drafting pens. The ink was also made by Rotring (German).The film was ‘Rapidraw’, polyester drafting film, double matte. It takes a very fine line and doesn’t bleed. As well as house sketches, there were often floor plans and site plans ordered. Aerial sketches were ordered when the property needed an overall view. (Margaret Picken, 2020)This drawing is one of a series created by Margaret Picken for real estate agents in Melbourne between 1983 and 2006. Each work is signed and dated by the artist.Gift of Margaret Picken, 2020Pen and ink drawing on drafting film of 6 First Avenue, Kew by Margaret Picken.6 FIRST AVE., E. KEW / MARGARET PICKEN ~93 / WOODARDS ~ KEWartist -- margaret picken 1950-, property illustrations — buildings — kew (vic.), 6 first avenue -- kew east (vic.)

After training as a Cartographic Draftsman within the mining industry, I worked as a property illustrator for real estate firms in the eastern suburbs of Melbourne for 23 years from 1983. I initially photographed houses with a Polaroid camera and made a 'thumbnail' sketch while there. The photos were used to scale off a sketch in pencil and then that sketch was overlaid with drafting film and the 'pen and ink' completed. The pens I used were the Rotring ‘Rapidigraph’ drafting pens. The ink was also made by Rotring (German).The film was ‘Rapidraw’, polyester drafting film, double matte. It takes a very fine line and doesn’t bleed. As well as house sketches, there were often floor plans and site plans ordered. Aerial sketches were ordered when the property needed an overall view. (Margaret Picken, 2020)This drawing is one of a series created by Margaret Picken for real estate agents in Melbourne between 1983 and 2006. Each work is signed and dated by the artist.Gift of Margaret Picken, 2020Pen and ink drawing on drafting film of 29 First Avenue, Kew by Margaret Picken.29 FIRST AVE., KEW EAST / MARGARET PICKEN ~93 / WOODARDS ~ KEWartist -- margaret picken 1950-, property illustrations — buildings — kew (vic.), 29 first avenue -- kew (vic.)

This architectural drawing is one of a series created by Margaret Picken for a number of real estate agents in Melbourne between 1983 and 2005. Each work is signed and dated by the artist.Gift of Margaret Picken, 2020Pen and ink architectural drawing on drafting film of 57 First Avenue, Kew by Margaret Picken.57 FIRST AVE., KEW / MARGARET PICKEN ~92 / WOODARDS ~ KEWartist -- margaret picken 1950-, architectural drawings -- houses -- kew (vic.), 57 first avenue - kew (vic).

This architectural drawing is one of a series created by Margaret Picken for a number of real estate agents in Melbourne between 1983 and 2005. Each work is signed and dated by the artist.Gift of Margaret Picken, 2020Pen and ink architectural drawing on drafting film of 4 First Avenue, Kew by Margaret Picken.4 FIRST AVE., KEW / MARGARET PICKEN '89 / WOODARDS ~ KEWartist -- margaret picken 1950-, architectural drawings -- houses -- kew (vic.), 4 first avenue - kew (vic).

This architectural drawing is one of a series created by Margaret Picken for a number of real estate agents in Melbourne between 1983 and 2005. Each work is signed and dated by the artist.Gift of Margaret Picken, 2020Pen and ink architectural drawing on drafting film of 3 First Avenue, Kew by Margaret Picken.3 FIRST AVE., KEW / PICKEN © 2003 / REALTORartist -- margaret picken 1950-, architectural drawings -- houses -- kew (vic.), 3 first avenue - kew (vic).

Erected 1974, dismantled 2000s. The Headquarters was operated from the family home at Ferris road at its inception, and in 1974 to the Barrie home at First Avenue Melton South. A storage office and Radio Tower was erected in the yard. A connection phone line was linked to the home of Wayne and Lynn Sullivan who lived at the rear in Kurrajong Cr later became LY remote. Wayne later became Communications Officer and the Headquarters moved location to the Melton Fire Station. The Mount Cotterill Group encompassed the Rural Fire Brigades of Melton, Rockbank, Sydenham, Toolern Vale, Truganina, and Werribee and later Diggers Rest. In the stage of transition from H.F.( High Frequency) to Very High Frequency some radio sets were non CFA Tankers when the group was established. Antenna was at 19 First Avenue, Melton.emergency services

These photographs provide a visual record of assorted buildings, street views, and notable locations throughout Sunshine in 2021.This collection of photographs preserves a visual record of Sunshine 2021.5616.01 - Devonshire Rd 80 Rear Sunshine 2021 Photo 01.JPG 5616.02 - Devonshire Rd Opposite Withers St 2021 Photo 01.JPG 5616.03 - Dickson St 3 - 15 Sunshine 2021 Photo 01.JPG 5616.04 - Dickson St 5 - 15 Sunshine 2021 Photo 01.JPG 5616.05 - Dickson St 9 - 11A Sunshine 2021 Photo 01.JPG 5616.06 - Dickson St 67 Sunshine 2021 Photo 01.JPG 5616.07 - Durham Rd 138 Watt St Side 2021 Photo 01.JPG 5616.08 - Durham Rd 141 Sunshine - Durham Road Clinic 2021 Photo 01.JPG 5616.09 - Durham Rd 150 Sunshine 2021 Photo 01.JPG 5616.10 - Durham Rd 150 Sunshine 2021 Photo 02.JPG 5616.11 - Durham Rd 1932 - Derrimut Hotel 2021 Photo 01.JPG 5616.12 - Ardoyne St 11 Sunshine 2021 Photo 01.JPG 5616.13 - Arthur Beachley Reserve Pavilion Arthur Beachley Reserve 2021 Photo 05.JPG 5616.14 - Arthur Beachley Reserve Pavilion Arthur Beachley Reserve 2021 Photo 07.JPG 5616.15 - Arthur Beachley Reserve Pavilion Arthur Beachley Reserve 2021 Photo 08.JPG 5616.17 - Dickson St 1 - 13 - Shops 2021 Photo 01.JPG 5616.18 - Dickson St 67 Sunshine 2021 Photo 02.JPG 5616.19 - First Ave 16 Sunshine Photo 01.JPG 5616.20 - Forrest St Sunshine - Former Quarry At End Of Forrest St Sunshine 2021 Photo 01.JPG 5616.21 - Friends of Kororoit Creek Seat Sunshine South 2021 Photo 01.JPG 5616.22 - Friends of Kororoit Creek Seat Sunshine South 2021 Photo 02.JPG 5616.23 - George St Sunshine - Brimbank Multi-deck Car Park 2021 Photo 01.JPG 5616.24 - George St Sunshine - Former SECV Depot 2021 Photo 01.JPG 5616.25 - H.V. McKay Bridge 2021 Photo 01.JPG 5616.26 - H.V. McKay Memorial Gardens 2021 Photo 01.JPG 5616.27 - H.V. McKay Memorial Gardens 2021 Photo 03.JPG 5616.28 - H.V. McKay Memorial Gardens 2021 Photo 05.JPG 5616.29 - H.V. McKay Memorial Gardens 2021 Photo 07.JPG 5616.30 - H.V. McKay Memorial Gardens 2021 Photo 09.JPG 5616.32 - H.V. McKay Memorial Gardens 2021 Photo 14.JPG 5616.33 - H.V. McKay Memorial Gardens 2021 Photo 15.JPG 5616.34 - H.V. McKay Memorial Gardens.JPG 5616.35 - Hampshire Rd 36 Sunshine - Former Milk Bar 2021 Photo 01.JPG 5616.36 - Hampshire Rd 77 Sunshine 2021 Photo 01.JPG 5616.37 - Hampshire Rd 77 Sunshine 2021 Photo 02.JPG 5616.38 - Hampshire Rd 89 Sunshine - Helping Hands Op Shop (Former Dairy) 2021 Photo 01.JPG 5616.39 - Hampshire Rd 91 Sunshine - Helping Hands Op Shop 2021 Photo 02.JPG 5616.40 - Hampshire Rd 100 Sunshine - Melbourne Style Tinting (Former Crittall) 2021 Photo 01.JPG sunshine, devonshire road, dickson street, durham road, ardoyne street, first avenue, forrest street, albion, george street, hampshire road, durham road clinic, derrimut hotel, arthur beachley reserve, h.v. mckay memorial gardens, helping hands op shop

These photographs provide a visual record of assorted buildings, street views, and notable locations throughout Sunshine in 2023.This collection of photographs preserves a visual record of Sunshine 2023.5633.01 - Alexander Ave Sunshine - Sunshine Municipal Offices 2023 Photo 01.JPG 5633.02 - Anderson Rd 70 Sunshine - Salvation Army Manse 2023 Photo 01.JPG 5633.03 - Anderson Rd 117 - 127 Sunshine 2023 Photo 01.JPG 5633.04 - Anderson Rd 126 Sunshine - Presbyterian Manse 2023 Photo 01.JPG 5633.05 - Ballarat Rd 361 Sunshine 2023 Photo 01.JPG 5633.06 - City Place Sunshine 2023 Photo 01.JPG 5633.07 - Dawson St 5 Sunshine - Fire 2023 Photo 01.JPG 5633.08 - Dawson St 5 Sunshine - Fire 2023 Photo 03.JPG 5633.09 - Derby Rd 135 Sunshine 2023 Photo 01.JPG 5633.10 - Devonshire Rd 2 Sunshine - Decorative Glass Window 2023 Photo 01.JPG 5633.11 - Devonshire Rd 21C Sunshine - Shop Fire 2023 Photo 01.JPG 5633.12 - Devonshire Rd 21C Sunshine - Shop Fire 2023 Photo 03.JPG 5633.13 - Dawson St 5 Sunshine - Fire 2023 Photo 04.JPG 5633.14 - Devonshire Rd 26 - 28 Sunshine 2023 Photo 01.JPG 5633.15 - Devonshire Rd Cnr Hampshire Rd Sunshine 2023 Photo 01.JPG 5633.16 - Dickson St 1 - 3 Sunshine 2023 Photo 01.JPG 5633.17 - Dickson St 1 - 3 Sunshine 2023 Photo 02.JPG 5633.18 - Dickson St 1 - 15 Sunshine 2023 Photo 01.JPG 5633.19 - Dickson St 5 Sunshine 2023 Photo 01.JPG 5633.20 - Dickson St 5 Sunshine 2023 Photo 03.JPG 5633.21 - Dickson St 5 Sunshine 2023 Photo 07.JPG 5633.22 - Dickson St 5 Sunshine 2023 Photo 10.JPG 5633.23 - Dickson St 5 Sunshine 2023 Photo 12.JPG 5633.24 - Dickson St 5 Sunshine 2023 Photo 14.JPG 5633.25 - Dickson St 5 Sunshine 2023 Photo 18.JPG 5633.26 - Dickson St 5 Sunshine 2023 Photo 24.JPG 5633.27 - Dickson St 5 Sunshine 2023 Photo 25.JPG 5633.28 - Dickson St 5 Sunshine 2023 Photo 26.JPG 5633.29 - First Ave 24 Sunshine 2023 Photo 01.JPG 5633.30 - H.V. McKay Memorial Gardens 2023 Photo 11.JPG 5633.31 - H.V. McKay Memorial Gardens - Dorothy McNeill Seat 2023 Photo 01.JPG 5633.32 - H.V. McKay Memorial Gardens 2023 Photo 07.JPG 5633.33 - H.V. McKay Memorial Gardens 2023 Photo 09.JPG 5633.34 - H.V. McKay Memorial Gardens Centurary Tree 2023 Photo 01.JPG 5633.35 - Hampshire Rd Sunshine - Sunshine Primary School 2023 Photo 01.JPG 5633.36 - Hampshire Rd Sunshine - Sunshine Primary School 2023 Photo 03.JPG 5633.37 - Hampshire Rd 215 - 217 Sunshine 2023 Photo 01.JPG 5633.38 - Hampshire Rd 254 Sunshine - The Precinct 2023 Photo 01.JPG 5633.39 - Hampshire Rd 254 Sunshine - The Precinct 2023 Photo 02.JPG 5633.40 - Hampshire Rd Sunshine - Duplicates Sign 2023 Photo 01.JPG sunshine, sunshine municipal offices, alexandra avenue, anderson road, salvation army manse, sunshine presbyterian church manse, ballarat road, city place, dawson street, derby road, devonshire road, dickson street, first avenue, h.v. mckay memorial gardens, dorothy mcneill seat, sunshine primary school, hampshire road

Photograph of two houses on 1st Avenue Sunshine in 1943. On left side is the home of Mr William Bill Hyett on right is Mrs R Hewitts house. Structures most likely built during early 1920s. Note Mr Hyett is the owner of the original photo from which the photocopy was made.first avenue, william "bill" hyett, house

Pru Sanderson, in her groundbreaking ‘City of Kew Urban Conservation Study : Volume 2 - Development History’ (1988), summarised the periods of urban development and subdivisions of land in Kew. The periods that she identified included 1845-1880, 1880-1893, 1893-1921, 1921-1933, 1933-1943, and Post-War Development. These periods were selected as they represented periods of rapid growth or decline in urban development. An obvious starting point for Sanderson’s groupings involved population growth and the associated economic cycles. These cycles also highlighted urban expansion onto land that was predominantly rural, although in other cases it represented the decline and breakup of large estates. A number of the plans in the Kew Historical Society’s collection can also be found in other collections, such as those of the State Library of Victoria and the Boroondara Library Service. A number are however unique to the collection.The Kew Historical Society collection includes almost 100 subdivision plans pertaining to suburbs of the City of Melbourne. Most of these are of Kew, Kew East or Studley Park, although a smaller number are plans of Camberwell, Deepdene, Balwyn and Hawthorn. It is believed that the majority of the plans were gifted to the Society by persons connected with the real estate firm - J. R. Mathers and McMillan, 136 Cotham Road, Kew. The Plans in the collection are rarely in pristine form, being working plans on which the agent would write notes and record lots sold and the prices of these. The subdivision plans are historically significant examples of the growth of urban Melbourne from the beginning of the 20th Century up until the 1980s. A number of the plans are double-sided and often include a photograph on the reverse. A number of the latter are by noted photographers such as J.E. Barnes.Undated Plan of Subdivision of Crown Portion 84 in what is now Kew. The area shown is bordered by Burke Road, Harp Road, Arglye Road and Normanby Road.subdivision plans -- kew (vic), harp road, burke road, normanby road, lady loch's drive, gladstone street, second avenue, first avenue

non-fictionavenues of honour, war, war memorials

One of a collection of photographs purchased from Photo First, Thompson Avenue, Cowes, when it closed in June, 2014.Large Sepia photograph of the early 1930's? racing car on the road circuit with crowd watching.racing car, phillip island road racing circuit, photo first phillip island

One of a collection of photographs purchased from Photo First, Thompson Avenue, Cowes, when it closed in June, 2014.Large Black & White photograph of 2 men on a Sunbeam motorbike and sidecar at Phillip Island in the 1930's.motorbike racing on phillip island, sunbeam motorbike & sidecar, photo first

One of a collection of photographs purchased from Photo First, Thompson Avenue, Cowes, when it closed in June, 2014.Large Sepia photograph of a motorcycle rider, possibly Agostini Agostart, standing and crowd of onlookers and team workers.Historic motorsport, Agostini Agostart.motor cycle racing, agostini agostart, photo first

One of a collection of photographs purchased from Photo First, Thompson Avenue, Cowes, when it closed in June, 2014.Nine small black & white photographs on one large photo. Consisting of road cars being unloaded at the Jetty, competing in a race, collecting flags and crowds watching the events.motorcar racing, car racing on phillip island road circuit, photo first phillip island

Three of a collection of photographs purchased from Photo First, Thompson Avenue, Cowes, when it closed in June, 2014.Three Black & White & Sepia photograph enlargements of Motorcycle Grand Prix racing on the road circuit on Phillip Island. 335-12 - The Start of the race. 335-13 - The Start of the race with a crowd watching. 335-14 - A crowed gathered around for the presentation after the Motorcycle Grand Prix, showing resultson the Scoreboard of Victoria Motor Cycle Club and the winner being carried on peoples' shoulders. Advertisement for Shell Motor Oils on the board.motor cycle racing, grand prix road circuit phillip island, photo first phillip island

One of a collection of photographs purchased from Photo First, Thompson Avenue, Cowes when it closed in June, 2014. The Bayview Guesthouse eventually burnt down.Large Black & White photograph of the Bayview Guesthouse, located on the corner of The Esplanade and Warley Avenue, Cowes.guesthouses cowes phillip island, bayview guesthouse cowes, photo first phillip island

One of a collection of photographs purchased from Photo First, Thompson Avenue, Cowes, when it closed in June, 2014. The bridge was built in 1939 and opened in November 1940. Large Black & White photograph of Phillip Island Suspension Bridge, the first bridge from San Remo to Newhaven.phillip island suspention bridge, suspension bridge, photo first phillip island

One of a collections of photographs purchased from Photo First, Thompson Avenue, Cowes, when it closed in June 2014. The store was previously the Cowes General Store. It changed ownership several times.Large Black & White photograph of Cowes Fruit Supply and a L Donnellan Ph Chemist in Thompson Avenue, Cowes. cowes general store, a. l. donnellan, photo first phillip island

Ernest W (Bon) Barrie, 1909 – 1985 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 Mt Cotterell Fire Brigades G H Q and aerial was erected at No 17 - 19 First Avenue in 1974 at the home of Edna and Bon Barrie. Previously the Mt Cotterell Group VL3LY communication headquarters occupied their h ome in Ferris road at its inception in 1967. The First Avenue headquarters and map room, with radio equipment was also housed at the residence. It was operated with an additional cable connection to Fireman Wayne Sullivan (Deputy C/O) who resided at the rear in Kurrajong Cr.Section of the Melton Fire Brigade Memorial wall with brigade members who have passed away while as members. emergency services, local identities

One of a collection of photographs purchased from Photo First, Thompson Avenue, Cowes, when it closed down in June 2014. Photograph of The Esplancade near corner of Bass Avenue. Tennis Courts belonging to Yackatoon or Continental.Large Black & White photograph of The Esplanade, Cowes showing cars, tennis courts and Moreton Bay fig in the foreground.the esplanade cowes, moreton bay fig, photo first phillip island

One of a collection of photographs purchased from Photo First, Thompson Avenue, Cowes when it closed in June, 2014. Dennis Harris on the whale, 2nd to right of lady in head scarf. One of the students, Helen Forrest, believes it was in 1948.Large Black & White photograph of school children and several adults standing on and near a whale carcass near the old pier, at Cat Bay, Phillip Island.whale carcass, cat bay phillip island, dennis harris, photo first phillip island, helen forrest, cowes primary school

One of a collection of photographs purchased from Photo First, Thompson Avenue, Cowes, when it closed in June, 2014. The opening of the War Memorial on the Cowes foreshore near the Jetty was unveiled by Mr Henry Brand, Anzac Day 1920. Large Black & White photograph of a crowd at the opening of the Cowes War Memorial, near the Jetty and opposite the Isle of wight Hotel. Very wet day as people with umbrellas to keep the rain off.cowes war memorial, mr henry brand, anzac day, photo first phillip island

One of a group of Historical photographs purchased from Photo First Shop in Thompson Avenue, Cowes when it closed in June, 2014.Large Black & White photograph of Cowes West Beach, Mussell Rocks and the Sea Baths.Cowes Beachcowes west beach phillip island, mussell rocks cowes phillip island, cowes sea baths, photo first phillip island

In 1975 the Melton Fire Station opened in McKenzie Street. In the 1950s with the introduction two-way HF and later VHF very high frequency radio sets. Melton Rural Fire Brigade was part of the Bacchus Marsh Group. Radio sets where located in the Melton Fire Truck, and in the house of the Barrie family at Ferris Road. This was an ideal location to observe a 360 degree view in all directions when smoke appeared on the horizon. An antenna was erected beside the house. The set OX 7 was located in the kitchen and monitored 24 hours by the family. When an electrical fire occurred at the junction of the electricity to the house there was time to radio the fire station and summons the men working in the paddocks, thus saving the house from possible destruction. With the introduction of UHF – ultra high frequency Vinten Radios the signal was clearer and static and interference lessened and radio traffic became easier to read, and reduced noise levels in the household. In 1974 when the family moved to First Avenue, another antenna and a small building were erected adjacent to the residence and used to house the equipment, maps. Radio traffic consisted of regular schedule times and communication with adjoining groups of brigades such as Bacchus Marsh, Mt Macedon and Little River Groups. Many of the brigade and group base radios were situated in private residences and operated primarily by fire fighters wives who held the position of Communications Officer, either registered as a brigade member or informally.Regional News Gazette article about the construction of a new fire station in Melton and an Express article with brigade members at the opening of the station.emergency services

TRANSCRIPTION - Region 14 Mount Cotterill Fire Brigades Group final radio schedule Sunday 26/11/78 Last regular sched as GO Thanks to all Brigades and Members and will carry on communications and GO taking over. thanks on behalf of Ed and I over the years Thanks from LY 1 Good job LY 23 Good job over the years LY 33 ????? LY 43 Thanks for making ? LY 45 Trug [anina] for all work done and looking to assist in future Group No first for Tel LY 48 Thanks job well done LY 51 From officers and fireman add congrat to job well done, both you and your wife. LY 51 Rene Thanks for assist to me by you and Mrs Barrie LY Rem Thanks and look for help when roles are reversed. LY/OX G Morn to Group Freda and I and BM Group and sad. I too approach with mixed feelings / radios beginning in the 50’s too long to remember LY/OX I took clues from transmissions. Fires along the rail line OX and LY and RC From all Hand written notes by Edna Barrie during transmission of last radio schedule of Group Communications Officer Mt Cotterill Fire Brigade Group taken by EW (Bon) Barrie from Headquarters at 19 First Avenue Melton South. 1967 – 1978.Edna Barrie's copy of the procedure booklet, issued by Country Fire Authority emergency services