This children's book tells the story of 'Gendarme' a much loved Melbourne police horse during the 1970s.The connection to Greensborough is through Trevor Partington who owned this book. Trevor was a mounted policemen.32 pages, hard cover. black and white illustrations.Inside front cover: "This book belonged to Trevor Partington who worked with Victoria Police as a mounted policeman. Alex Tassell (Gendarme's trainer) was Trevor’s boss. - Faye Fort (nee Partington) 2013." gendarme (police horse), alex tassell, trevor partington, victoria police

First Ringwood Spring Fair (did they ever hold another?) at various locations. In Notlen St the band included Gendarme the famous Victoria Police horse, and the Cobb and Co coach. The balance of the Spring Pair photos were taken in the park/ gardens opposite the old Ringwood Market site. 1971. (Pam Payne)

A regular event for the widows was a concert in Fitzroy gardens performed by the Police Band. Usually held in March each year. The police horse Gendarme was a regular favourite. From a folder of photos from 1992 to 1993 so the date is estimated to be 1992.A record of regular events for widows to attend and enjoy together.Colour photo x 9 of widows at a concert in Fitzroy Gardens and an article in The Answer.widows, concert, police band

First Ringwood Spring Fair (did they ever hold another?) at various locations. In Notlen St the band included Gendarme the famous Victoria Police horse, and the Cobb and Co coach. The balance of the Spring Pair photos were taken in the park/ gardens opposite the old Ringwood Market site. c1971. (Pam Payne)

First Ringwood Spring Fair (did they ever hold another?) at various locations. In Notlen St the band included Gendarme the famous Victoria Police horse, and the Cobb and Co coach. The balance of the Spring Pair photos were taken in the park/ gardens opposite the old Ringwood Market site. 1971. (Pam Payne)

First Ringwood Spring Fair (did they ever hold another?) at various locations. In Notlen St the band included Gendarme the famous Victoria Police horse, and the Cobb and Co coach. The balance of the Spring Pair photos were taken in the park/ gardens opposite the old Ringwood Market site. 1971. (Pam Payne)

First Ringwood Spring Fair (did they ever hold another?) at various locations. In Notlen St the band included Gendarme the famous Victoria Police horse, and the Cobb and Co coach. The balance of the Spring Pair photos were taken in the park/ gardens opposite the old Ringwood Market site. 1971. (Pam Payne)

First Ringwood Spring Fair (did they ever hold another?) at various locations. In Notlen St the band included Gendarme the famous Victoria Police horse, and the Cobb and Co coach. The balance of the Spring Pair photos were taken in the park/ gardens opposite the old Ringwood Market site. 1971. (Pam Payne)

First Ringwood Spring Fair (did they ever hold another?) at various locations. In Notlen St the band included Gendarme the famous Victoria Police horse, and the Cobb and Co coach. The balance of the Spring Pair photos were taken in the park/ gardens opposite the old Ringwood Market site. 1971. (Pam Payne)

A regular event for the widows was a concert by the Police Band in the Fitzroy Gardens. Held in March for many years. Held on the 1st March 1993 with around 600 ladies from all over Victoria in attendance. The Victorian Police Band was led by Inspector Mike Pyne and performers Daina Jowsey and Brian Carberry sang. The Victoria Police Pipe Band also played. The photos show the widows sitting in the sunshine and the band including the police horse Gendarme.A record of regular events for widows to attend and enjoy together.Colour photo x 2 of a Police Band concert in Fitzroy Gardens in 1993 and an article in the Answer.widows, concert, activities, answer, police band

A regular event for the widows was a concert in Fitzroy gardens performed by the Police Band. Usually held in March each year. The police horse Gendarme was a regular favourite and his horse float can be seen in the background. These photos show the widows enjoying the music and performers. President of the Melbourne Widows Club Irene Noll is seen in the first photo in floral top and black skirt. Legatees Geoff Swan and Charles Munnerley are standing by the microphone as Legatee Eddie Jowett reads something. Legatee Jowett regularly hosted and sang at monthly concerts at Legacy House. An article in the Answer in June 1994 shows Irene Noll at the concert in the same clothes so the date is assumed to be 1994. (Though it could also be 1992 which was when Legatee Geoff Swan was president).A record of regular events for widows to attend and enjoy together.Colour photo x 7 of widows at a concert in Fitzroy Gardens and an article in The Answer.widows, concert, answer, police band, fitzroy gardens

A regular event for the widows was a concert by the Police Band in the Fitzroy Gardens. It was held in March for many years. The concert in 1994 was a success with beautiful weather. Over 740 widows attended. The Victoria Police Concert Band was led by Musical Director, Inspector Michael Pyne. There was a performance by the Police Pipe Band. Singer Brian Carbery performed. The photos show the widows sitting in the sunshine and the band including the police drum horse Gendarme. The article about the horse says it was the first appearance by 'Gendarme 5' who took over from another horse that passed away last year. Photos also included Legatee Eddie Jowett with a widow, and Legatee Charles Munnerley and Joan Miller, who both work on the Legacy newsletter. Photos were in an envelope marked with 'Victoria Police Concert and Pipe Bands, 7/3/94'A record of regular events for widows to attend and enjoy together.Colour photo x 8 of a Police Band concert in Fitzroy Gardens in 1994 and an article in the Answer.widows, answer, concert, police band