Else Oertel was an internee in Camp 3A from 1940-1945. Else (a German) was interned in the same compound as many Italians. Her Italian neighbours, Mr & Mrs Manlio & Henrietta Pecchioni presented this prayer book to her in memory of their internment together. This & other items were donated by her daughter, Else-Lore.Prayer book in Italian language. Book with black cover. Red writing on front cover: "L'Amico del Prigioniero". 486 pages.Inside front cover: C/O of D. Mazzieri Via Vittorio Emanuele 42 Parma Italia|Frontispage: To my Friend with my love. Eta(?) Pecchioni.|Frontispage, again: Inscription in Italian, believed to read "To our dear, kind Friend & companion of misadventure", M. Pecchioni, (internment number) 25234, Tatura 26.7.43tatura, ww2, italian language, camp 3, internment, internee camps, prayer book, books, religion, italian, pecchioni, manilo, else oertel

Many people in the local community are of Italian origin or descent. Not surprisingly, Italian is one of two LOTE languages taught at Galen Catholic College. These photos record an Italian cultural day at Galen Catholic College, where Italian food was cooked and served up to many of our students.galen catholic college, galen college, italian language, italian culture, italian, lote, 2016

Alexander Wright was born on 25 August, 1898 in Smeaton He was the brother of musician Frank Wright. Alex Wright was killed whilst performing at the Birmingham Empire as the result of a German air Attack in October 1940. The theatre had a direct hit. According to Frank Wright Alex was a great impersonator with a unique range Bass - tenor with many accents (not unlike Peter Dawson) "AUSTRALIAN CARUSO Smeaton Boy's Fame Andre Navarre, who left Australia about three years ago to study opera in Europe, bids fair to take a place among the world's great tenors. A few months ago Navarre sang for Melba for the first time, and she immediately acclaimed him to be a finished artist, describing his voice as the nearest approach to the immortal Caruso she had ever heard, writes the Ballarat "Courier." Andre Navarre is, however, only a stage name adopted by Alexander Wright, a son of Mr. and Mrs. William. Wright, of Armstrong street North, Ballarat, and brother of Mr. Frank Wright and Mrs. William Ritchie, of that city. Born at smeaton 31 years ago, in what may be termed a musical atmosphere; Alex. Wright showed a definite desire to sing at a very early age, and in his boyhood figured as soloist at school concerts, etc. His youth was spent around Smeaton, working at home and at various farms in the district until he was about 19 years of age, when he secured a position at the Dunlop rubber works, Melbourne. Up to this period Wright had no vocal training whatever, but being the possessor of a good resonant baritone voice, was persuaded by some of his friends to "have a go at the stage.'' Securing a position in the chorus of "Maid of the Mountains," which was at that time showing at the Theatre Royal, he soon made his voice heard to advantage, and also commenced to take lessons from Signor Robottaro. It was about this time that Wright was invited by a fellow musician to a musical evening at which a member of Rigo's grand opera company, then performing at " The Playhouse," was also present. Hearing Wright sing, the musician immediately said : ' You're a fool to waste your time in a chorus with that voice. Rigo is looking for a singer like you for the role of 'Figaro' in 'Barber of Seville'." Alex, however, did not take the remark seriously, and it was only after the numerous persuasions of friends who obviously knew the real value of his voice that the modest young man was eventually induced to meet Rigo. The Italian maestro was so delighted with the voice that without hesitation he was given the principle role of "The Barber" to study. Many singers having previously been tried and rejected for the part, Wright was astonished at his success in being chosen, and awakened suddenly to the fact by the maestro that a world voice, if properly trained, would surely develop in the young artist, Alex at once settled down to study, and all day long in his boarding house at St. Kilda could be heard rehearsing his new role. In less than a month he had completely mastered the part, and on the opening night, in the exacting role of "The Barber," he was an outstanding success. Later, he toured Australia with many leading artists, including Elsa Stralia and Harry Lauder, and spent his last two years in Sydney, where he was engaged as soloist in the biggest picture house. Realising that a training in Italy and on the Continent was essential for a successful operatic singer, the young artist decided to go overseas to continue his studies. He did not leave Australia, however, before he gratuitously gave a concert in his little home town to the obvious delight of all his old friends, who flocked from all parts of the district to hear him. The hall was packed to overflowing , and so pleased was Alex with the tumultuous reception he received that he sang fewer than 20 songs. Once in Italy, he lost no time in placing himself under the tuition of Cottone, and it was at the studio of this maestro that he met Toti dal Monte, a former protege of the same master. Two years were spent in Italy, when "Navarre" learned to speak the Italian language fluently, and acquired a wide knowledge of the operas. He sang in Milan about a year ago, and was paid some glowing tributes by the Italian Press critics, who likened his voice to that of Caruso. From Italy he went to Paris, where he met John Brownlee and many other famous singers. The critics on the Continent are unanimous that Andre Navarre-the unassuming Smeaton boy, whom his schoolmates still affectionately call "Hock"--is destined to become one of the luminaries in music history. It is interesting to recall some facts concerning the remarkable family from which this artist springs. Four other members have won championship honors in the musical world. Mr. Frank Wright has the Australasian cornet championship to his credit ; Mr. Norman Wright, of Sydney, has won a tenor championship of New Zealand, and has recorded for the Columbia Gramophone Company ; Mrs. Wm. Ritchie ( formerly Miss Laura Wright) won the A.N.A. contralto championship in Melbourne; whilst the oldest member, Lydia (Mrs. C. Cane, now in N.Z.) won the violin championship at South Street when 17 years of age. Last year Mrs. and Mr. Wright celebrated their golden wedding. Both of the old folk are intensely musical, and it has been said that the voice of the mother, although entirely untrained, showed in her earlier days glimpses of the beautiful quality which made Melba famous. Andre Navarre does not propose leaving the Continent for some time. Recently he was offered a 12 months' contract to sing in London for £2500 but on the advice of Melba and his coach, it was refused on the grounds that yet another 12 months' French study was necessary to ensure absolute perfection. That "Alex " has lost none of his school-boy wit is evinced by his own jocular remark that he has "a top C sharp that will crack every window in the Sydney Town Hall!" (Horsham Times, 20 February 1931) "AUSTRALIAN KILLED An Australian, Alexander Wright, radio variety star, who toured Europe and Australia under the pseudonym of Navarre, was killed during a recent air raid in a Midland . town. His broth-er, Frank Wright, is musical director for the London County council."(Border Morning Mail, 22 Oct 1940) Black and white image of Smeaton born Alexander Wright whose professional name was Navarre "Prince of Mimics". alexander wright, alec wright, navarre

This piece of music has been produced during World War Two (1941) as a propaganda and fund-raising piece for the people of Alexandria in Egypt. It has both Greek and British backing with the headings on the cover in both languages. The music is a march and the title suggests that victory is on the way so the emotions are being stirred to keep up the morale. Egypt in World War Two was still under British influence and Alexandria is a port in Egypt at the mouth of the Nile River. In 1941 British battleships were based in the Alexandria harbor and two of them were disabled by Italian Navy divers. Hence it is not clear why it was the Hellenic (Greek) Red Cross raising funds for Alexandria through the sale of this music which was produced in that city by the Moharrem Press (founded 1938) and composed by Lena Bonfiliou, probably a Greek person. It is not known if this piece of music was bought in Australia or brought back to Australia by an Australian military person during World War Two.This is an interesting piece of music. Its connection to Warrnambool is not known but it is an example of the type of music produced during World War Two to help the war effort. This is a four page piece of music, ‘On the Road to Victory’ (a march) with a front cover, a blank end page and two pages of musical notation. The latter pages have black printing on white pages. The front cover has both Greek and English printing and a colour image of four British and Greek flags resting on a gun carriage with armaments underneath and indications of an explosion. There is a red stamp on the cover (Hellenic Red Cross). The pages are in good condition. English printing: ‘On the Road to Victory, March, P12’ Stamp: ‘For the Hellenic Red Cross, Alexandria’ alexandria, hellenic red cross, warrnambool, on the road to victory music

This general purpose Multi-meter was manufactured after 1950 and used by the SEC Vic (Kiewa Hydro Electricity Scheme) from that date until late 1900's. It was used to measure very small voltages associated with the operation of the various Hydro Generators. The readings were able to be shown by the resistor in use in the current circuit. During this time period, high quality testing instruments were either sourced from Europe or England. This particular meter was manufactured in the Netherlands. This type of "old" analogue meter was replaced by digital meters whose electronic components are a fraction of the size of the older analogue ones.This analog General Purpose multi-meter is quite a large (for handheld mobile) apparatus which permits the easy monitoring of electrical variations within the large SEC Victoria Hydro Scheme's electrical generators. These generators are powered by the hydro force of "stored" water at a higher altitude. The establishment of both the NSW and Victorian Hydro schemes was achieved from the mid 1900's to the 1960's. At this point in time the need for additional power sources to quench both an industrial and domestic demand for electricity was purely an economic and not and environmental (carbon reduction) factor. This hydro scheme was instigated by "the Government of the day" as a bold move and was the major force of the World War II refugee and "technical" workforce inclusion of skilled and unskilled migration into the Australian environment. Although this mass "invasion" of workers with families was thought of in some circles as intrusive, the expansion of population post war years and its integration into the Australian rural sector, produced the multi- lingual multi-cultural diversity of later years.This General Purpose Multimeter is an analogue meter i.e. it has a needle arm that moves across a scale of divisions. This is a large(hand held) device due to the mechanical movement system within and the large size of its electronic components of its circuitry.There are two black bake-lite push buttons operating the wire inserts Positive/negative leads at the top. The meter (protected with a glass window) has clearly marked graduations (top - volts, bottom amperes). Below this are two bake-lite dials (left "potentiometer the right one measuring range selector). Below this is a "dial" switch to input the desired resistance measuring range "V" Front "H&B ELIMA" and to the right Elavi 15n. 0n the front side is a label "STATE ELECTRICITY COMMISSION OF VICTORIA TRANSMISSION DEPT E.C.No." On the bottom of the base is a stenciled layout of the battery "layout" including the fuse . The information notice is presented in five languages starting with German, English,French, Italian, Spanish and Dutchsec vic kiewa hydro scheme, alternate energy supplies, alpine population growth

November 1987 advertisement inviting enrolment enquiries for the following year.Norwood has been established for 29 years and offers an outstanding traditional and broad curriculum in a caring and academic environment. • Student population approximately 1,000 (including 150 Year 12). • Languages: French, Latin, Italian & Indonesian. • Orchestra and Instrumental Training. • Drama Productions. • Extensive Physical Education and Sporting Programme. • Wide Range of V.C.E. Group 1 and Group 11 subjects. • School Uniform. • International Exchange Students. • School Chaplain. • Prefects and S.R.C. • Country Property at Gooram in the Strathbogie Ranges. • Modern Facilities Currently being further upgraded. Advertisement invites Interested parents to visit the School and/or request a Prospectus, and includes contact details for the Principal on 870 5399 for more information.

The children in the picture were students at the Greek language school which was run by the Greek Community of Melbourne and were attending the '28th October' Greek national day celebration at the Evangelismos Greek Orthodox Church in East Melbourne. The two women, Alexandra Vrachna and Nina Black were teachers at the school. The Evangelismos Church was the first Greek orthodox Church to be established in Melbourne. The foundation stone was laid in December 1900 and church services commenced in August 1902. The 28th October is known as 'OHI' DAY', translated meaning NO DAY. It is an important national day celebrated in Greece and the Greek diaspora and commemorates the anniversary when in 1940 the then Prime Minister Ioannis Metaxas said “NO” to an ultimatum made by Italian Prime Minister Benito Mussolini to allow Italian forces to occupy Greece. It marked the beginning of Greece's entry into WW2. The day symbolises values important to the Greek people - freedom, courage and 'filotimo'. The establishment of the Orthodox church in Melbourne in the early years of the twentieth century was was indicative of the number of Greek migrants who came to Australia in those early years of settlement in this country and the desire maintain their religious and cultural traditions. The early Greek migrants were anxious that their Australian born children maintain their language and religion in their adopted country. A black and white photograph of children with three adults standing outside Evangelismos Church in East Melbourne. Three children in the back row are displaying the Greek and Australian flags.Written in red underneath the photograph: 28th OCTOBER 1948. OUTSUDE THE GREEK CHURCH IN EAST MELBOURNE/PHOTO PROPERTY OF STATHI RAFTOPOULOS.wwii

Staple booklet, faded grey cover with black print detailing title, summary, authors and price (7/6)non-fictionThis "brief compendium in English, French, German and Italian of the common questions used in history- taking and examination of patientsforeign language, interpreters, hospital patient care, translators

Italian badges - ZONA CCNN known as the Blackshirts were fascist paramilitary squads in Italy during WW2.. Blackshirts were distinguished by their black uniform and loyality to Mussolini and were officially known as the Voluntary Militia for National Security.(MVSN)The Blackshirts (Italian language: camicie nere, CCNN) were fascist paramilitary armed squads in Italy during the period immediately following World War I and until the end of World War II. Blackshirts were officially known as the Voluntary Militia for National Security (MVSN) Two brass badges in the shape of a shield with a sword in the centre below and spread eagle. One has a black background the other red and black. ZONA CCNN XIII on one and XII on the otherZONA CCNN italian, fascist badges, mvsn, blackshirts, ww2

This is one of a series of photos, featuring three elderly people from the Italian community, which were taken to promote the bilingual "Move it or Lose it" brochures. A similar photo appears on the cover of the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria's quarterly magazine, Update, as well as on the cover of the 1996 Annual Report.COL photo of three elderly people walking arm in arm along the covered veranda of a large old building.[Handwritten in blue ink] 1/12 [Handwritten in blue ink, on a MOVE branded sticky note] Arthritis Update Vol. 9 No. 3 1996 ? launch brochure Move It or Lose It in Italian ?arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, culturally and linguistically diverse, cald, languages other than english, lote, migrant communities, bilingual, italian, move it or lose it, brochures, 1996

This series of photos were taken in 1996 at the launch of the bilingual "Move it or Lose it" brochures for the Italian community. As a result of a commitment by the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV), incorporating Osteoporosis Victoria (OV), to better reach and serve the multicultural community, bilingual brochures were produced in several languages. In this photo, a guest speaker addresses the attendees at the launch.COL photo of a man standing at a black lectern, speaking. There is a small bell placed on the lectern. Partially visible behind and to the side of him is a woman, seated. There are posters on the wall behind them.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, osteoporosis victoria, ov, culturally and linguistically diverse, cald, languages other than english, lote, migrant communities, bilingual, italian, move it or lose it, brochures, guest speaker, 1996

This series of photos were taken in 1996 at the launch of the bilingual "Move it or Lose it" brochures for the Italian community. As a result of a commitment by the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV), incorporating Osteoporosis Victoria (OV), to better reach and serve the multicultural community, bilingual brochures were produced in several languages. In this photo, a guest speaker addresses the attendees at the launch.COL photo of a man standing at a black lectern speaking, with one arm outstretched. There is a small bell placed on the lectern. Behind him is a woman with one hand on his waist. There are posters on the wall behind them.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, osteoporosis victoria, ov, culturally and linguistically diverse, cald, languages other than english, lote, migrant communities, bilingual, italian, move it or lose it, brochures, guest speaker, 1996

This series of photos were taken in 1996 at the launch of the bilingual "Move it or Lose it" brochures for the Italian community. As a result of a commitment by the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV), incorporating Osteoporosis Victoria (OV), to better reach and serve the multicultural community, bilingual brochures were produced in several languages. In this photo, a guest speaker addresses the attendees at the launch.COL photo of a man standing at a black lectern, speaking. There is a small bell placed on the lectern. Partially visible behind and to the side of him are two women, seated. There are posters on the wall behind them.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, osteoporosis victoria, ov, culturally and linguistically diverse, cald, languages other than english, lote, migrant communities, bilingual, italian, move it or lose it, brochures, guest speaker, 1996

This series of photos were taken in 1996 at the launch of the bilingual "Move it or Lose it" brochures for the Italian community. As a result of a commitment by the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV), incorporating Osteoporosis Victoria (OV), to better reach and serve the multicultural community, bilingual brochures were produced in several languages. This photo depicts the three elderly people from the Italian community who were featured in the brochures. An unidentified woman is sitting with them.COL photo of four people who are seated on a row of chairs. The man has a walking stick leaning against his leg. On the wall behind them are several posters, and beside them is a colourful frees-standing banner.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, osteoporosis victoria, ov, culturally and linguistically diverse, cald, languages other than english, lote, migrant communities, bilingual, italian, move it or lose it, brochures, 1996

This series of photos were taken in 1996 at the launch of the bilingual "Move it or Lose it" brochures for the Italian community. As a result of a commitment by the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV), incorporating Osteoporosis Victoria (OV), to better reach and serve the multicultural community, bilingual brochures were produced in several languages. In this photo, physiotherapist, Valerie Sayce, leads a gentle stretching exercise demonstration during the event.COL photo of a woman standing at a black lectern. She is standing straight and has her head turned to one side. Behind her are a few people, (seated and partially obscured), who also have their heads turned to one side. There are several posters on the wall behind them.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, osteoporosis victoria, ov, culturally and linguistically diverse, cald, languages other than english, lote, migrant communities, bilingual, italian, move it or lose it, brochures, valerie sayce, physiotherapist, gentle exercise, stretching exercises, exercise demonstration, 1996

This series of photos were taken in 1996 at the launch of the bilingual "Move it or Lose it" brochures for the Italian community. As a result of a commitment by the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV), incorporating Osteoporosis Victoria (OV), to better reach and serve the multicultural community, bilingual brochures were produced in several languages. This photo depicts the attendees taking part in a simple chair-based stretching exercise.COL photo of a large group of people, who are seated on rows of chairs. They are each holding one arm up, outstretched, with their other hand on their laps. Behind them, there is a freestanding "Move It Or Lose It" banner.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, osteoporosis victoria, ov, culturally and linguistically diverse, cald, languages other than english, lote, migrant communities, bilingual, italian, move it or lose it, brochures, gentle exercise, stretching exercises, chair-based exercise, 1996

This series of photos were taken in 1996 at the launch of the bilingual "Move it or Lose it" brochures for the Italian community. As a result of a commitment by the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV), incorporating Osteoporosis Victoria (OV), to better reach and serve the multicultural community, bilingual brochures were produced in several languages. In this photo, the attendees takes part in a simple chair-based stretching exercise.COL photo of a large group of people who are seated on rows of chairs. They are each holding one arm up, outstretched, with their other hand on their laps. On the wall are several Italian travel posters.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, osteoporosis victoria, ov, culturally and linguistically diverse, cald, languages other than english, lote, migrant communities, bilingual, italian, move it or lose it, brochures, gentle exercise, stretching exercises, chair-based exercise, 1996

This series of photos were taken in 1996 at the launch of the bilingual "Move it or Lose it" brochures for the Italian community. As a result of a commitment by the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV), incorporating Osteoporosis Victoria (OV), to better reach and serve the multicultural community, bilingual brochures were produced in several languages. In this photo, the attendees is taking part in some simple chair-based stretching exercises.COL photo of a group of people, seated, stretching one leg forward while lifting it off the ground. Behind them are some people standing in the background. Two of these people appear to be in costume. On the wall are some travel posters, and at the back of the room is a freestanding "Move It Or Lose It" banner.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, osteoporosis victoria, ov, culturally and linguistically diverse, cald, languages other than english, lote, migrant communities, bilingual, italian, move it or lose it, brochures, gentle exercise, stretching exercises, chair-based exercise, 1996

This series of photos were taken in 1996 at the launch of the bilingual "Move it or Lose it" brochures for the Italian community. As a result of a commitment by the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV), incorporating Osteoporosis Victoria (OV), to better reach and serve the multicultural community, bilingual brochures were produced in several languages. In this photo, the attendees is taking part in some simple chair-based warm-up exercises.COL photo of a large group of people, seated. They are shaking their hands as a warm-up exercise. There are some printed brochures on some chairs and on the floor. In the background is a freestanding "Move It Or Lose It" banner beside an open doorway, through which some people are standing. Beside them are two people who appear to be in costume.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, osteoporosis victoria, ov, culturally and linguistically diverse, cald, languages other than english, lote, migrant communities, bilingual, italian, move it or lose it, brochures, gentle exercise, stretching exercises, chair-based exercise, 1996

This series of photos were taken in 1996 at the launch of the bilingual "Move it or Lose it" brochures for the Italian community. As a result of a commitment by the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV), incorporating Osteoporosis Victoria (OV), to better reach and serve the multicultural community, bilingual brochures were produced in several languages. This photo depicts a wide view of the seated attendees at the launch.COL photo of a large group of people who are seated in a hall, with a lectern in front of them. In the foreground, there is a woman (partially obscured). In front of the lectern, there is a "Move It Or Lose It" A-frame sandwich board and a "Move It Or Lose It" freestanding banner in the background. There are travel posters on the wall. Some people are standing at the back, two of whom appear to be in costume.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, osteoporosis victoria, ov, culturally and linguistically diverse, cald, languages other than english, lote, migrant communities, bilingual, italian, move it or lose it, brochures, 1996

This series of photos were taken in 1996 at the launch of the bilingual "Move it or Lose it" brochures for the Italian community. As a result of a commitment by the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV), incorporating Osteoporosis Victoria (OV), to better reach and serve the multicultural community, bilingual brochures were produced in several languages. In this photo, AFV's CEO, Shirley Caulfield, addresses the attendees at the launch.COL medium close-up photo of a woman standing at a black lectern, mid-speech. Behind her, a man is seated (partially obscured). There are several posters on the wall behind them.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, osteoporosis victoria, ov, shirley caulfield, ceo, culturally and linguistically diverse, cald, languages other than english, lote, migrant communities, bilingual, italian, move it or lose it, brochures, 1996

This series of photos were taken in 1996 at the launch of the bilingual "Move it or Lose it" brochures for the Italian community. As a result of a commitment by the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV), incorporating Osteoporosis Victoria (OV), to better reach and serve the multicultural community, bilingual brochures were produced in several languages. This photo depicts the two elderly women who feature on the brochures. They are sitting on some chairs positioned against the wall.COL photo of three people (one partially obscured) seated on chairs against the wall. Behind them, there is a display board on the wall.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, osteoporosis victoria, ov, culturally and linguistically diverse, cald, languages other than english, lote, migrant communities, bilingual, italian, move it or lose it, brochures, 1996

This series of photos were taken in 1996 at the launch of the bilingual "Move it or Lose it" brochures for the Italian community. As a result of a commitment by the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV), incorporating Osteoporosis Victoria (OV), to better reach and serve the multicultural community, bilingual brochures were produced in several languages. In this photo, AFV's CEO, Shirley Caulfield, hands out some "thank you" gifts to various recipients at the launch.COL photo of a woman holding a small stack of wrapped gifts as she shakes the hand of an elderly woman. Behind them is a woman (seated) and a colourful freestanding banner.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, osteoporosis victoria, ov, culturally and linguistically diverse, cald, languages other than english, lote, migrant communities, bilingual, italian, move it or lose it, brochures, thank you gifts, 1996

This series of photos were taken in 1996 at the launch of the bilingual "Move it or Lose it" brochures for the Italian community. As a result of a commitment by the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV), incorporating Osteoporosis Victoria (OV), to better reach and serve the multicultural community, bilingual brochures were produced in several languages. In this photo, AFV's CEO, Shirley Caulfield, hands out some "thank you" gifts to various recipients at the launch.COL photo of a woman holding a small stack of wrapped gifts as she shakes the hand of an elderly woman, while another woman looks on. Behind them is a woman (seated), a colourful freestanding banner, and a display board.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, osteoporosis victoria, ov, culturally and linguistically diverse, cald, languages other than english, lote, migrant communities, bilingual, italian, move it or lose it, brochures, thank you gifts, 1996

This series of photos were taken in 1996 at the launch of the bilingual "Move it or Lose it" brochures for the Italian community. As a result of a commitment by the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV), incorporating Osteoporosis Victoria (OV), to better reach and serve the multicultural community, bilingual brochures were produced in several languages. In this photo, AFV's CEO, Shirley Caulfield, hands out some "thank you" gifts to various recipients at the launch.COL photo of a woman holding a wrapped gift as she shakes the hand of an elderly man, while another man looks on. Beside them is a woman (partially obscured), a colourful freestanding banner, and a display board.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, osteoporosis victoria, ov, culturally and linguistically diverse, cald, languages other than english, lote, migrant communities, bilingual, italian, move it or lose it, brochures, thank you gifts, 1996

This series of photos were taken in 1996 at the launch of the bilingual "Move it or Lose it" brochures for the Italian community. As a result of a commitment by the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV), incorporating Osteoporosis Victoria (OV), to better reach and serve the multicultural community, bilingual brochures were produced in several languages. In this photo, a group of people pose for a photo around a table on which various brochures and some bookmarks are displayed.COL photo of a small group of people gathered around a display table. There is a range of printed brochures on top of the table, which they are perusing. In the background, there is a small group of people, also standing. There are posters on display boards around the room. Balloons, streamers, and paper decorations are hanging from the ceiling.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, osteoporosis victoria, ov, culturally and linguistically diverse, cald, languages other than english, lote, migrant communities, bilingual, italian, move it or lose it, brochures, bookmarks, 1996

The pupils of Falconer Street Central School No.3918 in North Fitzroy rehearse with conductress Miss Ida Park for their performance at the Temperance Hall, Russell Street Melbourne with proceeds going to the Lord Mayor’s Fund. The house on the right of the photograph is Jubilee House, 126 Michael Street North Fitzroy and is extant. Photographer notations on slide: Choir At Fitzroy State School 1933 B5 While this photograph appears not to have been published, a photograph taken from a different angle of the same event was published in The Age 21 July 1933. SCHOOL CHILDREN SING IN THE OPEN AIR. “A choir of children at North Fitzroy practise their songs for a Pantomime, to be given in the Temperance Hall for the Lord Mayor's Fund on Wednesday next. On the extreme left is the conductress of the Choir (Miss Ida Park).” Reference: http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article204368572 Research by project volunteer, Fiona Collyer: Children of The Falconer Street Central School Choral Society, trained by conductress Miss Ida Park, along with dance and gymnastics pupils of Misses Dorothy Gibb and Inez Ellis, performed in the “Cinderella” pantomime at the Temperance Hall in Russell Street, Melbourne on 26 July, 1933. The proceeds went to the Lord Mayor’s Fund. Conductress Miss Ida Park (1904- 1952) lived in the North Fitzroy and Clifton Hill area all her life. She was immersed in the music world of Melbourne and was a member of the Musical Society of Victoria. Ida graduated from Melbourne University Conservatorium with a Bachelor of Music degree in 1929 before departing for London where she studied piano and organ at the Royal Academy of Music. Ida returned to Melbourne in 1931, and billed as “The Gifted Young Australian Pianist”, held pianoforte recitals of classical music at Assembly Hall, Collins Street. She also played the organ for services at St Paul’s Independent Church in Delbridge Street, North Fitzroy and later St Luke’s, North Fitzroy. Ida conducted the children of the Falconer Street Central School Choral Society as they competed in the State School Choral Championships and the 85 children of the Fitzroy City Centenary Choir who sang at Melbourne’s Centenary celebrations of 1934/35. In 1945, Ida married Charles Hazeldine, a tenor and returned digger who had served in two world wars. The pair performed together in many concerts over the years. Tragically, both Ida and Charles were badly injured when struck by a car while crossing Queens Parade Clifton Hill in June 1952, with Ida dying from head injuries at St Vincent’s Hospital soon after. She was 48 years old. Charles wrote on Ida’s death notice - “Called home.” The choir were pupils of Falconer Street Central School No. 3918 in North Fitzroy which was built in 1915 to provide upper primary education for grades 5 to 8 for the area. In 1957 it became Fitzroy High School. In 1992, the Kennett Government swept to power, embarking on a program of fiscal austerity and privatisation of government services. 390 government schools were closed, with the land proposed to be sold to developers. 7000 teachers were sacked: 10% of Victoria’s public school teachers. Auxiliary school staff also lost their jobs. Amongst the first to close was Fitzroy High School. Fearful that the land would be sold, hundreds of students, parents, teachers and local residents occupied the building around-the-clock in four hour shifts and overnight for 14 months, sleeping on gym mats in the principal’s office and administrators’ wing. The blockade was lifted when a arrangement was reached to allow Kangan Batman TAFE to use the school from 1993 until 1998. With the election of the Bracks Government in 1999, and construction of new buildings, Fitzroy High School was reopened in 2004 after a 12 year battle. Temperance Hall, at 172 Russell Street, where the children performed “Cinderella”, was built in 1872 by the Melbourne Total Abstinence Society as a venue for lectures, meetings and alcohol-free community concerts and events. From 1934, Temperance Hall was fitted out as a cinema and renamed the Imperial Theatre, showing popular Hollywood films, before closing in 1939 for renovations and reopening as the Savoy Theatre, Melbourne’s first “Continental” talkies cinema. At this time, Australian cinema programming was dominated by American and British films. The lessees, Continental Film Art Theatre began negotiating for theatre properties in Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide, Brisbane, Perth and Auckland to screen foreign language films, hoping to present the finest productions from France, Germany, Holland and Italy. At the cost of £6000, the theatre was fitted with the latest Mirrophonic sound and projection system and enlarged to seat 800 patrons with luxurious, ultra modern fittings and furnishings in a colour palette of rust and beige. Instead of usherettes, General Manager Peter Dawson, hoping to bring a sophisticated European atmosphere to the theatre, employed attractive, multilingual “Continental hostesses” to assist guests (not patrons) and answer queries relating to the films. Collectively the hostesses spoke English, French, Dutch, German, Russian and Italian. The Age 20 May 1939- “Atmosphere is a very important part of the theatre's scheme. Ushers in the ordinary sense will not be employed; hostesses will look upon patrons as guests. They will be dressed in full evening dress, and the only indication that they are not guests is the little medallion pinned to their evening dress, on which their names are inscribed.” The hostesses were dressed in evening gowns of olive-green velvet, the full skirts embroidered with gold loops, wine velvet bolero jackets and long white kid gloves with silvery tiaras in their hair. For guests worried that they may not understand the plot, the management assured patrons that- “By means of superimposed English translations on the bottom of the screen, the dialogue is perfectly understandable and the whole witty story can be followed with ease.” The Gala opening of the Savoy Theatre, on 31 May 1939 was attended by a “who’s who” of Melbourne Society, the women wearing beautiful gowns, headdresses and furs. Amongst the guests were former premier Sir Stanley Argyle and Lady Argyle, former Lord Mayor Sir Harold Gengoult-Smith and his wife Cynthia, Field Marshall Thomas Blamey and Lady Blamey and Miss Jessie Brookes. The Vice Consul for France, Monsieur Frank Puaux and his wife attended, Madame Puaux dressed in a black satin gown and a musquash fur cape. She was presented with a beautiful bouquet of scarlet carnations and lily of the valley tied with the tricolour of France. In his speech Monsieur Puaux stated that “from the cultural, linguistic and artistic points of view it was excellent that the Australian public should have an opportunity to see foreign film in the original language.” “Letty” writing in Table Talk magazine described the atmosphere of “Continental” gaiety that had permeated Melbourne - “The Letters of Letty”, Table Talk 8 June 1939 “The “foreign influence” is definitely obtruding itself into the even tenor of Melbourne life these days…. but in the pleasantest manner possible! Included in the great number of Continental people who have recently made their homes here, we have stars of the Russian ballet settling in our midst…. and now… we have been presented with our own Continental picture theatre in the attractive shape of The Savoy, which opened its doors on Wednesday night for the exclusive release of foreign films. One could hardly recognise the old Temperance Hall in its adaptation to the smart, comfortable and thoroughly-intriguing Savoy Theatre. Where once this rather draughty old building stood in Russell Street there now greets us an unmistakable “Continental” edifice, living up to its exterior by sustaining within its walls its overseas’ atmosphere. Indeed, one feels as though one has crossed the threshold into a European city, stepping out of the unmistakably Australian street that is Russell into The Savoy lounge to be greeted by polite “messieurs” from the attractive, Continental-looking usherettes and to gaze upon a film as delightfully French in story and presentation as “La Kermesse Heroique.” But successful though “La Kermesse Heroique” proved on its initial presentation inside the theatre, the debut was no more triumphal than that made by the winning and pretty little French lass who had charge of the booking office outside in the foyer. With her attractive accent and Continental flair for making one “feel at home” she was undoubtedly one of the hits of the night-especially with the susceptible males, who spent very much longer in the lounge than is customary, racking their brains for excuses for making conversation with the attractive Parisienne! Those French girls certainly have a way with them!” The opening film, the 1935 French comedy “La Kermesse Heroique”, (The Heroic Sex) starring Francoise Rosay and Jean Murat (film now called “Carnival in Flanders”) was the winner of the Grand Prix du Cinema Francais as the finest picture of 1936 and described in the advertisement as “The Gay French Comedy of Laughter and Romance” The film is set during the 17th century Spanish occupation of Flanders in the Flemish town of Boom at the time of their annual festival. Hearing news of a pending visit to Boom by the commander, the Duke of Olivares and his army, and fearing rape and pillage, the boorish burgomaster feigns his own death, hoping the Spaniards will bypass the grieving town out of respect. The army arrives and the cowardly men of the town flee. The womenfolk decide on a different approach. Lead by the burgomaster’s beautiful wife Cornelia, they set out to to preserve the peace with grace and hospitality only to find the Spaniards attractive and virile, unlike their own husbands. The Sun newspaper described the film as “Mellow as a Stilton cheese, and as ripely suited to adult taste.” Preceding “La Kermesse Heroique” was a Gaumont British newsreel of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth departing for a tour of Canada and the Soviet documentary “Nine Months on a Drifting Ice Floe” During the war “Continental” films became difficult to source, so the Savoy screened Hollywood movies and held fund raisers for the war effort. After World War Two, the Savoy continued to screen “Continental” films, catering to post-war immigrants from Europe and bohemian Melburnians. In 1953, the Savoy had a wildly popular season with queues winding around the block to see Swedish summer romance “One Summer of Happiness” (Hon dansade en sommar) with its nude swimming scenes. The Chief Commonwealth Censor declined to cut the film on the grounds that although it displayed nudity, it was genuinely artistic. According to Wikipedia, film director Fred Schepisi was first exposed to European films such as “Bicycle Thieves”, “Rocco and His Brothers” and “The Wages of Fear” at the Savoy as a teenager, leading to his long career in filmmaking. In 1955, in response to the massive rise in car ownership, the Melbourne City Council recommended that parking stations be built on every block. The Savoy Theatre and adjacent buildings, which included the Golden Fleece Hotel were demolished in 1963 and replaced with Total House, a Brutalist commercial building consisting of a seven storey car park crowned by a four storey office block, shops at street level, and a basement theatre which housed the Lido Theatre Restaurant-Cabaret from 1965. The building was designed by architectural firm Bogle & Banfield Associates and named for the original tenant of the offices, French oil company, Total Oil Products P/L. The Lido Theatre Restaurant was managed by former Tivoli dancer and promoter David Hamilton McIlwraith, presenting dinner and a glamorous cabaret floor show of showgirls, (some topless) to accompany variety acts by local and international actors, singers, comedians and magicians. The interior of the Lido was opulently decorated in deep, lush green with old world gold trim and chandeliers. Handily, patrons could enter and leave via an elevator, straight from the building’s own car park! A four course gourmet dinner with show and dancing cost $8.00 in 1968. The Lido advertised in 1966 that “Every visitor to Melbourne soon discovers the brightest entertainment spot in the Southern Hemisphere with its million dollar decor, dining delights and spectacular stage productions.” Australian Jewish News - 21 April 1967 - “Superb decor and atmosphere, cuisine and service have been readily recognised as the contributing factors to the excellence of stage presentations, staging, costumes, decor and, of course, the actual choice of artists.” The bedazzling ensemble of 40 high-kicking, feathered and sequinned showgirls were advertised as the “Fabulous Lido girls and the controversial Baretop Lido Goddesses” who were described as “Statuesque Beauty as Nature intended” and “…a host of glamorous gals whose favourite shade is flesh pink.” Some of the acts who performed at the Lido were- -Broken Hill’s own - opera singer June Bronhill -1967. -Versatile singer Lovelace Watkins known as “Black Sinatra - 1967. -“Queen of the five-fingered boogie", honky-tonk and rollicking rag-time pianist, Winifred Atwell - 1967. -New Zealand pop duo, Bill and Boyd -1968. -American actress and soprano Kathryn Grayson -1968. -Denise Drysdale in “Say It With Music” -1968. -“Catwoman” Eartha Kitt -1969. -Internationally recognised female impersonator, Sydneysider Tracey Lee, (Maxwell Richie) billed as "controversial impressionist and singing personality from the famous Carousel Nightspot in Paris". -Frances Faye, American comedienne and show-tune singer and pianist-1969. -“Cry Guy” histrionic singer Johnnie Ray -1970. -Risqué revue “Oh Calcutta!” with some segments and the “four letter” words removed-1970. In 1970, under new management, the Lido was renovated with claret and gold wallpaper, midnight blue ceiling and a computerised fountain with fairy lights and relaunched by “The Tigress from Tiger Bay”, Shirley Bassey. The relaunch was short lived however, as later that year the venue became El Toro Espana, a Spanish restaurant and nightclub offering a four course meal for $4.50 while you watched the floorshow. The venue then briefly became the Red Garter Music Hall Theatre from 1972, then in 1974 the site became the 600 seat Total Theatre comprising of a cinema with a stage for live acts. There were also three bars to choose from - the Crush Bar, the Bleachers and the Snake Pit. Total Theatre had the unusual concept of a live music act, or plays, musicals and magicians followed by a film. In 1975 soprano Suzanne Steele featured, followed by the film “The Voyage” starring Sophia Loren and Richard Burton. In 1975, the Total held a rock film festival showing a Jimi Hendrix documentary, “Monterey Pop Festival”, “Pink Floyd in Pompeii” and more. In 1976, 17 year old Chrissy Amphlett, later of rock band Divinyls, played the role of Linda Lips for nine months in the Australian stage production of R-rated “sexual musical”, “Let My People Come” at the Total Theatre. The Total Theatre closed in 1979 and from 1980 to 2014 the venue became Billboard Nightclub, hosting local and international acts, including INXS, Tina Turner and John Farnham, and in 2009, 18 year old Taylor Swift. The venue is now called 170 Russell and presents hundreds of live local and international acts every year. In 2014, after being under threat of demolition, Total House was listed on the Victorian Heritage Register as “a landmark of post-World War II modernist design and…one of the earliest and best expressions of Brutalist architecture in Victoria”. 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