A4 12 pages black and whitenon-fictionSetember 2016 Newsletter No 173 of the Lfe Activities Club Whitehorse Inc.life activities club, retirement, clubs and associations

A colour photograph of the Life Activities Club Croydon outside the Tower Motel in Marysville. The photograph was taken in 2008. The Tower Motel was one of the few buildings in Marysville to survive the 2009 Black Saturday bushfires.A colour photograph of the Life Activities Club Croydon outside the Tower Motel in Marysville. The photograph was taken in 2008.marysville, victoria, australia, tower motel, accommodation, photograph, life activities club croydon, 2009 black saturday bushfires

Isabel Wells was born in Beechworth in 1914. Her father, Mr. Newey, was a butcher; his shop was in Ford street and he took over from his grandfather. The family business, along with the local residents, was supplying the main government institutions in the region, like Mayday Hills Hospital and The Ovens and Murray Home, making a large percentage of his profit. Mr. Newey was also a captain of the fire brigade and Isabel mentioned that there were more fires happening in those days. The menace of a huge fire was impending in Beechworth for many years, due to the lack of adequate water supply and the absence of trained firefighters. The first fire brigade in the town was voluntary and was formed in 1858 under Superintendent Luke Reilly. A few other schemes deployed the following years, with all failing to sufficiently control the fires that occurred, until the creation of the first reliable fire brigade in the 1870s. The worst fire in the town's history happened on 23rd March 1867; it swept through many shops and the post office, leaving behind a damage cost estimated at £12,000. Isabel's mother was in a wheelchair, suffering from osteoarthritis; thus, Isabel had taken over the responsibility for looking after her mother and assisting her with daily living needs and personal care activities. She used to play golf and tennis and she was a member of the town tennis club. In terms of social life, Boxing Day was a big occasion for the town, with horse-races and games taking place. According to her narration, the use of cars was a turning point in the town's social activities, since people were able to visit nearby places and take day trips, such as having a picnic at Lake Kerferd or Buffalo. This oral history recording was part of a project conducted by Jennifer Williams in the year 2000 to capture the everyday life and struggles in Beechworth during the twentieth century. This project involved recording seventy oral histories on cassette tapes of local Beechworth residents which were then published in a book titled: Listen to what they say: voices of twentieth century Beechworth. These cassette tapes were digitised in July 2021 with funds made available by the Friends of the Burke. Isabel's account of her life in Beechworth and the local area during the 20th century is historically and socially significant as it offers valuable information about the business activity in the region and provides a deeper insight into the operation of butcher shops and meat supply during the first half of the previous century. Additionally, it offers invaluable information about the everyday life of people living in Beechworth, and highlights aspects of the overall social life and activities.This is a digital copy of a recording that was originally captured on a cassette tape. The cassette tape is black with a horizontal white strip and is currently stored in a clear flat plastic rectangular container. It holds up 40 minutes of recordings on each side.Mrs Isabel Wells/ isabel wells, beechworth, mr. newey, ford street, butcher, mayday hills hospital, the ovens and murray home, fire brigade, 23rd march 1867, fire, osteoarthritis, boxing day, horseraces, lake kerferd, buffalo, picnic, cars, firefighters, luke reilly, wheelchair

The life buoy from the Largs Bay located above the bar helps dating the photograph to post 1957: Largs Bay was launched in 1921, as a mixed passenger/cargo ship. During WW2 she took part in a large number of convoys.nIt was scrapped in 1957 so had a service life of 36 years. Her sister ships were Jervis Bay, Moreton Bay, Esperance Bay and Hobsons Bay. She carried many passengers to Australia to start new lives after WW2. In the bar we can notice advertising helping dating: Peters ice cream Choc Wedge (launched in 1949) at 6d, Cottee's flavoured drinks (Passiona, Lime Coola, Orange, Lemon) In the 1950s, the ladies from the LHLG were still active and dancing with seamen was part of their activities.BW photograph depicting couples dancing in the Flying Angel Club of the Flinders Street Mission.lhlg, dance, seamen, flinders street, cottees, lime coola, passiona, orange, lemon, choc wedge, life buoy, largs bay, ice cream, peters

This photograph depicts members of the Beechworth Band at a 'Liedertafel' concert in the main hall at the Burke Museum in 1999. The concert was associated with an exhibition titled, 'From the Liedertafel to the Skating Rink: Entertainment in Beechworth 1852 - early 1900s', which celebrated the rich and diverse entertainments that were a part of Beechworth life in the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Marching bands, choirs, circus acts, theatrical performances, races, and seasonal activities, such as Mr. Spiller's roller skating rink, founded in the late 1860s, were among the attractions on offer. 'Liedertafel' is a tradition that accompanied German settlers to Australia. It refers to a friendly society of men united by an enthusiasm for singing. The Beechworth Brass Band was formed by Mr. H. Vandenberg in 1887. The Beechworth Liedertafel was established 14 March 1894 at the London Tavern, Camp Street, Beechworth, by Mr. A.A. Billson, and a visiting conductor, Mr. H. Fielder. German clubs, complete with marching bands, athletics associations and Liedertafel choirs, were centres of social activity attracting wide audiences not limited to members of their own ethnicity. Alfred Arthur Billson was the youngest son of Mr. George Billson, who served as Beechworth’s mayor between 1869-1871. In 1872, George purchased the Oven’s Brewery in Last Street, which became Billson’s Brewery, one of the oldest continuing beverage manufacturers in Australia. An active member of Beechworth’s cultural, business and political life around the turn of the century, A.A. Billson served on Beechworth Shire Council from 1884 to 1893, and from 1895 to 1910, with three terms as president (1888–89, 1899–1901, 1908–09). He founded the Beechworth Progress Association in 1891 and produced an ‘Illustrated Guide to Beechworth and Vicinity’ to develop tourism potential. This photograph of the Beechworth Band playing at the Burke Museum is historically significant for the information it conveys about an exhibition at the Burke Museum between September and November 1999. The use of the contemporary Beechworth Band in a 'Liedertafel' performance provides insight into curatorial approaches at the turn of the twenty-first century and improves our understanding of how exhibitions use objects in the Burke Museum's Collection to tell stories about the past in the present. The image is historically and socially significant for attesting to the enduring appeal of local musical associations, which were a popular means of entertainment that fostered social connections among settlers from diverse ethnic backgrounds. Rectangular colour photograph printed on matte photographic paper. Reverse: 7029 / Label: 7029 / Source / Burke Museum / Beechworth / Band / 1999/2000 /liedertafel, beechworth band, burke museum, from the liedertafel to the skating rink, entertainment in beechworth 1852 - early 1900s, gold rush, immigration, beechworth's german heritage, london tavern beechworth, beechworth's first brick tavern, spiller's skating rink, vandenberg's beechworth brass band, protestantism, teetotallism, skating carnivals, beechworth german association, yma's, beechworth skating rink, progress societies, billson's brewery, german-australians, beechworth progess association, lodges, freemasonry, colonial australia

This case belonged to Leonard Thomas (VX21070) who was born on 23 Aug 1900 in Cardiff England. By the Second World War, Thomas had emigrated to Australia and was residing in Elwood when he enlisted in Caulfield in 1940. Thomas served during the war as a Private and was discharged on 31 May 1949 from the AIF Mov and Control Group. His full service records are not currently available via the National Archives Australia and so it is unclear whether this case was part of the equipment of his role or a personal item.This case contains a number of inscriptions which may aid researchers to understand the life and movements of the owner, Leonard Thomas. The apparent crest is of special interest, suggesting that Leonard Thomas was connected to equine activities though the unavailability of his service records mean this fact is not confirmed. The item has interpretive potential, to discuss matters of equipment, emigration, use of horses during war and possibly leisure activities if the crest is taken as a reference to polo.Horse shoe shaped case in brown leather constructed of a lid and base. Used for storing shirt collars. Lid and base respectively constructed of two pieces of leather (one top and one edge) which are stitched to heavy card interior lining, mustard yellow in colour. The lid and base are held together by a sewn on leather strip and fastened at the top with a metal buckle; the holed strap through which the buckle attaches has broken. This strap in turn passes vertically down the back of the case and underneath (forming the strip which joins the two halves). Exterior base carries handwritten inscriptions, as does the interior lid. Black ink stamps throughout.Stamps read "L THOMAS" along an upturned horse shoe, underneath which are possibly clubs and an up-facing arrow. Service number written on side of case reads "VX21070". Handwritten inscription reads "Leonard Thomas/33 [illegible three words]/Cardiff/April 20th 1921." Interior of lid reads "LEONARD THOMAS 5-2-20" with a striped triangle below.case, horseshoe, cardiff, england, united kingdom, second world war, elizabeth thomas, world war ii, world war 2, 1940s, emigration

Photographs of the Greensborough Lions Club activities in the 1960s came from the estate of Shirley Fraser (nee Black). [Caption by Bruce McDowell: Harold Fraser (Left Rear) wrote the words to the Greensborough Football Club theme song 'All My Life I Wanted to be a Borough Boy'.]Digital copy of black and white photograph.lions club of greensborough, shirley fraser

This photograph is of Mr J.W. Lynn riding over the jumps. In the background ids the first motor car in Orbost - 19132. The first meeting to form an Agricultural society in Orbost was convened by the then Orbost Progress Association and held in the Mechanics Hall on Saturday, 10th October 1891. Its first show was held on 3rd March 1904...on a site alongside the Bonang Road where the present Golf Club stands. It is currently held at the Recreation Reserve at Newmerella. (Ref: In Times Gone By-Deborah Hall) Equestrian events have always been an integral part of the show. This item is associated with the Orbost Agricultural Society 's Annual Show which has been a major event in Orbost for over a century. Agricultural shows are an important part of cultural life in small country towns and the Orbost Show is an integral part of Orbost 's agricultural history. Horse riding as a recreational and sporting activity has always played a significant role in the social history of Orbost.A faded black /white photograph of a rider and horse jumping over a fence. People are watching. It appears to be a male rider.on front at bottom - " 1912 Orbost Show" on back - "1st motor car - G. Nixon, Orbost Show J. W. Lynn riding over jumps"equestrian orbost-show recreation

The first meeting to form an Agricultural society in Orbost was convened by the then Orbost Progress Association and held in the Mechanics Hall on Saturday, 10th October 1891. Its first show was held on 3rd March 1904...on a site alongside the Bonang Road where the present Golf Club stands. It is currently held at the Recreation Reserve at Newmerella. This item is associated with the Orbost Agricultural Society 's Annual Show which has been a major event in Orbost for over a century. Agricultural shows are an important part of cultural life in small country towns and the Orbost Show is an integral part of Orbost 's agricultural history. Horse riding as transport, a recreational and sporting activity has always played a significant role in the social history of Orbost. A small black / white photograph of several small groups of people at an agricultural show. Some are walking, others are on horseback and some are in carts / coaches. They are in an open grassed area with trees in the background.equestrian orbost-agricultural-show recreation

Report on activities of Greensborough Football/Netball Club, addressed to member Gary Partington3 p. letter and membership renewal form, with 2001 life member ticketgreensborough football club, greensborough football netball club

This Memorial Booklet was put together by family, friends and members of the Torquay Surf Life Saving Club for a special memorial service held at the club on Saturday 6th November, 2010. 'China' Gilbert was a popular member of the surf club who passed away from ill health in Torquay on 28th September, 2010. The booklet contains a mixture of tributes, black and white and colour photographs of 'China' from his youth through to modern times highlighting his activities at the Torquay Surf Life Saving Club and a pioneer surfer in the 1940's and 1950's.This booklet is significant because it commemorates the memory of one of the oldest and most popular members of the Torquay Surf Life Saving Club. The booklet contains historic and rare photographic images of 'China' from his earliest days as a young surfer through to his time as a competitor for the Torquay Surf Life Saving Club and finally senior club member. 'China' was known around Australia for his surfing, mateship and 'larrikin' streak. Over 500 people attended his memorial service and paddle out at the Torquay Surf Life Saving Club.24 page full colour booklet with a photo of 'China' Gilbert on the cover holding a bright yellow Quiksilver surfboard. 'China' signature and graphic of a tree.rex china gilbert, china, torquay surf life saving club, longboard, 1956 melbourne olympics, torquay surf beach

This is a photo of the Running Creek Cricket Club, Premiers. U. K. V. C.A. (Upper Kiewa Valley Cricket Association) Season 1913-1914.Names which are legible are: Back Row: ? , N/M Hynes, F. Seymour, C. Grealey, W. Barton, F. Briggs, A. B. Seymour, H. Grealey. Front row: W.H. Hobbs, D. Black, C. Woolley, J. Fahey (captain), M. Hobbs, J. Black, Ibb Hobbs.Running Creek is in the Upper Kiewa Valley where sporting and recreational activities were an important part of rural social life. A mounted photo on cardboard with the names of the Running Creek Cricket team printed (almost illegible) under the photo of 15 men - 13 cricketers in white, 2 men one at each end and a boy and the premiers cup at the front. 1913-1914Vine's Studios / Wangarattarunning creek, upper kiewa valley cricket association

The Mt Beauty Wine and Dine club existed during the construction of the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme as part of the social life. These cards were owned by Nesta Drew nee Cooper. The Celebrity Concert dated 20th April 1956 was held at the Community Centre Mt Beauty during the construction of the KHES.A good example of social activities partaken during the 1950s in the Upper Kiewa Valley during the construction of the KHES. Nesta Drew lived on a farm in the Kiewa Valley.1. Buff coloured cardboard hand-made Christmas card sent to Richard Nicholson from the Mt Beauty Wine and Dine Club. Xmas 1954. and 2. Pale purple cardboard cover with cream paper centre. It includes sponsors advertisements and has the programme in the centre. Celebrity Concert run by the Lodge of Beauty Masonic Lodge No. 658.nesta drew, beauty maonic lodge, mt beauty wine and dine club

Christ Church Bowls Club was established in 1933, and registered with the Victorian Bowls Association in 1935. Over the years along with the Church Tennis and croquet clubs has contributed to the life of the Christ Church congregation.This collection of photographs has social and historical significance in that is provides a snapshot of people associated with the club in the late 1990’s. A collection of coloured photographs depicting members of the Christ Church Bowls Club, engaged in various activities around the club. Glued to paper backing.Christ Church Bowls Club 1997/1998 Season, glued to bottom of montage.warrnambool, christ church warrnambool, christ church bowls club

This trophy was presented by the Country Women's Association (C.W.A) Kiewa Valley Branch circa 1950's and 1960s. This was in a period when the C.W.A. was the major women's organisation which had the greatest influence among rural women (especially in isolated areas). This was a period when broad based communications were mainly by radio,women orientated magazines and the telephone. The CWA was an organisation that catered exclusively to women's needs. The C.W.A. motto; "Honour our God, Loyalty to the throne, Service to the country, Through country women, For country women, By country women."The atmosphere was one of "sisterhood" and covered nearly all the needs of rural based women. This one organisation incorporated knowledge and learning targeting women who physically may be isolated but not mentally. This particular trophy was for the "most outstanding Item" in the years: 1956,1958, 1959, 1961, 1963, 1964, 1965.The Kiewa Valley Group of the C.W.A. was a focal point for women in this still relatively isolated rural region a place of refuge from the heavy domestic demands that family and business exerted. It provided for women needs of a time and space to gain all the mental relaxation and group bonding necessary to balance the sometimes harsh environment that rural life presented. It provided companionship and "self worth" avenues through competitions in various activities. Unlike the rural males retreat to the local pub for male bonding women's retreat to the CWA provided a greater facility to interact with other women, of like minds, which for the majority of time benefited their families as well.This item has been manufactured in the form of a "flower" vase. It is made from bronze and is silver plated. It resembles the ancient Olympic torch, with a wide rim at the top and narrowing to the base. The base is circular and has three wave like forms cascading from the base of the "stem" to the bottom of the base."HICKEN TROPHY 1956"mementos, acknowledgement, cwa awards, trophies, rural women's club

Inscription by David Atkinson ‘Historica Society, thank you for your support, David Atkinson 2013. Preface by Glenys Phillpot, May 2013 (pres W&DHS). History of WSLSC 1930 and prelude 1899 – formation. List of results of carnivals. Chronological events, activities, notable people, life members. List of office bearers 1930 – president, secretary, senior members, club captain. Stingray Bay incident 2/1/2005 Soft cover, sepia photograph on front, black and white photographs H30 x W 21 7 D 1.8 cmwarrnambool surf life saving club, david atkinson, history of warrnamboolsurf club

Blue and gold hard cover with stylized figure of life saver on front cover with multi coloured blue cover on back with small boxed copy of front cover figure. Taken from painting Beltman and Co by Brian St Alban Smith 1958. 548 pages followed by lists of award winners both individuals and clubs. Title and authors in dark blue text.History of Life Saving Victoria for over 50 yearswarrnambool, surf life saving victoria, surf championships, shark attacks, surf boats

A box containing 'Bendigo Advertiser' cuttings covering the social life of Bendigo between the years 1951 and 1963. Includes, local politics, sport, debutantes, schools, weddings and service clubs.bendigo, clubs, community activities, lydia chancellor, collection, bendigo, events, event, 'the bendigo advertiser, ' bendigo community, sport, sports, clubs, clubs and associations, entertainment, community, place

A box containing 'Bendigo Advertiser' cuttings from the year 1969. The cuttings are of various social activities including tennis, fire brigades, Lions Club, softball, ladies bowls, Bendigo elecutionists, and many more.bendigo, clubs, community activities, lydia chancellor, collection, bendigo, 'the bendigo advertiser, ' bendigo community, events, clubs, clubs and associations, event, organisation, organization, person, place, recreations, sport, clubs, social life

A decorated box containing cuttings from 'The Bendigo Advertiser' of life in Bendigo between 1961 and 1965. Includes weddings, floods, shire and council events, church activities etc.bendigo, history, community activities, lydia chancellor, collection, bendigo, male, female, people, community, people, place, clubs and associations, individual, entertainment

The Eaglehawk Y's Menettes Declaration of Association was made on the 13 of September 1958. This Y's Menettes club was one of four in Bendigo. The other clubs were Bendigo, Lansell and Kangaroo Flat. The Y's Menettes were originally an offshoot of the Y's Men's Clubs. They are linked to the YMCA and aim to promote Christian principles, Youth activities, international good will, community needs, personal development, enjoyment of life and information sharing within the network. Monthly meetings were held in members' homes and later on in YMCA meeting rooms. The tablecloths were used when new members were inducted and their names were added to the cloth. The tablecloths were used at the monthly meetings. They were used at the yearly changeover of office bearers.light brown square tablecloth. The tablecloth has two rows of decorative machine embroidery on the hems. The club's area and the year it was established are embroidered in one corner. The names of all club members are embroidered around the edges of the tablecloth. The logo of the International Y's Menettes is embroidered in one corner along with the date the club was founded. The logo colours are red, yellow and blue. A scot's thistle is embroidered above a member's name.service clubs, women

The Bendigo Y's Menettes Declaration of Association was made on the 17th of February 1954. This Y's Menettes club was one of four in Bendigo. The other clubs were Eaglehawk, Lansell and Kangaroo Flat. The Y's Menettes were originally an offshoot of the Y's Men's Clubs. They are linked to the YMCA and aim to promote Christian principles, Youth activities, international good will, community needs, personal development, enjoyment of life and information sharing within the network. Monthly meetings were held in members' homes and later on in YMCA meeting rooms. The tablecloths were used when new members were inducted and their names were added to the cloth. The tablecloths were used at the monthly meetings. They were used at the yearly changeover of office bearers.Cream cotton square tablecloth. The tablecloth has one row of decorative machine embroidery on the hems. The club's area and the year it was established are embroidered in one corner. The names of all club members are embroidered around the edges of the tablecloth. The logo of the International Y's Menettes is embroidered in one corner along with the date the club was founded. The logo colours are red, yellow and blue.service clubs, women, ymca, y's menettes

The Lansell Y's Menettes club was one of four in Bendigo. The other clubs were Bendigo, Kangaroo Flat and Eaglehawk. The Y's Menettes were originally an offshoot of the Y's Men's Clubs. They are linked to the YMCA and aim to promote Christian principles, Youth activities, international good will, community needs, personal development, enjoyment of life and information sharing within the network. Monthly meetings were held in members' homes and later on in YMCA meeting rooms. The tablecloths were used when new members were inducted and their names were added to the cloth. The tablecloths were used at the monthly meetings. They were used at the yearly changeover of office bearers.white cotton tablecloth with decorativer stitch on the hem. The embroidery uses the YMCA colours or red, blue and yellow. The tablecloth has a machine decorative hem stitch The YMCA International Men's Club logo is embroidered on the tablecloth. The club's name Lansell Y's Menettes is above the logo. The names of charter members in 1960 are below the logos. The names of all club members are embroidered around the sides of the tablecloth.women's service clubs

Y's Menettes club was established in Bendigo Kangaroo Flat 24th February 1973. It was one of four Menettes clubs in Bendigo. The other clubs were Bendigo, Lansell and Kangaroo Flat. The Y's Menettes were originally an offshoot of the Y's Men's Clubs. They are linked to the YMCA and aim to promote Christian principles, Youth activities, international good will, community needs, personal development, enjoyment of life and information sharing within the network. Monthly meetings were held in members' homes and later on in YMCA meeting rooms. The tablecloths were used when new members were inducted and their names were added to the cloth. The tablecloths were used at the monthly meetings. They were used at the yearly changeover of office bearers.The Y's Menettes were originally an offshoot of the Y's Men's Clubs. They are linked to the YMCA and aim to promote Christian principles, Youth activities, international good will, community needs, personal development, enjoyment of life and information sharing within the network. Monthly meetings were held in members' homes and later on in YMCA meeting rooms. The tablecloths were used at the monthly meetings. The tablecloths were used when new members were inducted and their names were added to the cloth. they were used at the yearly changeover of office bearers. A cream cotton tablecloth with plain hemming. The embroidery uses the YMCA colours or red, blue and yellow. The tablecloth has a machine decorative hem stitch The YMCA International Men's Club logo is embroidered on the tablecloth. The club's name and Foundation date is beneath the logo. The names of club members embroidered around the sides of the tablecloth.women's service clubs

Elva Merle was born at Nurse Coombes Private Hospital on High Street Golden Square in 1931. She grew up with her family of four on Milroy Street North Bendigo.An obituary of the life of Merle Lea describing her teaching career and her volunteering with a number of local service groups including Lansell Y's Menettes, Meals on Wheels, White Hills Probus Club and the Life Activity and Loddon/Campaspe Older Adults groups. It includes a coloured photograph of Merle. Dated Wednesday February 05, 2025 Bendigo Advertiser.y's menettes, y service clubs, meals on wheels, white hills probus club, long gully pre-school centre

The Bendigo Y Service Club-Women Inc produced a regular newsletter promoting the activities of the Club and the meetings held on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at the YMCA in Strathdale.The December 2009 newsletter produced by the Kangaroo Flat Y Service Club. It includes a number of small articles about the life of the club leading up to Christmas. The major article on the front page is about the purchase of Christmas trees from the Stadium in Mundy Street y service clubs

136-page soft cover book entitled '50th Anniversary South Bendigo Athletic Club.' Established 17th January 1957 Produced by Life Members Paul Rance and Greg Hilson Includes year by year description of activities and athletic achievements with photos. List of Life Members inside front cover. Also annual lists of President, Treasurer, Secretary and Vice President.Signed by Paul Rance and Greg Hilsonsouth bendigo athletic club, 50th anniversary, athletics

A box containing newspaper cuttings on life in Bendigo from 1951 - 1966.Cuttings B.Abendigo, history, community activities, lydia chancellor, collection, place, bendigo, community, clubs and associations, entertainment, event, history, person, societies, people, person, male, female, individual