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Broadmeadows Historical Society & MuseumDocument - Reception Card, Reception – The Mayoress of Broadmeadows, 1979
... ...Municipal government...Social events...Exterior bears the City of Broadmeadows municipal seal and event details; interior lists program timings and artists. ...Exterior bears the City of Broadmeadows municipal seal and event details; interior lists program timings and artists. ...Documents municipal ceremonial and hospitality practices in Broadmeadows in the late 1970s, illustrating the role of the Mayoress in civic hosting and the use of Broadmeadows City Hall for official social functions.This reception card is a representative example of late twentieth‑century municipal ceremonial ephemera. It documents the civic and social functions of the City of Broadmeadows in 1979, highlighting hospitality practices, local performers, and the public role of the Mayoress in fostering civic identity and community engagement. The item’s provenance, intact design, and clear association with municipal leadership support its interpretive value for local government history.Folded reception card on cream‑textured card stock. Exterior bears the City of Broadmeadows municipal seal and event details; interior lists program timings and artists. Printed in blue ink.Outside (recto): “Reception / The Mayoress of Broadmeadows / Mrs. Kath Laherty / City Hall Broadmeadows / Friday 9th March 1979” with City of Broadmeadows seal. Inside: “6.15 p.m. Sherries / 6.45 p.m. Chicken, Champagne and Cider to be served / 8.00 p.m. Entertainment / Artists: Ron Blaskett; Bobsydie Folk Trio; Ray Marsh (Pianist) / The Mayoress thanks you for your attendance.” Verso: Accession label “WI‑4278”.city of broadmeadows, civic ceremonies, municipal government, social events, broadmeadows city hall -
Broadmeadows Historical Society & MuseumArchive (sub-series) - Mayoral invitation, Invitation to the Mayoral Ball, 8 April2026
... ...Municipal events...Local government Mayors and mayoresses Civic ceremony Municipal events City of Broadmeadows 1970s Victoria Invitation to the Mayoral Ball Archive Mayoral invitation Mark Moore Mark Moore ...Created by the curator, Broadmeadows Museum.Created to bring together for archival and research purposes.Arranged in the logical order of invitation and then reply card.Formal printed invitation to the Mayoral Ball issued by the City of Broadmeadows, 1978, together with a completed reply card accepting the invitation. Includes event details, dress code, RSVP instructions, and evidence of civic attendance.local government, mayors and mayoresses, civic ceremony, municipal events, city of broadmeadows, 1970s victorialocal government, mayors and mayoresses, civic ceremony, municipal events, city of broadmeadows, 1970s victoria -
Broadmeadows Historical Society & MuseumDocument - Invitation, City of Broadmeadows, Invitation to a ball at Essendon Town Hall, 1962, 1962
... ...Municipal government...Social events...municipal consolidation. The invitation documents a formal civic ball organised by the municipality and held at Essendon Town Hall prior to Broadmeadows having its own dedicated civic facilities. The event...City of Broadmeadows Civic ceremonies Municipal government Social events Essendon Town Hall Recto: The Mayor and Mayoress of Broadmeadows/request the pleasure of the company of/........ ...This item relates to the civic and social life of the City of Broadmeadows during the early 1960s, a period marked by rapid population growth and municipal consolidation. The invitation documents a formal civic ball organised by the municipality and held at Essendon Town Hall prior to Broadmeadows having its own dedicated civic facilities. The event reflects the role of ceremonial and social functions in reinforcing civic identity, municipal authority, and community cohesion during a formative period in Broadmeadows’ development.This invitation is significant as a representative example of mid‑twentieth‑century municipal ceremonial ephemera that documents the civic and social activities of the City of Broadmeadows in 1962. It demonstrates how local government used formal social events to foster community identity, reinforce civic authority, and maintain social networks during a period of post‑war expansion. The item has strong provenance and interpretive value for understanding municipal culture and civic life prior to the opening of the Broadmeadows Town Hall.Rectangular printed invitation card on cream card stock with rounded corners. Text printed in black formal script. Coloured City of Broadmeadows municipal seal printed at head.Recto: The Mayor and Mayoress of Broadmeadows/request the pleasure of the company of/......../at a Ball/in the Essendon Town Hall/on Tuesday, 5th June, 1962, at 8.30 p. m./THE FAVOUR OF A REPLY ADDRESSED TO THE TOWN CLERK, BROADMEADOWS, IS DESIRED/NOT LATER THAN FRIDAY, 25TH MAY, 1962./ON RECEIPT OF ACCEPTANCE ENTREE CARDS WILL BE FORWARDED. Verso: Accession label “WI 4258” (upper right) city of broadmeadows, civic ceremonies, municipal government, social events, essendon town hall -
Broadmeadows Historical Society & MuseumEphemera - Invitation, City of Broadmeadows, Invitation to a Mayoral Ball (9 June 1964), 1964
... events...Municipal history...This invitation relates to formal civic social events conducted by local government authorities in Broadmeadows during the mid twentieth century, reflecting municipal protocol, social customs, and community leadership in 1960s Victoria....The object is significant as evidence of mid 20th century municipal ceremonial practices in Broadmeadows, illustrating the formality, social structure, and public culture of local government during this period. Local government Civic events ...This invitation relates to formal civic social events conducted by local government authorities in Broadmeadows during the mid twentieth century, reflecting municipal protocol, social customs, and community leadership in 1960s Victoria.The object is significant as evidence of mid 20th century municipal ceremonial practices in Broadmeadows, illustrating the formality, social structure, and public culture of local government during this period.Cream‑coloured card with rounded corners, printed in black ink. Recto features decorative script, block lettering, and municipal crest. Verso is plain with a small adhesive collection label in the upper right corner.Recto: “The Mayor and Mayoress of Broadmeadows/(Cr. R. R. Evans & Miss Kath. Fletcher)/request the pleasure of the company of/Mrs. O. Fletcher/at a Mayoral Ball/in the Essendon Town Hall/on Tuesday, 9th June, 1964, at 8.30 pm/ The favor of a reply addressed to the Town Clerk, Broadmeadows, is/desired not later than Friday, 29th May, 1964/ On receipt of acceptance entree cards will be forwarded.” Verso: “WI 4051” (top right) local government, civic events, municipal history, social history, city of broadmeadows -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.Document - AUSTRALIA DAY DOCUMENTS, 1983 TO 1984, 26/01/1984
... EVENT...Official...celebration...Australia Day... Bendigo Municipal...Two pages from Bendigo Advertiser Wed 26th January 1983; b. page showing program for 'Australia Day Ceremony' 1984 (location of ceremony not specified; Council sponsored event? Bendigo Municipal Band/CEO Mr R Burton/Mayor - Cr. ...EVENT Official celebration Australia Day Bendigo Municipal Band. Advertiser Australia Day documents, 1983; 1984. a. ...Australia Day documents, 1983; 1984. a. Two pages from Bendigo Advertiser Wed 26th January 1983; b. page showing program for 'Australia Day Ceremony' 1984 (location of ceremony not specified; Council sponsored event? Bendigo Municipal Band/CEO Mr R Burton/Mayor - Cr. P D Mansell. Includes Naturalization Ceremony.Advertiserevent, official, celebration, australia day, bendigo municipal band. -
Marysville & District Historical SocietyTHE TRIANGLE NEWS-VOL 39 NO 33-AUGUST 31 2012
... marysville victoria australia goulburn broken catchment management authority opportunity to comment on draft regional catchment strategy marysville & district lions club what's on when in august the committee of management of the gallipoli park precinct maryville community market intrepid triangle bushwalkers creative triangle marysville cricket club registration day advertisements breakfast for men saladin lodge church notices upper goulburn food wine & cultural group triangle community dinner marysville golf club castella central park project control group councillor passes on leadership life skills buxton primary school complimentary therapist team lantern making workshop marysville community centre after fire revegetation work continues triangle community dancers social dance buxton hall buxton cfa close fire call at buxton alexandra library september events real estate don giovanni opera comes to marysville black spur inn marysville villains 2012 presentation night golfers appreciate the daffodils bush dance buxton hotel toboggan race day lake mountain cup murrindindi shire council draft municipal fire management plan ready for public comment local government elections call for women candidates THE TRIANGLE NEWS-VOL 39 NO 33-AUGUST 31 2012 ...marysville, victoria, australia, goulburn broken catchment management authority, opportunity to comment on draft regional catchment strategy, marysville & district lions club, what's on when in august, the committee of management of the gallipoli park precinct, maryville community market, intrepid triangle bushwalkers, creative triangle, marysville cricket club registration day, advertisements, breakfast for men, saladin lodge, church notices, upper goulburn food wine & cultural group, triangle community dinner, marysville golf club, castella central park project control group, councillor passes on leadership life skills, buxton primary school, complimentary therapist team, lantern making workshop, marysville community centre, after fire revegetation work continues, triangle community dancers, social dance buxton hall, buxton cfa, close fire call at buxton, alexandra library september events, real estate, don giovanni opera comes to marysville, black spur inn, marysville villains, 2012 presentation night, golfers appreciate the daffodils, bush dance buxton hotel, toboggan race day, lake mountain cup, murrindindi shire council, draft municipal fire management plan ready for public comment, local government elections call for women candidates -
Marysville & District Historical SocietyTHE TRIANGLE NEWS-VOL 40 NO 26-JULY 12 2013
... marysville victoria australia tumbling waters recreation reserve vicroads murrindindi shire council library services joe dolce singer and poet barry dickins playwright what's on when in july marysville cricket club agm the committee of management of the gallipoli park precinct marysville community market creative triangle one poor quarter costs villains the game marysville football club church notices marysville & district lions club lakeside fellowship eildon intrepid triangle buswalkers councillor comment marysville primary school parents club mayor's chair marysville community centre an invitation australian centre for grief and bereavement 2009 bushfire survivors ugfm presents a taste of tamworth fundraiser concert at alexandra town hall advertisements coming to lake mountain school holiday white christmas marysville & district historical society sharing community stories for historical archives lake mountain alpine resort christmas in july gala dinner real estate triangle arts group 1000 hands project a meaningful art installation for marysville police news cross country ski hire tender right workshop lions triangle tool library department of environment & primary industries fox control marysville branch liberal party christmas in july dinner marysville and surrounds events program funding available eildon and marysville turn for free mulch loading municipal public health and wellbeing plan 2013-2017 buxton recreation reserve notice of agm alexandra tennis club committee of management notice of agm murrindindi shire council community leadership programs clp wood stolen marysville lions club THE TRIANGLE NEWS-VOL 40 NO 26-JULY 12 2013 ...marysville, victoria, australia, tumbling waters recreation reserve, vicroads, murrindindi shire council library services, joe dolce singer and poet, barry dickins playwright, what's on when in july, marysville cricket club agm, the committee of management of the gallipoli park precinct, marysville community market, creative triangle, one poor quarter costs villains the game, marysville football club, church notices, marysville & district lions club, lakeside fellowship eildon, intrepid triangle buswalkers, councillor comment, marysville primary school, parents club, mayor's chair, marysville community centre, an invitation australian centre for grief and bereavement, 2009 bushfire survivors, ugfm presents a taste of tamworth, fundraiser concert at alexandra town hall, advertisements, coming to lake mountain school holiday white christmas, marysville & district historical society, sharing community stories for historical archives, lake mountain alpine resort christmas in july gala dinner, real estate, triangle arts group, 1000 hands project, a meaningful art installation for marysville, police news, cross country ski hire, tender right workshop, lions triangle tool library, department of environment & primary industries, fox control, marysville branch liberal party christmas in july dinner, marysville and surrounds events program funding available, eildon and marysville turn for free mulch loading, municipal public health and wellbeing plan 2013-2017, buxton recreation reserve notice of agm, alexandra tennis club committee of management notice of agm, murrindindi shire council, community leadership programs, clp, wood stolen, marysville lions club -
Marysville & District Historical SocietyTHE TRIANGLE NEWS-VOL 40 NO 27-JULY 19 2013
... marysville victoria australia 1000 hands 1000 hands a place of reflection hope and comunity spirit marysville gallipoli park what's on when in july intrepid triangle bushwalkers the committee of management of the gallipoli park precinct marysville community market creative triangle planning scheme changes proposed to protect our heritage marysville & district lions club water diving course (scuba) church notices view marysville golf and bowls clubhouse redevelopment plans councillor comment advertisements narbethong community hall free movie night real estate marysville preschool hosts annual fundraiser footy-pie night an invitation australian centre for grief and bereavement marysville community centre new pharmacy opening july stolen wood council will progress some parts of kft plan murrindindi shire council notice of application for planning permit marysville historical society sharing community stories for historical archives black spur inn marysville villains marysville football club reunion premiers 1973 mayor's chair buxton fire brigade marysville and surrounds events program funding available tender right workshop municipal public health and wellbeing plan 2013-2017 buxton recreation reserve notice of agm alexandra tennis club committee of management notice of agm THE TRIANGLE NEWS-VOL 40 NO 27-JULY 19 2013 ...marysville, victoria, australia, 1000 hands, 1000 hands a place of reflection hope and comunity spirit, marysville gallipoli park, what's on when in july, intrepid triangle bushwalkers, the committee of management of the gallipoli park precinct, marysville community market, creative triangle, planning scheme changes proposed to protect our heritage, marysville & district lions club, water diving course (scuba), church notices, view marysville golf and bowls clubhouse redevelopment plans, councillor comment, advertisements, narbethong community hall, free movie night, real estate, marysville preschool hosts annual fundraiser footy-pie night, an invitation australian centre for grief and bereavement, marysville community centre, new pharmacy opening july, stolen wood, council will progress some parts of kft plan, murrindindi shire council, notice of application for planning permit, marysville historical society, sharing community stories for historical archives, black spur inn, marysville villains, marysville football club reunion premiers 1973, mayor's chair, buxton fire brigade, marysville and surrounds events program funding available, tender right workshop, municipal public health and wellbeing plan 2013-2017, buxton recreation reserve notice of agm, alexandra tennis club committee of management notice of agm -
Glenelg Shire Council Cultural CollectionSouvenir - Souvenir Card, 1955
... event and a listing of mayors from 1856-1955. Souvenir of the Mayoral Chain to the Town of Portland on the occasion of the Centenary of Municipal Government...event and a listing of mayors from 1856-1955. Souvenir of the Mayoral Chain to the Town of Portland on the occasion of the Centenary of Municipal Government Souvenir Souvenir Card Town of Portland ...Town of PortlandTwp-sided cream card. On front is title, town coat of arms and date (17th December 1955). On back are further details of event and a listing of mayors from 1856-1955. Souvenir of the Mayoral Chain to the Town of Portland on the occasion of the Centenary of Municipal Governmentsouvenir, mayoral chain, portland -
Orbost & District Historical SocietyDocument - ticket, 1896
... Municipal Auxiliary and a member of the Red Cross. (ref. Mary Gilbert) This item reflects the recreational / social activities of a remote rural community. A public event ...Gordon Hall was the first public building in Buchan. European settlement first entered the area in October 1838 and Buchan station was established in January 1839. Free selection after 1868, and a township was proclaimed in 1873 taking its name from the station. The Grand ball was held on race night, Monday 28th December 1896 in the Gordon Hall at Buchan. From the estate of Elsie Cooke. Elsie Cooke was a librarian in Orbost for many years. She was the daughter of John Cooke early Brodribb settler. Elsie Cooke lived all her life in Gippsland,. She was born at Brodribb in 1895 and died in 1970, Elsie Cooke lived at Bruthen for a short time and, in 1937, moved to live with her aunt, Miss Jean Munro. Miss Cooke was Librarian at the Mechanics Institute for many years. Kindness and consideration for other were Miss Cooke’s attributes and she endeared herself to all who knew her. She was a loyal member of the Presbyterian Church and a stalwart of the Ladies’ Guild, an energetic worker for the Municipal Auxiliary and a member of the Red Cross. (ref. Mary Gilbert)This item reflects the recreational / social activities of a remote rural community. A public event such as a grand ball would have been a significant event on the calendar.Small, cream-coloured rectangular card with rounded edges and blank ink. Evidence of pin holes in each four corners and folds/signs of wear. Card is foxing and has small vertical tear in lower left quadrant.+ GORDON x HALL, x BUCHAN. + / Race Night! - Race Night! / A GRAND BALL / Will be held in the Gordon Hall, Buchan, on / Monday, : 28th : December, : 1896. / ADMISSION : / +- SINGLE, THREE SHILLINGS -+grand ball, 1896, gordon hall, buchan, elsie cooke -
Greensborough Historical SocietyMemorabilia - Article, Australian Municipal Journal, Diamond Valley Farewells its only Shire Secretary Bruce Morgan, 08/1983
... Municipal Journal about Diamond Valley Shire's farewell to Bruce Morgan. Bruce Morgan was the first Shire Secretary (1964-1983) of the Shire of Diamond Valley. This collection was compiled by his wife, Mavis Morgan, detailing the events ...Article from the Australian Municipal Journal about Diamond Valley Shire's farewell to Bruce Morgan.Bruce Morgan was the first Shire Secretary (1964-1983) of the Shire of Diamond Valley. This collection was compiled by his wife, Mavis Morgan, detailing the events they attended in their official capacityJournal article with black text and black and white photo.bruce morgan, mavis morgan, shire of diamond valley, bruce morgan - retirement -
Greensborough Historical SocietyMemorabilia - Photograph, Bruce Morgan and Pauline Toner at Municipal Association Dinner, 29/09/1977
... Photo of Bruce Morgan and Pauline Toner chatting at Municipal Association Dinner Dance Bruce Morgan was the first Shire Secretary (1964-1983) of the Shire of Diamond Valley. This collection was compiled by his wife, Mavis Morgan, detailing the events they attended in their official capacity bruce morgan mavis morgan municipal association of australia Small black and white photograph. ...Photo of Bruce Morgan and Pauline Toner chatting at Municipal Association Dinner DanceBruce Morgan was the first Shire Secretary (1964-1983) of the Shire of Diamond Valley. This collection was compiled by his wife, Mavis Morgan, detailing the events they attended in their official capacitySmall black and white photograph.bruce morgan, mavis morgan, municipal association of australia -
Greensborough Historical SocietyMemorabilia - Newspaper Clipping, The Courier, City farewells Wal Harman, 04/11/1981
... After 45 years of service - Coburg's Mayor and other civic leaders and the members of Municipal Association of Victoria were amongst the three hundred guests to farewell Wal Harman on Friday October 30th, 1981. Bruce Morgan was the first Shire Secretary (1964-1983) of the Shire of Diamond Valley. This collection was compiled by his wife, Mavis Morgan, detailing the events ...After 45 years of service - Coburg's Mayor and other civic leaders and the members of Municipal Association of Victoria were amongst the three hundred guests to farewell Wal Harman on Friday October 30th, 1981.Bruce Morgan was the first Shire Secretary (1964-1983) of the Shire of Diamond Valley. This collection was compiled by his wife, Mavis Morgan, detailing the events they attended in their official capacity.News clipping, text and black and white imagesbruce morgan, mavis morgan, city of coburg, wal harman -
Greensborough Historical SocietyMemorabilia - Letter, Institute of Municipal Administraton, Invitation to Andrew Nowell Walls Testimonial Dinner, 06/12/1973
... Letter from The Institute of Municipal Administration inviting members to the Andrew Nowell Walls Testimonial Dinner on 7th December, 1973 at the Hotel Australia, Melbourne. Bruce Morgan was the first Shire Secretary (1964-1983) of the Shire of Diamond Valley. This collection was compiled by his wife, Mavis Morgan, detailing the events ...Letter from The Institute of Municipal Administration inviting members to the Andrew Nowell Walls Testimonial Dinner on 7th December, 1973 at the Hotel Australia, Melbourne. Bruce Morgan was the first Shire Secretary (1964-1983) of the Shire of Diamond Valley. This collection was compiled by his wife, Mavis Morgan, detailing the events they attended in their official capacity.Letter on cream paper, black text with Victorian Division crestThe Institute of Municipal Administrationbruce morgan, mavis morgan, andrew nowell walls -
Greensborough Historical SocietyMemorabilia - Program, Institute of Municipal Administration, Andrew Nowell Walls Testimonial Dinner, 06/12/1973
... This collection was compiled by his wife, Mavis Morgan, detailing the events they attended in their official capacity. bruce morgan mavis morgan andrew nowell walls The Institute of Municipal Administration Program on green paper, black text with Victorian Division crest Andrew Nowell Walls Testimonial Dinner Memorabilia Program Institute of Municipal Administration ...Outline of program for Andrew Nowell Walls Testimonial Dinner on 7th December, 1973 at the Hotel Australia, Melbourne. Bruce Morgan was the first Shire Secretary (1964-1983) of the Shire of Diamond Valley. This collection was compiled by his wife, Mavis Morgan, detailing the events they attended in their official capacity.Program on green paper, black text with Victorian Division crestThe Institute of Municipal Administrationbruce morgan, mavis morgan, andrew nowell walls -
Greensborough Historical SocietyMemorabilia - Newspaper Clipping, Diamond Valley News, American drops in to check out council, 10/04/1978
... municipal officer, Mr Steven Larson, from California attended last week's Diamond Valley Council meeting. Bruce Morgan was the first Shire Secretary (1964-1983) of the Shire of Diamond Valley. This collection was compiled by his wife, Mavis Morgan, detailing the events ...A senior municipal officer, Mr Steven Larson, from California attended last week's Diamond Valley Council meeting. Bruce Morgan was the first Shire Secretary (1964-1983) of the Shire of Diamond Valley. This collection was compiled by his wife, Mavis Morgan, detailing the events they attended in their official capacityArticle with black text and black and white photo.bruce morgan, mavis morgan, rotary international, diamond valley shire -
Greensborough Historical SocietyMemorabilia - Invitation, City of Doncaster and Templestowe, City of Doncaster & Templestowe Mayoral Dinner Dance 1978, 08/06/1978
... This collection was compiled by his wife, Mavis Morgan, detailing the events they attended in their official capacity bruce morgan mavis morgan city of doncaster and templestowe Folded card with blue tone image of Ruffey Creek Municipal Gardens Doncaster on cover, inside blue text with gold logo. ...Invitation to City of Doncaster & Templestowe Mayoral Dinner Dance held on Thursday 8th June 1978.Bruce Morgan was the first Shire Secretary (1964-1983) of the Shire of Diamond Valley. This collection was compiled by his wife, Mavis Morgan, detailing the events they attended in their official capacityFolded card with blue tone image of Ruffey Creek Municipal Gardens Doncaster on cover, inside blue text with gold logo.bruce morgan, mavis morgan, city of doncaster and templestowe -
Greensborough Historical SocietyMemorabilia - Programme, Official Dinner & Raymond West Oration, 20/02/1979
... Programme and Menu for the Official Dinner and Raymond West Oration held on 20 February 1979 at the Great Hall, National Gallery of Victoria, hosted by the Municipal Association of Victoria Bruce Morgan was the first Shire Secretary (1964-1983) of the Shire of Diamond Valley. This collection was compiled by his wife, Mavis Morgan, detailing the events they attended in their official capacity bruce morgan mavis morgan local government White card with black text and coloured logo. ...Programme and Menu for the Official Dinner and Raymond West Oration held on 20 February 1979 at the Great Hall, National Gallery of Victoria, hosted by the Municipal Association of VictoriaBruce Morgan was the first Shire Secretary (1964-1983) of the Shire of Diamond Valley. This collection was compiled by his wife, Mavis Morgan, detailing the events they attended in their official capacityWhite card with black text and coloured logo.bruce morgan, mavis morgan, local government -
Greensborough Historical SocietyMemorabilia - Invitation, Shire of Diamond Valley, Invitation to the official opening of the new Council Chambers and Municipal Offices 1972, 26/02/1972
... Municipal Offices on 26th February 1972. The Offices were officially opened by Sir Rohan Delacombe, Governor of Victoria. Bruce Morgan was the first Shire Secretary (1964-1983) of the Shire of Diamond Valley. This collection was compiled by his wife, Mavis Morgan, detailing the events ...Invitation to the official opening of the new Council Chambers and Municipal Offices on 26th February 1972. The Offices were officially opened by Sir Rohan Delacombe, Governor of Victoria.Bruce Morgan was the first Shire Secretary (1964-1983) of the Shire of Diamond Valley. This collection was compiled by his wife, Mavis Morgan, detailing the events they attended in their official capacityPrinted invitation on a buff card with gold and black text and gold logo.bruce morgan, mavis morgan, shire of diamond valley, diamond valley civic centre -
Greensborough Historical SocietyMemorabilia - Program, Shire of Diamond Valley, Official opening of Civic Centre 1972, 26/02/1972
... Municipal Offices on 26th February 1972. The Offices were officially opened by Sir Rohan Delacombe, Governor of Victoria. Includes a brief history of the Shire of Diamond Valley, the meaning of the Shire logo and a map of the building. Bruce Morgan was the first Shire Secretary (1964-1983) of the Shire of Diamond Valley. This collection was compiled by his wife, Mavis Morgan, detailing the events ...Program for the official opening of the new Council Chambers and Municipal Offices on 26th February 1972. The Offices were officially opened by Sir Rohan Delacombe, Governor of Victoria. Includes a brief history of the Shire of Diamond Valley, the meaning of the Shire logo and a map of the building.Bruce Morgan was the first Shire Secretary (1964-1983) of the Shire of Diamond Valley. This collection was compiled by his wife, Mavis Morgan, detailing the events they attended in their official capacityTri-fold brochure on buff card with green text and logo.bruce morgan, mavis morgan, shire of diamond valley, diamond valley civic centre -
Greensborough Historical SocietyMemorabilia - Letter, Institute of Municipal Administration, Frank Rogan Testimonial Dinner, 25/11/1980
... Municipal Administration on 28 November 1980. Frank Rogan was Town Clerk of the City of Melbourne 1955-1980. Bruce Morgan was the first Shire Secretary (1964-1983) of the Shire of Diamond Valley. This collection was compiled by his wife, Mavis Morgan, detailing the events ...Letter about the final arrangements for the Frank Rogan Testimonial Dinner organised by the Institute of Municipal Administration on 28 November 1980. Frank Rogan was Town Clerk of the City of Melbourne 1955-1980.Bruce Morgan was the first Shire Secretary (1964-1983) of the Shire of Diamond Valley. This collection was compiled by his wife, Mavis Morgan, detailing the events they attended in their official capacityCream paper with black text and black and white logo.bruce morgan, mavis morgan, institute of municipal administration, frank rogan -
Greensborough Historical SocietyMemorabilia - Menu, Institute of Municipal Administration, Frank Rogan Testimonial Dinner, 28/11/1980
... This collection was compiled by his wife, Mavis Morgan, detailing the events they attended in their official capacity bruce morgan mavis morgan Institute of Municipal Administration frank rogan Cream paper with black text and coloured logo. ...Menu for the Frank Henry Rogan Testimonial Dinner held on 28th November 1980. Frank Rogan was Town Clerk for the City of Melbourne from 1955-1980.Bruce Morgan was the first Shire Secretary (1964-1983) of the Shire of Diamond Valley. This collection was compiled by his wife, Mavis Morgan, detailing the events they attended in their official capacityCream paper with black text and coloured logo.bruce morgan, mavis morgan, institute of municipal administration, frank rogan -
Greensborough Historical SocietyMagazine, Banyule Banner May 2023, 2023_05
... The Banyule Banner is published by Banyule City Council to advertise upcoming events in the City of Banyule and to report on past events. This edition contains reports on municipal laws and animal management and Watsonia Town Square....The Banyule Banner is published by Banyule City Council to advertise upcoming events in the City of Banyule and to report on past events. This edition contains reports on municipal laws and animal management and Watsonia Town Square. ...The Banyule Banner is published by Banyule City Council to advertise upcoming events in the City of Banyule and to report on past events. This edition contains reports on municipal laws and animal management and Watsonia Town Square.A record of events within the City of Banyule.24 pages, colour illustrations. banyule banner, banyule council -
Ringwood and District Historical SocietyBooklet, City of Ringwood Report to Ratepayers 1978-1979, 1978
... Green covered community information booklet for Ringwood residents covering Council Representatives' and Service Organisations' contact details, Council Finances, Immunizations, Major Works, Planning (Live Theatre/Functions Centre), Health and Community Services, Christmas Holiday Play Centres, Lord Mayor's Children's Camp, Rates, Municipal Elections, Dogs, Rubbish Tip, Overhanging Foliage, Vandalism, Building By-laws, Fred Dwerryhouse Swimming Centre, Planning (Commercial Centre), Netball Complex, Citizenship Ceremonies, Mini Bikes, School Crossing Supervision, Ringwood Garden Competition, and Coming Events (International Year of the Child, Family Fun Day, Highland Carnival). ...Back cover - Green tinted photograph of Ringwood Memorial Tower captioned: Ringwood - "A Happening Community" Green covered community information booklet for Ringwood residents covering Council Representatives' and Service Organisations' contact details, Council Finances, Immunizations, Major Works, Planning (Live Theatre/Functions Centre), Health and Community Services, Christmas Holiday Play Centres, Lord Mayor's Children's Camp, Rates, Municipal Elections, Dogs, Rubbish Tip, Overhanging Foliage, Vandalism, Building By-laws, Fred Dwerryhouse Swimming Centre, Planning (Commercial Centre), Netball Complex, Citizenship Ceremonies, Mini Bikes, School Crossing Supervision, Ringwood Garden Competition, and Coming Events (International Year of the Child, Family Fun Day, Highland Carnival). ...Green covered community information booklet for Ringwood residents covering Council Representatives' and Service Organisations' contact details, Council Finances, Immunizations, Major Works, Planning (Live Theatre/Functions Centre), Health and Community Services, Christmas Holiday Play Centres, Lord Mayor's Children's Camp, Rates, Municipal Elections, Dogs, Rubbish Tip, Overhanging Foliage, Vandalism, Building By-laws, Fred Dwerryhouse Swimming Centre, Planning (Commercial Centre), Netball Complex, Citizenship Ceremonies, Mini Bikes, School Crossing Supervision, Ringwood Garden Competition, and Coming Events (International Year of the Child, Family Fun Day, Highland Carnival). Includes two City of Ringwood Free Tipping Vouchers valid until the end of 1979.Mayor's Message - Cr. A.B. Henderson, J.P. Back cover - Green tinted photograph of Ringwood Memorial Tower captioned: Ringwood - "A Happening Community"rinx -
Eltham District Historical Society IncNewsletter, Newsletter, No. 200 September 2011
... Contents: • Next meeting, Speaker Panel: Houses with History • Welcome • September • September Excursion – Walk to ‘Killeavey’ • Peter Bassett-Smith 1911-2011 • Community Centre Opening (From Newsletter No. 1 May 1978) • Recent Events (From Newsletter No. 46, January 1986) • Recent Activities (From Newsletter No. 58, January 1988) • Whroo and Chateau Tahbilk by Bettina Woodburn (From Newsletter No. 100, January 1995) • Municipal Amalgamation and the Future of Our Society (From Newsletter No. 100, January 1995) • The Eltham Connection (From Newsletter No. 135, November 2000) • Walter Withers in 1903 (From Newsletter No. 150, May 2003) • And Also ...Contents: • Next meeting, Speaker Panel: Houses with History • Welcome • September • September Excursion – Walk to ‘Killeavey’ • Peter Bassett-Smith 1911-2011 • Community Centre Opening (From Newsletter No. 1 May 1978) • Recent Events (From Newsletter No. 46, January 1986) • Recent Activities (From Newsletter No. 58, January 1988) • Whroo and Chateau Tahbilk by Bettina Woodburn (From Newsletter No. 100, January 1995) • Municipal Amalgamation and the Future of Our Society (From Newsletter No. 100, January 1995) • The Eltham Connection (From Newsletter No. 135, November 2000) • Walter Withers in 1903 (From Newsletter No. 150, May 2003) • And Also The Shire of Eltham Historical Society was formed in October 1967. ...Contents: • Next meeting, Speaker Panel: Houses with History • Welcome • September • September Excursion – Walk to ‘Killeavey’ • Peter Bassett-Smith 1911-2011 • Community Centre Opening (From Newsletter No. 1 May 1978) • Recent Events (From Newsletter No. 46, January 1986) • Recent Activities (From Newsletter No. 58, January 1988) • Whroo and Chateau Tahbilk by Bettina Woodburn (From Newsletter No. 100, January 1995) • Municipal Amalgamation and the Future of Our Society (From Newsletter No. 100, January 1995) • The Eltham Connection (From Newsletter No. 135, November 2000) • Walter Withers in 1903 (From Newsletter No. 150, May 2003) • And Also The Shire of Eltham Historical Society was formed in October 1967. The first newsletter of the Society was issued May 1978 and has been published continuously ever since on a bi-monthly basis. With the cessation of the Shire of Eltham in late 1994, the Society's name was revised to Eltham District Historical Society and this name first appeared with issue No. 103, July 1995. The collection of the Society's newsletters provides a valuable resource on the history of the Society's activities, office bearers and committee members, guest speakers and subjects of historical interest pertinent to the former Shire of Eltham and the Eltham District.A4 photocopied newsletter distributed to membersnewsletter, eltham district historical society, shire of eltham historical society -
Warrnambool and District Historical Society Inc.Certificate - Municipal Association of Victoria: Inauguration of the Commonwealth of Australia, Sands & McDougall, 1901
... Henry, Victor Henry, an art student had designed and illuminated the municipal Addresses presented to the Governor general and the Duke of York. This item has historical, artistic social and interpretive significance. It links the most important event ...This certificate is one of a number held by the Warrnambool and District Historical society which relate to the occasion of Federation of Australia , January 01/1901. Some are for social functions at the time others like this are for more formal occasions. There was a strong local vote for Federation at the referendum in 1898 with district figures 957 voting for and 146 against . By 1899 the vote had increased to 1411 yes and 39 against.. The official federation celebrations were held in Sydney and Warrnambool like towns all over Australia held celebrations. The Mayor and five of Warrnambool's councillors travelled to Sydney for the celebrations. The first federal Member of Parliament for the Warrnambool district was John Chester Manifold of "Talindert," Camperdown. Some local well known people of the time who were contributed in various fields to the Federation spirit, include John Archibald, Willian Astley, Louis Bayer, Richard Kennedy, Walter Murdoch, and Con O'Mahony. This certificate has an added link to Warrnambool in that the son of Councillor W. Henry, Victor Henry, an art student had designed and illuminated the municipal Addresses presented to the Governor general and the Duke of York. This item has historical, artistic social and interpretive significance. It links the most important event of the Federation of Australia to our city. That the art work was completed by Victor Henry, a local person is a significant claim to fame for our city. It presents an opportunity for present generations to consider local aspects of the process of the Federation of our country.Framed Certificate. Inauguration of the Commonwealth of Australia, Municipal Association of Victoria 1901. Signed by councillorsWilliam Ferguson Mayor, Giffens Russell, John Ward, John Marfell, Chas Macknight, W J Hickford, W Simpson, G S Mackay, M Saltau, H C Lawson, E J Murray William Kucks Jnr, W Henry. Small card inserted in bottom right reads With compliments of W Ferguson, Mayor.warrnambool, warrnambool history, warrnambool at federation, federation of australia, victor henry -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.Newspaper - Article from the Bendigo Advertiser - Swimming pools in Bendigo, Sat Nov 26 2017
... Municipal Pool only permitted mixed bathing after its late 1950s reopening, reflecting broader social changes. Even into the 1920s, women had to request dedicated swimming times for instruction. Learning to swim was vital for safety, especially due to the risk of drowning in mining dams during early settlement. Local newspapers published swimming instructions, and community members shared stories about learning to swim. The document promotes an exhibition and encourages visitors to record their own pool-related memories, which will be shared at a community event...Municipal Pool only permitted mixed bathing after its late 1950s reopening, reflecting broader social changes. Even into the 1920s, women had to request dedicated swimming times for instruction. Learning to swim was vital for safety, especially due to the risk of drowning in mining dams during early settlement. Local newspapers published swimming instructions, and community members shared stories about learning to swim. The document promotes an exhibition and encourages visitors to record their own pool-related memories, which will be shared at a community event ...This document highlights the historical and community significance of swimming pools in Bendigo, focusing on personal stories, community efforts, and social change: Items belonging to Olympic champion Faith Leech, such as her dressing gown and Olympic torch, are displayed to honor her achievements and inspire others. Family members and local historians emphasize the determination and impact of local swimming figures. The push for modern, Olympic-size pools in Bendigo was inspired by the 1956 Olympic Games. While government grants supported pool construction, significant fundraising was done by local residents, who contributed £17,500—a major portion of the total cost. Fundraising was competitive, with community members recognized for their efforts (e.g., being crowned "Queen of the Pool"). Early advocacy for pools began in the 1880s, with Golden Square residents lobbying for their own facility. Golden Square's pool, opened in 1918, was the first in Bendigo to allow mixed-gender swimming. The Bendigo Municipal Pool only permitted mixed bathing after its late 1950s reopening, reflecting broader social changes. Even into the 1920s, women had to request dedicated swimming times for instruction. Learning to swim was vital for safety, especially due to the risk of drowning in mining dams during early settlement. Local newspapers published swimming instructions, and community members shared stories about learning to swim. The document promotes an exhibition and encourages visitors to record their own pool-related memories, which will be shared at a community event called 'Stories from the Pool.'Article from the Bendigo Advertiser - Swimming pools in Bendigo Sat Nov 26 2017 Pictures Mark Kearney This item contains the following documents: 3486.53a Kay MacGregor and Vivien Newton hold the original petition from the Golden Square residents 3486.53b Faith Leech's dressing gown is among other belongings from the Olympic champion to go on show 3486.53c Article on swimming pools in Bendigo from the Advertiserbendigo, swimming pools in bendigo -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.Booklet - City of Bendigo Jubilee 1855-1905, April 1905
... Municipal Progress issued by A. Dunstan, Mayor, April 1905 Illustrated with B&W photos of the era and chronological list of events. ...Municipal Progress issued by A. Dunstan, Mayor, April 1905 Illustrated with B&W photos of the era and chronological list of events. ...Cord bound booklet of 26 pages with red and brown title and Bendigo Crest on front cover. 'City of Bendigo Jubilee 1855-1905' A short Resume of Municipal Progress issued by A. Dunstan, Mayor, April 1905 Illustrated with B&W photos of the era and chronological list of events. Photos of Councilors from Sandhurst Borough, Sandhurst City and Bendigo City. Printed by J.B. Young, General Printer, Lithographer, Bookbinder etc., Lyttleton Terrace, Bendigo city of bendigo, jubilee, 1855-1905 -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.Document - R.S.L. BENDIGO COLLECTION: TIME TABLE FOR MARCH
... EVENT...Official...Anzac Day...R.S.L. Bendigo Collection - Time Table for March... Mr A V Palmer... Mr W E P Carruthers... F Jackson... W Fern... W Green... J Murdoch... F Schilling... Boer War Statue... 38 Bn Band... Cenotaph... National Bank... Bendigo Pipe Band... AHQ Carto Fortuna... Lansell Statue... Hopetoun and Municipal...EVENT Official Anzac Day R.S.L. Bendigo Collection - Time Table for March Mr A V Palmer Mr W E P Carruthers F Jackson W Fern W Green J Murdoch F Schilling Boer War Statue 38 Bn Band Cenotaph National Bank Bendigo Pipe Band AHQ Carto Fortuna Lansell Statue Hopetoun and Municipal Bands Marist Brothers Bands Bendigo Pipe Band Memorial Hall Typed time table for march. ...Typed time table for march. Detailed is the Assembly, Order of March, Spacings, Route, Bands, Last Post, Reveille, Traffic arrangements, and Timings. Written at the end of the first page is:'Dawn Service 6.30 ? ?.event, official, anzac day, r.s.l. bendigo collection - time table for march, mr a v palmer, mr w e p carruthers, f jackson, w fern, w green, j murdoch, f schilling, boer war statue, 38 bn band, cenotaph, national bank, bendigo pipe band, ahq carto fortuna, lansell statue, hopetoun and municipal bands, marist brothers bands, bendigo pipe band, memorial hall -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.Document - History Notes - Information on Mining, statistics and early development of Bendigo, 1840-1990 approx
... Bendigo Became a municipal district in 1855, a town in 1861, a city in 1871, and changed its name from Sandhurst to Bendigo in 1891. Key Events...Bendigo Became a municipal district in 1855, a town in 1861, a city in 1871, and changed its name from Sandhurst to Bendigo in 1891. Key Events ...Saddle, Fault, and Spur reefs are the main types, found in Ordovician slates and sandstones folded into anticlines and synclines. Major Productive Reefs: Hustlers, Garden Gully, Paddy's Gully, Sheepshead, New Chum, Nell Gwynne, and Carshalton.Mining Process: Gold is found in quartz lodes, extracted, crushed, and separated using mercury amalgamation. From 1851–1949, over 21 million ounces of gold were produced, valued at approximately £323 million (1964 prices). Located Bendigo is in central Victoria, north of the Dividing Range, between Campaspe Valley and Loddon flats; 100 miles from Melbourne. The City area is 8,030 acres; population around 40,000 (city), 47,000 (district).Climate is temperate, with average rainfall of 20 inches, and 320 sunny days per year. Gold First discovered in 1851 at Golden Square. Bendigo Became a municipal district in 1855, a town in 1861, a city in 1871, and changed its name from Sandhurst to Bendigo in 1891. Key Events: Establishment of hospital, police court, churches, schools, and infrastructure like railways and water supply.Governance and Civic Structure. Council Structure: 3 wards, each with 3 councillors serving 3-year terms; mayor elected by councillors. Main revenue from rates and property; principal duties include public works, health, parks, and enforcement of by-laws. Major Projects: Olympic swimming pool, market extensions, park improvements, road and drainage works.Economy and IndustryCommerce: 730 retail shops, 260 factories, and a major livestock market.Principal Industries: Meat processing, manufacturing (including ordnance, textiles, engineering), fruit and food processing, and egg production. Bendigo is Noted for sheep, lamb, fruit (especially tomatoes and apples), and dairy. Major rail and road hub with connections across Victoria and to New South Wales; tram and bus services.Education: Institute of Technology, Teachers College, multiple secondary and primary schools, and special education facilities. Several hospitals, aged care homes, and health services. 486 acres of parks and gardens, extensive sports facilities, and Lake Eppalock for water sports. Wide range of community, cultural, and sporting organizations. Regional library, art gallery, music and drama societies. Notable Figures and HeritageGeorge Lansell: Known as the "Gold King," a key figure in Bendigo's mining history. Transformation: From a sheep run to a major goldfield and then to a modern city with significant infrastructure and cultural assets. Motto Coat of Arms: Features symbols representing gold mining, agriculture, pioneering, and fruit growing.Motto: "Progress" in gold on a purple ribbon.Bendigo's history is marked by rapid growth from gold discovery, strong civic development, and a diverse economy, making it a significant regional center in Victoria.History Notes - Information on Mining, statistics and early development of Bendigo - author unknown This item contains the following document: 11217.65a Twelve Foolscap typed pages with information on Bendigonon-fictionbendigo, fortuna, george lansell, development of bendigo
