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Orbost & District Historical Societyinformation sheet, Welcome to the Shire of Orbost, 1992
... Welcome to the Shire of Orbost...Orbost-Shire-Council...Splitting away as part of the Shire of Tambo in 1882, Orbost was first incorporated as a shire in its own right as the Shire of Croajingolong on 30 May 1892. ...On the front page is the logo of Orbost Shire Council. There is information on the role of the Shire Councillors for 1992/93. ...Orbost Shire Council...Orbost, East Gippsland, Victoria, Australia...It has a map of the council building. Welcome to the Shire of Orbost information sheet Orbost Shire Council ...This was possibly produced for an open day in the centenary year. The Shire of Orbost was a local government area about 380 kilometres east of Melbourne. The shire covered an area of 9,347 square kilometres and existed from 1892 until 1994. Originally, Orbost was part of the Bairnsdale Road District which was created on 30 April 1867. Splitting away as part of the Shire of Tambo in 1882, Orbost was first incorporated as a shire in its own right as the Shire of Croajingolong on 30 May 1892. It received its present name on 17 February 1893. On 3 January 1913 part of its western riding was annexed to Tambo as its Cunninghame Riding. On 2 December 1994, the Shire was abolished, and merged with City and Shire of Bairnsdale, Shire of Tambo, most of the Shire of Omeo and the Boole Boole Peninsula from Shire of Rosedale into the Shire of East Gippsland. This is a useful reference tool.Two stapled pages of printed information. On the front page is the logo of Orbost Shire Council. There is information on the role of the Shire Councillors for 1992/93. It has a map of the council building.orbost-shire-council -
Orbost & District Historical Societybook / document, Community Services Directory March 1993 Shire of Orbost, 1993
... Community Services Directory March 1993 Shire of Orbost...This booklet was compiled by Orbost Shire council in 1993. It contains addresses and phone numbers of community groups in the shire and includes Mallacoota, Bemm River, Marlo, Cann River and Orbost.I it also has population statistics from the 1991 census - 6562 or the Shire of Orbost....A foolscap sized document of approximately 60 pp titled COMMUNITY SERVICES DIRECTORY Shire of Orbost March 1993.It has a red cover with plastic binding. ...Orbost Shire Council...Orbost, East Gippsland, Victoria, Australia...Orbost & District Historical Society Ruskin Street Orbost gippsland This booklet was compiled by Orbost Shire council in 1993. ...This booklet was compiled by Orbost Shire council in 1993. It contains addresses and phone numbers of community groups in the shire and includes Mallacoota, Bemm River, Marlo, Cann River and Orbost.I it also has population statistics from the 1991 census - 6562 or the Shire of Orbost.This booklet is a useful reference tool.A foolscap sized document of approximately 60 pp titled COMMUNITY SERVICES DIRECTORY Shire of Orbost March 1993.It has a red cover with plastic binding. It contains addresses and phone numbers of community groups in the shire and includes Mallacoota, Bemm River, Marlo, Cann River and Orbost.I it also has population statistics from the 1991 census - 6562 or the Shire of Orbost.orbost-history community-groups-orbost-1993 -
Orbost & District Historical SocietyInvitation, 1969
... orbost-shire-council...Splitting away as part of the Shire of Tambo in 1882, Orbost was first incorporated as a shire in its own right as the Shire of Croajingolong on 30 May 1892. ...A stapled program and invitation to the official opening of the new Orbost Shire Council Municipal Offices. A light blue card with the Orbost Shire Council insignia and gold print on front. ...Orbost Shire Council...Orbost, East Gippsland, Victoria, Australia...This item is representative of a time when Orbost had its own Shire Council. orbost-shire-council handwritten in blue pen - "Judith G Walcott" A stapled program and invitation to the official opening of the new Orbost Shire Council Municipal Offices. ...The current building was opened on Friday 28th February 1969 by the Premier of Victoria, The Hon. Sir Henry E. Bolte, K.C.M.G., M.P. The Shire of Orbost was a local government area about 380 kilometres east of Melbourne, the state capital of Victoria, Australia. The shire covered an area of 9,347 square kilometres and existed from 1892 until 1994. Originally, Orbost was part of the Bairnsdale Road District which was created on 30 April 1867. Splitting away as part of the Shire of Tambo in 1882, Orbost was first incorporated as a shire in its own right as the Shire of Croajingolong on 30 May 1892. It received its present name on 17 February 1893. On 3 January 1913 part of its western riding was annexed to Tambo as its Cunninghame Riding. Local governments play an important role in the lives of citizens in Australia. Local government authorities exist to provide services and amenities to local communities, and are also responsible for regulating and providing services for land and property in their district. This item is representative of a time when Orbost had its own Shire Council. A stapled program and invitation to the official opening of the new Orbost Shire Council Municipal Offices. A light blue card with the Orbost Shire Council insignia and gold print on front. The invitation is addressed to the secretary of Orbost Historical Society Judith Walcott.handwritten in blue pen - "Judith G Walcott"orbost-shire-council -
Orbost & District Historical Societycash book, 1960
... Orbost was at first included in the Bairnsdale Shire from 1882 and was later part of the Tambo Shire. ...On front cover - East Gippsland Shire council logo label with "ORBOST" handwritten in black....Orbost Shire Council...Orbost, East Gippsland, Victoria, Australia...Emu Binding. cash book Orbost Shire Council ...This ledger was used by the Shire of Orbost from 1960-1962. The item was donated to Orbost & District Historical society from P.R.O.V. as a Place of Deposit (POD) item for safe keeping by a local history group or museum. The shire covered an area of 9,347 square kilometres and existed from 1892 until 1994 when it became part of the East Gippsland Shire Council. Orbost was at first included in the Bairnsdale Shire from 1882 and was later part of the Tambo Shire. Because of travelling distances the Croajingalong Shire was created in 1892 (name changed to Orbost Shire 17.2.1893 with James Cameron as the first Shire President. In 1994 it amalgamated to become part of East Gippsland Shire Council This is a handwritten record of accounts for the Shire of Orbost Council. It vpredates computer records. The Shire of Orbost no longer exists having been absorbed by the East Gippsland Shire Council.A heavy cash book with wooden covers and metal hinges. It is lockable and contains handwritten records of accounts. Emu Binding.On front cover - East Gippsland Shire council logo label with "ORBOST" handwritten in black. -
Orbost & District Historical Societycash book, 1905 - 1914
... This ledger was used by the Shire of Orbost pound keeper from 1906 - 1914. ...It contains hand-written records of payments received by the treasurer of the Orbost Pound....on spine : inside a red box in gold lettering"Pound Cash Book" inside a black box in gold lettering"Shire of Orbost"...Orbost Shire Council...Orbost, East Gippsland, Victoria, Australia...It contains hand-written records of payments received by the treasurer of the Orbost Pound. cash book Orbost Shire Council ...This ledger was used by the Shire of Orbost pound keeper from 1906 - 1914. The item was donated to Orbost & District Historical society from P.R.O.V. as a Place of Deposit (POD) item for safe keeping by a local history group or museum. The shire covered an area of 9,347 square kilometres and existed from 1892 until 1994 when it became part of the East Gippsland Shire Council. Orbost was at first included in the Bairnsdale Shire from 1882 and was later part of the Tambo Shire. Because of travelling distances the Croajingalong Shire was created in 1892 (name changed to Orbost Shire 17.2.1893 with James Cameron as the first Shire President. In 1994 it amalgamated to become part of East Gippsland Shire Council. This book records the impounding of animals which have been found wandering on local roads or trespassing on land. Many are farm animals. Impounded animals were either claimed by their owners after payment of a fee or if unclaimed , they were sold. The Orbost Pound was situated on Martin Street.This book is a record of a practice which was necessary to remove stock which were wandering on local roads or trespassing on neighbours. It contains many local names and is of social interest. (ref. Vic. Collections)A ledger with a black cover, brown binding. The page edges are marbled. It contains hand-written records of payments received by the treasurer of the Orbost Pound.on spine : inside a red box in gold lettering"Pound Cash Book" inside a black box in gold lettering"Shire of Orbost"orbost-shire-council orbost-pound accounts cash-book -
Glenelg Shire Council Cultural CollectionUniform - Glenelg Shire Council Name Badge - Karl Hatton, Glenelg Shire Council badge, 1995
... Glenelg Shire Council badge...In use by Council 1995-March 2006 Karl Hatton used to manage the Portland Arts Centre and is now part of the Portland CEMA group...Glenelg Shire Council badge bearing the name "Karl Hatton"...Front: KARL HATTON Glenelg Shire Council Back: (no inscriptions)...Glenelg Shire Council...Glenelg Shire Council Cultural Collection History House Cliff Street Portland great-ocean-road In use by Council 1995-March 2006 Karl Hatton used to manage the Portland Arts Centre and is now part of the Portland CEMA group Front: KARL HATTON Glenelg Shire Council Back: (no inscriptions) Glenelg Shire Council badge bearing the name "Karl Hatton" Glenelg Shire Council badge Uniform Glenelg Shire Council Name Badge - Karl Hatton Glenelg Shire Council n/a ...In use by Council 1995-March 2006 Karl Hatton used to manage the Portland Arts Centre and is now part of the Portland CEMA groupGlenelg Shire Council badge bearing the name "Karl Hatton"Front: KARL HATTON Glenelg Shire Council Back: (no inscriptions) -
Orbost & District Historical Societycash book, 1893-1899
... Orbost was at first included in the Bairnsdale Shire from 1882 and was later part of the Tambo Shire. ...on front inside a red rectangle -"Cash Book Shire of Orbost"...Orbost Shire Council...Orbost, East Gippsland, Victoria, Australia...This council no longer exists having been absorbed by the East Gippsland Shire Council. cash-book Shire-of-Orbost accounts on front inside a red rectangle -"Cash Book Shire of Orbost" A specially printed cash book with a brown cover and lighter brown binding. ...This ledger was used by the Shire of Orbost from 1893-1899 . The item was donated to Orbost & District Historical society from P.R.O.V. as a Place of Deposit (POD) item for safe keeping by a local history group or museum. The shire covered an area of 9,347 square kilometres and existed from 1892 until 1994 when it became part of the East Gippsland Shire Council. Orbost was at first included in the Bairnsdale Shire from 1882 and was later part of the Tambo Shire. Because of travelling distances the Croajingalong Shire was created in 1892 (name changed to Orbost Shire 17.2.1893 with James Cameron as the first Shire President. In 1994 it amalgamated to become part of East Gippsland Shire Council This is a handwritten record of the financial transactions of the first Obost Shire Council. This council no longer exists having been absorbed by the East Gippsland Shire Council.A specially printed cash book with a brown cover and lighter brown binding. It has marbled end covers. It contains hand-written accounts of local government transactions .on front inside a red rectangle -"Cash Book Shire of Orbost"cash-book shire-of-orbost accounts -
Orbost & District Historical Societycreditors' ledger, 1901 - 1960
... This ledger was used by the Shire of Orbost pound keeper from 1901 -1960. ...hand-written on front cover on white sticker - " Creditor's Ledger" on spine in gold on red - "Ledger" ; on black - "Shire of Orbost" ...Orbost Shire Council...Orbost, East Gippsland, Victoria, Australia...It pre-dates computer records. The Orbost Shire council no longer exists having been absorbed by the East Gippsland Shire council. accounts ledger orbost-shire-council hand-written on front cover on white sticker - " Creditor's Ledger" on spine in gold on red - "Ledger" ; on black - "Shire of Orbost" A large book with a black patterned cover with brown binding, it contains records handwritten in ink. ...This creditors' ledger records information about Shire purchases. The purpose of the Creditors Ledger is to provide knowledge about which suppliers the Shire has paid money to. This ledger was used by the Shire of Orbost pound keeper from 1901 -1960. The item was donated to Orbost & District Historical society from P.R.O.V. as a Place of Deposit (POD) item for safe keeping by a local history group or museum. The shire covered an area of 9,347 square kilometres and existed from 1892 until 1994 when it became part of the East Gippsland Shire Council. Orbost was at first included in the Bairnsdale Shire from 1882 and was later part of the Tambo Shire. Because of travelling distances the Croajingalong Shire was created in 1892 (name changed to Orbost Shire 17.2.1893 with James Cameron as the first Shire President. In 1994 it amalgamated to become part of East Gippsland Shire Council. This item is a hand-written record of the accounts of the Orbost Shire local government. It pre-dates computer records. The Orbost Shire council no longer exists having been absorbed by the East Gippsland Shire council.A large book with a black patterned cover with brown binding, it contains records handwritten in ink. These are records of money paid out by the local government. There are typewritten sheets of sundry creditors added to the back section of the book.hand-written on front cover on white sticker - " Creditor's Ledger" on spine in gold on red - "Ledger" ; on black - "Shire of Orbost" accounts ledger orbost-shire-council -
Orbost & District Historical Societymenu, 1912
... Hugh Cameron (1850-1921) was on the Orbost Shire council from 1892-1915. (more info. in O.D.H.S. newsletter -Tambo Shire) The Shire of Orbost was a local government area about 380 kilometres east of Melbourne, the state capital of Victoria, Australia. ...On the front is stamped a large blue logo of the Shire of Orbost. The text is "Official Dinner". ...Orbost Shire Council...Orbost, East Gippsland, Victoria, Australia...This item is associated with Orbost Shire Council which no longer exists. ...This item is an invitation to a dinner given by the Shire President and Mrs Hugh Cameron for the State Governor and Lady Fuller to be held in the Orbost Shire Hall on November 19, 1912. The governor and his wife left Melbourne on November 14 on a visit to East Gippsland. Hugh Cameron (1850-1921) was on the Orbost Shire council from 1892-1915. (more info. in O.D.H.S. newsletter -Tambo Shire) The Shire of Orbost was a local government area about 380 kilometres east of Melbourne, the state capital of Victoria, Australia. The shire covered an area of 9,347 square kilometres (3,608.9 sq mi), and existed from 1892 until 1994. Originally, Orbost was part of the Bairnsdale Road District which was created on 30 April 1867. Splitting away as part of the Shire of Tambo in 1882, Orbost was first incorporated as a shire in its own right as the Shire of Croajingolong on 30 May 1892. It received its present name on 17 February 1893. On 3 January 1913 part of its western riding was annexed to Tambo as its Cunninghame Riding. On 2 December 1994, the Shire was abolished, and merged with City and Shire of Bairnsdale, Shire of Tambo, most of Shire of Omeo and the Boole Boole Peninsula from Shire of Rosedale into the Shire of East Gippsland. This item is associated with Orbost Shire Council which no longer exists. It is also associated with Hugh Cameron.A small menu on a cream folded card with blue print. On the front is stamped a large blue logo of the Shire of Orbost. The text is "Official Dinner". On the back is a list of toasts and inside is the menu.On back - handwritten - "Alex Cameron"orbost-shire-council cameron-hugh -
Orbost & District Historical Societydocument, 18th October, 1977
... This survey had been sent to the Orbost Rifle Club c/- C. Curtis....It is a recreational survey issued by the Shire of Orbost. It is inside a a large manila envelope which is addressed to the Orbost Rifle club. ...Orbost Shire Council...Orbost, East Gippsland, Victoria, Australia...It contains a covering letter and a form. document Orbost Shire Council ...This survey had been sent to the Orbost Rifle Club c/- C. Curtis.The Shire of Orbost was a local government area about 380 kilometres (236 mi) east of Melbourne, the state capital of Victoria, Australia. The shire covered an area of 9,347 square kilometres (3,608.9 sq mi), and existed from 1892 until 1994 when it was merged as part of East Gippsland Shire Council.A nine page document stapled in the left-hand corner. It is a recreational survey issued by the Shire of Orbost. It is inside a a large manila envelope which is addressed to the Orbost Rifle club. It contains a covering letter and a form.survey shire-of-orbost orbost-rifle-club -
Lions Club of Maldon Inc.Photograph, Maldon Shire Council 1948, 1948
... Maldon Shire Council 1948...12 Men pictured out the front of the Old Shire Hall. ...Maldon Shire Council 1948 Standing - Press; Cr. T.A. ...Maldon Shire Council (C/- Mount Alexander Shire)...Lions Club of Maldon Inc. 61-63 High St Maldon goldfields maldon shire council maldon shire gardens Maldon Shire Council 1948 Standing - Press; Cr. ...12 Men pictured out the front of the Old Shire Hall. Maldon Shire Council 1948 Standing - Press; Cr. T.A. Grigg; Cr. Stevens, Shire Engineer; Cr. R. Bailey; Cr. A Wood; Cr. M. Allen; Cr. Wade, Shire Secretary. Seated: - Cr. T. Ottery; Cr. T. Bell; Cr. W. Rewell, Shire President; Cr. C. Talbot; Cr. B. Bryantmaldon shire council, maldon shire gardens -
Orbost & District Historical Societyledger, LOAN ACCOUNT CASH BOOK SHIRE OF ORBOST, 1935-1971
... LOAN ACCOUNT CASH BOOK SHIRE OF ORBOST...Orbost was at first included in the Bairnsdale Shire from 1882 and was later part of the Tambo Shire. ...A black, hard cover ledger with light brown leather binding. it is titled "CASh BOOK LOAN ACCOUNT, SHIRE OF ORBOST". Records are hand-written. ...Orbost, East Gippsland, Victoria, Australia...The Shire of Orbost Council no longer exists having been absorbed by the East Gippsland Shire Council. ...This ledger was used by the Shire of Orbost from 1935-1971. The item was donated to Orbost & District Historical society from P.R.O.V. as a Place of Deposit (POD) item for safe keeping by a local history group or museum. The shire covered an area of 9,347 square kilometres and existed from 1892 until 1994 when it became part of the East Gippsland Shire Council. Orbost was at first included in the Bairnsdale Shire from 1882 and was later part of the Tambo Shire. Because of travelling distances the Croajingalong Shire was created in 1892 (name changed to Orbost Shire 17.2.1893 with James Cameron as the first Shire President. In 1994 it amalgamated to become part of East Gippsland Shire Council. This item comprises records that belonged to the local government accounting system. The Shire of Orbost Council no longer exists having been absorbed by the East Gippsland Shire Council. This is a hand-written record created before the widespread use of computer accounting records.A black, hard cover ledger with light brown leather binding. it is titled "CASh BOOK LOAN ACCOUNT, SHIRE OF ORBOST". Records are hand-written. Inside the back cover is a loose-leaf typed document titled, "Shire Engineers Report 11 Sept 1970".cash-book ledger shire-of-orbost accounting -
Orbost & District Historical Societybooklet, Snowy River Mail, Shire of Orbost By Laws No 28, 1920's
... Shire of Orbost By Laws No 28...Splitting away as part of the Shire of Tambo in 1882, Orbost was first incorporated as a shire in its own right as the Shire of Croajingolong on 30 May 1892. ...A dark grey, stapled, paper covered booklet with title "Shire of Orbost By Law No 28" in black print....Orbost, East Gippsland, Victoria, Australia...Shire of Orbost By Laws No 28 booklet Snowy River Mail ...This booklet contains by law No 28 pertaining to building regulations. The Shire of Orbost was a local government area about 380 kilometres east of Melbourne, the state capital of Victoria, Australia. The shire covered an area of 9,347 square kilometres ), and existed from 1892 until 1994. Originally, Orbost was part of the Bairnsdale Road District which was created on 30 April 1867. Splitting away as part of the Shire of Tambo in 1882, Orbost was first incorporated as a shire in its own right as the Shire of Croajingolong on 30 May 1892. It received its present name on 17 February 1893. On 3 January 1913 part of its western riding was annexed to Tambo as its Cunninghame Riding. On 2 December 1994, the Shire was abolished, and merged with City and Shire of Bairnsdale, Shire of Tambo, most of Shire of Omeo and the Boole Boole Peninsula from Shire of Rosedale into the Shire of East Gippsland. This item is a useful research tool.A dark grey, stapled, paper covered booklet with title "Shire of Orbost By Law No 28" in black print. -
Orbost & District Historical Societystatement of accounts, Shire of Orbost Statement of Accounts, 1963
... Shire of Orbost Statement of Accounts...This document was made by the Shire of Orbost, local government. The Shire of Orbost was a local government area about 380 kilometres (236 mi) east of Melbourne, the state capital of Victoria, Australia. ...It is a "statement of accounts for the Shire of Orbost for the year ended 30th September, 1963"....Orbost, East Gippsland, Victoria, Australia...This item is representative of a time when Orbost had its own Shire Council. document-statement-of-accounts orbost-shire A document with a light blue cover, black print. ...This document was made by the Shire of Orbost, local government. The Shire of Orbost was a local government area about 380 kilometres (236 mi) east of Melbourne, the state capital of Victoria, Australia. The shire covered an area of 9,347 square kilometres (3,608.9 sq mi), and existed from 1892 until 1994. Originally, Orbost was part of the Bairnsdale Road District which was created on 30 April 1867. Splitting away as part of the Shire of Tambo in 1882, Orbost was first incorporated as a shire in its own right as the Shire of Croajingolong on 30 May 1892. It received its present name on 17 February 1893. On 3 January 1913 part of its western riding was annexed to Tambo as its Cunninghame Riding. On 2 December 1994, the Shire was abolished, and merged with City and Shire of Bairnsdale, Shire of Tambo, most of Shire of Omeo and the Boole Boole Peninsula from Shire of Rosedale into the Shire of East Gippsland. Local governments play an important role in the lives of citizens in Australia. Local government authorities exist to provide services and amenities to local communities, and are also responsible for regulating and providing services for land and property in their district. This item is representative of a time when Orbost had its own Shire Council. A document with a light blue cover, black print. It is a "statement of accounts for the Shire of Orbost for the year ended 30th September, 1963".document-statement-of-accounts orbost-shire -
Glenelg Shire Council Cultural CollectionAccessory - Sticker - Glenelg Shire Council, Glenelg Shire Council sticker, 1995
... Glenelg Shire Council sticker...In use by Council 1995 - March 2006...Sticker with Glenelg Shire Council logo and contact details printed on it...Glenelg Shire Council...Glenelg Shire Council Cultural Collection History House Cliff Street Portland great-ocean-road In use by Council 1995 - March 2006 Glenelg Shire Council local government sticker Front: GSC logo Back: (no inscriptions) Sticker with Glenelg Shire Council logo and contact details printed on it Glenelg Shire Council sticker Accessory Sticker - Glenelg Shire Council Glenelg Shire Council n/a ...In use by Council 1995 - March 2006Sticker with Glenelg Shire Council logo and contact details printed on itFront: GSC logo Back: (no inscriptions)glenelg shire council, local government, sticker -
Orbost & District Historical Societybook / document, Shire of Orbost Planning Schemes March 1989, 1989
... Shire of Orbost Planning Schemes March 1989...This document was produced in 1989 for Orbost Shire Council. It ccovers the area s of Orbost, Mallacoota, Cann River and Newmerella and includes urban and non-urban areas....A book with a brown front cover with a plastic over-sheet and plastic binding.On the cover are b/w drawings of rural landscapes, trees and the coast. It is titled SHIRE OF ORBOST PLANNING STUDY Part 1 Strategic Overviews, March 1989....Orbost, East Gippsland, Victoria, Australia...Orbost & District Historical Society Ruskin Street Orbost gippsland This document was produced in 1989 for Orbost Shire Council. ...This document was produced in 1989 for Orbost Shire Council. It ccovers the area s of Orbost, Mallacoota, Cann River and Newmerella and includes urban and non-urban areas.This document is a useful reference tool.A book with a brown front cover with a plastic over-sheet and plastic binding.On the cover are b/w drawings of rural landscapes, trees and the coast. It is titled SHIRE OF ORBOST PLANNING STUDY Part 1 Strategic Overviews, March 1989.orbost-planning -
Orbost & District Historical Societydrawing, 1.9.1898
... Shire of Orbost, contract No. 3 27/28 - Sanitary wagon to carry 60 pans....Graphic illustration of a sanitary wagon for and on behalf of the Shire of Orbost. Drawn with pen and ink. Framed in brown and gold large frame....Orbost Shire Council...Framed in brown and gold large frame. drawing Orbost Shire Council ...Shire of Orbost, contract No. 3 27/28 - Sanitary wagon to carry 60 pans.Graphic illustration of a sanitary wagon for and on behalf of the Shire of Orbost. Drawn with pen and ink. Framed in brown and gold large frame.Front R.H. corner - Drawn J.S. 1/9/1898 Traced T.L. 12/10/1898drawing civil-engineering drafting government-local shire-of-orbost -
Orbost & District Historical Societybrochures, Snowy River Mail as "Mail" Print, Shire of Orbost Information Brochure, December 1970
... Shire of Orbost Information Brochure...The Shire of Orbost was a local government area about 380 kilometres east of Melbourne, the state capital of Victoria, Australia. ...Two copies of a triple fold paper brochure. It is titled"Shire of Orbost Information Brochure" in black print. ...Nicholson Street, Orbost, East Gippsland, Victoria, Australia...Orbost & District Historical Society Ruskin Street Orbost gippsland The Shire of Orbost was a local government area about 380 kilometres east of Melbourne, the state capital of Victoria, Australia. ...The Shire of Orbost was a local government area about 380 kilometres east of Melbourne, the state capital of Victoria, Australia. The shire covered an area of 9,347 square kilometres ), and existed from 1892 until 1994. Originally, Orbost was part of the Bairnsdale Road District which was created on 30 April 1867. Splitting away as part of the Shire of Tambo in 1882, Orbost was first incorporated as a shire in its own right as the Shire of Croajingolong on 30 May 1892. It received its present name on 17 February 1893. On 3 January 1913 part of its western riding was annexed to Tambo as its Cunninghame Riding. On 2 December 1994, the Shire was abolished, and merged with City and Shire of Bairnsdale, Shire of Tambo, most of Shire of Omeo and the Boole Boole Peninsula from Shire of Rosedale into the Shire of East Gippsland This is a useful research tool.Two copies of a triple fold paper brochure. It is titled"Shire of Orbost Information Brochure" in black print. It contains the names of councillors, staff, the work program and budget.shire-of-orbost -
Orbost & District Historical Societyledger, POUND KEEPERS BOOK ORBOST COUNCIL, mid 20th century
... POUND KEEPERS BOOK ORBOST COUNCIL...This ledger was used by the Shire of Orbost pound keeper from 15 june 1947 -12 June 1971. ...A rectangular hard cover leather bound ledger with fawn cloth spine, titled "POUND KEEPERS BOOK SHIRE OF ORBOST". Inside the back cover are several sales dockets and Shire of Orbost By-Law No 48. ...Vic. Collections) orbost-pound orbost-shire-council A rectangular hard cover leather bound ledger with fawn cloth spine, titled "POUND KEEPERS BOOK SHIRE OF ORBOST". ...This ledger was used by the Shire of Orbost pound keeper from 15 june 1947 -12 June 1971. The item was donated to Orbost & District Historical society from P.R.O.V. as a Place of Deposit (POD) item for safe keeping by a local history group or museum. The shire covered an area of 9,347 square kilometres and existed from 1892 until 1994 when it became part of the East Gippsland Shire Council. Orbost was at first included in the Bairnsdale Shire from 1882 and was later part of the Tambo Shire. Because of travelling distances the Croajingalong Shire was created in 1892 (name changed to Orbost Shire 17.2.1893 with James Cameron as the first Shire President. In 1994 it amalgamated to become part of East Gippsland Shire Council. This book records the impounding of animals which have been found wandering on local roads or trespassing on land. Many are farm animals. Impounded animals were either claimed by their owners after payment of a fee or if unclaimed , they were sold. The Orbost Pound was situated on Martin Street.This book is a record of a practice which was necessary to remove stock which were wandering on local roads or trespassing on neighbours. It contains many local names and is of social interest. (ref. Vic. Collections)A rectangular hard cover leather bound ledger with fawn cloth spine, titled "POUND KEEPERS BOOK SHIRE OF ORBOST". Inside the back cover are several sales dockets and Shire of Orbost By-Law No 48. Pages are lined in blue and red and pages are headed in black . Entries are hand written in blue and black. The entries give particulars of the animal impounded and where found with name of council officer and owner, if known.orbost-pound orbost-shire-council -
Orbost & District Historical SocietyEquipment - Two stamps
... The oldest of these business stamps (3368.1) was used by Orbost Shire Council which was based in Orbost from 1892 - 1994. ...Two stamps. 3368.1 Shire of Orbost, black plastic handle. 3368.2 East Gippsland Shire Council, red plastic handle with clear plastic bottom. ...3368.1 Shire of Orbost; 3368.2 East Gippsland Shire Council...The oldest of these business stamps (3368.1) was used by Orbost Shire Council which was based in Orbost from 1892 - 1994. ...The oldest of these business stamps (3368.1) was used by Orbost Shire Council which was based in Orbost from 1892 - 1994. East Gippsland Shire Council was created in 1994 as a merged shire, with Orbost Shire as part of this amalgamation. After 1994, Orbost Shire no longer existed. 3368.2 is the more modern stamp, from East Gippsland Shire Council.These business stamps are significant because they relate to the two eras of local government in the Orbost/East Gippsland area. They show evidence of the transition from Orbost Shire Council to East Gippsland Shire Council. Two stamps. 3368.1 Shire of Orbost, black plastic handle. 3368.2 East Gippsland Shire Council, red plastic handle with clear plastic bottom. These are stamps which have the raised profile onto the bottom stamp and are used with an ink stamp-pad to stamp documents.3368.1 Shire of Orbost; 3368.2 East Gippsland Shire Councilbusiness stamps, orbost shire council, east gippsland shire council -
Orbost & District Historical SocietyBook - History Book, Orbost and District Historical Society, Personalities and Stories of the Early Orbost District. Fourth Edition, 2025, 2025
... Personalities and Stories of the Early Orbost District. Fourth Edition, 2025...Orbost...This is the fourth edition (2025) of a well respected collection of stories of the early Orbost district. The 1st edition was produced in 1972 (stories collected by Mary Gilbert). ...Book with light brown covered card board with two black and white photos, one oval and the other rectangle which has an inscription, Nicholson Street Orbost-approximately 1890. 202 pages...Fourth Edition 2025. Orbost and District Society PO Box 284 Orbost Vic. 3888...Orbost and District Historical Society...This item is significant because it tells the stories of early Orbost settlements, families and personalities from 1870's c.1940's Orbost Mary Gilbert early orbost history book Fourth Edition 2025. ...This is the fourth edition (2025) of a well respected collection of stories of the early Orbost district. The 1st edition was produced in 1972 (stories collected by Mary Gilbert). This updated fourth edition builds on the previous 3 editions by adding photographs and obituaries and where possible corrections have been made. This item is significant because it tells the stories of early Orbost settlements, families and personalities from 1870's c.1940'sBook with light brown covered card board with two black and white photos, one oval and the other rectangle which has an inscription, Nicholson Street Orbost-approximately 1890. 202 pagesFourth Edition 2025. Orbost and District Society PO Box 284 Orbost Vic. 3888orbost, mary gilbert, early orbost history, book -
Orbost & District Historical SocietyDocument - invoice, Orbost Butter & Produce Co Ltd, 2 May 1952
... Orbost Butter & Produce Co Ltd...Orbost...In 1893, a group of Orbost farmers formed together to initiate the Orbost Butter Factory. ...A laminated copy of an invoice from Orbost Butter & Produce Co Ltd. Black print on white paper. ...Telephone 88 if supply defective Orbost Butter & Produce Co Ltd To Mrs C Tomlinson, 2 May 1952. ...Orbost Butter & Produce Co Ltd...Orbost & District Historical Society Ruskin Street Orbost gippsland In 1893, a group of Orbost farmers formed together to initiate the Orbost Butter Factory. ...In 1893, a group of Orbost farmers formed together to initiate the Orbost Butter Factory. The first factory was built in Lochiel Street and was a wooden building. In 1916, a new building was constructed on Forest Road. This was a more substantial brick building which had its own power source. Electric power, mainly for lighting was supplied to the developing township of Orbost by the Butter Factory. This docket is an invoice for the supply of power to the household or business of C. Tomlinson in 1952. The Butter Factory power was the only power to Orbost prior to the 1962 when S E C power came to Orbost. An invoice from a major business in Orbost which supplied power to the town for the first 50 years of the 20th Century. A laminated copy of an invoice from Orbost Butter & Produce Co Ltd. Black print on white paper. Telephone 88 if supply defective Orbost Butter & Produce Co Ltd To Mrs C Tomlinson, 2 May 1952. Lighting15/- Power 5/3 Meter rent 1/- Account rendered 6/13/3orbost, electric power, orbost butter factory, c tomlinson -
Orbost & District Historical Societyfolder of documents, 1970
... The front cover has "SHIRE OF ORBOST" in gold print with the shire seal beneath it. ...Orbost Shire Council...Orbost, East Gippsland, Victoria, Australia...This item reflects the commemoration of a significant event in Australian history. cook-james centenary-1970 orbost-shire-council 750 is a red coloured plastic folder. ...Councillor J.D. Torley was the chair of this committee. The Bicentenary of James Cook in Australia was commemorated in Australia in 1970. The British explorer Lieutenant (later Captain) James Cook sailed and charted the East Coast of Australia in 1770, and claimed the eastern seaboard of the Continent for the British Crown. This was not considered the official bicentenary of Australia, but rather the mapping of the Eastern coastline.This item reflects the commemoration of a significant event in Australian history.750 is a red coloured plastic folder. The front cover has "SHIRE OF ORBOST" in gold print with the shire seal beneath it. It contains event programs, flyers, booklets, letter heads, souvenir programs, a catalogue for an art contest and minutes of the committee meetings. 750.1 is a manila folder which contains a program and tickets to the 1770 Ball held on Friday 17th April,1970. It also contains letter heads, envelopes and copies of correspondence concerning the Captain Cook 1970 centenary celebrations.cook-james centenary-1970 orbost-shire-council -
Linton and District Historical Society IncPhotograph, Grenville Shire Council meeting c.1881
... Grenville Shire Council meeting c.1881...Understood to be a photograph taken during a Council meeting. Councillors are unidentified....Black and White copy of original photograph, which shows a group of men seated around a large table in the Council Chamber of the Shire of Grenville Town Hall....In pencil on back of photo: "Grenville Shire Council c1881"....Grenville Shire Council Councillors In pencil on back of photo: "Grenville Shire Council c1881". ...Understood to be a photograph taken during a Council meeting. Councillors are unidentified.Black and White copy of original photograph, which shows a group of men seated around a large table in the Council Chamber of the Shire of Grenville Town Hall.In pencil on back of photo: "Grenville Shire Council c1881".grenville shire council, councillors -
Glenelg Shire Council Cultural CollectionFunctional object - Compliments slip, 1995
... In use by Council 1995 - March 2006...With compliments slip with watermark "Australis". Glenelg Shire Council....Front: Glenelg Shire Council (GSC) logo and contact details Back: (no inscriptions)...Glenelg Shire Council...Glenelg Shire Council. Functional object Compliments slip Glenelg Shire Council n/a ...In use by Council 1995 - March 2006With compliments slip with watermark "Australis". Glenelg Shire Council.Front: Glenelg Shire Council (GSC) logo and contact details Back: (no inscriptions)glenelg shire council, stationery, compliments slip, 1995, 1990s -
Orbost & District Historical SocietyBooklet - Orbost Hospital Report, Mail Print Orbost, ORBOST AND DISTRICT HOSPITAL GOLDEN JUBILEE REPORT 1930-1980, 1980
... ORBOST AND DISTRICT HOSPITAL GOLDEN JUBILEE REPORT 1930-1980...This is a 50 year (Golden Jubilee) report of the Orbost & District Hospital and is a record of an important event for the Orbost District. ...ORBOST AND DISTRICT HOSPITAL GOLDEN JUBILEE REPORT 1930-1980...Mail Print Orbost...This is a 50 year (Golden Jubilee) report of the Orbost & District Hospital and is a record of an important event for the Orbost District. ...This is a 50 year (Golden Jubilee) report of the Orbost & District Hospital and is a record of an important event for the Orbost District. The hospital was founded in 1930 after many years of lobbying and fundraising by local people. This booklet contains the names of senior staff and office bearers in 1980. This item is significant because it is a brief record of the first 50 years of the Orbost & District Hospital. It also contains the names of the staff, and office bearers from 1980.This 19 page booklet has a cream cover with black printing on the top section of the cover. The bottom section has a large b/w photograph of buildings and cars. ORBOST AND DISTRICT HOSPITAL GOLDEN JUBILEE REPORT 1930-1980medical services, orbost hospital, golden jubilee -
Linton and District Historical Society IncPhotograph, Final Grenville Shire Council meeting 1994
... Final Grenville Shire Council meeting 1994...Much of the former Shire is now part of the Golden Plains Shire....Colour photograph taken at last Grenville Shire council meeting 05.05.1994..."Last Grenville shire council meeting before restructure, at top table l-r Russell Hodges D Nicholl Ken McBeath Bruce Hollioake, standing Fred -- 05.05.1994"....Colour photograph taken at last Grenville Shire council meeting 05.05.1994 Final Grenville Shire Council meeting 1994 Photograph ...The Shire of Grenville ceased to exist after extensive restructure of local government undertaken by the Kennett government from 1993. Much of the former Shire is now part of the Golden Plains Shire.Colour photograph taken at last Grenville Shire council meeting 05.05.1994"Last Grenville shire council meeting before restructure, at top table l-r Russell Hodges D Nicholl Ken McBeath Bruce Hollioake, standing Fred -- 05.05.1994".grenville shire council, hodges, nicholl, mcbeath, hollioake -
Greensborough Historical SocietyDocuments, Shire of Diamond Valley: 30th Anniversary Commemorative Council Meeting Agenda, 30/09/1994
... Shire of Diamond Valley: 30th Anniversary Commemorative Council Meeting Agenda...Agenda of 30th anniversary council meeting of the Shire off Diamond Valley, with letters of apology from Ray Rooke and Harry Nash...Coat-of-Arms of the Council, with 2 letters of apology...Shire of Diamond Valley...Shire of Diamond Valley...Coat-of-Arms of the Council, with 2 letters of apology Shire of Diamond Valley: 30th Anniversary Commemorative Council Meeting Agenda Documents Shire of Diamond Valley Shire of Diamond Valley ...Agenda of 30th anniversary council meeting of the Shire off Diamond Valley, with letters of apology from Ray Rooke and Harry Nash3 pages comprising Agenda paper, with col. Coat-of-Arms of the Council, with 2 letters of apologyshire of diamond valley -
Orbost & District Historical Societyframed photograph, Orbost From "Grandview", mid 20th century
... Orbost From "Grandview"...This photograph was taken from Grandview overlooking the Orbost flats....The photograph is of the Orbost flats with the river and the town in the background....in white - "Orbost From "Grandview"...Orbost, East Gippsland, Victoria, Australia...Orbost & District Historical Society Ruskin Street Orbost gippsland This photograph was taken from Grandview overlooking the Orbost flats. ...This photograph was taken from Grandview overlooking the Orbost flats.A black/white photograph in a frame. The frame has a stand. The frame is card padded over a metal frame. It is covered in plastic. The photograph is of the Orbost flats with the river and the town in the background.in white - "Orbost From "Grandview"grandview orbost-flats photograph -
Lakes Entrance Historical SocietyBook, Orbost Historical Society Inc, Barns of the Snowy River Orbost, 2006
... Barns of the Snowy River Orbost...Documents the distinctive slatted barns of the Lower Snowy River, Orbost, Victoria. Includes sketch maps, barn plans, history of area and families and personal ineterviews....Orbost Historical Society Inc....Orbost, Victoria, Australia...Barns of the Snowy River Orbost Book Orbost Historical Society Inc. ...Documents the distinctive slatted barns of the Lower Snowy River, Orbost, Victoria. Includes sketch maps, barn plans, history of area and families and personal ineterviews.Ngaire Donald May Leatchland settlement, agriculture, natural disasters, transport
