In the 1930s, the Studley Park Trust decided to cater for young children by constructing wading pools in the Studley Park Reserve where the Collins Bridge crosses into Kew. The earliest references to the pools in newspaper articles and letters to the editor appear in the late 1930s. The eventual closing date of the Studley Park Pools has not been discovered, but it was clearly still in existence in 1940 when a representative of the Trust described the facility as one of many public fixtures requiring regular maintenance. Black and white print positive of the former wading pools in the Studley Park Reserve (now Andrews Reserve) on the Kew side of the Collins Bridge. In the foreground adults are sitting on seats while small children play in the pools. The Abbotsford Convent is in the background.Reverse: "Collins Bridge / Wading pools Collins Bridge"andrews reserve -- kew, studley park trust, wading pools -- kew, studley park reserve

Parent Record for Archive collection of photographs and documents relating to Ringwood Municipal Baths in Ringwood Street, Ringwood. (Also covers later Swimming Pools and Aquatic Centres in Ringwood)

"John Borrack is a maverick, free thinker and master craftsman. Best known for his lyrically structured paintings, Borrack’s sensitive interpretation of the Australian landscape balances the needs of technique and theory with clarity of emotional expression. While working predominantly in watercolour and gouache, over recent years, he has exhibited his oil paintings more frequently revealing an effortless ability to move from one medium to the other. Represented in numerous collections including National Gallery of Victoria, Queensland Art Gallery, regional galleries, municipal councils, universities and leading corporate collections, this retrospective captures the haunting, evocative quality of Borrack's work spanning the last four decades."

A report on the opening of the Greensborough swimming pool in the Plenty River 1937.This pool on the Plenty River still exists today.Article downloaded from Trove (National Library of Australia).greensborough, swimming pools, plenty river, heidelberg city council

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

Donated by S Serpell of Serpell & Reid families, Sandringham.Black & White Postcard of the Nobbies. Pathway on mainland and rock pools.The Blowhole & The Nobbies Phillip Island. Letter on back sent from Cowes to "Dear Aunt describing holiday in caravan - signed Love Elaine"the blowhole phillip island, the nobbies phillip island, s serpell

Borough Baths - Swimming Pools of Eaglehawk. A History and Heritage of Eaglehawk.Noelene Wildeaglehawk, history, eaglehawk swimming pools

Slide. Dry Lake Eppalock. Water pools in the dry Lake.slide, bendigo, dry lake eppalock., dry lake eppalock.

Slide. Dry Lake Eppalock. Pools of water in Lake Eppalock.slide, bendigo, dry lake eppalock., dry lake eppalock.

Slide. Dry Lake Eppalock. River pools in Lake Eppalock.slide, bendigo, dry lake eppalock., dry lake eppalock.

Slide. Dry Lake Eppalock. Pools of water and waterlogged trees in the Lake.slide, bendigo, dry lake eppalock., dry lake eppalock.

Slide. Dry Lake Eppalock. Pools of water where the River once flowed.slide, bendigo, dry lake eppalock., dry lake eppalock.

Slide. Dry Lake Eppalock. Mud pools and dead trees along the river in the Lake.slide, bendigo, dry lake eppalock., dry lake eppalock.

Black and white postcard, showing Baths in Upper Reserve, Bendigo. Image shows three separate pools, divided with timber walkways. In background, bathing sheds, lights suspended over pools. On back of card ' Valentine's Post Card , genuine photograph'Valentine's Post Cardbendigo, hospital, bendigo, baths, upper reserve, pool, sport, swimming

native garden, bush tucker, kath deery

Postcard shows 3 women, 1 seated, 2 standing on flat rock around water pools Area unknownPost Card, Correspondence, Address only, Kodak, Australiascenery, people

Documents, Bert Graham Collection, Bendigo East Swimming Club, construction specifications and plans for the Bendigo East Swimming Pools.bendigo, clubs, bendigo east swimming club

The Hopkins River flows through WarrnamboolFive colour photographs of Warrnambool's Hopkins River. This area, also known as Blue Hole, features ciiffs, rock formations and rock pools. warrnambool, hopkins river, mouth, blue hole

Steven's (Stevensons) Dam after breaking.

An exhibition 'In the Swim' was held in the Bendigo Library by the Bendigo Historical Society. Swimming pools across Bendigo were featured with a specific focus on the early pools. This early lithograph was annotated to show the locations of known landmarks and the location of the Ladies Baths and the City Baths. Copy of black and white lithograph of Sandhurst city centre, displayed on blue background. Image is annotated with white labels showing various features of the City. Lithograph shows aerial view of Sandhurst City centre in 1884. On bottom of page: 'Sandhurst 1884, C. Cooke, 1836 - 1902, lithographer, wood engraving, State Library of Victoria'bendigo, sandhurst, mcguire's baths, swimming pools, view point, mcguire and co, in the swim, horse and cart, charing cross, high street, town hall, hargreaves street, mitchell street, ladies baths, city baths, bath lane, pall mall, city family hotel

Kept at swimming pools, factories and work places for emergency resuscitation Yellow plastic carry case with clear vision panel and carry handle. Contains resuscitation equipment.LAERDAL RESUSCITATORresuscitation

Documents, Bert Graham Collection, Bendigo East Swimming Club Construction, prices approx. for 50m Pool + 25m Pool only; 50m Pool, 25m Pool + 2 small Pools; Diving Pool.bendigo, clubs, bendigo east swimming club

The site for Greensborough Swimming Pool during development. In these photos the pools have been filled. The Pool opened in 1964.Digital copy of colour photograph. greensborough swimming pool

Portable resuscitation equipment. Not used in ambulances but kept at swimming pools, industrial sites and other work places for emergency use.Blue plastic carry case with clear plastic lid containing resuscitation equipmentCIG MEDISHIELD AIR-VIVA 2 RESUSCITATORresuscitation