Mavis Jensen (nee Knight) was born in Broadford in 1920 and came to Beechworth with her family a year later, so her father could assist his father at Knight's Blacksmith at 1A Camp Street, where the Hotel Nicholas is now located. Mavis Jensen left school at the age of 13 and worked as a kitchen maid at Ovens Benevolent Asylum. She was employed as a ward assistant at Mayday Hills Hospital from 1939 to 1980, except for 1958-59 when she gave birth to her son, Noel. This oral history recording was part of a project conducted by Jennifer Williams in the year 2000 to capture the everyday life and struggles in Beechworth during the twentieth century. This project involved recording seventy oral histories on cassette tapes of local Beechworth residents which were then published in a book titled: Listen to what they say: voices of twentieth century Beechworth. These cassette tapes were digitised in July 2021 with funds made available by the Friends of the Burke.Mavis Jensen's account of her life in Beechworth and the local area during the 20th century is historically and socially significant to the cultural heritage of the region. She details important historical events and hardships in the region's history that had a lasting local, regional and national impact, including Australia during war time, economic struggles, and women's societal roles in a rural area. Her oral history is particularly significant for its insights into developments in psychiatric patient treatment and care in regional Victoria, as well as women's work conditions in the mid-twentieth century. This oral history account is socially and historically significant as it is a part of a broader collection of interviews conducted by Jennifer Williams which were published in the book 'Listen to what they say: voices of twentieth-century Beechworth.' While the township of Beechworth is known for its history as a gold rush town, these accounts provide a unique insight into the day-to-day life of the town's residents during the 20th century, many of which will have now been lost if they had not been preserved.This is a digital copy of a recording that was originally captured on a cassette tape. The cassette tape is black with a horizontal white strip and is currently stored in a clear flat plastic rectangular container. It holds up 40 minutes of recordings on each side.Mavis Jensen /listen to what they say, beechworth, oral history, burke museum, jensen, mavis jensen, psychiatric hospitals, mid-twentieth century psychiatry, regional hospitals, regional mental health care, mid-twentieth century women's working conditions, mayday hills hospital., ovens benevolent asylum, beechworth hospital history

This manual telephone exchange console is an important piece of equipment which provided the most efficient method of long distance communications in the 1950's to the 1980's. Communications were critical, not only for the regional Hospital, but also for large construction sites i.e. the Kiewa Hydro Scheme, especially if they are in dense rugged mountainous regions. The degree of Occupation Health and Welfare on industrial sites were at a bare minimum compared to the work scene after the 1980's.This telephone exchange console is highly significant to both the Kiewa Valley and Mount Beauty region because it was so important in the communications field relating to operational safety and work related controls. The success of any large undertaken relies heavily upon good communications. In the hospital this method of communications is still used i.e. patient to ward station. This flag system link a patient's room to the controlling nursing station. Identification of the patient needing help is crucial for swift action from the available medical staff. Similarly in large construction sites such as the Kiewa Hydro Scheme, successful instant communications was also essential. This switchboard required a 50 volt supply to successfully operate and was in use when both telecommunications and postal were under the one Federal Government carrier i.e. The Post Master General. A benefit with a line communication system (such as the one that fed this console was that interference from atmospheric conditions did not impede the connection.This console telephone switchboard (manual) unit has a shutter operation (precursor to the light indicator) to identify the caller to the telephone switchboard operator. This switchboard has a ten point indication shutter system allowing the operator to clearly identify where the caller is located. The console has a 44 connection point holes with their configurations in a triangular shape. The shutters are held closed by a small lever at the top which is opened by a small electrical charge from the incoming call. The operator uses a wind up handle to power a magneto connector(handle on the console's right side). The telephone hand set is located on the left side of the console. sec vic kiewa hydro scheme, alternate energy supplies, alpine population growth and communications

Managed by a committee including hospital administrators, medical professionals, and nursing leaders from several regional hospitals. Associated with major hospitals in the Northern District, including Bendigo Base, Mildura Base, Castlemaine, Echuca, Swan Hill, St. Arnaud, and Kyneton District Hospitals. Provide high-quality theoretical and practical nursing training. Raise the standard of nursing education in the region. Maintain the highest principles of nursing practice. Applicants must be at least 17 years old and hold a Proficiency Certificate or higher educational qualification. Application involves submitting forms, certificates, an interview, an aptitude test, and a medical examination. A three-month probationary period follows initial acceptance. Preliminary Training School: Four-week introductory course covering basic nursing, anatomy, hygiene, and practical skills. Practical experience in various hospital departments, guided by senior staff. Study Block Plan: Includes several blocks of theoretical and practical instruction throughout the three-year program. Regular school exams and two state exams (First Professional and Final State) are required for progression and graduation. Nurses work a 40-hour week with at least one or two days off per week and three weeks of annual leave. Accommodation is provided in comfortable hostels with good facilities. Uniforms are supplied free; nurses provide their own shoes and stockings. Salaries and allowances are regulated, with deductions for board and free medical care. Additional Information Post-Graduate Opportunities. Senior positions require further experience and additional certificates (e.g., Midwifery, Infant Welfare).Diploma courses available in administration, teaching, and specialized nursing fields. Bursaries are available for advanced study.Career Prospects: Graduates can pursue roles in administration, teaching, ward and departmental leadership, district and visiting nursing, industrial and school nursing, and more. Opportunities exist both within hospitals and in community or specialized settings.FAQs and Practical Details. Minimal training costs (mainly exam fees and personal items).Living out allowances and travel expenses are covered. Four training intakes per year; waiting periods are short if qualifications are met. Northern District School of Nursing Prospectus - An A4 Booklet of 14 pages with a light cardboard cover. Logo on the front cover. Cambridge Press Bendigo. This item contains the following documents: 3791.1a The Prospectus PDF File 3791.1b Front Cover of the Prospectusnurse training, lister house, northern district school of nursing

Managed by a committee including hospital administrators, medical professionals, and nursing leaders from several regional hospitals. Associated with major hospitals in the Northern District, including Bendigo Base, Mildura Base, Castlemaine, Echuca, Swan Hill, St. Arnaud, and Kyneton District Hospitals. Provide high-quality theoretical and practical nursing training. Raise the standard of nursing education in the region. Maintain the highest principles of nursing practice. Applicants must be at least 17 years old and hold a Proficiency Certificate or higher educational qualification. Application involves submitting forms, certificates, an interview, an aptitude test, and a medical examination. A three-month probationary period follows initial acceptance. Preliminary Training School: Four-week introductory course covering basic nursing, anatomy, hygiene, and practical skills. Practical experience in various hospital departments, guided by senior staff. Study Block Plan: Includes several blocks of theoretical and practical instruction throughout the three-year program. Regular school exams and two state exams (First Professional and Final State) are required for progression and graduation. Nurses work a 40-hour week with at least one or two days off per week and three weeks of annual leave. Accommodation is provided in comfortable hostels with good facilities. Uniforms are supplied free; nurses provide their own shoes and stockings. Salaries and allowances are regulated, with deductions for board and free medical care. Additional Information Post-Graduate Opportunities. Senior positions require further experience and additional certificates (e.g., Midwifery, Infant Welfare).Diploma courses available in administration, teaching, and specialized nursing fields. Bursaries are available for advanced study.Career Prospects: Graduates can pursue roles in administration, teaching, ward and departmental leadership, district and visiting nursing, industrial and school nursing, and more. Opportunities exist both within hospitals and in community or specialized settings.FAQs and Practical Details. Minimal training costs (mainly exam fees and personal items).Living out allowances and travel expenses are covered. Four training intakes per year; waiting periods are short if qualifications are met.Northern District School of Nursing List of Preliminary Training School numbers per school; list of school numbers and final pass rates. This item contains the following documents: 3791.2a Spreadsheet of PTS Numbers from Schools 1 to 34nurse training, lister house, northern district school of nursing

Managed by a committee including hospital administrators, medical professionals, and nursing leaders from several regional hospitals. Associated with major hospitals in the Northern District, including Bendigo Base, Mildura Base, Castlemaine, Echuca, Swan Hill, St. Arnaud, and Kyneton District Hospitals. Provide high-quality theoretical and practical nursing training. Raise the standard of nursing education in the region. Maintain the highest principles of nursing practice. Applicants must be at least 17 years old and hold a Proficiency Certificate or higher educational qualification. Application involves submitting forms, certificates, an interview, an aptitude test, and a medical examination. A three-month probationary period follows initial acceptance. Preliminary Training School: Four-week introductory course covering basic nursing, anatomy, hygiene, and practical skills. Practical experience in various hospital departments, guided by senior staff. Study Block Plan: Includes several blocks of theoretical and practical instruction throughout the three-year program. Regular school exams and two state exams (First Professional and Final State) are required for progression and graduation. Nurses work a 40-hour week with at least one or two days off per week and three weeks of annual leave. Accommodation is provided in comfortable hostels with good facilities. Uniforms are supplied free; nurses provide their own shoes and stockings. Salaries and allowances are regulated, with deductions for board and free medical care. Additional Information Post-Graduate Opportunities. Senior positions require further experience and additional certificates (e.g., Midwifery, Infant Welfare).Diploma courses available in administration, teaching, and specialized nursing fields. Bursaries are available for advanced study.Career Prospects: Graduates can pursue roles in administration, teaching, ward and departmental leadership, district and visiting nursing, industrial and school nursing, and more. Opportunities exist both within hospitals and in community or specialized settings.FAQs and Practical Details. Minimal training costs (mainly exam fees and personal items).Living out allowances and travel expenses are covered. Four training intakes per year; waiting periods are short if qualifications are met.Northern District School of Nursing Progress Report for Nurse M. C. Dunn and other items pertaining to her exams. This item contains the following six documents: 3791.15a This document is a progress examination report for Nurse M.C. Dunn from the Northern District School of Nursing, summarizing her performance in the Phase 1 Progress Examination held in July 1974. Examination Results Outstanding Performance Passed both Anatomy & Physiology and General Nursing with distinction. Eligible to attend the First Year Study Block and required to sit for the First Professional State Examination in October 1974. Chemistry & Physics will be included in the upcoming examination, with no repeat lectures during the study block. Examiner's General Comments: Anatomy & PhysiologyMost questions were well answered, especially on tissue distribution, limb movement, and muscle functions.Areas needing revision: functions of the skin, diagrams (vertebra, kidney, leaf), function of chordae tendinae, factors maintaining venous return, difference between inspired and expired air, and formation/circulation of cerebrospinal fluid. Some gaps in knowledge about blood volume, urea formation, and water contamination. Generally strong answers on patient care, conversions between measurement systems, and infection prevention.Areas for improvement: dilution of lotions, suitable lotions for skin prep, definitions of pH and specific gravity of urine, and details on sterilization (especially destruction of spores). Good understanding of pressure sore prevention, patient bathing, and care of valuables, though some answers lacked detail or used outdated expressions. 3791.15b This document is a formal acceptance letter addressed to Marion from the Northern District School of Nursing. Marion has been accepted into the Preliminary Training School at the Northern District School of Nursing. Medical and Dental ApprovalHer medical and dental certificates have been reviewed and approved. Marion is scheduled to begin training on 4th February. She is expected to attend on Thursday, 31st January, 1974, prior to the official start. 3791.15c The Victorian Nursing Council's examination instructions for nursing candidates 3791.15d Invitation to a dinner to congratulate the 1973 pilot students in their examination successes 3791.15e Signature of Examiner Card Victorian Nursing Council 3791.15f Examination certificate from the Victorian Nursing Councilnurse training, lister house, marion dunn

The Northern District School of Nursing in Victoria, Australia Graduates Association: History of the School Managed by a committee including hospital administrators, medical professionals, and nursing leaders from several regional hospitals. Associated with major hospitals in the Northern District, including Bendigo Base, Mildura Base, Castlemaine, Echuca, Swan Hill, St. Arnaud, and Kyneton District Hospitals. Provide high-quality theoretical and practical nursing training. Raise the standard of nursing education in the region. Maintain the highest principles of nursing practice. Applicants must be at least 17 years old and hold a Proficiency Certificate or higher educational qualification. Application involves submitting forms, certificates, an interview, an aptitude test, and a medical examination. A three-month probationary period follows initial acceptance. Preliminary Training School: Four-week introductory course covering basic nursing, anatomy, hygiene, and practical skills. Practical experience in various hospital departments, guided by senior staff. Study Block Plan: Includes several blocks of theoretical and practical instruction throughout the three-year program. Regular school exams and two state exams (First Professional and Final State) are required for progression and graduation. Nurses work a 40-hour week with at least one or two days off per week and three weeks of annual leave. Accommodation is provided in comfortable hostels with good facilities. Uniforms are supplied free; nurses provide their own shoes and stockings. Salaries and allowances are regulated, with deductions for board and free medical care. Additional Information Post-Graduate Opportunities. Senior positions require further experience and additional certificates (e.g., Midwifery, Infant Welfare).Diploma courses available in administration, teaching, and specialized nursing fields. Bursaries are available for advanced study.Career Prospects: Graduates can pursue roles in administration, teaching, ward and departmental leadership, district and visiting nursing, industrial and school nursing, and more. Opportunities existed both within hospitals and in community or specialized settings.FAQs and Practical Details. Minimal training costs (mainly exam fees and personal items).Living out allowances and travel expenses are covered. Four training intakes per year; waiting periods are short if qualifications are met. 10th ANNUAL REPORT Here are the key points from the annual report of the Northern District School of Nursing for the year ending June 30, 1960:1. The Committee of Management included medical, nursing, and educational leaders from regional hospitals and schools. Dr. Peter Slater, a founding member and major contributor, passed away in 1960 and was honored for his service. The tutorial and clerical staff lists reflect several changes, with notable resignations and new appointments. The School celebrated its tenth anniversary in March 1960, marking a decade since its first intake in 1950. It was the first independent nursing school in Australia, contributing significantly to nursing education history. A new kitchen-dining block was completed, improving meal services and social spaces.Upgrades included a second demonstration classroom, improved lighting and heating, and renovations to hostels and administrative areas. Some maintenance issues remained, particularly with older hostels and the need for a new administrative block.4. A post-graduate Staff Nurse Training Course was introduced to retain and further develop graduates within the region. The study block plan was revised to distribute nurse absences more evenly, increasing the number of study blocks from 9 to 14 per year. The School faced challenges balancing educational needs with hospital staffing requirements. Certificates were awarded to several graduates who completed the new Staff Nurse Training Course. The report details causes of student attrition, including exam failures, personal reasons, health, marriage, and disciplinary actions. The School hosted significant conferences, including the Royal Victorian College of Nursing's tutors' conference, fostering professional development and networking. The School's finances were stable, with government grants as the main income source and detailed accounts of expenditures and assets provided. The report expresses gratitude to staff, the Hospitals and Charities Commission, and associated hospitals for their support and cooperation. 11th ANNUAL REPORT Here are the key points from the Eleventh Annual Report (1960-1961) of the Committee of Management for the Northern District School of Nursing, Bendigo: Ongoing issues with deteriorating retaining walls and outbuildings at school residences. Committee sought approval for a staged building program: administrative/classroom unit, hostel accommodation, and demonstration/practical classroom unit. Urgent need for improved office and classroom facilities due to inadequate current conditions. Routine repairs and upgrades (painting, new heaters, floor coverings, clothes dryers). Plans for garage repairs and replacement of retaining walls at hostels. Significant improvements with new anatomical models and demonstration equipment, enhancing teaching quality. No major changes to the basic curriculum; continued use of study block plan across all years. Ongoing challenges in teaching Invalid Cookery due to lack of facilities and qualified teachers. Concerns about overloading introductory courses and the impact of staff shortages on student preparedness. 74 students sat the First Professional Examination: 63 passed initially, 5 passed supplementary, 2 failed and terminated, 3 did not re-sit.65 students sat the Final State Examination: 2 failed whole exam, 4 failed Medical Nursing, 2 failed Surgical Nursing; all passed supplementary exams. Recommendation that students struggling by the 15th month consider Nursing Aide work.Staff Nurse CoursePostgraduate courses held for staff nurses, including visits to metropolitan and local hospitals and organizations. High standard of lectures and appreciation from students. Staff attended post-graduate courses; Miss Bannfield-Smith awarded Florence Nightingale Scholarship. Miss Long received a Rockefeller Foundation grant for study in the US and Canada.Recruitment and Student Demographics 69 new recruits from various regional hospitals.2 07 students in training as of June 30, 1961, with diverse educational backgrounds. 33 students left due to exam failure, marriage, dislike of nursing, personal or health reasons, or family needs. Several resignations and new appointments among tutorial, supervisory, and domestic staff. Total expenditure: £37,561; total income: £36,898, resulting in a deficit of £663 for the year. Main expenses: salaries, provisions, domestic costs, repairs, and administration. Dr. P. R. Slater MemorialA memorial ceremony and placement of a commemorative painting in honor of Dr. Slater, the first chairman.Hosted meetings for medical and nursing associations, and provided hospitality for visiting nurses during the International Nursing Congress.Northern District School of Nursing Graduates Association - 10th and 11th Annual Reports, 1959-1960 and 1960-61 This item contains the following documents: 3801.1a 10th Annual Report Front Cover 3801.1b The annual report of the Northern District School of Nursing for the year ending June 30, 1960 3801.1c 11th Annual Report Front Cover 3801.1d The Eleventh Annual Report (1960-1961) of the Committee of Management for the Northern District School of Nursing, Bendigo 3801.1e Copy of Above 3801.1f Copy of Above 3801.1g Copy of Abovenurse training, lister house, annual reports

The Northern District School of Nursing in Victoria, Australia Graduates Association: History of the School Managed by a committee including hospital administrators, medical professionals, and nursing leaders from several regional hospitals. Associated with major hospitals in the Northern District, including Bendigo Base, Mildura Base, Castlemaine, Echuca, Swan Hill, St. Arnaud, and Kyneton District Hospitals. Provide high-quality theoretical and practical nursing training. Raise the standard of nursing education in the region. Maintain the highest principles of nursing practice. Applicants must be at least 17 years old and hold a Proficiency Certificate or higher educational qualification. Application involves submitting forms, certificates, an interview, an aptitude test, and a medical examination. A three-month probationary period follows initial acceptance. Preliminary Training School: Four-week introductory course covering basic nursing, anatomy, hygiene, and practical skills. Practical experience in various hospital departments, guided by senior staff. Study Block Plan: Includes several blocks of theoretical and practical instruction throughout the three-year program. Regular school exams and two state exams (First Professional and Final State) are required for progression and graduation. Nurses work a 40-hour week with at least one or two days off per week and three weeks of annual leave. Accommodation is provided in comfortable hostels with good facilities. Uniforms are supplied free; nurses provide their own shoes and stockings. Salaries and allowances are regulated, with deductions for board and free medical care. Additional Information Post-Graduate Opportunities. Senior positions require further experience and additional certificates (e.g., Midwifery, Infant Welfare).Diploma courses available in administration, teaching, and specialized nursing fields. Bursaries are available for advanced study.Career Prospects: Graduates can pursue roles in administration, teaching, ward and departmental leadership, district and visiting nursing, industrial and school nursing, and more. Opportunities existed both within hospitals and in community or specialized settings.FAQs and Practical Details. Minimal training costs (mainly exam fees and personal items).Living out allowances and travel expenses are covered. Four training intakes per year; waiting periods are short if qualifications are met.Northern District School of Nursing Graduates Association - Urine and Faeces Testing Chart - printed in Great Britain by AMES Company (London) Limited This item contains the following document: 3792.10a Northern District School of Nursing Graduates Association - Urine and Faeces Testing Chartnurse training, lister house, history, ames company pty ltd london