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Melbourne Tram MuseumDocument - Report, Graeme Turnbull, "The development and retention of Melbourne's trams and the influence of Sir Robert Risson", Apr. 2001
... "The development and retention of Melbourne's trams and the influence of Sir Robert Risson"...Copy of a lecture by Graeme Turnbull presented 2001 titled "The development and retention of Melbourne's trams and the influence of Sir Robert Risson" Consists of 22 A4 pages, with Bibliography. ...Graeme Turnbull, Robert Risson, Hector Bell, Reg Ansett...See Reg Item 6061 "The development and retention of Melbourne's trams and the influence of Sir Robert Risson" Document Report Graeme Turnbull Graeme Turnbull, Robert Risson, Hector Bell, Reg Ansett ...Copy of a lecture by Graeme Turnbull presented 2001 titled "The development and retention of Melbourne's trams and the influence of Sir Robert Risson" Consists of 22 A4 pages, with Bibliography. Looks at the history of the Melbourne's trams, why they have been retained, the MMTB, its formation, Chairmen, Overseas influences and reports, Bourke St buses, Bourke St, the PCC car, Robert Risson, Hector Bell, Reg Ansett, the Union, design of trams, accidents, trolley poles, uniforms, Risson's personality and his strong support for trams in Melbourne. See Reg Item 6061On top in ink "Delivered at RMIT Storey Hall on Friday 20/4/2001, the 100th anniversary of Sir Robert's birthday by Graeme Turnbull" and "Received 7/12/01"trams, tramways, mmtb, chairman, pcc, buses, accidents, trolley poles, uniforms, public transport -
Melbourne Tram MuseumDocument - Report, RMIT Business, Graeme Turnbull, "The Sir Robert Risson Era - An enduring legacy", Apr. 2001
... "The Sir Robert Risson Era - An enduring legacy"...Report - 10 A4 pages, was stapled, titled "The Sir Robert Risson Era - An enduring legacy" looking at the achievements of Mr Risson, his army service, the use of buses in Melbourne, Bourke St, Brisbane tramways, unions, the management of the MMTB, possible closure, knighthood, his community involvement, his legacy in relation to the Melbourne tramways and public transport. ...Graeme Turnbull, Robert Risson...Has a list of acknowledgements, References and Bibliography. "The Sir Robert Risson Era - An enduring legacy" Document Report RMIT Business, Graeme Turnbull Graeme Turnbull, Robert Risson ...Report - 10 A4 pages, was stapled, titled "The Sir Robert Risson Era - An enduring legacy" looking at the achievements of Mr Risson, his army service, the use of buses in Melbourne, Bourke St, Brisbane tramways, unions, the management of the MMTB, possible closure, knighthood, his community involvement, his legacy in relation to the Melbourne tramways and public transport. Has a list of acknowledgements, References and Bibliography.trams, tramways, brisbane, melbourne, closure, history, reports, tramways, mmtb, chairman, unions -
Melbourne Tram MuseumNewspaper, "Trams Still the "In Thing" - Risson at "Y" ', c1960
... "Trams Still the "In Thing" - Risson at "Y" '...Gives a date, but not a year. Notes Mr. Risson's recent overseas trip....Gives a date, but not a year. Notes Mr. Risson's recent overseas trip. "Trams Still the "In Thing" - Risson at "Y" ' Newspaper ...Newspaper Clipping - from a newspaper titled "Trams Still the "In Thing" - Risson at "Y" about the MMTB Chairman speaking a recent meeting of the Y Club lunch. Gives a date, but not a year. Notes Mr. Risson's recent overseas trip.trams, tramways, melbourne, reports, overseas tours -
Melbourne Tram MuseumPhotograph, Melbourne & Metropolitan Tramways Board (MMTB), R J Risson MMTB Chairman, 1960
... R J Risson MMTB Chairman...Photograph of Mr Robert J Risson MMTB Chairman - 1949 to 30 June 1970 - see 1970 Annual Report. ...Has a close association with Robert Risson MMTB Chairman. MMTB Board Members Robert Risson MMTB Chairman Black and white photograph on plain back - set of 2. ...Photograph of Mr Robert J Risson MMTB Chairman - 1949 to 30 June 1970 - see 1970 Annual Report. Mr Risson received a Knighthood during 1970. Print received in a box dated 1960.Has a close association with Robert Risson MMTB Chairman.Black and white photograph on plain back - set of 2.mmtb, board members, robert risson, mmtb chairman -
Melbourne Tram MuseumProgramme, RMIT Business, Graeme Turnbull, "2nd annual Sir Robert Risson Memorial Lecture", 4/2002
... "2nd annual Sir Robert Risson Memorial Lecture"...Document providing the program for the "2nd annual Sir Robert Risson Memorial Lecture" - that was presented by Keith Kings on 30/4/2002 at RMIT Storey Hall. ...Has a strong association with the presenter Keith Kings and Sir Robert Risson MMTB Chairman. tramways trams buses cable trams Robert Risson public transport Franchising Yarra trams Twelve page A5 document or programme centre stapled. "2nd annual Sir Robert Risson Memorial Lecture" Programme RMIT Business, Graeme Turnbull ...Document providing the program for the "2nd annual Sir Robert Risson Memorial Lecture" - that was presented by Keith Kings on 30/4/2002 at RMIT Storey Hall. See item 4677 for the actual lecture notes and slides. Has a biography of Sir Robert Risson, program, notes on Keith Kings, Bernie Carolan as Director of the National Express Group, Jenny Morris of RMIT and Dr Michael Kennedy, CEO of Mornington Penisula Shire.Has a strong association with the presenter Keith Kings and Sir Robert Risson MMTB Chairman.Twelve page A5 document or programme centre stapled.tramways, trams, buses, cable trams, robert risson, public transport, franchising, yarra trams -
Melbourne Tram MuseumNewspaper, The Sun, The Herald, The Age, Southern Cross, "Tram works seek talks on services", "Risson: We should run all buses..." "Tram stop hinges on new rosters", Nov. 1968
... "Tram works seek talks on services", "Risson: We should run all buses..." "Tram stop hinges on new rosters"...Newspaper Clipping - set of ten clippings adhered to two sides of four sheets of ruled quarto paper with punched holes on the left hand side - primarily about the change in rosters proposed by the MMTB Nov. 1968. 1 - "Tram works seek talks on services" - industrial issues at Camberwell depot 2 - "Risson: We should run all buses..." 3 - "Tram stop hinges on new rosters" - quotes Clarrie O'Shea 4 - "The Govt should aid tramways" 5 - "Tram stop threatens" 6 - "Risson's No on new rosters" 7 - "Cut on local tram routes" - features a photo of 869, at a tram stop with a kerb - trip hazard. 8 - "Trams back, but cuts in services soon" 9 - "Off the tracks" - The Age editorial 10 - "Cabinet will rule on tram dispute" Also other items on new ideas for trams and trains, railway strike threats, fares and has A Place in the Sun written by Keith Dunstan on the Puffing Billy railway. ...R. Risson, C. O'Shea, V. Wilcox, Keith Dunstan...Risson, C. O'Shea, V. Wilcox, Keith Dunstan ...Newspaper Clipping - set of ten clippings adhered to two sides of four sheets of ruled quarto paper with punched holes on the left hand side - primarily about the change in rosters proposed by the MMTB Nov. 1968. 1 - "Tram works seek talks on services" - industrial issues at Camberwell depot 2 - "Risson: We should run all buses..." 3 - "Tram stop hinges on new rosters" - quotes Clarrie O'Shea 4 - "The Govt should aid tramways" 5 - "Tram stop threatens" 6 - "Risson's No on new rosters" 7 - "Cut on local tram routes" - features a photo of 869, at a tram stop with a kerb - trip hazard. 8 - "Trams back, but cuts in services soon" 9 - "Off the tracks" - The Age editorial 10 - "Cabinet will rule on tram dispute" Also other items on new ideas for trams and trains, railway strike threats, fares and has A Place in the Sun written by Keith Dunstan on the Puffing Billy railway. Cuttings from The Herald, The Age and Sun, Southern Cross newspapers.trams, tramways, rosters, camberwell depot, unions, tram services, finances, buses, tram stops -
Melbourne Tram MuseumDocument - Programme, "Service for Sir Robert Risson", 24/7/1992
... "Service for Sir Robert Risson"...Funeral service - for Major-General Sir Robert Joseph Henry Risson CB CBE DSO OStJ ED OBE 1901 - 1992 at the Church of St Faith Burwood, 24/7/1992. ...Yields information about the funeral service for retired MMTB Chairman in 1992. Funeral Robert Risson Duplicated A4 sheet, folded to A5. "Service for Sir Robert Risson" Document Programme ...Funeral service - for Major-General Sir Robert Joseph Henry Risson CB CBE DSO OStJ ED OBE 1901 - 1992 at the Church of St Faith Burwood, 24/7/1992. Gives details of the songs, psalms, prayers.Yields information about the funeral service for retired MMTB Chairman in 1992.Duplicated A4 sheet, folded to A5.funeral, robert risson -
Melbourne Tram MuseumDocument - Report, Robert Risson, "Problems in Passenger Transport in City Streets", May. 1954
... Printed extract - four pages 35 to 38 of an paper printed in Electrical Engineer and Merchandiser, May 15, 1954 titled "Problems in Passenger Transport in City Streets", by Robert Risson. ...Robert Risson..."Problems in Passenger Transport in City Streets" Document Report Robert Risson ...Presented originally to Melbourne Division of the Institute of Engineers 13/4/1954. Pages contained with in a manila folder and marked "Problems in Passenger Transport in City Streets" - (Extract from Electrical Engineer and Merchandiser - 15/5/54). Looks at transport in Melbourne, its history, trams vs trolley buses vs buses, track costs, tram carrying capacity vs its cost vs buses, labour costs, traffic congestion, car parking, costs and fares, peak loads and staggering of hours. Has a graph showing passengers arriving or departing in peak hours and impact of staggered hours. Demonstrates the transport study work of the MMTB and Robert Risson.Printed extract - four pages 35 to 38 of an paper printed in Electrical Engineer and Merchandiser, May 15, 1954 titled "Problems in Passenger Transport in City Streets", by Robert Risson. On front cover of folder - the AETA stamp and library number in red "4J14"trams, tramways, melbourne, traffic control, mmtb, public transport -
Melbourne Tram MuseumDocument - Memorandum, R. J. Risson, "PCC Agreement", 20/01/1953 12:00:00 AM
... Memorandum - carbon copy - two foolscap sheets and one quarto sheet - titled "PCC Agreement", regarding the agreement between the MMTB and Transit Research Corporation of the USA regarding the licence to use PCC Equipment dated and initialled by R. J. Risson Chairman 20/1/1953. Seems to be some dispute over the holding of the licence with the TRC. ...R. J. Risson, S. M Richardson, Mr. Bell Junior, Mr. ...R. J. Risson..."PCC Agreement" Document Memorandum R. J. Risson R. J. Risson, S. M Richardson, Mr. Bell Junior, Mr. ...Memorandum - carbon copy - two foolscap sheets and one quarto sheet - titled "PCC Agreement", regarding the agreement between the MMTB and Transit Research Corporation of the USA regarding the licence to use PCC Equipment dated and initialled by R. J. Risson Chairman 20/1/1953. Seems to be some dispute over the holding of the licence with the TRC. Meeting attended by the former MMTB Manager (Operations) S. M. Richardson, Mr Bell Junior and Mr. Guice Acting Secretary. Notes Brisbane's work and the economic conditions in Australia at the time.trams, tramways, mmtb, pcc, new trams, agreements -
Melbourne Tram MuseumDocument - Report, R. J. H. Risson, Melbourne and Metropolitan Tramways Board, "Public Transport in Big cities", 1966
... Written by R. J. H. Risson, Chairman of the MMTB. Includes a photo of the author. ...R. J. H. Risson...R. J. H. Risson, Melbourne and Metropolitan Tramways Board...J. H. Risson ...Report 6 pages, photocopied onto head sensitive paper titled "Public Transport in Big cities" printed in the October - December 1966 issue of Australian Transport. Written by R. J. H. Risson, Chairman of the MMTB. Includes a photo of the author. Paper looks at Public Transport in Melbourne, its past and where it is going, car parking, that trams will stay in Melbourne, US cities though winding down, UK hardly a model, must do better, looks at New York, growing cities, the work place and workforce, transport essentials, fares, speed, new buses and trams, articulated vehicles, solutions, plans for Melbourne, underground tramways. Has photos of European trams.On rear of page 5 are a numb er of algebraic equations!trams, tramways, mmtb, tramway, melbourne, underground tramways, new trams, public transport -
Melbourne Tram MuseumAudio, Mal Rowe, Sir Robert Risson speach - 50 years of MMTB - 1969, 26/11/1969
... Sir Robert Risson speach - 50 years of MMTB - 1969...An audio recording by Mal Rowe at a dinner sponsored by the TMSV at the Wattle Park Chalet of Major General Sir Robert Risson, MMTB Chairman on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the Melbourne and Metropolitan Tramways Board (MMTB). ...Sir Robert Risson speach - 50 years of MMTB - 1969 Audio Mal Rowe ...An audio recording by Mal Rowe at a dinner sponsored by the TMSV at the Wattle Park Chalet of Major General Sir Robert Risson, MMTB Chairman on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the Melbourne and Metropolitan Tramways Board (MMTB). Covers many topics about Melboune's trams, international experiences, fares, loan council, new trams, tickets, reserved track, rates, roads. Recorded the day before a two-day strike by the SEC workers which meant the Melbourne's public transport could not operate. Jim Dowell was the TMSV Chairman at the time and Peter Duckett, a well-known enthusiast and operator of the Model Dockyard in Swanston St.Yields information from the MMTB Chairman's viewpoint on Melbourne's tramways.Set of 3 images and three audio files recorded on a reel to reel tape recorder.robert risson, 50th anniversary, mmtb, jim dowell, peter duckett, tmsv, speach -
Ballarat Tramway MuseumDocument - Report, R. J. Risson, "Moving People", Aug. 1954
... Delivered as an address by R. J. H. Risson, Chairman, Melbourne and Metropolitan Tramways Board, August 1954. ...R. J. Risson..."Moving People" Document Report R. J. Risson ...Ten page Foolscap, duplicated report or paper, titled "Moving People". Delivered as an address by R. J. H. Risson, Chairman, Melbourne and Metropolitan Tramways Board, August 1954. Ten sheets stapled in top left hand corner. Looks at transport in general, Melbourne's situation, road costs, rolling stock, power and labour costs, traffic congestion, costs and fares, peak load and staggering of hours. Makes references to 3 charts, not included with paper.trams, tramways, melbourne, mmtb, traffic control, tramcars -
Melbourne Tram MuseumPhotograph - Black & White Photograph/s, Melbourne & Metropolitan Tramways Board (MMTB), c1965
... Black and white photograph of Frank Kuffer (MMTB Safety Officer) in St Johns Ambulance uniform demonstrating Resuscitation or mouth to mouth to a lady (model?) with Sir Robert Risson watching....On rear in ink "General Risson supervising Frank Kuffer's practice on a"...Frank Kuffer, Robert Risson...with Sir Robert Risson watching. Photograph Black & White Photograph/s Melbourne & Metropolitan Tramways Board (MMTB) Frank Kuffer, Robert Risson ...Black and white photograph of Frank Kuffer (MMTB Safety Officer) in St Johns Ambulance uniform demonstrating Resuscitation or mouth to mouth to a lady (model?) with Sir Robert Risson watching.On rear in ink "General Risson supervising Frank Kuffer's practice on a"trams, tramways, first aid, st johns ambulance, mmtb chairman -
Melbourne Tram MuseumJournal - IEAust, Robert Risson, "Moving People (Urban Public Transport)", June 1963
... Paper prepared by Major General R J H Risson, as President of The Institution of Engineers Australia, titled "Moving People (Urban Public Transport)" in June 1963 issue of the Institutions Jounal. ...Robert Risson..."Moving People (Urban Public Transport)" Journal IEAust Robert Risson Engineers Australia ...Paper prepared by Major General R J H Risson, as President of The Institution of Engineers Australia, titled "Moving People (Urban Public Transport)" in June 1963 issue of the Institutions Jounal. Front cover features a photo taken from Young & Jacksons of a view looking south along St Kilda Road, with many trams in the view, led by L class 103. Gives an introduction to street transport, continued need for public transport, vehicle choice, traffic congestion, has notes on stagered working hours, fares, rostering and computers, traffic control, overseas comparisons, with mention of subways. Has a large graph of Costs versus Fares from 1939 to 1969 looking at wages, basic wage, operating expenses and average fare per mile. See item Ballarat Tramway Museum item 2711 for similar titled paper.Yields information the views of Robert Risson about the place of trams in public transport and the costs of operations.Journal, approx 60 pages, stapled with table of contents.Has on front cover in red ink "RSJ Beams"trams, tramways, melbourne, mmtb, traffic control, tramcars, costs -
Melbourne Tram MuseumPhotograph - Black & White Photograph/s, 1960's?
... Black and white photograph of the MMTB Chairman Robert Risson receiving a vaccination injection on the MMTB medical bus. ...On rear of 2nd copy is "Risson" and "Brennan" in ink....Robert Risson, K. J. Brennan...Melbourne Tram Museum 8 Wallen Road Hawthorn melbourne Trams tramways Personnel Medical MMTB Buses On rear of 2nd copy is "Risson" and "Brennan" in ink. Black and white photograph of the MMTB Chairman Robert Risson receiving a vaccination injection on the MMTB medical bus. ...Black and white photograph of the MMTB Chairman Robert Risson receiving a vaccination injection on the MMTB medical bus. Has possibly Mr K. J. Brennan on the left hand side. Note the size of needle! Has a doctor and nurse in the photograph as well. This photograph has been published elsewhere. Two copies held.On rear of 2nd copy is "Risson" and "Brennan" in ink.trams, tramways, personnel, medical, mmtb, buses -
The 5th/6th Battalion Royal Victoria Regiment Historical CollectionAward - Trophy, The Risson Cup
... The Risson Cup...Silver metal trophy The Risson Cup Award Trophy ...Presented by Brig. R.J.Risson CBE DSO ED for Inter- Battalion Competition.Silver metal trophyPresented by Brig. R.J.Risson CBE DSO ED for Inter- Battalion Competition.infantry, 58th battalion, wark vc club, trophy, regimental property -
Melbourne Tram MuseumFlyer, RMIT Business, Graeme Turnbull, "Sir Robert Risson Memorial Lecture", 4/2001
... "Sir Robert Risson Memorial Lecture"..."Sir Robert Risson Memorial Lecture" Flyer RMIT Business, Graeme Turnbull ...Flyer or document advertising the first of two lectures held at the RMIT Storey Hall. The first was presented by Graeme Turnbull, about Sir Robert's influence on Melbourne's public transport system. Second sheet was the RSVP for the event held on 20/4/2001. See item 4679 for the lecture notes and slides. See item 9044 for the second lecture presented in 2002 by Keith Kings.Has a strong association with the presenter Graeme Turnbull and Sir Robert Risson MMTB Chairman.Two page A4 document or flyer stapled in top left hand corner.tramways, trams, buses, cable trams, robert risson, public transport, franchising, yarra trams -
Melbourne Tram MuseumBook - The Scots Church - The Leaflet Spring 2022, Michael North - Scots Church, "Tram Stop", Sept 2022
... Has a photo of the terminal building by Mal Rowe - Sir Robert Risson Tram Terminus. The rear cover image of La Trobe St....Book - magazine - 48 pages, perfect bound, full colour titled The Scots Church - The Leaflet Spring 2022 containing an article on the Robert Risson Tram Stop at the Elizabeth St tram terminus....Yields information about the Elizabeth St tram terminus and its memorial to Sir Robert Risson, MMTB Chairman 1949 to 1970, trams tramways Robert Risson elizabeth Street memorials Book - magazine - 48 pages, perfect bound, full colour titled The Scots Church - The Leaflet Spring 2022 containing an article on the Robert Risson Tram Stop at the Elizabeth St tram terminus. ...Tram Stop article written by Michael North looks at the structure at the Elizabeth St tram terminus, named after Sir Robert Risson and his convictions to support the Melbourne tramway system including the campaigns to replace Melbourne's iconic trams with buses and motor cars. Has a photo of the terminal building by Mal Rowe - Sir Robert Risson Tram Terminus. The rear cover image of La Trobe St.Yields information about the Elizabeth St tram terminus and its memorial to Sir Robert Risson, MMTB Chairman 1949 to 1970,Book - magazine - 48 pages, perfect bound, full colour titled The Scots Church - The Leaflet Spring 2022 containing an article on the Robert Risson Tram Stop at the Elizabeth St tram terminus.trams, tramways, robert risson, elizabeth street, memorials -
Melbourne Tram MuseumPhotograph - Set of 6 digital images of the Sir Robert Risson Tram Terminus - Elizabeth St, Mal Rowe, 2004 to 2010
... Was given the name of Sir Robert Risson, but was removed when the PTC livery was applied in June 2014. 6 - Plaque Feb. 1994, laid by Alan Brown, Minister for Public Transport...Set of 6 images of the Sir Robert Risson Tram Terminus in Elizabeth St at Flinders St....Was given the name of Sir Robert Risson, but was removed when the PTC livery was applied in June 2014. 6 - Plaque Feb. 1994, laid by Alan Brown, Minister for Public Transport Yields information about the Sir Robert Risson Tram Terminus tramways Robert Risson elizabeth Street memorials plaque D class D1 class B class tram 5001 tram 2088 tram 2128 tram 3501 Set of 6 images of the Sir Robert Risson Tram Terminus in Elizabeth St at Flinders St. ...All images from Mal Rowe, except No. 6 from Marcus Wong 1 - D class 5001 at the terminus showing the sign at the south end - 23-9-2013 2 - B class 2088 looking south - 30-7-2010 3 - B class 2128 looking south - 12-2003 4 - Sign on Combino D1 3501 5 - D1 3501 - in Swanston Street at Victoria St - 16-3-2004. Was given the name of Sir Robert Risson, but was removed when the PTC livery was applied in June 2014. 6 - Plaque Feb. 1994, laid by Alan Brown, Minister for Public TransportYields information about the Sir Robert Risson Tram TerminusSet of 6 images of the Sir Robert Risson Tram Terminus in Elizabeth St at Flinders St.tramways, robert risson, elizabeth street, memorials, plaque, d class, d1 class, b class, tram 5001, tram 2088, tram 2128, tram 3501 -
Melbourne LegacyPhotograph, Legacy 50th Anniversary Event at the Shrine, 1973
... The men were being led by Legatee Bob Risson. Photos came from an envelope marked P1 Federal Conference 1973 / 50 Year anniversary....Please acknowledge Michael Cheshire" in grey ink. 00479.3 Label on front says "L/Bob Risson with parade at Shrine". 00479.4 Label on front says "Fall in at Shrine"....The men were being led by Legatee Bob Risson. Photos came from an envelope marked P1 Federal Conference 1973 / 50 Year anniversary. ...Photos of a ceremony and wreath laying at the Shrine of Remembrance in Melbourne. It was part of the Golden Jubilee 50 year celebrations in 1973. (see also 00479). It is the same event when an Olive Tree of Peace was planted in the western lawn of the Shrine (see 00441 and 00442). The photos show a group of Legatees marching towards the Shrine behind a military band. The men were being led by Legatee Bob Risson. Photos came from an envelope marked P1 Federal Conference 1973 / 50 Year anniversary.A record of a ceremony to mark the 50th year of Legacy.Black and white photo x 7 of a service at the Shrine for the 50th Anniversary.All stamped "This Photograph is the compliments of the Ministry of Tourism, Government of Victoria. Please acknowledge Michael Cheshire" in grey ink. 00479.3 Label on front says "L/Bob Risson with parade at Shrine". 00479.4 Label on front says "Fall in at Shrine".golden jubilee, conference, wreath laying ceremony -
Melbourne Tram MuseumNewspaper, The Age, "Tram supporter dies", 21/07/1992 12:00:00 AM
... Newspaper clipping, The Age 21/7/1992, titled "Tram supporter dies" about the death of Sir Robert Risson the previous day, aged 91....Robert Risson...Melbourne Tram Museum 8 Wallen Road Hawthorn melbourne Trams tramways Robert Risson Chairman Newspaper clipping, The Age 21/7/1992, titled "Tram supporter dies" about the death of Sir Robert Risson the previous day, aged 91. ...Newspaper clipping, The Age 21/7/1992, titled "Tram supporter dies" about the death of Sir Robert Risson the previous day, aged 91.trams, tramways, robert risson, chairman -
Melbourne Tram MuseumPhotograph - Remembrance Day Head Office, 1960s
... Risson...The senior male at left is Tramways Board Chairman, Retired Major General Robert Risson (knighted in 1970). The location is likely a locker room in the M&MTB Head Office, Little Collins Street where Honour Rolls of staff who had died during war were fixed to walls above the lockers. ...The senior male at left is Tramways Board Chairman, Retired Major General Robert Risson (knighted in 1970). The location is likely a locker room in the M&MTB Head Office, Little Collins Street where Honour Rolls of staff who had died during war were fixed to walls above the lockers. ...Photograph of seven male staff and three female staff standing with heads bowed with the likelihood of further men and women out of shot. The senior male at left is Tramways Board Chairman, Retired Major General Robert Risson (knighted in 1970). The location is likely a locker room in the M&MTB Head Office, Little Collins Street where Honour Rolls of staff who had died during war were fixed to walls above the lockers. A clock shows 11am, presumably on 11 November sometime in the 1960s, recalling the cesation of World War One. At this exact time each year across the tram network all tramcars were halted in the streets by order of the Board as a mark of respect. The young age of the uniformed female staff compared with the male staff reflected the still current practice that once a woman married she ceased employment.Yields information about administration of Melbourne and Metropolitan Tramways Board. Black and white photograph with no noterisson, remembrance day, 11 november, head office, honour roll, trams halted, single female employees -
Melbourne Tram MuseumPhotograph, The Age, Frith, "Melbourne's Trams - the spirit that saved our icon", c1980
... See Reg Item 5814i2. 2 - Photo of Risson on the top of a tram showing how to handle a trolley pole - 1963 newspaper clipping. 3 - Cartoon by Frith about the opening of Bourke St, featuring Risson....Robert Risson, John McPherson, Marc Fiddian, Frith, Erica Cervini...See Reg Item 5814i2. 2 - Photo of Risson on the top of a tram showing how to handle a trolley pole - 1963 newspaper clipping. 3 - Cartoon by Frith about the opening of Bourke St, featuring Risson. ...Laminated A3 sheet featuring photograph and newspaper clippings. 1 - an Article written by Erica Cervini titled "Melbourne's Trams - the spirit that saved our icon", about Major General Sir Robert Risson and his influence on keeping Melbourne's trams which have since become an icon. Quotes John McPherson of the PTUA and Marc Fiddian, author of "Clang Clang clang" refers to a carton by Frith, The Herald 1955 about the opening of Bourke St. See Reg Item 5814i2. 2 - Photo of Risson on the top of a tram showing how to handle a trolley pole - 1963 newspaper clipping. 3 - Cartoon by Frith about the opening of Bourke St, featuring Risson.trams, tramways, robert risson, bourke st, opening, trolley poles, accidents, melbourne, mmtb -
Melbourne Tram MuseumLetter, Ministry of Transport, "Applications for tram car bodies 1956 - 1961", Mar. 1961
... Risson forwarding the letter from Paul Day and signed by the Minister Sir Arthur Warner 6 - Hand written letter from Paul Day of Essendon with a phone number asking for a tramcar....Robert Risson, Sir Arthur Warner, Paul Day..."Applications for tram car bodies 1956 - 1961" Letter Ministry of Transport Robert Risson, Sir Arthur Warner, Paul Day ...A series of letters and notes concerning "Applications for tram car bodies 1956 - 1961" comprising (from the top) 1 - a handwritten list listing the various applications from bodies and noting that there had been some 330 private applications. on ruled paper. 2 - copy of letter by R. J. Risson to Master Paul Day re a surplus body and referring to the letter from Sir Arthur Warner. dated 29/3/1961 - on blue paper carbon copy 3 - as for 3, but initialled by Risson 4 - Hand written draft of a letter on plain paper 5 - Letter on Minister of Transport letterhead, dated 24/3/1961 to Mr. Risson forwarding the letter from Paul Day and signed by the Minister Sir Arthur Warner 6 - Hand written letter from Paul Day of Essendon with a phone number asking for a tramcar.trams, tramways, mmtb, minister for transport, sale of trams, disposal, mmtb chairman -
Ballarat Tramway MuseumNewspaper, "A man on the right track", 22/05/1973 12:00:00 AM
... Newspaper Clipping from a Melbourne newspaper dated 22 May 1973 about a discussion between Sir Robert Risson with writer Kenneth Joachim Sir Robert Risson was the executive Director of the Metropolitan Transportation Committee at the time. ...Newspaper Clipping from a Melbourne newspaper dated 22 May 1973 about a discussion between Sir Robert Risson with writer Kenneth Joachim Sir Robert Risson was the executive Director of the Metropolitan Transportation Committee at the time. ...Newspaper Clipping from a Melbourne newspaper dated 22 May 1973 about a discussion between Sir Robert Risson with writer Kenneth Joachim Sir Robert Risson was the executive Director of the Metropolitan Transportation Committee at the time. Looks at the trams running in Melbourne, new trams for the city and other tramways cities. Includes a photo of Sir Robert.In top centre right of the Clipping "22/5/73" in red ink.trams, tramways, mmtb, sir robert risson, new tramcars, melbourne transportation committee -
Melbourne Tram MuseumDocument - Report, Westernport Dandenong Promotion Board, "Westernport Dandenong Promotion Board - Seminar - The Future of Industry Around Westernport", 1974
... Report contained within a light brown card folder, containing a report on the "Westernport Dandenong Promotion Board - Seminar - 20th June 1974 - The Future of Industry Around Westernport", includes an paper by Sir Robert Risson, Executive Director - Metropolitan Transportation Committee - "Road and Rail Transport Proposals for the Region". ...Sir Robert Risson...Melbourne Tram Museum 8 Wallen Road Hawthorn melbourne Trams tramways Transport Westernport Robert Risson "4E9" in ink on front cover. Report contained within a light brown card folder, containing a report on the "Westernport Dandenong Promotion Board - Seminar - 20th June 1974 - The Future of Industry Around Westernport", includes an paper by Sir Robert Risson, Executive Director - Metropolitan Transportation Committee - "Road and Rail Transport Proposals for the Region". ...Report contained within a light brown card folder, containing a report on the "Westernport Dandenong Promotion Board - Seminar - 20th June 1974 - The Future of Industry Around Westernport", includes an paper by Sir Robert Risson, Executive Director - Metropolitan Transportation Committee - "Road and Rail Transport Proposals for the Region". Includes a copy of the program on the inside front cover."4E9" in ink on front cover.trams, tramways, transport, westernport, robert risson -
Melbourne Tram MuseumDocument - Report, "The Survival of Melbourne's Trams", c1990
... Looks at the history of Melbourne trams up the retirement of Robert Risson. Has a list of notes and sources. ...Robert Risson..."The Survival of Melbourne's Trams" Document Report Robert Risson ...Digital image of a report - 12 pages - titled "The Survival of Melbourne's Trams". Article looks at the factors behind the survival - modal decision, the motor lobby, cable operation, buses and trams (compares extensively to that of Sydney), departmental autonomy and capital management. Looks at the history of Melbourne trams up the retirement of Robert Risson. Has a list of notes and sources. Author not given.trams, tramways, history, significance, mmtb, melbourne, tramways, transport, buses, sydney, closure -
Melbourne Tram MuseumPhotograph - Black & White Photograph/s, mid 1950's
... Has oval images of each board member of the time with the qualifications and the MMTB logo. Robert Risson - Chairman K. J. Brennan - Member F. ...Robert Risson, K. J. Brennan, F. F. Wraith, H A A Warner...Photograph Black & White Photograph/s Robert Risson, K. J. Brennan, F. F. Wraith, H A A Warner ...Black and white photograph - reproduction - of a display photograph or framed photograph of the MMTB Board with the date 1954 - ? noting it was the first full time board. Has oval images of each board member of the time with the qualifications and the MMTB logo. Robert Risson - Chairman K. J. Brennan - Member F. F. Wraith - Deputy Chairman H A A Warner - Secretary Two copies held.trams, tramways, personnel, mmtb, board members, logos -
Melbourne Tram MuseumMagazine, The New Electric Railway Journal, "A Fair go for the Streetcar", 1996
... Article looks at the influence of Robert Risson, his work, the Melbourne press, the Transportation study, All electric trams, the Z class. ...Michael Venn, Robert Risson..."A Fair go for the Streetcar" Magazine The New Electric Railway Journal Michael Venn, Robert Risson ...Photocopy of a Magazine extract, 7A4 sheets from The New Electric Railway Journal, Winter 1995-96, titled "A Fair go for the Streetcar", written by Michael Venn. Article looks at the influence of Robert Risson, his work, the Melbourne press, the Transportation study, All electric trams, the Z class. Inclusion within the MTA. The Met, light rail, City Circle trams, Fairways, Driver only, the Heritage Fleet and the Hawthorn Depot.trams, tramways, melbourne, transportation plan`, the met, mmtb, all electric trams, fairways, driver only modifications, hawthorn depot -
Melbourne Tram MuseumDocument - Report, RMIT Business, Graeme Turnbull, "The decline and ultimate abandonment of the Brisbane Tramway system - A contrast with the retention of the tramway system in Melbourne", Nov. 2002
... Report looks at the 1950's and 1960's closure of tramway systems worldwide, the influence of Robert Risson, the closure of Brisbane including the lost of 65 trams inn 1962 and the 1969 closure of the system....Graeme Turnbull, Robert Risson...Report looks at the 1950's and 1960's closure of tramway systems worldwide, the influence of Robert Risson, the closure of Brisbane including the lost of 65 trams inn 1962 and the 1969 closure of the system. ...Report - 60 A4 pages + card covers. centre stapled titled "The decline and ultimate abandonment of the Brisbane Tramway system - A contrast with the retention of the tramway system in Melbourne". Prepared by Graeme Turnbull of the RMIT Transport Research Centre. Has an Abstract, Conclusion, Acknowledgements, References and a list of Other Papers. Report looks at the 1950's and 1960's closure of tramway systems worldwide, the influence of Robert Risson, the closure of Brisbane including the lost of 65 trams inn 1962 and the 1969 closure of the system.trams, tramways, brisbane, melbourne, closure, history, reports, tramways
