Table mats presented after a visit to Schwerkolt Cottage and Museum Complex by delegates from City of Whitehorse's sister city MatsudoSymbol of White horse City and City of Matsudo's friendshipTwo table mats presented to WHS by our sister city Matsudo. Number 1 shows Togo Tea House built in 1884 with the garden in the foreground with pots of chrysanthemums in many colours. An insert in the left hand bottom corner 'Whitehorse-Matsudo Sister Cities Celebrating Friendship'. With black circle on left side with a yellow and pink flower and 1971 on it. Number 2 is Named ' Pear Orchard' with background of green trees gold pears hanging from branches. Insert in left hand bottom corner as above.Whitehorse- Matsudo Sister Cities Celebrating Friendship.domestic items, food & drink consumption

Matsudo has been a sister city of Whitehorse since 1971. Based 20 kms from Tokyo Matsudo covers an area of 62 square kms and has a population of 482,000. Numerous citizen exchanges and visits occur particularly by Jaycees, scouts, guides Lions and sporting clubs. In 2016 the delegation of officials and community members visited the museum and Schwerkolt cottage then have a relaxed box lunch18 Coloured Photos of the visit to Whitehorse by representatives of the City of Matsudo Japan in the grounds of Schwerkolt Cottagewhitehorse council, matsudo, may, 2016

Invitation to a lunch on the 45th anniversary of Sister City of Matsudo with the City of Whitehorse.1 An invitation to 'Lunch on the Lawn' addressed to the donor from the Mayor Philip Daw which was held on Friday13 May 2010. The occasion was the 45th anniversary of the Matsudo sister city relationship with Whitehorse. . 2 A small square piece of origami included with the invitation, colours of green brown and yellow are used with a centre piece in brown with white spots.documents, invitations, philately, artwork

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Outrage expressed by four ratepayers regarding the Whitehorse Council's budgeting of $200,000 for a book to be written about the 50 year commemoration with its sister city, Matsudo in Japan.Outrage expressed by four ratepayers regarding the Whitehorse Council's budgeting of $200,000 for a book to be written about the 50 year commemoration with its sister city, Matsudo in Japan.matsudo, books, city of whitehorse

These cups come from Miura in Japan. Miura is the sister city of Warrnambool and is situated on the Miura Peninsula 50 kilometres south of Tokyo. It has a population of 56,000 people and is the centre of a fishing industry with some vegetable produce. The sister city ties with Warrnambool date from 1992 when the Warrnambool Miura Friendship Committee was formed and the cities share in cultural exchanges. These cups are of interest as a memento of the ties between the city of Warrnambool and the city of Miura in Japan. These white china cups come from Miura in Japan. They have the name ‘Miura’ in blue cursive script on one side and on the other side is a multi-coloured image of a boat with fish and fishermen. The cups also have Japanese writing on the bottom edge. Also with the cups is what looks like a receipt for the purchase of the cups in Japanese writing. ‘Miura’ warrnambool city council, miura, japan

Eurofest Choir photographs of events - concerts and birthdays. All pages are A4 size. a Collection of ten photographs from the occasion of the German Consul-General's visit to Bendigo 20 October 2000. Event was organised by the Bendigo Sister Cities Community Committee. Photographs show performances by various ethnic groups within the Bendigo community, including Eurofest Choir. b Five photographs on page show performances in 2004 to commemorate 50th anniversary of closure of the Mines and at Uniting Church, Forest Street. c Six photographs of Eurofest Choir that were published in the 'Bendigo Weekly'. d Five photographs of choir in concert at International Festival in Bendigo Town Hall 15 September 2007. e Ten photographs to celebrate the 80th birthday of choir member Heidi. f Twelve photographs of German Christmas Dinner 4 December 2009 with Eurofest dining and performing at BRIT restaurant. g Eleven photographs of Eurofest Choir performing at Multicultural Tucker Program 14 November 2007. h Five photographs (including four by Bendigo Advertiser) of Eurofest Choir performing in Civic Gardens during volunteers' day - date not recorded. Other two photographs are of carol singing 25 November and 5 December 2007. i Four photographs of Eurofest Ensemble and German Friendly Society at various events in Bendigo. a Printed section in middle of page about the event 'BRIT Restaurant& Function Centre and The President and Members of the Bendigo Sister Cities Community Committee Welcome you to the Dinner in Honour of German Consul-General's visit to Bendigo. Friday 20th October 2000.' b 'The Eurofest Choir performed at the Mines, to commemorate the closure of the Mines 50 years ago. December 2004' '30th November 2004 performance for United Church Care in Forest Street Bendigo. Liesbeth, Wayne, Margaret, Elfie, Julia, Judith, Shirley and Heidi.' c 'Eurofest Choir in festive mood for the photo, which was released in the Weekly' 'Elfie Willman, Wayne Blandtford, Eckehart Friessen, Liesbeth v Emmerik, Heidi Teague, Margaret Brown and Alan on piano Accordion' d 'Eurofest in concert at the International Festival in Bendigo Town Hall 15 September 2007' On right, Margaret, Heidi, Liesbeth and Trudie singing' e 'Eine Frohlich Geburtstag! Heidi, 5th January 1930-2010' 'On a balmy summer afternoon, we gathered with the Euro Fest Ensemble to celebrate Heidi's 80th Birthday, while Wayne added on an extra touch to the festive atmosphere with his piano accordion. Thank you for making it a memorable afternoon' 'A smiling Heidi cuts the cake in front of her guests' f 'German Christmas Dinner 4th December 2009' 'Euro fest Ensemble dining and performing at Brit Restaurant' g 'Eurofest Choir sang at the Multicultural Tucker Program, catered by the Ballarat German Austrian Association 14th November 2007' Central photograph of sign 'RESERVED (Bendigo Group)' h Central photograph 'On right - Courtesy Bendigo advertiser Photo: Trudi Tracksdorf, Heidi Teague, Marlene Borcher, Margaret Brown, Wayne Blandthorn, Liesbeth van Emmerik and Eckebart Friessen' On right 'Singing carols in a wonderful Christmas atmosphere 25th November 2007' 'MUSIC: The Eurofest Choir relaxes at the volunteers' day at the Bendigo Civic Gardens next to the Town Hall' '5th December 2007' i ' EUROFEST ENSEMBLE AND GERMAN FRIENDLY SOCIETY IN ACTION AROUND BENDIGO. Christmas break-up 2010. Carols in Anne Caudle Centre. Celebrating Heidi's Birthday in January 2011'german friendship society, germans in bendigo, heidi teague collection, eurofest, heidi teague, birthdays, christmas, concerts

The Riding of the Bounds was an annual event that took place in Berwick. It linked back to a centuries-old tradition in sister city Berwick upon Tweed, England. Riders followed a route through local streets and participate in ceremonies along the city's border. The Mayor would wave off riders from the local showgrounds with instructions to inspect the boundary with the neighbouring municipality. Once the ride was complete, the Marshall would report back to the Mayor that the boundaries were secure, and this would herald the commencement of the presentation ceremony. This re-enactment of the Berwick-Upon-Tweed Riding of the Bounds was filled with pomp and ceremony and many of the riders took the opportunity to dress in period costume in recognition of the history of this event. This information is from https://collection.casey.vic.gov.au/ Ribbon for City of Berwick Riding the Bounds 1989. Printed on white material with green ink. Has the City of Berwick coat of arms at the top of the ribbon. city of berwick, riding the bounds, city of berwick coat of arms, horses, berwick boundaries

The Riding of the Bounds was an annual event that took place in Berwick. It linked back to a centuries-old tradition in sister city Berwick upon Tweed, England. Riders followed a route through local streets and participate in ceremonies along the city's border. The Mayor would wave off riders from the local showgrounds with instructions to inspect the boundary with the neighbouring municipality. Once the ride was complete, the Marshall would report back to the Mayor that the boundaries were secure, and this would herald the commencement of the presentation ceremony. This re-enactment of the Berwick-Upon-Tweed Riding of the Bounds was filled with pomp and ceremony and many of the riders took the opportunity to dress in period costume in recognition of the history of this event. This information is from https://collection.casey.vic.gov.au/Ribbon for City of Berwick Riding the Bounds 199. Printed on white material with red ink. Has the City of Berwick coat of arms at the top of the ribbon.city of berwick, riding the bounds, city of berwick coat of arms, horses, berwick boundaries

The Riding of the Bounds was an annual event that took place in Berwick. It linked back to a centuries-old tradition in sister city Berwick upon Tweed, England. Riders followed a route through local streets and participate in ceremonies along the city's border. The Mayor would wave off riders from the local showgrounds with instructions to inspect the boundary with the neighbouring municipality. Once the ride was complete, the Marshall would report back to the Mayor that the boundaries were secure, and this would herald the commencement of the presentation ceremony. This re-enactment of the Berwick-Upon-Tweed Riding of the Bounds was filled with pomp and ceremony and many of the riders took the opportunity to dress in period costume in recognition of the history of this event. This information is from https://collection.casey.vic.gov.au/Ribbon for City of Berwick Riding the Bounds 19919. Printed on white material with blue ink. Has the City of Berwick coat of arms at the top of the ribbon.city of berwick, riding the bounds, city of berwick coat of arms, horses, berwick boundaries

The Riding of the Bounds was an annual event that took place in Berwick. It linked back to a centuries-old tradition in sister city Berwick upon Tweed, England. Riders followed a route through local streets and participate in ceremonies along the city's border. The Mayor would wave off riders from the local showgrounds with instructions to inspect the boundary with the neighbouring municipality. Once the ride was complete, the Marshall would report back to the Mayor that the boundaries were secure, and this would herald the commencement of the presentation ceremony. This re-enactment of the Berwick-Upon-Tweed Riding of the Bounds was filled with pomp and ceremony and many of the riders took the opportunity to dress in period costume in recognition of the history of this event. This information is from https://collection.casey.vic.gov.au/Ribbon for City of Berwick Riding the Bounds 1993. Printed on white material with red ink. Has the City of Berwick coat of arms at the top of the ribbon.city of berwick, riding the bounds, city of berwick coat of arms, horses, berwick boundaries

The Riding of the Bounds was an annual event that took place in Berwick. It linked back to a centuries-old tradition in sister city Berwick upon Tweed, England. Riders followed a route through local streets and participate in ceremonies along the city's border. The Mayor would wave off riders from the local showgrounds with instructions to inspect the boundary with the neighbouring municipality. Once the ride was complete, the Marshall would report back to the Mayor that the boundaries were secure, and this would herald the commencement of the presentation ceremony. This re-enactment of the Berwick-Upon-Tweed Riding of the Bounds was filled with pomp and ceremony and many of the riders took the opportunity to dress in period costume in recognition of the history of this event. This information is from https://collection.casey.vic.gov.au/Ribbon for City of Berwick Riding the Bounds 1992. Printed on white material with blue ink. Has the City of Berwick coat of arms at the top of the ribbon.city of berwick, riding the bounds, city of berwick coat of arms, horses, berwick boundaries

Yields information about the views of various letter writers, views of the Courier, union views, rehabilitation costs Geelong, public meetings, finances and protest action.Set of three Foolscap sheet of plain paper, with rounded corners, with 8 newspaper cuttings, concerning the mooted closure of the Ballarat Tram system 6 Feb to 9 Feb 1962. All from The Courier, unless noted otherwise. 1 - "Tram Men to ask for Transport Inquiry" - 6-2-62 - about the local Trades Hall supporting a enquiry into the trams - Secretary Mr. A C Williams, re public operated transport as well. 2 - "Bendigo Move" - 6-2-62 - notes that Bendigo Trades Hall people will be meeting with Mr. Bolte when he visits Bendigo. 3 - "Trolley Buses" - 7-2-62 - W J Parsons, re use of Trolley buses and Fare Boxes 4 - "Sister Cities" - 7-2-62 - work with Bendigo and notes Bolte visit to Bendigo 5 - "Costly Routes" - 8-2-62 - notes a DLP meeting and the better routes needed. 6 - "Sebastopol Delegate for Conference on Trams" - 9-2-62 - Mayor of Sebastopol, Cr F Wilson, to represent the Borough on trams. 7 - "Bolte Guarded" - 9-2-62 - could not receive the deputation while in Bendigo, talk to the Minister. 8 - "Tram v Bus" - 9-2-62 - reporting on the lack of buses in Geelong, not worth running services following a visit.closure, letter to the editor, editorial, sec, fares, geelong, atmoea, meetings, unions, trolley buses

This illuminated address was given to H.H.Smith, the Warrnambool Mayor, for his work with soldiers returning to Warrnambool and district during and after World War One. On the same occasion Smith was also given an armchair by the mothers, sisters and wives of Warrnambool returning soldiers. Henry Huntingdon Smith (1857-1941) started his own bakery business in 1885, firstly near the corner of Fairy and Koroit Streets and later building his own shop at the corner of Lava and Fairy Streets (Monaghans Pharmacy today). Smith was one of the most admired men in Warrnambool in the first half of the 20th century. He was a Warrnambool Councillor from 1918 to 1937 (Mayor for two terms) and served continuously on the Warrnambool Hospital Committee for 39 years. He visited patients at the Hospital twice a week. He took a particular interest in the welfare of returning soldiers and it was said that there was not a returned man or woman whom Smith did not greet on his return to the district. Smith also was a tireless worker for the Methodist Church as an office bearer and a Sunday School teacher. Smith was also Vice President in 1937 of the first Warrnambool & District Historical Society. This document is of particular interest as it is a good example of the type of illuminated address produced during the early years of the 20th century. It also shows clearly the respect and love that Warrnambool people had for Henry Smith, a great volunteer worker in the community. This is a piece of cream-coloured parchment paper with a margin ruled in black ink and handwriting in blue and black ink surrounded by red ornamental scrolls and flourishes. The paper has an address to H.H.Smith and is followed by 74 names and the date (1920). The paper is inserted into a piece of red leather cloth. This has folded edges and an ornamental gold pattern around the front edges and a gold border around the back edges. There are two holes at the top of the folder and these have metal surrounds. The backing folder is rounded at the top edges. ‘Warrnambool, 6th December 1919. To H.H. Smith Esq., Mayor of Warrnambool – We, the Mothers, Wives and Sisters of the Returned Soldiers of this City and District wish to express to you our deepest gratitude for your unswerving devotion to Our Boys interests during your long term as Secretary of the Welcome Home Committee’ (etc etc)henry huntingdon smith, world war one, history of warrnambool