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Ithacan Historical SocietyAdministrative record, IPS Minute Book, 6 August 1985 to 4 October 1994
... ...societies greek communities...Society from 6 August 1985 to 4 October 1994. The minutes are written in Greek except for one meeting held on the 17 November when the minutes were typed in English. Subsequent meetings which were held from 5 July 1994 to 7 September 1994 were also in English. The minutes are important because they are a record of the club's activities and its decisions and directions that occurred during that period. minute books ithaca ithacan philanthropic society societies greek communities On the green cloth cover: MINUTES BOOK/OF THE ITHACAN PHILANTHROPIC SOCIETY/(THE ULYSSES)/329 ELIZABETH STREET, MELBOURNE A foolscap size bound book with a tan suede leather binding on the spine and corners with grey decorative edges and red marbled cover and a red label on the spine with 'Minute Book' printed on it. ...The minute book is a record of the activities of the Ithacan Philanthropic Society from 6 August 1985 to 4 October 1994. The minutes are written in Greek except for one meeting held on the 17 November when the minutes were typed in English. Subsequent meetings which were held from 5 July 1994 to 7 September 1994 were also in English.The minutes are important because they are a record of the club's activities and its decisions and directions that occurred during that period.A foolscap size bound book with a tan suede leather binding on the spine and corners with grey decorative edges and red marbled cover and a red label on the spine with 'Minute Book' printed on it. There is blue printed marbled paper on the front and back inside covers and blue and pink marbling around the edges of the pages. A loose green cloth cover is folded over the book. Two white stickers are on the cloth cover.On the green cloth cover: MINUTES BOOK/OF THE ITHACAN PHILANTHROPIC SOCIETY/(THE ULYSSES)/329 ELIZABETH STREET, MELBOURNE minute books, ithaca, ithacan philanthropic society, societies greek communities -
Ithacan Historical SocietyPhotograph, Progress Photos, Angelos Lekatsas (Lucas), 1957
... Ioannis and Andreas were founding members of the IPS and Angelos was the second president of the Society between 1924.-1926. Angelos was also president of the Greek Community of Melbourne and Victoria for three terms, from 1930-32, 1934-40 and 1949-52....Ioannis and Andreas were founding members of the IPS and Angelos was the second president of the Society between 1924.-1926. Angelos was also president of the Greek Community of Melbourne and Victoria for three terms, from 1930-32, 1934-40 and 1949-52. ...The two men photographer are Angelos Lucas and Rev. Patsogiannis. Angelos arrived in Australia around the turn of century shortly after his brothers, Ioannis and Andreas. They owned the Lucas Cafe under the clocks of Flinders Street Station and the business remained in the family till the 1960s. Ioannis and Andreas were founding members of the IPS and Angelos was the second president of the Society between 1924.-1926. Angelos was also president of the Greek Community of Melbourne and Victoria for three terms, from 1930-32, 1934-40 and 1949-52.The Lekatsas brothers were prominent members of Greek community life in Melbourne from the early 1900s.A black and white portrait photograph of two men. One is a priest ands the other man is wearing a dinner suit. -
Ithacan Historical SocietyPhotograph, An Ithacan and a Kazzie
... Society. Helen's parents were from the island of Kastellorizo. Sia's son Ross and Helen's daughter Chrisanthi (Cynthia) married. In the early days of Greek migration the Ithacans and the Kastellorizians were two of the largest Greeks communities in Melbourne. ...The two ladies in the photograph are Sia Andrews and Helen Koutsoukis at a social function at the Ithacan club rooms. Sia, a second generation Ithacan, was the first woman president of the Ithacan Philanthropic Society. Helen's parents were from the island of Kastellorizo. Sia's son Ross and Helen's daughter Chrisanthi (Cynthia) married. In the early days of Greek migration the Ithacans and the Kastellorizians were two of the largest Greeks communities in Melbourne. The children of this first wave of immigrants, such as Sia and Helen, developed close friendship through Greek school and various cultural celebrations and social connections. A coloured photograph of two ladies at a social function. They are both wearing name tags. -
Ithacan Historical SocietyPhotograph, Ithacan Dance Group, Antipodes Festival, Early 2000s
... Greek Community Antipodes Festival in Lonsdale Street Melbourne some time in thein the late 1990s. The dancers are wearing the traditional Ithacan costume. Pictured from L-R: Andrianna Bisas, Nicoletta ?, Emilia Calinikos, Eleni Tsalikis, Yianni Callinikos, unknown, Kristina Tsalikis. Olga who is of Ithacan descent, danced for a number of years in Athens for the Dora Stratou Dance Group which is renown for its traditional dance performances and costumes representing the various regions of Greece. Olga also taught Greek dance in Melbourne across the Greek and Australian community. The Ithacan Philanthropic Society ...The Ithacan dance group, taught by Olga Black, were performing at the annual Greek Community Antipodes Festival in Lonsdale Street Melbourne some time in thein the late 1990s. The dancers are wearing the traditional Ithacan costume. Pictured from L-R: Andrianna Bisas, Nicoletta ?, Emilia Calinikos, Eleni Tsalikis, Yianni Callinikos, unknown, Kristina Tsalikis. Olga who is of Ithacan descent, danced for a number of years in Athens for the Dora Stratou Dance Group which is renown for its traditional dance performances and costumes representing the various regions of Greece. Olga also taught Greek dance in Melbourne across the Greek and Australian community. The Ithacan Philanthropic Society has supported the teaching of traditional Greek dancing over the years and the Ithacan dance ensembles have performed at a variety of functions. A coloured photograph of seven young people dressed in traditional Ithacan costume dancing on an open air stage in a street. -
Ithacan Historical SocietyPhotograph, Nina Black (Mavrokefalos)
... Her father was a founding member of the Society and her mother was President of the first Greek women's committee established in Melbourne in 1917, the Greek Women's Organisation. Nina was well known for her contribution to Greek community...Her father was a founding member of the Society and her mother was President of the first Greek women's committee established in Melbourne in 1917, the Greek Women's Organisation. Nina was well known for her contribution to Greek community ...The portrait photograph is of Nina (Regina) Black (Mavrokefalos). Nina is the first born of Constantine and Efstathia (Toula) Mavrokefalou. Her father was a founding member of the Society and her mother was President of the first Greek women's committee established in Melbourne in 1917, the Greek Women's Organisation. Nina was well known for her contribution to Greek community life. Nina was a member of Ladies' Auxiliary of the IPS in the 1950s and held the position of treasurer. Nina was also a member of AHEPA and the first president of the Daughters of Penelope. She taught Greek at the Greek Community school as well as to non-Greeks at the Council of Adult Education. Nina also performed in Greek theatrical productions and taught Greek dance to Greeks and non-Greeks. In 1985 Nina Black received the Hellenic Distinction Award for her contribution to Greek language and cultural pursuits in Australia and during the Bicentennial celebrations (1988) she was honoured by the Australian Government for achievements in the wider Australian community. A studio photograph of a head and shoulders profile of a young lady. She is wearing a cameo brooch at her neck. culture -
Ithacan Historical SocietyPhotograph, Toula Kandiliotis and Eutichia Drakopoulos, 1950
... During the 1940s through to the 1960s Grecian balls were organised by the Greek Orthodox Community of Melbourne. The Ithacan Philanthropic Society also conducted annual balls, the first being held in April 1918. ...The two young women pictured at a Grecian Ball are Dimitra (Toula) Kandilotis (nee Makris) and Eutichia Drakopoulos (nee Vlassopoulos, Kioukiouris).During the 1940s through to the 1960s Grecian balls were organised by the Greek Orthodox Community of Melbourne. The Ithacan Philanthropic Society also conducted annual balls, the first being held in April 1918. The balls were were a much anticipated social event. Debutantes were also presented at the both the Grecian and Ithacan balls, very much a tradition adopted from Melbourne's Anglo-Australian society. A black and white photograph of a head and shoulders view of two young women in evening dress. They both have flowers in their hair. -
Ithacan Historical SocietyPhotograph, Stathi Vlassopoulos, c1930s
... Stathi Vlass was very active in Greek community affairs and was secretary of Melbourne's Greek Community and president of the Ithacan Philanthropic Society from 1957 to 1959, during which time he lead the building of Ithaca House in Elizabeth Street. ...Photographed is Stathi (Efstathios) Vlassopoulos (Vlass) (Kopela) arrived in Melbourne in 1932 and headed to Mildura where his father Dimitrios Vlassopoulos, was established. From there he moved to Hopetoun and operated his own cafe business. He later returned to Melbourne where operated the Metro Cafe in Swanston Street, Melbourne. He sent the photograph to his Aunt Anastasia (Tasia Raftopoulos-Florence) who was living in the village of Platrithia on the island of Ithaca in Greece.Stathi Vlass was very active in Greek community affairs and was secretary of Melbourne's Greek Community and president of the Ithacan Philanthropic Society from 1957 to 1959, during which time he lead the building of Ithaca House in Elizabeth Street. He also published the first daily Greek newspaper 'Ta Nea' in Melbourne. A studio sepia photograph with a cream border in post card format of a smartly dressed man,who is wearing a double breasted suit and standing beside a chair. A message is written in Greek on the back of the photograph.Translated from the Greek: To my dearest Thea Anastasia/ A memento of love/rom your nephew/ E.D./ Vlassopoulos.vlass -
Ithacan Historical SocietyPhotograph, Angelos Lucas & family, 1937
... Angelos was the second president of the Society between 1924.-1926. He was also president of the Greek Community of Melbourne and Victoria for three terms, from 1930-32, 1934-40 and 1949-52. ...Angelos was the second president of the Society between 1924.-1926. He was also president of the Greek Community of Melbourne and Victoria for three terms, from 1930-32, 1934-40 and 1949-52. ...The picture is of Angelos Lekatsas (Lucas), his wife and three sons. Angelos was the second president of the Society between 1924.-1926. He was also president of the Greek Community of Melbourne and Victoria for three terms, from 1930-32, 1934-40 and 1949-52. Angelos arrived in Australia around the turn of century shortly after his brothers, Ioannis and Andreas. They owned the Lucas Cafe under the clocks of Flinders Street Station and the business remained in the family till the 1960s. A black and white photograph of a family outdoors. The three boys are sitting on a fallen tree trunk and the parents are standing behind them. -
Ithacan Historical SocietyPhotograph, Thalia Lucas (Lekatsas ), Late 1940s
... Thalia was the wife of Angelos Lucas (Lekatsas) who was very active in the Greek and Ithacan communities. Angelos was president of the Ithacan Philanthropic Society from 1924 - 1926 and president of Greek Community of Melbourne and Victoria for three terms from 1930-32, 1934-40 and 1949-52. ...Thalia was the wife of Angelos Lucas (Lekatsas) who was very active in the Greek and Ithacan communities. Angelos was president of the Ithacan Philanthropic Society from 1924 - 1926 and president of Greek Community of Melbourne and Victoria for three terms from 1930-32, 1934-40 and 1949-52. ...Thalia was the wife of Angelos Lucas (Lekatsas) who was very active in the Greek and Ithacan communities. Angelos was president of the Ithacan Philanthropic Society from 1924 - 1926 and president of Greek Community of Melbourne and Victoria for three terms from 1930-32, 1934-40 and 1949-52. A black and white photograph of a head and shoulders photograph of Mrs.Thalia Lucas (Lekatsas) wife of Angelos Lekatsas, hatless with short bobbed hair. She is wearing a fur coat and around her neck is a cross on a chain. -
Ithacan Historical Society
Administrative record, IPS Minute Book, October 1916 to January 1928
... Greek than English. The first minute book has a record of the inaugural meeting of the Ithacan Philanthropic Society in October 1916 and subsequent meetings until January 1927. Through these records it is possible to gain information about the club's philanthropic objectives, its members and activities during those early decades of the twentieth century. The records also provide an insight into the settlement in Melbourne of Ithacan Greek community ...The minute book was compiled by committee members of the Ithacan Philanthropic Society and is a record of the club's activities from its inception in October 1916 to January 1927. The entries are written in the Greek language as most of the members of then committee during the club's early were more fluent in Greek than English.The first minute book has a record of the inaugural meeting of the Ithacan Philanthropic Society in October 1916 and subsequent meetings until January 1927. Through these records it is possible to gain information about the club's philanthropic objectives, its members and activities during those early decades of the twentieth century. The records also provide an insight into the settlement in Melbourne of Ithacan Greek community and the settlers' determination to succeed in their adopted country while retaining the ties with their homeland. A foolscap size bound book with a tan leather binding and green marbled cloth on the front and back covers. The four corners have been finished in tan leather. There is a white label with blue borders stuck on the top of the fron cover. The inside front and back covers have been finished with mauve, blue and white marbled paper. White cotton cloth tape is along the inner side of the back and front binding. there are 472 pages in the book.On the spine in gold on a red background: MINUTE/BOOK -
Ithacan Historical Society
Administrative record, IPS Minute Book, July 1944 - April 1955
... Society from July 1944 to April 1955. The minutes are written in Greek. The minutes recorded provide an insight into the decisions of the Executive Committee and philanthropic activities of the club and its activities within the Ithacan community in Melbourne during the closing years of World War II and the immediate post-war years. ithaca ww2 A foolscap size bound minute book with leather binding on the spine and brown leather corners. ...The minute book is a record of the meetings of the Executive Committee of the Ithacan Philanthropic Society from July 1944 to April 1955. The minutes are written in Greek. The minutes recorded provide an insight into the decisions of the Executive Committee and philanthropic activities of the club and its activities within the Ithacan community in Melbourne during the closing years of World War II and the immediate post-war years. A foolscap size bound minute book with leather binding on the spine and brown leather corners. There is green cloth on the covers with blue marbled paper on the inside covers and white cotton tape reinforcing the inside of the cover. The pages on the outside edges are red. Number 3 has been written in black on the front and there are two white labels stuck on the front cover. ithaca, ww2 -
Ithacan Historical Society
Administrative record, IPS Minute Book, December 1994 - July 2001
... Society from December 1994 to July 2001. Unlike some of the earlier minute books from the club, most of the recent entries are written in English. The change in writing the minutes in English is an indication that the club's membership is made up of second generation Australian born Ithacans, who although have an understanding of Greek, their first language is English. This also indicates a change in the club's membership from 1916 when the members were Greek immigrants and their first language was Greek. minute books ithacan philanthropic society ithaca societies greek community ...The minute book is a record of the activities of the Ithacan Philanthropic Society from December 1994 to July 2001. Unlike some of the earlier minute books from the club, most of the recent entries are written in English.The change in writing the minutes in English is an indication that the club's membership is made up of second generation Australian born Ithacans, who although have an understanding of Greek, their first language is English. This also indicates a change in the club's membership from 1916 when the members were Greek immigrants and their first language was Greek.A foolscap size bound ledger with tan suede binding on the spine and corners with a lotus border along the edges. The cover is red with tan marbled pattern. Plain blue paper is on the inner front and back covers. The red label on the spine has the words 'Collins Minutes 4394' printed in gold. There is green and grey marbling around the edges of the pages.On the spine : COLLINS/ MINUTES/4394 Written on a white label along the side of the front cover: IPS MINUTES/ DEC 1994 -/ JULY 2001.minute books, ithacan philanthropic society, ithaca, societies, greek community. -
Ithacan Historical Society
Administrative record, IPS Minute Book, 6 August 2001 to 12 November 2007
... Society for six years from 6 August 2001 to 12 November 2007. The earlier entries have been handwritten while the later ones have been typed. The minute book which covered the years from 2001 to 2007 clearly indicate that although the members are of Ithacan descent their first language is English although many of the members have an understanding of Greek.The book is also a record of the social and philanthropic activities of Melbourne's Ithacan Community. minute books ithacan philanthropic society ithaca societies greek community Written on the white label: IPS MINUTE BOOK/ FROM/ 6 AUGUST 2001/ UP TO AND INCLUDING / 12 NOVEMBER 2004. ...The minute book is a record of the activities of the Ithacan Philanthropic Society for six years from 6 August 2001 to 12 November 2007. The earlier entries have been handwritten while the later ones have been typed. The minute book which covered the years from 2001 to 2007 clearly indicate that although the members are of Ithacan descent their first language is English although many of the members have an understanding of Greek.The book is also a record of the social and philanthropic activities of Melbourne's Ithacan Community.A foolscap size bound ledger with tan suede binding on the spine and corners with a grey lotus border along the edges. The cover is red with a tan marbled pattern. Blue strippled pattern is around the pages on 3 sides. The red label on the spine has the words 'Collins Minutes 4394' printed in gold. Black stripes are across the spine. A white label has been stuck on the top left hand side of the cover. Written on the white label: IPS MINUTE BOOK/ FROM/ 6 AUGUST 2001/ UP TO AND INCLUDING / 12 NOVEMBER 2004.minute books, ithacan philanthropic society, ithaca, societies, greek community -
Ithacan Historical SocietyPhotograph, Greek scouts Box Hill, c1970s
... Greek Community from the eastern suburbs of Melbourne established a scout group in Box Hill. The group functioned until the late 1980s. The photograph was taken when the Governor came to inspect the group. Sotiri Sikiotis, former Treasurer and Honorary Life Member of the Ithacan Philanthropic Society ...The Greek Community from the eastern suburbs of Melbourne established a scout group in Box Hill. The group functioned until the late 1980s. The photograph was taken when the Governor came to inspect the group. Sotiri Sikiotis, former Treasurer and Honorary Life Member of the Ithacan Philanthropic Society was actively involved in Melbourne's Greek scout movement and was on the committee of the first Melbourne 1st Greek Scout Group.A coloured photograph of a guard-of-honour comprising of a scout group being inspected by a visiting dignitary . -
Ithacan Historical SocietyPhotograph, Greek National Day, 25 March 1961
... Seated in the front row second from the left with other dignitaries is Stathi Vlass who was Secretary of Melbourne's Greek Community during the 60s. He was also president of the Ithacan Philanthropic Society 1957 - 1959. ...Seated in the front row second from the left with other dignitaries is Stathi Vlass who was Secretary of Melbourne's Greek Community during the 60s. He was also president of the Ithacan Philanthropic Society 1957 - 1959. ...The photograph was taken at a gathering held at the Victoria Theatre in Victoria Street Richmond in 1961. The function was held to celebrate 25th March Greek National Day. Seated in the front row second from the left with other dignitaries is Stathi Vlass who was Secretary of Melbourne's Greek Community during the 60s. He was also president of the Ithacan Philanthropic Society 1957 - 1959. Fifth from the left is Stathi's uncle, Spiros Raftopoulos who was the President of the Greek Returned Soldiers. Important national days for the Greek community are the 25 March and 28 October. 25 March commemorates the start of the Greek Revolution of 1821; it honors the Greeks' fight for freedom after being occupied by the Ottoman Empire for over 400 years. The 28th of October, known as OXI day (NO day) commemorates the rejection by Greek Prime Minister Ioannis Metaxas of the ultimatum made by Italian dictator Benito Mussolini on 28 October 1940 with a resounding NO. Subsequently Italy invaded Greece but were successfully repelled by the Greeks, delivering one of the first allied victories. However, this was met with a forceful and immediate response when In April 1941 Germany invaded Greece. Greek resistance fighters — a combination of right and left wing partisan groups — mounted a sustained guerrilla war throughout the 4 year occupation. Greece suffered 400,000 casualties during the occupation.A copied black and white photograph of a group of people seated in a large auditorium. CELEBRATION OF THE GREEK NATIONAL DAY HELD IN THE VICTORIA THEATRE/ VICTORIA ST. RICHMOND IN 1661(incorrect date) vlassopoulos -
Ithacan Historical SocietyPhotograph, Debutante ball, c 1953
... Greek Orthodox Community of Melbourne Grecian Ball. The Grecian Ball was a very popular annual event during the 40- 60s with debutantes being a feature. In the late 1960s the Ithacan Philanthropic Society...Greek Orthodox Community of Melbourne Grecian Ball. The Grecian Ball was a very popular annual event during the 40- 60s with debutantes being a feature. In the late 1960s the Ithacan Philanthropic Society ...A debutante group presented at a Greek Orthodox Community of Melbourne Grecian Ball. The Grecian Ball was a very popular annual event during the 40- 60s with debutantes being a feature. In the late 1960s the Ithacan Philanthropic Society conducted its own debutante balls. Debutante balls fell out of fashion for a period of time but were back in favour in the 80s and 90s. The presentation of debutantes at Greek balls was evidence of the adoption of Anglo traditions within Melbourne's Greek community.A black and white photograph of a debutante group made up of twelve debs and their partners. The photograph has been mounted on white cardboard and the Ithacan Historical Society stamp in printed on the top RH corner of the backing board. vlassopoulos, jim -
Ithacan Historical SocietyPhotograph, Ithaca Earthquake, 1953
... Greece's Heptanesian group of islands located in the Ionian Sea. Many towns and villages were left uninhabitable and resulted in another wave of Ithacan migration to Australia. The Ithacan Philanthropic Society initiated an Earthquake Appeal which was generously supported by Melbourne's Ithacan community, all of whom were affected by the earthquakes in one way or another. ...In 1953 an major earthquake caused catastrophic damage across the islands of Ithaca and Cephalonia, which are part of Greece's Heptanesian group of islands located in the Ionian Sea. Many towns and villages were left uninhabitable and resulted in another wave of Ithacan migration to Australia. The Ithacan Philanthropic Society initiated an Earthquake Appeal which was generously supported by Melbourne's Ithacan community, all of whom were affected by the earthquakes in one way or another.A black and white photograph of damage caused by an earthquake. The buildings which were built along the edge of a harbour have been ruined. There are mountains in the background. -
Ithacan Historical SocietyPhotograph, Philanthropy, c 1943 - 44
... Society joined other groups to collect funds for this worthy cause. Both ladies were very active in the community. Since it was established in 1917, the Ithacan Philanthropic Society has supported and continues to support many worthy causes both in Greece and Australia . ...Photographed from left, Evgenia Raftopoulos and Nina Black (Mavrokefalos) collecting money for the 1943 - 44 Lord Mayor's Bush Fire Appeal. The bush fires raged across Victoria and in particular in areas very close to Melbourne's rural fringe such as Beaumaris. Members of the Ithacan Philanthropic Society joined other groups to collect funds for this worthy cause. Both ladies were very active in the community. Since it was established in 1917, the Ithacan Philanthropic Society has supported and continues to support many worthy causes both in Greece and Australia . A black and white photograph of two ladies dressed in Greek national costume collecting money for a cause. A little child is putting money in one of the tins while a lady watches on. -
Ithacan Historical SocietyPhotograph, Social gathering, c 1920 - 1930s
... Society. The celebration depicted may have been a New Years Eve function. New Year's Eve celebrations were a very popular event through to the 1990s. Dances were popular social events for the Ithacan community and an opportunity for Ithacans to socialise and enjoy Greek music and dancing. ...The first official dance was held on April 23 1918, two years after the establishment of the Ithacan Philanthropic Society. The celebration depicted may have been a New Years Eve function. New Year's Eve celebrations were a very popular event through to the 1990s. Dances were popular social events for the Ithacan community and an opportunity for Ithacans to socialise and enjoy Greek music and dancing. A mounted sepia photograph of a crowd of people gathered for a celebration in a dance hall which has balloons hanging from the decorative ceiling. -
Ithacan Historical SocietyPhotograph, Ithacan picnic group, 1935
... Ithacans, as members of the Greek Orthodox Community, were directly involved in its establishment. A.J.Lucas the founding president of the Ithacan Philanthropic Society was one of a number of prominent Greeks who advanced funds to help with the purchase of the East Melbourne site upon which the church was built. ...The photograph was taken at an Ithacan picnic held at Mentone Racecourse in 1935. Members of the IPS Committee are pictured with their families together with two official guests, Father Theophylaktos Papathanasopoulos from the Melbourne Orthodox Parish, and Father Timotheos Evangelimides, the Archbishop of the Greek Church in Australia, both pictured standing in the centre of the group. Vicki Raftopoulos(Black) is seated 3rd from the left and Arthur Raftopoulos is standing 3rd from right and Stathi Trohoulas is standing far right. Melbourne's first Greek Orthodox Church 'Evangelismos' in Victoria Parade East Melbourne was consecrated in 1901. Ithacans, as members of the Greek Orthodox Community, were directly involved in its establishment. A.J.Lucas the founding president of the Ithacan Philanthropic Society was one of a number of prominent Greeks who advanced funds to help with the purchase of the East Melbourne site upon which the church was built. The building of the church was financed through the contributions of funds from the local Greek community.A black and white photograph mounted on grey board of a picnic group sitting and standing around a table set out with food and drinks under trees. A bus is parked and just visible behind the group. Detail of the people in the photograph and other information is written in Greek on the back of the pghotograph. -
Sunshine and District Historical Society IncorporatedPhotograph - Sydney Olympic Games Torchbearer - Ray Barry 2000 Photograph, Chris Scott, 6th April 2000
... Greece, across Oceania and throughout Australia before the opening of the Sydney Olympic Games. Over a period of 100 days, the relay visited more than 1,000 Australian communities and involved approximately 11,000 torchbearers selected in recognition of their achievements and contributions to society. ...Greece, across Oceania and throughout Australia before the opening of the Sydney Olympic Games. Over a period of 100 days, the relay visited more than 1,000 Australian communities and involved approximately 11,000 torchbearers selected in recognition of their achievements and contributions to society. ...This photograph, taken by The Advocate in 2000, features Ray Barry, a 2000 Olympic Games Torch Relay torchbearer preparing for his leg of the relay. The Sydney 2000 Olympic Torch Relay carried the Olympic flame from Olympia, Greece, across Oceania and throughout Australia before the opening of the Sydney Olympic Games. Over a period of 100 days, the relay visited more than 1,000 Australian communities and involved approximately 11,000 torchbearers selected in recognition of their achievements and contributions to society. The relay was intended to unite communities and share the spirit of the Olympic Games across the nation, culminating in the lighting of the Olympic cauldron by Cathy Freeman at the Opening Ceremony in Sydney. The 2000 Olympic Torch Relay pass through Deer Park, Ardeer, Sunshine, Braybrook and Maidstone on the 29th July 2000, day 52 of the relay.Being chosen as a torchbearer in the 2000 Olympic Torch Relay was a prestigious honour that recognised an individual's contribution to their community and their embodiment of the Olympic values of excellence, friendship and respect.7785 - Sydney Olympic Games Torchbearer - Ray Barry 2000 Photograph (Advocate 185.1).JPG -
Sunshine and District Historical Society IncorporatedPhotograph - City of Brimbank Sydney Olympic Games Torchbearers, Chris Scott, 29th July 2000
... community service and contribution to society. The images also capture spectators lining the streets, proudly waving Australian flags as they gathered to watch the relay pass by, despite the cold conditions of a Melbourne winter night. The Sydney 2000 Olympic Torch Relay carried the Olympic flame from Olympia, Greece...community service and contribution to society. The images also capture spectators lining the streets, proudly waving Australian flags as they gathered to watch the relay pass by, despite the cold conditions of a Melbourne winter night. The Sydney 2000 Olympic Torch Relay carried the Olympic flame from Olympia, Greece ...These photographs, taken by The Advocate in 2000, feature several torchbearers participating in the Sydney 2000 Olympic Torch Relay as it passed through the City of Brimbank. The images capture participants carrying the Olympic flame during their designated leg of the relay, an honour bestowed upon individuals in recognition of their achievements, community service and contribution to society. The images also capture spectators lining the streets, proudly waving Australian flags as they gathered to watch the relay pass by, despite the cold conditions of a Melbourne winter night. The Sydney 2000 Olympic Torch Relay carried the Olympic flame from Olympia, Greece, across Oceania and throughout Australia before the opening of the Sydney Olympic Games. Over a period of 100 days, the relay visited more than 1,000 Australian communities and involved approximately 11,000 torchbearers selected in recognition of their achievements and contributions to society. The relay was intended to unite communities and share the spirit of the Olympic Games across the nation, culminating in the lighting of the Olympic cauldron by Cathy Freeman at the Opening Ceremony in Sydney. The 2000 Olympic Torch Relay pass through Deer Park, Ardeer, Sunshine, Braybrook and Maidstone on the 29th July 2000, day 52 of the relay.Being chosen as a torchbearer in the 2000 Olympic Torch Relay was a prestigious honour that recognised an individual's contribution to their community and their embodiment of the Olympic values of excellence, friendship and respect.7787.01 - Sydney Olympic Games Torchbearer (Advocate 474.1) - Scott Taylor.JPG Scott Taylor 7787.02 - Sydney Olympic Games Torchbearer (Advocate 474.1) - Scott Taylor.JPG Scott Taylor 7787.03 - Sydney Olympic Games Torchbearer (Advocate 474.1) - Scott Taylor.JPG Scott Taylor 7787.04 - Sydney Olympic Games Torchbearer (Advocate 474.1) - Raymond Barry.JPG Raymond Barry 7787.05 - Sydney Olympic Games Torchbearer (Advocate 474.1) - Raymond Barry.JPG Raymond Barry 7787.06 - Sydney Olympic Games Torchbearer (Advocate 474.1) - Raymond Barry.JPG Raymond Barry 7787.07 - Sydney Olympic Games Torchbearer (Advocate 474.1) - Craig Brangrove.JPG Craig Brangrove 7787.08 - Sydney Olympic Games Torchbearer (Advocate 474.1) - Craig Brangrove.JPG Craig Brangrove 7787.09 - Sydney Olympic Games Torchbearer (Advocate 474.1) - Craig Brangrove.JPG Craig Brangrove 7787.10 - Sydney Olympic Games Torchbearer (Advocate 474.1) - Mike Kizan.JPG Mike Kizan 7787.11 - Sydney Olympic Games Torchbearer (Advocate 474.1) - Mike Kizan.JPG Mike Kizan 7787.12 - Sydney Olympic Games Torchbearer (Advocate 474.1) - Mike Kizan.JPG Mike Kizan 7787.13 - Sydney Olympic Games Torchbearer (Advocate 474.1) - Colin Turner.JPG Colin Turner 7787.14 - Sydney Olympic Games Torchbearer (Advocate 474.1) - Colin Turner.JPG Colin Turner 7787.15 - Sydney Olympic Games Torchbearer (Advocate 474.1) - Colin Turner.JPG Colin Turner 7787.16 - Sydney Olympic Games Torchbearer (Advocate 474.1) - Unknown.JPG Unknown 7787.17 - Sydney Olympic Games Torchbearer (Advocate 474.1) - Unknown.JPG Unknown 7787.18 - Sydney Olympic Games Torchbearer (Advocate 474.1) - Unknown.JPG Unknown 7787.19 - Sydney Olympic Games Torch Crowd (Advocate 474.1).JPG 7787.20 - Sydney Olympic Games Torch Crowd (Advocate 474.1).JPG 7787.21 - Sydney Olympic Games Torch Crowd (Advocate 474.1).JPG 7787.22 - Sydney Olympic Games Torch Crowd (Advocate 474.1).JPG 7787.23 - Sydney Olympic Games Torch Crowd (Advocate 474.1).JPG 7787.24 - Sydney Olympic Games Torch Crowd (Advocate 474.1).JPG -
Sunshine and District Historical Society IncorporatedPhotograph - Sydney Olympic Games Torchbearers Civic Reception 2000 Photographs, Ted Kloszynski, 17th July 2000
... Greece, across Oceania and throughout Australia before the opening of the Sydney Olympic Games. Over a period of 100 days, the relay visited more than 1,000 Australian communities and involved approximately 11,000 torchbearers selected in recognition of their achievements and contributions to society. ...Greece, across Oceania and throughout Australia before the opening of the Sydney Olympic Games. Over a period of 100 days, the relay visited more than 1,000 Australian communities and involved approximately 11,000 torchbearers selected in recognition of their achievements and contributions to society. ...These photographs, taken by The Advocate in 2000, feature a number of the 2000 Olympic Games Torch Relay torchbearers attending the City of Brimbank Civic Reception held at the Deer Park Hotel, 760 Ballarat Road, Deer Park. Featured in the images include Ray Barry, Alexandra Hammer, Tony Mifsud, Christina Kalaitzis, John Forbes, Skye Henderson, Barry Belly, Katherine Micalizzi, Vanessa Crawford, Juanita Frantz & City of Brimbank Mayor Cr. Charlie Apap. The Sydney 2000 Olympic Torch Relay carried the Olympic flame from Olympia, Greece, across Oceania and throughout Australia before the opening of the Sydney Olympic Games. Over a period of 100 days, the relay visited more than 1,000 Australian communities and involved approximately 11,000 torchbearers selected in recognition of their achievements and contributions to society. The relay was intended to unite communities and share the spirit of the Olympic Games across the nation, culminating in the lighting of the Olympic cauldron by Cathy Freeman at the Opening Ceremony in Sydney. The 2000 Olympic Torch Relay pass through Deer Park, Ardeer, Sunshine, Braybrook and Maidstone on the 29th July 2000, day 52 of the relay.Being chosen as a torchbearer in the 2000 Olympic Torch Relay was a prestigious honour that recognised an individual's contribution to their community and their embodiment of the Olympic values of excellence, friendship and respect.7786.01 - Sydney Olympic Games Torchbearers Civic Reception 2000 Photographs (Advocate 390.1).JPG 7786.02 - Sydney Olympic Games Torchbearers Civic Reception 2000 Photographs (Advocate 390.1).JPG 7786.03 - Sydney Olympic Games Torchbearers Civic Reception 2000 Photographs (Advocate 390.1).JPG 7786.04 - Sydney Olympic Games Torchbearers Civic Reception 2000 Photographs (Advocate 390.1).JPG 7786.05 - Sydney Olympic Games Torchbearers Civic Reception 2000 Photographs (Advocate 390.1).JPGdeer park hotel, ballarat road, deer park -
Sunshine and District Historical Society IncorporatedPhotograph - Sydney Olympic Games Torchbearers Preparing For The Relay 2000 Photographs, John Edwards, 22nd July 2000
... Greece, across Oceania and throughout Australia before the opening of the Sydney Olympic Games. Over a period of 100 days, the relay visited more than 1,000 Australian communities and involved approximately 11,000 torchbearers selected in recognition of their achievements and contributions to society. ...Greece, across Oceania and throughout Australia before the opening of the Sydney Olympic Games. Over a period of 100 days, the relay visited more than 1,000 Australian communities and involved approximately 11,000 torchbearers selected in recognition of their achievements and contributions to society. ...These photographs, taken by The Advocate in 2000, feature a number of the 2000 Olympic Games Torch Relay torchbearers preparing for their leg of the relay. The photographs include Christina Kalaitzis, Tony Mifsud, Skye Henderson, John Forbes, Juanita Frantz & City of Brimbank Mayor Cr. Charlie Apap. The Sydney 2000 Olympic Torch Relay carried the Olympic flame from Olympia, Greece, across Oceania and throughout Australia before the opening of the Sydney Olympic Games. Over a period of 100 days, the relay visited more than 1,000 Australian communities and involved approximately 11,000 torchbearers selected in recognition of their achievements and contributions to society. The relay was intended to unite communities and share the spirit of the Olympic Games across the nation, culminating in the lighting of the Olympic cauldron by Cathy Freeman at the Opening Ceremony in Sydney. The 2000 Olympic Torch Relay pass through Deer Park, Ardeer, Sunshine, Braybrook and Maidstone on the 29th July 2000, day 52 of the relay.Being chosen as a torchbearer in the 2000 Olympic Torch Relay was a prestigious honour that recognised an individual's contribution to their community and their embodiment of the Olympic values of excellence, friendship and respect.7784.01 - Sydney Olympic Games Torchbearers Preparing For The Relay 2000 Photographs (Advocate 333).JPG 7784.02 - Sydney Olympic Games Torchbearers Preparing For The Relay 2000 Photographs (Advocate 333).JPG 7784.03 - Sydney Olympic Games Torchbearers Preparing For The Relay 2000 Photographs (Advocate 333).JPGbunnings, ballarat road, sunshine north
