A large collection of photographs and documents relating to the Spaldings factory in Sunshine. These items were given to the Sunshine & District Historical Society Inc. at a reunion of ex employees of Spaldings held 24th October 2002.Footscray Industrial Cricket Association Spalding Cricket Team Premiers "B" Grade Season 1936-37 Team Photograpth|Back Row R. Smith, D. Harris, C. Batties, F. O'Brien, W. Porter, A. Ellis, G. Watkins|Sitting H. Davies (Scorer), A Scoles, S. Robinson (Captain), E. Newell (Chairman), A. Farrell (Vice Captain), E. Hutson, H. Farrell (Secretary)|Front Row J. Woods, C. Harbottle , J. Tyrellspaldings cricket club, cricket, team photograph

Sporting clubs play a crucial role in shaping strong, connected communities. They go beyond just fostering athletic talent, they create spaces where people of all ages and backgrounds can come together, bond, and build a shared sense of identity. Here's why they matter so much. Social Connection Physical & mental well-being Community pride & identity Support for youth & development Economic impact In 2025, this exhibition was displayed at the Sunshine Library. It consisted of number of photographs of the districts long-gone sporting teams, clubs, uniforms and equipment. 5551.01 - Sunshine And District Historical Society Sporting Club And The Community 2025 Exhibition.jpg 5551.02 - Sunshine And District Historical Society Sporting Club And The Community 2025 Exhibition.jpg 5551.03 - Sunshine And District Historical Society Sporting Club And The Community 2025 Exhibition.jpg 5551.04 - Sunshine And District Historical Society Sporting Club And The Community 2025 Exhibition.jpg 5551.05 - Sunshine And District Historical Society Sporting Club And The Community 2025 Exhibition.jpg 5551.06 - Sunshine And District Historical Society Sporting Club And The Community 2025 Exhibition.jpg 5551.07 - Sunshine And District Historical Society Sporting Club And The Community 2025 Exhibition.jpg 5551.08 - Sunshine And District Historical Society Sporting Club And The Community 2025 Exhibition.jpg 5551.09 - Sunshine And District Historical Society Sporting Club And The Community 2025 Exhibition.jpgspaldings, sunshine harvester works golf club, r. j. rowe, sunshine potteries cricket club, albion cricket club, east sunshine cricket club, albert "bert" kevin davenport, dennis thornton