Full length black robe with centre opening. Constructed from black polyester cotton fabric with black velvet edging and reverse. Black braid with silk tassels attached to sleeves and at back of robe.city of brighton, robe, ceremonial wear, r.w. bredin & son, town clerk, town clerk's robe

Full length black robe with centre opening. Constructed from black silk grosgrain with black velvet edging and reverse. Stitching visible where patches and tassels have been removed from the sleeves and at back of robe.city of brighton, robe, ceremonial wear, town clerk, town clerk's robe, ede and ravenscroft, brighton, mayoral regalia

Plain black knee length ceremonial robe, centre front opening with buttons and tucking/pleating on sleeves. Pleats on three quarter length sleeves; pleats kept in place by 3 sets of vertical ribbons (10cm in length) with a metal press button at each end. Pleated/gathered around back neckline.robe, ceremonial wear, town clerk, town clerk's robe, bayside, city of bayside, sandringham, brighton

Plain black three-quarter length ceremonial robe, centre front opening, pleated/gathered around collar. Pleats on three quarter length sleeves; pleats kept in place by 3 sets of vertical ribbons (10cm in length) with a plastic button at each end.robe, ceremonial wear, town clerk, town clerk's robe, bayside, city of bayside, sandringham, brighton, david lack

George John Mackley, Town ClerkBlack and white photograph of George Mackley Town Clerk in his robes and jabotpeople, local-government, mackley, town clerk

Formal portrait photograph of Edward C Crockford, Town Clerk wearing ceremonial robes and holding a bicorn hat. costume, local government - town of port melbourne, edward c crockford, town clerks

Group of debutantes and partners, Mayor, Cr. Kenneth McIntyre in robes and Mayoress Centre, Town Clerk, Andrew Walls in robes on left and his wife on right, Mayoral Ball 1962.B&w photodebutantes, mayoral balls, clothing and dress, box hill town hall, walls> andrew, walls> mrs, mcintyre> kenneth (cr.), mcintyre> betty (mrs.)

Four women talking to the Mayor, Cr. Proudfoot, at the north-west corner of the main hall, Box Hill Town Hall, Town Clerk, Andrew Walls in robes far right, 3 other women on a dais with the Mayor, far leftB&w photowomen's groups, mayoral functions, mayoress luncheons, town halls, box hill town hall, walls> andrew, proudfoot> cr., town clerks, clothing and dress

This photograph was given to Horace Lawson on the occasion of his retirement in 1918 as Town Clerk of Warrnambool. The photographs are of the Town Clerk, the Town Surveyor, the Mayor and Councillors in June 1918. The Mayor, William Swinton and the Town Clerk, Horace Lawson are in civic robes. Horace Lawson had a distinguished career as the Town Clerk of Warrnambool from 1893 to 1918 (which is actually 25 years, not 30 years as stated on the photograph). Lawson was a keen cyclist and a member of the Warrnambool Volunteer Army Corps. He left Warrnambool in 1918 to take up the position in Melbourne as Secretary of the Municipal Association of Victoria. The photographer, Arthur Jordan, working in Warrnambool at the end of the 19th century and in the early 20th century, was well-known, particularly for his photographs of civic affairs. This photograph is of considerable interest as it concerns the retirement of Horace Lawson, an influential and highly-respected municipal officer in Warrnambool at a time of great growth in the town/city.This is a black and white photograph in a wooden frame with a heavy card inset and glass covering. The glass is broken at the right hand corner. On the back is a wire piece for hanging the photograph. The photograph is of 14 men with the names and inscription included.Presented to Mr. H.E. Lawson by the Mayor & Councillors of the City of Warrnambool on his retirement from the position of Town Clerk after 30 years faithful service June 1918 A.Lavercombe Town Surveyor W.E.Downing 1917 F.J.Gill 1917 M.L.Carter 1917 W. Burleigh 1915 H.H.Smith 1917 H.E.Lawson Town Clerk W. Swinton Mayor 1903 R.P. Christian 1917 W.H. Haberfield 1917 C. Jukes 1917 J.D.Anderson 1913 J.D. McConnell 1914 F.T. Retford 1916 Arthur Jordan Wboolarthur jordan, horace lawson, william swinton, warrnambool councillors

Sepia photograph of male wearing robes and jacket. Male middle aged, balding, moustache. Photograph mounted on brown board with darker brown border. Inscriptions: on board - 'W Vincent Kelly, Bendigo'. History: James Lerk 8.6.2001 'William Honeybone, Town Clerk, Bendigo 1892 - 1923, taken c1905'W Vincent Kellyperson, individual, portrait male

Portland Town CouncilTwo framed black and white photographs. Left: T. Edward C. Henry Right: E. Noel T. Henry Head and shoulders wearing tweed suit, Wearing official looking robes, striped tie, round-rimmed glasses, dark-rimmed glasses. moustache.Front: Top centre: Town Clerks of Portland Bottom left: T. Edward C. Henry, LS, CE, Council Service - 1888 to 1946 Town Clerk - 1888 to 1938 Bottom right: E. Noel T. Henry, MBE, Hon F.I.M.A., JP, Council Service - 1917 to 1967 Town Clerk - 1938 to 1967 Bottom: A record of Municipal Service of 107½ years by father and son. Back: Yellow sticker, numbered 3004.portland town council, administration, local government, official portrait photography, civic photography

The Chinese Imperial Commissioner, Hwang How Cheng, visited Australia at the request of the Chinese Emperor for the purpose of establishing Chinese consulates in the Commonwealth. He visited Ballarat at the request of Ballarat’s Chinese community. The newspaper reported that it was hoped the Commissioner would visit the Ballarat School of Mines “where the knowledge he would get would probably be of the utmost usefulness in the development of the great resources of China.” The Commissioner was accompanied by interpreter Ah Ket (Melbourne barrister and solicitor), and met by members of Ballarat’s Chinese community, including Dr Wong Chock Son. Apparently the Chinese Commissioner wanted to visit SMB because of its international fame relating to education in mining. From the SMB Letter book (Cat. No. 436) comes the following which suggests the Commissioner was based in Adelaide) '17th November 1906 His Excellency, Hwang How Cheng Chinese Commission Adelaide May it please your Excellency By this post I have the pleasure in forwarding for your Excellency's kind acceptance (and one for Mr. When) copies of the photograph taken of your recent visit to the School of Mines. I trust they will serve a pleasing memento of what, I hope, was a pleasant visit to our Golden City. Yours Faithfully Fredk Martell Director' The visit was reported in the Ballarat Star in 14 November 1906:- The Chinese Imperial Commissioner, Hwang Hon Cheng, who recently arrived in Victoria on behalf of the Chinese Government, paid a visit to Ballarat last evening, and was entertained by his fellow countrymen at a dinner at the Bow Leong rooms, Main street. The commissioner, who came up by the express, was accompanied by his secretary and Mr Ah Ket, the well-known Chinese barrister, of Melbourne; but some disappointment was expressed by the fact that he did not wear his official robes, being attired in the more sombre European dress. Mr W. D. M’Kee presided at the dinner, on the invitation of the Bow Leong Society, and in addition to representative Chinese residents, three were also present the mayor of the city (Cr. J. J. Brokenshire), Crs. R. Pearse, G. Crocker (City), J. R. Elsworth, A. Mackenzie, J. A. M’Neil, A. Levy, G. Bunting, F. Penhalluriack (Town), Col. Williams, Mr. J. Gent, Messrs. F. J. Martell (director of the School of Mines), A. W. Hager (president of the Orphan Asylum), A. Kenny (superintendent), R. G. Fitzgerald (clerk of courts at Ballarat East), J. Trethowan, A. A. Buley, Serg Dalton, and others. Apologies were received from the mayor of the town Revs. J. West Lau, Dr Cairns, Hon. J. Y. M’Donald, L. Lederman, C. C. Shoppee and others. The gathering was a very cordial one, and the hospitality of the Chinese was greatly appreciated. After the loyal toasts, “The King” and “The Emperor of China,” had been honoured, the chairman extended a hearty welcome on behalf of the society and others to the commissioner. Mr M’Kee said he was privileged to speak in behalf of the Chinese. There was a warm feeling of friendship between them and himself, and his services were always at their command. If he were in China he would desire that a similar compliment would be extended to him. They were all pleased the Emperor of China had sent the commissioner to establish consulates in Australia with a view of the empire understanding the feelings of Australasia better than they did at present. He hoped the commissioner would have opportunity of visiting some of their industries, as they desired him to gain all the scientific and practical knowledge of those industries that he could. The toast of “The Commissioner” was proposed by Col. Williams who expressed pleasure at the visit of a gentleman of education and attainments to look into the condition of the scions of China in Australia. He hoped the commissioner would carry away a correct impression. In Australia they had nothing to conceal; they hoped to be understood. (Applause.) No intelligent man had the temerity to condescend to patronise China, one of the richest countries in the world, with a civilisation dating back thousands of years. In the matter of population alone it was equal to one-third of the world. They heard a lot about the “awakening of China.” They hoped it would be humane, just, and considerate if it had power. He hoped the commissioner would be satisfied with what he saw. The law of filial relation to the children was strictly observed in China, and he did not know whether it would not be a good thing if they had a little more of that religion here. It would be a fair thing to tell the commissioner that while he might inquire into the labour laws, the basis of these laws was not a desire to oppress but to enable every man to obtain the same conditions they expected from their own people. If he gained that impression he felt they would be fairly treated. (Applause.) Mayor Brokenshire supported the toast. They had, he said, in the Chinese a most law-abiding people. Their behaviour was an example to the British citizens. They were quiet, inoffensive men, and they toiled hard, even on Sundays. (Laughter.) Mr Ah Ket; That is what the government does with the railway employees. (Laughter.) The Commissioner replied through Mr Ah Ket, who in a graceful speech acknowledged the toast. The commissioner had, he said been delighted with what he had seen of the country – he believed it to be one of the finest in the world – and he greatly appreciated the hospitality extended to him. (Applause.) The Chairman proposed the toast of “The health of Mr Ah Ket,” and paid a tribute to his ability. It was satisfactory to see that he had risen to such a position, and it might be that in the future he would be asked to occupy a position on the bench. (Applause.) Mr Ah Ket, in response, said he had not come prepared to make a speech. He had come to Ballarat to have a quiet evening with his friends, and as soon as he arrived he had been whirled away in a motor car to a place where he found an aggregation of East and West. He was pleased to see them commingled at the festive board. That suggested the idea that East and West could meet together without friction. Misunderstandings arose only because men were superficial. If they threw off outer garments they would know each other better. He looked forward to the time when nations would understand each other. It was by an interchange of visits that such things could be accomplished, and nations would then live at peace with each other. (Applause.) Other toasts were also honored. Twelve men pose for a photograph on the stairs of a building at the Ballarat School of Mines. Back row left to right: A.D. Gilchrist (Prof. of Engineering), B. Whittington (Mathematics, Physics), Thomas S. Hart (Prof. of Geology and Mining), J.M. Sutherland (Electrical Engineering) Front row left to right: Dr Wong Chock Son (Ballarat), Fred. J. Martell, Alfred Mica Smith, Ah Ket esq (Melbourne Barrister), His Excellency Hwang How Cheng (Chinese Commissioner), Wen Esq (Secretary), Alderman Grase (mayor of Brisbane), Grase Esq (Ballarat).ballarat school of mines, alfred mica smith, fred martell, j m sutherland, a d gilchrist, b whittington, thomas hart, wong chock son, ah ket, hwang how cheng, chinese, chinese commissioner, international, new classrooms, administration building, a building

Invitation to the 1982 Mayoral Charity Ball held at City Hall, Broadmeadows, under the patronage of Mayor Cr. P. T. Bryant J.P. and Mrs B. Bryant. Represents civic ceremonial and fundraising activities of the City of Broadmeadows during the early 1980s.Locally significant as evidence of municipal social and charitable practices and official event protocols in Broadmeadows during the 1980s.Folded paper invitation card printed in blue ink. Outer panel features City of Broadmeadows crest and event details; inner panel lists reception arrangements.Outer: 'Official Entree Card / Mayoral Charity Ball / Under the patronage of CR. P. T. BRYANT J.P. and Mrs B. Bryant / City Hall, Broadmeadows / Saturday 27th November, 1982'. Inner: 'Reception Arrangements/Please enter at the main entrance of the/City Hall and proceed to the Main Hall by/means of the staircase./Official guests will be received by the/Mayor and Mayoress upon entering the/Main Hall./It is to be noted that robes will not be/worn but Mayors may wear their badge of/office if desired./The Mayor and Mayoress take this oppor-/tunity of wishing their guests an enjoyable/evening./Official cars may be parked in the area/reserved immediately in front of City Hall./Bruce D. McGregor, Town Clerk'. Small adhesive label 'WI-4282' upper left interior.local government, civic events, charity balls, broadmeadows, entrée card, 1982

Bendigo Town Hall, built in 1859 and extended over three phases resulting in the present Mannerist style building of stone construction. The original 1859 design by George Avery Fletcher was a simple two storey building in the Italianate style, which served as the foundation for future remodelling and extensions by Bendigo architect William C. Vahland in 1866. The Town Hall contains fine decorative interiors in the main hall and council chamber along with objects and original council chamber furniture which are integral to its significance and heritage values. This photograph taken in 1953 shows the original council chamber in use.Gold framed photograph with mount taken in 1953 showing the old council chambers at the Bendigo Town Hall with City of Bendigo officials. Includes Councilor's, the Mayor, Town Clerk and others. Cr's from left to right are Cr Dungey, Cr Pethard, Cr Granger, Cr Clayton, Cr Floor in mayoral robes, Town Cleark Mr Amer, Cr Michelsen, Cr Pouston, Cr Oliver, Cr Shadforth. Five unknown men seated and standing.Nonecity of bendigo, mayor flood, councillor flood, councillor clayton, councillor granger, councillor pethard, councillor michelsen, councillor oliver, bendigo town hall

In 1920 the Prince of Wales embarked on a journey to Australia on behalf of his father, King George V. While the visit was intended to strengthen the relationship between Australia and the Empire, the main objective was to offer thanks to the Australian men and women for the sacrifices and contributions that they had made during World War I. The Royal Tour began in April 1920 and covered 110 cities and towns across the country. The Prince spent eleven days in New South Wales, nine days in Victoria, four days in Tasmania, eleven days in Western Australia, six days in South Australia and eight days in Queensland. On Saturday 5 June 1920, following a morning at the races in Flemington, the Prince spent the afternoon at ANZAC Hostel in Brighton, where he chatted to wounded soldiers and, according to the newspaper reports at the time, "won the hearts of all present."prince of wales, his royal highness, hrh, royal tour, anzac hostel, brighton, mayor, cr. thomas wilson, j.h. taylor, town clerk, soldiers, diggers, crowd, north road, kamesborough, bayside

Large group of women, seated in the main hall of the Box Hill Town Hall. Centre front (L to R) - Town Clerk, Mr. Andrew Walls in his robes and his wife, Mrs. Walls, Mayor, Cr. Stan Dewar in his robes and Lady Mayoress, Marie Dewar for the Mayoress LuncheonB&w photowomen's groups, mayoral functions, mayoress luncheons, town halls, box hill town hall, walls> andrew, dewar> stan (cr.)

Photo taken in the north west corner of the Main Hall, Box Hill Town Hall. Town Clerk, Andrew Walls, in his robes left, with his wife Mrs Walls, (middle lady unknown) and Mayor Cr. Jim Proudfoot in robes right, and Mayoress (Mrs Proudfoot) far right. The two women centre, dressed in hats and gloves, carrying a posy of flowers. Cr Proudfoot was mayor in 1956/7. Event was the Mayoress's Luncheon.B&w photowomen's groups, mayoral functions, mayoress functions, box hill town hall, walls> andrew, proudfoot> james> cr., clothing and dress, mayoral robes, walls> - (mrs), proudfoot> - (mrs)

A group of women seated in the Main Hall of Box Hill Town Hall. Seated in Centre front row (L to R) : Town Clerk Mr. Andrew N. Walls in his robes, and right, Cr. J.K. Proudfoot in his mayoral robes and right Mayoress, Mrs Ida Proudfoot and Margaret Walls. The occasion was the Lady Mayoress's Reception in 1957, the City of Box Hill Centenary Year.Black & white photographwomen's groups, mayoral functions, mayoress luncheons, town halls, box hill town hall, walls> andrew, proudfoot> j.k. (cr.), clothing and dress, mayors, proudfoot> ida, box hill centenary

A large group of women, seated in the main hall of the Box Hill Town Hall. Seated in front row (L to R) 4th from left - Town Clerk, Mr. Andrew N. Walls, in robes, with his wife, Margaret. Mayor Cr. Youl in robes and the Mayoress (Nancy Youl, nee Kibby) - centre right. Cr Youl was mayor in 1964/65.Black & white photographwomen's groups, mayoral functions, box hill town hall, walls> andrew n., youl> david m. (cr.), youl> (mrs.)

Council Chambers, Box Hill Town Hall, with a group of men seated and dressed in formal wear.Councillors seated in a semi-circle in the foreground and three rows of men seated in the background. This is the 1957 Centenary meeting held after the formal dinner. The Meeting is being addressed by the Town Clerk, Walls. Councillor Proudfoot in Mayoral Robes centre left. Governor Sir Edmund Herring is bottom left (next to major). Identified as follows: in circle: 1. ? 2. hidden? 3. Sparks, R. 4. McIntyre, Ken 5. Jeffrey, 6. Kemp, 7. Padgham, George 8. Lundgren, Ossie, 9. hidden? Audience: Front RHS Marshall G. TweedieBlack and white photomayors, councillors, town clerks, council meetings, proudfoot> councillor, walls> town clerk, box hill town hall, sparks> reg, mcintyre> kenneth, padgham> george, lundgren> e. ossie (cr.), reid> george (sir), jeffrey> frank, herring> edmund (sir)

Mayoral Ball in 1964 showing the Mayor, Cr. E. "Ossie" Lundgren, with his wife, the debutantes and their partners. Mr. Andrew Walls, Town Clerk, is standing at the right hand side. The stage is decorated with a tin hut and floral decorations.B&w photomayoral balls, lundgren> ernest oscar (ossie) (cr.), walls> andrew n., lundgren> mrs., mayors, town clerks, councillors, box hill town hall, debutantes, mayoral robes, dances and balls, clothing and dress

Mayoral Ball 1956 - Group of debutantes and their partners form a group on the stairs leading to the stage with the Mayor, Cr. R.H.L. Sparks and his wife in the front (centre) and Town Clerk, Mr. Andrew Walls to the right of the Mayoress. The stage is decorated with an arch and floral decorations. The backdrop features a mountain and a river.B&w photomayoral balls, mayors, town clerks, sparks> reginald h.l. (cr.), sparks> mrs., walls> andrew n., mayoral robes, dances and balls, clothing and dress, festive decorations, debutantes, forster> wendy, roberts> lynette, smith> majorie, sweetland> valma, thatcher> rosemary, ward> lynette, woodyard> lynette

Mayoral Ball of 1957, showing the Mayor, Cr. James K. Proudfoot and the Mayoress, Mrs. Proudfoot, with the debutantes and their partners, standing in front of a decorated stage. Town Clerk, Mr. Andrew Walls, is standing on the right hand side.B&w photomayoral balls, mayors, town clerks, proudfoot> james k. (cr.), proudfoot> - (mrs.), walls> andrew n., debutantes, box hill town hall, dances and balls, mayoral robes, clothing and dress