This appliance was a time saving method of cleaning floors. It appeared at a time (after World War II) when the domestic pressures faced by mothers and domestic staff was on the increase. The necessary "working parents" was through necessity becoming part of the "typical" family environment. It was the start of the ever increasing demand, from an economical reason, for both parents to work outside their property. Historically the period of the 1950s was one of extreme changes. It was an era where established role models were under pressure from an ever increasing demand for new and advancing consumerism. Communication levels via radio, newspapers and television was expanding at an ever increasing rate. Relatively isolated rural areas were opening up (post war) to foreign ideologies of consumerism. The basic restraints of "this will be alright mate, she'll do" was under a slow but effective take over. "I can get this done faster by this new whiz bang gadget that I saw on the TV last night!" was the new way to live by.This item is very significant in that it demonstrates the new consumerism at its infant stage of the social changes occurring due to greater communication levels between the rural Australian communities and other advancing communities world wide. The Kiewa Valley residents (mainly from the intermingling of rural and post World War II refugees working at the construction of the Victorian Hydro electricity installations, resulted in this rural area becoming integrated to new ways of living (both socially and economically). Once the attitude of "we have always done it this way mate!" was challenged and overcome, the acceptance of new time saving "gadgets" which started to pour in from foreign markets, the relative isolation of the Kiewa Valley (being mainly psychological entrenched), was over.This hoover electric floor scrubber and polisher has a main base containing two brushes (can be replaced with polishing pads). The two brushes/pads are fastened or removed from the base unit by pulling/pushing the heads from the small hexagonal shaft on the bottom of the machine motor. A pressure sensitive wire is inlaid at the brush/pad end to hold the brush/pad unit onto the shaft. The discs body and main body covering the electric motor are made from sturdy plastic. The rest of the appliance materials i.e. upright handle and the u framed attaching arm are made from lightweight powder coated steel. A small (350mm) red coloured foot switch protrudes from the back of the motor to release the the upright handle from the storage position to the action position.There are two fork shaped brackets on the rear of the handle, for securing the 6.5 metre long electrical cord and plug. There is no on/off switch on the appliance. A small stainless steel "u" framed clip (for hanging the appliance in the vertical position) for cupboard storage. Within the circle of the cleaning brush is stamped "1 above S.A.B.351" and on the opposite side P/No: 5023792". On the main plastic head of the brush discs are "TO CLEAN" and under this "USE ONLY WARM(underlined) WATER AND SOAP" on the opposite side, and within a circle is the Hoover Trademark. On the front of the blue coloured plastic dome covering the electric motor is (on a raised domed shaped plaque (on a red background) Hoover in slanted print from left to right(in a diagonal level)domestic appliances, floor cleaning, electric floor scrubbers and polishers

The Commercial Egg Producers' Association of Victoria was active by the 1930s, engaging in industry management and lobbying.The Commercial Egg Producer's Association (CEPA) had branches in Bendigo, South Bendigo, Eaglehawk, Wedderburn, Murrabit and Euroa.CEPA Commercial Egg Producer's Association (Bendigo Region) correspondence, for the year 1991. This item includes the following documents: 8504.47a 15 pages Draft of Code of Accepted Practice for the Domestic Fowl, The code guides those responsible for domestic fowl welfare, emphasizing husbandry systems that meet birds' physiological and needs. 8504.47b Coliban Water Investigation Committee - Notice of Meeting in May 1995 8504.47c Coliban Water Investigation Committee - Notice of Meeting in Mar 1994 8504.47d Coliban Water System Preliminary Assessment - 16 pages. The study was initiated due to recent dry conditions and water restrictions, highlighting the need for a long-term water security strategy for the Coliban Water System in Victoria. This summary highlights the document's focus on cost-effective, sustainable strategies for securing the Coliban Water System's future supply, emphasizing demand management, water trading, and optimal use of existing entitlements. 8504.47e The Victorian Egg Marketing Board's five-year corporate plan for 1990/91 is designed to guide the organization toward sustainable growth and effective market management. 8504.47f The document is a notification from Crystal Egg Company to egg producers regarding recent price adjustments for various egg sizes, following a change in export pulp value. 8504.47g Five pages - This document from Crystal Egg Company communicates important changes regarding egg pricing and production for producers: 8504.47h The document is a letter addressing the relationship and communication between Crystal Egg Company, CEPA and Loddon Valley Eggs Pty. Ltd. in the Bendigo egg industry. 8504.47i From the Crystal Egg Company. The letter references a recent newspaper article and ongoing discussions among industry members.The author has communicated concerns and explanations to relevant parties, ensuring transparency. 8504.47j Key points from the Victorian Egg Industry franchisee meeting held on April 30, 199. A new price change for eggs will take effect on May 20, 1991. The change is based on a one-month average of grades, not the usual three-month average. 8504.47k Document entitled "Brief History". The document captures the challenges, strategies, and upcoming efforts in the Victorian egg market as described. 8504.47l CEPA Invoice Producers Meeting. This document provides contact information for Crystal Industries and references the minutes from a meeting held on May 30 1991 8504.47m News Circulars from the Victorian Egg Marketing Board 1991 8504.47n Newsletter from the Victorian Egg Market Board "Egg Report" Vol 9 No 1/2 1991 8504.47o Newsletter from the Victorian Egg Market Board "Egg Report" Vol 9 No 3/4 1991 8504.47p Newsletter from the Victorian Egg Market Board "Egg Report" Vol 9 No 5/6 1991 8504.47q Newsletter from the Department of Agriculture and Rural affairs "Rural Update" Summer 1991 8504.47r This document is a formal letter from Bill McGrath, Member of Parliament and Shadow Minister for Agriculture, addressed to Kevin Fitzgibbon, Secretary of the Commercial Egg Producers' Association of Victoria. Bill McGrath acknowledges receipt of correspondence regarding the uniform stamping of eggs across Australia.He supports the current regulations for egg stamping, stating that the arguments for maintaining them are valid and sees no reason for change at present. 8504.47s This document is a formal letter from the Leader of the Opposition in Victoria, Ian Brown, addressed to the Secretary of the Commercial Egg Producers' Association of Victoria. The Leader of the Opposition thanks the Association for their letter and correspondence regarding the Victorian egg industry.He recognizes and appreciates the difficulties faced by egg producers in Victoria. 8504.47t This document is a formal acknowledgment from the New South Wales Cabinet Office regarding a letter sent by the Commercial Egg Producers' Association of Victoria about uniform egg stamping. The Cabinet Office, on behalf of the Premier, acknowledges receipt of the letter concerning uniform egg stamping.The Premier, Mr. Greiner, has requested advice on the issue and will respond once that advice is available. 8504.47u The document is a formal reply from the Department of Premier, Economic and Trade Development to the Commercial Egg Producers' Association of Victoria regarding a request for uniform egg stamping across Australia. The department thanks Mr. Fitzgibbon for his letter concerning uniform egg stamping.Ongoing enquiries and has initiated enquiries into the matter raised. 8504.47v The Premier of Western Australia, Dr Carmen Lawrence, formally acknowledges receipt of a letter from the Commercial Egg Producers' Association of Victoria regarding uniform egg stamping across Australia.The Premier expresses appreciation for the Association's views and notes the comments provided. 8504.47w This document is a formal acknowledgment from the Department of Premier and Cabinet Tasmania regarding a letter sent by the Commercial Egg Producers' Association of Victoria about the uniform stamping of eggs across Australia. The Department acknowledges receipt of the letter dated 23 May 1991, addressed to the Premier of Tasmania.The subject of the letter concerns the implementation of uniform egg stamping throughout Australia. 8504.47x Department of Agriculture and Rural Affairs newsletter No 54 Jan 1991 "Poultry Newsletter" 8504.47y This document outlines official correspondence regarding the harmonization of national standards for egg grading, packaging, and safety in Australia. New South Wales Office of the Premier proposed that all states remove egg quality requirements except those necessary for human health. 8504.47z From The Cabinet Office NSW - The document outlines the process and responsible bodies for establishing uniform egg stamping and packaging regulations across Australia 8504.47aa From the Premier of South Australia - The document addresses concerns about a proposal for nationally uniform egg grading and packaging regulations across Australia. 8504.47ab Educational Article "How to be ready for anything with eggs" The Victorian Egg Marketing Board's Consumer Education Department is dedicated to communicating with consumers, especially about healthy eating.Promotion of Eggs as a Low-Fat Food. In 1990, a major objective was to highlight eggs as a healthy, low-fat food option. 8504.47ac Egg Farmers of Victoria New Circular 7/91egg producer's information, correspondence, cepa, commercial egg producers' association