The Warrnambool aquarium was opened in 1971 and was mostly underground with three domes above ground level. It is situated near the Warrnambool breakwater and the main structure is still extant. It closed as an aquarium in 1990 and was then used by Deakin University as a research centre for a few years. The aquarium contained exhibits of marine life and shells. This slide is retained as a reminder of the Warrnambool aquarium, an important tourist attraction for over twenty years.This slide in a cardboard frame is a multi- coloured one of the Warranmbool aquarium showing the three domes and the coastline in the background. There is a wooden sign, a fence and the road in the foreground. AQUARIUM COOKED/ LIVE CRAYS SOUVENIRS BAIT MUSEUM KIOSK DOWNSTAIRS warrnambool, warrnambool aquarium

The information on this document shows the inspiration and planning for the building of the aquarium at the Warrnambool breakwater. The instigator was Mr. John Doull, builders Fotheringham Constructions and architects, B. Auty and D Jenner. The Aquarium was opened in December 1971 by The Hon Ian Smith MLA. There were four separate exhibitions and galleries listed on the document. The Aquarium closed around 1998.A local landmark in the latter part of the 20th century with the domes being easily recognized. The people involved in its construction were an important part of Warrnambool’s history.Framed document in green and white speckled wooden frame. Hand written in black on white paper. Subline is written in red.warrnambool history, warrnambool aquarium, john doull, fotheringham constructions

This is a diverse collection of Tourist Maps for the Warrnambool & District area. [.1] From information on this guide it dates from the mid 1970's. It appears to not have been commercially printed and includes details of attractions no longer operating in Warrnambool such as Warrnambool Aquarium and the Oasis Reptile Park and Zoo. [.2] Commercially printed Warrnambool tourist map (c mid 1980's) surrounded by advertisements for local businesses. [.3] Commercial printed December 1991 tourist map of Warrnambool and District includes a competition entry form [.4] Commercially printed tourist map aimed at children [.5] Walking map of Warrnambool and District [.6] Commercially printed Warrnambool tourist map (c mid 1980's) surrounded by advertisements for local businesses. This collection of maps from the mid 1970's to early 1990's gives an insight into what was available to assist tourists find their way around Warrnambool and District. They include advertisements for business operating during this period and include lists of available accommodation, eateries, and tourist attractions.[.1] Tourist Attractions In and Around Warrnambool two foolscap pages with two sides of type written information of local and district attractions. There is a Warrnambool City map with points of interest marked and a hand drawn district map; [.2]Commercially printed grid map of Warrnambool City surrounded by advertisements from local businesses. Reverse side has a district map and a map of the Warrnambool CBD surrounded by advertising. [.3] Brochure including small grid maps of Warrnambool and district listing accommodation providers and places of interest. Stylised blue & bright green design of Norfolk pines and sea. [.4] Children's treasure hunt map to Warrnambool There are two examples, one with blue edging (Jan 1986) and one with red edging (Aug 1993) Both have a circular logo with a stylised whale and lighthouse [.5] Walking maps of Warrnambool blue printed photo of four tourists walking coastline on the front cover. [.6] Commercially printed grid map of Warrnambool with a bright yellow inset of Warrnambool CBD main shopping centre. The map is surrounded by advertising for local businesses.warrnambool, tourist maps, warrnambool businesses, warrnambool accommodation

The compiler of this book, Carol Altmann, was born in Warrnambool and worked as a journalist for some years. She is the author of two other books and co-founder of the online magazine, Bluestone Magazine. ‘Warrnambool -This is home’ contains colour photographs of people and places that are favourites with the local residents. Some of them, such as the Aquarium, are no longer existing. This book is of some importance as it records the people and buildings that are well-known in the city and evoke fond memories for both those who live in the city and those who have moved away. As such, it is an important social and historical recordThis is a paper back book of 64 pages. The cover has a blue background with an image of the angel from the War Memorial on the front cover and a photograph of the author, Carol Altmann on the back cover. The pages are bound with glue and contain colour photographs of places in Warrnambool and an accompanying text for each. Front cover: ‘Warrnambool – This is home, Carol Altmann’ Back Cover: Biographical details of Carol Altmann carol altmann, warrnambool this is my home