Album of photographs associated with activities of the Cardiac Rehab "Take Heart" Group including the Arthritis Group (Land and Water exercise) managed by Eltham Community Health Centre allied health assistant, arthritis group (land and water exercise), arthritis group, arthurs creek, betty willis, bundoora park, cardiac rehab 'take heart' group, christmas break-up, diamond valley railway, dirk pendavingh, elizabeth dick, eltham community health centre, eltham health group, eltham leisure centre, eltham lower park, eltham, ernie robinson, fairfield park, fairfield, flagstaff hill, griffiths park, ken willis, lavender farm, migrant teachers, mt cooper, new eltham diabetes contact group, parkinson support group, picnic, ruth pendavingh, scienceworks, sugarloaf reservoir, veronica white-hall, warringal, water exercise group, warrrnambool, warrnambool rsl

A rare photograph of massed Light Horse in Victoria shortly before mechanisation consigned the horse to history.Black and white photograph of large group of horsemen in ranks waiting in the process of watering horses at a lagoon. One copy of the image claims it to be 8th Light Horse Regiment watering horses at a Murray River lagoon, South Corowa NSW, September 1939; Wahgunyah Troop, C Squadron - this side of lagoon, Lieutenant J. Nott on grey horse in water. A second copy (Cat No 0690) asserts it is 4 regiments of light horse being 8th, 13th, 20th and 4th watering horses near Torquay Victoria, March 1940.On a label on reverse of 0690: "Picture taken about March 1940 when the 13th Light Horse from Gippsland, the 8th Light Horse from Upper Murray, the 4th Light Horse from the Western Districts and the 20th Light Horse from the Goulburn Valley were in camp near Torquay. Mr Cappur Webb of Glendoxey, Seymour, a member of the 20th said the picture must have been taken during and exercise about five miles north of Torquay. “We used to water our horses in that lake”, he said."

While many recruits could already drive when they joined 8/13 Victorian Mounted Rifles it took many hours of instruction and training before they were licenced to drive heavier, more complex army vehicles both on and off road and under combat conditions. Members of the Women’s Royal Australian Army Corps (WRAAC) were posted to Army Reserve units in the 1980s and 1990s. They were rarely posted to Armoured Fighting Vehicles (AFVs) but were invaluable in the A1 Echelon driving fuel, ammunition, ration and water supply vehicles. Two colour photographs of group of soldiers of ' A ' Squadron 8/13 Victorian Mounted Rifles at a meal break during a driving exercise, 1986. Considerable variation in dress and headgear. Green beret at left, Sergeant D. Reynolds; hat Private T. Roche; Black beret Sergeant H. Wilson; no hat Corporal M. Roberts ; peak Cap with badge Warrant Officer 2 Burnie; Peak cap Corporal Potts.

Beryl Knox speaking about early life in Melton. Page 1 1949 – 64 years ago. We began our married life at Melton Sth. The house on the corner of the Exford Rd and Staughton St-- dusty gravel roads, box thorns and noxious weeds everywhere and a sprinkling of houses and vacant land. It was a friendly community consisting of old family names. McDonalds, Blacks, Dodemaide, Cahill, Coopers, Minns, Tinklers, Nesbitts, Cochranes, Wickhams, Exells. Mavis Butler. The home owned by Mr. Robinson and Miss Robinson had been shifted in two parts transported from Diggers Rest and it is still standing 2013. Bruce’s father purchased the house and two adjoining blocks, the Conways built on one and the Rawlinson family on the other block. Eileen still resides there, she was only a baby in a pram and the family had not long arrived from England. The railway line was close to the house and the contents would rattle when heavy steams trains went through, and on a clear frosty night the 1am paper train would echo roar through very loudly when labouring towards the Exford Bridge. Then the two carriage motor train was introduced, this was great for the workers and schoolies who travelled to Melbourne. The train pulled up at the crossing or riding to pick up or drop off. Melva Gillespie (nee Hirt) Bill Cahill delivered the milk by the billy and then in bottles. Len Kennedy (Paul Kennedy’s father, Norma Murrays son) delivered Jongebloeds bread, he always had a sweep going for the Melbourne Cup and raffles for the footy club. Mr. Woodgate owned an old bus and pick up point was the Post Office when there was a Saturday film on a Melton. There were no doctors or dentists in the district. If we need a Doctor we had to travel to Bacchus Marsh or discuss problems over the phone. In later years a Bacchus Marsh Doctor rented the Bluestone building in McKenzie St a couple of days a week. If we needed the Dentist we had to travel to West Footscray or Footscray. We did our banking at “State Savings” then the Miss Minns had the agency and then Bardsleys Store. We travelled to Bacchus Marsh to the National and Commercial banks. Station Rd to Western Highway, now (High Street) was a narrow stretch of bitumen and gravel farmland either side and a couple of farm houses and large gum trees on the properties. Page 2 North of the Railway line Mrs Bessie Jones, mother of Chas and Betty Jones managed the Post Office, next door to her Chas and Betty had the Shell Centre, and later moved the business to Melton. Hughie Nesbitt and mother owned the grocery and hardware store, and I bought my first set of saucepans there. On the opposite side of Station road Mr Coombe owned the fruit shop, and also provided soft drinks and lollies for children. The Chaff Mill was on the corner of Station Rd and Brooklyn Rd. Mr Lumsden was manager and later years Bernie Trethowan and Jack Butler were partners. It finally burnt down and is a Service Station now. Along Brooklyn Rd there were a few houses and Victoria Hall, not a very big hall, but catered for lots of functions, Balls, Fancy Dress, Bazaars, Square Dancing and meetings. The Bacchus Marsh Baptists held Sunday School in the hall. A group of shops were built south of the railway line Molly and Len Skinner managed the Post Office and handled a few essential groceries. Tom McDonald and Ron Lunsberg were the butchers. Mary and Syd Cooper lived next door to us and often in turn would run out of something when we had a baking spree we would borrow or exchange, sugar flour etc over the fence. Mavis and Jack Butler lived there before the Coopers. Bernie and Iris Trethowan lived two doors up. Neighbours were invited into their home to view the first black and white television in Melton Sth. Bill Exell was one of the first Melton Sth farmers to sell his land to developers, the land was idle for years before housing developed. I joined the Melton Valley Golf Club in 1960. The Gun Club as our Club House, an old tin shed consisting a water tank, trestle table and forms and dirt floor. It was a 9 hole course with sand scraps and landscape putting before greens. The Common or parkland was part of the Golf Course. It was open for every ones recreation. Roy Norton an old identity trained his trotters on the Common and wouldn’t clear the track for the golfers. The golfers had to avoid him to continue to play. We had to keep clear when the young youths came in their paddock cars and motorbikes. Over the years the Toolern Creek flooded its banks, water and debri covered the course on one year our first Club house was flooded out. It took several working bees to clean it up. We lived at Melton Sth for 15 years and moved to Melton on the farm “Croxton Park.” The Nixon family farm “Mowbray” adjoined the farm. Bruce worked the land cropping the farm when Mrs Nixon died. Page 3 (page 4 on the handwritten script) Bruce had the first offer to buy, in those days it wasn’t easy to get good bank loans. Part of the land is the Golf Course now and Mr O’Shea purchased the bulk. Moving to Melton was totally different – I became involved with Committees, Scouts, Guides, Mothers Clubs, CWA, Church Op shop (8 years). Melton Amateurs players produced and tutored by Mabel Rogers exerts from Pyjama Game, South Pacific, Carousel - later years a group of ladies did gentle water exercise at Essendon and Station Road swimming pool. I was 20 or so years in Probus. The local followed the football, there was always a Gymkhana on the long weekend in June. The tennis always created a lot of interest during the finals. It didn’t matter which team played the supporters were treated to a cup of tea and leftovers from their afternoon tea. In 1978 were the first residents to move into the Jennings Estate Kurunjang and lived there 31 years and retired 4 years ago into Unit. The amazing changes I have experienced. Merrimu supplied our water, after depending on tanks. The landscape changed completely when developers came in, no more dusty plains \ typed web Sept 2013 McFarlane, Mrs Knox and Beryl Gillespie at the First Hundred Years Celebration of Melton State School 430. The event was held at Mechanics Hall, Melton.local identities, local significant events, education

This photo depicts an Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV) information stall, which has been set up at an unidentifiable event. Posing for a photo next to the stall are AFV's Liz Bongetti and two other women. The stall has information leaflets and brochures, as well as promotes various AFV programs, such as the Telephone Advisory Service, water exercise classes (under the title 'Exercise Unit'), the Library, and Youth & Family Services.COL photo of three women standing next to an information stall and display board. They are looking at the camera and smiling. On the table, there are various information leaflets and factsheets, some of which are displayed on clear perspex brochure stands. Behind the table, there is a large black display board containing posters and large Photographs. One of the posters, featuring a drawing of a skeleton, is titled "Active Living", with the subtitle, "age is no barrier to good health". Other images featured on the display board include photos relating to various programs offered by the AFV, including the Telephone Advisory Service, water exercise classes (under the title 'Exercise Unit'), the Library, and Youth & Family Services. At the top of the display board, there is an Arthritis Victoria sign. Beside the table and display board, there is a large potted palm plant.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, liz bongetti, information display, display board, leaflets, brochures, factsheets, posters, active living, skeleton, telephone helpline, water exercise, library services, youth and family services

During the 1999 National Arthritis Week (NAW), the Amcal Chemist in Narre Warren South hosted an Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV) poster display. The display featured various AFV posters and brochures, including one titled 'Invest in your Future', featuring journalist and editor, Ita Buttrose. Other posters on display included one of a skeleton, and a 'Make A Splash About Arthritis' poster, featuring AFV's water exercise class program.COL photo of three large posters and several information brochures adorning a shop window.[Handwritten in black ink] Amcal Chemist display - NARRE Warren Sth NAW 1999arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, osteoporosis victoria, ov, national arthritis week, posters, brochures, leaflets, amcal chemist, ita buttrose, skeleton, water exercise, 1999

This photo depicts one panel of an Arthritis Foundation of Victoria multi-panel display board from 1987. The Foundation utilised freestanding display boards such as this to provide information about its programs and services at events.COL photo of one panel from a large freestanding display board. Under the heading, "PAIN NEEDS ACTION FOR RELIEF" is the sub-heading "HAVE YOU TRIED-", followed by a list of suggested actions. These include: electric blankets, gentle exercise, medication, cold packs, massage, resting, support groups, talking to a friend, physiotherapy, splints, and relaxation classes. The first two or three items on the list are obscured by a patch of reflected light shining on the photo image. There are also two photos on the display panel. The first is a photo of various heating aids such as mittens, a blanket and electric blanket, and a hot water bottle. The second photo someone lying on a treatment bed while receiving treatment from a practioner.[On a white label, handwritten in blue ink] Self-help DISPLAYS '87 Right - upperarthritis foundation of victoria, afv, display board, information, resources, education, self help, pain management, pain relief, stress management, joint health, healthy food, healthy diet, exercise, recreation, rest, arthritis help book, 1987

This photo depicts the bottom centre-right panel of an Arthritis Foundation of Victoria multi-panel display board from 1987. The Foundation utilised freestanding display boards such as this to provide information about its programs and services at events.COL photo of a large freestanding display board. Eight photos are displayed around a centre information panel which contains the text, "EXERCISE SHOULD BE: -FUN. -Appropriate. -Daily. -Balanced with rest." The photos depict individuals or groups doing various activities, and each has a small sub-heading beneath it. These are: water exercise class (photo) - FUN; a family going for a walk (photo) - "CAN BE DONE WITH A FRIEND"; someone running in a marathon race (photo) - "IMPROVES FITNESS"; someone doing some stretching chair exercises (photo) - "DAILY"; water exercise class (photo) - "IMPROVES MOVEMENT"; two people sitting at a desk (photo) - "SEEK ADVICE FROM A PHYSIOTHERAPIST."; a group exercising outdoors (photo) - "NOURISHES THE JOINTS"; and a group using exercise bands (photo) - "IMPROVES STRENGTH."[On a white label, handwritten in blue ink] Self-help Display '87 Centre Right - Lowerarthritis foundation of victoria, afv, display board, information, resources, education, self help, pain management, pain relief, stress management, joint health, healthy food, healthy diet, exercise, recreation, rest, arthritis help book, 1987

Representatives from the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV), event partners and sponsors pose for a photo at the Osteoporosis Prevention and Self Management Course media launch, circa 1990-1991. This photo appears on page 6 of the 1991 Annual Report with the caption: "Enjoying high calcium refreshments at the Osteoporosis Prevention and Self Management Course media launch are Foundation President, Dr Leslie Koadlow; Rhonda Galbally, Chief Executive of VicHealth; Jan Ryan, Ministry of Health representative; Carmel Travers for Sandhurst Farms; Professor Ken Muirden; and Jenny Davidson, Foundation Education and Services Manager."B&W photo of a small group of people standing in a semi-circle in front of a large window and a freestanding vertical display board. They are each holding a disposable PhysiCal branded milk-shake cup with a straw. There is a large poster on one of the windows, which contains the text (partially obscured), "Promoting good health and preventing illness in our community". On one panel of the display board, there is the text, "Arthritis Foundation of Victoria 862 2555", and some large posters of people doing various types of exercises, including water exercise.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, osteoporosis prevention and self management course, dr leslie koadlow, rheumatologist, president, rhonda galbally, chief executive, vichealth; jan ryan, ministry of health, representative, carmel travers, sandhurst farms, professor ken muirden, jenny davidson, education and services manager, physi-cal, calcium, bone health, annual report, c1990, c1991

Representatives from the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV), event partners and sponsors pose for a photo at the Osteoporosis Prevention and Self Management Course media launch, circa 1990-1991. This is a similar photo to Collection Item 642, which is a black and white print. Appearing from left to right are: Dr Leslie Koadlow (Rheumatologist and AFV President), Rhonda Galbally (Chief Executive of VicHealth); Jan Ryan (Ministry of Health representative); Carmel Travers (Sandhurst Farms), Professor Ken Muirden (Rheumatologist), and Jenny Davidson (AFV's Education and Services Manager).COL photo of a small group of people standing in a semi-circle in front of a large window and a freestanding vertical display board. They are each holding a disposable PhysiCal branded milk-shake cup with a straw. There is a large poster on one of the windows, which contains the text (partially obscured), "Promoting good health and preventing illness in our community". On one panel of the display board, there is the text, "Arthritis Foundation of Victoria 862 2555", and some large posters of people doing various types of exercises, including water exercise. Through the window, there is a view of a grassy sports oval, with a row of houses and some trees in the distance.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, osteoporosis prevention and self management course, dr leslie koadlow, rheumatologist, president, rhonda galbally, chief executive, vichealth; jan ryan, ministry of health, representative, carmel travers, sandhurst farms, professor ken muirden, jenny davidson, education and services manager, physi-cal, calcium, bone health, c1990, c1991

From the 29th to the 31st of May, 1996, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria's Physiotherapist, Valerie Sayce, presented an educational seminar and water exercise class in Albury. This photo depicts Valerie leading a water exercise class at an indoor swimming pool.COL medium close up photo of several people at a swimming pool. A woman kneeling down on a thick blue mat next to the edge of the pool. She has one hand outstretched and the other hand placed high up on her side. There is a small group of people in the pool. One person is floating, supported by five other people. The remainder of the group is watching them. One person is standing at the far end of the pool deck, watching the group in the pool. Behind her, there are some shelves containing various floatation devices. There are two closed doors on either side of the shelves, and two yellow plastic chairs further along the wall beside one of the doors.[Handwritten in blue ink] Glen About to be cast ashore 29-05-96.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, outreach, water exercise, valerie sayce, physiotherapist, glen, swimming pool, albury, 1996

On the 12th of April, 1999, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV) held a Bone & Joint Ball at Sea Lake during National Arthritis Week as part of the Rural Access Project. This photo depicts AFV's Christine Hume-Cook with an unidentified woman at the event.COL photo of two women seated at a table. On the table, there are two PhysiCal disposable milkshake cups, a small stack of polystyrene cups, a red bowl containing fruit and nut mix, and several printed leaflets in different colours. On the wall behind them, there is a poster titled "Make A SPLASH About Arthritis!", with the sub-title "Water exercise is a great way to keep your joints moving."[Handwritten in blue ink] Christine Hume-Cook at Sea Lake B & J Arthritis Week April 12 1999arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, rural access project, national arthritis week, naw, outreach, bone & joint ball, sea lake, christine hume-cook, 1999

This photo depicts an unidentified meeting or educational/training session led by an Arthritis Foundation of Victoria member of staff.B&W photo of a small group of people seated in a semi-circle. Facing them is a woman, also seated. Behind her, there is a table with various printed materials on it. Behind the table, there is a large freestanding Arthritis Foundation of Victoria display board. There are Photographs and posters on the display board, and a sign with the text, "WATER EXERCISE". Behind the display board are tall floor to ceiling windows, with vertical blinds covering the top windows.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, meeting, education, training

In 1994, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV) held a "Warm Up For Winter Dance" as a fundraising event during National Arthritis Week. The dance, which was held at the San Remo Ballroom, had a multicultural theme and featured performances by professional dancers and dance troupes. This photo depicts water exercise leader, Vic Wetherall, enjoying a dance with some members of the "Lawrence of Australia" Middle Eastern dance troupe during the event. Some photos from the event appear on page 3 of the Autumn 1994 issue of the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria’s quarterly magazine, Arthritis Update, as part of a National Arthritis Week (NAW) feature.Colour photo of several people dancing on a crowded dance floor in a large hall.[On a yellow sticky note, handwritten in blue ink] Belly dancing was a feature at "Warm Up For Winter." On Left: Vic Wetherall (water exercise leader) with members of "Lawrence of Australia"arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, fundraising, fundraiser, warm up for winter dance, multicultural, art and culture, traditional dance, middle eastern dance, belly dancing, lawrence of australia, dance troupe, dance costumes, vic wetherall, water exercise leader, audience participation, san remo ballroom, north carlton, national arthritis week, naw, arthritis update, 1994

In February 2002, Arthritis Victoria (AV) held a "Better Health Self Management Course" at its headquarters in Elsternwick. The course was delivered by AV staff, such as Liz Bongetti and others.Colour photo of a group of people posing for a photo. They are in a large room with two rows of rectangular tables and chairs on either side of the room. On top of the tables, there are several stacks of books, some cups, saucers, and mugs, and a few water bottles.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, osteoporosis victoria, ov, arthritis victoria, av, better health self management course, education, pain management, exercise, liz bongetti, 2002

This photo depicts an unidentified man making a presentation at an Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV) educational seminar. The multi-panel display board behind him contains posters pertaining to water exercise classes, walking, and the Joint Action Group (JAG).Black and white photo of a man making a presentation. He is speaking into a microphone on a stand. There is a large multi-panel display board with photos and textual information behind him.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, educational seminar, guest speaker

In October 1988, visiting British physiotherapist, Jane Barefoot, conducted a group hydrotherapy training session for physiotherapists. In this photo, class participants are exercising in a swimming pool using a floatation device. B&W photo of a group of people exercising in an indoor swimming pool. They are each holding a kickboard, with their arms outstretched, to propel themselves forward in the water.[in blue ink on pink sticky note] Physiotherapists at hydro. session with Jane Barefoot Oct '88arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, jane barefoot, physiotherapist, ankylosing spondylitis, hydrotherapy, water exercise, training session, pain management, 1988

In October 1988, visiting British physiotherapist, Jane Barefoot, conducted a group hydrotherapy training session for physiotherapists. In this photo, participants are exercising in a swimming pool.B&W photo of a group of people exercising in a swimming pool. A few of the people in the foreground are looking towards the camera. One woman has the back has her arms outstretched as she leans backwards in the water.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, jane barefoot, physiotherapist, ankylosing spondylitis, hydrotherapy, water exercise, training session, pain management, 1988

In 1989, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV), formerly the Rheumatism and Arthritis Association of Victoria RAAV), released a video titled, "Fighting Arthritis". The video promotes the Foundation's Arthritis Self Help Course and its Water Exercise Program, and was available for sale or for loan by community groups. The video launch was held on the bowling green at Parliament House, Victoria, at the start of the bowling season. This photo, taken at the launch event, depicts Peter Spyker, Minister for Community Services, Victoria, with the AFV's physiotherapist, Valerie Sayce, and Joint Action Group member, Gwen St John, in an exercise demonstration. The photo appears on page 6 of the Vol 2 No 4, November 1989 issue of the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria's quaterly magazine, Arthritis Update. It is captioned: "Mr Spyker joins the fight against arthritis". The photo accompanies an article titled, "Minister tries arthritis self help", which covers the launch event. According to the article, the video was funded by the department of Community Services and the Victorian Health Promotion Foundation (from the proceeds of the Tobacco Tax).B&W photo of three people conducting in an exercise demonstration on the grounds of a building (which is behind them). In the middle is a man wearing a suit, shirt and tie. On either side of him are two women wearing t-shirts printed with the logo, "Joint Action", and track suit pants.[In red ink] 6A [In blue ink, (crossed out in black ink)] 71% [In black ink] 72.5% [In pencil, lines drawn vertically and horizontally to form a rectangle, with one diagonal line within the rectangle.] [On a MOVE branded sticky note, in blue ink] Arthritis Update Vol. 2 No. 4 1989 Pg. 6 [On a yellow sticky note, in blue ink] Peter Spyker, Minister for Community Services, Victoria [tries arthritis exercises (crossed out)] joins Valerie Sayce (L.) & Gwen St John in arthritis exercises at the launch of the video Fighting Arthritis. The video was funded by Vic Health. UPDATE DEC. ['DEC' crossed out] NOV. '89arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, rheumatism and arthritis association of victoria, raav, fighting arthritis video, launch, audiovisual, self-help course, water exercise program, parliament house, bowling green, peter spyker, minister for community services, valerie sayce, physiotherapist, gwen st john, joint action group, jag, exercise demonstration, department of community services, victorian health promotion foundation, vichealth, funding, tobacco tax, arthritis update, 1989