Historical information

The company began in 1892 as a medical gymnasium in Hobart started by Hans Christian Bjelke-Petersen. Sir Joh Bjelke Petersen was a nephew but had no connection with the company. The success of the gymnasium developed and physical culture was taught in Sydney and Melbourne. the company was based in Castlereagh St, Sydney from 1923-1982. Zone competitions were introduced and State finals held at the Grace Bros Auditorium. The Senior Finals were held at the Sydney Opera House from 1974 when it opened. See Bjelke-Petersen School of Physical Culture www.physicalculture.com.au

Physical description

Silver stamped badge enamelled with blue on the outside and white within with a figure at the centre. rings on centre top. Motto printed on badge

Inscriptions & markings

Adhesive label originally with badge handwritten "MY PHYSICAL CULTURE BADGE FROM BJELKE PETERSON [sic]"
Bjelke Petersen Bros School Physical Culture
Mens sana in corpore sana