Historical information
The Australasian Bandsman was a monthly journal devoted to bands. It began in the 1890's and was still being published in 2013.
Significance
The various Orbost bands over the years played a major role in community activities providing entertainment and musical experiences for the many members.
Primary Significance Criteria
Physical description
Three journals of the Australasian Bandsman. All have blue covers with darker blue print. Inside are white pages with black text. All are published by E. V. Simons P.O. Box 16 Portland New South Wales.
2085.1 July 1966
2085.2 October 1966
2085.3 November 1966
Inscriptions & markings
Stamped with ORBOST MUNICIPAL BAND
