Historical information

These magazines were published fortnightly and distributed to the members of Orbost Apex Club. Apex clubs are volunteer service clubs whose members work in local clubs across urban, regional and rural Australia to raise awareness about social justice issues, assist the needy in a practical way and contribute resources to worthwhile causes.

Significance

The Orbost Apex Club was a volunteer service club which contributed to the local community. As the population of the area declined so did the number of social clubs.

Physical description

Thirteen magazines which were a fortnightly publication of the Orbost Apex Club. Titled, The Corn Cob, it has a white cover with blue and yellow print. Inside each cover is duplicated material usually two sheets.

Inscriptions & markings

On front in pen - the number of the issue