Historical information

Ballarat Trades Hall was part of the Intercolonial Trades Hall Congresses created for the purposes of collective organising within labour organisations. There were eight Congresses held within Australia. See 0019-0026.

There were eight Intercolonial Trades Hall Congresses in Australia:

1. Sydney 1879
2. Melbourne 1884
3. Sydney 1885
4. Adelaide 1886
5. Brisbane 1888
6. Hobart 1889
7. Ballarat 1891
8. Adelaide 1898

Significance

The photograph forms part of the history of the 7th Intercolonial Trades Hall Congress, showing delegates in attendance. It features the only known picture of David Temple of the Shearers' Union.

The item is not currently available for loan or viewing. It is due for restoration.

Physical description

Cameo portraits - loose.