Historical information

Bogong State School was awarded First Prize in its Section for the 'Project Book Competition'.
The school received a cheque for 10 pounds and an invite to the presentation (or to be posted).

Significance

Bogong is a town established by the State Electricity Commission of Victoria during the construction of the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme.
The Head Teacher encouraged pupils to enter competitions for their benefit and that of the school including positive publicity.

Physical description

Dark wooden frame, glass cover, brown paper backing. Two rings screwed at the top on the sides of the frame with string attached to each.
Paper yellowed letter titled "Re Project Book Competition, 1948" dated 29th Nov. 1948 addressed to The Head Teacher Bogong State School.