Historical information

The HMAS Australia and Brisbane are documented as visiting Port Melbourne circa WW1 and WW2.

Significance

HMAS Australia has been a significant link and factor in the history of the Mission. Padre Frank Oliver Chaplain from 1930-60 served on the ship in WW2. Cadets and officers also regularly visited the Mission. The pier also played a significant role in the development and life of Melbourne.

Physical description

Small landscape b & w photograph depicting view along a pier with railway lines and three ships ( 2 appear to be naval vessels) moored on the right hand side of the frame. A horse and cart can be seen on the pier in the middle distance.

Inscriptions & markings

handwritten inscription on the page below the photograph.