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Black and white photograph showing gathering of Club members and officials.
Written on back of photograph, "Taken at Richmond baths 1955: 56. Life saving competition won by Ringwood". (Tess Hanigan and Bill Hall in front row.
Parent Record for Archive collection of photographs and documents relating to Ringwood Municipal Baths in Ringwood Street, Ringwood. (Also covers later Swimming Pools and Aquatic Centres in Ringwood)
Black and white photograph of people swimming in pool with building in background. 2 copies- 1 large, 1 small.
Typed below large photograph, "A day at the Old Ringwood Baths, Ringwood Street". Written on back of smaller copy, "The Mayor, Cr. J.K. McCaskill, JP, inspecting swimming pool".
Black and white photograph of construction area with reinforcing wire around edge of excavation. (2 copies, 1 small & 1 enlargement.
Typed below photograph, "Building old Ringwood Swimming Pool, 1934, Ringwood Street"
Black and white photograph
Written on back of photograph- "Opening Jubilee Park Swimming Pool. 31.10.70. Mayor Jack McRae and R.J. Hamer".
Coloured photograph. Photograph taken by "Mervyne" Ringwood Studios.
"Written on back of photograph" Ringwood baths under construction. Photo taken from corner of Ringwood St & Miles Ave. Houses just above baths are in Reynolds Ave & top left in Warrandyte Road. Top centre- corner Warrandyte Road & Woodside Ave. White railing centre right is on the bridge across Mullum Creek. Adelaide St ran from Maroondah Highway to Reynolds Ave. Bridge later washed away- 1931.
Sepia photograph
"Written on back of photograph" Building baths Ringwood St. Looking Nth West.
Black and white photograph
Typed below photograph, "The old Ringwood Baths in Ringwood St. 1971" Written on back of photograph, "Ringwood baths, Ringwood Street, between Miles Ave and Reynolds Ave 1971.
Black and white photograph- 2 copies
Typed below photograph, "The Mayor, Mr A. T. Miles opening the old Ringwood Baths in Ringwood Street, 1934" Date 10/11/1934.
Black and white photograph
Typed below photograph, "F. Dwerryhouse Pool, 1973".
Black and white photographs (3 images)
Written on back of photographs "Jubilee Park, 30-9-73".
Black and white photograph- 2 images
Typed below photograph, "Opening day of the Old Ringwood baths in Ringwood Street, 1934".
Black and white photograph of trophies on table. (2 copies- 1 large, 1 small)
Typed below large photograph, "Trophies - Swimming Club about 1957".
Black and white photograph (2 images)
Typed below photograph, "Building old Ringwood swimming pool, 1934, Ringwood Street."
Black and white photograph
Typed below photograph, "Building the old Ringwood baths in Ringwood Street, looking towards Reynolds Ave. 1934."
Black and white photograph
Typed below photograph, "Building old Ringwood swimming pool, 1934, Ringwood St."
Black and white photograph. Several articles from Ringwood newspapers and the Argus (images attached) show the initial idea as Nov 1933 (3000-01 Ringwood Baths-Idea.jpg), Commencement in January 1934 (3000-02 Ringwood Baths-Start.jpg), and operational by November 1934 (3000-03 Ringwood Baths-Operational.jpg). An Argus article (via Trove) from 15 Mar 1934 describes a union complaint about use of workers on sustenance in the construction.(3000-04 Ringwood Baths-Complaint.jpg)
Typed below photograph, "Building the old Ringwood Baths in Ringwood St. Looking towards Warrandyte Rd. 1934.
Black and white photograph See Item 3000 for newspaper articles with 1934 dates
Typed below photograph, "Building the old Ringwood baths in Ringwood St, looking towards Warrandyte Rd. 1934."
Black and white photograph See Item 3000 for newspaper articles with 1934 dates
Typed below image, "Building old Ringwood swimming pool, 1934, Ringwood St.", looking Sth East.
Black and white photograph (2 copies- 1 large, 1 small) See Item 3000 for newspaper articles with 1934 dates
Typed below large photograph, "Building old Ringwood swimming pool 1934 - Ringwood St."
3 copies of photograph- 2 sepia, 1 black and white. (See also newspaper cutting with image- re0107, catalogued also under VC 3005))
Typed below black and white photograph, "Building old Ringwood baths in Ringwood Street, 1934".
Black and white photograph (2 copies- 1 large, 1 small).
Typed below large photograph, "Building old Ringwood swimming pool, 1934, Ringwood St."
Black and white photograph. 2copies-1 large, 1 small.
Typed below large photograph, "Building the old Ringwood baths in Ringwood Street. Looking south along space behind houses in Ringwood St. Trees in background are where Eastland now stands. 1934"
Black and white photograph. 2 copies- 1 large, 1 small.
Typed below photograph, "Building the old Ringwood baths in Ringwood St. The car is in Ringwood St. and the bridge over the Mullum Creek can be seen. 1934".
Black and white photograph. 2 copies- 1 large, 1 small.
Written on back of small photograph- "Looking south west".
Black and white photographs (6 different images)
Written on back of one photograph (re108C), "McCaskill, mayor, 1936".
Black and white photograph
Typed below photograph, "First Constable Bill Hall receives on behalf of Ringwood Swimming Club, an oxygen respirator from Harold Walklate (Country Liaison Officer, Royal Life Saving Society of Victoria). 15/12/57.
Black and white photograph. (Photo taken by David Holmes, Blackburn)
Written on back of photograph, "Ringwood Baths, 15/12/57. Harold Walklate demonstrating the method of lifting a patient out of the water. Patient Glenys Leaven of Mentone."
Black and white photograph (Photo by Peter Paynes)
Written on back of photograph, "Miss Ingram, Queen of Swimming (Mail, 3/4/58)".
Black and white photograph (2 images)
Written on back of photograph, "Taken at old Ringwood pool approx 1955-56. Herald learn to swim class".
Black and white photograph- 2 images.
Written on back of photograph, "Opening Aquatic Centre, 1986. Good shots with poor lighting". Catalogue card reads, "Opening of Aquatic Centre, 1986 which includes Fred Dwerryhouse Pool. Council have better photo in their records."
Sepia photograph.
Written on back of photograph, "Looking north-east".
Black and white photograph
Written on back of photograph, "Opening of the Fred Dwerryhouse Swimming Centre, 31st October, 1970".
Typed and hand written correspondence between the Ringwood Borough Council and Ringwood Swimming Club. 1930's.
Fred Dwerryhouse swimming pool in Ringwood built 1970s was a popular and well used venue until it was demolished in 2013 to make way for a new pool. Fred Dwerryhouse was a Town Clerk of Ringwood 1959-1968.
2 pages A4, 1 coloured photo of diving board area of pool, and 5x2 images of pool outdoor night shots.
Miscellaneous documents related to the Ringwood Baths in Ringwood Street and the Ringwood Swimming Club.
Packet includes: . 3742a- Season Ticket No 1 for the Municipal Baths, Ringwood Street, belonging to Cr A Temple Miles, dated 19.10.34 Season 1934-35. . 3742b- Typed document advertising the First Grand Aquatic Carnival at the Public Swimming Pool at dublin Road, Ringwood East. . 3742c- Invitation to Mr & Mrs R Pullin from the City of Ringwood for the Official Opening of Fred. Dwerryhouse Swimming Pool at Jubilee Park on 31st October, 1970. . 3742d, e, f- Early correspondence and reports on running of the Baths 1934 to 1937. . 3742g- Letter dated 19.9.1936 from the Ringwood Swimming Club to Ringwood Council requesting Clubrooms at the Baths. . 3742h- Two cards listing monthly items of interest dated 1925 to 1942. . 3742i- Ringwood Swimming and Life Saving Club Membership Cards for Kaye Maidment and William Maidment dated 9.11.58. . 3742j- Newspaper cuttings from 1928 to 1946.
Swimming Certificate for the Borough of Ringwood Municipal Baths. Proficient in swimming in 66 yards, 200 yards, and 400 yards and 1 mile and Life Saving Tests. Two good B&W pictures of Town Hall and pool.
Sample swimming certificate, cardboard, with two B&W pictures on it. At the top is a picture of the old Ringwood Town Hall, and at the bottom a picture of the Ringwood outdoor swimming pool and building.
The Ringwood Baths were constructed in 1934 in Ringwood Street and donated by Captain E.T. Miles. Brochure sets out reasons for supporting the pool - free swimming tuition, hot and cold showers, and inclusion in championship carnivals put on by the swimming club.
Borough of Ringwood - Ringwood Swimming Pool. Brochure with picture of swimming pool on front. Cream coloured bi-fold with black printing. +Additional Keywords: Miles, E.T., Capt.
Brochure shows information of Ringwood Municipal Baths- Opening hours, admission charges, history, etc.
Black and white photograph
Image shows Ringwood baths being built with men mixing concrete. Written on back of photograph- "looking Sth East".
2 images- one sepia, one black and white. Original photo taken by "Mervyne", Ringwood Studios.
Written on back of original photograph- Ringwood baths, in Ringwood Street, being built.
Black and white photograph (2 copies- 1 large, 1 small)
Written under large photograph- "Building old Ringwood swimming pool 1934, Ringwood Street.
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Newspaper clipping from "The Mail" October 26, 1993. School bill ends hopes. By Jodie Haythorne
Sweeping education reforms introduced to State Parliament last week could stop Ringwood East Primary School from fighting closure.
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A0-size (approx) map of named streets, numbered properties and locality features within City of Ringwood boundary.
Scale: 8 chains to 1 inch. City Engineer's signature in bottom right corner - Alan Robertson (City Engineer 1958-1987)
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Newspaper clipping from 1993. Era ends for 159. By State political reporter JANE SCHULZE
Education Minister Don Hayward has announced that 52 metropolitan primary schools ansd 10 secondary colleges will close befoere the start of the 1994 school year.A total of 159 schools will be closed across Victoria, 59 of which will be achieved through school mergers. The Opposition leader John Brumby condemned the school closures and said it was a precursor to more funding cuts within the education system. "The quality provision process has never been anything more than a euphemism for school closures" he said.
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Newspaper clipping from the "Mail" 19-10-93 P1. Education for 300 in turmoil, by Leonara Elliot-Bruce and Jodie Haythorne
The education of more than 300 Ringwood Primary School pupils has been thrown into turmoil following the State Government's announcement to close two local schools.Ringwood East and Norwood primary schools were told last Friday they would close at the end of the year. The principals are not happy.
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Newspaper clipping from the "Mail" 19-11-96 P7. Schools discuss merger, by Jeff Jones
A three way merger bid by Heathmont, Southwood and Ringwood Primary schools was discussed behind closed doors last week
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Newspaper clipping from the "Mail" 5-11-96 P9. Most schools unaware of any plans for merger.
Wih the State Government's position well known on school mergers, "The Mail" surveyed Maroondah's schools on the same subject. Most of the surveyed schools said they knew nothing of any planned mergers, or they did not wish to comment. No school said they were in favour of mergers in Maroondah.
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Newspaper clipping from the "Mail" 22-10-96 P5. A stitch in time. L to R : Kerryn, Jana and Felicity
Grade 4 students at Ringwood North Primary School have won the top prizes in a Royal Mellbourne Show embroidery competition. In all, seven students won prizes at the show.
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A0-size (approx) map of named streets, numbered properties and locality features within City of Ringwood boundary. Colour-coded legend identifying Existing Rec Reserves, Proposed Rec Reserves, Existing Open Space, Children's Playgrounds, and Schools.
Scale: 8 chains to 1 inch. Map picked up in Engineer's office at old town hall prior to demolition 1971.
Digitised video (1.63GB). Duration: 30 minutes. Recorded April, 2024. (Video is available for viewing at Ringwood & District Historical Society Archives by appointment)
Guest Presenter Dennis Johnston was named 2023 Maroondah Citizen of the Year for his long-standing involvement with and contribution to Biala, Ringwood. This organisation is dedicated to providing support and care for special needs children and their family.
Digitised video (1.82GB). Duration: 26minutes. Recorded April, 2024. (Video is available for viewing at Ringwood & District Historical Society Archives by appointment)
Ringwood CWA was formed on 7th March in 1946 in the small town hall, with 65 Foundation members. Even in the first meeting, there was a competition for the best scones and tomatoes. The consensus was to meeting monthly on the first Thursday. In this presentation, Lorraine Zimmerman talks of the history and some of the activities of Ringwood's CWA branch.
Celebrated in 1989 on Sunday 10th September.
John Hutchinson, Chairman of 25th Birthday Committee. A Douglas, first principal, F Russell, second, and H Fletcher, third. Contains map of celebrations and school song.
Paper receipts
AM Ibbotson, Whitehorse Road, Ringwood - artifical manures, sprays, feeds, oils, and other farming needs. Alexanders men's & boy's wear of Ringwood (Murray Place)
Two catalogues of goods to sell, from Ringwood Timber & Trading
Editorial of 15201b includes a short history of the company. In 1937, Mr S Coopersmith and son, Frank (the present Managing Director) started a fruit case manufacturing business in North Melbourne under the name of The Cooper Case Co. The business flourished, and in 1940, recognising the possibilities in and around Ringwood, an old bush sawmill and an area of land on the Maroondah Highway, were secured. Subsequent purchases have since increased this area to approximately 15 acres. It was decided to widen the activities and scope of the business and two new firms were formed. Cooper Sawmilling Co., which operated a modern sawmill, and Ringwood Timber & Trading Co., which handled the output of the sawmill and introduced builders' and general hardware lines to meet the demands of this rapidly expanding area. As Ringwood grew, so too did the organisation which was created to serve it. The principals studied timber and hardware merchandising trends overseas, and after considerable investigation the new building on Maroondah Highway was completed in 1956. Today, acclaimed as one of the most modern mills and hardware stores in the Southern Hemisphere, combining up to date machinery and handling equipment together with unique drive-in facilities and a self-selection centre. Ringwood Timber & Trading Co. are proud to offer a service unparallelled to home builders. In conformity with modern commercial practice the various firms have since been incorporated under the Victorian Companies Act and the latest accounting methods and office equipment have been installed to provide an efficient and virile administration to control the entire manufacturing and trading activities. We have a staff of over 220 personnel, each trained in their particular field to provide you, our valued client, with expert advice, quality merchandise and second-to-none service to enable you to fulfil every need in and around your home.
Three paper posters showing the proceedings of the Ringwood Xmas Carnival under the patronage of Borough of Ringwood Mayor and councillors, for 1934, 1935 and 1937
A Universal Business Directories Publication. Contains: Numerous advertisements by local business Summary of Ringwood services groups, wards, parks, schools, councillors, etc Doctor's Surgeries Index of streets Aerial maps Lists of businesses by business categories Includes the same for Croydon, Lilydale, Heathmont and Kilsyth. Some small business lists for Warrandyte, South Warrandyte, Vermont and Montrose.
Letter dated 26th October, 1964 from District Grand Recorder, Order of the Secret Monitor, District Grand Conclave of Southern Australia, 12 Dane Road, Moorabbin, Victoria, confering R.Wor. Bro. A.J.B. Aird with the rank of Past District Grand Visitor in the District Grand Conclave of Southern Australia on payment of £3-3-0 fee.
Buff coloured certificate with gold seal regarding appointment of Companion Arthur James Bromwich Aird as V.Em. Past Grand Scribe Nehemiah, in the Grand Chapter on 18th April 5962, 1962. Accompanying letter dated 26 January, 1962 from Supreme Grand Chapter of Victoria informing of the promotion and letter dated 24th April, 1962 from District Recorder, Mornington, outlining completion of formalities and wearing of 30 degree regalia on remittance of £15-15-0 fee.
Blue postmarked Airmail/Air Letter from Grand Council, O.S.M. London, dated 13th April, 1959 to A.J.B. Aird regarding accepting the Office of Past Grand Standard Bearer and ability to attend the Grand Conclave Meeting for Investiture on 13th June, 1959, at the Cafe Royal, London.
Clearance certificate and covering letter - Brother Alan Aubrey Williams, Master Mason, ceased to be a member of Prince of Wales Mark Lodge No.8 under the United Grand Lodge of Antient, Free and Accepted Masons of Victoria and is clear of all dues. Dated at St.Kilda on 31st March, 1943. Covering letter addressed to Brother Williams signed by Norman Wright, Secretary, 12th April, 1942.
Clearance certificate - Allan Aubrey Williams, Master Mason, ceased to be a member of United Grand Lodge of Antient, Free and Accepted Masons of Victoria and is clear of all dues. Dated at North Carlton on 21 February, 1928.
Two buff coloured certificates with purple seal. Certification that Brother Arthur James Bromwich Aird, being properly qualified as a Mark Master Mason and Royal Arch Mason, was - (a) duly acknowledged as a Most Excellent Master, and (b) received and greeted as a Royal Select and Super Excellent Master - in the Melbourne Council No. 56 on 1st November, 1955 & recommended to the notice, attention and protection of all illustrious and well beloved companions throughout the globe.
Buff coloured certificate with gold Lodge seal. Certification that the Past Rank of Senior Grand Warden has been conferred on Brother Arthur James Bromwich Aird. Signed by the Grand Master under the Seal of the Grand Lodge on 26th July, 1961.
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Newspaper clipping from the "Post", 18-9-96, P7. Norwood girls in finals
The Norwood Secondary College Junior Girls Football team were in high spirits for their state Grand Final berth against Kyneton today, Wednesday 18-9-96.
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Buff coloured certificate with gold Lodge seal. Certification that Brother Arthur James Bromwich Aird has been appointed to the office of Grand Registrar in the Grand Lodge of Mark Master Masons of Victoria for the ensuing twelve months. Signed by the Grand Master under the Seal of the Grand Lodge on 21st May,1952.
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Newspaper clipping from the "Post", 19-11-96, P2. Festival fever at Parkwood
Parkwood Secondary College year eight woodwork students Hayley, Leoma, Kate and Alison are perparing for the "Parkwood Festival 1996" taking place 10am-4pm on Saturday, November 30.
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Buff coloured certificate with red Lodge seal. Certification that Brother Arthur James Bromwich Aird was advanced to the honorable Degree of Mark Master on 18th August, 1936, in the Lilydale Lodge No.65on the Register of the United Grand Lodge of Mark Master Masons of Victoria. Signed by the Deputy Grand Master and given under the Seal of the Grand Lodge at Melbourne on 22nd March, 1937.
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Newspaper clipping from the "Mail", 2-12-97, P24. Award for Gracedale.
A Ringwood North nursing home became the first nursing home in Australia to be awarded Australian Quality Council recognition. Gracedale Private Nursing Home, in Warrandyte Rd, received recognition for Commitment to Business Excellence as part of the 1997 Australian Quality Awards program.
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Newspaper clipping from the "Post", 10-2-98.
The Maroondah community will lead the outer east with the development of a Public Internet Training and Access Centre. As part of the Multimedia Victoria funding allocation, a Learning Information Network and Community Service (LINCS) centre will be set-up at Eastland Shopping Centre in Ringwood.
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Buff coloured certificate with red Lodge seal. Certification that Alan Aubrey Williams is admitted into the Order on 24th November AL 5939 by the Lord Kelvin Chapter no.77 meeting at Melbourne, and is registered in the Books of the Supreme Grand Chapter on30th December A.L.5939. Signed and Seal affixed at Melbourne on 31st May A.L. 5940, A.D. 1940.
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Newspaper clipping from the "Post", Tuesday February 17, 1998. NEW PLANNING SCHEME DELAY. By Peter Di Sisto
Senior Maroondah Council planning officers remain undeterred.by a likely delay in implementing the city's draft planning scheme. Council last week moved to ask Planning and Local Government Minister Rob Maclellan to appoint an independent panel to discuss submissions on its draft scheme, released for public comment last July.
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