A magnet used in a direct marketing campaign in 2021 to encourage people to consider donating money to Legacy.

Rectangular magnet with Melbourne Legacy logo and 'I love supporting veterans' families'.

fundraising, supporters

An article by Legatee Syd Birrell about comradeship. The Legacy newsletter in the 1940s was aimed at the young junior legatees. It encouraged citizenship and values of Legacy. This article compared comradeship to dogs and cats. Cats being poor comrades and dogs being very unselfish. 'Legacy was founded on comradeship . . . In return for any help which may come your way through Legacy, it expects you to help yourself and your families. You must work hard at school or at your jobs. You must be cheerful and helpful in the home; courteous and comradely to your friends and business associates; regardful of the rights and comfort of other people at all times.'

A humorous article written by a long serving legatee.

Print out x 1 page of an article in the Legacy Newsletter in June 1949.

comradeship, junior legatees, syd birrell

A copy of a speech given by President Bill Rogers to the students at Kambrya College. He mentions the hardships of war, the high number of casualties, and troops in peace keeping operations. He mentions a poem called 'Pittance of Time' - it was written and sung by a Canadian, Terry Kelly. The first verses were: "They fought and some died for their homeland They fought and some died now it's our land Look at his little child there's no fear in her eyes Could he not show respect for other dads that have died Take two minutes would you mind It's a pittance of time For the boys and the girls who went over In peace may they rest may we never forget why they died It's a pittance of time" Document was from a folder of documents donated to the archive by Legatee Bill Rogers that related to his time as President (March 2006 - March 2008). The date is not mentioned but was likely to be 11 November 2006 or 2007.

A record of a speech given to students.

Print out x 3 pages of a speech given by President Bill Rogers to students at Kambrya College on Remembrance Day.

remembrance day, schools, speeches

A copy of a speech given by President Bill Rogers to the students at the 75th Annual Student Commemoration in 2006. He gives a background of the Gallipoli campaign and other conflicts where Australians and New Zealanders fought alongside each other. He mentions that they were about to plant a new Lone Pine tree, heled by the youngest junior legatee, Kaitlyn Brown, aged 7, whose father served in East Timor with the Army Reserve. Document was from a folder of documents donated to the archive by Legatee Bill Rogers that related to his time as President (March 2006 - March 2008).

A record of a speech given at a service of remembrance.

Print out x 4 pages of a speech given by President Bill Rogers at the Student Anzac Commemoration in 2006.

anzac commemoration for students, speeches, lone pine

A copy of a speech given by President Bill Rogers to widows at the Shrine of Remembrance in 2006. It was the annual widows' pilgrimage to the Shrine. Document was from a folder of documents donated to the archive by Legatee Bill Rogers that related to his time as President (March 2006 - March 2008).

A record of a speech given at a service of remembrance.

Print out x 1 page of a speech given by President Bill Rogers at a Widows' Pilgrimage to the Shrine in 2006.

widows' sunday, pilgrimage, speeches

A copy of a speech given by President Bill Rogers to the Mornington Peninsula Legacy Club in 2006. The topic was the 'Changing face of Legacy; New Challenges and where to from here?' He mentions a new ten year Marketing and Fundraising Strategy. Document was from a folder of documents donated to the archive by Legatee Bill Rogers that related to his time as President (March 2006 - March 2008).

A record of strategy being relayed to clubs and branches.

Print out x 3 pages of a speech given by President Bill Rogers to a Group dinner on 10 October 2006.

mornington peninsula, marketing, fundraising

A copy of a speech given by President Bill Rogers to legatees when he was reconfirmed as President for a second year. He mentions a guest speaker Les Carlyon. Document was from a folder of documents donated to the archive by Legatee Bill Rogers that related to his time as President (March 2006 - March 2008).

A record that presidential terms had increased to 2 years.

Print out x 1 page of a speech given by President Bill Rogers at a legatee luncheon in 2007.

presidents lunch, bill rogers

A copy of a speech given by President Bill Rogers to the Benalla, Euroa, Violet Town Group change over dinner in 2007. He was installing Legatee Leon Dyer as President of the Group. He mentions the 141,000 widows receiving DVA benefits. He mentions Younger Veterans Forum for veterans post 1975. Document was from a folder of documents donated to the archive by Legatee Bill Rogers that related to his time as President (March 2006 - March 2008).

A record of the branches and groups at the time.

Print out x 1 page of a speech given by President Bill Rogers to a Group dinner on 24 March 2007.

benalla, euroa, violet town, changeover dinner

A copy of speech given by President Bill Rogers to the 'At Home' function on 18 October 2007. The function was Melbourne Legacy's way of saying thank you to the many valued friends who do so much in assisting Legacy in many different ways throughout the year. Two generous cheques were presented to Legacy, by Simon Kinch of the Blackburn RSL and Jim Stevens and Ray Skals from the Watsonia RSL. Watsonia RSL had donated over $188,000 in the preceding 10 years. Document was from a folder of documents donated to the archive by Legatee Bill Rogers that related to his time as President (March 2006 - March 2008).

A record of the appreciation shown by Legacy to it's benefactors.

Print out x 2 pages of a speech given by President Bill Rogers to legatees in 2007.

fundraising, rsl, donations

A copy of report printed in the Bulletin to advise legatees about the publicity arranged for Legacy Week in 2007. The launch of the Badge appeal was held at Parliament House with the Hon. Justin Madden MLC speaking about his life as a former Junior Legatee. Television channels publicised Legacy using Ron Barassi and the Widows' Pilgrimage. Leader newspapers promoted Legacy as did Hocking Stuart Real Estate. There was also paid advertisements in newspapers and on television channels during the new. Report was written by Public Relations Officer Carmel McConnell. Document was from a folder of documents donated to the archive by Legatee Bill Rogers that related to his time as President (March 2006 - March 2008).

An insight into Legacy taking a professional approach to fundraising in 2006.

Print out x 1 page of a report printed in the Bulletin on 20 September 2007 about fundraising for Badge Week.

fundraising, marketing, public relations

A copy of speech given by President Bill Rogers when he was explaining to a meeting of Melbourne Legacy branches and groups about changes to the fundraising methods being used by Melbourne Legacy. He mentions hiring a firm DVA Navion to help with direct marketing. This was a new concept for Melbourne Legacy. Document was from a folder of documents donated to the archive by Legatee Bill Rogers that related to his time as President (March 2006 - March 2008).

An insight into Legacy taking a professional approach to fundraising in 2006.

Print out x 5 pages of a speech given by President Bill Rogers to the Legacy Club Conference in 2006.

fundraising, marketing, public relations

Legacy would be able to fundraise at the annual Fun Run at Albert Park Lake. Ron Barassi attended in 2009.

A record that celebrities helped Legacy with fund raising.

Photos taken at the Fun Run at Albert Park Lake in 2009, includes Ron Barassi.

ron barassi, fundraising

Legacy would be able to fundraise at the annual Fun Run at Albert Park Lake. Ron Barassi attended in 2009.

A record that celebrities helped Legacy with fund raising.

Photos taken at the Fun Run at Albert Park Lake in 2009, includes Ron Barassi.

ron barassi, fundraising

A badge given to school children who competed in the Legacy Junior Public Speaking contest. The contest ran from 1988 to 2021. It grew to be a national competition.

A record that Legacy provided competitors a memento for their efforts and being part of the contest.

An oval badge with white enamel and blue torch emblem. Back has a swing pin.Around the outside are the words 'Legacy Junior Public Speaking Award'.

ljpsa, speaking contest

In 2015 The Royal Australian Mint a series of 50 cent coins to commemorate the 100 years of ANZAC. This is one honouring the role of the nurses who served. It features the stained glass window from the Hall of Memory at the Australian War Memorial that as the image of nurse. It has the Legacy logo on the reverse of the card. The coin has the image of nurse attending to a wounded man with poppies and the word 'Devoted' around the outside. Text says 'Amid the squalor of trench warfare, Australian Army nurses were synonymous with duty and care - even risking their lives for their patients. The Devotion window shows a nurse, with the Red Cross as the symbol of charity.' Donated to Legacy by the family of Priscila Wardle after part of her diary was found in the archive and reunited with the family in 2021.

A record that the Royal Mint and Legacy honoured the work of First World War nurses.

An uncirculated Australian 50 cent coin in a protective pack.

nurses, world war one

An example of a badge issued by Legacy in 2023 exclusively for the Torch Society members. The Torch Society are people that have made substantial donations to Melbourne Legacy and/or have left a bequest to Legacy in their Will. The badge of Legacy is the Torch and Wreath of Laurel. The Torch signifies the undying flame of service and sacrifice of those who gave their lives for their country. The Wreath of Laurel is the symbol of our remembrance of them.

Example of a badge given in thanks to a small number of benefactors.

Badge released in 2023 for the Torch Society of Melbourne Legacy. It is made of gold coloured metal with a separate butterfly clutch.

torch society, benefactors, bequests

For Legacy's 100th Anniversary there were three limited edition bears released. This bear was new in 2023 and is in the World War 1 Air Force uniform of the type worn in 1923.

An example of the type of products sold along with Legacy Badges for fundraising in 2023.

Legacy bear dressed in an Air Force uniform from 1923 with a printed cardboard tag.

Printed tag gives the price as $25. The feet have '1923-2023' and 'Legacy' printed on them.

fundraising, legacy bear, 100th anniversary

For Legacy's 100th Anniversary there were three limited edition bears released. This bear was new in 2023 and is in the World War 1 Navy uniform of the type worn in 1923.

An example of the type of products sold along with Legacy Badges for fundraising in 2023.

Legacy bear dressed in a Navy uniform from 1923 and a printed cardboard tag.

Printed tag gives the price as $25. The feet have '1923-2023' and 'Legacy' printed on them.

fundraising, legacy bear, 100th anniversary

For Legacy's 100th Anniversary there were three limited edition bears released. This bear was new in 2023 and is in the World War 1 Army uniform of the type worn in 1923 and slouch hat with a rising sun badge.

An example of the type of products sold along with Legacy Badges for fundraising in 2023.

Legacy bear dressed in an army uniform from 1923 With a rising sun badge on slouch hat and a printed cardboard tag.

Printed tag gives the price as $25. The feet have '1923-2023' and 'Legacy' printed on them.

fundraising, legacy bear, 100th anniversary

Badge released by Legacy in 2023 for the 100th Anniversary of Legacy.

An example of merchandise released for fundraising in 2023.

Badge released in 2023 for the 100th anniversary of Legacy. It is made of gold coloured metal with white enamel oval around a torch and gold wreath, the words 100 years on a blue ribbon and Legacy in gold on the white oval. It is on a white card with blue printing showing it's value is $10. Badge has a post and a separate butterfly clutch.

100th anniversary, centenary

In 2023 The Royal Australian Mint has released a Legacy Centenary Coin. The coin is available in a limited mintage of 30,000. The reverse of the coin features a sculpted interpretation of the Legacy logo torch cupped by a pair of hands with the title text ‘Centenary of Legacy • 100 Years of Service’ circling the design around the edge of the coin. The front side of the coin features the Queen Elizabeth II Memorial Obverse which will only be featured on coins made in 2023, making this coin even more collectible. The coin was released in two different presentation cards. This one retailed for $15. The other appears with the Legacy Stamp and postmarked as a first day of issue and cost $18.95 in a limited edition of 7,000.

A record that Legacy's reputation is such that the centenary was marked by the Royal Mint and Australia Post.

An uncirculated Australian $1 coin in a protective pack.

100th anniversary, centenary

Australia Post issued a stamp featuring the Legacy Torch. It will be in general circulation as well as available as commemorative packs and first day covers. The stamp design presents the iconic branding of Legacy Australia and echoes the colours of the Australian flag. The torch design prominently placed in the stamp represents the undying flame of service and sacrifice, the foundation of Legacy’s existence. The body of the torch is presented in a gold colour, signifying generosity and compassion. In its wreath of laurel, with its points inverted in remembrance, is the guerdon of honour, to represent those who gave their lives for their country. The commemorative envelope has an image of Stan Savige and comes with the Legacy Stamp and postmarked as a first day of issue, 21st March 2023, and cost $1.50.

A record that Legacy's reputation is such that the centenary was marked by Australia Post.

A decorative envelope with the Legacy stamp and stamped with the first day of issue.

100th anniversary, centenary

In 2023 The Royal Australian Mint has released a Legacy Centenary Coin. The coin is available in a limited mintage of 30,000. The reverse of the coin features a sculpted interpretation of the Legacy logo torch cupped by a pair of hands with the title text ‘Centenary of Legacy • 100 Years of Service’ circling the design around the edge of the coin. The front side of the coin features the Queen Elizabeth II Memorial Obverse which will only be featured on coins made in 2023, making this coin even more collectible. The coin was released in two different presentation cards. Australia Post also issued a stamp featuring the Legacy Torch. It will be in general circulation as well as available as commemorative packs and first day covers. The stamp design presents the iconic branding of Legacy Australia and echoes the colours of the Australian flag. The torch design prominently placed in the stamp represents the undying flame of service and sacrifice, the foundation of Legacy’s existence. The body of the torch is presented in a gold colour, signifying generosity and compassion. In its wreath of laurel, with its points inverted in remembrance, is the guerdon of honour, to represent those who gave their lives for their country. The coin was released in two different presentation cards. One was $15. This one appears with the Legacy Stamp and postmarked as a first day of issue and cost $18.95 in a limited edition of 7,000.

A record that Legacy's reputation is such that the centenary was marked by the Royal Mint and Australia Post.

An uncirculated Australian $1 coin in a protective pack with the Legacy Stamp.

100th anniversary, centenary

Two speeches by Legatee Bill Rogers to the Benalla, Euroa, Violet Town group of Melbourne Legacy at the change over dinner in 2006 and again in 2007. He mentions the need for change as the widows were growing older, the redevelopment of Legacy House, and increasing the marketing of the Legacy brand using specialists. Document was from a folder of documents donated to the archive by Legatee Bill Rogers that related to his time as President (March 2006 - March 2008).

A record of Legacy in 2006 and 2007.

Print out x 3 pages of 2 speeches by President Legatee Bill Rogers to the Benalla, Euroa and Violet Town Group in 2006 and 2007.

benalla, euroa, violet town, bill rogers, change over

A speech by Legatee Bill Rogers to the South Eastern Group of Melbourne Legacy at the change over luncheon as he took on the role of President. He mentions the need for change as the widows were growing older, the redevelopment of Legacy House, and increasing the marketing of the Legacy brand using specialists. Also that the Torch Society had been established in April 2006. Document was from a folder of documents donated to the archive by Legatee Bill Rogers that related to his time as President (March 2006 - March 2008).

A record of Legacy in 2006.

Print out x 3 pages of a speech by incoming President Legatee Bill Rogers to the South Eastern Group in 2006.

speeches, bill rogers, torch society

A speech by Legatee Bill Rogers at the change over luncheon as he took on the role of President. He mentions using specialists such as DVA Navion in promotion, fundraising and direct marketing. This was a new endeavour for Melbourne Legacy. Document was from a folder of documents donated to the archive by Legatee Bill Rogers that related to his time as President (March 2006 - March 2008).

A record of Legacy in 2006.

Print out x 3 pages of a speech by incoming President Legatee Bill Rogers in 2006.

speeches, bill rogers, change over, fundraising

A speech by Legatee Bill Rogers at the 2005 AGM as Chairman of the Board of Management, just before he took on the role of President. He mentions using specialists such as DVA Navion in PR and fundraising and direct marketing. This was a new endeavour for Melbourne Legacy. Document was from a folder of documents donated to the archive by Legatee Bill Rogers that related to his time as President (March 2006 - March 2008).

A record of Legacy in 2005.

Print out x 2 pages of a speech by Legatee Bill Rogers to the Legacy Club of Melbourne's AGM in 2005.

speeches, bill rogers

A speech by Legatee Bill Rogers at the 2006 AGM. He mentions the changes facing Legacy, especially to recruit new members. Legacy House was to be reopened after renovations. Document was from a folder of documents donated to the archive by Legatee Bill Rogers that related to his time as President (March 2006 - March 2008).

A record of Legacy in 2006.

Print out x 2 pages of a speech by Legatee Bill Rogers to the Legacy Club of Melbourne's AGM in 2006.

speeches, bill rogers, renovations

More details to come. TBA

Booklet about Hobart Legacy's 100th anniversary.

hobart legacy, 100th anniversary, grevillea, centenary