Historical information

The Terminus Hotel was one of the earliest hotels in Wodonga, with clear links to the establishment of the railway line. It was an important business and meeting place from the original construction in 1873 until 1st June 1998 the Terminus Hotel when it was destroyed by fire. It provided a popular venue for social activities, including competitive darts, both through its own competition and as part of the Albury-Wodonga District Darts Association. The remains of the building were demolished in 1999. This is perpetual trophy for the Terminus Dart club based at the Terminus Hotel in Wodonga. This trophy recognises the winners of the Albury-Wodonga Darts Association Premiers 1985.

Significance

The Terminus Hotel was an important meeting place in Wodonga for more than 100 years. This item is representative of one of the social and sporting activities it provided for members of the local community.

Physical description

A trophy made from timber and metal with a representation of a darts player on the top.

Inscriptions & markings

At base: "A.W.D.D.A 1985/ PREMIERS TERMINUS EASY BEATS
Listed on front: I. BOSLEY (CAPT.)
G. MULHOLLAND (V.C.)
K. COOK
R. HUDSON
J. DE KRUIFF
D. ROWE
B. SAYERS