Historical information

Syd Cuffe was the Portland Town Crier from 1983 to 2013.
The role of Town Crier was created for Syd Cuffe in 1983 in the lead up to Portland’s 150th anniversary celebrations held in 1984-85.  200 items from Mr. Cuffe’s estate were donated to the Glenelg Shire Cultural Collection. The items relate to his town crying activities and community work across the Shire and further afield.

Physical description

Framed certificate, under glass, white, black print, black and pale blue wooden frame, gilded. Presented to Syd Cuffe, by the Shire of Corio, 7th Nov 1992, in recognition of his participation in the National Town Criers Championship.

Inscriptions & markings

Front: SIGNED BY Mayor, biro, faded
Back: White sticker, red print, Framer's details