The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 in to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989.

CD entitled "A Cure for All Ills: Medicine in Bendigo 7 Feb - 10th August 2014". The CD contains eleven recordings of nurses who trained in Bendigo relating their experiences. The Sound Tracks are: 8495.75a Diane 8495.75b Craig DeLacy 8495.75c Joan O'Shea 8495.75d Gladys Thompson 8495.75e Jenny Clutterbuck 8495.75f Liz 8495.75g Lysle Lindria 8495.75h Mavis 8495.75i Nancy Shaw 8495.75j Norma Holmberg Nursing in Elmore 8495.75k Peter Rosewall

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The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989.

School 64 commenced 19/8/1964 18 Female Nurses are in uniform. Three rows, the front row seated and the second and third row standing.

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The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989.

Nurses with Tutor and Skeleton, schools 64 and 63. Two photos of Six nurses and Tutor Jack Hutley (with stick) standing around a skeleton. Behind them are body charts and props. On rear of Photos the nurses names are written, however their position in the photos are difficult to work out: Schools 63 and 64, Tutor Jack Hutley, Nurses R. L.Heath, B. L. Abbott, J. M. Wood, P. A. Tuohey, Denise O'Sullivan, Lyn Heath, Northern District School of Nursing, 37 Rowan Street Bendigo. BCV8 Bendigo

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The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989.

School 54 in practical room at Lister House with "Bedford" Doll. Six nurses and turor standing around the doll who is in a hospital bed. From Rear of Photo: L-R Lyn Mann, Sue Brown, Helen Tyers, ?, Glen Gardner, Bev Code The tutor is Betty Miller, School 64 and 63 (1964-67)

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The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989.

School 63 commenced 15/7/1964 22 Female Nurses are in uniform. Three rows, the front row seated and the second and third row standing.

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The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989.

School 62 commenced 19/2/1964 25 Female Nurses are in uniform. Three rows, the front row seated and the second and third row standing.

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The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989.

School 61 Small "Brownie Box Camera" type of Black and White photo of Group of nurses in front of Lister House of a group of nurses.

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The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989.

School 61 commenced 15/1/1964 11 Female Nurses are in uniform, and two tutors. Two rows, the front row seated and the second row standing.

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The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989.

School 60 commenced 9/20/1963 17 Female Nurses are in uniform. Three rows, the front row seated and the second and third row standing.

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The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989.

Schools 59, 61, 62. Two black and white photos of nurses studying. Nurses are sitting in modern 1960s chairs around a coffee table. 8590.31a On rear of photo: Kristina Kossopolous, Barabara McMaster, School 59 (P.T.S. Aug 1963) Yvonne Johnstone - Bailey (Dixon) Tutor NDSN 20/11/74 to 4/7/1976 Bendigo, Bendigo Base Students 8590.31b L. Christina Kossopolous, School 61, Barbara McMaster ? School 59-60. Yvonne Baily School 62 Bendigo

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The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989.

School 59 27 Female Nurses are in uniform and 2 males. Three rows, the front row seated and the second and third row standing. On the rear of Photo: Back Row L-R: R. Baker, J. Thompson, C.Ashman, A. Hassett, B. McMaster, G. Hooton, M. Ellis, J. Lingham, M. Harris. Middle Row L-R: L. Dunn, J. Drummond, J. Bursill, J. Tasker, M. Larmour, D. Boston, W. Epps, L. Rowe, A Dalton, W. Millar, E. 'den Brinker. Front Row L-R: S. Goodear, E. Barich, K. Walker, ? , B. Boyd, ? , A Letcher, M. Dalrymple, L. Stapleton.

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The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989.

School 58 and 59 nurses in the dining room at Lister House 25/4/1962.. Two copies of photograph. One rear of one is written: Front table, G.E. Hefford, J. Phemister, K. Harbrock.

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The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989.

School 58 Black and White photo of five nurses in the garden at Lister House. On the rear of the photo is written: Northern District School of Nursing 37 Rowan Street, Bendigo, Front Garden - old building, School 58 24/4/1963. Left to Right: L.A. Lawton, P.A. Ripon, ?, Jenny Ayson (Deceased BBH), ?

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The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989.

School 58 Black and White photo of five nurses in the garden at Lister House. On the rear of the photo is written: Northern District School of Nursing 37 Rowan Street, Bendigo, Front Garden - old building, School 58 24/4/1963. Left to Right: L.A. Lawton, P.A. Ripon, ?, Jenny Ayson (Deceased BBH), J. Hooper

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The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989.

Schools P.T.S. 39 (Aug 1958) and 58 (Aug 1963) Girls from Swan Hill. Four pages of small portrait photos, nine portrait to a page, all with names. Donated by Mrs Val Steggall. 8590.26a Beveley Giddings, Maureen Deveraux,Patricia Purcell 8590.26b Moira Lyons, Wendy Fletcher, Eileen Harrington 8590.26c Cristine Cheney, Jennie Bell, Heather Dunstone 8590.26d Thelma Hicks. Greta Hercott, Barbara Robertson 8590.26e Jeanette Belcher, Rosemary Grinham, Leonie Berrett 8590.26f Lynette Wendel, Helen Palmer, Liz Looney 8590.26g Elizabeth Looney, Beryl Elford, Shirley Christenson 8590.26h Noreen Bryant, Elaine Cameron, Marlene Wishart 8590.26i Denise Read, Rhonda Williams, Jennifer Thomson 8590.26j Lorraine O'Bree, Judith Williams, Lesley Maloney, 8590.26k Janet Morris, Helen palmer, Velma Goulding, 8590.26l Faye Mason, Maureen Bryant, Marg Buesnell.

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The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989.

P.T.S. School 58 commenced 24/4/1963 24 Female Nurses and one tutor are in uniform. Three rows, the front row seated and the second and third row standing.

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The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989.

School 57 - Oral examination of a child. A male doctor is holding a penlight and spatula to examine a child's mouth with assistance from a third year nurse who supports the child's head. From the rear of the photo is written: Nr Adeline McKenzie School 57 P.T.S. 13/2/1963, Dr J. ? Zammitt ? MD, Martin Washington, the Bendigo Photographer.

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The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989.

School 57. Photo and photocopy (with names) of 15 girls on Graduation night. On Front of Photocopy, the following name, and School 57 Feb-Mar 1963 Back Row L-R: B. Robertson, T. Vance, R. Cable, H.Killingbeck, H. Worsley, L. Monsant, H. Paton (ex RMH), L. O'Dwyer, J. Tonlin, Middle Row L-R: P. Anlezark, Unknown, Front Row L-R: L. Pittock, S. MacKenzie, M. Forrest, M. Clark

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The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989.

School 57 commenced 13/2/1963 21 Female Nurses are in uniform. Three rows, the front row seated and the second and third row standing. Photo by L.A. Hughes, Bendigo.

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The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989.

School 56 commenced 3/10/1962 15 Female Nurses are in uniform. Three rows, the front row seated and the second and third row standing.

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The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989.

School 55 commenced 1/8/1962 23 Female Nurses are in uniform. Three rows, the front row seated and the second and third row standing.

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The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989.

Schools 47 and 48 in Dining room at Lister House. 25/4/1962 Black and white photographs; possibly the open day of the new dining room. Nurses are in full uniform with capes and caps. On Rear of photo is written: Northern District School of Nursing Staff dining room, 1962/63 Schools 47 and 48. On the extreme left are: Margot Scott (Ass. Dean Education), ?, Miss Long

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The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989.

P.T.S. Training school 54 in dining room at Lister House. 25/4/1962 Black and white photographs; one small and an enlargement copy. Six nurses in capes and caps lining up for service at the counter with two ladies in unform ready to serve them. Miss Long's residence through the glass door can be seen. On Rear of photo is written: Northern District School of Nursing Staff dining room. School 54 P.T.S. 25/4/1962 From left to Right: Denise Read, Lois Letcher (Now Hodge), June Phemister, Elaine Cameron, Heather McBeth (Now Cox), Elva Fenton Domestic Staff: Mrs Harrison and Mrs I Norman.

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The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989.

P.T.S. Training school 54 and 59 in dining room at Lister House. 25/4/1962 Black and white photographs; one small and an enlargement copy. On Rear of photo is written: Northern District School of Nursing Staff dining room. School 58 P.T.S. 25/4/1962 and School 59 - Front Table L. Letcher PTS 59 and E. Cameron PTS 54

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The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989.

P.T.S. Training school 54 25/4/1962 Black and white photograph; of a group of 26 female nurses in three rows, the first row sitting and the second and third standing. Back Row: Bev Hay, Doreen Brie, Jill Holland, Peggy Lyons, Pauline Schultz, Lenny Watts, Eileen Coleman, June Phemister, Denise Reade. Middle Row: Maureen Deveraux, Jenny Thompson, Eileen McGauchie, Diane Cutts, Liz Hefford, Elaine Erhardt, Rona Toohey, Kath Thorbridge. Front Row: Elaine Cameron, Dot Foyster, Jan Aitken, Lois Letcher, Dorothy Atkinson, Faye Horneman, Heather McBeth, Elva Fenton, Noeleen Christopher.

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The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989.

Training school 53 Finals Night at the Shamrock Hotel. Black and white photograph; of a group of 6 nurses from Mildura Back Row: Val Jones, Carol McArthur, Judy Alkinson, Sue Harcoan, Front Row: Janene Grelis, Jan Dowsley

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The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989.

Training school 53 Finals Night at the Shamrock Hotel. Black and white photograph; of a group of 16 nurses from four seated and 12 standing. Front Row: Sue Harcoan, Maybe Vappie Virsu??, Val Jones, ?? Back Row: Jan Mackay, Juanita Howe, Robyn Gall, Erol Wise, Coral McArthur, Judy Clover, Wendy Fletcher, Jan Dowsley, Janene Grelis, Desre Stone, Vivian Cocks, Judy Atkinson.

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The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989.

Training school. Black and white photograph; of a group of 12 trained nurses from Mildura and Swan Hill, all standing.. Front three: Judy Atkinson, Sue Harcoah, Val Jones, Middle five: Doreen Brine, Marg Nash, Eileen Coleman, Dallas Williams, Diane Cutts, Back four: Janene Grelis, Carol McArthur, Jan Dowsley, Marg Marshman.

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The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989.

P.T.S.Training school 53 commenced 7/2/1962. Black and white photograph; of a group of 25 Females students in nurses' uniforms; and one tutor, in three rows, front row sitting on the chairs, second and third rows standing.

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The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989.

Training school 52 commenced 4/10/1961. Black and white photograph; of a group of 13 Females students in nurses' uniforms; in two rows, front row sitting on the chairs, second standing.

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