Historical information

1951 was a year of celebration in Victoria. 9th May 1951 marked the 50th anniversary of the opening of the Australian Federal Parliament in 1901, which at that time met in Melbourne, Victoria. 13th November marked the Centenary of the opening of the first Victorian Parliament.
Cities and towns held activities and celebrations to recognise the occasion. A "Back to Wodonga" was held from Friday 9th to Saturday 7th November 1951.
Friday: Children’s Sport and Children’s Concert.
Saturday: Welcome to Visitors, Official Luncheon, Gymkhana, Official Opening and Barbecue.
Sunday: Church services, various denominations.
Monday: Ladies’ Day (Bowls, Tennis, Croquet etc.) Afternoon Garden Parties, Boxing Tournament.
Tuesday: Procession, Basket Lunch, Apex Sports Carnival, 50-50 Dance.
Wednesday: Tour of district and visit to factories. Re-unions of various organisations.
Thursday: All-day Street Fair and Carnival.
Friday: Back to School (Higher Elementary School), Wodonga Hospital Ball.
Saturday: Bonegilla Race Club meeting, Competition Sports, (Cricket, Bowls, Tennis, etc.) Farewell Parties by various organisations.

Significance

This Badge is significant because it is a memento of an important community celebration in Wodonga.

Physical description

A small enamel badge featuring both the blue and red Australian ensigns in the centre on a white background surrounded by blue text.

Inscriptions & markings

Around the edge; BACK TO WODONGA CELEBRATIONS 1951