... picking and packing work for many people, and facilitated the growth of those towns.
The first ‘Australia’ postcard was issued by the NSW postal authorities in 1875. Arguably, the most popular brand of Australian postcard was the ‘Rose Series’ postcards ...
Stories of a time in history when holidaying was a grand pastime, and when special and unique places in Victoria began to be appreciated, celebrated and shared in that iconic mode of communication: the picture postcard.
Inspired by postcards in their collections, eight historical societies developed themes to explore the history of the Mornington Peninsula.
This story is based on a touring exhibition which was initiated by the Mornington Peninsula Local History Network and the Mornington Peninsula Shire.
