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Two brothers, a camera and the War to End All Wars. This exhibition catalogue was published to accompany a selection of photographs and ephemera from the Grinton Collection. The fascinating First World War photographs were taken by Bendigo Brothers, Jack and Bert Grinton. Please refer to the photos provided as these are of the softcover 64-page book you will receive. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
Please refer to the photos provided as they are of the book you will receive. It is in good condition throughout. The author tells the first-hand story of European settlement in the northern half of the Whycheproof Shire (Castle Donnington) including Sea Lake (Tyrrell) and Nandaly (Bimbourie). He describes the developments, hardship, fun, and frugal times commencing from 1890 until post war Australia. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
SCARCE publication. This small, informative softcover, 148-page book tells the story of the gold pioneering town of Kingower, Victoria and the history of the few families who still remained there (in 1975) and their descendants. It is not, as the author herself stated 'intended to be a complete history of Kingower'. Please refer to all the photos provided. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
Fae Hewston Stevens has written two previous books about Koronglea (Koronglea Cobbers & Koronglea Ponies). Regardless of whether you have read the previous stories or not, this 221 page one will introduce you to the delightful Dixon family and their farm and sheep station in Victoria. The illustrator is Ian Nimmo Forrest and the book has been published by Ward Lock & Co. Ltd and printed in Great Britain by Butler & Tanner Ltd. The book is in very good condition for its age. Please note the word 'read' which is written in blue biro on the opening page. Please note foxing is present on the edges of the pages. Please refer to all photos provided. The dust jacket has been covered in plastic at some stage. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
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The handle is hallmarked for Birmingham, the shaft is stamped for steel.
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Please refer to the photos provided as they are of the 191-page book you will receive. The book is in good condition throughout. It records the total transformation within only 30 years of a Bedouin society into a country with the world's highest per capita income. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
This book is number two in the Susan series. The original edition was published in 1955. Please refer to all photos provided as these are of the book you will receive. For its age the book is in good condition throughout although there is tanning to some pages. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
This is a scarce title, published by the Pinnaroo Historical Society in 2006. This 336-page book is in very good condition throughout. Please refer to the photos provided as they are of the book you will receive. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
This book is new and still sealed in shrink-wrap. For information regarding the book refer to the photo showing the back cover. It is the story of how the Tibetan national football team came to be. Any questions? Please ask prior to purchase. -
The author, David Holmgren, is a co-founder of the permaculture concept. The book focuses on the permaculture design and development of Melliodora, a property at Hepburn in Victoria which is one of the best documented and well-known permaculture demonstration sites in Australia. It provides a case study in cool climate permaculture from 1985 -1995 and details the decade of sustainable living practices implemented on the site. The cover features an aerial photograph of the property. Please refer to the photos provided as they are of the publication you will receive. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
This paperback/softcover publication of 48 pages was written and illustrated by Ellen Lee Osterfield. It was based on her personal experiences of travelling with her parents and understanding the highs and lows of life on the road. Please refer to the photos provided as these are of the book you will receive. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
This publication, especially as a first edition, is scarce. At its peak, Inglewood was one of the richest gold mining areas of Victoria. The author was born in Inglewood and this book is the result of years of research. It is a paperback/softcover publication of 136 pages. For its age it is in good clean condition throughout. Please check all the photos provided to ascertain the condition for yourself. Note that the bottom right hand corner of the front cover has lifted over time. Any questions? Please ask them prior to purchase. -
This is a scarce book and is a hardback copy of 267 pages with dustjacket. Please refer to all photos provided to ascertain its condition as the photos are of the book you will receive. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. The price includes postage and handling, Australia wide. -
Please refer to all the photos provided to ascertain whether you are happy with the condition of this book. Note the dark smudged marks and the tear to top of page. The photos provided are of the book you will receive. Considering the age of this book it is in relatively good condition. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
The Golden Circle Cannery was at Northgate in Brisbane. Please refer to the photos provided as these are of the book you will receive. Note a small dark mark on the title page. For its age the book is in good condition throughout. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
Only 500 of these 144-page books were printed, making it a scarce publication. It was the culmination of years of research by the author and has been printed on quality paper with a full-colour dust jacket with gold blocking. At the back of the book are a number of appendices, including a list of 3500 names of miners and the mines in which they worked. The text of the book is illustrated with more than 200 photographs, as well as drawings, maps and some technical descriptions. Please refer to all the photos provided and note the inscription by the author to the initial purchaser. Any questions? Please make contact prior to purchase. -
This is a 383 page hardback book with dustjacket published in 1985 by Brown Prior Anderson Pty Ltd, Burwood Victoria. It is in good condition throughout. The book provides a comprehensive history of the town of Heathcote and the surrounding Shire of McIvor. Major Mitchell led the first European exploration through the district in 1836. By 1852 the European population was nearing 400 and the indigenous population was estimated to be approximately 30. Gold was discovered in 1853 and the rush was on. Please refer to all photos provided. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
A small, scarce softcover booklet produced for the 'Return to Arnold' celebrations of March 25th and 26th in 1967. Please refer to the photos provided as they are of the item you will receive. Any questions? Please make contact prior to purchase. -
Please refer to the photos provided as these are of the 189-page hardback book with dustjacket that you will receive. The book is in good condition throughout. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
Please refer to the photos provided as these are of the 118-page hardback book with dustjacket that you will receive. This is a scarce 1981 edition of this title and is in good condition throughout. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
This 167-page softcover/paperback book brings to life the wider world in which Albert Facey lived his fortunate life. It also uncovers something about his family's history which perhaps he never knew. It is an evocative exploration of Australia's social history. Please refer to the photographs provided as these are of the book you will receive. The book is in good condition throughout but note that there is rubbing to the inside rear cover where possibly a sticker has been removed. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
Please refer to the photos provided as these are of the 224-page hardback book you will receive. The book presents outdoor public sculpture but does not include mosaics, murals and footpath decorations. The book is in good condition throughout. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
John Marsden spent his adult life engaging with young minds. His experience as a founder and principal of two schools allowed him to be a daily witness to the process of growing up. In this book John pulls together all he learnt from over forty years' experience working with and writing for young people, to assist them to grow up and be happy in the 21st century. Please refer to the photos provided as they are of the book you will receive, Any queries? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
Lindy Chamberlain was accused of killing her then nine week-old baby Azaria while camping at Uluru (then known as Ayers Rock). Lindy maintained from the beginning that she had seen a dingo leaving the tent where Azaria was sleeping. The prosecution case was circumstantial and depended upon forensic evidence that was eventually found to be deeply flawed. She and her husband Michael, co-accused, were officially pardoned in 1987 and had their convictions quashed by the Supreme Court of the Northern Territory in 1988. This is Lindy's version of the story. It is a heavy book of 768 pages. Please refer to the photos provided as these are of the book you will receive. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
If you loved watching this multi-award winning, critically acclaimed and much-loved ABC TV series you can enjoy it all over again with this book. This book features the scripts of all sixteen episodes across Series One and Two. Please refer to the photos provided as these are of the book you will receive. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase, , -
This is a most useful reference book by interior design expert, Barty Phillips. The book is divided into eras and highlights the styles of each era. It includes ceiling and wall lights, table lamps and floor lamps. Please refer to the photos provided as they are of the book you will receive. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
Normie Rowe's career saw periods of success, including a stint as a television actor and an acclaimed performance in Les Miserables. In the 1960s he experienced immense popularity and was crowned Australia's king of Pop in 1968. He then faced challenges during and after his Vietnan War Service. Please refer to the photos provided and note that the book has been signed by Normie Rowe 'To Donna'. Any questions? Please ask prior to purchase. -
This small paperback book of 244 pages was first published in 1934 and its purpose is to present a 'factual, gossipy account of the 'Believe-it-or-Not' features of Australia's remarkable bird-life'. The author is well qualified on the subject having formerly been President of the Royal Australasian ornithologist's Union, Naturalists' Club of Queensland and Field Naturalists' Club of Victoria. Please refer to all photos provided as these are of the book you will receive. Note the former owner's name is present. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
This 206-page, softcover book is very hard to find. It details the history of settlement along part of Major Mitchell's Line, featuring the Rivers Murray, Loddon & Avoca. Researched and written by Grant Angus with Colin Heggen and John Jobson. There is an extensive Surname Index at the rear of the book. Please note there is an inscription by the author to Jim. Please also note the small circular stains on pages viii up to page nine. Apart from that the book is in very good condition. Please refer to all the photos provided as these are of the book you will receive. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
This publication marks a great milestone in the history of the northern Victoria town, Rochester, on its centenary celebrations. It is a record of its history and progress, with many illustrations and photographs. Please refer to the photographs I have provided as these are of the book you will receive. Note the two small brown marks on the upper side edge of book. For its age this softcover/paperback book is in very good condition. Any questions? Please ask prior to purchase. -
This book shares exquisitely beautiful photographs capturing family, nature and community from the north-east of Victoria. A special book to keep or gift. Please refer to the photographs provided as these are of the book you will receive. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
There is no date on this book but I think it would have been published around the 1950s. Peg Maltby (1899-1984) was an English born Australian book illustrator and children's writer. She is best known for 'Peg's Fairy Book' first published in 1944 which sold more than 180,000 copies. Please refer to the photos provided to assess the condition of this book and note the marks on the back cover. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
'The Shearers' is a visual celebration of the men and women who work the sheds from images taken across Australia. This copy has been signed. Please refer to the photos provided as they are of the book you will receive. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
This is a short history of the Northern Territory told in the 312 pages of this hardback book with dustjacket. Please refer to the photographs provided as these are of the book you will receive. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
A record of life in the small Victorian Western District town of Dunkeld (population 400) and the surrounding countryside, through the photographs taken by Richard Crawley over a period of 18 months. Please refer to the photos provided as these are of the 124-page hardback book with dustjacket you will receive. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
John Wells, himself a Gippslander, has created a colourful tapestry of human endeavour and achievement which is an absorbing historical study and an enduring tribute to the pioneers of Gippsland. Please refer to the photos provided as these are of the 181-page hardback book with dustjacket you will receive. Note the scuff on the rear dustjacket. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
The author's message in this 223-page hardcover book about creating welcoming interiors is to apply a 'no rules approach'. Use what you love to create rooms that tell your personal story. Every room can become part of that story. Design your rooms and fill them with interest and meaning. Please refer to the photos provided as these are of the book you will receive. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
This hardback book with dustjacket of 192 pages explores a number of major Dreamtime myths as well as the songlines, ceremonies and other spiritual practices which make up Aboriginal life. It contains stunning colour photographs. Please refer to the photos provided as these are of the book you will receive. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
French baking can be chic and simple. With just a few basic pieces of baking equipment and Manon's shortcuts you will be set to create French pastries & desserts etc. Please refer to the photos provided as these are of the book you will receive. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
This is a complete guide to making Australian wildflowers for your cakes. The authors specialise in this topic and have regularly exhibited at many shows in Victoria and NSW. It is a hardback of 96 pages. Note there is black texta mark across the lower edge (refer photo). Please refer to all the photos provided as these are of the book you will receive. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
This softcover/paperback book of 224 pages is a rich collaboration between poet, Barry Hill and painter, John Wolseley. It is published by UWAP, an imprint of UWA Publishing, a division of the University of Western Australia. Please refer to the photos provided as these are of the book you will receive. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
A most informative paperback/softcover book of 313 pages which presents the history of agriculture in the Bendigo district from 1835 to 1985. Please refer to the photographs provided as these are of the book you will receive. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
This booklet is a reproduced catalogue from January 1953. Please refer to the photos provided as they are of the item you will receive. Any queries? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
A beautiful 185-page softcover/paperback book with contributions from some of Australia's finest including Maggie Beer. Published by Fremantle Arts Centre Press. Please refer to the photos provided as these are of the book you will receive. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
Waanyarra is a locality in north central Victoria in the Shire of Loddon. Waanyarra has its legends and myths set around the early gold rush days of the 1850s. This softcover/paperback book of 196 pages relates many of these stories and records the events of the time. The book contains an abundance of photographs with over fifty family histories and stories contributed. Please refer to the photos provided as these are of the book you will receive. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
Published in Australia by the Australian Institute of Aboriginal Studies. Printed in Australia by Hedges and Bell Pty Ltd Maryborough, Victoria. Please refer to the photos provided as these are of the 280-page paperback book you will receive. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
Please refer to the photographs provided as these are of the 256-page softcover book you will receive. This edition was printed in Australia. Cover design by Ian James. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
This listing is for a pair of brass opposing collar badges for the 23rd Light Horse (Barossa) 1930-42. Their motto was 'Swift and Sure' and they received battle honours for ANZAC, Gallipoli 1915, Egypt 1915. The lugs on the reverse are intact. Please refer to both photos provided. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
This listing is for one trade badge proficiency, qualification Skill-At-Arms & Trade 'Rough Rider'. Three lugs on the reverse are intact. Please refer to both photos provided. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
This listing is for a pair of opposing collar badges for the 11th Light Horse Q.M.I. Queensland Mounted Infantry, Darling Downs Regiment based in Toowoomba Qld. 1930-42. The lugs on the reverse are intact. Please refer to both photos provided. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
This listing is for a pair of opposing collar badges for the 5th Light Horse - Wide Bay & Burnett, Queensland Mounted Infantry QMI, 1930-42. The lugs on the reverse are intact. Please refer to both photos attached. Any questions? Please ask prior to purchase. -
This listing is for a pair of brass opposing collar badges for the 9th Light Horse (Flinders Light Horse) 1930-42. Lugs on the reverse are intact. Please refer to both photos provided. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
This listing is for a pair of opposing collar badges for the 2nd Light Horse (Moreton Light Horse Queensland Mounted Infantry)1930-42. The lugs on the rear are intact. Please refer to both photos provided as these are of the item you will receive. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
This listing is for one badge for the 18th Light Horse Regiment (Adelaide Lancers) which was a citizens' military force formed post WW1 (1921-42). Both lugs on the rear are intact. Please refer to both photos provided as these are of the item you will receive. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase.