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This 128 page paperback book provides a history of the fishing industry in Geraldton and gives the history of the industry prior to 1939. It was written by well-respected Geraldton identity, Russell Cooper. For those interested in or keen to learn this is a great book to have on the fishing history in Western Australia. Please refer to all photos provided. The knife shown in photos is not included in the purchase but used to prop open the pages. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
The author John Wells, himself a Gippslander, through his research and oral history endeavours has written a book crammed full of fascinating information about the area's history and its people. The 181 page paperback book is in good condition throughout. Note please some indentations on the back cover. The knife shown in some photos is not included in the sale but as a prop to hold pages open. Please check all photos provided. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
In May 1934 Ola Cohn's task was completed when she dedicated the fairy tree to the children of Melbourne. Ola Cohn died in 1964. The tree is a memorial to her skill and artistry. This book is now over 50 years old. It is a 1972 first edition hardback with dustjacket. The text is written by Sonja Delander and the photography is provided by Rick Buckingham. It was published by Mullaya Publications in Canterbury Victoria. Please refer to all photos provided. The knife in some photos is not included in the sale but to allow the pages to be propped open for a photo to be taken. Please note some marks present on the rear dustjacket and some foxing on the inside of dustjacket. The book is in good overall condition for its age. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
A new prayer, a new poem, for a new century. John Marsden is a leading Australian author for young adults. The opening words ".... May the road be free for the journey, May it lead where it promised it would... " lead to a compelling and provocative text that speaks to both young and old, expressing the deeply held hopes and fears that we all recognise. " May fears always have names", "May those who live in the shadows be seen by those who live in the sun." Illustrated with paintings, photographs, and collages, this call from the heart contains a message we all wish for our loved ones. This hardback book with dustjacket is in great condition. Please refer to all photos provided. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
This is a heavy, soft cover publication with 504 pages from the Ararat 150th Anniversary Committee, Ararat 2007, edited by Danny & Judy Barry.
It has 150 short biographies on the people, events and places who figured in Ararat's history. This would be a great reference book or a welcome gift for those with ties to Ararat, Victoria. It is in good condition overall. Please refer to all photos provided. Any questions? Please get in touch.
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This publication traces the history of the most famous fashion house in the world, from its conception in 1946 to the modern era. Essays by leading figures in the world of fashion, combined with archive photography offer an insight into the soul of the company. This 1994 soft cover publication of 64 pages is presented by the Powerhouse Museum is association with Christian Dior, Paris and the Union Francaise des Arts du Costume, Paris. The knife shown in the photos is to hold the pages open and not included in the sale. The book is in good overall condition. Having a white cover means that marks show up readily. Please refer to the photo showing the back cover with some smudgy marks. Please refer to all photos provided. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
In 1949 the Snowy Mountain Scheme was born. It was a massive engineering project to divert the waters of the mountain streams inland to the Murray and Murrumbidgee rivers, providing water for irrigation and hydroelectric power. There have been many books about the men involved however this is the first book about the women, young and old, who made the Snowy their lives. This is a paperback consisting of 112 pages which was published in 1998 by Kangaroo Press. The author Kirsty McGoldrick was at the time a working journalist living on the NSW Cental Coast. The book is in good condition throughout. Please refer to the photos provided. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
Senior Cadet, 2nd Battalion Victoria (Australia) brass badge circa 1907? Please correct me if you know otherwise. Motto 'Pro Deo Et Patria' (For God and Country). The two lugs on the reverse are intact. Please refer to both photos provided. Any questions? Please get in touch. Product ID: 019 -
Scarce 1st Armoured Car Regiment brass hat badge. Motto 'Celere Exploratu' (Quickly Explored). Dated 1930-1942. The two lugs on reverse are intact. Please refer to both photos provided. Any questions? Please get in touch. Product ID: 017 -
Scarce 7th Light Horse Regiment (Australian Horse) brass hat badge, pre 1943. Motto 'For Hearths And Homes'. The two lugs on the reverse are intact. Please refer to both photos provided. Any questions? Please get in touch. Product 016 -
12th Light Horse Regiment (Mounted Unit of the Australian Army). Raised in NSW in 1915 as part of the AIF (Australian Imperial Forces) for service during WW1. The unit fought at Gallipoli as reinforcements as well as the Sinai and Palestine campaign and were also instrumental in suppressing the 1919 Egyptian Uprising. Motto 'Virtutis Fortuna Comes' (Fortune Favours The Brave). Both lugs on the reverse are intact. Please refer to both photos provided. Any questions? Please get in touch. Product ID: 015 -
Scarce 12th Australian Light Horse Tasmanian Mounted Infantry white metal hat badge, 1900-1912.Motto 'Pro Rege Et Patria' (For King and Country). Manufactured by Gaunt, 53 Conduit St. London. The three lugs on the reverse are intact. Please refer to both photos provided. Any questions? Please get in touch. Product 014 -
1st/21st Light Horse Regiment NSW Lancers brass hat badge, 1929-1937. Correct me please if this date range is incorrect. The four lugs on the reverse are intact. Please refer to both photos provided. Any questions? Please get in touch. Product 013 -
Scarce 14th Australian Light Horse (QMI) Queensland Mounted Infantry white metal hat badge, 1900-1912. The Queensland Mounted Infantry was a Light Horse militia regiment prior to WW1. Both lugs on the rear are intact. Please refer to both photos provided. Any questions? Please get in touch. Product ID: 012 -
Scarce 15th Light Horse Northern Rivers Lancers (Northern NSW militia unit) white metal hat badge, 1930-1942. The two lugs on rear are intact. Please check both photos provided. Any questions? Please get in touch. Product ID: 011 -
Scarce 16th A.L.H. South Australian Mounted Rifles hat badge, C 1908 but I stand corrected if this date in incorrect. Combination of white metal and overlay of gilt? around the outer edge. Motto 'Equis, Armis Virtute' (By Horses, Arms and Virtue). The two lugs on reverse are intact. Please refer to both photos provided. Any questions? Please get in touch. Product 010 -
6th Light Horse MR (Mounted Rifles) NSW, Australia white metal cap badge, C 1930-1942. Motto 'Toujours Pret' (Always Ready). Note some discolouration on the lower front left hand side. The two lugs on the reverse are intact. Please check both photos provided. Any questions? Please get in touch. Product ID: 009 -
Pair of 4th Light Horse Regiment (Corangamite Light Horse) brass, opposing collar badges, 1930-1942. Motto 'Prest D'Accomplir' (Ready to Accomplish). Each badge has intact lugs on reverse. Note that the lugs are in differing positions on each badge. Please check both photos. Any questions? Please get in touch. Product ID: 008
