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Manuscript of Leslie James Wilmoth (as filmed by the AJCP), c.1950's

1 item 1 manuscript (120pp.)
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Using printed and some original sources Wilmoth describes early Dutch, Spanish and English explorations in the Pacific, discoveries of Captain Cook, the background to transportation and the preparation and arrival of the First Fleet.
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Journal of William Charles Wills (as filmed by the AJCP), 30 October 1841-13 January 1844

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Journal describing his voyage to Australia on the barque Louisa and his first two years in Australia. The journal is addressed to John Brownlow, Secretary of the Foundling Hospital. It mainly records day-to-day activities but also provides details of events leading to the formation of the first Municipal Council of Sydney. (c.400 p.)
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Papers of Terry Wills Cooke, 1794-2016

(10 ms boxes + 2 large folio boxes + 1 small phase box + 3 folders + 1 Packet)
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The collection documents the activities of the Wills family, who were pastoralists from the early 1800s, in New South Wales, Victoria and Queensland and includes: letters; personal and financial documents; diaries; maps; photographs; realia; manuscript and typescript notes;Register of deaths of the Cullin-la-ringo massacre, also referred to as the Wills Tragedy; writings, publications, research material and a family tree of Edward Wills. Much of theis material relates to the life and times of Horatio Spencer Howe Wills (1811-1861), pastoralist and politician, and his son Thomas Wentworth Wills (1835-1880), footballer and cricketer, who played a significant role in the development and establishment of Australian Rules Football.
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Wills Family Letters and Documents, 1797-1860 MS Acc17.036 is housed in Box 10 within the parent collection MS 10257 Box 1

 

Papers of Terry Wills Cooke, 1794-2016 (10 ms boxes + 2 large folio boxes + 1 small phase box + 3 folders + 1 Packet)

 

Papers regarding the Azaria Chamberlain case, 1982-1991

(3 boxes)
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Correspondence, 1982-1986; newscuttings, 1982-1990; publicity material; television and radio transcripts, 1984-1985; magazine articles, 1984-1991; and other printed material relating to the campaign in support of Lindy Chamberlain in the investigations following the death of her daughter Azaria. The collection also includes nine audio cassettes with recordings of church service, rallys and meetings relating to the Chamberlain Case, two cassettes released by the Plea for Justice Committee, a cassette tape of an interview with Betty Hocking by Alan Williams (1988) and a video (VHS) of an interview with Michael Chamberlain (1984).
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Papers of Sir Richard Williams, 1913-1971

1.65 metres (7 MS boxes + 1 Large Folio Box)
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The papers are a record of the early years of the RAAF and the role played by Sir Richard Williams. There are reports (Ellington and Salmon Reports of 1939 and 1928), correspondence with Air Force personnel and H.V.E. Evatt, then the High Court Judge. The papers include press clippings regarding World War II and defence issues and Sir Richard's career in the Air Force. There are also records concerning Sir Richard's O.B.E. award, his speeches, personal correspondence and printed material concerning aeronautics.
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Papers of Sir Richard Williams, 1913-1971 1.65 metres (7 MS boxes + 1 Large Folio Box)

 

Papers of David Williamson, 1958-2003

11.8 metres (74 boxes + 1 folio box)
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This is a comprehensive collection which comprises papers relating to Williamson's professional and personal life. The kernel of the collection consists of drafts of plays such as The coming of the stork, The removalists, Don's party, Jugglers three, What if you died tomorrow, The department, A handful of friends, The club, Travelling north, The perfectionist, Sons of Cain, Celluloid heroes, Emerald City, Siren, Top silk, Dead white males, After the ball, Corporate vibes, Face to face, The great man, A conversation, Up for grabs, Soulmates and Birthrights. Scripts for film and television work such as Peterson, Certain women, Gallipoli and The last bastion are also included along with correspondence, photographs, diaries, fan mail, receipt books, juvenilia and memorabilia.
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Papers of David Williamson, 1958-2003 11.8 metres (74 boxes + 1 folio box)

 

Little India Precinct, Harris Park, Sydney, New South Wales, 2 November 2024, 2024

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Collection of images documenting the Little India precinct in Harris Park, Sydney, New South Wales. The Little India precinct is defined as Wigram, Marion and Station Streets, and is home to many Indian eateries, fashion boutiques, stores, and businesses. The images capture restaurants and sweet shops such as Jaipur Sweets, NumNums Sweets, Chilli Bites, Ginger, Antera Grand Feast, and fashion boutique RaShi's Boutique Sydney.

Blacktown City Council's Diwali Lights Competition, Nirimba Fields, Blacktown, New South Wales, 31 October, 2024

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Collection of images documenting Blacktown City Council's Diwali Lights Competition in Nirimba Fields, Blacktown, New South Wales. Images show families posing in front of their homes, decorated with lights and Rangoli artworks, often taking the form of a lotus flower. The annual competition sees residents decorate their homes, lighting up streets with imagery and floral arrangements. $2,500 in cash prizes is offered each year for the best decorated properties across Blacktown City's 5 Wards. 'Best Street' acknowledges neighbours who come together in the spirit of Diwali to create a festive and culture-filled atmosphere in the street they each call home. Each year the street that successfully takes out this title receives a sign erected acknowledging them as the winner of 'Best Street Blacktown City Diwali Lights Competition 2024'.

50th anniversary of the Aboriginal Tent Embassy, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, 26 January 2022, 2022

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Founded on the 26th January 1972, 2022 marks the 50th anniversary of the Aboriginal Tent Embassy, one of the world's longest continuing protest sites. This collection captures some of the activities to mark the 50 year anniversary, including an Invasion Day rally, performances and displays at the site. Some images feature Euahlayi Elder Ghillar Michael Anderson, the last surviving member of the group of four men who established the embassy on the lawns of Old Parliament House.

Game Plus Fest, National Science Week, Canberra, 14-24 August, 2022

(10 photographs) : TIFF files, colour
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These photographs capture the Game Plus Fest held in Canberra on 14-24 August 2022; a celebration of games and STEM. The event was held at Canberra Technology Park and invited stallholders from VR, games, film, STEM and other related areas to explain and demonstrate their projects.