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Public Library, Melbourne [postcard, 19 April 1943]

23 December 2023 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photograph the State Library of Victoria, is dated 19 April 1943.] [Front of postcard] Public Library, Melbourne. [Description: A photograph of the State Library of Victoria, at 328 Swanston Street, … [Read more...] about Public Library, Melbourne [postcard, 19 April 1943]

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Greetings from Australia [postcard, circa 1940s-1950s]

23 December 2023 · Leave a Comment

Postcard, with a photograph of a koala in a tree, circa 1940s or 1950s

Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photograph of a koala in a tree, is undated; however, it is believed to have been published in the 1940s or 1950s.] [Front of postcard] Greetings from Australia 29. — Koala — Native … [Read more...] about Greetings from Australia [postcard, circa 1940s-1950s]

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Native Bear [postcard, circa 1940s-1950s]

21 December 2023 · Leave a Comment

Postcard, with a picture of a koala in a tree (circa 1940s or 1950s)

[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a picture of a koala in a tree, is undated; however, it is believed to have been published in the 1940s or 1950s.] [Front of postcard] Native Bear. When the moon is brightly shining And all things seem wondrous … [Read more...] about Native Bear [postcard, circa 1940s-1950s]

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The Man with the Donkey [postcard, monument of Simpson and his donkey, circa 1940s-1950s]

21 December 2023 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photo of a monument of Simpson and his donkey, is undated; however, it is believed to have been published in the 1940s or 1950s.] [Front of postcard] “The Man with the Donkey.” Domain. Melbourne, … [Read more...] about The Man with the Donkey [postcard, monument of Simpson and his donkey, circa 1940s-1950s]

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Cute baby koalas at Lone Pine Brisbane [postcard, circa 1940s-1950s]

20 December 2023 · Leave a Comment

Postcard, with a photograph of ten young koalas sitting on a log, at the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary.

[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photograph of ten young koalas sitting on a log, at the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary (Brisbane, Qld.), is undated; however, it is believed to have been published in the 1940s or 1950s.] [Front of postcard] Cute baby … [Read more...] about Cute baby koalas at Lone Pine Brisbane [postcard, circa 1940s-1950s]

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A Bright & Happy New Year [postcard, 4 January 1917]

20 December 2023 · Leave a Comment

Postcard, with a picture of a child with the Union Jack and the Australian Red Ensign, 1917.

[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a picture of a child with the Union Jack and the Australian Red Ensign, is postmarked 4 January 1917 (Sydney).] [Front of postcard] A Bright & Happy New Year Take this New Year Greeting From one who holds you … [Read more...] about A Bright & Happy New Year [postcard, 4 January 1917]

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The Australian Museum, Sydney, N.S.W. [postcard, circa 1950s]

20 December 2023 · 2 Comments

Postcard, with a photograph of the Australian Museum in Sydney (NSW).

[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photograph of the Australian Museum in Sydney (NSW), is undated; however, it is believed to have been published in the 1950s.] [Front of postcard] The Australian Museum, Sydney N.S.W. Sydney. … [Read more...] about The Australian Museum, Sydney, N.S.W. [postcard, circa 1950s]

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The Reserve, Maroondah Dam, Healesville [postcard, 5 January 1953]

19 December 2023 · 2 Comments

[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photograph of the Reserve, at the Maroondah Dam, Healesville (Victoria), is dated 5 January 1953.] [Front of postcard] The Reserve, Maroondah Dam, Healesville. No. 11. [Description: A photograph of the Reserve, … [Read more...] about The Reserve, Maroondah Dam, Healesville [postcard, 5 January 1953]

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The Man with the Donkey [postcard, monument of Simpson and his donkey, circa 1950-1954]

19 December 2023 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This postcard (unused), which incorporates a photo of a monument of Simpson and his donkey, is undated; however, it is believed to have been published circa 1950-1954.] [Front of postcard] The Rose Series P. 10724 Copyright. “The Man with the … [Read more...] about The Man with the Donkey [postcard, monument of Simpson and his donkey, circa 1950-1954]

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Coogee Bay, Sydney, N.S.W. [postcard, 10 December 1906]

16 December 2023 · 2 Comments

Postcard, with a photograph of Coogee Bay (Sydney, NSW), 1906

[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photograph of the beach at Coogee Bay (Sydney, NSW), is dated 10 December 1906 (postmarked Melbourne, 11 December 1906).] [Front of postcard] Coogee Bay, Sydney, N.S.W. Swain & Co., Sydney. … [Read more...] about Coogee Bay, Sydney, N.S.W. [postcard, 10 December 1906]

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A Gum Leaf from the Golden South [postcard, version 3, 27 June 1911]

12 December 2023 · Leave a Comment

Australian postcard with map of Australia and a gum leaf, 27 June 1911

[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a map of mainland Australia (with a gum leaf made from leather), is dated 27 June 1911.] [Front of postcard] A Gum Leaf from the Golden South. The Bush without it’s Gum Leaves (Although it’s lost this one) Would be … [Read more...] about A Gum Leaf from the Golden South [postcard, version 3, 27 June 1911]

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A.M.S. Mariposa and Sydney Harbour Bridge [postcard, circa 1932-1947]

27 April 2023 · Leave a Comment

Postcard, with a photograph of the A.M.S. Mariposa sailing underneath the Sydney Harbour Bridge

[Editor: This postcard (unused), which incorporates a photograph of the Mariposa sailing underneath the Sydney Harbour Bridge, is undated; however, it is believed to have been published circa 1932-1947.] [Front of postcard] A.M.S. Mariposa and Sydney Harbour … [Read more...] about A.M.S. Mariposa and Sydney Harbour Bridge [postcard, circa 1932-1947]

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The Enemy [postcard, 16 November 1911]

27 April 2023 · Leave a Comment

Postcard, with a painting (by James Alfred Turner, 1850-1908), of three men facing a bush fire

[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a painting, by James Alfred Turner (1850-1908), of three men facing a bushfire, is postmarked 16 November 1911.] [Front of postcard] The Enemy J. A. Turner Bush fire [Description: A painting, by James … [Read more...] about The Enemy [postcard, 16 November 1911]

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Gold digger’s hut, Victoria, Austr. [postcard, 25 July 1906]

27 April 2023 · 3 Comments

Postcard, with a photograph of a gold digger’s hut, or shack (1906)

[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photograph of a gold digger’s hut, or shack, is postmarked 25 July 1906.] [Front of postcard] Gold digger’s hut, Victoria, Austr. [Handwritten text, in italics] Thanks very much. Had almost given you … [Read more...] about Gold digger’s hut, Victoria, Austr. [postcard, 25 July 1906]

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Greetings from Australia [postcard, 28 March 1912]

20 April 2023 · Leave a Comment

Postcard with a map of mainland Australia (with a waratah flower), 28 March 1912

[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a map of mainland Australia (with a waratah flower), is dated 28 March 1912.] [Front of postcard] Greetings from Australia [Description: A map of mainland Australia, with a waratah flower being held across the map, … [Read more...] about Greetings from Australia [postcard, 28 March 1912]

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The E. S. and A. Bank [postcard, early 20th Century]

20 April 2023 · 2 Comments

Postcard, with a photograph of a branch of the English, Scottish and Australian Bank (early 20th Century)

[Editor: This postcard (unused), which incorporates a photograph of a branch of the English, Scottish and Australian Bank, is undated; however, it is believed to have been published in the early 20th Century.] [Front of postcard] [Description: A photograph of … [Read more...] about The E. S. and A. Bank [postcard, early 20th Century]

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A Gum Leaf from the Golden South [postcard, version 2, circa 1907]

20 April 2023 · Leave a Comment

Postcard, with a map of mainland Australia (with a gum leaf made from leather), circa 1907

[Editor: This postcard (unused), which incorporates a map of mainland Australia (with a gum leaf made from leather), is undated; however, it is believed to have been published circa 1907.] [Front of postcard] A Gum Leaf from the Golden South. A good old Gum … [Read more...] about A Gum Leaf from the Golden South [postcard, version 2, circa 1907]

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A Gum Leaf from the Golden South [postcard, version 1, circa 1907]

20 April 2023 · Leave a Comment

Postcard, with a map of mainland Australia (with a gum leaf made from leather), circa 1907

[Editor: This postcard (unused), which incorporates a map of mainland Australia (with a gum leaf made from leather), is undated; however, it is believed to have been published circa 1907.] [Front of postcard] A Gum Leaf from the Golden South. For a place … [Read more...] about A Gum Leaf from the Golden South [postcard, version 1, circa 1907]

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“Loving Hearts” [postcard, WW1 era (1914-1918)]

20 April 2023 · Leave a Comment

Postcard, with a picture of a Rising Sun symbol, from the First World War (1914-1918)

[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a picture of a Rising Sun symbol, as well as a poem, is undated; however, it is believed to be from the era of the First World War (1914-1918).] [Front of postcard] “LovingHearts.” When the Sun sinks in the … [Read more...] about “Loving Hearts” [postcard, WW1 era (1914-1918)]

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Australian bullock team [postcard, early 20th Century]

15 April 2023 · Leave a Comment

Postcard, with a photograph of a bullock team and a bullocky, in a bush setting (early 20th Century)

[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photograph of a bullock team and a bullocky, in a bush setting, is undated; however, it is believed to have been published in the early 20th Century.] [Front of postcard] Australian bullock team [Description: A … [Read more...] about Australian bullock team [postcard, early 20th Century]

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Henley Beach, S.A. [postcard, circa 1910]

15 April 2023 · 2 Comments

Postcard, with a photograph of a street in Henley Beach (South Australia), featuring a tram (early 20th Century)

[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photograph of Seaview Road in Henley Beach (South Australia), featuring a tram, is undated; however, it is believed to have been published circa 1910.] [Front of postcard] Henley Beach, S.A. [Description: A … [Read more...] about Henley Beach, S.A. [postcard, circa 1910]

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Waterloo: French Memorial [WW1-era postcard from an Australian soldier, 25 December 1918]

15 April 2023 · 3 Comments

[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photograph of a memorial statue known as the “Monument of the Wounded Eagle” (located near Waterloo, in Belgium), is dated 25 December 1918 (just after the end of hostilities of the First World War, 1914-1918, following the signing of … [Read more...] about Waterloo: French Memorial [WW1-era postcard from an Australian soldier, 25 December 1918]

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On the Murrumbidgee, near Cooma [postcard, circa 1895-1904]

14 April 2023 · 2 Comments

Postcard, with a photo of some people in a rowboat on the Murrumbidgee river (early 20th Century)

[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photo of some people in a rowboat on the Murrumbidgee River, is undated; however, it is believed to have been published in the late 19th century or early 20th century, circa 1895-1904.] [Front of … [Read more...] about On the Murrumbidgee, near Cooma [postcard, circa 1895-1904]

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Emu Paddock, Melbourne Zoo [postcard, 13 December 1905]

14 April 2023 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photo of several emus in an enclosure at Melbourne Zoo, is dated 13 December 1905.] [Front of postcard] Emu Paddock, Melbourne Zoo. [Description: A photo of several emus in an enclosure at Melbourne … [Read more...] about Emu Paddock, Melbourne Zoo [postcard, 13 December 1905]

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Salvation Army officers [postcard, early 20th Century]

10 April 2023 · Leave a Comment

Postcard, with a photo of four Salvation Army officers (early 20th Century)

[Editor: This postcard (unused), which incorporates a photo of four Salvation Army officers, is undated; however, it is believed to have been published in the early 20th Century. The postcard was made by R. Yeoman & Co. (Melbourne, Vic.).] [Front of … [Read more...] about Salvation Army officers [postcard, early 20th Century]

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