[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photograph of a blacksmith’s premises in the bush, is postmarked 1904.] [Front of postcard] Bush Blacksmith, Gippsland [Handwritten text, in italics] Ebaenzis The Avenue Windsor Is our new address should … [Read more...] about Bush Blacksmith, Gippsland [postcard, 1904]
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Station life in Australia [postcard, 26 December 1905]
[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photograph of a mob of sheep, mustered near a body of water, is postmarked 26 December 1905.] [Front of postcard] Station life in Australia [Handwritten text, in italics] Good Luck for 1906. [Description: A … [Read more...] about Station life in Australia [postcard, 26 December 1905]
A typical Victorian country school [postcard, 18 May 1909]
[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photograph of a school in rural Victoria, with some girls doing some gardening tasks, is postmarked 18 May 1909.] [Front of postcard] A typical Victorian country school. The education system of Victoria is free, … [Read more...] about A typical Victorian country school [postcard, 18 May 1909]
Australian Commonwealth Military Forces badge [postcard, First World War (1914-1918) era]
[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photograph of the chalk carving of the Australian Commonwealth Military Forces badge at Fovant Down (Wiltshire, England), is undated; however, it is believed to have been published around the era of the First World War (1914-1918), … [Read more...] about Australian Commonwealth Military Forces badge [postcard, First World War (1914-1918) era]
Silver Falls, Hobart [postcard, 20 March 1905]
[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photograph of the Silver Falls (Hobart), is dated 20 March 1905.] [Front of postcard] Silver Falls, Hobart. [Handwritten text, in italics] A Vow. Though a thousand kisses, A thousand caresses, a thousand … [Read more...] about Silver Falls, Hobart [postcard, 20 March 1905]
On the Wallaby [postcard, circa 1905-1907]
[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a painting of two swagmen, was made circa 1906-1907. The postcard is undated.] [Front of postcard] J. Hutchings Australian Series On the Wallaby. [Description: A painting of two swagmen beside … [Read more...] about On the Wallaby [postcard, circa 1905-1907]
King William Street, Adelaide [postcard, mid 20th Century]
[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photograph of King William Street, Adelaide (South Australia), is undated; however, it is believed to have been published in the mid 20th Century.] [Front of postcard] King William Street, Adelaide [Description: A … [Read more...] about King William Street, Adelaide [postcard, mid 20th Century]
Greetings from Australia [postcard, circa 1940s-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]
Native Bear [postcard, circa 1940s-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]
The Man with the Donkey [postcard, monument of Simpson and his donkey, circa 1940s-1950s]
[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]
A Bright & Happy New Year [postcard, 4 January 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]
The Reserve, Maroondah Dam, Healesville [postcard, 5 January 1953]
[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]
Coogee Bay, Sydney, N.S.W. [postcard, 10 December 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]
A Gum Leaf from the Golden South [postcard, version 3, 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]
The Enemy [postcard, 16 November 1911]
[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]
Gold digger’s hut, Victoria, Austr. [postcard, 25 July 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]
Greetings from Australia [postcard, 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]
“Loving Hearts” [postcard, WW1 era (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)]
Henley Beach, S.A. [postcard, circa 1910]
[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]
Waterloo: French Memorial [WW1-era postcard from an Australian soldier, 25 December 1918]
[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]
On the Murrumbidgee, near Cooma [postcard, circa 1895-1904]
[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]
Emu Paddock, Melbourne Zoo [postcard, 13 December 1905]
[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]
Balmain District Hospital [postcard, early 20th Century]
[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photo of the Balmain District Hospital, is undated; however, it is believed to have been published in the early 20th Century.] [Front of postcard] Balmain District Davis. [Description: A photo of a building, … [Read more...] about Balmain District Hospital [postcard, early 20th Century]
Plenty of water, miles of it [postcard, 17 August 1910]
[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photo of a man on a horse, in front of a flooded plain, is postmarked 17 August 1910.] [Front of postcard] Plenty of water, miles of it. [Description: A photo of a man on a horse, in front of a flooded … [Read more...] about Plenty of water, miles of it [postcard, 17 August 1910]
Toolangi [postcard, early 20th Century]
[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photo of a house at Toolangi (Vic.), is undated; however, it is believed to have been published in the early 20th Century.] [Front of postcard] [Description: A photo of a house, with “Toolangi” (the name of the … [Read more...] about Toolangi [postcard, early 20th Century]