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I was dragged into an antiques / brick-a-brac store in country Victoria (Maryborough) by my partner today. I wouldn't say that I was kicking and screaming, but I think it's fair to say that she was more keen than my good self.
Anyway, whilst browsing I discovered this book - which I was not only not aware of, but it appears to be a first edition (1958). Needless to say, I wasted no time purchasing it, and can't wait to settle in for a good read.
What it did do, though, is got me wondering if any fellow Demonlanders have made any unexpected discoveries of little gems whilst on their travels.
I'd be interested to know of the treasure trove that we have out there.

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Top effort, That will be a great read.!!

56 minutes ago, Checker Mate said:

I was dragged into an antiques / brick-a-brac store in country Victoria (Maryborough) by my partner today. I wouldn't say that I was kicking and screaming, but I think it's fair to say that she was more keen than my good self.
Anyway, whilst browsing I discovered this book - which I was not only not aware of, but it appears to be a first edition (1958). Needless to say, I wasted no time purchasing it, and can't wait to settle in for a good read.
What it did do, though, is got me wondering if any fellow Demonlanders have made any unexpected discoveries of little gems whilst on their travels.
I'd be interested to know of the treasure trove that we have out there.

Bluey Book.jpg

That is awesome!! Great find.

 

Working onetime Timor Sea,  I flew into Truscott then choppered out to vessel


Speaking of finds, I have been looking for a photograph of the selection committee during the 50's titled the architects or similar, would love a scan if anyone has or suggestions where.

11 hours ago, Checker Mate said:

I was dragged into an antiques / brick-a-brac store in country Victoria (Maryborough) by my partner today. I wouldn't say that I was kicking and screaming, but I think it's fair to say that she was more keen than my good self.
Anyway, whilst browsing I discovered this book - which I was not only not aware of, but it appears to be a first edition (1958). Needless to say, I wasted no time purchasing it, and can't wait to settle in for a good read.
What it did do, though, is got me wondering if any fellow Demonlanders have made any unexpected discoveries of little gems whilst on their travels.
I'd be interested to know of the treasure trove that we have out there.

Bluey Book.jpg

Not in the same league as yours @Checker Mate. I walk into Vinnies in Canberra a few months ago and there is a basket with scarfs. Down the bottom - 8 Melbourne scarfs. They are now washed and waiting to be hung up in grand final week at my local cafe in Fyshwick.

22 hours ago, radar said:

Working onetime Timor Sea,  I flew into Truscott then choppered out to vessel

Thanks radar, that would have been so special. In 2016 my wife and I did a cruise from Fremantle to Brissie and the ship stopped in at Milne Bay and we got to stand on the very airstrip that Bluey Truscott flew from in his Curtis Kittyhawk in 76 Squadron, it was surreal. Bluey and all members of our defence forces were so heroic driving the enemy back and forcing their re-embarkation!!!

 
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8 hours ago, radar said:

Working onetime Timor Sea,  I flew into Truscott then choppered out to vessel

Thanks for sharing, Radar.
I do love the respect that was afforded Bluey in naming the airfield after him when it was built in '44 - the year after he died. I love equally as much that, even though the name Mungalalu (traditional name for the area) has been added, Bluey's name has been retained so that it's officially Mungalalu Truscott Airbase. Having said that, most people still refer to it simply as "Truscott".

About a year ago in Austinmer Nsw I visited a retro/ antiques store and saw a framed picture of J Garlett in his Melbourne gear

Didn't have any funds on me and when I went back a month later.     ( this is league country so I thought it would still be there) it was gone.

Doh. It was a quality picture and frame of a good size as well.

Should've been quicker like the man himself.


20 hours ago, Checker Mate said:

I was dragged into an antiques / brick-a-brac store in country Victoria (Maryborough) by my partner today. I wouldn't say that I was kicking and screaming, but I think it's fair to say that she was more keen than my good self.
Anyway, whilst browsing I discovered this book - which I was not only not aware of, but it appears to be a first edition (1958). Needless to say, I wasted no time purchasing it, and can't wait to settle in for a good read.
What it did do, though, is got me wondering if any fellow Demonlanders have made any unexpected discoveries of little gems whilst on their travels.
I'd be interested to know of the treasure trove that we have out there.

Bluey Book.jpg

Did the author write ash road?

20 hours ago, Checker Mate said:

I was dragged into an antiques / brick-a-brac store in country Victoria (Maryborough) by my partner today. I wouldn't say that I was kicking and screaming, but I think it's fair to say that she was more keen than my good self.
Anyway, whilst browsing I discovered this book - which I was not only not aware of, but it appears to be a first edition (1958). Needless to say, I wasted no time purchasing it, and can't wait to settle in for a good read.
What it did do, though, is got me wondering if any fellow Demonlanders have made any unexpected discoveries of little gems whilst on their travels.
I'd be interested to know of the treasure trove that we have out there.

Bluey Book.jpg

Read (and have copies) of a couple of Ivan Southall books in Grade 6: To The Wild Skies", and Hill's End. Would love to get hold of a copy of this.

4 minutes ago, bush demon said:

Read (and have copies) of a couple of Ivan Southall books in Grade 6: To The Wild Skies", and Hill's End. Would love to get hold of a copy of this.

This medallion from a friend's 1964 Demon scrapbook.

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1 hour ago, Satan said:

Did the author write ash road?

Yep, that's the same guy.

1 hour ago, Satan said:

Did the author write ash road?

Award winning, highly regarded and ground breaking author of books for young readers.


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