Summary
Alternative Name(s): Programme
Booklet published for Labour Day celebrations held in March 1985.
Part of a collection relating to Australian trade unions and the Eight Hour Day. Action taken by stonemasons on 21 April 1856 led to the establishment of the Eight Hour Day, with the government agreeing that workers employed on public works should enjoy an eight hour day with no loss of pay. It was a world first and became emblematic of the rights of labour. In recognition of the significance of this achievement, April 21 was made a public holiday in 1879 and commemorative marches were held each year from 1879 until 1951. The Eight Hour Day holiday was renamed Labour Day in 1934. In 1955 the Labour Day march and celebrations were replaced by Moomba celebrations.
Physical Description
Twelve page colour booklet held together with two staples in the middle. Printed text, black and white photographs and advertisements appear inside.
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Acquisition Information
Donation from Mr Alfred Zeeno, Oct 1987
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Printer
Victorian Arts Centre, Melbourne, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 1985-1987
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Place & Date of Event
Victorian Arts Centre, 100 St Kilda Road, Melbourne, Central, Victoria, Australia, 11 Mar 1985
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Advertiser
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Advertiser
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Advertiser
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Advertiser
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Inscriptions
Text printed on cover: 'STRiKE/a LIGHT!/A/LABOUR DAY/CELEBRATION/THE/MELBOURNE/ CONCERT HALL/MONDAY 11TH/MARCH 7.30PM'.
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Overall Dimensions
21 cm (Length), 29.7 cm (Height)
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Keywords
8 Hours Day Celebrations, Labour Day, Societies, Trade Unions, Working Life, Workers Rights, Concerts, Making History - Eight Hour Day