Summary
Cycling award for Hubert Opperman, 1930. The Malvern Star Sydney to Melbourne Road Race was 700 miles (1126.5 km) long and occurred over 5 stages between the 20th and 25th of October. This sash commemorated the first stage - Sydney to Golburn (134 miles). Presented by ABC.
Throughout the race, many riders (including Percy Osbourne) sustained significant injuries. Competitiors included Muaclair (France), Lamb, Nicholson, R. Johnson and J. Bidot (France).
There was also a visible interplay between the French tactics (sticking together in groups) and the Australian tactics (to ride with whomever is fastest or in the right position). This was difficult, but no lasting acrimony occurred between cyclists.
The crowds for this race were enormous, with 8,000 alone congregating later at the Bendigo stage/checkpoint.
Physical Description
Broad navy blue (faded in some areas) sash with faded silver coloured lettering and metallic silver coloured fringe. Metal sash badge is sewn in place. Motif of ABC speaker on badge.
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Acquisition Information
Cultural Gifts Donation from Sir Hubert Opperman, Jun 1979
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Acknowledgement
Donated under the Australian Government's Cultural Gifts Program by Sir Hubert Opperman.
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Bruce Small Pty Ltd, Melbourne, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 1930
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Sash: ' "MALVERN STAR" / SYDNEY TO MELBOURNE / ROAD RACE 1930 / FIRST STAGE / SYDNEY TO GOULBURN 134 MILES / WON BY - - ' Badge: ' PRESENTED BY / AUSTRALIAN / BROADCASTING / CO '
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Overall Dimensions
1310 mm (Length), 115 mm (Width)
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