Summary
Poster for the 'Youth Poster Exhibition'. The poster details significant events in the history of the Eight Hour Day movement in Victoria between 1856 and 1990.
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
Poster printed in yellow and brown ink - to look aged - titled "1856 8 HOUR DAY 1990, Youth Poster Exhibition" with individual stories and images printed underneath outlining the development of the eight hour day in Victoria.
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Title; "1856 / 8 HOUR DAY / 1990 / YOUTH POSTER EXHIBITION" Extensive text follows.
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Overall Dimensions
735 mm (Length), 414 mm (Width)
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Keywords
8 Hours Day Movement, 8 Hours Day Celebrations, Teachers, Education Kits, Trade Unions, Working Life, Workers Rights, Workers