Ellison's Radio Museum

Neville Ellison is the first to admit that he's never got over his wonder of the wireless. Growing up in Lameroo before the war his father's "Knight Hawk" was an exotic item. "When I came to the city I just wanted to have my own radio." The first radio Neville built was a four valve mantle set that he copied from the pages of "Radio and Hobbies" magazine. He's still got it and it sits in a room full of radios, tape players, recorders and microphones. The collection is the natural result of a lifelong fascination. Neville worked for Adelaide manufacturer Jack Ferry who was one of many firms in South Australia making radios and recorders. For Neville it's more than a solo passion. The 74 year old is a member of the Historical Radio Society and spent six years researching the history of the industry in this state which is written up in his book: "Adelaide's Early Radio and Tape Recorders". The book is full of 124 photographs of radios, equipment and personalities. There is 38 illustrations and old advertisements. The history that is written is fascinating and there is many chapters on various brands over the years. It is a quality presentation and there was only 350 copies made. Some copies of the book are available and Neville gives tours of his radio room by appointment. Books are available from N A Ellison, 67 Cremorne Street, Malvern 5061 and cost $19 plus $3.50 postage & packing. Neville Ellison can be contacted on 8274 1103. For more information email: info@postcards-sa.com.au