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An Australian Invention: Falkiner Cane Harvester in Operation c1925

This film, possibly made by the Queensland Cane Growers Organisation, promotes the use of the mechanical harvester – a real innovation at the time.

Length: 17 minutes 20 seconds

Original aspect ratio: 1.33:1 (Academy full frame)

Education Resources:

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Source:

National Film and Sound Archive