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Italian Australians (1988)

Young and old Italians comment on the influence that Europeans have had on the development of Australia at the bicentenary on 26 January 1988. [read more]

Vegetarian Nijinsky (2001)

Dancer Nijinsky espouses the advantages of vegetarianism. [read more]

National Liberation Front (1981)

When Australia sent troops to the Vietnam War, journalist Wilfred Burchett chose to report the war from the Northern Liberation Front’s side. Burchett recalls travelling with the troops and their response to him. [read more]

New York Yacht Club (1984)

Australia’s 12-metre yacht, Australia II, challenges America’s Liberty in the America’s Cup in 1983. The New York Yacht Club tries to have the yacht disqualified, but the Australian side is finally allowed to compete. [read more]

Yacht Racing (1974)

The annual Bass Strait Yacht Race in 1974 starts. We get a sense of being on board a yacht during the race. The clip explains the importance of navigation. [read more]

Anzac Parade Junction (1928)

At Anzac Parade Junction, trams carry crowds from the racecourse to Circular Quay and from the Sydney Showground to Central Station. The busy intersection is a bustling chaos of trams, buses, cars and pedestrians all of which are kept in ... [read more]

World government response to bird flu (2005)

How much should governments spend in preparation for the potential outbreak of airborne bird flu? The worst case scenario is catastrophic. [read more]

Super phosphate (1965)

The mineral supplement super phosphate, used to enhance the land for crops, is spread by aeroplane. [read more]

Birth and death (2001)

After a traumatic birth, baby Layla has breathing difficulties. Despite the efforts of the staff, Layla dies. [read more]

Dutch deliveries (1993)

Natural birth pioneer Dr Michel Odent endorses the practice of giving birth at home, as practiced in the Netherlands. [read more]

Protest and arrest (1999)

Protestors trespass on the Jabiluka uranium mine site. Police give them the option to leave or be arrested. They are arrested. [read more]

How to ride a bull (1995)

A newcomer to the sport of bull riding is instructed by a veteran. Ironically the teacher is on crutches. [read more]

Duke of Edinburgh attends (1956)

The Duke of Edinburgh arrives outside one of the Olympic venues and is greeted by Prime Minister Robert Menzies. The beginning of the marathon is shown, as well as runners finishing the mile race in slow motion. Part of a ... [read more]

Dutch oven (1994)

Interview subject Judi McCrossin describes the differences between what men and women consider appropriate when breaking wind in the bedroom. [read more]

A trip to Sorrento (1922)

Passengers board the paddle-steamer PS Weeroona at Port Melbourne and journey to Sorrento. A pan across the deck shows the passengers on board. On arrival, they walk down the Sorrento Pier. A title card precedes scenes of motor cars and ... [read more]

Clown make-up design (1985)

A design is outlined on the face with an eyebrow pencil before applying the clown make-up. [read more]

City West Development Corporation (1994)

The City West Development Corporation is making major changes to the traditionally working class suburb of Pyrmont, Sydney. The residents feel that some changes are detrimental to their lifestyles and the heritage of the area. They are consulting with various ... [read more]

Myanmar’s child soldiers (2002)

Myanmar contains one of the greatest concentration of child soldiers in the world. Rebel groups like the KLNA (Karen Liberation Army) are in conflict with government forces along the Myanmar-Thai border. ‘Hoh’ is a former child soldier who deserted ... [read more]

Birth of social democracy (2005)

The Eureka Stockade was an armed rebellion against the gold miners’ tax imposed by the Victorian Government. It culminated in a fierce but brief (20-minute) battle in which 22 diggers and 5 troops were killed. Peter Lalor (Andrew Larkins) led ... [read more]

Bottle to carton (1990)

The supermarkets, because of easier handling, encouraged packaging dairy products in cartons and plastic bottles. Formerly, glass bottles were recycled 25 times. The new packaging is single use. Writer John Flaus regrets the disappearance of glass milk bottles and writer ... [read more]

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