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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 (c1928)
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]
Saltwater crocodiles (1933)
Crocodile hunters travel down a river to trap a saltwater crocodile amongst the mangrove swamps. They build a fence to lead the crocodile towards the bait and into a trap. A wire loop attached to a heavy log acts as ... [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]
Pre-Cambrian to present time (c1940)
Fossils began to form in the rock in the Hunter Valley, NSW, 1,400,000,000 years ago. [read more]
Permian fossils (c1940)
Trees and other plant life from the Permian period begin to form fossils in the rock near Newcastle NSW. [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 (c1922)
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]
Street parade (c1918)
On a cold rainy day, a crowd gathers to watch returned servicemen march in a parade on the streets of a big city. Some people stand on shopfront awnings to get a better view; others crowd on the footpaths. ... [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]
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]
Sugar cane (1998)
Grace is walking through the sugar cane fields. In flashback the two sisters, playing in the cane fields, place necklaces around each other’s necks, laughing with glee. Grace walks back through the sugar cane. Thunder clouds roll overhead. Loretta strokes ... [read more]
Biscuits and wafers (1932)
The distinctive shapes of Milk Arrowroot and Iva biscuits emerge from the rolling and cutting machines. Women deftly sort and pack the biscuits into their packaging once they have been baked and cooled. Lemon, raspberry and pineapple are just a ... [read more]
