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Presidential vs Westminster system (1971)

The eminent Papuan politician John Guise is asked whether he favours a presidential or Westminster parliamentary style of government for his newly emerging country. Guise insists that whatever system is chosen must be the one that best suits the needs ... [read more]

The lady from Shanghai (2007)

Soon after Rose (Joan Chen) returns to live with ‘Uncle Bill’ in Melbourne, Bill goes back to sea for four months, leaving her in the house with his disapproving mother (Kerry Walker). Rose decides to seek new friends. At the ... [read more]

The past is another country (2000)

Kevin and Margaret were newly married with four young children when we first met them. It’s now 30 years later and many things have changed. The children have grown up and moved away, Kevin and Margaret have split up and ... [read more]

The wrong fence (2002)

Mr Neville (Kenneth Branagh) tells the police inspector (Roy Billing) that the three escaped girls must be following the rabbit-proof fence north, to their home. He devises a plan to catch them, sending police troopers down the fence from the ... [read more]

‘I haven’t done what Mawson did’ (2007)

Tim Jarvis has completed the journey, covering 480 km across the ice – the last third on his own after John Stoukalo left as planned. Clearly exhausted, Jarvis speaks to camera about the experience, acknowledging that what he achieved is ... [read more]

A fire emergency (1932)

Members of the NSW Fire Brigade tackle a blaze at a paper mill until the fire is brought under control. The smoking wreckage and the building’s shell is all that remains. As orchestral music builds over the soundtrack, the ... [read more]

John Fisher, another Holden driver (1962)

This is a vox pop style interview with Hawthorn winger John Fisher about his Holden. 'Fish’ is interviewed by TV sports commentator Tony Charlton in a parking lot outside an AFL venue prior to a game. [read more]

Footscray, 1911 (c1911)

This clip captures scenes of daily life in the main streets of Footscray, Melbourne, in 1910 and 1911. [read more]

Flying friar (1994)

Saint Joseph of Cupertino levitated regularly while praying, occasionally requiring the use of ropes to anchor him. [read more]

‘Don’t cut ’em to pieces’ (1975)

Foley (Jack Thompson) discovers he has competition from an unknown, Arthur Black (Peter Cummins). Shearing contractor Tim King (Max Cullen) gives Jim the learner (Graham Smith) a second chance. [read more]

Grief is uncharted territory (2001)

Vanessa and Michael discuss the complexities of the grief they felt over the death of their baby daughter, Layla. [read more]

Allergic to the 20th century (1997)

Eve has an allergic response to insecticides, cleaning agents and preserved small goods. Diana reacts badly to the chemicals in newsprint. Michael has an adverse response to the chemicals in tap water. [read more]

Today’s nuns (1992)

By the early 1990s it was likely that the Roman Catholic order of nuns, the Sisters of Mercy, was going to die out. Women who have chosen to stay in the order explain their reasons for staying, and talk about ... [read more]

An alcoholic Christmas Day (1984)

With a tablecloth and lots of alcohol, a group of alcoholic friends celebrate Christmas Day. The men are listening to themselves talk on a radio program that was prompted by the making of this documentary. Paul Makin had previously interviewed ... [read more]

Coming out to the family (1997)

This is a searingly honest moment in which Adam’s parents truthfully tell how they felt when Adam told them he was gay. They had anticipated the continuance of the family name and a mess of grandchildren. Nevertheless they stood by ... [read more]

What is love? (2005)

All the main characters are introduced in this clip, and all offer their own definition of love. [read more]

Imperfecta (2006)

When Connie took her first steps, she broke both her legs. The doctor informs Mummy Nora that Connie had osteogenesis imperfecta, commonly known as ‘chalky bones’ and is sometimes mistaken for rickets. Aunty Connie sits by a window and speaks ... [read more]

Effie in PNG (1996)

Effie (Mary Coustas) is interviewed by the National Broadcasting Commission’s John Honani. Effie has brought her own self-congratulatory résumé that John reads out before they discuss the role of missionaries in Papua New Guinea. [read more]

Safety in Northcott estate (2006)

Sasha is a teenager living with her mother, Charmaine, in the public housing multi-storey estate of Northcott. Charmaine says that it is safer for her daughter playing nearby because many people know her and she is nearby. [read more]

Learning from international experience (1999)

In the seventh session, the Reconciliation Learning Circle group discusses land rights. In separate interviews, members express their views on the issues raised in the group as well as their opinions of other group members. [read more]

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