The story of the way of life of the people in Ipswich, Queensland. Scenes include: the Alan Cunnigham memorial (explorer) railway workshop, woollen mill, timber mill and coal mines, schools and leisure activities. Music by Robert Hughes.
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Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
308373
Language
English
Subject categories
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Australia - Social life and customs
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Cities and towns - Australia
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Queensland - Description and travel
Documentary → Documentary films - Australia
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Australia - Social conditions
Educational & Instructional → Educational films
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Black and White
Holdings
16mm film; Preservation Print (Section 5)
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)
16mm film; Limited Access Print (Section 2)