A survey of New Zealand showing the scenery, primary and secondary industries, cities and towns during the 1950s. Stresses that the economy of the country rested on exports of meat, wool and dairy produce. Shows some of the recreational activities of the people including football, bush walking, sailing and fishing.
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Collection
In ACMI's collection
Credits
Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
321819
Language
English
Subject categories
Agriculture, Business, Commerce & Industry → Agriculture - New Zealand
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Cities and towns
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → New Zealand - Description and travel
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → New Zealand - Social life and customs
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Travel
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Black and White
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)