Attended by scouts from all over Australia and from 23 neighbouring countries at Dandenong, Victoria. Shows the official opening; presentation of silver kangaroo to sir Charles Maclean; visit by the Governor and Chief Scout of Victoria; demonstration of Maori cooking; girl guide pageant attended by Lady Delacombe; thanksgiving; arena displays by each state; closing parade and candlelight ceremony. No narration.
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Collection
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Credits
Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
009674
Language
English
Subject categories
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Dandenong Ranges Region (Vic.)
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → International relations and culture
Documentary → Documentary films - Australia
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → International relations and culture
History → Australia - History - 20th century
Hobbies, Recreation & Sport → Girl guides
Hobbies, Recreation & Sport → Scouts and scouting
Places → Dandenong Ranges Region (Vic.)
Sound/audio
Silent
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)