Timber town

Australia, 1972

Film
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Looks at life in a timber town located in the hardwood forest area of the southwestern coast of Western Australia. Shows Karri forests, tree felling, reforestation, controlled burning of undergrowth, timber hauling and milling. Suitable for upper primary and lower secondary levels.

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Credits

director

Oliver Howes

producer

Malcolm Otton

production company

Australian Commonwealth Film Unit

Duration

00:14:00:00

Production places
Australia
Production dates
1972

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