The Brotherhood of St Laurence

The Brotherhood, which is based in Melbourne, works for a better deal for disadvantaged people. This documentary describes the Brotherhood’s beginnings; its current welfare services, including accommodation for older people, a material aid service, and a sheltered workshop; its support for other independent groups; and its involvement in social issues.

Credits

producer

Brotherhood of St Lawrence Production Co

Duration

00:20:00:00

Production places

Australia

Production dates

1985

Collection metadata

ACMI Identifier

016981

Language

English

Subject categories

Documentary

Documentary → Documentary films - Australia

Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Charities

Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Public welfare

Short films

Short films → Short films - Australia

Sound/audio

Sound

Colour

Holdings

VHS; Access Print (Section 1)

MPEG-4 Digital File; ACMI Digital Access Copy - presentation

MOV file ProRes4444; Digital Preservation Master - presentation

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Australia, 1985