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Melbourne (no. 8)

Australia, c. 1950
film

General shots (rushes) of Melbourne ‘life’ from the 50s. All images very iconic and nostalgic. Section 1. Shot of Yarra, looking towards Anderson ..

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[Maurie Fields and Val Jellay Home Movies: Reel 20]

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[Nicoll Family Home Movies: Reel 1]

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[KenRa Films Present: the Kenneth Rankine Home Movie Collection: Reel 18]

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'Moomba' 1972 - 'Float parade' thru' the city.

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[Big Melbourne]

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Passport to Progress

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[Nicoll Family Home Movies: Reel 1]

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KenRa Films Presents: Join the Vic. Sporting Car Club Now

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