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Nearing The Melbourne Olympics

1956

Nearing The Melbourne Olympics

1956

  • NFSA IDTVXMCPAK
  • TypeFilm
  • MediumMoving Image
  • FormDocumentary
  • Year1956

Takes a look at the preparations for the Melbourne Olympics. An overview is given of the main Olympic sites at Olympic Park, including the Olympic Swimming and Diving stadium. Other venues are presented including Lake Wendouree, the venue for the Rowing and Conoeing competitions. The Olympic Village at Heidelberg is shown in various stages of completion.

Takes a look at the preparations for the Melbourne Olympics. An overview is given of the main Olympic sites at Olympic Park, including the Olympic Swimming and Diving stadium. Other venues are presented including Lake Wendouree, the venue for the Rowing and Conoeing competitions. The Olympic Village at Heidelberg is shown in various stages of completion.

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