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- This black-and-white film was made as a record of operations of the Australian National Research Expedition to Antarctica, from November 1947 to April 1948. It follows the journeys of two exploration ships as they sail with men and supplies from Australia to Antarctica to set up the first permanent scientific stations on both Heard and Macquarie Islands. It begins with the naval ship 1st 3501 departing Fremantle and follows her stormy ocean crossing, difficult landing, and the construction of the permanent huts which are to house 15 men for 15 months. Using flying boats such as the Walrus and the Kingfisher, the men are able to send out reconnaissance parties to determine the route ahead. The film also depicts the voyage of the Wyatt Earp from Melbourne to Antarctica and back via Macquarie Island, observing scientific work on board, as well as the stunning Antarctic landscape and wildlife.
- A record of the 1954 visit to Australia by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and his Royal Highness Prince Philip.
- A record of the 1954 Australian National Antarctic Research Expedition, which relieved the scientific stations at Macquarie and Heard Islands and established a new station at Mawson on MacRobertson Land in Australian Antarctic Territory. The film describes the expedition's departure from Melbourne in December 1953 and follows its 12,000 mile journey through high seas and pack ice, providing an insight into daily life at the stations and the challenges presented by often-difficult conditions. Blue Ice contains stunning footage of towering icebergs and masses of penguins as well as aerial reconnaissance and surveillance.
- A look into beekeeping.
- In February 1963, Queen Elizabeth II and the Duke of Edinburgh returned to Australia for the Jubilee Year of Canberra. The film follows them on their 9,000 mile tour and shows the beauty and variety of the Australian scene, and thriving development ranging from hydroelectric schemes to universities.
- A short documentary (in colour) showing the sights of Brisbane. Particular emphasis is given on recreational activities.
- The film has excerpts from radio programs at the time including Blue Hills, sports commentator Bruce Weber, newsreader Paul McLeay and Eugene Goossens conducting at the Sydney Town Hall.
- Two children and their mother visit Sydney's Taronga Park Zoo.
- A celebration of the 50th anniversary of the proclamation of Australia's federation on 1st January 1901.
- Training film on correct use of the telephone.
- Australian short film of the Northern Territory Eisteddfodd held between July 4-13, 1964.
- A documentary about the city of Broken Hill in New South Wales.