If you needed evidence that Auckland Deaf Society was built by hand with Deaf effort and commitment, here it is! Shot in 1958, this film shows a group of Deaf men mixing and laying the foundations of the Auckland Deaf Welfare Centre, including early footage of the property from the street view.
| Donated by | Ngā Taonga Sound & Vision |
| Produced by | Leslie Barratt |
| Reference number | NZFA05-03-DOC58 |
| Sponsored by | Kevin & Lynette Pivac |
1958
Fascinating footage from the Auckland Easter show 1958, including brief footage of Deaf visitors to the show.
1958
The Friends of the Deaf group man a fundraising stall at the Auckland Carnival in Western Springs, Auckland in January 1958.
1958
The building of the Auckland Deaf Welfare Centre, followed by footage of the Balmoral Bowling Club, and the newly opened Auckland Harbour Bridge.
1956
Friends of the Deaf prepare a float for the Auckland Carnival, 1956, along with some footage of the float parade.
