The 1990 Miss Auckland Deaf Beauty Queen Contest was a major social event that year. Held at the Deaf Centre (ADS), the event boasted celebrity judges, food, and music. The aim of the evening was fundraising for the 34th Games for the Deaf, hosted by Auckland. The contestants are filmed preparing before the event starts with opening speeches.
Note: Film only shows first half of the modelling.
| Donated by | Victoria University of Wellington |
| Original format | VHS |
| Reference number | VUW76-02-CE90 |
| Sponsored by | Simon Collings |
1998
An action filled evening at ADS with a Deaf modelling show followed by an Auckland Deaf Drag Queen contest and finally a derby race competition!
1990
The Auckland Deaf community gathers for the Miss Deaf Auckland competition, organised by Adrienne Killen. The top three are selected to represent Auckland in the upcoming Miss Deaf New Zealand pageant.
2001
The ‘007’ themed Miss and Mr Deaf New Zealand event, expertly hosted by Victoria Skorikova and Tony Walton was a major fundraising event for the 2nd Asia Pacific Deaf Youth Camp. It was organised in 5 weeks and raised $7,000 towards camp costs.
1990
Contestants practice their routine at the Auckland Deaf Society clubroom in preparation for the Miss Auckland Deaf competition.
