Manawatu Deaf Society

Trans-Tasman Games hosted in Christchurch, 1979

1979
Opening ceremony of the Trans-Tasman Games, Including a traditional Maori welcome for the Australian team.
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The opening ceremony of the Trans-Tasman Games, held in Christchurch in 1979, Including a traditional Maori welcome for the Australian team, as well as coverage of sports such as table tennis, golf and basketball. Cheerleaders perform before the basketball game. Additional footage covers sightseeing and socialising.

  1. Daniel Beech

  2. John Hunt

Donated by Manawatu Deaf Society
Produced by Joan Bailey
Original format 7" 8mm
Reference number MDS08-02-SPO79
Sponsored by Otago-Southland Deaf Sports Combined