Footage from 1939 takes viewers to New Zealand's famous Rotorua Spa and on a steam train journey from Wellington to Auckland through Rotorua.
The final film provides a sneak a peek of wartime New Zealand in 1943 as women on the home front took over the work of men away at war.
Julie says the Friends of Rotorua Museum were interested in screening some historic footage from the district and located the films through Ngā Taonga Sound & Vision.
"It is a great opportunity to see some important moments of Rotorua history, and a chance for the community to better understand how the district has been shaped."
She says preserving items such as this film reel is important because historical documents and archives provide future generations with the opportunity to see our history and learn from it.
Tea, coffee, and biscuits will be provided.
The footage is courtesy of Ngā Taonga Sound & Vision depositors and Te Arawa Trust, from material preserved and made available by Ngā Taonga Sound & Vision
Door sales (cash only) will be available on the day if any tickets are available.
For more information contact Julie Parsons at Julie.parsons@rotorualc.nz or call (07) 351 7823.
The Details
- What: Archival film screening - In and around Rotorua (1927 -1954)
- When: Sunday June 24, 3.30pm
- Where: Rotorua Energy Charitable Trust Rooms, 1358 Eruera St
- Cost: $10 for Friends members or $15 for non-members. Tickets available at Rotorua Lakes Council reception. Seats limited.
