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Touch the earth lightly
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2 editions published in 1994 in English and held by 26 libraries worldwide Glenn Murcutt is a major figure in world architecture - he received the Alvar Aalto Medal in 1992 and is the first Australian to win this honour. His trademark corrugated steel sheeting is expressed as an elevated pavilion which in turn is an inspired response to climate, site and client requirements. This documentary presents a selection of Murcutt's work from around Australia as well as presenting the views of commentators on the challenges which confront urban growth and design.
The Children of Federation
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1 edition published in 1987 in English and held by 26 libraries worldwide In this century there have been many marked changes. The changes in technology, fashion, music, television, drugs, attitudes and youth are examined through the eyes of those who have witnessed the whole progression. With archival footage six Gallipoli veterans discuss the last eighty years and what they think of Australia today.
Beginners' Spanish
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4 editions published between 1994 and 2005 in English and Italian and held by 23 libraries worldwide Designed for the traveller, this video contains over 300 useful words or phrases in English and then in Spanish, followed by a pause in which the student can repeat the word or phrase, with the Spanish repeated for the second time for verification.
Basic computer skills especially for seniors
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1 edition published in 2000 in English and held by 20 libraries worldwide
Discover Australia
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3 editions published between 1989 and 1991 in English and held by 18 libraries worldwide Shows some of the variety found in Australia: Sydney, New South Wales, the Gold Coast, the Barrier Reef, Queensland, South Australia, Perth, Western Australia, Northern Territory.
Beginners' French
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3 editions published between 1994 and 2005 in English and held by 17 libraries worldwide Designed for the traveller, this video contains over 300 useful words or phrases repeated in French and English.
Beginners' German
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3 editions published between 1994 and 2005 in English and held by 17 libraries worldwide Designed for the traveller, this video contains over 300 useful words or phrases in English and then in German, followed by a pause in which the student can repeat the word or phrase, with the German repeated for the second time for verification.
Relaxacise
by Barbara Martin
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1 edition published in 1992 in English and held by 17 libraries worldwide Teaches warm-up and postural exercises, deep breathing, stretching, contracting and relaxing muscles, finishing with complete relaxation. Movements are gentle but positive.
Craft smart. Volume 1
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1 edition published in 1991 in Undetermined and held by 16 libraries worldwide Shows how to make a bear hanging, baby bibs, lined basket, floral wall hanging and a tissue box house.
Beginners' Italian
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2 editions published in 1994 in Italian and English and held by 14 libraries worldwide Designed for the traveller, this video contains over 300 useful words or phrases repeated in Italian and English.
Tahiti
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2 editions published between 1995 and 2001 in English and held by 14 libraries worldwide A travel documentary looking at the history, culture, and attractions of Tahiti.
The Pyramids and the cities of the pharaohs
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3 editions published between 1994 and 1996 in English and held by 13 libraries worldwide The grandeur of ancient Egypt is recreated by computer graphics, art and archaeological remains. Reconstructions include the Temple of Luxor, Temple of Rameses, the Step Pyramid at Saqqara and the Great Temple of Abu Simbel. Suggested audience: intermediate, secondary, general.
Financial management for young adults getting your start
by Dave Durand
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2 editions published in 2000 in English and held by 13 libraries worldwide
Healthy choices Italian
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2 editions published in 2000 in English and held by 13 libraries worldwide Marietta Pagani shows you how to prepare many delicious, low-fat foods by using easy-to-follow recipes and simple techniques of Italian cookery.
Australia birth of a nation
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1 edition published in 2007 in English and held by 12 libraries worldwide Depicts the journey of the convicts and settlers of the First Fleet and re-enacts the early years of British colonisation of Australia.
The Defence of Australia
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2 editions published in 2000 in English and held by 11 libraries worldwide Filmed to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the "Battle of the Coral Sea", this fascinating documentary investigates Australia's greatest year of crisis, 1942, which saw the fall of Singapore and the subsequent Japanese bombings of Darwin. It also follows other dramatic events of that year including the great aircraft carrier battles of the Coral Sea and Midway; the Kokoda Trail and Bura; the impact of the war on the indigenous people of the Solomon Islands and the ways in which, in this time of deep crisis, Australia was assisted by a new friend, the United States.
Modernism, Picasso, Matisse & more
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1 edition published in 1992 in English and held by 11 libraries worldwide Using examples from the Hermitage collection, the development of Fauvism and other revolutions in the modern art world are examined. Paintings by Matisse, Picasco and others are shown.
Healthy choices French
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3 editions published between 2000 and 2004 in English and held by 11 libraries worldwide Marietta Pagani shows you how to prepare many delicious, low-fat foods by using easy-to-follow recipes and simple techniques of French cookery.
Wreaths & garlands
by Tonia Todman
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1 edition published in 1992 in English and held by 11 libraries worldwide A step-by-step guide to making floral wreaths and garlands.
Fiji
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3 editions published between 1995 and 2001 in English and held by 10 libraries worldwide A travel documentary looking at the history, culture and attractions of Fiji. more
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Antiquities Architects Architecture, Modern Art museums Australia Australia--Simpson Desert Biography Civilization Computer literacy Computers--Study and teaching Conversation and phrase books Cooking Cooking, Italian Criticism, interpretation, etc. Diabetes--Diet therapy Diabetes--Nutritional aspects Egypt Exercise Fiji Films--for English speakers Finance, Personal France French language French Polynesia--Tahiti (Island) German language Gosudarstvennyĭ Ėrmitazh (Russia) Great Britain Handicraft Heart--Diseases--Diet therapy History Italian language Italy Italy--Rome Low-cholesterol diet Low-fat diet Manners and customs Nutrition Painting, Modern Pictorial works Recipes Relaxation River boats Russia (Federation)--Saint Petersburg Social history Spanish language Tasmania Technological innovations Travel United States World War (1939-1945)
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