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Date
Friday 22 May
Time
10.30am - 12pm
Location
Hetzel Lecture Theatre, Institute Building (Ground floor)
Cost
Free, booking required

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About the presenter

Mike Walsh, Associate Professor, Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences, Finders University  

Questions?
For any questions regarding the event, please reach out to the State Records of South Australia:
Phone: (08) 7322 7077
Email: staterecords@sa.gov.au
State Library Supports

State Records of South Australia has recently digitised material from the South Australian Film Corporation (SAFC) collection, offering fresh insight into the origins and ambitions of the state’s film industry.

Join the State Records and Associate Professor Mike Walsh to explore Don Dunstan’s vision for a South Australian film industry, the Corporation’s early years, and key productions from Sunday Too Far Away to Ultraman, plus a few rarities.
 

Presented by State Records of South Australia.

GRS 781 - Sunday Too Far Away - resized
Sunday Too Far Away reels, SRSA GRS 781.

 

How do I get to the State Library by public transport?

The 'State Library, Art Gallery, Museum' tram-stop is just outside the State Library. There are bus stops close by, near the War Memorial on North Terrace. The closest train station is the Adelaide city station on North Terrace.

You can plan your journey via Adelaide Metro.

Is there car parking near the State Library?

The nearest car park is Wilson's Adelaide Central car park, 225 North Terrace, next to David Jones.

There is paid (metered) street parking along Kintore Ave and Victoria Drive.

Where is the wheelchair and stroller access?

Access to the Spence Wing first floor and the Mortlock Chamber is via the lift in the glass foyer entrance of the library.

There is on-street disabled parking available on the nearby roads. View more information and maps of Adelaide City Council's Disability parking for permit holders.

How do I check if the Mortlock Chamber is open when I plan to visit?

The Mortlock Chamber may close for private events, check our opening hours for any closure times.

When it is open you can visit the Mortlock Chamber on the ground floor to look at the exhibition bays.  The upper levels of the Mortlock Wing include  study areas.

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Find out more about the cafe and resident organisations at the State Library.

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