Australia in Colour — Season 1
A look at pivotal moments in Australia's history from 1900 to 1970, through the use of cutting-edge technology which colourises black and white archive footage.
About this season
A look at pivotal moments in Australia's history from 1900 to 1970, through the use of cutting-edge technology which colourises black and white archive footage.
Episodes (4)
1. Outpost of Empire
Aired 6 March 2019 • 50 min
Explore Australia's history from 1897 to 1929, including explorer Douglas Mawson, swimmer Annette Kellerman, and the men fighting in WWI.
2. Shifting Allegiances
Aired 13 March 2019 • 50 min
Explores how sport and comedy offered relief from the hunger of the Great Depression, at least until the outbreak of war.
3. Populate Or Perish
Aired 20 March 2019 • 50 min
Indigenous people must deal with racism and discrimination, and their children are removed, creating the stolen generations.
4. The Decade Of Protest
Aired 27 March 2019 • 50 min
The public supports Australia's efforts in the Vietnam War, until the toll becomes apparent; awareness rises about discrimination and racism against Indigenous people.