The First Australians
First transmitted in 1963, the Aboriginal people are the subject of this report by David Attenborough from the Northern Territory of Australia.
First transmitted in 1963, the Aboriginal people are the subject of this report by David Attenborough from the Northern Territory of Australia.
David Attenborough joins the Gunavidji people on the coast of the Northern Territory to obtain a better understanding of their traditional way of life. He examines the efforts of the Australian government to move Aboriginal communities away from their nomadic tradition by building welfare settlements and training schools.
This programme offers a unique insight into a difficult and complex period in Aboriginal history.
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Welfare Station
Duration: 00:46
Sir David Attenborough - The Early Years
This programme is part of a BBC Four Collection showcasing the early work of Sir David Attenborough.
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- Fri 31 May 196319:30BBC Television Service
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David Attenborough - The Early Years
A collection of programmes showcasing the early work of Sir David Attenborough.
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Working with the legendary broadcaster on our BBC Four archive collection.
