ABC News (Australia) published this video item, entitled “NFSA receives $41.9 million in funding to save hours of footage of Australian life | ABC News” – below is their description.
Historical footage of Australian life in the 20th century can now be saved after the National Film and Sound Archive secured $41.9 million in federal funding.
NFSA chief executive Patrick McIntyre says the urgently needed funding will preserve “Australia’s history for future generations”.
“The stories and memories these materials contain provide us with an immediate connection to our lived past, as well as insights into our national character and where we might be heading,” Mr McIntyre said.
ABC News (Australia) YouTube Channel
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