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Article

Tune into Radio 100

30 November 2023
VIEW
Detail from a painting of the mascot terrier Nipper listening to a gramophone
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What does radio mean to you?

Industry insiders and radio fans answer the question, 'What does radio mean to you?'
5 December 2023
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Interview with a Radio 100 curator

Amy Butterfield shares the challenges and surprising discoveries of curating for Radio 100.
Amy Butterfield  / 
23 November 2023
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New waves: The birth of radio in Australia

A look at the early days of radio, from crystal sets to first broadcasts and advertisements.
23 November 2023

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Dec 2022

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In the Make-Up Chair with Viv Mepham
Australian Make-Up Artist Viv Mepham

A look at the career of Viv Mepham, one of Australia's behind-the-scenes pioneers in the world of make-up artistry.

BY
 Alexandra Robinson
6 December 2022
Film
Oral History
Photographs
Television

Dec 2022

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Rose Byrne Interview
Aussies in Hollywood: Rose Byrne in conversation

Listen to Jenny Cooney's podcast conversation with Rose Byrne about working with Heath Ledger, switching between drama and comedy, and starting a production company.

BY
 Rachael Priddel
1 December 2022
Sound

Nov 2022

Cinematographer Adam Arkapaw
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Adam Arkapaw
Adam Arkapaw, Australian Cinematographer

Dr John Milner looks at the work of acclaimed Australian cinematographer Adam Arkapaw, whose work features in our Australians & Hollywood exhibition.

BY
 Johnny Milner
29 November 2022
Film
Television

Nov 2022

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Ned Kelly on Film
Ned Kelly in Australian Cinema, 1906 to 2019

Dating back to our first feature film, we explore Australian cinema's enduring fascination with our most infamous bushranger.

BY
 Johnny Milner
24 November 2022
Film

Nov 2022

Director Justin Kurzel
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Justin Kurzel
Australian Director Justin Kurzel: Myth, Murder and National Identity

Dr John Milner explores the work of Justin Kurzel, a director whose films explore myth, identity and traumatic moments in Australian history.

BY
 Johnny Milner
17 November 2022
Film

Nov 2022

Detail of a costume from the film ELVIS showing a green frog playing a guitar. The diamante fabric of the costume is accented with sparkling jewels.
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Catherine Martin: ELVIS Costumes
Catherine Martin: Costume Designs for Baz Luhrmann's ELVIS

NFSA curator Jenny Gall does a deep dive into Catherine Martin's costumes for ELVIS. Selected costumes from the film are part of the Australians & Hollywood exhibition at the NFSA.

BY
 Jenny Gall
7 November 2022
Film
Object
Photographs

Jul 2022

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NFSA Presents: Inspired
NFSA Presents: Inspired – Emily Browning

Emily Browning talks to Jenny Cooney about our best films, the unique Australian sense of humour, and who inspires her.

8 July 2022
Film

Jul 2022

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NFSA Presents: Inspired
NFSA Presents: Inspired – Tony McNamara

Tony McNamara (The Great) talks to Jenny Cooney about creative ambition and the filmmakers that influenced him.

6 July 2022
Film

Jun 2022

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Australians in Hollywood: Oral Histories
Australians in Hollywood: From the NFSA Oral History Collection

We dive deep into the NFSA Oral History collection to present stories about leading stars and filmmakers featured in our Australians & Hollywood exhibition.

BY
 Sean O'Brien
30 June 2022
Oral History

Jun 2022

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NFSA Presents: Inspired
NFSA Presents: Inspired – Leah Purcell

Leah Purcell (The Drover's Wife) talks to Jenny Cooney about our film history and the impact of seeing black worlds on screen.

29 June 2022
Film

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Radio 100
Tune into Radio 100
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WINHANGANHA
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Golden age of 1990s kids' TV
Round the Twist and more.
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Australian invention
The Fairlight sampler
The first digital synthesiser and sampler.
Brisbane in early morning with the sun shining on city buildings and the Brisbane River
Nostalgia
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Australia through the decades.
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Step Back in Time
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Test your Kylie knowledge.

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