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88.9 Radio Redfern

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An observational documentary which looks at Sydney’s first community Aboriginal radio station, 88.9 Radio Redfern. Set against a backdrop of contemporary Aboriginal music, 88.9 Radio Redfern offers a special and rare exploration of the people, attitudes and philosophies behind the lead up to a different type of celebration of Australia’s Bicentennial Year. Throughout 1988, 88.9 Radio Redfern became an important focal point for communication and solidarity within the Aboriginal community. The film reveals how urban blacks are adapting social structures such as the mass media to serve their needs.

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Language
English
  • radio station
  • protest march
  • anniversary
  • indigenous australians

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Australia

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  • AustraliaAU

    • TVDate estimate, given content from January & March '881 Apr 1988
  • CanadaCA

    • PremiereIndian Summer - World Festival of Aboriginal Motion Pictures (Pincher Creek, Alberta)20 Sept 1989

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88.9 Radio Redfern was released on 20 September 1989.

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