Old Films
A Trip to Mundaring Weir by train, 1926
The film was originally done by the Owen Brothers in 1926, shot on 16mm film. This film was given to George Robinson of Ferndale in the 1980’s, probably as a discard. George collected films that were unwanted. George was a friend of Lindsay Morris of Darlington, who set up the Kookaburra Theatre in Mundaring in 1997 and sold to Peter Foyster in 2015. Lindsay had the film cleaned and 2 copies of the film made. He kept one and George the other. In the 1990’s George had a DVD copy of his film made by Perth Audio who put captions and music ("Those were the days") to the film which made it over 8 mins. In 2020 the film was shared to Lost Mundaring by the Darlington History Group Inc.
CALM burning off at John Forrest National Park, 1980s
This video, filmed by CALM worker Tom Niven during a controlled burn at John Forrest National Park in the 1980s, offers a fascinating glimpse into the region's land management practices. We are grateful to Tom Niven for donating this valuable footage, which helps us preserve and share the stories of our local environment and history.
Mundaring Weir Overflowing, c. 1960s
Experience the stunning spectacle of Mundaring Weir overflowing in the 1960s. This remarkable footage, shared by Andrew Winter of Lost Films and Lost Perth, captures a moment when nature’s power is on full display. Andrew discovered this film and several others on a roadside in Swan View, preserving a vital piece of our local history.
Hovea Falls and John Forrest National Park, 1963
Discover a captivating glimpse of Hovea Falls and John Forrest National Park as they were in 1963. This old film, courtesy of Andrew Winter's Lost Films and Lost Perth, showcases the beauty and serenity of our local landscapes from decades past.
Parkerville Hotel, 1970s
Delve into rare footage of the Parkerville Hotel as it thrived under the ownership of the Harrison Family during the 1970s. This captivating glimpse into the past showcases the charm and character of the hotel, offering a unique look at a beloved local landmark. Enjoy this wonderful footage, and a heartfelt thank you to the Harrison Family for sharing this treasure with us.
"History is to society
as memory is to the individual"
R.P. & H DULLARD
FORMER SHIRE PRESIDENTS