Australian Race Circuit Opens (1963)

Oran Park, New South Wales, Australia.



Title reads 'Champion Drivers at Circuit Gala Opening'.



MS. Sign 'Racing', pan down to cars being attended to in paddock by the mechanics. Shots of the drivers and mechanics preparing cars for the race. CU. Engine of racing car. Start of the race. Various shots during day's racing on the Oran Park circuit. Sports cars, saloons and racing cars take part in events that mark the opening of this New South Wales track.



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Date found in the old record - 20/11/1963.
FILM ID:3139.06

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