SANDOW THE STRONG MAN, 1894
Eugene Sandow flexes his muscular physique for the camera. This copy is taken from the Edison Kinetoscope, 1894.
SERPENTINE DANCE, 1895
A “Skirt Dance”, a popular vaudeville attraction, performed by Annabelle Moore. Edison Manufacturing Company.
HINGE FAMILY, 1910
The Christchurch family pose in their finery for the camera. Photographed by Leslie Hinge.
TARANAKI JOCKEY CLUB 1912 (excerpt)
“The World of Fashion - Scenes on the Lawn.” Produced by Garnett Saunders
1,500 SCHOOL BOYS, 1912 (excerpt)
“Some Good Samples of Taranaki's Coming Manhood.” Produced by Garnett Saunders.
SWIMSUIT CONTEST, 1924
Women pose for the camera. Photographed by Frank Stewart.
INKSTER STAFF AGAIN ENJOY THEIR ANNUAL PICNIC ON THE SHORES OF LAKE BRUNNER, JANUARY 30, 1929
Hi - jinks at Lake Brunner, on the West Coast.
ROSE (NZ) vs HAHN (USA) IN FINAL MILE TEST, 1926 (excerpt)
Prior to the race at Athletic Park in Wellington, tyre races were held!
BEAUTY CONTEST, 1929
'Patrons are asked to vote for competitors from the standpoint of merit only, and are asked to particularly note, as competitors are screened, the number for which they intend to vote. On leaving theatre kindly place voting papers in ballot boxes provided in vestibule'.
PUPILS PRACTISING FOR MONSTER 'CHINESE CARNIVAL' TO BE HELD 1ST MAY IN AID OF ST JOHN’S AMBULANCE IN THE GROUNDS OF ‘LEITH GROVE,’ 1928
Children perform dances on the lawn at 'Leith Grove' the Dunedin residence of Miss AE Usherwood.
VICTORY THROWN AWAY: BIG FIGHT ENDS SENSATIONALLY, 1930 (excerpt) Tommy Donovan, the fighting fireman from Waitara & Pete Sarron (USA) warm up before the big fight, held in New Plymouth on 15 March 1930.
SO THIS IS WANGANUI, 1934 (excerpt)
Carnival contests and activities, including a tug of war, an obstacle race, catch the greasy pig, and balancing on greasy pole. The last section is of children performing a canoe poi.
ST. JOHN AMBULANCE BABY CONTEST. DISTRICT STAGE, 1939
A baby contest held in a Dunedin (?) theatre with prizes donated by proprietors of “R.U.R. The Universal Health Remedy”. First prize is £500 .
THE ARTS OF EQUILIBRIUM & GYRATION 4: 194-,
“Tumbling and balancing satisfy an instinct to exercise the body. Jack Bonham, Edgar Sutton and Jim McComish performing gymnastics in Parnell Park, Auckland.
[NEW DANCE GROUP WELLINGTON 1945] (excerpt)
Philip A. Smithells, formed this experimental dance company to explore unconventional dance themes. The evolution of dance and the traumas caused by war were principal subjects.
7 YEAR OLD DANCING PHENOMENON, 1930
“Dunedin, Pretty little Rowena Jackson is a big hit in Dunedin .” New Zealand Audible Items Of Interest, Camera Lee Hill, New Zealand Soundscenes
CURVES ARE FASHIONABLE, HARRY BALDOCK, A SPLENDID PICTURE OF VIM, VIGOUR & VITALITY, ca1931
Harry Baldock of Dunedin weightlifting. Camera Lee Hill, New Zealand Soundscenes.
COME UP AND SEE US SOMETIME - ANYTIME! THE NEW ART OF SLIMMING ON MILFORD BEACH, 193
Extraordinary rowing machines are demonstrated in Auckland. New Zealand Soundscenes.
THE SKATERS' BALLET - WELLINGTON , 1933
Royal Rink Skaters reveal grace and beauty: Formation roller skaters perform. New Zealand Soundscenes No 17
CURVES & CONTRASTS - THE CAMERA ART OF ROBERT STEELE 1946
“In presenting curves and contrasts, may I say that these studies are taken as experiments in lighting, all of them being in my favourite style of low key.” (Robert Steele)
RHYTHM AND MOVEMENT, 1948
This film advocates the benefits of physical exercise for women. The work of Gisa Taglicht, pioneer of women's rhythmical gymnastics is demonstrated. Weekly Review 346
BODY BUILDERS... LIFTING AND TUMBLING, 1949
The New Zealand Weightlifting Championships, held in Palmerston North, drew record entries from all parts of the country. The light weight division was won by Eddie Horton of Whangarei who also won the overall title of Mr New Zealand. Herb Young of Auckland took away the heavy weight title. Weekly Review 385
HUTT VALLEY - YOUTH CLUB, 1958
Teenagers from the Hutt Valley Youth Club, meet on Sunday afternoons during the winter months, at the Taita Community Hall. After 5 years the club has over 600 members and weekly programmes are organised by the Club Committee. Burt Robinson, who started the club and Betty Smith, secretary, find plenty of activities to interest members. Dancing, music, sports activities and games are just a few of them. Parents too, are encouraged to take an active part in the club. Pictorial Parade 79
THE UNCERTAIN SEASON 1962 (excerpt)
A pictorial essay by Shirley Maddock about spring- including the most chic 60s hats. Produced by NZBC.
AOTEAROA HIP HOP SUMMIT 2001 {excerpt)
Short extract of break dancing. Front of the Box Productions