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The first edition (single volume) contained a listing of 790 organisations. This. the fourth edition, contains 4105
entries and was compiled over the period July to October 1996. Over 3,500 data collection forms were mailed
out during the latter part of 1996.

Part 1: The Australian Historical Directory Is Intended as a first-contact guide and entries for organisations,
centres and individual researchers, Includes only name, contact details, and a summary function statement.
Entries, are arranged by State by name. There Is also a locatlonal index listing all entries by postcode. The
Directory has many interesting listings such as the Catswhisker Radio Museum at Chlltern, and Melbourne's
Living Museum of the West at Maribymong.
Part 2: The Guide To The Societies describes In more detail (where provided) the aims, functions and activities
of historical societies. The description detail also includes services performed. special projects, publications
produced, membership and fees, resource materials held, arrangements for public access to any facilities that
the organisation controls, and any other information that the organisation wishes to have listed. Entries are
arranged by State by name.

Two additional listings are included for publications: a titles list and an author list. One of the publications listed
of interest to CATHS members Is. 'It's on at the Union', a history of the Miners Union Theatre, published by the
Wonthaggl and District Historical Society.

The publishers can also provide a mailing label service from the directory data base for different categories and
locations. Into History is an indispensable guide for anyone researching Australian history!

Into History is available from the publishers: R.S. and AF, Reid, 1 fan Street, North Ryde. NSW 2113
Telephone (02) 9888 1995
Part 1: $33 Part 2: $21 (includes postage)

Stage Whispers Amateur Theatre (SWAT) Directory 1997
Much of Australia s theatre history and activity is with amateur and community theatre groups. This publication,
lhe second annual SWAT Directory, Is a fantastic resource for finding information about live theatre. The Directory
contains listings of amateur theatre companies In Victoria, New South Wales and South Australia, as well as
dance schools and suppliers, venues, universities and colleges that offer performing arts courses, agents, crew
and general services. The Directory Is also available on disk.

The SWAT Directory 1997 is available from: Stage Whispers, PO Box 318, Monbulk Vic 3793
Telephone: (03) 9752 1065
Cost: $12 (Includes postage) Dlsk: $80 or $40 for updates.

The Smm Film Guide Complied by Rodney Bourke

The 8mm Film Guide Is packed wllh lots of information for filmmakers, collectors and enthusiasts of 8mm film,
and film generally. The Guide has information on sources of the various 8mm film stocks, film services. equipment,
collectors fairs, publications and feature film suppliers. Australian and international contacts, filmmaking groups,
film festivals and Information on cinema history are also included in the magazine.

The 8mm Film Guide Is available from: R. Bourke, PO Box 122, Highet! Vic 3190
Subscription: $6 for 4 issues; Sample $1 .50

Reel Deals Compiled by Mike Trickett
This magazine is a great resource for film collectors as It has pages of advertisements from feature film dealers.
Listings Include 8mm, 16mm, 35mm and video features and equipment and service providers. There is also
some information on markets, groups, publications and cinema history.
Reel Deals is available from: Mike Trickett, 25 Fairlie St, North Geelong VIc 3215
Telephone:(Ah) 0352 781 986 (Bh) 0352 789 766
Subscnption:$10for 4 issues

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