Local Government
Wyndham-East Kimberley
Region
Kimberley
Coolibah Dr opp Hospital Kununurra
Wyndham-East Kimberley
Kimberley
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| Municipal Inventory | Adopted | 20 Feb 1997 | ||
During the 1960s and early 1970s the Picture Gardens were a very important part of the social life of Kununurra. For many people Wednesday and Sunday pictures were the highlight of entertainment for the whole family. Canvas chairs were provided but many people chose to supply their own. The interval was quite long - time enough to catch up with friends. The advent of television and video changed this. However, though the picture gardens have been retained there have been many changes. None of the original infrastructure remains. Today films can been seen from a drive in section, though some seating has been retained. The Kununurra Progress Association has run this service successfully for many years, with much of the labour given voluntarily. Memories of the pictures include being rained out in the wet season and collapsing deck chairs causing much mirth to those people surrounding the victims. A stage built in the late 1960s is still present on this site. It has been well used by local drama groups and visiting performers such as Slim Dusty.
Site
Historic Site
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| Present Use | SOCIAL\RECREATIONAL | Theatre or Cinema |
| Original Use | SOCIAL\RECREATIONAL | Theatre or Cinema |
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