The Kaikoura UFOs - 1978 Marlborough Video Vault 2020-05-13 | The TRUE STORY of a world-famous UFO encounter off the Kaikoura Coast of Marlborough, New Zealand. Told by the people who were actually there.On the night of 30 December 1978, Argosy aircraft ZK-SAE - the "Merchant Enterprise"- with two pilots and a three-person television crew on board, was followed down the coast by a group of fast-moving and unexplained lights. At the same time the objects were being tracked by ground radar stations, while the cameraman on board filmed them and the reported gave a live running commentary.What were they? Watch this film, then decide for yourself. Written and produced by Paul Davidson.
Marlborough Museum Open Day Marlborough Video Vault 2024-09-02 | A short clip capturing the fun and family interest in the Marlborough Museum - Father's Day 2024.
The MHS Story Marlborough Video Vault 2024-07-26 | A five minute history of the Marlborough Historical Society - and its challenging future.
Remembering David Marlborough Video Vault 2024-04-12 | The story of David Herd, who was the first known winemaker in Marlborough NZ. It revolves around the unveiling of a bronze statue of David which now graces the entrance to Marlborough Airport. Auntsfield Estate continues on the site of David Herd's vineyard, and the statue of David was commissioned by Graeme Cowley, owner of Auntsfield.
Making Marlborough - the Migrant Story Marlborough Video Vault 2023-11-09 | A feature-length documentary telling the story of Marlborough's uniquely diverse community - past and present.
Blenheim Lions - 60 Years Service Marlborough Video Vault 2023-05-24 | A short film celebrating Sixty Years of the Lions Club of Blenheim. Written and produced by past Lions President Paul Davidson.
The New Ferry 1962 Marlborough Video Vault 2023-05-18 | The new ferry "Aramoana" arrives and transforms vehicle and rail transport between the North and South Islands of New Zealand. With thanks to Archives New Zealand.
RNZAF Woodbourne Station Footage circa 1944 Marlborough Video Vault 2023-04-24 | Historic footage from RNZAF Base Woodbourne circa 1944. From the Air Force Museum archives,
The Perano Whalers Marlborough Video Vault 2023-04-10 | A short clip about the Perano whalers of Cook Strait 1911-1964. Taken from the feature documentary "Making Marlborough - the Migrant Story", a 2022 film written and directed by Paul Davidson.
Lions District Convention 2024 Marlborough Video Vault 2023-03-21 | A short promotional video encouraging Lions Club members to come to Marlborough for the 2024 Districts Convention.
Hawkesbury Sowing 1 March 2023 Marlborough Video Vault 2023-03-01 | The historic Hawkesbury farm has seen many changes since established by Cyrus Goulter in the nineteenth century. Today the current owner Rob Goulter is sowing seed at the top of Goulter Hill.
A Short History of Marlborough Wine Marlborough Video Vault 2023-02-14 | Mark Peters tells the story of early winemaking in Marlborough and the later establishment of the world-famous industry it is today. A clip from the 2022 film "Making Marlborough" by Paul Davidson and Barbara Gibb.
The Betty Guard Story Marlborough Video Vault 2023-02-14 | A short clip from the documentary "Making Marlborough - the Migrant Story". This clip tells the remarkable story of Betty Guard - the mother of the first white child born in the South Island of New Zealand.
A Festival Short Story Marlborough Video Vault 2023-02-09 | A short clip celebrating 30 years of the famous Marlborough Wine and Food Festival. A trailer for the full documentary "Vintage Marlborough" by Paul Davidson and Barbara Gibb.
ConspiraSeries Episode 2 - Comet Me Bro Marlborough Video Vault 2022-12-02 | A new take on a famous Marlborough mystery from Bubba and her team. Kapai !
Tohora Story - Whalegunner Marlborough Video Vault 2022-11-13 | Midge Marsden and Melissa O'Connell star in this musical tribute to the whalers of Cook Strait - and the mighty humpback whale. Lyrics version.
A Cappella Belles Marlborough Video Vault 2022-11-13 | A concert by various a cappella and barbershop groups. Picton NZ, 31 August 2020
North East Corner - Short Version Marlborough Video Vault 2022-08-29 | An abridged version of a National Film Unit documentary focusing on the Marlborough region of New Zealand. Includes whaling on the Orca, the coastal vessel Echo sailing to Blenheim, the Kaikoura Coast and holidays in Queen Charlotte Sound.
The Wairau - and its Forgotten Capital Marlborough Video Vault 2022-07-25 | Historian Barry Holdaway visits the site of a once thriving village on the Wairau Boulder Bank, Marlborough.
A tribute to John Gordon Marlborough Video Vault 2022-05-04 | John Gordon was best known as the popular presenter of "A Dog's Show". He also had an interest in aircraft, especially the Bristol Freighter, which he had often flown in as a Red Cross volunteer during the Vietnam war. He also presented the story of Safe Air, the unique Marlborough airline that flew Bristols and Argosies, in the film we made in 1990 "The Final Flight." Here's a brief clip from that film. Rest in Peace John.
Dont You Just Love Marlborough Marlborough Video Vault 2022-04-22 | A new song about marvelous Marlborough. Written by Rod Bird, sung in barbershop style by the Marlborough Sounds Chorus.
Argosy Final Landing: 30th September 1990 Marlborough Video Vault 2020-10-02 | Argosy aircraft ZK-SAE made its final landing at Woodbourne Airfield, at 1650 on the 30th September 1990. It never flew again, and neither did the airline SafeAir.
The Orca Whalers Song - from former whaler Mike Kelly Marlborough Video Vault 2020-05-29 | Mike Kelly sailed as a young boiler stoker aboard the Perano whalechaser "Orca" through 1963 - 64. Here he musically recalls a song the crew sang over many beers at the Federal Hotel in Picton. The song refers to many of the people and places involved in the Perano whaling business which ended in 1964.
Ragged Bloody Heroes - the Music Video Marlborough Video Vault 2020-05-23 | A Trans-Tasman collaboration with well-known Aussie singer Luke O'Shea. Shot in Sydney, Wellington and Marlborough, sponsored by NZ RSA, cut together at Woodbourne and premiered in April 2010. Sad to think that ten years later most of the veterans who participated are no longer with us.
Bill Stafford - Fighter Pilot Marlborough Video Vault 2020-05-23 | An interview with Bill Stafford, a Maori pilot who flew in World War II
A Visit to Picton Aquarium Marlborough Video Vault 2020-05-23 | Five year old Eli takes us on a tour of the Eco-World Aquarium on the Picton Foreshore.
Omaka Italiano: Two young Italians visit the Aviation Heritage Centre Marlborough Video Vault 2020-05-22 | Each year Lions Club sponsor young people from all over the world to come and spend time with Kiwi families. These two you Italian boys came to Blenheim Lions for a week in 2015, and of course they had to visit the world-famous Aviation Heritage Centre at Omaka. They were especially pleased to find an historic Italian Caproni aircraft on display there.
Renwick School visits the Argosy Marlborough Video Vault 2020-05-22 | A group of pupils with their teachers come and fly the historic Marlborough Argosy aircraft. Their excitement and learning is "plane" to see!
The Marlborough Historical Society 2002 Marlborough Video Vault 2020-05-22 | A short history of the Marlborough Historical Society at Brayshaw Park. Many changes have occurred since this film was made. There is now a full-time Director, Archivist and Collections Manager; Christmas at Beavertown is no more; The new Wine and Wairau Bar exhibitions are in place; and three new buildings acquired and restored - The Tuamarina Church, the Wairau Fever Ward and the old Fire Station.
Freeze Drying in action with Cuddon Engineering Marlborough Video Vault 2020-05-22 | Marlborough's Cuddon Engineering is a world leader in Freeze Drying technology and equipment. This film explains the principles of freeze-drying and how they are applied in Cuddon's world-wide installations. Made in 2008, updated 2016.
Opening of Brancott Estate Heritage Centre 2011 Marlborough Video Vault 2020-05-21 | The Brancott Heritage Centre sits on a hilltop overlooking the beautiful Marlborough landscape and the original Montana vineyards. It was officially opened by Prime Minister John Key on 17 October 2011. This film records the opening celebrations.
When You Love Someone Like That: ASB Theatre 2017 Marlborough Video Vault 2020-05-21 | Jaydin Shingleton and his mother Carole perform their winning duet at the 2017 Gourmet Paradise Country Music Awards, ASB Theatre, Blenheim. 20 January 2017
Franz Schuberts Gute Nacht - performed by Steve Austin and Louise Clark Marlborough Video Vault 2020-05-21 | ...
