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Series 12: Moomba Festival, 1986-1987

During 1986-1987, Mabo participated in the Communication and Arts Management Scheme run by the Aboriginal Training and Cultural Institute. Through this Scheme he was appointed Assistant Director, Aboriginal Arts for the Melbourne Moomba Festival. Mabo claimed that his efforts ensured the first ever Aboriginal involvement in the Moomba Festival.

 

Folder 1 Correspondence and other papers relating to the Moomba performances of the Dance Theatre of Fiji, 1986-1987. Papers relating to the Victorian Aboriginal Host Committee for the Moomba Festival, 1987.
Folder 2 Booklets Moomba Fantasy and Pacific Paradise. Sample of Pacific Paradise planning and production manual. List of organisations with entries.
Folder 3-5 Papers relating to Mabo's participation in the Communication and Arts Management Scheme run by the Aboriginal Training and Cultural Institute, 1987. It was through this Scheme that Mabo became involved in Moomba. Papers include essays, assignments, exams and project notes.
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