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#17154 - Opening of Lake Burley Griffin

Resource ID
Location
17154
Photograph 3451
Title/subtitle
Opening of Lake Burley Griffin
Picture
Opening of Lake Burley Griffin
Format
Photograph
Identifier
politicians; Lake Burley Griffin; lakes; opening ceremonies; prime ministers
Physical description
Black & white photograph; 8cm x 8cm
Summary
Sir Robert Menzies at Regatta Point for the opening of Lake Burley Griffin with Russell and boats in background.
Availability
Not for loan. Copies available for purchase.
Notes
Prime Minister Sir Robert Menzies inaugurated the lake at a ceremony on a windy Saturday in October 1964.