Historical information

On 8th August 2002, 19 large banners each 18 metres long, each made from hundreds of square pieces of fabric with images and messages, were attached to the side of McKillops Bridge at Deddick, Victoria. This bridge spans the Snowy River and is a significant crossing point in an isolated location. This ceremony was the culmination of a large multi-community project titled 'Banners of Hope', initiated as a focus on the 'year of the outback'. Many people, community groups, and schools contributed to this project, each coming from different locations associated with East Gippsland and with the Snowy River in particular.

Significance

This video compilation is significant because it is a record of a significant community project called 'Banners of Hope' staged at McKillops Bridge during the Year of the Outback, 2002.

Physical description

A video inside a plastic case. The front cover of the case has a compiled image of a large bridge and also a large multi-coloured banner of many squares beside it. The words Unveiling Hope are printed in gold/cream above the image.

Inscriptions & markings

Unveiling Hope
on McKillops Bridge
Year of the Outback
2002