In the first eight days of December 1979, over 2000 people from all over the New Hebrides (now known as Vanuatu) travelled to Vila, the capital, to take part in the first National Arts Festival. The festival, which covered a wide range of cultural activities, was arranged to help foster interest in the 'old ways' and try to unite the people through their rich culture.

(1980, 26 minutes) A Film Australia Production. Produced for the Australian Development Assistance Bureau.

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