Kangaroo to Kakadu: Australia

Kangaroo to Kakadu: Australia

Kangaroo to Kakadu: Australia

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Kangaroo to Kakadu: Australia

2022

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A journey thru the backbone of the continent, from south to north, the challenging center discovering the landmarks, the Great Ocean Road, K.I., Coober Pedy, Uluru-Kata-Tjuta, Nitmiluk, and Kakadu. Nature and history.

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Directed by: Carlo Ferraro
Produced by: Carlo Ferraro
Karin Biedermann

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