Toehold on a Harbour

Toehold on a Harbour

Toehold on a Harbour

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Toehold on a Harbour

1966

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An entertaining look at life in Wellington, New Zealand in the 1960s, giving a colourful impression of Wellington city: hills, winding streets, busy people and strong winds.

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