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Barbara Holborow Out Takes

Barbara Holborow served for 12 years as a magistrate in the children's court, where her compassion and outspokenness were legendary.
Series : Australian Biography Series 8 | Year : 2001 | Total Duration : 26 Minutes | Producer : Robin Hughes
Director : Robin Hughes |
Tape 209 - Interview with Barbara Holborow about threatening incidents she has experienced as a magistrate, including being stalked by a disgruntled parent who had lost custody of his children. She also discusses her health problems. Barbara describes her campaign to establish an alternative detention centre to Long Bay Prison for young first offenders. Barbara gives her ideas about good parenting.
Access No. 131305 | 29 mins 30 secs | 2000s | Australia | © NFSA | Colour |