Avoca Beach Picture Theatre
For over ten years, Mike has been involved in a campaign to preserve the charm and originality of the famous single screen cinema in Avoca Beach. This is a passionate campaign for many in the area who are frequent patrons of the charming theatre, and regard it as equivalent to their Opera House. Many do not like the present proposal by the owners to turn it into a five screen multiplex, feeling that will destroy much of what makes the theatre special and indeed keeps it viable. Rubbo was leader of the campaign against over development up till 2006. Now, with over development again proposed, he has a more minor role but has gathered together 12 years of filming to make an overview film on the issue.
Mikes Avoca Beach Theatre clip 1: Our Little Treasure
Mikes Avoca Beach Theatre clip 2: No To Five
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