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The Australian Television Archive has made a remarkable discovery by recovering footage of Tracy Grimshaw's entry into the Victorian Miss Teen Quest 1979. James Paterson, the owner of the Archive, said the material was part of a donation of items that were originally found in a skip bin destined for destruction. The 44-year-old tape was in poor condition and required extensive restoration work before it could be played and the contents extracted. Paterson was surprised to discover the footage of Grimshaw and had to double-check to make sure it was really her. The fact that the event was broadcast live suggests that an official recording may never have been archived, making this discovery all the more significant. The recovery and digitisation of this rare footage is a testament to the importance of preserving our cultural heritage. The Australian Television Archive offers a range of digitisation and preservation services to help content holders unlock the potential of their archive footage rather than letting it be lost to time. The archive also offers a footage research service which provides access to rare and exclusive footage from their extensive collection. The discovery of this footage provides a fascinating glimpse into Grimshaw's early life and is a valuable addition to the history of Australian television. The material is now digitised and preserved and available through the archives footage research and supply service. For media inquiries, contact info@austvarchive.com ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cJzd6fVZ31Y