Sydney 1896-1929: Rugby, boxing and landmarks

’Before the Bridge -- Sydney in the silent film era (1896-1929)’ includes: - Footage filmed on top of a Sydney tram heading south down George Street in 1906. - American boxer Jack Johnson filmed training at Rushcutters Bay in December 1908, in preparation for his World Heavyweight Championship title match at Sydney Stadium against Canadian Tommy Burns. - Daylight saving is introduced to NSW on 1 January 1917. Swimmers flock to the beach. - Rugby League representative game, SCG 5 June 1922. New Zealand Mao