MOON LANDING: prominent Ballaratians recall watching remarkable feat

By Melanie Whelan
Updated July 15 2019 - 7:08pm, first published 6:00pm
HISTORY: Neil Armstrong walking on the moon surface, as taken by fellow astronaut Buzz Aldrin. Picture: NASA
HISTORY: Neil Armstrong walking on the moon surface, as taken by fellow astronaut Buzz Aldrin. Picture: NASA

WATCHING live vision of man first set foot on the moon captivated people across Ballarat in what many say remains one of the most remarkable feats in history they have seen play out. The moon landing took place 12.58pm Ballarat time, on July 21, 1969. That moment still evokes vivid memories for prominent Ballarat leaders who spoke to The Courier.

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