Parody letterhead: DELIVERING FOR QUEENSLAND, a four-legged rooster and centaur coat of arms, FEDERAL Government FISHERIES (satire, not a real government logo)

A four-legged rooster and a centaur. Parody satire.

Instructional Films

The Registry's "Things to Do With Fish" series of instructional films. None of the films involve fish. The Registry considers this an oversight, but has decided to proceed.

Silent animated films with on-screen captions. Captions are also provided as a text track. Made for this site; see Credits.

Instructional Film No. 1 · about 30 seconds · contains no fish

How to Fold a Fitted Sheet

Issued under the Linen (Fitted Corners) Regulations 1994, this film shows the four approved steps for folding a fitted sheet, and the fifth unofficial step that everybody actually uses.

Instructional Film No. 2 · about 30 seconds · contains no fish

How to Butter Toast Evenly

Produced under the Spreadable Surfaces (Even Coverage) Act 2002. Introduces the nine-zone Butter Distribution Grid and the inspection that follows.

Instructional Film No. 3 · about 30 seconds · contains no fish

How to Parallel Park a Shopping Trolley

A Trolley Bay Conduct Ordinance 2011 training film. Covers approach, reversing, the left veer that all trolleys have, and walking away with dignity.

Instructional Film No. 4 · about 30 seconds · contains no fish

How to Untangle a Charging Cable

Made under the Cord Management (Pocket Knots) Act 2019. A calm, four-step method, followed by a frank acknowledgement of what will happen in your pocket.

Instructional Film No. 5 · about 30 seconds · contains no fish

How to Water a Cactus

From the Succulent Restraint Guidelines 2008. The central lesson of this film is knowing when to stop.

Instructional Film No. 6 · about 30 seconds · contains no fish

How to Open a Stubborn Jar

Produced under the Lid Release (Persuasion) Regulations 2015. Twisting, tapping, warm water and a gentle word.

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