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The origin of ‘Sunshine’ and who is HV McKay? 

Uncover the fascinating story of McHay and the benefits of sunshine.

Robur Tea: Yarraville 

Delve into the enchanting tale of Robur Tea, a symbol of nostalgia in Melbourne's tea culture.

Memorial for Post-WW2 European migrants at Williamstown Cemetery

A memorial has been installed in Williamstown Cemetery honouring European migrants and refugees who arrived in Australia after the end of WW2.

TIDD BROS EXHAUST SERVICE – Spotswood

The ghost sign of an arrow points to a place that isn’t there. A muffler shop lost to time.

Owens’ Building – Williamstown

In the early 1900s, P. (Peter) Murray’s Grocery Store stood at the corner of Ferguson Street and Railway Place, opposite North Williamstown Train Station.

Ghost Signs – Hosking & Son in Newport

By Sean Reynolds Once upon a time, Melbourne’s neighbourhoods were dotted with family-run businesses. The corner grocer stocked local brands like McAlpin’s Flour and Robur...

Then & Now – Sunshine Post Office

By Mark Macdonald Two photographs tell the story of a changing Sunshine—one of the beautiful post office that stood proudly at the intersection of Dickson...

C. Ebeling & Sons: Engineering and Trugo

Claus Ebeling, a pioneering blacksmith and engineer, left a lasting mark on Yarraville’s history. 

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