History

Len Broadway and his Wembley bakery

Explore the history of Broadway brothers and their bakery in the West, from family tales to baking traditions from 1900 to 1950.

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...

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