Retail, theatre, live music and entertainment have been central parts of the history of Carlton, Fitzroy, Collingwood and Richmond. This tour presents some key sites associated with these industries.
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by laurenpikoCarlton Hall was built by John Pigdon in February 1877, in controversial circumstances during the election campaign for the new …
cchgMoran and Cato's national grocery chain had its genesis in Frederick Cato and Thomas Edwin Moran's first two stores, opened …
laurenpikoIn 1873, the Exhibition Boot Factory was constructed on this site. In 1902, the building was purchased by the Roman …
laurenpikoMark Foy opened a drapery store on this site on Smith Street in 1870. Foy modelled his store after the …
laurenpikoThe Corner Hotel first opened on this site in the 1870s to serve the growing population of the suburb of …
laurenpikoThe Royal Oak Hotel has continuously operated on this site since 1866, when the site was first licensed to publican …
laurenpikoLaurie Richards operated the Tiger Lounge (also known sometimes as the Tiger Room) in the Royal Oak Hotel, Bridge Road …
davidnicholsThe factory complex on this site has had a long and varied history which reflects Richmond's changing economy over the …
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