Historical information

Harold Fraser and family ran the Bundoora general store in the 1950s. Photographs from the collection of Shirley Fraser (nee Black). The Blacks were substantial landowners in the area.

Significance

Shows the transition from 'corner store' in house at front to 'supermarket' at rear of premises.

Physical description

2 black and white photographs of the general store and Post Office at Bundoora. Photo 1 depicts the store from the front showing the “Herald” and “The Sun” advertisements; photo 2 is taken from the right of the old store and shows the newer “4 square food store” behind. Photo 1, 11.5x16.5cm; photo 2, 16x21cm.

Inscriptions & markings

On back of each photo: "Harold Fraser's store Bundoora" and "Shirley Fraser"