Historical information

These photographs, taken by The Advocate in 1991, were published as part of the newspaper’s ongoing column profiling local traders across the district.

Thomas Argyle, a nurseryman, and his wife Beth owned the Sunshine's popular Florist Shop Argyle First, in Hampshire Road.

Beth in the 1980's & 1990's held various executive committee positions in the Sunshine Beautification Group including President, Secretary and Patron.

Significance

The Sunshine Advocate’s feature on local traders was a modest yet well‑liked column that played a meaningful role in strengthening community identity.

Through these regular profiles, the newspaper promoted local businesses and helped shape Sunshine’s understanding of its developing commercial district.

Physical description

Collection of digitally scanned negatives

Inscriptions & markings

7366.01 - Argyle Florist 11 Devonshire Rd Sunshine 1991 Photographs (Advocate 61.2).JPG

7366.02 - Argyle Florist 11 Devonshire Rd Sunshine 1991 Photographs (Advocate 61.2).JPG