Historical information

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

The images feature Simon Lee of the Gim Wah Chinese Restaurant, located at Shop 29, Deer Park Shopping Centre, Neale Road, Deer Park.

At the time, Simon had worked as a chef for more than eight years and specialised in Chinese and Malaysian cuisine. He was well known within the Deer Park community for providing quality food at affordable prices, together with prompt and friendly service.

The photographs document a local business that contributed to the district's diverse dining and cultural landscape during the early 1990s.

Significance

The 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

7408.01 - Gim Wah Chinese Restaurant Deer Park Shopping Centre Neale Road Deer Park 1991 Photographs (Advocate 291.2).JPG

7408.02 - Gim Wah Chinese Restaurant Deer Park Shopping Centre Neale Road Deer Park 1991 Photographs (Advocate 291.2).JPG