Historical information

These photographs, taken by The Advocate in 1988, were published as part of the newspaper's ongoing column profiling local traders throughout the district.

The photographs feature a staff member of All Star Sports and Cycles, then located in Alfrieda Street, St Albans.

Ivan Pogacic and his wife, Maree, were the proprietors of All Star Sports and Cycles. They established the business in Alfrieda Street in 1987 before relocating to premises at 290 Main Road East, St Albans, in late 1990.

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

7467.01 - All Star Sports And Cycles Alfrieda Street St. Albans 1988 Photographs (Advocate 614.3).JPG

7467.02 - All Star Sports And Cycles Alfrieda Street St. Albans 1988 Photographs (Advocate 614.3).JPG