Historical information

This photograph, taken by The Advocate in 1993, were published as part of the newspaper’s ongoing column profiling local traders across the district.

This photograph features Marre Aquilina, Carmel Robson & Cybil from Spoils, Deer Park Shopping Centre, Neale Road, Deer Park.

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 black & white negatives

Inscriptions & markings

7560 - Spoils Deer Park Shopping Centre 1993 Photograph (Advocate 106.1).JPG