Historical information

These photographs, taken by The Advocate in 1992, were published as part of the newspaper’s ongoing column profiling local traders across the district.

These photographs feature the staff of the Japanese Truck Care Centre located at 25 Wright Street, Sunshine.

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 black & white negatives

Inscriptions & markings

7654.01 - Japanese Truck Care 23 Wright Street Sunshine 1992 Photographs (Advocate 556.1).JPG

7654.02 - Japanese Truck Care 23 Wright Street Sunshine 1992 Photographs (Advocate 556.1).JPG