Historical information

These photographs, taken by The Advocate in 1999, were published as part of the newspaper’s ongoing column profiling local traders and businesses throughout the district.

The images feature the two staff members from Sunshine Garden Supplies located at 987 Ballarat Road, Deer Park

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 coloured negative

Inscriptions & markings

7681.01 - Sunshine Garden Supplies 987 Ballarat Road Deer Park 1999 Photographs (Advocate 103).JPG

7681.02 - Sunshine Garden Supplies 987 Ballarat Road Deer Park 1999 Photographs (Advocate 103).JPG

7681.03 - Sunshine Garden Supplies 987 Ballarat Road Deer Park 1999 Photographs (Advocate 103).JPG