Historical information

These photographs, taken by The Advocate in 2000, were part of a special series documenting various locations and developments throughout the City of Brimbank.

The photographs feature staff from Big Sam's Supermarket located at 3 St. Albans Road, St. Albans.

Big Sam's Market, officially known as St. Albans Market, is one of Melbourne's longest-running fresh-food markets. Established in 1973 at 3 St Albans Road, it has served as an important shopping and community centre for the western suburbs, reflecting the cultural diversity of St Albans through its wide range of independent traders and specialty food retailers.

Significance

This collection is significant for its association with St Albans Market (Big Sam's Market), one of the most important commercial and community landmarks in St Albans. The market has served generations of residents since the 1970s and reflects the growth of St Albans as a major multicultural centre in Melbourne's western suburbs.

Physical description

Collection of digitally scanned coloured negatives

Inscriptions & markings

7778.01 - Big Sams Supermarket 3 St. Albans Road St. Albans 2000 Photographs (Advocate 368).JPG

7778.02 - Big Sams Supermarket 3 St. Albans Road St. Albans 2000 Photographs (Advocate 368).JPG

7778.03 - Big Sams Supermarket 3 St. Albans Road St. Albans 2000 Photographs (Advocate 368).JPG

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7778.06 - Big Sams Supermarket 3 St. Albans Road St. Albans 2000 Photographs (Advocate 368).JPG