Murray Street 79-87
| Place type: | Building |
|---|---|
| Address: | 79-87 Murray Street |
| Town or Locality: | Gawler |
Since the late 1800's this row of shops has had an active trade, old photographs show businesses including J K Sanderson Saddler (c1882), Cox & Dealy Painters, W A Couche Hairdresser & Tobacconist, and L Page Greengrocer (all c1933).
One well remembered store was Congdon's Deli, which was operated by Eric Congdon and his wife Jean Congdon at 81 Murray Street from 9 Sep 1947 until 1976, when they sold to Bill Fleer and retired. Click here to see photos of Congdon's Deli.
From around 2007 to 2012 the shops were used for hairdressing (eg. Heart & Soul Salon, Belissimo Beauty & Nail Studio), state government candidate office and assorted food shops (eg.Pizza Haven & Noodle Smart).
Demolition of these shops started August 2012 in preparation for the 'Murray Street Plaza' redevelopment being undertaken by the proprietors of the adjoining Old Spot Hotel (Golden Fleece).The big colourful May Brothers mural which was affixed to the northern wall of the entry to the rear carpark was preserved and securely placed in the National Trust Museum in Gawler.
Click here to see photos of 79-87 Murray Street over the years, including photos of the demolition, preparation and construction of the new 'Murray Street Plaza' complex (special thanks to Slava Grigoriev for the photographic contribution of the demolition and reconstruction of this site from 2012-2013).
Click here to see photos of the Golden Fleece Hotel (also traded as Old Spot) at 77 Murray Street, which adjoins the row of shops.
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