Australia House Collection

Guildford Grammar School Chapel, c1947. Creator: Unknown
Guildford Grammar School Chapel, c1947. Usually known as the Chapel of St. Mary and St. George. A Heritage-listed building on Terrace Road, East Guildford

Fremantle Harbour from the Air, c1947. Creator: Unknown
Fremantle Harbour from the Air, c1947. From " Perth - City of Sunshine". [Australia House Bookshop, London, c1947]

Mosman Bay, Keanes Point, Peppermint Grove, c1947. Creator: Unknown
Mosman Bay, Keanes Point, Peppermint Grove, c1947. From " Perth - City of Sunshine". [Australia House Bookshop, London, c1947]

The old Strand and Holywell Street, prior to demolition in 1900; The Strand, looking east
5990616 The old Strand and Holywell Street, prior to demolition in 1900; The Strand, looking east, showing Australia House (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Australia House and the Gladstone Memorial, the Strand (b / w photo)
3637454 Australia House and the Gladstone Memorial, the Strand (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Australia House and the Gladstone Memorial)

Australia House and Aldwych, London (photo)
582349 Australia House and Aldwych, London (photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Australia House and Aldwych)

Flowering Gum and Banksia, c1947. Creator: Unknown
Flowering Gum and Banksia, c1947. From " Perth - City of Sunshine". [Australia House Bookshop, London, c1947]

Treasury Gardens, c1947. Creator: Unknown
Treasury Gardens, c1947. From " Perth - City of Sunshine". [Australia House Bookshop, London, c1947]

South Wharf, Fremantle, c1947. Creator: Unknown
South Wharf, Fremantle, c1947. From " Perth - City of Sunshine". [Australia House Bookshop, London, c1947]

High Street, Fremantle, c1947. Creator: Unknown
High Street, Fremantle, c1947. From " Perth - City of Sunshine". [Australia House Bookshop, London, c1947]

Barrack Street, c1947. Creator: Unknown
Barrack Street, c1947. Barrack Street existed as a named road as early as 1833. It was named for the military barracks that existed along the alignment, at the corner of St Georges Terrace, in 1829

Canning Dam, c1947. Creator: Unknown
Canning Dam, c1947. The dam is situated on the Darling Scarp and is an impoundment of the Canning River. From " Perth - City of Sunshine". [Australia House Bookshop, London, c1947]

Parliament House, c1947. Creator: Unknown
Parliament House, c1947. Located on Harvest Terrace in West Perth, Western Australia by chief architects John Grainger (1897-1905) and Hillson Beasley, . From " Perth - City of Sunshine"

Scarborough, c1947. Creator: Unknown
Scarborough, c1947. From " Perth - City of Sunshine". [Australia House Bookshop, London, c1947]

St. Georges Terrace, c1947. Creator: Unknown
St. Georges Terrace, c1947. From " Perth - City of Sunshine". [Australia House Bookshop, London, c1947]

Perth from the Air, c1947. Creator: Unknown
Perth from the Air, c1947. From " Perth - City of Sunshine". [Australia House Bookshop, London, c1947]

Entrance to Kings Park, c1947. Creator: Unknown
Entrance to Kings Park, c1947. Mixture of grassed parkland, botanical gardens and natural bushland on Mount Eliza. From " Perth - City of Sunshine". [Australia House Bookshop, London, c1947]

Queens Gardens, c1947. Creator: Unknown
Queens Gardens, c1947. Located on a former brickworks and clay pit site in the eastern end of the Perth, Western Australia. From " Perth - City of Sunshine"

War Memorial, c1947. Creator: Unknown
War Memorial, c1947. Kings Park war memorial, dedicated by family members to Western Australian service men and women who died in World War I and World War II

Murray Street, c1947. Creator: Unknown
Murray Street, c1947. The street, was named after Sir George Murray, Secretary of State for War and the Colonies from 1828 to 1830. From " Perth - City of Sunshine"

The University, c1947. Creator: Unknown
The University, c1947. From " Perth - City of Sunshine". [Australia House Bookshop, London, c1947]

St. Georges Terrace, Looking West, c1947. Creator: Unknown
St. Georges Terrace, Looking West, c1947. From " Perth - City of Sunshine". [Australia House Bookshop, London, c1947]

Wellington Street, c1947. Creator: Unknown
Wellington Street, c1947. Wellington Street is the northernmost of the four primary east-west streets in the central business district of Perth, Western Australia

Crystal Cave, Yanchep, c1947. Creator: Unknown
Crystal Cave, Yanchep, c1947. From " Perth - City of Sunshine". [Australia House Bookshop, London, c1947]

Church of St Clement Danes, the Strand and Fleet Street from Australia House, London, 1926-1927. Artist: McLeish
Church of St Clement Danes, the Strand and Fleet Street from Australia House, London, 1926-1927. In the distance is St Pauls Cathedral, another of Wrens designs

Aldwych (oil on canvas)
XYC153928 Aldwych (oil on canvas) by Bevan, Robert Polhill (1865-1925); Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection, USA; English, out of copyright

Australia House in the Strand, circa 1925. It was built by the Dove Brothers and opened in 1918. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

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"Discovering the Charm of Australia House: A Glimpse into History" Step back in time and explore the enchanting beauty of Australia House, a hidden gem nestled in Mosman Bay, Keanes Point, Peppermint Grove. With its origins dating back to 1947, this architectural marvel has captivated hearts for generations. The identity of its creator remains unknown, adding an air of mystery to this timeless masterpiece. From above Fremantle Harbour, witness the breathtaking panorama that unfolds before your eyes. An aerial view captured in 1947 showcases the bustling maritime activity and reveals the harbor's historical significance as a hub for trade and commerce. Travel further through time as you delve into old Strand and Holywell Street photographs from before their demolition in 1900. These monochrome images depict a bygone era when Australia House stood proudly amidst London's vibrant streetscape. Immerse yourself in nostalgia as you gaze upon these snapshots frozen in time. The Gladstone Memorial stands tall beside Australia House on The Strand—a testament to enduring friendship between nations. This black-and-white photograph evokes a sense of pride and unity that resonates even today. Venturing deeper into London's urban landscape brings us face-to-face with Australia House on Aldwych Street—an architectural marvel that seamlessly blends modernity with tradition. Its grandeur is matched only by its rich history, making it an iconic landmark worth exploring. As we journey across continents, immerse yourself in nature's splendor with flowering gum trees and banksias blooming vibrantly against Western Australian landscapes captured circa 1947. These stunning visuals remind us of the diverse flora found within our beloved country. Take respite amidst tranquility at Treasury Gardens—lush greenery juxtaposed against towering city buildings creates a serene oasis where one can escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Let these gardens transport you to another world entirely.