A black and white image of an early 1990s car in front of of a shop.
Aaron Bunch, 'Clarendon Street bakery, Derby. 1995', nla.obj-142889991

Our Streets: The Regional Cities and Major Towns Project from the National Library of Australia

Celebrating Australia’s regional towns and their heritage, Our Streets offers a snapshot of the country's iconic architectural styles and streetscapes. Featuring over 100 black and white images from the National Library's Regional Cities and Major Towns Project, this book takes readers on a nostalgic journey through the diverse towns of Australia. From Warrnambool to Broome, each photograph captures the essence of the local climate, history, landscape and people.

Renowned comedian and architecture enthusiast Tim Ross provides the foreword that sets the tone for this captivating exploration of Australia’s regions. The architectural language of Australia's towns is a reflection of our unique identity. Whether it's the modernist RSL club, the art deco cinema, the stilted Queenslander or the elaborate Edwardian, these buildings hold a special place in our hearts.

Our Streets is a celebration of our architectural heritage and a testament to the enduring charm of Australia's regional towns. It is a must-have for anyone who appreciates the beauty and character of our country's built environment.

List of towns included in Our Streets:

Albany

Broome

Derby

Horsham

New Norfolk

Victor Harbour

Albury

Bunbury

Devonport

Kalgoorlie

Newcastle

Wagga Wagga

Alice Springs

Bundaberg

Dubbo

Katherine

Orange

Warrnambool

Armidale

Burnie

Echuca

Launceston

Port Lincoln

Warwick

Bairnsdale

Burra

Gawler

Lismore

Port Pirie

Whyalla

Ballarat

Cairns

Geelong

Mackay

Queenstown

Winton

Bathurst

Carnarvon

Geraldton

Maitland

Renmark

Wollongong

Bega

Charters Towers

Goulburn

Maryborough

Rockhampton

Wycheproof

Bendigo

Cloncurry

Gunning

Menindee

Shepparton

Wyndham

Berrima

Coffs Harbour

Gympie

Mittagong

Swan Hill

Yass

Bowen

Coober Pedy

Hamilton

Moe

Tamworth

Young

Braidwood

Cootamundra

Hermannsburg

Murray Bridge

Townsville

Broken Hill

Deniliquin

Holbrook

Narrabri

Tumut

Our Streets will be released in November 2024.

Additional Information 

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The front cover of the book 'Our Streets'.

The editor of the book, Amelia Hartney, is available for interviews.

Images for media use are available for download via Dropbox.

Contact

Mirelle O'Mara, Media Liaison, National Library of Australia

M: 0401 226 697

E: media@nla.gov.au