Category Archives: Adelaide

Two Forgotten Ghost Signs Revealed: Amscol Ice Cream and British Paints Glossmasta

Colourised historic photograph of the Amscol Adelaide Milk Supply Co-op factory, with vintage ice cream and milk delivery trucks parked outside.

Last week, the demolition of two old buildings unexpectedly uncovered a pair of beautifully preserved painted advertisements — classic “ghost signs” that had been hidden for decades. One promotes the iconic South Australian brand Amscol Ice Cream, while the other advertises British Paints Glossmasta and Nu-Plastik. These hand-painted murals are wonderful windows into mid-20th-century Australian… Read More: Two Forgotten Ghost Signs Revealed: Amscol Ice Cream and British… »

Port Noarlunga Through the Eyes of John James Price: A Journey Back in Time

Port Noarlunga, a charming coastal suburb south of Adelaide, South Australia, is celebrated today for its stunning reef, bustling jetty, and vibrant community. But rewind to 1961, when The Seasider published Port Noarlunga’s Early Days Recalled, and the area was a quieter, less polished place—far from the tourist haven it is now. Through the memories… Read More: Port Noarlunga Through the Eyes of John James Price: A… »

Bus Ticket from Adelaide Australia during the 1970s

Bus Ticket Found in Old Book My father found in an old book a paper Adelaide STA bus ticket, from the 1970s. On the back of the ticket you can see an advertisement for a company called Star Printing Lonnen and Clark P/L advertising Computer Input forms accuracy guaranteed. Also love quotes on… Read More: Bus Ticket from Adelaide Australia during the 1970s »