Melbourne's 'ghost sign' adverts whisper stories from the past
08-01-2025 22:11 via abc.net.au

Melbourne's 'ghost sign' adverts whisper stories from the past

Faded signs and advertisements from a bygone era are hidden in plain sight across many parts of Australia. After stumbling upon one in Melbourne, cultural archaeologist Sean Reynolds went on a mission to uncover the stories behind them.
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