Dalgety & Co commissioned architect Charles Balding to design the building. It was built from Donnybrook sandstone in the Federation Free Style, then used as a warehouse and office space.
Photo credit: June Moore

In the mid 1920s the front building was adapted into a music store, carrying a wide range of instruments. The spacious premises also acted as a residence to the Meyer family.

Now known as ‘The Music Studio’, Alma and Karl Meyer taught music from Victoria Street. People from all over could come to learn piano, violin, guitar, cello, and banjolin.

From the sound of music to the sound of engines. Brakespears set up a panel beating store at 5 Victoria street during the 1960’s - the golden era of Ford and Holden.
Photo credit: Keith Hesson

The beloved Papandroulakis family set up their fishmonger business at Number 5. Fresh catches were brought in, processed on site, and sold around the South West.

Dorsogna Smallgoods operated their depot here until 1990, shipping quality craft meats. If you grew up in Bunbury then, your school lunch probably came through this building first.
Photo credit: Mark Heeler

Jan James and Colleen Dahlenberg created much-loved ceramic pieces in the studio here known as ‘The Port Pottery’. Many of these items are still in use in local Bunbury households.
Photo credit: Jan James

Hogs Breath restaurant was established at Number 5. The renovation included the wonderful alfresco area still in use today, as well as the warm, jarrah floorboards.
Photo credit: Steve Walkley