Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia 1972
$20.00
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This authentic colour photograph, captured in 1972, documents the expanding suburban landscape of Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia. The archival image, taken from a high vantage point, reveals a valley filled with post-war and mid-century modern homes, characterized by their sturdy brick construction and iconic red terracotta tiled roofs. In the foreground, a public green space features a basic playground with a slide and swings, reflecting the family-oriented design of these developing neighbourhoods. The background shows the vastness of the Greater Newcastle area, with further residential blocks and forested hills stretching toward the horizon under a clear sky. This factual record preserves the social and architectural history of New South Wales’ second-largest city during a period of significant urban growth. All our images are available as royalty-free instant downloads for use in books, media, and creative projects – or make your own prints for home, work, or as a truly unique gift.
About Retro Stock Photography
Retro Stock Photography specializes in genuine vintage color photographs from the 1950s through the 1990s, all available as royalty-free instant downloads. Our photos are popular for editorial features, books, magazines, websites, documentaries, advertising, social media, local history projects, creative design, and as unique gifts when printed.
All of our images are scanned directly from original slides and negatives, preserving their authenticity, detail, and character. And because we own the original photographs and copyrights, all of our collection is exclusive to us and not available elsewhere.
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