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Audio tour Summary
Arriving by ferry at East Balmain wharf is the best possible introduction to Balmain. From the water, you can see the jumble of architectural styles from every decade since the 1840s. Austere Post-Regency stone buildings stand beside ornate late Victorian stucco terraces, 1960’s brick walk-up apartment blocks, and 21st century concrete and glass boxes. Balmain’s diverse buildings reflect its diverse population: it is home to bikers and barristers, movie stars and public housing tenants.
The ferry trip is a reminder of the importance of water transport to Balmain, especially in early colonial days when road transport was slow and hazardous. A steam ferry service from Balmain to the city began in 1844.
- 1 Bell's Store
- 2 Shipwright's Arms
- 3 Waterman's cottage
- 4 Cottages with Scottish dormers
- 5 Cahermore
- 6 Former Unity Hall Hotel
- 7 Corner Shop, 90 Darling Street
- 8 St Mary's Church
- 9 Ewenton
- 10 Hampton Villa
- 11 3 Ewenton Street
- 12 6 Charles Street
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Audio tour Summary
Arriving by ferry at East Balmain wharf is the best possible introduction to Balmain. From the water, you can see the jumble of architectural styles from every decade since the 1840s. Austere Post-Regency stone buildings stand beside ornate late Victorian stucco terraces, 1960’s brick walk-up apartment blocks, and 21st century concrete and glass boxes. Balmain’s diverse buildings reflect its diverse population: it is home to bikers and barristers, movie stars and public housing tenants.
The ferry trip is a reminder of the importance of water transport to Balmain, especially in early colonial days when road transport was slow and hazardous. A steam ferry service from Balmain to the city began in 1844.
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09-10-2020
I learnt such a lot on this work, Balmain is such an interesting suburb. The architecture is so interesting all the eras in one place.
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05-24-2015
Didn't know al these stories!
