Parramatta Road is one of Sydney’s oldest and most significant thoroughfares, tracing its origins back to an ancient Aboriginal route that was formalized as a road between 1789 and 1791. What began as a simple dirt track connecting Sydney to Parramatta has evolved into a heavily congested urban artery, lined with layers of history and change.
From the bustling car yards of Auto Alley at the western end—where used car dealers ply their trade—to the mix of historic shopfronts, fading ghost signs, and relentless urban development at the eastern stretch, Parramatta Road is a place of stark contrasts. The collision of past and present is evident in its crumbling facades, retro signage, and the steady encroachment of modern high-rises.
This collection captures the evolving identity of Parramatta Road, preserving its last remnants of a bygone era before they are swept away by progress. Through evocative photography, each piece tells a story of endurance, reinvention, and the unrelenting march of time.
Explore the collection and own a piece of Sydney’s urban history.
