All about the history and heritage of Strathfield
David Jones, founded in 1838 in Sydney, is one of the oldest department stores still operating under its original name, known for quality and customer service. The Jones family shaped Strathfield’s growth through business and community involvement, with key figures like Dr. Philip Sydney Jones and Edward Lloyd Jones. An exhibition on this history will begin on October 17, 2024.
Nipper Street Homebush is a new street near the former EMI/HMV record factory. Named after the ‘His Masters Voice’ dog, it runs parallel to Columbia Lane and has a thematic musical past. The area features high rise units, a small open space for recreation, and references to Nipper and the EMI/HMV logo. Nearby Gramophone Lane was named after the Columbia Gramophone studios, known for recording Australian luminaries from 1926 to 1954.
