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Lost Campbelltown heritage

The lost built heritage of a country town on Sydney's urban fringe at Campbelltown

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Ben Linden Narellan An Edwardian Gem

Ben Linden in Narellan is a notable Edwardian cottage representing early twentieth-century Australian architecture. The style emerged after the Federation of the Commonwealth of Australia in 1901, influenced by English Edwardian houses but tailored to suit local conditions. This housing style provides insight into the cultural heritage of Camden and the people who built and lived in these houses.

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Camden modernism

Camden Modernism One of the hidden parts of the history of Camden is the influence of modernism.   Few in the community know much about it at all. Yet it has an important influence on the town in a variety of ways from domestic and commercial architecture to host of other areas. Modernism is a vague… Continue reading Camden modernism

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Camden Cafes and Milk Bars

Cafes and Milk Bars were a vibrant part of the retail precinct of any country town in Australia

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The Camden Fibro Cottage and its connection to mid-century housing styles

The Camden fibro cottage symbolizes the mid-20th century's affordable housing solution, catering to the working class in a post-war Australia. Representing nostalgia and simplicity, these homes were practical yet modern. Although their popularity declined due to issues like poor insulation and asbestos risks, they remain a significant aspect of Camden's architectural heritage.