17 March 1956 Mayor PW Wicker launched centenary celebrations for Port Adelaide Council from its office balcony. The Port was alive with parades, daredevil motorbike riding, industrial and commercial expos, and lavish floral displays. Crowds packed Commercial Road, dancing in the street ending the week-long festivities.
Port Adelaide Council Chambers
St Vincent St
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Modern photo:
Port Adelaide Enfield Council, St Vincent Street 2015
Photographer: Adam Paterson, South Australian Maritime Museum
Photographer: Adam Paterson, South Australian Maritime Museum
Historic photo:
Mayor Mr P W Whicker officially opening the week long Port Adelaide Council centenary celebrations 1956
Port Adelaide Enfield Public Library Service Local History photo collection, CC-BY
Port Adelaide Enfield Public Library Service Local History photo collection, CC-BY