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Oral History - Shirley Puckeridge, 1996

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Unique IDOH-000915SeriesCity of Sydney oral history collection, 1982 - ongoingInterviewerMargaret ParkProject namePyrmont Ultimo (Doors were always open)ThemeOur CityDate of interview11th April 1996Date qualifierexactFormatAudio - CassetteSummary of interviewShirley Puckeridge has lived her whole life in Ultimo and Pyrmont area. In her interview, she provides a vivid account of growing up in Ultimo before marrying and moving to Pyrmont. Shirley worked locally as a tailoress, while her husband, Kenneth, was a waterside worker.

Families in the area were generally large, and living conditions were often crowded. Siblings shared rooms, and it was not uncommon for houses to be shared with other families.

Shirley recalls fondly the family’s Friday night outings to the markets for pie and peas and chips, as well as trips to the Wattle Street business A Cooking Sons to buy ‘chooks’. She also remembers the strong sense of community, where neighbours looked out for and helped one another. In the evenings, neighbours would often gather together in the street while children played nearby.

The local woolstore was another favourite gathering place for children, who played games such as “Pussy in the Corner” within the sheds. The Pyrmont baths were also an important part of community life, providing a place where children and families could gather, socialise and spend time together.LanguageEnglish (eng)Digitised recordYesBorn digital itemNo

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