Ron Bidwell
is a ‘blow-in’ from Sydney who
has had a major impact on this town during
the past few years. A signwriter by trade,
Ron had a vision of revitalising
the town by recreating signs of yesteryear
to spruce up the town and to create a tourist
attraction for visitors.
Visitors to the town can now see historic brand
names such as: Goanna Salve, Kinkara Tea, Bushell’s
Tea, Mother’s Choice Flour, Uncle Toby’s
Oats, Arnott’s Biscuits, Toohey’s
Flag Ale, Solvol, Federal Safety Matches and
Swagsman Blend Tea. Ron gathered together some
of his signwriting colleagues from many parts
of Australia for a Letterheads meeting in October
2001 and with the help of some of the locals,
they recreated the historical advertising signs
which now adorn the town. And more are on the
way!
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