Sydney in the early 1970s was a city on the cusp of transformation, both culturally and socially. It was a time of change, with the lingering echoes of the 1960s counterculture blending into the evolving landscape of the ’70s. The city’s skyline was rapidly changing, with the construction of the iconic Sydney Opera House in full swing, and the Harbour Bridge still standing as a symbol of the city’s past.
The streets of Sydney, particularly in areas like Kings Cross and Darlinghurst, were lively and buzzing with the energy of a more liberal social atmosphere. The rise of cafes, art galleries, and small theaters gave birth to a burgeoning counterculture, as people sought a more relaxed, open lifestyle.
These amazing Kodachrome slides from mjcas that captured Sydney from above in February 1970.
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