BGM_The Long-Lost Fish Market

Once the beating, briny heart of early Melbourne, the long-ostrich Market once stood on the bnorth bank of the Birrarung (Yarra) - where the Sea Life Aquarium now glistens in glass. But behind the gothic arches and the early morning clamour were the stories far messier than you’ll find on any tourist plague. In this episode of Down the Yarra, we’ll dive into it’s origins, daily chaos, dodgy deal, and slippery secrets of the Fish Market that led a booming city and bred its fair share of colourful creatures. From shifty oyster shuckers to legendary local icons, we resurface the stories long buried beneath office towers and car parks. Trigger Warning: This episode contains references to colonial dispersion, animal cruelty, and poverty that maybe distressing to some listeners. Next Stop: Just over the road: Naarm - Melbourne’s Old Customs House - now the Immigration Museum. You won’t want to miss what’s hidden in those old sandstone walls. Listen now and follow Down the Yarra for more untold stories of Naarm - Melbourne and South Central Victoria