Under the awning

Australian inner suburbs all hing around a shop-and-cafe strip, with a metal awning over the pavement to protect potential customers from rain and sun.

These awnings are a key focus of local life, and a characteristic of Australian urban landscape. They are reminiscent of American frontier towns, as seen in Western movies.

Multicultural shop-ownesrship adds a touch of exoticism on the signs hanging down, announcing pleasures ahead for the stroller.