Oxford Street: A history from track to high street

From bush track to a high street with a heart, the strip beats with special resonance for Sydneysiders.

Katherine Griffiths / City of Sydney. Oxford Street, Darlinghurst: 28 February 2020. Street scenes along Oxford street in Darlinghurst.

The Sydney Gay and Lesbian Marid Gras Parade returns to Oxford Street on Saturday 25 February. It's part of Sydney WorldPride.

History Darlinghurst Paddington Oxford Street

Posted 26 October 2020. Last updated 23 February 2023.

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