Fremantle: 1980s v Now!
06 September 2023
Australia II's win in 1983 meant big changes for Fremantle, as Perth's port city prepared for its moment in the world spotlight when Freo hosted the 1987 America's Cup. See how much Fremantle has changed since the 80s!
Fremantle Harbour (Waterfront)
'The Cappuccino Strip', South Terrace (Downtown)
Bathers Beach (Fishing Boat Harbour)
“What other city has got a little jewel of a beach buried right in the middle of it?” – JOHN LONGLEY, Australia II
Nairn Street (West End)
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