LESLEY’S LAMSON RAPID WIRE “FLYING FOX”
Origins of the Lamson Rapid Wire at Lesley’s of Gawler, commonly known as a ‘Flying Fox’, date back to 1925 when it was first installed by the Sheard Family ran the drapery out of the Essex House building since the early 1900s.
Until card payments were introduced when HB Crosby occupied the building, this was the main payment system where payment for items was carried along the wire to the back office clerk, who returned the change and payment receipt along the line.
ONLY 7 OPERATIONAL FLYING FOX’ IN AUSTRALIA
We’re proud to hold a special part of history within the main street of Gawler, holding one of just seven operational flying foxes in Australia… and it’s still usable today thanks to regular repairs by the expertise of Lamson engineers and our talented locals at Willo’s Men’s Shed!
Come and visit next time you’re in Gawler!
OPERATING DATES
For the first time in decades, our Flying Fox (Lamson Rapid Fire) payment system will be in operation on Wednesday 5th June for cash sales.
We’ll be using it all day from 9:30am to 5:30pm for cash sales, along with providing handwritten dockets from Crosby’s that pre-date phone area codes!
Can’t make this date?
Stay tuned for our next operation date, we hope to run regular Flying Fox days to showcase this wonderful old-fashioned service.
Lil Mumma's Cafe in Gawler is looking for a barista/FoH all rounder to add to our team.
Must be able to work within the following shifts:
6AM/7AM - 2PM/3PM and
2PM/3PM - 10PM/11PM.
35+ hours on offer over the week.
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Today I had the opportunity to pop into Hoopla Vintage and chat with owner Paige Lindsay about her new store at Tod Street, Gawler.
Paige stocks a wide variety of pre-loved vintage clothes with many in the 1920s-1990s styles.
Whether you like dressing in a vintage style, or want to dress up to impress at a party, or just want to have some fun, Paige probably has the outfit for you.
When you buy a piece of vintage clothing not only are you making a style statement, but also helping the planet ! Dare to standout ....
So pop in from 1030 am Wednesday to Sunday.
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Ladies and Gents, your opportunity to discuss the proposed concept and changes for the future of Town of Gawler will slip by almost unnoticed.
Please share this post and contribute at one of the very limited opportunities provided by the
Town of GawlerHAVE YOUR SAY - Gawler Community Plan 🤝
The Town of Gawler is asking for feedback from its community on the draft Objectives and Strategies to be included in an updated Community Plan.
Goal 1 is ‘Our Identity’ and focuses on making Gawler ‘A Uniquely Identifiable Township’ through the following objectives:
1.1 Gawler remains unique and distinct from its neighbouring areas.
1.2 Foster a vibrant and active local community that is proud of Gawler.
1.3 Protect and promote Gawler’s unique history.
To share your thoughts on this and the other objectives in the Community Plan visit 👉 www.gawler.sa.gov.au/your-voice/consultations/2024/community-plan
Community Drop-In Sessions 💬
If you would like to learn more about this engagement and to have your say in person you can come along to any of our upcoming Community Drop-In Sessions.
📅Session 1: Thursday 25 July 4.30pm to 5.30pm at Gawler Civic Centre
📅Session 2: Monday 29 July 6.00pm to 7.00pm at Gawler Sport & Community Centre
📅Session 3: Friday 2 August 10.00am to 11.00am at Evanston Gardens Community Centre and Library ... See MoreSee Less
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