In Australia’s short settlement history few icons have been
around as long as QVM and we have much to celebrate on Australia Day.
With nearly 140 years contribution to Australian society and
recognition as one of the nation’s most visited tourist spots, we are a key
part of Australian heritage. Where would a “shrimp on the barbie” be without the QVM
Fish Hall? Where would Aussie lamb be without our Meat Hall? Where would
Australia’s dairy produce be without our Deli Hall? And if you are looking to
take a souvenir boomerang overseas, QVM would be your logical place of
purchase.
But if there is one aspect where QVM really excels it is in
multi-culturalism – that unique Australian attitude of accepting all races,
colours, and creeds, and giving everyone a “fair go”. And that acceptance is no
better exemplified than amongst our traders.
Traders at QVM come from a bewildering variety of countries
and backgrounds. We have freedom fighters from Afghanistan, refugees from the
old Europe, boat people from Vietnam, and the list goes on. Foes in war-torn
countries overseas become friends under our sheds and in our halls, and every
trader can rightly feel part of the QVM family. That is worth celebrating on
Australia Day.