This Sunday, 1 September 2024, marks the 150th birthday of the heritage-listed General Post Office (GPO) building at No.1 Martin Place.
This historic building was the communications hub, linking Sydney to the rest of Australia and the world. The Fullerton Hotel Sydney is deeply honoured as the custodians of the building to celebrate this momentous occasion.
Constructed in two stages, beginning in 1866 and designed under the guidance of architect James Barnet, the GPO was regarded as a defining symbol of Sydney, comparable to the significance of the Houses of Parliament in London and the Eiffel Tower in Paris. The first stage of the GPO was completed and inaugurated on the 1st September 1874, celebrated as Sydney’s first major architectural landmark.
The Fullerton Hotel Sydney’s Director of Sales and Marketing, Darryl Healey, expressed the importance of celebrating the occasion.
“Here at The Fullerton Hotel Sydney, our team cares deeply about our responsibility to the GPO building and what it represents to the people of Sydney,” Mr Healey said.
“As one of the city’s most iconic landmarks, the GPO building was home to Sydney’s telegraph operating room for over 70 years and hosted the city’s first public telephone exchange in 1882.”
“Intricate sculptures and marble statues of Queen Victoria adorn the exterior, representing an important time in Sydney’s past.”
“Its importance to the foundation and growth of Sydney is immeasurable, and we’re fortunate to enjoy its beauty daily. Guests and visitors can appreciate its architectural wonders and delve into its rich history through guided tours with us.”
“We are honoured to be celebrating this remarkable occasion with the community throughout the year, beginning with gifting one lucky winner a stay in our Heritage Long Suite through a giveaway promotion in the month of September.”
The Fullerton Hotel Sydney will be holding giveaways through its social media channels. Follow @fullertonhotelsydney & @GPOSydney on Instagram for your chance to win experiences at the GPO, including a night in The Fullerton Hotel Sydney’s Heritage Long Suite.
