Worth A Thousand Words: The iconic pictures that put Perth on the map
We go behind the lens with current and past photographers who
tell us about the back stories behind some of WA's most iconic pictures.
For many West Aussies, the series will bring back memories of triumphant, harrowing, and joyful moments — all seen from a new perspective.
When Australia II made history winning the America's Cup it was the biggest party Perth had ever thrown.
Thousands of people lined the streets, children from Princess Margaret Hospital cheered from their hospital beds!
Veteran photographer Nic Ellis recalls the iconic moments, including Alan and Eileen Bond in a bright PINK Rolls Royce!
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