Eight-Hour-Day Monument
Commemorating the 19th-century labor movement in Australia.

šŸ“œ Monument commemorating the eight-hour working day, introduced on April 21, 1856.
šŸ” Features a stone pedestal, granite column, bronze globe with '888' emblem, and inscription 'Labour, Recreation, Peace'.

Why Go

šŸ›ļø Learn about Australia's pioneering labor movement and worker's rights.
🚶 Located near Parliament House and Trades Hall, significant historical sites.
šŸ“ø Admire the impressive monument, a symbol of a global victory.

Tips

šŸ“ Originally unveiled in Spring Street in 1903, moved to Russell and Victoria Streets in 1924.

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