i spy . . . A struggle for rebirth
Is it just me, or has Oxford St become dull. The allure of expensive clothing and alternative dining experiences has worn of, and I'm left unsure about my opinion on the renowned shopping strip. Being yet another suburb targeted at the 20 year old individual, what does Oxford st give that we cant get at say Darlinghurst and Surry Hills, places where their natural quirkiness continues to appeal to people.
i recently attended a journalism course, for which we needed to write an article about our Oxford St experience, or any interesting story we could find. With the failure to find an interesting approach i sat on a bench and surveyed the ages of residents and visitors walking past, and decided my piece would include ways to re-market Oxford St to other age brackets, particularly the under 18 age group who constantly yearn for new 'hang outs.'
Its natural alternate appeal would be lost or damaged if fully remodelled, but i was thinking minor changes that would help develop a larger range of demographic presence.
As a 16 year old, it is frustrating to face the endless 'gathering' type parties of a weekend, that seem to start, play out and end the same way each time. In order for Oxford st to broaden its appeal to my age group, the implementation of new venues would be necessary. More gigs at Oxford Art factory (better advertised, so that the usual 20 people don't become their only all ages guests), the possibility of more underground jazz clubs or art galleries turned gig venues by night.
is this just my restless opinion?
what do you think?
lara
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