History

Paspalis has a rich history embedded in Darwin’s roots.

Our History

Company Founder

Michael Paspalis MBE

In 1927, almost a century ago, Michael Paspalis arrived in Darwin and formed the commercial basis of the Paspalis Group of Companies.

The Company developed and prospered through the Great Depression, the WW2 bombing of Darwin and Cyclone Tracy in industries spanning trade, major hotels, cinemas, commercial property, retail and shopping centres.

Michael Paspalis MBE
Paspalis Building – “Continental Coffee Shop” Smith Street. Circa 1946
The famous “Hot & Cold” Bar – Darwin’s first air-conditioned bar.” Circa 1950
Original site Star Theatre – Smith Street. Circa 1953
Original site Star Theatre – Smith Street. Circa 1953
ANZ Bank – “Darwin’s first fresh fruit and veg opened by Sam Calvi”. Circa 1952
Nightcliff Drive-Inn Theatre under construction. Circa 1957
Michael Paspalis was awarded an MBE for services rendered to the community. This photo depicts Michael and Chrissie Paspalis leaving for his investiture by the Queen at Buckingham Palace. Circa 1964
Paspalis Centrepoint construction crew, Darwin Northern Territory 1979
Paspalis Centrepoint Construction Site. Circa 1981
Paspalis Centrepoint Construction Site. Circa 1981

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