2 Mar 1959 - Sydney Opera House construction began
On this day 2 March 1959 work officially began on Stage 1 of the Sydney Opera House when Premier JJ Cahill laid a plaque, the point from which all measurements of the Sydney Opera House would be taken.
Stage 1 included the building of the upper podium and the work was carried out by Civil and Civic P/L.
Source: Sydney Opera House. Construction begins
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Booklets and competition drawings
Sydney Opera House - the Brown Book
Conditions and Programme for an International Competition for a National Opera House at Bennelong Point, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Sydney Opera House - the Yellow Book
This 1962 report (commonly known as the Yellow Book) comprises plans submitted by Jørn Utzon and consultants
Sydney Opera House - the Gold Book
The printed booklet, commonly known as the “Gold Book”, was issued to accompany the “Ceremony to Commemorate the Commencement of the Sydney Opera House” on 2 March 1959
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Sydney Opera House guide
A brief history of the Sydney Opera House plus a select list of records relating to the design, construction and official opening
20 Oct 1973 - Sydney Opera House officially opened
On this day 20 October 1973 the Sydney Opera House was officially opened by Queen Elizabeth II