Remembering 'Miss Stayput's' legendary stand against SA's largest shopping mall
Eva Phelps, known as 'Miss Stayput', resisted the construction of Marion Shopping Centre in the late 1960s, refusing to vacate her family home. Surrounded by car parks by 1968, her tenacity became a symbol of resilience against urban development. Phelps's stand is remembered as a testament to the pioneering spirit of her family in the Marion district.
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Published 03 Jul 2026, 00:22 UTC · Updated 03 Jul 2026, 00:30 UTC
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