Ansett-ANA Golden Jet Holiday Melbourne

A rare original Australian airline travel poster promoting Melbourne as part of the Ansett-ANA “Golden Jet Holiday” campaign. The poster features a calm cityscape view across the Yarra River, rendered in a distinctive monochrome green photographic treatment that gives the image a fresh, modern look characteristic of late-1950s and 1960s airline advertising.

The composition centers on Melbourne’s skyline, with a prominent high-rise tower reflected in the still water, framed by leafy branches in the foreground. Bridges span the river, reinforcing the sense of a well-planned, elegant city that balances nature with urban sophistication. The overall mood is relaxed and inviting, suggesting leisure, affordability, and easy access by air.

Bold typography fills the lower half of the poster. The friendly slogan “Have more fun for less money on an Ansett-ANA Golden Jet Holiday” leads into the oversized ANSETT-ANA logotype, set in confident sans-serif lettering. The phrase “Golden Jet Holiday” highlights the jet-age promise of speed, comfort, and value — a central theme of Ansett-ANA’s marketing between 1957 and 1968.

The poster’s clean layout, limited colour palette, and photographic realism make it a strong example of mid-century Australian airline design.

In very good condition. A rare poster that is seldom seen on the market.