The rapid growth of Salisbury in the postwar era that had attracted Italian immigrants created a strong demand for manufacturing work, and by the 1960s, most Italian and Greek migrants worked in Salisbury's retail, textile and manufacturing industries. Others started small businesses such as cafes, restaurants, barber shops, grocery stores, and bakeries in central areas such as Eastlea, Willowvale, and Milton Park. Italian women who entered the workforce often worked in the garment and clothing industry.
