Amphlett Lane is a dedication to the frontwoman of the rock band The Divinyls who were responsible for such hits as I touch myself and Pleasure and Pain.

Chrissy Amphlett was born in Geelong and started her career in Melbourne in the 1970s while living in Prahran’s Greville street.

Her and the other band members formed The Divinyls in Sydney in 1980 and went on to have a #1 hit and be inducted into the ARIA hall of fame.

Chrissy passed away in 2013 from breast cancer.

This lane was renamed to Amphlett lane in 2015. Its location behind the Princess Theatre and the former Palace theatre is perfect, as Amphlett performed at both these venues during her singing career.

The laneway features several artworks including the singer’s trademark schoolgirl uniform and a commemorative plaque.