Local Government
Bunbury
Region
South West
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Location
Ocean Dr bounded by Indian Ocean & Washington Av Parkdale
Location Details
Construction Date
Demolition Year
N/AStatutory Heritage Listings
| Type | Status | Date | Documents | More information |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (no listings) |
Heritage Council Decisions and Deliberations
| Type | Status | Date | Documents |
|---|---|---|---|
| RHP - Does not warrant assessment | Current | 20 Dec 2019 |
Other Heritage Listings and Surveys
| Type | Status | Date | Grading/Management | More information | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Category | Description | ||||
| Municipal Inventory | Adopted | 31 Jul 1996 | Some Significance |
Some Significance |
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Statement of Significance
A significant community asset of remnant vegetation and large Tuart trees close to urban and coastal environments.
Physical Description
The twin peaks of the Maidens sit amid coastal vegetation and a stand of mature Tuart trees. It is an attractive landscape providing a 360 degree view of surrounding land and ocean areas.
History
The Maidens, twin conical peaks, were recorded as significant landmarks and ocean navigational references by English and French maritime explorers from the late 1790s.
The urban bushland around the Maidens provides a pleasant ocean environment and contains rich and rare in biodiversity. The area is used extensively for recreational purposes, including walking along structured paths.
Attempts by Homeswest to annex some of the bushland for housing development has been fiercely opposed by some sectors of the community. In particular, 21 hectares of old growth forest in the bushland, known as the Shearwater Tuart Forest, is one of the few remaining forests of original Tuart forest.
Integrity/Authenticity
Natural landscape, vegetation and landforms.
Condition
Valley is in good condition, however the dune system is fragile and shows signs of deterioration.
Place Type
Landscape
Uses
| Epoch | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Present Use | PARK\RESERVE | Park\Reserve |
| Present Use | SOCIAL\RECREATIONAL | Other |
| Original Use | PARK\RESERVE | Park\Reserve |
Historic Themes
| General | Specific |
|---|---|
| TRANSPORT & COMMUNICATIONS | River & sea transport |
Creation Date
14 May 1997Publish place record online (inHerit):
ApprovedLast Update
10 Nov 2017Disclaimer
This information is provided voluntarily as a public service. The information provided is made available in good faith and is derived from sources believed to be reliable and accurate. However, the information is provided solely on the basis that readers will be responsible for making their own assessment of the matters discussed herein and are advised to verify all relevant representations, statements and information.