Local Government
Coolgardie
Region
Goldfields
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Location
Coolgardie
Location Details
Approx 5 km NE of Coolgardie, approx 500m SE of the Great Eastern Highway.
Other Name(s)
Jack Carins' Camp
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| (no listings) |
Other Heritage Listings and Surveys
| Type | Status | Date | Grading/Management | More information | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Category | Description | ||||
| Classified by the National Trust | Classified | 11 Oct 2004 |
|
Heritage Council | |
| Municipal Inventory | Adopted | 27 Jul 1995 | Category 2 |
Category 2 |
Shire of Coolgardie |
Statement of Significance
Jack Carins’ Camp is of cultural heritage significance as a particularly rare and intact example of the ‘making do’ approach to construction, frequently seen in the goldfields and remote areas, and as a demonstration of the way of life of the single prospector, common in the early goldrush period and continuing in some places today. The place makes a valuable contribution to the local community’s sense of place and is of some significance for the picturesque qualities of its rustic style and natural landscape setting. The nearby operating gold mine treatment plant contributes to the significance of the place by providing a stark comparison to this simple way of life.
History
Assessment 2004
Construction c.1940
Architect/designer & Builder: Jack Carins
Alterations/additions 1990's (significant maintenance work)
Place Type
Historic site
Uses
| Epoch | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Original Use | MINING | Housing or Quarters |
| Present Use | EDUCATIONAL | Other |
Construction Materials
| Type | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Other | METAL | Other Metal |
| Other | TIMBER | Other Timber |
Historic Themes
| General | Specific |
|---|---|
| DEMOGRAPHIC SETTLEMENT & MOBILITY | Exploration & surveying |
Creation Date
05 Jun 1997Publish place record online (inHerit):
ApprovedLast Update
10 Oct 2022Disclaimer
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.