Local Government
Kalamunda
Region
Metropolitan
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Location
9 Strelitzia Av Forrestfield
Location Details
behind hakea crt, on banks of woodlupine brook
Other Name(s)
Morrison's
Construction Date
Constructed from 1940
Demolition Year
N/AStatutory Heritage Listings
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| (no listings) |
Heritage Council Decisions and Deliberations
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Other Heritage Listings and Surveys
| Type | Status | Date | Grading/Management | More information | |
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| Municipal Inventory | Adopted | 01 Aug 2013 |
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Statement of Significance
· The place has historic value for its association with the provision of community facilities for the growing community in Forrestfield.
Physical Description
Remnants of the well amongst the creek and planted area
History
Sport and recreation
Integrity/Authenticity
Level of Integrity - Low; Level of Authenticity - Low
Condition
Good This site was the location of a well and a swimming pool that was used by the local community for recreation. It is believed to have been built by local businessman George Morrison. George Morrison arrived in Forrestfield in 1939. He was responsible for establishing the first garage in the area on Hawtin Road which has since been demolished, as well as a plastics factory. An active member of the community, Mr Morrison was a member of the Darling Range Road Board, Justice of the Peace, Chief of the local Fire Brigade, served on the Progress Association and helped establish the first Guide and Scout groups in the area
Place Type
Historic Site
Uses
| Epoch | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Original Use | SOCIAL\RECREATIONAL | Other |
| Present Use | SOCIAL\RECREATIONAL | Other |
Historic Themes
| General | Specific |
|---|---|
| SOCIAL & CIVIC ACTIVITIES | Sport, recreation & entertainment |
Creation Date
02 Feb 1998Publish place record online (inHerit):
ApprovedLast Update
04 Jan 2017Disclaimer
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