Local Government
Kellerberrin
Region
Wheatbelt
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Location
Massingham St Kellerberrin
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| (no listings) |
Other Heritage Listings and Surveys
| Type | Status | Date | Grading/Management | More information | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Category | Description | ||||
| Municipal Inventory | Adopted | 19 May 1998 | Category 2 |
Category 2 |
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Statement of Significance
The Old Regent Theatre has considerable historic and social significance for its association with the recreational activities of the local community. It provided for a popular form of entertainment from cl928 into the 1960s.
Physical Description
Not assessed.
History
The Old Regent Theatre was built cl928 prior to which entertainment in the town was provided by travelling shows. The theatre was owned by Consolidated Theatres and was a popular social activity until the opening of the Drive-in theatre. The Regent Theatre was used as a Police and Citizen's Hall and then the Speedway Club. In recent years it was sold privately and is now a residence. [Local Knowledge]
Place Type
Individual Building or Group
Uses
| Epoch | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Present Use | RESIDENTIAL | Single storey residence |
| Original Use | SOCIAL\RECREATIONAL | Theatre or Cinema |
Historic Themes
| General | Specific |
|---|---|
| SOCIAL & CIVIC ACTIVITIES | Sport, recreation & entertainment |
Creation Date
17 Aug 1998Publish place record online (inHerit):
ApprovedLast Update
01 Jan 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.