Local Government
Belmont
Region
Metropolitan
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Location
48 Riversdale Rd Rivervale
Location Details
Lot 29
Other Name(s)
Homelea, St Columban's
Riversdale
Construction Date
Constructed from 1906
Demolition Year
N/AStatutory Heritage Listings
| Type | Status | Date | Documents | More information |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage List | Removed | 31 Dec 1996 |
Heritage Council Decisions and Deliberations
| Type | Status | Date | Documents |
|---|---|---|---|
| RHP - Assessed - Below Threshold | Current | 11 Aug 2006 |
Other Heritage Listings and Surveys
| Type | Status | Date | Grading/Management | More information | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Category | Description | ||||
| Municipal Inventory | Removed | 22 Nov 2016 | Category 3 |
Category 3 |
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| Local Heritage Survey | Adopted | 27 Jun 2023 | Category 4 |
Category 4 |
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| Municipal Inventory | Removed | 31 Dec 1996 | Category 3 |
Category 3 |
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Statement of Significance
• The site has historic value for its association with the development of the Belmont community in the 1920s as exhibited through the decision to build a community hall.
• The site has social value for the members of the Belmont community who remember it at this site until its demolition in 2004.
Physical Description
There is no evidence of the former hall on the site.
History
The opening ceremony of the Riversdale Hall took place on February 22, 1919 at 3 pm by the Hon. R.T. Robinson M.L.A. The Chairman of the Committee was Mr H.G. Duncan and the Secretary Mr W. Newey. This was followed by a Concert at 8pm and dancing at 9.30pm.
The Hall was built by the efforts of the dedicated local citizens, particularly the Newey family. This group of citizens called themselves ‘The Riversdale Progress Association’. Some of the first motion pictures were shown here and the ‘Belmont Young Men’s Association’ met here every Friday night for gymnastics.
Unfortunately, the Road Board had not seen fit to take over the control of the Hall, which was heavily mortgaged. When the depression of the late 1920’s and early 1930’s arrived, the payments could not be met, resulting in the Hall being sold.
The establishment then became a billiard saloon. At the conclusion of the Second World War, the Hall returned to its original use - a picture theatre. This was the district’s only picture theatre. A brick entry and projection box was added to the front of the building. Later, theatre gardens were added to the side of the building and greatly enjoyed in the warm weather. The coming of television saw the demise of many of these attractions in the metropolitan area.
This building was used for commercial purposes until it was demolished in 2004.
Integrity/Authenticity
Integrity: N/A
Authenticity: N/A
Condition
N/A
State Heritage Office library entries
| Library Id | Title | Medium | Year Of Publication |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7782 | House, 48 Riversdale Road, Rivervale, Western Australia: draft assessment of cultural heritage significance. | Heritage Study {Other} | 2005 |
| 7783 | House, 48 Riversdale Road, Rivervale, Western Australia: archival record. | Archival Record | 2005 |
Place Type
Individual Building or Group
Uses
| Epoch | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Present Use | RELIGIOUS | Monastery or Convent |
| Original Use | EDUCATIONAL | Other |
| Other Use | EDUCATIONAL | Housing or Quarters |
| Original Use | RESIDENTIAL | Single storey residence |
| Original Use | HEALTH | Hospital |
Architectural Styles
| Style |
|---|
| Federation Free Classical |
Construction Materials
| Type | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Wall | BRICK | Painted Brick |
| Roof | METAL | Corrugated Iron |
Historic Themes
| General | Specific |
|---|---|
| SOCIAL & CIVIC ACTIVITIES | Community services & utilities |
| OCCUPATIONS | Domestic activities |
| SOCIAL & CIVIC ACTIVITIES | Religion |
Creation Date
17 Jun 1997Publish place record online (inHerit):
ApprovedLast Update
08 Feb 2024Disclaimer
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.