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Narrogin East Airfield (site)

Author

Shire of Narrogin

Place Number

13540
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Location

Yilliminning Rd Boundain

Location Details

Local Government

Narrogin (S)

Region

Wheatbelt

Construction Date

Constructed from 1942

Demolition Year

N/A

Statutory 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 30 Dec 1996 Category 5

Category 5

SIGNIFICANT Important but not essential to the understanding of the history of the district. Photographically record prior to any further development or demolition.

Statement of Significance

The site is significant on the following grounds: HISTORIC:
1. Landing ground for airforce during Second World War.
2. Serves as a reminder of the serious crises which faced Western Australia during World War II.

Physical Description

Gravel based, bitumen surfaced single runway NW-SE.

Integrity/Authenticity

Extent of original fabric: 100%
Modifications: Nil

Condition

Very Good

Place Type

Historic Site

Uses

Epoch General Specific
Present Use Transport\Communications Air: Other
Original Use MILITARY Other

Construction Materials

Type General Specific
Other OTHER Other Material
Other STONE Other Stone

Historic Themes

General Specific
OUTSIDE INFLUENCES World Wars & other wars

Creation Date

03 Jun 1999

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Approved

Last Update

01 Jan 2017

Disclaimer

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