Local Government
Katanning
Region
Great Southern
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Location
42-52 Austral Tce Katanning
Location Details
Other Name(s)
Katanning Unit Hotel
Construction Date
Constructed from 1898
Demolition Year
N/AStatutory Heritage Listings
| Type | Status | Date | Documents | More information |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (no listings) |
Heritage Council Decisions and Deliberations
| Type | Status | Date | Documents |
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| (no listings) |
Other Heritage Listings and Surveys
| Type | Status | Date | Grading/Management | More information | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Category | Description | ||||
| Statewide Hotel Survey | Completed | 01 Nov 1997 |
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Heritage Council | |
| Municipal Inventory | Adopted | 25 Jan 1996 | Category 2 |
Category 2 |
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Statement of Significance
The Katanning Hotel was one of the first hotels in Katanning and is an essential part of the streetscape of Austral Terrace. It is associated with many prominent people of the town, including the Piesse family and George McLeod. As well as being a hotel, it has been the site for many social gatherings, including Anglican Church services.
Physical Description
Two-storey Federation Italianate style building in a five bay rhythm with each end terminated by a turret room. Balustrades terminate roofline parapets. The two-storey verandah is carried on turned posts with a simple balustrade. All joinery is timber and remains authentic. There are internal changes.
History
The original single-storey wood and iron hotel was erected in 1889 by the Piesse Bros., but it was burnt to the ground in a fire in 1893 (which also resulted in the loss of an infant). "The hotel was rebuilt on its present site in 1898 and Mr George McLeod jnr purchased the goodwill and freehold". [GSH, 1/10/65. p.8] After the Second World War the Swan Brewery bought the hotel and completely modernised it.
In 1965 the hotel again underwent extensive renovations. The two bar areas also underwent changes such as the ceiling being lowered and new acoustic tiles used to line the roof. Mr and Mrs Southern, who were the then licensees, carried out these renovations. Although the addition of the units - created by joining existing rooms together - reduced the number of rooms from 35 to 27, the rooms were fitted with the most modern fittings and appliances, including vinyl tiles, infrared heaters, bars and special bathroom and shower facilities.
Condition
Fair
References
| Ref ID No | Ref Name | Ref Source | Ref Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nomination form | |||
| Bignell M; "A Place to Meet: a History of the Shire of Katanning Western Australia". | UWA Press | 1981 |
Place Type
Individual Building or Group
Uses
| Epoch | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Original Use | COMMERCIAL | Hotel, Tavern or Inn |
| Present Use | COMMERCIAL | Hotel, Tavern or Inn |
Architectural Styles
| Style |
|---|
| Federation Italianate |
Construction Materials
| Type | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Wall | BRICK | Common Brick |
| Roof | METAL | Corrugated Iron |
Historic Themes
| General | Specific |
|---|---|
| SOCIAL & CIVIC ACTIVITIES | Community services & utilities |
| OCCUPATIONS | Hospitality industry & tourism |
Creation Date
31 Jan 1989Publish place record online (inHerit):
ApprovedLast Update
01 Jan 2017Disclaimer
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