Local Government
Perth
Region
Metropolitan
Location
17 Victoria Sq Perth
Location Details
Cnr Victoria Square & Victoria Ave
Other Name(s)
Catholic Church Office
Roman Catholic Presbytery
Construction Date
Constructed from 1859 to 1911
Demolition Year
N/AStatutory Heritage Listings
| Type | Status | Date | Documents | More information |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage List | Adopted | 09 Jan 2004 | ||
| Heritage List | Adopted | 26 Jun 2001 | ||
| State Register | Registered | 28 Jun 1996 |
Register Entry Assessment Documentation |
Heritage Council |
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 | ||||
| Local Heritage Survey | Adopted | 28 Mar 2023 | Category 1 |
Category 1 |
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| Municipal Inventory | Adopted | 13 Mar 2001 | Category 1 |
Category 1 |
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| Municipal Inventory | Adopted | 26 Jun 2001 |
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| Municipal Inventory | Completed\Draft | 13 Mar 2001 | Category 1 |
Category 1 |
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| Local Heritage Survey | Completed\Draft | Category 1 |
Category 1 |
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| Survey of 20th Ctry Architecture | Completed | 01 Mar 1988 |
|
Heritage Council | |
| Register of the National Estate | Registered | 21 Oct 1980 |
|
Heritage Council | |
| Catholic Church Inventory | Adopted | 01 Jul 1998 |
|
Heritage Council | |
| Perth Draft Inventory 99-01 | YES | 31 Dec 1999 |
|
Heritage Council | |
| Classified by the National Trust | Recorded | 03 Apr 1978 |
|
Heritage Council | |
| Aboriginal Heritage Sites Register | Permanent |
|
Heritage Council | ||
Statement of Significance
The place is of social significance to members of the Roman Catholic community as the seat of power for the Archbishop of Perth and for the Diocese of Perth.
The place is a good example of the Federation Academic Classical Style of architecture by the prominent architect M. Cavanagh.
The place is an important component in the Victoria Square precinct and is a landmark in the area.
Physical Description
Three storey building with classical columns and balconies and prominent formal entrance.
History
The building was completed in 1855 for the use of the Bishop of Perth and other priests. It was constructed by the Catholic brothers from Subiaco and New Norcia. The two-storey building was quite large compared to the small cottages around it. In 1895 the building was extended and refurbished. The building was altered 1911 by architect Michael Cavanagh for Archbishop Clune.
The building continues to be used as the Archbishop’s office and as long term residential accommodation for members of the clergy working within St Mary’s parish.
Integrity/Authenticity
High level of integrity.
Medium level of authenticity as the building has been altered over time.
Associations
| Name | Type | Year From | Year To |
|---|---|---|---|
| Michael Cavanagh | Architect | - | - |
References
| Ref ID No | Ref Name | Ref Source | Ref Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage Place File | City of Perth | 1.48/41 | |
| Register of Heritage Places - Assessment Archbishop's Palace | 1996 |
State Heritage Office library entries
| Library Id | Title | Medium | Year Of Publication |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11813 | An interim report on the archaeological excavation of the Bishop's Place Well, Perth | Heritage Study {Other} | 2009 |
| 9157 | Pre-construction archive record: St Mary's Cathedral Presbytery | Archival Record | 2008 |
| 9616 | Cathedral House, Perth. | Heritage Study {Cons'n Plan} | 0 |