Police Station (fmr)

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The police station has now been converted into a residential unit. The building is of red brick, render and tiled construction. There is a porch entry with gabled roof and concrete steps/floor. Three sash windows to the front elevation with brick sills and security grilles. The façade is little altered.

History

Land was acquired by the Commissioner for Police for a future police station and quarters in Brunswick Junction in 1948. Although there was ongoing pressure from local groups to build a police station in Brunswick Junction it was not until 1954 that the station and quarters were complete. For some of the intervening period an officer was stationed at the Memorial Hall and accommodated in rented premises. The Public Works Department supplied drawings of the standard station and quarters type 'B' in brick and tile. The tender for construction was awarded to Perth contractor Bertie Gaunt for £7,500. The station continued to operate largely unchanged until its closure in 2003.

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Police Quarters (fmr)

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18800 Brunswick Junction Police Station and Quarters (fmr)

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18800 Brunswick Junction Police Station and Quarters (fmr)

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• The place has historic value for its association with the provision of policing services to the town and district of Brunswick Junction.

Physical Description

Brick and tile single storey residence. The house is of asymmetrical plan form with a large projecting bay and the main entrance in the 'L' shape of the building under a small canopy. Timber framed windows which are a combination of casements and fixed panes. The casements are divided into four panes by horizontal glazing bars.

History

Land was acquired by the Commissioner for Police for a future police station and quarters in Brunswick Junction in 1948. Although there was ongoing pressure from local groups to build a police station in Brunswick Junction it was not until 1954 that the station and quarters were complete. For some of the intervening period an officer was stationed at the Memorial Hall and accommodated in rented premises. The Public Works Department supplied drawings of the standard station and quarters type 'B' in brick and tile. The tender for construction was awarded to Perth contractor Bertie Gaunt for £7,500. In 1967/68, a new dining room was added to the quarters and later a carport was built to the rear of the lot. The quarters continued to provide accommodation for police officers until the closure of the station in 2003.

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High/ Medium

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Brunswick Showgrounds

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• The place has historic value for its association with the community endeavour in establishing these grounds in the 1930s. • The place has social value for the many community members who have been involved with sporting and recreational events at the venue since the 1930s.

Physical Description

Large open space incorporating the oval and current cattle selling complex. The main entrance is from Ridley Street through a gateway in a high red brick wall. Associated buildings have been constructed around the edge of the site.

History

These grounds were first cleared in the early 1930s for community activities. The Brunswick Show Committee was formed in 1931 and the first show was held on the grounds in 1932. The grounds were extended in 1949 when the Harvey Road Board resumed additional land from owner Mr Heppingstone. Up to the 1950s an active football competition took place between the adjacent communities at Brunswick, Yarloop, Harvey and Mornington. In 1956, the teams from Brunswick, Harvey and Wokalup/Benger combined to form the Harvey - Brunswick Football Club. A football team from the area still uses the recreation ground. In 1984, a new recreation centre was opened on the ground which provided a sports and function centre for the town and in more recent years a cattle selling complex was also built for the annual Cattle Expo at Brunswick.

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High/ High

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Congregational Church (fmr)

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• The place has historic value for its association with the establishment of the Congregational community in the town and district. • The place social value for the community as many families worshipped or celebrated significant events at the church.

Physical Description

Former church converted into residential use. The original building has been much extended to the rear and a small addition has been constructed to the front. The building is of red brick construction with a gabled roof to the main building with a shallow pitched roof behind a parapet wall to the front porch section. The windows have corrugated metal awnings supported on timber brackets. Decorative pale brick crosses have been built into the front elevation. The building is obscured by a high perimeter fence and front car port and therefore makes little contribution to the character of the street.

History

This residence was the former church building for the Presbyterian and Congregational Churches in Brunswick Junction. These churches combined with the Methodist Church of Australia in 1977 to form the Uniting Church of Australia. Information from the Uniting Church of Australia archives states that the Brunswick Junction congregation was part of the Bunbury Congregation which had been established in Bunbury in the 1870s with a membership of 12. Rev Andrew Buchanan was the Congregational Minister who undertook much of the missionary work in the district and was the force behind the establishment of the Brunswick Congregational Church. This building was built c1916 and served as a church until c1980. The building has been a private residence for many years. According to the current owners internally it retains much of the original church form and detail.

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Moderate/ Low

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Wedderburn Park

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• The place has historic value for its association with early settlers; Dr John Ferguson, Alexander McAndrew, and Edwin Rose and with architect Eustace Cohen.

Physical Description

Single storey residence built into the hillside. The house is of brick construction with corrugated metal roof, extensive verandahs and broad chimneys running up the exterior of the building. The verandah has concrete retaining, masonry piers with broad solid bases and shaped upper columns. The verandah roof continues from the main roof but is at a shallower pitch than the main roof. Windows have been replaced with aluminium frames.

History

The farming property known as Wedderburn Park was granted to Dr John Ferguson in 1842, the doctor for the WA Company scheme which was based in Australind. He named the property ‘Wedderburn’ after his wife Isabella’s forebears. Development of the farm was primarily due to one of Ferguson’s indentured servants, Alexander McAndrew. McAndrew acquired the property in 1846 and in turn leased it to Thomas Hayward and Mrs Rose. McAndrew died in 1899 and the property was transferred to Edwin Rose (1863-1948) who married Janet Clark in 1902. During the 1850s the property was occupied by John Crampton (1831-1906). John Crampton had arrived in the colony in 1842 and settled with his parents in Australind before taking up Wedderburn for 15 years. Crampton went on to establish the property which was later known as 'ViewBank' near Brunswick. This homestead is the second on the property and was built c1910 by Edwin Rose for his family consisting of his wife and two daughters. Edwin Rose was a MLC, JP and member of the Brunswick Road Board and he held other voluntary community positions. The architect of the new residence has not been confirmed however it is noted that architect Eustace Cohen did advertise for tenders for builders to undertake minor works at ‘Wedderburn Park’ in 1910. It is likely he oversaw the design and construction of the new homestead. The home was the venue for many social gatherings in the district and in 1913 accommodated the Governor during a visit to the district. The farm was acquired by Thomas Talbot in 1927. In 1952 considerable alterations were undertaken at the homestead including the removal of the prominent tower and roof gable. The iron roof was replaced by tiles but in later years this was proved to be too heavy for the structure and the tiles were removed in favour of corrugated iron. Much of the interior detail of the residence was removed at the time of the 1952 alterations.

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Low/ Moderate

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Old Dairy, Melville Road

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• The place has research value as a demonstration of the evolution in the methods of milking cows. The layout of this shed is no longer common practice, however its location next to more current layouts is informative.

Physical Description

Small house and dairy complex of varying styles and construction methods. Sheds mainly timber framed construction with corrugated metal cladding, shallow pitch gable roofs with corrugated metal sheeting.

History

The dairy building on the site was built by Donald Campbell in 1953 and is referred to as a 'back out' dairy due to the movement of the cows through the milking process. The cows were moved into the building to be milked then 'backed out' on completion of milking. The farm was held by the Campbell family until 1999 and still operates today [2014] as a dairy. Later dairies have been built on the site which are more consistent with current methods and the 1953 dairy is no longer used for its original function.

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High/ Low

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Brunswick Hotel (fmr)

Parent Place or Precinct

12024 Brunswick Precinct No 1

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• The place has historic value for its association with the development of the town of Brunswick Junction in the early 20th century as a regional centre • The place has social value as the location of many gatherings for the community since 1906. • The place has aesthetic value as a simple expression of the Federation style.

Physical Description

Two storey brick building fronting both streets with chamfered face to the corner, half glazed double doors at street level and similar French doors at first floor level. Windows are timber framed double hung sashes with those to the ground floor having a flat arch above. The hipped roof is corrugated iron and incorporates a small gable dormer. The frontage to the main road has a set back to the upper section and there are two large ornate moulded chimneys. A tiled cantilever canopy extends across the pavement to both frontages. The hip roof is of corrugated iron and has a small gable dormer. The frontage to the main road has a set back to the upper section and there are two large ornate moulded chimneys. A tied cantilever canopy covers the pavement on both street facades.

History

The Brunswick Hotel was built in 1906, the architect and builder of the hotel have not been established. The first licensee was Joseph Edgbert Brown and in September 1906 he was granted a wayside licence and a licence for a billiard room within the new hotel. In the application for the licence the hotel was described as 'containing bar, two sitting rooms, bagatelle room, dining room, kitchen, and six bedrooms, exclusive of those required by the family, rented by me from S. Copley, and occupied by myself and now licensed under the sign of the Brunswick Hotel'. The reference to S. Copley indicates he was the owner of the property. It was not the first hotel in the townsite as the timber Black Swan Hotel managed by Paddy O'Brien had previously existed on the east side of the railway line. The Brunswick Hotel suffered considerable damage in the 1960s as the result of a truck colliding with the building. The resulting damage may have been the reason behind the removal of the upper balconies.

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High/ High

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Brunswick Post Office

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12024 Brunswick Precinct No 1

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• The place has historic value for its association with the establishment of the town and the provision of postal services to the community. • The place has social value as the post office has been providing a community service from this site since 1896. • The place has aesthetic value as a simple expression of the Federation style of public building.

Physical Description

Timber framed construction with weatherboard cladding and iron roof. The main roof to the post office is hipped with vented gablets to either side of the ridge and a substantial centrally placed brick chimney. The projecting hipped roof extends out over the front section of the post office with a lower level skillion verandah canopy positioned below the eaves. The canopy is supported on square timber columns. The balustrade, brick retaining wall and ramp are non-original features. The windows are timber framed sash openings with the upper sash containing 9 small panes and the lower section being two panes. The front of the post office appears to have metal cladding to the shop elevation and incorporates the post office boxes.

History

The first Brunswick Post Office operated north of the river crossing at 'Viewbank' where the mail coach horses were exchanged for a fresh team. The new Post Office was constructed in 1896 for a cost of £400 and the first post master was Luke Crampton. In 1937 alterations, additions and painting were carried out on the Post Office. Since that time minor additions and alterations have occurred but the building is substantially as it was originally constructed.

Integrity/Authenticity

High/ High

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Brunswick Memorial Gates

Parent Place or Precinct

01192 Brunswick Memorial Hall

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• The place has historic value because it acknowledges the sacrifice of those who served during world wars and those community members who organised the construction of this memorial. • The place has social value as the venue for memorial services for servicemen and women since 1948. • The gates have aesthetic value for their contribution to the streetscape and the simple decorative form of the design.

Physical Description

Small area to the north of the Brunswick Memorial Hall dedicated to those who fought in the wars. The space is dominated by decorative steel gates and arch which is inscribed with "Lest We Forget". The area is enhanced by paving and planting.

History

The war memorial gates were erected in 1948 to honour the men of the district who had served in both World Wars. The memorial was opened by the Governor of Western Australia Sir James Mitchell on 30 October 1948. The gates were originally located at the rear of the hall then moved to the main gateway of the showgrounds. They were subsequently moved to the current location. The date of these relocations has not been determined.

Integrity/Authenticity

High/ High

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St Peter's Anglican Church

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12024 Brunswick Precinct No 1

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• The place has aesthetic value as a good intact example of the federation gothic style in good condition. • The place has historic value for its association with the establishment of the townsite and the surrounding district in the early 20th century. • The place has social value for the many members of the community who have worshipped and celebrated significant events at the church.

Physical Description

Red brick construction with red Colorbond roof. The windows are timber framed casements with the top sections pushing through the roof form to create dormers. The porch to the front entrance has a side door with pointed arch and skillion roof. A distinctive bell tower with louvered sides to the square section of the tower and octagonal spire with finial projects out of the apex of the front gable. Immediately below the tower is a range of rendered blind arches with three windows below all containing diamond leaded lights. The brickwork is enlivened by a rendered stringcourse at sill level that extends around the body of the church which is interrupted by the buttresses. However, the painted raked heads continue the decorative theme of the church. The rear section of the church incorporates leaded lights in round headed arches. Red brick, Colorbond

History

Early Anglican church services in Brunswick were held in a jarrah slab hut opposite the homestead 'Frogmore'. A church building committee raised £108 in the early years of the 20th century and together with a bank loan of £200, works began. Land was donated to the church by Mr. D. W. Marriott and in 1907 a foundation stone for St. Peter’s was laid in the presence of Bishop Frederick Goldsmith by the Master of the Wellington Lodge of Freemasons, Mr. K.M. Eastman. During the service, relics were placed in the cavity in the west wall. With the completion of the nave the building was used as St Peters Church from 1907 to 1909. The nave was built by Roelands contractor Mr William Rafferty and the architect was F. W. Steere of Bunbury. Shortly after the completion of the nave Mrs A.B. Perren donated additional funds to enable the completion of the church with Sanctuary, Vestry, porch and belltower. The builder of this portion of the church was J.H. Gibbs.

Integrity/Authenticity

High/ High

Condition

Fair to good but with signs of failure towards the rear

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Brunswick Memorial Hall

Parent Place or Precinct

12024 Brunswick Precinct No 1

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• 12858 Brunswick Memorial Gates

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• 12858 Brunswick Memorial Gates

Statement of Significance

demonstration of a way of life, custom, process or function: The Brunswick Memorial Hall has been used by generations of Brunswick residents since it was built in 1936. historical significance of development of cultural phases; association with important figures: The Hall was built as a memorial to local residents who were killed in the First World War. It is one of a group of local government buildings designed by the architectural firm Powell, Cameron and Chisholm in the Harvey Shire. Environmental importance; townscape or landscape value; high degree of unity of setting: The Memorial Hall adds significant townscape value Brunswick in its situation on Ommanney Road and the South Western Highway. social signifance: The Memorial Hall has great social significance to the residents of Brunswick.

Physical Description

Large imposing building of brick construction containing three public halls with ancillary rooms and communal facilities. The natural brick frontages to the two streets have a cement rendered band running around the building at lintel level on each of the two stories. The upper level facing Ridley St which houses the projection room is corowned with a complex modelled and stepped parapet featuring the daye of the builing's dedication with the name of the Hall on the spandrel between the main door and the steel framed window above. The interior of the main hall features a well arranged stage equipped to mount theatrical productions and has Art Deco detailing and decorative panelling to walls and ceiling. The Memorial Hall section facing Ommanney Road is built in an earlier Inter War stripped classical style featuring cement rendered pilasts and linking panels with orizontally grooved detail and simplified classical mouldings to base and cornice with stepped parapet bearing the name. The netrance porch to one side and which contains a ticket-sales office has a memorial plaque to the fallen soldiers of the 1914 - 18 war. There is also a commerarive list of soldiers killed during World War II in the main hall.

History

Assessment 1997 Construction 1936 Builder J.Joseph The Brunswick and Memorial Hall was constructed by the prominent architectural firm Cameron Powell and Chisholm in 1936. It was built at a cost of 6,500 pounds on the site of the previous hall which had been standing there since 1894. The builder was Mr. Joseph Jotinson of Harvey. The building was opened on the 15th of July by Sir James MitchelL The hall was used by the local residents for balls, weddings and functions and picture shows were held there once a week.

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• 12858 Brunswick Memorial Gates

Statement of Significance

• The place has historic value for its association with the development of the district in the 1930s. • The place has social value for the community as many events have been held at the hall, attended by many local individuals and families since 1936. • The place has aesthetic value as a restrained example of the inter-war free classical style in good condition

Physical Description

Large imposing building of brick construction containing three public halls with ancillary rooms and communal facilities. The natural brick frontages to the two streets have a cement rendered band running around the building at lintel level on each of the two stories. The upper level facing Ridley Street which houses the projection room is crowned with a complex modelled and stepped parapet featuring the date of the building’s dedication with the name of the Hall on the spandrel between the main door and the steel framed window above. The interior of the main hall features a well arranged stage equipped to mount theatrical productions and has Art Deco detailing and decorative panelling to walls and ceiling. The Memorial Hall section facing Ommanney Road is built in an earlier Inter War stripped classical style featuring cement rendered pilasters and linking panels with horizontally grooved detail and simplified classical mouldings to base and cor nice with stepped parapet bearing the name. The entrance porch to one side and which contains a ticket-sales office has a memorial plaque to the fallen soldiers of the 1914-18. There is also a commemorative list of the fallen in World War 2 in the main hall.

History

The Brunswick Memorial Hall was constructed by the prominent architectural firm Cameron Powell & Chisholm in 1936. It was constructed at a cost of £6500 on the site of the previous hall which had been standing there since 1894. A portion of the original hall including the main entrance was retained. The builder was Mr. Joseph Johnson of Harvey. The building was opened on the 15 July 1936 by Sir James Mitchell. The hall was used by the local residents for balls, weddings and functions and picture shows were held there once a week.

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National Bank Building (fmr)

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12024 Brunswick Precinct No 1

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• The place, the bank and the house, have historic value for its demonstration of the prosperity of the town during the early decades of the 20th century.

Physical Description

Former bank manager's house and adjoining bank building. The house is of timber framed weatherboard construction with hipped and gabled iron roof. It has a symmetrical façade with twin gables to the roof, centrally placed front door and flanking timber framed sash windows. The verandah extends across the full width of the front elevation. The sash windows have side (margin) panes either side of the main pane. The front door also has side and fan lights. The gable has a timber gable screen projecting down from the eaves and standing proud of the wall. The dwelling contains brick chimneys with concrete corbelling. The former bank building is a small building fronting directly onto the pavement. The parapet has become obscured by the projecting box canopy. The parapet incorporates crenellations with the three elements just projecting above the canopy. Beyond the parapet is a hipped iron roof. The building is of brick construction and is in poor condition. The original doors and windows have been replaced.

History

The former National Bank of Australasia was first present in Brunswick in 1914. A branch was opened in the town by Mr Tyrer and the opening hours were 9.30am to 2.30pm on Tuesday. It is not clear whether this branch was in the existing building however it is possible that the current building dates from that time. With such limited hours of operation it is not likely that an officer was living in the town in the adjacent cottage which has come to be associated with the bank building. The National Bank of Australasia closed the branch in Brunswick Junction on 27 March 1942. The branch was noted as a 'receiving office' in the post office directories for 1942. The receiving office was reopened in 1946, business hours were Fridays 11am to 12pm and 2pm to 3pm. Since that time the building has been occupied by a variety of businesses.

Integrity/Authenticity

Moderate/ Moderate

Condition

House - Good, Bank Poor to Failing

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St Michael's Church (fmr)

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• The place has historic value for its association with the growth of the Catholic Community in the district and the establishment of the wider community. • The place has social value for the many individuals and families who have celebrated significant events at the place since its construction in 1922.

Physical Description

Federation Gothic church of brick and tile construction with steeply pitched roof, pointed arch windows, buttresses and decorative pinnacles. There is a small porch to the south elevation with entrance doors to both the east and west elevations. The buttresses create a rhythm to the form of the building by being positioned between the windows. The buttresses have contrasting rendered and painted raked cappings. The bricks are laid in stretcher bond with white mortar. High level and mid-height air vents to the main elevations. The windows are pointed arches with the arch head being formed by three rows of voussoirs. Each of the main windows comprises three sections with the lower section and the upper pointed sections being frosted glass and the central section containing 9 stained glass lights. The rear addition contains the altar with three high level pointed arch windows above. Two additional side rooms have been added either side of the altar which do not fully follow the design of the remainder of the church.

History

The first Catholic mass was celebrated in Brunswick Junction in 1909 in a timber church relocated to the current location from Roelands. Father Gilroy was the parish priest at that time. The current church was designed by architect Edgar Le B Henderson and built by contractors J. J. Hewitt and Sons in 1922. The church was blessed and opened by Archbishop Clune on February 12th 1922. On opening the church Archbishop Clune stated 'there was nothing seedy, sordid, shoddy or unnecessary about the building or its appointments which is a fine tribute to your parish priests activities and your own unselfish sacrifices'. The parish had raised funds for the building of the church over a period of five years. The first pastor of the church was Father Doddy.

Integrity/Authenticity

High/ High

Condition

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Peters Creamery

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Statement of Significance

• The factory has aesthetic value as a good intact example of the post war international style executed in an industrial building. • The place has historic value for its association with the development of the dairy industry in the post war period and the growth of Brunswick Junction as a regional centre • The place has social value for the people from the town and surrounding districts as the factory has been a source of employment and the focal point for the dairy industry since 1954.

Physical Description

The site has been much extended over the years but the key original buildings remain extant. The main building is of red brick construction with rendered bands above the windows, the lower band containing the words "Peters Creameries". A parapet wall hides the metal saw tooth roof behind. There is a distinctive curved wall at the corner of the building which incorporates a window at the upper level that wraps around the curve to the flat elevations either side. The windows at the upper level are arranged in a regular rhythm around the building interrupted on the front elevation by a high level access door. There are only two small windows at the lower level and a number of doorways to what is otherwise a plain section of building. The smaller building adjacent is the former shop and office for the dairy. It is of similar construction design to the main building being of red brick construction with parapet wall hiding the metal hipped roof. The fascia and boxed awning are in the same colours as the rendered bands of the main building with the canopy also containing the words "Peters". There is a chamfered corner to the building which corresponds to the junction of Ommaney Road and George Avenue. The main entrance to the shop is contained within this section of wall with large shop windows either side.

History

Edward Browne bought land in Brunswick circa 1926, opposite the railway station, erected a wooden building, installed a 20 h.p. Crossley engine, a 10 ton compressor with brine cooler, an ice tank and a cold room to establish a milk factory, known as Brownes Dairy Ltd. In the flush months, when more milk was received, the excess was separated, some being sold as table cream, and the rest went to the Bunbury Butter Factory. By 1933, when irrigation from the Wellington Dam began, and the milk output from Brunswick rose rapidly, the building was reconstructed and cheese vats installed. Brownes then employed a highly qualified cheesemaker from Victoria, Mr Les Simm. The cheese factory was licensed in 1934. In about 1950 Brownes amalgamated with Peters Ice Cream Company, which then expanded the business in Brunswick by building a modern, multi – purpose factory in 1952 to replace the old premises. The factory was completed in 1954. Soon after Peters' bought out Brownes’ share of the company which then became known as Peters Creameries. The factory had facilities for making butter, cheese and skim milk powder and also for the first time milk was pasteurised and bottled in a country area. They began supplying bottled milk to Bunbury from the new factory, and by 1958, refrigerated vans were travelling via Collie and Boyup Brook, as far east as Gnowangerup, with milk supplies and products from Brunswick. Milk was also sent to Peters milk depot and ice-cream factory in Perth. Tankers transferring milk from country depots to Perth, first commenced in 1945 and later in 1969, bulk milk tankers collected milk directly from farms for the first time. Fonterra, a New Zealand co-operative purchased the Brunswick Factory in 2002 and in 2010 the company was sold to Dairy West.

Integrity/Authenticity

High/ High

Condition

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Daisy's Corner Park

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• The place has social value as a community project which has been a key element in the creation of the Brunswick Junction identity.

Physical Description

Corner garden at the junction of Ommaney Road and Beela Road. Mainly open to grass incorporating a cow sculpture on a stone base, a brick wishing well and a commemorative rock and plaque. The gardens are populated with mature trees of various species.

History

This portion of land in the centre of town has never been developed. In 1972 the Brunswick Lions Club formed a plan to recognise the contribution of the dairy industry to the town and district. The selection of a Friesian cow to represent the district has been taken up enthusiastically and is now a symbol of the town. Local members of the Lions club erected a plinth for 'Daisy' the cow and painted the cow its recognisable colours and was formally opened on 11 July 1973. A wishing well was erected on the site in 1988 as a joint project of the Shire of Harvey and the Australian Bicentennial Authority to recognise the pioneers of the district.

Integrity/Authenticity

High/ High

Condition

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Commercial Building, Ommaney Road

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• The place has historic value for its association with the establishment and development of the town during the inter war period. • The place has aesthetic value for its contribution to the streetscape of the town and its simple presentation of the inter war style

Physical Description

A pair of semi-detached commercial spaces. The building is of brick construction with hipped metal roof behind a rendered parapet wall. There is a boxed awning to the full width of the front elevation. Large timber framed shop window, timber and glass panelled door (glass panel boarded over) with fan light above to the shop section of the building. The adjoining section contains a tall fixed pane window and a timber panelled door (non-original). Weatherboard additions to the rear.

History

These brick shops were occupied in the 1960s by the Bank of NSW and a hair dresser. An article in the local press stated that the Bank of NSW had opened a branch in the town in 1953. It is likely that the shops were built prior to this as the building façade demonstrates interwar styling.

Integrity/Authenticity

High/ High

Condition

Fair

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Dwelling, 51 Ommaney Road

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• As the manager’s residence for the power station this place has historic value for its association with the provision of electricity to the town of Brunswick Junction in 1932. • It has aesthetic value as a simple example of inter war Califorian bungalow style.

Physical Description

Timber framed fibro, weatherboard and metal roofed dwelling. The house is arranged with three gables to the front elevation with a low wide gable to the central section forming the verandah canopy in the form of the Californian Bungalow architectural style. The verandah has a masonry balustrade and pillars with slender timber columns on top of the pillars supporting the canopy. All three gables have timbered details. The north and south sections both contain centrally placed windows with awnings above. The roof incorporates a brick chimney with terracotta honey pot flues.

History

This house was built in 1932 as the residence for the manager of the power station constructed in Brunswick Junction in that year. The manager and owner of the power station was Marcus Barlow who was a former employer of WA Goverment Railway prior to establishing the power station. The power station was disconnected in 1950 when Brunswick Junction was integrated into the main grid. In later years the house was occupied by the manager of the local car sale yard.

Integrity/Authenticity

Moderate/ High

Condition

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Calf Saleyards

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Statement of Significance

• The place has aesthetic value as a simple and well executed example of a utilitarian structure. • The place has historic value for its association with the dairy industry which flourished in the post-World War II period and which made a major contribution to the development of the district. • The place has social value to the community as saleyards were the location for regular gatherings and these events contributed to the cohesion of the community.

Physical Description

Simple timber and iron construction with concrete flooring. The hipped roof form is open to the underside with visible rafters and overhanging eaves. The roofing has been replaced and three roof ventilators (whirlybirds) have been added. The simple frame construction consists of full height vertical timbers forming the structural supports with the enclosure formed by horizontal timbers. The internal space has been divided into a number of separate pens with gated access from a central walkway. Two timber ramped access points are located along the side elevation. Wide timbers have been installed on the perimeter railings to act as viewing platforms.

History

This structure was used for the display and sale of calves and was independent to the larger saleyards located on Heppingstone Road, Brunswick Junction. The Brunswick area has been associated with the dairy industry since the early 1900s. This association was strengthened following the establishment of a milk depot by Browne’s Dairy Ltd in 1926. As a centre for the dairy industry, Brunswick Junction became a prominent regional centre and other services, such as saleyards were established in the town. Stock yards appear to have been present in the townsite from the 1910s however it was in 1940 that two of the biggest stock agents, Elder Smith and Goldsborough Mort Pty Ltd were noted in the Post Office Directories as having premises in Brunswick Junction. It is however possible that these two firms were operating in Brunswick Junction prior to this time. The West Australian reported that new saleyards were constructed at Brunswick Junction in 1948 for stock agents Westralian Farmers Ltd. Stock agents regularly built their own saleyards in regional centres. As companies merged or were taken over the ownership of the different premises changed but sometimes the names were retained through constant use. The calf saleyards were believed to have been built by stock agents Elders Ltd. Information from local residents states that the calf saleyards were built after the larger saleyards, (probably the 1948 Westralian Farmers Ltd saleyards). This would indicate the calf saleyards were constructed in the 1950s which would be consistent with the period of rural growth experienced in the post-World War II period. The structure of the yards does not appear to have changed since original construction although the roof cladding does appear to be relatively new. The calf saleyards have not been used since 2005/2006 for several reasons. The sale of stock by auction has decreased in recent years as other methods of selling have become more popular. In addition farmers have adopted a practice of retaining their calves for longer so that they gain weight and are therefore more profitable. The main Brunswick cattle saleyards were demolished in 2012 and the saleyards in Boyanup now service the local area for stock auctions. Information from a national industry organisation ‘Beef Central’ states that calf saleyards are rare structures throughout Australia.

Integrity/Authenticity

High/ High

Condition

Fair

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Brunswick Swimming Hole

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Statement of Significance

• The place has historic value for its association with the vibrant community effort of the 1950s which led to the creation of this community facility. • The place has social value for the many individuals and families from the community who have used the facility for a place of relaxation and recreation since 1952.

Physical Description

There is a plaque on a rock to commemorate the opening of the swimming area in the Brunswick River in December 1952. The swimming hole consists of a dammed section of the river to the east of Brunswick Bridge and is accessed from the banks on both sides of the river. The swimming hole is flanked by a recreational park on the south bank and campsite on the north bank.

History

The swimming pool which was created on the Brunswick River in 1952 was achieved through community fundraising. A group of residents met in 1951 to formulate a plan to build a pool and decided that fundraising and subscriptions was a better way to achieve their goal rather than lobby the local roads board to enter into another loan. The Brunswick Parents and Citizens raised the funds and the pool was constructed by voluntary efforts. President of the Parents and Citizens Association, Mr J. G. Fry opened the pool on 10 December 1952. Since opening, the pool has been a popular venue for residents and tourists. Swimming lessons and swimming carnivals were held at the pool until the 1980s New facilities have been added in recent decades, including a toilet block and play equipment, and a caravan park was established on the north side of the river.

Integrity/Authenticity

High/ High

Condition

Good

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Service Station (fmr)

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Statement of Significance

• The place has aesthetic value as an unusual example of the post war architectural style. • The place has historic value as a demonstration of the growth in truck and car travel in contrast to train travel in the post war period.

Physical Description

A timber framed building of fibro panelling, weatherboard and metal construction with a canopy projecting out above the office entrance demonstrating the local style of garage canopy. The canopy is flat roofed, sloping down towards the building with the higher front section supported on slender columns arranged in a 'V'. Adjoining the office is the mechanics area accessed by full height corrugated metal doors. There is an addition to the rear of the same design as the main building.

History

This shed is one of three similar former service stations that were built by local resident Jim Woodley in the 1950s. The design of the former service stations is representative of that period and the consistency of styling has not been significantly compromised by later additions.

Integrity/Authenticity

High/ Moderate

Condition

Fair to good

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