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The place has interest as a modestly detailed Federation Queen Anne style of residential building. The place forms an integral part of a group of residential buildings and contributes to the historic character of the area. The place reflects the expansion and development of residential and commercial buildings on the city fringes during the rapid population increase of the 1890's gold boom and the early years of the twentieth century. The place represents the changing demographic character of the city fringe of Perth as expansion of transport services enabled the more well-to-do members of society to move further afield to newly developed suburbs. The place represents the changing character of the local community from the typically heterogeneous population of the gold boom of the 1890's to the increasing concentration of ethnic minorities in the course of the twentieth century. The single storey cottage set back from the street with a low front fence forms part of an intact streetscape that contributes to the community's sense of place. The place is rare as an example of a late nineteenth century residential building still extant within close proximity to Perth City centre. The place is representative as an example of a modest residential building dating from the late nineteenth century.

Physical Description

Single storey residential building with steeply pitched hipped gabled roof.

History

This residence appears on an early Water Map for the city dated c1895. In the early years of the Swan River colony the area to the north of Perth (now known as Northbridge) was low lying and swampy and was therefore settled more slowly than the better land closer to the river. It was also further from the river port and the main means of transport. Northbridge is an inner suburban area, named because it is just north of Perth across the railway bridge. It was approved as a suburb name in 1982. In 1854 some of the swampy land to the north of Perth was drained producing some fertile land for farming and later subdivision. The land was subdivided into allotments circa 1860. Land in the area was taken up by discharged soldiers, artisans and small landholders. The area at this period was characterised by small cottages and businesses. In 1881, the railway from Fremantle to Guildford was opened and became the main transport route. From that period commerce and trade tended to be more fashionable with smaller commercial enterprises and manufacturing to the north. It was less fashionable to live north of the railway line, however the area was close to the city and during the 1890's and early 1900's was substantially redeveloped with further subdivision of lots and mixed residential and commercial development. A number of trade and community organisations had their origins in the area at this time. Over the years the population of the area changed as people relocated to suburban areas of the city. As a result, Northbridge became the home for successive migrant communities. for example, communities including Greek, Italian, Chinese and more recently Vietnamese migrants have settled here as property remained relatively cheap and had the advantage of being close to the city. These communities have over the years given this area a distinctive character, generally recycling the existing buildings rather than redeveloping the area. (Extracted from M. Pitt Morrison and J. White in C.T. Stannage, A New History of Western Australia; U.W.A. 1981 and Michael Bosworth, Thematic Historical framework, City of Perth Unpub. 1995). The homes built in Perth the 1890's and early 1900's were generally larger and more elaborately detailed than the earlier simple cottages there replaced. Although influenced in their design by homes of Victoria in particular, due to the influx of migrants from the eastern states, houses in Perth tended to be constructed as single detached, or sometimes pairs of attached houses, rather than the extensive rows of terrace houses found in eastern Australia. Houses were generally single storey brick with corrugated iron roofs. Some more prestigious homes had slate or tiled roofs. Stucco decoration was popular as was wrought iron lace and timber fretwork.

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High level of integrity. Medium level of authenticity as it is restored, alterations to verandah.

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11509 Aberdeen Street Precinct

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The place has interest as a modestly detailed Federation Bungalow style of residential building with a unique decorative iron fence. The place forms an integral part of a group of residential buildings and contributes to the historic character of the area. The place reflects the expansion and development of residential and commercial buildings on the city fringes during the rapid population increase of the 1890's gold boom and the early years of the twentieth century. The place represents the changing demographic character of the city fringe of Perth as expansion of transport services enabled the more well-to-do members of society to move further afield to newly developed suburbs. The place represents the changing character of the local community from the typically heterogeneous population of the gold boom of the 1890's to the increasing concentration of ethnic minorities in the course of the twentieth century. The single storey cottage set back from the street with a low front fence forms part of an intact streetscape that contributes to the community's sense of place. The place is rare as an example of a late nineteenth century residential building still extant within close proximity to Perth City centre. The place is representative as an example of a modest residential building dating from the late nineteenth century.

Physical Description

Single storey residential building with steeply pitched hipped roof verandah has separate roof and is supported by columns on half height wall. Leadlight casement windows.

History

This residence appears on an early Water Map for the city, dated c.1895. In the early years of the Swan River colony the area to the north of Perth (now known as Northbridge) was low lying and swampy and was therefore settled more slowly than the better land closer to the river. It was also further from the river port and the main means of transport. Northbridge is an inner suburban area, named because it is just north of Perth across the railway bridge. It was approved as a suburb name in 1982. In 1854 some of the swampy land to the north of Perth was drained producing some fertile land for farming and later subdivision. the land was subdivided into allotments circa 1860. Land in the area was taken up by discharged soldiers, artisans and small landholders. The area at this period was characterised by small cottages and businesses. In 1881, the railway from Fremantle to Guildford was opened and became the main transport route. From that period commerce and trade tended to be more fashionable with smaller commercial enterprises and manufacturing to the north. It was less fashionable to live north of the railway line, however the area was close to the city and during the 1890's and early 1900's was substantially redeveloped with further subdivision of lots and mixed residential and commercial development. A number of trade and community organisations had their origins in the area at this time. Over the years the population of the area changed as people relocated to suburban areas of the city. As a result, Northbridge became the home for successive migrant communities. for example, communities including Greek, Italian, Chinese and more recently Vietnamese migrants have settled here as property remained relatively cheap and had the advantage of being close to the city. These communities have over the years given this area a distinctive character, generally recycling the existing buildings rather than redeveloping the area. (Extracted from M. Pitt Morrison and J. White in C.T. Stannage, A New History of Western Australia; U.W.A. 1981 and Michael Bosworth, Thematic Historical framework, City of Perth Unpub. 1995). The homes built in Perth the 1890's and early 1900's were generally larger and more elaborately detailed than the earlier simple cottages there replaced. Although influenced in their design by homes of Victoria in particular, due to the influx of migrants from the eastern states, houses in Perth tended to be constructed as single detached, or sometimes pairs of attached houses, rather than the extensive rows of terrace houses found in eastern Australia. Houses were generally single storey brick with corrugated iron roofs. Some more prestigious homes had slate or tiled roofs. Stucco decoration was popular as was wrought iron lace and timber fretwork.

Integrity/Authenticity

High level of integrity. Medium level of authenticity. Restored.

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House

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11509 Aberdeen Street Precinct

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The place has interest as a modestly detailed Federation Bungalow style of residential building. The place forms an integral part of a group of residential buildings and contributes to the historic character of the area. The place reflects the expansion and development of residential and commercial buildings on the city fringes during the rapid population increase of the 1890s gold boom and the early years of the twentieth century. The place represents the changing demographic character of the city fringe of Perth as expansion of transport services enabled the more well to do members of society to move further afield to newly developed suburbs. The place represents the changing character of the local community from the typically heterogeneous population of the gold boom of the 1890s to the increasing concentration of ethnic minorities in the course of the twentieth century. The single storey cottage set back from the street with a low front fence forms part of an intact streetscape that contributes to the community's sense of place. The place is rare as an example of a late nineteenth century residential building still extant within close proximity to Perth City centre. The place is representative of a modest residential building dating from the late nineteenth century.

Physical Description

Single storey residential building with steeply pitched hipped roof verandah has separate roof. The support structure has probably been altered.

History

This residence appears on an early Water Map for the City, dated c.1895. In the early years of the Swan River colony the area to the north of Perth (now known as Northbridge) was low lying and swampy and was therefore settled more slowly than the better land closer to the river. It was also further from the river port and the main means of transport. Northbridge is an inner suburban area, named because it is just north of Perth across the railway bridge. It was approved as a suburb name in 1982. In 1854 some of the swampy land to the north of Perth was drained producing some fertile land for farming and later subdivision. the land was subdivided into allotments circa 1860. Land in the area was taken up by discharged soldiers, artisans and small landholders. The area at this period was characterised by small cottages and businesses. In 1881, the railway from Fremantle to Guildford was opened and became the main transport route. From that period commerce and trade tended to be more fashionable with smaller commercial enterprises and manufacturing to the north. It was less fashionable to live north of the railway line, however the area was close to the city and during the 1890's and early 1900's was substantially redeveloped with further subdivision of lots and mixed residential and commercial development. A number of trade and community organisations had their origins in the area at this time. Over the years the population of the area changed as people relocated to suburban areas of the city. As a result, Northbridge became the home for successive migrant communities. for example, communities including Greek, Italian, Chinese and more recently Vietnamese migrants have settled here as property remained relatively cheap and had the advantage of being close to the city. These communities have over the years given this area a distinctive character, generally recycling the existing buildings rather than redeveloping the area. (Extracted from M. Pitt Morrison and J. White in C.T. Stannage, A New History of Western Australia; U.W.A. 1981 and Michael Bosworth, Thematic Historical framework, City of Perth Unpub. 1995). The homes built in Perth the 1890's and early 1900's were generally larger and more elaborately detailed than the earlier simple cottages there replaced. Although influenced in their design by homes of Victoria in particular, due to the influx of migrants from the eastern states, houses in Perth tended to be constructed as single detached, or sometimes pairs of attached houses, rather than the extensive rows of terrace houses found in eastern Australia. Houses were generally single storey brick with corrugated iron roofs. Some more prestigious homes had slate or tiled roofs. Stucco decoration was popular as was wrought iron lace and timber fretwork.

Integrity/Authenticity

High level of integrity. Medium level of authenticity. Restored with some alterations from original.

Condition

Fair

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Braddocks Dispensary

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11509 Aberdeen Street Precinct

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The place has interest as a modestly detailed Federation Free Classical style of residential/commercial building. The place forms an integral part of a group of residential/commercial buildings and contributes to the historic character of the area. The place reflects the expansion and development of residential and commercial buildings on the city fringes during the rapid population increase of the 1890s gold boom and the early years of the twentieth century. The place represents the changing demographic character of the city fringe of Perth as expansion of transport services enabled the more well to do members of society to move further afield to newly developed suburbs. The place represents the changing character of the local community from the typically heterogeneous population of the gold boom of the 1890s to the increasing concentration of ethnic minorities in the course of the twentieth century. The single storey commercial building forms part of an intact streetscape that contributes to the community's sense of place. The place is representative of a modest residential/commercial building dating from the late nineteenth century.

Physical Description

Single storey building with shop front and residence with prominent pediment. steeply pitched hipped & gable roof.

History

This place was erected in the latter part of the 18905. Mr Charles Braddock, Chemist, is listed for the premises in 1904. In 1924 it was a perfumery, then in 1935-6 William Kelly operated a mixed business there, then a Mrs Delia Bona lived there. In the early years of the Swan River colony the area to the north of Perth (now known as Northbridge) was low lying and swampy and was therefore settled more slowly than the better land closer to the river. It was also further from the river port and the main means of transport. Northbridge is an inner suburban area, named because it is just north of Perth across the railway bridge. It was approved as a suburb name in 1982. In 1854 some of the swampy land to the north of Perth was drained producing some fertile land for farming and later subdivision. the land was subdivided into allotments circa 1860. Land in the area was taken up by discharged soldiers, artisans and small landholders. The area at this period was characterised by small cottages and businesses. In 1881, the railway from Fremantle to Guildford was opened and became the main transport route. From that period commerce and trade tended to be more fashionable with smaller commercial enterprises and manufacturing to the north. It was less fashionable to live north of the railway line, however the area was close to the city and during the 1890's and early 1900's was substantially redeveloped with further subdivision of lots and mixed residential and commercial development. A number of trade and community organisations had their origins in the area at this time. Over the years the population of the area changed as people relocated to suburban areas of the city. As a result, Northbridge became the home for successive migrant communities. for example, communities including Greek, Italian, Chinese and more recently Vietnamese migrants have settled here as property remained relatively cheap and had the advantage of being close to the city. These communities have over the years given this area a distinctive character, generally recycling the existing buildings rather than redeveloping the area. (Extracted from M. Pitt Morrison and J. White in C.T. Stannage, A New History of Western Australia; U.W.A. 1981 and Michael Bosworth, Thematic Historical framework, City of Perth Unpub. 1995). The homes built in Perth the 1890's and early 1900's were generally larger and more elaborately detailed than the earlier simple cottages there replaced. Although influenced in their design by homes of Victoria in particular, due to the influx of migrants from the eastern states, houses in Perth tended to be constructed as single detached, or sometimes pairs of attached houses, rather than the extensive rows of terrace houses found in eastern Australia. Houses were generally single storey brick with corrugated iron roofs. Some more prestigious homes had slate or tiled roofs. Stucco decoration was popular as was wrought iron lace and timber fretwork.

Integrity/Authenticity

Low level of integrity. Low level of authenticity. Original form but has lost original detail.

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Good

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House

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11509 Aberdeen Street Precinct

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The place has interest as a modestly detailed Federation Queen Anne style of residential building. The place forms an integral part of a group of residential buildings and contributes to the historic character of the area. The place reflects the expansion and development of residential and commercial buildings on the city fringes during the rapid population increase of the 1890s gold boom and the early years of the twentieth century. The place represents the changing demographic character of the city fringe of Perth as expansion of transport services enabled the more well to do members of society to move further afield to newly developed suburbs. The place represents the changing character of the local community from the typically heterogeneous population of the gold boom of the 1890s to the increasing concentration of ethnic minorities in the course of the twentieth century. Social value: The single storey cottage set back from the street with a low front fence forms part of an intact streetscape that contributes to the community's sense of place. Rarity: The place is rare as an example of a late nineteenth century residential building still extant within close proximity to Perth City centre. Representativeness: The place is representative of a modest residential building dating from the late nineteenth century.

Physical Description

Single storey residential building with steeply pitched hipped and gable roof. Prominent chimney a double hung sash windows. Gable with half timbered and rough cast effect.

History

In the early years of the Swan River colony the area to the north of Perth (now known as Northbridge) was low lying and swampy and was therefore settled more slowly than the better land closer to the river. It was also further from the river port and the main means of transport. Northbridge is an inner suburban area, named because it is just north of Perth across the railway bridge. It was approved as a suburb name in 1982. In 1854 some of the swampy land to the north of Perth was drained producing some fertile land for farming and later subdivision. the land was subdivided into allotments circa 1860. Land in the area was taken up by discharged soldiers, artisans and small landholders. The area at this period was characterised by small cottages and businesses. In 1881, they railway from Fremantle to Guildford was opened and became the main transport route. From that period commerce and trade tended to be more fashionable with smaller commercial enterprises and manufacturing to the north. It was less fashionable to live north of the railway line, however the area was close to the city and during the 1890's and early 1900's was substantially redeveloped with further subdivision of lots and mixed residential and commercial development. A number of trade and community organisations had their origins in the area at this time. Over the years the population of the area changed as people relocated to suburban areas of the city. As a result, Northbridge became the home for successive migrant communities for example, communities including Greek, Italian, Chinese and more recently Vietnamese migrants have settled here as property remained relatively cheap and had the advantage of being close to the city. These communities have over the years given this area a distinctive character, generally recycling the existing buildings rather than redeveloping the area. (Extracted from M. Pitt Morrison and J. White in C.T. Stannage, A New History of Western Australia; U.W.A. 1981 and Michael Bosworth, Thematic Historical framework, City of Perth Unpub. 1995). The homes built in Perth in the 1890's and early 1900's were generally larger and more elaborately detailed than the earlier simple cottages there replaced. Although influenced in their design by homes of Victoria in particular, due to the influx of migrants from the eastern states, houses in Perth tended to be constructed as single detached, or sometimes pairs of attached houses, rather than the extensive rows of terrace houses found in eastern Australia. Houses were generally single storey brick with corrugated iron roofs. Some more prestigious homes had slate or tiled roofs. Stucco decoration was popular as was wrought iron lace and timber fretwork.

Integrity/Authenticity

High level of integrity. Medium level of authenticity. Substantially intact.

Condition

Good

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Residence & Shop, Northbridge

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11509 Aberdeen Street Precinct

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The place forms an integral part of a group of residential/commercial buildings and contributes to the historic character of the area. The place reflects the expansion and development of residential and commercial buildings on the city fringes during the rapid population increase of the 1890s gold boom and the early years of the twentieth century. The single storey commercial building with attached residence forms part of an intact streetscape that contributes to the community's sense of place. The place is representative of a modest commercial building dating from the late nineteenth and early twentieth century.

Physical Description

Single storey residential building and shop with medium pitched hipped and gable roof. Shop front with parapet. Facade has lost original detail and is fully glazed.

History

In the early years of the Swan River colony the area to the north of Perth (now known as Northbridge) was low lying and swampy and was therefore settled more slowly than the better land closer to the river. It was also further from the river port and the main means of transport. Northbridge is an inner suburban area, named because it is just north of Perth across the railway bridge. It was approved as a suburb name in 1982. In 1854 some of the swampy land to the north of Perth was drained producing some fertile land for farming and later subdivision. the land was subdivided into allotments circa 1860. Land in the area was taken up by discharged soldiers, artisans and small landholders. The area at this period was characterised by small cottages and businesses. In 1881, they railway from Fremantle to Guildford was opened and became the main transport route. From that period commerce and trade tended to be more fashionable with smaller commercial enterprises and manufacturing to the north. It was less fashionable to live north of the railway line, however the area was close to the city and during the 1890's and early 1900's was substantially redeveloped with further subdivision of lots and mixed residential and commercial development. A number of trade and community organisations had their origins in the area at this time. Over the years the population of the area changed as people relocated to suburban areas of the city. As a result, Northbridge became the home for successive migrant communities for example, communities including Greek, Italian, Chinese and more recently Vietnamese migrants have settled here as property remained relatively cheap and had the advantage of being close to the city. These communities have over the years given this area a distinctive character, generally recycling the existing buildings rather than redeveloping the area. (Extracted from M. Pitt Morrison and J. White in C.T. Stannage, A New History of Western Australia; U.W.A. 1981 and Michael Bosworth, Thematic Historical framework, City of Perth Unpub. 1995). The homes built in Perth in the 1890's and early 1900's were generally larger and more elaborately detailed than the earlier simple cottages there replaced. Although influenced in their design by homes of Victoria in particular, due to the influx of migrants from the eastern states, houses in Perth tended to be constructed as single detached, or sometimes pairs of attached houses, rather than the extensive rows of terrace houses found in eastern Australia. Houses were generally single storey brick with corrugated iron roofs. Some more prestigious homes had slate or tiled roofs. Stucco decoration was popular as was wrought iron lace and timber fretwork.

Integrity/Authenticity

Low level of integrity. Low level of authenticity as the form is intact but it is substantially altered from original detail.

Condition

Fair

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West Australian School of Art, Design & Media

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15858 Northbridge Precinct

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Three Cottages, 56, 58 60 Aberdeen Street, Northbridge

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The buildings are in a fair condition and have retained their cultural integrity due to the integration of the original cottages into a larger dwelling. (1991) The three cottages are in poor to fair condition. Most windows have been boarded over and some brickwork has been repaired. The structural members require inspection. All the joinery, mortar joints, roofs and the verandah supports need repair. Interior access was restricted. (1996)

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Three Cottages

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15858 Northbridge Precinct

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The place has interest as a well detailed Federation Queen Anne style of residential building. The place forms an integral part of a group of residential buildings and contributes to the historic character of the area. The place reflects colonial urban residential settings prior to the gold rush period. The place reflects the expansion and development of residential and commercial buildings on the city fringes during the rapid population increase if the 1890s gold boom and the early years of the twentieth century.

Physical Description

Modest three cottages with solid walls and steep hip roofs with a basic 4 room layout. They have lathe and plaster ceilings and small paved double hung windows. The additions made just prior to the turn of the century provided the basic cottages with a more prestigious front. The additional rooms are high with moulded skirtings and architrave's, cornices and simpler double hung windows. At some stage the front walls were tuck pointed. For more detailed discussions on the Physical Evidence refer to Ronald Bodycoat, Architect, ‘Three Cottages, Aberdeen Street, Northbridge’ prepared for the Ministry for Planning in December 1997 and revised in September 2001, following their restoration in 2000.

History

No. 62, originally a c1860s worker's cottage which was extended and refurbished in the late 1890s. The place had a succession of residents over the decades. No. 64, originally a c1860s worker's cottage which was extended and refurbished in the 1890s. The place had a succession of residents over the decades. During the early 1900s, Mr Ah Moy operated a greengrocers from the premises, possibly from a building on the site that no longer exists. The place was a lodging house during the 1920s, 1930s and 1940s. No. 66, originally a c1860s worker's cottage which had a succession of residents over the years. It was extended and refurbished in the late 1890s. During the early decades of the twentieth century, residents included an auctioneer, a nurse, and various residents of Chinese descent, including Mr Bor Daerping, a Chinese herbalist. The archaeological examination and study carried out by the Centre for Archaeology at University of Western Australian in 1993 records that Henry Gibbs held title to the land at the time of his death in 1897 at which point his family subdivided the land. The characteristics of the simple cottages - the standard and layout of the houses, and the level and detail of decorative elements - indicate a working class use of the site. The additions of the late 1890s, probably after 1897, in the Victorian architectural style then in vogue for small residential buildings in Perth, were applied in the same general character to the front of all Three Cottages, improving the standard of accommodation and upgrading their presentation to the street environment in accordance with regulations and social expectations then in place. Archaeological evidence has established that the structure, now lost, which originally filled the gap between Cottages at 64 & 66 Aberdeen Street, was constructed about the time of subdivision in 1897; that structure is recorded as being demolished in 1950. Two of the Cottages were in residential use until the 1960s when they are recorded as being abandoned; the third was occupied until 1982. Since then, all Three Cottages were in a dilapidated state until they were fully restored by the EPRA. They are now used as professional offices.

Integrity/Authenticity

Medium authenticity. Buildings have been restored.

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62 - Fair, 64 - Good, 66 - Good

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15858 Northbridge Precinct

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The place forms a part of a group of residential buildings and contributes to the historic character of the area. The place reflects the expansion and development of residential and commercial buildings on the city fringes during the rapid population increase of the 1890's gold boom and the early years of the twentieth century. The place represents the changing demographic character of the city fringe of Perth as expansion of transport services enabled the more well-to-do members of society to move further afield to newly developed suburbs.

Physical Description

Single storey brick house with hipped corrugated iron roof and gables to front and east side. Walls have been painted. Face brick chimney with rendered cornice. During the early 2000s the house was renovated and is the mirror to the building next door at No. 70. The two lots have a common driveway and off-street parking area and are not separated by a boundary fence.

History

In the early years of the Swan River colony the area to the north of Perth (now known as Northbridge) was low lying and swampy and was therefore settled more slowly than the better land closer to the river. It was also further from the river port and the main means of transport. Northbridge is an inner suburban area, named because it is just north of Perth across the railway bridge. It was approved as a suburb name in 1982. In 1854 some of the swampy land to the north of Perth was drained producing some fertile land for farming and later subdivision. the land was subdivided into allotments circa 1860. Land in the area was taken up by discharged soldiers, artisans and small landholders. The area at this period was characterised by small cottages and businesses. In 1881, they railway from Fremantle to Guildford was opened and became the main transport route. From that period commerce and trade tended to focus more fashionable with smaller commercial enterprises and manufacturing to the north. It was less fashionable to live north of the railway line, however the area was close to the city and during the 1890's and early 1900's was substantially redeveloped with further subdivision of lots and mixed residential and commercial development. A number of trade and community organisations had their origins in the area at this time. Over the years the population of the area changed as people relocated to suburban areas of the city. As a result, Northbridge became the home for successive migrant communities. for example, communities including Greek, Italian, Chinese and more recently Vietnamese migrants have settled here as property remained relatively cheap and had the advantage of being close to the city. These communities have over the years given this area a distinctive character, generally recycling the existing buildings rather than redeveloping the area. (Extracted from M. Pitt Morrison and J. White in C.T. Stannage, A New History of Western Australia; U.W.A. 1981 and Michael Bosworth, Thematic Historical framework, City of Perth Unpub. 1995).

Integrity/Authenticity

Medium level of integrity. Verandahs have been replaced, windows altered, face brickwork altered. Decorative timber elements have been replaced.

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Pair of Shops with Houses (fmr), Northbridge

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15858 Northbridge Precinct

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The place forms a part of a group of residential buildings and contributes to the historic character of the area. The place reflects the expansion and development of residential and commercial buildings on the city fringes during the rapid population increase of the 1890's gold boom and the early years of the twentieth century. The place represents the changing demographic character of the city fringe of Perth as expansion of transport services enabled the more well-to-do members of society to move further afield to newly developed suburbs.

Physical Description

Single storey brick house with hipped corrugated iron roof and gables to front and east side. Walls have been painted. Face brick chimney with rendered cornice. During the early 2000s the house was renovated and is the mirror to the building next door at No. 68. The two lots have a common driveway and off-street parking area and are not separated by a boundary fence. A two-storey building used for commercial purposes was built adjacent to the house in 2006. In 2001 the house at No. 74 was demolished and a pedestrian walkway was created to access the resumed land over the now Graham Farmer Freeway.

History

In the early years of the Swan River colony the area to the north of Perth (now known as Northbridge) was low lying and swampy and was therefore settled more slowly than the better land closer to the river. It was also further from the river port and the main means of transport. Northbridge is an inner suburban area, named because it is just north of Perth across the railway bridge. It was approved as a suburb name in 1982. In 1854 some of the swampy land to the north of Perth was drained producing some fertile land for farming and later subdivision. the land was subdivided into allotments circa 1860. Land in the area was taken up by discharged soldiers, artisans and small landholders. The area at this period was characterised by small cottages and businesses. In 1881, they railway from Fremantle to Guildford was opened and became the main transport route. From that period commerce and trade tended to focus more fashionable with smaller commercial enterprises and manufacturing to the north. It was less fashionable to live north of the railway line, however the area was close to the city and during the 1890's and early 1900's was substantially redeveloped with further subdivision of lots and mixed residential and commercial development. A number of trade and community organisations had their origins in the area at this time. Over the years the population of the area changed as people relocated to suburban areas of the city. As a result, Northbridge became the home for successive migrant communities. for example, communities including Greek, Italian, Chinese and more recently Vietnamese migrants have settled here as property remained relatively cheap and had the advantage of being close to the city. These communities have over the years given this area a distinctive character, generally recycling the existing buildings rather than redeveloping the area. (Extracted from M. Pitt Morrison and J. White in C.T. Stannage, A New History of Western Australia; U.W.A. 1981 and Michael Bosworth, Thematic Historical framework, City of Perth Unpub. 1995). Post office directories for No. 70 indicate various people have occupied the place, possibly since the late 1890s, however, further research is needed to clarify this. For some years, single names are listed for the place, at other times it operated as a boarding house. For example, in 1924 Madame Stephano, a masseuse, and Mrs Helena Stevens, are listed. In 1929 it is listed as a lodging house run by Mrs R. F. Buckley.

Integrity/Authenticity

Medium level authenticity. Verandahs have been replaced, windows altered, face brickwork altered. Decorative timber elements have been replaced.

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15858 Northbridge Precinct

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Aberdeen Hotel & St Johns Building

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15858 Northbridge Precinct

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The place has aesthetic significance as a finely detailed Victorian Italianate style example of a commercial building as displayed in the Aberdeen Hotel and the Federation Free Style of the St John's Building. The place makes a positive contribution to the streetscape. The place has historic significance as it reflects the expansion and development of residential and commercial buildings on the city fringes during the rapid population increase of the 1890’s gold boom and the early years of the twentieth century. The place is representative as an example of a commercial building dating from the late nineteenth and early twentieth century. The Aberdeen Hotel is a well-known local hotel and a popular social venue which has been operating continuously since 1886.

Physical Description

Two storey commercial building with large openings to street facade. Distinguished by wide loggia balcony pilasters, pediments at parapet with masonry balustrade.

History

A hotel and stables are recorded on this site from at least 1890, when a Mr W. Love was the owner. Since that time, the hotel has had several name changes. In 1900 it is listed as the Cosmopolitan Hotel; in 1910 the Union Hotel, then the Red Lion Hotel in 1940. The place was subsequently renamed the Aberdeen Hotel. In 1886 a hotel and stables were recorded in the rate book, where the house was previously recorded. John Jones, a brewer, leased the hotel for five years. In 1891 N. Routledge leased the property for ten years. A two-storey building was built next to the hotel in 1892 and was known as Balcony House and was eventually part of the hotel complex. The lease changed hands after N. Routledge and in 1897 the hotel was noted as the Cosmopolitan in the rates book. In 1898 buildings were constructed around the hotel. In 1901 works to the hotel’s bar and accommodation rooms were approved. In 1904 Friedrich J.L.T Schruth acquired the shop and house on the west side of the hotel. Friedrich Schruth had previously owned the Royal Hotel in Wellington Street. The family owned and leased the hotel which changed its name in 1905 to the Union Hotel. After his death, the licensees changed a few times, however the Schruth family became the licensee again with Heinrich Schruth taking over from 1917 to 1927. Changes in licensees often occurred at this time due to the high cost. Further alterations were carried out in 1922 which incorporated the shop and building adjacent to the hotel. The colonnades were also built on the ground and first floors at this time. In the 1950s the name changed to the Red Lion hotel and further internal changes occurred in the subsequent decades. In the 1980s the hotel became an important place for Perth’s gay and lesbian community to meet and socialise. Stages were set up at the venue for entertainment during this time. The hotel was acquired by the Main Roads Department in 1996, along with a number of other properties along the length of the proposed Northbridge Tunnel development.

Integrity/Authenticity

Medium level of authenticity. Largely intact some restoration and adaptation.

Condition

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15858 Northbridge Precinct

Statement of Significance

The place is of aesthetic significance as an integral component of a group of residential buildings representing the pattern of settlement in Perth from the late nineteenth to early twentieth centuries. The place is a representative example of a residential property in Perth dating from the late nineteenth century to early twentieth century. The place represents the changing character of the Perth community from the gold rush settlement period to the period of settlement by various ethnic communities, to the present. The place is of historic significance e because it reflects the way of lie of the working people of Perth in the late nineteenth and early twentieth century.

Physical Description

Single storey residential building with medium pitched hipped and gable roof. Verandah has separate roof and is partially enclosed, tall rendered chimneys with corbelling. House set in attractive gardens.

History

In the early years of the Swan River colony the area to the north of Perth (now known as Northbridge) was low lying and swampy and was therefore settled more slowly than the better land closer to the river. It was also further from the river port and the main means of transport. Northbridge is an inner suburban area, named because it is just north of Perth across the railway bridge. It was approved as a suburb name in 1982. In 1854 some of the swampy land to the north of Perth was drained producing some fertile land for farming and later subdivision. The land was subdivided into allotments circa 1860. Land in the area was taken up by discharged soldiers, artisans and small landholders. The area at this period was characterised by small cottages and businesses. In 1881, the railway from Fremantle to Guildford was opened and became the main transport route. From that period commerce and trade tended to be more fashionable with smaller commercial enterprises and manufacturing to the north. It was less fashionable to live north of the railway line, however the area was close to the city and during the 1890's and early 1900's was substantially redeveloped with further subdivision of lots and mixed residential and commercial development. A number of trade and community organisations had their origins in the area at this time. Over the years the population of the area changed as people relocated to suburban areas of the city. As a result, Northbridge became the home for successive migrant communities. for example, communities including Greek, Italian, Chinese and more recently Vietnamese migrants have settled here as property remained relatively cheap and had the advantage of being close to the city. These communities have over the years given this area a distinctive character, generally recycling the existing buildings rather than redeveloping the area. (Extracted from M. Pitt Morrison and J. White in C.T. Stannage, A New History of Western Australia; U.W.A. 1981 and Michael Bosworth, Thematic Historical framework, City of Perth Unpub. 1995). The homes built in Perth the 1890's and early 1900's were generally larger and more elaborately detailed than the earlier simple cottages there replaced. Although influenced in their design by homes of Victoria in particular, due to the influx of migrants from the eastern states, houses in Perth tended to be constructed as single detached, or sometimes pairs of attached houses, rather than the extensive rows of terrace houses found in eastern Australia. Houses were generally single storey brick with corrugated iron roofs. Some more prestigious homes had slate or tiled roofs. Stucco decoration was popular as was wrought iron lace and timber fretwork.

Integrity/Authenticity

Substantially intact

Condition

Good

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Statement of Significance

The place reflects the expansion and development of residential and commercial buildings on the city fringes during the rapid population increase of the 1890s gold boom and the early years of the twentieth century. The place represents the changing demographic character of the city fringe of Perth as expansion of transport services enabled the more well to do members of society to move further afield to newly developed suburbs. The place represents the changing character of the local community from the typically heterogeneous population of the gold boom of the 1890s to the increasing concentration of ethnic minorities in the course of the twentieth century. The place is representative as an example of a modest residential building dating from the late nineteenth and early twentieth century.

Physical Description

Single storey brick building with hipped corrugated iron roof and gable to the front. Verandah to front is partially enclosed in fibro sheet. Iron pallisade fence partially intact. Rendered chimneys with cornices.

History

The history of the occupancy of this house and site is unclear. A number of names of people are listed for the house and/or other dwellings in the vicinity which may have been located between No. 90 and the hotel, or behind. Research into the hotel may shed some light on this site, as a Water and Sewerage map for 1950 suggests the hotel had been extended over land next to No. 90. In 1900, No. 90 appears to have been the residence of William Burns, part owner of the bakery, Brown and Burns, which is listed at No. 84. This may have been located behind the house. In 1904, Lee Jones is listed for No. 90, then J. Clarke in 1924 and 1929. Mr Duffy, a plumber, is listed for 1935/36 and 1949. Edward Letch is listed at No. 88 in 1893, 1897, 1900 and 1904. In 1910 there is a listing for a No. 86, as a bonded stores. It may have been sometime after, c1904 that the hotel was extended.

Integrity/Authenticity

Medium level of integrity. Medium level of authenticity as it is substantially intact, but has been modified.

Condition

Fair

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Statement of Significance

The place has some interest as a modestly detailed Federation Queen Anne style of residential building. The place reflects the expansion and development of residential and commercial buildings on the city fringes during the rapid population increase of the 1890's gold boom and the early years of the twentieth century. The place represents the changing demographic character of the city fringe of Perth as expansion of transport services enabled the more well-to-do members of society to move further afield to newly developed suburbs. The place represents the changing character of the local community from the typically heterogeneous population of the gold boom of the 1890's to the increasing concentration of ethnic minorities in the course of the twentieth century. The place is representative as an example of a modest residential building dating from the late nineteenth and early twentieth century.

Physical Description

Single storey residence with hipped corrugated iron roof and gable to front. Distinguished by prominent chimney and quoining to front facade. Verandah and windows modified from original.

History

In the early years of the Swan River colony the area to the north of Perth (now known as Northbridge) was low lying and swampy and was therefore settled more slowly than the better land closer to the river. It was also further from the river port and the main means of transport. Northbridge is an inner suburban area, named because it is just north of Perth across the railway bridge. It was approved as a suburb name in 1982. In 1854 some of the swampy land to the north of Perth was drained producing some fertile land for farming and later subdivision. The land was subdivided into allotments circa 1860. Land in the area was taken up by discharged soldiers, artisans and small landholders. The area at this period was characterised by small cottages and businesses. In 1881, the railway from Fremantle to Guildford was opened and became the main transport route. From that period commerce and trade tended to be more fashionable with smaller commercial enterprises and manufacturing to the north. It was less fashionable to live north of the railway line, however the area was close to the city and during the 1890's and early 1900's was substantially redeveloped with further subdivision of lots and mixed residential and commercial development. A number of trade and community organisations had their origins in the area at this time. Over the years the population of the area changed as people relocated to suburban areas of the city. As a result, Northbridge became the home for successive migrant communities. for example, communities including Greek, Italian, Chinese and more recently Vietnamese migrants have settled here as property remained relatively cheap and had the advantage of being close to the city. These communities have over the years given this area a distinctive character, generally recycling the existing buildings rather than redeveloping the area. (Extracted from M. Pitt Morrison and J. White in C.T. Stannage, A New History of Western Australia; U.W.A. 1981 and Michael Bosworth, Thematic Historical framework, City of Perth Unpub. 1995). The homes built in Perth the 1890's and early 1900's were generally larger and more elaborately detailed than the earlier simple cottages there replaced. Although influenced in their design by homes of Victoria in particular, due to the influx of migrants from the eastern states, houses in Perth tended to be constructed as single detached, or sometimes pairs of attached houses, rather than the extensive rows of terrace houses found in eastern Australia. Houses were generally single storey brick with corrugated iron roofs. Some more prestigious homes had slate or tiled roofs. Stucco decoration was popular as was wrought iron lace and timber fretwork. The West Australian 11 Feb 1920 notes that this property was being sold by auction along with No. 94. The advertisement notes that the brick villa contains five good main rooms, vestibule, maid’s room, kitchen. It adjoins No. 94 by a joint right of way. In 1902 James Gill advertised his work of gravel driveways, paths and carriage drives; asphalt tennis courts, lawns, turfed and concrete cricket pitches, wood paved stables, drainage from this property. There were several people listed at the property in the early twentieth century.

Integrity/Authenticity

Medium level of integrity. Medium level of authenticity as it is largely intact with some modifications to verandah and other details.

Condition

Good

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The place has historic significance as a commercial premises operating in Northbridge since 1897. It has historic significance as the location of The Re Store, founded in 1936, and for its associations with the Re family who provided European food and goods to the Post-WWII migrant population.

Physical Description

Single storey Federation Free Classical building.

History

The area to the north of Perth (now known as Northbridge) was valued by the Whadjuk Nyoongar for its low lying and swampy lakes system, which provided abundant resources. After colonisation, this land was not settled as quickly as drier areas on the ridge of Perth. In 1854 some of the swampy land to the north of Perth was drained producing fertile land for farming. As the population grew during the convict era of the 1850s the land was subdivided into allotments circa 1860 and taken up by discharged soldiers, artisans and small landholders. The area at this period was characterised by small cottages and businesses. In 1881 the railway from Fremantle to Guildford was opened and became the main transport route. From that period commerce and trade tended to focus on smaller commercial enterprises and manufacturing to the north. It was less fashionable to live north of the railway line, however the area was close to the city and during the 1890s and early 1900s was substantially redeveloped with further subdivision of lots and mixed residential and commercial development. This was an immediate response to the tripling of the State’s population in the recent decade due to the gold boom, and a pressing demand for affordable accommodation. A number of trade and community organisations had their origins in the area at this time. Over the years the population of the area changed as people relocated to suburban areas of the city. As a result, Northbridge became the home for successive migrant communities. for example, communities including Greek, Italian, Chinese and more recently Vietnamese migrants have settled here as property remained relatively cheap and had the advantage of being close to the city. These communities have over the years given this area a distinctive character, generally recycling the existing buildings rather than redeveloping the area. Northbridge, named because it is just north of Perth across the railway bridge, was approved as a suburb name in 1982. The row of five shops on the corner of Lake and Aberdeen Street was originally numbered 111-119. The Post Office Directory lists them for the first time in 1897. Numbering changed in 1908 to the present-day 105-113. The Re Store was located on the corner No. 105-107 from 1936. The business was founded in 1936 by John Re, the son of a Sicilian immigrant and grocer, who had stores in Fremantle and James Street, Northbridge. At the height of the Depression, Mr. Re pawned his wife Maria’s engagement ring in order to purchase the building in Northbridge. After WWII and the influx of migrants from Italy, The Re Store became a home away from home for them, making available Italian foods, books and magazines. John’s insight and ambition saw him expanding their product range and as a result their business grew. The Re group established European Foods Wholesalers and supplied a burgeoning hospitality industry in Perth, importing cheeses, pasta, olive oil, chocolates and many more interesting products from all over Europe. John Re began roasting coffee under the brand Braziliano. He designed the artwork and the logo himself. To this day Braziliano coffee can be found in cafes and restaurants around Perth and is one of the largest coffee roasters in Perth. A second Re Store location was opened in West Perth in 1955, relocating to Leederville in 1974. The Northbridge store is now located opposite the original site at 72 Lake Street. Today both stores are still operating by descendants of John Re. The Re Store is most often cited as the originator of the continental roll (‘the conti roll’), and the Re Store is considered a Perth institution. (See Re Store Family History for early photos of 105-113 Aberdeen Street. https://the-re-store.com.au/family-history/)Historical photographs show that the shops had re-entrant doors, tiled from the ground to windowsill height, which was low. The Metropolitan Water Supply Survey plan dated 1949 shows the re-entrant door, and a verandah along the front and around the corner. At that time, No. 105 did not wrap around the corner along Lake Street, as it does today, connecting to the adjacent building. There was access to the rear from Lake Street to a long-galvanised iron structure. As at 2021, the building appears to be vacant. The street fronts have been heavily modified, and there have been additions to the Lake Street and Aberdeen Street ends of the original building. The parapet conceals the roof. The moulded detail delineating each shop remains the same as 1930s photographs, and the awning features pressed tin lining. There is potential for restoration of the Federation Free Classical style building.

Integrity/Authenticity

Medium authenticity.

Condition

Fair - Good

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