Bridge 0352, Great Southern Highway

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• The place is an demonstration of the widespread use of timber as a structural material in the early twentieth century.
• The place is associated with the growth of regional infrastructure in the early twentieth century.

Physical Description

Bridge 352, Great Southern Highway is a double lane timber, steel and concrete road bridge spanning a minor waterway southeast of Katanning. The bridge is approximately 19.2 m long, 8.8 m wide and sits approximately 1.3 m above the gully bed. The trestle bridge consists of a three spans constructed along a northwest-southeast axis. The bridge abutments consist of concrete and masonry rubble wing walls topped with a thin concrete render. The original bridge deck consists of sawn timber planks that are still visible from beneath the bridge, set onto a series of round timber log stringers. Chamfered stringers then rest on short round timber log corbels, which in turn rest on dressed timber beam halfcaps bolted to round timber log piles. These piles are low enough to the river bed that no cross racing is required. The piers on the northeast face are unevenly spaced, indicating they are later additions to the structure. The end stringers rest on a dressed timber halfcaps set into each abutment. The outer edges of the span are protected by galvanised steel plates.

History

The economic policies of the Western Australian government during the 1920s can be described as broadly expansionist, in particular agricultural and pastoral expansion. However, these policies suffered severe contraction due to droughts and the effects of the Great Depression. At the end of the 1920s and into the early 1930s, the government responded in a number of ways, including stimulating the building market and investing in the expansion of industrial development such as the mining industry or capital works projects such as dams, sewerage, clearing and roads. The development of roads became particularly important as families migrated to Perth seeking work, resulting in rapid urbanisation. The Main Roads Board was established in 1926, taking over some of the responsibilities of the Public Works Department. The board was re-established as the Main Roads Department in 1930. Main Roads became an active part of the state’s response to the economic crisis, providing short-term work for unemployed on a variety of infrastructure projects, even while struggling to cut costs and staff within their own structure. These works included road works and bridgeworks, with a focus on the southwest of the state.

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Katanning Meatworks

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Uffcott (fmr)

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The residence at 5 Hassell Street has historic and social significance, being an early residence built by a well-known identity in Katanning, Dr Holland, and subsequent owners, Edward and Sarah Gilbert.

Physical Description

Substantial Federation Bungalow of brick and tile set in mature grounds. Brick chimneys and hipped broken back roof with spreading verandah with timber posts. New tiled roof added in 1990s. Original picket fence firstly replaced by wire mesh and steel fence, then in October 2000 a colourbond fence was constructed.

History

In 1913, Dr Holland and Dr House purchased Lot 58 to build a maternity hospital. However, disagreement between the doctors resulted in Dr Holland taking over the land and building his house. (Dr House went on to build Coleraine Maternity Hospital - refer A2626) Edward and Sarah Gilbert purchased the house from Dr Holland and named it "Uffcott" after Sarah's mother's hometown in the UK. In 1936, Mr Gilbert, who was responsible for opening the first chemist shop (1905), died (aged 44). In 1936, "Uffcott" was then sold to Mrs Jessie Sandwell (nee Cheetham), for her parents to live in when they left Datatine farm to come into town. After Mr Cheetham died, Mrs Cheetham continued to live at "Uffcott" with her companion, Mrs Williams. When Mrs Cheetham died, Jessie rented out the house for the next 30 years or so, until both herself and her husband, Albeit James (Jim) moved into the house after leaving their farm "Orana". The Sandwell's grand-daughter, Mrs Leisha Wood now lives in the house.

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Katanning District Hospital

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• The place demonstrates the development of hospitals in regional areas of Western Australia during the inter-war period.
• The place contains representative examples of buildings in the Inter-War Bungalow style applied to health service
• The place has social value to the local and wider regional communities as a place that has provided continuous medical and hospital services since its construction in 1925

Physical Description

The main buildings of the campus are laid out orthogonally but do not align to the block or strict cardinal directions. The current angled arrangement is the result of the original 1925 layout of the campus in which the Male and Female Wards were angled to form an arc around the central Administration building. An extension to the Male Ward in 1960 maintained the same orientation, as did subsequent extensions in 1975 and 2001 after the original Administration and Female Wards were demolished. The Workshop (1925) (fmr Isolation Ward), Beasey House (fmr Nurses Quarters), and houses along Elizabeth Street are all aligned with the cadastral boundaries. All buildings are made of brick, with tile or profiled metal roofs. The newer buildings have exposed red or cream brick and the older buildings have painted brick. Most open spaces are sparsely grass covered and there are a large number of native and endemic trees and plantings across the site. Plantings around the main entry are exotics. The entrance gates remain the original gates from 1925, though one half is a reconstruction.

History

In June 1889, the Great Southern Railway, built on the land-grant principle, was opened to traffic. At Katanning in that year, there were two stores, a private residence, the Katanning Hotel, and some timber buildings in the course of erection. On 20 November 1890, it was announced that the West Australian Land Company had declared a portion of Kojonup Locations 255 and 256 as a Townsite, and a number of the lots were sold in 1891. Katanning developed gradually after the flourmill was built in 1891, encouraging further development in the district and in the town. In 1892, the Road Board was proclaimed. By 1894, Katanning was beginning to establish itself as a centre on the Great Southern Railway. In the late 1890s, major buildings erected included the Mechanics’ Institute (1896) and St Andrew’s Anglican Church (1898). In 1901, a new two-storey store of brick construction, was built in Clive Street, indicative of the gradual ‘spread of the town from the existing apex of Austral Terrace.

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Kobeelya, Katanning

Statement of Significance

Constructed for prominent West Australian F Piesse, this complex of buildings is significant in their use as a family home and girl's school. The main building is a rare and substantial Queen Anne style residence in a regional area.

Physical Description

Kobeelya, Katanning comprises Kobeelya House, a substantial two storey residence designed in the Federation Queen Anne style (1902), a Coach House (1902), a Chapel (1939) and associated buildings including classroom blocks, and dining room set in landscaped grounds in a prominent position overlooking the township of Katanning, with an avenue of trees leading up the place.

History

The place was built in 1902 as the Piesse family residence until 1922, when it was sold to the Anglican Church and re-established as a girl's school. The school closed in 1975 and is currently run by the Bapist Union of WA as a variety of solcial and religious functions.

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Kobeelya was the first significant residence in the town of Katanning, and one of the most up-to-date in the state. It has high social value as it was built for the Piesse family, an important pioneering family in the Great Southern, who were instrumental in the development of Katanning. In its heyday the house entertained and accommodated many important people. It was a prominent landmark when first constructed and had high aesthetic value.

Physical Description

Late-Victorian Italianate style mansion, typical of those constructed for the wealthy at this time. The building is an asymmetrical two-storey design, constructed from brick and corrugated iron, with stucco dressings, pilasters and panels. A second story was added to southeast side of the building (evidenced by different coloured bricks) and later the upstairs verandah with fibro sheeting. In 2001 extensive renovations and conservation was carried out with fire stairs being added and further alterations and additions to the house in January 2002. Most of the outhouses still exist and have been converted into educational/dining facilities. The roof height is complex with a combination of half-timbered gables, a tower over the entry and tall chimneys. Verandahs have been filled in. The gardens are mostly grass with palms, cypresses and eucalypts with a gravel drive. The interior is much altered.

History

Kobeelya was erected for F H Piesse in 1902, as the family's private residence and built to overlook their property and the town. The name, suggested by Sir John Forrest, is an aboriginal word, which means "place of sleep and rest". It originally contained seventeen rooms; bathrooms with hot and cold running water, in-door toilets (septic), seven bedrooms and billiard and ball rooms. The house is typical of the period with its gabled roof, wide verandahs, many chimneys, bay windows, stained glass windows and side panels, ornate plaster work and polished jarrah floors. The Piesse family crest is featured in the arched stained glass window on the main staircase landing. Kobeelya was also connected to electricity. The bricks were made at the Piesse brickyards. When the house was completed, there was still the road leading to its entrance which needed developing to Clive Street. However, rather than waiting for the Road Board to do this, Piesse hired "eight men for three weeks to gravel and level it, so that with a fringe of plane trees, it became one of the best roads in the district, and his own personal avenue". [Bignell, p.205]. In January 1915, a large portion of the Kobeelya Estate was subdivided into building blocks (the Kobeelya Orchard Estate), which were quickly purchased. Kobeelya passed out of the hands of the Piesse family in 1922, when it was bought by the Bunbury diocese of the Anglican Church for £5000. The interior furnishings were sold and the building became the boarding house and schoolrooms of Kobeelya College. This school for girls was opened on 14th September 1922 and was later associated with Penrhos College in Como. Many of the original outbuildings, such as the coach house, were converted into educational facilities and other amenities. A chapel was also erected on the eastern side in 1939. A fairly unique feature of the school was that the girls were able to keep their own horses at the school. In 1986 the Baptist Church purchased the site for use as a weekend retreat and education/conference facility. The church itself is also located on the site, in the former dining hall for the Kobeelya School. The Kobeelya site also houses a building called the "Coach House". It was first built to house the coaches belonging to the Piesse family. When the property was converted into a school and started to expand the coach house proved to be a valuable asset. The loft was used for storage of the boarders cases and only a privileged few could climb the loft. The bottom story of the Coach House was used as servants quarters when the Piesse's resided at Kobeelya. Major renovations began in 1964 at which time the loft was transformed into a sitting room for senior girls. The "Coach House" was also renovated incorporating TV Theatrette, Arts and Crafts Centre and Classrooms. Refashioning and equipping this building was a gift from Mrs Montague Balston in memory of her daughter - a former pupil. A bronze plaque was also placed. Mrs H.E. House donated a radio gram. In 1980, the common room moved into the downstairs dormitories and the Coach House was used as a general store room. The building was later used for Sunday School classes. The Kobeelya Girls Association (ex pupils) now house archives and memorabilia from the Kobeelya Girls School in the Coach House. A conservation plan was completed on the building and a Lotterywest grant has enabled the re-roofing of the building to be completed.

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Indinup

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• 07078 Wilgermar Estate

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• 07078 Wilgermar Estate

Statement of Significance

Indinup has historical and social significance, being one of the earliest properties established in the Katanning district. The Grover family was a significant family in Katanning, contributing much to the early settlement and development of the area and the town. It is now the home of the Wilson family.

Physical Description

Tree-lined gravel entry road with pines and eucalypts, leading to a collection of buildings making up the homestead. English garden wall bond brickwork, double hung sash windows, symmetrical front elevation and stop chamfered posts to verandah. There are pressed metal ceilings and concrete verandah floor. Front rooms are in symmetrical bays either side of the panelled and side light entry. Iron and wire fences around garden of lawn, pines, native plantings together with exotics.

History

The homestead of Indinup, originally known as Springfield, was the second house to be built on the Grover property. It was designed for the growing Grover family, who were an important farming family in Katanning, having owned the land since about 1866. Indinup is the Aboriginal name for the site. In 1948 Indinup was split into three, part of it being sold to the War Service and Land Settlement and the properties of Indinup, Wilgemar and Perleninup were established. Eventually this land was sold back to the family, where it has remained ever since. Extensive rebuilding and renovations took place in 2001.

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Wilgermar Estate

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07077 Indinup

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Wilgermar has high social significance in that it was the residence of an important family in Katanning, the Grovers, and illustrates the growth of the family and changing demands on the residence. William Grover was the second policeman to be stationed at Police Pools.

Physical Description

Originally a wattle and daub building with a wooden floor and thatched roof, this was replaced by a brick dwelling. Wilgermar has natural soaks which still supply the families water today.

History

Springfield as it was originally known, was settled in 1865/66 by the Grover family. The name of the property was soon changed to 'Indinup'. The original home was burnt down and a second home 'Indinup' was built catering for the growing Grover family. In the late 1940's, the property was sold to the Soldier Land Settlement and leased back, thus keeping it in the family name. In 1948 the property was split into three separate properties, "Indinup", retained by Alan, eldest son of Marian Grover and Tom Wilson. "Perleninup" was taken up by Archibald Wilson, the youngest son. "Wilgermar" was granted to Earnest O'Donnell Grover. The property has since been passed on to Lynne and Bill Coleman (Lynne being the great granddaughter of William and Bridget Grover. The name "Wilgermar" is derived from the names of William Grover's three children -William, Gertrude and Martin.

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Bridge 0647, Kojonup-Pingrup Rd, Katanning

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• The place is a modest example of a timber road bridge constructed using sustenance labour, which also demonstrates an innovative technique used during this era.
• The place has some historic value for its associations with the commencement of bulk grain handling in the Great Southern.

Physical Description

Bridge 0627 is a two span timber bridge at 4.6m long and spanning 3.66m, located over Dort Creek, Katanning. The bridge is consturcted from timber with a bitumen seal. In 1991, a concrete overlay was applied to the service.

History

Wagyl Kaip and the Southern Noongar region refers to the Ganeang, Goreng and Minang language groups. The region includes the towns of Boyup Brook, Walpole, Denmark, Mt Barker, Cranbrook, Broomehill, Tambellup, Katanning, and Albany. The area is contains a number of significant Aboriginal sites including the Stirling Ranges. The Southern Noongar lived a hunter-gatherer lifestyle across the region until the British arrived in the 1820s-30s. Noongar people were displaced from their traditional lands and conflict continued throughout the nineteenth-century. The Great Southern Region extends from the Shires of Woodanilling and Kojonup in the northwest to Ravensthorpe in the east, and extends along the south coast from Nornalup Inlet to Oldfield River Estuary. More than half the population of the region live in greater Albany, with Katanning, Denmark and Mount Barker also having relatively large populations. Albany is a significant regional centre and serves as one of the State’s major ports. Land use across the region is mixed use farming, largely wheat and sheep, though other crops and industries are also important including barley and canola, manufacturing, vineyards, tourism, mining and timber.

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St Ives

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Statement of Significance

The Stevens' were important members of the business community of Katanning, being associated with the very successful local businesses - Rogers Ltd. The house is also a good example of 1920s residential architecture, and so has both aesthetic and social significance.

Physical Description

The house is a single storey brick dwelling with a green metal split pitch roof, double verandah posts on brick columns, timber double hung sash windows, concrete lintel shown on the door and window - the front door being made of jarrah and containing a fanlight and side light. The lower walls have been rendered and painted.

History

St Ives was built in 1926 by Mr Arthur A Stevens and his wife Anne M Stevens. Stevens worked for Mr W J Rogers as the Managing Director of Roger's Ltd. Stevens retired and left Katanning in 1965.

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Katanning Swimming Pool

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Statement of Significance

The Katanning Swimming Pool was a significant pool at its time of construction, both in size and technology and unusual in that not many pools were built inland. It was comparable to some of the best pools in the Eastern States as well as in Europe. It provided the people of Katanning with another area of recreation and social activity, especially with the development of the Katanning Swimming Club, which competed with other country swimming clubs.

Physical Description

A concrete pool, 100ft long and 36ft wide with a shallow end of 4ft and deep end of 9fit 6in. The pool had concrete steps and an iron ladder and the deep end was secured from children by wooden fencing. There was a high dive as well as a springboard and a frog shaped fountain. The area was landscaped with lawn trees and concrete approaches. It is regarded as the first inland pool and was the first in the state to be operated scientifically. The buildings are utilitarian treated in Post-war Functionalist style.

History

The swimming pool was installed in the Katanning Park (the site of the original showgrounds) by the then Katanning Road Board in 1938. The total cost was £3400. The money was raised with a loan from the Commonwealth Bank extending over 20 years. Messrs Wanke, Dale, Bowden and Synnott formed the Swimming Pool Sub-Committee. Work had commenced by March 1938, Mr Collingwood and Evans in charge of construction. The pool officially opened on Saturday 12th November 1938 with an attendance of about 900 people. This occasion was marked by the special demonstrations given by famous swimmers such as Percy Oliver, Dorothy Green, Ernie Hobbs and Bob Trend. The pool was the first scientifically operated and the first of its kind - in size and structure - in WA. The pool, made of concrete was 100ft long by 36ft wide and the depth of the pool varied from 4ft to 9ft 6in. Provision was made for children in a section referred to as "Mug's alley". Which was an area of the pool separated from the deep water by a wooden fence. An 18in parapet wall also prevented splashing. Filtration and Water Softening Pty. Ltd provided the filtration system. The wooden stand, which held the tank for the pool, was erected by Messrs Budd and Thomas (For £23/10/-) and was made from white gum timber. Water was provided by an underground bore, sunk by the Katanning Road Board in 1937. Other features of the pool area were the concrete approaches, buffalo lawn surrounds, a grove of well-shaped jam trees, a shop (run by Peter Alabach) and dressing rooms. The pool contained a springboard (donated by A Thomson), concrete steps, an iron ladder (at the deep end) and a high dive at the south end. There was also another special feature that of "Flip" the frog, which was created by the supervisor Collingwood out of concrete and with dress-button eyes. The frog sat at the edge of the pool "projecting a double stream of water through his nostrils". [GSH, 16/11/38,p. 4] Another pool, Olympic size, was constructed alongside the original pool in 1971.

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Residence

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A fair example of an early town residence, from the Federation period.

Physical Description

A Federation Bungalow with stretcher bond brick walls with stucco string courses, tin hoods, hipped and gabled roof with a verandah on two sides. The broken back roof extends over the verandah which has square timber posts and simple post brackets.

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Katanning Croquet Club

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Occupying the site since 1920, the dedicated and energetic members of the Katanning Croquet Club continue to provide a sporting facility for seniors and others interested in the sport.

History

On the 9th November 1920, a group of ladies met in Katanning Lands Office to discuss formation of a Croquet Club in conjunction with the recently formed Bowling Club. The Club was officially opened on 11th December 1920 by Mrs F.H. Piesse who loaned the mallets. The first President of the club was Mrs Gilbert-Jones. Over many years members were the wives of Bowlers (only men). In 1922 the club purchased its own mallets. When the Bowling Club moved to its present site, the Shire gave the Croquet Club extra land, fencing materials and the use of half of the club house. The Club now had to maintain its own greens. In 1970 a Jubilee Carnival was held. In 1990 the greens were reticulated using money from raised through loans and donations from club members. The premises were shared with a very active Thompson Park Tennis Club for some years. The 1990's saw a decline in the number of tennis club members and the club closed. In 2001 the premises were leased to the Katanning Playgroup. The Apex Club offered their services to help maintain the premises. In 2005 the Croquet Club was asked by the Shire to consider relocating. This was rejected and the club has now signed a five year extension to their lease.

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Bethshan Lodge including original Mitchell Cottage

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Very little of the original Mitchell cottage remains and many additions and modifications have been made to the remaining brick structure, which was built in bungalow style.

History

The site where Bethshan Lodge is now located was originally owned by FH Mitchell until 1907 and consisted of 5 acres. Mitchell built a cottage, planted an orchard and some pine trees and constructed a dam. In 1907 Mr King bought the property and added 4 brick rooms to the front of the cottage. In 1913 R L Richardson, of the Richardson & Co. Store, purchased the property. In 1915 the cottage was removed and given to the owner's daughter. Another 5 brick rooms were added as well as a bathroom. In 1928 the property was owned by E A Hassell, in whose name it remained until 1954. From the late 1930s it was used as a maternity hospital and run by Sister Halliday. In 1954, Hassell sold it and was bought by the Presbyterian Church with money for the aged named "Parkside". It is now know as "Bethshan Lodge", still a home for the aged and was run by the local community until the Uniting Church Aged Homes Board took control in 1989.

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Eticup Station (fmr)

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Police Pools memorial commemorates the first police camp in the Katanning district. Although nothing remains of the original cottage and stables, the site has high historical and social significance. The introduction of law enforcement in the newly settled area reflects race relations of the time. The aboriginals were seen as a threat by white people and had to be controlled by white laws in order for white settlements to succeed. The connection of police Pools to important early local identities also gives the site social significance.

Physical Description

Comments: Le. style, additional, modifications etc. A random rubble conglomerate stone cairn set on a concrete surround with four corner tapered concrete stanchions and tubular steel rails. The cairn has a bronze plaque. It is set in lightly wooded country alongside wetlands. In 2000 extensive beautification works were undertaken at Police Pools including the addition of walkways (broadwalks). This was completed as part of the "Work for the Dole" Scheme.

History

1958 (memorial) 1865 (Eticup Station) In the mid 1860's many woodcutters and sheep owners were working and settling in the district of Katanning. This early settlement did cause some friction with the local aboriginal groups who had always travelled through the area. A police presence was requested by the white settlers and in 1865 the first trooper was stationed at what became know as Eticup Station, located near a fresh water reserve. The first policeman was Terrance McKenna, and he proceeded to erect a slab, daub and thatch two-roomed cottage and stable for himself and his family. After only two years the McKenna family left Eticup Station, and Terrence left the force and settled on their own farming land. McKenna was replaced by William Grover, who also left the force, in 1869 to start farming. His property was known as Springfield (later divided up into the two properties of Indinup and Wilgermar). Trooper E.M Fahey was the third and final policeman at the Eticup Station, which closed in 1873, Fahey having been permanently transferred to Kojonup.

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Silver Band Hall

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Statement of Significance

This Silver Band Hall has significance in its relationship to a strong community group that developed in Katanning. It represents the importance of music in the district and the strength of community support for cultural events. There is no real architectural significance, nor is there any significance in its location as it has been moved from its original site of construction. The significance therefore lies in the people who used this hall, the Katanning Silver Band, and their effect on the social and cultural life of Katanning residents.

Physical Description

A single room timber frame weatherboard cladding structure, with double hung sash windows and framed ledge and braced doors. It has a gabled roof with replacement sheeting. Ramp and rail added 2001. The Katanning Historical Society removed the hall from its original location in Amherst Street to its present location in Richardson Street in 1986.

History

The Katanning Band formed around 1904, practising in the Fire Station, and its motto was "to pursue the excellence of good music and involve itself in the district and community it belongs to". [Noonan, p. 159] It eventually adopted its name of the Katanning Silver Band when it purchased new silver instruments in the 1920s. It was around this time that the band had enough funds to build their own purpose-built practise hall. Much of the band's success was due to the efforts of Archie Morrell, who was employed at the Katanning Stock & Trading Co. Many of the band members were also employers of the company. The band held many successful concerts and were an integral part of the cultural life of Katanning. The Silver Band Hall was originally located in Amherst Street, but when this land was sold the hall was moved to its present location by the Historical Society in 1986. It is now located near the museum (former government school).

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Dongolocking School Building

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Statement of Significance

Not only important for its historical value as being the last building of its era in continual use by the Education Department but because it will form the basis for storing and displaying Katanning Schools archives and memorabilia.

History

In 1945 the building was transported from Dongolocking School (Wagin Shire) and placed on the Katanning Primary School site. It was used as a classroom for many years. Since 1968 the building ahs had many uses. Converted to the Oslo Lunch Centre canteen for the Katanning Primary School then used for the housing of Educational Resources followed by use as an Aboriginal homework class and parent meeting room. There were negotiations between the Education Department, Katanning All Schools Archives Committee and Shire of Katanning which resulted in the relocation of the building to the Richardson Street site adjacent to the Silver Band Hall in 2003. Over the last two years work has been done to restore the building. This has been achieved through the Work For The Dole Program and the efforts of voluntary workers. A Conservation Plan was drawn up by Mr Ronald Bodycoat - Architect and a Lotterywest Grant was obtained for the re-roofing of the building.

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Salvation Army Citadel

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Over the years, the Katanning Salvation Army was a familiar driving force in the community. It's members provided care, compassion and assistance in times of crisis and to those in need.

History

The first Salvation Army meeting was held in the Town Hall in January 1893 under the leadership of Captain Ivey Smallbone and Lieutenant Edward Holman. Salvation Army officers covered wide areas often holding services in tents in outlying areas. Katanning Corps closed for a brief period in the 1900's and reopened in 1911 under the direction of Captain Frank Wan. The First building in Katanning was built near the town's flour mill. Bricks were imported from Eqypt and the roof was made of iron. A small room at the rear of the building provided living quarters. On 5th October 1926 the Army bought a block in Richardson Street to erect a hall. The Citadel was completed in 1928 and was opened by local member of parliament Alex Thompson. Church services and Sunday School for children were held regularly. In 1925 the Home League was established. 1928-1979 the Salvation Army Band was functional. Youth Group "Sunbeams" formed in later years. A Thrift shop for second hand furniture, clothes and general goods was conducted from the site. In 2004 due to the decline in members and continuing maintenance costs, the Salvation Army was forced to close its doors.

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J Squires, Wheelwright & Undertakers (fmr)

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The Funeral Directors has played an important social and historic role in Katanning, performing the necessary task, and traditionally being well known members of the local community.

Physical Description

A utilitarian hipped roof building with a stucco finished stepped parapet facade and awning. The style could be described as Inter-War Moderne. A corrugated iron bull-nosed verandah was added in January 2001.

History

The first recorded burial in Katanning was in 1894 (29 December) and the undertaker was M Lebad. Between 1901 and 1902, wheelwright and undertaker, J Squires came to Katanning, and on 17 May 1906 he opened an undertaking business in Clive Street in the Wesfarmers building. Squires' business operated until 1944 and he died the following year (aged 90). In 1984, B. D. Coventry and Sons bought out C E Courtis and Sons and are still trading as B.D. Coventry and Sons. Other undertakers have included: F. L. Kleeman (1906-1914) A. Read (1912-1920) H. Raymond (1921-1923) M. Dawson (7-1932) C. E. Courtis/C. E. Courtis and Sons (1937-1984) [21 Richardson Street]

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Aboriginal Evangelical Church, Katanning

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Hall used for members' activities such as functions, crafts, catering etc. It was used for Repertory Club productions and other social functions. A Kindergarten opened with a teacher employed from 2-4pm on Fridays. Church services and naturalisation ceremonies were also held in the hall and it was made available to other organisations for a nominal fee.

Physical Description

1934 - Brick hall with small kitchen at far end - lean-to added to North side. 1949 - Alteration to entrance - Stage erected at end of hall. 1956 - Extensive additions and alterations, building fenced and sewered. 1956 Additions and Alterations - Messers Hobbs, Winning and Leighton (WA Architects). Tenders called, 4,108 pounds accepted.

History

1934 C.W.A. purchased Rechabite Hall in Richardson Street and celebrated it's 4th birthday. 1956 Building committee set up and Building Fund commenced. Over the years the building has been altered and improved beyond recognition. 2003 C.W.A. closed due to lack of members - Shire of Katanning accepted management order. Now leased to the Katanning Aboriginal Evangelical Church.

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