Local Government
Toodyay
Region
Avon Arc
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Location
94 Stirling Tce Toodyay
Location Details
GPS: 0449522 6509118
Other Name(s)
Roman Catholic School Fmr
Construction Date
Constructed from 1870
Demolition Year
N/AStatutory Heritage Listings
| Type | Status | Date | Documents | More information |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage List | Adopted | 01 Dec 2012 |
Heritage Council Decisions and Deliberations
| Type | Status | Date | Documents |
|---|---|---|---|
| (no listings) |
Other Heritage Listings and Surveys
| Type | Status | Date | Grading/Management | More information | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Category | Description | ||||
| Municipal Inventory | Adopted | 27 Aug 1998 | Category 2 |
Category 2 |
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| Classified by the National Trust | Recorded | 07 Jun 1977 |
|
Heritage Council | |
Statement of Significance
The place has historic value for its associations with William George Leeder, a leading identity in the development and community life of Toodyay.
The place is also valued for its associations with the Sisters of Mercy and Catholic education in Toodyay. The place has aesthetic value for its contribution to the streetscape of Stirling Terrace.
Physical Description
Single storey structure to street elevation and double height to the rear. Painted brick construction with iron roof and tall brick chimneys. Verandah with timber posts.
History
In 1871 William George Leeder took over as manager of Connor's Freemasons Hotel and in 1875 leased the Newcastle Hotel until 1877 when he bought it. W.G. Leeder was a Toodyay Roads Board member and Mayor of Newcastle. After the Sisters of Mercy arrived in Toodyay in 1884 they purchased this property from W.G. Leeder. This building was the Catholic school, run by the Sisters of mercy until 1902.
Integrity/Authenticity
Integrity: Medium-High
Authenticity: Medium-High
Condition
Good
Place Type
Individual Building or Group
Uses
| Epoch | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Original Use | RESIDENTIAL | Single storey residence |
| Other Use | EDUCATIONAL | Primary School |
| Present Use | RESIDENTIAL | Single storey residence |
Architectural Styles
| Style |
|---|
| Victorian Georgian |
Construction Materials
| Type | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Wall | BRICK | Common Brick |
| Roof | METAL | Corrugated Iron |
Historic Themes
| General | Specific |
|---|---|
| DEMOGRAPHIC SETTLEMENT & MOBILITY | Settlements |
Creation Date
04 May 1989Publish place record online (inHerit):
ApprovedLast Update
19 Apr 2021Disclaimer
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