Local Government
Augusta/Margaret River
Region
South West
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Location
110 Blackwood Av Augusta
Location Details
Cnr Bussell Hwy
Construction Date
Constructed from 1913
Demolition Year
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Parent Place or Precinct
26144 Sites of Significant Houses Dating from the Development of the Augusta Township
Statement of Significance
Mrs Eatts’ cottage was an early Augusta house, built by Herbert Eatt in 1913, and remained in the family for many years. A plaque has been placed on the brick post on the north boundary of the house as a reminder of the Brennan family and of Patience Eatts.
The original House stood on what is now Lot 42 of Lot 161 Blackwood Ave. It was closely located to a large stump and old weeping willow tree. The site is significant as it represents a prominent location of one of the most influential families in the history of Augusta.
History
The Eatts property originally consisted of the whole of Lot 161, now subdivided. Herbert Horrice Eatt, built the house known as Mrs Eatts’ cottage in approx. 1913. John Brennan was the father of Patience Eatt, Herberts wife. The Brennan family were one of the first families to settle in Augusta, when the district was really staring to develop. John Brennan was elected to the Augusta District Road Board in 1891, and the family was associated with other well-known families of the time – Higgins, Ellis and McDowell. The Brennans were also familiar with the Davies family. Patience Eatt stayed on living at the house.
Condition
Historic Plaque at Entrance
References
| Ref ID No | Ref Name | Ref Source | Ref Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gail Cresswell;"The Light of the Leeuwin". | Margaret River | 1989 | |
| Augusta Historical Society;"Nomination Form". |
Place Type
Historic Site
Uses
| Epoch | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Original Use | RESIDENTIAL | Single storey residence |
| Present Use | RESIDENTIAL | Single storey residence |
Historic Themes
| General | Specific |
|---|---|
| PEOPLE | Early settlers |
Creation Date
04 Nov 1996Publish place record online (inHerit):
ApprovedLast Update
21 May 2019Disclaimer
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