Local Government
Wongan-Ballidu
Region
Wheatbelt
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Location
Cnr Fenton & Mitchell St Wongan Hills
Location Details
Other Name(s)
Police Station (fmr)
Construction Date
Demolition Year
N/AStatutory Heritage Listings
| Type | Status | Date | Documents | More information |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (no listings) |
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 | 17 Sep 1998 | Category 5 |
Category 5 |
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Statement of Significance
The site has associations with the beginnings of law and order in Wongan Hills.
History
The first gaol in Wongan Hills was built by Mr Gammal, and the Police Officer from Goomalling was the only officer in the district, visiting at regular intervals and as required. The horse paddocks were located behind the gaol. The horse trough has been relocated to the park in Fenton St.
Condition
Site
References
| Ref ID No | Ref Name | Ref Source | Ref Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| "Wongan Ballidu Heritage Walk ". | Brochure | 1996 | |
| ACKLAND RRB ; "Wongan Ballidu Pioneering Days ". | Shire of Wongan-Balidu | 1965 |
Place Type
Historic Site
Uses
| Epoch | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Present Use | GOVERNMENTAL | Gaol |
| Original Use | GOVERNMENTAL | Gaol |
| Other Use | GOVERNMENTAL | Other |
Historic Themes
| General | Specific |
|---|---|
| SOCIAL & CIVIC ACTIVITIES | Law & order |
Creation Date
06 Oct 1998Publish place record online (inHerit):
ApprovedLast Update
01 Jul 2020Disclaimer
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