Astronomical Observatory & wetland vegetation

Statement of Significance

Astronomical Observatory has cultural heritage significance for the following reasons:
it was the first observatory constructed by an amateur astronomical club in Western Australia and only such facility in the South West. Its location in a regional area is an imporant benefit to members and users.

Physical Description

The Astronomical Observatory is a small, single storey brick and concrete building with metal observatory dome, housing scientific instruments and telescope. The observatory building sits on a large concrete base.

Adjacent is an ablution block (1997) of double brick with zincalume roof.

History

The Astronomical Observatory was built in stages from 1986 to 1992 and was the first observatory constructed by an amateur astronomical club in Western Australia. It was built by the Observatory of Astronomical Society of South West Inc.

The small brick building with a domed roof, housing scientific instruments and a telescope, was built by Russel Wright under the supervision of Chris Tredget. The Bunbury Rotary Club was responsible for the addition of an ablution block in 1997.

Integrity/Authenticity

High degree of integrity (original intent clear, current use compatible, high long term sustainability).
High degree of authenticity with much original fabric remaining.
(These statements based on street survey only).

Condition

Condition assessed as good (assessed from streetscape survey only).

Uses

Creation Date

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