Local Government
Corrigin
Region
Wheatbelt
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Location
Walton St Corrigin
Location Details
Construction Date
Constructed from 1912
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 | 19 Mar 1997 | Category 5 |
Category 5 |
|
Parent Place or Precinct
Statement of Significance
The place represents a way of life no longer practised. It represents the earliest days of Corrigin's existance, and has associations with pioneers of Corrigin.
History
The 4 axe cuts in the 2 large trees near the existing oil
depots, were made by Jack Lindsay, one of the first blacksmiths in the district. He had come from
Scotland with his parents and uncle, Robert McAndrew. Settlers used to meet at this site known as
"Corrigin reserve", when travelling to Goyder"s for their mail. It became a popular spot to shoe a
horse and do business. Lindsay's father was also a blacksmith. Through the early years until 1942,
Jack Lindsay was the Master of Ceremonies for dances, weddings and social functions. In 1971 a
plaque was erected to mark the site, and unveiled at a ceremony to commemorate those who made
the history of the district.
Condition
Site
References
| Ref ID No | Ref Name | Ref Source | Ref Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haig R; "Corrigin Pioneering Days and Beyond". | Shire of Corrigin | 1982 |
Place Type
Historic Site
Uses
| Epoch | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Original Use | FARMING\PASTORAL | Blacksmith's Shop |
| Present Use | VACANT\UNUSED | Vacant\Unused |
Historic Themes
| General | Specific |
|---|---|
| DEMOGRAPHIC SETTLEMENT & MOBILITY | Settlements |
| OCCUPATIONS | Rural industry & market gardening |
Creation Date
12 Jun 1997Publish place record online (inHerit):
ApprovedLast Update
01 Jan 2017Disclaimer
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