Local Government
Quairading
Region
Wheatbelt
There no heritage location found in the Google fusion table.
Location
Heal St Quairading
Location Details
Other Name(s)
Bert Eaton's Shop
Quairading Rural Traders
Construction Date
Constructed from 1920
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 | 18 Apr 1996 | Category 3 |
Category 3 |
|
Statement of Significance
The place demonstrates associations with pioneers and the settlement of the Quairading area. The businesses that have been conducted from the place reflect the development phases of the region. The place demonstrates an architectural aesthetic of significance. It contributes to the main-streetscape of Quairading.
Physical Description
The shop front has the original brass glazing fittings in place and a row of lead light stained glass panels above the shop windows. The roof is a gable fronted parapet with a skillion verandah over the pavement supported by square timber columns. The roof is corrugated iron.
History
Albert Eaton took up 100 acres at "Nulyeening" in 1892. - He continued to live with his parents who lived at Youngedin outpost where his father was the mounted constable. In 1898, he settled on his land with his wife and children, and left to work on the Kalgoorlie pipeline. In 1902 he took up more land and settled permanently. During the war years (WW1), Bert was Kimberley Forrest's driver and mechanic at Cubbine. By 1928 Bert was selling cars and trucks, selling 16 cars and 14 trucks in 1928, although by 1930, he only sold 1 car, with no other sale until 1935.
Integrity/Authenticity
Integrity: Intact or redeemable
Authenticity: Medium degree
Condition
Very Good
References
| Ref ID No | Ref Name | Ref Source | Ref Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eaton F; "The Golden Grain and the Silver Fleece, A History of Quairading 1859-1930". | Shire of Quairading | 1979 |
Place Type
Individual Building or Group
Uses
| Epoch | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Present Use | COMMERCIAL | Shop\Retail Store {single} |
| Original Use | COMMERCIAL | Shop\Retail Store {single} |
Construction Materials
| Type | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Wall | TIMBER | Other Timber |
| Roof | OTHER | Other Material |
Historic Themes
| General | Specific |
|---|---|
| OCCUPATIONS | Commercial & service industries |
Creation Date
10 Jan 1997Publish place record online (inHerit):
ApprovedLast Update
01 Jan 2017Disclaimer
This information is provided voluntarily as a public service. The information provided is made available in good faith and is derived from sources believed to be reliable and accurate. However, the information is provided solely on the basis that readers will be responsible for making their own assessment of the matters discussed herein and are advised to verify all relevant representations, statements and information.