Local Government
Nungarin
Region
Wheatbelt
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Location
Merredin-Goomalling Rd Nungarin
Location Details
Construction Date
Constructed from 1911
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 Nov 1999 | Category 3 |
Category 3 |
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Statement of Significance
The Nungarin Railway crane has historic significance as an acknowledgment of the role played by W.A.G.R. in the development of the town, and as one of the few remaining connections with the railway station.
Physical Description
The crane is mounted on a turntable set into a concrete block. It has a double reduction drive, and is in working order. The main support bears the words:
Frodingham Iron & Steel Co. Ltd England The arm of the crane has a BHP marking, and the inscription:
Max Load 50 cwt
History
Although it is not known when the crane was installed, it was in use until the station was closed on 30th June 1973.
Place Type
Historic site
Uses
| Epoch | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Original Use | Transport\Communications | Rail: Other |
Construction Materials
| Type | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Other | METAL | Other Metal |
Historic Themes
| General | Specific |
|---|---|
| TRANSPORT & COMMUNICATIONS | Rail & light rail transport |
Creation Date
23 Jul 2012Publish 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.