Local Government
Wyndham-East Kimberley
Region
Kimberley
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Location
O'Donnell St Wyndham Port
Location Details
Other Name(s)
K-Aus Bed & Breakfast Accommodation
Construction Date
Constructed from 1914
Demolition Year
N/AStatutory Heritage Listings
| Type | Status | Date | Documents | More information |
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| (no listings) |
Heritage Council Decisions and Deliberations
| Type | Status | Date | Documents |
|---|---|---|---|
| RHP - To be assessed | Current | 29 Jul 2005 |
Other Heritage Listings and Surveys
| Type | Status | Date | Grading/Management | More information | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Category | Description | ||||
| Municipal Inventory | Adopted | 20 Feb 1997 |
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Statement of Significance
The Postmaster's Residence (now alongside the Post Office) was moved in 1922 from its original site to Wyndham Port. Before it became the postmaster's residence it served as a radio telegraph station established in 1914. The station provided an important communication link for shipping, especially in war time. Later the minerals around the station interferred with the signals so it was decided to close the station. The telegraph station was moved to Broome but the house remained until its removal in 1922.
Both historically and scientifically, the building's value lies in its age, architectural features and its setting. Aesthetically it is immensly appealing. As a former postmaster's residence it is linked historically and socially to the old post office. The building forms an integral link with the historic port precinct as a whole. Today it is used as tourist accommodation for the visitors touring the Wyndham district.
Physical Description
This building has undergone some changes both in structure and use. Early photographs indicate the building has not altered significantly, although all external wooden shutters have gone. Additional interior walls have been added to create more accommodation. Because the basic integrity of the building is still iiitact, the building still retains the charm of early nineteenth century government building techniques.
Today the building stands as a guest house surrounded by verandahs on both sides. The house overlooks the Cambridge Gulf and a well maintained garden and lawns further enhance the house. It is painted yellow and green, has pot plants hanging from the eaves and a table and chairs on the verandah make for relaxing living. The paths are made of stones collected locally. The house is in excellent condition, and the overall impression is one of being loved and cared for.
Integrity/Authenticity
Integrity: Quite a bit.
Condition
Very Good
Place Type
Individual Building or Group
Uses
| Epoch | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Present Use | COMMERCIAL | Other |
| Transport\Communications | Comms: Housing or Quarters | |
| Original Use | Transport\Communications | Comms: Post or Telegraph Office |
Creation Date
14 Nov 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.