Local Government
Boddington
Region
Peel
Location
'Cloverglen', Farmers Av Boddington
Location Details
Construction Date
Constructed from 1872
Demolition Year
N/AStatutory Heritage Listings
| Type | Status | Date | Documents | More information |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage List | Adopted | 16 Dec 2014 |
Heritage Council Decisions and Deliberations
| Type | Status | Date | Documents |
|---|---|---|---|
| RHP - To be assessed | Current | 23 Mar 2007 |
Other Heritage Listings and Surveys
| Type | Status | Date | Grading/Management | More information | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Category | Description | ||||
| Municipal Inventory | Adopted | 01 Jun 2011 | A |
A |
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| Municipal Inventory | Adopted | 18 Jul 2001 | 1 |
1 |
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Parent Place or Precinct
Statement of Significance
The Homestead stands to signify the importance of the long standing Farmer family, who have continued to retain the property and live and work in the district of Boddington. There are original interior elements in the home which indicate historical and cultural significance. Specifically, a table and chair setting made from jarrah, with tapered legs, a mantel piece, and a dresser.
Physical Description
Typical of colonial architecture, as entries into the home are by
veranda and rooms are located in each corner of the house.
History
This was the second residence to be built by the Farmer family. Eliza and Thomas Farmer built the residents with the help of father, George Hancock.
Whilst constructing the home, the biggest flood in Boddington's history occurred. This significantly impacted on the building work, so it had to be rebuild using brick that was fired on site.
The homestead was inherited by their son Thomas, and partner Henrietta, who previously lived at Wayside cottage. The Farmer family continued to live in the homestead until 1999. The previous residents lived in the home for 12 years. They have chosen to live in town for family reasons. However, they still continue to use the home.
References
| Ref ID No | Ref Name | Ref Source | Ref Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| C. R. Farmer | |||
| Western Australian Heritage Council | |||
| Municipal Heritage Inventory | 2000 | ||
| J Ferrell;"Becoming Boddington". |