Local Government
Greater Geraldton
Region
Midwest
Location
171 Marine Tce Geraldton
Location Details
Other Name(s)
Geraldton Development Corporation
Construction Date
Constructed from 1938
Demolition Year
N/AStatutory Heritage Listings
| Type | Status | Date | Documents |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage List | Adopted | 15 Dec 2015 |
Heritage Council Decisions and Deliberations
| Type | Status | Date | Documents |
|---|---|---|---|
| RHP - To be assessed | Current | 28 May 2004 |
Other Heritage Listings and Surveys
| Type | Status | Date | Grading/Management | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Category | ||||
| Municipal Inventory | Adopted | 23 Jun 1998 | ||
| Art Deco Significant Bldg Survey | Completed | 30 Jun 1994 | ||
| Statewide Bank Survey | Completed | 01 Nov 1997 | ||
Parent Place or Precinct
15839 Marine Terrace Precinct
Values
The place has aesthetic value as it is a prominent feature of the landscape.
The place represents a good example of an Art Deco architecture.
Physical Description
‘The Art Deco style two storey office has a single storey section to the rear. The walls to the sides are random rubble stone and to the front the building has been rendered. The front façade features a tall parapet wall with curved decoration to each side. Vertical decorative banding emphasises the height of the building. The central entry door is recessed and has a box awning above. Windows are timber framed and double hung.’
History
‘The Commonwealth bank commenced operations in Geraldton in 1929.’ Probably in the local post office before the construction of its own premises. It is claimed that the Commonwealth bank building was built following the Depression of the 1930s but prior to the commencement of World War II.’ Mr Stan Gratte believes that the building was completed in 1938.’
Integrity/Authenticity
High
Condition
Good
Place Type
Individual Building or Group
Uses
| Epoch | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Original Use | COMMERCIAL | Bank |
| Present Use | COMMERCIAL | Office or Administration Bldg |
Architectural Styles
| Style |
|---|
| Inter-War Art Deco |
| Inter-War Stripped Classical |
Construction Materials
| Type | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Wall | RENDER | Smooth |
| Roof | METAL | Corrugated Iron |
Historic Themes
| General | Specific |
|---|---|
| OCCUPATIONS | Commercial & service industries |
Creation Date
18 Mar 1999Publish place record online (inHerit):
ApprovedLast Update
04 May 2022Disclaimer
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.