Local Government
Cottesloe
Region
Metropolitan
1 Gibney St Cottesloe
Cnr Warton St
Home Fremantle Hosp Mosman Pk Annexe
Ministering Childrens' League Convalescent
Cottesloe
Metropolitan
Constructed from 1897, Constructed from 1984
| Type | Status | Date | Documents |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage Agreement | YES | 10 Oct 2021 | HCWebsite.Listing+ListingDocument |
| Heritage List | YES | 27 Jul 2015 | |
| State Register | Registered | 14 Jul 2000 | HCWebsite.Listing+ListingDocument, HCWebsite.Listing+ListingDocument |
| Type | Status | Date | Documents |
|---|---|---|---|
| (no listings) |
| Type | Status | Date | Grading/Management | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Category | ||||
| Aboriginal Heritage Sites Register | Recorded | |||
| Classified by the National Trust | Classified | 11 Jun 2001 | ||
| Register of the National Estate | Permanent | 26 Oct 1999 | ||
| Municipal Inventory | Adopted | 30 Sep 1995 | Category 1 | |
A remarkable and imposing collection of buildings with considerable landscape and architectural value. Social and cultural significance in relation to the formation of charitable Institutions in this state and the personages involved.
1995 Comment: Considerable historic, social and aesthetic importance. A prominent landmark. A sprawling single and two-storey inter-connecting collection of buildings which have been sympathetically restored to conform to a rather eclectic Queen Anne style favoured during the Gold Boom years. The stone and iron-roofed buildings have attractive wooden verandahs with valances and crossed beams. Some verandahs are enclosed. Brick string courses contrast with the stone blocks which are either smooth-faced or pillow and of various sizes and shapes, adding texture and interest to the building. The south-facing and first section has an attractive large arched window surmounted with (smaller stone/bricks?) down to the strings. The gables are half-timbered. The corner tower has round windows in its facets with decorative mouldings. Unfortunately it is crowned with a small pyramidal roof replacing the original tall witch's hat. Additional Comment: On the State Heritage Register. Reason for Inclusion 1. The place is of higher-order local cultural heritage significance, being classified as Category 1 in the Town’s Municipal Inventory (MI). 2. The place is also heritage classified on the State Register of Heritage Places. 3. The place contributes to the character and amenity of the street, locality and overall district.
The Ministering Children's League was a world-wide organisation founded by the Countess of Meath in England. The original concept was based on a popular book published in 1854 which encouraged children to care for those in need. In 1891 the Cottesloe branch of the League was inaugurated by Mrs Marion Holmes and land was subsequently granted by the government for the erection of the home opposite the beach on the comer of Warton Street. In 1896 the foundation stone was laid and in 1897 the first stage of the convalescent home, the male ward, was completed. Subsequent additions for women patients were made in 1901 and in 1909 another substantial section facing the ocean was added. Unfortunately the original witch's hat on the tower has been replaced by a less imposing and squat roof. In 1942 the military took over the building, then it reopened in 1946. The word "Children" was dropped from the title and in WWII it was known as the Ministering League Convalescent Home or M.L.C. The government purchased the home in ...?. The Church of England became Trustees, and the organisation became known as the Meath Ministering League Anglican Homes Incorporated. The building has also been known as the Fremantle Hospital Annexe. In 1984 "Weame" a hostel for the aged was opened. Interim Listing on Register of Heritage Places - 24 March, 2000 Entered in the Register of HertitagePlaces on a permanent basis -14 July, 2000 11-06-2001 Classified and entered in the National Trust's List of Classified Places
Integrity only fair Modifications various additions over the years
Good
| Name | Type | Year From | Year To |
|---|---|---|---|
| Percy William Harrison | Architect | - | - |
| Ref ID No | Ref Name | Ref Source | Ref Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| AHC; "The Heritage of Western Australia: The illustrated Register of the National Estate." | 1989 | ||
| Marchant James R; "The Meath Story". | |||
| Battye J. S; "The Cyclopaedia of Western Australia". Vol 2 p.115-6 | 1912 | ||
| Marchant James R; "Heritage of Pines.". pp. 71-72, 112, 114 | 1977 |
| Library Id | Title | Medium | Year Of Publication |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4719 | Wearne Hostel : conservation plan. | Heritage Study {Cons'n Plan} | 2000 |
| 11587 | Wearne Hostel, Cottesloe : conservation management strategy | Heritage Study {Other} | 2017 |
| 4419 | The Meath story: a history of the Ministering Children's League and the Cottesloe Convalescent Home. | Book | 1982 |
Individual Building or Group
| Epoch | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Present Use | HEALTH | Hospital |
| Original Use | HEALTH | Other |
| Style |
|---|
| Federation Queen Anne |
| Type | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Wall | TIMBER | Weatherboard |
| Roof | METAL | Corrugated Iron |
| General | Specific |
|---|---|
| OUTSIDE INFLUENCES | Depression & boom |
| SOCIAL & CIVIC ACTIVITIES | Institutions |
| SOCIAL & CIVIC ACTIVITIES | Community services & utilities |
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