Local Government
Busselton
Region
South West
Busselton
Busselton
South West
Constructed from 1920
| Type | Status | Date | Documents |
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| (no listings) |
| Type | Status | Date | Documents |
|---|---|---|---|
| RHP - Does not warrant assessment | Current | 11 Oct 2019 |
| Type | Status | Date | Grading/Management | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Category | ||||
| Municipal Inventory | Adopted | 20 Jun 1996 | Category 5 | |
The Busselton to August railway route has cultural heritage significance for its historic value in the early 20th century development of the district Its opening provided a boost to the local industries as this meant that local traders had means of exchanging goods with their counterparts in other regions.
This site encompasses the route from Busselton to Augusta by rail. However, the line is no longer in use.
The line was established in the early 20th century and was an important means of transport until road transport improved and became competitive. The rail link assisted in allowing industry to develop and to provide the community with a better standard of living.
Other Built Type
| Epoch | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Present Use | VACANT\UNUSED | Vacant\Unused |
| Original Use | Transport\Communications | Rail: Other |
| General | Specific |
|---|---|
| TRANSPORT & COMMUNICATIONS | Rail & light rail transport |
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