SITE OF STATE ENGINEERING WORKS

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22385 North Fremantle Precinct

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Site of State Engineering Works, demolished 1988, has historic significance as the main site for State structural and mechanical engineering for the port and harbour, and later the agricultural and mining industries. It has social significance as a major employer, particularly during the Depression and WWII; the site has possible archeological potential.

Physical Description

Demolished 1988. Land has been redeveloped and subdivided into residential lots.

History

Thompson Road was named for George Thompson (1838-1874), Fremantle's first town clerk (1871-73). The street is mainly residential, with some commercial development at the northern end between Alfred Road and McCabe Road. The majority of the houses were built c. 1900. Only a few lots on the street remained vacant in the 1920s. The State Engineering and Implement Works was one of a number of trading concerns established by the Scadden Labor Government in the early 1900s in a bid to stimulate the local economy. Over the years, the name was shortened to State Engineering Works. The State Engineering and Implement Works was established in 1912 and absorbed the existing Harbour Workshops, which had been operating under the Public Works Department at Rous Head since 1908. In 1912, the Harbour Works employed about 150 men, who were primarily engaged in fabricating floating plant for harbour use and custom made castings for water supply work. Work on the State Engineering and Harbour Works site at Rocky Bay commenced on 1 July 1913, on land previously quarried by the Public Works Department. Components for the works, which employed 618 men when it opened on 23 March 1914, came in via a rail spur line off Stirling Highway. The same line took finished products out for agricultural and other customers. The many shops of the Works included a foundry and steel fabrication, pattern making, woodworking, machining, fitting and blacksmithing departments. Staff also offered other services such as research, drawing and estimating. Description of Works under 1917 Trading Concerns Act: General engineering and jobbing work, manufacturing, sale of agricultural and farm machinery, accessories and spare parts; purchase and sale of imported agricultural and farming machinery and spare parts, oil, twine and general farming and agricultural sundries and the carrying on of any business appertaining or incidental to the above, including the purchase of stores and raw material required; establishing of Agencies, or Commissions, etc. In the 1920s and the 1930s, the Works manufactured equipment to replace overseas imports, such as oil engines, harvesters, seed drills, chaff cutters, binders and cultivators. They also made windmills, irrigation equipment and water well drilling machines. The Work's research department developed an improved version of the stump jump plough in 1926. (When the Government sold the patent to a private manufacturer the following year, there was a public outcry.) The Works drifted away from agricultural engineering and into structural and mechanical engineering. Government Departments such as State Shipping and the PWD and power generating authorities were major clients. They also did extensive work for private clients, being the only firm in WA capable of manufacturing steel castings. Men worked on 12 hour shifts during World War II, thanks to the needs of the Allied military forces. The Works fabricated bren gun carriers, submarine propeller shafts and floating docks, and made emergency repairs for hospitals, airfields and harbours. The rapid agricultural expansion following the war saw sustained demand for the Works' products continued. The Works were threatened by the 1959 Brand Coalition Government, which sought to curtail the Works' activities as part of its policy to remove government from enterprise. After it was realised that a similar service was not offered by the private sector, the Works remained opened, but not before some men lost their jobs. The Works continued to operate until the late 1980s, concentrating on supplying import replacements and manufacturing equipment for the mining industry. A new foundry was completed in 1981, but by this time, the other shops were outdated and inadequate. In 1983, the Works manufactured the famed secret winged keel for America's Cup challenger, Australia II. The Works closed in 1987 and the following year, the City of Fremantle rezoned the land from industrial to residential. The Government announced its plans to sell the site and accepted Jimwa's proposal for a staged residential development. By 1992, the site had been cleared of contaminants to the satisfaction of the authorities, and the first lots were auctioned in May of that year. The administration block, built in 1969 on the other side of Thompson Road, was to be converted for use as a community centre. According to a newspaper article, the developer undertook to upgrade the building and hand it over to Fremantle City Council. However, later it was claimed that it would be too costly to restore the building and the developers sought to swap it for the public open space on the foreshore (10% required under the terms of the development). The City of Fremantle refused this proposal and the building was subsequently demolished.

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The site has archeological potential.

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HOUSE (NOT EXTANT), 102 THOMPSON ROAD

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22385 North Fremantle Precinct

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RELOCATED - See Place record for Stringfellow's House, 3 Stirling Highway.

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Thompson Road was named for George Thompson (1838-1874), Fremantle's first town clerk (1871-73). The street is mainly residential, with some commercial development at the northern end between Alfred Road and McCabe Road. The majority of the houses were built c. 1900. Only a few lots on the street remained vacant in the 1920s. House, 102 Thompson Road was built c. 1913 by Burnett Stringfellow, who lived there from that time. Stringfellow was a blacksmith by trade, and work at the State Engineering Works. He also lectured at the Perth Technical College in the 1920s. He had three daughters with his first wife, Jane; namely Vera, Miriam and Nancy. Jane died circa 1927, and Burnett married Nora Ellen Hipper. The couple had a daughter, Jeanette. The place remained in the Stringfellow family until 1977. After this the cottage became used for rental accommodation and the surrounding area became more industrialised. An application to demolish the house in 1990 prompted the Timber House Group within the Planning Committee of the City of Fremantle to use the house as a test case for the ‘Innovative Timber Houses Recycling Project’. The project was jointly funded by the City of Fremantle and the State Government’s Homeswest and aimed to provide a solution to two problems - the increasing demolition of timber houses in Fremantle and the need to provide a variety of rental accommodation to clients of Homeswest. In 1991, a newspaper article described the relocation of the residence as the result of an arrangement between Fremantle Council and Homeswest, whereby the two organisations worked together to save the cottage, which had become surrounded by an industrial area, and relocate it to vacant Council land for use as low-income rental housing. The house was sawn in half for transport to the corner of Stirling Highway and Tydeman Road (3 Stirling Highway), approximately 1km away to the south, where it was to be rebuilt and restored by Homeswest. The Mayor of Fremantle, John Cattalini, opened the cottage on 30 May 1991. Present at the opening was Burnett Stringfellow’s daughter and two granddaughters. In 2004, the cottage is used as a residence and managed by the Department of Housing and Works.

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HOUSE (FMR DUPLEX), 13-15 THOMPSON RD

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10945 Thompson Road Precinct

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House, 13-15 Thompson Road, is a stone and iron single storey cottage (originally a duplex) dating from the 1890s. The place has aesthetic value for its contribution to the streetscape and the surrounding area. It is representative of the typical building stock located within the residential areas of North Fremantle. Historically significant as a representation of typical workers' houses in the North Fremantle area. The place is a simple example of the Victorian Georgian style of architecture.

Physical Description

Duplex (fmr) 13-15 Thompson Road is a single storey stone and iron cottage with symmetrical facade designed as a late example of the Victorian Georgian style of architecture. Walls are painted limestone with painted brick quoins and reveals. Roof is hipped corrugated iron with no eaves. Verandah is under separate corrugated iron roof. Verandah is supported by timber posts with a simple timber balustrade. Front elevation is symmetrical with a wide set of steps leading up to the verandah. The two original doors to each duplex remain. Windows are multipaned timber sash. The house is set well back from the street with large trees in the front garden and a low timber picket fence along the front boundary.

History

Thompson Road was named for George Thompson (1838-1874), Fremantle's first town clerk (1871-73). The street is mainly residential, with some commercial development at the northern end between Alfred Road and McCabe Road. The majority of the houses were built c. 1900. Only a few lots on the street remained vacant in the 1920s. Duplex, 13-15 Thompson Road was constructed at some time prior to 1897, when it appears on a map. Records indicate that Mr Gallin, a building contractor, owned part, or possibly all, of the duplex prior to 1914, when he sold the place to Mr. McLarty. A 1913 map shows 13-15 Thompson Road as a stone duplex, well set back from the street. In the early 1920s, the two duplex halves had separate owners, with the title of number 13 held by Florence McLarty and occupied by her husband, James McLarty, and presumably their family. Number 15 was owned and occupied by William Howe. While Howe had sold his place to William J. Brenton by 1924, the McLartys stayed on, and remained at the place until John McLarty’s death in the late 1950s. A 1939 diagram shows the duplex at 13-15 Thompson Road as being a duplex straddling two lots. There was a separate garage at the front of No. 13. Both duplexes had full length front verandahs and a single path led from the street to the centre of the building. Both duplex halves had paths and outbuildings to the rear. Harry Cole let number 13 from the Estate of James McLarty until the early 1960s. He later purchased the residence and his wife, Betty May Cole, was still in residence in 1974. The place was extensively altered in 1976 by its then owner, Mr Wannis. Renovations included re-roofing the duplex, and the removal of the interior dining room wall. In 2005, the duplex is a single residence. This place was included in the 'North Fremantle Heritage Study' (1994) as a place contributing to the development and heritage of North Fremantle. It was also included in the list of heritage places in the City of Fremantle identified by the Fremantle Society (1979/80) - RED -significant for contributing to the unique character of Fremantle.

Integrity/Authenticity

Medium degree of integrity (original intent clear, current use compatible, high long term sustainability, some alterations). Medium degree of authenticity with some loss of original fabric. (These statements based on street survey only).

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Condition assessed as good (assessed from streetscape survey only).

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A representative example of a vernacular form of housing - architecturally important for the character of the building.

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Twp single storied terrace houses now set well back from the street, but indicative of an established form for Victorian working-class housing - stone walls, colour washed, brick quoins, corrugated galvanised iron roofs, verandahs across the front, simple timber work to verandahs. Constructed in the 1870's, now converted to one house by the present owner.

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Assessment 1980 Construction 1970's

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HOUSE, 19 THOMPSON ROAD

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10945 Thompson Road Precinct

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House, 19 Thompson Road, is an altered weatherboard and iron single storey cottage dating from the Federation period (originally a duplex). The place has aesthetic value for its contribution to the streetscape and the surrounding area. It is representative of the typical building stock located within the residential areas of North Fremantle. Historically significant as a representation of typical workers' houses in the North Fremantle area.

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House, 19 Thompson Road, is a single storey weatherboard and iron cottage designed originally as a duplex. Walls are painted weatherboards. The roof is hipped corrugated iron with a prominent central rendered chimney. The verandah is under a separate corrugated iron roof. The verandah is supported by square timber posts with decorative timber brackets and a simple timber balustrade. The front elevation was originally symmetrical with two pairs of timber sash windows and the verandah wrapping around each side of the building. The rhs window is now double glazed doors. There is a paved parking area and a low limestone (new) and picket fence to the front boundary. Rear alterations are visible.

History

Thompson Road was named for George Thompson (1838-1874), Fremantle's first town clerk (1871-73). The street is mainly residential, with some commercial development at the northern end between Alfred Road and McCabe Road. The majority of the houses were built c. 1900. Only a few lots on the street remained vacant in the 1920s. House, 19 Thompson Road was built at some stage between 1913 and 1922. [It may have been built earlier than this (between 1904 and 1913) as a duplex on a narrow block. It is shown on a 1913 plan as a timber duplex with a front verandah wrapping the building to half length down both side elevations.] By 1921/22, 19 Thompson Road was recorded as being a six roomed timber house, owned and occupied by John A. Cameron. Cameron retained ownership until 1927/28, when title to the property passed to W J McKell. It is not clear if the original duplex was demolished and replaced, or converted to the large house. A 1939 diagram shows House, 19 Thompson Road as a single weatherboard dwelling nearly the full width of the block, with a full length front verandah wrapping around the house. The house is now a three bedroom home with formal lounge and big kitchen. This place was included in the 'North Fremantle Heritage Study' (1994) as a place contributing to the development and heritage of North Fremantle. It was also included in the list of heritage places in the City of Fremantle identified by the Fremantle Society (1979/80) - RED -significant for contributing to the unique character of Fremantle.

Integrity/Authenticity

Medium degree of integrity (original intent clear, current use compatible, high long term sustainability, some later unsympathetic materials). Medium degree of authenticity with some loss of original fabric. (These statements based on street survey only).

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Condition assessed as good (assessed from streetscape survey only).

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COMMUNITY CENTRE, 2 THOMPSON ROAD

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22385 North Fremantle Precinct

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The Community Centre has social significance to the local North Fremantle community. It has historic significance as the site of Chinese Market Gardens from 1898-1947.

Physical Description

The Community Centre is a face brick circular building with a fan shaped section off the west side. The roof is steel. The walls are painted brick. There are numerous glazed wall section and windows. As at 2016 a large portion of the site north of the community centre is given over to gardens. The Bowling Club is a salmon brick and terracotta tile rectangular building. The bowling green is located to the north. Aerial photos show that both buildings were constructed in the early 1960s. Beyond the club and community centre is Dedman Park (See separate entry) which comprises a children’s playground, a skate park, and a large grassed area.

History

The portion of Stirling Highway to the north of Queen Victoria Street was originally part of Perth Road. The area developed with mixed residential, commercial and industrial uses from the 1860s following the construction of the North Fremantle Traffic Bridge and the upgrading of Perth Road by convicts. The portion of Stirling Highway to the south of Queen Victoria Street was formerly called Bruce Street and was widened and renamed following the completion of Stirling Bridge in 1974. In 2005, the highway continues to have a mix of uses. The area between Harvest Road and 16 Thompson Road, and from Stirling Highway on the west through to Thompson Road was the site of Chinese Gardens from 1898, with Lee Man listed as the market gardener at that time. The Chinese Gardens were there until circa 1947. Dedman Park was established c1948 on the site of a former Chinese market garden. The land was vested in the City of Fremantle in 1956 (Reserve 24352) and extended in 1985 (Reserve 39041). The Bowling Club was established in the 1960s and the site was extended in the 1980s to accommodate the community centre.

Integrity/Authenticity

High degree of integrity (original intent clear, current use compatible, high long term sustainability). High degree of authenticity with much original fabric remaining. (These statements based on street survey only).

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Condition assessed as good (assessed from streetscape survey only).

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HOUSE, 20 THOMPSON ROAD

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10945 Thompson Road Precinct

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House, 20 Thompson Road, is a typical stone and iron single storey cottage dating from the 1890s. The place has aesthetic value for its contribution to the streetscape and the surrounding area. It is representative of the typical building stock located within the residential areas of North Fremantle. Historically significant as a representation of typical workers' houses in the North Fremantle area. The place is a simple example of the Victorian Georgian style of architecture.

Physical Description

House, 20 Thompson Road, is a single storey stone and iron cottage with originally a symmetrical facade designed as a late example of the Victorian Georgian style of architecture. Walls are limestone with tuckpointed brick quoins and reveals. The roof is hipped corrugated iron with no eaves. The verandah is under a separate bullnose corrugated iron roof, supported by chamfered timber posts with decorative iron brackets and frieze. The front elevation was symmetrical; now with a fibre cement sheet and glazed infill to one end. The front facade has two timber sash windows (one in the enclosed verandah room) and a central front door. There are two brick chimneys with rendered corbels. The verandah floor is at ground level and is concrete. There is a low brick wall to the front boundary. From the Hevron Street elevation, the side walls to the front section are limestone and walls to the rear rooms are tuck pointed red brick with rendered bands. There is a skillion roof to the rear, and a two storey section is visible, made possible by the ground sloping downwards.

History

Thompson Road was named for George Thompson (1838-1874), Fremantle's first town clerk (1871-73). The street is mainly residential, with some commercial development at the northern end between Alfred Road and McCabe Road. The majority of the houses were built c. 1900. Only a few lots on the street remained vacant in the 1920s. House, 20 Thompson Road was built in 1894 shortly after the land was subdivided by developers Frederick Mason and G.A. Davies. The four roomed timber cottage was owned and occupied by labourer, H. Harkins. D Hevron was listed as the owner and occupier of a three roomed cottage in 1895. [There is no indication in the record if there were two buildings on the lot, or if the house was recorded as having three/four rooms in one of these years.] A 1913 plan shows 20 Thompson Road as being a square timber house, with full length front and rear verandahs. Agnes and Dennis Hevron retained ownership of the property for a considerable number of years, although they moved out of the house in 1927/28 and subsequently leased it out to tenants. After Agnes' death, the property was purchased by Frederick Arthur Gray, and he lived there with his wife, Monica Alice until at least 1964. From 1974 until 2003/04, Kevin and Carol Dawn Coleman lived at 20 Thompson Road. A 1939 diagram shows House, 20 Thompson Road as being a large weatherboard house with a full length front verandah. A path led down the northern side of the house and around the back and extending into the back yard. This place was included in the 'North Fremantle Heritage Study' (1994) as a place contributing to the development and heritage of North Fremantle. It was also included in the list of heritage places in the City of Fremantle identified by the Fremantle Society (1979/80) - RED -significant for contributing to the unique character of Fremantle.

Integrity/Authenticity

Medium degree of integrity (original intent clear, current use compatible, high long term sustainability, some later unsympathetic materials). Medium degree of authenticity with some loss of original fabric. (These statements based on street survey only).

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Condition assessed as good (assessed from streetscape survey only).

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HOUSE, 21 THOMPSON ROAD

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22385 North Fremantle Precinct

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House, 21 Thompson Road, is an altered typical weatherboard and tile single storey cottage dating from the Federation period. The place has aesthetic value for its contribution to the streetscape and the surrounding area. It is representative of the typical building stock located within the residential areas of North Fremantle. Historically significant as a representation of typical workers' houses in the North Fremantle area.

Physical Description

House, 21 Thompson Road, is a single storey weatherboard and tile cottage with symmetrical facade constructed in the Federation period. Walls are painted weatherboards. Roof is hipped tiled with no eaves. The fully enclosed verandah is under a separate tiled roof. The enclosed verandah walls are weatherboard. There is a fibre cement single car garage constructed on the front boundary line with a roller door. There is a low limestone and timber picket fence to the front boundary and concrete steps leading up to the enclosed verandah, with an aluminium awning over the entry to the porch.

History

Thompson Road was named for George Thompson (1838-1874), Fremantle's first town clerk (1871-73). The street is mainly residential, with some commercial development at the northern end between Alfred Road and McCabe Road. The majority of the houses were built c. 1900. Only a few lots on the street remained vacant in the 1920s. House, 21 Thompson Road was constructed at some time between 1904 and 1922. In 1913, the house was recorded as being square in form, with full length front and rear verandahs. Circa 1922, ownership of the house passed to Albert James Holtham, marking the beginning of an extended association between the place and the Holtham family. Albert Holtham is recorded as owner and occupier of the residence until at least 1935. A 1939 diagram shows House, 21 Thompson Road as being a large weatherboard house occupying nearly the full width of the block. It had a full length front verandah and a centrally located path leading from the street to the front of the house. Paths were also located down the northern side boundary, to the rear of the house and down the back yard. By 1955 and until at least 1964, Ethel M. Holtham lived there. Ownership had passed to Jeffrey Brian O’Neill by 1974, and he remained there until at least 1982. In 2003/04, rate books recorded Allan Andrew Johnstone as the owner and occupier of 21 Thompson Road. This place was included in the 'North Fremantle Heritage Study' (1994) as a place contributing to the development and heritage of North Fremantle. It was also included in the list of heritage places in the City of Fremantle identified by the Fremantle Society (1979/80) - RED -significant for contributing to the unique character of Fremantle.

Integrity/Authenticity

Medium degree of integrity (original intent partially readable, current use compatible, high long term sustainability, some later unsympathetic alterations and materials). Medium degree of authenticity with some loss of original fabric. (These statements based on street survey only).

Condition

Condition assessed as good (assessed from streetscape survey only).

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HOUSE, 25 THOMPSON ROAD

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10945 Thompson Road Precinct

Statement of Significance

House, 25 Thompson Road, is a typical weatherboard and iron single storey cottage (with recent two storey addition) dating from the 1900s. The place has aesthetic value for its contribution to the streetscape and the surrounding area. It is representative of the typical building stock located within the residential areas of North Fremantle. Historically significant as a representation of typical workers' houses in the North Fremantle area.

Physical Description

House, 25 Thompson Road, is a single storey timber and iron cottage with asymmetrical facade constructed in the early 1900s. Walls are painted weatherboards in an ashlar effect (simulated stone profile). Roof is hipped corrugated iron with no eaves, and a tall brick chimney. There is a gable to the front protruding room with timber finial, with the separate bullnose corrugated iron verandah adjacent. The verandah is supported by turned timber posts with decorative timber frieze. There is a vertical timber balustrade to the verandah. There is a two storey unpainted timber and iron roofed addition to the rear.

History

Thompson Road was named for George Thompson (1838-1874), Fremantle's first town clerk (1871-73). The street is mainly residential, with some commercial development at the northern end between Alfred Road and McCabe Road. The majority of the houses were built c. 1900. Only a few lots on the street remained vacant in the 1920s. House, 25 Thompson Road was built at some stage between 1903 and 1921. A 1913 diagram shows a large timber house with a small set back from the street, and half-length front and rear verandahs. By 1921, the weatherboard house was owned and occupied by Robert Corkhill. However, he lived there for only a short time before leasing the place out to tenants. In 1924/25, ownership of the property passed to Elizabeth Kent. By 1928, her married name was Swift and Elizabeth and her husband lived at 25 Thompson Road until at least 1935. A 1939 diagram shows House, 25 Thompson Road as being a large weatherboard house with a half-length front verandah and full length rear verandah. Weatherboard outbuildings were located along the northern boundary fence of the back yard. At this time, it appears that an area of the back yard was fenced off from the house. Arthur Kent (possibly a relative of Elizabeth's) rented the house prior to 1955, at which time it was purchased by S.G.H.W. Kent, who took up residence there (again, possibly a relative of Elizabeth's). Some time before 1964, the place had been sold to Norman and Elsie Pirani. The place has had a couple of owners since that time. This place was included in the 'North Fremantle Heritage Study' (1994) as a place contributing to the development and heritage of North Fremantle. It was also included in the list of heritage places in the City of Fremantle identified by the Fremantle Society (1979/80) - RED -significant for contributing to the unique character of Fremantle.

Integrity/Authenticity

High degree of integrity (original intent clear, current use compatible, high long term sustainability, restored). High degree of authenticity with much original fabric remaining. (These statements based on street survey only).

Condition

Condition assessed as good (assessed from streetscape survey only).

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HOUSE, 26 THOMPSON ROAD

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House, 26 Thompson Road, is a typical weatherboard and iron single storey cottage dating from the 1890s. The place has aesthetic value for its contribution to the streetscape and the surrounding area. It is representative of the typical building stock located within the residential areas of North Fremantle. Historically significant as a representation of typical workers' houses in the North Fremantle area. The place is a simple example of the Victorian Georgian style of architecture.

Physical Description

House, 26 Thompson Road, is a single storey weatherboard and iron cottage originally with a symmetrical facade designed as a late example of the Victorian Georgian style of architecture. Walls are painted weatherboards. The roof is hipped corrugated iron with no eaves. The verandah is under a separate corrugated iron roof. The verandah is supported by round metal posts to one side and is infilled with fibre cement sheeting to the other. There is a central timber front door with a transom window and sidelights. There are timber framed casement windows to the original facade section and the infilled verandah section. There is a low salmon face brick wall to the front boundary. The White Street elevation shows fibro enclosed rooms at the rear and a large yard.

History

Thompson Road was named for George Thompson (1838-1874), Fremantle's first town clerk (1871-73). The street is mainly residential, with some commercial development at the northern end between Alfred Road and McCabe Road. The majority of the houses were built c. 1900. Only a few lots on the street remained vacant in the 1920s. House, 26 Thompson Road was constructed at some time between c. 1890 and 1904. [Extant on 1904 sewerage diagram - northern most house on Thompson Road at this time.] The property was owned by Patrick O'Loughlin, who also owned the adjacent Lot 14. O’Loughlin held the place as a rental property, and let it to William Backshall. Backshall lived there until 1926, when O’Loughlin moved in himself. After 1928 O’Loughlin once again held the place as an investment property. A 1939 diagram shows House, 26 Thompson Road as being a large weatherboard house with a full length front verandah wrapping around the full length of the northern façade. The house had a large yard incorporating adjacent lots on Thompson (No. 24) and White (No. 12). By 1955, ownership of 26 Thompson Road had passed to Gerrard O’Loughlin, who retained ownership until his death in 1974. The place has had few owners since that time. This place was included in the 'North Fremantle Heritage Study' (1994) as a place contributing to the development and heritage of North Fremantle. It was also included in the list of heritage places in the City of Fremantle identified by the Fremantle Society (1979/80) - RED -significant for contributing to the unique character of Fremantle.

Integrity/Authenticity

Medium degree of integrity (original intent clear, current use compatible, high long term sustainability, some later unsympathetic materials). Medium degree of authenticity with some loss of original fabric. (These statements based on street survey only).

Condition

Condition assessed as good (assessed from streetscape survey only).

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HOUSE, 27 THOMPSON ROAD

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House, 27 Thompson Road, is a weatherboard and iron single storey cottage dating from the Post War period. The place has aesthetic value for its contribution to the streetscape and the surrounding area. It is representative of the building stock located within the residential areas of North Fremantle.

Physical Description

House, 27 Thompson Road, is a single storey weatherboard and iron cottage with asymmetrical facade constructed in the Post War Period. Walls are painted weatherboards. The roof is hipped corrugated iron. The verandah is under a continuous corrugated iron roof which is supported by timber posts. The verandah has a simple timber balustrade. There is a low limestone wall to the front boundary line. Aerial views show roof alterations and a rear addition.

History

Thompson Road was named for George Thompson (1838-1874), Fremantle's first town clerk (1871-73). The street is mainly residential, with some commercial development at the northern end between Alfred Road and McCabe Road. The majority of the houses were built c. 1900. Only a few lots on the street remained vacant in the 1920s. House, 27 Thompson Road was constructed c. 1959 and was the first development on the lot. The house was built for owner, Michael Reeves. The place has had few owners since it passed out of the Reeves family in the mid-1970s. This place was included in the "North Fremantle Heritage Study", prepared by Craig Burton, for the City of Fremantle, June 1994.

Integrity/Authenticity

Medium degree of integrity (original intent clear, current use compatible, high long term sustainability, some later unsympathetic materials). Medium degree of authenticity with some loss of original fabric. (These statements based on street survey only).

Condition

Condition assessed as good (assessed from streetscape survey only).

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SHOP & HOUSE, 28 THOMPSON ROAD

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10945 Thompson Road Precinct

Statement of Significance

Shop & House, 28 Thompson Road, is a typical corner shop constructed of stone, brick and iron dating from the 1890s. The place has aesthetic value for its contribution to the streetscape and the surrounding area. It is representative of the typical building stock located within the residential areas of North Fremantle. Historically significant as a representation of a corner shop in the North Fremantle area.

Physical Description

Shop & House, 28 Thompson Road, is a single storey stone, brick and iron commercial building and house constructed in 1890. The building is a corner shop with the entry at 45 degrees to the street corner. Walls are painted and rendered limestone and brick. Roof is hipped corrugated iron with no eaves behind a parapet wall running along both street frontages. There is a wall hung metal awning verandah also running along both street frontages. There are additions to both sides of the building. The building is constructed on the front and side boundary line with no set back.

History

Thompson Road was named for George Thompson (1838-1874), Fremantle's first town clerk (1871-73). The street is mainly residential, with some commercial development at the northern end between Alfred Road and McCabe Road. The majority of the houses were built c. 1900. Only a few lots on the street remained vacant in the 1920s. Shop & House, 28 Thompson Road was built at some time between c. 1890 and 1907, when John Waters was recorded as running a shop from the brick house and shop. In 1922, the title passed to Charles West. He took up residence at the place, and remained there until at least 1928, when it was sold to Matthew H. Date. The property was again sold in 1932/33, this time to Mary Quinn. By the following year, George Thomas Martin had acquired the title, and he lived at 28 Thompson Road until at least 1949. He ran a grocery shop from the place. A 1939 diagram shows a shop to the corner of White Street and Thompson Road, with a half length front verandah. The rear yard appears to extend down White Street (encompassing No. 13 White Street), comprising a mix of lawned and paved areas. The area appears to have been shared with the house at 11 White Street. After 1955, O.I. Burrowes and G.E. Gladwin Grove were joint owners of the place. O. I Burrowes then became Olive Irene McCann and entered into joint ownership of the place with Richard and Anne M. McCann. They owned 28 Thompson Road until July 1960, upon which time it was sold to Horace Wood, who held the place as a rental property. Until 1964, Wood let 28 Thompson Road to Ernest Rose. From 1974 on, the building was jointly owned by Hector and Ernest Wood and Jean May Falls. In 2003/04, Hector Thomas Wood was listed as the sole owner and occupier of the place. This place was included in the 'North Fremantle Heritage Study' (1994) as a place contributing to the development and heritage of North Fremantle. It was also included in the list of heritage places in the City of Fremantle identified by the Fremantle Society (1979/80) - BROWN -significant for making a positive contribution to the built environment of Fremantle.

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Medium degree of integrity (original intent clear, current use compatible, high long term sustainability, some alterations). Medium degree of authenticity with some loss of original fabric. (These statements based on street survey only).

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Condition assessed as good (assessed from streetscape survey only).

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HOUSE, 29 THOMPSON ROAD

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House, 29 Thompson Road, is a typical stone and iron single storey cottage dating from the early 1900s. The place has aesthetic value for its contribution to the streetscape and the surrounding area. It is representative of the typical building stock located within the residential areas of North Fremantle. Historically significant as a representation of typical workers' houses in the North Fremantle area. The place is a simple example of the Victorian Georgian style of architecture.

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House, 29 Thompson Road, is a single storey weatherboard and iron cottage with symmetrical facade designed as a late example of the Victorian Georgian style of architecture. Walls are painted weatherboard. Roof is hipped corrugated iron with no eaves. Verandah is under a separate corrugated iron roof. Verandah is supported by timber posts with a simple timber balustrade and gate. Front elevation is symmetrical with two pairs of timber sash windows and a central front door. There is a low rendered masonry wall to the front boundary line and concrete steps leading up to the verandah.

History

Thompson Road was named for George Thompson (1838-1874), Fremantle's first town clerk (1871-73). The street is mainly residential, with some commercial development at the northern end between Alfred Road and McCabe Road. The majority of the houses were built c. 1900. Only a few lots on the street remained vacant in the 1920s. In 1895, unoccupied Lot P70 was owned by J.W. Bateman. It appears that the house was built c. 1902, as it is first listed in the 1902 Post Office Directory as occupied by builder and contractor, John C Bell. Bell continued to occupy the house until 1918 (with an absence between 1907 and 1910). By 1919, when it was listed as a weatherboard house of five rooms, it was owned and occupied by Ellen Hill. It passed to George Walting in 1925/26, who rented the house to long term occupant Joseph Corkhill. A 1939 diagram shows House, 29 Thompson Road as being a large weatherboard house with a full length front verandah and a centrally located path leading from the street to the front of the house. The area included the lot to the south (No. 27 Thompson Road) although the backyard of No. 29 was fenced off from No. 27. By 1955, the house had been purchased by Alma Corkhill. Following her death c. 1961, ownership was transferred to Nicola Colella, who retained ownership of the property for many years. The property has had few owners since the mid-1980s.

Integrity/Authenticity

High degree of integrity (original intent clear, current use compatible, high long term sustainability, restored). High degree of authenticity with much original fabric remaining. (These statements based on street survey only).

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Condition assessed as good (assessed from streetscape survey only).

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HOUSE, 3 THOMPSON ROAD

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House, 3 Thompson Road is a typical weatherboard and iron single storey cottage dating from the Federation Period. The place has aesthetic value for its contribution to the streetscape and the surrounding area. It is representative of the typical building stock located within the residential areas of North Fremantle. Historically significant as a representation of typical workers' houses in the North Fremantle area. The place is a simple example of the Federation Queen Anne style of architecture.

Physical Description

House, 3 Thompson Road is a single storey weatherboard and iron cottage with asymmetrical facade designed as a late example of the Federation Queen Anne style of architecture. Walls are painted weatherboard. The roof is hipped corrugated iron with no eaves. There is a tall brick chimney and a gable with timber detailing and finial above the front room. The verandah is under a separate corrugated iron roof, supported by timber posts. The front elevation is asymmetrical with a timber sash front window to the protruding front room, with corrugated iron hood over, and to the recessed wall under the verandah. There is a timber front door. There is a timber picket fence running along the front boundary line.

History

Thompson Road was named for George Thompson (1838-1874), Fremantle's first town clerk (1871-73). The street is mainly residential, with some commercial development at the northern end between Alfred Road and McCabe Road. The majority of the houses were built c. 1900. Only a few lots on the street remained vacant in the 1920s. There was a house at 3 Thompson Road by 1903, at which time C. O. Kobelke was listed as the occupant. The house is shown on a 1913 Public Works Department plan as being a large timber house, a front verandah and a rear verandah enclosed at both ends. However, a comparison between this plan and a 1939 sewerage diagram would indicate that this house was demolished and another built in its place. The 1939 diagram shows the house as being weatherboard, with a half length front verandah and no verandah or lean/to at the rear. At this time, the house was occupied by William Read. This place was included in the 'North Fremantle Heritage Study' (1994) as a place contributing to the development and heritage of North Fremantle. It was also included in the list of heritage places in the City of Fremantle identified by the Fremantle Society (1979/80) - BROWN -significant for making a positive contribution to the built environment of Fremantle.

Integrity/Authenticity

High degree of integrity (original intent clear, current use compatible, high long term sustainability, restored). High degree of authenticity with much original fabric remaining. (These statements based on street survey only).

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Condition assessed as good (assessed from streetscape survey only).

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HOUSE, 30 THOMPSON ROAD

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House, 30 Thompson Road, is a typical weatherboard and iron single storey cottage dating from the early 1900s. The place has aesthetic value for its contribution to the streetscape and the surrounding area. It is representative of the typical building stock located within the residential areas of North Fremantle. Historically significant as a representation of typical workers' houses in the North Fremantle area. The place is a simple example of the Victorian Georgian style of architecture.

Physical Description

House, 30 Thompson Road, is a single storey weatherboard and iron cottage with symmetrical facade designed as a late example of the Victorian Georgian style of architecture. Walls are painted weatherboard. The roof is hipped corrugated iron with no eaves. The verandah is under a separate corrugated iron roof, supported by timber posts. The front elevation is symmetrical with two timber sash windows and a central front door. An entry has been made into the side wall with a corrugated iron shelter over. There is a timber picket fence to the front boundary line.

History

Thompson Road was named for George Thompson (1838-1874), Fremantle's first town clerk (1871-73). The street is mainly residential, with some commercial development at the northern end between Alfred Road and McCabe Road. The majority of the houses were built c. 1900. Only a few lots on the street remained vacant in the 1920s. House, 30 Thompson Road was constructed c. 1903, possibly for William White. By 1921/22, White was listed as the owner and occupier of the five roomed timber house. He was the owner until at least the early 1930s. William White was a shoemaker in James Pearse's Boot Factory in North Fremantle, and was later a repairer for the Railways Department in Fremantle. He was later foreman of the Ways and Works Branch of the Railways Department. William married Catherine McCreery (1864-1936) at St John's Fremantle in 1883, and the couple had 12 children. William also served as a North Fremantle councillor from 1895 to 1922 and was prominent in civic affairs. He died in North Fremantle in 1942. Mrs White, the daughter of a pensioner guard, was a foundation member of the North Fremantle Parents and Citizens Association and played an active role in social and charitable activities. During World War I, she was an energetic worker for the Red Cross. A 1939 diagram shows House, 30 Thompson Road as being a weatherboard house with a full length front verandah. In 1955, ownership passed from Wilfred Wright to W.O. and A. Nichols. They continued to live in the house until the mid-1970s when it was bought by Jean Freeborough. It has had a number of owners since that time. Considerable restoration work was completed in the mid-1990s.

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High degree of integrity (original intent clear, current use compatible, high long term sustainability, restored). High degree of authenticity with much original fabric remaining. (These statements based on street survey only).

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Condition assessed as good (assessed from streetscape survey only).

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HOUSE, 31 THOMPSON ROAD

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House, 31 Thompson Road, is a small weatherboard and iron single storey cottage dating from the Federation period. The place has aesthetic value for its contribution to the streetscape and the surrounding area. It is representative of the typical building stock located within the residential areas of North Fremantle. Historically significant as a representation of typical workers' houses in the North Fremantle area.

Physical Description

House, 31 Thompson Road, is a single storey small weatherboard and iron cottage with asymmetrical facade constructed in the Federation period. Walls are weatherboard. The roof is hipped corrugated iron with no eaves. The verandah is under a separate bullnose corrugated iron roof, which is supported by chamfered timber posts. There is a timber framed sash window and the entry door has a top light. There is a timber stair running parallel to the verandah, and a timber balustrade along the verandah.

History

Thompson Road was named for George Thompson (1838-1874), Fremantle's first town clerk (1871-73). The street is mainly residential, with some commercial development at the northern end between Alfred Road and McCabe Road. The majority of the houses were built c. 1900. Only a few lots on the street remained vacant in the 1920s. House, 31 Thompson Road was constructed at some time between 1904 and 1921/22, when the weatherboard house as recorded as a rental property owned by E.A.S. Watson. [Watson also owned 33 Thompson Road at this time.] Ownership passed from Watson to William G. Hendy in 1925, who also held it as a rental property. [Hendy also purchased 33 Thompson Road at this time.] A 1939 diagram shows House, 31 Thompson Road as being a small weatherboard house located on the same lot as No. 33, but not adjoining it. It had a full length front verandah and a rear enclosure/verandah. Outbuildings mirrored those in the back yard of No. 33. At some time prior to 1955, Silvestro Soleochia purchased the place, and continued to let it out. The house was then sold to Leonardo Savino, who took up residence. Some time around 1964, Savino sold to Susan McDonald, and she also lived there. From 1974, the place was owned jointly by Phillip Graham and Benjamin McKinney. The title then passed to Malcolm and Dolores Meiers, who had sold back to Graham by 1976. The place has had a small number of owners since that time. This place was included in the 'North Fremantle Heritage Study' (1994) as a place contributing to the development and heritage of North Fremantle. It was also included in the list of heritage places in the City of Fremantle identified by the Fremantle Society (1979/80) - BROWN -significant for making a positive contribution to the built environment of Fremantle.

Integrity/Authenticity

Medium degree of integrity (original intent clear, current use compatible, high long term sustainability, some later unsympathetic materials). Medium degree of authenticity with some loss of original fabric. (These statements based on street survey only).

Condition

Condition assessed as good (assessed from streetscape survey only).

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HOUSE, 32 THOMPSON ROAD

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House, 32 Thompson Road, is a typical brick and iron single storey cottage dating from the 1900s. The place has aesthetic value for its contribution to the streetscape and the surrounding area. It is representative of the typical building stock located within the residential areas of North Fremantle. Historically significant as a representation of typical workers' houses in the North Fremantle area. The place is an example of the Federation Queen Anne style of architecture.

Physical Description

House, 32 Thompson Road, is a single storey brick and iron cottage with asymmetrical facade designed as an example of the Federation Queen Anne style of architecture. Walls are tuckpointed red face brick with cream coloured horizontal stucco banding at sill and lintel height, and mid window height. The roof is hipped corrugated iron with no eaves. There is a gable with sunray timber detailing above the front room and side louvred gablets. The verandah is under a separate bullnose corrugated iron roof, supported by timber posts with decorative timber brackets. Front elevation is asymmetrical with two timber sash windows with arched heads to the protruding front room and two to the recessed wall under the verandah. There is a timber front door. There are two brick chimneys with rendered corbelling and a timber picket fence running along the front boundary line.

History

Thompson Road was named for George Thompson (1838-1874), Fremantle's first town clerk (1871-73). The street is mainly residential, with some commercial development at the northern end between Alfred Road and McCabe Road. The majority of the houses were built c. 1900. Only a few lots on the street remained vacant in the 1920s. House, 32 Thompson Road was constructed between 1904 and 1907, at which time it was recorded as being occupied by Theodore Jolley. By 1921/22, the five roomed brick house and bakery was owned and occupied by James H. Allen. Ownership passed to James Olaf Osterberg in 1930/31, and to Rose Mary Wray the following year. William Livett acquired the property in 1934/35 and was listed as the occupant until at least 1942. William J Houlahan purchased the property c. 1945 and remained the owner until at least 1977. The place has had a couple of owners since that time. A 1939 diagram shows House, 32 Thompson Road as being brick, with a half length front verandah and a projecting bay. There was a path at the front and weatherboard additions to the rear. There were outbuildings in brick and weatherboard (possibly the bakery buildings at the rear). This place was included in the 'North Fremantle Heritage Study' (1994) as a place contributing to the development and heritage of North Fremantle. It was also included in the list of heritage places in the City of Fremantle identified by the Fremantle Society (1979/80) - BROWN -significant for making a positive contribution to the built environment of Fremantle.

Integrity/Authenticity

High degree of integrity (original intent clear, current use compatible, high long term sustainability, restored). High degree of authenticity with much original fabric remaining. (These statements based on street survey only).

Condition

Condition assessed as good (assessed from streetscape survey only).

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HOUSE, 33 THOMPSON ROAD

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House, 33 Thompson Road, is a small rendered brick and iron single storey cottage dating from the Federation period. The place has aesthetic value for its contribution to the streetscape and the surrounding area. It is representative of the typical building stock located within the residential areas of North Fremantle. Historically significant as a representation of typical workers' houses in the North Fremantle area.

Physical Description

House, 33 Thompson Road, is a single storey small brick and iron cottage with asymmetrical facade constructed in the Federation period. It is set on a narrow lot. Walls are painted brick. There are stucco reveals and bands, also painted. The roof is hipped corrugated iron with no eaves, and a corbelled chimney. The verandah is under a separate corrugated iron roof, supported by timber posts. There is a high rendered brick and timber picket fence to the front boundary.

History

Thompson Road was named for George Thompson (1838-1874), Fremantle's first town clerk (1871-73). The street is mainly residential, with some commercial development at the northern end between Alfred Road and McCabe Road. The majority of the houses were built c. 1900. Only a few lots on the street remained vacant in the 1920s. House, 33 Thompson Road was constructed at some time between 1904 and 1922, at which time it was owned by E.A.S. Watson as a rental property. [Watson also owned 31 Thompson Road at this time.]. Ownership passed from Watson to William G. Hendy in 1925, who also held it as a rental property. [Hendy also purchased 31 Thompson Road at this time.] A 1939 diagram shows House, 33 Thompson Road as being a small weatherboard house located on the same lot as No. 31, but not adjoining it. It had a full length front verandah and a rear enclosure/verandah. Outbuildings mirrored those in the back yard of No. 31. Some time prior to 1955 Silvestro Soleochia acquired the title, and he sold the place on to Joe Terrible some time after that date. Dorothy Morris let the place for a time between 1955 and 1961, either from Terrible or Soleochia, at which time Terrible moved into the house himself. Terrible stayed at the house until some time after 1964, when Elsie Denic acquired the title. The place has had a number of owners since this time. This place was included in the 'North Fremantle Heritage Study' (1994) as a place contributing to the development and heritage of North Fremantle. It was also included in the list of heritage places in the City of Fremantle identified by the Fremantle Society (1979/80) - BROWN -significant for making a positive contribution to the built environment of Fremantle.

Integrity/Authenticity

Medium degree of integrity (original intent clear, current use compatible, high long term sustainability, some later unsympathetic materials). Medium degree of authenticity with some loss of original fabric. (These statements based on street survey only).

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Condition assessed as good (assessed from streetscape survey only).

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HOUSE, 35 THOMPSON ROAD

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House, 35 Thompson Road, is a weatherboard and tile single storey cottage dating from c1945. The place has aesthetic value for its contribution to the streetscape and the surrounding area. It is representative of the typical building stock located within the residential areas of North Fremantle. Historically significant as a representation of typical workers' houses in the North Fremantle area.

Physical Description

House, 35 Thompson Road, is a single storey weatherboard and fibrous cement and tile cottage with an asymmetrical facade. Walls are painted weatherboard with fibrous cement sheeting above. The roof is hipped and gabled with concrete tiles. The verandah is under a separate tiled roof which is supported by painted and rendered brick piers with a timber criss-cross balustrade. The front elevation is asymmetrical with a projecting front room with an aluminium window to the front room. There is a tiled window hood over this window. The recessed section has a front door and timber framed four pane casement windows. The house is built on limestone foundations and concrete steps lead to the front verandah. There is a face brick chimney evident, and a low rendered masonry wall to the front boundary line.

History

Thompson Road was named for George Thompson (1838-1874), Fremantle's first town clerk (1871-73). The street is mainly residential, with some commercial development at the northern end between Alfred Road and McCabe Road. The majority of the houses were built c. 1900. Only a few lots on the street remained vacant in the 1920s. House, 35 Thompson Road was constructed at some time between 1939 and 1955. The vacant lot (70) was owned by John Wesley Bateman in 1894 but remained unimproved until the 1940s. By 1955, Walter L Cooper owned and occupied a timber house on the lot. Cooper was a machinist by trade, and lived there with his wife Thora until c. 1995. This place was included in the 'North Fremantle Heritage Study' (1994) as a place contributing to the development and heritage of North Fremantle.

Integrity/Authenticity

Medium degree of integrity (original intent clear, current use compatible, high long term sustainability, some later unsympathetic materials). Medium degree of authenticity with some loss of original fabric. (These statements based on street survey only).

Condition

Condition assessed as good (assessed from streetscape survey only).

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HOUSE, 36 THOMPSON ROAD

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House, 36 Thompson Road, is a typical weatherboard, fibre cement sheet and iron single storey cottage dating from the 1900s. The place has aesthetic value for its contribution to the streetscape and the surrounding area. It is representative of the typical building stock located within the residential areas of North Fremantle. Historically significant as a representation of typical workers' houses in the North Fremantle area.

Physical Description

House, 36 Thompson Road, is a single storey weatherboard and iron cottage with asymmetrical façade constructed in the Federation Bungalow style of architecture. Walls are painted weatherboard. The roof is hipped corrugated iron with no eaves. There are two painted brick chimneys. The verandah is under a separate bullnose corrugated iron roof, supported by timber posts. The front elevation is asymmetrical with a protruding front room. The bullnose verandah extends in front of this. There is a low brick wall under a high timber picket fence to the front boundary line.

History

Thompson Road was named for George Thompson (1838-1874), Fremantle's first town clerk (1871-73). The street is mainly residential, with some commercial development at the northern end between Alfred Road and McCabe Road. The majority of the houses were built c. 1900. Only a few lots on the street remained vacant in the 1920s. House, 36 Thompson Road was built at some time between 1904 and 1914, when Albert E Taylor is listed as residing at the place. By 1921/22, Robert Munro held the place as a rental property, and it was leased to Mary A. Casey. After she left, Munro himself moved into the house. A 1939 diagram shows House, 36 Thompson Road as being a weatherboard house with a full length front verandah. Weatherboard outbuildings were located against the northern fence. There are no available records until 1955, by which time Frank Jezewska was the owner and occupier. Ownership passed to William and Muriel Lonsdale some time after 1964. The Londsdale family retained ownership until 1990. During their ownership, a patio was built at the property (1971) and extensions built to the rear comprising a new kitchen (1988). Two new units were also built to the rear of the property at this time (and 36 Thompson Road was renumbered 36A). The property has had several owners since 1990. This place was included in the "North Fremantle Heritage Study", prepared by Craig Burton, for the City of Fremantle, June 1994.

Integrity/Authenticity

Medium degree of integrity (original intent clear, current use compatible, high long term sustainability, some later unsympathetic materials). Medium degree of authenticity with some loss of original fabric. (These statements based on street survey only).

Condition

Condition assessed as good (assessed from streetscape survey only).

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HOUSE, 37 THOMPSON ROAD

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House, 37 Thompson Road, is a typical stone and iron single storey cottage dating from the 1890s. The place has aesthetic value for its contribution to the streetscape and the surrounding area. It is representative of the typical building stock located within the residential areas of North Fremantle. Historically significant as a representation of typical workers' houses in the North Fremantle area. The place is a simple example of the Victorian Georgian style of architecture.

Physical Description

House, 37 Thompson Road, is a single storey limestone, brick and iron cottage with symmetrical facade designed as a late example of the Victorian Georgian style of architecture. Walls are limestone with red face brick quoins and reveals. The roof is hipped corrugated iron. The verandah is under a separate corrugated iron roof which is supported by timber posts, and wraps around both street elevations. The front elevation is symmetrical with two timber sash windows and a central front door. It has sidelights and a transom window. The timber sash windows have sash sidelights. The cottage is raised on limestone foundations. There is a low rendered brick wall to the front boundary line and concrete steps leading up to the concrete verandah. The Fay Street view shows a face brick addition to the rear of the limestone section, with a skillion roof. There is a red face brick high boundary wall and a rear carport with roller door accessed from Fay St.

History

Thompson Road was named for George Thompson (1838-1874), Fremantle's first town clerk (1871-73). The street is mainly residential, with some commercial development at the northern end between Alfred Road and McCabe Road. The majority of the houses were built c. 1900. Only a few lots on the street remained vacant in the 1920s. House, 37 Thompson Road was built at some time between 1904 and 1922, by which time the five roomed brick house was owned by Ernest Holt Flynn. William Oddy purchased the property in 1924/25 and after living there for a few years, leased the house out to tenants for a period before moving back there in the 1940s. The Oddy family continued to own the property until the early 1980s. The property has had few owners since that time. This place was included in the 'North Fremantle Heritage Study' (1994) as a place contributing to the development and heritage of North Fremantle. It was also included in the list of heritage places in the City of Fremantle identified by the Fremantle Society (1979/80) - BROWN -significant for making a positive contribution to the built environment of Fremantle.

Integrity/Authenticity

High degree of integrity (original intent clear, current use compatible, high long term sustainability, restored). High degree of authenticity with much original fabric remaining. (These statements based on street survey only).

Condition

Condition assessed as fair to good (assessed from streetscape survey only).

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