Local Government
Wyalkatchem
Region
Wheatbelt
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Location
Parsons Rd Yorkrakine
Location Details
Construction Date
Constructed from 1865
Demolition Year
N/AStatutory Heritage Listings
| Type | Status | Date | Documents | More information |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (no listings) |
Heritage Council Decisions and Deliberations
| Type | Status | Date | Documents |
|---|---|---|---|
| (no listings) |
Other Heritage Listings and Surveys
| Type | Status | Date | Grading/Management | More information | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Category | Description | ||||
| Municipal Inventory | Adopted | 18 Mar 2004 | Category 5 |
Category 5 |
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Statement of Significance
Early use is documented and one of only a few reserves currently being maintained.
Physical Description
The area of mixed Flora and Fauna on a steep slope with much of it granite. The reserve is surrounded by private property, the owners of which have rehabilitated the reserve at their own cost and time.
History
Set aside as a water reserve in 1907 the area varied until it was set in 1910 to 112 acres. The Spring id noted as one of the earliest in the area.
Integrity/Authenticity
Integrity: Good
Condition
The reserve is in reasonable condition, it is now fenced off to keep stock out. The "carers" should be congratulated and the reserve left in their care.
References
| Ref ID No | Ref Name | Ref Source | Ref Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| "Wyalkatchem: A History of the District". | |||
| "Nature Reserves of the Shire of Wyalkatchem". |
Place Type
Historic Site
Uses
| Epoch | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Present Use | PARK\RESERVE | Park\Reserve |
| Original Use | FARMING\PASTORAL | Other |
Historic Themes
| General | Specific |
|---|---|
| PEOPLE | Early settlers |
| OCCUPATIONS | Grazing, pastoralism & dairying |
Creation Date
30 Aug 2004Publish place record online (inHerit):
ApprovedLast Update
01 Jan 2017Disclaimer
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