Local Government
Kent
Region
Great Southern
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Location
Sanderson St Pingrup
Location Details
Construction Date
Constructed from 1988
Demolition Year
N/AStatutory Heritage Listings
| Type | Status | Date | Documents | More information |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (no listings) |
Heritage Council Decisions and Deliberations
| Type | Status | Date | Documents |
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| (no listings) |
Other Heritage Listings and Surveys
| Type | Status | Date | Grading/Management | More information | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Category | Description | ||||
| Municipal Inventory | Adopted | 12 Jul 1997 | Category 5 |
Category 5 |
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Statement of Significance
The park and monument has historical and social significance, commemorating the arrival of the Comprehensive Water Scheme to the town and also illustrates the way in which a small town acknowledged the Bicentenary of Australia with the laying of a time capsule. The park also has aesthetic value in contributing to the streetscape.
History
During the 1988 bicentenary celebrations the park was opened (October) and a time capsule placed under the memorial. Plaque was installed on 23rd February 1996 to mark the completion of the extension of the Great Southern Water Supply Scheme, Lake Grace to Pingrup. Unveiled by the Hon. Peter Foss (MLC) Minister for the Environment.
The plaque on the drinking fountain was unveiled by the Hon. D H O'Neill (MLA) Minister for Works and water supply 4th December 1974 to mark the opening of the Pingrup Water Supply.
Other guests were R M Hillman, Director of Engineering, and T J Lewis, Under Secretary for Works.
Integrity/Authenticity
Authenticity: high
Integrity: high
Condition
Good
Place Type
Historic site
Uses
| Epoch | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Original Use | MONUMENT\CEMETERY | Monument |
Historic Themes
| General | Specific |
|---|---|
| SOCIAL & CIVIC ACTIVITIES | Community services & utilities |
| OUTSIDE INFLUENCES | Water, power, major t'port routes |
Creation Date
09 Mar 2007Publish place record online (inHerit):
ApprovedLast Update
01 Jan 2017Disclaimer
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