Local Government
Wyndham-East Kimberley
Region
Kimberley
Location
King River Rd Wyndham
Location Details
located on King River and Kurunjie Gibb River Roads.
Other Name(s)
Hillgrove Lockup
Construction Date
Demolition Year
N/AStatutory Heritage Listings
| Type | Status | Date | Documents | More information |
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| (no listings) |
Heritage Council Decisions and Deliberations
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| (no listings) |
Other Heritage Listings and Surveys
| Type | Status | Date | Grading/Management | More information | |
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| Category | Description | ||||
| Municipal Inventory | Adopted | 20 Feb 1997 |
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Statement of Significance
Historically the tree is linked with the Wyndham community, both Aboriginal and non Aboriginal. It is an important link to Aboriginal pre-history through oral traditions, and to the early contact period when it was used as a prison tree. The tree and its location have played an important role for social gatherings by both Aboriginal and non Aboriginal people and its heritage link is strong.
Physical Description
Located on the historic King River and Kurunjie Gibb River Roads, the prison tree has a long oral tradition history of use; firstly by the Aboriginal people, then by the early pastoralists and later by the mounted police when moving prisoners between Derby and Wyndham. It is set against the backdrop of the Cockburn Range and the King River itself, making its location a perfect camping spot with water, fishing and scenery as its attractions.
Integrity/Authenticity
Integrity: Fairly Intact.
Modifications: Top Branch broken - lightening strike.
Other Keywords
c 4,000 years old.