Local Government
Northam
Region
Avon Arc
110 Fitzgerald St Northam
Northam
Avon Arc
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| Municipal Inventory | Adopted | 25 Feb 1998 | 3. Some / Moderate significance | |
The building is aesthetically significant as a simple example of the Federation Free Classical and contributes to the streetscape of the main commercial street of Northam.
Located alongside the Shamrock Hotel, the single storey Hailsham Building has a symmetrical frontage. The rendered front features a central door flanked by windows, all with arched detailing. Corresponding with the windows are pediments within the parapet, behinds which is a stepped and curved parapet. The visible side wall is face red brick in Colonial bond.
Hailsham building was originally constructed as the professional offices for an accountant. RB James (Digger) former Mayor of Northam (1949-55), occupied the offices for many years. It has been used by various government departments and other businesses over the years.
Integrity: High degree Authenticity: Moderate degree
Good
Individual Building or Group
| Epoch | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Original Use | COMMERCIAL | Office or Administration Bldg |
| Other Use | GOVERNMENTAL | Office or Administration Bldg |
| Present Use | Transport\Communications | Comms: Radio or Television Station |
| Type | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Wall | BRICK | Common Brick |
| Roof | METAL | Corrugated Iron |
| General | Specific |
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| OCCUPATIONS | Commercial & service industries |
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