Perenjori War Memorial & Park

Author

Shire of Perenjori

Place Number

14121

Location

Fowler St Perenjori

Location Details

Local Government

Perenjori

Region

Midwest

Construction Date

Constructed from 1956

Demolition Year

N/A

Statutory Heritage Listings

Type Status Date Documents
(no listings)

Heritage Council Decisions and Deliberations

Type Status Date Documents
(no listings)

Other Heritage Listings and Surveys

Type Status Date Grading/Management
Category
Statewide War Memorial Survey Completed 01 May 1996
Municipal Inventory Adopted 20 May 1999 Category 3

Statement of Significance

The War Memorial has considerable historic and social significance as a remembrance for Australian war time deaths. The place has some streetscape value given its attractive garden setting and prominent location on the main street of the town.

Physical Description

Memorial Park is prominently located on the main street of Perenjori opposite the Hotel and consists of a small grassed area with some flower beds, shade trees and the war memorial. Situated at the centre of the park, the memorial is a granite obelisk which has two brass plaques attached, one of which is in the shape of a wreath. The second plaque reads: 'This plaque is a memorial to the men and women of Australia who paid the supreme sacrifice during World War II. Lest we Forget." The obelisk is set on a brick base above which is engraved, 11-11-1956. Immediately to the east is a small water fountain and plaque which commemorates the opening of the water supply from the Arrino Bores. It was unveiled by Sir David Brand on 18 April 1969. The Memorial and fountain are enhanced by two garden beds and linked by paving.

History

No History Available

Integrity/Authenticity

Integrity: High

Condition

Good

Place Type

Other Built Type

Uses

Epoch General Specific
Present Use MONUMENT\CEMETERY Monument
Original Use MONUMENT\CEMETERY Monument

Construction Materials

Type General Specific
Other STONE Granite

Historic Themes

General Specific
OUTSIDE INFLUENCES World Wars & other wars

Creation Date

24 Sep 1999

Publish place record online (inHerit):

Approved

Last Update

01 Jan 2017

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