The exterior of the Theatre Royal in Castlemaine has recently been painted in Miami Deco colours, thanks to our good friends at Haymes Paints.
Russell St Police Headquarters Complex, Melbourne (Spring 2001)
We are delighted to report that the future of the classic Art Deco Russell Street Police Complex now seems to be assured. For some time ADS and other heritage bodies have been involved with discussions with Melbourne property developer, Max Moar, and his architects over the plans for the redevelopment of the site, called Concept Blue. Mr Moar has a …
Sports Pavilions, Princes Park, Royal Pde, Carlton (Spring 2001)
There are two fine little sports pavilions in Princes Park, one of which has recently been converted to a cafe/function room. While two of the three stylised iron doors have been removed, they have been replaced with brickwork identical to that in the rest of the building.
Municipal Olympic Pool, Maryborough (Winter 2001)
A few years ago, ADS and Maryborough residents, led by Lauris Weir, fought a major battle to preserve Victoria’s best Art Deco swimming pool. The subsequent listing by Heritage Victoria resulted in funds being made available to the local council for restoration works, which have commenced and are being monitored closely by our ‘eyes and ears’ in Maryborough, the indefatigable …
Burnham Beeches, Sherbrooke (Winter 2001)
Work on the redevelopment of the classic Sherbrooke house (designed by Harry Norris) appears to have stalled.
Russell St Police Headquarters Complex, Melbourne (Winter 2001)
The planning for the redevelopment of our mini-skyscraper continues, under the watchful eye of Cliff Skinner, Honorary Heritage Officer for ADS. Cliff and ADS President Robin Grow recently met with the owner and architect, who revealed a great understanding of the Deco era and the priceless nature of this building. The plans are currently being reviewed and we are confident …
Mitchell House, Elizabeth St, Melbourne (Winter 2001)
One of Melbourne’s prominent Harry Norris buildings, Mitchell House at 352-362 Elizabeth Street is undergoing a long overdue facelift.
Theatre Royal, Castlemaine (Winter 2001)
This country theatre features a fine Art Deco exterior and is currently for sale, after being passed in at auction recently. A community group has been formed to investigate ways of ensuring viability of the theatre and the businesses within. ADS has offered assistance and provided information and contacts.
ANZ Building, Elizabeth St, Melbourne (Winter 2001)
Like the Toronto Stock Exchange, there is currently a proposal to alter the former Royal Banking Chambers landmark building at the street level. The ANZ bank, owner of this fine 1941 Stephenson & Turner building, wishes to lower the windows on the Elizabeth Street side.
Wimmera Livestock Bazaar, Hamilton St, Horsham (Autumn 2001)
The National Trust alerted us to the threat to demolish this unique Art Deco building in Hamilton St, Horsham. Constructed in 1936, this building operated for many years as a livestock trading bazaar. It has lately been used by the Horsham Arts Council. The building was recently sold to the Urban Land Corporation for redevelopment but has now been classified …