The Collingwood Action Group (CAG), supported by the City of Yarra, the National Trust, and ADS, is continuing its battle to preserve historic buildings in Smith St, Collingwood. A massive development would result in demolition of a number of buildings, including the Coles No 1 store updated to a design by Harry Norris. ADS has carried out research on other former Coles …
Main Hall, Northcote Town Hall, Northcote (Spring 2004)
ADS, the National Trust and the City of Darebin are still discussing the proposed changes to the stage area of a hall designed by noted architect Harry Norris within the Northcote Town Hall complex.
Mitcham Railway Precinct, Mitcham (Spring 2004)
In a surprise outcome, approval has been confirmed for a 14-storey office tower in outer suburban Mitcham. In an area with few Art Deco buildings, the proposal will result in the demolition of a disused Moderne house and factory, formerly used by Brewers sporting goods.
Davis Relova Laundry, Hoddle St, Richmond (Spring 2004)
After a lengthy development process, the conversion of the Davis Relova laundry in Hoddle Street to apartments within this landmark building designed by Walter Mason is now complete. The apartments are for sale, and the facade of the original building is now being painted.
Army Recruiting Building (former Army Drill Hall) (Spring 2004)
Central Melbourne features two stylish buildings developed for the Army. In Victoria Street, at Therry Street, near the Queen Victoria Market, a new apartment complex called Milano apartments is being developed around the building previously used for Army recruiting
Taroona Hotel, Channel Highway, Taroona (Winter 2004)
For the last nine months, ADS has been fighting to prevent the demolition of the Taroona Hotel, just outside Hobart, Tasmania. Following a three-day Planning Tribunal hearing, we now await anxiously the decision regarding the fate of the hotel. During the process, ADS received letters of support from other Societies in response to an ICADS alert, and we thank them …
Smith Street, Collingwood (Winter 2004)
Another Harry Norris building is under threat! As part of a proposed massive 200-apartment redevelopment in Smith Street, Collingwood, the original Coles Store No 1 would be demolished. Norris was the architect for the Coles family and was responsible for design of new stores and re-modeling existing stores. ADS is working with the National Trust and the Collingwood Action Group to preserve …
Main Hall, Northcote Town Hall, Northcote (Winter 2004)
The City of Darebin has a master plan for the redevelopment of the Northcote Town Hall complex, which includes a hall designed by Harry Norris. The original plan proposed that a link be provided between the rear of the stage to an exterior performance area, but the latest iteration proposes removal of the beautiful wooden stage altogether. ADS, in conjunction …
Garden Ave, East Melbourne (Winter 2004)
After protracted negotiations between the East Melbourne Group and the developers, the proposal to extend a two-storey block in Garden Avenue, East Melbourne, an enclave of interwar apartment blocks, has been resolved. Some modifications to the existing block have been agreed to, but the proposed extensions will not occur.
McPherson’s Building, Collins St, Melbourne (Spring 2003)
The renovation of the McPherson’s building at 546-566 Collins Street, Melbourne is making good progress. The restoration of the stunning terracotta and black facade is now complete. Recently, the developers, Bob Angley, Neil Arrowsmith and Paul Schneider, invited interested parties to inspect the interior spaces that will become the retail spaces and apartments. Tenancies are now being finalised, including a food …