FORMER BASSETTS DAIRY AND FEATURES
95 COOKES ROAD DOREEN, WHITTLESEA CITY
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Statement of Significance
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FORMER BASSETTS DAIRY AND FEATURES - History
The property was originally part of Cooke Brother's 'Egglestone Estate'. In 1861 they sold land between Yan Yean Road (east) and John Street/Bassets Road (west) as three blocks. Mrs Dorbin purchased 50 acres east of Bassetts Road. By 1920, the dairy had not been constructed but by 1935, three buildings were present. The Bassetts (after whom the road was named) purchased land in Portion 2/B Section 4 (to north) possibly in the 1890's. The younger brother, Everard, purchased land in the same area (possibly study area) later. TheFormer Bassett's Dairy and Features site could be from Everard's period of ownership or a son. Nevertheless, local informants attribute the dairy to the Bassetts. The site was possibly demolished in the 1980's or prior to construction of the current house to the south.FORMER BASSETTS DAIRY AND FEATURES - Archaeological Significance
Although this is unlikely to be the case beneath the extant concrete foundations of the dairy; it is possible that related archaeological deposits exist in the area immediately surrounding it which relate to its use. It is also likely that deposits exist in the wider area which relate to other activities and buildings related to these structures, perhaps including an original house.
FORMER BASSETTS DAIRY AND FEATURES - Historical Significance
The site is of some significance for its role in the staple pastoral economy of the area in the early 20th century.
FORMER BASSETTS DAIRY AND FEATURES - Interpretation of Site
The site comprises of concrete dairy foundations and the remains of an associated stockyard. It is likely that further buildings, including perhaps a house, were located in this area. If so, the latter was probably located on the rise now occupied by the current dwelling
Heritage Inventory Description
FORMER BASSETTS DAIRY AND FEATURES - Heritage Inventory Description
The site consists of the concrete foundations of a dairy and a stockyard defined by a timber fence, with a stock ramp in the direction of the dairy. The foundations and stock yard cover an area of approximately 20 x 40m. The ground immediately to the west of the dairy has been raised, possibly to provide additional yard space at the same level. A disused propoerty track approaches the southern edge of the dairy up the hill from Bassetts Road to the west.
Physical Conditions: Demolished
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