JOHN SIMPSON MEMORIAL
RIVER DRIVE, TARWIN LOWER, SOUTH GIPPSLAND SHIRE
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Statement of Significance
What is significant?
The John Simpson memorial, established c.1861, at River Drive Tarwin Lower.
Why is it significant?
The John Simpson memorial is of local historic significance to the district of Tarwin Lower.
Historically, it is believed to be one of the earliest memorials in the Shire and is important for its ability to assist in understanding and interpreting the early date of settlement of the Tarwin Lower area. (AHC criteria - A.4 and D.2)
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JOHN SIMPSON MEMORIAL - Physical Description 1
A Victorian era marble headstone surrounded by a cast iron metal enclosure, which is now situated adjacent to River Drive. It is understood that the memorial is not situated above the remains: they are believed to be located underneath the adjacent roadway.
Heritage Study and Grading
South Gippsland - South Gippsland Heritage Study
Author: David Helms with Trevor Westmore
Year: 2004
Grading:
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JOHN SIMPSON GRAVEVictorian Heritage Inventory
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