MIRANDA CREEK HUT RUIN
MIRANDA CREEK, WILSONS PROMONTORY NATIONAL PARK WILSONS PROMONTORY, SOUTH GIPPSLAND SHIRE
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Statement of Significance
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MIRANDA CREEK HUT RUIN - History
Sealers and whalers were among the first Eurpoeans to make use of the resources of WIlson's Promontory. From teh alte 18th century, they established bases for their activites along the coast at Sealers Cove, Refuge Cove and Waterloo Bay, all located south of Five Mile Beach and Miranda Creek. Timber fellers also occupied Sealers Cove. Timber mills operated in the 1850s and again in the early 20th century.
Previous archaeological surveys have reviealed evidence of their occupation including the remains of the basic huts and living quarters, as well as artefact scatters and whale bone dumps. Archaeological evidence of timber milling exists in wooden structures, earth works, brick and stone structures and the remains of a jetty.
At Miranda BAy in 1852, the brig Miranda ran aground and can still be seen when uncovered by sand. In 1986, a storm exposed what is thought to be the barque Elm Grove, wrecked at the northern end of Five Mile Beach, in teh Miranda Creek area, in 1876. In the mid to late 19th centry, pastoralists occupied large areas of the Promontory, with several cattle runs known to have operated in the area.
MIRANDA CREEK HUT RUIN - Interpretation of Site
The structure may relate to either the whaling or timber milling industries that operated in the area in theh 19th century. Some of the glass fragments retain diagnostic features including manufacturer's mark and finishes and can be broadly dated to the 29th century. The sturcture was found to be similar in design and nature to a Sealers Cove structure.
MIRANDA CREEK HUT RUIN - Archaeological Significance
As no known historical documentation exists of any settlement in the area, the site is of high archaeological significance for its ability to demonstrate activities in the area in the late 19th century. The site may relate to timber milling activities or sealing activities. The features and deposits can be used to determine the nature and age of the stie.
MIRANDA CREEK HUT RUIN - Historical Significance
The site is of high historical significance as it is one of the few remaining standing structures (although ruinous) representing the industrial history of Wilson's Promontory.
Heritage Inventory Description
MIRANDA CREEK HUT RUIN - Heritage Inventory Description
Site consists of a granite hut ruin with the wall partially collapsed, with mortar evident, measuring 2.9m long. Artefact scatter includes glass and metal framents and the remains of a shoe.
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MIRANDA CREEK 1Victorian Heritage Inventory
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MIRANDA CREEK 2Victorian Heritage Inventory
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MIRANDA CREEK TIMBER POSTSVictorian Heritage Inventory
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