CARISBROOK DRY STONE COMPLEX
3590 PYRENEES HWY CARISBROOK, CENTRAL GOLDFIELDS SHIRE
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Statement of Significance
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CARISBROOK DRY STONE COMPLEX - History
1840s: Part of Charlotte Plains run. 1850s and 60s: basalt quarry identified in the area. 1860s and 70s onward: lots sold off to rural farmers. Bought by quarry company and subsequently leased to farmers.
CARISBROOK DRY STONE COMPLEX - Interpretation of Site
The stone wall enclosure and short drystone wall appear similar in construction (probably 1840-1860s), the long drystone wall is of different construction (a wire fence runs along top and appears younger - 1880s-1900). The plough also dates to this period. The earlier walls may relate to early occupation of Charlottes Plain run - shepards hut was said to be located in this area.
Heritage Inventory Description
CARISBROOK DRY STONE COMPLEX - Heritage Inventory Description
A three-sided drystone enclosure, long drystone wall and short drystone wall, plough in vicinity of 1840s-1850s location of shepherds hut.
Three-sided drystone enclosure and short drystone wall appear to be from same period. Possibly in use during Charlotte Plain run era. Further research is required to verify significance.
Drystone walls and 4 furrow, mould board, stump jump plough. Site extends from drystone enclosure S to end of short drystone wall. Plough is near start of long drystone wall. These features are below the basalt outcrops on a moderate slope. Location of shepherds' hut (not identified) is said to be on the flats.
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CARISBROOK DRY STONE COMPLEXVictorian Heritage Inventory
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