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STONE RUIN
CEMETERY ROAD AND MCMILLAN ROAD GREEN GULLY, MOUNT ALEXANDER SHIRE

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Statement of Significance

This ruinous structure, probably erected in the 1860s, is of architectural, historic and scientific significance to the Green Gully district.

The use of stone is notable. It indicates the early settlement of land in the area for agricultural and mining purposes. It is important for its potential to provide information that contributes to a greater understanding of the history of the settlement and establishment of the district. The site has a strong presumption of archaeological research potential. Further historical research and archaeological investigation is recommended.

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    • History

      STONE RUIN - History

      The Parish plans show that this land Lot 3 & Section C was first purchased by J Jack 17/11/1864.

      In 1858 Green Gull, then known as Green Valley, was by 3000 miners. There was also quartz mining in the area in the 1860s. The area had a Wesleyan Church, school and hotel in the 1860s.

      Heritage Inventory Description

      STONE RUIN - Heritage Inventory Description

      Physical Conditions: Damaged/ruins

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