House at 65 Mason Street
65 Mason Street NEWPORT, Hobsons Bay City
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Statement of Significance
'St Arnaud', constructed by John Henry Whitham in 1913, at 65 Mason Street, Newport.
How is it Significant?'St Arnaud' at 65 Mason Street, Newport is of local historic and aesthetic significance to the City of Hobsons Bay.
Why is it Significant?Historically, it is significant as an illustration of the significant development that occurred in Newport during the Edwardian era and for its association with local councillor and identity John Henry Whitwam. (AHC criteria A4 and H1)
Aesthetically, it is significant as a superior example of an elaborate Edwardian villa that is notable for its ornate and picturesque detailing, including the roof and verandah treatment, which distinguishes it from most other Edwardian-era houses in the City. (AHC criteria E1 and F1)
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House at 65 Mason Street - Physical Description 1
This large weatherboard house is distinguished by its ornate detailing, including the return verandah, the half timbered jettied gable ends of the main roof with their rising sun motifs, and the gablets set into both the verandah and main roof. There are two finely detailed chimneys. The colours are related.
House at 65 Mason Street - Integrity
External Condition
Good
External Integrity
High
House at 65 Mason Street - Physical Description 2
Context
Contributory part of Newport Residential Precinct, being mainly Edwardian-era and inter-war housing.
House at 65 Mason Street - Historical Australian Themes
Making suburbs
House at 65 Mason Street - Physical Description 3
Associations
John Henry Whitham
Heritage Study and Grading
Hobsons Bay - Hobsons Bay Heritage Study
Author: Hobsons Bay City Council
Year: 2006
Grading:
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FORMER NEWPORT RAILWAY WORKSHOPSVictorian Heritage Register H1000
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Newport Railway Workshops (Former)Hobsons Bay City H1000
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