REES ROAD OUTBUILDING RUINS

199 REES ROAD WEIR VIEWS, MELTON CITY

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  • History

    REES ROAD OUTBUILDING RUINS - History

    Originally this area was part of Simon Staughton's 1856 Exford estate. In 1863 Staughton's estate was subdividied with this allotment (no.1) being purchased by the Closer Settlement Board in 1904. In 1907 Mrs Rebecca Rees purchased this land. After her death in 1911, her executors Mr John Corbet and Mr Hubert Skakell managed the land until the 1920s.

    Interpretation of Site

    REES ROAD OUTBUILDING RUINS - Interpretation of Site

    The features identified in 2001 and 2009 probably represent outbuildings associated with the Rees Farm.

    The recently identifed structure; the wire and stone fenced area in the shape of a wedge, two rectangular cobbled floors and concrete foundation blocks, pertain to a shed (Plates 6-7). The shed dates from the 1960's-1970's as it is absent from the 1961 aerial photograph, but present in the 1976 one. As yet, the function of the other structure has not been determined. Further archaeological investigation is required.

    Historical Significance

    REES ROAD OUTBUILDING RUINS - Historical Significance

    Historical significance due to association with haystacking processes.

    Archaeological Significance

    REES ROAD OUTBUILDING RUINS - Archaeological Significance

    Many cobbled haystack areas exist in Victoria, however the condition of this feature is very good. Subsurface component unknown.

    Heritage Inventory Description

    REES ROAD OUTBUILDING RUINS - Heritage Inventory Description

    The site comprises of a building and a series of cobbled surfaces located in the centre of the property. The building consists of two rectangular cobbled surfaces and eight concrete footings from a shed, situated in a polygonal shaped fenced enclosure. Nearby is another series (three) of cobbled surfaces located in a fenced enclosure.The nearby area is characterised by recent tree plantings. No surface artefacts were identified.

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