Monomeith Park

490 Monomeith Road MONOMEITH, Cardinia Shire

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Monomeith Park

Statement of Significance

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  • Physical Description 1

    Monomeith Park - Physical Description 1

    This is a large double-fronted weatherboard verandahed farm house, comprised of many wings, with cast-iron verandah detailing which appears to date from the turn of the century. Nearby is a timber stable complex (two blocks) which was transported from the Bourke's Pakenham property. To the east is an old wool shed which was reputedly associated with Old Monomeith (not inspected).
    
    Landscape

    Mature plantings include extensive rows of `Cupressus macrocarpa', Monterey cypress, dating from c1915; yucca; lilly pilly, `Acmena smithii'; loquat, `Eriobotrya japonica'; Canary Island palm, `Phoenix canariensis' x 3; `Photinia serratifolia'; the windmill palm, `Trachycarpus fortuneii'; and pittosporum. Lawn has grown over many of the c1930-40s concrete-edged garden beds. These are in various shapes such as diamonds, rectangles, etc. and were probably intended to be planted with colourful annuals.
    
    A large `Pinus radiata' or Monterey pine, is in the paddock behind the stables.
    
    The former fence (now removed) at the west side of the house was of corrugated iron, while a timber picket fence, painted white, extended along the south side. Early picket fences and a gateways survive along the frontage, as do some paddock fences.
    
    

    Physical Conditions

    Monomeith Park - Physical Conditions

    The house, stables, picket fences and surrounding planting are in good condition

    Historical Australian Themes

    Monomeith Park - Historical Australian Themes

    Principal Australian Historical Theme - Engaging in primary production

    Historical Subtheme - Developing sheep and cattle industries

    Physical Description 2

    Monomeith Park - Physical Description 2

    Associations - Bourke, David, Hugh & Michael; Murphy, William

    Heritage Study and Grading

    Heritage Study and Grading

    Cardinia - Cardinia Shire Heritage Study 1998

    Author: Graeme Butler & Associates
    Year: 1998
    Grading: Local

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