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WALKERVILLE LIME KILNS
WALKERVILLE SOUTH, South Gippsland Shire

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Statement of Significance

Note: The Walkerville Lime Kilns are on the Victorian Heritage Register (H2043). Please refer to the VHR citation for the statement of significance. This statement of significance describes the importance of the place at the local level.

What is significant?
The former Walkerville Lime Kilns, constructed by Bright Bros. between 1878 and 1888, at Walkerville South.

Why is it significant?
The former Walkerville Lime Kilns are of local historic, aesthetic and technical significance to South Gippsland Shire.

Historically, the kilns are the most visible reminder of the former Lime Burning Operation and demonstrate the early history of development and settlement of this area. Because of their accessibilty, they provide a significant opportunity for interpretation. (AHC criteria - A.4 and D.2)

Aesthetically, although somewhat diminished, the remaining kilns provide a dramatic and evocative reminder of the former lime burning operation and are a local landmark in the Walkerville area. (AHC criterion - E.1)

Technically, they are highly important as a locally rare example of early industry, where the technique of lime burning can still be interpreted through the remnant buildings and structures. (AHC criterion - F.1)

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    • Physical Description 1

      WALKERVILLE LIME KILNS - Physical Description 1

      It is recommended that the former Walkerville Lime Kilns be added to the Schedule to the South Gippsland Planning Scheme Heritage Overlay as an individual place, and be nominated for inclusion on the Victorian Heritage Register.

      Extent of Designation: To be determined following further investigation.

      Conservation Recommendations Further detailed investigation is required to determine the full extent of all buildings, works and objects associated with the use of this area by the former Lime Burning Operation - this could be carried out in conjunction with Parks Victoria who are the managers of this area. It would be desirable to erect interpretive signage that explains the history of Lime Burning in this area. See also Heritage Policy.

      Heritage Study and Grading

      Heritage Study and Grading

      South Gippsland - South Gippsland Heritage Study

      Author: David Helms with Trevor Westmore
      Year: 2004
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