List of State Register of Heritage Places in the Shire of Broomehill-Tambellup facts for kids

The State Register of Heritage Places helps protect important historical sites in Western Australia. This list is managed by the Heritage Council of Western Australia. As of 2023, the Shire of Broomehill-Tambellup has 215 places listed as heritage sites. Out of these, five are considered so special that they are on the State Register of Heritage Places.

What are Heritage Places?

Heritage places are buildings, areas, or objects that are important because of their history, culture, or beauty. They tell us stories about the past and how people lived. Protecting these places helps us remember our history and learn from it. The Heritage Council makes sure these special places are looked after for future generations.

Special Places on the State Register

The State Register of Heritage Places lists the most important historical sites in Western Australia. As of 2023, five places in the Shire of Broomehill-Tambellup are on this very important list. These places are recognized for their significant history and unique features.

• St Elizabeth's Anglican Church: This church, also known as St Elizabeth of Hungary Anglican Church, is located at the corner of Janitor and Davine Streets in Broomehill. It has a long history, once serving as a police station and court house.
• Broomehill Shire Hall and Road Board Offices (former): Found at 30360 Great Southern Highway in Broomehill, this building used to be the Town Hall and Sheridans Hall. It played a big role in the local government and community events.
• Jones's Buildings (former): Located at 10 Journal Street in Broomehill, this building was once known as the Broomehill General Store. It was a central spot for shopping and community life.
• St Peter's Church: This church, sometimes called the Church of the Wildwoods or St Peter's Anglican Church, is on Pindellup Road in Pindellup. It's a significant historical church in the area.
• Martinup: This site at 1841 Broomehill-Gnowangerup Road in Broomehill East includes the Martinup Homestead and its old outbuildings. It was also known as Martinup Spring (or Soak) and represents an important part of the region's farming history.

Other Heritage-Listed Places in Broomehill-Tambellup

Many other places in the Shire of Broomehill-Tambellup are also listed as heritage sites, even if they aren't on the State Register. These places are still very important to the local history and character of the area. They include old hotels, post offices, schools, and even some historical ruins or sites where important events happened.

Here are some examples of these interesting places:

• Broomehill Hotel: Known before as the Imperial Hotel, it's on Jasper Street in Broomehill.
• Broomehill Post Office and Quarters: Located at the corner of Journal and India Streets in Broomehill, this building served as a vital communication hub.
• Presbyterian Church (former): This building at the corner of Journal and Jasper Streets in Broomehill has had many uses, including a Road Board Hall and is now the Historical Society Museum.
• Tambellup Post Office: Found at the corner of Crowden and Norrish Streets in Tambellup, it's another important historical post office.
• Tambellup Hotel: This hotel is on Garrity Street in Tambellup.
• Agricultural Hall (former), Tambellup: Located on Norrish Street in Tambellup, this building was once the Shire Hall and Road Board Offices.
• Tambellup Railway Station (former) Precinct: At 20 Garrity Street in Tambellup, this site was once a busy railway station and is now known as The Wool Station.
• Broomehill War Memorial: This memorial is at the corner of Jasper and Ivy Streets in Broomehill, honoring those who served.
• Tambellup War Memorial: Located on Norrish Street in Tambellup, this memorial also pays tribute to service members.

These places, whether on the State Register or the local heritage list, help us understand the rich history and development of the Shire of Broomehill-Tambellup. They are like open-air museums, each with a unique story to tell about the past.

Images for kids

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  St Elizabeth's Anglican Church in Broomehill.

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  The former Broomehill Shire Hall.

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  The historic Jones's Buildings in Broomehill.

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  Martinup homestead and outbuildings.

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  The Broomehill Hotel, formerly the Imperial Hotel.

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  The Broomehill Post Office.

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  The former Presbyterian Church, now the Broomehill Museum.

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  The Tambellup Post Office.

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  The Tambellup Hotel.

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  The former Agricultural Hall in Tambellup.

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  The former Tambellup Railway Station.

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  The Shire of Broomehill Offices.

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  The Broomehill War Memorial.

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  The R.S.L. Hall in Tambellup.

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  The Tambellup War Memorial.

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  The Tambellup Railway Stationmaster's House.

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  Another view of the former Tambellup Railway Station.