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The City of Albany in Western Australia is home to many special places that are protected because of their history. These are called heritage places. As of 2021, there are 425 such places in Albany. From these, 94 are so important that they are listed on the State Register of Heritage Places. This register is looked after by the Heritage Council of Western Australia.

What are Heritage Places?

Heritage places are buildings, sites, or even natural areas that have a lot of history. They tell us about the past and how people lived, worked, and played. Keeping these places safe helps us remember important events and learn about our community's story. It's like having a giant history book spread out across the city!

Why are they Important?

These places are important for many reasons. They show us different styles of buildings from long ago. They might be where big decisions were made or where important events happened. Some are natural spots that have been special to people for a very long time. By protecting them, we make sure future generations can also see and learn from them.

Types of Heritage Places in Albany

Albany has a wide variety of heritage places. You can find old houses, schools, and community halls. There are also interesting natural sites like Dog Rock or the Oyster Harbour Fish Trap Site. Some places are even old industrial sites, like the Albany Woollen Mills, or parts of the natural landscape, like Two Peoples Bay and Torndirrup National Park.

Protecting Albany's History

The Heritage Council of Western Australia works to identify and protect these special places. When a place is "heritage-listed," it means it's recognized for its historical value. This helps make sure that these sites are looked after and kept safe for everyone to enjoy and learn from. It's a way of celebrating Albany's unique past and making sure its stories live on.

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  • Independent Order of Oddfellows Hall, Albany, April 2022 01

    Independent Order of Oddfellows Hall

  • AlbanySHS2

    Albany Senior High School

  • Moir Warehouse, Albany, April 2022 02

    Moir Warehouse (former)

  • St John's Hall, Albany, April 2022 02

    St John's Hall

  • Treasure's Building, Albany, April 2022 01

    Treasure's Building

  • Premier hotel albany

    Premier Hotel

  • AlbanyFishTrap2

    Oyster Harbour Fish Trap Site

  • VancouversCairn

    Vancouver's Cairn

  • Upper Kalgan Hall 2

    Kalgan Hall (Upper)

  • Torbay Hall, Albany

    Torbay Hall

  • Dalgety's Wool Warehouse, Albany, April 2022 01

    Dalgety's Wool Warehouse

  • Wheeldon's Cottage, Albany, April 2022 02

    Wheeldon's Cottage (former)

  • Dog Rock, 2019 (01)

    Dog Rock

  • House 43 Aberdeen Street, Albany, April 2022 01

    House (former) at 43 Aberdeen Street

  • House 61 Aberdeen Street, Albany, April 2022 02

    House (former) at 61 Aberdeen Street

  • House 65 Aberdeen Street, Albany, April 2022 01

    House (former) at 65 Aberdeen Street

  • McKenzie House Albany

    McKenzie House

  • Albany Woollen Mills Building

    Albany Woollen Mills

  • Moirs Buildings, Albany, April 2022 04

    Moirs Buildings

  • AHG2

    Alison Hartman Gardens

  • TPB1

    Two Peoples Bay

  • Middleton Beach, 2018 (04)

    Middleton Beach

  • Gullrockbeach

    Gull Rock National Park

  • King George Sound from Gull Rock National Park

    King George Sound / Princess Royal Harbour Marine Area

  • Cape Riche 1

    Cape Riche

  • Lower Kalgan Hall

    Lower Kalgan Hall

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