This house has links to so much of Tasmania’s early history! Originally known as the Jolly Farmers Inn, it was built in stages with the basement brick structure dating back to 1826. The house was built by Simon McCullough, an Irish convict pardoned for his role in apprehending a murderer in 1825. It is thought […]
Constructed in 1881 for David Hamilton Hughes (1853-1926), Morville stands as one of the last 19th-century country houses in the Coal River Valley. Situated at the heart of an 1,100 acre property, the eight-roomed house, along with a kitchen and servants' room, formed the central hub of an extensive homestead complex. Unfortunately, the outbuildings, including […]
Commissioned by Mrs. Eveleen Brettingham-Moore (1862-1938), Santa Fe is a manifestation of her Catholic faith and commitment to the Arts and Crafts movement. The house also reflects her mastery in woodcarving—an aspect often overlooked in Tasmania's artistic history. Little is known about Brettingham-Moore’s woodcarving training, but her legacy is embodied in her home and community […]
Richmond Gaol is Australia's oldest intact prison; established in 1825, it predates the penal colony at Port Arthur. Originally a 13.5-square-meter building, overcrowding in the early 1830s led to modifications by Colonial Architect John Lee Archer, expanding the structure with separate wings for male and female prisoners. A two-story addition in 1833 accommodated the gaoler […]
Constructed between 1831 and 1842 by James and Henry Buscombe, 'Richmond's builders,' prominent businessmen and developers responsible for several key local structures. Oak Lodge served as the residence for Henry Buscombe, until purchased by Captain James and Jane Boothe in 1843. The Georgian-style two-story sandstone main house, with basement and attic levels, stands as a […]
Riverside Cottages: two cottages at Richmond Bridge - Reunited Both cottages are sited on the north-west bank of the Coal River directly adjacent to Richmond Bridge, giving panoramic views of the sandstone bridge and Mill House diagonally opposite.
Established in 2020, Killara Distillery is owned and operated by Kristy Lark-Booth and is one of the few distilleries world-wide to be owned and operated by a female. Killara is a boutique distillery producing premium quality, hand crafted single malt whisky and other premium spirits (including very tasty Apothecary Gin!). Each barrel of new-make whisky […]
The house was originally built in 1856 as a steam-powered flour mill run by George Gunning Burn, and later became a butter factory operated by the Nichols family. The derelict property was purchased by artists John and Dorothea (nee Barclay) Eldershaw in the early 1920s and converted into a home and studio – the old […]
Economy House sits on land granted to Joseph Ellerby, pensioner of the 83rd Regiment, in April 1832. Originally a butcher’s shop, it later became private residence. The property's name is thought to have come from a cartage contractor who owned it at the turn of the twentieth century, carting good to an ‘economy’ depot in […]
The Australian Institute of Architects acknowledges First Nations peoples as the Traditional Custodians of the lands, waters, and skies of the continent now called Australia.
We express our gratitude to their Elders and Knowledge Holders whose wisdom, actions and knowledge have kept culture alive.
We recognise First Nations peoples as the first architects and builders. We appreciate their continuing work on Country from pre-invasion times to contemporary First Nations architects, and respect their rights to continue to care for Country.
