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Former Tottenham RAAF Stores Depot

Other Name

West Industrial Park

Location

Ashley Street BRAYBROOK, Maribyrnong City

File Number

Original Hermes No: 28348

Level

Statement of Significance

The Tottenham RAAF depot is of regional historical significance as a major part of the Second World War defence build-up which was concentrated in the inner Western Suburbs. The place has important historical associations with other Air Force facilities such as Laverton and Point Cook RAAF bases and assists in understanding the function and complex interdependence of the numerous defence and munitions supply facilities. (Criterion A4) The buildings are also of local architectural interest as distinctive examples of functional Commonwealth Department of Works design, adapted to the particular use, in this case storage and inventory control of a vast range of military supplies and equipment. The place has local social significance as a major employer in the district following the Second World War.

(Criterion A3) Surviving rows of Cypress and Eucalyptus trees demonstrate the contemporary landscaping associated with this large Commonwealth utilitarian urban design plan.

Group

Military