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Sandhurst Savings Bank (former)

Other Names State Bank (former) ,  Port Phillip Savings Bank (former) Location 337 Hargreaves Street, BENDIGO VIC 3550 - Property No 176240 Level Included in Heritage Overlay

[1/1] Sandhurst Savings Bank,

Statement of Significance

A savings bank has operated in Bendigo since 1855. The present building is a distinctive example of bank architecture in the conservative classical style and an essential element of this historic city. It is an important work of the architects Reed and Barnes exhibits several special features which characterise this firm's work. Most notable is the distinctive composition of solid projecting wings and void loggia. However, the horizontally resolved arcade, the 6quat pilasters and square columns are also significant.