Tooradin Foreshore Reserve Precinct

Location

South Gippsland Highway TOORADIN, Casey City

Level

Included in Heritage Overlay

Statement of Significance

What is significant?


The Tooradin Foreshore Reserve, comprising the entrance gateways, jetty and shelter, seawall and associated mature trees, established between c.1930 and c.1960 at Tooradin.




How is it significant?


The Tooradin foreshore Reserve is of local historic, social and aesthetic significance to the City of Casey.




Why is it significant?


Historically, it demonstrates the improvements carried out by the Tooradin community to encourage tourism to the area. (AHC criteria A4, D2)



Socially, it is significant for its strong associations with the local community as a place of recreation over a long period. (AHC criteria G1)



Aesthetically, it is significant as a picturesque environment, which contributes to the amenity, character and identity of Tooradin. (AHC criterion E1)

Group

Urban Area

Category

Mixed Use Precinct