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McFarlane gates, Keilor Recreation Reserve

Location

Old Calder Highway; Macedon Street, KEILOR VIC 3036 - Property No 89

File Number

1861

Level

Incl in HO area contributory

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1861 - Brimbank City Council
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Site 089 - McFarlane gates,

Statement of Significance

Individual place statement of significance::
These gates are of local historical significance since they commemorate a prominent citizen and Keilor Shire councillor, John Duncan McFarlane. Cr. McFarlane was also a leading orchardist in the district in the early years of the 20th century.

Precinct statement of significance::
Of State significance as an important remnant streetscape relating to the goldfields era village of Keilor, and with several substantial and intact buildings from the Gold Rush period including the Keilor Hotel, Court House and Police Station.

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