House, 48 Lerderderg Street, Bacchus Marsh

The Residence at 48 Lerderderg Street, Bacchus Marsh.

How is it significant?

The Residence at 48 Lerderderg Street, Bacchus Marsh is of local historical significance to the Shire of Moorabool.

Why is it significant?

The Residence at 48 Lerderderg Street, Bacchus Marsh is of local historical significance for its associations with the residential development of Bacchus Marsh and the local builder W. Jones who constructed the house for his brother. Constructed in 1913 it is important as one of the earliest residences constructed in Lerderderg Street representing the 1913 subdivision of land formerly owned by W. H. McFarlane. The residence is of historical significance for its associations with prominent Australians, Frank and Mary Hardy. From the 1930s, Thomas Hardy, the father of Frank and Mary Hardy leased the residence for him and his family. Frank was in his early teenage years by this time and Mary was a young child. Frank was an important and influential Australian writer and political activist, and Mary was equally important as a uniquely talented actress.

Group

Residential buildings (private)

Category

House