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Former London Chartered Bank of Australia

Other Names ANZ Bank ,  E.S.& A. Bank Location 88-90 Bourke Street and Cnr Exhibition Street,, MELBOURNE VIC 3000 - Property No B0468 File Number B0468 Level State

[1/1] B0468 Former London Chartered

Statement of Significance

The London Chartered Bank of Australia was erected in 1870-71. The architect was Leonard Terry. The three storey structure is faced with stone and has recently been extensively renovated and restored. The ground floor was originally chamfered at the corner.
An unusual bank by Leonard Terry in that it is three storeys high. With its stone facade, it is a fine example of Terry's delicate style and is indicative of the rigid dictums of conservative classicism in which he designed. It occupies a prominent corner position and terminates the long row of buildings leading to Parliament House.
Classified: 31/07/1958