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Craignair

Location

242-244 Melbourne Road,, NEWPORT VIC 3015 - Property No B6726

File Number

B6726

Level

Local

Statement of Significance

Craignair,built in 1913-14, is architecturally significant at a local level as a near complete, relatively successfully designed timber "Queen Anne" attic styled house, which is an uncommon style in Newport. It is also a prominent building in the residential streetscape and possesses a notable fence. The building is historically significant at a local level as the residence of the Murdoch family, well-known early contractors in the area, and the occupiers for some 72 years.
Classified: 03/05/1999

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