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Bank Of Victoria

Other Names Stock & Station Agents ,  Aertex Factory ,  Cellular Clothing Co Ltd ,  Central Tyre Service ,  Church of England Girls Grammar School Location 622 High Street, ECHUCA VIC 3564 - Property No B1325 File Number B1325 Level Local

[1/1] B1325 Bank of Victoria

Statement of Significance

Was the original Bank of Victoria which opened in 1863. Built between 1858-1860 the attractive building has double doors opening onto a wooden railed balcony. French windows opened onto a brick paved, vine covered verandah at the rear. The front office featured a large cedar counter.

Following the closure of the Bank a Dr Fowler resided and practised in the early 1890's. It was then used as a Church of England Girls Grammar School between 1902-1907. The Rev. Arthur Tress was responsible for the founding of the school. In 1907 McKenzies and Co., Stock and Station Agents purchased the building. After using it for some time it was leased to a private family until sold to become the Aerlex Factory in 1946. It was purchased by the Central Tyre Service in 1962 .

First Classified 14/09/61
Revised: Classified Local 03/08/98
Part of Historic Area, Classified 07/07/69.