The main entrance to the inner west suburb of Breakfast Point. Just inside the gates is the historic gate house for the former Mortlake Gas Works of the Australian Gaslight Company on this site from 1884 to 1998. The site was redeveloped to create a high density residential area with houses and high rise apartments. The historic gate house and offices have been retained and reused.
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What happened to the Gas Works? Who took over the site? Is the gate house protected,?
ReplyDeleteThe process of extracting gas from coal was discontinued when natural gas from interior Australia was piped in. The site was redeveloped into housing but the gate and some of the buildings have been kept for their heritage value.
DeleteThat's quite an impressive entrance!
ReplyDeleteI love seeing good properties repurposed instead of torn down.
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ReplyDeleteIt is impressive to think that the site served such a vital role for over a century before transitioning into the suburb it is today. Preserving architecture from the late 1800s provides a sense of continuity as the area evolves. The structure looks well-maintained, acting as a sturdy link between the industrial past and the modern community. You might find it interesting to visit the latest update on the blog at https://www.melodyjacob.com/
ReplyDeleteBreakfast point is an interesting name, have a nice weekend.
ReplyDeleteBreakfast Point is an interesting name for a development. Beautiful sky in the picture.
ReplyDeleteCrisp looking sky. Lovely entrance. Take care.
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