Archive for November, 2007

This stunning but derelict moderne-style tram shed – one of the rare works of reknowned interwar architect Harry Norris – in a heritage overlay was part of a proposal for demolition for a new apartment complex. VCAT ruled that the sheds could be demolished.
The Art Deco Society has further information and updates on this building.

Walking Melbourne has a discussion thread on this topic.

Photo is courtesy of the Age.

It saddens me to learn that a piece of the history of the beautiful and historic city of Bendigo has been lost forever.

The National Trust fought hard to save the facade of the Lyric Theatre (built in 1913) in Bendigo’s historic heart, however Bendigo Bank was adamant that the building make way for a forecourt to the carpark of its shiny new corporate headquarters.

A discussion on Walking Melbourne forums can be found here.