OUR HERITAGE AT RISK -  QUEENSLAND - 2008

Place:      CairnsYacht Club

Threat:    Destruction

Significance:

The Cairns Yacht Club was opened on 27 July 1920. It replaced an earlier building which had been severely damaged by a cyclone. As well as providing a training and competition base for yachting enthusiasts, the Club served as a social and recreational facility for Cairns. During the Second World War the lower section was given over to naval purposes. The upper clubroom has continued to be used as a venue for social events.

Statement of Risk:

The building is located on the Esplanade in Cairns. Following nomination to the Queensland Heritage Register in 2002, the Cairns Yacht Club was not entered. Although nominated to the National Heritage List, it was not entered. This section of Trinity Inlet is subject to redevelopment.

Degree of Risk:                   Immediate risk - no solution agreed

Threats/Risks:                    Destruction

Fate/outcome:                     Surviving

The Club reportedly has been given 100 days notification to demolish.

Bibliography:

http://www.environment.gov.au/heritage/laws/publicdocuments/pubs/105769.doc