Port Adelaide Maritime Heritage

comprising

Waterside Workers’ Federation Hall, the ketches “Falie” (also known as “Hollands Troaw”) and Nelcebee, Customs House, North Bank Marine (slips, dock & surrounding buildings & waterways), and Port Adelaide Sailing Club.

High risk of destruction and deterioration

·         South Australia’s oldest and most significant port

·         Diverse Maritime heritage in one location

·         Social and historic heritage values with high levels of authenticity and integrity

·         Boat building and other traditional waterfront industries are central to identity of the port

The Port of Adelaide was one of South Australia’s earliest settlements, and has historically been the major port of entry to the State. Its diverse maritime heritage including historic buildings, ketches and waterfront working areas, provides an insight into building techniques and life of the early port.

THREAT:
Lack of appropriate maintenance, and in the case of Port Adelaide Sailing Club and the Waterside Workers Federation Hall, the threat of demolition from Port Adelaide waterfront development.

DESIRED OUTCOME/VISION:

Urgent maintenance, and where appropriate, Heritage listing. The Port of Adelaide should be developed as a Maritime Heritage area featuring the two ketches as visible historic icons.

FATE/OUTCOME:

Suffering