Cemetery

Item details

Name of item: Cemetery
Type of item: Archaeological-Terrestrial
Group/Collection: Cemeteries and Burial Sites
Category: Cemetery/Graveyard/Burial Ground
Location: Lat: 0 Long: 0
Primary address: Ocean Drive, Laurieton, NSW 2443
Parish: Camden Haven
County: Macquarie
Local govt. area: Port Macquarie-Hastings
All addresses
Street AddressSuburb/townLGAParishCountyType
Ocean DriveLaurietonPort Macquarie-HastingsCamden HavenMacquariePrimary Address

Statement of significance:

This cemetery is representative of rural settlement in the area, typically now providing for a number of scattered villages or localities. It continues to provide a focus for the religious beliefs of the community, and is representative of the monumental mason's art and skills. It possesses the potential to contribute to the study of historic settlement, its social, economic and religious structure. It includes members of the Longworth and Laurie families.

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Description

Construction years: 1886-
Physical description: Archaeological Features:

General cemetery, divided into sections according to religious denomination. Range of grave markers from the late 19th Century to present.

Physical condition and/or
Archaeological potential: 		Intact structure
Further information: Arch/Landscape Features

General cemetery, divided into sections according to religious denomination. Range of grave markers from the late 19th Century to present.
Current use: Monument/cemetery
Former use: Monument/cemetery

History

Historical notes: Dedicated on 15th January 1886 includes areas for church of England, Roman Catholic, Presbyterians, Wesleyans, Independents, Jews, and a general area.

Historic themes

Australian theme (abbrev)New South Wales themeLocal theme
4. Settlement-Building settlements, towns and cities Towns, suburbs and villages-Activities associated with creating, planning and managing urban functions, landscapes and lifestyles in towns, suburbs and villages (none)-
9. Phases of Life-Marking the phases of life Persons-Activities of, and associations with, identifiable individuals, families and communal groups (none)-

Assessment of significance

SHR Criteria a)
[Historical significance] 		This item is assessed as historically significant locally.
SHR Criteria d)
[Social significance] 		This item is assessed as socially significant locally.
SHR Criteria e)
[Research potential] 		This item is assessed as scientifically significant locally.
SHR Criteria g)
[Representativeness] 		This item is assessed as socially representative locally.
Assessment criteria: Items are assessed against the PDF State Heritage Register (SHR) Criteria to determine the level of significance. Refer to the Listings below for the level of statutory protection.

Recommended management:

Maintenance

Listings

Heritage ListingListing TitleListing NumberGazette DateGazette NumberGazette Page
Local Environmental PlanPort Macquarie-Hastings Local Environmental Plan 2I13623 Feb 11   
Local Environmental Plan - LapsedHastings Local Environmental Plan 2001HS013606 Aug 93 864439
Heritage study HS0136   

Study details

TitleYearNumberAuthorInspected byGuidelines used
Hastings Heritage Study1991HS0136Suters Architects Snell  Yes

References, internet links & images

None

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Data source

The information for this entry comes from the following source:
Name: Local Government
Database number: 1730136

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