Post Office

Launceston Architecture A

Post Office

Launceston, Tasmania 7250, Australia

Created By: University of Tasmania

Information

Location: corner Cameron Street and St John Street

Year: 1890

Architect: Government Architect/Corrie and North

Builder: James Hill/J & T Gunn

Style: Neo-Romanesque/Queen Anne

Notes: The clock tower was added in 1908. Note the relief carvings over the main entrance and their representation of local flora (eucalyptus leaves), prefiguring elements that would become 'Federation' style

This point of interest is part of the tour: Launceston Architecture A


 

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