UNIVERSITY of ADELAIDE INVENTORY MONUMENTS

25 Pages·2007·1.98 MB·English

UNIVERSITY of ADELAIDE
INVENTORY
MONUMENTS AND STRUCTURES

2007

McDougall & Vines
Conservation and Heritage Consultants
27 Sydenham Road, Norwood
South Australia 5067
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CONTENTS

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1.0 INTRODUCTION 1
1.1 Background
1.2 Significant Trees
1.3 University Art Collection – Outdoor Sculpture

2.0 NORTH TERRACE CAMPUS 2
2.1 Description of North Terrace Campus
2.2 Memorial to Sir Thomas Elder
2.3 Memorial to Sir Walter Watson Hughes
2.4 Mitchell Gates and Victoria Drive Fence
2.5 Exhibition Stairs
2.6 Library Stairs
2.7 North Terrace Fence

3.0 WAITE CAMPUS 17
3.1 Description of Campus
3.2 Waite Arboretum

4.0 ROSEWORTHY CAMPUS 20
4.1 Description of Campus
4.2 John Ridley Memorial Bust

APPENDIX: List of Outdoor Sculptures on University of Adelaide Campuses

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1.0 INTRODUCTION

1.1 Background

The University of Adelaide Heritage Listed Structures Inventory prepared by McDougall and
Vines in September 2004 provides a summary inventory for heritage listed structures and
structures of heritage value.

This report is an adjunct to the building inventory and provides an inventory of additional heritage
listed and potential heritage assets which are not classified as buildings or not included in the
extent of heritage listed fabric of buildings.

The format of this report follows that of the building inventory

1.2 Significant Trees

The University has arboriculture reports on the trees in the North Terrace, Waite, Roseworthy
and Thebarton campuses. These reports identify species, map their location and provide
information on size, health and structural condition with recommendations for arboriculture
treatment. These reports are held by the Support Services section of Property Services. It
should be noted that the trees within the Waite Arboretum are not included in the Waite campus
arboriculture report. These are managed separately as a collection through the Director of the
Waite Arboretum.

The Significant Trees Act covers metropolitan trees but the University, as part of the Institutional
Precinct of the City of Adelaide, has not been surveyed by the Adelaide City Council. Trees on
campuses outside the metropolitan area are not covered by the Act.

An individual tree can be listed as a State Heritage place under the Heritage (Directions) Act
2005 or as local heritage place if it has ‘special historical or social significance or importance
within the local area’, under criteria in Section 23(4) of the Development Act 1993. Apart from
the whole of the Waite Arboretum, which is a State Heritage place, no specific trees on University
campuses have been identified as such to date. A review of the heritage value of individual trees
across all campuses may be warranted in the future.

1.3 University Art Collection – Outdoor Sculpture

The University of Adelaide has a number of outdoor sculptures, not all of which have historic or
heritage value, but which are works of art in their own right. These are managed by the Art and
Heritage Collections section of Corporate Information, Finance and Infrastructure. Advice and
information on these art works, listed in the Appendix to this report, should be sought from that
section.
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2.0 NORTH TERRACE CAMPUS

2.1 Description of North Terrace Campus

North Terrace Campus as the original campus of the University, contains the most significant
heritage buildings within the University's ownership. These heritage buildings have been
previously examined in the University of Adelaide Heritage Listed Structures Inventory prepared
by McDougall and Vines in September 2004.
Assessment of the campus indicates that there are also a number of additional State Heritage
listed assets that are not classified as buildings. These include:
• Memorial to Sir Thomas Elder
• Memorial to Sir Walter Watson Hughes
• Mitchell Gates and Victoria Drive Fence (also included in the Structures Inventory
Report)

In addition, there are two sets of stairs which link upper and lower levels within the North Terrace
Campus. These are:
• Exhibition Stairs
• Library Stairs
The Exhibition Stairs are recommended for inclusion on the State Heritage Register.

Sections of the original stone and cast iron fence to North Terrace also remain and should be
conserved.
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Location of significant monuments and structures on the North Terrace Campus

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2.2 Memorial to Sir Thomas Elder

2.2.1 Asset Information
Name: Memorial to Sir Thomas Elder
Location: In front of the Elder Conservatorium off Goodman Crescent, North Terrace Campus
Date of Construction: Unveiled in 1903. Sculptor Albert Drury
Description: Bronze statue of Sir Thomas Elder standing on a tall granite pedestal decorated
with bronze reliefs on three sides and a bronze shield on the fourth.
Heritage Status: State Heritage Register
Summary Statement of Heritage Value: The memorial commemorates the life of Sir Thomas
Elder, one of South Australia's greatest benefactors. As founding member of the wool selling
firm of Elder Smith and Co., Elder left bequests for workingmen's homes, the Art Gallery, Botanic
Gardens, Zoological Gardens, hospitals and churches. The University of Adelaide was the
largest single recipient of his contributions, and the continued existence of the University in its
founding years was ensured by Elder’s financial assistance. This association with the University
is reinforced by the location of the memorial in the ‘front lawn’ of the University.
Current Use and Occupants: Not Applicable.

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2.2.2 Reports and Studies
The following reports are held by Property Services
Conservation
(cid:131) Conservation of Sir Thomas Elder Sculpture, Treatment Report for Adelaide
University, Maxim Consulting Services, June 2000
This report details the work undertaken on the monument, including surface cleaning and
treatment. The report recommends treatment to be carried out twice a year (preferably towards
the end of March and September to avoid heat and overcast conditions).
Technical and Services
(cid:131) Relocation of Monument
Documentation as part of landscape upgrade of Goodman Crescent.

2.2.3 University Obligations
Stakeholders:
None recorded.
Bequests and conditions:
Nil

2.2.4 Future Management Strategies
Guidelines for retention of heritage value:
The statue of Sir Thomas Elder is included on the State Heritage Register and should be
maintained in good condition to retain its heritage value.
Additional documentation required:
None at this stage.
Approvals process and requirements:
The statue of Sir Thomas Elder is included on the State Heritage Register and any further works
proposed will require Development Approval from the State Heritage Branch.
Heritage Advisory Services required:
Services may be obtained from conservation and heritage consultants with experience in
monuments and statues. Conservation architects or heritage officers from the State Heritage
Branch or Artlab can also advise on the appropriate processes for any works prior to these being
undertaken.
Adaptation parameters: Nil
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Relocation of the memorial to Sir Thomas Elder
(Photos taken on 31st January 2005)
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2.3 Memorial to Sir Walter Watson Hughes

2.3.1 Asset Information
Name: Memorial to Sir Walter Watson Hughes
Location: In front of the Mitchell Building, North Terrace Campus
Date of Construction: Unveiled in 1906. Sculptor F J Williamson
Description: Bronze statue of Sir Walter Watson Hughes seated on a rectangular granite
pedestal.
Heritage Status: State Heritage Register
Summary Statement of Heritage Value: The memorial commemorates the life of Sir Walter
Watson Hughes. Hughes made significant contributions to the economic development of the
State, his foresight leading to the discovery of copper in the Wallaroo mines. He supported
major cultural and educational activities and helped to found the University of Adelaide.
The memorial is located in front of the Mitchell Building, which was the first building to be erected
on the University grounds.
The statue and pedestal are the only known examples in South Australia of the work of noted
English sculptor Francis Williamson.
Current Use and Occupants: Not Applicable.

2.3.2 Reports and Studies
These reports are held by Property Services
Conservation
(cid:131) Conservation of Sir Watson Hughes Sculpture, Treatment Report for Adelaide
University, Maxim Consulting Services, May 2001
This report details the work undertaken on the monument, including surface cleaning and
treatment. The report recommends treatment to be carried out twice a year (preferably towards
the end of March and September to avoid heat and overcast conditions).
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2.3.3 University Obligations
Stakeholders:
The family of Sir Walter Watson Hughes
Bequests and conditions:
Sir John Duncan Hughes bequeathed money in his will in 1913 to the University of Adelaide to
assist in keeping clean and repairing the statue.

2.3.4 Future Management Strategies
Guidelines for retention of heritage value:
The monument of Sir Walter Watson Hughes is included on the State Heritage Register and
should be maintained in good condition to retain its heritage value.
Additional documentation required:
None at this stage.
Approvals process and requirements:
The monument of Sir Walter Watson Hughes is included on the State Heritage Register and any
further works proposed will require Development Approval from the State Heritage Branch.
Heritage Advisory Services required:
Services may be obtained from conservation and heritage consultants with experience in
monuments and statues. Conservation architects or heritage officers from the State Heritage
Branch or Artlab can also advise on the appropriate processes for any works prior to these being
undertaken.
Adaptation parameters:
Nil

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