Daylesford Courthouse Precinct
Photographs by Hin Lim
Photographs by Hin Lim
Photographs by Hin Lim
The Property
The Daylesford Courthouse Precinct is a relatively early example of a typical regional Police Reserve that developed during the Victorian Gold Rush of the 1850s and 60s. It has undergone many changes since its establishment as a 'Camp and Police Reserve' of about 50 acres in 1854, on the crest of Wombat Hill. Key features of the site include the courthouse (1862-63), the police quarters (1875), the lock-up (1862) and the modern Multi-purpose Building (2003).
Working Heritage was appointed to manage the site in 2018 and has since undertaken extensive conservation works to the courthouse building to help protect it into the future.
Current Use
The Daylesford Neighbourhood Centre currently lease the entire site, providing an invaluable resource for training, education, and support for the local community.
Visiting the Property
The site is consistently open to the public, with the Daylesford Neighbourhood Centre operating Monday-Thursday 9:00AM-4:00PM and Friday 9:00AM-1:30pm, while the Reserve grounds provide extensive views over the town and surrounding district are accessible 24 hours per day, seven days per week.
Acknowledgment
Working Heritage acknowledges that the Daylesford Courthouse sits on the land traditionally owned by the Dja Dja Wurrung peoples.
