Heritage Houses of New Junction – 22 Junction Parade

Council has resolved to retain four New Junction buildings and their front setbacks.

The Local government Inventory describes 22 Junction Parade building as a “late federation era single storey brick and iron former residence built c1915 which has undergone alterations and additions but the original design intent of the place remains discernible. The original façade of the place remains extant with symmetrical presentation incorporating twin shallow bays flanked by a centrally place entrance.”

“The place has aesthetic value as a demonstration of a Federation Queen Anne style residence executed in brick which retains some original detail and form.

The place has historical value for its association with the development of this portion of Midland in the early 20th century. The place has historic value for its association with the Murdoch family from 1915 to the 1980’s who were active members of the Midland community. The place has had social value as a demonstration of the scale and form of housing for professional men and their families on the early 20th century.”