Dismay over 150-year-old house being reduced to rubble
The demolition of a 150-year-old mansion in Launceston, Tasmania has raised concerns about heritage protection. Despite being considered for heritage listing over 20 years ago, the property was never officially listed, leading to its destruction for new development. Local residents and heritage advocates have expressed disappointment, calling the loss 'scandalous' and fearing for other unprotected historic buildings in the area.
- ▪The mansion was built in the 1870s and was demolished this week.
- ▪Heritage Tasmania advised that the property did not meet state-level heritage values, but could have local significance.
- ▪The Launceston City Council is now prioritizing the identification of other properties with potential heritage value.
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Questions raised over demolition of 150-year-old Tasmanian mansionKBy Kelsey ReidTopic:Monument and Heritage SiteFri 22 May 2026 at 6:29amFri 22 May 2026 at 6:29amFri 22 May 2026 at 6:29amThe recently-demolished Launceston home was built in 1870s. (Facebook: Launceston Library)In short:A Launceston home built in the 1870s has been demolished this week, despite being considered for heritage listing over 20 years ago.Neighbours are upset to see the home destroyed for potential new development, saying it will disrupt the historic feel of the street.What's next:An email seen by the ABC states council will prioritise identifying other properties with potential heritage value to prevent the loss of other sites that may have fallen through the…
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