Heritage Convict Sites
Heritage Convict Sites
Heritage Convict Sites
Tasmania
Brickendon and Woolmers Estates
- Located in Northern Tasmania
- A remarkable example of a farming property dating from the 1820s
- The property has been continuously farmed by the descendents of the Archer family
for six generations, who have ensured that the convict built farm complex
- The Georgian country house and formal gardens remain largely intact
Darlington Probation Station
- Located on Maria Island (off the east coast of Tasmania)
- Offers a glimpse into our convict past and the probation system that was unique in
Tasmania
- The 13 structures that remain are set amongst a relatively unchanged landscape,
uniquely demonstrating the philosophy behind the probation system
Port Arthur
- Established in the 1830s
- Was originally a timber station.
- Site of the worst mass murder in post-colonial history in 1988.
- Unique in that it used psychological punishment on convicts held there.
- Rumoured that the waters around the location are shark infested.
Western Australia
Fremantle Prison
- Several hangings were conducted at the prison.
- Closed 1991. It was also known as the Fremantle Gaol.
- Replaced by Casuarina Prison.
- Large riot during 1988 which caused almost $2 million worth of fire damage.
Norfolk Island
Kingston and Arthur’s Vale Historic Area
- Located on Norfolk Island
- Also known as KAVHA
- The area was abandoned by the government twice