Hospital and Home

 for the Aged

Bendigo Victoria

The benevolent home is one of Bendigo`s oldest institutions and comprises the main wing, 1868 wing, residence and lodge. It is an outstanding complex of nineteenth century hospital buildings. A distinctive feature of the group is its unity with the slender, paired semi-circular arched windows being a consistent element of each building. The superb Ionic portico is also important. The buildings are set in attractive grounds and are a fine element of this historic city.

Established in 1857 and moved to its present site in 1860. It appears that earliest parts of principal wing date from this time, although portico was not added until 1872. West wing (two storey exposed brick structure with verandah on east facade) dates from 1868. Other structures include - superintendent`s residence and porters lodge. Later works were undertaken by Vahland and Getzschmann

Address: 100-104 Barnard Street, Bendigo, Victoria