Albany Courthouse, Granite and red brick courthouse in Albany, Western Australia.
The Albany Courthouse is a two-story building constructed from granite and red brick with rounded front corners, situated at the intersection of Stirling Terrace and Collie Street. Its granite arched entrances and solid stonework create a formal presence that anchors the town's streetscape.
Construction began in 1896 on the site of the former state school, with architect George Temple-Poole completing the building in 1898. The courthouse emerged during a period when Albany was establishing itself as a major administrative center for the region.
The courthouse displays the Royal Coat of Arms carved from Sydney sandstone, reflecting how English legal customs took root and remain part of the community's identity.
The courthouse is accessible to visitors from Monday to Friday when it functions as a Magistrates Court for both civil and criminal matters. Plan your visit around the midday break when operations pause.
The granite arches at the entrances were built using dry stone construction, where stones fit together without mortar to create precise architectural patterns. This skilled technique required careful shaping of each stone to ensure perfect alignment.
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