Commonwealth Offices Building

The Commonwealth Offices Building features a four-story structure with a raised middle section, incorporating elements of Edwardian Baroque architectural design at Treasury Place.

Built in 1912 under the direction of John Smith Murdoch, this building represented Melbourne's position as the seat of Commonwealth Government until 1927.

The interior design combines three different types of marble from the Bruthen district with decorative woodwork and a curved staircase in the entrance foyers.

Located at 4 Treasury Place, the building contains numerous government offices and departments, with strong rooms designed for secure document storage.

The structure includes a round tower with convex glazed windows and bluestone steps that originally led to a dedicated entrance for the Prime Minister.

Location: City of Melbourne

Inception: 1912

Address: 4 Treasury Place, East Melbourne VIC 3002

GPS coordinates: -37.81243,144.97721

Latest update: March 17, 2025 08:46