General Post Office, Hobart, Heritage post office building in Hobart, Australia
The General Post Office stands at the intersection of Elizabeth Street and Macquarie Street, featuring a prominent clock tower and Edwardian architectural elements.
The foundation stone was placed in 1901 by the Duke of Cornwall and York, later King George V, with the building completion occurring in 1905.
The building represents the evolution of Australian postal services, combining functionality with architectural excellence through its stone facades and arcaded entry.
Current postal services operate from Monday through Friday, with guided tower tours available on specific Saturdays to view the clock mechanism.
Explorer Roald Amundsen transmitted his South Pole expedition success message to Norway's king from this post office in 1912.
Location: Tasmania
Location: City of Hobart
Architects: Alan Cameron Walker
Architectural style: Edwardian architecture
Address: 9 Elizabeth St, Hobart TAS
GPS coordinates: -42.88240,147.33000
Latest update: March 13, 2025 11:41
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