Old Gladstone Gaol, 19th-century correctional facility in Gladstone, South Australia.
The structure features an observation tower, central dome, chapel, morgue, and multiple cell wings constructed from local Gladstone stone.
Built between 1879 and 1881, the prison implemented a model plan from Bristol Prison in England to address regional prison overcrowding.
The facility introduced a new visiting system in South Australia, with iron gratings placed nine feet apart and warders positioned between prisoners and visitors.
The prison closed to the public in June 2022 for maintenance work, including gutter replacement, roof repairs, and structural improvements.
The first inmate arrived on June 8, 1881, yet early reports noted that the only permanent resident was a cat named Lady Jane Grey.
Inception: 1881
GPS coordinates: -33.26200,138.35600
Latest update: March 18, 2025 18:54
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