Paddington Town Hall

Paddington Town Hall is a Victorian-style town hall on Oxford Street in Sydney featuring a striking 32-meter clock tower. The building displays Corinthian pilasters and Roman-arched windows that run along the street frontage.

Henry Parkes laid the foundation stone in 1890, with architect John Edward Kemp overseeing construction between 1890 and 1891. The building was completed during a period of major development in the suburb.

The building has served as a gathering place for the community since its opening and now hosts multiple uses that shape local life. Visitors and residents use the spaces for various purposes, making it a social hub in the neighborhood.

The building is located at 249 Oxford Street in the inner eastern suburb of Paddington and is easy to reach. Its central position makes it a clear landmark for visitors exploring the area.

Premier Joseph Carruthers activated the clock mechanism in 1905 at a ceremony linked to peace negotiations between Russia and Japan happening at that time. This event connected the building to an international moment of historical importance.

Location: New South Wales

GPS coordinates: -33.88526,151.22581

Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:03