Fairy Knoll, Heritage site in Eastern Heights, Ipswich, Australia.
Fairy Knoll features a two-story brick structure with a pyramid roof and lantern, illuminating the central staircase through large stained glass windows.
Built between 1897 and 1901 for timber merchant Thomas Hancock Junior, the residence reflects the settlement pattern of successful local families in Ipswich.
The Federation Filigree architectural design incorporates intricate timber screens, slender columns, and decorative brickwork, representing late 19th-century Australian residential style.
The property served as a maternal and child welfare center, known as the Jefferis Turner Centre, from 1952 until 1986, providing healthcare services.
During World War II, the elevated position of Fairy Knoll made it an effective spotter's tower for monitoring activities over Ipswich and surrounding areas.
Location: Queensland
GPS coordinates: -27.62680,152.77000
Latest update: March 4, 2025 23:45
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