Drystone Wall, Melton Hill, Heritage stone wall in Townsville, Australia.
The drystone wall at Melton Hill extends along Cleveland Terrace, measuring 1.5 meters in height with stones reaching dimensions of 400 by 300 millimeters.
Built in 1877 by architect Charles Alexander Ward, this wall marked the boundary of James Melton Black's property before becoming part of Townsville's Supreme Court complex.
The wall represents the transfer of European construction methods to Queensland, demonstrated through specific stone placement techniques used by early settlers.
Visitors can find the heritage-listed structure at 2-4 Cleveland Terrace in Townsville's central business district, where it remains under preservation regulations.
This wall stands as the final physical remnant of the former Library and School of Arts building that served as Townsville's primary social venue during the 1800s.
Location: Queensland
GPS coordinates: -19.25550,146.82070
Latest update: March 6, 2025 20:15
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