Charters Towers Police Station, Historic police station in Charters Towers, Australia
Charters Towers Police Station is a red brick building at 49 Gill Street featuring two stories with timber verandahs and architectural details typical of the Federation period. The structure combines working spaces for law enforcement with residential areas within its walls.
The station was built in 1910 according to architect Thomas Pye's design and served as a key administrative center during the gold mining boom. It held an important position in Queensland's law enforcement system at a time when the town was rapidly expanding.
The building shows how people in this mining town created space for law and order during a period of rapid growth. The design reflects what mattered most to a developing community seeking stability and structure.
The building sits in the heart of town and is easy to locate from the main streets. Since it remains an active police facility, public access is limited to certain areas and times.
A severe fire in 1988 destroyed the roof and interior, but the community came together to rebuild it completely. The original red brick exterior was preserved and became the foundation for careful restoration work.
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