Objects of Substance- Front Fence

It is obvious from this 1955 photograph that the fence was definitely in need of repair.

The Board finally approved the plans in June the following year and also decided to seek the advice of a civil engineer and surveyor. Tenders were received in September but, by April 1959, plans for the front fence had still not been finished because neither the architect, civil engineer, nor surveyor had pointed out that a low concrete wall was also required on one side of the main gate to hold it up. After two and a half years, the costing was finalised and the front fence was finally built. It took less time to build the School’s new Science Learning Centre!

Two views of the front gate (1990 and 1985) with the wrought iron gate echoing the iron work on the building behind it. The brass plaque announcing ‘Girls Grammar School’ now adorns the front door of the Main Building.