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Conference Paper

Author
Brown, E. T.
Title
Construction and Restoration of the Brisbane Customs House
In
9th National Conference on Engineering Heritage: Proceedings
Imprint
Institution of Engineers, Australia, Melbourne, Victoria, 1998, pp. 195-202
ISBN/ISSN
1858256843
Url
https://search.informit.org/doi/10.3316/informit.547603799520405
Abstract

The Customs House is an important and spectacular part of Brisbane's built heritage. For several decades following its opening in 1889, it played a central role in the commercial life of the city. After a history of modification and a short period of dis-use, the building was restored and adapted for re-use in 1994. This paper provides an overview of the history and significant features of the building. It highlights some features of engineering interest including foundations, retaining walls and drainage.

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