| Source: |
Go to the NT Heritage Register for more information. |
| Identifier: |
4 |
| Location: |
Lot 6571(A), Town of Darwin. Corner of the Esplanade and Smith Street. |
Local
Government: |
Not Available |
| State: |
NT |
| Country: |
Australia |
Statement of
Significance: |
The Administrator's Offices served as the Court House from 1884 and were associated with the consolidation of settlement in Darwin during the South Australian period. The building was used by the Navy as the headquarters of HMAS Melville from 1942 until December 1974. The Administrator's Offices represent the continuing presence of the Crown in the settlement of the Northern Territory - first as the Court House and now as the office of the vice-regal representative. |
| Description: |
Porcellanite stone buildings with encircling verandahs to the former police station and courthouse. The buildings are typified by simple gable roofs with minimal overhang and encircled by wide split verandahs. |
