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The Saving of Fairview

The Saving of Fairview

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Linda H.
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Margaret P.
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Barry F.
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Mim M.
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John G.
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Zac C.
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Brett M.
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Paige T.
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Hamish M.
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Gary J.
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Started by Anonymous 16 years, 3 months ago
Fairview is an historic homestead on a property situated in an area of The Central Coast of New South Wales, Australia, called Dubbo Gully, not far from Lower Mangrove. The property is of major significance to the history of the area, with one building there dating back 150 years. It is owned by Gosford City Council, being purchased by them some years ago in readiness for the construction of a major water storage dam just downstream of the house. The location for the dam was subsequently moved upstream and the house still stands as it was then, deteriorating further every year. Those familiar with the heritage want the property saved and restored to its former glory, but as of May 2010, Gosford City Council is yet to give approval with several reasons being given for why it will not be possible to do so. Please make use of this petition to let those in power know that it is imperative that this property be saved. If you are not familiar with the property, please do everything you can to go there and check out the Facebook page The Saving of Fairview and check out the video I produced for the cause. It is certainly worth your while going there and experiencing the area for yourself, but of course the video comes in at a close second. I am sure you will understand immediately why the property MUST be saved. Not only is it of historical importance, it is without doubt one of the most beautiful areas of The Central Coast.

Updates

May 26, 2010

The quiet decay of the homestead remains a difficult reality to confront during my regular visits to the site. I am presently coordinating with local historical societies to gather more concrete evidence of the site significance to present to the council. Your ongoing engagement provides the necessary pressure to keep this conversation active.

May 26, 2010

Reaching this current level of interest confirms that the history held within the walls of Fairview is not forgotten by our community. The momentum we have gained proves that the preservation of our local heritage remains a priority for many people who recognize the value of this site.

8 Comments

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Linda Hastings
2 years ago Featured

Direct descendant of John Robinson buried 1858 & his daughter Ellen & husband Thomas Crumpton buried Greengrove Cemetery.

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Margaret Person
3 years ago Featured

Lovely area. Have taken bush-walking groups there. Would love to see the homestead restored or at least the Asbestos removed and a suitable memorial to the founders erected.

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John Gavin
5 years ago Featured

Being this amazing property back to its former glory and restore the important history

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Gary Delgado
16 years ago Featured

Used to ride my bike out that way all the time as a kid. Such a shame to see the old place falling down when it should be looked after.

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Mark Hale
16 years ago Featured

SAVE IT NOW BEFORE IT FALLS DOWN COMPLETELY

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Susan Richards
16 years ago Featured

My grandfather grew up in the Mangrove area and always talked about Fairview. It is part of our local history and the council needs to stop dragging their feet.

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Barry Fallowfield
4 years ago

Happy to sign

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Brett Miller
7 years ago

This homestead needs to be restored and protected before it's too late