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The tree commemorates George Throssell, a former Premier of Western Australia who attended school in the District. The tree also commemorates Parliament Week in October 1985.
George Lionel Throssell CMG was the second Premier of Western Australia. He served for just three months, from 15 February to 27 May 1901, during a period of great instability in Western Australian politics.
Location
Address: | South Terrace & Sandgate Street, Memorial Park, South Perth Civic Centre, South Perth, 6151 |
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State: | WA |
Area: | AUS |
GPS Coordinates: | Lat: -31.988056 Long: 115.867222 Note: GPS Coordinates are approximate. |
Details
Monument Type: | Tree |
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Monument Theme: | People |
Sub-Theme: | Government - State |
Link: | http://adb.anu.edu.au/ |
Dedication
Approx. Monument Dedication Date: | October-1985 |
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Front Inscription
Source: MA, ADBPlaque :
This tree was planted to honour Hon. George Throssell
Premier of Western Australia
1901
Who attended school in this District
Commemorating Parliament Week in Western Australia
October 1985
Sponsor : ALCOA of Australia
Monument details supplied by Monument Australia - www.monumentaustralia.org.au