Springwood Veterinary Clinic resides in the federation style house “Warrah”. It was built as a guesthouse for the town. The front sandstone fence and garden edging was added later from blockwork taken from another local property "Moorecourt" after its demolition.
Among the heritage listed features are the original double fireplaces and chimneys and French doors onto the wide verandah. The building contains pressed metal ceilings, ornate glasswork and features such as servery hatch and laundry chute. The hardwood floors are Jarrah and the building constructed with Mahogony.
From the 1950's the building was used as a doctor's surgery, first by Dr John Whitehouse and later by Dr Heather Stewart. In 1961 an extension was made to the rear of the building. The large Tulip Tree at the back of the property (now overhanging the highway) was planted in 1954 by Dr Whitehouse's father, another Dr Whitehouse - Veterinary Surgeon.
Among the heritage listed features are the original double fireplaces and chimneys and French doors onto the wide verandah. The building contains pressed metal ceilings, ornate glasswork and features such as servery hatch and laundry chute. The hardwood floors are Jarrah and the building constructed with Mahogony.
From the 1950's the building was used as a doctor's surgery, first by Dr John Whitehouse and later by Dr Heather Stewart. In 1961 an extension was made to the rear of the building. The large Tulip Tree at the back of the property (now overhanging the highway) was planted in 1954 by Dr Whitehouse's father, another Dr Whitehouse - Veterinary Surgeon.
1943 Aerial photograph, SIXmaps
The vet clinic is not seen in this c1905 photo, as it was not built until c1914. It does show the general area however. The buildings (which have been demolished) on the right side of the railway are located at 8-9 Ferguson Rd.
Notes: Looking west from the Springwood platform. On the right is 'Loorana' c.1870, built on the site of Boland's Inn c.1847; itself built on the site of the 1833 military stockade. A NSW Govt Railway tricycle sits beyond the end of the platform with a small flower garden and a penalty warning sign. The large white building in the centre distance is "Homedale", built for J.B. Hoare in 1881, later to become in 1918 the Blue Mountains Grammar School, under its first headmaster E.K. Deane. Format: albumen print |
Notes: Macquarie Road 1915 covering central Springwood
Format: subdivision plan, H.E.C. Robinson publisher Date Range: c. 1915 Location: Springwood Licensing: Attribution, share alike, creative commons Repository: Blue Mountains City Library bmcc.ent.sirsidynix.net.au/client/en_AU/default/ Part of Local Studies Collection: Robinson Maps Provenance: Blue Mountains City Council |
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PRACTICE HISTORY:
Although there were veterinary surgeons servicing Springwood through the late 70's and early 80's, Springwood Veterinary Clinic as we know it was created in 1983 by Dr Robert Johnson. Originally on the main street of town (206 Macquarie Rd), it moved to the current location of 12 Ferguson Rd in 1998. When Dr Johnson moved out of the mountains to follow his interest in reptiles, the practice was purchased by Dr Andrew Thompson. In 2003 Dr Megan Ross purchased the practice and embarked on an extensive restoration process.
Although there were veterinary surgeons servicing Springwood through the late 70's and early 80's, Springwood Veterinary Clinic as we know it was created in 1983 by Dr Robert Johnson. Originally on the main street of town (206 Macquarie Rd), it moved to the current location of 12 Ferguson Rd in 1998. When Dr Johnson moved out of the mountains to follow his interest in reptiles, the practice was purchased by Dr Andrew Thompson. In 2003 Dr Megan Ross purchased the practice and embarked on an extensive restoration process.
Contact Us |
Open HoursMon-Thurs 8:30am-5:00pm
Fri 8:30am-4:00pm Closed weekends |
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In case of an emergency outside of business hours please contact SASH Prospect, ARH Minchinbury or Wellpets Nepean
Acknowledgement of country
We acknowledge the Dharug and Gundungurra people as the Traditional Owners of the land on which we live and work. We honour the First Nations peoples culture and connection to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging.
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Acknowledgement of country
We acknowledge the Dharug and Gundungurra people as the Traditional Owners of the land on which we live and work. We honour the First Nations peoples culture and connection to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging.
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