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Williamstown, VIC - Church of Christ

Year Built: n/a

Address: 119 Douglas Parade, , Williamstown Victoria, 3016

Williamstown, VIC - Congregational (Former)

Year Built: 1870

Address: 60 Stevedore Street, , Williamstown Victoria, 3016

The church was built in 1870 - 1871 in the Gothic style to the design of Joseph Schneider. The building was sold in 2006.

Williamstown, VIC - Holy Trinity Anglican

Address: 2 Pasco Street, , Wliiamstown Victoria, 3016

TThe first Church building on the current Nelson Place site was a prefabricated iron structure, brought out from England by ship. The interior was described in 1866 as having a tolerable comfortable but temporary appearance, there being a nave and two side aisles. The current bluestone Church, designed by Melbourne architect Leonard…

Williamstown, VIC - St Andrews Presbyterian

Year Built: 1870

Address: 87 Cecil Street, , Williamstown Victoria, 3016

The first services in Williamstown in connection with the Presbyterian church were conducted in 1853 in a boat shed where the present Customs House now stands. The Church is of Gothic Revile style designed by archetect Ross and Taylor using bluestone and in the stlye of the Wesleyan church in St Kilda. The tower was completed in 1934.…

Williamstown, VIC - St Mary's Catholic

Year Built: 1856

Address: 116 Cecil Street, , Williamstown Victoria, 3016

Fr Geoghegan was Victoria's pioneer priest, and for six years, was Williamstown's first resident pastor. Dublin-born, zealous, and 34-years-old, he landed in the Port Phillip district of New South Wales in 1839, aboard the square-rigged coaster Paul Pry. He was a driving force behind the building of the village's first church.…

Williamstown, VIC - St Stephens Uniting

Year Built: 1956

Address: 179 Melbourne Road, , Williamstown Victoria, 3016

Established in 1886 as North Williamstown Presbyterian Church. The original church building is now the church hall and was relocated when a new church was built in 1956. The Foundation stone was laid by The Right Reverend S.A. Goddard on 19 July 1958. The Architect was Keith Reid and built by W.H. Langdon and Sons.

Williamstown, VIC Uniting

Year Built: 1876

Address: 35 Electra Street, , Williamstown Victoria, 3016

The church is a former Methodist church designed by Crouch and Wilson. The church and residence were both constructed in 1876.

Willow Tree, NSW - Catholic

Year Built: 1954

Address: 25 Learmouth Street, , Willow Tree New South Wales, 2339

A Foundation stone reads, " This Foundation stone of this Church dedicated to the Immaculate heart of Mary was solemnly blessed and laid by The Most Rev E.J. Doody D.D. Bishop of Armidale Sunday May 9 1954 Very Reverend M. Tully R.I. Parish Priest".

Willow Tree, NSW, St Oswald's Anglican

Address: 7 Cadell Street, , Willow Tree New South Wales, 2339

Willowie, SA - Uniting (Former)

Year Built: 1923

Address: 6 - 8 Church Street, , Willowie South Australia, 5431

Between 1877 and 1900 Bible Christians served this area. Without accurate dates located these postings may have been as a locum.

Willunga, SA - St Joseph's Catholic

Year Built: 1845

Address: 12 St Jude Street, , Willunga South Australia, 5172

In April 1845 Bishop Murphy celebrated the First Mass in Willunga (probably in a private home) and returned in 1847 to help organise the building of a Church. A collection was taken up which realised 72/10/- and the decision was made to build a church. Father Michael O'Brien was appointed, but never resided in the parish. When visiting…

Willunga, SA - St Stephen's Anglican

Year Built: 1884

Address: St Andrew's Terrace, , Willunga South Australia, 5172

The original church of St Stephens was constructed in 1848 as the centre for the Church of England Parish of Myponga, Yankalilla, Meadows and Port Elliott, as well as the Willunga District. It was located on Aldinga Road, further out of town, but was replaced by the current building, located in the centre of Willunga, in 1884. The old…

Willunga, SA - Uniting

Year Built: 1896

Address: St Judes Street, , Willunga South Australia, 5172

Formerly a Wesleyan Methodist church. Willunga was the first country circuit for the large Wesleyan Church in South Australia. This is the fourth church built on this site. The first church was opened in 1844. A second larger church was built alongside it in 1848, later to become the Sunday School Hall, still in use. In 1856/57 a…

Wilmington, SA - Christ Church Anglican

Year Built: 1885

Address: 15 Main North Road, , Wilmington South Australia, 5485

An Historical board at the front of the church reads, " Christ Church was built early 1885 at a cost of £436 ($872) to accommodate 148 worshippers. It was opened on August 23rd 1885 by George Wyndham Kennion, the Bishop of Adelaide. Previously, regular services were held in the local courthouse. A fine toned bell weighing 102 pounds…

Wilmington, SA - St Alexis & St John Nepumucene Catholic

Year Built: 1908

Address: 16 Cudmore Terrace, , Wilmington South Australia, 5485

A Heritage board at the front of the church reads, " The Wilmington Catholic Community was first served by the Jesuits at Sevenhill until about 1873. In 1874, Fr. B. Nevin was appointed Parish Priest of the newly formed "All Saints Parish" Port Augusta. Wilmington became part of this new and very large parish. Wilmington parishoners used…

Wilmington, SA - St John's Lutheran

Year Built: 1891

Address: Cnr Willowie and Magpie Roads, , Wilmington South Australia, 5485

The Church was built by the three Lutheran Congregations. A Foundation stone reads, "1891".

Wilmot, TAS - Uniting

Address: 54 Main Road, , Wilmot Tasmania, 7310

At a meeting, held on March 23, 1898 at the home of Mr. J.T. Brain to arrange for the building of a Wesleyan Church, those present were Rev. C.O. Lelean, Messrs Quaile, J. Geale, J. and G. Kerkharn, Brain (3) and W. Evans. A piece of land was offered by Mr. Geale for a church site on the Sheffield Road. The building committee was to…

Wilston, QLD - Presbyterian

Year Built: 1963

Address: 28 McGregor Street, , Wilston Queensland, 4051

A plaque reads, " Wilston Presbyterian Church dedicated to the Glory of God by Rev Wm Young B.A. 23rd November 1963".

Wilston, QLD - St Alban's Anglican

Year Built: 1928

Address: 47 Lovedale Street, , Wilston Queensland, 4051

A Foundation stone reads, " A.M.D.G In Honour of St Albans the Martyr and in memory of those who fell in the Great War this stone was laid on November 11th A.D. 1928. By the Rev Canon Stevenson MA first Vicar of this Parish". This brick church was opened on Anzac Day 1929

Wilston, QLD - Trinity Grove Uniting

Year Built: 1954

Address: 1 Hawdon Street, , Wilston Queensland, 4051

A Foundation stone reads, "Wilston Methodist Memorial Church to the Glory of God in memory and gratitude to those who died and all who served in World Wars 1914-1918 and 1939-1945 this stone was laid by Rev George E Holland President of the Conference 27th November 1954. Henry W Prouse Minister, Leslie R Draper Secretary, Eric R P…

Wilton, NSW - Anglican

Address: Argyle Street, , Wilton New South Wales, 2571

Winchelsea, VIC - St John the Baptist Catholic

Year Built: 1892

Address: Corner Mercer & Harding Streets, , Winchelsea Victoria, 3241

As early as 1842, Catholic pioneers living in the isolated and sparsely settled Western District of Victoria received occasional visits from a priest, to minister to their spiritual needs. He was Fr Michael Stephens O.S.A. who moved to Geelong in September that year. As far back as 1855, Dean Fitzpatrick V.G. had applied for a grant of…

Winchelsea, VIC - St Thomas' Anglican

Year Built: 1860

Address: Corner Barwon Terrace & Hopkin Street, , Winchelsea Victoria, 3241

A substantial country church designed by Nathaniel Billing in the Early English manner and consisting of nave, chancel and vestry. It was erected in 1860-1 under the supervision of Edward Prowse of Geelong. The stained glass artist, William Montgomery (1850-1827), designed and made several windows for the church including a…

Winchelsea, VIC - Uniting

Year Built: 1869

Address: 26 Hesse Street, , Winchelsea Victoria, 3241

Formerly a Presbyterian church the first services were held in the Shire Hall on 19 September 1869. During 1869 the Rev. T. M. Fraser and the Rev. J. Brownlie were commissioned to visit Winchelsea with respect to the formation of a charge there.* The Church was official opened on 30 April 1871. The stonework was completed by W Lauder,…

Windermere, TAS - St Mathias's Anglican

Address: 431 Windermere Road, , Windermere Tasmania, 7252

The Booklet reads in part, The Church owes its foundation to Dr. Matthuis Gaunt, who arrived in Tasmania (then known as Van Diemen's Land) by the ship 'Eliza,' from London on May 2nd, 1831. The Church was completed in 1843. The local newspaper reports that one boat from Launceston laden with bricks for the church was sunk in deep…

Windsor Gardens, SA - Uniting

Year Built: 1965

Address: Pitman Road, , Windsor Gardens South Australia, 5087

A Foundation stone was laid on 4 July 1965 which read, "To the Glory of God this stone was laid by W.H. & B.C. Pitman Foundation members of the Gillies Plains Methodist Church Trust on 4th July 1965.

Windsor, NSW - St Matthew's Anglican

Address: 1 Moses Street, , Windsor New South Wales, 2756

A Georgian Church, constructed entirely by convict labour using sandstock bricks and sandstone. Governor Lachlan Macquarie invited Francis Howard Greenway to draw up plans for a permanent church however the contract was awarded to Henry Kitchen, architect and builder. William Cox - who had been commissioned in the New South Wales…

Windsor, QLD - Holy Rosary Catholic

Address: 15 Roblane Street, , Windsor Queensland, 4030

Windsor, SA - Uniting (Former)

Address: 12 - 14 Windsor Street, , Windsor South Australia, 5501

Windsor, VIC - St Demetrios Greek Orthodox

Address: 380 High Street, , Windsor Victoria, 3181

Winton, QLD - St Patrick's Catholic

Year Built: 1970

Address: 51 Cork Street, , Winton Queensland, 4735

The Church has seen three church buildings. The second was blessed by Bishop Terence Mc Guire. In 1935 he blessed the Foundation Stone for a new St Patrick's Church. The new church was completed in 1939 and was blessed and opened on 7th May by Bishop H.E. Ryan the second Bishop of Townsville. This Church was burnt down in 1967. A…

Winton, QLD - St Paul's Anglican

Address: 72 Cork Street, , Winton Queensland, 4735

Winton had its first resident Minister when Bishop Dawes, the first Bishop of Rockhampton, invited several English clergymen to form a Bush Brotherhood. The St. Andrew's Bush Brotherhood had its headquarters in Longreach and supplied Ministers to Winton until a resident vicar was appointed in 1916. Brother Perry arrived in 1898. In…

Wirrabara, SA - Lutheran

Year Built: 1921

Address: 1 Radiata Street, , Wirrabara South Australia, 5481

A wall stone reads 1921. A Foundation stone on the Church Hall reads, " The Lord is my Shepherd Psalm 23 Verse 1. 4-3-62".

Wirrabarra, SA - St Augustine Catholic

Year Built: 1931

Address: 45A Callinstom Street, , Wirrabarra South Australia, 5481

A triple-gabled Gothic church, the Church was blessed and opened by the Right Rev. Dr. Killian, Bishop of Port Augusta. A Foundation stone reads, " A.M.D.G. In Fide Et Caritate 1st June 1930". The inside measurements of the Church, which is of Gothic design, are 44ft. x 22ft., the height is 12ft. from floor to ceiling. The sanctuary is…

Wirrabarra, SA - St Margaret's Anglican

Year Built: 1909

Address: 39 High Street, , Wirrabarra South Australia, 5481

Services were held in the first Institute until St Margaret’s Church opened in 1909. A Foundation stone reads, " St Margaret's Church this stone was laid by Fannie Wood Nov 29th 1908". A wall plaque reads, " To the Glory of God this building was consecrated by The Lord Bishop of Willochra Rt Rev T.E. Jones MBE ThD 8th November 1964".

Wirrabarra, SA - Uniting

Address: 11 Fifth Street, , Wirrabarra South Australia, 5481

A Foundation stone reads, "AD Sept 12". A metal plaque on a stone in the church grounds reads, " These stones were initially part of a Wesleyan Church erected in third street Wirrabara in 1876. After Methodist Union in 1900 the building was sold to Mr. Ern hunt who used the stone to build a house which was eventually demolished in 1978.…

Wirrulla, SA - St Deny's Anglican (Former)

Year Built: 1966

Address: 8 Dickinson St, , Wirrulla South Australia, 5661

A Foundation stone reads, " To the Glory of God this stone was laid by Mrs F. A. Doley 27th February 1966".

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