Historical information

The McLeods, were the original holders of the Orbost station. Sir William Clarke bought the station from McLeod Bros. Sir William was a very fine man and noted for his
philanthropic actions. He finally cut up and sold the Orbost station and presented 10 acres of land to the people of Orbost for a show and recreation ground.
Sir William Clarke had taken over the Orbost run from the McLeods in 1870. (more info. July 2006 Newsletter)
When Sir William died the property was owned by his son, Rupert who offered the land for sale at 4 pounds per acre. No sale resulted and the property was leased for a few years until in 1898 it was subdivided and sold to many of Orbost's first families. (info. from In Times Gone By- Deborah Hall)
This house was located on the western side of Forest Road. Orbost.

Significance

This is a pictorial record of one of the first residences in Orbost.

Physical description

A black/ white photograph of a large wooden house. It has a verandah at the front and sides. There are three children two girls and a boy - standing on the verandah to the left of the door. The house is surrounded by gardens.

Inscriptions & markings

on front - Orbost Home Station