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Small Launch, Freshwater Bay
c. 1955Overview
Small launch moored on Freshwater Bay with Claremont Baths in the distance.
Historical information
Claremont Baths were situated on the Swan River at the end of Chester Road and opened in March 1902.
The baths were demolished in 1971 after storm damage led to their closure.
On 18 November 1971, the Claremont Council opened an aquatic centre at 12 Davies Road, Claremont.
Details
Details
Registration number
cwa-org-28--5-34-b
Item type
Photographs
Material
Photographic Materials
Contextual information
The launch is likely that owned by the Claremont boat builder Frank Norman Sawkins.
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Links to additional resources
Claremont Museum. [www.claremont.wa.gov.au]
Last modified
Saturday, 26 September, 2026
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Copyright and Reference
Copyright and Reference
Rights category
Date of creation +70 years
Attribution requirements
Acknowledgements to be made to 'Claremont Museum 05.34b'.
Rights holder
Claremont Museum, Town of Claremont, Western Australia, 6010
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