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Small Launch, Freshwater Bay

c. 1955
Overview

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.

Keywords
1950s
Year
c. 1955
Links to additional resources
Claremont Museum. [www.claremont.wa.gov.au]
Last modified
Saturday, 26 September, 2026
Completeness
94
Rights category
Date of creation +70 years
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Claremont Museum, Town of Claremont, Western Australia, 6010
Town of Claremont Museum

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Small Launch, Freshwater Bay
Small Launch, Freshwater Bay
Source: Claremont Museum 05.34b

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