  King's Beach bathing pavilion was constructed in 1937 by the Landsborough Shire
Council. The pavilion was built as part of a larger scheme to improve the facilities at
Caloundra, which was growing in popularity as a seaside resort. The pavilion was
designed by CE Plant, and was constructed for a cost of £3030. The building
comprised a small kiosk, entrance vestibule and open air change rooms exhibiting
Spanish Mission architectural influence.
The construction of the Bruce Highway and a connecting road to Caloundra was a
catalyst for Caloundra's growth in the late 1930s. This building is one of the few which
survive from the period which demonstrate this pattern of growth. The King's Beach
Bathing Pavilion demonstrates the development and expansion of Caloundra as a
seaside resort in the 1930s. The building is also significant as an example of a 1930s
public bathing pavilion with its open air change rooms and with the exterior exhibiting
Spanish Mission architectural influences. The building continues to be used as public
toilets and change rooms. Significance Statement from the Sunshine Coast Planning Scheme 2014 Page SC6-102 King's Beach bathing pavilion state listing, local listing |
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