Properts Building (formerly the Trocadero) is a rare example of a purpose built roller skating rink of the late 1880’s. At the time it was built it was also reputed to be the largest and most elegant rink in Australia. The wrought iron roof trusses over the rink are very fine, elegant and early examples, typical of railway buildings of the time, and represent the development of iron and steel technology in the late 19th century. The operable roof over the clerestory is also of technological significance and extremely rare in Australia, possibly unique. The building is a rare Sydney example of a Victorian Flemish style commercial building with free style Gothic detailing. (Design 5 Architects 1995)

Source:

NSW Heritage Branch

Location:

69-77 King Street, Newtown, NSW

Longitude:

151.186054554

Latitude:

-33.8929181351