by William Searle | Dec 21, 1923 | History
The official opening began with the arrival of Wollongong Corps Band, augmented by bandsmen from Bulli corps, marching from Crown Street. Many personalities were present, including: Commissioner and Mrs Whatmore and their daughter, Ald Smith (the Mayor) Mr W Davies, M.L.A. Total cost was £1390. The corps is required to pay off a loan, with interest being £2/8/3 per week.
by William Searle | Sep 4, 1923 | History
Work commenced on the building appeal with Adjutant Bob Packer in charge. Local labour was used for most of the work. Local bricks were unprocurable, causing some difficulties. Work included moving the existing building to the rear of the block of land.
by William Searle | Jan 23, 1923 | History
The Salvation Army is new firmly established in Wollongong, in its own premises. These premises are proving to be inadequate for the activities they were undertaking. Under the leadership of Captain Terracini, a building appeal was commenced, under the watchful eye of Brig Goldfinch.
by William Searle | Feb 1, 1905 | History
The Salvation Army was able to rent premises for their own use, on the corner of Keira and Victoria Street. Brother Murphy threw his energies into forming a proper brass band, and finally there were three instrumentalist, with more learning. The name of Tom Epps first appears, as the scribe who reports news to the War Cry. This was their first church building. They raised enough funds to buy this building in September 1912, at a cost of £498/14/2.
The corps officer when they bought this building was Adjutant William Hutchinson, the 41st officer to serve at Wollongong since 1886, and the first to serve for a period longer than 12 months.
