Mornington's Royal Public Baths

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The Mornington Baths site holds local historical, social, and archaeological significance. Established in the late 1870s, it showcases the area's development as a seaside resort. The baths are particularly important archaeologically, as they have the potential to yield artefacts that reveal the physical structure and usage of the complex over more than a century.

In 1914, the serene shores of Mills Beach in Mornington became the birthplace of a transformative initiative—the Mornington Life Saving Club (MLSC). Amidst the backdrop of rising community consciousness about water safety, one figure stood out: Olga Bieri, a passionate advocate who wove her personal commitment to life-saving into the very fabric of the club’s founding and early success.

Watch the video below and visit the Mornington Life Saving Club website.

 

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Information from the Victorian Heritage Database Report

Level of significance Heritage Inventory Site Heritage

Inventory (HI) Number H7921-0111

Heritage Listing Victorian Heritage Inventor

History Also known as Irvine's Royal Public Baths the Mornington Baths were constructed in the late nineteenth century and advertised as early as as 1879. During WWII, the sea baths were used for social dances and later became a kiosk and boat hire venue. It came into disuse by 1971. This place/object may be included in the Victorian Heritage Register pursuant to the Heritage Act 2017. Check the Victorian Heritage Database, selecting 'Heritage Victoria' as the place source.

Location

Schnapper Point Drive, Mornington 3931  View Map

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