The Beginning
As Newstead grew, the Baptist Tabernacle acquired land on Elphin Road for a new church. The £272 purchase was completed in 1904.
The Beginning
As Newstead grew, the Baptist Tabernacle acquired land on Elphin Road for a new church. The £272 purchase was completed in 1904.
The Foundation Stone
On 14 June, William Dubrelle Weston, President of the Baptist Union of Tasmania, laid the foundation stone before a gathering of clergy and local residents.
The Foundation Stone
On 14 June, William Dubrelle Weston, President of the Baptist Union of Tasmania, laid the foundation stone before a gathering of clergy and local residents.
The Church Opens
Designed by Launceston architect Frank Tyson and constructed by Hinman and Wright for approximately £430, the Gothic-style brick church opened on 29 October 1905.
The Church Opens
Designed by Launceston architect Frank Tyson and constructed by Hinman and Wright for approximately £430, the Gothic-style brick church opened on 29 October 1905.
Generations of Worship
For nearly a century, the church served Newstead’s Baptist community. It became an independent congregation in 1917, before amalgamating with Christ Church Baptist Church in 2001.
Generations of Worship
For nearly a century, the church served Newstead’s Baptist community. It became an independent congregation in 1917, before amalgamating with Christ Church Baptist Church in 2001.
A Creative Chapter
Passing into private ownership for the first time, the former church became an art studio and community space under its new owner, Sarah.
A Creative Chapter
Passing into private ownership for the first time, the former church became an art studio and community space under its new owner, Sarah.
A New Purpose
Acquired by Thomas and James, the former church was adapted to become the headquarters of Thomas & Associates. Its restoration brought new life to the building while retaining its distinctive Gothic architecture.
A New Purpose
Acquired by Thomas and James, the former church was adapted to become the headquarters of Thomas & Associates. Its restoration brought new life to the building while retaining its distinctive Gothic architecture.
Our Home
More than 120 years after opening, the church continues to welcome people through its doors. Today, 99 Elphin Road is home to Thomas & Associates.
Our Home
More than 120 years after opening, the church continues to welcome people through its doors. Today, 99 Elphin Road is home to Thomas & Associates.
Our home. Our standard.
Chapter VI
People
