St Francis Xavier's Cathedral, Geraldton
St. Francis Xavier's Cathedral[1] or Geraldton Cathedral is a Roman Catholic cathedral in Geraldton, Western Australia.[2][3] It is the seat of Bishop of Geraldton.[4]
| St. Francis Xavier's Cathedral | |
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  St. Francis Xavier's Cathedral | |
| 28°46′38.4″S 114°36′42.5″E / 28.777333°S 114.611806°E | |
| Location | 7 Maitland St, Geraldton, Western Australia |
| Country | Australia |
| Denomination | Roman Catholic |
| History | |
| Founded | 20 June 1916 |
| Dedication | Saint Francis Xavier |
| Architecture | |
| Architect(s) | John Hawes |
| Years built | 1916 – 1938 |
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| Administration | |
| Diocese | Geraldton |
| Clergy | |
| Bishop(s) | Michael Henry Morrissey |
| Designated | 10 October 1995 |
| Reference no. | 1064 |
History edit
Construction work on the cathedral began on 20 June 1916. The first phase ended with the construction of the nave and the twin towers, topped by two domes, and was completed in 1918. The second phase involved the construction of the crypt, sanctuary and Sisters' Chapel in 1926. The third and final phase, the dome, the transepts and the sacristy were completed and formally opened on 28 August 1938. It is the largest and most imposing work of priest and architect, John Hawes.[5]
Between 2015 and 2017 a A$10 million restoration, conservation, and enhancement project was undertaken.
See also edit
References edit
- ^ St Francis Xavier Cathedral in Geraldton
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- ^ "Register of Heritage Places -Assessment Documentation". inherit.stateheritage.wa.gov.au. Heritage Council of Western Australia. Retrieved 26 March 2020.
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