The Morwell branch of the Bank of New South Wales opened at 224A Commercial Road on Monday, March 31st. 1952. The first manager was Mr. C. M. Giersch.
In October 1958, work commenced on clearing the site for the bank’s new premises at 228 Commercial Road. The site was on the eastern side of the “Advertiser” newspaper office. The existing branch building was situated on the western side.
Mr. Best Overend was the architect for the project. L. R. Parrick Pty Ltd of Morwell was engaged as the building contractor.
The building’s frontage measured 27 feet and was set back from the street a distance of 11′ 6″ to facilitate easy public access and to provide a covered entrance as protection against the elements.
The new premises opened for business on 16th. April 1959. The manager was Mr. G. R. Davine . Morwell’s original manager, Mr. Giersch, transferred to Inglewood in 1955.
The changing faces of the Bank of New South Wales
