Kyneton in Macedon Ranges Shire, Victoria, Australia — Oceania

Old Bank of New South Wales

(Museum)

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Old Bank of New South Wales Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Dean Barton-Ancliffe, August 31, 2026

1. Old Bank of New South Wales Marker

Inscription. The Bank of NSW built 1855-56 is one of Victoria's oldest. The bank moved to Mollison Street closing this branch in 1904, the building then being used as a residence. The Shire of Kyneton (1865 to 1994) purchased it in 1969 for a museum.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Colonial Era • Industry & Commerce. A significant historical year for this entry is 1855.

Location. 37° 14.655′ S, 144° 26.931′ E. Marker is in Kyneton, Victoria, in Macedon Ranges Shire. It is at the intersection of Piper Street (Victoria Route C793) and Powlett Street when traveling west on Piper Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 67 Piper Street, Kyneton VIC 3444, Australia. Touch for directions.

Regionally, it is in Oceania,

in Australasia,

in the Pacific Ocean,

in South Pacific,

on the Pacific Rim,

in the Western World,

and in the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once a British colony.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Kyneton Museum - National Trust (here, next to this marker); Kyneton Museum

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(a few steps from this marker); Royal George Hotel (about 210 meters away, measured in a direct line); Old Butter Factory (about 240 meters away); Congregational or Independent Church (approx. 0.2 kilometers away); Willis Steam Mill (approx. 0.3 kilometers away); G.W. Willis's Mill (approx. 0.3 kilometers away); Kyneton Gasworks Community Park (approx. 0.3 kilometers away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Kyneton.

Also see . . . Kyneton Museum. Macedon Ranges Naturally Cool

Housed in a grand bluestone building dating from 1856, the Kyneton Museum offers a fascinating glimpse into everyday life in Kyneton and the surrounding Macedon Ranges. Originally built as a Bank of New South Wales, the heritage-listed building still retains its original character, with the former banking chamber now hosting changing exhibitions and the upstairs bank manager’s residence recreated to reflect life in the late 1800s.

Beyond the main building, explore a collection of historic outbuildings and displays including the original bluestone stables, kitchen and laundry, Theaden Cottage, farm machinery, wagons and carriages. The museum’s
Photographed by Dean Barton-Ancliffe, August 31, 2026

2. Museum Opening Marker
collection of around 9,000 objects brings local stories to life, covering everything from furniture, costumes and fine china to saddles, tools and agricultural equipment.

Located right in the heart of Kyneton’s iconic Piper Street, the museum is an easy addition to a day exploring the town’s heritage buildings, galleries, independent shops, cafés and restaurants. It’s also a great stop for history lovers and families looking for things to do in Kyneton and the Macedon Ranges.

(Submitted on October 8, 2026, by Dean Barton-Ancliffe of Rowville, Victoria.)

Old Bank of New South Wales and Marker to the left of the Door image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Dean Barton-Ancliffe, August 31, 2026

3. Old Bank of New South Wales and Marker to the left of the Door

Credits. This page was last revised on October 11, 2026. It was originally submitted on October 8, 2026, by Dean Barton-Ancliffe of Rowville, Victoria. This page has been viewed 6 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on October 8, 2026, by Dean Barton-Ancliffe of Rowville, Victoria. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.