St Chad's

Before the construction of the wooden church, Anglican services were held in the open air and private homes. Through community fundraising efforts, sufficient funds were raised, and the foundation stone was laid in May 1906 by Archdeacon Whitington. The event was attended by a large gathering from the local community.

Inclement weather greeted the community on the morning of the church’s official opening, but by midday, the sun was shining. On 13th August 1907, Bishop Mercer formally opened and dedicated St Chad’s, with a large crowd of locals and school students in attendance, the latter having been granted a holiday for the occasion. St Chad’s was officially part of the parish of Buckland.

For decades, the church served as a spiritual and social hub for the residents of Levendale. However, as the population declined and church attendance waned, the Anglican Church considered closing the building. In 2011, the local community mounted a determined effort to save St Chad’s, demonstrating their deep connection to the historic structure. Despite their efforts, the church was eventually sold and converted into a private residence, marking the end of its ecclesiastical function but preserving its legacy as a significant historical landmark in the region.

The final service was held on the 14th Nov 2010.

By September 2017, the former church, having been repurposed as a private residence, re-entered the property market, reflecting yet another phase in its evolving history. The structure, rich in both architectural and cultural heritage, retained many of its original ecclesiastical features, seamlessly integrated into its residential adaptation. Baltic pine walls and ceilings, complemented by Tasmanian Oak dado boards, evoked a sense of warmth and craftsmanship, while the stained-glass windows served as a striking reminder of its sacred past. The sale of the property marked a significant moment in the ongoing narrative of adaptive reuse, illustrating the enduring appeal of historical structures reimagined for contemporary living.