Cowley House(1946—1976)

For your application

The information below will assist you to fill out Part 2 of the Application for Redress.

Name of institution:
Cowley House
Institution type:
Community Services
Street:
580 George Street
Suburb or town:
SYDNEY
State:
NSW
Postcode:
2000
Country:
Australia

About institution

Institution included through:
Cowley House
Also known as:
Cronulla Childrens Home
Notes:
Cowley House was opened in 1946 and was situated on Oakes Street, Cronulla. It was formerly the Cronulla Children's Home. It was run by the Sydney City Mission for both boys and girls. Cowley House was closed in 1976. This institution is included in the Scheme as part of Mission Australia.

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