Beached Boutique
Moreton Terrace
Brand’s Store has high historic significance for its associations with the State significant person Sir David Brand, who operated the business and was recruited into State politics in the original shop. It was constructed in 1903 and operated for many years as a grocery store. In 1944 it was taken over by David Brand, later Sir David Brand, KCMG, MLA for Greenough (1945-1975) and longest-serving Premier of Western Australia (1959-1971). Brand was recruited to the new Liberal Party at a meeting held in the original shop, below the skylight, in 1945 with Sir Ross McLarty, Premier 1947-1953. The original building is largely encased within the present structure, but the high raked timber ceilings and central skylight can still be seen inside, as well as other features.
Sir David Brand, c1970 I IRME1690
