Billilla Mansion

Billilla Mansion, located at 26 Halifax Street in Brighton, is a historic property renowned for its architectural significance and cultural heritage. Constructed in 1878 for gold miner Robert Wright, the mansion underwent significant alterations in 1907 under the design of Walter Richmond Butler, introducing Art Nouveau elements that define its current appearance. The property features a formal garden with heritage-listed trees, a traditional parterre, and a rose garden, all open to the public. In recent years, Billilla has been revitalized to serve as a community hub, hosting arts and cultural events, educational programs, and social enterprise activities, thereby enriching the local community's engagement with its rich history.