The dwelling was built in 1898 by architect William Street-Wilson, as a residence for Sir David Hunter, General Manager of the Natal Government Railways from 1897 to 1906. It was declared a National Monument under old NMC legislation on 23 September 1983.
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Colinton, 68 Ridge Road, Durban
Sir David Hunter Image source
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Sir David Hunter Image source
South African History Online. (2011, July 14). Colinton, 68 Ridge Road, Durban. South African History Online. https://sahistory.org.za/xh/ref/P-0065953
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