St John's Anglican Church was dedicated and consecrated on 9 July 1882 by Bishop Matthew Hale. Prior to this, Anglican services had been held in the home of George Downs, who was largely responsible for establishing the church.
The St John's Anglican Church was officially opened and blessed on 9 July 1882 by Bishop Matthew Hale. Before that, Anglican services had been conducted at the home of George Downs, who was instrumental in setting up the church.