The history of the Malanda Pavilion /Igloo dates back to WW2. It was built in 1943 as a theatre for the Kiari-Dimbula army camp. The camp was used as a training & rehabilitation facility for troops post fighting the Japanese in PNG. It was purchased by the Malanda show Committee and moved to its current location at the Malanda showgrounds in 1946/47. It was unanimously decided to re-name the building "The Patrick English Pavilion" in honour of the secretary of the show society to whom much of the societies success was attributed. (Source: 'Malanda Notes' The Cairn's Post 1948)
Patrick English (white shirt) photo taken circa 1946/47.
The Patrick English Pavilion is one of only three surviving igloos of its type in QLD. It is the iconic landmark in Malanda. Combined with the showgrounds and Malanda Falls, The Patrick English Pavilion helps defines the identity - what sets Malanda apart - from all other towns.
The Patrick English Pavilion is a much-loved building, rich in history, that is an important part of the social tapestry of Malanda to a lot of people. It is also an integral part of the Malanda Show. Over the last 77 years it has hosted countless dances, balls, weddings, special events, ceremonies, cabarets, speech nights, meetings and other special events. The Malanda show would simply not be the Malanda Show without this much loved building. The wonderful displays which are a show highlight including the children's Lego building displays, showcases of kindy & school activities, agricultural, art and craft, flower, plant and photographic displays - the list goes on and on.
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