THE property developers responsible for demolishing the AC/DC house at Burwood say they knew nothing of the dwelling’s significance and have apologised.
News that the childhood home of Angus, Malcolm and George Young was knocked down has reverberated around the rock world and raised serious questions about the respect Ackadacka get in their home country and Australian society’s wider regard for working class pop culture as opposed to art which is venerated by “the establishment”.
Burwood Council took a defiant tone, saying the property at 2 Burleigh Street had no legal protection despite being placed on a register of significant buildings. The council decided in 2015 not to recommend the house for full Heritage Listing.
But Burwood Square general manager Leon Kmita has adopted a more conciliatory tone, commenting: “We regret that the previous long-term owner did not share this vital part of the property’s background with us.
“Learning about this connection after our plans were already underway has shocked us. We are genuinely sorry for this oversight.
“On behalf of the team at Burwood Square, I want to convey our heartfelt regret.”
The developer plans to put a cafe or bar on the site to honour the band.
Kmita continued: “We now recognise how deeply this location resonates with the AC/DC community and fans worldwide. We feel a strong responsibility to honour AC/DC’s legacy and to make amends to all the fans who hold this band in such high regard.
“While we cannot change the past, we are dedicated to celebrating this significant part of their story. To the global fanbase of AC/DC, please know that we hear you, appreciate your deep admiration for this legendary band, and are devoted to making this right.”
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