IOOF Building (Adelaide)

The IOOF Building in Adelaide consists of two significant structures related to the Independent Order of Odd Fellows (IOOF). The first, built in the late 19th century, served as the Grand Lodge's headquarters but was demolished in the 1960s to make way for a new Reserve Bank office. The second building, completed in 1963, is a six-storey office that houses various services and businesses of the Grand Lodge. It reflects the evolution of voluntary health insurance in Australia, particularly after the introduction of Medicare in 1975, which led to a shift in the Lodge's focus towards investment and insurance services. The building has undergone renovations, including the addition of a new Lodge meeting room, and celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2013, making it a notable site for both tourists and researchers interested in the history of fraternal organizations and health services in Australia.