The photographic essay captures the vibrant atmosphere of the 2025 Camden Show, showcasing various activities, displays, and exhibitions. Highlights include the Woolworths produce pavilion, enthusiastic attendance from parents at performances, and contributions from local services like the Rural Fire Service, NSW Fire Brigade, and police, enriching the community experience.
Category: Garden history
Canberra’s Macarthur Garden: a tribute to Australia’s wool pioneers and their contribution to the foundation of the nation
The Macarthur Rose Garden in Canberra commemorates John and Elizabeth Macarthur's pivotal role in Australia's fine wool industry. Donated by their great-granddaughter, Sibella Macarthur Onslow, the garden features roses symbolizing hope and gratitude. Established from 1937-1938, it reflects the connection between the Macarthurs and Australia’s early nationalism.
Share this:
Share this:
Botanic gardens herbarium at Mount Annan wins top architecture award
The National Herbarium of NSW at the Australian Botanic Garden Mount Annan has been awarded the AILA 2023 NSW AILA Awards in the Health and Education Category.
Share this:
Share this:
Goulburn’s Belmore Park, a space of memories and monuments
In central Goulburn is an urban park with formal paths and gardens that dates back Victorian times. The park has evolved to become a landscape of monuments and memorials.
Share this:
Share this:
Sydney’s Royal Botanic Gardens
The Royal Botanic Gardens in Sydney, Australia, cover 29 hectares of gardens and 51 hectares of surrounding parkland. Established in 1816, it is the oldest colonial botanic garden in Australia, attracting 4 million visitors annually. With historical significance dating back to 1788, the Gardens reflect changing landscape styles and serve as a popular public space.
