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Exploring Elderslie’s Ranch-Style Homes, lost mid-century Camden

Tarn House, a ranch-style residence built in 1963 by Dr. Gordon Clowes in Elderslie, represents Camden's mid-century modern architecture. Clowes, an influential community figure and surgeon, lived there with his family. The house, now lost, was part of a broader trend of ranch-style homes in the area during the 1960s.

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Sarah Ashcroft: Art as a Journey of Healing

The Camden area boasts a vibrant art culture, featuring public art and local artists like Sarah Ashcroft. After retiring from the NSW Police Force due to PTSD, Sarah found solace in drawing, particularly architectural pieces. She aims to preserve local history through her art while promoting awareness about mental health and creativity.

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Exploring Greg Johns’s public art installation outside the Oran Park Leisure Centre

At the front of the Oran Park Leisure Centre is Greg Johns' art installation, Vortex Mandala, which was inaugurated on 21 October 2024. This public artwork reflects swirling patterns symbolizing energy flow and consciousness. Johns, influenced by the Adelaide Hills, aims to create significant public sculptures that engage viewers and enhance the local environment.