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Wandong and Heathcote Junction Memorial Park

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Wandong, VIC 3758

Description

Located in Australia, Wandong and Heathcote Junction Memorial Park is a travel destination that offers a range of activities for all to enjoy.

The park can be found on the Epping-Kilmore Road, conveniently situated near the town center and train station. Visitors to the park will discover a playground, skate park, war memorial, and bush fire memorial. The bush fire memorial commemorates those who lost their lives from Wandong and Heathcote Junction in the Black Saturday Fires of 2009, providing a place to remember and reflect while paying tribute to the victims of this tragic event.

Apart from the park's features, Wandong and Heathcote Junction are rich in heritage and are a substantial part of Mitchell Shire's history. The town was designed by entrepreneur Robert Affleck Robertson, who arrived in the town circa 1884 and built an extensive tramway network to Mt Disappointment. Today, visitors can explore the historic Wandong Public Hall, which was built from donated timber from the Australia Season Timber company in 1901 and officially opened in 1902. The hall was first known as the Wandong's Mechanics Institute and Free library and celebrated its centenary in 2002.

The best things to see and do in Wandong and Heathcote Junction Memorial Park are to visit the skate park, playground, war memorial, and bush fire memorial. Visitors can spend hours exploring the different features that the park offers. They can also relax on the grounds and enjoy a picnic while taking in the park's serene surroundings. Exploring the historic Wandong Public Hall and learning about the town's rich heritage is another activity that visitors can enjoy. The hall provides visitors with an opportunity to step back in time and get a

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Parks: Regional Parks

Location

Wandong, VIC 3758

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