War heroes and Highfields honoured digger Sean McCarthy
An arduous fight led by the Highfields Sub-Branch RSL to rename the road leading to the community memorial Sean McCarthy Way was officially won this month. (March 2018)
Signaller McCarthy was on his second tour of duty in Afghanistan when he was killed by an improvised explosive device on July 8, 2009, aged 25.
Former Governor General Dame Quentin Bryce and Victoria Cross recipients Ben Roberts-Smith and Corporal Mark Donaldson attended the ceremony.
Queens Park Gardens (formally known as the Botanical gardens) is a mecca for flower lovers, Queen's Park Gardens feature changing displays of annual plants in beds set against a lush backdrop of lawns, shrubs and towering trees. Numerous picnic tables are scattered throughout this area of the park.
An Avenue of trees originally planted in 1875 creates broad avenues throughout the park.
An all abilities playground is located near the car parking area off Lindsay Street. This play area features a Liberty swing, sound sensor games, musical instruments, touch and feel play panels. The area is accessed by interlinking pathways, other features include picnic tables and a BBQ. Public toilets are conveniently located in this area.
A small oval provides an open space area to enjoy various sporting activities.
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A very extensive children's play area is located adjacent to Margaret Street. A range of equipment provides for all ages - everything from swings to play trains and a real-life steam roller from yesteryear. A large gazebo, picnic tables, BBQ's and seats are scattered throughout this area of the park. To the north east of the play area an open space oval has a cricket pitch.
The Outdoor amphitheatre is used for various outdoor events/performances and is available to hire. Contact us for more information.
Known locally as "Frogs Hollow", the sweeping expanse of grassed ovals near the corner of Hume and Margaret Streets makes an ideal venue for large community events. The area is popular for fundraising activities/static displays with its central location to the City Centre. Public toilets are located in this area - adjacent to Margaret Street.
Godsall Street Ovals is a popular location for various sports including cricket during the summer months. Public toilets are located in this area.
The Dog off-leash area is a popular location with animal owners.
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