South African (Boer) War MemorialPrint Page 
The sandstone obelisk which was originally a fountain, commemorates those from the District who died in service or were killed in action during the South African (Boer) War. In addition to the names of the soldiers, there are two marble insets showing crossed swords and helmet.
The helmet bears a plate of the New South Wales Military Forces. The other has crossed rifles with bugle underneath. On the butt of one of the rifles the number can be clearly seen " 10 N.S.W. ".
The monument was restored in 2008 and the information plaque was added in 2009.
Location
| Address: | Lachlan Street, Memorial Park, Condobolin, 2877 |
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| State: | NSW |
| Area: | AUS |
| GPS Coordinates: | Lat: -33.090389 Long: 147.148528 Note: GPS Coordinates are approximate. |
Details
| Monument Type: | Monument |
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| Monument Theme: | Conflict |
| Sub-Theme: | Boer |
| Actual Event Start Date: | 11-October-1899 |
| Actual Event End Date: | 31-May-1902 |
| Designer: | R. Parkhill & Sons (Waverley, NSW) |
Dedication
| Actual Monument Dedication Date: | Friday 31st July, 1903 |
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In memory of soldiers of Condobolin and District who lost their lives in the service of the Empire, In South Africa 1899 - 1902.
This monument was erected as a tribute of respect by the residents of the District.
In Mmemory of
Lieut. Robert White
Sergt. George W. Davidson
Trooper John Wardell
Trooper Robert Cameron
South African War Memorial
Unveiled July 31, 1903 by Sir John See, Premier of NSW.
This Boer War Memorial Fountain, was originally placed at the intersection of Bathurst and McDonnell Streets and remained there until 1964 when it was relocated to its present site within the Memorial Park.
The monument was built from a single block of yellow Waverley sandstone in order to maintain the uniformity of colour an texture. It stand 18 feet hugh and weighs 8 tons.
In addition to the names of the soldiers who lost their lives, one marble inset shows crossed swords and a helmet, which bears a plate of the New South Wales Military Forces. The other marble inset has crossed rifles and a bugle. The guns are an exact replica of the Lee-Metford rifle used in the Boer War. The monument is unique in this respect, as no other in the State has guns of a similar design.
The moulded and carved sprays depict a laurel wreath and ribbon on two sides, the other two a laurel and oak spray.
Prior to its removal, the two small alcoves each contained a brass drinking tap and copper cup attached with a brass chain. Around the base of the monument posts and chains were placed in two semi circles, leaving openings at each end for access to the taps, The monument was originally fitted with gas lights, lit at night by the town lamplighter. Contractors were the well known masons R. Parkhill & Sons of Waverley, Sydney, personally carved by J. W. Parkhill at his studio.
Monument restoration 2008 Informative Plaque 2009
Condobolin & District Historical Society, Condobolin R.S.L. Sub Branch.
With assistance from the Lachlan Shire Council`s Local Heritage Fund.
