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Memorial 3 : 05-May-2015
Memorial 3 : 05-May-2015

Photographs supplied by Sandra Brown
The sculpted rock centrepiece surrounded by boulders symbolises the 34 World War One names on the Bombala Cenotaph who died in service or were killed in action in World War One.  It commemorates the centenary of ANZAC and World War One. 

The sculpted basalt rock from Adelong titled ‘Dignity and Permanence’, was created by world renowned Austrian rock sculptor, Andreas Buisman. It is installed, together with the boulders, to create a contemplative space, emanating dignity and the power of permanence. This memorial reflects the country from where these volunteer soldiers came, and hints at where they went. The rocks represent the young men from Bombala lost in World War One, and a particularly prominent boulder came from the property where one of them had grown up. 

Location

Address:Monaro Highway, Gunnago Park, opposite Lavender House, Bombala, 2632
State:NSW
Area:AUS
GPS Coordinates:Lat: -36.905918
Long: 149.242007
Note: GPS Coordinates are approximate.
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Details

Monument Type:Monument
Monument Theme:Conflict
Sub-Theme:WW1
Artist:Andreas Buisman (sculptor)

Dedication

Actual Monument Dedication Date:Friday 24th April, 2015
Front Inscription

remembering our heroes

This memorial of Monaro boulders commemorates 
the Centenary of Anzac (1915 -2015) and of World War 1.
It honours the sacrifices made by all members of the Bombala and 
District communities and their families.


"Dignity and Permanence" created by Andreas
Buisman, sculptor, is installed, together with
the boulders, to create a contemplative
space, emanating dignity and the power
of permanence. This memorial reflects the
country from where these volunteers came
and where they went. 

The boulders represent the young men lost in World
War 1 from the Bombala District. Collectively they
remind us of the sacrifice and valour of
all who served Australia during this conflict. 

Please sit on the boulders, wander through,
relax, and contemplate "Dignity and Permanence."
                                                     Lest We Forget



 

Source: MA
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