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18-September-2013
18-September-2013

Photographs supplied by Graeme Saunders

The monument and garden commemorate Major Thomas Mitchell, who explored the region around Cohuna in 1836.

The garden is planted with species mentioned in Major Mitchell`s diaries. There are also information plaques pertaining to Mitchell and his exploration. 

Location

Address:Murray Valley Highway, Cohuna, 3568
State:VIC
Area:Australia
GPS Coordinates:Lat: -35.804439
Long: 144.218811
Note: GPS Coordinates are approximate.
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Details

Monument Type:Monument
Monument Theme:People
Sub-Theme:Exploration
Approx. Event Start Date:1836
Approx. Event End Date:1836

Dedication

Front Inscription

Plaque:
On 30th June 1836 Major Thomas Mitchell climbed Pyramid Hill -
He wrote :

.."and the view was exceedingly beautiful over surrounding plains, shining fresh and green in the light of a fine morning.  As I stood, the first European intruder on the sublime solitude of these verdant plains as yet untouched by flocks or herds ; I felt conscious of being the harbinger of mighty changes ; and that our steps would soon be followed by the men and animals for which it seemed to have been prepared."

He names this "Australia Felix"- (the fortunate land)

This rock was taken from Pyramid Hill.  Donated by Mawsons

Source: MA
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