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01-July-2020 (John Huth)
Photographs supplied by Arthur Garland / Sandra Brown / John Huth
The fountain and surrounding gardens commemorate the pioneers of the Longreach area.
Note: The fountain has been relocated to the courtyard area.
Location
| Address: | Landsborough Highway , Shire Chambers, Longreach, 4730 |
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| State: | QLD |
| Area: | AUS |
| GPS Coordinates: | Lat: -23.440844 Long: 144.250666 Note: GPS Coordinates are approximate. |
Details
| Monument Type: | Garden |
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| Monument Theme: | Landscape |
| Sub-Theme: | Settlement |
Dedication
| Actual Monument Dedication Date: | Wednesday 15th April, 1970 |
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Front Inscription
Source: MAThis Tropic of Capricorn Fountain and Surrounds were erected by the Shire Chairman Councillor J. G. Walker, M.B.E. to perpetuate the sterling effort, courage and fortitude of the pioneers of this area.
It was accepted by the Hon. W. A. R. Rae, M.L.A. on behalf of the citizens on 15th April 1970
The day of the visit of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and His Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh
Plaque :
The fountain has been relocated to the courtyard
Monument details supplied by Monument Australia - www.monumentaustralia.org.au
