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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 |
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| State: | VIC |
| Area: | Australia |
| GPS Coordinates: | Lat: -35.804439 Long: 144.218811 Note: GPS Coordinates are approximate. |
Details
| Monument Type: | Monument |
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| Monument Theme: | People |
| Sub-Theme: | Exploration |
| Approx. Event Start Date: | 1836 |
| Approx. Event End Date: | 1836 |
Dedication
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
