Most reviewed Monuments & Statues in New South Wales
4.0The Big Banana Fun Park(2.022 reviews) - High price for a budget experience. Monday: 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM Spent More than 3 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks • Monuments & Statues
In 1964 John Landi wanted something to make passing traffic stop at his road side banana stall. He had heard of a "Big Pineapple" in Hawaii and thought that something big would definitely stop traffic. With assistance of 1200 pounds and local engineer, Alan Chapman, The Big Banana could become a reality. Builder Alan Harvey started the construction in September 1964 and the biggest banana in the world and Australia's first "Big Thing" was officially opened on December 22 that year. The Big Banana now boasts the biggest Water Park between Sydney & the Gold Coast, an Ice Skating Rink, Toboggan Ride, "The World of Bananas" theatre and tour experience, state-of-the-art Laser Tag arena, 36 hole Mini Golf Course, the biggest Giant Slide in the country known as "The Racer", Go Bananas Fun Zone, 4D Ride Simulator, Gift Shop, Going Bananas Cafe, Candy Making Kitchen, Opal Centre, Cheesemaking Workshop and Steve McEwans Reptile World. The Big Banana Fun Park, "It's a Whole Bunch of Fun!"See more..
3.5Dog On The Tucker Box(463 reviews) - Not what I expected, and yet somehow better Monday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM Monuments & Statues
Not really IN Gundagai, but quite a few km north along the Hume. The Dog On The Tucker Box sits patiently in a side road that has a cafe and service station, along with the local story. If you are in the area, you really have to visit this oneSee more..
4.0Big Prawn(322 reviews) - A classic - one of the bigger 'big' things on the Australian East Coast Monday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Monuments & Statues
This prawn, unlike the Coffs big banana, the Caboolture big pineapple, the big Mango, the Dubbo big steer, and the pathetic Tweed/Kingscliffe big Avocado and even the Tamworth Big Guitar - is actually huge and an amazingly detailed work of metal art. Well worth the panoramic view of Bunnings just outside downtown Ballina. Go there. Ballina is a very very cool place - just don't tell any of the hipsters.See more..
4.5Monument Hill War Memorial(282 reviews) - One of the best War Memorials in Australia Monuments & Statues
The Monument Hill War Memorial is something not only locals should visit but is now something all visitors should see. The improvements done by The Albury city Council definitely make this now one of ALBURY’S main tourist attractions. The views and gardens are amazing. This is now a great Australian Monument to all our fallen comradesSee more..
3.0Astronomers Monument(94 reviews) - Expect to be here along time . Points of Interest & Landmarks • Monuments & Statues
Was greeted by the owner She shuts and locks the gates behind you Then we were given a very long talk on the person that built the monument and then a long chat about the new owner. ( not sure what that was about ) The tour was a lot longer than we expected Not to sure why it took so long as the monument isn’t that big. Probably wouldn’t recommend... See more..
4.0The Big Bogan(38 reviews) - It’s huge lol! Monday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Monuments & Statues
What a laugh. It’s huge and well worth a picture. I don’t think anything was missed. The mullet, shorts and thongs, funnel web spider, esky, fishing rod etc. great sense of humour this place Nyngan. Well done. See more..
We took the Banjo Paterson Road to Molong and on to Cumnock. It is a great road with beautiful landscapes. This ist also the Animals on bikes Trail, sculptures created by local artists and well worth having a look and taking photos! We turned off earlier as we were travelling to Parkes, but the trail goes all the way to Dubbo. Very creative and fun! See more..
I love driving through Walcha and viewing their street sculptures - they give the town character ... and are slowly being added to.See more..
4.5Yarri and Jacky Jacky Sculpture(21 reviews) - A great rescue story Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Monuments & Statues
Amazing to read the story of Yarri & Jacky Jacky. I am glad the town has constructed this memorial to their courage and compassion. When you think about it these two had every reason not to help but they went above and beyond to save as many as they could from the flood waters. It reminds me of Jesus our great rescuer from sin, also the story of the good Samaritan and of our SES volunteers who do similar rescues today..See more..
This has to be one of the prettiest little wharves within the Riverina area. Highly historic and well signposted with information. It takes only a few minutes to visit the wharf and is a must do in Wentworth!See more..
4.5Sculpture Down the Lachlan(17 reviews) - Impressive Sculpture Monday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent 1-2 hours Monuments & Statues
Sculpture Down the Lachlan is a permanent, inland public art trail stretching 100 kilometres between Forbes and Condobolin, along the meandering Lachlan River. Featuring over twenty sculptures by some of Australia’s leading creatives.See more..
This is a superbly designed memorial commemorating both a dark time in our history and also the courage of individuals standing up for what is right. The short, sinuous walk invokes the Rainbow Serpent and stone cairns are inscribed to recount the historical events. The final stone is a solemn reminder of what took place nearby. We spent about 30 minutes at the site, which has clean toilets and bbq facilities. See more..
4.0Sir Henry Parkes Statue(16 reviews) - Well hello Henry... Spent < 1 hour Monuments & Statues
This guy really knows how to make an entrance! They say that first impressions count and clearly there is truth to that statement. In 1873, Sir Henry Parkes ( At the time Premier of the state), showed his interest in the district by visiting the diggings. In December 1873 the name of the settlement was changed from Bushmans to Parkes in honour of the great statesman. Sir Henry Parkes visited Parkes in 1887 and gave the town the Fontana Bust, which is displayed at Parkes Shire Council. In that same year Parkes changed the name of its main street to ‘Clarinda’ - lady Parkes’ Christian name. Clearly there was a great deal of esteem for this man who now has this statue that was placed here in 2008. The statue is beautifully made and it clearly shows that the man was an amazing orator. It's not simply his stance in this statue, but the esteem of the people that had them put it here that indicated his skills at oration. He spoke and he was listened to.See more..
Found this one while on business in Forbes and fell in love with it. Fancy finding such a fantastic and wonderful bronze statue right in the middle of such a picturesque and heritage town like Forbes. never mind that Forbes is easily the tidiest town in NSW. Never mind that this statue stands here in all its glory, free for all to enjoy, climb on and be photographed near. There's a new reason to make sure you visit Forbes and this statue is it.See more..
4.0Fairey Firefly Memorial(14 reviews) - Great to see so far from the Ocean Monuments & Statues
Now i am a plane buff so discovering there was one mounted in the main street of Griffith caught my attention when i was in the area. On the one hand i loved it was easily accessible and that the prop moved around but on the other hand i am disappointed it is exposed to the elements. At some stage the elements will win and it will need to be taken down , ideally relocated to a museum where it can be restored. This had to happen with the Sabre that was in Raymond Terrace NSW.See more..
A National Memorial for all the men and women who have lost their lives while opening up Australia by means of motorised (truck) transport. History lesson and reminderSee more..
4.0Helicopter Flood Memorial(11 reviews) - Good Piece of History Monday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Monuments & Statues
This is an Iroquios helicopter frame that replaced the original '1022' one that was located in Nyngan until 2011. The 1022 played a vital role in the Vietnam War Battle of Long Tan. The plaque at the site contains some interesting history on the helicopter's role in the Battle of Long Tan and it's restoration. This helicopter is a memorial to the floods of 1990 when the town was evacuated.See more..
4.5Anzac Grove War Memorial(10 reviews) - Take a minute to honor the dead Spent 1-2 hours Monuments & Statues
The glorious dead, they're often called. They are memorialized here in the for of trees with plaques in front and some solemn monuments. It's nice, in a way, that this is wedged between the gold course and the town's sports fields. Don't miss it. "Lest We Forget."See more..
3.0The Black Stump(9 reviews) - The Black Stump Monuments & Statues
This roadside park provides that "been there" moment, or should I say, "beyond there" Some amenities on site, found just north of CoolahSee more..
4.5Big Tennis Racquet(8 reviews) - 2019 Visit with Family Spent < 1 hour Monuments & Statues
Great Monument to a great tennis Player. As a child i had a volley wooden tennis rack and its was the same colour. Brings back fond memories of the childhood.See more..
3.5The Big Trout(8 reviews) - Its Big Monuments & Statues
If you are in Adaminaby you can’t miss the big trout. It is worth stopping and taking a picture. There are also public toilets very close by.See more..
4.5Thunderbolts Statue(7 reviews) - Australian History and a treasure hunt Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Monuments & Statues
A whole generation of Australians grew up with stories of Ned Kelly but may not know about many other Australian bushrangers. Here in Uralla you can see the statue of Captain Thunderbolt, his grave site and a short drive down and off the highway you can drive out into the bush and see his cave hideaway and Captain Thunderbolts Rock. The kids will get a kick out of taking a selfie with a bushranger and at the cave you can imagine what it must have been like to live and survive out there. Wonderful bit of Australian history Its an easy drive out from Armidale Well worth spending a day or two either inSee more..
While staying at Rydges Jindabyne, we took a stroll in the park along the lakefront area. In the middle of this park area is an interesting monument of Sir Paul Edmund Strzelecki, an explorer and scientist. This park is opposite the Jindabyne shopping area which includes Woolworths Supermarket. It is quite a good vantage point to take in the lake views.See more..
3.5Sergeant Parry Memorial(6 reviews) - Interesting in a lovely park Spent < 1 hour Monuments & Statues
Jugiong is a lovely spot for a short stop and this monument provides an interesting bit of history to have a look at. It is also looking at the memorial gates that are nearby to see the soldiers who went from this area to the various wars.See more..
On the edge of West Wyalong, this interesting feature could use a better carpark access. A fun spot otherwise to stop & stretchSee more..
4.0Shiralee Memorial Wall(6 reviews) - A nice memorial to lost seaman Spent < 1 hour Monuments & Statues
This nicely done memorial to seafarer's lost in the region is at the Lookout and Rotary Park. An interesting place to review the sea going history of the area and a nice way to remember those who went out and did not return home.See more..
4.5Miners Tribute Monument(4 reviews) - A Glimpse Of Miners History Historic Sites • Monuments & Statues Anyone interested in local mining history should visit this unique Museum. Friendly, dedicated, staff and lots of historical artefacts and imagery.See more..
This beautiful war memorial was relocated to Terrigal beach from Erina a few years back and is of major significance to returned servicemen, servicewomen and their families. It might not mean much to you but please respect our history and the sanctified ground and treat this area as a no-go zone. It's not a place to sit and lean against things, or a place to let your kids climb about. It's a memorial to all those people that lost their lives ensuring you have the peace and freedom that you enjoy every day. See more..
Good history, great wharf, pretty spacious park lands. Worth visiting. Nice spot on the Darling river.See more..
4.5Shrine of Our Lady of Mercy(4 reviews) - Nice place for a walk and a picnic Spent 1-2 hours Religious Sites • Monuments & Statues • Churches & Cathedrals
At Penrose Park near Sutton Forest, just turn off the highway onto Hanging Rock Rd, then drive to the back of the complex towards the grotto. There are lovely fields full of kangaroos with a few tables then the walk through the forest past many shrines. Some quite neglected and some hideously ugly modern ones but quite a fascinating walk, culminating in Jesus' tomb of course.See more..
4.5The Big Stumps - Bradman Oval(3 reviews) - A must for anyone into cricket Points of Interest & Landmarks • Monuments & Statues
A very easy to find place and is on the must do list for anyone into cricket. Take a bat and ball just to say you’ve done it at the big stumps See more..
4.5Lawrence Hargrave(2 reviews) - piece of history Spent < 1 hour Monuments & Statues
The hill and the parking is a busy attraction point for the people who want to look at the hang gliders who use this as a perfect starting area.See more..
This is a simple corner park, with a shaded space in dedication to Billy Soo; a beloved community benefactor who died in a motor vehicle accident in 2004.See more..
4.0Bega Soldiers Memorial Gates(2 reviews) - Striking Memorial Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Monuments & Statues
Originally built in the early 1920's, this beautiful war memorial is a striking tribute to the men of the Bega district who served their country not just in WW1 but in all conflicts since. The Gates have been added to over the years to reflect other conflicts. The Gates themselves have been modeled on the famous Menin Gates in Ypres Belgium and I can confirm they are a great copy on a smaller scale ! A nice little park in Bega worth a quick visit.See more..
4.0The Three Muses(2 reviews) - Breath on it- let it flourish Monuments & Statues
The Three Muses represent the philosophies of Learning, Science and Art. Sculpted by the Ferrari Brothers in 1891 ...they were restored by Mr. Ron Marchetti in 1996 because over time they had become covered in grime. They were then relocated to Waring Gardens. The original factory that they were created in was destroyed in the Germany invasion of Italy in WW2 so little is known about the sculpture. They are sculpted from Carrara marble and had previously been on the parapet of the School of Arts. In Greek religion and philosophy the goddesses were both the embodiments and sponsors of performed metrical speech: mousike (whence the English term music) was just "one of the arts of the Muses". Others included science, geography, mathematics, philosophy, and especially art, drama, and inspiration.See more..
3.5Cooma(2 reviews) - Beautiful town Monuments & Statues
Nice place to visit. Great food options. Such a pretty place in autumn. Easy to walk around. Lots of things to see.See more..
On 31 October 1917, the heavily fortified town of Beersheba was the scene of a historic charge by the men of the 4th Australian Light Horse Brigade. Commencing at dusk, the brigade stormed the town, using their bayonets as swords in a highly unconventional charge. The momentum of the surprise attack carried them through the Turkish defences where they were able to secure the town before it could be destroyed by the retreating Turkish force. This memorial was placed at this location on Remembrance Day in 2017- it depicts a light horseman and his waler in typical battle gear. It's beautifully done, located between Hay Park and the Memorial High School.See more..
A well presented acknowledgment of the sacrifices and work done by men (and women) to serve our nation’s need for timber. Great history - poignant stories.See more..
4.5Kings Parade(2 reviews) - A peaceful experience meandering through the Park Points of Interest & Landmarks • Monuments & Statues • Scenic Walking Areas
I have been to Kings Parade a number of times. It is a credit to Bathurst Regional Council in keeping the variety of features regularly changed and up to such a high standard.See more..
On the way towards Hay from Deniliquin this memorial is on your right..it's really easy to miss. What is most unusual is the placement of the memorial... it's been there since 1965 and clearly it was a popular stop over once because there are bins and seating at the location. There is information on the memorial that talks you through why the Peppin Stud is so important and how it came about. Timeline for the Peppin Stud - 1858 George Peppin & Sons purchase 'Wanganella' 1861 Merino Stud Formed 1865 Four Rambouillet rams purchased ( including 'Emperor') 1874 Double stud formed with 365 of the top ewes and 7 of the top rams 1878 The Peppins sell Wanganella and the sheep they have created. This was the foundation for the many famous studs of Peppin blood throughout the Commonwealth and the Peppin strain has grown to be a predominant influence in the Australian merino flocksSee more..
Blink and you could miss Cathcart as you head between Bombala & Eden. But this little village has a big heart and the 1939-45 War Memorial Hall & Rest Stop are worth a visit. The rest stop has clean facilities, an undercover kids playground and tables & seating. It appears to be a work in progress with more shade cover to be provided? The substantial Memorial Hall is a local focal point going by the TV's & recycled drink containers!!! Plus the War Memorial obelisk celebrates the service of locals from both world wars & is nicely done. Stop for a minute or 60!See more..
The sign for this memorial is on the main road, as I got closer I thought it was the wishing well that is next to the entry to the town... but that isn't it... You have to head towards the pub and it's in front of the pub. And whilst it is able to be located, there is not a lot of information to go with it. It just tells you that it's for the pioneering women. It is a simple silhouette/ stencil image of a pioneer woman created by sculptor Ron Clarke depicting a resilient pioneer woman against a backdrop of horses and a paddock being ploughed. Appropriately it is located next to the memorial to Mrs Barbara Blain who was burned to death in a campfire while her husband, a bullocky, tended the cattle.See more..
3.0The Big Sherrin(1 review) - Its big Points of Interest & Landmarks • Monuments & Statues
A good photo opportunity. My son found it fun to look at. It broke up a long drive. If you're out that way on purpose or just lost, stop in for a lookSee more..
3.0Crowther War Memorial(1 review) - He fought a great fight Spent < 1 hour Monuments & Statues
I left Koorawatha in the early hours of the 3rd October and as I was driving I was mesmerised by the changing colours of the early morning. I wasn't even sure how I even noticed this memorial that was on my right... but I thought I would stop to look at it. ( I was driving towards Young) In the early morning there was dew on the long grass but I walked to the memorial. There are two distinct memorials here... One for WW1 and one for WW2. The WW1 memorial highlights a N R Wildman who was killed in action in France in 1917 at the young age of 28. He was the only son to Mr. and Mrs. James Wildman and had been born in New Zealand, moving to Australia at the tender age of 2 to make it his home.See more..
This is a monument to the drovers who developed the Long Paddock stock route. The area along the Cobb Highway was a series of dirt tracks, crossing rivers, creeks and wetlands. Without modern infrastructure the drovers had to contend with river crossings to do their journeys which resulted in horses and drovers drowning in the process. Near the site of this sculpture Leith McKenzie, a forty year old drover, drowned whilst attempting a river crossing. This sculpture is a moving tribute to the drovers and well worth taking time to look at.See more..
5.0Delegate War Memorial(1 review) - The Men from Snowy River March Monuments & Statues
I'm a sucker for visiting war memorials and love to view & pay my respects & to remember the brave souls whose deeds led to these memorials. Delegates War Memorial occupies a small triangle of land as you are leaving the village. It pays homage to the 12 local lads who left town on the 6th Jan 1916 on a recruitment march to Goulburn which was 220 miles (350km) away. On their arrival the number of volunteers had reached 144 men who joined from little towns on the march route. They were all enlisted in the 55th Battalion of the 5th Division and sent to Europe. Of the 144, 75 were wounded & 39 killed in action with 8 of the locals paying the supreme price. A beautifully done Memorial plinth and a credit to Delegate & a timely reminder of war & sacrifice! The town actually repeated the march in 1940 during WW2 , a great example of community spirit! The town also has a Memorial Park with war service mementoes & I would love to attend a Anzac Day ceremony there one day.See more..
This obelisk is easy to find in this small town because it's directly opposite the local pub... mind you... anything is easy to find because the town is laid out in a flat square design, so nothing is hidden. The memorial has its own lighting here with two lamps to either side of it. BUT when I researched a tad, I found that the lamps have changed considerably in design...so I assume they were changed when the town got electricity. The area is fenced and behind it are the town silos. The Australian flag flies here as well all year round. There is a small war trophy here as well... a gun of some sort. There is also a small plaque added to commemorate the Kangaroo March- a recruitment drive in 1915. They marched from Wagga Wagga to Yass to Sydney... camping in Wallendbeen on 9th December, 1915 en route to the Western Front.See more..
