the map-azine of ntennial parklands autumn contents

Community gathers for 4 centenary of nationhood 6 View to the future 8 A bird's eye view Horses for courses: The Mounties in 10 Centennial Park 12 Blowin' in the wind 13 Step right up. 14 Art makes a comeback 15 Essentials and collectibles

Friends of 16 17 Federation feast 18 Autumn calendar

Parklands Magazine is published quarterly by the Centennial Park at Moore Park Trust Locked Bag 15, Paddington NSW 202 1. Trustees: Annette O'Neill (Chairman), Phillip Black, Jill % Hickson, David Leckie, Michael Marx AM, John Walker, :waste management, can be found on pages 6 and 7. Sarah Whyte, Bob Wilson. The Pa& cannot mn itself. Even though le:intention of : to ar Editor: Catnona Burgess 'management is remain as wrobbusive possible, it plays a & h the of so email: [email protected] role successfui wining the Pa& and maximising the 1: enjoyment of the visitor. Contributors: Catriona Burgess, Lynne Cossar, Francine am confident we OR sfl*c the right between vi-;) ' Gregory, Diana Prichard, Sandra Symons. I blame -enjoyment and protecting the environment, adpredict -. Design: Global Graphics . .'' wondedd year fw the masure that is Centennial Parkhtis. Photography: Ian Lever -.- Pr~ntedon recycled paper Peter Dunean i J)ittUw C~arbnialPurlJan& .. ' NEW DOG ADVISORY GROUP volunteer program restoring effort by Fox Studios, the MOORE PARK NORTH Following on from our Dog the Guriwal Bush Tucker Trail Cricket Ground and ENTRANCE Policy consultation last year, in Centennial Park. Sports Ground Trust and the Last year, Parklands reported a new advisory group has Around 70 employees of Parklands. In the 1999-2000 on the proposal for a new been established to provide Westpac branches in the financial year the number of pedestrian entrance at advice on companion animals donated parking spaces in Moore Park Moore Park North opposite in the Parklands. their time and effort on were cut by I 000 and we are Greens Road, incorporating Known as the Companion weekends to restore the committed to further a new pedestrian and cycle Animals Reference Group, the Trail. The final work-session reducing the car parking path and the Comrie group includes a cross-section was held in February. demand in Moore Park Memorial Fountain. of community representatives, Over the duration of the through increased public Following consultation with associations, local council project the volunteers removed transport use. the community it has been officers and individuals. four truckloads of weeds from For a copy of the brochure decided to proceed with a One of the group's main the 250 metre trail, laid 60 call (02) 9339 6699. shared path for cyclists and aims is to consider issues cubic metres of mulch and pedestrians and to increase planted 150 native seedlings. raised by the Dog Policy PLAN PROTECTS HERITAGE avenue tree planting. review. The group held its The Trail was originally However the final location Work is about to begin on a first meeting In January. developed by tralnees from the tor the Comrie Fountain will new Conservation Issues currently under Guriwal Aboriginal be the subject of further Management Plan to protect consideration include: Corporation to interpret design advice. the Parklands' precious reviewing proposed sites for indigenous flora and fauna. A wider study into the heritage features. dog-dropping bag dispensers Our sincerest thanks go to location of heritage items The Plan is an essential and extra bins; onloff leash Westpac for their support. throughout Moore Park will areas and proposed off-leash next step following the listing help to inform the decision areas for dog walking after EASIER WAVS TO 6ET TO THE of Centennial, Queens and on the new position for dark, improved signage about PARKLANDS Moore Parks on the NSW the Fountain. dog regulations; and areas for Getting to the Parklands by Heritage Register last year. For more information visit commercial dog walking. public transport has been An external expert w~llhelp www.cp.nsw.gov.au/ The goal is to conduct an made even easier recently by develop the Plan, which will pedestrian.htm open process and all views the production of a new provide methods for will be considered. For more transport guide to Moore Park. managing heritage items and WELCOME information visit The flier is designed to identify approval processes We are pleased to announce encourage visitors to Moore for works that could affect that Mr David Leckie has Park, Fox Studios and the significant assets. been recently appointed to and The Plan will be put on our Board of Trustees. VOLUNTEERS REVAMP BUSH Football Stadium to use train public display for review and Mr Leckie is the Managing TUCKER TRAIL and bus services to get to comment later this year. Director and Chief Executive In last Winter's edition of the area. Watch for more information Officer of the Federation I Community gathers for centenary of nationhood Ceremonial grandeur, military pomp and.official ritual were in evidence but the significant commemoration of Federation in Centennial Park was enjoyed with all the relaxed easy-going anticipation of an Australian crowd determined to make the most of a balmy start to the new millennium. Sandra Symons was there.

People gathered on the Sandstone Ridge to watch the official commemoration event at 1 pm.

he Commemoration of Pines were suitably majestic - they had under white umbrellas to sign a Federation Ceremony in been planted on a grand scale as commemorative book and unveil Centennial Park on 1 January at specimen trees by Royal Botanic plaques around the Federation Pavilion. lpm was a quintessentially Australian Gardens Director J.H. Maiden around The sandstone Pavilion, designed by affair. It was a bright, hot Monday, as the turn of the century. Sydney architect Alexander Tzannes as relaxed as any day following the New Down on the floor of this expansive a Bicentennial project, had been Year's Eve high jinks, with just enough amphitheatre, the dignitaries - among spruced up too, its paired sets of pomp and circumstance to satisfy an them the Governor-General, Prime columns cleaned and artist lmants audience who had come for "a look. Minister, State Governors, State Tillers' narrative montage of 1440 People wandered around on the grass Premiers and Chief Ministers - lined up painted panels restored. It was Tzannes' of Federation Valley, expectant and intention that the Pavilion's circular curious. Some waved little paper form would symbolise unity, a fitting Federation flags, most dressed as if for a notion for Federation. picnic. Sunscreen was slapped on. To the gawkers, the visuals were Up on Sandstone Ridge, they drifted pretty satisfying. There was a 2 1-gun through the forest she-oaks and flooded salute, the RAN Band played, the gums to squat in the shade of the cluster Australian Girls Choir sang and a clutch pines. There was discreet jostling for of F 18s roared overhead. sightlines to Federation Pavilion through The Governor-General formally the young acacias recently planted by inspected the Federation Guard, neighbourhood schoolchildren. representing the Australian defence Kids and dogs romped through the forces. The speeches were short and feather grass. Locals out walking their sweet. Prime Minister John Howard dogs gathered in clubby groups. focused on national pride, Premier Bob After its recent $1.6 million Carr spoke about our history and the refurbishment, Federation Valley looked Governor-General, Sir William Deane, handsome, the soggy bits drained, the extolled our emergence as an bare bits carpeted with turf and a new inclusive society. commemorative sandstone seat installed The scene was vastly different to that to mark the occasion. 100 yean ago. Back then, it was all The Moreton Bay and Imperial splendour, witnessed by a Governor-General Sir William Deane inspects figs, Holm Oaks and Cook Islands the Federation Guard. formally dressed crowd of 60,000. story of . The last of the marchers poured into the Park as the sun dropped in the sky. And with the lowering of the light came a spectacular sunset and the beginning of the Centennial Ceremony on Centennial Park's Parade Ground. As squadrons of Grey-headed Flying foxes swooped into the surrounding figs, a select handful of eminent citizens offered narratives that dramatised the struggles of all people to create a spiritually rich life for themselves - Irish Australian Thomas Keneally, Chinese Australian Annette Shun Wah, Following the proclamation of the Above: A spectacular sunset added to the European Australian Marcus Einfeld, Commonwealth of Australia, Lord spectacle of the Centennial Ceremony. Indigenous Australian Deborah Hopetoun, vice-regal plumes aflutter, Below right: Prime Minister John Howard Cheetham, Greek Australian Stella was sworn in as Governor-General and took time out to shake hands with many of those who had attended the lpm ceremony. Axarlis and Sri Lankan Australian Prime Minister and his Pradeepan Kandiah. It was an cabinet took their oaths of office. Bottom Right: Centennial Park's Paddington Gates were swathed in native flowers, empathetic display of passion As historian John Hirst said in the recalling decorations for the 1901 ceremony. and emotion. Sydney Morning Herald, "the people The Governor-General Sir William Bottom left: A bouquet of flowers was placed who made the Australian Federation on statue of Sir Henry Parkes in honour of Deane called on the people to "re- were confident that they were his role in Australia's federation. dedicate Australia to the ideal of unity, performing a historic deed. They would under freedom, democracy and the rule be astounded that 100 years after the obviously born overseas and now newly- of law." formation of the Commonwealth most inducted Australian citizens, leaped to And that, after all, was the purpose of of its citizens know little of its genesis." their feet to honour the national anthem the day's celebrations. Indeed, many in the 2001 crowd in and acknowledge the celebration. the valley and on the ridge seemed little According to John Hint, "If ever we aware of the historical significance of want to take ourselves seriously as the Centenary; in fact, someone citizens, there is much in Federation to wondered aloud why there was a fresh celebrate. Henry Parkes, who got the bouquet of flowers in the arms of the process started, was a true visionary, statue of Sir Henry Parkes, at the Edmund Barton, who succeeded him as junction of Parkes and Hamilton Drives. federal leader, sacrificed his health and However, in contrast with the casual his income for the cause; the process of pleasure most spectators took in the low- nation-making was amazingly open and key formalities on this sunny day was democratic. By the next major the serious manner in which those, anniversary every Australian citizen might- know this." History aside, the celebrations evoked a sort of unpretentious community festivity. The Paddington Gates were swathed in native flowers, including waratahs, banksia, bottlebrush, paper daisies and gum leaves. Draped through the blooms was a crimson ribbon - the "thread of kinship'' as described by Sir Henry Parkes - and the eight-pointed Federation star. In the Column Garden, a flower arrangement comprised of 3,500 plants spelt out the years 1901 and 2001. As the visitors discovered, it was a grand place to have a picnic. Commemorative ceremony and

I picnic lunches over, many- -people walked to Moore Park to watch the conclusion of the Federation Parade of 30 floats, including eight State and Temtory floats, all of them telling the This year Centennial Parklands will introduce some innovative strategies for handling transport, PESTS - A AWE BAUWCE The next step will be to draw up a pest management access, parking, pest species, waste management and litter. Lynne Cossar reports. t's traditionally seen as a nual-based problem, not something strategy for the Parklands, due to be completed by March. you'd experience in urban Sydney. Yet pest control is on the 'There will be further consultation with agencies to get their Iagenda at Centennial Parklands, as it is throughout much of input and co-operation in implementing a number of programs fter months of extenslve research and public following issues: the city. in the Parks and the wider local catchment," he says. consultation, a draft plan on the future transport, changes to vehicle circulation to reduce visitor conflict; It's a Sydney-wide problem, says Andrew Ferris, Centennial "lt's critical that we take a regional approach as pests such as A access and parking arrangements for Centennial ways to improve alternate vehicle access to the Parklands, Parklands Operations Manager. "We have a number of pests ibis and pigeons are highly mobile and could reinfest the Parklands will go on public display in late March 2001. such as cycle ways, pedestrian links and public transport in the Parklands including rabbits, ibis, pigeons, foxes and Parklands from nearby areas." Vaughan Macdonald, coordinator of transport and access improvements; carp. The impacts are of concern and are becoming for the Parklands, says Park users should ensure they view the consideration of a regular bus service that comes into clearly evident." BINS nnun ewnm plan and make their thoughts known. "It's a thorough Centennial Park, whereas at the moment it runs peripheral Andrew says the pests, particularly rabbits, ibis and pigeons, entennial Parklands was the first Park in NSW to consultative process," he says. "Further input is encouraged to it; are causing significant environmental problems, including introduce recycling in 1993. Now it is set to upgrade and welcomed." access within the Parklands, such as a shuttle service or bus erosion and loss of native fauna. They also present health and Cits effort to reduce the amount of waste going from its Vaughan says the recommendations contained in the draft service capable of carrying people's bikes and eskies; safety issues. bins into landfill. plan will be drawn from a study undertaken since October access for people with disabilities and limited mobility and "Rabbits present a whole range of issues, especially when in In March a new waste management collection and litter last year. Centennial Parklands commissioned consultants options to help get them around more easily; high numbers as we're experiencing now. These include control system will be introduced, also under the direction of j Sinclair Knight Men to assist with the project, with groups integration between the three Parks, including a way to creating warrens in playing fields that are a safety risk to Park Operations Manager Andrew Ferris. such as the Frimds of Cmtmnial Parklands, invited to participate, create seamless links between Moore Park and Centennial users, destroying vegetation and encouraging foxes that are in "Unfortunately the high visitor numbers to the Parklands I as well as other Park users and members of the public. Park and Centennial Park and Queens Park; turn a threat to native wildlife," he says. "ln the last year alone and wide range of activities on offer mean that a significant In addition, a special reference group was established mechanisms for funding Park improvements. we lost $15,000 worth of plantings due to rabbits." amount of waste is generated," he says. i comprising residents, precinct representatives, transport Vaughan says the recommendations are also designed to ''The ibis are living on pond islands in such numbers that "We did a waste audit late last year that revealed there was agencies such as the State Transit Authority, user groups, protect the Parklands' natural and cultural environment. "We the supporting vegetation is totally destroyed, their a reasonable percentage of recyclable materials that were i walkers, sports and cycling groups and local council and need to look at a system for transport, access and parking that excrement is contributing to water quality problems and other being missed in the current system and going to landfill." I political representatives. The main objective of this group was is sustainable in the long term." birds are finding it hard to compete for habitat," he says. Called the "co-mingled" system, the new scheme gives to canvass ideas and discuss options. The plan will be on display for one month at the "Pigeon numbers are so high in the Equestrian Centre that visitors two, not four choices, about where to put their Vaughan says the public response was overwhelmingly Centennial Parklands administration building, located behind the building is being impacted by the concentrated rubbish. "lt's much simpler. They put their non-recyclable positive, with some interesting observations such as the restaurant in Centennial Park. Newspaper advertisements accumulation of pigeon droppings," Andrew explains. litter in a 'non-recyclables' bin and they put their recyclable widespread support for fewer cars in Centennial Parklands will be placed to ensure people are aware of its release. A final Efforts have been made in the past to address the ibis and components, for example glass, in a combined 'co-mingled' and more controlled parking. "There were also calls for traffic decision on proposals will be made later in the year. the rabbit population, but have met with limited success. bin. The recyclable waste is later separated into individual calming devices for cars and cyclists, ideas for internal public More information on the community consultation and 'We have tried controlling the rabbit population through streams such as glass, PET and aluminium." transport alternatives within and connecting the Parks, and outcomes of the study is available on the Centennial habitat modification and by using the Calici virus," Andrew To accommodate the co-mingled system, new bins will be some comments in favour of the introduction of paid parking, Parklands website: www.cp.nsw.gov.au. says. "In the case of the ibis, we have been under licence from installed throughout the Parklands, supported by an education as long as funds raised were channelled back into the Parks," the National Parks and Wildlife Service to carry out nest and program to encourage litter reduction. The campaign focuses he says. Below: Ibis are overwhelming the northern island at Randwick Pond. egg destruction. But it's evident by the numbers count that we on three essential messages: educating people on how to use One of the study's main objectives is to reduce conflict are currently losing this battle." the co-mingle system, encouraging dog owners to put their between motorists, cyclists and rollerbladers, who all travel at A particular challenge is implementing effective programs dog's litter in the non-recyclables bins (extra bins will be different speeds around Centennial Park. 'While the study in the unique Parklands environment. "We are in a highly placed in popular dog walking areas); and urging people to aims to address current visitor-vehicle conflicts across the urbanised part of Sydney, we have high visitation numbers pick up their rubbish. whole Parklands, Grand Drive in Centennial Park is a and, being a heritage landscape, many programs that are 'We have more than 5 million visitors a year and we particular focus," says Vaughan. widely implemented elsewhere may not be suitable here," need help from Park users to assist us with keeping the "Conflict does detract from the visitor experience. And that Andrew explains. Parklands clean." is what this is all about - improving the way the Park operates Andrew says a workshop comprising experts and 'The new system will make it even easier for people to so that people get a better experience from their visits, practitioners in the field was held in late January to discuss dispose of their waste responsibly, protecting not only the particularly at the weekends when the Park is at its peak use." the issue and look for solutions that will tackle the problem in Parklands but also the wider environment by reducing The draft plan will contain proposals that address the a safe and humane way. demand for landfill," Andrew says.

6 Parklands /Autumn zoo1 Parklands /Autumn 200i 7 I fauna

The six islands at the Duck Pond are an ideal place to look for nesting birds, especially cormorants - fishing birds with long and flexible necks, and quite long tails. Regular visitors indude: the Great Bkk Connorant (Phalacmwrax ah),the During his seven years with Centennial Parklands, ranger Colin Cheshire has largest of the cormorants, with a wing span of up to 1.5 metres; the Uttk Black developed a special knowledge of the birds living in the Parklands - and how to Cormorant (Phalacmmx sukimtris) a spot them. This guide to Centennial Park's waterbirds is designed to enrich the small slender black b cormorant with a Parklands bird watching experience for anyone who loves birds, from the dark bill and dark facial skin; the Pied beginner to the advanced observer. Connorant (Phalacrocorax various) the largest aterbirds depend on freshwater to black feathers. Often of the white- live and breed. In the main associated with breasted black waterbirds include cranes, storks, 1Westem Australia, the cormorants; and the Little Pied Cormorant w (Phalacrocorax melanoleucos), the smallest ibises, herons, waterhens, cormorants and Black Swan is also ducks. More than 27 species of waterbirds native to NSW, and of the Australian cormorants and also black regularly visit the Parklands. As one of the was an oddity to early and whiie in colour. largest bodies of freshwater in central explorers who were 'Cormorants are great," Win says. Sydney, the 12 ponds in Centennial Park only familiar with "They've got a hook on the end of their top provide important habit for freshwater white swans. bill that helps them to catch fish. Their beak aquatic birds. 'Black Swans are one is incredibly sharp. I've been bien by one - This guide focuses on the prominent of the largest and it was sick on the ground in the middle of a species you'll find at four key locations - I most elegant of the soccer field, when I picked it up it just went all within approximately ten minutes of waterbirds," Colin says. 'Common behaviour 'clack' - it was like being cut by a razor." each other. to look for is the swans putting their heads underwater to reach for aquatic plants. You'll 1. DUCK POND also quite often see them use fairly The Duck Pond draws its name from the aggressive behaviwr towards each other. In bountiful duck population that has graced its you'll see young swans fleeing shores since the pond was created in the their parents across the water when they 1880s. Today more than 15 species of reach an independent stage." waterbirds frequent this huge pond. Mature Black Swans commonly travel in pairs and probably mate for lie. Pairs greet each other with a gentle trumpeting sound. Females have shorter necks than males, and their eyes and bills are lighter in colour. The Eurasian Coot (Fulica atra) is another regular visitor to the Duck Pond, especially during winter. A highly nomadic superciEiosa). species, they have a worldwide distribution This native including Europe. Africa, India, Asia, New duck is found throughout NSW, and is easily Guinea and Australia. Look for a black bird the most common waterbird in the Park. It with a white face has a beautiful shadow marking across the and beak and eye, which looks almost Egyptian. Think of listen for quite a Liz Taylor as Cleopatra," Colin jokes. It also noisy bird making The cormorants mainly nest on the middle has a flash of greervblue dour on the wing. a sharp Vik" or islands. See if you can spot a cormorant nest The duck feeds on the surface by up ending 'kyok" sound. a flat bulky mass of sticks often in the appearing to stand on its head in the water. The Eurasian - - treetops over water or on the island ledge. Males perform a spectacular courtship ritual, Coot has unusual A White-Breasted Sea-Eagle (Haliaeetus dipping their beak quickly into the water, 'semi-webbed' leucogaster) has also been seen frequenting thereby producing an arc of water ripples feet - they have separate webbing that goes the Duck Pond recently. Thought to be a over its head. A distinctive whistle and grunt around each toe rather than from toe-to-toe," juvenile of at least two years old, the eagle is accompany the act. Colin says. 'During breeding season you see still developing its hunting abilities. "The name of thii duck is slightly them using their remarkable toes as they 'Ittriestopreyonthecormorants,butisnY misleading," Colin says. The feathers are chase each other across the water." very successful because of its youth," Colin not black, but it was called so because of the Advanced birdwatchers should look out for says. "The eagle is a relative newcomer to the colour of its flesh when the settlers ate it." the Black-fronted Dotterel (Charadrius Park and was first sighted in 1999. We think The Pacific Black Duck is remarkable for melanops), on the Duck Pond's southem are obse~ngjust one bird that is returning its ability to inter-breed with the introduced shores. Also known as the Black-fronted we to the Park, especially during spring." domestic duck, or Mallard (Anas Plover or Sandpiper, this pint-sized bird is 'If you see it, please tell us," pleads Colin. plaryhVnchos). 'Irs one of the few species predominantly mottled brown with a black that I know of that readily interbreeds with band across the forehead below a white 'Ps one of the more unusual birds I've seen in the Park during my time here." another species - thars why it is illegal to eyebrow, and a bold black Y on its This large whiie eagle with grey-brown dump Mallards, because they are diluting the whiie breast. wings has a wingspan of up to 2 metres. The strain. You can tell a cross-breed by the 'I've only seen this lively liebird once," immature bird has darker feathers and a orange legs or blending of the feather says Colin. 'But they are found throughout mottled appearance. They soar in majestic colours," Colin explains. Australia on small bodies of water, running circles and are said to resemble a huge Unlike the Black Duck, the Black Swan around the edges of lakes and stopping butterfly during . (Cygnus atratus) does display predominantly to feed."

8 Parklands lAutumn 2md Australian Pelicans wee nest - but they're mainly vegetarians," 3. BWBTS POND (Pekcmus Cdin says. They live in groups with a social Just north of Randwick Pond is the conspicilllatus)are hierarchy of up to ten birds." expansive Busby's Pond, once the primary also known to visit A dose relative is the Dusky Moomen dam for the Busby's Bore water supply that the Duck Pond's carried water from the Park to the city. shallow sand island. Look for the Darters (Anhinga While you will often melanogester) nesting on the western island. see one or two birds moving, funny Darters resemble cormorants, but are much usually on a things," Colin - bigger, have a longer neck and smaller head, stopover on their laughs. They and are copper to brown in colour. way to the coast or nest on 'Darters stab like a spear, while further inland they - Randwick cormorants catch like a trap," Colin says. visit the Park in large Pond and you quite often them flicking see They're sometimes called the 'snake bird' flocks during times of drought. their tails to reveal a whiie rump. During because they swim with their whole body The great thing about pelicans is how breeding season the skin on their forehead submerged and they fly the thermal currents," Colin says. turns from orange to red." only the neck and "They pick up the upgoing thermals and Common to Sydney and NSW, they are beak above the guide to their destination -they get to an also found in Indonesia and New Guinea. water." amazing height for such a big bird." They look quite similar to the Eurasian Coot, "When they are except their beak is a reddish colour instead threatened they do 2. RANDWICK POND of whiie. two things: they Just across the road "Moorhens are one of a few species that from the Duck Pond are polyandrous -that is, they set up a breeding relationship of one female with up lies Randwick Pond. stomach to make themselves lighter, and which is special for I to three males," Colin says. then they flop into the water and completely variety of vegetation Randwiik Pond is also the best place to disappear until the threat has left." look for the Musk Duck (Biziura Iohta). a and habit, 'For darters to stay and nest in an urban combining reeds, species found habit is quite uncommon, and we regard islands and lily pads. only in them as very special. They have a very Sacred lbis Australia, elegant shape - they remind me of those ( Threskiomis named after the 1950s American Cadillacs." aethiopica) dominate musky smell Busby's Pond is also a good place to see the Pond's northem I given off by introduced Donwwtlc Goose (Anser anser), rnales. The island. Commonly associated with ancient which come Egypt (they symbolised Thoth, the God of male also has a up to the lobe of loose Wisdom), ibis are found throughout Africa pond's its bill. and south-east Asia. black skin underneath beaches for They're one of my favourites because of lbis adapt extremely well to city life. They feeding. their bizarre behaviour," says Cdin. The male are widely viewed as a pest, due to the fact Domestic duck a wacky courtship display, that they can out compete all other native conducts geese are curling its tail wer its back and fanning it out birds on their nesting sites and damage descended vegetation by sheer weight of numbers and like a peacock, kicking the water with its feet, their large nests. and making a high-piiched whistle - 'peeew' - 'Ibis migrate over large distances and you whii is totally unlike a duck." Goose, founa narurally In turooe and kia- can see them flying west and returning each Musk ducks are extremely good swimmers one of the first birds ever dom&icated. Most day in a v-formation," Colin says. and underwater hunters. "They sit incredibly of the geese in the Park are the result of "They have curved, slender bills that are low in the water compared to the normal dumping. designed for probing into shallow water, mud posture of a duck - probably because they are more designed for underwater than or grass, but are equally efficient when it 4. ULY POND comes to fishing in rubbish bins or making a above water work." To complete your journey, walk back to the nuisance of themselves around picnickers," We have about three rnales and one small, sandstone-edged Lily Pond, just north Colin says. "The sad fact is that they are female," Colin says. 'I saw my first baby in of the Duck Pond. The Pond's central island expanding into more areas of Australia spring 2000 on Busby's Pond and there was a doughnut-shaped area of papyrus with a because their natural inland habit is being a very rare sighting of two more babies in - mud flat centre serves as a waterbird progressively degraded by agricutture." January 2001 on Randwick Pond." - refuge and nesting habit. The lush reed beds in Randwick Pond, Also look for the Maned Duck At the Lily Pond, listen for the Clamorous especially on the western shore, provide Reed Warbler (Ac~hdusstentoreus) - ideal habiit for the Ea8tem Swamphen an outstanding native songbird that makes its (Potphyrio nest in the papyrus during spring. porphyrio). Closely "This brown, plain liebird is hard to see related to the coot, -you definitely need binoculars - but you this is one of a may spot it in the stands of papyrus. Listen range of native- for the call first, look second," Colin says. 'I hens you'll see in think it makes one of the best songs in the the Park. The bird Park," he smiles. is also known as the Purple (Chenonetta jubata) or Wood Duck. This Acknowledgments: this article draws on Swamphen due to small, dainty bird looks and acts more like a information from Australian Watefbrds: A its rich purple-blue goose than a duck. The male has a dark Field Guide (Richard Kingsford, 1991, head and body, brown head and the female has similar eye Kangaroo Press) and A Field Guide to the set off by black markings to the Pacific Black Duck. Binls of Australia (Graham Piney, 1987, upperparts and "The shape of their head is totally diierent Collins). long red legs. to most ducks, and they don't have a long 'Swamphens are fairly opportunistic - I've bill," Colin says. "You very often see them on seen them eat geese eggs and raid a pee the land grazing." Ipark people

sequence based on the Drill which includes walk, trot, canter, hand-gallop (three-quarter pace), rein back and s~de pass. "And sometimes some haw-ra~s~ng manouevres at the Gallop!" says Melinda. Accompanied by the 34-strong Police Band, the Ride is ~erformedat Sydney shows, includtng Horses the Royal Easter Show, and larger country shows. As the Easter Show swiftly approaches, the Mounties will be tor courses: rehearsing the Musical Ride every Wednesday morning in March, either at the Equestrian Grounds or the Racecourse, from 7.30am to 9.30am. The Mounties To the onlooker the Ride mtght look like "fun and games" but according to I Melinda it provides an important part of their training. In Centennial "We're keeping lines, intervals, distance trom the horse at the front. It can be a battle to make your horse trot if there are three cantering off in front Park The horse's instinct is to go with the herd but it has to learn to trust the rider Above: The Mounties practice a tricky Whether on patrol in Centennial Park or training at the Equestrian regularly competing in horse shows and Musical Ride manoeuvre at the Equestrian so it doesn't become upset and get run gymkhanas. But once she was older it was Grounds in Centennial Park. over when it's out on the street. When Grounds, the Mounted Section of the New South Wales Police police work that interested her, and the Right: Senior Constable Melinda Duncan and we attend a demonstration, the horse chance to become a Mountie was an her horse "Digger". has to be able to move in a line of up to Service offers an imposing and spectacular sight to Park-goers. added attraction. She's quick to point out 22 horses, and all the horses work at she didn't want the job of Mountie simply performing crowd control. As well as very close intervals." he straight backs and sharp was attacking a car with a rock! "She because she loved horses. 'You have to the Mountie having a better view of There are currently 35 horses uniforms of the mounted police was a disgruntled girlfriend who had want to be a police officer first," she says. what's going on, the size of the beast is I attached to the Mounted Section. Tofficers and the glossy coats and seen her boyfriend watching the show- Some of her duties include grooming, intimidating. They tend to be geldings, brown or rounded rumps of their trusty steeds are jumping with another woman! We had washing and riding her police horse Melinda says she prefers to work on black in colour and standing 15.3 a familiar sight to frequent users of to restrain her between the two horses." "Digger" as well as riding two or three horseback than foot. "It's just the hands. Although years ago many of the Centennial Park. Melinda clearly enjoys her work with other horses whose regular riders might presence we have. When people see horses were ex-racehorses, this is no Not only do the Mounties regularly the Mounted Police, combining a police have the day off. horses on patrol they know we mean longer the case. patrol the Park, but as the NSW career with horse work. She describes It's been said one police horse is more business." "When the Mounties were not funded Mounted Police complex is based only herself as '%horse crazy" when a child, effective than 10 faot police when Sergeant Bert Tomlin has been with that well we received unwanted ex- a short walk away at Redfern, it is the NSW Mounted Police for 33 years. racers as that was all we could afford convenient for them to use the During this time he's witnessed many These days we can afford to purchase Equestrian Grounds for practising changes in the Mounted Section, the more educated horses," says Melinda. Troop Drill and the Musical Ride. main one being a dramatic increase in behold as the Mounties and horses move The basic training of the average While the Mounties offer an operational duties (patrols, crowd and in a fluid, choreographed sequence to horse takes approximately nine months. imposing presence on the streets of traffic control, searches and stock military-style orders shouted out by the There are 3 1 personnel attached to Sydney, in the Park setting they seem mustering), and a decrease in protocol Sergeant. The Drill teaches the the Mounted Section who have more approachable - certainly to the and public relations duties (leading Mounties control and discipline, and the undergone spec~alMounted Police children. The moment a pair of processions or parades and escort work). horses to listen to their riders at all training for several months before belnp Mounties appears swarms of little kids "Fifteen years ago the ratio was 50:50 times. These lessons are crucial if rider rostered on patrol duties. Their materialise and buzz towards them like but times have changed and it's now 85 and horse are to work successfully on instruction includes vetting, lance drill, bees to a honey-pot. per cent operational work and 15 per the busy streets of Sydney. troop drill, parades, traffic duties, Senior Constable Melinda Duncan, a cent PR and ceremonial work," he says. Practice used to take place at the demonstration duties and general Mountie of five years standing, says she And the amount of time spent Equestrian Grounds in Centennial Park horsemanship. always stops and talks to the children. practising Troop Drill is much less. but nowadays it's more likely to occur at Group tours through the Redfern 'The parents usually ask if little Johnny Once the Mounties practised daily but . "Lots of complex, easily located by the sweet can pat the horses, and people might now they do it once a week, usually on equestrian people are using the Park and aroma of fresh hay, horses and manure ask to take photos." C Wednesday mornitlgs. "We don't have if a troop of up to 20 horses shows up it wafting through the surrounding air, She often patrols the Park and says the luxury now - we don't have the can interfere with their ride," says Bert. can be arranged by contacting the the crime rate is low. The only incident I staff," says Bert. Even more spectacular than Troop officer in charge on (02) 93 19 2 154. she has attended was when a woman Sergeant Bert Tomlin keeps an eye on the execution and form of each exercise. Troop Drill is a magnificent sight to Drill is the Musical Ride, a 20-minute - Diana Prichard

10 Parklands /Autumn 2001 Parklands /Autumn 2001 8 1 1 Ievents

m (including GST) per ticket plus booking fee (hefor children under Blowin 12), and the Student Discount price for the Lawn Picnic Area is $58.85 (including GST) plus booking fee. A limited allocation of tickets to in the reserved seating will be available for Friends of Centennial Parklands at a 10 per cent discount. See page 16 for more details. wind When tickets went on sale at the end of January more than 5,000 of the Four walls can't contain the 18,000 tickets available were sold within the first 24 hours, an indication that the populariw of talent of the man described as man who has been touring for the better part of the last 40

+ rock's greatest conundrum years, has not waned. and popular music's greatest And if music reviews fmm his latest European tour are anything to go by, local legend".so playing in a concert-goen will not be disappointed. park - Centennial Park. A journalist in the British newspaper, Tbe Guardian, wrote: "When you thought By Diana Prichard. it couldn't get any better, the group tore into a majestic Like A Rolling Stone, the song that most of the faithful had been secretly praying for all night. With the audience howling the chorus back at the stage, the song caught fire, sounding as close to the "wild mercury sound" of the original as it has in years." Dylan's band, described by The Marl on ow appropriate it is that Bob Dylan, one of the Sunday as 'lean and tight", features on lead guitar hot Texan greatest music legends of last century, should be guitarist Charlie Sexton and long time side men Larry Campbell Hperforming one of the 1960s' most durable folk (Guitar, Peddlestal, Mandolin), Tony Gamier (Bass) and David anthems, Blowin' In The Wind, beneath the swaying and Kemper (Drums). whispering tree-tops of the "People's Park. The one-night-only Sydney concert will take place at the It has already been predicted the Centennial Park concert on Parade Grounds (in front of the Pine Forest) from 6pm to 9pm. Sunday 25 March, will be the highlight of the Australian-leg of Gates open at 4pm. Public transport will be the easiest way to get the 7Iings Have Changed tour. to the show. For transport intormation contact 13 1 500 or visit "It will definitely be the pinnacle show of the Tour www. 131500.com.a~. combining the ambience of Centennial Park with Bob Dylan Bob Dylan and his band are brought to you by Michael Chugg under the stars doing all those legendary songs," says Michael & Love Police in association with Music Country and 2WS. Chugg, Tour promoter. Xckets are available from Xcketek Outlets and Phonecharge on "He'll be doing a big set of his greatest hits including Blowin' In (02) 9266 4800. The Wind, Hurricane, Rainy Day Woman and Lke A Rolling Stone, plus lots of stuff off his last studio album, Time Out ofMind, for which he won a Grammy Award." I Dinner and Dylan - a winning combination At the time of going to press Michael had just confirmed Paul .-- Fancy a culinary treat before settling in for a night of Kelly as support act. We're very excited about that too," he says. - - musical magic? A - Although Dylan is familiar with Centennial Park, having 1.1.: ^?I;: Fresh figs with~&*$o~3~B curd.. .&&o-&nd picnicked there during his 1993 Australian tour, it was Michael's crab frittata.. .grilled swordfish with green dive tapenade idea to stage the concert in the Park. and marinated vine-ripened tomatoes.. .are just some of the "Previously Bob had played at the Entertainment Centre and the delights on offer at Centennial Parklands Restaurant at a and I felt we should do something different," he says. special Bob Oylm pre-show dinner on 25 March. Addins to the excitement of a rock legend playing in a The menu also includes a take-away picnic dessert of magnificent setting is the price of tickets - they're being kept chocolate mousse with fresh raspbmies and almond down, as close to the price of the last tour as possible. shortbread to enjoy at concert. "Dylan wanted to give something back to his fans with the tour the The meal is @dvalue atS7.5Ofw three~ounres-with -what better than money in their pockets and the promise of an a 10% discount for Rhds of Centmnnial f?mk&& unbelievable concert?" says Michael. For Reserved Seating ticket prices are $80.85 (including GST) plus booking fee. The Lawn Picnic Area is $69.85 Step right step riaht After the sell-out success of Saltimbanco, Cirque du Soleil returns I to Moore Park with Alegria, which combines an astonishing theatrical blend of circus art and live performance with costumes, elaborate set design, high-tech lighting and original live music. Dina Prichard reports.

- - --. -- - --. ..- - . . .- -- !lions of spectators worldwide have en:roved the nd aural feast dished up by Cirque du Soleil, it youthh;i and ethereil-Nymphs. is Sydneysiders' turn to partake of the lavish spread The White Singer, dressed in a luminous white gown, is the storyteller who echoes in song everything she sees around her. Moore Park on 1 June under the Grand Chapiteau Her alter-ego, the Black Singer, also expresses in song the (a state-of-the-art Big Top), the show has been described by the atmosphere of Akgriia, but there is United States press as "&nIingn, "radiant with surprises1' and a wickedness about her... lncorporatlng images ot extraoratnary beauw. Ihe lavish costumes and sets 7 Drawing on the essence of traditional circus, it captures the were partly inspired by the meaning of its Spanish title, 'Alegrr'a', which translates as an Baroque period of the 17th and -A expression of elation, joy and jubilation. 18th centuries, characterised as it f Artistic coordinator Ria Martens says the aim of the show is was by a flamboyant style. Tor to transport the audience members to another world, instance the - - removing them from their daily routines. nostalgic Old 4 "And we do! People come out so flabbergasted - Birds are very i they don't know what they saw! They go through big and - , different emotions - happiness, sadness - it is P\ colourful with limitless. People are very excited by the show." \ lots of The two-and-a-half hour spectacle, directed by jewels," says Franco Dragone, explores a universal theme - the Ria. J -1 u -..-. , . eternal tussle between supporters of the old ways and Akgtfa features - b champions of the new. I L an extraordinary and thrilling "It is set in a kingdom where there is no king and a combination of classic and innovative power struggle exists between the old generation and aerial manoeuvres; lively gymnastic and the new," Ria explains. "Although there is no tumbling displays; the ancient Mongolian resolution as such, it is recognised that everybody is art of contortion; and a seductive and an individual." dangerous Fire Dance whereby the artist The international cast of 56 performers and manipulates flaming knives around his body musicians from 13 countries - ranging in age from to the pulsing rhythm of conga dntms. nine to 56 - are transformed into an array of eclectic The lively and emotional musical score by and eccentric characters, clowns and artists, who lead Red Dup4d moves between jazz, pop, us through the show. tango and klezmer, evoking the passion and intensity of These include the fun-loving guide Fleur, who proves to be travelling minstrels. The music has been the most successful in jealous, petty and angry; the nostalgic Old Birds who observe Cirque du Soleil's history, with more than one million copies of the goings-on as though they were still ywng and beautiful; the the originatsoundtrack sold. Clowns as social commentators; Tamir and Little Tamir, who, But it is every aspect of the show which makes it so breathtaking and magical, says Ria. "From the crxtumes, make- ;1 - I= - - up, music, set and-figlifing designs, cb6feographyiGtd act30 9 the calibre of performers who are all the best in what they do - a there is no one star - they are ALL stars!" she says. -. - . - .. -. - - Cique du Soleil, an award-winning international performance arts company, was founded in Quebec, Canada in 1984. For performance times and ticket prices please contact Ecketek outlets on (02) 9266 4886 or go online at www.ticketek.com.au. For individual tickets for the exclusive VIP experience ring Tcketek on 1300 364 000, or for corporate or group bookings of 10 or more, contact Benjamin Kaal on (02) 9360 9653. I approached by Sydney College of the Arts, which wanted to stage an exhibition. Gillian smart, Landscape Architect for Centennial Parklands, says 3 1 works made by students at the College were put on show that year, resulting in the first Artful Park exhibition. In 1995, Artful Park was held again, but this time professional artists also I contributed, along with other students. "No one Sydney's first outdoor sculpture exhibition. This year, Artful Park was paid," Gillian says. "We couldn't get funding." The last exhibition included a makes a welcome return to Centennial Park. Lynne Cossar reports. performance day, organised by The Performance Space, which added four-metre high egg floating on while many people may not be aware of another layer to the event. "People the pond ...an oversized rubber it, Centennial Park has a historical link could wander around the Park and ducky affectionately called with the visual arts. When the Park was interact with the performers - it was "Quack ...and some large, empty built in the late 19th century, it featured very exciting," Cillian says. suitcases, strategically placed to quite a few sculptures. Like other Centennial Park offers an incredible symbolise European culture and its Victorian parks, the sculptures - many backdrop for the artists. "It's a multi- influence on Australia. ordered from a Villeroy and Boch faceted thing," Gillian says. "Essentially, If you know where these three catalogue - were placed at practically it brings art down from pedestals and works of art first appeared in Sydney, every intersection. galleries into people's lives. And chances are you were around in 1994 or They remained there until the because it's temporary, the artists can do 1995, when the city's first outdoor introduction of motor vehicles in the some things they otherwise might not sculpture exhibition was staged in early 20th century. "Many were ceramic be able to achieve in a permanent Centennial Park. Called Artful Park, the and quite fragile and the roads were piece. They can have a lot of fun. It ground-breaking event attracted much made for horses and carts. The also makes people think about the Park, public interest but faltered after two motorists would accidentally hit them its history, social and environmental years because of a lack of funding and and they smashed," Lily says. issues and a diverse range of settings - sponsorship interest. While a couple still exist today, from water to woodlands. I think it Now, for the first time in six years, including the two sculptures on top of provokes thought and, at the end of the art - in its many and varied forms - is the columns in the Park's ornamental day, that is one of the key things art to return to Centennial Park this gardens, the ones that weren't hit by is about." September. cars were damaged by vandalism. This year, Artful Park will be held from Lily Katakouzinos, Public Programs Nothing more was done until 1994 22 September to 14 October. The event Officer for Centennial Parklands, says when Centennial Parklands was will be funded with Commonwealth Government assistance under the Federation Fund. A curator for the event is currently being selected. Lily says she hopes the event will trigger a lot more sponsorship interest. "It would be lovely to keep it going. We certainly hope it will kick off interest for it to run on an annual or bi- annual basis. We would love to see it live on."

Top: Floating Egg by Penny Thwaite.

Far left: Feral Peril by Jane Cavanough and Gillian Smart

Left: Quack by Gabrielle Sullivan Introducing a new range of Centennial Parklands products

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CENTENNIAL PARKLANDS PICNIC RU6 CENTENNIAL PARKLANDS This soft, luxurious rug - made in Australia SLED KITE frorn the finest quality pure new wool - is subtly embro~deredwith the Centenn~al r Parklands logo. Perfect for enjoying your favourite Parklands experience, from - ' Six black-and-white postcards featuring I outdoor concerts the moody, evocative photography of to relaxing Brendan Read and Wendy McDougall. under the You can't miss this one in the sky! Bnght ~~ll~~~~~,Items, these photographs shade of a Orange. And easy fly! The kite comes capture the essence of Centenn~alPark, fig tree. complete with skin spars, tails, linehandle, and include of Grand Drive, the $75.00 taps and assembly instructions. $11.50 Duck Pond and the historic Reservoir steps. $3.60 (set of six) SIR HENRY PARKES CARD Produced by the Henry Parkes - CENTENNIAL PARK WALK Foundation, this This handy pocket guide describes CENTENNIAL PARKLANDS HAT card is a tribute Centennial Park's outstanding Very styl~shVery cool Ava~lable~n two to the "Father of attractions colours - cream w~th Federation", Sir offering a blue p~p~ng/logo,or Henry Parkes. wonderful blue w~thred Centennial opportunity to 1 p~p~ndogo.One Parklands is explore its slze only - UXL. pleased to support the Foundation, whlch beauty, history $14.95 promotes the work of the man who also and precious founded Centennial Park. $2.00 (btank environment. -I inside, indudes emdope) $2.OQ - I

To order All Centenntal Parklands rnerchand~seis avarlable from the Parklands Adm~nistrationBuilding (behind the restaurant) from Monday to Friday, 8.30am-5pm. Friends of Centennial Parklands wishing to claim a 10 per cent discount need to order and collect their goods from the Parklands Administration Building, and show their Friends keyring as proof of membership. Delivery Address: For all other orders, please complete the form below and send to: Name: Centennial Parklands, Locked Bag 15, Paddington NSW 2021 Address: Or fax to: (02) 9332 21 48 Enquiries: (02) 9339 6699 Postcode: Product Description Unit Cost* Total Telephone: Fax: Picnic Rug $75.00 Hat - blue $14.95 Method of Payment Hat - cream $14.95 0 Cheque enclosed (please make cheques payable to Sled Kite $1 1.50 Centennial Park and Moore Park Trust) Postcard Set (set af 6) $3.60 Or please charge my: Sir Henry Parkes Card $2.00 0 Bankcard 0 Mastercard 0Visa Centennial Park Walk $2.00 Card No: r POSTAGE & HANDLING (see below) Cardholder's signature:

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-- 1m .-- m w --A teast Celebrating Federation: Friends - Av~licationForm I ~~U~"QmT0BOB To attend, simply RSVP to Francine Gregory on A A Sunday 25 kh (02) 9339 6652 by Friday 11 May. Become a Fried of cm*nnial ~~~~dsand enjoy I bk-n to take advantape- of the soecial discount ticket offer for Don't forget Friends continue to enjoy two-for-one entry to a An Evening with these benefits: I Frimds of Cmtennial Parklands for ticket; to Bob Dylan on 25 March. the Portrait of Park exhibition until 17June by showing their membership keyring Fricnds can purchase tickets to the reserved seating area for 10 membership keyring. Why not take advantage of the free Parklands magazine posted four times a year percent off the normal price of $80.85 (plus booking fee). Maximum tour and your two-for-one deal at the same time for a special Alexander Tzannes 10% discount at Centennial Parklands of four tickets per Frimds membership. Phone (02) 9339 6652 for more day out1 Restaurant and Caft? information on how to take up this offer. Frimds can also enjoy discount rates on the pre-show dinner for the SPECIAL FRIENDS eading Australian architect Lnger-guidcd walks and otherFnndr' Bob Dylan concert. The three-course meal is available to Friends for the Many Frimds will be interested to know that Avril Samuels and urban designer, quality membership certificate special price of $5 1.75. Bookings from 4.30pm, call Centennial and Georgia Stynes - two tireless workers who have been LAlexander Tzannes is the discounts on selected Parklands events Parklands Restaurant on (02) 9360 3355. involved in the Frimds program over the past few years - have guest of honour at a special recently moved on to new challenges. dinner celebrating the Plus you will be helping to support the future of TREE VIEWIN6 DAY Avril, a generous volunteer who has contributed Centenary of Federation at the Centennial Parklands Restaurant Sydney's grandest 19th centmy public park, dedicated Sunday 1 and Monday 2 April enormously to the management of our membership base, has to the people by Sir Henry Parkes in 1888. Frimds of Centennial Parklands who taken up other voluntary work. She remains an active Frimd. on Wednesday 9 May. Membership category have dedicated a tree in the Georgia, a full-time employee who managed the Frimds The evening is also an Single (1 year) ..... $55 (inc.~~) Parklands are invited to join us on program for almost two years, has left to travel and explore opportunity to celebrate the Family (1 year)....$99 (inc.~~) either Sunday 1 or Monday 2 April the parks and gardens of south-east Asia and Europe. lOOth anniversary of the opening of the first Parliament of the Commonwealth of Australia on 9 May 1901. Name: MnlMlMisslMrlDr this season for an update on their We wish both Avril and Georgia the best of luck and thank tree's Droaress. - with our Senior them for their loyal association with the Frimds of Well-known for his award-winning work on many Sydney Aborist, Ted Hoare. Ted is a familiar Cmtmnial Parklands. developments and private homes, Alec won the competition I held as part of Australia's Bicentennial celebrations to design a Address: figure to many Friends, well-known At the same time we welcome Francine Gregory, who is for his fascinating tree walks. Find now looking after the Frimds program. Please feel free to call permanent Federation Pavilion in Centennial Park. His design out how your tree is progressing and I Francine if you have any enquiries about your membership or incorporated the entire landscape of Federation Valley and what growth can be expected in entitlements on (02) 9339 6652. was based on a circle - the symbol of unity - to reflect the the future. significance of the Federation site. Postcode: Bookingr are essential, please NEW FRIENDS Alec will discuss the development and design of the Federation Pavilion in 1988 and plans for the re-instatement Telephone: bmc phone Francine Gregory on As an acknowledgment of their tremendous support, we of Old Grand Drive, linking Centennial and Moore Parks, to 1021, , 9339 6652 before Frida~23 welcome the following new Frirnds of Cmtmnial Parklands: businas I March to arrange a viewing fime. be completed in 2001. The Drive, originally envisaged for Marlene Allen Julie Likoudis Centennial Park in the 1880s, will be re-named "Federation Email: Buddha Sasana Trust Angus McBean and family EXCLUSIVE PORTRAIT OF A PARK VIEWIN6 Drive". The project is being funded by the Commonwealth David Cameron M J Newby and family Government under the Federation Fund. Payment of $ is enclosed (cheques payable 2pm Sunday 20 May Mark and Louise Carmody Alex and Athenia Pascoe Enjoy a delicious Victorian-style banquet while hearing the to Centennial Park & Moore Park Trust) OR Frimds of Cmtnmial PaMsare invited to an exclusive viewing of the Zisis Coustoulis Marjorie Pozzan latest about these significant projects. Chef David Noonan Please charge $ Portrait ofa Park exhibition at the at 2pm on Sue Couzios Mary Premetis has devised a celebratory menu featuring some classic to my 0Bankcard 0Mastercard 0 Visa Sunday 20 May. Laura Culici Sharon Probert Australian fare. Entrees include: Cream of Potato and Leek Card no Exhibition curator, Inara Waldcn, and one of the photographers Peter Desmond Belinda Reis featured in the exhibition, Wendy McDougall, will take Frimds on a Soup with Oysters; Rabbit and Chicken Rillettes with Peach Susette Dixon Peter Rowney Chutney; and Salad of Smoked Rainbow Trout with Illllllllllllllll special one-hour tour, explaining how the show was conceived and Betty Fernandez Alison Sasse and family developed. Wendy will also talk about the inspiration behind many of Cucumber Salad. Expiry date / Laraine Haney H M Sanders For main course, choose from: Roast Leg of Lamb with her photographs of Centennial Park, recalling the magic moments that Stephen Hoppitt Joy Shuttleworth Cardholder's name Roast Potatoes, Pumpkin and Mint Jelly; Grilled Snapper have been lrena Kofman Sergiy Stanislovsky captured in black- Fillets with Lemon Caper Butter and Green Beans; or Roast Phillipe Kou Linda Sweetland Chicken with Rosemary Stuffing. and-white. Nelly Lahoud Conchi Vidal Cardholder's signature And the historical theme is further reflected in the choice This event is L L Lawrence Lino Vieira open to Fricnds of delicious desserts: Sherry Trifle; Peach Melba; or Send to: Friends of Centennial Parklands Tate Liedtke Susan Waldock and their guests Strawberry and Passionfruit Pavlovar Locked Bay 15 Prudence Liger and family Jo Whitelaw and is free with Reservations for dinner may be made for between 6.30 and PADDINGTON NSW 202 1 entry to the 8.30pm. Alec's talk will start at 7pm. Please contact the Phone: (02) 9339 6699 Centennial Parklands Restaurant for bookings on Fax: (02) 9332 2148 Museum ($7 adults, $3 (02) 9360 3355. Parking is available near the Restaurant. concession, $17 The price for the dinner and talk is $52.50 per person or family). $47.50 for Frimds of Cmtmnial Parklands. events 9utu 2I ndar Bookings and enquiries (02) 9339 6699 (unless otheSfnse stated). 25 Sunday SENIORS SPOTLIGHT PROWL In case of rain, please call to confirm event.is.proceeding. BOB DYlAN - Live in - SENIORS WEEK 2001 e, Centennial Park e) A chance to enjoy the wild Live Dylan is an experience nightlife in Centennial Park. Join few concert-goers forget. With Rangers spotlighting possums, support act Paul Kelly. Parade where the horses live, what flying foxes and lots of other ALL AUTUMN they eat and how to care for Grounds 6-9pm. Gates open at night creatures. Seniors receive 4pm. Reserved seating $80.85 them. Includes a short pony a complimentary pack of six PORTRAIT OF A PARK @ plus booking fee, lawn picnic ride. Wear covered shoes. limited edition postcards of Centennial Park is the focus of area $69.85 plus booking fee 10-1 lam. $7.50 per child Centennial Park. Bring a torch. the exhibition Portrait of a Park (free for children under 12), (2-5 years), adults free. 7.45-8.45pm. $8.50 per at the Museum of Sydney. This student discount price for lawn Meet Equestrian Centre person. Meet Robertson exhibition explores the history picnic area $58.85 plus Gates, corner Lang and Road Gates. and contemporary identity of Cook Roads. booking fee. Bookings essential Friends of Centennial Centennial Park. Admission $7 Bookings essential (02)9339 6699 adult, $3 concession, $17 family. (02)9339 6699 Parklands can purchase Museum of Sydney corner reserved seating tickets at a Bridge and Philip Streets. discount of 10%. phone Friends of Centennial Parklands (02) 9339 6652 for details. can show their membership Tickets from Ticketek outlets keyring at the admission desk and Phonecharge on for two-for-one entry. Natural wonders (02), 9266 4800. $+ . . Enquiries (02)925 1 5988. Autumn Escape and Explore program CCl&. Until 17 June. 27 Tuesday Centennial Park's ponds are the UNDERWATER WORLD e, CENTENNIAL STABLES Peek under the lily pads to find fundamental reasons behind its HORSERIDING e, the many different plants that Centennial Stables caters for survival as open space. In 18 1 1 grow in Centennial Park's all levels of riding: beginners to Governor Macquarie set aside as a ponds and help Rangers plant advanced; pleasure or water reserve the area from which reeds on the banks. Wear competition. Open seven days, Centennial Park was developed. gumboots. 10-1 lam. $7.50 per child (2-5 years), adults free. 7.30am to 7.30pm Monday to During the establishment of the Friday. 8am to 5pm weekends. Meet Musgrave Avenue Gates, Park ride $35, park lesson $55, Park the natural wetlands were corner Darley and York Roads. private lesson $65, shared dammed and the existing ponds Bookings essential lesson $55, group lesson $45, (many of which had been used as (02)9339 6699 half-hour child's private lesson dams) were enlarged to from the 12 $35. 20% discount for Friends beautiful ponds we see today. of Centennial Parklands. APRIL Bookings (02)9360 5650. This autumn, our Escape and Explore program focus@$nL$he All season. richsology as well as the upkquphistog-, of -these pG&io~g,-,\ 1 1 Wednesday &$waterways. .I , a W' MY LIITLE PONIES e, Cbtitennial Park's ponds prbvidd @:@orhef~f a yast diversity 10-llam MARCH of i$Scts, fish, birds and tu&. nt$ iiUndr-indwed bc;& ! See 14 March 11 Sunday a&eh %%ti@.+ q& s.-- wpti~~ds ?):a for rnan$bf (y*<~rr?~es: ESCAPE AND EXPLORE FAMILY FUN WATER DAY it e_ni&dfiscover more abott{thi~,j~~ortarit.'2 :, ' HOLIDAY PROORAM A fun day out with a special ec~&g&.iw$ile having fun with acf&i~&.iuch%aF~$d@$& message about our waterways. wo;h;@&der Wander. and the deligh&ji A Ti& Qf@iykiT[ib. 15 Sunday *" SL:-YU WATER WALK @ Kids and adults alike will enjoy apdhey qtehHeritage Engiiii=i;" Jon B@& i$Jll@'~~ ' * I the free activities including .f This Ranger-guided tour of the Ranger-led walks around the presen'f d ?@cia1 tour for ad*s fiiising on tk&%"n% e&Iy F pond system of Centennial wetlands, advice on bird links yith oycity's water su@h taktng in bt$$i,age-&ed r Park highlights the importance a < - '.;:' " , watching, native plant give- rese&oi~.aid pumping static$%& '?LCy, - f of ponds as habitat for aquatic aways and a free sausage Ce"teniii 'park boasts its $wn natural spri~n&$&yyq life and as a catchment for the Y $1: '," sizzle. 1Oam-2pm. Musgrave most pf its poneare fed by stohwater. On~;@q$i.vire F Botany Wetlands. Learn how Pond Picnic Area. 7,. r the ponds have been improved wd~join *&*E:Eg&urins.cd'uncils to present gg3qfwn Enquiries Randwick Council t by our Pond Restoration (02)9399 0999 Water biYYY~ise3$$t wiEfiiih1ight efforts to prpt=e&to"i. Program. 2-4pm. $8.50 per , .+.- pondi from it~@%$ter *$htion (including a"hi6k1t(gldeone ; person. Meet Shelter Pavilion. 14 Wednesday of the big*est stdfmwatir traps in the Southern kerliisphere) i Bookings essential MY LllTLE PONIES @ and the very important role we all play in preventing (02)9339 6699. A special children's tour of the Centennial Parklands stormwater pdlution. - Ff--.- , . . . _ , 1, ;: . . .;/ ..,_. Equestrian Centre. Find out . . .. Rachel Ety IfkF ,, . --.. Smior Ranger Education and Inkrprttation ,I . (,:a. _ .. . - ...... 17 T"esday 1 9 Thursday UNDERWATER WORLD ,T&I lam See 27 hiiarch

' . @%RAY HOASERIDIN~ GA~P9.. A @*day ~Q[s?C@~ camp far d-lildren age$ five Years and over, teaching the fuhdamental&l riding. $la0 Bookings essentigl per camp (includes morning (@)m9 ggse tea and lunch). lOam-3pm. TWGDAY HORSERlDl Moore Park Stables. GAMP e, Bookings (02)939360 8747 lOam3pm each day Moore Park Stabks PONDER WANDER.e) See17April -- - Have you ever wondered where the water in Centennial Parkk ponds comes from? Discwer the water cycle in the Park by investigating gutters, drains, pipes and pwids. Search for evidence of stormwater pdlution and help Rangers with drain stencilling. 2-3.30pni. $8.50 per child (5-8 yeqrs). Meet York Raad Gates. Bookings essential (02)9339 Bm SROTLWHT PROWL 9 A chance to enjoy the wild nightlife of Centennial Park. Join Rangers spoX1Sghting possums, flying IDXBSand la@ of other night creaturm. Bring : a torch. $8.50 per psrmn. Mea Robertson Road Gates, and the ponds' sarly links with 5.4W.45prn. Sydney's water supply. 9-1 1am. .?%kings essential Free:Meet Busby$ Pond, near =(02)‘w9.- 66B9 Robertson Road Gat-. Bookings e~sential 1, @ -~eiiiwda~ (d2)9334 0238 CH/~!DREN'STENNIS GAMP PONY RIDES $I 'ffiis thfee&d@y,campt$achs8 lctiild,bh3fi@e~earsafi?I.over the @a$i&of tehcs tYlibugh .~~oF$b[~g:ggc;*~$jpn. $75 ~,e~~~c@I&:9afyppyeach day. Pa?~

Front covec The NSW Mounted Police offer an inspiring sight as they practice on the Centennial Park Equestrian Grounds. Find out more about their unique relationship M Centennial Park on page 10.

CENTENNIAL parklands

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