parklands THE MAGAZINE OF VOLUME 42 • AUTUMN 2008 42 • AUTUMN VOLUME

Filming and photography: our place on the world stage

New Chair for Community Consultative Committee

Mardi Gras says thanks with a tree Directions Parkbench

the year, in this magazine and through provide information within the Parklands. Recycling bins trial at New website with interactive map various events, we will aim to showcase the We are also dedicated to providing a high Learners Cycleway Make sure you bookmark the three Parks that make up this wonderful quality and accessible online presence. To this new and improved Centennial space – , Moore Park and end, the Trust has recently redeveloped its New types of general waste and recycling bins Parklands website. Not only Queens Park. website: www.centennialparklands.com.au. have been installed at the Learners Cycleway does it have a new look, picnic area. The new bins feature lid systems the information has been The Parklands play a number of roles for the Finally, as a member of the peak that aim to reduce contamination of the community – providing recreation space, international body Parks Forum, I would like restructured to allow users recycling bin and improve the amount of to find information quickly scope for enterprise and urban habitat. It is a to pay tribute to the late Sir Edmund Hillary recycling within the Parklands. When a recycling and easily. place that often surprises (read on page 3 – patron to Parks Forum, pioneer, bin is contaminated with general waste the The new website includes an about the discovery of a new native species adventurer and advocate. His immense contents are sent to land fill rather than interactive map using the latest of fish), regularly entertains (read about presence will be sadly missed by all who recycled. The Trust will monitor the success of Welcome to the autumn issue of Parklands Screen shot of our new website aerial and street mapping upcoming events on page 4) and always work in or believe in a healthy and this trial with a view to replacing all bins within technology. The map gives magazine. the Parklands. provides a picturesque backdrop or setting sustainable environment. users a bird's eye view of all your favourite locations, sports fields, barbecues, This year will see significant milestones for for an occasion or venture (read about Enjoy the changing colours of autumn. toilets and bus stops. We welcome feedback on our new site. Visit Centennial Parklands. On Australia Day filming activities on pages 6-7). www.centennialparklands.com.au and check it out. Centennial Park turned 120 years old, and With 360 hectares to manage and more in December the Centennial Park and than 10 million visits a year, provision of Steve Corbett Centennial Parklands Moore Park Trust will celebrate its 25th year high quality information is essential. Director and Chief Executive Restaurant precinct as custodian of these Parklands. Throughout Brochures, signs and our visitor centres Centennial Parklands update New sports field at Moore Park Our People Our Places Our Partners Our Potential The Trust, in conjunction with the Cricket and Sports Ground Trust, has undertaken construction of a premium sporting field at Kippax Lake. This quality field will be available to professional sporting teams and community sporting groups. It will also reduce on-grass car parking spaces during events. Contents A number of eucalyptus trees removed during construction were identified for removal in the Tree Master Plan 2002. The trees were of low level Parkbench 3 heritage and design significance. Replacement trees have been planted at the northern end of Kippax Lake and at Moore Park West and future plantings in Jack Johnson’s Eco Village 4 this area will result in a net increase in the overall tree population around Mardi Gras says thanks with a tree 4 Kippax Lake. New CCC Chair 5 Working on the Restaurant’s new roof Autumn events line-up 5 5 Feature: Filming & photography: The Restaurant refurbishment is well our place on the world’s stage 6 underway with the main structural work, A fishy find in Lily Pond including installation of the roof, due to be Parklands magazine is published quarterly by the Twitcher’s Corner: A new species of native fish – completed in April 2008. The fit-out of the Centennial Park and Moore Park Trust: Little Pied Cormorant 8 not seen before in Centennial Locked Bag 15, Paddington NSW 2021 Restaurant will then be undertaken by the Parklands – has been identified in Centennial Parklands is managed by the Business profile: The Travelling Barista 8 new licensee, Trippas White, with a winter Lily Pond. The Cox’s Gudgeon Centennial Park and Moore Park Trust. opening date anticipated. As part of the Plant of the Season: (Gobiomorphus coxii) was recently Trustees: refurbishment the women’s toilets near the found during a survey to assess Professor John Niland AC (Chairman) Imperial bromeliad 9 café were demolished and temporary toilets the population of the introduced Justice Annabelle Bennett AO David Leckie installed across Depot Road. When the Yvette Pietsch Mairaed Bilmon Native Watch: Pouched Coral Fern 9 Gambusia species. Though only project is completed, new toilets will be John Walker Sarah Whyte Friends / Healthy Parks Healthy People 10 6 150mm long, the Cox’s Dr Margaret Varady AO available in the restaurant/café building. Gudgeon is the largest native fish The Centennial Park and Moore Park Trust Foundation / Volunteers 11 Associated road works in Depot Road will naturally present and able to acknowledges the as the traditional 9 custodians of the land that is now known as Visitor Information 12 increase the safety of pedestrians using this breed in Centennial Parklands’ Centennial Parklands. shared zone. The speed limit of 10 kilometres pond system. As yet, this species Editor: Rachel Maiden per hour will remain. As part of this pedestrian Cox’s Gudgeon has not been identified in any [email protected] focus, the existing public parking bays on other Parklands’ ponds. Contributors: Trevor Waller, Frank Hemmings Cover: A film shoot in Centennial Park, Depot Road will be removed however three Photography: Chris Gleisner behind the camera’s lens. accessible parking bays will remain.

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Jack Johnson’s Eco Village New Chair for Community Autumn line-up Enjoy the range of events hosted by and school gardens, land preservation, Consultative Committee Centennial Parklands this autumn. For environmental education and more – to more information visit acknowledge and support the important A new Chair, Ann ‘Mairaed’ Bilmon, has been appointed to the Centennial www.centennialparklands.com.au/whatson work they are doing in communities Parklands Community Consultative Committee (CCC). Mairaed has been a or call (02) 9339 6699 to receive a copy across the planet. member of the Committee for two years and replaces outgoing Chair Allan of our What’s On brochure. A number of non-profit groups will Young, whose maximum two terms on the Committee have expired. interact with the crowd at the concert’s A local resident for many years as well as a former councillor and Mayor of Jack Johnson 2008 tour “Village Green” to raise awareness about Woollahra Municipal Council, Mairaed brings a love of the Parklands and wealth of Saturday 15 March 2008 local issues and engage community action. local knowledge to the Committee. Mairaed said, ‘I am honoured to have been Musician Jack Johnson returns to Centennial The Centennial Parklands Foundation will elected Chair of the Community Consultative Committee. There are challenges Park performing songs from his new album, be a part of this Eco Village. The and rewards being part of the Parklands network and the broader community. Sleeping Through Static, as well many Foundation is a charitable organisation A number of new members have also been appointed to the Committee, and popular songs from earlier albums. The raising much needed funds to ensure I am keen to welcome and work with them as they bring their special skills to show promises Australian audiences the natural environment provided by the CCC.’ another extraordinary live experience, such Centennial Parklands is enjoyed by Reflecting on his four years on the committee, Allan said he thoroughly enjoyed it: as they have come to enjoy over the past future generations. ‘Two years were spent as Chair of the Committee. There have been many eight years. challenges during this time, including providing input into key planning documents, At the Village Green, the Foundation will Opening the concert will be Matt Costa, major capital works such as the restaurant refurbishment and the staging of seek to lift awareness of this important with support from local talent Will Conner large events.’ work and distribute information on ways and Dave “Rasta” Rastavich. Visit to help it secure a sustainable future for Musician Jack Johnson Allan extended his thanks to the Parklands community for its support. He especially www.jackjohnsonmusic.com the Parklands. thanked his fellow members, Don Carseldine, Michael McDonald, Sandy Pratten Musician Jack Johnson will return to play festival merchandise will be made from For more information on how you can and Peter Reid, whose terms have also expired, for their ‘commitment and V Festival at Centennial Park on Saturday 15 March sustainable materials and the tour will support the work of the Foundation, visit friendship’ during their tenure on the CCC. Saturday 29 March 2008 2008. As with Jack’s 2005 tour, this year’s promote locally grown and organic foods, www.centennialparklands.com.au/foundation Newly appointed CCC members are Natalie Fisher, Sandy Libling, Fran Meagher, tour is committed to energy conservation bio-ware, composting and recycling. The popular V Festival will be held for a or phone (02) 9339 6699. Stacy Warren and Harley Wright. Visit www.centennialparklands.com.au/ccc for second year in Centennial Park. An and waste reduction. Trucks and coaches Additionally this year, the tour is reaching background information on these new members. will use biodiesel to reduce carbon amazing line-up of artists include The out to non-profit groups – working in The CCC is an advisory body whose task is to represent a broad range of dioxide emissions and attendees will be Smashing Pumpkins, Duran Duran, areas such as water quality, community community interests to the Trust. Members have diverse backgrounds and meet encouraged to use public transport. All Queens of the Stone Age, The Jesus and approximately eight times a year. If you would like to contact the Committee, Mary Chain and many more. Visit please email [email protected] or write to Locked Bag 15 www.vfestival.com.au Paddington NSW 2021. Tour de Kids Mardi Gras says thanks with a tree Sunday 6 April 2008 Tour de Kids has raised $2.6 million The Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras dedicated a tree in support of the over seven years for will celebrate its 30th birthday this year Centennial Parklands Foundation. a variety of children’s with its traditional parade on Saturday The tree is sited adjacent to the route health and wellbeing 1 March 2008. From turbulent beginnings followed by the Mardi Gras Parade. In programs. This year in 1978, Mardi Gras has become a firmly recognition of Mardi Gras’ generosity a they will ride established event on Sydney’s calendar, plaque has be placed at the base of this 1,100kms from Albury to Sydney via the growing in terms of both tourist and beautiful Moreton Bay fig. Victorian Alps. Their Sydney route will take spectator numbers. This year’s parade theme, Brave New them through Centennial Park on Sunday Over the years Moore Park has been the Worlds, encourages a reflective look at 6 April. Their goal is to raise $700,000 for finishing point for this world-famous how far Mardi Gras has come over the the Starlight Children’s Foundation and a parade and the location of its post-Parade past three decades while looking to range of smaller charities. Visit parties. To celebrate this anniversary and the future. www.tourdekids.org.au mark the event’s long association with Visit www.mardigras.org.au for more Centennial Parklands, Mardi Gras has information.

New CCC Chair, Mairaed Bilmon Mardi Gras celebrates 30 years 4 Parklands Autumn 2008 Parklands Autumn 2008 5 Feature: Our Places

revenue stream, contributing to the long- Commercials term sustainability of the Parks, ‘we don’t Some of the industries blue chip brands just work with the big players. We assist have filmed commercials in Centennial Our growing place on the world media and many budding film makers, including Parklands, including: Tropfest entrants, by providing special Nokia, McDonalds, AAMI, Nike, low rates. Film students and children also Coca Cola, Weight Watchers. come to the Parklands to complete their film assignments,’ he said. entertainment stage The Parklands’ 360 hectares offers a vast range of locations to suit different filming The Parklands has been a venue for some needs. Our magnificent tree-lined spectacular sets including a Ferris wheel roadways are great for car commercials, for a mobile phone commercial, an Asian our sports fields are popular for active marketplace for a spices product, a recreation shots, and our many natural carnival ground for a chocolate A “dolly” allows the camera to be set on tracks beauty spots including ponds, formal and informal landscapes and vistas are a advertisement and a futuristic planet for Restrictions are also designed to ensure Farscape. The Parklands has hosted a cast perfect backdrop for romance and equity of access for other park users. For relaxation shoots. of talent from Canadian environmentalist example filming is not permitted on David Suzuki to actress Rose Byrne as weekends when the Parklands is at its well as looking after the special needs of most popular with the public. A safety talented animals including a cow, monkey, officer is required on large film shoots, parrot – even an elephant! and a specially trained Parklands Security Ranger looks after the interests of the Music Videos Parklands and manages enquiries from Did you know that Australian Idol Casey the public at the location site. Donovan’s “Listen to your Heart” was ‘Larger shoots always require on-site The set for a TV commercial promoting an Asian spice range filmed in the Pine Forest. The shoot was meetings,’ said Kate, ‘and once we get a Centennial Parklands is growing in Kate Hooper, Centennial Parklands’ conducted at night with thousands of clear idea of the type of location the popularity as a versatile location for contact officer for the filming and fairylights creating a magical setting. client wants we can usually provide movies, television shows, commercials photography industry, ‘Sometimes the Children’s performers Hi-5 and Vanessa multiple options. Recently a client asked Shooting a scene from Farscape required installing a and photography shoots. You will have smaller film shoots require bringing in Amorosi have also used the Parklands to to use Federation Valley for a film shoot large statue seen the results – though you may not about seven trucks for catering, record music videos. involving a cow. But because this is an In early 2008 the Australian Film, be aware of it – on a screen or billboard, wardrobe, props, lighting and generators.’ historic area, not to mention a popular The carnival set for a chocolate commercial Television and Radio School (AFTRS), or in a magazine or newspaper. off-leash dog area, we suggested other Ashley McLeod is Location Director from one of Australia's premier national Increasingly, too, international shoots are venue options and the shoot was easily Core of the Parklands’ growing Photography Sach Australia, a locations company that training institution for the screen and showcasing the beauty of the Parklands moved to Dickens Drive.’ international profile is Fox Professional regularly recommends Centennial broadcast industries, will move into new to a global audience. The Parklands is very popular for Studios in Moore Park. Fox has Parklands to film and photography clients. premises in the Entertainment Quarter. photography shoots. You may have established a creative community of Centennial Parklands has been used as a Proximity to Sydney’s CBD plus open Television This move, AFTRS said, will put it in recognised our backdrop in the following more than 60 independent service location for major films seen by millions of space is what draws Ashley back to the The Parklands has hosted many television close proximity to Fox Studios, Animal catalogue shoots: providers, able to handle everything from people around the world, providing Parklands time and time again. shoots in the last 12 months, highlights Logic, Soundfirm, Trackdown, Vision David Jones, Reebok, Supre, Rockmans, casting to the final sound mix. Next door, wonderful free exposure to our diverse ‘Centennial Parklands is one of the most including: Bytes, Spectrum Films and other national locale. Consumer marketers would pay Australian Country Style Magazine, in the Entertainment Quarter, are many well used and diverse locations on my Enough Rope with Andrew Denton and international production companies big dollars for such “product placement” Sass and Bide, Black & White. supporting industries including casting files, offering open fields, wooded forests, (ABC TV), Healthy Living (ABC TV), ‘and will provide opportunities for AFTRS in any internationally marketed movie. agents, animation and digital effects mystic paths and room to move and Creature Features (ABC TV), students to interact and collaborate with Centennial Parklands was a location for businesses and location managers. No ‘No matter how big or small the film build sets,’ he said. Celebrity Dog Show, Catalyst (ABC TV), other practitioners and the wider the Mission: Impossible cinema thriller, wonder Moore Park is the hub of the shoot is each one is attempting to create Film shoots are subject to strict Message Stick (ABC), Mary Bryant, community.’ and for the internationally-distributed filming industry in Sydney. something unique. Our job is to help conditions and restrictions to ensure the the mini-series, Love My Way (Pay TV), For more information about filming and Kangaroo Jack and Danny Deckchair films. The Entertainment Quarter is also the them find the best location that will meet environment is protected. Says Kate Raggs Children’s Show. photography in Centennial Parklands, location of choice for a number of International movie shoots require vast their needs while balancing the needs of Hooper: ‘We are always looking to please visit industry schools, including Brent Street, a forward planning and are relatively other park users and taking care of the minimise vehicle movement on grass and www.centennialparklands.com.au/venues or Steve Corbett, Director and Chief performing arts school that specialises in infrequent. However the Parklands is a sensitive Parklands environment,’ we undertake regular consultation with contact Kate Hooper on (02) 9339 6699. Executive of the Parklands said that various aspects of the entertainment very popular location for film shoots for she says. horticultural and aboricultural staff television shows and commercials. Said and rangers.’ although filming and photography was an industry, encouraging interaction important part of Centennial Parklands’ between students and the real industry.

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Twitcher’s Corner The Travelling Barista Plant of the Season Little Pied Cormorant Business Profile Imperial bromeliad (red form) By Trevor Waller The Imperial bromeliad (Alcantarea roots also take up nutrients The Little Pied imperialis) is a native of the mountains of as organic matter accumulates Cormorant is a Teresópolis of Rio de Janeiro at an around the plant. small black and elevation of 1,500 metres forming a large Over 10 years the white (pied) bird rosette clump that grows on rock face bromeliad can be expected with a stubby yellow and cliffs. to produce annual white bill. It is black over The genus Alcantarea was named after flowers which can reach a the back and white the Dom Pedro de Alcantara, second height of 2.5 metres. on the underparts, Emperor of Brazil, and includes The Imperial bromeliad has a long tail and approximately 20 species distributed grows best in full sun in well neck and short black throughout eastern Brazil growing on drained soil, does well in legs with webbed exposed rock outcrops. pots and can be established feet. The bill has a The red form, is a popular garden and on rocks. hooked tip to help it collectors plant with a rosette of tough Where can it be seen? Little Pied Cormorant hold on to its prey. and leathery slightly ribbed leaves with a Over the autumn months It has no black flank The Travelling Barista waxy surface, growing to a span of you can see specimens of mark which sets it apart from the larger Pied Cormorant. 1.5 metres. Gourmet coffee is a multi-billion dollar industry that achieved this magnificent flower It swims low in the water and dives underwater to feed. The glamour status in the late ‘90s. Then came the development The plant derives water and nutrients growing in the Column cormorant uses its feet to swim and keeps its wings folded out of domed snap-on travelling lids which, combined with the from its tightly packed leaves that trap Garden island displays. The Imperial bromeliad (red form) of the way. Its eyes are protected underwater by a nictitating fast-paced lifestyle of the modern era, gave rise to the mobile and hold water and organic matter. The membrane. It feeds mainly on fish, eels, frogs, crustaceans and coffee craze – the social phenomenon of “latte commuting”. insects. Feeding underwater means the feathers eventually Michael Coster, known as the Travelling Barista, was one of become waterlogged and the bird must leave the water to dry the first people to bring this mobile coffee phenomenon to off. This gives us that distinctive “shag on a rock” pose as it sits Sydney nearly a decade ago. Now his mobile van with in the sun with its wings outstretched. This may also help it customised trimmings is to regularly service visitors to Queens digest its food. Native Watch Park and Moore Park. The main habitats for these birds are coasts, islands, lakes and Says Michael: ‘Coffee is not the only thing on the menu. Pouched Coral Fern dams, and they will follow rivers well inland. They will use Our sandwiches, salads, wraps, pies and sausages rolls are By Frank Hemming any inland water to their advantage. Breeding can take place legendary and fresh every day. Our cakes, muffins and slices throughout the year, but is usually during spring and summer. add a sweet touch. We also serve smoothies and juices and Pouched Coral Fern (Gleichenia dicarpa) is one of approximately They nest in colonies, often together with other cormorants, there’s nothing like a milkshake to quench a child’s thirst.’ on well vegetated freshwater wetlands. The nest is a platform of 10 species in the genus Gleichenia. Found throughout the coast sticks lined with leaves, and is placed in a tree overhanging water. The Travelling Barista operates on Saturdays, Sundays and and tablelands of NSW, it also occurs in Queensland, Victoria, public holidays, from 8.00 am to sunset. In Moore Park it will Tasmania, New Zealand, New Caledonia and the Philippines. These birds are in the Parklands all year round and should be be located at the Robertson Road fields behind the Parklands As with other Gleichenia species, the fronds have a distinctive easy to find. Look for them swimming in the many lakes and Sports Centre (near the netball/basketball courts). In Queens and delicate appearance due to their narrow segments. The ponds, or standing on a sculpture in Duck Pond. They also Park it will be alternating between the children’s playground fronds arise from an underground stem (rhizome), may grow to congregate in the trees on the islands in Willow Pond. off Darley Rd, and a location near the amenities building off Pouched Coral Fern 2 metres in length and branch repeatedly. Look for the growth Baronga Avenue. Trevor Waller is a bird enthusiast with more than ten bud at the end of each fork. Pouched Coral Fern gets its Where can it be seen? years behind the binoculars. He is a member of various This mobile facility also removes the need for additional common name from one of its distinctive features – the final In the Parklands it occurs in patches in the Lachlan Swamp bird watching clubs in Sydney, including Birds Australia, buildings to provide refreshments in the Parklands. segments of the fronds are folded over into tiny pouches. where it forms part of the understorey of the swamp forest, and conducts the Parklands Birdwatcher’s Breakfasts Says Michael: ‘If you’re in the Moore or Queens Park areas, Pouched Coral Fern is found in damp and often sunny situations, especially on the northern margins but also in other parts. each season. The next Birdwatcher’s Breakfast will be please drop by. I look forward to having a chat and a cuppa especially around swamps and streams but also cliff bases and Smaller clumps occur along the streams south of Busbys Pond. held on Sunday 4 May 2008. Please visit with you.’ margins of wetter forests. It sometimes forms dense thickets Frank Hemming is curator of the John T. Waterhouse www.centennialparklands.com.au/whatson for details. which provide hiding places for small birds such as Superb Herbarium at the School of Biological, Earth and Fairy-wrens. Environmental Sciences, University of .

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Share your photos on our new website Green Corps Volunteers Following the success of the 2007 program the Foundation, in partnership with Calling for a volunteer archivist Greening Australia (NSW), has secured a second Green Corps project for the Centennial New brochure makes Parklands. From February 2008 the Green Corps team will undertake works Parklands has a including carp removal, pond riparian zone restoration and culturally significant significant walking the eastern tree plantings within Queens Park. Friends can submit photos on the new website collection of suburbs even better Green Corps is an Australian Government program offering young people the historical Centennial Parklands recently redesigned its new website at opportunity to be paid while receiving accredited training working on six month information www.centennialparklands.com.au. In addition to the great new look and Walking is one of life’s great pleasures and research has consistently demonstrated that environment and heritage projects. gathered over improved navigation, Friends of Centennial Parklands have access to a special the past 197 members-only feature. spending time in parks has a beneficial impact years and Friends are invited to upload photographs of Centennial Parklands to be upon your mental and Tree Transplant Appeal stored on site. featured on the new home page. These photos can be of anything in the We are seeking physical wellbeing. For Sir Henry Parkes opened Centennial Park in 1888, bringing to fruition an Parklands setting: your favourite spots, your pets, your mates, your the voluntary these reasons alone, extraordinary vision. Parkes was instrumental in setting aside 890 acres of land recreational pursuits or the beautiful diversity of the Parklands’ flora and fauna. assistance of an Centennial Parklands is a on the fringe of a growing metropolis so that future generations might have experienced We are currently developing a new dedicated Friends website that will be wonderful stand-alone room to move, fresh air to breathe and a space to play. 120 years later, there Historical images like this one need archivist to bring launched shortly and more members-only online features are planned. In destination for recreation is a unique opportunity for similarly far-sighted and public-spirited individuals to be catalogued some formality the meantime, visit www.friends.net.au and upload a photograph today! It’s and relaxation. to continue this vision by supporting special projects as part of the to this outstanding resource. If you possess the a great opportunity to share your favourite Parklands moments with the rest The Parklands now Foundation’s Tree Transplant Appeal. These include: relevant knowledge and experience, and are of the world. features prominently in • The Grand Drive Inner Ring project which will see over 100 semi- retired or otherwise free to assist us cataloguing an initiative by the mature trees planted over a three year period to form a completely new this historic material perhaps one day a week, Sydney Coastal Councils avenue of trees that will enhance the existing avenues of figs, oaks and we would like to hear from you. New discounts and benefits for Friends Group and the The new walking brochure pines planted along Grand Drive at the turn of last century. Department of Planning, When the task is completed the Trust hopes to This is the first major tree planting project to be undertaken since the to encourage the community to get out and make much of this information available on its Parkes Drive Palm avenues were replaced with the successful Kauri Pine discover the wider eastern suburbs by foot. website for students and the general public. (Agathis robusta) plantings in 2000. The new Harbour Bridge to South Head and Please email Volunteer Coordinator Lyn Walker • The Wollemi Pine Grove. The Wollemi Pine (Wollemi nobilis) is one of Clovelly walking map is available free from the on [email protected] if the most significant botanical discoveries in recent memory. A grove of Parklands Office (Monday to Friday) or the you are interested in helping on this exciting and rare Australian pines is proposed adjacent to the Jervois Avenue Gates, Visitors Centre (weekends). The brochure rewarding project. dominated by the Wollemi Pine and supplemented by close relatives features a comprehensive guide, suggested including the: Two new postcards promoting Friends walking routes with times and distances, and provides a number of long or short walks to suit – Bunya Pine (Araucaria bidwilli) Vale Have you fully looked into what you can get with your Friends membership your availability and fitness. – Norfolk Island Pine (Araucaria heterophylla) card? New discounts and benefits are coming online all the time. All at Centennial Parklands were sad to hear of The Federation Track, a seven kilometre walk – Hoop Pine (Araucaria cunninghamii) the recent death of long time volunteer Fay Did you know that Friends get a 20% discount on the United Healthy Living from Rushcutters Bay to Waverley , – Cook Pine (Araucaria columnaris) Brown. Fay was involved for many years in Program? This eight week program is designed to provide you with the optimal takes in Centennial Park, including Federation customer service at the Visitor Centre, and as a health and lifestyle tools to refocus your mind, enhance your energy levels and For more information on these special projects, please email Valley, and Queens Park and gives walkers some member of the Bush Regeneration team. Her improve your movement. The next two courses will run on Mondays from 5 [email protected] or visit of the most spectacular Parklands scenes. devotion to the Parklands was an inspiration and May and Wednesdays from 7 May 2008. www.centennialparklands.com.au/foundation or call (02) 9339 6633. So whether you’ve spent 50 years exploring the she will be greatly missed. Being a Friend is good for you and great for the Parklands. Make sure you get the eastern suburbs by foot, or only have time to most out of your membership, including 20% discounts on all school holiday explore it for just 50 minutes, you’ll benefit from activities, 20% off bike hire, cheaper coffee and discounted portrait photography picking up this great new brochure. New benefactors The Whittaker family sittings to name a few. Visit www.friends.net.au for a complete listing of discounts Peter, Bianca and Bronte Walker The Spencer family and benefits. Well done! Dr Sian Graham The Irwin family Healthy Parks Healthy People is an initiative of the Ruth White, a long time volunteer customer Not a Friend yet? Sydney Parks Group and includes the Botanic Gardens Ms Gillian Graham The Horsfall family service person at the Visitor Centre, has retired. It’s easy, affordable and – most importantly – directly helps the Parklands. From Trust; Centennial Parklands; Department of Planning; Friends of Guy Morrison Mr Keith Rodger Ruth gave her time and her dedication to the just $55 a year, or $99 a year for a family, you can enjoy savings on a range of Department of Environment & Conservation - Parks Renee Pollack Foundation Bruno de Oliva Park she loved. Her’s was one of the wonderful, & Wildlife; Park Trust; Sydney Harbour passionate faces the Parklands loves to present to activities and social events, while knowing that your support and membership Dr Craig Wilson Susan Hedrick contribution directly assists the work of the Centennial Parklands Foundation in Federation Trust; and Sydney Olympic Park Authority. its visitors. We hope Ruth will continue to enjoy Mr & Mrs Martin & Anne Jones Michelle Neill funding environmental and educational projects. Visit www.friends.net.au or Supported by University of Technology, Sydney and the Parklands ambience for many years to come. phone (02) 9339 6699 to join today. the University of Western Sydney. New Mardi Gras Justin Bull The Crowe family Kevin Finch Visit www.healthyparkshealthypeople.com Parklands Autumn 2008 11 10 Parklands Autumn 2008 Visitor Information

Please refer to the map insert for locations. The Long Apron at Moore Moore Park Golf B3 Park Golf B3 HOW TO GET HERE Par 70, 18-hole Group One Championship This bar and restaurant serves quality meals public access golf course. All weather, day- 5 km from the Sydney CBD. Easily accessible and a full variety of wine and beers. night Driving Range, Putting and Chipping by bus, train, car, bike or on foot. Open Wed to Sun, Noon–5.00 pm greens, Pro Shop and School of Golf. Regular buses from Circular Quay, (02) 9663 1064 Membership now available. (02) 9663 1064 Central Stn, Bondi Jn Stn and surrounding www.mooreparkgolf.com.au www.mooreparkgolf.com.au suburbs. Trains to Central and Bondi Jn, both Horse Riding C4 D5 a 30-40 minute walk to the Parklands. RECREATION ACTIVITIES 3.6 km horse track; 3.5 ha of fenced grounds www.131500.info BBQs and Picnics featuring showjumping, dressage, lunging and Cycle lanes along Darley Rd, Alison Rd, Free BBQs. First-in first served basis. BYO turf hacking; Equestrian Centre with covered Anzac Pde, South Dowling St, Cleveland St and portable BBQs with legs permitted (except arenas, hot and cold wash bays and sand rolls. Federation Way. during total fire bans), portable picnic Riding schools offer lessons, horse hire, pony equipment permitted. Bookings required for camps, pony parties, pony leads and guided CAR FREE DAYS groups of 50 or more. BBQs located at A3 park rides. Stabling available. Last Sunday of every season (February, May, D5 D6 E2 E3 G4 G5 H5 (02) 9332 2809 www.cpequestrian.com.au August and November). Cycling and Rollerblading Next day: 24 February 2008 Budapest Riding School 0419 231 391 3.8 km cycle/rollerblade lane on Grand Dr, [email protected] CENTENNIAL PARK GATE TIMES Centennial Park. Cycle lanes along Darley Rd, Alison Rd, Anzac Pde, South Dowling St, Centennial Stables (02) 9360 5650 Centennial Park is accessible to vehicles Cleveland St and Federation Way. Off-road www.centennialstables.com.au between sunrise and sunset. Musgrave Ave cycling circuit for children at Learners Gates are closed permanently to cars. Eastside Riding Academy (02) 9360 7521 Cycleway. Helmets required. D5 www.eastsideriding.com.au Primary Gates (Paddington, Woollahra, Randwick & Robertson Centennial Parklands Cycle Hire F3 Moore Park Riding Stables (02) 9360 8747 Entry Rd) Cnr Hamilton & Grand Drs, in Centennial www.mooreparkstables.com.au Park 0401 357 419 March* to April 6.00 am–6.00 pm Papillon Riding Stables (02) 8356 9866 May to August 6.30 am–5.30 pm or 0407 224 938 www.papillonriding.com.au September to October 6.00 am–6.00 pm Centennial Park Cycles G6 November to March ** 6.00 am–8.00 pm 50 Clovelly Rd, Randwick (02) 9398 5027 WHAT’S ON * After daylight saving ** During daylight saving Wildlife Watching Ranger-guided educational excursions, Secondary Gates (York Rd, Jervois Spot birds, turtles, invertebrates and possums children’s birthday parties, guided tours and Ave and Robertson Exit Rd) within natural environments. Ideal locations at workshops, school holiday activities, vacation Weekdays 9.00 am–4.00 pm D4 E5 F4. Please do not feed the animals. care programs as well as sports camps, Weekends as per Primary Gates concerts, festivals and events. (02) 9339 6699 Govett St Gates Playgrounds www.centennialparklands.com.au/whatson Weekdays 9.00 am–Primary Gate closing time There are five playgrounds catering for a range of age groups. A2 D5 E2 E3 H5 ENTERTAINMENT Weekends as per Primary Gates Entertainment Quarter D3 Located adjacent to the Fox Professional Studios, FOOD OUTLETS Dog Walking On and off leash dog walking areas. BYO dog this is a hub for events, concerts, shows, movies, Parade Grounds Café tidy bags to pick up after your dog. Pick up the Farmers markets, bars and dining. Cnr Grand & Parkes Drive, Centennial Park Dogs in the Parklands brochure or visit (02) 8117 6700 www.eqmoorepark.com.au (adjacent to playground). Open 7 days. www.centennialparklands.com.au 7.30 am–5.00 pm (02) 9380 9350 Hordern Pavilion and Royal Hall of (temporary facility until winter 2008). SPORT AND FACILITY HIRE Industries C3 www.trippaswhite.com.au Quality sports grounds and facilities for hire for www.playbillvenues.com Centennial Park Mobile Food Van E5 casual one-off bookings or seasonal Moonlight Cinema G2 competitions. (02) 9339 6699 Light meals, sandwiches, cold drinks, gelato www.moonlight.com.au and espresso. Open weekends and public ES Marks Athletics Field B5 holidays, 8.00 am–sunset. For hire for training or carnivals. 400 m CONTACT US running track, floodlit field and covered stand Centennial Parklands is managed by the The Travelling Barista C4 H5 Centennial Park and Moore Park Trust. Sandwiches, wraps, cakes and coffee. Open with seating for 1000 people. Casual public weekends and public holidays, 8.00 training, Tue, Wed & Thu, 3.30 pm–8.30 pm. Parklands Office (behind Café), am–sunset, at Moore Park and Queens Park. (02) 9339 6699 Mon to Fri, 8.30 am–5.00 pm. E3 www.centennialparklands.com.au/sports Moore Park Golf Patio Bar B3 Visitor Centre, Paddington Gates, Overlooking the first tee, the outdoor patio Moore Park Tennis Courts B3 weekends 10.00 am–3.00 pm. E2 bar serves light meals and drinks. Open 7 days, Tennis court hire, coaching, social Ph: (02) 9339 6699 7.30 am–7.30 pm (Mon to Wed), competitions, racquet and ball sales and ball Fax: (02) 9332 2148 7.30 am–6.00 pm (Thu to Fri), machine hire. Four floodlit courts. Open 7 [email protected] 7.30 am–5.00 pm (Sat to Sun) days, 7.00 am–10.00 pm. 0412 123 456 www.centennialparklands.com.au (02) 9663 1064 Locked Bag www.mooreparkgolf.com.au Parklands Sports Centre C4 15 Paddington NSW 2021 Tennis court hire, coaching, school holiday After hours emergencies: 0412 718 611 camps and competitions. 11 floodlit courts. Open 7 days, 9.00 am–10.00 pm (summer & Mon to Thu in winter) 9.00 am–6.00 pm (Fri in winter) 8.00 am–6.00 pm (winter Printed on Recycled Paper weekends) (02) 9662 7033 (90% Post Consumer Waste)