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Bradfield Park North Sydney

Sydney Opera House From Milsons Point

Bradfield Park North Sydney

Located partially beneath the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Bradfield Park is a publicly accessible park in North Sydney which provides magnificent vistas of the harbor, Circular Quay, and the Sydney Opera House. The park, named in honor of John Bradfield, the renowned engineer responsible for the bridge’s design, encompasses a playground, picnic facilities, a paved area under the bridge, and a direct pathway leading to the Olympic Pool and Luna Park complex.

Bradfield Park History

Originally conceived as a garden suburb in 1924, the plans for the area took a different turn in 1940 when it was designated as a Royal Australian Air Force station. Throughout World War II, this station served as a training ground for over 200,000 members of the RAAF and the WAAAF. Today, the once military station has transformed into the breathtaking Bradfield Park. This picturesque public space is conveniently accessible by public transportation, located just a short stroll away from Milsons Point railway station and Kirribilli shops.

What to See

Walking to the park from the train station, we noticed this amazing looking door on a house along the way.

Ornamental door on a house near Bradfield Park
Ornamental door on a house near Bradfield Park

Eastern Side

Entering the park, one of the initial sights that strikes you is a peculiar steel sculpture. Presented by the Swiss Government and the Swiss Australian Community in commemoration of the 2000 Sydney Olympics, this remarkable work of art is crafted using components salvaged from an antiquated train, along with rivets sourced from a Swiss bridge and discarded industrial steel.

The Australian Angel
The Australian Angel

The foreshore of Bradfield Park is a fantastic spot for taking photos. You can capture many great landmarks and even use the weather shelters to get a unique perspective of the Sydney Opera House across the shore.

Sydney Opera House From Milsons Point
Sydney Opera House From Milsons Point

Of course, the dominant feature in the area is the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Walking through the park will take you past the buttress towers and under the train roadway. From here you get a completely different view of the bridge than when driving over it. You can see the structure and engineering that has gone into its design and the huge amount of steel needed to build it.

Under Sydney Harbour Bridge

Underside of the Sydney Harbour Bridge Bradfield Park
Underside of the Sydney Harbour Bridge

Located under the bridge and forming part of the foreshore is the bow of the first HMAS Sydney which served in World War One.

The Bow of HMAS Sydney (I)
The Bow of HMAS Sydney (I)

Western Side

Originally situated at the intersection of Berry and Miller Street in North Sydney, ‘Harbour Cycles’ by Richard Byrnes has now found its new home in the western section of Bradfield Park. Made from aluminium, this impressive creation showcases various elements such as the iconic struts of the Harbour Bridge, maritime machinery, and local architectural designs.

Harbour Cycles by Richard Byrnes Bradfield Park
Harbour Cycles by Richard Byrnes
Entrance to Milsons Point Station under the Sydney Harbour Bridge
Entrance to Milsons Point Station under the Sydney Harbour Bridge

The history of the area is explained with a series of information boards. These are great because most people would be unaware of the area’s history.

Information Board
Information Board

Sitting atop the Broomfield Memorial Drinking Fountain in Bradfield Park, this bronze fox terrier was crafted in honor of the 75th anniversary of the Harbour Bridge. The fountain serves as a tribute to Jessie Broomfield, a generous benefactor who left funds for the well-being of Sydney’s dogs and specifically requested the installation of trough-equipped fountains in public parks for our furry companions to quench their thirst. Positioned at the northernmost section of the park, adjacent to Lavender Street, the fountain stands as a testament to Broomfield’s philanthropic legacy.

Statue of a fox terrier atop a drinking fountain, with drinking troughs for dogs Bradfield Park
Statue of a fox terrier atop a drinking fountain, with drinking troughs for dogs

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Maitland Street Art

Wish You Were Here by Hunter Studios at Elgin Street Maitland Street Art

Maitland Street Art

Maitland Australia in the New South Wales Hunter Valley has been adding to its collection of street art. The Maitland City Council has been active in promoting the placement of the artworks to brighten up some otherwise dull laneways and side streets. If you arrive by train the first artwork you see is the Welcome to Maitland sign opposite the train station.

Maitland Sign
Maitland Sign near the train station

Connecting High Street to The Levee and Hunter River

Located in lanes connecting the mall to the Levee, many of the works have a connectivity or flowing theme. Covering both sides of Preschool Lane,’ Passing On’ by Patrick Hunter represents the impact of humans on the environment.

Painted by Alex Umpel, ‘Take Me to the River’ located in Drill Hall Lane highlights Maitland’s unique relationship with the Hunter River and acts as a direct link between High Street and the riverside walk.

Created by Patricia Van Lubeck, ‘The New One’ is one of the original artworks installed between High street and the Levee.

Stillbury Lane

Other Street Art Around Maitland

Maitland’s history gets represented several times in Lee and Elgin Streets. Painted by Patricia Van Lubeck the Lee Street mural looks like a circuit board but actually represents the pipes and fittings of the gas works that previously occupied a nearby site.

Inspired by local scenery in Maitland and featuring a South Maitland Railway 10 Class Steam Engine hauling coal the mural located on the side of Hunter Studios at Elgin Street, the second mural was curated by Newcastle artist Mitch Revs.

The annual Maitland Aroma Festival which celebrates coffee and chocolate, along with local wine and many other types of local produce has its own mural. This mural can be found in the Riverside Carpark.

Jenny & June by Keo Match for the Maitland Aroma Festival. In the Maitland Riverside Carpark
Jenny & June by Keo Match for the Maitland Aroma Festival. In the Maitland Riverside Carpark

Maitland Riverside Plaza

Located in the underground carpark, these murals represent local birdlife.

Probably the original and most famous example of Maitland’s street art is the Indian Root Pill tin shed. Located on the road to Morpeth, it’s a local landmark because its distinctive colour stands out in the surrounding farmland.

Painted Shed
Painted Shed Indian Root Pills on the Way to Morpeth

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Watagan Cycle Track Warners Bay

Walking and cycling track extending over Lake Macquarie Watagan Cycle Track Warners Bay

Watagan Cycle Track Warners Bay New South Wales, Australia

Running along the edge of Lake Macquarie, between Speers Point and Warners Bay, the Watagan Cycle Track is a shared walking and cycling pathway. One of Lake Macquarie’s most popular recreation spots, it offers incredible water views and an interesting bridge crossing. The track is relatively flat and family-friendly and is suitable for all levels of fitness.

We drove and parked in the Eleebana Carpark, although there are many other places to leave your car. The track is easily accessible by public transport, as it is only a short walk from Warners Bay or Speers Point bus stops.

As a part of the Lake Macquarie City Art Gallery’s Sculpture Park, it features a range of artworks by local and national artists. The track also passes by several parks and reserves, such as Speers Point Park, which has a large playground and picnic facilities.

The highlight of the track was the footbridge that extends over the shore of Lake Macquarie. From here there are beautiful views over the lake as well as the opportunity to see some water birds.

Finishing our walk at the Warner’s Bay shops, we bought coffees and sat on the foreshore to relax before retracing our steps back to the carpark.

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