Centenary of the Eidsvold Goldfields - Eidsvold, QLD
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The Centenary Gardens commemorate the centenary of the Eidsvold Goldfields.
Waymark Code: WMNWBK
Location: Queensland, Australia
Date Posted: 05/11/2015
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Gold was discovered in the Eidsvold area as early as 1858 however a major find in 1887 saw a town develop virtually overnight. Over the life of the goldmine about 100,000 ounces were extracted.
The Centenary Gardens are on the southern approach to Eidsvold. The plaque is worded:
Centenary Gardens
These gardens commemorate the centenary of the Eidsvold Goldfields 1887 - 1987 named by The Hon. Neville Harper M.L.A. Minister for Primary Industries and member for Auburn.
21st November 1907.
Anniversary Year: 1987
Year of Event, Organization or Occurance: 1887
Address:
Bruce Highway
Eidsvold, QLD Australia
4627
Website: [Web Link]
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Visit Instructions:
1. Original photo if possible. A narrative of your visit.