The Bicentennial memorial demonstrates the community spirit of the individuals and organisations who volunteered their time, technical skills, labour and much of the material to create a permanent…
The Bicentennial memorial demonstrates the community spirit of the individuals and organisations who volunteered their time, technical skills, labour and much of the material to create a permanent memorial depicting the history and progressive development of the Inverell district prior to 1988.
It features three courtyards, each containing 14 sculptured bas-relief panels, with a central connecting courtyard.
Courtyard One depicts pre-1788 when the Inverell District was home to the Anaiwan, Bigambul, Jukambal, Kwiambal and Weraerai First Nations people.
Courtyard Two spans 1788-1888, the first century of white occupation in Australia, and the settlement and development of the Inverell District.
Courtyard Three depicts the social and technological changes that occurred from 1888 to 1988, including the use of the district's resources and the growth of the town.
A tile mosaic map depicting Alan Cunningham's travels through the area is at the Bicentennial Memorial's centre.
While strolling around the Inverell and District Bicentennial Memorial take in the history of the Inverell District prior to 1988.
Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
Have a step free main entrance to the building and/or reception area (includes ramps or slopes with a maximum gradient of 1:14, otherwise are too steep for wheelchairs)
Have a wheelchair accessible toilet / shower and change room
Have at least one wheelchair accessible parking space with wheelchair accessible signage clearly displayed (International standards are 3200mm wide x 2500 mm high)
Have step free outdoor pathways (includes picnic areas, barbecues and shelters)
Have wheelchair accessible picnic tables (picnic tables require 720mm knee clearance and 800mm maximum height)
Provide seating in common areas including reception area
