Nestled within the gardens at the bottom of Memorial Hill you will discover the Rotary Peace Precinct.
Immerse yourself in tranquillity at the Parkes Rotary Peace Precinct, a serene haven dedicated…
Nestled within the gardens at the bottom of Memorial Hill you will discover the Rotary Peace Precinct.
Immerse yourself in tranquillity at the Parkes Rotary Peace Precinct, a serene haven dedicated to reflection on world peace. Wander along the trail and admire five intricately carved timber sculptures, each featuring Wiradjuri iconography that honours the First Peoples and local heritage.
These exquisite dendroglyphs embody themes of peace, respect, and diversity. Each sculpture symbolises a key principle: peace, respect and valuing diversity, acknowledging the past, fostering strong families and communities, and Yindymarra Winhanganha— a Wiradjuri phrase meaning ‘respect and learning through listening and thinking’.
As you explore, let these artworks inspire thoughts of respect, non-violence, conflict resolution, reconciliation, and the celebration of cultural diversity.
The Peace Precinct prioritises reconciliation with Australia’s First Peoples, as reflected in the metal artworks and the word ‘Peace’ (Gulbananha in Wiradjuri) featured on the first two dendroglyphs. Each subsequent sculpture is accompanied by a plaque highlighting its theme, inviting you to contemplate and embrace these values for a harmonious future.
Themes for Peace
The five timber dendroglyphs are carved with Wiradjuri iconography. Reconciliation with Australia’s First Peoples is a priority acknowledged by the Peace Precinct. Metal artworks are installed on the first two dendroglyphs along with the word 'Peace' (Gulbananha in Wiradjuri). Then each dendroglyph has a plaque that carries a theme.
