Exotic species mark the village’s location within the rural landscape Location Mitchell Highway, a place within the Precinct of Frederick’s Valley. Statement of Significance Shadforth has historic significance as it was considered to be a contender as a location for the main town in the district. However, the limitations of its topography meant that the... Continue Reading →
Location Orange Botanic Gardens, The Apple Orchard - Kearney’s Drive, Bletchington. Tree Species Apple tree (Malus domestica) Crab apple (Malus spp.) Pear tree (Pyrus spp.) Physical Description Historic Crab apples and apples are being cultivated as per a ‘Orchard’ style planting. Branch structures have been pruned to allow for controlled growth and exhibit a strong... Continue Reading →
Views from Botanic Gardens looking South West Location Botanic Gardens, Kearney’s Drive. Statement of Significance The view from the Botanic Gardens is considered significant as it is a spectacular, uninterrupted view of Mount Canobolas and its foothills. Agricultural plantings and windbreaks can be seen on the gently undulating foothills in the foreground to Mount Canobolas.... Continue Reading →
Meandering paths form a picturesque walk around the central billabong leading through the “Federation Arch” Location Kearney’s Drive, Bletchington Statement of Significance The Orange Botanic Gardens is a comparatively new parkland of 20 hectares located within the Northern suburban edges of the city. The Botanic Gardens were officially opened during the Bicentenary year in 1988.... Continue Reading →
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