Wednesday 19 December 2012

DAREBIN PARKLANDS WATERS

Darebin Parklands, in Alphington/Ivanhoe, has a natural bush and country feel that is unique given it is only 7km from the Melbourne CBD. There are hidden treasures within the park including remnant orchards and crops that were grown on the fringe of a growing city during the mid-1800s. A dairy farm, vineyard, quarry and tip site were all at times active industries within the bounds of the park, and clues of this can still be found if one knows where to look. Wildlife populates the park and numerous conservation efforts are maintaining this zone of green within the urban sprawl.

This post is part of the Outdoor Wednesday meme,
and also part of the Water World Wednesday meme.






4 comments:

  1. Love all the ducks! What beautiful photos! My Outdoor/ Wordless Wednesday is HERE

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  2. Wonderful captures as always, Nick! I, too, love all the ducks!! Hope your week is going well!!

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  3. Lovely place. Looks so serene; which I assume was your intent. Well done.

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  4. Very peaceful place great shots too!

    Visiting from Water World Wednesday
    Kim,USA

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