Annie Wood Wood Traditional Cache
Ngaambul: Unfortunately there was no response (or regular update) from the owner within the time requested and as per the original note this cache has been archived. If you wish to replace it please submit a new cache via this link.
Ngaambul - Matt
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The area is a grassy wood on a steep hillside. A car is recommended if you're not up for a steep hill climb. Once at the park, the ground is relatively flat. The cache is a 20cm systema style container with several swaps.
This cache is located in a little known park. It's wooded and makes for a great play area for children offering many hiding spots, trees to climb and other features including play equipment that allow their mind to run wild. A far cry from the traditional patch of grass with a swing!
Ian Wood will be remembered in Mackay for being one of the most influential of Mackay's forefathers who was a very well liked man who stood by his principles. On April 17, 1930, he was elected as the youngest Mayor in Australia. He would serve in all 15 years as Mackay's Mayor. He was elected to the Australian Senate in 1949 when the Liberal-Country Party defeated the Chifley Labor government. He went on to serve as a Senator for 28 years.
His greatest achievement however was the work he did in having 48,000 hectares of Eungella declared a national park in about 1940.
In 1953 he purchased "Bona Vista" estate overlooking Mount Pleasant, which belonged to his former employers, the Croker Family. The "Bona Vista" homestead was fondly remembered for its use as a reception centre, restaurant and a church over the years. The building was sold by Mr. Wood in 1990 and demolished in 1991. Ian Wood donated land to the Pioneer Shire Council between Norris Road and Annie Wood Avenue to be retained as the "Annie Wood Park" in memory of his mother.
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