Wednesday, 7 October 2009

Centennial Park, Busby's Pond

Busby's Pond is a large pond in the middle of Centennial Park which is home to many waterfowl. The pond is named after John Busby, Chief Surveyor, who in 1824 was responsible for finding an alternative water supply for Sydney's Tank Stream. He suggested a tunnel running from the freshwater swamps, that were located in this area, to Hyde Park in the city. The tunnel became known as Busby's Bore.
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30 comments:

  1. ErinWednesday, 7 October 2009 at 03:39:00 GMT+11

    fascinating history behind busby's pond. thanks for sharing.

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  2. LoisWednesday, 7 October 2009 at 07:12:00 GMT+11

    It's nice! We would probably call that a lake around here.

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  3. annalarssonphotographyWednesday, 7 October 2009 at 08:49:00 GMT+11

    Gorgeous shot!!
    Have a great wednesday :)

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  4. Petit EyekissWednesday, 7 October 2009 at 08:57:00 GMT+11

    Lovely scene, and I like the story too.

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  5. Maggie MayWednesday, 7 October 2009 at 09:17:00 GMT+11

    Very peaceful. Lovely photo.

    Nuts in May

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  6. AprilWednesday, 7 October 2009 at 09:22:00 GMT+11

    Beautiful tranquil pond and interesting history.

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  7. pennyWednesday, 7 October 2009 at 10:22:00 GMT+11

    I think this island is a wonderful place for all the birds to gather.

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  8. LoracWednesday, 7 October 2009 at 10:29:00 GMT+11

    Interesting history! The picture is also great!

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  9. eileeninmdWednesday, 7 October 2009 at 10:50:00 GMT+11

    Very pretty scene! What are the birds? Are they ducks?

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  10. TOMOWednesday, 7 October 2009 at 11:06:00 GMT+11

    This is a very clear photo!
    Feel like peaceful... I saw many birds rest around the water.

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  11. JimWednesday, 7 October 2009 at 11:43:00 GMT+11

    eileeninmd, there's a lot of different birds around the pond including ducks, swans, swamphen and snipe.

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  12. EbieWednesday, 7 October 2009 at 12:54:00 GMT+11

    The waters are glistening with joy! Very calm and peaceful.

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  13. HildaWednesday, 7 October 2009 at 14:14:00 GMT+11

    That's a very interesting story and it's nice that he is remembered for his service. Lovely trees too!

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  14. Martha ZWednesday, 7 October 2009 at 14:29:00 GMT+11

    It looks like a peaceful spot and a good place for birders.
    An interesting piece of history.

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  15. Tammie LeeWednesday, 7 October 2009 at 15:02:00 GMT+11

    those trees catch my eye, perfectly gorgeous.
    Spirithelpers

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  16. CarlyWednesday, 7 October 2009 at 15:34:00 GMT+11

    looks like a fun tranquil place to visit!

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  17. DantonWednesday, 7 October 2009 at 15:49:00 GMT+11

    Have seen one pond in our city but ducks are all over it. Very nice serene scene.

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  18. GunillaWednesday, 7 October 2009 at 16:34:00 GMT+11

    Beautiful shot,seems to be a place where the birds loves to be.
    Thanks for visiting me too

    Have a great day

    Gunilla in Sweden

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  19. Julian DavisWednesday, 7 October 2009 at 19:09:00 GMT+11

    wonderful history about Busby's pond. Thanks for sharing your thoughts with us .

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  20. AlWednesday, 7 October 2009 at 19:39:00 GMT+11

    Very informative JBar! Thanks for sharing and the visit.

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  21. Rosangela SilvaWednesday, 7 October 2009 at 21:58:00 GMT+11

    Hey Jim, loved ur blog! It's already on my favourites! Lovely photos! And tks for the tip of the 'Packed to the Rafters' I'll definitely check it out and let you know what I thought of it!

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  22. ArijaWednesday, 7 October 2009 at 23:04:00 GMT+11

    Nice shot with all those birds.

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  23. AnonymousWednesday, 7 October 2009 at 23:29:00 GMT+11

    Very nice, you got a great photo. I love that you told us some history about it.

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  24. ArtloverWednesday, 7 October 2009 at 23:33:00 GMT+11

    Peaceful and calm, great shot.
    Have a great wednesday.

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  25. CarolThursday, 8 October 2009 at 00:15:00 GMT+11

    I love the trees... the exotic palm trees and the others lovely shapes and trunks. The bird life look very happy for the water.

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  26. LindyThursday, 8 October 2009 at 00:32:00 GMT+11

    Lovely shot; would love to see it in person.

    Thanks for visiting my blog and leaving your nice comment.

    :D

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  27. PatThursday, 8 October 2009 at 00:57:00 GMT+11

    Lovely reflection of that gorgeous blue sky. I love the curve of the shoreline, too!

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  28. gengenThursday, 8 October 2009 at 01:12:00 GMT+11

    it is pretty...Happy watery Wednesday.

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  29. HeroThursday, 8 October 2009 at 06:26:00 GMT+11

    Nice photo! I like it!
    /Maria

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  30. CarlettaThursday, 8 October 2009 at 17:18:00 GMT+11

    Busby's Bore - I like the alliteration of that.
    Lovely shot!

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