Tuesday, 31 May 2022

Newington Armory, Murama Dance Ground

The Murama Dance Ground is a functional indigenous art installation at Newington Armory, in the western suburb of Sydney Olympic Park. It is located between the Wangal Walk and the Armory Leisure Fields and provides the community with a safe place to gather and participate in cultural and spiritual activities. There is a cauldron in the centre and four totem poles around the edge of the circle.

Monday, 30 May 2022

Newington Armory, art

Newington Armory is located at the end of Jamieson Street, in the western suburb of Sydney Olympic Park. Each of the four shields surrounding the boards feature different indigenous art.

Sunday, 29 May 2022

Banksia, Landing Lights Wetlands

This boardwalk is in the Landing Lights Wetlands, which are located in the southern suburb of Banksia. This area is named after its close proximity to the landing lights for nearby Sydney Airport.

Saturday, 28 May 2022

Banksia, Landing Lights Wetlands


The Landing Lights Wetlands are located in the southern suburb of Banksia. This area is named after its close proximity to the landing lights for nearby Sydney Airport. St George Soccer Stadium can be seen in the distance.

Friday, 27 May 2022

Canterbury, Cooks River

A sunset view of the Cooks River from Prouts Bridge which carries Canterbury Road, in the inner west suburbs of Canterbury.
Linked to: Skywatch Friday.

Thursday, 26 May 2022

Cronulla, Wanda Beach, surf lifesaving club

The entrance to the gym at Wanda Surf Life Saving Club. Wanda Beach is one of the beaches in the southern suburb of Cronulla.

Wednesday, 25 May 2022

Cronulla, Wanda Beach

This safety sign indicates an entrance to Wanda Beach, in the southern suburb of Cronulla. A lifeguard has just arrived in the beach buggy and chats to another lifeguard on duty in the observation tower.

Tuesday, 24 May 2022

Monterey, Botany Bay


A view of Monterey Baths, the netted swimming enclosure in Botany Bay along Lady Robinsons Beach, in the southern suburb of Monterey. This was from a couple of months ago after Sydney experienced torrential rain and flooding in some parts. The Georges River and Cooks River empty into Botany Bay and the silt washed into the bay. This was taken a couple of days after the rain stopped and the rolling waves were still noticeably brown.
Linked to: SouvenirsTuesday TreasuresTravel TuesdayAll Seasons.

Monday, 23 May 2022

Surry Hills, mural

This mural is on the side of a shop on the corner of Crown Street and Foveaux Street, in the inner city suburb of Surry Hills. It features former Australian Rules footballer Adam Goodes, who played for the Sydney Swans and was twice awarded the Brownlow Medal, the game's most prestigious award. The mural was painted in 2020 by Hamish McBride, Laura Paige, Megan Hales, Jacqueline Butterworth and Kailin Hegel.
Linked to: Monday MuralBlue MondayThrough My Lens.

Sunday, 22 May 2022

Waverley, statue

This marble statue and lamp stands in the grounds of the Uniting War Memorial Hospital, located along Birrell Street, in the eastern suburb of Waverley. It is one of two statues which stand at the entrance of the E. Vickery Memorial Building, which was gifted to the Methodist Church for use as a private hospital in 1919.
Linked to: Shadow Shot SundayMy Sunday Snapshot.

Saturday, 21 May 2022

Auburn, Botanic Gardens, reflection pool

This reflection pool is in the grounds of Auburn Botanic Gardens, in the western suburb of Auburn. 
Linked to: Weekend Reflections.

Friday, 20 May 2022

Wolli Creek, Cooks River, sunset

 A sunset view of the Cooks River from the inner west suburb of Tempe, looking towards the southern suburb of Wolli Creek.

Thursday, 19 May 2022

North Bondi, cafe


This building is located on the corner of Brighton Boulevarde and Campbell Parade, in the eastern suburb of North Bondi. Built in the art deco style, it houses Cafe Bondi and residential flats.
Linked to: Signs, Signs, Thankful ThursdayPink Saturday

Wednesday, 18 May 2022

Coogee, Surf Life Saving Club


The entrance to the refurbished Coogee Surf Life Saving Club at the southern end of Coogee Beach, along Beach Street in the eastern suburb of Coogee.
Linked to: Wordless WednesdayMy Corner of the World, Picture Perfect PartySigns, Signs.

Tuesday, 17 May 2022

Coogee, Dolphin Point

Looking across the northern part of Coogee Beach to Dunningham Park and the doorway to Giles Baths at Dolphin Point, in the eastern suburb of Coogee. It's late autumn but we're still having some warm beach days.

Monday, 16 May 2022

North Bondi, beach

Looking across the beach to Biddigal Reserve and apartments to Ben Buckler, in the eastern suburb of North Bondi. Some colourful murals decorate the walls behind Wally Weekes Pool, the seawater pool which is currently empty.

Sunday, 15 May 2022

Rozelle, White Bay Power Station, amenities building

This amenities building in the Federation style, is located along Robert Street in the inner city suburb of Rozelle. It is part of the heritage listed White Bay Power Station, which is currently being redeveloped.
Linked to: Shadow Shot Sunday.

Saturday, 14 May 2022

Wolli Creek, Cooks River

A view across the Cooks River at dusk from Tempe, looking towards the southern suburb of Wolli Creek.
Linked to: Weekend Reflections.

Friday, 13 May 2022

Tempe, Cooks River, pontoon

A view of the pontoon on the Cooks River at dusk, in the inner west suburb of Tempe, looking towards the southern suburb of Wolli Creek.
Linked to: Skywatch Friday.

Thursday, 12 May 2022

Cronulla, Elouera Beach

A view of Bate Bay and the Pacific Ocean from the pathway beside Elouera Life Saving Club. Elouera Beach is one of the beaches in the southern suburb of Cronulla.
Linked to: Signs, SignsRuby TuesdayThankful Thursday.

Wednesday, 11 May 2022

Cronulla, Elouera Beach

 An entrance to Elouera Beach, in the southern suburb of Cronulla. This view shows a lifeguard beach buggy parked near the lifeguard observation tower and a beach safety sign.

Tuesday, 10 May 2022

Arncliffe, Lourane

 "Lourane" is a Victorian style cottage along Dowling Street, in the southern suburb of Arncliffe. This heritage listed house was built in 1898 and has some Federation style aesthetics. 

Monday, 9 May 2022

Marrickville, mural

This artwork is on the wall of a former warehouse, which is now part of the Marrickville Metro shopping centre, along Smidmore Street in the inner west suburb of Marrickville. The artwork by Georgia Hill spans the full facade, revealing a larger message "You’re Here, I'm Here Too". The awnings feature the names of the cafes and restaurants. The other half can be seen here.
Linked to: Monday MuralBlue MondayThrough My Lens.

Sunday, 8 May 2022

Matraville, Eastern Suburbs Memorial Park, memorial

 
This memorial to cyclists is located in the Eastern Suburbs Memorial Park, in the eastern suburb of Matraville. The dedication reads: "In memory to all who went for a ride but never came home".
Linked to: Shadow Shot Sunday.

Saturday, 7 May 2022

Eveleigh, Yerrabingin House

 

Yerrabingin House is a community centre located along Davy Road, in the southern suburb of Eveleigh. This four storey building was built in 2018 and features the world’s first indigenous rooftop farm with edible native plants.
Linked to: Weekend Reflections.


Friday, 6 May 2022

Bardwell Park, railway station, sunset

 Viewing the fiery sunset sky above the railway station, in the southern suburb of Bardwell Park. This mesh security fencing has been installed along the pedestrian and road bridge above.
Linked to: Skywatch FridayPink Saturday

Thursday, 5 May 2022

Cronulla, Wanda Beach, surf lifesaving club

 
A view of Bate Bay and the Pacific Ocean from the pathway beside Wanda Surf Life Saving Club.  Wanda Beach is one of the beaches in the southern suburb of Cronulla.
Linked to: Signs, SignsThankful Thursday.

Wednesday, 4 May 2022

Botanic Gardens, Rathborne Lodge


Rathborne Lodge is a sandstone cottage built in 1856 as a residence for the Governor’s gardener in the Royal Botanic Gardens. It was restored in 1999 and was named for Jack and Cliffina Rathborne who cherished the gardens and left a substantial gift for its restoration. It is now a meeting, conference and function venue.

Tuesday, 3 May 2022

Botanic Gardens, mosaiculture

This mosaiculture is horticultural art in the shape of a cassowary, located in the Royal Botanic Gardens. 

Monday, 2 May 2022

Marrickville, mural


This artwork is on the wall of a former warehouse, which is now part of the Marrickville Metro shopping centre, along Smidmore Street in the inner west suburb of Marrickville. The artwork by Georgia Hill spans the full facade, revealing a larger message "You’re Here, I'm Here Too". The awnings feature the names of the cafes and restaurants. The other half can be seen here.
Linked to: Monday MuralBlue MondayThrough My Lens.

Sunday, 1 May 2022