Bi-Centennial Orientation Table - Cardwell, Queensland.
S 18° 15.879 E 146° 01.612
55K E 397132 N 7980260
Located in the township of Cardwell, this Orientation Table gives distances to surrounding town and nearby islands.
Waymark Code: WM78E2
Location: Queensland, Australia
Date Posted: 09/18/2009
Views: 10
Constructed in 1988 as an Australian Bicentenial Project this Orientation Table contains two Time Capsules (see other entry WM78DX). The table stands about one metre tall and has a concrete tiered base. The top of the table is a brass circular plate that points to and gives distances to the nearby islands and towns. The table is covered in tiles, and has some hand painted tiles placed by the local townspeople.
Artist / Creator:
Unknown
Date of creation: 1988
Location / Access:
The Orientation Table is located in a park by the sea, there is parking near by and the access is 24/7.
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Visit Instructions:
1) Tell what you experienced during your visit.
2) Proof of your visit is required. Send at least a picture of the table. Either :
- Table and landscape
- A close-up view of the table : why not with your finger showing a particular direction (your city, country, your holiday residence ...) (optional)
A photo with your GPSr is not required.