Scott Bird Heritage Photography
Documenting Australia's rich Aboriginal and European history.
Parramatta : Parramatta Park
Formerly the Governor's Domain – land set aside for the Governor to supply his farming needs. Adjacent to what is now Parramatta Stadium.
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Parramatta Park, Sydney
Parramatta Park, originally the ‘Governor’s Domain’ - the land used by Colonial Governors to help support the colony.
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This particular structure is Old Government House, the "country" residence of 10 early governors of New South Wales. The central block of the house was completed 1799 for John Hunter, with major extensions in 1815 for Lachlan Macquarie.
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