Dog on the Tuckerbox

The Dog on the Tuckerbox statue depicts a bronze canine resting atop a traditional Australian food storage container near Snake Gully Pioneer Rest Area.

The monument, erected in 1932, commemorates the early European settlers who traveled through the Gundagai region with their dogs during the 19th century.

The statue represents a traditional Australian story about a dog that protected its owner's tuckerbox, demonstrating the connection between settlers and their working animals.

The monument includes parking spaces, public restrooms, food outlets, and picnic tables, making it a convenient stop along the Hume Highway.

The bronze statue received national attention in 2019 when vandals damaged it, leading to a community restoration effort and enhanced security measures.

Location: New South Wales

GPS coordinates: -35.00051,148.11110

Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:23