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Ballast Point Park

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Ballast Point Park, Public recreational park in Birchgrove, Australia

The 2.6-hectare Ballast Point Park features walking paths and picnic areas overlooking Sydney Harbour Bridge and the central business district skyline.

The site transformed from a sandstone quarry to an oil distribution facility when Caltex purchased it for 15,000 pounds in 1928.

The park received the name Walama, meaning 'to return' in Aboriginal language, marking its transformation from industrial land to natural space.

Visitors can access two amenities blocks with toilets, use BBQ facilities near Wharf Road carpark, and enter through either Wharf Road or Yeend Street.

Tank 101, a steel structure within the park, stands as a reminder of the former oil storage facilities that operated at this location.

Location: New South Wales

Elevation above the sea: 7 m

GPS coordinates: -33.85239,151.18874

Latest update: March 4, 2025 00:36

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Sydney offers numerous locations for photography beyond regular tourist paths. From Wendy's Garden in Lavender Bay to Hornby Lighthouse in Watsons Bay, this route includes gardens, historic buildings, beaches, and viewpoints. Each location presents a different aspect of the city, from harbor views to colonial architecture.

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Ballast Point Park

Ballast Point Park, Public recreational park in Birchgrove, Australia

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