Gympie Memorial Park, War memorial and public park in Gympie, Australia
Gympie Memorial Park is a heritage-listed park in Gympie featuring a timber bandstand, mature trees, and landscaped garden beds arranged along curving pathways. Multiple memorial plaques line the walkways, commemorating those who served and died in conflict.
The park was established between 1919 and 1921 through community donations and a land gift from the Henderson family to honor soldiers from World War I and the Boer War. It quickly became a central place for local remembrance.
The park serves as the community gathering place for Anzac Day and Remembrance Day services, where locals come together to honor fallen soldiers. These ceremonies connect different generations through shared remembrance of military sacrifice.
Located on River Road, the park offers paved walkways and shaded areas that are well-used by residents, particularly during lunch hours. The flat terrain and abundance of greenery make it easy to walk around and spend time outdoors.
Prince Edward of Wales visited the park on August 3, 1920, before its official opening, marking a notable event in local history. This early visit highlights the importance the park already held shortly after its creation.
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