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- Destinations
- Australasia
- Australia
- Tasmania
- Devonport
- The Wall in the Wilderness
The Wall in the Wilderness
'Something special is taking place in the heart of Tasmania, and
you are invited to witness its creation' - these are the words that
greet you on The Wall in the Wilderness' official website, and by
all accounts, the sense of excitement they communicate is well
earned. An ambitious project, Australian sculptor Greg Duncan aims
- by 2015 - to have completed a massive frieze, carved from
gorgeous Huon Pine, depicting the best and worst of Tasmania's
history, from pre-colonial times, to trailblazing European
foresters, to the extinction of the Tasmanian tiger and the advent
of hydro-electric power in the region. The sheer scale of the
undertaking is mind-blowing - Duncan aims to use 50 panels, each
one metre long and three metres high, carved front and back, giving
a grand total of 300 square metres of realistic engravings. Duncan
says he hopes that viewing the Wall will be 'an educational as well
as an artistic experience' - an important reminder of both the
'successes and mistakes' that characterise Australia's history as a
nation. The sculpture, once completed, is to sure to attain - in
the words of Tasmania's Premier, Paul Lennon - 'world
significance', so don't miss out on the opportunity to view it in
its inchoate phase of development.
Information & Facts
Address
15352 Lyell Highway, one mile (about two kilometres) east
of Derwent Bridge
Admission
Language
English is the official language of Australia.
Money
The Australian Dollar (AUD) is divided into 100 cents. Banks and
bureaux de change exchange most foreign currencies. Travellers
cheques are also welcome everywhere, but banks take a small
commission and it is better to take cheques in major currencies
(e.g. US dollars or Euros) to avoid additional charges. Credit
cards are widely accepted and ATMs are freely available throughout
the country. Banking hours are generally 9.30am to 4pm Monday to
Thursday, and 9.30am to 5pm on Friday, but some banks offer
extended hours and some are open on Saturday mornings.
Opening Times
Open daily, from 9am to 5pm (September to April), and
9am to 4pm (May to August)