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Cockington Green

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 Australian National Botanic Gardens

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Starting at the footbridge at the northern end of the car park, the Main Path crosses the Tasmanian Rainforest Gully. The floor of the Gully is dominated by tree-ferns, with mature trees of Blackwood, Acacia  The Gully also contains examples of uniquely Tasmanian plants such as Leatherwood, and the Huon Pine. Electric scooters are available for loan free of charge.   

  Phone: (02) 6250 9540
website: www.anbg.gov.au/anbg
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Assessed 2007
 

  Australian War memorial    Anzac Parade Canberra 2601

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The Australian War Memorial is a must see for everyone, despite the sobering subject matter. The exhibitions are well assembled, placing the emphasis on personal stories. A disabled set-down area is available near the Memorial's main entrance and adjacent to some 20 marked disabled parking bays. The set-down area and car park are both sealed and level.
  Phone:   +61 2 6243 4211
website: www.awm.gov.au
Picture of the War Memorial
Assessed 2007
 

  Cockington Green Gardens -  Gold Creek Village

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The main displays are featured in two sections. The Original Display Area and the International Display.  Incorporated within the park are the Miniature Train displays and for something a little different, visit the dolls houses in the Rose Room Indoor Display .  Wheelchair hire is available. The licensed cafe offers self serve style catering for light lunches and morning and afternoon tea.
  Phone:   (02) 6230 2273 or  1 800 627 273
website: www.cockingtongreen.com.au
Pictures of Cockington Green
Assessed 2007
 
  National Museum of Australia
      Lawson Crescent
      Acton Peninsula
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All Museum areas are accessible by lift or ramp. Parking facilities are available for people with disabilities at the Museum's main entrance. Wheelchairs are available for hire at the cloakroom. An electric scooter is also currently available for hire on a trial basis.  Hearing induction loops, available for use with hearing aids are located in the Studio, Circa and Visions theatres.
  Phone:   (02) 6208 5000
website: www.nma.gov.au
Pictures of the Museum
Assessed 2007
 
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