Hawdon and Bonney Obelisk Barmera
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- Explore the historic Hawdon and Bonney Obelisk, commemorating the pioneering journey of 1838.
- Camp by the serene shores of Lake Bonney, enjoying the tranquil waters and natural beauty.
- Discover the plaque honouring John McDouall Stuart, celebrating his remarkable cross-continent expedition.
- Enjoy a family-friendly outing at this significant landmark in Barmera, rich with Australian heritage.
This was erected to commemorate the overland journey of Hawdon & Bonney in 1838. They were the first pioneers to drive stock from the eastern states to South Australia. They camped on the shores of Lake Bonney, which Hawdon named after his companion. A plaque was later added by the McDouall Stuart Society to honour the explorer John McDouall Stuart. He and his party were the first people to cross the continent from south to north and back again
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