Mooroopna History Walk
Mooroopna History Walk
This walking tour of Mooroopna will give you a chance to view a number of historical sites.
Summary
This walking tour of Mooroopna will give you a chance to view a number of historical sites.
Description
Mixture of gravel paths, designated footpaths and road shoulders with a few road crossings, Be careful on uneven paths. To avoid the gravel path begin the walk at the Mooroopna War Memorial. Terrain is flat with small undulation to the gardens.
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Points of Interest
1. Chinaman's Garden Reserve
Ah Wong, a Chinese migrant, set up a market garden on this site in 1877 and supplied vegetables to the district.
2. Mooroopna War Memorial
Dedicated April 1928, construction cost 1000 pounds. Redeveloped mid 2020 with new memorial panels and flagpoles installed, among other infrastructure upgrades.
3. Post Office
Mooroopnas first standalone Post Office 1884-1921, was moved due to the erosion of the river bank.
4. Watt Road Bridge
Build in 1877. Originally had a drawbridge in the centre to allow steamers to reach the wharf.
5. Flour Mill
Built in 1872. Mooroopna's oldest continuous industry, now home to Ridleys Agricultural products.
6. McLennans home 1910
Home of Reuben McLennan, original owner of the flour mill and namesake of McLennan Street.
7. Punt Crossing on the Goulburn River 1875-1877
Further upstream when the river is low enough, you can still see the remains of The Wharf, C1877.
8. SPCA Ardmona Plant
Began processing in 1921 as a processor of deciduous fruits. Processing ceased at this site in 2011, and the site was sold in 2016.
9. Royal Mail Hotel
Built in 1877.
10. Mechanics Hall
Built in 1906.
Features
Pram friendly
Nature trail
