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Parkesvale Pleasure Grounds

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Collection SummaryThe Sanbrook Brothers operated paddle wheelers in the 1900s from Como to a picnic area called Parkesvale on the Georges River.HistoryThe picnic area known as Parkesvale (located almost opposite Picnic Point) was the enterprise of brothers of the Sanbrook family.

It was officially opened on 30 March 1900 and named for five-time premier of N.S.W, Sir Henry Parkes.

Passengers would board the 'Telephone', a paddle steamer, at Como and enjoy a forty-minute boat ride along the Georges River to their destination. It was said to be a splendid sight as she steamed along the river, flags flying from the bow and stern, crowded with passengers.

On arrival picnickers could enjoy the delights of finding a pavilion to set up their feast among the various vantage points around the Grounds. Later, dancing and other entertainments were made possible in the large on-site hall.

It was not long before the popularity of this pastime waned and by 1912 the grounds were gradually dismantled. The site is now part of the Georges River National Park.

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Parkesvale Pleasure Grounds, Georges River, ca. 1920s

Paddle steamer at Parkesvale, Georges River

Paddle steamer Telephone at Parkesvale, ca. 1900s

Paddle-steamer Telephone at Parkesvale, Georges River, ca. 1906

Paddle-steamer Telephone on route to Parkesvale from Como, with railway bridge in the background, ca. early 1900s

Paddle-steamer Telephone at Parkesvale, Georges River, ca. 1906

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SubjectsParkesvale Pleasure Grounds (N.S.W.)Georges River (N.S.W.)

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