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Nan Tien Buddhist Temple
This is the biggest Buddhist temple in the southern hemisphere Since the opening of the temple in October 1995, it has become a new venue for local and international tourists and also acts as an important cultural centre bridging different cultures. Nan Tien temple features rose gardens, a beautiful pagoda, two sizeable shrines, a museum auditorium, 100-room accommodation and conference facilities. Located in a quiet, peaceful environment, Nan Tien is the largest Buddhist temple in the southern hemisphere. Open to visitors.

 

       

 

 

 

 

Blackbut reserve Illawarra N S W Australia

 

 

The provision of recreational facilities and amenities including beaches ,foreshore pathways, parklands, boa tramps, boatsheds, wharves, moorings and appropriately screened car parks in order to focus activity away from environmental sensitive areas.
A ll members of the Authority
are committed to achieved
lasting improvements to the lake.
The restoration of the lake will E’ eniefitnatural ecosystems, tourism, recreational opportunities arid the actuality of life for residents and visitors.

       

 

         

 

         

 

         

 

 

The Illawarra Flame Tree (Brachychiton acerifolius), is a large tree native to tropical regions on the east coast of Australia. It is famous for the bright red bell-shaped flowers that often cover the whole tree when it is leafless. Along with other members of the Brachychiton genus, it is commonly referred to as a Kurrajongs. This tree is tolerant of temperate climates and is now cultivated world-over for its beauty. However, the maximum height of 40 m is reached only in the original, warmer, habitat. Similarly to its Kurrajongs relatives the leaves are variable, with up to 7 deep lobes. It is deciduous - shedding its leaves after the dry season. The spectacular flowering occurs in late spring and new foliage is ready for the summer rains. In areas where the winter is not particularly dry, this natural rhythm may become somewhat erratic and the tree may flower only partially. Flowers are scarlet bells with 5 partially fused petals. The pod-like fruits (technically known as follicles) are dark brown, wide, boat-shaped and about 10 cm long. They contain masses of thin bristles that stick in the skin, as well as yellow seeds.

The $49 million Sea Cliff Bridge, named by a Wollongong year 6 student, replaces a section of Lawrence Hargrave Drive, on the NSW South Coast.
The carriageway has just been made all the more attractive with the completion of a 665-metre-long sea bridge, The coastal road with its spectacular views is named after flying pioneer Lawrence Hargrave, who became the first Australian man to fly at nearby Stan well Park in 1894.

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