Bucyrus Eri Dragline
There were 4 Bucyrus Eri Draglines were imported from the USA in 1935 for the excavation of the Mulwa Canal In the Murray Vally
At the completion in 1985 they left Deniliquin and headed for Darlington point in a convoy of 4 Draglines a D8, a grader,A couple of Sheds on skids and a sundary of moter vehicels .
There were many obstigels on the way Chanels that had to have earth crossings made with the biggest obsticels being the Billibong creek and the main interstate telephone lines which at the time ran along the Conargo Jerelderi Road.
Telstra refused to shut them down for a day to let them pass so they dug a big whole underneath them .The Billabong was crossed by building a bank out to an island,transfering it to the other side when everyone had crossed to the island
At a stopover at Yamma station one of the Draglines started a fire that burnt 3500 acers. Then on to the Murrumbidigee River where they were met by local Media .
Coleambally Irrigation Cooperative Water Wheel display
Coleambally Irrigation Cooperative Limited supply irrigation water to farmers growing food and fibre and are known for their world class sustainable water and irrigation management. Their environmental programs support wetlands and native vegetation. This display provides a fascinating insight into the history of the water wheel and irrigation in the Coleambally area. Visitors can view the open air display at any time.
Coleambally Water Tower
Sitting atop a sandhill in the towns centre, the unique ‘wineglass’ water tower can be seen over the tops of the cypress pine trees. The base of the water tower has a magnificent mosaic depicting the history of the local area. 24 ½ metres in height, with a capacity of over 1 million litres, t is filled from two deep bores. The site offers great facilities for a picnic.
Outdoor animal sculptures
The sculptures created are based on what animals make this area their home. They are scattered throughout the town for your enjoyment and are true to size.
Sculptor
John Pound is a local farmer in the Coleambally area who turns unused metal into works of art. He is completely self taught with a natural talent to visualise how pieces of scrap metal make a sculpture. He operates out of his workshop on his farm.
