Pensioners Hill Lookout

Once a shanty town during the great depression, Pensioners Hill is now home to the Heritage Sculptures showing some aspects of Gunnedah's rich cultural heritage. The stones show Red Chief, a famous local Aboriginal leader, a coal miner, a pioneer woman and agriculture. The rainbow serpent leads from one stone to the next symbolising energy, fertility and dreamtime stories. Native plants line the path that winds its way up the hill past the sculptures to the top where a stunning view of Gunnedah awaits. Another section of Pensioners Hill displays Aboriginal Scar Trees and Totems. There is a group of three, a group of five and a group of two poles, each group symbolising different aspects of Aboriginal culture and traditions. Pensioners Hill was developed in cooperation by Gunnedah Rotary West, Gunnedah Landcare Group and Red Chief Aboriginal Landcare Council. More recently, hand carved bench seating, bird boxes and impressive Eagle Sculpture have been added to Pensioners Hill. Visitors should allow 20 minutes to enjoy this attraction. There is a slight incline to the top, but the path is an easy stroll and stroller and wheelchair friendly. Entry is free. This is a coach friendly attraction.