Perched on a tree trunk in the Hunter Valley town of Kurri Kurri, the Big Kookaburra was built in 2009 to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the town’s Hydro Aluminium.
Standing at almost 5m tall,…
Perched on a tree trunk in the Hunter Valley town of Kurri Kurri, the Big Kookaburra was built in 2009 to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the town’s Hydro Aluminium.
Standing at almost 5m tall, the statue was created by sculptor Chris Fussell and can be found in Col Brown Rotary Park at the centre of the town. Kookaburras are also featured in each of the 60 murals found around Kurri Kurri, pick up a map at the visitor centre to find them all.
Pure joy as you wake to the sunrise. Awe as you make it to the snowy peak. A sense of adventure as you motor across red plains. The relief of rejuvenation as you wade into an alpine stream. Connection as you taste native, fragrant leaves. A sense of belonging as you return to your favourite holiday house. Freedom as you dash into the waves. Discover the endless feelings a visit to NSW can inspire.
