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Sydney’s Centennial Parklands celebrates its 125th
Anniversary this year and has been recognised as one of the world’s leading
public parklands, winning a prestigious Green Flag Award, the first time it has
been awarded in Australia and New Zealand. The Green Flag awards recognise the
environmentally sustainable management of quality public parks and green
spaces.
Environment Minister Robyn Parker said “By winning this
prestigious award the Centennial Parklands has further enhanced its reputation
as one of the finest public parklands in the world.”
“The Green Flag Award is an international award which
assesses the quality of parks across a number of categories, including their
safety, quality of the facilities, management of the environment and historical
features - and as great recreational places for people to enjoy.
“This is good news for not only the people of Sydney but
for communities everywhere. It is something we can all be proud of,” Ms Parker
said.
Kim Ellis, Director and Chief Executive of Centennial
Parklands, said the award comes at a time when there was much community joy and
acclaim for the 125th Anniversary celebrations.
“The award once again reinforces what has been
acknowledged for many years – these Parklands are indeed amongst the top public
parklands in the world,” Mr Ellis said.
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| Centennial Parklands |
2013 marks the 125th anniversary of Centennial Parklands
and to celebrate the milestone, a number of commemorative events are scheduled
throughout the year. For more information visit www.cp125.com.au
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