Local Landmarks - Drummoyne

What is this local landmark?

• Iron Cove Bridge

• Bernie Bazza

• Gladesville Bridge

• Figtree Bridge

Answer explanation

The Gladesville Bridge is a heritage listed concrete arch bridge opened in 1964.

This is an iconic Drummoyne landmark. What is its name?

• Zola Rose

• Crosby

• Gladesville Bridge

• Bernie Bazza

Answer explanation

This natural wonder of Drummoyne was made in 2021 by Karen O. It has a tail which strongly resembles that of a possum.

Prior to colonisation, what was this island used as?

• A place where people and cockatoos would have bonding sessions

• An Aboriginal mourning and burial site

• A convict centre

• An Aboriginal meeting place

Answer explanation

Cockatoo Island has strong continued ties to the First Nations, having served as a meeting place for the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the region prior to colonisation.

This water tank is located in the heart of Drummoyne. How old is it?

• 80 years old

• Over 100 years old

• 45 years old

• 60 years old

Answer explanation

This massive water tank is 108 years old. It is 1 of 4 water tanks build in Sydney during the 1910s. Even though the other 3 tanks are still in use today, the Drummoyne one was retired in 1965 and was sold to developers in 2018.

This old factory is located in Abbotsford. What did it produce?

Answer explanation

Nestle bought Abbotsford House in 1917 and started making chocolate in 1918. Production stopped in 1991 when the house was sold.