Alfred Nicholas Memorial Gardens
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Yes, this is the colour of the foliage - the little stream below the footbridge is covered in floating algae, adding to the almost surealistic setting.
The bench in this picture provides a lovely place to sit and contemplate this 'Eden-like' creation.
Often called the "Winter Mushroom".
Alfred Nicholas Memorial Gardens Pavilion
This is the original colored version of "Old Pavilion", the first picture in this gallery.
Surrounded by Mountain Ash above and Palm Ferns in their shadows, this little hut is known as the "Boathouse", though one wonders how small a boat would have to be to fit inside.
Snuggled between two stumps, these delecate fungi seem to be hiding.
This photo is rendered with an 'antique look'. It immediately conjures up memories of days when musical societies would conduct free public concerts. One can imagine ladies in their finery and gentlemen dressed in suits and stiff starched collars quietly sitting and listening as the music played.
Only the trickle of the water-fall can be heard above the delightful melodies of the native birds.
This bridge and another similar to it was closed from use - not sure why, it looks very sound.
wooden bridge, pond, alfred nicholas memorial gardens, dandenongs, HDR
Palm Tree Fern - binna burra series
This arched footbridge provides the perfect viewing point next to the cascade that flows into Lower Lake.
Garden Gazebo on a steep mountain slope, overlooked by tall Mountain Ash trees