Mirambeek Murrup / Ballarat Indigenous Sculpture Park, Lake Wendouree.

In the north-west corner of Lake Wendouree sits an important wetland. The wetlands were designed to filter Ballarat’s storm water before it reached the lake. With the abundance of shallow water and native water plants, the park has become a haven for water birds like the wood duck, black swan and swamp hen.

Surrounding the wetlands is a meandering path where you can discover the Indigenous sculptures that give the park its name. The sculptures an important site for the traditional owners of the land, the Wadawarrung people feature works by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists, celebrating the richness and diversity of culture and telling important cultural stories. You can explore the different sculptures and ponder their meanings as you enjoy being in nature.

There is plenty of parking at the lake and nearby are the Fairyland Walk, The Botanic Gardens and the Sound Shell where you can hear live music during the warmer months. Barbecue shelters and a cafe are also nearby if you feel hungry after all your exploring.

Eco Explorers runs a Bush Playgroup program in Ballarat which you can find more information about here.