In 2022, a Wedge-tailed Eagle who’s wings span over 3m was installed, soaring over the town’s western lookout. The eagle is the creation of acclaimed metal artist Andrew Whitehead who used scrap metal for this majestic sculpture, complementing the hand-carved eagle seats created by the local woodworker, Dan Birkett. Kaputhin the Eagle is said to be one of the Kamilaroi totems.

Location: 23 Lloyd Rd, Gunnedah New South Wales 2380

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The Rainbow Serpent: Aboriginal artists designed the magnificent Rainbow Serpent Water Feature outside Gunnedah’s Civic Centre in Chandos Street. The work of many local artists feature in the colourful tiles along the length of the serpent’s body. Its creation has drawn on the culture, traditions, families, history and experiences of the artists.

Location: 83 Chandos St, Gunnedah New South Wales 2380

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Pensioners Hill: 10 Aboriginal totem poles stand tall on Pensioners Hill. The totem poles were handcrafted by local artists in 2012. They represent significant people, dreamtime legend and customs of the Kamilaroi Tribe including the Biamee Spirit, the Red Chief Shield and the Rainbow Serpent.

On top of the hill a wedge-tailed eagle soars over the township. Acclaimed metal artist Andrew Whitehead used scrap metal for this majestic sculpture which complements the hand-carved eagle seats created by the local woodworker, Dan Birkett. Kaputhin the Eagle is said to be one of the Kamilaroi totems.

Large heritage sandstone sculptures also depict the cultural heritage of the area. Find out more about Pensioners Hill Lookout here.

Location: 23 Lloyd Rd, Gunnedah New South Wales 2380

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Porcupine Lookout: This lookout is known to the local Aboriginal people of the Kamilaroi Tribe as 'Bindea' (pronounced Bindee), which translates to “The place where the shrubs with leaves like a porcupine quill grow”. Find out more about Porcupine Lookout here.

Location: 29A Apex Rd, Gunnedah New South Wales 2380

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