Scan the QR code at Simpson Park to hear First Nations Dreaming and Muscle Creek stories.
At Simpson Park in Muswellbrook, cultural heritage signage shares First Nations stories connected to the area. Developed with local Elder Uncle Glen Morris and Aboriginal community member Amanda (Mandy) Howard, it features Uncle Glen’s platypus Dreaming story and Amanda’s mother’s story about Muscle Creek.
Local artist Leanne Ward, a well-known painter, photographer and mosaic artist, designed the sign’s artwork, and visitors can listen to both stories by scanning the QR code on it. The project was supported by Muswellbrook Shire Council, the Follow the Dream program, the Polly Farmer Foundation and the NSW Government through the Environmental Trust. While you’re there, take the clearly signed Muscle Creek walking loop through native bushland, with chances to learn about local ecology and cultural heritage.