Date12/06/1991DescriptionImages shows graffiti on a tortoise statue located within the Freedom Plaza in Cabramatta. Tortoise statues were erected in ancient temples and
courtyards, as people believed that to touch them could bring good luck. The tortoise bears a stele with inscriptions to commemorate people or events.
1n 1986 the Cabramatta Beatification Association was formed by local business and cultural associations.
The beautification project included planting of golden robina trees, installation of oriental objects such as Chinese lanterns, silken banners, and stone sculptures, brick paving, etc...
Image ColourBlack & WhiteImage Size245 mm x 174 mmFile SizeJPG : 3.63 MBTypePrintOriginalYesAccessAppointment required to view original photographCopyrightRestrictedRightsFairfax MediaAcknowledgementFairfield City Council acquired copies in December 2020 from Daniel Miller Californian photography dealer). The original copyright is held by Fairfax Media
Tortoise stone statue in Freedom Plaza , Cabramatta (12/06/1991). Fairfield City Heritage Collection, accessed 10/03/2026, https://heritagecollection.fairfieldcity.nsw.gov.au/nodes/view/2864
