If you’ve ever wandered into the swamp-like heart of Centennial Park and felt like you’d stumbled into a pocket of pure wilderness, you’re not entirely wrong. Hidden among the rolling lawns and horse tracks is one of Sydney’s most remarkable ecosystems – a freshwater wetland known as the Lachlan Swamp. It’s a place where water bubbles up from underground, paperbark trees twist skyward, and a colony of grey-headed flying foxes chatter from the canopy. And now, an environmentally sensitive new addition allows Sydneysiders to get even closer to nature without disturbing it.

What is the badu ngura boardwalk?

The badu ngura Boardwalk (badu ngura meaning in Dharawal language) is an elevated walkway that winds through the swamp, offering a fresh perspective on the park’s lush heart while prot

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