We were thrilled to find this lush oasis on the edge of the city, especially when we discovered its wonderful historical side.
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There's a Pipe Trail to walk and a bazillion pipes to see. Long pipes, short pipes, big pipes, small pipes...
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...even picnic pipes.
The trail took us through a series of gardens with different themes. From the native plants of the Wurundjeri Garden, to the olive trees and concrete pipe archways of the Hume pipeworkers Garden, a tribute to the many Europeans who were employed at the factory.
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The remains of the old railway can still be seen...as can the resident Blue-Tongue Lizard, who gave me the fright of my life when I thought he was a snake!
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An on-site open workshop, Cycle Saloon, for all emergency repairs (DIY) operates most days...
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...and there's also a fixed repair stand along the bike path. ![Pipemakers Park Maribyrnong Pipemakers Park Maribyrnong](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEha4y6LRSxeFBTvTpwZPrgvQ1EbZo22EIT3F4hstib6DrsGzRc_tpdP6Pg0htE9jjHfvVd8QndLk6tPcZXLBBABeDmqqrgqWPm-OTC5daJmAKj8lEgYluKD5LWpMnybAyQGSqPbIHyJ7dQ/s640/20150911_110925.jpg)
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We took a walk along the river to the bridge, for a great view of the mighty Maribyrnong River...
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There's also a boat that does cruises up and down here a few days a week. I hope to get back soon to see the parks and buildings from the water.
What: Pipemakers Park
Where: Van Ness Ave, Maribyrnong
When: Daily
Why: historic buildings
How Much: FREE to walk around
Nearby: Jack's Magazine
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