Buckland Hill Obelisk Mosman Park, Western Australia, Australia
By
Geocaching Australia on 01-Jul-12. Waypoint TP6462
Cache Details
| Difficulty: | |
| Terrain: | |
| Type: | TrigPoint |
| Container: | Other |
| Coordinates: | S32° 1.001' E115° 45.677' (WGS 84) |
| 50H 383013E 6457044N (UTM) | |
| Elevation: | 60 m |
| Local Government Area: | Mosman Park |
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Description
This obelisk was originally built between 1878 and 1880 using convict labour. It replaced a trigonometrical station which had been erected as a result of the Coast and Marine Survey of Western Australia in 1873 and 1874. Between 1850 and 1875 a navigation beacon was located on top of the hill.
The obelisk is incorporated in the coat of arms of the Town of Mosman Park and has been a recognised navigation landmark for over 100 years.
In 1924 the then Metropolitan Water Supply, Sewerage and Drainage Department constructed a concrete lined reservoir on the southern side of the obelisk. In 1936 the reservoir was enlarged and encompassed the obelisk, which was still a major survey point.
In 1983 the Metropolitan Water Authority commenced rebuilding and roofing the reservoir and the obelisk was dismantled and rebuilt approximately 48 metres south west of its original position. It remains a primary point in the geodetic Survey of W. A.
Logs
Out and about caching and taking photos for the day. House sitting over here in this beautiful state. Always a great way to explore areas. Lovin' life, coffees and caches, waymarks and photos, taking the roads less travelled, letting my GPS be my guide. Does it get any better than travelling this great land of ours? 
What a beautiful area to take a stroll (and quite a few photos). - After having my car broken into and my camera stolen, I have to rely on my phone now for pics.
Thanks for the TP. Appreciate you highlighting this area and bringing me here.
What a beautiful area to take a stroll (and quite a few photos). - After having my car broken into and my camera stolen, I have to rely on my phone now for pics.
Thanks for the TP. Appreciate you highlighting this area and bringing me here.
Rated: for Overall Experience
Have been here a number of times with the family but have never actually logged the trig point when the others did it.
Thanks for the cache.
Thanks for the cache.
Rated: for Overall Experience
I was fortunate to have an RDO today and thought that I could head out and grab a few GCA caches this morning. I targeted a few virtuals and some Trig points that had been on my to do list for far too long. Cheers for the cache!
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Chwiliwr was driving the family around some GCA caches today and called in here for me to find this cache. Image taken after a walk up the wet path.
Thanks for the cache.
Thanks for the cache.
Rated: for Overall Experience
Had been to this cache some time ago but couldn't find my pictures until today! Had put them on my Dad's computer to do some work on pics from WA - looking through them today and found these. Glad to get a cache in WA
Cheers and thanks OldSaint
Noticed requirements for Trigs varies from place to place, or State to State
Tasmania:
A trig point (also known as a Trigonometric Station) typically consists of a black disc on top of four metal legs or concrete pillar, resembling a navigation beacon. It is also accompanied by a metal disc, which is located directly below the centre point of the tripod or on top of the pillar itself.
Trig points are generally located at the top of hills or points of prominence in the landscape. Many provide unique views and challenges, with some being difficult to get to.
These points were regarded as valuable to surveyors, providing reference points for measuring distance and direction, and assisting in the creation of maps.
To log a find on the Geocaching Australia website, you will need to include a picture of the trig point, along with your GPS receiver and (preferably) yourself. Long distance / telephoto type pictures are against the spirit of this cache. You are encouraged to leave a description of your journey in your log to help others in finding the trig point.
The original collection of trig points has been sourced from Geoscience Australia and may contain inaccuracies.
Please respect local laws and regulations when searching for trig points. If you believe that a trig point is located on private property or in a dangerous location, you may archive the cache, by clicking on Log this Cache and place an "Archived" log on the Geocaching Australia website.
If you feel that you can add to the description of this trig point or adjust the difficulty / terrain ratings, please feel free to edit this cache and amend the information suitably. Vandalism of the cache description or other information will result in your account being terminated.
This one:
This obelisk was originally built between 1878 and 1880 using convict labour. It replaced a trigonometrical station which had been erected as a result of the Coast and Marine Survey of Western Australia in 1873 and 1874. Between 1850 and 1875 a navigation beacon was located on top of the hill.
The obelisk is incorporated in the coat of arms of the Town of Mosman Park and has been a recognised navigation landmark for over 100 years.
In 1924 the then Metropolitan Water Supply, Sewerage and Drainage Department constructed a concrete lined reservoir on the southern side of the obelisk. In 1936 the reservoir was enlarged and encompassed the obelisk, which was still a major survey point.
In 1983 the Metropolitan Water Authority commenced rebuilding and roofing the reservoir and the obelisk was dismantled and rebuilt approximately 48 metres south west of its original position. It remains a primary point in the geodetic Survey of W. A.
Discussion:
A trig point (also known as a Trigonometric Station) typically consists of a black disc on top of four metal legs or concrete pillar, resembling a navigation beacon. It is also accompanied by a metal disc, which is located directly below the centre point of the tripod or on top of the pillar itself:
This one is obelisk. In Tassie we search for lighthouses, disks the tri-pods etc Interesting how different structures are used as Trig Points.
Trig points are generally located at the top of hills or points of prominence in the landscape. Many provide unique views and challenges, with some being difficult to get to:
Most in Tassie are like this one, on top of a hill but some are on the coast as well.
These points were regarded as valuable to surveyors, providing reference points for measuring distance and direction, and assisting in the creation of maps:
This one can be seen easily from the surrounding area.
To log a find on the Geocaching Australia website, you will need to include a picture of the trig point, along with your GPS receiver and (preferably) yourself. Long distance / telephoto type pictures are against the spirit of this cache. You are encouraged to leave a description of your journey in your log to help others in finding the trig point:
Logging requirements will be fulfilled when photographs are added. Notice that for this cache, no such requirement has been added to the cache page description.
The original collection of trig points has been sourced from Geoscience Australia and may contain inaccuracies:
Thank you for the supply as I enjoy the TRIG Caches. This one complies with the geodetic Survey of W. A.
Please respect local laws and regulations when searching for trig points. If you believe that a trig point is located on private property or in a dangerous location, you may archive the cache, by clicking on Log this Cache and place an "Archived" log on the Geocaching Australia website:
All observations necessary were observed in getting to this trig
If you feel that you can add to the description of this trig point or adjust the difficulty / terrain ratings, please feel free to edit this cache and amend the information suitably. Vandalism of the cache description or other information will result in your account being terminated:
Found the trig easily. Noticed that it does not have a trig number following its proper name. I agree, it is not really necessary!
Cheers OldSaint
Cheers and thanks OldSaint
Noticed requirements for Trigs varies from place to place, or State to State
Tasmania:
A trig point (also known as a Trigonometric Station) typically consists of a black disc on top of four metal legs or concrete pillar, resembling a navigation beacon. It is also accompanied by a metal disc, which is located directly below the centre point of the tripod or on top of the pillar itself.
Trig points are generally located at the top of hills or points of prominence in the landscape. Many provide unique views and challenges, with some being difficult to get to.
These points were regarded as valuable to surveyors, providing reference points for measuring distance and direction, and assisting in the creation of maps.
To log a find on the Geocaching Australia website, you will need to include a picture of the trig point, along with your GPS receiver and (preferably) yourself. Long distance / telephoto type pictures are against the spirit of this cache. You are encouraged to leave a description of your journey in your log to help others in finding the trig point.
The original collection of trig points has been sourced from Geoscience Australia and may contain inaccuracies.
Please respect local laws and regulations when searching for trig points. If you believe that a trig point is located on private property or in a dangerous location, you may archive the cache, by clicking on Log this Cache and place an "Archived" log on the Geocaching Australia website.
If you feel that you can add to the description of this trig point or adjust the difficulty / terrain ratings, please feel free to edit this cache and amend the information suitably. Vandalism of the cache description or other information will result in your account being terminated.
This one:
This obelisk was originally built between 1878 and 1880 using convict labour. It replaced a trigonometrical station which had been erected as a result of the Coast and Marine Survey of Western Australia in 1873 and 1874. Between 1850 and 1875 a navigation beacon was located on top of the hill.
The obelisk is incorporated in the coat of arms of the Town of Mosman Park and has been a recognised navigation landmark for over 100 years.
In 1924 the then Metropolitan Water Supply, Sewerage and Drainage Department constructed a concrete lined reservoir on the southern side of the obelisk. In 1936 the reservoir was enlarged and encompassed the obelisk, which was still a major survey point.
In 1983 the Metropolitan Water Authority commenced rebuilding and roofing the reservoir and the obelisk was dismantled and rebuilt approximately 48 metres south west of its original position. It remains a primary point in the geodetic Survey of W. A.
Discussion:
A trig point (also known as a Trigonometric Station) typically consists of a black disc on top of four metal legs or concrete pillar, resembling a navigation beacon. It is also accompanied by a metal disc, which is located directly below the centre point of the tripod or on top of the pillar itself:
This one is obelisk. In Tassie we search for lighthouses, disks the tri-pods etc Interesting how different structures are used as Trig Points.
Trig points are generally located at the top of hills or points of prominence in the landscape. Many provide unique views and challenges, with some being difficult to get to:
Most in Tassie are like this one, on top of a hill but some are on the coast as well.
These points were regarded as valuable to surveyors, providing reference points for measuring distance and direction, and assisting in the creation of maps:
This one can be seen easily from the surrounding area.
To log a find on the Geocaching Australia website, you will need to include a picture of the trig point, along with your GPS receiver and (preferably) yourself. Long distance / telephoto type pictures are against the spirit of this cache. You are encouraged to leave a description of your journey in your log to help others in finding the trig point:
Logging requirements will be fulfilled when photographs are added. Notice that for this cache, no such requirement has been added to the cache page description.
The original collection of trig points has been sourced from Geoscience Australia and may contain inaccuracies:
Thank you for the supply as I enjoy the TRIG Caches. This one complies with the geodetic Survey of W. A.
Please respect local laws and regulations when searching for trig points. If you believe that a trig point is located on private property or in a dangerous location, you may archive the cache, by clicking on Log this Cache and place an "Archived" log on the Geocaching Australia website:
All observations necessary were observed in getting to this trig
If you feel that you can add to the description of this trig point or adjust the difficulty / terrain ratings, please feel free to edit this cache and amend the information suitably. Vandalism of the cache description or other information will result in your account being terminated:
Found the trig easily. Noticed that it does not have a trig number following its proper name. I agree, it is not really necessary!
Cheers OldSaint
Rated: for Overall Experience
GCA 1651. Found during a visit to the West for work.
Flew in this afternoon and grabbed a few GCA cacahes on the way to the hotel. Next find for the day. Nice and simple in an interesting location. Great views.
TFTC !!
Flew in this afternoon and grabbed a few GCA cacahes on the way to the hotel. Next find for the day. Nice and simple in an interesting location. Great views.
TFTC !!
Rated: for Overall Experience
Found today while in the area. It's disappointing to see areas like this that are not maintained after public funds are used to upgrade them. The views from the top are great with several small areas of shade that are useful after a walk up in the hot sun. There is no steel structure present, however the obvious point is visible for many miles in all directions.
Went for a walk in the darkness and grabbed this one early. Happy Feb 29th! Great view too.
I was in the area so decided to pick this one up and cross it off the list. Took a couple of pictures of the obelisk and the plaque.
First cache on a quick trip to WA. What a great start! Awesome structure and significant geo survey point plus views to Rottnest. Lovely. Not many trigs out this way!
Rated: for Overall Experience
Found on a rainy but mild July day. Couldn't see Rotto today'
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Easily found ... bit hard to miss a HUGE Obelisk atop a hill. 
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Out for a ride, went past here and decided it was as good a place as any to have a drink and look around. The big bonus was that another TP was achivedOut caching in the area and remembered to snap a photo for this one.
Such a historic spot.
Such a historic spot.
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With FelixII for the day... I have been there long time ago 21/08/2005. but today come back and took a photo. Thanks.
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7th of the day on a mornings ride out. Photo attached!
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Found this obelisk after finding the nearby GC cache. Great views from up here! Photo included!
Found on a beautiful winter's day after visiting the nearby GC cache. Pity we need barbed wire.
Rated: for Overall Experience
I was doing a nearby GC cache and had walked up the wrong road so came to this obelisk and found that it is a trig point. There is a trig plate placed on the very top. I found this out as there were two muggles who had climbed past the barbed wire and climbed up to the top. They kindly described the plate attached on top for me.
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