Currey Park
Last updatedCurrey Park is a 4,115 m² park on Victor Street in Chatswood. Its standout feature is the Tingha Woman fountain and sculpture by artist Joe Hurst, which marks the park's link to Tingha, a tin-mining town south of Inverell. Visitors also find a bubbler for drinking water and park benches.
About Currey Park
Tingha Woman Fountain and Sculpture at Currey Park
Currey Park has a fountain and a sculpture called Tingha Woman, made by the artist Joe Hurst. The fountain and sculpture mark the park's link to Tingha, a tin-mining town south of Inverell in New South Wales. A plaque beside the fountain tells the Tingha Woman story, so visitors can read the connection on site. Public art is the park's most distinctive feature, and it sits alongside a bubbler, a park bench and a water feature.
Drinking Water and Seating at Currey Park
Currey Park has a bubbler, so visitors can get drinking water on site. Park benches give a place to sit, and a water feature adds to the park's art. The park covers 4,115 m² on Victor Street, a small space in the Chatswood CBD for a short rest. With so few features, the park suits a short stop rather than a full day out.
Facilities at Currey Park
Getting to Currey Park
Currey Park is on Victor Street, Chatswood NSW 2067. Chatswood metro station is about 300 m away.
Near Currey Park
FAQ
Is there drinking water at Currey Park?
Yes, a bubbler gives drinking water on site. Park benches are also there for resting.
What is the Tingha Woman sculpture at Currey Park?
It is a fountain and sculpture by artist Joe Hurst that marks the park's link to Tingha, a tin-mining town south of Inverell. A plaque beside the fountain tells the story.
Are there Tai Chi classes at Currey Park?
Beginner Tai Chi and Qigong classes run on Tuesdays from 11:00am to 11:45am. A term of eight weeks costs $140, or $130 for concession card holders.
Who was Currey Park named after?
It is named after Henry Currey, a Chatswood prospector who also gave the former Tingha Street to council. That street is now part of the park.