Point Vernon - Kanaka Memorial

Located in the Polson Cemetery this memorial is a tribute to all Kanakas brought to Queensland to work on cane and cotton plantations.

Between 1863 and 1906, an estimated 50,000 Islanders were brought to Queensland. About 12,000 of these were brought to the Maryborough/Hervey Bay area.

Hours of opening

Mon-Fri 6.30am-3.30pm

Location

Lot 235 Corser Street , Point Vernon 4655  View Map

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Features

  • Parks and Gardens
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