Wendy Whiteley's Secret Garden

"Wendy Whiteley's Secret Garden Over the past 15 years, Wendy Whiteley (known as the "goddess muse" and wife of one of Australia 's most famous artists, Brett Whiteley) has lovingly restored a once derelict piece of land, owned by the NSW Rail Corporation. It's a magical place to reflect, talk or read and to simply get away from the city's noise. The views are spectacular. About 5-10 mins stroll from Luna Park. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wendy_Whiteley#Wendy.27s_Secret_Garden This site was visited during AFAR Experiences, May 6-9, 2013: http://www.afarexperiences.com/"

"Hidden in Lavender Bay Parklands on Sydney’s Lower North Shore, Wendy’s Secret Garden is a magical spot. Originally a guerilla garden tended by local artist Wendy Whiteley—wife and muse of famous late avant-garde artist Brett Whiteley—its future has been secured as a free public park. Celebrated in Janet Hawley’s 2015 book Wendy Whiteley and the Secret Garden , this hush-hush haven is heavenly. Formerly overgrown derelict government railway land, the garden is a labor of love created over 20 years by Wendy. Fueled by grief after the deaths of Brett and later her daughter Arkie, Wendy transformed the space into a living artwork. Towering trees, wild shrubs, lush planting, and vibrant tropical flowers animate this steep, gully oasis, strewn with artifacts with spectacular views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge and sparkly harbor." - Sophie Davies