Dictionary of Sydney

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Anderson Fountain

Fountain which was moved to Prince Alfred Park from near the old town hall. It commemorates Dr Mathew Anderson, a surgeon, who arrived in 1827 to take up the post of Colonial Government Surgeon. He campaigned tirelessly for public access to fresh and continuous water supply and drinking fountains.

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Opened
1882
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