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Shannon Reserve

This park plays host to a community market the first Saturday of each month. It also features a naturally shaded playground that's perfect for young children.

Crown Street

Surry Hills 2010

Directions and transport

Features

Children’s area included
Playground.

History

Histories of local parks and playgrounds
History of Shannon Reserve
Named after Thomas John Shannon, an ALP alderman for Cook Ward 1921–1927 and Flinders Ward 1930–1948, MLA for Surry Hills 1927–1930 and Phillip 1930–1953.
Published 27 March 2013

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