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This island at the junction of the Parramatta and Lane Cove rivers is home to a prison built by prisoners.

Cockatoo Island, the largest island in Sydney Harbour, is a 10-minute ferry ride from Circular Quay. From 1839 to 1869, it was used as a penitentiary to relieve overcrowding on Norfolk Island, then as a place of work and correction for girls until 1888. Then, from 1857 to 1992, the island became Sydney's largest shipyard. Take your time to explore this island like no other, and don't miss the mini-museum on the hill, which revisits its naval history. Catering available on site.

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Visitor Centre open Monday to Friday, 10 am to 4 pm. Free admission. Guided tours available (AU$ 16/adult).

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Visited in december 2016

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un pan de l'histoire de Sydney et de l'Autralie : des convicts ( déportés) vivaient et travaillaient sur cet îlot, destiné principalement aux condamnés récidivistes. il reste quelques murs du fort et la maison du gouverneur (en magnifiques blocs de grès), les chantiers navals. nous avons vu bien plus de mouettes que de cacatoès (cockatoo). Facile d'accès avec le ferry.

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Visited in july 2015

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nous y sommes allés lors d'un évènement culturel, c'était très sympa, d'ailleurs la promenade pour y accéder fait également parti de la sortie! à faire :)

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Expositions contemporaines temporaires qui réhabilitent à merveille d'ancien bâtiments. Dépaysement garanti sur cette île qui lors de la nouvelle année accueille des campeurs pour profiter des feux d'artifices. Très facile d'accès depuis le port de Sydney.