Geological story
These rocks were the first display of the NRG and show one iconic rock from each state. The rocks are displayed in the sequence of incorporation of the states in which they exist
Learn more about the Federation rocks here: https://www.nationalrockgarden.com.au/explore/federation-rocks/.
Rocks included in this theme
- Canberra limestone, Australian Capital Territory (ACT)
- Hawkesbury Sandstone, New South Wales
- Mount Goyder Syenite, Northern Territory
- Chinaman Creek Limestone, Queensland
- Oorlano Metasomatite, South Australia
- Tasmanian Dolerite, Tasmania
- Bendigo metasandstone & Ballarat quartz, Victoria
- Brockman Iron Formation, Western Australia
