SI South Perth – Place of Reflection – April 2011

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After 10 years in the planning, the Place of Reflection, a new area in the Kings Park and Botanic Garden, was officially opened by the Premier on Friday 15 April. It provides a special place where people who have suffered loss can seek solace, take time to reflect and commemorate loved ones within a tranquil environment overlooking the river and South Perth.

For Soroptimist International of South Perth it has been a ten year project to provide a community place to remember Western Australia’s missing persons. Where do you go when your loved one is missing? We dreamed of a dedicated area providing a place of comfort to those suffering the anxiety, sadness and sense of loss experienced by those left behind.
This new landmark, a world first in its concept, was created through the persistence and dedication of a Consortium of groups. While Lotterywest provided the majority of the funding ($1million), for Soroptimist International of South Perth this was our most expensive project with $10,000 provided over two years.
The Place of Reflection includes a beautiful rotunda where groups can meet, as well as two separate areas of reflection, accessed through metal filigree portals.