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distinctive massing and symmetry; its relative visual isolation given its privileged site on the land axis; the landscaped grounds and the backdrop of the forested slopes of Mount Ainslie. The role of the AWM as a national icon is reinforced by its central location in the Central National Area and on the land axis.

 Figure 3.39 The Eastern Precinct formal courtyard with eucalyptus and boxed hedges.

 Figure 3.40 The planted natural vegetation in the Eastern Precinct as a continuation of Mount Ainslie. Poppy's café is visible in the distance.

 Figure 3.41 A view of the Western Precinct towards the entrance of the main building. The Administration building is on the far left.

 Figure 3.42 The HMAS Gayundah gun on display in the Western Precinct.

    Figure 3.43 The Flanders Memorial within the formal landscaping of the Western Precinct and Sculpture Garden.

    Figure 3.44 The open lawns of the Sculpture Garden.

    Figure 3.45 One of the many sculptures, Simpson and his donkey.

      The Parade Ground and Central Precinct

  The Parade Ground forms part of the Central Precinct. Redeveloped in 2006, it includes a formal granite paved area, terraces flanking each side of the Parade Ground, a new staircase leading to the main Memorial building and the original Stone of Remembrance, which is located within the central axis leading to the building.

  The rest of the Central Precinct comprises open lawns, and informal, asymmetrical plantings of eucalypts close to the main entrance. There is also a stand of mature English oaks with their distinctive spreading form to the east of the main entry, which contribute to the character of the landscape setting.

     The Western Precinct

  A key component of the Western Precinct is the Sculpture Garden. A collection of sculptures, memorials and plaques grouped within the formalised landscaping of the precinct, it was officially opened in 1999 (refer to Figure 3.42).

  The precinct generally is characterised by a formal arrangement of mixed exotic plantings of deciduous and coniferous trees, open lawn areas, garden beds and paths. These provide a setting for the memorials, plaques and sculptures of the Sculpture Garden collection.

  In addition to these, large artefacts have also been installed within the landscape, along the western elevation of the main Memorial building, and ANZAC Hall.

  The main pedestrian approach to the AWM from the western carpark through the Western Precinct and the Sculpture Garden defines a key visitor experience, as well as an introduction to the themes of the AWM. At the time of writing, the Western Precinct contains a series of seven sculptures, 13 memorials, and numerous commemorative plaques. The plaques are generally located in the paved paths and courtyard area adjacent to the main Memorial building.

 The landscape of the