Bushwalkers wandering through the park on the eastern edge of Inverell can follow the signs, including the new one at Platypus Lookout, along the 3.5 kilometre walking route, contained within the 180 hectares of rich woodland.

The signs show images of wildlife and other subjects found within the forest of mostly White Box and Yellow Box woodland. The track also links in with the walking track along the edge of Lake Inverell.

The original project was a collaboration between National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) staff, artist Kathleen Davies, and trust members.

National Parks and Wildlife Service Ranger Peter Croft said the last sign will be in place within the next few weeks and shows what life is like in the nearby river system.

“It concentrates on riparian issues, erosion, habitat within streams and on the banks of the river,” he said.

“This will add the finishing touches to the walk, which already attracts a large number of visitors.”

The walk is of moderate grading and includes many interesting natural features.

The area contains some significant endangered species.

Mr Croft said a Plan of Management is almost complete for the park, which will act as a guide to future management and issues that arise.

“Areas of Box-Gum woodland have been drastically reduced. In some areas it has been reduced to less than one per cent of its original extent. It’s important to protect what’s left,” he said. “Box-Gum woodland is poorly represented in conservation reserves in NSW.”

This latest sign is situated near a bench seat.

So, take your time to admire the view and rest awhile. You might even see a platypus for which the lookout is named.