Charlie Meader Memorial Gates
The Henson Park gates on the Centennial Street entrance,were renamed in 2001 the "Charlie Meader Memorial Gates". As a dedication to the memory and the recognition of Mr Meader's work as caretaker/groundskeeper of Henson Park for many years.Mr Meader joined Marrickville Council at the age of 16, and continued working there for another 53 years and was the longest serving council employee.Mr Meader was also the son of a former employee of the brick pit.
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