Big Kev the Dinosaur
A fun dinosaur landmark at Yarrawonga in Palmerston near Darwin with a 4.7 rating across 13 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
Big Kev the Dinosaur is a distinctive Palmerston landmark beside the Bunnings Warehouse on the corner of Stuart Highway and Tulagi Road. The 18-metre fibreglass brachiosaurus stands near the store’s outdoor nursery, facing towards Pierssene Road, making him hard to miss for anyone travelling through the area.
Big Kev has been part of the local roadside landscape since 2007, when he lived alongside the Stuart Highway at Yarrawonga. After being dismantled and stored during site development in 2019, he was given a new home at the Palmerston Bunnings site in early May 2020. His relocation preserves a recognisable piece of the area’s visual character while placing him alongside one of Palmerston’s larger retail sites.
This is a simple stop rather than a traditional attraction with a programme or collection: the main draw is the dinosaur himself. He may appeal to dinosaur enthusiasts, families and visitors looking for an unusual landmark in Palmerston, particularly when already visiting the Bunnings store, outdoor nursery or café. The site’s description also notes that Big Kev is a herbivore, a fitting detail for his position near the nursery.
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- MondayToday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- Closed
- Thursday
- Closed
- Friday
- Closed
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- 00:00 – 23:59
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 67
- Popularity
- 35
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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