Country NSW
Must do
Nature in Country NSW
Some of the most stunning national parks in the State are in Country NSW. They include Mt Kaputar, Oxley Wild Rivers, Cathedral Rock and the amazing Warrumbungle National Park near Coonabarabran.
About Country NSW
This vast region of NSW has plenty of exciting holiday choices for all ages. Some of Australia’s oldest country towns are here, offering a taste of pioneering history that can include a trip on a paddle steamer, uncovering 19th century colonial architecture and tasting wines made from some of the first grapes ever planted in Australia.
There are many fine regional art galleries such as the Western Plains Cultural Centre at Dubbo. Regional museums are well worth a visit to learn about cultural or natural heritage such as Griffith’s Italian Museum and Shear Outback in Hay.
The region is home to the internationally renowned Taronga Western Plains Zoo in Dubbo, a 300-hectare open range sanctuary that houses over 700 animals, including many rare and endangered species.
Natural attractions such as the Warrumbungle National Park offer world-class walks; the highest waterfall in Australia is the Wollomombi Falls in Oxley Wild Rivers National Park.Events
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Thursday 17 May to Saturday 9 June The Cowra Eisteddfod
The 59th Annual Cowra Eisteddfod will be held once again at the Civic Centre on Darling Street.With a large ...
- Friday 25 May to Saturday 30 June Light Sensitive Material: works from the Verghis Collection
- Friday 25 May to Saturday 30 June Northern Impressions
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Friday 1 June Beatles Tribute Night at the Goulburn Club
50 years later The Goulburn Club will recognise the achievements and popularity of The Beatles with a night to celebrate their ...
- Friday 1 June to Friday 7 December Bush Traditions Session at the Brewery
- Friday 1 June Paul Grabowsky - Live
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Sunday 1 July Dubbo Bridal and Event Expo
You know what you want when you see it, so see it all at the Dubbo Bridal Fair!At the ...
- Wednesday 4 July Mudgee Readers Festival - Programme Launch
- Friday 6 July Cowra Picnic Races
Local areas
- Albury AreaThe Murray River winds through Albury, Mulwala and Cobram.
- Armidale AreaArmidale is surrounded by national parks with Guyra and Walcha nearby.
- Balranald AreaBalranald is the gateway to World Heritage-listed Mungo National Park.
- Bathurst AreaBathurst, Hill End and Sofala are among Australia’s oldest inland settlements.
- Canberra AreaAustralia's national capital, Canberra, has many national treasures.
- Cowra AreaFamous for its wineries, heritage and hot-air ballooning at Canowindra.
- Deniliquin AreaThe "ute capital of the world" has Moama, Jerilderie and Tocumwal nearby.
- Dubbo AreaDubbo area includes Gilgandra, Narromine and Wellington.
- Glen Innes & Inverell AreaCeltic origins, heritage towns and fossicking sites are popular activities.
- Goulburn AreaA colourful past in the area includes explorers, gold-diggers and bushrangers.
- Griffith AreaMulti-cultural heartland blends food and wine, farming and Italian heritage.
- Moree & Narrabri AreaMoree and Narrabri are at the centre of this rich agricultural areas.
- Mudgee AreaMudgee area has wineries, restaurants and good accommodation.
- Orange AreaAn area with reputation for produce, cool-climate wines, cafes and history.
- Parkes AreaHome of Parkes Observatory's radio telescope and historic mining towns.
- Queanbeyan AreaExplore historic villages, colonial architecture, enjoy great food and wine.
- Southern HighlandsCool-climate wines and beautiful gardens, with quaint country inns and cafes.
- Tamworth AreaBest known for its country music festival in January and koalas at
- Wagga Wagga AreaWagga is a fascinating area of heritage attractions and nature activities.
- Warrumbungle AreaWarrumbungle National Park is the star natural attraction of the area.
- Yass AreaYass, in the Yass Valley, with nearby with Gundaroo and Murumbateman.
- Young AreaRich in history, Young is located in the Hilltops wine and food
Travel tips for driving in NSW
Before travelling by road in NSW, make sure you check Live Traffic NSW for updates and important traveller information. For detailed local visitor information in the towns and regions of NSW, check with relevant Visitor Information Centres. Most Visitor Information Centres will be able to assist you with information about local attractions, advice on accommodation, day trip suggestions, advice on transport and touring, and free Wi-Fi access.
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