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Elephants at Taronga Zoo
Dunns Swamp Camping Ground

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.

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    AlertCurrent weather conditions affecting travel in parts of NSW

    Adverse weather conditions are now affecting  large areas of NSW. A number of highways, local roads and rail services to regional centres have been affected. If driving in affected areas, do not drive through flood water. Before travelling in NSW, check Live Traffic NSW for updates and traveller information for NSW roads. For more detailed information about current flood information, go to the NSW Government emergency website. Also, local updates in affected areas can be found at the relevant Visitor Information Centres throughout NSW.

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