Wellington
Must do
Nature in Wellington
Visit Wellington Caves to admire the huge stalagmite in Cathedral Cave, once thought to be the largest in the world. Don't miss the unusual and beautiful cave coral in Gaden Cave.
About Wellington
Wellington is a popular stopover on the Mitchell Highway as you head west to Dubbo. Many 19th century buildings survive today, best seen on a historical town walk taking in art galleries and the Oxley Museum. The area's biggest attraction are Wellington Caves, a short drive from town.
Also close by are botanic gardens, wineries and Lake Burrendong.
Look out for emus at the Burrendong Arboretum, a large botanic garden that has 2,000 species of Australian trees and wildflowers. Other natural highlights include the peaks, views and birdlife at Mount Arthur Reserve and pretty Cameron Park in the city centre with its sunken garden, rose beds and lily pond.
Events
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- March
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Saturday 03 Mar 2012 Wellington Antique Vintage Fair
The Wellington Antique Vintage Fair is a premier event in the region, attracting up to 10,000 visitors every year. The fair ...
- Saturday 24 Mar 2012 Wellington Boot Carnival
- Sunday 25 Mar 2012 TAB Saddle-Up Sundays Wellington Boot
Gallery
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Fern Gully, Lake Burrendong
Fern Gully at Lake Burrendong Arboretum. Image Wellington Tourism
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Cathedral Caves
The Cathedral Caves in Wellington. Image Gecko Photographics
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Lake Burrendong
Lake Burrendong, near Wellington. Image Wellington Tourism
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