What's On Southern Riverina - Winter 2021 by McPherson Media Group

N O s ’ t a h W Southern Riverina

Winter 2021

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T I S I V O T & WHERE

• Deniliquin • Blighty • Booroorban • Conargo • Mayrung • Pretty Pine • Wanganella • Barham • Mathoura • Moama • Moulamein • Murray Downs • Tooleybuc • Wakool • Bunnaloo • Goodnight • Koraleigh • Womboota • Finley • Berrigan • Tocumwal • Barooga • Jerilderie • Coleambally • Darlington Point • Lockhart • The Rock • Yerong Creek • Pleasant Hills • Milbrulong • Hay • Booligal • Maude • One Tree Village • Corowa • Boree Creek • Howlong • Morundah • Mulwala • Oaklands • Rand • Urana What’s On Winter 2021 1

CONTENTS NATURE AT ITS BEST....................3 STEP BACK IN TIME - THE DEPOT....5 AN EXPERIENCE LIKE NO OTHER THE DENI UTE MUSTER.................. 7 ICONIC EVENT’S MUSEUM OPEN..... 9 FIND SOME PEACE AND QUIET AT WILLOUGHBY’S BEACH................ 11 WINTER CAMPING.....................13 EXPLORE DENILIQUIN’S LOCAL HISTORY...................................15 STAY AND PLAY - GOLF................. 7 DISCOVER OUR OP SHOPS...... 18-19 YOUR PICS................................ 21 STAY AND PLAY - PLAYGROUNDS GUIDE...................................... 24 FROM FARM TO PROVEDORE........ 25 VISIT AND EXPLORE RIVER COUNTRY.................................. 27 WIldlife safari in the riverina ................................. 29 get your art fix in lockhart..31 relax in finley....................... 39 packed full of history - visit berrigan................................35 new waaaf creek walk........... 39 southern riverina street art map................................... 38-39 stay and play… accommodation guide...................................... 40 visitor info............................ 41 road trips & touring routes.. 41 where to find… our facilities guide................................ 42-43 southern riverina tracks & trails.....................................43

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ReGULAR Markets IN THE SOUTHERN RIVERINA Deniliquin Lions Community Town Market, Waring Gardens, 4th Saturday of month. June 26, July 24, August 28. Naponda Farmers’ Market, outside Naponda Store, Cressy Street, Deniliquin, 2nd Saturday of the month. June 12, July 10, August 14. Tocumwal Foreshore Market, Tocumwal Foreshore, June 12. Echuca Moama Market, Moama Kerrabee Sound Shell Gardens, every second Sunday. June 13, June 27, July 11, July 25, August 8, August 22, September 5. Corowa Rotary Federation Farmers and Variety Market, Bangerang Park, first Sunday of the month. June 6, July 4, August 1.

N O s ’ t a h W Southern Riverina

Reconnect in River Country. A world of fresh air, national parks, beautiful rivers and red gums, bike and walking trails, golf and camping.

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NATURE AT ITS BEST Beauty can sometimes be found in the place you least expect it. You can find bushels of Darling Peas along the highway, and grey-crowned babblers circling their sweet petals, or bright yellow Billy Buttons cradling each side, bulbous and energetic. All of this beauty can be found in the Murrumbidgee Council region, and is depicted in the latest addition to the street art trail. The babblers are the primary feature of the mural created near the Jerilderie swimming pool. It is a vulnerable local species with unique features, and more than just a pretty central focus. Their presence is a subtle reminder the fragility of our ecoystem and the importance of living with nature and harmony. Grey-crowned babblers typically live in family groups, working together to forage for food and maintain nests. They embody the spirit of both strong family units and a tight knit, supportive community. Renowned graffiti artist Matt Thompson brought the breathtaking display of local flora and fauna to life, with help from his assistant Lloyd Knoles. Mr Thompson— who has had his work featured at Hobart’s Museum of Old and New

Art, the US Consulate and the B Side gallery, just to name a few – received design input from the local community to create what he and Murrumbidgee Council believe will be a piece the whole region can take pride in. “The billy buttons weren’t originally in. I was more focusing on the Darling Pea and the birds, but in the refining process, speaking to locals and naturalists, they said we needed billy buttons in there,” Mr Thompson said. “I took a look at them and decided it was a really cool element. “It’s not just me doing my thing, and imposing that on everybody. It’s a collaboration.” The centrally located mural is the perfect reason to take a road trip through historic Jerilderie. Once you’re done gazing at the unique art work, you can take a stroll through the past along the Billabong Creek Walk, look at military strategist Sir John Monash’s home of origin, or visit the bank vault, where outlaw Ned Kelly once held Jerilderie citizens captive. What’s On Winter 2021 3

Whats On at Deni RSL... COFFEE SHOP Open 7 days 11am – late Light meals Something sweet

BISTRO 12pm-2pm Open from 6pm Dine in or Takeaway

Hot and cold drinks

Members discounts apply

Find our menus at www.denirsl.com

MEMBER’S HAPPY HOUR Monday-Thursday 3pm-4pm

Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday

COURTESY BUS WEDNESDAYS

Rhinos Cricket Club Raﬄe

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DENILIQUIN RSL CLUB Open Mon - Fri 11am, Sat - Sun 10am

72 End Street Deniliquin NSW 2710 www.denirsl.com What’s On Winter 2021 4

Phone: (03) 5881 1455 Fax: (03) 5881 4147 denirsl@denirsl.com

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Step back in time The Depot offers something you won’t find anywhere else. The ‘50s themed, slick roadside venue in Deniliquin boasts a huge historical vehicle and memorabilia collection. With richly unique range of vehicles, you can tell from the moment you step in that you’re in for an experience.

“So, for example, one ‘32 Ford has gone home to its owner, but they’ve dropped off a ‘35 Ford in its place.

The huge range of vehicles date to 1908, including a 1959 pink Cadillac, and there are examples of retro Hollywood glamour, long haul trucking, and beyond.

“In the last year, we’ve had a 350 GTS Holden Monaro on loan to us, which is very high quality, as well as Phil Horton’s Holden Torana. For Holden fans, these are great vehicles to come and have a look at.”

The Depot has grown around the historic vehicle and memorabilia collections of Neville and Debbie Purtill and the Purtill family, which has operated businesses in the Deniliquin region for three generations. There are so many items in the collection there is a consistent rotation of displays on the museum floor. The Depot curator John Haig said a careful eye will always find something different, making The Depot a vibrant experience for returning and new visitors. “Keen-eyed observers will find main items in the displays changed or added,” Mr Haig said. “The bulk of our collection is always on show, but we do have vehicles come in and out on loan.

The Depot’s huge collection is not limited to cars. Its extensive collections of Elvis memorabilia, vintage toys, Australiana from the ‘40s, ‘50s, and ‘60s and movie memorabilia are all arranged in novel displays which will both evoke memories and fascinate. “We are catering for a broad range of people; we have a bit of everything,” Mr Haig said. “People sometimes come in expecting it to be all automotive based. “But they are often pleasantly surprised to find things that remind them of their childhood, or even their grandparents, from when they were growing up.” What’s On Winter 2021 5

Also unique to The Depot, is an exceptionally tailored experience, with key focus on the customer. “What I love most about The Depot and being here isn’t so much our displays, but our customers’ memories and stories, and the memories we spark in their mind coming to visit,” Mr Haig said. “We get a lot of people come in and there will be a vehicle, or something in the collection — a toy, or our kitchen display — that reminds them of what they had when they were younger, and just starts a story for them. “Everyday we talk to our visitors who come from all over the country. And they just have an amazing time here and just want to share their stories with us.” The Depot is located at 158 Hardinge St, Deniliquin and is open 7 days a week from 10am — right next to the Cobb Highway Roadhouse which is now home to 1950s style diner, Cruizin* Diner. NSW Dine & Discover vouchers can be used at The Depot including the gift shop and Cruizin* Diner until June 30, 2021.

DENI UTE MUSTER

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An experience like no other

THE Deni UTE MUSTER MORE THAN A CELEBRATION OF COUNTRY MUSIC, THE DENI UTE MUSTER EPITOMIZES OUTBACK LIFE, CELEBRATING EVERYTHING RURAL OVER THE TWO-DAY FESTIVAL. The annual event was established in 1999 with a vision to put Deni on the map. With a crippling drought drying up the land and income, a small group of community folk rallied together with the idea to start a rural themed festival, to bring visitors to this little town on the edge of the outback— and that gave birth to the legendary muster. Now going into its 23rd year, the event is considered a rite of passage for all Aussies and a quintessential symbol for Aussie way of life, utes and all. Held on the NSW Labour Day long weekend each year— including a virtual event last year during the COVID-19 pandemic— the event attracts an average annual crowd of 20,000 from all across Australia, and even internationally. They bring their utes in the thousands and don the iconic blue singlet as part of festival traditions – and to try and break the event’s two Guinness World Records.

The ute count record currently stands at 9,736 utes mustered at the famed site, and the blue singlet count stands at 3972. The Deni Ute Muster has attracted international superstars, with legends such as Keith Urban, Carrie Underwood, Tim McGraw and Cold Chisel taking to the famed muster stage. This year the festival will be a homegrown celebration, and held Friday, October 1 and Saturday, October 2. Taking to the main stage will be The Angels and John Williamson, as well as Busby Marou, Troy Cassar-Daley, Shannon Noll, The McClymonts, McAlister Kemp, Sara Stoner, Shane Nicholson, Felicity Urquhart, Hurricane Fall and Darlinghurst. Local and up and coming artists are also an attraction, with the muster hosting back-to-back music across the weekend. Taking the crowds through from sunrise to sunset will be the Deni Bush Poets, Deni Youth Band/Deni Uke Muster, Zac and Eliza Spalding, Ruby Saltbush,

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Pete Denahy and Band, The Weeping Willows, Homegrown, Hayley Jensen, Zara Lindeman, Sammy White, Ruby Gilbert, Duncan Phillips Band, Matt Joe Gow, Danny Phegan and the Turk Tresize Band. Around the ground entertainment on offer all weekend will include whip cracking, camel rides, bull ride spectacular, bogan bingo, carnival corner, driving comp, rock climbing, wood chopping, barrel races, hay bale hustle, Brophy Bros circus and more. There’s also some new activities including Dinkum Dinosaurs, mini golf, rescue dog extravaganza animal farm, a superslide and science workshops. The Deni Ute Muster is part of the community fabric in Deniliquin, with more than 1000 local volunteers each year raising a hand to help put on the event, resulting in $100,000 being donated back to community groups. And with Muster HQ and a Muster Museum now located at the festival site on Conargo Rd, there’s even more to see when you stop by the festival gates for that iconic photo.

MUSEUM & HQ OPEN MONDAY - FRIDAY 9.00AM - 5.00PM

WEEKENDS BY APPOINTMENT 03 5881 3388 DENILIQUIN FESTIVAL SITE CONARGO ROAD WWW. DEN I UTEM USTER . C O M . A U

Muster Museum The Deni Ute Muster Museum showcases all years of history of the iconic event, starting right back where it begun. Entrance fee - gold coin donation

Muster HQ and Merchandise Stocking all your favourite Muster Merch from the famous Diamond Stickers, cattle tags,stubby holders, workshirts plus heaps more! You won’t be able to leave empty-handed. We are also stockist of Ringers Western Boots and will help you ﬁnd the perfect ﬁt.

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Iconic event’s

MUSEUM OPEN The spirit of the Deni Ute Muster can now be celebrated year-round. The Deni Ute Muster museum extends on the iconic event, with a place to visit and learn all about the town’s famous festival. The Deni Ute Muster is a two-day festival held in Deni each year that celebrates country music and outback life. It features performances from world class artists, previously hosting stars such as Keith Urban, Carrie Underwood and Cold Chisel. The event is famous of course for mustering up world record numbers of utes to the town, as well as iconic activities of rural life such as whip cracking, bull riding and driving comps.

Items on display include the contents of a history box for each year of the event, including stickers, articles, tickets, wrist bands and merchandise. Honour boards listing competition winners have also been produced, and there’s also interactive touch screens where you can go through photos from each year of the muster. The retail space space means locals and vistors can pick up some great souvenirs. Goodies include shirts, hats, vests, drink bottles and stubby holders, as well as the classic blue singlets worn at the event.

Situated at the main entrance of the festival grounds, the tourist attraction built at the start of this year gives visitors a taste of what the muster is all about. The museum tells the story of the Deni Ute Muster from its beginnings in 1999 to present day, paying tribute to of course the ute, and all history behind the festival and its attractions. At the musuem, visitors can check out an amazing collection of memorabilia.

The centrepiece of the current exhibition is a 1979 HZWB Bitza designed and built by ‘Ferrel Kev’, and now retired to the exhibition. There are also two Isuzu Wasp utes which date back to the early 1960s, and a fully operational 30ft Comet windmill, which acts as tourism attraction giving a great photo in golden hour and educational tool. You can also grab a snap of the famous entrance gates while you’re there.

A library has been created containing magazines and newspapers which featured the muster, books about the Deni Ute Muster, and even books on the artists who have performed at the event.

Chat to the staff to learn all about the famous festival. The museum is open Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm. Weekends are by appointment, by calling (03) 5881 3388. What’s On Winter 2021 9

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Win a Glamping experience Nestled on the banks of the Edward River (Kolety) in Deniliquin you’ll find some pretty incredible glamping tents (no wonder they don’t call it camping!). And the best bit? We’re giving away a two-night stay to one lucky winner! For your chance to win, send @visitdeni a direct message on Instagram or Facebook and tell us your favourite camping memory. Terms & Conditions apply, visit www.visitdeni.com.au for full details.

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Find some peace and quiet at

WILLOUGHby’s Beach Willoughby’s BEACH Campground is the perfect place to RELAX this winter, and it’s only a stone’s throw from central Deniliquin. The campground, located in the Murray Valley Regional Park on the banks of the graceful Edward River, radiates simplicity. The unmarked sites are versatile; anyone with a tent, camper trailer, caravan, or vehicle can stay and camping is free. And the family dog is welcome too! Visitors are advised to bring their own food, drinking and cooking water. Picnic tables, barbecues and fire pits are available but toilet facilities and pottable water are not. Enter along Memorial Drive, then follow the winding dirt track through the trees and down onto the beach on your left. All you have to do is pick your spot and set up camp. Visitors can take a walk along the river, light a campfire or try their hand at fishing.

Those looking for an adrenaline hit can take their bikes out on the 12km of mountain bike trails which have entrances through Willougby’s Beach and Packenham St, Deniliquin.

From the campground, it’s an easy stroll on the sealed Beach to Beach Walk to town to grab a coffee or lunch before making your way back to camp.

The trails are a fast and thrilling way to see the beauty of the park, and cyclists can choose from three loop tracks of medium difficulty.

Look closely for an abundance of wildlife: kangaroos, parrots and galahs can be found under the canopies all year round — don’t forget your binoculars, and watch out for flashes of green, yellow, red and pink.

Don’t have your own bike? Rent one from Deniliquin Visitor Information Centre in George St. For those aquatic-minded guests, small to medium boats and kayaks can be lowered into the river from boat ramps accessible at Willoughby’s, giving visitors a chance to meander down the river from an entirely new perspective. Pull up on the opposite bank to explore the Kolety Walking tracks, about 1.3km under river red gum forest.

Access to the walking and hiking tracks is free. A $6 per night booking fee applies to Willoughby’s Beach Campground and booking beforehand is required. Book online at www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/ camping-and-accomodation/campgrounds/ willoughbys-beach-campground or call the National Parks contact centre on 1300 072 757.

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DENI’S FRESH FOOD SPECIALIST Central

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We help you celebrate in style, locally!

Cellarbrations supports the responsible service and consumption of alcohol. Retail quantities only. No trade supplied. Prices include GST

OPEN 7 DAYS

• 2 lane drive thru bottle shop

George St, Deniliquin. Ph: (03) 5881 2344. Fax (03) 5881 4570.

• Extensive wine selection for the most discerning wine drinker • Customer friendly coolroom TRADING HOURS: Monday - Thursday 9am - 8pm Friday and Saturday 9am - 9pm Sunday 10am - 7pm

Best service and prices in town! Central Cellarbrations supports the responsible service and consumption of alcohol.

George St, Deniliquin. Ph: (03) 5881 3499. Fax (03) 5881 4570.

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Winter Camping

t Deniliquin

Napier & Charlotte Street (Next to Central IGA) Ph: (03) 5881 7134

T where applicable. Tobacco & Alcohol not sold to under 18’s.

Photo courtesy Destination NSW.

Even in the dead of winter, there’s something for everyone in the great outdoors of the Southern Riverina. From the eternal outback scenery of Hay, to the bushland greenery of the Murrumbidgee Valley National Park, the Southern Riverina offers true Australian camping at its most diverse. For novice campers, and those who want a comfortable, quiet stay, there are many established camping grounds that offer the perfect mixture of comfort and the raw outdoors. Willoughby’s Beach Campground in Deniliquin offers a rich opportunity to immerse yourself in the outdoors, without giving up access to amenities in the regional towns CBD. It’s the perfect holiday spot for young families, and first timers, with access to the stunning Beach to Beach walk, a breezy stroll that takes you along the Edward River to sandy McLean Beach. Keen fishers will find prosperous spots studded along the rivers banks, with breakfast only a cast line away. Visit the information centre for extra tips on where to find the best spots. In nearby Mathoura, the Edward River Bridge campground is bite sized tranquility. With access to the Gulpa Creek Walk, and close by to town, you can enjoy the bush without sacrificing comfort. Hay, to Deniliquin’s north, has the unmissable Wooloondool Campground. Huge red gums crowd the river lines, and fishing spots galore surround the site. But you can still access the lively town of Hay without strain.

Deeper south, Tocumwal offers natural beauty with a modern edge. The emerging tourist town is well known for koala sightings and novel innovation, as well as gorgeous camping spots. The Tocumwal Town Beach camping ground gives campers access to the Murray River, the huge Murray cod below its surface, and plentiful wildlife, but is merely a stone throw away from the citys centre, giving visitors the best of both worlds. Tocumwal is a hotbed of historic sites and quaint eateries, offering something to please everyone. Closer to the iconic Murrumbidgee river, Bunyip Hole Campground is just 10 minutes from the scenic town of Darlington Point. With sandy beaches, and welcoming access to the river, it’s the perfect place to both expend energy and relax. Bunyip Hole Campground is within the Murrumbidgee Valley National Park where wildlife is a constant, with emus, kangaroos, and ring tail possums sharing the area. For keen anglers, this spot is a must. There are plentiful ripe spots beyond the saltbush. For those who want to camp and fish even deeper along the tranquil green bays of the Murray and Murrumbidgee Rivers in NSW, finding a spot is easy. You can pick from more than 130 campsites along the river. What’s On Winter 2021 13

The Deniliquin & District Historical Society Museum

3 Macauley Street, Deniliquin NSW 2710.

Phone: 0428 359 297. Email: denihistoric@gmail.com

The Pioneer Tourist Park has a relaxed atmosphere and its quiet location on the Long Paddock Touring Route makes it the ideal place to enjoy a stay in Deniliquin. The park is quiet and friendly, offering spacious shady drive through powered and en-suite sites, camp sites and self contained cabins and ensuite cabins. The park welcomes caravans, camper trailers, larger RV’s and is pet friendly. Enjoy a relaxing stay on our 30 acre property, with swimming pool, spa, BBQ, fire pit and the tranquillity of our Heritage Walk through the park bushland, taking in our birdlife, wildlife and our picturesque Billlabong.

Early Australian & local history

Open Tuesday and Saturday from 10 am to 12 pm or by appointments for groups and special viewings.

LOCAL NEWS LOCAL NEWS AND INFORMATION The Deniliquin Pastoral Times and Southern Riverina News are our local newspapers in the Southern Riverina, NSW. They contain local news, events, sport and real estate. You’ll find your copy at newsagents, supermarkets and service stations in the area, or simply call into our offices for your copy. Deniliquin Pastoral Times, 230 Cressy St, Deniliquin Phone (03) 5881 2322 Southern Riverina News, 17 Pinnuck St, Finley Phone (03) 5883 1033 WE’RE ALSO ONLINE

167 Cobb Highway, Deniliquin | Ph (03) 5881 5066. www.pioneertouristpark.com.au |

For the latest news and photos, jump on our websites or find us on Facebook. www.denipt.com.au, www.southernriverinanews.com.au

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Explore Deniliquin’s

LOCAL HISTORY The Deniliquin and District Historical Society Museum displays some of their oldest treasures, in the freshest ways. The society intricately explores the rich and complex history of Deniliquin, with an original and authentic flair that will help even the most reluctant of tourists feel at home. When you drop in to Macauley St museum, you never know what to expect. You may even catch an eyeful of some old bloomers. Yes, on purpose. The ladies of the historical society have been known to dress up in historical clothing to welcome tourists. “Doris (a historical society member) started dressing up because she had some old fashioned bloomers, that belonged to her grandmother,” secretary Meg Christian said. “The people on the tours always get a good laugh out of it. “Jan (another member) struggles to find old clothes she can use for that purpose— I think one of the photos we took of her, the cap she had on was a shower cap really, because she couldn’t find a genuine cap!” Ms Christian said the costumes don’t always make an appearance, but members always welcome their guests with genuine enthusiasm and an open mind. Often if you visit, you will be invited to sit down and enjoy a cup of tea with society members, many of whom lived through the events on display throughout the museum. “We have a core group of volunteers that are always there,” Ms Christian said.

“It’s the friendliness of the volunteers that makes people come back. “When visitors come in, they are always welcomed, they are shown around, and if they have any particular interests, we point them out to what’s specific to them. “Most of our members are elderly, and some of them have lived in Deniliquin all their lives. “So they have a lot of history just in their headsif you’re interested to sit down and have a chat. Visitors are always invited to sit down with us for our cup of tea about 11am. The museum has an enormous and well cared for collection, with a large variation in scope. With such a large amount of information on everything ‘Deni’, there is something for everybody— from history buffs to farming enthusiasts. “Some people are into trains, or planes, and we have a lot of photos. We’ve also restored the original railway station awning. “We often find photos to do with whatever they’re interested in. “They might be interested in having a look at what we have from the old police station, including a door from the old jail on display. “We have a lot of old shearing memorabilia, a lot of clippers, and all sorts of old tools and equipment. “Many come here for family history, looking for information for a relative from the past. “The thing that impresses people is the scope of what we have here. “There are so many different rooms with different things, and we just have so many things on display— we cover the social history of Deniliquin and beyond.” The building alone is something to behold. The open faced museum is tasteful and an insight into riverside elegance. With a rose studded garden crawling beside the footpath, the site is classically beautiful. After exploring the museum, Deniliquin’s eateries and cafés are a perfect treat. The Deniliquin and District Historical Society Museum is open on Tuesdays and Saturdays from 10am to noon. Other times and group bookings are by appointment. Call 0408 454 948. What’s On Winter 2021 15

GOLFER’S PARADISE

Deniliquin Golf Club is on the edge of Murray Valley Regional Park, but just a stone’s throw from the centre of town. With 18 carefully manicured fairways meandering around the waterways and forests it is one of Australia’s most natural and beautiful golf settings.

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SAME DAY PLAY

Ring the pro shop on (03) 5881 3333 and to discuss your playing time (you can usually get a game that same day)

DRIVING RANGE BALL HIRE 25 BALLS $5 50 BALLS $10 100 BALLS $15

• FRIDAY NIGHT FUN

Meat raffles – Ticket sales from 6pm. Draws start 7.30pm Meals available – Bookings preferred on (03) 5881 1325

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Regular events every week. Visitors welcome – phone the pro shop on (03) 5881 3333 to book your tee time, or bookings via Our Golf

CLUBHOUSE open Wednesday to Saturday

Memorial Drive, Deniliquin

Ph: 03 5881 1325 Pro Shop: 5881 3333

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Nestled between the 9th fairway of the Deniliquin Golf Course and the Deniliquin State Forest, the Deni Golf Resort provides comfortable, affordable accommodation. With the Edward River just a short walk away, the resort offers the perfect spot for a family holiday or quiet getaway for nature lovers.

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Stay and play The Riverina has some of the best quality golf courses on the planet. You can find a course for any skill level, all in pristine natural areas. Golf courses in the Riverina are in the midst of bushland, grand open spaces, beside koala studded rivers and creeks. Many offer luxury accommodation beside the course, or nearby, so you can explore the region and the course to your heart’s content. Keep reading for a snapshot of the options available in each local government area.

Berrigan Shire The Cobram-Barooga Golf Club offers an exclusive stay and play deal, so you can experience both excellent food and a relaxing round of golf, or two. Tocumwal Golf and Bowls Club’s course spreads out over a luxurious two hectares, not far from echoes of the bush. Finley Golf Club is often referred to as the Murray’s best kept secret. With gum trees shadowing the perimeter, and the friendliest locals you have ever met, the volunteer run greens make a game something you can feel good about.

Edward River Council Deniliquin Golf Club hosts one of the most picturesque courses in the region. Enjoy the beauty of this golf course, alongside the kangaroos, kookaburras, Superb Parrots, echidna, goannas, lizards, pelicans and a host of other wildlife that abounds in this paradise of nature. With its 18 manicured fairways and true greens, Deniliquin is a shining example of Australia’s magnificent golf courses. If you’re looking for a trip

away, the Deni Golf Resort has you covered with a range of packages, built to take the stress out of finding accommodation. Its 22 units overlook the ninth fairway, and are nestled among bushland.

Murray River Enjoy the extensive coverage of the Rich River Golf Club’s Stay and Play deal. The Rich River Golf Club offers 18 holes of golf, a breakfast voucher, accommodation, and more. The Barham Golf Club will immerse you in nature, while providing you with comfortable stay and play options. The 18 hole course has unmissably manicured greens, with luxury two bedroom units available overseeing the course. The Mathoura Golf Club is situated right by the largest River Red Gum forest in the world. With an 18 hole sandscrape course, it offers an experience like no other club on the globe. The Murray Downs Golf and Country Club is an award winning 18-hole championship golf course open every day of the year, and serving bistro and café meals every day. Tee off for a lazy nine holes or an invigorating 18, and grab a drink and light snack after your round.

Murrumbidgee Council The Jerilderie Golf Club rolls over a long billabong. It’s a not for profit volunteer club, with accommodation available within a short walk. The Coleambally Golf Club offers nine holes on sandy greens, with rosellas and native wildlife What’s On Winter 2021 17

flocking the perimeter. The course is only a short drive from the Coly Club, which offers food and accommodation. The Darlington Point Sports Club has the best pub grub around, comfortable housing and a golf course as well.

Lockhart Shire The Lockhart Golf Club is a veritable centre of bustling sport. With premium 18 hole course, complete with a pine tree layout, is charming and quaint.

Hay Shire The Hay Bowling and Golf Club also features a setting and variety that makes for great golf. With a bistro, nearby accommodation and an 18 hole course, the Hay club is a worthwhile visit.

Federation Council Oaklands boasts eight brown soil greens, and wide fairways with nine holes. The Urana Golf Club offers 18 holes, sprawling a total of 5795 metres.

Moira Shire The Yarrawonga Mulwala Golf Course has a unique golfing experience, situated right between the Murray River and Lake Mulwala. It’s home to three courses, with a stellar 45 holes. You can stay and play, with a variety of onsite accommodation available.

DISCOVER Our op shops

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Have you ever heard the saying ‘everything old is new again’? At opportunity and second hand stores you’ll find fashion, homewares, furniture and more that will not only allow you to get that look you’re after, but allow you to support the communities you visit too. And every piece you pick up is sure to have a story to tell as well. Here we provide you with a list of charity shops where you can pick up a bargain during your travels around the Southern Riverina and Murray regions.

EDWard River Council Deniliquin Salvation Army Family Store 356 Cressy St, Deniliquin. Phone (03) 5881 8677. Find us on Facebook. Open weekdays 9am to 3pm, Saturdays 9am to noon. St Vincent de Paul Society Shop 64-66 Napier St, Deniliquin. Phone (03) 5881 2735. Open weekdays 10am to 2pm, Saturdays 10am to noon. Community Op Shop - Deniliquin Deniliquin Anglican Church Hall, Poictiers St, Deniliquin. Phone 0427 962 923. Find us on Facebook. Open Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9am to 4pm and a regular stall at the Deniliquin Community market, on the fourth Saturday of each month in the Deniliquin Waring Gardens. Naponda Store 226 Cressy St, Deniliquin. Phone 0427 812 761. Find us on Facebook and Instagram. Open weekdays 9.30am to 4.30pm, and Saturdays 9.30am to 12.30pm. Deniliquin Waste Depot & Community Recycling Centre Shop Hay Road, Deniliquin. Phone (03) 5898 3000. Open everyday 8.30am to 3.45pm.

Murray River Council MATHOURA Mathoura Op Shop Livingstone St, Mathoura. Open Wednesday to Saturday, 10am to noon.

Moama Murray River Tea Rooms 10 Meninya St, Moama. Phone (03) 5480 7637. Find us on Facebook and Instagram. Open Monday to Friday 8am to 3pm, Saturdays 9am to 12.30pm.

BARHAM Vinnies Barham Op Shop 37 Noorong St, Barham. Phone (03) 5453 3174. Find us on Facebook. Open Monday 10am to 3.30pm, Tuesday to Friday 10am to 4pm, Saturday 10am to noon. Hospital Auxiliary Op Shop 25-29 Noorong St, Barham. Anglican Parish of Barham Op Shop 24 Mellool St, Barham. Phone 0497 359 576. Find us on Facebook. Open Monday to Friday 10am to 2pm, Saturday 10am to 1pm.

TOOLEYBUC Bridge Keepers Cottage Op shop 60 Murray St, Tooleybuc. Open Friday and Saturday 10am to 1pm.

Old Wares 54 Jerilderie St, Jerilderie. Phone 0428 861 513. Jerilderie Second-hand Store 48 Jerilderie St, Jerilderie Open Mondays.

BERRIGAN SHIRE BERRIGAN Red Cross Opportunity Store 63-65 Chanter St, Berrigan. Phone 0408 852 523. Find us on Facebook. Open weekdays 9.30am to 3.30pm, Saturday 10am to noon.

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Finley Community Second Hand Shop 12 Endeavour St, Finley. Phone (03) 5883 3112. Find us on Facebook. Open Wednesday 9am to 1pm, Thursday 9am to 2pm, Friday 9am to 4pm, Saturday 9am to noon.

Mulwala

Finley Hospital Op Shop 179 Murray St, Finley. Open Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 4pm, Saturday 9.30am to 3.30pm.

St Andrews Uniting Church Op Shop by the Lake 33 Melbourne Rd, Mulwala. Phone 0409 950 980. Open Tuesday to Friday 9am to 4pm, Saturday 9am to noon.

TOCUMWAL Community Op-Shop Tocumwal 30 Murray St, Tocumwal. Open Monday to Saturday, 9am to 2.30pm. Hunters Haven Anglican Op Shop 18 Murray St, Tocumwal. Phone 0407 805 260. Open weekdays 9am to 4pm, Saturday 9am to 12.30pms.

Murrumbidgee Shire Jerilderie Anglican Church Second Hand Shop 44-46 Jerilderie St, Jerilderie. Phone (03) 5886 1697. Open Mondays. Vinnies Jerilderie 36 Jerilderie St, Jerilderie. Phone (03) 5886 1697. Open weekdays 9am to 4pm, Saturday 9am to noon.

Darlington Point Op Shop St Paul’s Anglican Church, Carrington St, Darlington Point. Open Tuesday and Thursday 10am to 1pm, Saturday 10am to 3pm.

Eva May Foundation 159 Melbourne St, Mulwala Phone 0428 443 809. https://evamay.org/ Open Wednesday to Friday 10am to 4pm, Saturday 10am to 2pm.

Corowa Challenge Op Shop 185 Sanger St, Corowa. Phone 02 6033 0892. Open Monday to Friday, 9am to 4pm, Saturday 9am to noon. Creations Revelations Op Shop 94 Sanger St, Corowa. Open Monday to Saturday, 10am to 3pm. Revamp Op Shop 222 Sanger St, Corowa. Phone 0408 882 874. Find us on Facebook. Open weekdays 10am to 4pm, Saturdays 9am to 12 noon. St Vincent de Paul Society Corowa 143 Sanger St, Corowa. Phone (02) 6033 2309. Open weekdays 9.30am to 4.30pm, Saturdays 9.30am to 1pm.

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HOWLONG Howlong Local Thrifty Store 43 Hawkins St, Howlong. Open Monday to Friday 10am to 4pm, Saturday 9.30am to noon.

LOCKHART SHIRE COUNCIL LOCKHART Red Cross Op Shop Lockhart 124 Green St, Lockhart. Phone 0458 857 256. Find us on Facebook. Open Monday to Friday 9.30am to 2pm. Ginge & Fluffs Secondhand Shop 126 Green St, Lockhart. Phone 0409 983 814. Find us on Facebook. Open 7 days a week from 9.30am to 5pm.

Hay SHIRE HAY Shear Outback Op Shop 411 Bank St, Hay Phone (02) 6993 4000. Open Monday to Friday 10am to 3pm. Hay Baptist Community Chest 439 Church St, Hay. Open Monday to Friday 10am to 3pm, Saturday 10am to 1.30pm.

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A huge range of products; flavoured olive oils, salad dressings, gourmet olives, dukkah, jams, relish, savoury fruit pastes, olive pate, pastas and much more. Local cheeses, smallgoods, dips and condiments. Fresh produce, eggs, and health foods. Artisan chocolates & nougat. Natural skin care products, soaps, aromatherapy candles and our range of herbal olive leaf teas.

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Stay and play… PLAYGROUNDS GUIDE Looking for something for the kids to do that won’t break the budget? Travelling around the region and need a break? We have all the Southern Riverina’s playgrounds listed below. Check out our comprehensive facilities guide at the back of this magazine.

BARHAM • Barham Lakes, East Barham

Rd • Noorong St Reserv, Riverside

Crt • Riverside Park, Murray St

Playground, 2 Golf Course Rd • Barooga Botanical Gardens, Nangunia St

BERRIGAN • Apex Park, 36-38 Chanter St • Hayes Park, Riverina Hwy

BOOLIGAL • Booligal Sports Ground

Reserve, Adelaide & Hay Sts

BUNNALOO • Bunnaloo Recreation Reserve

COLEAMBALLY • John McInnes Square, Brolga

Pl • Lions Park, Kingfisher Ave

CONARGO • Bills Park, Conargo-Deniliquin

• Morundah Park, Browley St

St • Memorial Park, Pearce St • Howlong Skate Park, 119

Hawkins St • Lowe Square, Hawkins St • Howlong Recreation Reserve, 120 Hawkins St • Oolong Park, Hawkins St

JERILDERIE

• Bangerang Park, 100 Edward

St • Beryl Drive Park, Beryl Dr • Corowa Skatepark, John St • RSL Park, Betterment Parade • Morris Park, Hume St • Rowers Park, Bridge Rd • Sutcliffe Park, Guys St

DENILIQUIN • Waring Gardens,

Cressy St • Scotts Park (The Rocket Park),

Russell St • Deniliquin RSL Club Park, Duncan St • McFaull Park, Civic Pl • Memorial Park, Memorial Dr • R J Edward Park, Victoria St

FINLEY • Diggers Park, Cnr Dawe

Avenue & Donaldson St • Railway Park, Finley • Finley Showgrounds, Newell

Hwy • Memorial Park, Berrigan Rd • Mary Lawson Way Side Rest,

Newell Hwy • Skate Park & Canoe Tree,

Denison St • Finley Foundry Park, Murray St— COMING SOON!

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MULWALA • Apex Park, Pool Ave • Purtle Park Adventure

Playground, 50 Melbourne St • Kyffins Reserve, Spring Dr • Owens Bridge Park,

Melbourne St

MURRAY DOWNS • Murray Downs Playground,

Murray Downs Dr

OAKLANDS • Oaklands Recreation Reserve,

Patey St

• Luke Park, Powell St • Elliott Park, 2 Newell Hwy • Memorial Park, 23 Jerilderie St

• Coronation Park, Milthorpe St • Couglan Park, Milthorpe St

KORALEIGH

PLEASANT HILLS

• Koraleigh Recreation Reserve,

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LOCKHART • Green St Water Tower, 67

• Pleasant Hills Park, Ryan St

RAND • Memorial Park, Kindra St

Green St • Walter Day Park, Urana St • Galore Hill Scenic Reserve

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• Foreshore Park, Deniliquin Rd

• Mathoura Visitor & Business

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• Hay Park, Moppett St • Lions Park, Lachlan St • Pocock Park, Russell St • Hay Skate Park, Brunker

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BAROOGA • Barooga Adventure

Waring Gardens, Harrison Street, Deniliquin.

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Centre, Cobb Hwy, • Mathoura Skate Park, Corner of Morris & Mathoura Sts • Soldiers Memorial Gardens, Livingstone St • Memorial Park, Lawrence St • Harry McCormick Reserve, Moama St • Mathoura Recreation Reserve, Morris St • Picnic Point Reserve, Picnic Point Rd

MAYRUNG • Mayrung Hall, 1956 Mayrung

MOAMA • Moama Adventure, Playground

Perricoota Rd • Moama Apex Park, Cnr Blair & Francis Sts • Moama Brian Sharp Reserve, Kildare Ave • Moama Kerabee Soundshell, Blair St • Cnr of Cobb Hwy & Meninya St • Moama Lions Park, Meninya St

MOULAMEIN • Moulamein Howard Park,

Morago St • Moulamein South Recreation

Reserve, Moulamein Rd

• Coronation Park, 107 Urana St

TOCUMWAL & Anzac Avenue • Library Park, 57-67 Deniliquin

TOOLEYBUC • Tooleybuc Mensforth Park, • Murray St • Tooleybuc Recreation Reserve,

Lockhart Rd

URANA • MacKnight Park, Anna St • Urana Aquatic Centre,

Federation Way

WAKOOL • Wakool Playground Park,

LaPerouse St

WANGANELLA • Wanganella Park, Cobb Hwy

WOMBOOTA • Womboota Hall , Moira St

YERONG CREEK • Stan Galvin Park, Plunkett St • Yerong Creek Camping Area,

Plunkett St

From farm to provedore The Rich Glen Estate came in to being in the late 1990s, when Franc Vodusek and his son Damien planted 36,000 olive trees across the family’s two properties near Yarrawonga. On Rich Fields and Glen Loth, the family olive grove made way for Rich Glen Olive Estate — a working farm where olive oil and by products are made, and where you can tour the farm and enjoy a lovely meal in the farmgate cafe.

The shop was ‘‘bursting at the seams’’ by the time

The family started with olive oils, and Daimein’s wife Rosalind added her five generations of farming knowledge and her magic for making premium products for the home, pantry, and bathroom.

the main street of Yarrawonga.

The 36,000 olive trees and 100 avocado trees thriving at Rich Glen today provide the primary ingredients for Rosalind’s creations — including allnatural, preservative-free skin care, soaps, cleaning products, candles and baby care, all naturally and carefully scented to make your home smell fantastic. There are 150 products in the range including the famed Rich Glen Estate extra virgin olive oil, salad dressings, olives, sauces, condiments and pasta, or they can treat themselves to something extra special. Dukkahs, relishes and tapenades, and olive leaf teas are just a few of their premium table products. Rich Glen started small with products originally sold from a shop in the kids’ bedrooms to relatives who visited.

the farmgate on the Murray River Highway 7km west of Yarrawonga opened in 2012. And now the products are more readily available in

At RG Provedore — at Shop 3, 137 Belmore St Yarrawonga — you can sample the salad dressings, flavoured olive oils, dukkahs, sauces, condiments, olives, pasta, cordials, olive leaf teas and the gourmet provedore offering. You can also experience the benefits and beautiful scents of that diverse range of beauty and skin care products, aromatherapy cleaning products, olive oil candles and baby care. RG Provedore is generally open 9am to 4.30pm Monday to Friday and 9am to 3pm on Saturdays, 10am to 3pm Sundays and closed on public holidays. Hours may vary due to COVID-19. For information on visiting the farmgate — where farm tours are usually available, visit www. richglenoliveoil.com, facebook @richglenoliveoil or call (03) 5743 3776. What’s On Winter 2021 25

Reconnect in River Country A world of fresh air, national parks, beautiful rivers and red gums, bike and walking trails, golf and camping.

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Visit and explore

river country Beautifully framed by waterways and native bushland, Murray River Council is home to a vibrant mix of riverside communities where relaxed country living and modern-day indulgence collide. Known as River Country, you can step off the beaten track and unearth an exhilarating world of award-winning wineries, restaurants, coffee shops, golf courses, artisan stores, clubs, touring routes, cycling trails, walking tracks and homegrown festivals in the Murray River Council region. Discover a more relaxed rhythm of life with morning bushwalks, river swims, evening sunsets and campfires. The locals have put together a series of suggested itineraries for visitors to ensure they get a taste of what the region has to offer, which includes the Wakool Murray Trail. Beginning in the Riverina’s oldest town, Moulamein, this trail follows the Edward River west to Kyalite before winding south through Tooleybuc and Koraleigh, and then following the Murray River to Murray Downs outside Swan Hill. Covering a distance of 147km, the driving time is just under two hours. But leave yourself a full day to explore the attractions at each stop.

Morning in Moulamein Start your adventure with coffee and cake at the Moulamein Art Gallery, which is open Thursdays and Fridays, or by appointment. There’s always something interesting in the gallery, which features art and craft from local artists. From there, it’s just a minute’s stroll to the old Moulamein Wharf and nearby restored courthouse, where you can see and read about Moulamein’s vital role in the establishment of river trade across the entire Riverina region.

Kyalite – two huge drawcards Head west on the Kyalite Rd for about 40 minutes, and you’re in the small town of Kyalite — where the

Edward River meets the Wakool River, just a couple of kilometres from the Murray. Kyalite, known as Wakool Crossing until 1927, has been a popular draw card for years due to two things: the pub and the fish. The Kyalite pub is a local watering hole, community centre, general store and museum. Stop by for supplies and enjoy a chat with the locals. If you left your fishing gear at home, supplies are available for purchase here too. Many people will declare, hand on heart, that the very best fishing anywhere in River Country is right here. Ask around for tips on where they’re biting, and head out for a few glorious hours at the water’s edge.

Tooleybuc and the timber truss Head south on Yanga Way and you’ll be in Tooleybuc in 15 minutes. Pop by the Tooleybuc Sports Club to see the Giant Mallee Root (the biggest stump in NSW and second largest in the world according to the Guinness World Records), and learn all about the rare and endangered Dinosaur Ant. The Tooleybuc Bridge crossing the Murray River to Victoria is also worth a visit. It’s a timber truss and steel lift-span bridge of technical significance for its sophisticated design and construction. It is still in operation.

Koraleigh lunch break It’s less than 20 minutes to Koraleigh, following the Murray south towards Nyah. About half-way there, look out for a sign to the Koraleigh Ring Tree on the right-hand side of the road. Part of the ancient customs of the Wadi Wadi people of the area, rings are formed by binding and training branches to grow in a ring shape over time. Ring trees marked boundaries and other important sites. This rare example is a large tree standing 10m from the road.

Photo courtesy @visitrivercountry

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In Koraleigh, stop off at the General Store for a massive, unforgettable burger. You may never eat again.

Ferry across the Murray From Koraleigh head south to Speewa and take the ferry across back into Victoria. The Speewa Ferry is one of only two cable ferries to cross the Murray River between New South Wales and Victoria. The ferry operates daily although times can vary on different days. Check with NSW Roads and Maritime Services for operating hours.

Murray Downs golf Work off some of those carbed-up kilojoules with a round of golf at one of Australia’s most spectacular courses. The Murray Downs Golf and Country Club is an award winning 18-hole championship golf course open every day of the year, and serving bistro and café meals every day. Tee off for a lazy nine holes or an invigorating 18, and grab a drink and light snack after your round. If golf isn’t your thing, Swan Hill is just 15 minutes away, and features the impressive Swan Hill Regional Art Gallery as well as the famous Pioneer Settlement, which is a favourite for kids.

Continue your journey If you’re keen to continue exploring River Country, take the Murray Meander Trail alongside the river southeast to Barham. If you follow the trail in reverse order and finish up in Moulamein, keep heading through the heart of the Riverina east on the Edward River Trail to Mathoura and Picnic Point.

• Personalised Horse/Motorised Cart Tours • Guaranteed Close up Encounters • For something a little more exciting try our Behind The Scenes/Wild Encounters Altina Wildlife Park is located on the Sturt Highway outside Darlington Point, approximately 40mins drive from Griﬃth or 1.5 hour drive from Wagga Wagga. Spots ﬁll up fast so be sure to book for your experience of a lifetime. Avoid disappointment and book your spot on

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Wildlife safari in the Riverina Hear the roar of the mighty lions, catch some swinging monkeys, check out some cheeky hyenas, watch in awe of the big rhinos, witness baby wildlife, and delight in seeing some aussie favourites like the wombat and Tassie devil. These are just some of the wonderful experiences to be had at Altina Wildlife Park, where you can enjoy a family day out amongst the wildlife.

Cradled amongst the majestic River Red Gums, you animal species such as parrots, emus, birds of prey,

It’s easy to spend a whole day in the park, with a cafeteria and barbecue facilities available for the lunch break.

Altina is set on a 207 hectare bush property on the banks of the Murrumbidgee River at Darlington Point.

kangaroos and goannas, offering an encounter like

And make sure to stop by the shop for a souvenir.

It is home to a diverse and amazing range of animals, including some of Africa’s greats including the African lion, white rhino and giraffe, as well as crocodiles, capybaras, ring-tailed lemurs, camels, buffalo, bison, servals, ostriches, red pandas, maned wolves, antelopes and zebras.

controlled tours allow animals to remain relaxed

The zoo sets itself apart from others with its unique and intimate tours, that provide a chance to see animals up close and in action, with feeding and health checks often performed while on tour. Charioted by personalised horse drawn carts, you can make your way around the park in style and comfort, while viewing the animals in this unique experience.

can also observe many splendid native bird and

no other. Led by knowledgeable and entertaining guides, the and stress free, aligning as close as possible with their natural habitat encouraging natural animal behaviour. The park’s open layout allows the animals to feel free, being able to see approximately 1km in every direction, as well as being able to see neighbouring species next to their own enclosures. For something a little more exciting, try the behind the scenes tours where you feed and have the ultimate close up encounter with your chosen animals— whether you want to pat a rhino, feed a lion or get cosy with some meerkats. What’s On Winter 2021 29

Operating tours since 2004, Altina Wildlife Park was established by Griffith-based couple, Gino and Gloria Altin, inspired by their love of animals and extensive travel trips to game reserves and zoos in Botswana, Zimbabwe, South Africa and Zambia. Through the support of generous businesses and visitors, Altina has assisted in conservation efforts with many species within Australasia, as well as others animals on the boundary of extinction worldwide. Some of Altina’s successful achievements are with the programs involving maned wolves, African wild dogs, scimitar horned oryx, addax antelope, przewalski horses, hog deer and the southern white rhino. Altina Wildlife Park is located at 14432 Sturt Highway, Darlington Point. Bookings are essential, by calling 0412 060 342.

The Rock Nature Reserve - Kengal Aboriginal Place

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The Jindera Museum, 15kms north of Albury, is one of the best in regional Australia.

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Visit our Tea Rooms for light lunches and scrumptious sweets every Sunday from 11am.

Victorian-era shop and residence, and nationally signiﬁcant machinery collection.

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Get your art fix in

LOCKHART

A centre of bright, colourful art, and dogged country resilience, Lockhart is not your average regional town. It’s the urban centre of one of the most agriculturally fruitful regions in the nation. Cropping farmers, drovers and milkers visit the town for supplies, cotton sleeves coated with dust. Every second car on the street is a ute with a flat tray and a Kelpie tied to the back. It’s known as ‘the Verandah Town’ because of the classically designed buildings throughout. But this Riverina gem brings also something new to the table. It’s a bustling centre of the arts. Lockhart is well known for its October ‘Spirit of the Land’ festival, but art is on display in the town yearround. When wandering down the main street, you will find more than 400 images etched right into the pavement, depicting life in Lockhart. It’s a literal step back in to the past. A huge painted water tower is the central focus of town. The mural captures the stinging blue sky and unique landscape of Lockhart, alongside just some of the native animals that live in the area.

Its introduction has been a drawcard for many new tourists to the area already, and they’ve all been blown away by the sheer scale of the artwork. Also scattered around the town are some of the best sculptures Australia wide — 20 of them and counting. The Lockhart Sculpture and Heritage Trail has a strong focus on animals and rural life. A flock of emus with finely welded feathers peck for food in the CWA park. You can see some locals bursting out of their cars to go to the town dance on Urana St. The massive and detailed ‘Australian Rain Dragon’ — which won the 2012 National Farm Art Awards — is the highlight at the edge of Brookong St. A family dog, made of slick reddish metal, calls for attention on Green St. All this, and more, is just within the shallow boundaries of town. Before, during or after the sculpture trail, take time to relax and reflect in one of Lockhart’s many quaint roadside cafes or visit the Greens Gunyah Museum and Doris Golder Wool Art Gallery. What’s On Winter 2021 31

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Relax in Finley

Finley Lake, Finley NSW. Photo courtesy Juli Davine.

Finley has never had a park in its main street before, UNTIL NOW. The Finley Foundry Park will be completed and opened this winter. The cozy park, flush with greenery, benches, places to play and rest, is due to open to the public on June 30. Huddled between two businesses, only two doors down from the iconic Finley Bakery & Patisserie in Murray St, the pocket park provides a place for community and visitors to come together. With the sun flooding in at just the right angle, the pocket park is an ideal location to catch a glimmer of winter warmth. When the winter turns wet, you can seek refuge under the spacious undercover area. Practical amenities like a water fountain and toilets will make sure you have plenty of energy

left to continue your exploration of Finley or your journey through the Southern Riverina. If you’re on your way through the town, stop to stretch the legs, and let the children let off some of that pent up energy in the state of the art mulched playground. There’s plenty of room to picnic after picking up a tasty treat at one of the nearby shops. Beautiful ornamental trees surround the perimeter, providing an element of privacy and shade. After you’ve rested at Foundry Park, the town’s sights will beckon you. Visit the calming, etheral

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Finley lake. Or, the Finley Historical Museum and Log Cabin — which offers an honest and unique insight into country Australia. If you feel hungry after your rest or play, Finley is bursting at the seams with food and drink options. The Finley Returned Soldiers Club offers meals cooked to perfection. The Finley Bakery offers everything from light snacks, to full and refreshing lunches. The Hong Loch Chinese Restaurant has a range of both novel and classic options — proving there’s truly something for everyone.

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Packed full of history

VISIT BERRIGAN The town of Berrigan is living history. It might NOT be as large as neighbouring Tocumwal and Finley, but it packs a powerful punch of atmospheric history that belies it’s small size. The Berrigan Post Office opened in 1884, and is still used today. And many of the friendly faces you may see around town could be descendants of the first settlers. The roads which carry passengers to Jerilderie and Albury follow the same dusty tracks which carried stockmen and carriages through early colonial Australia. The Berrigan Heritage walk is best way to immerse yourself in the rich and ever-present history of the town. It takes sightseers on a walking journey through 20 of Berrigan’s most historical locations.

You could complete the whole walk and spend hours investigating the intricacies of early Berrigan life, or just take a leisurely quick stroll. On your journey, you can imagine townsfolk dancing jigs along the soft Jarrah wood floorboards, drinking a pint after a rough day on the road, and perusing a shop alongside the ghosts of the past.

originally a bank, it still boasts the old safe and is more than 120 years old.

“You can go into the churches— the Anglican church in particular has beautiful stained glass windows.”

“The Soldier’s Memorial Hall is another. One half was built in 1902, the other 1927.

The walk is just the beginning of what Berrigan has to offer, with other historical elements scattered around town and fantastic leisure activities and businesses to explore.

“It’s got a Jarrah dancefloor that was very popular back in the old days. It’s got beautiful features.

Berrigan Heritage Society President, Marney Dalgliesh says there’s something for everyone along the pretty, informative walk.

“Our old banks and churches are on the walk, and our fire brigade was the first started in New South Wales, so we have a plaque commerating that.

“There’s Museum

“The Federal, the Moomalong and the Royal Hotels are on the walk.

the Berrigan Heritage itself. Because it was

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“It’s a unique and friendly town,” Mrs Dalgliesh said. Plaques will guide you on your historical journey through Berrigan or you can collect the pamphlet guide from the verandah of the Berrigan Heritage Museum, at 60 Jerilderie St, Berrigan.

Chrissie’s Book Lounge SECONDHAND BOOKS AND COFFEE SHOP OPEN 7 DAYS Allpress Coffee Large variety of teas Home baked cakes Savoury delights Secondhand books

The walls are lined with a large variety of secondhand books to browse and purchase. Come in and enjoy a piece of homemade cake or light lunch, all cooked on site. Fully airconditioned and an open ﬁre for those chilly mornings. Family friendly, with a cubby and play area. BYO alcohol is available.

44 Deniliquin St, Tocumwal • 03 5874 3363

TOCUMWAL VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE NEW LOCATION - 86 Deniliquin Road, Tocumwal

~ The gateway to both Victoria and NSW ~ Selling an array of locally made products Packages available for day trips or longer vacations History displays The only information centre within our area

Tocumwal Visitor Information Centre Website - www.gatewaynsw.com.au Email - tocumwalinfocentre@gmail.com Phone - 0447 333 114

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New WAAAF Creek Walk

Tocumwal is a bustling tourist town, with the Mighty Murray flowing through the centre. It’s also a historic goldmine. It was the host of one of the world’s largest Royal Australian Air Force airbases during World War II, training fighter pilots and launching huge bombers from their hangars. Less well known is the legacy of the Women’s Auxiliary Australian Air Force, which was formed in 1941 after substantial lobbying from women wishing to help war efforts. WAAAF members were also stationed in Tocumwal during the war, but their efforts and sacrifices sometimes go unnoticed in the history books. Tocumwal is changing all that.

The highlight of the walk is a two-dimensional trailhead sculpture depicting WAAAF servicewomen guiding a plane in the sky. As you make your way along the walk you’ll read firsthand accounts from WAAAF members and see images of servicewomen elbow deep in plane engines, and fixing intricate motors — you truly get an idea of what WAAAF servicewomen did to keep everything ticking along. The expertly designed panels and sculptures make learning a fascinating treat.

The recently constructed WAAAF Creek Walk commemorates the efforts of the women who laid down everything for their country when they were needed.

When you’ve finished your WAAAF Creek Walk, and explored the history of Australia’s first female military force, the town of Tocumwal will be ripe for exploring.

It’s a journey of interesting information, and intricate, eye catching artwork which takes a scenic trail to the Tocumwal Aerodrome, and is known for its koala sightings and beautiful flora and fauna.

If you want to keep dipping into the vast historical depths of Tocumwal, the visitor information centre not only provides rich accounts of the town’s past, but can point you in the right direction for more. What’s On Winter 2021 37

Southern Riverina Street Art Map BarHAM-KOONDROOK

Hay

• Redgum Statue Walk statues by Kevin Guilders and Angela Polglaze

• Library Mosaics

Barooga

• Chris McClelland Gallery

• Mosaics at Post Office • Foodworks Mural • Bidgee Riverside Trail Sculptures

• Barooga Botanical Gardens - Wood Carved sculpture of Indigenous Animals by Mark Rosenbrock

• Long Paddock Sculptures - ‘Langs Crossing’, ‘Murrumbidgee Landscapes’ and ‘Cobbs Wheels’ by John Wooller

• Barooga Botanical GardensMosaic poles by Kerrie Murrell

• Warakirri Murals – Hay Bridge Pylons

Berrigan • Berrigan Shire Council building

• ‘The Town That Went to War’ water towers by Matt Adante.

• The Blue Highways Gallery • Sojourn Station Art Studio.

BOOROORBAN

• Brolga metal sculptures, Sanger St

• Stuart Taylor workshop, Sloane St

HOWLONG

• Long Paddock Sculpture - ‘The Headless Horseman’ by Geoff Hocking, Black Swamp Rest

• Mural by 80 artists, Safeway, Sanger St

• Peppin Heritage Centre, George St

• Murray River mural by Tracy Hancock

• Mural, Federation Museum, Mary Street

• Yarkuwa Indigenous Knowledge Centre building

• Howlong’s Enchanted Hut, Memorial Park, Pearce St

• Sculpture Mosaic, Corowa Community Garden

FINLEY

Jerilderie

• Corowa Art Space, 100 Edward St

• Bowls Mural by Damian Mitchell, Finley Bowling Club

• Gallery 294, 294 Honour Ave

• Clydesdales Mural by Damian Mitchell, Finley Bowling Club

• Mural by Ling, Jerilderie Swimming Pool.

• Booroorban Hall, Headless Horseman panels by Marg Radeski

BOREE CREEK • ‘Last Train from Boree’ Tim Fischer tribute Scrap Metal Sculpture by Andrew Whitehead, Boree Creek Park, Drummond St • ‘Swagman and Rusty’ Scrap Metal Sculpture by Andrew Whitehead, Drummond St

Coleambally • Mosaic Wine Glass Water Tower • Brolga sculpture - town sign

CoROWA • ‘Possum, Echidna, Red Capped Robin and Golden Whistler’ mural by Kade Fielder/ Corowa High School students, Memorial Plaza of Sanger St

Deniliquin • CottonGum Gallery, Hardinge St • Deniliquin Water Tower by Cam Scales, cnr Whitelock and Russell Sts • ‘Reutilise’ by Stuart Taylor, George St • Ute Muster gates, Conargo Rd • Long Paddock Sculptures ‘Shod’ by Jonathan Leahy, George St - ‘Cut’ by Jonathan Leahy, Davidson Street Rest Area • Ute on the Pole, Charlotte St

• Bob Brooks/1951 FX Holden Mural by Damian Mitchell, Railway Park/Boomerang Motors

• Yo-thun-in-yuna mural, Murrumbidgee Shire office, 35 Jerilderie St • Wedge-Tailed Eagle mural, Jerilderie Bakery.

• Mural by Damian Mitchell, Finley Quality Meats

• Mechanics Institute Free Library mural, Powell Street

• ‘Spiderbait’ Mural by Damian Mitchell, Tuppal Hotel

• Ned Kelly sculpture, Jerilderie Bakery

• ‘Shane Crawford’ Mural, Tuppal Hotel

• Steel Wings Windmill, Luke Park

• Merino Ram Mural, Tuppal Hotel • St Joseph’s Primary School, Coree St • Laneway beside Finley Pharmacy, Murray St

• Fish and Eagle, Davidson St

Lockhart • Lockhart Water Tower Mural - Waterfall, native ﬂora and fauna by Scott Nagy and Janne Birkner (Krimsone), Green St • The Big Kangaroo and The Big Emu by Stephen Coburn • Pioneers Memorial Gateway, Lockhart Showground • Urana Street: - ‘The Eagle’ by Stuart Taylor - ‘The 9 Martyrs’ by John Wood - ‘Going to the Dance’ by Stuart Spragg - ‘My Waratah’ by Raeleen Pfeiffer - ‘Good Old Days’ by Keith Simpson

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Booligal

One Tree

Maude

Hay

Darlington Point

Coleambally Booroorban

Goodnight Tooleybuc

Moulamein

Boree Creek

Koraleigh

Lockhart Conargo

Wanganella Murray Downs Wakool

Deniliquin

Barham

Mayrung Blighty

Bunnaloo

Yerong Creek Oaklands

Finley

Pleasant Hills

Berrigan Lowesdale

Tocumwal

Mathoura

The Rock

Urana

Jerilderie

Pretty Pine

Milbrulong

Barooga

Corowa

Howlong

Mulwala Moama

Lockhart cont… - ‘Click Goes The Shears’ by Stuart Spragg, Greens Gunyah Museum • Brookong Lagoon: - Lockhart Love Locks - ‘The Mob’ by David Doyle • Green Street: - ‘Rusty Cockatoo’ by Sean Meaney - ‘Inland Pelicans’ by Bob Teasdale - Peace’ by Colin Wiese - ‘Get Around Back’ by Stuart Spragg • CWA Park, Green Street: - ‘Horse Power’ by Stuart Taylor - ‘Emu Family’ by Stuart Taylor - ‘Bonnie Dog’ by Stuart Taylor • Greens Gunyah Museum & Doris Golder Wool Art • Heritage Verandahs and Etched Pavers • ‘Australian Rain Dragon’ by Andrew Whitehead located at Lockhart’s Brookong St entrance • Pastoral Shadows of Brookong - 20 individual sculptures including ‘A Drover’s Life’ and

‘Horse and Plow’ by Stuart Spragg

LOWESDALE • ‘Shearing of the Ram’ Scrap Metal Sculpture by Andrew Whitehead, Federation Way

Mathoura • Long Paddock Sculptures ‘The Drover and Horse’ by Corey Thomas and ‘The Timber Cutters’ by Geoff Hocking, Visitors Information Centre • Mural, Mathoura Railway Station • Bert Dolan Arch by Julie Guinan, Donna McClusky & Heidi Glenn, Picnic Point • Sculpture Fence, Edward River Campground, Duggans Rd

MOAMA

THE ROCK

• Long Paddock Sculpture ‘The Barge’ by Geoff Hocking, Kerrabee Sound Shell

• Gallipoli Panels, Avenue of Honour

• ‘La Belle Helene’ by David Maughan, Moama Botanic Gardens • Moama Adventure Playround, Perricoota Rd. • Bridge Art project

MORUNDAH • ‘Toolbox & Jockey,’ by Andrew Whitehead • Tree carvings

MOULAMEIN • Moulamein Art Gallery • Mural, Service Station

• Mathoura Bra Fence

• Sandy’s Art Studio, Mosaics, 41 Brougham St

MILBRULONG

MULWALA

• ‘Milbrulong - Rosellas’ Water Tower by Scott Nagy Krimsone.

• ‘Murray Cod’ by Andrew Whitehead, Digger Loughnan Fishing Jetty

PRETTY PINE • Long Paddock Sculpture ‘Smoko’ by Geoff Hocking, Pretty Pine Hotel

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• Tootool Sculpture Park, The Rock to Lockhart Rd

Tocumwal • The Big Cod, Deniliquin Rd • Mural, March’s IGA building

URANA • ‘Not so Itsy’ the giant spider water tower by Andrew Whitehead, Federation Way • ‘Savannah Goanna’ by Andrew Whitehead, Stephen St • Metal Sheep horse, William St, • Andrew Whitehead Sculptures

WANGANELLA • Long Paddock Sculpture - ‘The Headless Horseman’ by Geoff Hocking, Black Swamp Rest • Peppin Merino Memorial

Stay and play… ACCOMMODATION GUIDE DENILIQUIN

DENILIQUIN

CENTRAL Modern 2 bedroom Unit

DENILIQUIN GOLF LEISURE RESORT

DENILIQUIN MOTEL

www.airbnb.com.au/rooms/28313362

1 Golf Club Road, Deniliquin. Reservations: (03) 5881 3835. www.denigolﬂeisure.com.au

Cnr Crispe & Wick Streets, Deniliquin. Ph (03) 5881 1820. Email denimotel@bigpond.com www.denimotel.com.au.

Nestled between the 9th fairway of the golf course and the State Forest, with the Edward River just a short walk away. The perfect spot for a golf lovers, family holiday or quiet getaway for nature lovers.

Close to the RSL, Golf and Bowling clubs. Spacious modern rooms. Inground pool. Wifi/ Foxtel. Seniors Card Discounts. You’re guaranteed a fantastic stay at this great budget motel, where the price is right and so is the quality.

New and modern self contained home with all the essentials you might need for a comfy stay. Only a stones throw from the shopping precinct, supermarket, restaurants, pubs, takeaway, bottle shops and other conveniences. A short walk to McLean Beach. Private lockup garage. DENILIQUIN

EDWARD RIVER HOUSEBOATS Neil Goudie 0427 842 123. www.edwardriverhouseboats.com.au

Sit back, relax enjoy the ever-changing landscapes and local wildlife. Our spacious quality houseboats sleeps 6 to 8 people and comes with all the comfortable modern features you expect from a home away from home… DENILIQUIN

DENILIQUIN

MCLEAN BEACH HOLIDAY PARK

PIONEER TOURIST PARK

1 Butler St, Deniliquin. Ph (03) 5881 2448. E: info@mcleanbeach.com.au www.mcleanbeach.com.au

167 Cobb Hwy, Deniliquin. www.pioneertouristpark.com.au Ph (03) 5881 5066. E: reception@pioneertouristpark.com.au

Listen to the abundant bird-life as you rest in the shade of our tranquil bush setting opposite McLean Beach. Glamping tents, villas, cabins, powered sites. FINLEY

Quiet and friendly, offering spacious shady drive through powered and en-suite sites, camp sites and self contained cabins and ensuite cabins. The park welcomes caravans, camper trailers, larger RV’s and is pet friendly. FINLEY

DENILIQUIN COUNTRY CLUB MOTOR INN

FINLEY LAKE CARAVAN PARK

The Finley Palm Motor Inn

68-72 Crispe St, Deniliquin. Ph (03) 5881 5299. www.countryclubdeni.com.au

1-19 Murray St, Finley. Ph (03) 5883 1170. https://finleycaravanpark.godaddysites.com.

Cnr Murray St & Berrigan Rd, Finley. Ph (03) 5883 2077. www.finleypalmmotorinn.com.au

Affordable units with smart TV’s WiFi, electric blankets, fridge, microwave, tea/coffee and air-conditioned. Adjacent the RSL and Bowling Clubs.

Direct access to the lake for fishing, kayaks, sailing, next to swimming pool, 500m from bowling club and easy walking distance to town. Large camp kitchen, winter camp fire. Powered and drive thru sites and ensuite cabins. JERILDERIE

Providing an ideal mix of value, comfort and convenience, it offers a family-friendly setting with an array of amenities. Modern ground floor units, ample parking and inverter air conditioner. Rest in Finley. TOCUMWAL

Want this space? Advertise your business in the next edition of Southern Riverina What’s On Stay and Play Accommodation Guide. Contact Leesa Muir, phone (03) 5881 2322 or email whatson@denipt.com.au

JERILDERIE MOTOR INN

THOMAS LODGE MOTEL

4 Jerilderie St, Jerilderie. Ph (03) 5886 1360. https://www.jerilderiemotorinn.com.au/location.php.

115-117 Deniliquin St, Tocumwal. Ph (03) 5874 2344. www.thomaslodge.com.au

3-star accommodation with an indoor pool, outdoor pool, garden and bbqs and continental breakfast. Rooms are sound proof and have free parking, free wifi, room service, kitchenette, black out curtains, desk and flat screen tv. What’s On Winter 2021 40

Boutique Motel within walking distance to town and Murray River. Relax in our clean and comfortable rooms.

Visitor Info Deniliquin Visitor Information Centre & Peppin Heritage Centre 295 George Street, Deniliquin NSW 2710 Freecall: 1800 650 712 Email: info@edwardriver.nsw.gov.au Website: visitdeni.com.au

Echuca Moama Visitor Centre 2 Heygarth Street, Echuca, VIC, 3564 Freecall: 1800 804 446 Phone: (03) 5480 7555 Email: info@echucamoama.com Website: visitrivercountry.com.au

Mathoura Visitor and Business Centre 23 Moama Street (Cobb Hwy), Mathoura, NSW 2710 Phone: 1300 087 004 Website: visitrivercountry.com.au

Barham Newsagency 36 Noorong St, Barham, NSW 2732 Phone: (03) 5453 2043 Website: visitrivercountry.com.au

TOCUMWAL VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE 86 Deniliquin Road, Tocumwal NSW Phone: 0447 333 114 Email: tocumwalinfocentre@gmail.com Website: www.gatewaynsw.com.au

YARRAWONGA MULWALA VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE 1 Irvine Parade, Yarrawonga VIC 3730 Phone: (03) 5744 1989 tourism@yarrawongamulwala.nsw.gov.au Website: northofthemurray.com.au

COROWA VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE 100 Edward St, Corowa NSW 2646 Phone: (02) 6033 3221 Freecall: 1800 814 054 tourism@yarrawongamulwala.nsw.gov.au Website: northofthemurray.com.au

Barooga Visitor Information Centre 2-4 Station Street, Cobram VIC, 3644 Freecall: 1800 607 607 Email: tourism@cobrambarooga.com.au

JERILDERIE Visitor Information

ROAD TRIPS & TOURING ROUTES The Timber Cutter’s Run

River Country Trails

The Timber Cutter’s Run is a unique touring route along ancient waterways and through ethereal forests... a touring route that reveals a story of an earthquake 60,000 years ago, the Cadell Fault, the Narrows (Barmah Choke), a 50km sand ridge, the redirection of the Murray River, and the creation of the Millawa-Barmah forests— the largest stand of River Red Gum in the world. The Timber Cutter’s Run is a touring route through the central Murray Catchment of the Murray-Darling Basin from Moama to Balranald visiting Barmah, Mathoura, Deniliquin, Moulamein, and Kyalite along the way.

With a variety of towns and attractions to visit throughout your journey we invite you to discover River Country’s history, heritage, sensational food and wine through a series of touring routes. Each trail can be completed as a standalone day trip or you can link each trail to explore all of River Country at your own pace. The trails include River Forest Trail, Edward River Trail, Wakool Murray Trail, Murray Meander River Trail and Perricoota Trail. Find out more @visitrivercountry.

The Kidman Way— Backtrack to the Outback This trail starts at Jerilderie and officially ends at the near-desolate town of Barringun on the NSW/ QLD border. After leaving Jerilderie (a keystone in the Ned Kelly story), the Kidman Way heads north through the productive farming town of Coleambally, past the largest solar farm in Australia and onto Darlington Point on the Murrumbidgee River; learn about the history of the punt and bridge.

Bird Trails of the Riverina Collectively The Rock Reserve, Galore Hill, Brookong State Forest, Mundawaddery Travelling Stock Reserve & Cemetery, Milbrulong School Forest, Tootool Wetlands and Pleasant Hills are recognised as Bird Trails of the Riverina.

Discover Murray River Heritage Trail The Murray River region was a frontier in the 1800s, a place of legendary tales including explorers, bushrangers, pioneers, inventors and experiences for you to discover. Find out more @ visitrivercountry.

Long Paddock Touring Route The Long Paddock is a unique touring route, which follows the 610 kilometres of the Cobb Highway (named after the famous coach company) from Echuca/Moama on the Victorian border, through the towns of Deniliquin, Hay and Wilcannia, leading to the outback towns of Bourke, Broken Hill and White Cliffs. Interpretive panels are located at significant sites along the Cobb Highway.

Long Paddock Sculpture Drive Trail The Long Paddock boasts 11 major public artworks along the route, reflecting the heart and soul of our small rural communities. The route also showcases a series of timber sculptures, designed to pay tribute to the significant economic and social contribution of the timber industry to the region.

The Backroads Trail Take a detour off the beaten track and discover the wonder of the Backroads Trail. Meet the locals, taste the home-grown produce, sample the boutique wines and explore our rich cultural, artistic and social heritage. The trail also highlights the close ties farmers have with their land and the innovative ways in which they are working to ensure its sustainability for future generations. The Backroads Trail is located in the rural area north of the Murray River between Barham, Moama, Mathoura and Deniliquin. It’s simple to navigate and offers a true farm gate experience!

Sticky Fingers Candy Shop 63 Jerilderie Street, Jerilderie NSW 2716 Phone: 0448 878 597

Hay Visitor Information Centre 407 Moppett St, Hay NSW 2711 Phone: (02) 6993 4045 Website: www.visithay.com.au

LOCKHART SHIRE Information Centre Greens Gunyah Museum, 45 Urana St, Lockhart NSW 2656 Phone: (02) 6920 5674 Website: visitlockhartshire.com.au Moama, NSW Photo courtesy Destination NSW What’s On Winter 2021 41

Where to find… OUR FACILITIES KEY

Baby Change

Boat Ramp

Camping

Dump Point

Parking

Playground

Skate Park

BBQ

Caravan Parking

Drinking Water

Fitness Equipment

Picnic Tables

Showers

Wheelchair Access

BALLDALE Railway Park Railway St, Balldale

BARHAM Barham Lakes East Barham Rd, Barham

Noorong St Reserve Riverside Crt, Barham

Riverside Park Murray St, Barham

CALDWELL Caldwell Rest Stop Deniliquin Barham Rd, Caldwell

COLEAMBALLY John McInnes Square Brolga Place, Coleambally

Lions Park Kingfisher Ave, Coleambally

CONARGO

DAYSDALE

FINLEY

Federation Way, Daysdale

DARLINGTON POINT Forest Drive, Darlington Point

Davidson St Rest Stop 129 Davidson St, Deniliquin

Deniliquin Airport Terminal Macknight Dr, Deniliquin

Bills Park Conargo-Deniliquin Rd, Conargo

BAROOGA Barooga Adventure Playground 2 Golf Course Rd, Barooga

Deniliquin General Cemetery Cemetery Rd, Deniliquin

COREEN Coreen Recreation Ground Urana Rd, Coreen

Barooga Botanical Gardens Nangunia St, Barooga

Barooga Library 1 Golf Course Rd, Barooga

BERRIGAN Apex Park 36-38 Chanter St, Berrigan

Hayes Park Riverina Hwy, Berrigan

COROWA Bangerang Park 100 Edward St, Corowa

Skate Bowl Park 93 John St, Corowa

Railway Station 77 John St, Corowa

Oddfellows Hall 225 Short St, Corowa

BOOLIGAL Booligal Sports Ground Reserve Adelaide & Hay Sts, Booligal

RSL Park Betterment Pde, Corowa

Rowers Park 2 Bridge Rd, Corowa

Deniliquin RSL Club Park Duncan St, Deniliquin

BOREE CREEK Boree Creek Park Drummond St, Boree Creek

BUNNALOO

Finley Lake Riverina Hwy, Finley

Green St Water Tower 67 Green St, Lockhart

Rowers Park 2 Bridge Rd, Corowa

Moama Apex Park Cnr Blair & Francis Sts, Moama

Moama Brian Sharp Reserve Kildare Ave, Moama

Moama Kerabee Soundshell Blair St, Moama Memorial Park Berrigan Rd, Finley

LOWESDALE Lowesdale Rest Area Riverina Highway

Moama Cnr of Cobb Hwy & Meninya St.

Skate Park & Canoe Tree Denison St, Finley

MATHOURA HAY

McLean Beach Butler St, Deniliquin

Moama Lions Park Meninya St, Moama

Harry McCormick Reserve Moama St, Mathoura

MORUNDAH Memorial Park Lawrence St, Mathoura

Morundah Park 10 Milvain Dr, Morundah

Mathoura Recreation Reserve Morris St, Mathoura

MOULAMEIN

Hay Visitor Information Centre 407 Moppett St, Hay McFaull Park Civic Place, Deniliquin

Memorial Park Memorial Drive, Deniliquin

Peppin Heritage Centre George St, Deniliquin

R J Edward Park Victoria St, Deniliquin

Scotts Park (The Rocket Park) Russell St, Deniliquin

Lions Park Lachlan St, Hay

Sandy Point Lot 4 Lang St, Hay South

Stevens Weir Stevens Weir Rd, Brassi

Waring Gardens Cressy St, Deniliquin

Mathoura Reed Beds Bird Hide Lawrence St, Mathoura Morago St Morago St, Moulamein

Moulamein Howard Park Morago St, Moulamein

HOWLONG Lions Park River Rd, Howlong

Lowe Square 120 Hawkins St, Howlong

Howlong Arcade 45 Hawkins St, Howlong

JERILDERIE

Whitelock St Bus Terminal Whitelock St, Deniliquin

Moulamein Lake Swimming Pool Brougham St, Moulamein

Mathoura Skate Park Corner of Morris & Mathoura Sts

Luke Park, Powell St, Jerilderie

Lions Den Park 1 Edward St, Corowa

MOAMA Moama Adventure Playground Perricoota Rd, Moama

Mary Lawson Way Side Rest Newell Hwy, Finley

Memorial Park 70 Pearce St, Howlong Memorial Hall 34 Queen St, Corowa

Walter Day Park Urana St, Lockhart

Hay Park Moppett St, Hay

BOOROORBAN Booroorban Hall Cobb Hwy, Booroorban

Galore Hill Scenic Reserve 16kms north of Lockhart

Finley Showgrounds Newell Hwy, Finley

DENILIQUIN

LOCKHART

Railway Park 138-144 Murray St, Finley

Toilets

Kennedy St, Jerilderie

Bunnaloo Recreation Reserve Fitzroy St, Bunnaloo

Mathoura Visitor & Business Centre Cobb Hwy, Mathoura

Moulamein South Recreation Reserve Moulamein Rd, Moulamein

Picnic Point Reserve Picnic Point Rd, Mathoura

MULWALA Soldiers Memorial Gardens Livingstone St, Mathoura

Purtle Park 24 Melbourne St, Mulwala

Mayrung

Owen Bridges Park 107 Corowa Rd, Mulwala

Mayrung Hall 1956 Mayrung Rd, Mayrung

Apex Park 7 Pool Ave, Mulwala

Murray Downs Murray Downs Playground Murray Downs Dr, Murray Downs

Lions Park Sth Corowa River St, South Corowa

Hume Street 138 Hume St, South Corowa

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OAKLANDS Coronation Park Milthorp St,Oaklands

PLEASANT HILLS Pleasant Hills Park Ryan St, Pleasant Hills

PRETTY PINE Pretty Pine Recreation Hall Cobb Hwy, Pretty Pine

THE ROCK

Wanganella Wanganella Park Cobb Hwy, Wanganella

WOMBOOTA Womboota Hall Moira St, Womboota

YERONG CREEK Stan Galvin Park Plunkett St, Yerong Creek

Yerong Creek Camping Area Plunkett St, Yerong Creek

Coronation Park 107 Urana St, The Rock

The Rock Cemetery 67 Green St, Lockhart

The Rock Recreation Ground Victoria Park, Wilson St, The Rock

TOCUMWAL Apex Park Deniliquin St, Tocumwal

Foreshore Park Deniliquin Rd & Anzac Avenue

Library Park 57-67 Deniliquin Rd, Tocumwal

Tocumwal Town Beach Town Beach Rd, Tocumwal

TOOLEYBUC Tooleybuc Mensforth Park Murray St, Tooleybuc

Tooleybuc Recreation Reserve Lockhart Rd, Tooleybuc

URANA Macknight Park 18 Anna St, Urana

Urana Aquatic Centre Federation Way, Urana

WAKOOL Bass St Bass St, Wakool

Wakool DC Thomas Park Flinders St, Wakool

Wakool Playground Park LaPerouse St, Wakool

Wakool Recreation Reserve Dampier St, Wakool

BOAT RAMPS • Barham - Noorong St Boat Ramp • Corowa - Lone Pine Ave • Corowa - Rowers Park, 2 Bridge Rd • Corowa - Corowa Lagoon 100 Edward St, Corowa • Corowa - Lions Park Sth Corowa, River St, South Corowa • Darlington Point Darlington Point Boat Ramp, Kidman Way • Deniliquin - Benarca Bend Boat Ramp, Stevens Weir Rd • Deniliquin - Deniliquin Boat Club, Riverview Dr • Deniliquin - Harfleur St • Deniliquin - Lawson Syphon Lawson Syphon Rd • Deniliquin - McLean Beach, Butler St • Deniliquin - Riverside Caravan Park, Davidson St • Deniliquin - Sloane St • Deniliquin - Twin Rivers, Riverina Hwy • Deniliquin - Willoughbys Beach, Memorial Drive • Finley - Finley Lake, Riverina Hwy • Hay - 4 Mile Boat Ramp, Maude Rd • Hay - Sandy Point Rd Hay, Sandy Rd • Hay - Soapworks Bend Boat Ramp, Jackson Rd • Howlong - Lowe Square, 120 Hawkins St • Howlong - Memorial Park, 70 Pearce St, Howlong • Mathoura - Picnic Pt Mathoura - Murray River Picnic Point Rd • Mathoura - Swifts Creek Boat Ramp Swifts Creek Rd • Moama - 5 Mile Boat Ramp, River Rd • Moama - Unnamed Rd off Edward St • Moulamein - Town Boat Ramp McBean Place • Mulwala - Purtle Park 24 Melbourne St, • Mulwala - Owen Bridges Park, 107 Corowa Rd • Mulwala - Apex Park, 7 Pool Ave • Mulwala - Kyffins ReserveSpring Dr • Tocumwal - Tocumwal Boat Ramp (Downstream) Deniliquin Rd • Tooleybuc - Murray St, Tooleybuc • Urana - Aquatic Centre Federation Way

DUMP POINTS • Berrigan - 119 Jerilderie St • Coleambally - Kidman Way • Coleambally - Lions Park, Kingfisher Ave • Conargo - ConargoDeniliquin Rd • Corowa - Rowers Park, 2 Bridge Rd • Darlington Point - Lions Park, Sturt Hwy • Deniliquin - Davidson St Rest Stop, • 129 Davidson St • Finley - 1 Endeavour St • Hay - Dunera Way (Showgrounds Rd) • Howlong - Lowe Square, 120 Hawkins St • Jerilderie - 13-19 Jerilderie St • Lockhart - 163 Green St • Moama - Twenty Four Lane • Moulamein - Patterson St off Moulamein Rd between Tallow St & Sainsberry St • Mulwala - Purtle Park, 24 Melbourne St • The Rock - The Rock Recreation Ground, Wilson St, • Tocumwal - 17-33 Deniliquin St, behind Palms Hotel, Dirt Rd 1km • Tocumwal - Town Beach, Town Beach Rd • Urana - Aquatic Centre, Federation Way • Yerong Creek - Cole St

SKATEPARKS • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Barham - 52 Thule St Berrigan - 12 Momalong St Corowa - John St Darlington Point - Cnr Carrington & McAlister Sts Deniliquin - Cnr Edwardes St & Civic Pl Finley - 76 Denison St Hay - Cnr Lachlan & Brunker St Howlong - 119 Hawkins St Lockhart - 35 Brookong St Mathoura - Morris St Moama - Bartlett St Moulamein - 31 Morago St Tocumwal 108 Deniliquin St

FREE OUTDOOR FITNESS EQUIPMENT • Deniliquin - along the Beach to Beach walk Butler St, Macauley St, • Deniliquin - Davies Court Park Community Fitness Hub • Luke Park, 63 Jerilderie St, Jerilderie • Moama Adventure Playground, Perricoota Rd, Moama.

Southern Riverina’s

TRACKS & TRAILS BarHAM

• Barham-Koondrook Redgum Statue River Walk • The BarhamKoondrookPerricoota Walk • Gunbower Island State Forest Drive

Barooga

• Murray River Walk • Cobram-Barooga Pram Walk • Barooga Botanical Gardens

Berrigan

• Berrigan Nature Reserve Tank Paddock

Coleambally

• Walking Track/Town Walk: Brolga Place. • Forest Reserves Walking Track • Falcon Falls Walking Track

• Deniliquin Mountain Bike Trails • Wetlands Walk • Lagoon Walk • Engineering Marvels— Lawson Syphon and Stevens Weir • Edward River Canoe and Kayak Trail • Yarkuwa Indigenous Walks— Island Sanctuary • Kolety Paring Yangang Kolety Walking Tracks

Hay

• Bidgee Riverside Trail— Hay Nature Walk • Hay Town Bike Track • Hay Town Walking Track

HOWLONG

• Howlong History Trail

Jerilderie

Conargo

• Conargo Milestones Trail

• Lake Jerilderie Walk • Horgan Walk’s – Bush Tucker Trail • Ned Kelly Raid Trail • Heritage Precinct Walk

CoROWA

Lockhart

• Corowa History Trail • Corowa Wetlands and Rail Trail • Nulla Nulla Swamp & Redlands Hill Trail • Redlands Hill Reserve tracks • Corowa Central Trail • Shearing the Rams Trail

Darlington Point

• Goanna Walking Track • Willbriggie Regional Park

Deniliquin

• Historical Town Walk • Discover Deniliquin Trail • Beach To Beach Walk and Bicycle Path

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• Lockhart Sculpture and Heritage Trail • Lockhart Shire Bird Trail • Lockhart Shire Walk of Fame, Walter Day Park.

Mathoura

• Gulpa Creek Walking Trails – Forest Walks • Reed Beds Bird Hide Boardwalk • Mathoura Recreation Trails (In Town) • Gulpa Island Forest Drive • Millewa Forest Drive • Moira Forest Drive • Mathoura Heritage Trail • River Red Gum Drive (Mathoura and Moama)

• Murray River Canoe Trail • Timber Heritage Walk

MOAMA

• The Dhungala Cultural Plant Trail, • Echuca Moama Recreation Trails • Five Mile Mountain Bike Track • Echuca Moama Food & Wine Trail • Restdown Wines Wetland and Heritage Walking Trail

MOULAMEIN

• Moulamein River Walk

MULWALA

• Kyffins Reserve and the Lakeside Walking Trail

MURRAY DOWNS

• Murray Downs Track

Pleasant Hills • Pleasant Hills Nature Walk

The Rock

• Wetlands and Bird Trail • Galore Hill Scenic Reserve • Morgans Caves Loop Trail • The Saddle Loop Trail • Yerong Walking Track • The Rock Heritage Walking Trail • The Rock Nature Reserve— Kengal Aboriginal Place Walking Tracks • Hanging Rock Hill and The Yerong Nature Trail

Tocumwal

• Tocumwal Walking Track • Waaf Creek Walk

WAKOOL

• Wakool Forest Tracks

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