#Pinnaclelookout Taken by local Kali Wratten
this photo says it all!
we invite you to come, relax, unwind and indulge in the orange region.
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The flight to Orange is a cruisy 45 mins. Just as you’re finishing your onboard snack, the plane commences it’s scenic descent. Contact Rex (Regional Express Airlines) they have several flights to and from Orange to Sydney each day. Ph 13 17 13 www.rex.com.au
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WELCOME! The purpose of this little booklet is to help you gain a better understanding of the Orange region and what is on offer here. There is a lot to say so we encourage you to get inspired - what is ‘it’ that you’d love to do whilst in the Orange region ... we’re sure you will find some answers in this guide. All the up-to-date and comprehensive information on the things to see and do in the region are on the website www.visitorange.com.au – there’s also a great online itinerary builder that will help you create your ‘it’ list. You can book your accommodation through the site too.
Have fun planning! Ps don’t hesitate to call us if you need
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Riding dirt bikes with mates by local Nick Evans
True friends by local Aretha Acton
Hire a bike in Orange by local Lesley Cox
Orange winter wonderland by local Robert Crisp
Selfie in Orange by local Angelina Catterpilla
Hill Street in autumn by local Angus Mckern
Sunset from Mt Canobolas by local Marguerite Ryan
Elephant Park by local Lynda Jane
Waterfall at Federal Falls by local Haylee Dean
Hello ducks at Cook Park by local Camille Tavares
Team Penning, Canowindra by local Tracy Smith
Beautiful Gosling Creek by local Juliet Warrender
The friendly cellar door dog by local Danny Keith
Snuggling on Mt Canobolas by local Danika Archibald
A day in the
life of a local Lake Canobolas by local John Kitch
Forest fairy garden by local Sophie Brown
4th Crossing Falls, Ophir Rd by local Angus Mckern
Mt Lindsay lookout sunset by local Nick Brady
Picnicking at Long Point by local Meaghan Clyde
Lake Canobolas by local Muddy Waters
Netball practice, Anzac Park by local Shaun Dixon
Enjoying beautiful weather by local Louise Fossilo
Cook Park in autumn by local Robyn Fotos
At the farmer’s market by local John Kitch
Lots of yummy local things by local Shani Nottingham
Lake Canobolas overflow by local Muddy Man
Autumn in Orange by local Rebecca Walkom
Ophir Reserve near Orange by local Ruth Durose
Underpass at Gosling Creek by local Ronald Bowden
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Enjoying a day at the races by local Renai McArdle
Taking a dip near Gosling Creek by local Ellie Brown
Orange Miniature Railway by local Frazer Baker
Curious by local Muddy Waters
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Sunset at Gosling Creek Reserve by local Maria Kok
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Orange Eisteddfod
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City of Orange Golf Championships
Canowindra
Canowindra Show
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Eugowra Show
Cudal
Cudal Show
Molong
Meet U in Molong & Molong Show
Manildra
Manildra Show
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Veterans Golf Championships
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Australian National Field Days
Trunkey Creek
Annual Wool & Horse Festival
Carcoar
Carcoar Show
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Harness Racing - Carnival of Cups
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Neville Show & Fair
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Wine Festival (last weeks in Oct)
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Orange Dragon Boat Regatta
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Champion Dog Show
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Wool Shearing Championships & Open Day
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Motorcycling NSW Senior Long Track Championships
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Garden Ramble - Open Gardens
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Running Festival
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Millthorpe Markets
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NYE Under the Stars
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Garlic Harvest Festival
JanuaRy orange
Orange and District Picnic Races
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Australia Day Celebrations
Check the village websites to see who is hosting the Australia Day celebrations each year
FebRuaRy orange
Gnoo Blas Classic Car Festival
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Orange Running Festival
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banjo Paterson Poetry Festival
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Dressage with Altitude
Millthorpe
Munch & Meander
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Flix in the Stix
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Great Volcanic Mountain Challenge
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Blayney Show
Cumnock
Cumnock Show
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Orange Bird Sale
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Annual Veterans Golf Tournament
Mandurama
Millamolong Polo Carnival
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NSW Sheep Dog Trails
Carcoar
Art Week
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Orange Brass Band Celebration
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Orange Gold Cup (Thoroughbreds)
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Anzac Day Services
Millthorpe
Millthorpe Markets
Canowindra
Canowindra Balloon Challenge
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Canowindra@home Long Lunch
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B2B (Blayney to Bathurst) Cyclo
Molong
100 Mile Dinner
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Orange Show
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Eugowra’s Mural Weekend
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Yeoval Show
June
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Antique Fair
Carcoar
Music & Museums Day
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Quick Shear Competition
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Orange Eisteddfod
Molong
Molong Players Annual Review
Carcoar
Museum Open Day
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The Orange region is host to many fun events and activities. Here is a list of the ones that occur annually, however go to www.visitorange.com.au to find more detail on each event and also the comprehensive list of regional events that happen every now and then.
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AUTUMN Autumn in the Orange region is without a doubt the prettiest time of year. The big old trees shed their foliage in a spectacular shower of oranges and reds, no-one can truly resist the temptation of running through a big pile of leaves on the ground.
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#autumninorange by local Sam Brown
# Elephantparkorange by local Louise Fossilo
#autumninorange by local Andrew
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Guide’s Best Regional Restaurant. Now away from the daily pressure of food critics, his cooking is still in demand and he plays a key role in Orange’s food culture, which now boasts three hatted restaurants.
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WINTER Winter in the Orange region is perfect if you love rugging up and sitting by the fire with a nice glass of red. Our cool climate wines thrive here and so will you. Seek out some of our favourite winter secrets or simply enjoy a drive through the starkly beautiful landscape.
WHAT TO PACK Ugg boots Thick socks Thermals Thick coats Scarf & hat or beanie Gloves & umbrella A packet of marshmallows! ClIMaTe/RaInFall CHaRT
#winterinorange by local Don Hoskins
#duntryleagueorange By local Guy Chapman
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#lakecanobolas by local Lynda Brackenridge
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the full article.
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#vineyardorangeregion
#orangewineweek Image thanks to Wine Week
#winemakersoforange Image thanks to Taste Orange
vino chit chat
The Orange Wine Region is defined as the area above 600m in the local government areas of Orange, Cabonne and Blayney.
#cellardoorsorangeregion
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Terroir (terw채r) is the French word used to define the features of a wine growing region including its climate, geology, topography and soils which contribute to the individuality of wines produced there, our terroir consists of basalt rich, volcanic
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#orangecivictheatre By local Chris Bennetts
5 minutes with
FREYA BLACKWOOD
#amusutheatremanildra
one of our favourite locals and internationally awarded children’s book illustrators From a sunlit artist’s studio in the backyard of her home in Orange, Freya Blackwood creates intricate hand-painted illustrations for books published around the world. ‘I work for clients in Sydney, Melbourne, New York, and London at times. I can just draw it, scan it, and send it.’ Freya admits. After studying design at UTS in Sydney, Freya worked in the film industry, including years as an effects technician which included intricately painting the feet of Hobbits on the set of Lord of the Rings in New Zealand before switching to illustrating for children’s books.
#sculpturesoforangeregion
cultural chit chat A ground-breaking partnership between Orange Health Service and Orange Regional Gallery is making an extensive range of original artworks available within a health setting. The Gallery is exhibiting works from its permanent collection throughout the Orange Health Service, bringing the collection to over 200,000 people per year. Regular art tours are conducted by the curator...
A must if there is a tour on when you’re here!
‘Coming back here was instantly so much easier and also cheaper. I can comfortably live here, and doing what I do I couldn’t ever live in Sydney,’ she said. Freya has grown to love the convenience of Orange, whether it’s taking her daughter to music lessons or discovering a beautiful picnic spot near town.
‘It’s still as lovely as my childhood memories and there’s so many opportunities here.’
What makes Orange so attractive?
Go to www.visitorange.com.au to read the full article.
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SPRING
You know winter is over and spring
is coming when the blossoms burst in the CBD. It’s like the trees can’t wait to flower and the locals love it too. It’s truly a gorgeous setting at this time of year, the air is fresh and fragrant.
WHAT TO PACK Jeans Bring a tee shirt Keep your coat packed Pack your ugg boots You may still need a scarf Bring a camera – it ’s pretty! An umbrella just in case ClIMaTe/RaInFall CHaRT
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A must do! visit the begonia’s at cook park
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#heritagerosegardenorange by local Alf Manciagli
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Scan here with your QR code reader or go to www.visitorange.com.au/ wedding-and-conference for a complete guide to the venues, catering and facilities for your wedding or conference.
#vineyardweddingorange by local Seth Buchanan
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DO n I G H T lI F e
#winebarsorange
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What is ‘it’ that you like to do on a night out? Perhaps start the night at a local wine bar – then move on to a cocktail, or grab a beer at one of our great country pubs. Then enjoy some good pub grub before hitting the dance floor to bust out your moves. if you’re here with the girls or a
bucks with the guys, with friends in a group or with your partner our night life is lots of fun!
Go to www.visitorange.com.au to plan your night out
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SUMMER If you love the heat without the humidity then you’ll love summer in Orange! Gorgeous sunny days to enjoy a picnic, fishing, swimming or bush walking and then wind down with our extended twilight and amazing sunsets.
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From February to April each year the Blowes Conservatory in Cook Park displays a beautiful collection of Begonias. C W Curran is claimed to have been the first person to introduce Begonias to Orange. Later Alf Blowes, who was Mayor at the time, was instrumental in building the Conservatory in 1934.
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The Heritage Rose Garden at the Orange Botanic Gardens was commenced in 1991 by the Orange/ Central Tablelands Group of Heritage Roses in Australia Inc. and is maintained by this group. It features the largest rose species collection in NSW.
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#cyclingorangeregion Image thanks to Orange Bicycle User Group
#pinnaclelookout by local Brad Townsend
#campingcarcoardam by local Louise Fossilo
#waterskiingorangeregion by local Louise Fossilo
#horseridingorange by local Aretha Acton
#birdwatchingorange by local Muddy Waters
recreational chit chat If you are a keen ‘twitcher’ there are seven bird routes to explore in the Orange region. The comprehensive BROOD brochure shows you where you may spot one of the 200 bird species that have been recorded here. Make sure you
grab a copy, and bring your camera!
You can peddle your way around the region on over 14 road bike trails in and around Orange city. Or if you’d rather jump on your mountain bike there are currently four trails to test your skills. download the Cycle Orange Guide, for
the trail locations and strava links.
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#pinnaclelookout by local Kali Wratten
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Quiz for the car trip Q1. Millions of years ago Mt Canobolas was a? Q2. does orange grow apples or oranges? Q3. What year was the first payable gold discovered at ophir? Q4. How far is it from orange to dubbo? Q5. How many primary schools are in the orange city limits? Q6. Which of the original Wiggles grew up in orange? For answers see page 48
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The people of the Orange region have a great love for their sport. The community gets behind their local codes with passion and commitment. If you like to kick back and watch a game, come and support a local club ... or if you’re more in to the horse races or the polo visit www. visitorange.com.au for more details of the sporting events timetable in the region.
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While you’re on the website go to the BLOG and check out the list of renowned sporting names that have grown up here.
some BIG teams have been HERE TO PLAY
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#cricketorange By Steve Gosch (CWD)
#racingorangetowacpark By Steve Marshall
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5 minutes with
JASON BELMONTE World Champion Pro Bowler AND one of our favourite SPORTING locals When Jason Belmonte was a toddler his parents opened the Orange Tenpin Bowling Centre, as a result, he started rolling a ball at 18 months. ‘The only problem for me though was as an 18-month-old baby boy lifting a 4.5kg bowling ball ... it was a little hard, so I pushed the ball with two hands.’ In doing so Jason developed the famous twohanded style which he uses today. Jason was the first man ever to score 300 at a World Ten-Pin Masters, in 2005. In 2008/09 he won the Rookie of the Year and has now become just one of five people in the Professional Bowlers Association (PBA) history to have captured the Player of the Year award along with the Rookie of the Year award. With a win at the Oklahoma Open during the 2014 Summer Swing, he became the 2nd fastest pro bowler to win 10 titles (in just 80 events).
#triathlonorange By Stent Event Photography
The Orange region has many annual sporting events which you can participate in too. If you’re a mountain biker, runner, triathlete, road biker, gym enthusiast, golfer, shooter, swimmer, CrossFit crazy, tennis player or even lawn bowler we guarantee there is something for you to participate in. We’ve got all the sporting events covered on the website so go to www.visitorange.com.au for your complete guide to a sporting holiday in the Orange region.
While Jason competes all over the world he still considers Orange his ‘home’.
‘Without any doubt I will be 72 years old and still bowling in the doubles league at home. It is in my blood.’ Go to www.visitorange.com.au to read the full article. /v i s itoran ge
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5 minutes with
DR GABRIEL SHANNON an order of Australia (AM) for his services to medicine is one reason Dr Shannon is one of our favourite locals Tourists come to Orange drawn to the region’s culture of excellent food and wine, and the opportunity to experience the beauty of the four seasons. But, for Orange Health Service Staff Specialist Physician, Associate Professor Gabriel Shannon, and many others like him, the choice of fine dining is just the icing on the cake. At last count, Orange has more than 80 medical specialists and more than 50 GPs.
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The real draw cards are the chance for a much broader professional experience, and for family members to have a choice of schools and find satisfying work. ‘My father was born in Orange so we used to come up here to see my grandparents,’ he recalls. ‘I knew I’d always wanted to go to a large regional centre.’ For a medico who wanted to treat ‘the whole person’ instead of specific body parts, the best option was a move to the country. For Dr Shannon, Orange is ’a more rewarding and stimulating place and you’ve got a cohort of people you can work with, and bounce ideas off and you’re not in isolation.’
Go to www.visitorange.com.au for the full article.
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oRanGe CITy - 2013 population 40,869 Orange’s economy is diverse and growing, benefiting from recent mining and health service activities. The economy is also underpinned by the other major industries of retail, education and public administration.
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We are well-served by educational facilities with 13 primary schools within the city limits, 6 secondary schools (including 1 boarding school) and a highly regarded tertiary education base including Charles Sturt University, University of Sydney School of Rural Health plus a large TAFE campus in town.
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blayney aRea - 2013 population 7,330 The surrounding shire of Blayney has an intermodal rail terminal and road access to Sydney, Melbourne and Adelaide. Along with strategically located industrial land it presents more affordable opportunities for businesses seeking to relocate to this well connected region.
Cabonne aRea - 2013 population 13,695 Cabonne’s economy was founded on agriculture (predominantly grains), which still accounts for a large proportion of economic activity. Recently, agricultural activities have become more diverse and mining has played an increasing role, helping to drive economic growth.
ReGIon WIde The area has a diverse range of skills, knowledge and qualifications. The workforce is stable and dependable, equalling profits for business.
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ouR Gold HISToRy
Everyone loves a good ol’ gold tale! ... and this region has plenty to tell, this is where it all started back in 1851
now over 100 years on we are still trading gold. Cadia Valley Operations (CVO) is one of Australia’s largest gold mining operations and a major employer in the region. CVO offers guided surface tours of the mine for visitors. Check tour availability by visiting www.cadiavalley.com.au/tours. We encourage you to discover the rich gold heritage trail of the Orange region - hire a pan from the Orange Visitor Information Centre and fossick for yourself, download the gold trail brochures, or tour a mine.
TIP: Also visit www.goldtrails.com.au for the full REGIONAL story!
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Ophir Reserve (26kms north east of Orange) was the site of the first payable gold back in 1851 leading to australia’s first gold rush! Later discoveries of gold in nearby areas led to the establishment of Orange as a central trading centre for the gold.
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HISToRy and He RITaGe
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The birthplace of Australia’s best known poet A.B. ‘Banjo’ Paterson attracts a steady stream of visitors, both to Orange and the nearby villages such as Yeoval where Banjo spent his early years on the family farm. Owner of Yeoval’s Banjo Paterson Museum,
Alf Cantrell, believes people are searching for the colour of Banjo’s Australia when they visit Yeoval. ‘They
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could be looking for that and they certainly find it. It would not be unusual to walk out the front of here to go back to your car and for someone to be riding past on a horse … it would not be unusual at all.’ ‘We came to live in Yeoval thirty years ago. This is where Banjo Paterson lived. This is where the family property of Buckinbah was.’ says Alf.
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The museum’s displays mirror the colourful twists and turns that piece together Banjo’s life. ‘His writings did touch on an awful lot because he was a man of great adventure,’ said Alf ... who is always ready with a little known fragment of the writer’s life.
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This booklet is just one way we are reaching out to you, our new and returning visitors. We want to ensure that you get the most out of your next visit to the Orange region.
visit Orange is ONE LOCATION WITH ALL THE ANSWERS If you’re visiting family, attending an autumn wedding, exploring our marvellous food and wine venues or taking to the hills on your bike, Visit Orange has all the information you need. Where to stay, where to eat, where to relax – it’s all here. We have so much history, so many unique places and so many stories. We can’t wait to share them with you.
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Gaskill Street, Canowindra Phone 02 6344 1008 Open 7 Days, 10am to 4pm At other times refer to: www.cabonnecountry.com
blayney TouRIST and CoMMunITy InFoRMaTIon CenTRe
97 Adelaide Street, Blayney Phone 02 6368 3534 Open 7 days, 10am to 4pm (subject to availability of volunteer staff) www.blayneynsw.com.au
6369 3000
EMERGENCY CONTACTS
orange Health Service 1502 Forest Road, Orange
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orange Police Station 115-117 Byng Street, Orange
emergency call
This guide is brought to you by the resources of orange City Council, Cabonne Council, blayney Shire Council and Taste orange.
The new website www.visitorange.com.au is designed to make it easy to find what you need. You can even build your own itinerary, make bookings and much more.
IT’S THAT EASY! Designed and produced by VAADA. Published by Orange City Council. Whilst every endeavour has been made to ensure the information in this publication is correct at the time of printing, Orange City Council, publishers or their agents cannot be held responsible for any consequences resulting from mis-description, inadvertent errors or omission contained herein. Thank you to all the local photographers for their input, and a special thanks to Taste Orange, Centroc, Seth Buchanan, Simmone Vivers, Craig Fenemor, Steve Marshall and Alf Manciagli.
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The Orange Visitor Information Centre staff and the www.visitorange.com.au website are here to make it as easy as possible to plan your trip to the Orange region. Visit the website to build your own online itinerary or call one of our friendly staff who will recommend one for you.
we look forward to seeing you soon! ORANGE VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE OPEN 9am – 5pm | 7 Days Closed Christmas Day
151 Byng Street (Corner of Byng & Peisley St), Orange NSW 2800 FREE CALL 1800 069 466
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ORANGE VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE OPEN 9am – 5pm | 7 Days 151 Byng St (Corner of Byng & Peisley St), Orange NSW 2800 FREE CALL 1800 069 466 www.visitorange.com.au