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1 McGrath Picton mcgrath.com.au ex p e c t ex tra ordin a r y THE ADVENTURER villages 6 Nature • Experiences Page 07 THE COLLECTOR Shopping • Produce Markets We know that some of Page 31 you prefer jumping out of a plane at 10,000 feet rather than kicking back with a good book and a roaring fire. So we’ve done the hard work for you. THE INDULGER The question is… What Restaurants • Cafes type of explorer are Pubs & Clubs you? Entertainment Page 37
Wollondilly is a popular THE HISTORIAN destination for visitors, yet the Heritage • Museums name is often unfamiliar until THINGS TO MAKE memories stir with the mention Page 21 of more prominent features YOUR STAY EASIER such as Razorback Range and Page 45 Burragorang Valley or towns like Picton, Appin and Warragamba.
Wollondilly is surrounded by spectacular, natural beauty and rural pastures. Its 2,560 square kilometres stretch from HOW TO FIND US Yanderra in the south, Appin and Menangle in the east, Sydney Warragamba in the north with Take the M5 and follow the signs to Canberra. Take the Picton Road exit. the Nattai wilderness, Yerranderie and Burragorang Valley to the Blue Mountains west. Take the M4 and follow the signs to Penrith. Take the exit to Mulgoa Road and turn right. Follow Mulgoa Road until you approach Silverdale Road.
Illawarra Take the Princes Highway/Mount Ousley Road and follow the signs to Sydney. directory 46 Take either the Picton Road or Appin Road exits.
Train Menangle, Douglas Park, Picton, Tahmoor and Bargo Stations are located on the Southern Highlands Line. Check the CityRail website for details. map 47
3 Villages Picton Thirlmere Warragamba The Oaks Menangle Appin Tahmoor and Bargo and surrounds Oakdale, Nattai, Burragorang, Camden Park, Cawdor, Glenmore Douglas Park and Wilton Yeranderie and surrounds and Mt Hunter
Heritage is a strong drawcard with visitors Thirlmere is today home to Australia’s Warragamba is a quiet retreat nestled by The Oaks offers a great cluster of shops The village of Menangle has deep links to Settled in 1811, Appin was one of the beginning their visit to the area at the Old largest Rail Heritage collection: the side of Sydney’s iconic Warragamba and is the perfect place to stretch out the country’s agricultural heritage, being earliest villages in the colony. The rugged Picton Post Office Visitor Information Trainworks. Thirlmere Lakes National Park Dam. There is a Visitor Centre, amongst the blissful surrounds over a the home of the Macarthur Family’s beauty of Wollondilly is a feature of the Centre to collect maps, information and is a popular destination for bushwalkers picnic grounds and viewing platforms. cup of your favourite coffee. ‘Camden Park Estate’ - a ground drive between Appin and Douglas Park, local advice. The town boasts a modern and nature enthusiasts. Lakesland and The village itself is a fascinating breaking Pastoral Company – a first for through Broughton Pass and crossing the shopping centre and a vibrant collection of Mowbray Park boast many stone fruit heritage legacy of the grand post-war Oakdale is a strong stone fruit growing Australia’s agricultural beginnings. Cataract River at Broughton Pass and the main street businesses including a variety orchards and vegetable farms and is home construction era during which the area and Nattai is the gateway to the Nepean River at Menangle Weir. of gift shops, cafés, restaurants, pubs and to Mowbray Park Farmstay offering dam was built. Surrounding areas offer Burragorang Valley lookout over the The Menangle village has a 6km radius, clubs. The Picton Walking Tour offers a horse riding and accommodation on a real visitors glorious scenic drives in real Blue Mountains wilderness. with 37 listings on the State Heritage Douglas Park is a true country village chance to view a large number of heritage working farm. farmland surrounds with an abundance Inventory, along with 10 historic houses boasting St Mary’s Towers Monastery, buildings, bridges and tunnels. of deer farms, nurseries, equestrian The Burragorang Valley makes up a – an historical asset that befits the area’s one of the oldest oldest complexes of In Tahmoor, don’t miss Mermaid Pools in studs and vegetable growers prospering large portion of the World Heritage humble beginnings when it was known as heritage buildings in the Shire. Bargo Gorge and a convenient one stop in this agricultural belt on the outskirts listed Blue Mountains National Park. ‘The Cowpastures’, discovered by cows shopping centre which offers everything of the city. Access to the valley is restricted due that had escaped confines in Sydney after visitors to the area will need. to the provision of water supply for travelling with the First Fleet in 1788. Sydney. Yerranderie is a must see Menangle is an ideal place to plan an Bargo is the gateway to both the Nepean destination for nature lovers and can adventure of discovery. and Avon Dams, which be accessed by either Wombeyan offer breathtaking scenery and Caves or Oberon Stock Route Road Camden South, Cawdor, Mt Hunter picnic facilities. which is off the Goulburn / Oberon and Glenmore are mainly rural and Highway. residential locales, but if you know where to look they too can offer a few unique surprises.
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For the adventurer Wollondilly is the place to come. We offer thrills for all levels of experience including: sky diving, horse riding, mountain biking, motocross, go-kart racing and more.
If your sense of adventure is a little more serene, we offer some of Sydney’s most pristine national parks that are begging for you to explore.
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PICTON KARTING TRACK BALLOON ALOFT PICTON AH&I SOCIETY
Picton District Show – 2nd week in October. Gates open 6am daily. Saturday and Sunday Show with Saturday night Arena entertainment Go Karting is the ultimate with fireworks, 80 years and still going strong. adrenaline rush! Kart around on Balloon Aloft has been offering sunrise one of Australia’s best outdoor kart flights over the beautiful Camden Email enquiries to [email protected] tracks located in Sydney South Valley for over 35 years. All flights Picton Rodeo - 1st Saturday in January 2017. Gates open West about 1 hour from Sydney finish with a gourmet breakfast and mid-day with main events commencing at 2pm. ABCRA affiliated Airport. Champagne celebration at Rydges event. Fun for all the family. Campbelltown. Picton Swap Meet – Sunday of the long weekend in June. Check the Meeting Point: Rydges website for details. 200 Picton Road Campbelltown, 15 Old Menangle Rd, Picton 2571 Campbelltown. Picton Showground Menangle Street Picton 2571 02 4677 3330 www.balloonaloft.com.au www.pictonshow.com.au www.pkt.net.au [email protected]
NSW HARNESS RACING CLUB SYDNEY SKYDIVERS
The NSW Harness Racing Club is Australia’s premier harness Sydney’s local skydiving centre open 7 days - 55min from the racing track, located in Menangle Park. We hold over 130 Sydney CBD. meetings each year so there is always a date open for you and Tandem skydive from up to 14,000ft with magnificent views your friends to enjoy the racing action. of the Sydney coastline, Blue Mountains and city skyline. You can enjoy the races from public sports bar, restaurant or • Real time bookings book a private function, all with unobstructed views of the track and home straight. • iPhone/iPad booking app, install on your iPhone • Instant email and SMS confirmation Our function centre is available seven days a week and can • Real time availability with instant booking confirmation cater for all occasions ranging from weddings and parties to You are in good hands with the No.1 skydiving company in sports presentations, product launches, expos and breakfast Australia. Sydney’s only self contained skydiving centre. events. Our function rooms, varying from Corporate Suites to Marquees, can cater for anywhere between 30 and 340 40 years experience and over 2 million skydives. A record guests. Current function and wedding packages are available matched by no one else. on our website. Are you travelling? We offer free return transfers twice daily from our skydive shop and departure lounge in down town If you are looking to do something a little bit different for your Sydney city 7 days a week. event or if you are looking for a different way to promote your Live in Sydney? We are just a short 55min drive from Sydney. business, ask us about our race meeting sponsorship packages, Take the Picton exit from the M5 freeway and we are 500m available from just $220. on your right. 7am - 9pm 7 days Picton Road Wilton 2571 Racecourse Avenue Menangle Park 2563 02 9791 9155 02 4645 2200 www.sydneyskydivers.com.au www.nswhrc.com.au
Shimano MTB Grand Prix - Mowbray Park Farm
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Wollondilly is full of passionate locals, who have all fallen in love with the lifestyle of our region.
We’ve curated some stories that give insight How does a modern farm balance to their lives and their passion. sustainability, self-sufficiency and tradition? That is the mission for Blair Briggs of Mowbray Park.
It was a business assignment in 1986 irrigation technology. Aquaponics systems that brought Blair Briggs to Sydney. In circulate nutrients and fresh water between his native New Zealand, Blair designed fish and plants. Strategically-designed energy and water efficient irrigation ‘cluster plantings’ reduce the energy needs of systems for agriculture. Seeing room for horses during the cold. improvement in Australian practices, he crossed the Tasman to share his team’s Across the globe, people are responding advancements with the world. to Mowbray Park’s vision. Blair routinely travels to Asia to inform and educate A decade later, his roots now firmly about his work on the farm. Mowbray Park planted in Australia, Blair established an serves international tourists and regularly organic Nashi orchard in Cowra. While hosts student groups and families who his farming experience had been limited, want to reconnect with rural Australia. Blair learned what it really took to design efficient, living systems and to see them Blair also hopes to teach children where thrive. their food comes from, treating visitors to a full paddock to plate experience. With his engineering background, he was From the sheep shearing sheds to the a thinker and a problem solver. century old silos, Mowbray Park delivers a This quest for improvement was not complete snapshot of agricultural life. without its hurdles. Since the surge of European farming methods in the “Our task is to find the missing links to 1800s, Australian agricultural practices our agricultural past,” says Blair. To any have expanded and evolved. In earlier visitor, Mowbray Park’s mission is clear. times, resources were scarce and Blair and his team have become leaders in unreliable. The scale of farming we see their field. They have demonstrated that today was unimaginable. Critics say alternative agricultural options can still be that current models come at the cost of viable. efficiency and sustainability. And while the farm exudes a complex But it need not be that way. For Blair, history, the future for Mowbray Park is modern agriculture is about connecting every bit as exciting. with our past and drawing from what we know. The challenge of developing more innovative practices is one he and his team at Mowbray Park are ready to face.
“Farming is part of the solution,” says Blair. When he joined Mowbray Park in 2007, he was ready to focus on the opportunities in modern farming. Today, the farm is on the cutting edge of agriculture, with a focus on sustainability. The farm is equipped with the latest in spray
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K-Ranch Arena is the ‘Jewel in the Crown’ in the equestrian world, based at Mount Hunter in the beautiful Shire of Wollondilly.
If you love Cowboys – this is the place to come and see them at their best, from Rodeo to Campdrafting. Come along to one of our events, we have something for everyone, including a Saloon Bar, BBQs and Western Store. A day out at MOWBRAY PARK FARM HOLIDAYS K-Ranch will leave you wanting more! For more information refer to page 16. It’s all about fun at the award winning days. Mowbray Park Farm. Loads of activities only 9km from Picton which is just 1 You can visit Mowbray Park Farm hour from Sydney. for a day, overnight or a whole weekend. Mowbray Park is one of the largest agricultural tourism farms in the As well as supervised farm activities, BELGENNY FARM Sydney basin, offering everything horse and pony rides, you can swim, from day visits to farm stays and even play tennis, go canoeing, discover the Belgenny Farm is a National tourist attraction. birthday parties. It’s a great day out for wetlands area, try archery even throw a boomerang. A 5,000 acre land grant was provided to Elizabeth and the whole family. We’ve all been to zoos John Macarthur in 1805 and became known as Home and seen the exotic and the unusual but There is sheep shearing, whip Farm. this is what a real farm looks like and we cracking, hayrides, animal feeding, A unique function and event venue being Macarthur’s can show you how it all works. camp fire nights and bush dances. If leading wedding ceremony and reception venue. The As well as having a great time all visitors you’re up for it bring your mountain area has the oldest collection of agricultural buildings in to Mowbray Park Farm leave with bike, or your running shoes, our 9km Australia with surrounding idyllic rural land & gardens which a greater understanding of modern track is just one more thing to do at can accommodate up to 4,000 people. In the glassed agriculture. Mowbray Park Farm. function centre, “The Granary” area seats up to 200 and can cater for breakfasts to major events; fully licensed. The team at Mowbray Park place Professional event organisers on site, small conferences and emphasis on sustainable practices and meetings, film location, magazines, commercials, film shoots and they lead by example, making sure agricultural, technical & educational tours. the health and safety of their animals is at the forefront of everyone’s An Australiana or any themed experience can be created…at mind. This is demonstrated in its best, in this authentic environment. Mowbray Park’s Horsemanship Accommodation - Hotels, Motels, Bed & Breakfasts, provide a Camps which focuses on Natural variety of handy off-site facilities for your group. Horsemanship. This is about the Unlimited Parking available. relationship between human and Mowbray Park Farm Holidays horse. 745 Barkers Lodge Road Picton 02 4680 9243 Elizabeth Macarthur Avenue Camden 2570 These camps suit 8 – 16 year olds and [email protected] 02 4654 6800 they run each school holidays for five www.farmstayholidays.com.au www.belgennyfarm.com.au
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Robert Sloss is more than just an to meet friends and to try something avid bushwalker; he is a generous new. Robert’s and go-getting member of the Fortunately, Wollondilly is gifted with Bushwalking Wollondilly community. Whilst an abundance of tracks suitable for Checklist walking along Tahmoor’s Bridging beginners, in areas such as Appin, Bargo, Track with his dog, Rosie, Picton and Thirlmere. These tracks are 1 litre bottle of water following closely behind, he not only easy for the bushwalking novice, they are also naturally beautiful. speaks of the passion he has for Lunch bushwalking and his admiration Robert particularly recommends that for Wollondilly. beginners to bushwalking try Thirlmere A good pair of Lakes, one of the safe yet beautiful walking shoes Robert became involved in bushwalking bushwalking tracks that Wollondilly has in 1949 at the age of 13. Amongst his to offer. Pullover portfolio of achievements are mapping and leading a bushwalk from Mittagong In Robert’s eyes the vast range of to the Nattai Valley. He forged over bushwalking tracks; the Shire’s natural Raincoat 30 new bushwalks and has published 12 beauty; and relaxed rural feel are what comprehensive bushwalking guide books make Wollondilly special. First aid kit of Wollondilly and its surrounding areas. Additionally, Robert is a pioneer for the Wollondilly community, voluntarily Walking stick for giving his time to maintain the rocky ground aesthetics and accessibility of the tracks, so these bushwalks can be enjoyed by Robert Sloss’ Wollondilly’s tourists and locals. He Bushwalking guide On many of the walking tracks in Wollondilly Shire no mobile phone coverage is available. We advise that you let someone know that strongly advocates for people to take up you will be taking one of these walks. The following risks may be encountered when accessing these walking tracks and persons doing so partake at their own risk – uneven ground, slippery surfaces, insects, snakes. bushwalking for a good way to exercise,
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WIRRIMBIRRA SSAA SILVERDALE RIFLE SANCTUARY RANGE
Come along and experience native Open 9am-3.45pm daily. World class shooting range, approved for C/F and animals up close and pack a picnic R/F rifle, shotgun & pistol. Shooting to enjoy in the relaxed environment. sessions available (please book). Wirrimbirra offers a native plant Under cover, baffled firing lines, air- nursery, bushwalking trails and an conditioned clubhouse & reloading Australian Gift Shop. shed. EFTPOS available. Open Tue – Sun 9am – 4pm. 3105 Remembrance Drive Bargo 395 Avoca Road Silverdale 2752 2574 02 4653 1440 02 4684 1112 www.ssaasydney.net www.wirrimbirra.com.au
WORLD HERITAGE – NATIONAL PARKS
The National Parks and conservation reserves of Wollondilly provide spectacular scenery and settings as well as supporting a diverse range of flora and fauna. Thirlmere Lakes and Nattai National Parks are also unique features of the Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage Area.
Nattai National Park is an important part of the Warragamba Dam water supply catchment. Most access points to these national parks have basic facilities for picnics and BBQ’s, and often provide short bushwalks. Overnight hiking opportunities for experienced bushwalkers can also be found in the remoter National Parks within Wollondilly.
1300 361 967 or 02 9995 5550 nationalparks.nsw.gov.au
ROBERT SLOSS PUBLICATIONS
Robert Sloss Publications have their genesis in the three 1988 Bi- centenary 7 day celebration bushwalks, from Katoomba to Mittagong, a distance of 140km. Constant requests for maps and notes for this walk resulted in the publishing of the Ensign Barrallier Guide Book. Having been bitten by the literary bug the Author then set out to record all the known tracks in the bushwalking areas between Blaxland and Nowra. He has discovered near forgotten walks as well as creating over 18 new walks.
417 Thirlmere Way Thirlmere 2572 0428 832 344 [email protected]
BARGO DINGO K RANCH ARENA SANCTUARY
K Ranch offers modern facilities for equine sports enthusiasts across all Visitors are encouraged to come and disciplines. meet the Dingoes in a natural setting World class indoor arena, stabling for and learn more about this native 80 horses, and full facilities available for animal. For an accompanied tour hire. Visitors welcome. please contact the Dingo Sanctuary Check our Facebook page for events. to arrange your visit. 180 Monks Lane 3105A Remembrance Drive Bargo Mount Hunter 2570 0419 488 680 0419 414 104 www.dingosanctuarybargo.com.au
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A day out in Wollondilly
S• Begin your “Dilly” day with a good coffee and visit to the Wollondilly Visitor Information Centre in Picton to collect your free map, walking tours and scenic drive information.
1• Trainworks in Barbour Road, Thirlmere showcases rail exhibits dating back to 1865 with Heritage train rides available most Sundays.
2• Thirlmere Lakes is only a few minutes away from Trainworks along Barbour Road with five connecting fresh water lakes. Toilets and picnic facilities are available in both picnic areas.
3• Head south toward Tahmoor or Bargo, to grab a picnic lunch, then follow the signs to either the Nepean or Avon Dams at Bargo. At either one you can take a scenic walk across the dam wall, enjoy the beautiful gardens and n picnic facilities available. 4• Lakesland is the agricultural heart of Wollondilly. Orchards include apples, cherries, peaches and plums plus take pi more. a • At Mowbray Park or Fergusson Roads you will find r s 5 o various farmers road side stalls selling fresh produce direct to the public.
6• Mowbray Park Farmstay offers accommodation or a simple horse ride; bookings are essential at this popular venue on Barker’s Lodge Road.
7• Head to Nattai which is home to the spectacular Burragorang Lookout. There are amazing views over Lake Burragorang which supplies water to Warragamba Dam – Sydney’s drinking water.
F• The Oaks Village is home to the Wollondilly Heritage Centre & Museum located in Edward Street; this is only open on weekends and public holidays.
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Wollondilly connects you with the past. You can browse in a museum, wander through a churchyard or stroll down a quaint mainstreet lined with historic buildings. Wollondilly’s heritage is rich in stories of the first Australians; colonisation and land grants; the birth of Australian farming; the golden era of rail expansion; the tough lives of our early miners and the grand vision of our dam builders.
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All aboard at Trainworks!
The Trainworks railway museum is a great THIRLMERE FESTIVAL OF STEAM Transport heritage comes to life at the annual day out for families and kids of all ages! Thirlmere Festival of Steam, on the first Sunday of every March. There’s steam train & vintage bus rides, a huge array of market Embark on a heritage train trip every Sunday stalls, hot-rod display, vintage machinery demonstrations, carnival rides, great food, or come along any day of the week to explore musical entertainment and a grand street parade. A great day out for the whole family! the huge collection of trains and treasures PO Box 941 Picton 2571 02 4683 6800 from the NSW Railways. www.thirlmerefestivalofsteam.com
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Visit Warragamba Dam Cataract Dam Look out at Warragamba Dam and see the past and future of Sydney’s water supply. Marvel at this engineering masterpiece as it nestles in Cataract Dam is located on the filled to capacity for the first time in Cataract River, a tributary of the January 1911, it soon became clear native bushland. Delve into the history of the dam builders who laboured Nepean River, just below the junction that the spillway should be widened to create one of the world’s largest domestic water supply dams. with the Loddon River. By June 1903 to prevent any risk of floodwaters Height much of the area to be submerged had overtopping the dam wall. This work was 56 metres already been cleared of timber. completed in 1915. In 1968 a large flood Step into the future - Permanent and temporary exhibitions are Where to find us: Warragamba Dam saw the water level climb 1.5 metres showcased in the impressive Warragamba Dam Visitor Centre, which Production Avenue For the first time in Australia, pre-cast overnight reaching 75 millimetres below Length perches on a rocky outcrop high above the dam wall. Take a journey Warragamba 2752 moulded concrete blocks were used in the walkways across the wall. About 150 247 metres construction for the upstream face of million litres of water was discharged through the water cycle in the ‘Water for Life’ exhibition. Be amazed by Dam grounds: 8am to 5pm daily - Entry is free the unique ‘drops of wisdom’ interactive table. The centre’s Burragorang the dam. They were hauled to the site out of the old spillway. Room boasts sweeping views of the lake, children’s activities and video Extended hours, 8am to 6pm, on weekends and public holidays from an open factory on the banks of during daylight saving time the Loddon River. Cement and other Total capacity presentations. Friendly visitor centre staff are available to answer your 97,190 mL questions. Visitor Centre: 10am to 4pm daily - Entry is free supplies were delivered to the site by Soak up the views - There are three viewing platforms at the Phone: 02 4774 4433 steam tractors hauling trailer trains over Warragamba Dam Visitor Centre which offer excellent vistas of the rough roads from Campbelltown, about Closed on Christmas Day and Good Friday 28 kilometres away. Lake upstream dam wall and Lake Burragorang. Head down to the dam wall 2 (weekends and public holidays ONLY) for sweeping views up the lake 8.5 km and a close up view of the downstream spillway. The lake created by the The dam was completed in 1907 and dam stretches back 52 kilometres from the wall. Sydney’s other dams cost about $1.3 million. When Cataract Step back in time - Take a self-guided walk around the dam grounds Looking for a great day out? Then take a look at the dams of the and discover the history of this monumental undertaking. Interpretive Upper Nepean. signs and heritage items along the way reveal the stories behind the Cataract, Cordeaux , Avon and Nepean dams are hidden gems only 1hr dam’s construction. 20 minutes’ drive from Sydney. Completed between 1907-35, these Relax with a picnic - Relax with family and friends in the landscaped dams feed water to the 120 year old Upper Canal which carries water grounds. Throw down a rug and picnic under a shady tree or use one by gravity all the way to Prospect Water Filtration Plant in Sydney’s of our tables or shelter sheds. Drinking water and modern toilet west. The Upper Nepean dams offer the opportunity to walk across facilities are scattered throughout the grounds. Barbeque facilities the dam walls for impressive views of the lakes upstream and gorges For more information about visiting Cataract Dam, call 1300 and a children’s playground are located at the adjacent Warragamba downstream. Each of the dams have beautiful viewing areas, and offer 722 468 or go to www.waternsw.com.au Recreation Reserve managed by Wollondilly Shire Council, and picnic areas with drinking water, barbeques, play equipment and toilets. Warragamba township has cafes and shops for hot drinks and meals. Just a 30 minute drive from Penrith, or one hour from Sydney’s CBD, bring the family and escape the everyday at Warragamba Dam. Adam Hollingsworth © WaterNSW
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St Matthew’s Anglican Church The Oaks
Circa 1838 /39: Built by the families of John Wild of “Vanderville” and Major Russell of “Orthez” for their servants and families, it is constructed of local timber. Archival photos show the church to have been originally L shaped but it had to be extensively renovated in 1923 due to damage by white ants. The church was renovated again in 1983 by The Oaks Historical Society volunteers. The cemetery contains some interesting headstones, included that of First Fleeter, Henry Kable, and caskets removed from Burragorang Valley before it was flooded for the Warragamba Dam.
The Viaduct off Menangle Street Picton commenced being built in 1862 and took several years to complete. It has five 12.2 mtr arches, is 84 mtrs long with the highest point being 23.8 mtrs above the creek bed. It is now the oldest existing stone archway over water in NSW which is still in use.
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Lost to the modern world were farms, “But many things were relocated. The old church bell is now at shops, an historic church and homes were the Wollondilly Heritage Centre and Museum in The Oaks,” says Trish, who volunteers at the museum. abandoned in the 1950s to make way The museum is also home to a timber and slab cottage, a for one of the most ambitious projects replica of a typical home in the valley before the flood. in Australian history: Warragamba Dam. Today, stone remnants from the church are scattered throughout buildings in neighbouring regions. But what has Burragorang embodied classic Australiana, become of the graves? unspoiled in its isolation from greater “A lot of people forget to ask about that!” says Trish. “Many of Sydney until it was submerged in 1956. the graves and headstones were excavated. Some went to St For tourists, the valley conjures images of tin-roofed Matthews at The Oaks and some to Camden.” farmhouses, stern hills and drovers. The villages had a rustic charm untouched by the city rush. But while the pioneering spirit of the Warragamba lives on, few pause to remember the great sacrifices of the venture. Legend has it that the church doors heaved inwards as water Steadfast residents did not go down without a fight. The feat engulfed the valley. From the Burragorang lookout in Nattai, that tamed the Australian landscape also stripped countless some claim they’ve seen the church spire peeking through the families of their homes and communities. A Burragorang shallows. But while myth and mystery prevails, where does legend Valley Defence League was formed to argue the case against end and real life begin? damming the valley, but the deal had already been done.
Although most structures were destroyed, all was not lost to “In the end, property owners received poor compensation. They the deep, explains Trish Hill, President of The Oaks Historical had little security for the future,” says Trish. The air is clean, the water Society. “All evidence suggests that most of the structures, including the church, were dismantled or demolished before Opposite: Burragorang Valley, prior to flooding. the flood. Left below: Burragorang Valley today. fresh and clear. Yet deep Right below: Exhibition display at Wollondilly Heritage Museum below the city’s premier water reservoir rest the villages that Sydney forgot.
WOLLONDILLY HERITAGE CENTRE AND MUSEUM THE VALLEY OF Award winning local history Museum DISPOSSESSION featuring changing exhibitions. Covered veranda, BBQ, car/coach parking, disability access. Open 10am-4pm weekends & P/H & An exhibition dedicated to the weekdays by appointment. Closed Burragorang Valley is on permanent Good Friday & Christmas to Australia display at the Wollondilly Heritage Day. 43 Edward Street The Oaks 2570 Centre & Museum. 02 4657 1796 www.wollondillymuseum.org.au
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Do you like taking a piece of your adventure home with you?
Within Wollondilly you’ll find passionate makers of all varieties. Pick fruit fresh from the branch or browse the wares of our local artisans.
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WOLLONDILLY HARVEST
The Wollondilly Harvest Experience showcases local places of fresh food which will light up your tastebuds. Local food is important, especially produce direct from the farm or from cheese or jam makers. Hawkesbury Harvest supports the Wollondilly Harvest Experience by producing a Farm Gate Trail map and a weekly newsletter telling you what is fresh and in season. Get the Harvest Trails and Markets App free from the APP Store. It is called The Farm Gate and it is free. Visit the website for more information.
www.harvesttrailsandmarkets.com.au 0406 237 877
WILTON MARKETS TAHMOOR GARDEN CENTRE
For all your gardening needs. Large Join us under the trees in Wilton for variety of trees, shrubs and seedlings. this diverse local market. Activities for Qualified horticulturists. Open 7 kids each month, a variety of foods days. Gift shop and Le Jardin Café and great shopping to suit everyone! open 7 days.
Every 3rd Sunday of the month. 3070 Remembrance Drive Bargo 2574 4684 2000 www.tahmoorgardencentre.com.au Facebook: Wilton Markets
TAHMOOR TOWN CENTRE
Shop Business Phone 1 Wollondilly MP 4683 2622 2 Australia Post 4681 8205 3 Eyepower Optometrist 4683 1249 5/6 Subway 4683 0075 7 Macarthur Credit Union 1300 622 278 8 BWS—Beer Wine Spirits 4601 9200 9 Woolworths Supermarket 4601 9200 10 Wollondilly Quality Meats 4681 0538 11 Tahmoor Centre Bakehouse 4683 0375 12 John Tacey Chemist 4681 8713 13 Rojopelli 4681 0406 14 Michel’s Patisserie 4681 0455 15 House Warehouse 4683 3111
Cnr Remembrance Drive & Thirlmere Way Tahmoor 2573 02 4683 1386 www.tahmoortowncentre.com.au
Wilton Markets
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PICTON CREATIVE TRADERS MARKETS
Welcome to a classic country styled market! Picton Creative Traders Markets is Wollondilly’s original market showcasing unique, boutique and home-grown goods. FIRST SUNDAY MONTHLY; every market features over 50 stalls and live musicians, the Universe Gallery pop-up art space and plenty of onsite parking. Held in and around the grounds of Wollondilly Shire Hall, Picton Markets is an ever changing, always amazing meeting place - come on down for a lovely day out! 48-60 Menangle St Picton 2571 0449 851 676 Facebook: PictonMarkets Instagram: itsalovelydayout
HIPPY LUXE COLLECTABLES AT PICTON
Hippy Luxe is a crazy, colourful Collectables, treasures and old wares. eclectic palace of beautiful unusual Furniture, glassware, ceramics, jewels, clothing and treasures from lamps, designer-clothes, bric-a- around the globe. brac, jewellery, tools, gardening / An unforgettable fun architectural. Open 5 days closed experience, come and see the Tuesdays and Wednesdays. ‘Pressie Palace of Picton”.
Shop 1/165 Argyle Street 91 Argyle St Picton 2571 Picton 2571 02 4677 3933 0407 204 693 [email protected] www.hippyluxe.com.au
TIMELESS TREASURES GIFTS AND DÉCOR
Timeless Treasures Gifts and Décor offers a variety of quality giftware for all occasions. We stock a range of products from Royal Dalton, Vera Wang, Waterford, Willow Tree, Mor Products and much more. Located in Picton NSW, as soon as you enter the store, you will be greeted with a friendly welcome. Timeless Treasures has products for all occasions including religious gifts, weddings, anniversaries, birthdays and much more. Spoil yourself with stylish jewellery, bags and scarves. This store has something for everyone. Take time to browse through this beautiful store, it has endless treasures to be found.
4/72-80 Argyle Street Picton 2571 02 4677 2905 [email protected] Facebook: Timeless Treasures Gifts & Decor
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With good food and better company, the Indulger knows how to have a good time.
Enjoy some of Wollondilly’s finest produce, and if you feel like you’ve overindulged, stay the night and do it again tomorrow.
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THIRLMERE ROWING CLUB PICTON BOWLING CLUB
The ‘Thirlmere Rowing Club’ was set up to honour the nearby We have TAB / KENO facilities, barefoot bowls green with BBQ Thirlmere Lakes and ask the question, “where do the rowers go area, alfresco area along with a kids playground. We have $10 lunches now?” everyday with Frankie’s bistro open 7 days for lunch & dinner. We With no water to row in or even take a swim, the Thirlmere Rowing Club have raffles, bingo, happy hour, country & western, free entertainment was established to give everyone somewhere to relax, pay tribute and and much more every week. We have four Function/Meeting rooms remember what the Thirlmere Lakes once was. available for 5 to 200 guests. Call the Club for a function booklet. We have a hassle free Wake option also available. Take a quiet moment to reflect and raise a glass, here’s cheers to the Thirlmere Rowers. 10 Cliffe Street Picton 2571 02 4677 1578 - Find us on Facebook 3 / 135 – 139 Argyle Street Picton 2571 www.pictonbowlingclub.com.au 02 4677 3546
LE JARDIN CAFÉ WARRAGAMBA WORKERS & SPORTING CLUB
Open 7 days 9am – 3pm, serving Bar and function facilities available, made to order lunches, cakes Spillway Bistro open for lunch and and daily specials. Locally roasted dinner 7 days a week. Club opens at premium coffee, large sunny deck 11am daily, visitors welcome. Free with gift shop specialising in French entertainment every Friday night, style homewares and garden ware. Keno, TAB, Sky Channel and Fox Local art on display. Part of Tahmoor Sports. Garden Centre. 3070 Remembrance Drive Bargo 9 Eighteenth Street Warragamba 2574 2752 02 4684 2000 02 4774 1211 www.tahmoorgardencentre.com.au www.warragambaworkers.com.au
GLEN’S BAKERY CAFÉ
Glen’s Bakery Café is a small family owned business established in 1997 at The Oaks. All of our products are baked fresh daily, including our wide range of preservative free bread. We also proudly use free range eggs in all of our products in the bakery. Our handcrafted European style artisan bread is very popular as well as our wide range of cakes which are often enjoyed with a delicious cup of barista made coffee. We have recently introduced a range of Crazy shakes which are a winner for our customers with a sweet tooth. What’s better than a milkshake topped with whipped cream, Nutella, donuts, cookies and your favourite chocolates? Our customers enjoy the comfortable feel of our ‘lounge room style’ tea room, in the warm and friendly village atmosphere. High Teas available, Book now! 2165 John Street The Oaks 2570 02 4657 1566
Thirlmere Rowing Club - Picton
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A recipe by Ben Richards from Thirlmere Rowing Club
PORK BELLY Fresh herbs, chilli, peanuts
For pork belly -- Add all ingredients for the pork belly into a large pot and put onto a medium 1 side pork belly simmer with the lid half on. 4L soy sauce 100g ginger chopped -- Cook for 2-3 hours until the pork belly falls apart. 2 red chillies 50g palm sugar -- While the pork is cooking, prepare the Asian salad dressing by adding all 3 stalk lemon grass crushed ingredients in a bowl, then whisk to combine. Reserve for salad. 1 bottle shaoxing cooking wine 4L water -- Carefully take pork belly out of the liquid and shred using a pair of tongs.
For Asian salad -- Reduce some of the masterstock and add back to the pork belly. 500g bean sprouts (washed) 2 bunch coriander picked -- Strain and reserve masterstock for a later use. 2 bunch purple basil 2 bunch mint -- Mix all ingredients for the Asian Salad in a large bowl except for 2 fresh red chillies sliced finely the fried shallots. 200g roasted peanuts 100g fried shallots -- Serve pork in a large bowl with the salad with a generous helping of the fried shallots. For Asian salad dressing 200ml yuzu juice (can substitute for fresh lemon juice) best paired with a chilled glass of Pinot Gris 200ml soy sauce 100ml Mirin 100ml rice wine vinegar
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BARGO PIE SHOP PICTON VALLEY MOTEL
A weekend escape from the burdens of everyday life, a base from which Why not visit the famous Bargo pie to explore. The scene for a romantic shop and try our delicious range of country wedding or the venue for a home-made pies, pastries and coffee. highly productive conference, Picton We cater for large and small parties. Valley Motel is ideal. Open 7 days. 1665 Remembrance Drive Picton 2571 3564 Remembrance Drive Bargo 02 4677 2121 2574 www.pictonvalleymotel.com.au 0435 329 848
BARGO SPORTS CLUB TAHMOOR INN
Bargo Sports Club, formally known as Bargo Bowling Club, has been in operation since the early 1960’s and has a long history of supporting its local community. 14 room motel adjoining popular bistro with country style meals - lunch and With over 2500 members Bargo Sports Club is an active and dinner 7 days a week. Hotel offers progressive club taking pride in offering local members a first numerous bars, court yards, lounge class experience. area, bottleshop, video jukebox and Recently the club expanded facilities to include all weather large screen TVs. undercover alfresco dining space plus children’s area and open 2715 Remembrance Drive Tahmoor grass area and caters for the whole family. 2573 The Bargo Sports Club proudly supports the local community 02 4681 8505 through its ClubGRANTS program assisting Netball, AFL, www.tahmoorinn.com.au Rugby League, Little Athletics, Soccer and of course lawn bowls just to name a few. DREAMCATCHER The Bargo Grill and bistro has modern local and international LODGE cuisine styles and open 6 nights and 5 days for lunch with many weekly specials. Wollondilly has lodgings to Dreamcatcher Lodge B&B offers Just 20 min South of Picton on the Tourist Road or take a unique rural experience providing the Bargo / Avon Dam exit off the Hume. See you at Bargo suit even the most discerning a perfect venue for romance or a Sports. quality getaway. All rooms have of traveler. Check out the ensuites and double spas and a options below or give us a call self-contained 2 bedroom cottage is available. 3580 Remembrance Drive, Bargo NSW 2574 on 02 4677 8313 for more. 2330 Remembrance Drive Picton 02 4684 1222 2571 www.bargosportsclub.com.au 02 4683 3232 www.dreamcatcherlodge.com.au
TAHMOOR BAKEHOUSE PEPPER TREE RIDGE B&B
Tahmoor Bakehouse is located in Tahmoor Shopping Centre and is the ‘You’re at home with us’ is our proud motto. At Pepper Tree Ridge proud winner of the Best Bakery Business Award 2014 and finalist we cater for groups of up to six couples in either our homestead in 2015. We offer good products, good prices and provide excellent queen rooms or in our self contained unit. Originally built in 1870, service. We make all your favourite things: breads, rolls, savoury the homestead has been lovingly refurbished to cater for modern scones, pies, sausage rolls, quiches, pastries and cakes. We also have needs whilst still retaining the ambience of years gone by. Set up experience of providing large orders for sports clubs, schools and on a ridge of the historic Razorback Mountain the property lends parties. itself picturesquely for formal weddings. We provide a variety of different beverages, hot or cold. 1315 Remembrance Drive Razorback 2571 Shop 11 Tahmoor Town Centre 02 4677 3285 Corner Thirlmere Way and Remembrance Drive Tahmoor 2573 www.stonequarry.com.au 02 4683 0375
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MACARTHUR BRAHAMA KUMARIS APPIN COMPOUNDING PHARMACY ENTERTAINMENT Compounding Specialists with more than 10 years’ experience of working with doctors, specialists and vets to tailor your individual compounding The Retreat Centre is set on a needs. The team is led by owner Kwilan Ng (B.Pharm) (MPS)(JP) who is Macarthur Entertainment is 12 acre property, set within an available to assist 7 days a week. your one stop shop for all your environment of gardens and native entertainment needs. Musicians & bushland, offering meditation and With a valid prescription we can compound HRT (Bio-Identical Magicians, Children’s Entertainment personal development retreats. Hormone Replacement Therapy), Paediatrics Compounds, Veterinary & Face Painters, Wedding MCs Accommodation is comfortable twin Compounds, Pain Management, Sleep Management, Reflux Preparations, & DJ Entertainment, Corporate bedrooms with ensuite. Dermatological Preparations. We are located 15 minutes from entertainers and more. Campbelltown and 25 minutes from Wollongong; providing free delivery 150 Macarthur Drive Wilton 2571 service to local area. PO Box 311 Camden 2570 02 4630 8124 0407 763 500 www.brahmakumaris.org Shop 2 / 75 Appin Road Appin 2560 - 02 4631 1488 macarthurentertainment.com.au www.appinpharmacy.com.au
PICTON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE CLASSIC CAR HIRE & JOY RIDES
Representing businesses in Picton and the surrounding district, The Picton Chamber of Have some fun cruising the sites of Wollondilly in a Classic Car. Commerce and Industry works at local and state There is something special about riding in an MG, Morris or Jaguar and Wollondilly offers some levels to support businesses from sole traders to PICTON of the best rural roads so you can take in the experience without the distraction of busy traffic. multinational corporations. We can highly recommend a day on a Dam Tour: Cataract, Cordeaux, CHAMBER OF Our members look to provide quality service to Avon and Warragamba. you and on behalf of our members, we welcome Joy rides Start from $50. COMMERCE you to visit Wollondilly and stay awhile. Check out our web site or give us a call for more information. Argyle Street Picton NSW 2571 AND INDUSTRY INC 0412 515 537 Based in Appin. Facebook: Picton Chamber of 42 Appin Road Appin 2560 Commerce & Industry 0417 459 268 www.a-zevents.com.au
WOLLONDILLY ANGLICAN COLLEGE CAMDEN WOLLONDILLY CABS Wollondilly Anglican College endeavours to provide a disciplined, caring, learning environment where students and staff pursue excellence and lives are transformed for Christ’s glory.
• A strong, stable, Christian ethos. • A caring environment which values the individual. • High achievement in traditional academic subjects. • Excellence in teaching and learning. • Firm and fair discipline. • Development of students with high ethical standards and Your Local Taxi self-discipline. Company • A balanced and full education with emphasis on sport, music, creative and performing arts. • Development of individual student potential Anywhere - Anytime • Character and leadership development. CALL
3000 Remembrance Drive Tahmoor 2573 13 38 34 02 4684 2577 www.wac.nsw.edu.au [email protected]
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ACCOMMODATION SHOPPING
Appin Homestay B&B 120 Macquariedale Road Appin 02 4631 1072 www.appinhomestaybb.com.au Antiques, Collectables & Old Wares 95 Burragorang Road Mt Hunter 02 4654 5990 Bargo Motor Inn 3568 Remembrance Drive Bargo 02 4684 3727 Collectables at Picton 91 Argyle Street Picton 02 4677 3933 www.collectablesatpicton.com.au Creative Traders Camden Valley Inn 290 Remembrance Drive Camden 02 4655 8413 www.camdenvalleyinn.com.au 48 - 60 Menangle Street Picton 0449 851 676 www.facebook.com/pictonmarkets/ Market @ Picton Dreamcatcher Lodge 2330 Remembrance Drive Picton 02 4683 3232 www.dreamcatcherlodge.com.au Hippy Luxe 1/165 - 167 Argyle Street Picton 0407 204 693 www.hippyluxe.com.au Le Petit Palais BB Villas 150 Michell Road Thirlmere 02 4681 8239 www.le-petit-palais.com.au Lavinia Art Studio 15 Estonian Road Thirlmere 02 4683 2239 www.artbylavinia.com.au Pepper Tree Ridge B&B 1315 Remembrance Drive Razorback 02 4677 3285 www.stonequarry.com.au/peppertree Lavinia Soap & Candle Maker 15 Estonian Road Thirlmere 02 4683 2239 www.laviniasoap.com.au Picton Valley Motel 1665 Remembrance Drive Picton 02 4677 2121 www.pictonvalleymotel.com.au Tahmoor Garden Centre 3070 Remembrance Drive Bargo 02 4684 2000 www.tahmoorgardencentre.com.au PO Box 99 Tahmoor 02 4681 8505 www.tahmoorinn.com.au Tahmoor Inn Cnr Remembrance Drive & Tahmoor Town Centre 02 4683 1386 www.tahmoortowncentre.com.au Thirlmere Way Tahmoor EAT & DRINK Tanya’s Trinkets 4 / 123 Argyle Street Picton 02 4677 0449 Timeless Treasures Gifts & Décor Shop 4, 72-80 Argyle Street Picton 02 4677 2905 www.facebook.com/timelesstreasurespicton Bargo Sports Club 3580 Remembrance Drive Bargo 02 4684 1222 www.bargosportsclub.com.au Wilton Markets Broughton Street Wilton 0415 818 714 www.facebook.com/wiltonmarkets Bargo Pie Shop 3564 Remembrance Drive Bargo 0435 329 848 Glen’s Bakery Café 2165 John Street The Oaks 02 4657 1566 www.glensbakerycafe.com.au MISCELLANEOUS Le Jardin Café 3070 Remembrance Drive Bargo 02 4684 2000 www.tahmoorgardencentre.com.au Picton Bowling Club 10 Cliffe StreetPicton 02 4677 1578 www.pictonbowlingclub.com.au Accounts While U Work PO Box 23 Tahmoor 02 4683 2992 Shop 11 Tahmoor Town Centre Appin Compounding Pharmacy 2/75 Appin Road Appin 02 4631 1488 www.appinpharmacy.com.au Cnr Thirlmere Way & Remembrance Drive 02 4683 0375 Tahmoor Bakehouse A-Z Events 42 Appin Road Appin 0417 459 268 www.A-Zevents.com.au Tahmoor Blue Gum Lifestyle Resort / Samaro Thirlmere Rowing Club 3/135 - 139 Argyle Street Picton 02 4677 3546 www.facebook.com/thirlmererowingclub/ 10 - 30 Brundah Road Thirlmere 02 4683 3494 www.samaro.com.au Homes Vaby’s Restaurant 2 Station Street Picton 02 4677 1018 www.vabys.com Bendigo Bank Picton Mall Margaret Street Picton 02 4677 1601 www.bendigobank.com.au Warragamba Workers & Sporting Club 9-11 Eighteenth Street Warragamba 02 4774 1211 www.warragambaworkers.com.au BIG JOHN at work - Outdoor Power 9 Fourteenth Street Warragamba 02 4774 1253 Equipment Repairs Bowen Therapist Christine Bird 129 Yanderra Road Yanderra 0428 401 268 EXPERIENCES Brahama Kumaris 150 Macarthur Drive Wilton 02 4630 8124 www.brahamakumaris.org Balloon Aloft 02 4990 9242 www.balloonaloft.com.au Bridge Street Cinema 54 Bridge Street Picton 02 4677 3253 www.bridgestreetcinema.com.au Belgenny Farm Elizabeth Macarthur Avenue Camden South 02 4654 6800 www.belgennyfarm.com.au Bridge Street Indoor Sports Centre 54 Bridge Street Picton 0435 926 797 www.bridgestreetsports.com.au Busy Bees Pre-School & Long Day Care K Ranch Arena 180 Monks Lane Mount Hunter 0419 414 104 16 Bridge Street Picton 02 4677 2122 Centre 745 Barkers Lodge Road 02 4680 9243 www.farmstayholidays.com.au Mowbray Park Farm Holidays Mowbray Park Camden Wollondilly Cabs 18 Wonga Road Picton 13 38 34 Racecourse Avenue 02 4645 2200 www.nswhrc.com.au NSW Harness Racing Club Menangle Park Handmade by Emily 9 Cobham Road Yanderra 0430 140 024 www.handmadebyemily.com.au Picton District AH&I Society / Picton Showground 02 4636 6157 www.pictonshow.com.au Hawkesbury Harvest Experience 0415 244 477 www.harvesttrailsandmarkets.com.au Picton Show Society Menangle Street Picton Picton Karting Track 200 Picton Road Picton 02 4677 3330 www.pkt.net.au His House Community Services 54 Bridge Street Picton 0409 144 708 Picton Pumphouse Gym 1st Floor, 150-158 Argyle Street Picton 02 4677 2000 www.pumphousegym.com.au Kat Takes The Cake 0402 153 213 www.kattakesthecake.com.au SSAA Silverdale Rifle Range 395 Avoca Road Silverdale 02 4653 1440 www.ssaasydney.net Macarthur Entertainment PO Box 5855 Minto 0407 763 500 www.macarthurentertainment.com.au Sydney Skydivers 757 Picton Road Picton 02 9791 9155 www.sydneyskydivers.com.au McGrath Estate Agents Picton 1/123 Argyle Street Picton 02 4677 8777 www.mcgrath.com.au NSW Department of Primary Industries - Trainworks Railway Museum 10 Barbour Road Thirlmere 02 4681 8001 www.trainworks.com.au Private Bag 4008 Narellan 02 46406333 www.profarm.com.au Profarm Short Courses PO Box 941 02 4681 8001 www.thirlmerefestivalofsteam.com Thirlmere Festival of Steam Picton Oasis Christian Resource Centre 54 Bridge Street Picton 02 4677 1357 Picton Chamber of Commerce 0412 515 537 NATURE Picton Uniting Church 2 Lumsdaine Street Picton 02 4677 1432 The Way Ahead Op Shop 54 Bridge Street Picton 02 4677 1357 World Heritage - PO Box 7305 Mt Annan 1300 361 967 www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au Wollondilly Anglican College 3000 Remembrance Drive Tahmoor 02 4684 2577 www.wac.nsw.edu.au National Parks Robert Sloss Publications 417 Thirlmere Way Thirlmere 0428 832 344 www.robertsloss.com.au Wollondilly Heritage Centre & Museum 43 Edward Street The Oaks 02 4657 1796 www.oaksheritagecentre.com Water NSW Level 4, 2-6 Station Street Penrith 02 4725 2501 Wollondilly Presbyterian Church 32 Abelia Street Tahmoor 02 4681 0702 Wirrimbirra Sanctuary 3105 Remembrance Drive Bargo 02 4684 1112 www.wirrimbirra.com.au Zavstaff Leadlights & Mosaics 110 Eagles Road Razorback 0412 360 624 Dingo Sanctuary 3105A Remembrance Drive Bargo 0419 488 680 www.dingosanctuarybargo.com.au
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