WAGGA WAGGA +SURROUNDS VISITOR GUIDE gawaymbanha -gu, -gu ngiyanhi ngurambang-gu. Nginha bala ngiyanhigin. guna balugirbang-gu garray. Ngurambang wiradjuri-gu mayiny-gu Welcome to Wagga Wagga, Wiradjuri country, the land of our ancestors, home of the Wiradjuri people

We acknowledge the Wiradjuri people who are the Traditional Custodians of the land and pay respect to Elders both past and present. We value the diversity of our local community and support reconciliation by working consistently in partnership with our Wiradjuri and First Nations community, always ensuring that this process is based on respect, trust and a spirit of openness.

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Chances are you’ve heard of us. But, have you discoveredDARWIN all we have to offer? A city with regional charm. Unspoilt and beautiful in nature. Trail off on riverside adventures or scale peaks for views above it all. A place where seasonal fare is farmed in the paddock next door and proudly presented on

plates across the region and beyond. DARWIN Vibrant festivals, marketsNT and sporting events fill our yearly calendar. NT You’ll meet friendly, diverse locals only too QLD happy to share stories of this place which will QLD WA stay with you well after you leave. BRISBANE SA NSW You don’t have to travel far to find us – just WAGGA PERTH WAGGA up the road from Melbourne or Sydney and a ADELAIDE WA stone’s throw from Canberra. VIC ACT MELBOURNE BRISBANE A destination to visit today. A familiar place to TAS come back to tomorrow. SA HOBART

NSW visitwagga.com PERTH #visitwagga WAGGA WAGGA @visitwaggawagga SYDNEY ADELAIDE visitwagga.com #visitwagga CANBERRA @visitwaggawagga ACT VIC MELBOURNE

DRIVE FLY TRAIN Canberra TASSydney Sydney 2hrs 45mins 1hr 10mins 6hrs 40mins HOBART Sydney Melbourne Melbourne 4hrs 50mins 1hr 15mins 4hrs 40mins Melbourne 4hrs 50mins

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FORAGE + FEAST...... 6 TURNING TREADS | CYCLING...... 8 WIDE OPEN SPACES | NATURE ...... 10 ALL ROADS LEAD TO WAGGA WAGGA...... 12 SAVE THE DATE...... 16 MORE TO EXPLORE | DAY TRIPS...... 18 SEE + DO | ATTRACTIONS...... 28 SEE + DO | SHOPPING...... 37 EAT + DRINK...... 41 STAY...... 50 GETTING HERE + AROUND...... 58 GENERAL INFORMATION...... 60

Language is a sharing of culture to connect us all. Throughout this guide connect with the culture and spirit of the Wiradjuri people, the traditional custodians of the land, through words inspired by the uniquely beautiful Wiradjuri country. We thank the staff at the School of Indigenous Australian Studies at Charles Sturt University for the language and translations in this guide.

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Discover fresh, seasonal fare foraged Take the opportunity to eat like a local. Join straight from the farm and taste deliciously the breakfast club at one of our trendy cafes, diverse flavours curated by local culinary book a table at a fine dining restaurant, pub experts. From the cheese and chocolate or club, then cheers to the good life at one makers to the chefs in our restaurants, our of our city bars. Wagga Wagga + Surrounds region is turning the tables on regional foodie experiences. Don’t let your edible adventure stop when you leave either. Purchase products to go Stuff your cheeks full of strawberries picked to design your own at-home tasty platter. straight from the plants, sip wine in the Pair local hand-crafted cheese with a sunshine at boutique cellar doors, or step Wagga Wagga-grown Cabernet. What about behind the scenes and learn the process award-winning olives to start and organic behind the ales at a local brewery. For a chocolate for dessert? Stop salivating and memorable experience beyond the flavours start your tasting tour of our Wagga Wagga book a cooking class or long lunch. + Surrounds region today.

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Sharing food good for the body, mind and soul

Bidgee Strawberries and Cream, Wagga Wagga

FOODIE EXPERIENCES NOT TO MISS > Pluck strawberries from the plant at Bidgee Strawberries and Cream (open seasonally October to April) > Learn the beer brewing process at Thirsty Crow Brewing Co. > Sip wine samples at the cellar door at Borambola Wines or Boutique Wines by CSU > Taste award-winning olives and olive oil at Wollundry Grove Olives Food I Am, Wagga Wagga > Savour all the sweet treats at Licorice and Chocolate Factory.

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Go rollin’ on the river, and beyond, when Looking to up the adventure ante? Mountain you visit Wagga Wagga + Surrounds. bikers will love the free-flowing bushland trails at Wagga Wagga’s Pomingalarna Road rider, mountain biker or a family of Reserve. A little further south, you’ll find recreational riders, there’s a trail to suit all Livingstone National Park with its 4.3km cyclists in our region. Bring your own bike multi-use loop track. or hire one from a local bike shop. For a full-day adventure, pack the bikes and For a relaxing pedal, taking in city sights, start head to the nearby region in the CBD and follow the Murrumbidgee to cycle the 22km (one way) River. You’ll pass by Riverside: Wagga Beach, to Rosewood Rail Trail. Pass over bridges, laneway murals, then on to Marrambidya cattle grids and spy breathtaking mountain Wetland to connect with nature and culture. views. For the road riders, head out beyond the city For more cycling tips grab, or download, limits and explore our back roads leading to a copy of our Wagga Wagga + Surrounds quaint towns and villages. Cycle between Trails Map, visitwagga.com/trails bright yellow canola fields and chase sunrises that stretch across the horizon.

8 #visitwagga Pomingalarna Reserve, Wagga Wagga

ganaabanha-bu ngaanha-bu ngurambang- ga Wiradjuri-dya nguyaguyamilang-ga

Riding on and seeing the beautiful Wiradjuri country

CYCLING EXPERIENCES NOT TO MISS > Tackle the fun, free-flowing 13km mountain bike course at Pomingalarna Reserve and take in the city views from the top > Pick a section of the Wiradjuri Trail (a 42km loop around our city) and cycle along to take in city sights and natural wonders > Combining fresh mountain air and scenic rural landscapes, the 22km (one way) Tumbarumba to Rosewood rail trail is one not to miss > A 4.3km loop through natural bushland, the Livingstone National Park multi-use track is great for the whole family

Victory Memorial Gardens, Wagga Wagga > Join the cycling cohorts who roll into Wagga Wagga each October for Gears and Beers – a cycling and craft beer festival.

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From the foothills of the highest peak in monoliths for views as far as the eye can to horizon-wide plains and all see or roam on trails to new and untouched that’s in between, there’s an abundance of places. Camp in secluded locations under natural wonder for you to explore in our a star-filled night sky. Spy iconic Australian Wagga Wagga + Surrounds backyard. wildlife – kangaroos, koalas, kookaburras (oh my!) – and tip-toe through wildflowers The diversity of our landscapes mean you in the national park. Anglers can cast off can find snow in the mountains in winter, from a boat in the or go kayaking on the river in summer and stand in snow-fed, crystal-clear streams bushwalk through rugged wilderness in waiting to hook a trout, cod or perch. autumn or spring. Add in memorable sunrises and sunsets, Connect with this place through stories and it’s clear there’s no shortage of nature tens-of-thousands of years old shared by experiences to discover in our Wagga the Traditional Custodians of the land. Scale Wagga + Surrounds region.

10 #visitwagga Riverside: Wagga Beach, Wagga Wagga bambinya Marrambidya-dha … budhanha gurawiny … ngaanha gidyira … guwabinya Swim in the Murrumbidgee River, smell the flowers, see the animals, rest in the shade of a tree

NATURE EXPERIENCES NOT TO MISS > Picnic or play at Riverside: Wagga Beach, named #9 best beach in Australia for 2020 > Combine tradition and nature at Marrambidya Wetland, go bird watching or get a bird’s eye view from the viewing platform > Spend time exploring our region’s national parks – reach new heights in the , scale The Rock Nature Reserve - Kengal Aboriginal Place or go bushwalking, mountain biking or birdwatching in Livingstone National Park > Spy iconic Australian wildlife in nature. See kangaroos, wallabies and bird life at Pomingalarna Reserve, Kookaburras frequent our city parks and the river gum trees. Head to nearby to spot sleepy koalas and keep your eyes peeled for echidnas at Marrambidya Wetland

Oura Beach Reserve, Wagga Wagga > Catch a falling star. Uninterrupted views and low light pollution makes our region perfect for camping out and stargazing.

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Now, more than ever, is the right time to produce. Detour to discover nature, from pack the boot or hook up the caravan and idyllic river beaches and secluded overnight head out on the open road to explore. camp spots, to trekking trails and spying cuddly koalas. Halfway between Sydney and Melbourne and at the intersection of two of the state’s And, all this on the roads leading into Wagga major highways – the Olympic and Sturt Wagga, with so much more to uncover highways – Wagga Wagga is pretty easy to once you arrive. find. We’ve put together suggested itineraries Stop in at boutique vineyards and rustic for those arriving from some of our major cafés serving the freshest gate to plate cities.

12 #visitwagga SYD > WGA > Bypass the major fast food chains and stop off at the charming Long Track Pantry. Located in – just past the half way point in your trip – Long Track offers fresh, seasonal dishes and homemade treats to take with you. Continue south towards and consider booking a night at the well-appointed eco huts at Kimo Estate – with breathtaking sweeping views over our sprawling countryside. Wake the next morning and follow the signs Road tripping in Wagga Wagga + Surrounds to Wagga Wagga on the A20. About 20 minutes outside of Wagga Wagga stop off at Borambola Wines and enjoy a tasting at their cellar door.

visitwagga.com 13 CBR > WGA > A leisurely three-hour drive is all it takes to get from Canberra to Wagga Wagga. So, why not take the road less travelled when coming from our nation’s capital. At Gundagai take the town exit and head for Nangus Road. Follow along, through sweeping countryside, until you reach Oura Road. Once on Oura Road take your pick of Wagga Wagga vineyards – The Wild Vine, Eunonyhareenyha Winery or Cottontail Wines. Looking for a place to rest? Book in at Belisi Farmstay, a luxury cottage made from recycled shipping containers along Oura Road. MEL > WGA > Head north for about four hours on the and take the Holbrook exit to our neighbouring . Here see the 290ft HMAS Otway submarine in the centre of Holbrook, then head off to explore National Park – a great spot for hiking and 4WD touring. There’s also Morgan’s Lookout in the nearby town of , a location to explore Australian Bushranger history and take in scenic views. While in Culcairn also check out the 7km bike and walking trail – great family fun. Still keen on more outdoor adventures? Continue on the Holbrook Road towards Wagga Wagga and stop off at Livingstone National Park – great for mountain biking and see the incredible grass trees or wildflowers in spring. ADL > WGA > The ultimate road trip – about 900km one way on the . Take a few days to make your way east from Adelaide. Once in the Riverina region stop off or stay in Narrandera – spot koalas or have a splash at Lake Talbot Water Park. From Narrandera choose to head to the charming heritage town of Lockhart, then reach new heights by hiking up The Rock Nature Reserve – Kengal Aboriginal Place or Galore Hill. Or, head towards the regional townships of Coolamon and Junee to taste cheese and chocolate. On your way into Wagga Wagga on the pull into Wollundry Grove Olives to taste and purchase delicious table olives and olive oil, all grown and made onsite.

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Travel Wiradjuri country, stay here a night

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MAJOR EVENTS, COMMUNITY FESTIVALS, MARKETS, AND MORE - OUR WAGGA WAGGA + SURROUNDS REGION HAS A CALENDAR FULL OF EVENTS. TAKE A LOOK AT WHAT’S ON BELOW AND WHY NOT PLAN YOUR VISIT AROUND ONE OF THESE GREAT EVENTS?

JANUARY > NSW Junior Touch APRIL > Australia Day Football Southern Cup > Stone the Crows Festival Conference celebrations > Narrandera Rod Run > World Championship > Cycle Classic M AY Gumi and Duck Race > Riverina Summer School > Wagga Wagga Gold Cup > Tumbafest – for Strings Racing Carnival Tumbarumba FEBRUARY > Batlow CiderFest MARCH > Riverina Rumble > Junee Rhythm n Rail > Wagga Wagga Mardi > Wagga Wagga Pro Festival Gras Festival Rodeo > Festival of the Falling > Snowy Valleys Cycle > Coota Beach Volleyball Leaf – Tumut Challenge – Adelong Festival – JUNE > Wagga Wagga Food & > The Rock Triathlon Wine Festival > Lost Lanes > Wagga Comedy Festival

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Lost Lanes, June

JULY > Wagga Wagga Swap Meet AUGUST > Wagga Wagga Trail Marathon > Agricultural Show REGULAR EVENTS + > Cootamundra Wattle Time Fair and Street MARKETS Parade > Willans Hill Miniature Railway SEPTEMBER First and third Sunday of > Henty Machinery Field Days each month > Lanterns on the Lagoon – Tumut > Riverina Comedy Club First Friday of each month > Spring Jam > Temora Aviation Museum > Riverina Truck Show and Kids Convoy Aircraft Showcase > Burning Seed Selected dates throughout > Annual Koala Count – Narrandera the year OCTOBER > River and Wren Market Selected Sundays throughout > Gears and Beers Festival the year > Fusion Multicultural Street Festival > Riverina Producers’ Market > Wagga Wagga Picnic Races Every Thursday > Hume & Hovell Ultra – Tumbarumba > Wollundry Saturday Markets > Tumbarumba Tastebuds Second Saturday of each > Jamming at month > Festival – > Markets by the Lake Selected Saturdays > Pop the Top Festival – throughout the year > Spirit of the Land Festival – Lockhart > Rewild Community Market > Warbirds Downunder Airshow – Temora Third Saturday of each month (held every second year) > Open Studio Gallery NOVEMBER Every Saturday > Snake Gully Cup – Gundagai > Downside Bushdance > Riverina MTB All Schools Challenge First Saturday of each month (except January) > Christmas on Broadway – Junee > Ladysmith Tourist Railway DECEMBER Open Day > Christmas events + New Year’s Eve Second Saturday of each > Coolamon New Years Eve Street Party month

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Staying in Wagga Wagga means you’re in attractions and Australian icons, explore the perfect spot for a quick road trip around regional bushland and so much more. the region. Chase sunsets down country lanes, passing No matter which direction you head in by our ever-changing scenery – from yellow you’ll uncover a new town full of friendly canola fields to green vineyards and all set locals, unique shops, fresh produce and against a big blue sky. picturesque scenery. Make sure you take the scenic route when Take your pick from locally produced exploring our Wagga Wagga + Surrounds cheese and chocolate, discover natural region.

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COOLAMON

on your whey Wander through Coolamon's heritage main & Cheese located in the impressive street and explore boutique shops, cafes Coolamon Cheese Co building. Indulge and museums - just a half hour drive from in cheese tastings and watch the cheese Wagga Wagga. being handcrafted and matured. Visit the historic 1900s Up-to-Date Store Before leaving the area be sure to take a with its original fittings and displays. The short drive to one (or more) of the quaint store is home to the Gullaman, Garth Jones, surrounding towns, choose from Ganmain, Mavis Furner and Reg Godde Collections. , or the smaller villages of Marrar, and . See how firefighting has evolved at the Coolamon Fire Museum, which is home to thousands of firefighting items from all over DAY TRIP Australia and the world. 80km Wagga Wagga > Coolamon > Wagga Wagga When it’s time for lunch visit one of the 1 hour many eateries on offer, including Bread via Coolamon Rd

20 #visitwagga JUNEE railway getaway Junee is a short half-hour drive from Wagga Make sure you visit the Broadway Museum Wagga and is brimming with things to do. and pop into the Junee Visitor Information Soak in the region's colourful countryside Centre. Make the most of your visit and and beautifully preserved historical see the surrounding villages of , buildings dating back to the 1800s. Bethungra, , Eurongilly and . Also, plan your visit to coincide with Railway buffs will be mesmerised by the festivals and events such as the Junee largest working railway roundhouse in Poker Run and Blues Night, Christmas on the southern hemisphere, and if that’s Broadway, Riverina Schoolboys Football not enough, be sure to take a visit to Carnival, Junee and Illabo Agricultural the Bethungra Rail Spiral, one of only Shows or the plentiful Junee Farmers two 360-degree rail spirals of its type in Market held the first Sunday of every month. Australia. Whether you’re a true believer Make tracks to Junee. or just curious, Australia’s most famous haunted house, the legendary Monte Cristo DAY TRIP Homestead, attracts people from across the world. While there, don’t miss the doll 84km Wagga Wagga > museum, an incredible growing collection Junee > Wagga Wagga 1 hour of old, new and handmade dolls. via Olympic Hwy You’ll literally be like a kid in a candy store at the Junee Licorice and Chocolate Factory. It’s a popular spot for lunch and to grab some sweet treats to take home. A short drive out of town and you can explore the natural beauty of Bethungra Dam and Sandy Beach Reserve – both great spots for camping.

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high flying history Temora boasts three museums and immaculately preserved historic buildings, all set against the beautiful landscape of the Canola Trail. A must-see is the Temora Aviation Museum, home of arguably the world’s finest collection of flying warbird aircraft - including the only two flying Spitfires and the oldest flying Tiger Moth in Australia. Time a visit to the region to catch one of the spectacular flying display days hosted by the museum. Explore more than three acres of historic Australian treasures at the Bundawarrah Centre (formerly the Temora Rural Museum), featuring changing exhibitions, the Ambulance Museum, Australian cricketer’s Sir Donald Bradman’s first home and the Wiradjuri Keeping Place. Grab a picnic and head to Lake Centenary to watch the V8 jetboats in action or for a more relaxing day of swimming, water skiing or fishing. DAY TRIP In the nearby village of Ariah Park you can 176km Wagga Wagga > Temora > explore wide heritage verandahs, quirky 2 hours Wagga Wagga petrol bowsers and dine at the beautiful via Olympic Hwy and country pub, the Ariah Park Hotel.

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COOTAMUNDRA big hitters Stop by the Heritage Centre, located in a former railway barracks built in 1927, for fascinating local history. Then delve into Australian cricketing history at (Sir Donald) Bradman’s birthplace cottage, which has been lovingly restored and filled with memorabilia. Take a stroll along the Captains Walk in Jubilee Park featuring bust sculptures of Australia Test Cricket captains. Cycle the regions many quiet roads or hike to the top GUNDAGAI of Pioneer Park for wonderful views. Take a scenic drive passing by some of aussie icons Australia’s best wheat and canola country An iconic town set against the and visit the historic villages of picturesque Murrumbidgee River. Learn and . about infamous bushranger Captain Moonlite at The Old Gundagai Gaol and discover more local history at the Gundagai Museum and Heritage Railway Museum. Stop by the beautiful sculpture honouring Wiradjuri flood heroes Yarri and Jacky Jacky in the main street. Rusconi’s Marble Masterpiece located at the Visitor Information Centre is sure to surprise and delight. The town’s best mate, the Dog on the Tuckerbox, is eight kilometers north of the RV-friendly town. But before you go, don’t miss the impressive heritage bridges that span the floodplain or a visit to Australia’s oldest working bakery.

DAY TRIP

239km Wagga Wagga > Cootamundra > Gundagai 2 hours 40mins > Wagga Wagga via Olympic Hwy, Hume Hwy and Sturt Hwy

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always in season An hours' drive from Wagga Wagga is Trout pizza). While in Tumut also skip all it takes to climb into the mountains, over to Pretty Parrot Distilling where their experience breathtaking views and explore signature gins and vodkas will have you untamed landscapes. leaving in good spirits. Before departing the region, don’t miss a visit to a cellar door Countless snow-fed streams and rivers in to taste wine from NSW’s coolest grape- the Snowy Valleys region lure fisherman, growing region. Travel here via car or for a eager to outwit an elusive trout. Investigate once-in-a-lifetime experience let Truenorth gold mining history at Adelong Falls Gold Helicopters charter you on a flight to Mill or explore the explore the vineyards and take in aerial (some sections closed until further notice). views of the Snowy Mountains. If you’re Also marvel at the engineering wonders of thinking of staying a night or two in the the at Talbingo region, consider booking in at Kestrel Nest, and . an off-the-grid eco-retreat surrounded by Taste seasonal fruit fresh from the farm, mountain farmland. enjoy lunch in an idyllic picnic spot, cycle or walk the Tumbarumba to Rosewood Rail DAY TRIP Trail, or simply enjoy a scenic drive. Don’t forget a stop off, or stay over, at Blowering 286km Wagga Wagga > Dam, a water-lover’s playground. Tumut > Tumbarumba > 3 hours Wagga Wagga Hungry for more? Stop at one of the 50mins many cafés and restaurants featuring via Sturt Hwy, Hume Hwy, seasonal menus and local produce. Enjoy Snowy Mountains Hwy taste sensations at Tumbarumba’s Nest – and Tumbarumba Rd Café:Cinema:Books or visit Brewing Co for a local ale paired with a homemade pizza (for extra local flavour tuck into the Snowy Mountains Smoked

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GREATER HUME great southern land Explore the rich history and natural Wander into , wonders of Greater Hume and immerse part of the Hume and Hovell Track. Here yourself in the unique identity of each town you can go bushwalking, four-wheel and village. Visit the museums experiencing driving or camping. Find your way to one agricultural innovation in Henty, submerge of the lookouts within the park and snap a yourself in submarine heritage at Holbrook photo of the amazing views. Enjoy boating, or learn about early Scottish and German waterskiing, canoeing, camping or fishing pioneers in museums in Jindera, Culcairn, along the mighty . Holbrook and Wymah. For a more educational experience in the Get outdoors and explore the spectacular natural environment, explore Wirraminna natural scenery of the region. Immerse Environmental Education Centre at yourself in the legend of Mad Dan Morgan, . As you walk through the the notorious Australian Bushranger four hectares of woodland and natural who roamed the district in the 1860s. wetlands enjoy the native plants and Morgan’s Lookout is a granite outcrop that wildlife, or take lunch and use the free offers amazing 360-degree views of the barbeque facilities. countryside and was the perfect hiding place for Mad Dan to call home. Today DAY TRIP you can pack a picnic and simply enjoy the 160km Wagga Wagga > Holbrook view. > Wagga Wagga 1 hour 30mins via Holbrook Road

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reach new heights

Everywhere you go there is something to pays homage to the village name and the discover across the beautiful . Wiradjuri heritage - being the Wiradjuri word for rosella. Lose yourself in the natural beauty, from koalas and kangaroos to stunning sunsets DAY TRIP and endless, star-studded nights. Explore charming heritage towns with their own 124km Wagga Wagga > distinctive characters, quaint shops, and the The Rock > Lockhart > 1 hour great outdoors. 40mins Wagga Wagga Rising high above the plains of the via Olympic Hwy, Lockhart Murrumbidgee River, Galore Hill Scenic Rd and Sturt Hwy Reserve and The Rock Nature Reserve - Kengal Aboriginal Place are iconic Riverina landmarks. With hundreds of hectares of natural habitat to explore, both reserves are the best location to see the fields of green pastures and bright yellow canola crops. Views from the summits also provide panoramic views of an area once covered by a sea more than 10 million years ago. The stunning Lockhart Water Tower Mural, which features a cascading waterfall, soaring brolgas and vibrant native fauna and flora depicted in their natural habitats, is a must-see attraction. The newest mural in the Lockhart Shire (completed 2020) is the Milbrulong Water Tower, which

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NARRANDERA

best in the west Enjoy a trip to and explore this family-friendly region. Narrandera blends elegance, environment and history. Narrandera and its villages sit at the heart of the agricultural hub known as the Riverina, gateway to the productive Murrumbidgee Irrigation Area. Explore Narrandera’s bike and hike trails, Narrandera Wetlands and Murrumbidgee River beaches. Take a picturesque stroll among the river red gum trees in the Narrandera Flora and Fauna Reserve and have the excitement of spotting a koala in its natural habitat. Narrandera is a water sport haven with Lake Talbot being perfect for water skiing or canoe in the backwaters of Rocky Waterhole. The Lake Talbot Water Park is one of the Riverina’s favourite water parks with a choice of pools and slides. In town, discover beautiful heritage buildings, cafés, boutique shopping and learn about Wiradjuri Culture at Sandhills Artefacts.

DAY TRIP

198km Wagga Wagga > Narrandera 2 hours > Wagga Wagga 10mins Via Sturt Hwy

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SEE + DO

ATTRACTIONS Walk in sunshine-filled fields picking fresh produce as you go, or, get hands- on and learn something new - alpaca weaving or flower arranging, perhaps? Step out in nature just minutes from the CBD. Bring the bike and pedal the pathways or the kayak and paddle the waterways. Go for a dip at our inland Wagga Wagga beach – voted #9 best beach in Australia in 2020. See art and culture inside the galleries and museums, and, inside out on concrete canvases and in nature at our wetland. Read on for all the ways to customise your own Wagga Wagga + Surrounds Road trip experiences.

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NOT TO MISS For memorable, one-of-a-kind experiences in our Wagga Wagga + Surrounds region visit one of our region’s unique attractions. Learn the forgotten art of weaving and meet the alpacas who supply the delicate yarn. Become a master chef and whip up culinary delicacies to delight friends at your next dinner party. Soar high in a charted helicopter flight or plunge to new depths underground on a cave tour. Our signature experiences are not to be missed.

1. Artisan Shed 4. Bidgee Make and create! Join Strawberries in for a workshop and and Cream find a craft to be really One of Wagga Wagga's passionate about. leading agritourism 4/10 Kooringal Road, experiences, offering Wagga Wagga tours and pick-your- 0419 264 262 own strawberries that artisanshed.com.au are super sweet and 1 chemical free. 2. Ashculme Textiles Billagha Street, A textile weaving Wagga Wagga studio and small alpaca 0428 968 909 farm. Hosting regular bidgeestrawberries andcream.com.au weaving workshops using the fibre from their alpacas. Online and studio sales welcomed. 6 Silverwood Road, Wagga Wagga 2 0414 478 585 ashculmetextiles.com.au

3. Belisi Wellbeing & Equestrian Centre Located 15 minutes from Wagga's CBD. Riding lessons for beginners through to experienced riders, school holiday 3 programs, equine therapy to assist people with mental health conditions and physical disabilities. 1103 Oura Road, Eunonyhareenyha 0421 277 717 belisi.com.au

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5. Bundyi Cultural 8. Junee Licorice and Tours Chocolate Factory Aboriginal cultural tours A chocolate lover’s with Wiradjuri man paradise inside a Mark Saddler. Learn restored flour mill. Take about Wiradjuri culture, a tour, make your own people and animals. freckle, enjoy lunch Fully immersive guided and stock up on treats. tours. Come walk in 45-61 Lord Street, ancient footsteps. Junee 5 0412 693 030 02 6924 3574 bundyiculture.com.au juneelicoriceandchocolate. com 6. Coolamon Cheese Co See how cheese is 9. Little Triffids made. Producing Flowers handcrafted cheeses Wagga Wagga's first using locally sourced micro flower farm ingredients and and studio florist. drawing inspiration Offering unique floral 6 from local flavours. design workshops for 87 Street, hobbyists and flower Coolamon lovers. 02 6927 3757 [email protected] coolamoncheese.com.au littletriffids.com.au

7. Food I Am Part cooking school, part private dining venue. Set high on the outskirts of Wagga 7 Wagga with amazing panoramic views. 29 Kunzea Place, Wagga Wagga 0427 250 498 foodiam.com.au

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10. Riverside: Wagga 13. Wiradjuri Trail Beach A 42km track circling Popular access point Wagga Wagga, inviting to the Murrumbidgee you to explore the River, with plenty of riverbanks, hilltops, space for a picnic, significant Wiradjuri barbeque or to watch places and everything the world go by. in between. Johnston Street, Start from Riverside: Wagga Wagga Wagga Beach 10 visitwagga.com Johnston Street visitwagga.com 11. Temora Aviation Museum 14. Yarrangobilly A must see visit which Area acknowledges the role Join our experienced played by RAAF ex- guides as you military aircraft, and the explore the stunning men and women who landscapes of this flew and supported precinct. Thermal pool them. and day walks open 11 1 Tom Moon Avenue, dawn to dusk. Temora , 02 6977 1088 Yarrangobilly Caves aviationmuseum.com.au Kosciuszko National Park 02 6454 9597 nswparks.info/ toursyarrangobilly 12. Truenorth Helicopters Experience the region from a new 12 perspective. We have flights for the foodies and the wine lovers or for those who just can’t get enough of the mountains. 377 Wee Jasper Road, Tumut 0428 534 573 truenorthhelicopters.com. au

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THRILLS + CHILLS Sights you can hike to, riverside and mountain riding trails, olive picking, a thermal pool splash – there’s so many ways to get back to nature in our Wagga Wagga + Surrounds region. For indoor entertainment for the whole family make the most of live theatre, cinema magic and more. 1

1. Adelong Falls Gold 4. Erin Earth Mill Ruins The Erin Earth garden A state listed heritage is a large urban industrial site and a woodland inviting you must see destination. to discover and learn The perfect place about sustainable living for gold panning. In in Wiradjuri Country. warmer months, this Open Tuesday and Wednesday during is a popular swimming 2 hole. school term. Adelong Falls Road, 1 Kildare Street, Adelong Wagga Wagga 02 6947 7025 02 6925 7150 visitsnowyvalleys.com.au erinearth.org.au

5. Forum 6 Cinema 2. Agricultural Tours A six-cinema complex Riverina in the heart of Wagga Wagga. Showing Meet Riverina food blockbusters to and fibre producers on 3 arthouse classics, with their farms. Tours are delicious choc-tops tailored to suit your made in-house group's interests, time and budget. 77 Trail Street, Wagga Wagga 0419 407 804 02 6921 6863 agriculturaltoursriverina. wagga.forum6.com.au com.au 6. Kidsons Cycles 3. Birramal Conservation Area Cycling Wagga Wagga + Surrounds? Stock Part of the Wiradjuri up on equipment, hire 4 5 Trail, Birramal is a a bike or purchase conservation site where one from the range you can immerse featuring Specialized, yourself in nature, art Trek, Merida and and spectacular views Cervelo. of Wagga Wagga + 105 Fitzmaurice Street, Surrounds on foot or Wagga Wagga bike. 02 6921 4474 Ross Smith Road, kidsonscycles.com.au Wagga Wagga 1300 100 122 visitwagga.com 6

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7. Lake Albert 11. Murrumbidgee Popular for water Turf Club recreation, family The MTC races over fun and fitness. 25 times per racing Features boat ramps, year and has multiple 5km walking track, venues for hire for your playground and next event. barbecues. Travers Street, Eastlake Drive, Wagga Wagga Wagga Wagga 02 6921 2151 7 8 visitwagga.com mtcwagga.com.au 12. Northern 8. Laser Tag Wagga Kosciuszko National Play a game of laser tag Park in a fluorescent three Tumut is your launch level arena, famous pad into northern for losing people in its Kosciuszko National tricky corridors. Park. Head off the 11-15 Baylis Street beaten track to explore Wagga Wagga tall mountain forests, 02 6971 8285 9 10 secret waterfalls and Lastertagwagga.com.au panoramic lookouts. Snowy Mountains Highway 9. Livingstone Via Tumut National Park 02 6947 7025 Great for bushwalking, nationalparks.nsw.gov.au mountain bike riding, horse riding, picnicking, 4WD touring and 13. Oasis Regional birdwatching. Located Aquatic Centre in a diverse and Make a splash year- ever-changing round in the indoor or 11 landscape. outdoor pools at the via Holbrook Road, Oasis Regional Aquatic Wagga Wagga Centre. 02 6947 7025 nationalparks.nsw.gov.au 50 Morgan Street, Wagga Wagga 10 Marrambidya 02 6926 9390 Wetland oasiswagga.com A natural attraction not to be missed. Discover 14. Parafield flora and fauna, culture Organic Table Olives 12 and history. Five Learn about the minutes from Wagga natural, non-caustic Wagga's CBD. way of pickling table 100 Narrung Street, olives including a Wagga Wagga tasting session on a visitwagga.com beautiful organic farm in the Riverina, close to Wagga Wagga. Call now for a tour. 277 Cloughs Road, Yarragundry 0417 692 527 13 14 parafieldolives.com.au

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15. Pomingalarna 19. Wagga Wagga Reserve Botanic Gardens Bike, walk, run or A must-see with admire the natural 22-acres of themed beauty and views. gardens, zoo, free flight Located five minutes aviary, playgrounds and from Wagga Wagga's miniature railway. CBD. Macleay Street, Bagley Drive, Wagga Wagga Wagga Wagga visitwagga.com visitwagga.com 15 16. The Rock Nature 20. Wagga Wagga Reserve - Kengal Livestock Marketing Aboriginal Place Centre This imposing Australia's premier formation is an livestock market centre important place for and home to the local community, a largest sheep sale in great area for the world. bushwalking and taking in panoramic views. Webb Street, Bomen 16 Lockhart - The Rock Road, 02 6923 2711 The Rock, 02 6947 7025 wagga.nsw.gov.au nationalparks.nsw.gov.au 21. Willans Hill 17. Tumbarumba to Miniature Railway Rosewood Rail Trail Weave through the Botanic Gardens and A vibrant trail for pass through tunnels. walking, cycling, Departs every first and pushing, strolling, third Sunday. Enclosed rolling and relaxing. footwear must be 21 kilometres of 17 18 worn. sealed trail with gentle gradients and sweeping Botanic Gardens, Tom Wood Drive, curves. Wagga Wagga Figures Street, Tumbarumba 02 5924 3062 02 6948 3333 visitsnowvalleys.com.au 22. Wollundry Grove Olives 18. Tumbarumba Producing award- Touring Company winning oils and olives right on Wagga 19 20 Explore the Wagga's doorstep. Tumbarumba region Tours, tastings and on a curated tour. produce available Discover the region’s for sale. Bookings by finest wine, produce appointment. and farm gates. Also offering shuttle service 15 Mary Gilmore Road, for cycling or walking Brucedale 0429 201 773 the new rail trail. wollundrygroveolives.com. Tumbarumba au 0406 376 605 tumbatouring.com.au 21 22

34 #visitwagga ART, CULTURE + HERITAGE

SHARE OUR STORY 1. City Murals + CBD 4. Lockhart Water Public Art Tower See art in our galleries and on Wander the large-scale Standing tall in the concrete canvases in our CBD and laneway murals in historic main street of neighbouring towns. Take a heritage Cadell Place, behind Lockhart, the water trail to uncover our local stories and Wagga Wagga’s vibrant tower mural depicts immerse yourself in our rich history Fitzmaurice Street. a cascading waterfall and culture found in nature, museums Also discover the surrounded by unique and heritage buildings. creative collection of native flora and fauna sculptures, installations, found in the local murals and more in our landscapes. CBD. Green Street, Lockhart Wagga Wagga 02 6920 5674 1300 100 122 visitlockhartshire.com.au visitwagga.com

2. Greens Gunyah Museum & Doris 5. Milbrulong Golder Wool Art Water Tower Gallery This mural features local Rosella birds 1 Explore unique collections, superb which pays respect to exhibits and an the Wiradjuri heritage amazing array of of the town and word lifelike portraits and for Rosella. Below the landscapes created water tower is the from natural wool. Rosella Walk featuring nesting boxes, picnic 45 Street, tables and heritage Lockhart 02 6920 5674 panels. visitlockhartshire.com.au Lockhart - The Rock Road Milbrulong 02 6920 5674 2 3 visitlockhartshire.com.au 3. Lockhart Sculpture & Heritage Trail 6. Mount Erin Discover farm-art Heritage Centre sculptures created Located in the original from recycled farm Presentation Sister's materials, visit the convent, which was Lockhart Love Locks, opened in 1876. and wander under Journey with us from historic verandahs and Kildare in Ireland to 4 over etched heritage Wagga Wagga in 2003 pavers. when Mt Erin High Green Street, School closed. Lockhart 02 6920 5674 10 Edmonson Street, visitlockhartshire.com.au Wagga Wagga 0438 711 229 mounterinheritage centre.com.au

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7. Museum of the 10. Wagga Steam Riverina - Historic and Vintage Engine Council Chambers Museum Site Take the family along Located in the to view the vintage historic 1881 Council steam and oil engines Chambers building in display, shearing the heart of Wagga machines and more. Wagga, see locally- Lord Baden Powell Drive, curated and touring Wagga Wagga 7 exhibitions. 0418 611 450 oldengine.org/members/ Corner Baylis and Morrow wagga streets, Wagga Wagga 02 6926 9655 11. Wagga Wagga museumriverina.com.au Art Gallery Featuring the best 8. RAAF Wagga international, national Aviation Heritage and local exhibitions Centre and home to the Showcasing artefacts National Art Glass 8 and memorabilia Collection. representing over Civic Centre, corner 80 years of Air Force Baylis and Morrow streets, history and the Wagga Wagga significant involvement 02 6926 9660 of the Air Force in the waggaartgallery.com.au Riverina. RAAF Base Wagga 12. Wagga Wagga Sturt Highway, Civic Theatre Forest Hill Presenting a vibrant 0411 840 769 calendar of theatre, airforce.gov.au/displays/ 9 10 heritage-centre concerts, kids shows, drama, comedy and more. Let us entertain 9. The Rock you. Heritage Trail Burns Way, Step back in time off Street, and explore heritage Wagga Wagga plaques that lead past 02 6926 9688 Federation shopfronts, civictheatre.com.au pretty churches and the Gallipoli Panels. 13. Wagga Wagga Rail Urana Street, The Rock Heritage Museum 11 12 02 6920 5674 More then 500 historic visitlockhartshire.com.au railway items on display, from historic photos and equipment to mechanical items. Railway Station, Station Place, Wagga Wagga 0401 763 211 waggarailwaymuseum.com

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SEE + DO SHOPPING Don’t reserve your retail therapy for the capital cities. With sustainable threads, personalised styling services, bespoke wares or grand designs – shopping in Wagga Wagga won’t disappoint. Preferencing Australian labels and designers, you can style a whole outfit at our sleek boutiques. Choose from high-end fashion, edgy attire, street wear, accessories and more. Homewares more your style? Then take a wander through the city’s unique gallery-style stores. Why not browse and shop for the lot at our city’s shopping centres – found in the CBD. Also, discover an art deco day spa, go bulk-food shopping or create your own wares through makers workshops – held throughout the year.

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BESPOKE + BIG NAME BRANDS Shopping in our Wagga Wagga + Surrounds region means you can browse artisan wares, shop for bespoke fashion, unique jewellery and pick up foodie delights all in one outing. You can also snap up little luxuries and have them delivered to your door with many Wagga Wagga stores offering online shopping.

1. Circa 1929 Spa 4. Monty and Moo Be transported to Locally-owned a place where time boutique offering a stands still and the range of classic style focus is on you and and casual ladies your wellbeing. clothing, made in 109 Fitzmaurice Street, natural fibres and Wagga Wagga including Australian 02 6925 9312 circa1929.com.au made. A quirky range of homewares and 1 2 2. Dough Re Mi giftware for that hard- to-find-gift. Dough Re Mi takes 120b Fitzmaurice Street simple, wholesome Wagga Wagga ingredients and 0427 778 636 transforms them montyandmoo.com.au into incredible and outrageously delicious cookies. Drop in and 5. My Shed Home stock up or place an My Shed Home is order for your very own a beautiful space 3 custom design. where ambience 20 Fitzmaurice Street, and gift giving come Wagga Wagga together. Home to 0490 452 818 exclusive products doughremi.com.au including L’Occitane En Provence, Elk clothing 3. Knights Deli and accessories, Batch A family owned deli Ceramics and more. and food providore. 108 Fitzmaurice Street Knights is the best Wagga Wagga place to access an 02 6921 3141 extensive range of local instagram.com/ 4 quality products and myshedhome taste a selection of the unique flavours that the Riverina has to offer. 183 Fitzmaurice Street, Wagga Wagga 02 6921 3725 knightsriverina.com.au

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6. Paper Pear 9. Ted & Olive Eclectic art gallery Boutique showing Australian Boutique women's artists and makers, clothing store located plus workshop and in the CBD, offering a exhibition space. collection of quality, 9 Gurwood Street, classic and functional Wagga Wagga wardrobe essentials. 0429 301 631 244 Baylis Street, paperpear.com.au 6 Wagga Wagga 02 6921 3538 7. Sculpted Jewels tedandolive.com.au Stunning, contemporary jewellery 10. Texas Jane in gold, platinum, silver Visit Texas Jane for and precious jewels. the best in Australian Browse our selection fashion and accessories of unique Australian- for women of all ages. inspired jewellery, handcrafted on site in Let their trained and friendly team help you 7 8 our working studio. feel your most fabulous 106 Fitzmaurice Street Wagga Wagga self! 0423 448 690 114 Fitzmaurice Street, sculptedjewel.com Wagga Wagga 0467 603 294 shoptexasjane.com 8. Tammy’s Thai Massage 11. The Gallery Shop Unwind and relax after your travels or We source a unique treat yourself to a range of beautifully 9 bit of selfcare with designed products and a massage. Enjoy gift items, supporting a traditional Thai local, regional and massage, aroma oils, Australian makers whilst hot stone, herbal ball also showcasing new or many other calming and innovative objects experiences. from around the globe. 23 Baylis Street + Kooringal Civic Centre, corner Baylis Mall Shop 32 + 269 Lake and Morrow streets, Albert Road Wagga Wagga Wagga Wagga 02 6926 9660 1800 826 697 waggaartgallery.com.au 10 tammys.com.au

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12. The Source Bulk 15. Wagga Wagga Foods Marketplace Locally owned, buy Your retail choice, only what you need, community hub and reducing food waste lifestyle destination and unnecessary with over 70 stores for packaging. Over 400 fashion, lifestyle and quality wholefoods and everyday convenience. household products. 87 Baylis Street, 105 Forsyth Street, Wagga Wagga 12 Wagga Wagga 02 6931 7277 02 6921 5925 waggamarketplace.com thesourcebulkfoods.com.au

13. The Wagga Shop The perfect gift does exist, and you’ll find it at The Wagga Shop. Select from delicious regional produce, 13 locally crafted wares, hampers and of course the essential Wagga Wagga souvenir. Wagga Wagga Visitor Information Centre, 183 Tarcutta Street, Wagga Wagga 1300 100 122

14. Uneke Homewares 14 For that something special visit Uneke Homewares. Explore the GlassHouse Fragrance Collection, see the beautiful baby and gift range, exclusive clothing, unique jewellery and homewares. 15 124 Fitzmaurice Street, Wagga Wagga 02 6971 881 unekehomewares.com.au

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EAT + DRINK

FOODIES Find great food and drink full of flavour and freshness when in our Wagga Wagga + Surrounds region. Wake up with barista-made coffee from trendy street cafes also serving vegan-friendly, gluten-free and more. Dine in for brunch or lunch and enjoy crowd favourites arancini or corn fritters. Tuck into house-made burgers oozing with cheese or enjoy small bites to share at a brewery or bar. Taste gate-to-plate dishes at refined restaurants, or relish worldly flavours that are both authentic and with a modern, Australian twist. Enjoy a romantic evening for two, dine out with the family or book for a group. However you choose to dine in our Wagga Wagga + Surrounds Road trip region, it’s bound to be a savouring experiencing.

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COFFEE CULTURE Start your day with barista-made coffee, move on to brunch, grab some afternoon tea and finish with tasty dinner plates. We have all the foodie options sorted in our Wagga Wagga + Surrounds region.

1. 10 Best St 4. Fitzmaurice Café 1 Awesome café offering Offers specialty coffee, quality food and coffee organic teas, all-day in a beautiful tree-lined breakfast, vegan, dairy- street. free and gluten-free 10 Best Street, meals available. Indoor Wagga Wagga and outdoor seating, 02 5908 3158 great for groups. facebook.com/10BestSt 84-86 Fitzmaurice Street, Wagga Wagga 2. Artisan Baker 02 5908 3436 fitzcafe.com.au - So French, So Fresh 2 French-owned and operated artisan 5. Gelatissimo boulangerie and Wagga Wagga patisserie, specialising Churning freshly made in French-style breads gelato in-store and and desserts. created with only the 2/189 Morgan Street, finest ingredients with Wagga Wagga no artificial colours or 02 6971 7180 flavours. facebook.com/ Shop 3, 161-169 artisanbakerwagga Baylis Street, 3 Wagga Wagga 3. Café Sonder 02 6971 8311 gelatissimo.com.au Cosy café by day and soon-to-be buzzing bar by night. Something for all dietary types and needs. 97 Fitzmaurice Street, Wagga Wagga 0400 947 051 facebook.com/ cafesonderwaggawagga 4

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6. Harans Patisserie 10. Nest - Desserts. Celebration Café:Cinema:Books cakes. Pastries. High Eat from the mountain teas. Harans is your go streams, fields and high to for fun and delicious country orchards in the sweets. licensed café and book 32 Fitzmaurice Street, in for their live music Wagga Wagga nights, dine-in cinema 02 6931 7777 and special events. haranspatisserie.com.au 56 Winton Street, 6 Tumbarumba 7. Infuso 02 6948 2950 cafe-nest.com Infuso is a popular café serving coffee, breakfast, lunch and takeaways with 11. Quinty exceptional service and Bakehouse friendly staff. Come and try award Shop 3a, 44-66 winning real sourdough Fernleigh Road, at its best. Here you’ll Wagga Wagga 7 02 6925 2176 also find mouth- facebook.com/ watering little and big infusocafewagga tarts, gelato and barista coffee. 8. Long Track Pantry 42 Morgan Street, A country food store 02 6922 9119 serving seasonal qbakehouse.com breakfast, lunch, coffee, hand made cakes and produces a range of branded food products. 8 Riverside Drive, Jugiong 02 6945 4144 longtrackpantry.com au

9. Miss Amelie Gourmet Chef’s hat quality food by David Kapay. Meals, dry-aged fish, gourmet 9 pies, French pastries, desserts, cheese, cured meats and so much more. Australian Arcade Shop 10/56 Fitzmaurice Street, Wagga Wagga 02 6024 4486 missameliegourmet.com.au

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12. Tammy's Thai 15. Trail Street Kitchen Coffee Shop Tammy’s Thai Kitchen Outstanding fresh is all about authentic coffee and seasonal Thai food with a menus. Dine inside or modern twist. Dine in, out and admire the takeaway and delivery Wagga Wagga mural. available. 34 Trail Street, Shop 43, 269 Wagga Wagga trailstreet.com Lake Albert Road, 12 Kooringal Mall, Wagga Wagga 16. Uneke Lounge 1300 826 697 tammysthaikitchen.com.au Dine in the bustling main restaurant, enjoy 13. The Brew the open air courtyard or hold a function in The brew is more than the stylish function just a coffee shop. We room. aim to bring people 140 Fitzmaurice Street, together, encourage Wagga Wagga ideas, forge new 02 6925 8143 relationships and unekelounge.com.au 13 create everlasting memories over a good cup of coffee and exceptional foods. 67 Coleman Street, Wagga Wagga 0499 800 347 instagram.com/ thebrewwagga_

14. The Fast Lane 14 Drive Thru Coffee Wagga A friendly and convenient drive through coffee shop, providing drivers with great coffee and food on the go. 120 Hammond Avenue, Wagga Wagga + 70 Chaston Street, 15 Wagga Wagga 0417 732 611 tfl.coffee

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44 #visitwagga EAT + DRINK: BREWERIES, BARS + WINERIES

SPIRITED PLACES Is it wine time? Visit cellar doors and enjoy top drops by the vines. Ales more your style? Stop by our region’s independent breweries. If you’re more about cocktails and the late-night scene, we’ve also got you covered.

1 1.Birdhouse Bar & 4. Cottontails Kitchen Winery, Restaurant Industrial, light-filled and Function Centre interior and a sunny, A unique fine dining leafy beer garden. experience showcasing Specialising in cocktails, premium local with an extensive produce, boutique beer and wine list and wines and breathtaking delicious gastro-pub views specialising in style food. weddings and events. 246 Baylis Street, 562 Pattersons Road, 2 Wagga Wagga Wagga Wagga 02 6921 6902 02 6928 4554 birdhousebar.com.au cottontailwines.com.au

2. Borambola Wines 5. Eunonyhareenyha Producing 100 percent Winery estate-grown wines, Small family-run winery beer and cider. The producing Cabernet Cellar Door is available Sauvignon, Tempranillo, for tastings, weddings Rose and Fortified and functions. wine. Just 8.5kms from 3 1734 Sturt Highway, Wagga Wagga in the Borambola beautiful Eunony valley. 0404 084 657 673 Oura Road, borambola.com Wagga Wagga 02 6921 4009 3. Boutique Wines eunonywine.com.au by CSU Experience an intimate and informative tasting at our cellar door, open seven days with wine 4 tastings/sales, wines by the glass, cheese platters and boutique beers. Mambarra Drive, Charles Sturt University, Wagga Wagga 02 6933 2435 winery.csu.edu.au

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6. Meccanico 9. The Wild Vine Espresso & Wine The Wild Vine is a At Meccanico, they're working vineyard and passionate about unique event space, fermented berries. nestled between rolling That is, of course, green hills and the the coffee and grape Murrumbidgee River varieties. They are all 1313 Oura Road, about showcasing Wagga Wagga the incredible array of 0422 764 055 flavours that can be thewildvine.com.au 6 produced from two such humble creations. 10. Thirsty Crow 171 Fitzmaurice Street, Brewing Co. Wagga Wagga 0244 655 524 Thirsty Crow brewpub meccanicowagga.com.au is a must-experience destination for lovers 7. Pretty Parrot of craft beer, cider, regional wine and local Distilling artisan food. A boutique distillery 153 Fitzmaurice Street, 7 producing award- Wagga Wagga winning bathtub gins 02 6921 7470 and Australian native thirstycrow.com.au and fruit liqueurs. Our tasting room is part 11. Tumut River of the Oriental Hotel, Brewing Co Tumut. 48 Fitzroy Street, Award-winning Tumut microbrewery and 0418 284 669 function space with prettyparrotdistilling.com.au 24 beer taps, house- roasted coffee, and 8 9 pizza and burger restaurant. Open 7 8. Que days a week. Perched above Baylis 1-5 Capper Street, Street, enjoy a drink Tumut and a bite to eat on 1300 042 337 the deck, stay a while trbc.com.au in Frank’s, or party the night away in Playground nightclub. 109 Baylis Street, Wagga Wagga 10 02 5925 5305 quewagga.com.au

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46 #visitwagga EAT + DRINK: RESTAURANTS

OUR DINING SCENE Discover culinary delights featuring local produce at one of our region's many great restaurants. Choose from worldly flavours to modern classic dishes with an Australian twist.

1 1. Cave Restaurant 4. Magpies Nest & Bar Restaurant Wings, burgers, A unique dining hot sauce and fully experience with licenced. Indulge your sweeping views of senses in our vibrant vineyards, olive groves downstairs or chill in and Wagga Wagga. our upstairs lounge. 20 Pine Gully Road, 96 Fitzmaurice Street, Wagga Wagga Wagga Wagga 02 6933 1523 02 6921 6508 magpiesnestwagga.com 2 cavebbq.com.au 5. Mates Gully 2. Clancy's Restaurant & Café Restaurant & Fresh, tasty produce Overflow Bar direct from our A relaxed dining orchard and farm. atmosphere offering House-made breads an innovative a la carte and condiments. Our menu showcasing food is cooked from fresh local produce and the heart. regional wines. 38 Morrow Street, 3 7 Eunony Bridge Road, Wagga Wagga Wagga Wagga 02 6921 4241 02 6922 7374 matesgully.com.au carriagehouse.com.au/ restaurant

3. Giuseppe's Restaurant & Bar Wagga Wagga From Italy to Wagga Wagga. Serving 4 up authentic Italian dishes - handmade gnocchi, arancini and pizzas. 31 Kincaid Street, Wagga Wagga 02 6921 8800 giuseppes.com.au

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6. One Morgan 10. The Street Bar & Restaurant Restaurant Presenting seasonal Overlooking Bolton menus showcasing Park, crafting innovative fresh regional menus, infusing familiar produce offering a dishes with a hint of the delightful gastronomic eclectic. experience by carefully Mercure Wagga Wagga, combining flavours, textures and technique. 1 Morgan Street, 6 Wagga Wagga 82 Tarcutta Street, 02 6939 7200 Wagga Wagga mercurewagga.com.au 02 6923 4170 theroundaboutrestaurant. 7. Schnitz com We bring the age-old culinary tradition of the schnitzel to modern- day tastebuds through fresh ingredients, a healthier pan cooking. 7 62a Forsyth Street, Wagga Wagga 02 5924 5214 schnitz.com.au

8. Thaigga Modern Thai fusion and traditional cuisine in a relaxed dining atmosphere or, if you prefer, take it home to enjoy. 8 107 Fitzmaurice Street, Wagga Wagga 02 6971 7371 thaigga.com.au

9. The Oakroom Kitchen & Bar Here, the chefs delight in combining fresh ingredients and true passion to ensure 9 diners an experience to remember. Townhouse Hotel, 70 Morgan Street, Wagga Wagga 02 6921 4337 townhousewagga.com

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48 #visitwagga EAT + DRINK: PUBS + CLUBS

AUSSIE CLASSICS Pull up a stool at the bar or enjoy a hearty meal in a beer garden at one of our region’s classic Australian country pubs. Or, catch the game, dine at the bistro and enjoy a sense of community at a local club.

1. Ariah Park Hotel 4. Rules Club 1 A leisurely hours drive Wagga Wagga from Wagga Wagga for Sports and entertainment an authentic country precinct with all the pub experience. Great ‘feels’ of family. Café, food, cold beers, bistro, sports bar, extensive wine list and weddings/functions accommodation. centre, bowling greens, 73 Coolamon Street, on-site hotel. Ariah Park 188 Fernleigh Road, 02 6974 1068 Wagga Wagga ariahparkhotel.com.au 02 6931 1511 rulesclubwagga.com 2 2. Duke of Kent 5. The Victoria Hotel Hotel A Wagga Wagga Wagga Wagga's premier institution - the only pub food venue. Offering place for food, drinks, live entertainment and live entertainment, and picturesque views over good times for the whole the Murrumbidgee River. family. 55 Baylis Street, 125 Fitzmaurice Street, Wagga Wagga 02 6921 5233 Wagga Wagga vichotelwagga.com.au 02 6921 3231 3 4 thedukehotel.com.au 6. Union Club Hotel 3. Romano’s Hotel Relax and enjoy a drink in one of the four bars Steeped in history, boasting heritage and Romano’s is one of the class. Then enjoy first Riverina’s most iconic class chef prepared hotels featuring The meals in the bistro or Laneway, The Hampden, alfresco. The Cellar and the alfresco area. 122 Baylis Street, Wagga Wagga 02 6921 2236 81 Fitzmaurice Street, unionhotewagga.com.au 5 6 Wagga Wagga 02 6921 2013 romanoshotel.com.au 7. Wagga RSL Club Known for fine food, bars, outdoor entertaining, entertainment, function facilities and accommodation, with great focus on community spirit. 7 Dobbs Street, Wagga Wagga 02 6921 3624 waggarsl.com.au visitwagga.com 49 STAY

STAY

REST Stay a night in five-star luxury or camp under the stars. Our Wagga Wagga + Surrounds region has accommodation options for all levels of comfort and budgets. Enjoy sweeping countryside views from secluded luxury off-grid eco huts or a well-appointed farmstay with free-standing stone bath in the master. Stay in a hotel or motel bed in the city centre or book the whole family in a self-contained apartment. Bringing the caravan or camping gear? Swimming pool We’ve got caravan parks perfect for Easy access your set up, or stay in a cabin with all rooms the features of home. Road trip Whatever your travelling style – solo, Dump point for business, girl’s weekend or bringing the family – we have a comfy place for Pet friendly you to rest your head.

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ROOM WITH A VIEW Discover our most unique and special locations to spend a night (or two … or more). Book a night of off-grid opulence, wake up to sweeping countryside views, or let your troubles soak away in a freestanding lush bathtub. Make memories that last well after you check out.

1 1. Belisi Farmstay 4. Kestrel Nest EcoHut Cottage The perfect off-grid Luxury farmstay eco retreat with all sleeping up to six the luxuries. Enjoy guests, located 15 starry nights by the minutes from Wagga woodfire and take in the Wagga's CBD in a panoramic rolling views beautiful rural setting. of the farmland and 1103 Oura Road, mountain streams. Eunonyhareenyha 349 Scholz Road, 0421 277 717 Mount Adrah belisi.com.au 2 3 0429 985 222 highfieldfarm 2. Currango woodland.com/econest Homestead Nestled in Kosciuszko National Park, the 5. Kimo Estate historic homestead and Kimo Estate is a 7000- cottages provide rustic acre sheep and cattle accommodation for farm situated 10 minutes adventure or relaxing in from Gundagai. Choose the high plains. from eco huts, cottages Port Phillip Trail, or the unique shearers 4 Kosciuszko National quarters. Park 1218 Nangus Road, Gundagai 02 6947 7025 0438 390 528 nationalparks.nsw.gov.au kimoestate.com

3. Hillview 6. Yarrangobilly Caves Farmstay House An authentic farmstay Experience the experience with tranquillity of the interactive activities, picturesque Yarrangobilly 5 luxury cottages and Valley in this grand glamping safari tents. heritage building, relax 3241 Hume Highway, and enjoy a unique Mount Adrah accommodation 0421 922 788 experience. hillviewfarmstay.com.au Snowy Mountains Highway, Yarrangobilly Caves Kosciuszko National Park 1300 072 757 6 nswparks.info/ yarrangobillystay

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REST YOUR HEAD Take your pick from well-appointed hotel rooms, comfortable motel accommodation or basic beds. Great options for business travellers, families or those on a budget.

1. Best Western 4. Centralpoint Motel 1 Ambassador & Apartments Motor Inn & Offering large, well- Apartments appointed suites and Quality apartments. All rooms accommodation, quiet feature cooking facilities location near hospitals making it great for long- and medical, numerous term stays. café and eateries. All 164-166 Tarcutta Street, ground floor, free Wi-Fi, Wagga Wagga park at your door. 02 6937 2300 centralpointmotel.com 315 Edward Street, 2 3 Wagga Wagga 02 6925 7722 5. Charles Sturt ambassadorinn.com.au Suites & Apartments

Offering a variety of suites and serviced 2. Burringa Motel apartments close to the city's shopping centre Offering affordable and in the CBD. self-container rooms 82 Tarcutta Street, located in quiet Lake Wagga Wagga Albert and close to 02 6923 4100 4 Jubilee Park and Wagga charlessturtwagga.com.au Country Club. Great for families 39 Plumpton Road, Wagga Wagga 6. Club Motel and 02 6922 3100 Apartments burringamotel.com.au The best city location with secure and free city parking, Wi-Fi and Foxtel. Best value for 3. Carlyle Suites and money. Apartments 5 73 Morgan Street, Sophisticated Wagga Wagga and comfortable 02 6921 6966 accommodation, clubmotel.com.au offering suites and self- contained apartments located in the heart of the CBD. 148 Tarcutta Street, Wagga Wagga 02 6933 6100 carlylesuites.com.au 6

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7. Golfview Motor 10. Mates Inn Gully Boutique Affordable Accommodation accommodation Stylish and private opposite to the City accommodation in Golf Club and is the the heart of Wagga closest motel to the Wagga’s business and Kapooka Army Base. civic precinct. Al fresco McNickle Road, summer dining and Wagga Wagga 7 8 cosy winter fireplaces. 02 6931 1633 38 Morrow Street, golfviewwagga.com.au Wagga Wagga 02 6921 4241

matesgully.com.au 8. Heritage Motor 11. Mercure Wagga Inn Wagga Wagga Spacious Nestled along the quiet, accommodation next tree-lined streets of door to Wagga Base central Wagga Wagga, Hospital. Offering warm offering premier rooms 9 country hospitality and and apartments. high attention to detail. 1 Morgan Street, 244-248 Edward Street, Wagga Wagga Wagga Wagga 02 6939 7200 02 6921 4099 mercurewagga.com.au heritagewagga.com.au

12. Mercury Motor 9. International Inn Hotel Wagga Wagga Offering relaxed, Located just two comfortable 10 minutes from the CBD accommodation for and 10km from Wagga budget travellers, Wagga Airport. Boasts families and large 81 stylish hotel rooms groups. Close to RAAF and suites, offering the base and airport. highest standard of 3935 Sturt Highway, professional service. Gumly Gumly 02 6922 7210 2 Lake Albert Road, Wagga Wagga 02 6971 7007 intlhotelwagga.com.au 11

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13. Prince of Wales 16. Quest Motor Inn Apartments Wagga Located adjacent to the Wagga Murrumbidgee River Located in the heart in the historic CBD. of the CBD. Offering Walking distance to the spacious one, two brewery, cinema, café’s and three bedroom and restaurants. apartments with off- 143 Fitzmaurice Street, street car parking and Wagga Wagga 13 restaurant onsite. 02 6921 1922 69 Gurwood Street, princeofwalesmotel.com.au Wagga Wagga 02 6923 7000

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14. Quality Hotel Rules Club Wagga 17. Townhouse Hotel A four-star hotel with Great CBD location modern facilities with a variety of room including conference/ types. For business function spaces. 14 15 or pleasure the Conveniently located Townhouse is the place right next door to the to stay. Rules Club Wagga. 70 Morgan Street, 188 Fernleigh Road, Wagga Wagga Wagga Wagga 02 6921 4337 02 6931 2000 townhousewagga.com qualityhotelrulesclub

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18. Wagga RSL 15. Quality Inn Motel & Apartments 16 Carriage House Offers 46 spacious Fresh, stylish and rooms and two luxury spacious rooms set apartments. Ideal amongst quiet gardens for both leisure and with a pool, tennis corporate travellers in court, restaurant and ample large vehicle the CBD. Connects parking. Wagga RSL Club and all its facilities. 7 Eunony Bridge Road, Wagga Wagga 156 Kincaid Street, 17 02 6922 7374 Wagga Wagga carriagehouse.com.au 02 6971 8888 waggarslmotel.com.au

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HOME AWAY FROM HOME If open space, kitchen facilities and room for the whole family is what you need, then look no further then our self-contained accommodation options. Take your pick from boutique stays in our city centre, or, enjoy the quiet countryside at an apartment further out.

1. 94 Best 4. Central Wagga 1 Apartments Apartments Boutique apartments Location, location! located just three Two-bedroom central minutes from main apartments with streets, restaurants and cooking and laundry pubs. facilities, free Wi-Fi, and 94 Best Street, secure parking. Wagga Wagga 8/160 Forsyth Street, 0407 258 651 Wagga Wagga 94best.com.au 0438 416 666 centralwaggaapartments. 2 com.au 2. Apartments on 5. Civic Apartments Morrow Boutique self-contained Comfortable, newly apartments in the heart renovated, self- of the CBD. Offering contained apartments daily servicing, free located in the heart secure parking, Wi-Fi of the CBD. Brilliant and Foxtel. accommodation for the 199 Baylis Street, whole family. Wagga Wagga 43 4 164-166 Tarcutta Street, 0435 915 639 Wagga Wagga civicapartmentswagga. 02 6937 2300 com.au apartmentsonmorrow.com

3. Brae View Houses and Villas Luxury, affordable and homely two-to- five bedroom homes, perfect for special occasions. Available 5 for short and long term stays. 3 Spokes Street, Wagga Wagga 0438 262 396 braeviewapartments.com

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6. Crooked Lane 9. SkyLodge Temora A brand new, private SkyLodge offers queen, two-bedroom twin and family rooms apartment in the centre onsite at the Temora of the city. You’ll be Aviation Museum. invited in with a light filled and open plan 1 Tom Moon Avenue, Temora living and kitchen area. 0408 495 915 Rear 67 Johnston Street, skylodgetemora accommodation.com.au 6 Wagga Wagga 0431 372 966 [email protected]

7. Globe Apartments 10. The Church Retreat Premier, secure, home away from home with Built in the 1960's urban comforts situated this church has been only half-a-block from converted into holiday the city's main street. accommodation with a modern, relaxed 52 Peter Street, atmosphere with Wagga Wagga 7 8 02 6921 2388 everything you need globeapartment.com.au for a fun, laid back weekend away. 8. Roseleigh the 2 Cole Street, Witchery 0417 239 843 Luxurious two- thechurchretreat.com.au bedroom apartment and budget dormitory style accommodation, located in the hills of Harefield just 15 9 minutes drive from Wagga Wagga. "Overdale" 1514 Pattersons Road, Harefield 02 6928 4420 roseleighmanor.com.au

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56 #visitwagga CARAVAN, UNIQUE CAMPING STAYS + MORE

SET UP CAMP Park up the caravan or pitch your tent in our Wagga Wagga + Surrounds region. Take your pick from holiday parks situated in idyllic locations – riverside and minutes from city or town centres - with powered and unpowered sites and make the most of park facilities

1. Batlow Caravan 4. Horseshoe Tourist 1 Park Park Affordable Offering friendliness accommodation and and cleanliness, with camping located on the large drive-through creek-side of Batlow. powered sites, cabins, The best place base to deluxe studios and explore the region and villas. enjoy mountain biking, fishing, and delicious 23 Horseshoe Road, Wagga Wagga fresh produce. 02 6921 6033 Kurrajong Avenue, horseshoetouristpark. 2 Batlow com.au 0437 722 697 batlowcaravanpark.com.au

5. Tumbarumba Caravan Park 2. BIG4 Wagga Wagga Holiday Park Cabins, campsites and lodge accommodation all available in our Nestled on the banks of gorgeous location in the Murrumbidgee River the western foothills of and a short drive to the the Snowy Mountains. city centre. Offering 3 Lauder Street, direct access to the Tumbarumba river, caravan sites and 0438 722 697 new modern cabins. tumbarumbacaravan 93 Hammond Avenue, park.com.au Wagga Wagga 02 6921 4287 big4wagga.com.au 6. Wagga Wagga Tourist Park 3. Borambola Sport Natural surroundings and Recreation attracting bird life, 4 close to airport, RAAF Centre base and pet friendly. Ideal for camps, Offering a range of corporate or social accommodation functions, team building options, from budget and community group to larger two-bedroom use. self-contained villas and 1980 Sturt Highway, caravan sites Borambola 16 Allonby Avenue, 13 13 02 Forest Hill sportandrecreation.nsw. 02 6922 7219 gov.au/borambola waggawaggatouristpark. 5 6 com.au

visitwagga.com 57 GETTING HERE + AROUND Need a set of wheels to trip around? Hertz or Thrifty Car Rental Wagga Wagga can get you behind the wheel in no time. Hire vehicles available from Wagga Wagga Airport FLY. DRIVE. TRAIN. BUS. or Hertz’s downtown Wagga Wagga site. You don’t have to travel far to find us. Wagga Wagga is about the same distance Now you have arrived, you must be from Melbourne and Sydney – five hours looking for ways to fill your days. driving with rest stops. Add to that 2.5 hours The friendly team at Helloworld from Canberra, the meeting point of the Travel Wagga Wagga can help you Sturt and Olympic highways, plus we’ve got build an itinerary for your stay. They a great regional airport and we’re on the can also help organise group travel main train line between the southern east- and more. coast capital cities. The friendly and informative DRIVE team at the Wagga Wagga Visitor Information Centre can also help. 245km west of Canberra on M31 (Hume Stop in and see them seven days Freeway), 460km south of Sydney, 450km a week at their Tarcutta Street north of Melbourne on the M31 (Hume location. Freeway) and 917km east of Adelaide on the Sturt Highway. FLY TRAIN + BUS QantasLink and Regional Express fly in and NSW TrainLink offers a twice daily rail out of Wagga Wagga airport to Sydney and service from both Melbourne and Sydney. Melbourne. With multiple flights in and out NSW TrainLink also runs coach services of the airport each day, you can easily plan connecting to capital cities and throughout your trip. Flight times from the capital cities the Riverina region. are about one hour. *Services correct at time of publication.

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1. Helloworld Travel Wagga Wagga A smiling face, friendly service and great prices make Helloworld Travel Wagga Wagga the only place to book your future travel. Shop 49 Wagga Wagga Marketplace, 1 Wagga Wagga 02 6921 2000 helloworld.com.au/store/ wagga-wagga

2. Hertz Hertz is dedicated to providing business and leisure travellers with a quality car rental service allowing them 2 to “Journey On.” 72 Hammond Avenue, Wagga Wagga 02 6938 6000 hertz.com.au

3. Thrifty Car Rental Wagga Wagga Hit the road with Thrifty and experience everything Wagga 3 Wagga + Surrounds has to offer. Wagga Wagga Airport, Don Kendall Drive, Forest Hill 02 6922 8047 thrifty.com.au

4. Wagga Shuttle Transferring passengers in shuttle buses and 4 corporate cars around Wagga Wagga + Surrounds. Wagga Wagga Airport, Don Kendall Drive, Forest Hill 0458 350 100 waggashuttle.com.au

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VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE PETS Stop in for maps, itineraries, travel There are a number of veterinary clinics in information, local knowledge and more. Wagga Wagga, some with 24-hour services Pick up a quality local or Australian if emergency pet care is required. souvenir from the great range in The Wagga Shop. RECREATIONAL VEHICLE (RV) 183 Tarcutta Street, Wagga Wagga. RV accommodation and campsites Open Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm Wilks Park is free for self-contained RVs Saturday 9am to 4pm for stays of up to 72 hours. There are also and Sunday 9.30am to 2pm. numerous river reserves located along the Murrumbidgee River, both east and west HEALTH of the city. The city and region also has Emergency: phone 000 for police, fire a number of caravan parks with a mix of or ambulance. powered, unpowered and ensuite sites. After-hours doctor: Wagga GP After RV parking in Wagga Wagga’s CBD Hours Service, 02 6931 0900, 1/185 > Wagga Wagga Visitor Information Morgan Street, Wagga Wagga Centre, 183 Tarcutta Street – two car Wagga Wagga Base Hospital (public parks adjacent to the centre facility) 260-280 Edward Street, Wagga > Riverside: Wagga Beach carpark, Wagga Johnston Street Calvary Health Care Riverina Hardy Avenue, Wagga Wagga Dump points Free dump points in the Wagga Wagga WAGGA WAGGA PUBLIC Local Government Area TRANSPORT > Wilks Park, Hampden Avenue, Wagga Taxi: 02 6921 4242 or 131 008 Wagga Bus: 02 6921 2316 > Uranquinty Rest Area, Olympic Uber: via the app Highway, Uranquinty RAIL + COACHES > Tarcutta Truck Exchange, Sydney Street, Tarcutta NSW TrainLink: 13 22 32

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1. Granger Chiropractic Providing chiropractic care to patients in the Riverina for the past 20 years. 67 Johnston Street, Wagga Wagga 02 6971 8411 grangerchiro.com.au 1 2. Riverina Caravan Hire Offering a modern fleet of Jayco caravans for hire. Based in Wagga Wagga servicing southern and north eastern Victoria. info@riverinacaravan 2 hire.com.au riverinacaravanhire.com.au

3. Splash Laundrette Three great locations in Wagga Wagga with clean, new hi- tech equipment, card option, and automatic detergents. 3 68 Berry Street + Shop 18, Turvey Tops Shopping Centre + Shop 42, Kooringal Mall, Wagga Wagga 02 6931 9170 splashlaundrette.com.au

4. Wagga Caravan Centre Servicing and repairing travelling caravan and camper trailer 4 customers coming through Wagga Wagga + Surrounds. 3871 Sturt Highway, Gumly Gumly 02 6922 8307 waggacaravans.com.au

visitwagga.com 61 LET'S BE Selfie with a roaming peacock | Wagga Wagga FRIENDS Botanic Gardens | @carolinecattle Find and follow us on Facebook and Instagram. We share great tips and itineraries on things to do, place to eat + drink, where to stay and more when in our Wagga Wagga + Surrounds region. Plus, if you’ve snapped a cracking photo of your adventures in our city or region then hashtag your pics with #visitwagga and we may feature your image on our socials. Here’s a few trending locations to head to for that awesome social-worthy snap when you #visitwagga

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Wagga Wagga Visitor Information Centre 183 Tarcutta Street, Wagga Wagga 1300 100 122 or +612 6926 9621 visitwagga.com

Published October 2020 by Wagga Wagga City Council, PO Box 20, Wagga Wagga, NSW, 2650. Information in this booklet is correct at the time of printing and is provided in good faith. No responsibility will be taken for any inaccuracies, changes, errors or misconceptions of any kind. Businesses featured in this guide are members of the Wagga Tourism Partner Program 2020-21. Star ratings provided are for properties listed with Star Ratings Australia. At the time of printing COVID-19 public heath orders were in place restricting travel and public gatherings. For the latest information refer to the NSW Government website www.nsw.gov.au/covid-19. Events listed in this guide are published as per annual or regular event dates. Please check with event organisers or official event channels for any changes to these events. Wagga Wagga City Council would like to acknowledge the following photographers who’s image/images feature throughout this guide: Chloe Smith Photography, Destination NSW, Jack of Hearts Photography, Lean Timms, Elk Avenue, Georgie Mann Photography, Jean-Pierre Ronco, Ollie Khedun, NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service and NSW Department of Planning, Industry and Environment, Murray Vanderveer and Hiatus Studios for Riparide. Cover image: Wagga Wagga landscape + canola Back image: Kohlhagens Beach

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