About this place
What to expect
The cairn marks the geographical centre of New South Wales, a significant site commemorating the nation's bicentenary in 1988. Though there are several methods for calculating the geographical centre, this location is widely accepted as the true centre of the state. Constructed from slag sourced from the historic Mount Royal and Bogan River Copper Mines, the cairn stands as a testament to both natural and industrial history, drawing visitors to this unique and symbolic point.