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Grenfell Art Gallery

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Grenfell Art Gallery

Located in the Grenfell Community Hub, the Grenfell Art Gallery has been a vibrant part of the local arts scene since opening in March 2009. Operated by the Weddin Shire Council's Tourism, Arts & Events team and proudly manned by local volunteers, the gallery aims to engage both the community and visitors by fostering awareness, appreciation, and enjoyment of the visual arts. The gallery hosts a dynamic calendar of exhibitions throughout the year, featuring works from local and regional artists and sculptors. Each exhibition includes an official opening event, often accompanied by talks from the exhibiting artists, offering deeper insight into their creative processes. Occasional workshops also provide hands-on opportunities for artistic exploration. Behind the building's charming heritage exterior, visitors will find a bright and welcoming space, flooded with natural light from the gallery's unique skylight towers. A highlight of the space is the Grenfell Community Curtain, a permanent, large-scale 'painting with thread' installation that captures the spirit and stories of the local community in intricate detail. Whether you're a long-time art lover or just curious, the Grenfell Art Gallery offers a warm and inspiring experience.

Grenfell NSW

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Golden Whistler — Image credit: Weddin Shire Council

Natural Attractions

Bird Trails of the Weddin Shire

The Weddin Shire offers ideal locations for birding with a variety of habitats and large, accessible public reserves. This brochure provides information on 17 bird-watching locations and a list of over 250 bird species that have been recorded in the Weddin Shire. The locations are perfect for viewing birds in a variety of natural habitats. Many species can be found at multiple sites and may vary from season to season. September to March is the best time for birdwatching in the region.

Grenfell NSW

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Festival Walk of Fame

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Festival Walk of Fame

To commemorate the 50th Henry Lawson Festival of Arts in 2007, plaques honouring each official guest were laid in the Main Street footpaths. The plaques are randomly placed on both sides of the street. The first plaque is on the corner of the Mid Western Highway and Main Street. Pop in to the Visitor Information Centre to get a pamphlet which shows the guest's names and the year they attended the festival.

Grenfell NSW

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Endemic Garden, Grenfell NSW — Image credit: Grenfell Tourism

Parks and Gardens

Grenfell Endemic Garden

The Endemic Garden is located just a short drive from the Grenfell Visitor Information Centre near O'Briens Hill, Mid Western Highway. It was established by the Cartwright and Luthje families in 1997. The garden features plants native to the Grenfell area including rare and unique endemic native plants. You will find a variety of mint bushes and grevilleas only found in Grenfell. During Spring it is a perfect place for a morning walk or a picnic lunch among the flowing natives. Sprinkled with stunning red grevilleas and beautiful purple happy wanderer vines.

Grenfell NSW

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Grenfell Motel Mural — Image credit: Grenfell Motel Mural

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Grenfell Motel Mural

Located on the western wall of the Grenfell Motel, this mural is a celebration of the Weddin Shire's natural beauty. Inspired by the region's rich flora and fauna, the artwork captures Grenfell's rural charm while reflecting the community's deep connection to the surrounding environment. The mural was created through a collaborative effort involving the Weddin Shire Council and the local community. Guided by community input, artists Daniel Walton and Scott Nagy incorporated elements that embody the shared appreciation for the region's natural heritage. Unveiled on December 31, 2024, during the Light Up the Night New Year's Eve Street Party, the mural has become a feature of Grenfell's public art scene. It stands as a testament to the community's pride in its local landscape and its commitment to honouring the natural world that surrounds us. This project was made possible through the support of the Weddin Shire Council and funding from the NSW Government, which enabled the creation of this tribute to the region's environment. The Grenfell Motel Mural invites both residents and visitors to appreciate the beauty of the natural world, right in the heart of town. It serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving and celebrating our environment of the Weddin Shire for future generations to enjoy.

Grenfell NSW

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Henry Lawson Tribute

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Henry Lawson Tributes

A monument is situated at the birthplace of Henry Lawson one of Australia’s most famous poets, who wrote short stories like the slapstick 'Loaded Dog' and the moving 'Drovers Wife'. It is shaded by a sugar gum planted by his daughter, Bertha, and located just a short two-minute drive from the town centre at Lawson Park. A bust of Henry is situated on the aptly named Main Street, next to the Ambulance Station. Push the button and listen to some of Henry's most famous poems while you are immersed in Grenfell's country charm. You will also find an interactive statue of Henry on the corner of Main and Forbes Street. He sits; eyes cast over his beloved birthplace, contemplating the visit he never had. Weary but relaxed Henry is poised, pen in hand, notepad blank. A vacant place exists on either side of Henry which beacons you sit. Take a moment and reflect on what Lawson's birthplace means to you. The Henry Lawson Festival of Arts held on the June long weekend celebrates Grenfell’s famous son, Henry Lawson, born on a Grenfell goldfield in 1867.

Grenfell NSW

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The Chrysler Car Museum in Grenfell NSW — Image credit: Five Hours West

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Chrysler Car Museum

The Chrysler Car Museum in Grenfell is well worth a look for the motoring enthusiasts. Chryslers spanning the years from 1930 to the present day, including a Valiant Charger. Open for individuals and club tours most days. Please call Jeff to confirm. Jeff will be on hand to answer any questions you have while wandering the museum.

Grenfell NSW

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Grenfell Aquatic Centre — Image credit: Five Hours West

Sports and Recreation Facilities

Grenfell Aquatic Centre

The Grenfell Aquatic Centre features a colourful, modern splash pad for toddlers and babies, a small training pool and an Olympic pool, both with wheelchair access. The amenities block is fantastic with change rooms and showers, as well as separate disabled toilets and showers. There is also a baby change table and a separate first aid room. The state-of-the-art swimming club rooms and kiosk are something to behold.

Grenfell NSW

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Grenfell Historical Museum — Image credit: Five Hours West

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Grenfell Historical Museum

The Grenfell Historic Museum is located on Camp Street next to the Post Office and Fire Station in the former School of Arts building. Before the discovery of gold in 1866, the Grenfell area was well known as a haunt for bushrangers, in particular Ben Hall. Exhibitions at the Grenfell Historic Museum are themed around a bedroom and kitchen display from the early 1900s, Above the Shaft - a gold mining exhibition, Henry Lawson, bushranging, as well as exhibits on the regions famous sports people, tennis player Jan Lehane and cricketer Stan McCabe. The museum holds extensive collections of local historical records, maps, photographs and comprehensive displays of household items, musical items and sporting records. The museum should be your first port of call for family history research with several experts on hand to assist.

Grenfell NSW

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The Grenfell and District Sporting Hall of Fame

Galleries, Museums and Collections

The Grenfell and District Sporting Hall of Fame

Over the years Grenfell and the Weddin Shire have produced many successful, talented sporting men and women. In 2016 a small group of community members banded together to form a committee to arrange for the establishment of The Grenfell and District Sporting Hall of Fame to honour those people who have been selected to represent Australia. The official opening took place on Saturday 29 April 2017 at the Grenfell Bowling Club where 24 people were inducted.

Grenfell NSW

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Wendy Hawthorne

Galleries, Museums and Collections

The Little Gallery

The Little Gallery showcases and sells artwork on behalf of the members of the Grenfell Artist Inc. group. Grenfell Artists Inc. is a small rural artists community situated in Grenfell in Central Western NSW. They are approximately two hours from the largest regional centre, Orange. They have a studio in the community arts complex (a slightly renovated disused primary school).

Grenfell NSW

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Campfire by the water at Company Dam — Image credit: Weddin Shire Council

National Parks and Reserves

Company Dam

Company dam was completed in June 1867 by the Grenfell Water Company and was originally constructed to supply water to gold claims and crushers in the area. With an estimated capacity of 10 million gallons of water storage it was claimed to be one of the largest dams for mining in the colony. As the mining era came to a close the dam fell into disrepair. The arrival of the railway in Grenfell in 1901 led to a new purpose for the dam, to supply water to the steam engines. The area is now Crown Land. Nowadays, Company Dam, or 'Comps Dam' to the locals, is utilised year-round as a recreational area popular for walking, running, cycling and canoeing. Company Dam is home to a large number of birds, with over 50 different species recorded. Since 2004 the site has been used for birding NSW's Important Bird and Biodiversity Area Survey and is a Key Biodiversity Area (KBA). There are many species of plants including lilies, bush peas, heath plants, daisies, native grasses, as well as a number of orchids, the most prolific being the Green-comb Spider Orchid.

Grenfell NSW

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Interpretive signage at O'Brien's Hill Grenfell — Image credit: Five Hours West

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

O'Brien's Hill

Venture to O'Brien's Hill to immerse yourself in the history of the goldfields and explore the area that put Grenfell on the map. Gold was first discovered here in 1866 by Cornelius O'Brien, and with this discovery news quickly spread, which made many travel to the area to seek out the same fortune. Take a stroll along our guided path and take in the sites as you go. The site is easily accessible to visitors with car parking, picnic facilities and toilets. There is remnant mining machinery throughout including a horse works, stamper, air shafts and poppet head. These allow you to take a step back in time and also provide great photos to take away and look back on from your stay in Grenfell.

Grenfell NSW

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Grenfell Commodities Silos — Image credit: Grenfell Commodities Silos

Landmarks and Buildings

Grenfell Commodities Silos & Lightshow

The partners of local grain trading business, Grenfell Commodities, commissioned Melbourne based artist Heesco Khosnaran in 2018 to transform four silos into a canvas for Grenfell’s largest artwork installation. The silos were built in 1925, with later additions to the northern end of the silos in 1961 and a bulkhead built in 1968 bought the capacity of the facility to over 23, 700 tonnes. Grenfell Commodities purchased the large storage facility, including the silos in 2015 from Graincorp. The silos had been dormant since 2007, though resumed operation once procured and continue to operate as a functional work site. The silo artwork is a compilation of images representing the contemporary farming industry and landscape of the Weddin Shire. The foreground features sheep, cattle, and native birds set in a landscape adorned by the Weddin Mountains National Park. The skyscape incorporates the natural sepia colour of the silo topped with light cloud coverage. The artwork is an adaption of photographs taken by locally renowned photographer Denise Yates of Five Hours West. The mural is best viewed from the corner of South Street and West Street.

Grenfell NSW

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Historic Railway Station in Grenfell NSW — Image credit: Five Hours West

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Historic Railway Station

In 1887 the railway reached as far as Murrumburrah, and Cobb and Co. met the trains three times a week and carried passengers and mail to Grenfell. But the slowness of the service caused the people to press for a railway through the town. A meeting was held in August 1879 at the Oddfellows' Hall in George Street and a petition was drawn up. The proposal was rejected, but in 1896 it was decided to build a branch from Koorawatha to Grenfell. The railway carried the season's wheat crops in January 1901. The station was built by George Scouller, who constructed many government buildings. His son married a local girl, Georgie Matchett. The station has been witness to some moving scenes. In August 1914, John Taylor, Mayor of Grenfell, farewelled the first contingent of men leaving for the first World War. The Grenfell Railway Station was officially closed in April 1975. The Railway Station precinct is a site of state heritage significance and is accessible all year round, however there is no access to the inside of the building.

Grenfell NSW

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The Big Gold Pick and Pan

Landmarks and Buildings

The Big Gold Pick and Pan

Australia is known for its many big things. There is the Big Pineapple, the Big Banana, the Big Merino, the Big Prawn and the list goes on. In Grenfell, there is the Big Gold Pick and Pan! The pick and pan were constructed under the supervision of the Grenfell Men's Shed, and was built in recognition of Grenfell's significant contribution to the Australian gold era during the mid to late 1860s.

Grenfell NSW

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Display at Wallangreen Sculpture Garden — Image credit: Carly Brown

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Wallangreen Sculpture Garden

Wallangreen Sculpture Garden features over 100 steel sculptures, both thought provoking and fun, made from recycled farm machinery. There is one hectare of grounds with many shady paths. A ‘Dry Stone Wall’ leads through gently contoured banks planted with succulents and drought tolerant sculptural plantings to rock walls, water features and plantings of grasses, hardy perennials, trees and shrubs. Native trees frame the grounds and informal hedges of plumbago, honeysuckle, jasmines, and vines and creepers screen the house yard.

Grenfell NSW

1.1 km away

Eualdrie Walking Track — Image credit: Photo: C Davis

Natural Attractions

Eualdrie Walking Track

Situated in Weddin Mountains National Park, near Cowra, Eualdrie walking track follows an old logging trail from Holy Camp. From the base of the mountain you’ll climb steeply to Peregrine lookout, where you can look across to the township of Grenfell. As you ascend, enjoy the constantly changing views of the sandstone escarpments and surrounding farmland. This moderate track, with short steep sections, winds through heath and woodlands dominated by mugga ironbark, black cypress pine, dwyers red gum, and red stringybark. In spring it’s the wildflowers of daphne heath, pink five-corners, wattles and grevillea you’re most likely to see in bloom. Wallabies will often be standing quietly on this track blending into the surrounding woodlands of ironbark, black cypress pine and stringybark. You might only notice them when they suddenly dart off through the bush.

Grenfell NSW

15 km away

Weddin Mountains National Park

National Parks and Reserves

Weddin Mountains National Park

Weddin Mountains National Park, near Grenfell, consists of a small rocky range of mountains and provides a great day out for all the family to enjoy. Home of Ben Hall's Cave, the land is blessed with beautiful scenery and abundant wildlife. A short bushwalk up rugged hillside takes you to a cave overhang reputed to be a bushrangers' haunt Ben Hall's Cave is named after one of the area's most infamous rogues. On a clear day, the mountain can be seen towering above the landscape from over 50km away. Watching it gradually fill the horizon is one of the real treats of a scenic drive around the park. The journey around the base of the mountain en route to Ben Hall's campground and picnic area is outstanding and ideally suited to both bicycle and car touring. Those who prefer a bushwalk through rogue land will be equally as pleased with the scenery.

Piney Range NSW

17 km away

Conimbla National Park

National Parks and Reserves

Conimbla National Park

A short drive from Cowra and Grenfell, Conimbla National Park is a quiet, tranquil nature reserve where you can enjoy easy, peaceful bushwalks amid rugged hills and farming country. Yambira mountain and its surrounding forested ranges rise nearly 500m above the plain, forming a 'bush island' amid the central west farmlands. Rock ledges and small waterfalls have formed along some of the creek-lines. There is a large diversity of orchids in the park, including the only known population of the midge orchid, while many flowering shrubs brighten the landscape in spring, like flax lily, gold dust wattle, seven dwarf's grevillea, myrtles, hill indigo, bitter peas, and grass trees. The park is particularly popular with keen birdwatchers, as over 150 species have been recorded here, including some interesting threatened species, such as the little eagle, glossy black-cockatoo, turquoise parrot and several species of honeyeaters and robins. Mammals you may see here include eastern grey kangaroos, wallaroos, swamp wallabies, little red flying foxes, brush-tailed possums, and the threatened pygmy possum and squirrel glider. Kangaroos and wallabies are often seen throughout the day, but the possums and gliders are best seen at night. With limited visitors to this...

Gooloogong NSW

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Basin Gully to Eualdrie Lookout Track — Image credit: Photo: NSW Government

Natural Attractions

Basin Gully to Eualdrie Lookout Track

This fascinating and challenging walk takes you through several different vegetation communities, deep gullies and ridges and then onto a plateau where you can look to the east towards Grenfell. You’ll be surrounded by white box, Blakely’s red gum, grey box and fuzzy box. As you move up the slope, you go through heathland dominated by shrubby she-oak and then into open forest dominated by mugga ironbark and black cypress pine. The views across the surrounding farming country and along the rugged escarpment on the eastern side of the Weddin Mountains are equally breathtaking. The walk up to Eualdrie lookout at the top of this range is an adventurous hike. Start from Ben Hall’s campground and follow a marked trail through rugged terrain to the lookout, where wonderful scenic views await. You can return the same way or keep moving on to Peregrine lookout and Holy Camp. Up the mountain where the understorey gets thicker, smaller birds like wrens, robins and warblers can be spotted flittering among the treetops. Emus often dart in among the trees as well.

Piney Range NSW

19 km away

Lynchs Loop Trail — Image credit: Photo: C Davis

Natural Attractions

Lynchs Loop Trail

There are many good walking routes in Weddin Mountains National Park, and Lynchs loop trail is a great one to do, offering a lovely vista and plenty of birdwatching. The track, with short steep sections, leads steadily up through Small Basin gully to the edge of the western escarpment for superb scenic views across the valley towards Forbes. After rain, water may be held in some areas of the drainage line in Small Basin gully, which adds to the natural beauty of this hiking track. In spring, things get even more appealing as the wildflowers start showing off their true colours, attracting nectar-loving birds. The trail begins at Ben Halls campground and is ideal whether you're camping over for a few days, enjoying a picnic, or exploring the park for an hour or two.

Piney Range NSW

19 km away

Bertha's Gully Walking Track — Image credit: Photo: M Cooper/NSW Government

Natural Attractions

Bertha's Gully Walking Track

This very scenic walk takes you up through Bertha’s Gully on the western side of the Weddin Mountains. Named after Bertha Seaton of the historic Seaton’s Farm, it leads to a secluded, tranquil spot where you’ll often see waterfalls making their way through the gully after a good rain. Located at the eastern end of Ben Hall’s campground, the trail is lined with rugged rocks and little stone overhangs. The walk takes you through woodland dominated by white box, blakely’s red gum, grey box, fuzzy box and kurrajong, which persists up much of the gully. Along the flanks of the gully, hillside species such as black cypress pine, mugga ironbark, shrubby sheoak and tumbledown red gum dominate the open forest. Expect to see Australian indigo, wattles and seven dwarf’s grevillea throughout your hike. It’s best seen in spring when the wildflowers – orchids and lilies - and shrubs are blossoming, and the surrounding farming country looks flush and fertile. A medley of birds and wildlife may well join you; superb parrots, kookaburras and rosellas all chat cheerfully overhead.

Piney Range NSW

19 km away

Ben Hall's Cave Walking Track — Image credit: Photo: Claire Davis/NSW Government

Natural Attractions

Ben Hall's Cave Walking Track

Ben Hall's Cave walking track takes you through low open forest dominated by black cypress pine and mugga ironbark trees. Heading up the hill behind Ben Hall's campground, you’ll come to a large rock overhang with views, and once there, the real journey begins. Imagine bushrangers heading their horses up into the hidden byways of the mountain range on this walk. Can you picture them scrambling up the cliff areas to keep a watch out for parties of troopers approaching across the plains? This pleasant walk leads you up rugged hillside to a small cave believed to have been used as shelter for the infamous bushranger, Ben Hall. Wonga wonga and happy wanderer vines are often noted along this track and around the cave entrance, where you get a perfect view just as he would have, over surrounding farm country to the west.

Piney Range NSW

19 km away

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