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Barellan CWA rest House — Image credit: Narrandera Shire Council

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Country Women's Association Rest House

The Country Women's Association (CWA) Rest House in Barellan, dating from 1924, is of state significance for being one of the first CWA Rest houses built by local country women in Australia. The name 'rest room' has often been confusing to outsiders, who have seen it as a coy term for public lavatories. The rooms certainly contained clean toilet facilities but went far beyond this. What the women of the CWA were creating in their rest rooms was a home away from home, where women could put their feet up, allow kids to roam free, make a cup of tea and conduct meetings in dignity and comfort. The Barellan CWA Rest house is run by the Barellan Branch of the CWA.

Barellan NSW

0.1 km away

Barellan Swimming Pool — Image credit: Narrandera Shire Council

Sports and Recreation Facilities

Barellan Swimming Pool

Barellan Swimming Pool is a gorgeous pool facility with a lovely green lawn and lots of shelter. It boasts a great little seating area near the kiosk, and a wonderful atmosphere to enjoy with friends. A 25-metre, six-lane pool provides a pleasant, shady, safe and happy environment during the summer months. The facility has a toddler pool with a covered area, a well stocked kiosk, solar heating and barbecue facilities. It is an ideal place for birthday parties, family outings or just to cool off with the family on a hot day.

Barellan NSW

0.2 km away

Evonne's Wall — Image credit: Narrandera Shire Council

Landmarks and Buildings

Evonne Goolagong-Cawley Wall

In 1956, across the back lane from the Goolagong home, the Barellan War Memorial Tennis Club was built. The practice wall, where future tennis champion Evonne Goolagong-Cawley spent hours hitting a ball with a small homemade wooden bat, still stands. Bring your own tennis racquet to have a hit or simply take your photo in front of this unique piece of Australia's tennis history.

Barellan NSW

0.2 km away

Barellan Museum — Image credit: Narrandera Shire Council

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Barellan Museum

There is a treasure trove full of artefacts and the history of Barellan and the surrounding district. As amateur historians, the Barellan Museum Committee have created memorable displays to take you on a journey that will keep the country spirit alive. Barellan was once a thriving town with four banks, three churches, three land agents, two hotels, two butcher shops, two cafes, two garages, two blacksmith shops, two grocery shops, hospital and doctor, chemist, post office, railway station, fruit shop, sportsground, showground, school and regular sheep sales held every Friday. Visitors today may find this very hard to believe. A gradual decline in population has been mainly due to larger-sized properties, good roads and better transport, bank closures and lack of community services. However, the town and its people have managed to keep the country spirit very much alive.

Barellan NSW

0.2 km away

Barellan Tennis Racquet — Image credit: Narrandera Shire Council

Landmarks and Buildings

Barellan's Big Tennis Racquet

Local Barellan farmer David Irvin was the driving force behind the construction of a 13.8 metre-long Big Tennis Racquet, which stands boldly on the main street. The racquet was made to celebrate the 100th year of Barellan and its proud association with Evonne Goolagong-Cawley MBE AO. Evonne Goolagong-Cawley MBE AO (b1951), a Wiradjuri woman, was born in the Riverina and grew up in Barellan. At age 13, she moved to Sydney to live with her tennis coach, Vic Edwards and his family. The completed racquet is an exact 20:1 scale model of an Evonne Goolagong Signature Dunlop racquet.

Barellan NSW

0.4 km away

Spring Hill picnic area

Natural Attractions

Spring Hill picnic area

Looking out to the red rocky cliffs of Cocoparra Range, Spring Hill picnic area is a beautiful place to get away from it all and reconnect with nature. There's plenty of space for the kids to play, as well as barbecues and picnic tables to enjoy your gourmet feast amongst this beautiful woodland setting. Watch the kids run around while you sit back and listen to the chorus of birds around you. Keep an eye out for the peregrine falcons often seen soaring overhead, as well as a variety of woodland birds. After lunch, take an easy walk through cypress pine woodland on Falcon Falls walking track. This short walk offers great birdwatching and, in spring, you'll literally walk through a maze of colour with the wonderful wildflower display. Just keep in mind you'll only see the waterfall after heavy rain.

Binya NSW

23 km away

Rocking Horse Restorations

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Rocking Horse Restorations

Rocking Horse Restorations was born in the middle of a ten year drought, when everything on the farm had dried up. No water meant no crops and no livestock. To ward off depression, Libby Bailey began restoring old, wooden rocking horses. Since then many horses have been restored and returned to their families across Australia to be enjoyed by the next generation. Over 11 years of restoration, the Baileys have put together an extensive collection of old, wooden rocking horses and horse toys, some dating back 130 years. These horses have been found far and wide even coming from the UK and the US. All very special horses with their own stories to tell. Inspection welcome by appointment. Catering is offered for tour groups. Morning, afternoon tea and lunch can be provided with prior booking to ensure availability.

Murrami NSW

27 km away

Mount Brogden Walking Track — Image credit: Photo: John Spencer

Natural Attractions

Mount Brogden Walking Track

A real nature-lover’s track, this great half-day walk leads you to the lookout at the top of Mount Brogden. As you set out, take a good look at the surrounding native bushland. It’s predominantly white cypress pine, with a smattering of bimble box trees thrown in for good measure. As the track increases in height, however, you’ll notice black cypress pines, Dwyer’s mallee gums and drooping she-oaks becoming more prevalent. Look for the orangey-brown blooms of rusty spider flowers amongst it all, or, better yet, do this walk in spring for an all-encompassing display of wildflowers. Continue hiking up past the rugged ranges, all the while looking out for kangaroos and echidnas, as well as birdwatching enthusiast favourites such as honeyeaters, parrots and glossy black cockatoos. Whether you’re a keen bushwalker, birdwatcher or photographer, you’re bound to be amazed by the view from the top of this scenic walking track. As you take in the patchwork farmland, pretty gullies and Murrumbidgee River tree-line, you’re sure to be planning your next visit to this scenic pocket of south-western NSW.

Binya NSW

28 km away

Falcon Falls walking track — Image credit: Photo: John Spencer

Natural Attractions

Falcon Falls walking track

Take Falcon Falls walking track for bushwalking past waterfalls and for spectacular woodland birdwatching, including magnificent peregrine falcons during nesting season. A short walk from the Spring Hill picnic area through white cypress pine woodland will take you to Falcon Falls, where peregrine falcons come to nest from June to December. After rain, you may also be rewarded by cascades over the beautiful layered rock. Bring your binoculars because as well as the resident falcons, you’ll see a variety of woodland birds, including the eastern yellow robin, speckled warbler, white-browed babbler, yellow-rumped thornbill and striated pardalote. Falcon Falls walking track is best taken from autumn through to spring, when you can enjoy pleasant walking conditions and the waterfalls are sometimes flowing.

Yenda NSW

29 km away

Frank Bradley Sculpture

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Frank Bradley Sculpture

A remarkable sculpture of Frank Bradley stands tall in Ardlethan, the sculpture recognises his achievement of winning the well-known Stawell Gift in 1937. The sculpture honours a local hero and a remarkable athlete who was an active community member within the Ardlethan-Beckom district. It pays tribute to his story and will continue to provide inspiration to the up and coming athletes of Ardlethan community. Sculpture is located in Ariah Street Ardlethan.

Ardlethan NSW

31 km away

Ardlethan and Beyond Museum

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Ardlethan and Beyond Museum

The Museum focuses on a large area, it extends and encompasses the villages of Ardlethan, Moombooldool, Beckom, Kamarah and the pastoral areas Cowabbie, Kildary, Wallaroobie, Warri, Bygoo, Yalgogrin, Bolero, Ariah, Yarranjerry and Murrell Creek. The variety of collections and exhibits showcase the growth over the last 150 years from farming, mining, businesses, sports, committees, home life and unique personalities. Setting up the Museum has been a community-based project, with past and present members of this community working together to display the journey from the early days till now. Ardlethan and Beyond Museum is the result of community fundraising, grants from State and Federal Government as well as assistance from Coolamon Shire Council. The building commenced in April 2020 and was completed in August 2021. The naming was put out to the community with the final vote being Ardlethan & Beyond.

Ardlethan NSW

31 km away

10 Lane 50m Pool — Image credit: Leeton Shire Council

Amusement and Theme Parks

Leeton Regional Aquatic Centre

The Leeton Regional Aquatic Centre boasts a ten-lane, 50-metre heated Olympic pool along with a learn-to-swim area, splash pad, kiosk and change rooms. Don't miss the towering 9metre twin-ring waterslide where you can race your friends! Make a day of it and bring along a picnic lunch or use the barbecue facilities. The new and improved pool is now able to host major swimming events, bringing visitor's to town perhaps for the first time!

Leeton NSW

33 km away

Fivebough Wetlands

Landmarks and Buildings

Fivebough Wetlands

Fivebough Wetlands, located to the north-east of Leeton, in the Riverina region of NSW is Crown Reserve designated under the Ramsar Convention as a Wetland of International Importance for conserving biological diversity. (R1030008) The wetlands contain a habitat of exceptional quality for water birds, particularly waders. Around 174 different species of bird have been observed at Fivebough to date. Keep your eyes peeled for rare and threatened species like the Australian painted snipe, magpie goose and freckled duck. Don't miss the Budyaan Baamirra Centre and Wiradjuri Garden where you can discover the significance of the wetlands to the local Aboriginal people. First or last light of the day, when the air is cool, is generally a good time to spy water-birds and small birds out and about feeding when their prey is also active. There are four bird viewing shelters along the Wetlands Walk track, named after unique bird species which visit or inhabit the Fivebough Wetlands. The approximate area of Fivebough Wetlands is 342 hectares. Call into Leeton Visitors Information Centre prior to visiting to obtain maps and local bird information.

Leeton NSW

33 km away

Leeton Museum and Art Gallery

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Leeton Museum and Art Gallery

Housed in a beautifully preserved, heritage-listed art deco building, Leeton Museum and Art Gallery (LMAG) is a vibrant cultural hub celebrating art, history, and community. Its signature permanent exhibition, Water by Design: The Leeton Water Story, explores the legacy of the Murrumbidgee Irrigation Area and the resilience of those who helped shape Australia's food bowl. The gallery proudly supports local and emerging artists, presenting up to 10 diverse exhibitions each year. With full disabled access, baby change and feeding facilities, and a hireable boardroom ideal for workshops or meetings, LMAG is designed for comfort and inclusion. Whether exploring Leeton's rich past or discovering new creative voices, LMAG invites you to experience a space where culture and connection come to life.

Leeton NSW

33 km away

Remembering Wattle Hill

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Lyrics, Landscapes and Lintels - Leeton Public Art Trail

The Lyrics, Landscapes and Lintels Public Art Trail celebrates public art as a way to communicate Leeton's heritage values and the stories of Leeton's history as it relates to natural, built and Aboriginal heritage. This trail links Yanco, Leeton and Whitton through the historical stories represented by the Public Art, of Aboriginal heritage, the birth of the Murrumbidgee Irrigation Area to feed the nation, and the inter-war period.

Leeton NSW

33 km away

Roxy Theatre Leeton

Entertainment Venues

Roxy Theatre Leeton

The Roxy Community Theatre was built from 1929-1930 and opened in 1930. It represents a modified Art Deco architectural style, with Art Nouveau & Spanish Mission elements. A full size stage was added in 1933. The theatre has a full size concert stage with the original two levels of seating, a foyer and ticket box area and an integrated shop at the west side. Large red neon lettering for "Roxy" is mounted above the roof parapet in three directions, plus extensive neon lighting on the front facade. The Roxy is one of a small number of two level cinemas in New South Wales, and is a State heritage Listed Building. It is a multi-function centre combining concert, live theatre, films and community events with a capacity in excess of 700 seats.

Leeton NSW

33 km away

Community Stage — Image credit: Leeton Shire Council

Parks and Gardens

Mountford Park

Mountford Park in Leeton's town centre features beautiful trees and gardens, a large playground, a bird aviary and barbeque facilities. It has a vast spance of grassed areas and is a short walk to local cafes and restaurants in Leeton's main street. The iconic park has a civic stage and is often used for gatherings and community events. The playground features a double 'Sky Rider' cable ride, 'Mammoth Swing' and 'Giant Tower'. There are fully serviced public toilets situated in the park also. Make Mountford Park one of your stopovers when visiting Leeton.

Leeton NSW

33 km away

Tastes of Leeton

Landmarks and Buildings

Tastes of Leeton

Tastes of Leeton presentation offers a 30 minute guided introduction to the region's renowned agricultural strengths, featuring samples of locally grown produce and insights into Leeton's rich farming heritage and history. Held within the beautiful grounds of the Leeton Visitor Information Centre, the experience allows visitors time to explore the surrounds, view an informative video, and browse a selection of regional products and souvenirs available for purchase. Ideal for school, special interest and tour groups alike. Group bookings are more than welcome.

Leeton NSW

34 km away

Yenda Skatepark — Image credit: Visit Griffith

Sports and Recreation Facilities

Yenda Skatepark

Yenda Skatepark is a compact, transition-focused facility nestled in Memorial Park, just steps from the local tennis courts. Opened in August 2020, this smooth concrete park is designed for skaters, BMX riders, and scooter enthusiasts of all ages. It features a variety of elements including a jump box, quarterpipe, bank, roll-in, and mini-ramp, offering a versatile space for both beginners and seasoned riders. The park's open-flow layout encourages creativity and skill development in a relaxed, community-friendly setting. Yenda Skate Park was recognised as the 2020 Community Project of the Year at the Griffith City Council Australia Day Awards, highlighting its positive impact on the local community.

Yenda NSW

35 km away

Mural at Yenda Centenary Park — Image credit: Visit Griffith

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Mural at Yenda Centenary Park

Spanning the canal at Yenda Rotary Centenary Park, this tiled mural offers a visual journey through the town's rich heritage. The artwork reflects Yenda's agricultural roots and community spirit, making it a captivating feature for visitors and locals alike. This picturesque spot not only celebrates local artistry but also serves as a tranquil setting for reflection and appreciation of Yenda's history.

Yenda NSW

35 km away

Yenda Centenary Park — Image credit: Visit Griffith

Parks and Gardens

Yenda Centenary Park

Yenda Centenary Park is a charming community space in the heart of Yenda, just 16 kilometres east of Griffith. This tranquil park offers visitors a glimpse into the town's heritage through a pictorial history display and a vibrant tiled mural adorning the bridge. Surrounded by lush greenery and shaded seating areas, it's an ideal spot for a leisurely picnic or a quiet break while exploring the Riverina. The park's central location makes it a convenient stop for travellers.

Yenda NSW

35 km away

Cocoparra National Park

National Parks and Reserves

Cocoparra National Park

Once inside Cocoparra National Park, the huge sky of the outback is painted with the distinctive Cocoparra Range. This dramatic and rugged place is a haven for bushwalkers, birdwatchers and nature-lovers, with a landscape that's vividly alive and always changing. Visit after rain to see the waterfalls and creeks in full flow and come in spring to see the wonderful variety of wildflowers; orchids, wattles and tea tree bring extra vibrancy to the land. Other seasonal delights include the nesting season of the majestic peregrine falcons and the sight of rainbow bee-eaters building their homes in the ground you'll know them by their amazing spectrum of colour. Make sure you take the walking tracks up to the ridge to capture the views of the vast plains and other geological formations. Stay for a bush camp to really appreciate all the park has to offer. It's an incredibly peaceful place to spend the night.

Yenda NSW

35 km away

Yenda Golf Club

Sports and Recreation Facilities

Yenda Golf Club

Yenda Golf Club is a welcoming, community-run course nestled just 15 km northwest of Griffith in the heart of the Riverina. This 12-hole course, cleverly designed with 18 tee positions, offers a full 18-hole experience amidst tree-lined fairways and bent grass greens. Managed by dedicated volunteers, the course is maintained in excellent condition, providing an enjoyable challenge for golfers of all skill levels.

Yenda NSW

35 km away

Store Creek Picnic Area — Image credit: Photo: NSW Government

Natural Attractions

Store Creek Picnic Area

A popular spot for families and day visitors alike, Store Creek picnic area in Cocoparra National Park offers a barbecue and plenty of places to relax in open woodland. When the heavy rains fall over Cocoparra, Store Creek fills up in a scenic rush of fresh water. But Store Creek picnic area is beautiful even when the bed is dry, attracting families and day visitors throughout the year. Although a popular stop in Cocoparra National Park, it’s still easy to find privacy to enjoy a relaxing lunch in open woodland. Between April and October, when the weather is milder, beautiful sprays of wildflowers can be seen all around, including wattles, daisies, ground orchids, and tea-trees. If you want to spend the afternoon stretching your legs and seeing some of the local wilderness, Store Creek walking track begins at the picnic area and threads through cypress pines and bimble box, all the way to a stunning natural amphitheatre formed by the junction of two creeks. It’s quite a sight, and definitely worth the trip.

Yenda NSW

37 km away

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