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Fossil Rock

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Fossil Rock

A fossil leaf deposit with particularly fine detail has been preserved in Dalton, located just 10 minutes north of Gunning. Research has dated this fossil back to the early Miocene era, around 21 million years ago, when a lava flow dammed the Lachlan River and created a lake over what is now Dalton. The fossil can be seen under the shelter in the park along Oolong Creek. Dalton has long attracted the attention of geologists. Back in the late 1880s, it was a thriving gold mining town, with reports that in 1879 ore crushing batteries were operating 24 hours a day. The town is also famous for experiencing regular earth tremors as it is situated on a geologically active fault in the earth's crust.

Dalton NSW

0.2 km away

Historic Gunning Train Station

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Connect at Gunning Station

Connect at Gunning Station is a vibrant arts, culture and heritage destination located within the beautifully restored historic Gunning Railway Station. Operated by Southern Tablelands Arts, the peak regional arts organisation for the Southern Tablelands of New South Wales, Connect offers visitors a unique creative experience in a heritage setting. Visitors can explore changing exhibitions, heritage displays, creative workshops, cultural events and community gatherings, all within the character-filled station buildings. Connect at Gunning Station brings together local stories, regional creativity and contemporary arts practice, making it a welcoming place to discover the culture and character of the Southern Tablelands.

Gunning NSW

9.7 km away

Gunning Railway

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Gunning Railway

Gunning railway station is a heritage-listed railway station located on the Main Southern line serving the town of Gunning, New South Wales. The property was added to the New South Wales State Heritage Register on 2 April 1999, described as the Gunning Railway Station and yard group. Trains still currently are running on this line today. Southern Tablelands Arts also use this space for Exhibitions, Workshops & Events.

Gunning NSW

9.8 km away

Whimsical Wares

Shopping and Markets

Whimsical Wares

Whimsical Wares is a beautiful gift and recycled furniture shop located in the heart of Gunning. Lisa and her daughters make spiced hot chocolate and spice rubs. As Whimsical Wares evolved the commission pieces became a bigger part of the business as did the hand painted and restored furniture. The store today is run with daughter Stevie from Free Pour Candles and we not only run workshops on chalk painting, upholstery but they also have eight fantastic women makers under the same roof.

Gunning NSW

10 km away

Slab hut — Image credit: Upper Lachlan Shire Council

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Pye Cottage Museum

Pye Cottage Museum is an original settler's slab hut that was built in Dalton in 1860. It was donated to the Gunning Historical Society by the Pye family and painstakingly moved to Gunning in 1974. Take a step back in time, view a variety of documents and artefacts and enjoy reliving the historic pioneering days. Pye Cottage Museum is one of the last of its kind in the district, which had been used for generations past by the early settlers of the Highlands. There are many other historically significant buildings to see and visit in Gunning, many of which date back to the 1800s. Here's just a couple of suggestions: why not have a quiet drink in the Telegraph Hotel ( dates back to 1858) or a coffee and cake at the Merino Café (dates back to 1881). Pye Cottage Museum is run entirely by volunteers. For tours of the museum, please phone ahead and make an appointment.

Gunning NSW

10 km away

Gunning Pool

Sports and Recreation Facilities

Gunning Pool

What a great way to cool off in those summer months. Gunning Pool is family friendly and welcomes all to participate in safe environment. The Gunning Pool caters for individual swimmers, school groups, squads and clubs. There are well-grassed grounds and a toddlers wading pool. Located right next to Barbour Park where you can enjoy your lunch.

Gunning NSW

10 km away

Gunning Heritage Walk

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Gunning Heritage Walk

Welcome to Gunning. Start your journey at the Post Office which was built in 1881 and spend your day visiting over 20 places of history which include Gunning Railway built in 1875 to the 25 pound Field Artillery Gun in Barbour Park. This is a self guided tour so no need to rush take your time and enjoy the history Gunning has to offer.

Gunning NSW

10 km away

Gunning Library

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Gunning Library

Gunning Library offers a range of events, activities and services to suit different ages and interests. Membership is free if you live in the Upper Lachlan Shire Council area. With helpful staff you will be sure to find what information you are looking for. A great place to get involved with different activities on offer. Keep an eye out for school holiday programs for children.

Gunning NSW

10 km away

Max Cullen outside The Picture House Gallery & Bookshop — Image credit: Margarita Georgiadis

Galleries, Museums and Collections

The Picture House Gallery and Theatre

Located in the historic, Art Deco building of the Coronation Theatre in Gunning, c. 1937, it has been owned and operated by iconic Australian actor, Max Cullen and his artist wife, Margarita Georgiadis since 2003. This wonderful Art Gallery features a collection of original paintings, prints, drawings, sculptures and ceramics by local and interstate artists for sale. The Picture House Theatre hosts occasional performances and events throughout the year by internationally acclaimed musicians. The gallery and theatre are available for hire for community groups and performers.

Gunning NSW

10 km away

Will and Russ Gunning

Shopping and Markets

Will and Russ Gunning

Nestled on Yass Street in the heart of Gunning, Will and Russ is a delightful celebration of rural life and nature's bounty. The store exudes that comforting made-at-home atmosphere you could only dream of. From scented wreaths and bush crafted keepsakes to locally sourced fibres and botanical décor, every item tells a story of the Southern Tablelands. Open Fridays through Sundays, Will and Russ is the perfect stop for beautifully natural, country inspired treasures.

Gunning NSW

10 km away

Fossicking — Image credit: Upper lachlan tourism

Natural Attractions

Sapphire Fossicking Grabben Gullen

Try your luck at fossicking for sapphires, all colours can be found here, blue, green, red and yellow. Gemstones can be found across the region however Grabben Gullen Creek is widely recognised as yielding sapphires along with a range of other semi-precious stones. Turn off Sapphire Road at the bridge down to the Grabben Gullen Creek. No licence is required to fossick in New South Wales however fossickers are required to comply with the Mining Act 1992 and the Mining Regulation 2016. For further details please visit the website.

Grabben Gullen NSW

21 km away

Hume & Hovell Track — Image credit: Hume & Hovell Track

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Hume & Hovell Track

Follow the expedition of Hume and Hovell in Yass Valley! The Hume and Hovell Track is an epic trail in the southeast of NSW that traverses rugged and beautiful countryside following a mix of public roads, fire trails, purpose-built single track, and over 100 footbridges. The track stretches 426km and passes through the towns of Yass, Wee Jasper, and Albury and nearby the towns of Tumut, Talbingo, and Tumbarumba, offering a variety of topographies, vegetation types and land uses, as well as numerous points of historic interest. Along the way, there are 17 campsites, picnic facilities, numerous boardwalks, and three major bridges over significant rivers. Commencing in Yass Valley at Cooma Cottage, follow the diverse track to Lake Burrinjuck and Fitzpatrick Trackhead before embarking on the next section into the Snowy Valleys!

Marchmont NSW

26 km away

Cooma Cottage — Image credit: Cooma Cottage

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Cooma Cottage

The great Australian explorer Hamilton Hume lived here from 1840 until his death in 1873. Hamilton Hume is famously known for his exploration from Gunning to Corio Bay with William Hovell in 1824-5. Hume ran three fine merino wool properties in the district. He extended Cooma Cottage into the now fine example of a Palladian-style bungalow. Visit Cooma Cottage and enjoy a personal tour and the unique surroundings of this important heritage property on the original 100 acres. Coach tours are a specialty, with optional lunches or teas. Cooma Cottage provides a unique pastoral setting for weddings, with great photo opportunities.

Yass NSW

27 km away

Banjo Paterson Park — Image credit: Banjo Paterson Park

Parks and Gardens

Banjo Paterson Park

Banjo Paterson Park was acquired and constructed in 1944 as Central Park. It was then renamed in 1948 in honour of Australia's famous writer and poet, Banjo Paterson. Andrew Barton "Banjo" Paterson, was an Australian bush poet, journalist and author. He wrote many ballads and poems about Australian life, focusing particularly on the rural and outback areas, including the district around Binalong, New South Wales, where he spent much of his childhood. Paterson's more notable poems include "Waltzing Matilda" "The Man from Snowy River", and "Clancy of the Overflow". When Paterson was a young boy, his family took over his uncle's farm in Illalong near Yass. A bust at the park commemorates Banjo Paterson who lived in the Yass district as a boy. The bust is a replica of the bronze original sculpted by Mrs Folks which was unveiled in Banjo Paterson Park on 2 November, 1950. The original bust is now housed at the Yass Valley Information Centre.

Yass NSW

28 km away

Yass Olympic Swimming Pool

Sports and Recreation Facilities

Yass Olympic Swimming Pool

On Laidlaw Street, the main street through town is the Yass Olympic Swimming Pool - adjacent to Victoria Park and the Yass Skate Park. It provides the ideal opportunity to visit a well-maintained sporting venue, whether to relax and enjoy through the warmer months or to do some serious swimming. The venue caters for individual swimmers, school groups, clubs and squads. There is an on-site kiosk, shaded picnic areas with barbecues, well-grassed grounds, and ample change rooms with toilet and shower blocks. All staff are trained by the Royal Life Savers. Please abide by the pool rules for your safety and have fun at the Yass Pool! For current pool opening hours and prices please refer to the website.

Yass NSW

28 km away

Yass Valley Day Spa — Image credit: Yass Valley Day Spa

Spas and Retreats

Yass Valley Day Spa

Yass Valley Day Spa welcomes you to a Spa experience built for you. Located in the heart of the township of Yass, each treatment has been carefully curated to leave you feeling invigorated, calm and just a little bit spoilt. The space offers a tranquil environment for you to escape the pressure of your day and give you the privacy you deserve. Using only premium ingredients YVDS will not leave you disappointed or left out (with disabled access, facilities and treatments available).

Yass NSW

28 km away

Tootsie Gallery Cafe

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Tootsie Gallery Cafe

Tootsie Gallery Café provides unique exhibition spaces, restored workshop space for hire and a sculpture garden for artists and art lovers of many mediums to present their work and their passions to the public. An authentic restoration of the beautiful Art Deco building from 1937 has been a labour of love. They provide a friendly and funky atmosphere with awesome coffee and cakes as well as 24 fabulous flavours of gelato. They have created an authentic 1940s and 50s environment to suit handcrafted works of creation by artists and artisans. Tootsie was built originally in 1936 and opened in 1937 as the Hume Service Station. One of the first service stations between Melbourne and Sydney and the first all-night service station.

Yass NSW

28 km away

Tyger Gallery — Image credit: Tyger Gallery

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Tyger Gallery

Tyger is a stunning commercial art gallery with year-round shows and exhibitions from some of the region and country’s leading emerging and established artists. Tyger is located prominently in the front of the Memorial Hall building on the town's main street Comur Street. The gallery has been created out of a love of art, deep respect for the work of artists, and a passion to provide a platform for artists to thrive. As a social enterprise, Tyger has committed to giving at least 50 per cent of its profits to local charities and has a mission to help support and enhance community and build the region’s thriving arts community. So when you buy art from Tyger, you’re doing something great for yourself, supporting artists, and helping the community. Spread over three rooms, you will be treated to breathtaking and beautiful works from emerging and established artists from the Southern Tablelands and beyond. Tyger has an exciting schedule of group exhibitions, solo exhibitions and an enviable stockroom of works.

Yass NSW

28 km away

Merchant Campbell

Shopping and Markets

Merchant Campbell

Merchant Campbell was opened with the purpose of sourcing and importing interesting and beautiful items from culturally rich and diverse countries throughout the world. The store’s name comes from the owner’s forebear, the original Merchant Campbell, Robert Campbell, a Scot who in 1798 began importing goods from India for the fledgling colony of NSW. People from regional NSW now have increased access to beautiful homewares, soft furnishings, jewellery and gifts. Most of the goods provided by Merchant Campbell are repurposed, vintage or handmade pieces, many of them one-offs. Merchant Campbell provides interesting and highly desirable products made by artisans and craftsmen who care about their environment, their history and their traditions, with the skills and talents to make stunning products by hand. Hand-selected, high-quality goods well designed furnishings are imported in containers from India and Bali, complimenting specially chosen items from purveyors and craftsmen around Australia.

Yass NSW

28 km away

Coronation Park

Parks and Gardens

Coronation Park Yass

The Yass Valley Visitor Information Centre is located at this beautiful park just on the main street of Yass. It's a great place to start the historic town walk and town drive. Take time to stop rest and relax before continuing your journey. Coronation Park has clean public toilets, a baby change room and facilities for the disabled. There is parking available for cars and in the side street for campervans, caravans, boat trailers or buses. Children can enjoy the large curly slippery dip or an ice cream from the Visitor Information Centre plus the other amusements in the park, all while you cook a meal on the free gas barbecue with plenty of shade and picnic tables available and lush green grass to throw a blanket on and just relax under the trees.

Yass NSW

28 km away

Burrinjuck Dam

Agritourism

Burrinjuck Dam

The Burrinjuck Dam is heritage-listed and was built for irrigation in NSW before World War I and helped drive the economic development of the Riverina as a major food producing region. Tourists and locals now enjoy the dam for water sports, bushwalking, birdwatching, and picnicking in 75 hectares of natural beauty. on the headwaters of the Murrumbidgee River, just 60 kms from the Yass Township. With construction taking over more than 20 years to complete, Burrinjuck Dam remains one of the world’s largest irrigation dams, an engineering feat that provides water to the Murrumbidgee Irrigation Area for crops, river flows as well as town supplies.

Yass NSW

28 km away

The Yass Courthouse

Landmarks and Buildings

The Yass Courthouse

The grand Yass Courthouse building replaced an earlier 1847 courthouse. Designed by architect James Barnet it was built at a cost of 15,000 pounds. Quite impressively, this courthouse is still in use today. Keep an eye out for this magnificent piece of architecture whilst taking part in the Yass Historical Walk and Drive. The historic walk is available at the Yass Valley Visitor Information Centre.

Yass NSW

28 km away

Yass Archives

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Yass Archives

The Yass Archives are open Tuesdays and Thursdays with bookings by prior appointment preferred. The Archives are the depository for photographic and print records of the Yass Valley. It is also an excellent starting point if you are researching your family history in the Yass area. The volunteers are willing and on hand to assist you with your research. Research enquiry forms are located on their website.

Yass NSW

28 km away

Yass Book Store — Image credit: Yass Book Store

Shopping and Markets

The Yass Book Store

The Yass Book Store is an independent bookshop serving Yass and surrounding areas. It stocks new fiction, non-fiction, and children's books, with an emphasis on local authors and subjects. Friendly and community-focused, the store offers a special order service for books not in stock, ensuring great service for every reader.

Yass NSW

28 km away

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