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Bushrangers Reserve Pump Track Collector

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Bushrangers Reserve Pump Track Collector

Collector has a newly completed pump track located on Bushrangers Reserve that has been so graciously welcomed. Built on more than 88 hectares of land. Nestled between the local oval and St Bartholomews church this has become a very popular after school ritual for many. Its the result so many had hoped for. The track is fun and fast paced. There is an undercover park area close by.

Collector NSW

0.3 km away

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Daphne May Internal
Image credit: Rachel Hogan

Shopping and Markets

Daphne & May

Daphne & May is a paper goods and gift boutique offering greeting cards, magazines, stationery and paper crafts. Daphne & May is a celebration of paper, creativity, and meaningful moments. Come browse, linger, and discover something lovely. Studio space is also available for hire, and home to intimate community-focused events.

Gundaroo NSW

20 km away

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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

21 km away

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Will and Russ Gunning

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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

21 km away

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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

21 km away

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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

21 km away

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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

21 km away

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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

21 km away

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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

21 km away

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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

22 km away

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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

22 km away

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Bushfield Farm Camels

Zoos, Sanctuaries, Aquariums and Wildlife Parks

Bushfield Farm Camels

At Bushfield Farm Camels, you can experience the magic of the outback while still being close to the city. Their gentle camels are ready to take you on a unique, slow-paced adventure, offering a peaceful escape from everyday life. Perfect for families, the farm offers more than just a camel ride - it's an amazing escape from devices and city sounds, a chance to connect with nature, cuddle a camel experience the peace and beauty of Australia's iconic landscapes without the long journey. Come spend some time surrounded by the laughter of kids and the company of all the farm animals. Happiness has a new name, and it's spelled C-A-M-E-L! Open seven days. Bookings Essential.

Gundaroo NSW

23 km away

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Weereewa Lookout - Queanbeyan-Palerang
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Natural Attractions

Weereewa Lookout

The spectacular Weereewa Lookout offers uninterrupted views across the enigmatic Lake George and to the wind farms beyond where nature and industry meet in a surprisingly complementary juxtaposition. Located on the western border of Queanbeyan-Palerang and a thirty-minute drive north of the Canberra CBD, this lookout offers magnificent views across one of the Southern Tablelands' natural wonders. Lake George lays within a striking landscape, covering over 200 square kilometres and with water levels that raise and recede over the years as droughts ebb and flow. When the water recedes, a fertile plain is revealed and livestock populations swell on the resident farms.

Lake George NSW

24 km away

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Old Saint Lukes pottery

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Old Saint Lukes Studio

Old Saint Lukes Studio is situated in an historic stone building constructed in 1848 as a church and school. The gallery is home to the wood-fired ceramics of Ian Jones and Moraig McKenna. Ian and Moraig's works are fired in a nine metre long anagama style wood-fired kiln. Fired up only three times a year for five days, the kiln ash delivers a unique effect making these works highly sought after around the world. After these firings, a garden exhibition is held to present their new works. Visitors are welcome by appointment only.

Gundaroo NSW

24 km away

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Track Day Club Porsche GT4RS in pit lane Porsche GT4RS in pit lane
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Sports and Recreation Facilities

Track Day Club

Experience the exhilaration of high-performance driving with Track Day Club. Drive. Find Your Fast. Have Fun. Track days for all skill levels. Maximum seat time. Zero egos. 100 per cent fun. More than just a track day; a community. A place where all drivers, from first timers to seasoned enthusiasts, can have fun, supportive, and no-pressure environment, and everyone leaves grinning. Track Day Club deliver unforgettable track experiences that are safe, thrilling, and seriously fun. No pressure. Just plenty of track time, expert support, and that unbeatable post-lap buzz. Ready to feel the rush? Find your fast. Track Day Club, weekend track days at One Raceway, Pheasant Wood Circuit and come and try days at Sydney Motorsport Park. Get involved and be part of an awesome day out.

Tirrannaville NSW

25 km away

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The Little Barn Tarago

Shopping and Markets

The Little Barn Tarago

The local Harris Family started at local markets, pop-up shops and a small shared space at Tarago. After plenty of hard work, family support and loyal customers they took the leap opened their store in Tarago, NSW. The Little Barn's mission is to thoughtfully curate quality pieces that bring warmth, calm and character into everyday life. Rooted in our community and inspired by simple living, we aim to create a destination store people love to return to — in every season. If you're in NSW or about to visit, they hope to see you in store soon.

Tarago NSW

27 km away

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Big Merino

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Big Merino

The world's biggest merino is a three-storey structure of concrete and steel measuring 15.2 metres high and 18 metres long. This monument was built in 1985 as a celebration of the Goulburn and surrounding district's fine wool industry. It is an impressive life-like model of Rambo, a stud ram from the local property 'Bullamallita'. This unique 'big' attraction is located just off Goulburn's southern exit and stands proud as a symbol of Goulburn - 'the Fine Wool Capital of the World'. The Big Merino houses a permanent exhibition on the 200-year history of wool in Australia. The gift shop displays an extensive range of lightweight wool garments as well as a great selection of pure merino and luxurious possum merino knitwear, knitting yarn and Australian-made sheepskins. They also stock cosmetics, lanolin products and souvenirs. The Big Merino gift shop is now considered to have one of the best selections of wool products in Australia. Enter inside The Big Merino to see an exhibition of the local wool industry and to see the construction of this impressive ram.

Goulburn NSW

28 km away

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Highway 66 Mini Bowling
Image credit: Gregory Appleton

Entertainment Venues

Back to the Arcade

Back to the Arcade is the premium entertainment venue in Goulburn N.S.W. and the surroundings. They are also one of the largest multi-entertainment venues outside of the capital city in N.S.W. Back to the Arcade has the very popular Fortress 2580 laser tag/escape room hybrid, 6 lanes of Highway 66 Mini Bowling and an ever-growing collection of over 50 popular arcade and redemption machines. Back to the Arcade has a café on-site, so you can enjoy a bite to eat and a delicious coffee whilst enjoying the venue. Back to the Arcades space includes three spacious party rooms enjoyed by the local community for all their party and work function needs. Back to the Arcade holds a museum-worthy collection of Star Wars games, props and memorabilia. Back to the Arcade is the proud owners of three Bandai Namco Deluxe battle pods and three Bandai Namco standard battle pods, creating an exciting gaming experience for the Star War Fan that they cannot get anywhere else in Australia.

Goulburn NSW

29 km away

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Drawing Room Garroorigang
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Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Garroorigang Historic Home (1857)

A rare and extraordinary example of a continuously lived-in Australian colonial home, still complete with its original furnishings and items of historical interest spanning 160 years of Australian history. Built in 1857 originally as an Inn on the road to the goldfields, Garroorigang became a private home in 1867 and the site up until 1883 of a small private boarding school for the "sons of gentlemen" where a number of famous Australians were educated. The home has been lived in continuously for over 150 years by members of two related families and is today the private home of the Hume family, co-lateral descendants of Explorer Hamilton Hume. The home is filled with original furnishings and family memorabilia reflecting 150 years of living Australian history from the days of the bushrangers down through the Victorian era to the present. Family members provide visitors with a guided tour through the home explaining the history behind the many historical treasures and the stories of the people who have lived there. A visit to Garroorigang is truly a step back in time into a showcase of living Australian history, fascinating for all ages. The homestead is set in beautiful gardens suitable for picnics and morning/afternoon teas. Bed and breakfast accommodation is available by arrangement. Coaches and groups are welcome by appointment.

Goulburn NSW

29 km away

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Alpaca Magic

Zoos, Sanctuaries, Aquariums and Wildlife Parks

Alpaca Magic

Alpaca Magic Stud began in 1997 with just a couple of alpacas. Not long after they bought some llamas and began their Llama Magic Stud. They were one of the first Llama Studs in NSW, and are now one of the largest llama breeders in Australia. They have around 100 llamas and 100 alpacas, as well as miniature and small English Donkeys and miniature Galloway Cows. Located just 20 minutes north of Canberra, with easy access and parking, providing one of a kind animal encounters. Unlike many other farms, the events take you up close and personal with the animals. Rather than just feeding them over a fence, you’ll be right in amongst them - close enough for cuddles and selfies. Visitation is by event booking only. They host a range of events every weekend, from Llama Experience (walk a llama) to Conversation with Cows, so there is guaranteed to be something for everyone.

Sutton NSW

30 km away

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Goulburn Rail Heritage Centre

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Goulburn Rail Heritage Centre

The Goulburn Locomotive Roundhouse is the largest heritage based operating roundhouse in New South Wales and displays the historic transition from steam to diesel operation. A range of locomotives, items of rolling stock and railway ephemera are exhibited. Take a tour through the Goulburn Rail Heritage Centre and enjoy a step back in time and experience one of Goulburn's most treasured historic working relics - the Goulburn locomotive roundhouse. A significant part of the city's history, the 42 road circular shed with its 90 foot turntable was built in 1928 and continues to operate today. In recent years, a group of passionate railway volunteers have formed the Goulburn Loco Roundhouse Preservation Society Inc. dedicated to keeping Goulburn's rich rail story alive.

Goulburn NSW

30 km away

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Burnelee Excursions on Horseback

Sports and Recreation Facilities

Burnelee Excursions on Horseback

Saddle up for an adventure in the Australian countryside with Burnelee Excursions on Horseback. Just thirty minutes from Canberra between Murrumbateman and Gundaroo. At Burnelee, a fully operational grazing property of 3,500 acres, you can enjoy the thrill of mustering sheep and cattle, or simply spot the native wildlife in the vast areas of natural bushland. Horses are available for all levels of rider, including beginners, with each ride accompanied by an experienced instructor. Regular two-hour rides are held most Saturdays, with day rides and available on request. Bookings required.

Murrumbateman NSW

30 km away

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Goulburn Recreation Area
Image credit: Goulburn Mulwaree Council

Sports and Recreation Facilities

Goulburn Recreation Area

The Recreation Area is located on the corner of Bungonia Road. The complex occupies 45 hectares of land alongside the Mulwaree River. It is a Crown Reserve with Council as Trustee managing the complex. Council is assisted by a "Committee of Management" consisting of representatives from each of the main Recreation users. The main users of the Recreation Area consists of Greyhound Racing, Harness Racing and Training, AP and H Society (Show Society), Basketball, Poultry Fanciers, Rodeo, Dressage, Goulburn Dog Training and Kennel Club The Recreation Area may be booked for use by the community. A list of fees and charges for the use of the facilities may be found in the Council's adopted fees and charges schedule which is subject to change each financial year. Further information about Plans of Management and other activities at the Recreation Area are provided on the Goulburn Mulwaree Council website.

Goulburn NSW

30 km away

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Goulburn Recreation Area
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Sports and Recreation Facilities

Veolia Arena

The Veolia Arena is a leading indoor sporting and events attraction, hosting some of the region's most exciting competitions and community events throughout the year. Visitors can experience high-level fixtures including Hockey NSW and Hockey Australia Indoor Championships, alongside large-scale events such as the Geek Markets, Goulburn Show and major basketball showcases. The arena features two championship standard indoor courts with timber sprung flooring and professional competition lighting, creating an impressive setting for both sport and entertainment. Spectators can enjoy comfortable viewing areas, onsite canteen facilities, and easy access with ample parking and disability friendly design. A highlight of the venue is the Goulburn Sporting Hall of Fame, offering visitors insight into the region's rich sporting history and achievements. With a dynamic calendar of events, modern amenities, and a welcoming atmosphere, the Veolia Arena is a must-visit destination for sports fans, families, and event-goers alike.

Goulburn NSW

30 km away

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