Explore Deniliquin's unique lagoon system on the 1.4 kilometre Lagoons to River trail, which curves through the centre of town. The trail has signage along the way to keep you on track, show distances and highlight key attractions. With lots of spots to stop for a shady break, and shops along the way for supplies, this is a lovely way to spend a couple of hours in town.
The trail includes: Burchfield Park, McFaull Park, Waring Gardens, Gorman Park, Brown Park (also called the Werrnpanakata Lagoon) and Scott's Park.
The Island Sanctuary is a natural bushland reserve formed by the Edward River. Grassy areas and picnic tables make it ideal for families and visitors. The sanctuary is pet friendly, but dogs must stay on a leash to protect wildlife.
Flora and Fauna
The reserve is home to a variety of native animals, including red and grey kangaroos, black wallabies, echidnas, lizards, tortoises, and snakes.
More than 100 bird species have been recorded in the sanctuary. Waterbirds are common throughout the year. During floods, large numbers of Nankeen Night Herons and Intermediate Egrets nest within the reserve. River Red Gums dominate the landscape, alongside a small number of Black Box trees. Acacia dealbata is the only wattle species found on the island. Floodwaters help distribute seeds, supporting new growth throughout the reserve. River Couch and Kikuyu are the most common grasses.
Folklore
The sanctuary contains the burial site of "Old Jack", a member of the notorious Melville Gang. In 1851, Old Jack suffered fatal burns during a tragic accident in Deniliquin. He later received a bushman's burial near Tarangle Creek, beneath what became known as Jack's Tree.
Cultural Tours
Yarkuwa Indigenous Knowledge Centre offers guided tours of the sanctuary. Visitors can learn about traditional plant uses and view a scarred tree. Contact Yarkuwa on 03 5881 3312.
Murray Valley Regional Park is well known by mountain bikers for its fast and flowing cross-country routes through stunning forests. Expect lots of turns and log rollovers – it's mostly flat terrain with some gentle hills and one steep descent.
Choose from three loop trails: 7.6 kilometre or 11 kilometre or 12 kilometre. The trail network is structured around the existing kangaroo tracks found in the forest, so it has a minimal environmental impact.
These trails are rated as intermediate but are suitable for most riders. It takes about two hours to complete the full 12 kilometre loop.
No wheels? No worries, drop by the Visitor Information Centre in George Street to hire a mountain bike. It's free to hire – just call ahead to make sure bikes are available.
Since its official opening in 1876, the Deniliquin Town Hall has been home to community gatherings and ceremonies, performances and celebrations. Through fire and flood, the Town Hall has endured as an important meeting place for generations of the Edward River community.
Whether you are planning a small meeting, some company training, an exhibition, performance or conference, the Deniliquin Town Hall can provide you with the ideal space and expertise needed to make it a success.
McFaull Park in Civic Place has been developed into an open-air classroom to help people learn about the value of the wetlands, with interpretive signs so you can enjoy a self-navigable wetland walk.
Look out for native fish, including the endangered Southern Pygmy Perch, in the lagoons as well as a colourful array of birdlife including ducks, speckled geese, shags and pied cormorants. You might even spot a rare species such as the Australian Reed Warbler. The refuge in the centre of the lagoon is where the birds sit, rest and dry their wings. Every day they can be seen from the bird hide on the island.
You'll probably also see some water rats which love eating yabbies and small fish, and turtles which use the refuge for sunning and resting.
McFaull Park is also the site for the re-opened Skate Park. Following funding from the NSW State Government, the Skate Park has been re-built to include additional features for people of al skating ability to enjoy.
Situated on the edge of the Murray Valley Regional Park, yet just a stone’s throw from the town centre, the Deniliquin Golf Club boasts one of the nation’s most natural and beautiful courses.
With 18 carefully manicured fairways meandering around the waterways and forest, Deniliquin Golf Club is a mecca for native birds and wildlife. The club also offers a 'same day play' which is rare among the Murray courses.
The course itself is a par 72, comprising five par threes, five par fives and eight par fours. The front nine is shorter, though lots of water hazards require precision placement. The more open back nine allows you to open up with the driver, but beware the creeks and trees if you're too far off line.
The course is not long by today's standards - 5848 metres for men and 5118 metres for ladies - but challenges the accuracy of all players. Good shots are rewarded, but those who stray can find huge trees which line their fairways, Aljoes Creek which splits the course or one of the many water holes.
The greens are fast but true and kept in magnificent condition throughout the year.
The three statues, sculpted from drawings by architect Louis Harrison, represent the philosophies of Literature, Art and Science. Created by Ferrari Bros in Italy from Carrara marble they were originally located on a parapet at the front of Deniliquin's School of Arts in End Street.
When the School of Arts closed in 1943, the building was acquired by Deniliquin Council and housed the Regional Library from 1946 to 1967, which was the first regional library in Australia.
Following cracks appearing in 1950, the statues were removed and eventually restored and relocated to the Waring Gardens.
The Edward River Art Society Community Art Gallery showcases and sells original artworks by talented local artists from across the region.
Visitors can explore a diverse range of paintings, ceramics, sculpture, textiles and more.
Entry is free, and the gallery also features a small gift shop with unique handmade items created by local artists.
Located on Cressy Street in the heart of Deniliquin, Waring Gardens is a beloved green space offering something for everyone. Whether you're feeding the ducks by the lagoon, relaxing under the shade of a giant Moreton Bay fig, or watching the kids enjoy the enclosed playground, it's the perfect spot for a picnic.
Directly opposite one of Deni's best shopping strips, the gardens are both a scenic retreat and a cultural landmark. The site features the cenotaph and Vietnam Veterans memorial, honouring local service members' contributions.
Established in 1888 and named after Deniliquin's first Town Clerk, John Waring, the gardens began as a botanic testing ground for trees and shrubs suited to the local climate. Historic features like the band rotunda and creeper-covered fountain rotunda (erected in 1891) add to the charm.
A footbridge enhances the scenic lagoon system that weaves through the town centre, and on the corner of Edwardes & Cressy Streets, you'll find the Three Muses—marble sculptures representing Art, Science, and Literature, originally crafted in Italy and restored in 1997.
Perfect for weddings, markets, and concerts, Waring Gardens is not just a park—it's a living piece of Deniliquin's history and community life.
As the symbolic home of Australia's iconic ute, Deni has done more than anywhere else to celebrate this wonder of automotive usefulness. Rightfully earning the title of "Ute Capital of the World" – and even have a public art sculpture to prove it!
Reutilise, by award-winning local artist Stuart Taylor, is a life-size Holden ute made from metal objects found on farms in the area around Deniliquin. It's a homage to utes everywhere, and a celebration of the ingenuity of farmers and regional people across Australia. The sculpture can be found near the Peppin Heritage Centre in George Street, Deniliquin.
The Reutilise sculpture is Stuart's largest piece of work and highlights his signature style of repurposed scrap metal.
Reutilise is part of The Long Paddock's iconic ARTback outdoor sculpture series, which are located across the touring route from Moama to Wilcannia.
Deniliquin Memorial Park is a community sporting facility located on Memorial Drive, Deniliquin. It includes playing ovals and courts, clubrooms, offices, pavilions, animal pens, and playgroup headquarters. Originally named Jubilee Park, it was established and renamed in the late 1940s as a memorial to those who served in the Second World War.
Memorial Park is also home to the annual Deniliquin Show.
The entrance to park has a archway commemorating the war and the Centenary of Federation in 2001. The archway is fabricated from lightweight steel components and it is flanked by two low brick pillars. It was installed in 2001.
Shod by Jonathan Leahey is located near the Visitor Information Centre on George Street, Deniliquin. This sculpture pays homage to the hardworking stockmen and their horses.
Shod is part of The Long Paddock's iconic ARTback outdoor sculpture series, which are located across the touring route from Moama to Wilcannia.
This trail spans the historic touring route extending from Moama to Wilcannia, bringing the area's rich outback heritage to life through metallic and repurposed scrap metal artworks.
Edith Elsie is an eclectic emporium in the heart of Deniliquin's CBD, offering a delightful mix of new and vintage clothing, accessories and homewares. It's a place full of surprise and the thrill of serendipity.
In this bricks and mortar treasure trove, you'll find things you weren't looking for; a vintage jacket with personality, a quirky homeware piece, a gift that instantly brings someone to mind, a divine designer outfit you never imagined you could afford. The possibilities are endless and every visit reveals something new.
Edith Elsie is "real world" browsing at its best: tactile, immersive & full of nuance. It's a place where you can touch fabrics, feel textures, notice colours and details, inhale styles, a place where you can pick pieces up, hold them, try them on, see how they fall, how they sparkle, how they feel… most importantly how they make you feel.
It's a shop filled with memory, joy and beauty, the present and the future, full of fun, frivolity, quality and style.
Human connection, great conversation, genuine service, laughter & the stories behind each piece add warmth & meaning to the experience. At edith elsie, you're not just shopping; you're part of a moment.
edith elsie. Your style. Your story. Your kind of beautiful.
Located opposite the lovely Waring Gardens .
Windows to Our History is a collaborative project between Edward River Council and Deniliquin Business Chamber.
The project shines a light on some lesser-known characters and events from Deniliquin's history, with a series of stories told and illustrated by local artist Sivonne Binks and brought to life by local business VisAttak. With colourful characters such as Cyril Gove and his historic day competing in three different sports and Aileen Dent, a celebrated artist of Archibald fame, and the dashing bushranger Captain Melville, the eye-catching artworks will give an entertaining window to our history for locals and visitors.
The decals are installed at various shop facades in Napier and Cressy Streets, with a flyer available at the Deniliquin Visitor Information Centre. At any given time there may be in excess of three shop window 'Windows to our History' installations.
The Peppin Heritage Centre is situated in George Street, Deniliquin. It was originally the Deniliquin Public School, and renamed the Peppin Heritage Centre in honour of the Peppin family and the influence they had on the founding of the merino sheep industry in the area.
The Peppin Heritage Centre incorporates the Visitor Information Centre and Gallery. It will soon also host a museum, which is currently under redevelopment, and they hope to open soon.
When visiting Deniliquin, please call into the Visitor Information Centre where staff and wonderful volunteers will be only too willing to provide you with the information that you need.
Coach tours are welcome and parking and facilities are available next door.
Our River by Rachel Braybon is an adaption of the logo from the Yarkuwa Rangers, designed by Liticia Ross to represent the role of Rangers caring for Country to maintain the local river system, and to preserve the knowledge of the riverine environment for the benefit of the broader community.
The three waves represent the sky, land and water on the Kolety Werkul River System where the Wamba Wamba Perrepa Perrepa people have always lived.
The sky – The Wamba Wamba Perrepa Perrepa people look to the sky, the first wave, to tell stories with the stars and to identify changes in weather.
The land – The middle wave is the home, the connection to sky and river.
The river – The third wave is the lifeline, song lines and food source. It is life itself.
The Deniliquin Lions Club Community Market is a fun community market held on the fourth Saturday of every month.
From seedlings and sculptures to clothing, fresh fruit and veggies to local produce, toys and more.
This vibrant market in the heart of Deniliquin is set amongst the shady Moreton Bay fig trees of the historic Waring Gardens.
Green lawns overlooking the picturesque lagoon are the perfect spot to enjoy a hearty barbecue breakfast cooked on-site topped off with your favourite brew from the coffee van.
Kids will love watching the antics of the ducks paddling under the lagoon's fountains and spotting native fish and turtles from the footbridge. They can also enjoy the enclosed playground within the gardens.
An iconic symbol of Deniliquin's identity and its famous Deni Ute Muster, this larger-than-life display is impossible to miss. Suspended high above the ground, the ute proudly reflects the region's deep love of utes, mateship, and a good time. It's a favourite selfie spot and a must-see for every visitor.
The Deniliquin "Ute on a Pole" is located on the river's edge in Charlotte Street, Deniliquin, NSW. Erected in 2000, it features a bright red Holden WB V8 Ute mounted on a six-metre pole to celebrate the town's Guinness World Record for the largest parade of utes.
At the heart of Deni is the Edward River (Kolety), a place of natural beauty that’s home to well-loved beaches, swimming spots, boat ramps, long stretches to explore by kayak, and plenty of places to throw in a line in search of Murray Cod.
Here the water calls you to go at your own speed, from the thrill of water-skiing to a quiet float as the currents take you past the majestic red forest gums that line the riverbanks.
The Edward River (Kolety) lies within the traditional lands of the Wamba Wamba Perrepa Perrepa Nations. The traditional name for the river is ‘Kolety’ (pronounced ‘kol-etch’).
The Edward River (Kolety) around Deniliquin is divided into a ski zone and a no-ski zone, so it’s up to you whether you want adrenalin pumping action in your speed boat or to take things easy in your kayak or houseboat.
The Edward River Oval Off-Leash Dog Park is located just over the National Bridge off the Cobb Highway in North Deniliquin. Dogs can run freely and play without restriction in an off-lead park, however they must remain under effective control at all times and you must be within 50 metres of your pet. Please make sure you "scoop the poop" and keep the area clean for everyone.
The dog park has unfenced areas, as well as separate fenced areas for big and small dogs, double-gated entry, unshaded seating, plastic chairs for seating, water tap and bins.
A glorious place to sit, walk through and enjoy, the Werrpanakata Lagoon is part of the overall 'Living Lagoons Project' being undertaken in Deniliquin in partnership with the general community, Murray LLS, Edward Wakool Angling Association, Edward River Council, the Rice Growers Association, the Deniliquin High School and Yarkuwa.
Meaning 'Fishing Place' this community outdoor educational facility helps showcase the native fish and their habitat, the importance of wetlands in the local Indigenous community.
The 22.8-metre water tower is located in Scott's Park , Deniliquin. Acclaimed street artist Cam Scale completed the full mural which wraps around the tower in 2019. The mural transitions from two kookaburras resting on gum tree branches to a starry night sky.
The water tower is located in the Scott's Park precinct, on the corner of Russell and Whitelock Streets. The precinct includes a large nature-based playground, BMX pump track, swimming pool, splash park, indoor heated pool, lagoon walking trail and community garden.
This impressive tower is directly opposite the White Lion Hotel, fondly known as "The Zoo" to locals. The pub offers hearty meals and cold drinks, and in the warmer months you can dine outdoors in the beer garden - it also happens to have a first class view of the Water Tower.
Blake Botanic Reserve is part of a natural lagoon system, a distinctive feature of Deniliquin, which meanders through the township. The lagoons eventually flow into the Edward River (Kolety), an anabranch of the Murray River (Dhungala).
In 1985 local residents together with the Southern Riverina Field Naturalists through the leadership of the then president, Graham Harrington, and Deniliquin Municipal Council commenced work revegetating the site with local native plant species. The project sought to create examples of the different plant community types found in the southern Riverina to provide an educational experience for locals and tourists alike. The Reserve is comprised of various basic soil types and associated vegetation which support beneficial birds and insects. They are River Red Gum; White Cypress Pine; Grey Box; Black Box; Boree and Saltbush.
More recently the site has been used to showcase traditional First Nations Scar Trees practices.
Information is available at the Deniliquin Visitor Information Centre, including Tom Wheller's bird guide.
The Depot brings history to life in Deniliquin with a unique collection of vehicles and memorabilia that tell stories of life at home and on the road.
Visitors can immerse themselves in the past amongst the family-friendly interactive displays and activities.
With touches of Hollywood, trucking and transport, Australian motoring, rescue vehicles and cars from all around the world, The Depot is full of nostalgia and discovery.
