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 Drenched with character |
Kings Highway Canberra, ACT 2621 Australia |
This village is guaranteed to charm. Alive and vibrant, the historic character has been remarkably well-preserved. With a plethora of fine craft shops and galleries, such as the Woodwork Galleries, Bungendore Leather and Wild Places Gallery, there is more than enough to see (and buy) in one day. There is no shortage of accommodation from bed and breakfasts to the luxury of the historic Elmslea Homestead or The Carrington. Bungendore also has a variety of eateries from simple pizzerias, bakeries, cafes and restaurants. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Kim Hedrich |
 Photo: Adrian Tritschler  |
 Photo: Kim Hedrich |
 Photo: Geoff Cark |
 Photo: Adrian Tritschler |
 Wildlife, heritage and picnics |
Via Old Cooma Road Googong Canberra, ACT 2620 Australia +61 2 6207 2779 |
The Googong Dam and foreshores is managed by Australian Capital Territory Parks and Reserves as a water catchment, wildlife refuge and public recreation area. Maps of the area showing walking trails can be obtained from the Visitor Centre, located near the main entrance gates. The southern end of the foreshores include some interesting landmarks including a natural stone arch, London Bridge, formed from water dissolving the limestone rocks and creating caves underneath it. Other activities include sailing, canoeing, fishing, bushwalking and picnicking. Picnic and barbecue facilities are downstream of the dam wall and at London Bridge Woolshed. The parks are a twenty minute drive from central Canberra. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Lachie Cox |
 Photo: Lachie Cox |
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Oldest inland city in Australia |
Hume Highway Canberra, ACT 2580 Australia +61 2 4823 4492 (Tourist Information) http://www.goulburn.nsw.gov.au |
Rich in romantic history, full of bushrangers and pioneers, Goulburn has always had an interest in law enforcement - as demonstrated by its magnificent Court House. Goulburn is also rich in commerce, having been and remaining a major wool producer. It was gazetted a city of the British Empire in 1863, the beginning of a boom time for Goulburn with much of its historic architecture stemming from this era. View Goulburn from the imposing War Memorial, then visit the many attractions including Belmore Park, St Saviour's Cathedral, Steam Museum, many craft and antique galleries and more. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: jingrc85 |
 Photo: Andrea Schaffer |
 Photo: F M Woods |
 Photo: Steve Bittinger |
 Photo: Alison Camwell |
 Photo: Leon Pun |
 Photo: Mary |
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A queen of cities |
Kings Highway Canberra, ACT 2620 Australia +61 2 6298 0241 / +61 2 6298 0242 (Tourist Information) http://www.queanbeyan.nsw.gov.au |
In 1820, three explorers came across the junction of two small streams flowing into a snug valley to the east of the Limestone Plains. A natural halting place for travellers, this site evolved into Queanbeyan. With a population of 28,000, Queanbeyan's development has been closely tied to that of Canberra. It was proclaimed a city in 1972 and now offers great facilities, shopping and service industries. The many attractions include Molonglo Gorge, Googong Dam and Foreshores, many beautiful city parks and historic buildings such as Ye Olde Kent House. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: gailnbruce |
 Photo: Brooke Lenon |
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Australia's Wool History |
Junction Hume & Barton Highways Canberra, ACT 2582 Australia +61 2 6226 2557 http://www.yass.nsw.gov.au |
The name of this town means "running water" and was used by the Ngunnawal Aboriginal people to describe its position on the Yass River. The area was settled by Europeans in the early 1820s and began its rich tradition of fine quality wool production. Today the town still retains much of its colonial flavour due in part to a face lift undertaken in the mid 1990s by the shire. The visitor can enjoy wrought iron verandahs, cottage gardens, quaint paving and an abundance of places to eat and stay. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Mik Scheper |
 Photo: phil dick |
 Photo: Claire James |