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Gilgandra

Soaked in military history, art and culture and a relaxing way of life, Gilgandra is a popular stop on the Newell. Located 45 minutes from Dubbo and perfectly half way between Melbourne and Brisbane, Gilgandra is at the junction of three major highways, Newell, Oxley and Castlereagh.

This charming town offers a selection of affordable accommodation, restaurants, cafes, bakery, shopping, events, sightseeing, attractions and entertainment.

It’s a great place to stop and stretch your legs, or spend a few days discovering the region. The Coo-ee Heritage Centre takes you back to 1915, telling the story of the sons that left Gilgandra to honour their country and walked the Coo-ee March to become a part of history.

The Hitchen House located in the CBD portrays the spirit of the digger, with a collection of Boer War, WWI, WWII, Vietnam and the 1915/1916 recruitment marches memorabilia on display.

Along the Gilgandra Newell route is the historic village of Tooraweenah, nestled in the foothills of the Warrumbungles, meander through the scenic Warrumbungle Tourist Drive onto Coonabarabran.

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Gilgandra Visitor Information

Gilgandra Coo-ee Heritage Centre

Coo-ee Park, Newell Highway Gilgandra 2827

P: 02 6817 8700
W: www.gilgandra.nsw.gov.au

Top Five
HISTORY, ART & CULTURE

100 years of Coo-ee March, at the Coo-ee Heritage Centre, and discover art and culture. See the Big Windmill at the Rural Museum or explore who defended our country in war memorabilia at The Hitchen House.

NATURAL WONDERS & GARDENS

Go bush walking or picnicking at the Flora Reserve and camping in the Warrumbungle National Park, visit over 400 species of cacti at Orana Cactus World or go bush in Breelong National Park.

THRILLS & SPILLS

Octane-filled action at Gilgandra Speedway Oct – Nov, riding high in the saddle at Gilgandra Rodeo – Oct long weekend.

MILLER STREET & CBD

Community Plaza Coo-ee statue, antiques, local arts and crafts, boutiques, Target Country, IGA, bakery, start of Coo-ee March monument, The Hitchen House.

WINDMILL WALK

Meander along the river bank on the shady windmill walk pass rural museum, Coo-ee Heritage Centre, leafy Hunter Park, all the VISITOR way to the CBD.

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