Visit Dubbo + Great Western Plains

23/07/2025

GILGANDRA REGION // Soulful Sunday 🌻🌱

A day retreat could be just what the doctor ordered.

Visit Gilgandra Region on Sunday 9 August for a Plant Based Cooking and Yoga Day at Curban Community Hall & Tennis Courts with guest Jeevi Laughing Chef and Emma from Inner Peace Getaways.

For more info and tickets 👉 gilgandraregion.com.au

23/07/2025

WARRUMBUNGLE REGION // Grill and Chill🔥

Get ready for a fiery foodie showdown 🥩🥓

The Royal Hotel Mendooran is hosting its first-ever Campfire Cook Off on Saturday 9 August from 12pm.

🍽️ Competition Categories
• Damper
• Dinner
• Dessert

Expect great eats, live music, and good vibes, all by the campfire.

Campers, cooks, and country hospitality lovers won't want to miss it.

For more information visit 👉 Warrumbungleregion.com.au

14/07/2025

NARROMINE // Gallop ahead 🏇

🏆 Three Rivers Machinery Narromine Gold Cup
🗓 Sunday 24 August 2025

Get set for a spectacular day of racing at the prettiest racecourse in Western NSW.
Tickets on sale now via 123tix - don't miss your chance to be part of the day!

Visit Narromine Region, it's worth the drive 🚗

See you at the track!

10/07/2025

WARREN // Visitors welcome, but we're watching 🐑🐏

You may think it's fun to watch the sheep... but trust us, they are watching you too!

Out on the farms around Warren, it's not just the locals who will give you the once over - our woolly residents are keeping a keen eye on the visitors as well 👀

Whether you're stopping for a farm stay, touring a shearing shed, or just snapping a few photos from the fence, don't be surprised if you are under fluffy surveillance.

Because out here, it's not just about the 'people' you meet - it's personalities.

Take a walk in the country. Discover Warren.

Plan an adventure to discover the Great Western Plains 👉 GreatWesternPlains.com.au

📸 Belinda Dimarzio-Bryan

07/07/2025

NARROMINE // Winter wanders at the Narromine Wetlands ❄

Crisp air, golden light, and peaceful paths - winter is a magical time to explore the Narromine Wetlands 🦆

Wrap up warm and enjoy a stroll along the walking tracks, spot local birds, and take in the stillness of the season and a friendly goose or two!

A perfect way to clear your head and embrace winter in the Narromine Region.

Visit Narromine Region, it’s worth the drive 🚗

Plan an adventure to discover the Great Western Plains 👉 GreatWesternPlains.com.au

03/07/2025

WARREN // Good fuel, great people 🚗⛽

Every great country adventure needs a reliable pit stop - and in Warren, you will find great service with a smile.

Whether you are topping up the tank, grabbing supplies, or just asking for local tips, our friendly locals are here to make sure your journey runs smoothly.

From fuel to food, to advice and directions, you are always welcome here!

Because in Warren, it's not just about where you are going - it's about who helps you get there.

Take a walk in the country. Discover Warren.

Plan an adventure to discover the Great Western Plains 👉 GreatWesternPlains.com.au

📷 Belinda Dimarzio-Bryan

02/07/2025

ARMATREE // Sunsets and country feels 🌇

Armatree is a little GEM of a village found 20 minutes drive North of Gilgandra, offering an authentic country experience.

The Armatree Hotel has re-opened thanks to new owners, Brett & Renee!! The hotel is quite literally the hub of this village, offering a friendly environment to catch up with friends and share a drink and nice meal 🍺🍽

Did someone say roadtrip? 🚗

Why not make a day of it and visit Brett and Renee at the pub for a meal, have a stroll across to the sculpture, memorial and information boards and then head home on dark to catch a glimpse of the expansive sunsets across the Gilgandra Region plains.

Plan an adventure to discover the Great Western Plains 👉 GreatWesternPlains.com.au

Gilgandra Region

02/07/2025

NYNGAN REGION // DUCK CREEK PICNIC RACES 🏇

The unmissable social highlight of the Western Plains calendar returns - and it’s more than just a race day, it’s a full-blown celebration!

Held 12pm to late on Saturday 5 July
No ticket, no entry - tickets can be purchased online 👉www.123tix.com.au/events/48167/duck-creek-picnic-races

After a sell-out in 2024, the incredible Furnace And The Fundamentals return to headline what promises to be another unforgettable event.

What’s on:
Six-Race program 🏇
Duck Pond Luncheon 🦆
Fashions on the field 👔👗
Courtesy buses runs on 30 minute schedule 🚌
FREE Camping available (ticket required to access carpark) ⛺

Visit page Duck Creek Picnic Races for more information.
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29/06/2025

NARROMINE // Unlock the fun 🔑

Kickstart the School Holidays in the Narromine Region!

Do you remember the magic of an old-fashioned childhood – days filled with exhaustion, belly laughs and sunshine-fuelled adventures?

Let your kids experience that same pure joy these school holidays! Run wild through our parks, wander around the peaceful wetlands and have a picnic by the Macquarie River.

Browse our much-loved country stores, enjoy a coffee from one of our many cafés and soak up the serenity of our wide-open spaces.

This is where memories are made.

Visit Narromine Region, it’s worth the drive 🚗

26/06/2025

NEVERTIRE // Cold beers, warm hearts 🍻💙

Out here, it's not just about the drinks - it's about the people.

Step into the Nevertire Pub and you'll find stories flowing as freely as the beers, with locals ready to share a yarn, a laugh, and maybe even a bit of country wisdom.

Whether you are passing through or making it a destination, this is the kind of pub where you don't just sip a cold one - you make a memory.

Swing by, pull up a stool, and discover why the heart of the outback beats loudest at the bar.

Take a walk in the country.

Plan an adventure to discover Warren and the Great Western Plains 👉 GreatWesternPlains.com.au

📷 Belinda Dimarzio-Bryan

26/06/2025

Looking for a unique way to connect with nature? 🎨🥾

Check out this event from NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service - a perfect blend of creativity and the great outdoors in the stunning Warrumbungle Ranges!

BOOTS AND BRUSHES WALK/HIKE

🎨 Boots & Brushes: Guided Walk and Art Tour

📍 Warrumbungle National Park

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service invites you to lace up your boots and pack your paintbrush for a creative afternoon in nature. Join a Discovery Ranger for a scenic 6km return guided walk to Spirey View Lookout. Along the way, take in the breathtaking views and let the natural beauty of the Warrumbungle Ranges inspire your artistic side.

🗓 Tour Dates:
June – 3, 10, 17, 24
July – 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
August – 5, 12
🕐 Time: 1:00 PM – 5:30 PM
📍 Meeting Point: Camp Pincham Carpark
🧭 Trail Grade: Medium difficulty with uphill sections and steps

🎨 Participants are encouraged to bring their own art supplies to sketch, paint or journal their impressions at the lookout. This is a unique opportunity to connect with both nature and creativity in a World Heritage-listed landscape.

🎒 What to Bring: Art materials, water, hat, sunscreen, sturdy footwear, and weather-appropriate clothing.

🚗 Park Entry Fee: $8 per vehicle
🎟 Bookings Essential: Call 1300 072 757 or https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/things-to-do/guided-tours/boots-and-brushes-tour

👥 Group Bookings: For groups, phone (02) 6825 4364

Discover the stories of the landscape with your guide, meet like-minded adventurers, and enjoy an inspiring afternoon of art in nature.

For more events across the region, visit: https://www.warrumbungleregion.com.au/Whats-On

24/06/2025

NYNGAN // Something for everyone ⛅

Bogan River in Winter? Absolutely.

Don’t let the season stop your river adventures.

🧺 Enjoy a lazy picnic in the winter sun
🐟 Try your luck fishing
🦆 Spot native birds on a peaceful riverside stroll

The Bogan River is flowing with ways to unwind - even in winter.

Plan an adventure to discover the Great Western Plains 👉 GreatWesternPlains.com.au

📍 On the banks of the Bogan River, Nyngan.