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The Kidman Way - Backtrack to the Outback

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The Kidman Way - Backtrack to the Outback

The Kidman Way is a sealed north-south touring route through the centre of NSW.

Discover sights and stories from Jerilderie to Darlington Point, onto Griffith, Hillston, Cobar and Bourke. Welcome to your next epic road trip 🚙👋

The Kidman Way cuts through the heart of outback NSW, guiding you from Jerilderie all the way to the Queensland border. Take a journey through wide open spaces and produce-rich farmland, alongside and across majestic rivers, stopping in at character-fi

lled towns along the way. It’s all inspired by pastoralist Sir Sidney Kidman’s desire to open up inland Australia.

05/09/2026

You know we love an outback sunset 💛 It’s even better when you can get a picture-perfect postcard shot at the same time.

Sooooo… When are you road tripping our way?

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📍 Visit Bourke , NSW

31/08/2026

A chicken… made of oranges… in a deck chair? No, you’re not seeing things, and it’s not generated with you-know-what.

For two weeks every October, Griffith becomes home to dozens of sculptures made of real-life oranges and grapefruit grown in the surrounding region.

They’re the highlight of Griffith Spring Fest and the event itself is a highlight on Griffith’s annual events calendar. Over two weeks, the festival celebrates spring with everything from open gardens to cooking demonstrations.

Best start planning for this year, folks, it’ll be the 11-24 October 2026.

📍, NSW

28/08/2026

A day out at the races is an essential part of the experience around here and the Jerilderie Gold Cup Races aren’t too far away!

Head to the Jerilderie Race Club Jerilderie Race Club on Saturday 26 September and enjoy a day of country racing at its finest with a six race program and, of course, Fashions on the Field. There’ll also be free kids entertainment, both metropolitan and local bookmakers, full bar and catering facilities. You can even reserve a marquee or umbrella package for the full experience.

📍 Jerilderie, Murrumbidgee Council , NSW

18/08/2026

Outback sunsets are a thing of wonder, and we know the best spot 🧡

A 30-minute drive from Bourke is Mount Oxley at Rossmore Station. Visiting here does require a permit (it’s private property) so you can buy a day pass from the Back O’Bourke Information & Exhibition Centre or book one of their camping spots directly.

And it’s worth it for views like this. Rumour has it you can see 10% of all NSW from the peak 😉

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📍 Mount Oxley at Rossmore Station, near Visit Bourke , NSW

13/08/2026

You know those places that are meant to be quick stops? Yeah, unfortunately those don’t really exist along the Kidman Way.

You pull into a town thinking an hour will be enough to stretch your legs and maybe grab lunch, then suddenly you’re rearranging your whole itinerary because there’s more to see and explore than you expected.

Best you know about these before you hit the road:

1. Black Stump Hotel, Merriwagga, Visit Carrathool Shire
2. Altina Wildlife Park , near Darlington Point
3. Griffith Mural Art Traill, Visit Griffith
4. Hillston Swing Bridge over the Lachlan River, Hillston
5. Cobar Sound Chapel, Visit Cobar
6. Gundabooka National Park, near Visit Bourke
7. 'Sunset Over the Lachlan', Hillston water tower, Hillston

Oh, and save this for your next Kidman Way drive.

📍 The Kidman Way, NSW

10/08/2026

Take the Kidman Way on your next road trip 🚙

Named for Sir Sidney Kidman’s inspiring vision to open inland Australia, part of the route was used as stock routes by Kidman and his business enterprise as he built up significant holdings of pastoral land throughout Australia from the late 1800s through to his death in 1935.

Before you hit the road, explore the historic town of Jerilderie and its infamous Ned Kelly connection. From there, you’ll head through Coleambally and Darlington Point toward Griffith, then onto Hillston, Cobar and through to Bourke. Along the way, you’ll discover produce-rich farmlands, historic towns and majestic rivers.

With so much to see and explore, are you ready for your adventure along the Kidman Way?

Start planning now: www.kidmanway.org.au

📍 The Kidman Way, NSW

07/08/2026

7 million sheep have been through, now it’s your turn 👏

Toganmain Woolshed is along the Murrumbidgee River between Darlington Point and Carrathool, and more than 150 years old. Once home to the height of 1880s technology (aka the Wolseley Sheep Shearing Machine), it’s the largest remaining woolshed in the Riverina region of NSW.

If you want to explore, time your visit with their open days (the next one is 12 September) where you can wander through the precinct and chat to knowledgeable volunteers along the way.

Continue the fun with Cocktails in the Yard, a nighttime event where you’ll find cocktails, canapés and live music. (Booking essential for that one: https://toganmain.org.au/cocktails)
📍Toganmain Woolshed Precinct, near Darlington Point, Murrumbidgee Council , NSW

04/08/2026

The Jandra Paddleboat is back on the water for the season 🚢

Cruising along the Darling River should absolutely be on your itinerary when exploring the Visit Bourke region on your Kidman Way road trip. It usually runs daily cruises between April and October each year, depending on river conditions, of course.

You get an incredible view of the North Bourke Bridge as you pass underneath, and the captain’s commentary means you’ll learn more about the area and riverboat history.

Buy tickets onboard (arrive early) or at the Back O' Bourke Information & Exhibition Centre and while you’re there be sure to check out what else Bourke has to explore too, you might want to stay a few days at least, there’s plenty to explore around here.

Will we see you on the river soon?

📍 Visit Bourke , NSW

31/07/2026

From rodeos to long lunches, here’s what’s filling the calendar along the Kidman Way over the next few months…

8 Aug | Louth Races
24-30 Aug | A Taste of Italy in Visit Griffith
28-31 Aug | Hillston Hook Line & Sinker Fishing Festival
12 Sep | Yenda Group Griffith Cup at Griffith Jockey Club
19 Sep | Enngonia Races
19 Sep | Pig Day Out at the The Punt Hotel , Darlington Point
26 Sep | Jerilderie Race Club Gold Cup Races
3 Oct | Cobar Rodeo.
4 Oct | Griffith Show Society Inc. Annual Show
10 Oct | Back O Bourke Stampede Peter Simmonds Memorial Pro Rodeo
11-24 Oct | Griffith Spring Fest + Citrus Sculptures
23-25 Oct | Cobar Festival of the Miners Ghost

📍 The Kidman Way, NSW

P.S. If you’re not travelling right now, most of these are annual so mark spring 2027 in your planner.

27/07/2026

7 sculptures to find on your Kidman Way adventure 👀

1. The General & The Bushranger in Jerilderie (this one’s Ned Kelly paying a young Sir John Monash to mind his horse)
2. The Resilience Sculpture along the Mid-Western Highway at Rankins Springs, a short detour from the Kidman Way, Visit Carrathool Shire
3. Cobar Mining Heritage PaVisit Cobar
4. The famous citrus sculptures in Visit Griffith , you can see these for two weeks each October as part of Griffith Spring Fest
5. The Kidman Way sign, Wallanthery
6. Coleambally has lots of sculptures scattered around town, including these emus, a goanna, brolga + more
7. Wallys Junk Art Gallery , also in Rankins Springs just east of Goolgowi, Visit Carrathool Shire

There’s plenty more to discover along the way too. Start planning your visit.

📍 The Kidman Way, NSW

Address

Kidman Way
Griffith, NSW
2680

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm
Saturday	9am - 3pm
Sunday	9am - 3pm

Website

http://www.kidmanway.org.au/

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