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Bathurst, gateway to central New South Wales, is located at the junction of three highways – the Great Western, Mid Western and Mitchell Highways. It is a beautiful city located beside the Macquarie River, with a town centre that features historic buildings and leafy parks. Bathurst was declared a town site in 1815, making it Australia’s first inland settlement, and the town boomed after the discovery of gold there in the mid 1800’s. It is renowned for its history and you will have fun wandering the streets discovering the plaques, monuments, parks and buildings that contribute to the story of Bathurst. The Visitor Information Centre has maps of self-guided walks and heritage drives for the city and the region, as well as information on where to throw in a line or spread out your picnic blanket. They also have a fully restored Cobb & Co coach. For more history on the region visit the Bathurst District Historical Society, which is housed in the very impressive Courthouse building. In addition there is also the Australian Fossil and Mineral Museum, which includes a complete T-Rex skeleton. For those more interested in the modern day, you can drive around the Mount Panorama motor-racing circuit. At the bottom, visit the National Motor Racing Museum and look out for the photo opportunity just outside, where you can become ‘King of the Mountain’. Just outside of Bathurst are the historic gold villages of Hill End, Sofala and Wattle Flat, as well as the heritage listed Rockley and Trunkey Creek, gateway to the lovely Abercrombie Caves. Each village has its own stories for you to uncover while you mingle with the locals, visit the cemeteries and ramble the country roads.The city of Bathurst has all the modern conveniences and businesses to complement your travels, with a nice mix of boutiques, shops and major retail outlets. A dump point is located at Caravan Solutions in Corporation Avenue and parking is available at Berry Park on Lions Club Drive.Bathurst is a great location to use as a base while you explore the surrounding areas. There’s heaps to do, lots of places to explore and characters to meet.Tourist/Visitor CentreBathurst VIC, 1 Kendall Ave, Bathurst NSWPh: 02 6332 1444visitors@bathurst.nsw.gov.au www.visitbathurst.com.au Casual ParkingCouncil car park, Elizabeth St (behind McDonalds); Bathurst Visitor Information Cenre, 1 Kendall Ave (opposite Showground); Lower end of Howick St for vehicles over 11mShort & Long Term ParkingBerry Park, Lions Club DrvDump PointBathurst Regional Council Waste Water Treatment Works. Morrisset StMon-Fri: 8am–3pm, Sat, Sun & public Hols: 8am-12pmPotable WaterBathurst VIC, 1 Kendall AveHospitalHowick St, Ph: 02 6339 5311Doctors Surgery123 Howick St, Ph: 02 6332 4266; 46 Keppel St, Ph: 02 6331 7077; 115 George St, Ph: 02 6332 5355; 116 Russell St, Ph: 02 6331 2266; Cnr Marsden Lane & Gilmore St, Ph: 02 6332 5857; Cnr Suttor St & Wark Pde, Ph: 02 6332 5500Dentist104 Piper St, Ph: 02 6331 3364; 3/90 Keppel St, Ph: 02 6331 3699; 154 Bentinck St, Ph: 02 6331 7877PharmacyShop 18, Stockland Centre, Ph: 02 6331 9033; Metro Plaza, Ph: 02 6331 2599; George St, Ph: 02 6331 4033; Wark Pde, Ph: 02 6331 3190; 165 Howick St, Ph: 02 6331 2955; Shop MM4, Bathurst City Centre, Ph: 02 6332 6008 Supermarket Coles, Bathurst Chase, William St; Aldi, Russell St; Woolworths, Bathurst City Centre & Stockland Centre

Rosebery is a quaint town located 25 km north-east of Zeehan, on the northern end of the West Coast Range of Tasmania.  The town nestles in a temperate rain-forested valley between three mountains, Mt Murchison to the east, Mt Black to the north and Mt Read to the south. Rosebery is the perfect base for excursions to the beautiful natural wonders of the north-west, such as Cradle Mountain, the Franklin-Gordon River and the magnificent rainforests of the Hellyer Gorge. Stitt Park, located on the Murchison Hwy, (near the river) offers visitors to Rosebery short and long term parking. There is no fee to park here and stays are limited to 72 hours. Potable water can be obtained from the Cnr Morrisby St & Arthur Street, (near public toilets), and a dump point can be found at Park Rd, opposite the caravan park. Rosebery is a perfect place to visit and base yourself when exploring the West Coast Range. Fishing, canoeing, white water rafting, rock climbing, golf, mining tours or just plain walking - it's all available, and for photographers, it is a case of ‘can't take a bad picture if you want to’. Budding geologists too will find the area of great interest. In the 1890s, gold, lead, zinc and copper were all discovered in the area. This lasted until the mine's closure in 1913. In 1927, the Mount Lyell Mining and Railway Company revived the mines, and today the mines are still running (owned and operated by MMG Rosebery). So be prepared to be captivated by the breathtaking scenery of this area and allow plenty of time to discover and explore its natural attractions.Tourist/Visitor Centre       The Esplanade, Strahan TASPh: 03 6472 6800 or Freecall: 1800 352 200tourism@westernwilderness.com.auwww.westernwilderness.com.auCasual Parking       Agnes St, large vehicle entry via Arthur St & Morrisby StShort & Long Term Parking        Stitt Park on the Murchison Hwy, near river, (72hr)Dump Point  Park Rd opposite the caravan parkPotable Water          Cnr Morrisby St & Arthur St, (near public toilets)Hospital        Hospital Rd, Ph: 03 6473 5700Doctors Surgery     Hospital Rd, Ph: 03 6473 5732Pharmacy     Agnes St, Ph: 03 6473 1609Supermarket            Value Plus, Agnes St, Ph: 03 6473 1152

This friendly bowling club offers a maximum 48 hour stay for free as long as you patronise the club and use their bistro and bar facilities.  Toilets and showers are available in the club house.  They offer unpowered facilities and a dump station.  Enter the camping area via Steven Street.The bar is open everday from 11am until late. The dining room is open for lunch daily from 12noon until 2pm.  Dinner, Sunday to Wednesday is open from 6pm until 8pm.  Dinner, Thursday to Saturday is open from 6pm until 8:30pm.Parking: Parking on site (facilities of club must be used), self containted vehicles only, 48rs, nil cost, pets on lead, WiFi availableOpening Hours: Bar 11.00am - late, Bistro also available