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Wynyard is a relatively big town, located on the north-west coast of Tasmania, 17km west of Burnie. With a population exceeding 13,500, Wynyard is a rural town with its industries being dairy and agriculture. It is also a great fishing destination where the fresh catch of the day is cooked while you watch the boats come in.Those visiting Wynyard can find a dump point and potable water can be found at Transfer Station, Goldie Street.Wynyard; a place of natural beauty, with waterfalls and forests to enjoy, is a perfect holiday destination. There is plenty to see and do within the area, including beach activities, ocean and river fishing, scenic drives through picturesque landscapes, as well as kayaking and waterside walks. Behind Wynyard are small villages dotted along country roads, each with broad views of beautiful patchwork green, gold and brown farmland. Every September and October the Table Cape Tulip Farm bursts into colour, with a vast array of tulips. Table Cape is an almost circular volcanic outcrop overlooking Wynyard, with its northern face rising 170 metres above sea level. The Table Cape Lookout and Lighthouse, established in 1888, is the best place to take in this magnificent view.Tourist/Visitor Centre       8 Exhibition Link, Wynyard TASPh: 03 6443 8330wowreception@warwyn.tas.gov.auwww.wowtas.com.auCasual Parking       Wonders of Wynyard Exhibition and Information Centre, 8 Exhibition Link, long bay parkingShort Term Parking           Wynyard Showgrounds, 72 hours, self-contained only, $10pvpn Dump Point  Transfer Stn, Goldie StPotable Water          Transfer Stn, Goldie StHospital        North West Regional Hosp, 23 Brickport Rd Burnie, Ph: 03 6430 6666, (15min)Doctors Surgery     138 Goldie St, Ph: 03 6442 2201; Clinic, 24 Saunders St, Ph: 03 6442 1700Dentist           23 Goldie St, Ph: 03 6442 1200Pharmacy     Dixon's Pharmacy, 112 Goldie St, Ph: 03 6442 2132; Health Point Pharmacy, 8a Inglis St, Ph: 6442 4323Supermarket            IGA, 36 Park St, Ph: 03 6442 2524; Woolworths, 106-110 Goldie St, Ph: 6442 3023

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

Nyngan is located on the banks of the Bogan River, near the junction of the Barrier Highway to South Australia and Mitchell Highway to Queensland. It is 583 kilometres north-west of Sydney in central west NSW. The towns historical buildings and places of interest include the post office, courthouse, town hall, Anglican and Catholic churches and a number of private homes, which serve as a reminder that Nyngan was once a major rail centre for the whole of north-west New South Wales.Nyngan’s streets are wide and straight, with ample parking areas close to the town centre, and tourist attractions such as the Nyngan Museum and Mid-State Shearing Shed Museum. Rotary Park on the Bogan River is an excellent picnic spot with easily accessible parking, toilets, bbq’s and tables available. The usually serene river offers excellent opportunities for fishing, skiing and bird watching.Tourist/Visitor Information CentreNyngan Accredited Visitor Information CentreRailway SquarePh: 02 6832 1056Casual Parking (near retail centre)Teamster’s Rest Area, Pangee St (toilets, picnic tables)Flood Memorial Park, Nymagee St (beside Mid-State Shearing Shed Museum)Nyngan AVIC & Museum Car Park, Railway Square (toilet, picnic tables in Davidson Park)Short Term ParkingFlood Memorial Car Park, Nymagee St (beside Mid-State Shearing Shed Museum), 24hrs with no charge, toilets, picnic tables, dump point and potable water.CMCA Nyngan Van Park, Old Warren Rd, member prices are $14 per couple per night unpowered and $26 per couple per night powered. Self contained options also available.Nyngan Weir, off Ski Lane.  Approx 5km south from town centre. nil charge, toilets, picnic tables, firepit.Dump PointFlood Memorial Car Park, Nymagee StLat: -31.561796 Long: 147.196540Potable WaterTeamster's Rest Area, Pangee StFlood Memorial Car Park, Nymagee StHospital15 Hoskins St, Ph: 02 6835 1700Doctors SurgeryBogan Shire Medical Centre, 76c Pangee St, Ph: 02 6832 130518 Dandaloo St, Ph: 02 6832 1307PharmacyNyngan Pharmacy, 115 Pangee St, Ph: 02 6832 2719SupermarketFoodworks, Cnr Cobar & Tabratong St, Ph: 02 6832 1078Khan’s IGA, Cnr Pangee & Dandaloo St, Ph: 02 6832 1607