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Walgett is found in outback northern New South Wales, located 691 kilometres north-west of Sydney. The town is known as the gateway to the opal fields, with Lightening Ridge situated just 78 kilometres to the north. The area was made famous in 1928 when the ‘Light of the World’ opal was found in fields nearby, weighing almost half a kilo. Walgett is the Gamilaroi word for ‘the meeting of two rivers’, named for its location at the junction of the Namoi and Barwon Rivers. The rich, fertile soil of Walgett Shire has made the region a successful producer of quality wheat, chickpeas, cotton and beef.The Walgett Primitive Camping Ground, located in Alex Trevallion Park, allows short-term parking up to 48 hours at no cost. A free dump point is located at the camping ground, along with potable water, toilets, bins, covered seating and barbecue facilities. Along with fossicking for opals, another popular activity is fishing for Murray cod and yellowbelly in one of the nearby rivers, so be sure to make Walgett a priority when visiting outback northern NSW. Tourist/Visitor Centre       Walgett Visitor Information Centre88 Fox St, Walgett NSWPh: 02 6828 6139www.walgett.nsw.gov.au Casual Parking       Walgett VIC, 88 Fox St, WalgettShort Term Parking           Walgett Primitive Camping Ground, Alex Trevallion Park, Castlereagh Hwy, (48hrs), nil cost, tlts, bins, c/seating, water, BBQ, pets on leadDump Point  Walgett Primitive Camping Ground, Alex Trevallion Park, Castlereagh HwyPotable Water          Walgett Primitive Camping Ground, Alex Trevallion Park, Castlereagh HwyHospital        141 Fox St, Walgett. Ph: 02 6828 6000Doctors Surgery     141 Fox St, Walgett. Ph: 02 6828 2133. Mon-Fri: 9-5, Sat: 9-12Dentist           Walgett Aboriginal Medical Service Dental Clinic, 37 Pitt St, Walgett. Ph: 02 6828 2249Pharmacy     Walgett Pharmacy, 48 Fox St, Walgett. Ph: 02 6828 1049Supermarket            IGA, Fox St, Walgett. Ph: 02 6828 1555

Wycheproof is located 276 kilometres north-west of Melbourne, and is a vibrant community at the gateway to the Murray Mallee Sunset Country. The town lays claim to having the world’s smallest registered mountain, Mt Wycheproof, which rises only 43 metres above the surrounding plains. With cafes, pubs, art galleries, plus all the necessary shopping facilities, Wycheproof makes a convenient stopover to restock supplies, and take a break from your journey.Short and long-term parking is available at Wycheproof Caravan Park at the northern end of town. Toilets, water and a dump point are available at a low fee of $20 per vehicle per night for an unpowered site. This rate is for CMCA Club Members only on presentation of your membership card. Pets on leads are also welcome.Several festivals and events are held throughout the year in Wycheproof, including the Great Grain Festival in February, and the Mt Wycheproof Cup, known as ‘Derby Day in the Country’, held in November each year.Tourist/Visitor Centre       VIC is available from the Council Offices during office hours367 Broadway, Wycheproof VIC 3483Ph: 1300 520 520www.wycheproof.vic.au Casual Parking       Centenary Park, Fairview St WycheproofShort & long Term Parking           Wycheproof C/P, Calder Hwy, N end of town, $20pvpn unpowered (CMCA Member only rate, must show member card to get discount), non members $25pvpn unpowered, $35pvpn powered. (no time limit), tlts, water, dump point, pets on leadDump Point  Wycheproof C/P, Calder Hwy, north end of townPotable Water          Wycheproof C/P, Calder Hwy, north end of townHospital        23 Grandview St, Wycheproof, Ph: 03 5478 0700Doctors Surgery     23 Grandview St, Wycheproof, Ph: 03 5493 7672 (On wknds the town is serviced by doctors rostered by the East Wimmera Health Service – Outpatients service avail).Pharmacy     Wycheproof Pharmacy, 332 Broadway, Wycheproof, Ph: 03 5493 7030Supermarket            Wycheproof Foodworks, 316 Broadway, Wycheproof, Ph: 03 5493 7416

Darlington Point is a small town on the banks of the Murrumbidgee River in the Riverina district of western New South Wales. Located 631 kilometres west of Sydney and 33 kilometres south of Griffith, the township is 4 kilometres from the Sturt Highway, along the Kidman Way. The unique river environment with its beautiful river red gums is a haven for animal and birdlife. Darlington Point was established in 1864 as a river port and crossing on a bend in the Murrumbidgee River where road and river traffic converged. In 1876 the steamer company McCulloch and Co. established a wool receiving store, a general store and erected a small wharf. By 1880 the timber trade was booming with a high demand for railway timber. A lift bridge was built in 1905, joining the communities on either side of the river. The structure was replaced in 1979 by a concrete bridge. Part of the old bridge was reconstructed for the Australian Bicentenary celebrations and can now be found at the entrance to the Darlington Point Caravan Park.Those visiting the town can find short- and long-term parking at Bunyip Hole Reserve Camping Area where a stay limit of 96 hours applies. A dump point and potable water can be found at the Lions Park, cnr Kidman Way & Darlington Street.Darlington Point’s newest attraction is Altina Wildlife Park. The safari park offers horse drawn cart tours and boasts exotic animals such as the American Bison and Himalayan Tahr. Impressive historical buildings include three churches from 1892 and the Shire Hall built in 1922. The Darlington Spring Festival is held on the last Sunday in September.Tourist/Visitor Centre       Darlington Point VIC, 21 Carrington St (inside council chambers), Darlington Point NSWPh: 02 6968 4166mail@murrumbidgeeshire.com.auwww.murrumbidgeeshire.com.auCasual Parking ( Near retail        Stock St, (in front of Figtree Park)Short Term Parking           Darlington Point Caravan ParkOne of the many National Parks along the MarinbridgeLions park Dump Point  Lions Park, cnr Kidman Way & Darlington StPotable Water          Lions Park, cnr Kidman Way & Darlington St, tap next to the toilet block and near BBQHospital        Local ambulance to Griffith Base Hospital, Griffith Base Hospital, Noorebar Ave Griffith, Ph: 02 6969 5555, (38km)Doctors Surgery     27 Carrington St, Ph: 02 6968 4444, Mon 2pm- 5pm, Tues 8am-12pm, Wed closed, Thur 2pm–5pm, Fri 8am-12pmPharmacy     Carrington St, Ph: 02 69 68 4376Supermarket            Bridge Rd, Ph: 02 6968 4243