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Mathoura Long Paddock Visitor Information Centre

Mathoura, NSW

About this rest area

The Mathoura Long Paddock Visitor Information Centre is a key resource for tourists and travelers seeking explorations in and around Moama Street, Mathoura. The center provides comprehensive maps, info on local and regional attractions, accommodation assistance, and various other services. Unique to the area is the historic 'Long Paddock' drovers route along Cobb Highway, marked with plaques revealing stories from Australia's pioneering era. Besides being a treasury of information, the centre also houses a selection of souvenirs, adding to a fun and informative visit.

The Information Centre provides a range of information for the tourist and traveller alike, including maps of the town and region, information on local and regional attractions, assistance with accommodation and other services as required. Maps and brochures are also available, together with a selection of souvenirs and other merchandise. The Long Paddock refers to the use of this route now traversed by the Cobb Highway, for droving cattle from Queensland and New South Wales down to the markets in Victoria during the 19th century. At various points along the Cobb Highway there are plaques telling the story of those early pioneering days and the people who helped to build what would become Australia.

How to Get There

One way traffic in rest area.

Features & Facilities

Amenities

Toilets
Drinking Water

Accommodation Types

Caravans

Facilities

Shade
Picnic Tables
BBQ
Children's Play Facility

Other Features

Public Parking
Bin
Rest area
Business centre
Pets Welcome
Information Centre
Information
Visitor information
Mobile Phone Coverage
Information Board
Day Rest Area
Photo Opportunity
Unknown feature
Day Use Area

Weather Forecast

via Open-Meteo
THU☁️
27° / 15°
FRI☁️
24° / 12°
SAT☁️
24° / 9°
SUN🌦️
25° / 15°
💧 5%
MON🌧️
26° / 17°
💧 20%

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