THE SOUTHERN GATEWAY TO THE BARRINGTON TOPS Guide 2023 # VISITDUNGOG # DUNGOG EXPLORE | RELAX | DISCOVER
Wangat Lodge, Chichester River Sandra Henri Photography wangatlodge
Wangat Lodge, Chichester River Sandra Henri Photography wangatlodge
CONTENTS
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GETTING HERE, COUNTRY DRIVES & STAY
An easy drive from our neighbouring regions and only 2.5 hours’ drive from Sydney CBD, Dungog Shire warmly welcomes visitors to enjoy leisurely and scenic day trips … with plenty of great accommodation choices so you can stay and linger longer!
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BE ACTIVE AND FIND FUN IN DUNGOG SHIRE
Explore Barrington Tops National Park and our abundant forests on exhilarating mountain bike trails and scenic bush walking tracks; enjoy entertainment in our towns.
DELICIOUS!
Our super-fresh local produce is fantastic! Savour heartwarming, mouth-watering meals, delicious delicacies and artisan goodies – and locally brewed craft ale! 14
Delve into our Aboriginal and European heritage, and discover our talented contemporary local artists and innovators. 16
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SOMETHING DIFFERENT …
FIND
TREASURES IN DUNGOG!
The town of Dungog is brimming with wonderful curios, collectibles, sustainable and local handmade products and clothing. Spot that ‘special something’ as you browse the town’s great shopping.
DIRECTORY
Find everything you need in Dungog Shire in our at-a-glance Directory of local businesses – from accommodation and cafes to shopping and art galleries. 18
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Handy resources to help you make the absolute most of your Visit Dungog experience!
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Welcome to charming
When you first arrive here, allow your gaze to slowly scan the rural expanse of lush valleys, rolling hills and meandering rivers that lie before you, dotted with grazing animals, distinctive farmhouses, and charming cottages. Embrace the freshest of fresh mountain air emanating from the Barrington Tops.
Then take a deep breath and pause for a moment to truly appreciate this delightful, bucolic picture –because it really is THIS beautiful all year ‘round, and there’s so much more to discover!
Sitting at the gateway to the Southern Barrington Tops, Dungog Shire is just 2.5 hours’ drive from Sydney and 1 hour’s drive from Newcastle.
Bounded by Singleton, Maitland, Port Stephens, Upper Hunter and the Barrington Coast, the Dungog Shire covers an area of 2248 km2 that includes the magnificent World Heritage-listed ancient Gondwana Rainforests of the Barrington Tops National Park.
The traditional Aboriginal landowners – the Gringai – lovingly nurtured these lands for over 40,000 years before Europeans arrived,
naming it Tungog (or Tunkok) meaning ‘the place of thinly wooded hills’ in the Awabakal language. It’s easy to imagine the first European settlers to the area in the early 1800s being captivated on arrival, reminded of the familiar rural landscapes they had left behind in England, Scotland and Wales and many place names reflect that affection. The banks of the Williams, Paterson and Allyn Rivers made ideal first settlements and the rich land, producing cedar timbers, citrus fruit, grains, tobacco, grapes, wine, and dairy and beef cattle, built the local economy.
Today, Dungog Shire extends a BIG WELCOME to visitors, inviting you to explore our historic and charming villages and bigger towns like Dungog, Clarence Town, Gresford and East Gresford, Paterson and Vacy; have fun vintage and boutique shopping; taste our delicious local fare; absorb our heritage, art and culture; discover our natural beauty on mountain bike, walking and cycling trails; enjoy our friendly accommodation options; and soak up our warm hospitality wherever you go.
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Getting
Here
Dungog Shire sits between the Pacific Highway and New England Highway and is approximately one hour’s drive from Newcastle, the Barrington Coast, Hunter Wine Country or Port Stephens. From Sydney it’s an easy 2.5 hours north of the CBD on the M1 Freeway.
Transport NSW runs daily rail services to and from Dungog Station and Sydney’s Central Station, and to and from Newcastle and the North Coast. transportnsw.info
With so much to see and do, nothing beats embarking on a leisurely and scenic country drive through our villages and towns. From Clarence Town and Paterson in the south, through Vacy, Gresford, Dungog and further north to Allynbrook, Eccleston, Salisbury, Bandon Grove, Chichester and Fosterton, the region unfurls before you, revealing natural wonders, friendly village life and panoramic views.
Plan your own mountain adventure route from Dungog to Main Creek. Allow time to explore the shops and sights in the eclectic town of Dungog, visit the open-air historical
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logging museum in Telegherry Forest Park, picnic at Jerusalem Creek and stop to marvel at Chichester Dam, constructed between 1915 and 1926.
Set out on a forest drive from East Gresford, first settled by Europeans in 1840, among them the famed winemaker, Dr Henry Lindeman. Travel through Allynbrook to Eccleston and pit stop at Boot Hill to see the fun, anonymously built public artwork of approximately 1000 shoes! At Salisbury, embark on the popular 3.5km Blue Gum Loop Walk, then head to Dungog for a hearty pub meal, or pop into one of the many fantastic eateries in the town.
Indulge in a day of history at Paterson, near Tocal. This charming old colonial town, which was the head of navigation on the Paterson River, is both contemporary and historic, retaining the buildings and heritage of European settlement, steam trains and farm buildings. Visit Paterson Courthouse Museum which includes an exhibition on Australian poet Dorothea Mackellar, and the Rail Motor Society Museum. trms.org.au Find more country drives at visitdungog.com.au/brochures
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Stay
Why not stay a while and really soak up the region?
Enjoy the country pub charm of the historic Royal Hotel in Dungog, with a choice of 14 deluxe guest rooms, all with Wi-Fi, Smart TVs and air-conditioning, or a suite at the Tall Timbers Motel in Dungog. Relax with an authentic B&B experience at Paterson Lodge and enjoy the sunsets over the Paterson paddocks or try something different with family and friends in your own private, restored and self-contained ‘Red Rattler’ train at Carriageway in Dungog or in an eco-luxe private cabin at Carawirry Forest Escape in Main Creek. Settle into the Vacy Hunter Valley Lodge boutique motel, with picturesque country views and free Wi-Fi or experience the unique heritage of The Barracks in Tocal, with boutique accommodation across four suites on one of Australia’s oldest colonial working farms. Indulge in luxury at St. Helena River Retreat in Upper Allyn, with a choice of The Grainery for two people or The Dairy which sleeps up to four people. At Wangat Lodge in the foothills of the Barrington Tops two cottages offer great accommodation – one sleeps up to 46 people bunk-style, with event facilities perfect for special occasions, retreats and conferences. Main Creek’s Bower Retreat is a delightful and private child and pet friendly
4-bedroom cottage set on a 22.5ha estate and Bluegums Cabins in the foothills of Barrington Tops National Park has four private, boutiquestyle cabins each with cosy log fire, spa bath, four poster bed and kitchen. Campers and caravanners will find the ideal spot to set up camp at the Williams River Holiday Park, in the Coachwood Camping Area at Chichester Forest and the Ferndale Camping Area in Ferndale Park.
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GET ACTIVE AND FIND FUN IN DUNGOG SHIRE
On 2 wheels
Dungog Shire is tailor-made for cycling adventurers – from easy family bike rides to exhilarating mountain bike experiences. Ride Dungog is a not-for-profit community of passionate mountain bike riders whose mission is to inspire pedal-powered adventure and fun and to advocate, develop and maintain highquality and sustainable multi-use trails in the Shire. Keep your eye on weekly activities and events at ridedungog.org/events-calendar Or visit ridedungog.org to learn more.
Walking trails
Take a gentle bush walk or head out on a challenging hike – our walking tracks through National Parks and State Forests are abundant and cater to all levels of fitness. You’ll discover spectacular scenery, amazing lookouts, refreshing swimming holes, cascading waterfalls, beautiful bird life and perfect picnic spots.
• Enjoy the natural ambience on a leisurely amble on walking tracks in Dungog Common. You can also ride your horse on the
many trails. Don’t miss the fabulous ‘Sowelu Two’ Carten steel sculpture installation by Jen Mallinson, winner of the 2021 Sculpture on the Farm Acquisitive Prize for Dungog Common. sculptureonthefarm.com
• The 1.5km return Allyn River Rainforest trail wends through Allyn River Forest Park’s luxuriant sub-tropical rainforest.
• Choose from a 10-minute stroll to a 2km loop past waterfalls and creeks on one of the
Check out Dungog Common – 250ha of beautiful recreational trails including 20km of single mountain bike track.
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Speedy Cycles in Dowling Street, Dungog hires MTBs, road bikes and town cruisers and can help with all your maintenance requirements. speedycycles.com.au
Jerusalem Creek trails in the Chichester State Forest area.
• Try the 3.5km Blue Gum Loop among rainforest and blue gums in the Barrington Tops National Park. A wheelchair accessible path leads to the Williams River.
• An add-on to the Blue Gum Loop is the 16km return walk through dark rainforest and the beautiful mudstone terraces at Rocky Crossing.
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Visit James Theatre in Dungog, the oldest purposebuilt cinema still in operation in Australia. James Theatre first began screening open air films in 1912 and became the social hub of Dungog for decades. Today, the Friends of the James Theatre Inc and other groups host a great calendar of events including film programs and live performances and special events including the annual Dungog Tea Party! dungogteaparty.com.au
Stay up to date with what’s on by visiting jamestheatre.com.au or James.Theatre.Dungog
Wander into the historic Royal Hotel in Dowling Street, Dungog and catch the Friday Sunset Sessions featuring the talented Performing Artists of Dungog presenting great local live music.
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ENTERTAINMENT
BREWING RUSTIC BEER IN DUNGOG
SINCE 2016
The team at Tinshed has been brewing rustic beers in the heart of Dungog since 2016. Jimmy and Haley have worked hard to create a small brewery with huge personality. It's the perfect place to sit, relax and share a story with a beer, wine or cider. The small bar has 9 taps which regularly rotate over with different styles and flavours. Speaking of flavours, the brisket burger comes highly recommenced, smoked low and slow in-house – you just can't go past it! If you're in Dungog it's a must-see – pop in for a beer, have a chat and take some home to remember beautiful Dungog.
109 Dowling Street, Dungog
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Café culture
Stroll through vibrant Dungog and relax over coffee, refreshments or a meal. Along Dowling Street you’ll find Stella Bistro, Meg’s Kitchen, Styx n Stones or The Long Room Café, and step back into yesteryear at the newly opened Dungog Trading Post, serving sandwiches, tea and scones and more amid a collection of Aussie memorabilia, gifts and products that evoke days of old.
Fresh and locally sourced are hallmarks of our delicious produce – from mouth-watering morsels and handmade condiments to hearty fare and heart-warming comfort food, put the Shire’s stellar gastronomic reputation to the taste test and you won’t be disappointed!
Pack a picnic
Fill your hamper to the brim with locally crafted goodies and dine al fresco. Discover a wide selection of artisan baked goods, condiments, cheeses and more at the family-owned Loveys Grocers IGA in Clarence Town and in Dungog, and BYO containers to stock up on fresh and organic produce at the community-owned Dungog Wholefood Co-Op. On Saturdays between 8.30am and noon head to the Dungog Growers Stall to pick up fresh-as-fresh seasonal produce direct from our growers’ gardens – cash only! Take the time to browse Vacy General Store, a grocer, café and gift store-in-one (also serving great dine-in and takeaway favourites) and pick up yummy pastries and baked goods delivered fresh daily from Shaw’s Williams River Bakery in Clarence Town.
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Pub Grub
Friendly and welcoming, our charming hotels not only look the part but also tick all the boxes for tasty tucker – surround yourself with history and enjoy! The Royal Hotel in Dungog is open for lunch and dinner on Fridays and Saturdays and serves up a Sunday Roast from 12pm-3pm. The Settlers Arms Hotel, also in Dungog, is open from 6pm-8pm Wednesday to Saturday and from 1pm-3pm for Sunday lunch. In Clarence Town, pop into the Erringhi Hotel, a charming rustic pub with favourites on the menu including burgers, schnitzel and steak and, in Paterson, enjoy live music and pub grub at The Court House Hotel. Country hospitality and hearty meals are on the menu at The Hotel Beatty in East Gresford or pop next door for something lighter at the Twin Rivers Café.
Local Liquids
Visit the Tinshed Brewery in Dowling Street, Dungog, and sample locally-made craft ale brewed onsite – Check out the extensive tap list, and cider or wine from neighbouring Hunter Valley producers. This family-friendly brewery also serves up a selected menu that includes kids’ favourites like nuggets, plus burgers and vegetarian dishes. Take a trip to Rock Frog Grange Winery in Clarence Town and enjoy a winery and vineyard tour of the handmade and bottled onsite Verdelho, Chambourcin and Shiraz – free tastings too!
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Something Different
We proudly boast a whole bunch of talented, committed and creative locals in Dungog Shire, who inspire their communities and visitors alike through art, innovation and the passionate preservation and promotion of Dungog Shire’s unique heritage and culture.
Learn more about the history of Dungog Shire – from the traditional Aboriginal owners to the arrival of European settlers.
Dungog Museum in Dowling Street is open Wednesday 10am-12.30pm and Saturday 10am-2pm. mgnsw.org.au/organisations/dungog-museum
Paterson Court House Museum is open on Sundays from 11am-3pm. patersonhistory.org.au
Gresford Heritage Museum is open on the first and third Sundays of each month from 10am-2pm.
Peruse the wonderful paintings, photography, quilting, ceramics, miniatures, jewellery and more of our local artists at Dungog Arts Society in Dowling Street. Open Monday-Sunday from 10am-2pm. dungogartssociety.com.au
Visit Gallery on Dowling in Dungog and view the beautiful artworks of printmakers and painters Helen Leane and Jeanne Harrison and the works of other local artists and creatives. GalleryonDowling
Step into the serene world of Hive & Gobbler in Dungog, a destination hub for sharing in creativity, slow-living and sustainability ideas for all ages. The store also runs free creativity workshops, among them knitting, spinning, nature art and chocolate-making. hiveandgobbler.com.au
Explore our colonial past in the vast grounds of heritage-listed Tocal Homestead in Paterson – now one of the foremost agricultural institutions in Australia. A beautiful venue for events and special occasions too, visitors are welcome on Sundays between March and November tocal.com.au
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Clarence Town & District Historical Museum is open on the second Saturday of the month from 8am-2pm, and the last Saturday of the month 10am-2pm. mgnsw.org.au/organisations/ clarence-town-courthouse-museum
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Stroll along Dowling Street in the town of Dungog and delight at the fabulous shopfront window displays luring you inside to uncover a treasure trove of wares – vintage, collectibles, antiques, homewares, clothing, shoes, jewellery, flowers, children’s toys and clothes, gifts, sustainable, handmade, stylish, unique … browse our boutiques and take home that extra special something … discovered here in Dungog!
Billie & Grace – mindfully handmade ladies and children’s clothing, plus accessories and gifts – ethical, sustainable and local. billieandgrace.com.au
Sassafras Dungog – sharing a space with Billie & Grace, browse the lovingly curated collection of children’s natural play themed toys, books & gifts – many locally made. sassafrasdungog.com.au
Chic & Antique – antiques and upcycled vintage clothes, shoes, accessories and gifts including locally made Good Vibes Candles range of candles, diffusers and room sprays. Chic-Antique
At Yia Yia’s – French-inspired homewares from furniture and furnishings to cookware, china, glassware and vintage lace! Open 10am Saturday & Sunday. ATYIAYIAS
The Magpie Dungog – with an ethos of fair trade and sustainably sourced where possible, find pre-loved and new clothing, totes, jewellery, shoes and much more. The-Magpie-Dungog
Country Elegance Garden & Gifts – head up Hooke Street and wander through this beautifully landscaped garden and homewares store for fresh flowers, plants, pots, gift ideas, garden tools and friendly advice. countryelegancegardensgifts.com.au
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treasures IN DUNGOG! Find
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CHIC & ANTIQUE
211 Dowling St, Dungog 0419 448 147
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AT YIA YIA'S
222 Dowling St, Dungog 0416 220 500
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COUNTRY ELEGANCE GARDEN GIFTS
103 Hooke St, Dungog 02 49 923 555 countryelegancegardensgifts.com.au / country elegance
DUNGOG ARTS SOCIETY
266 Dowling St, Dungog 0428 630 214 dungogartssociety.com.au
dungogartssociety@gmail.com
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GALLERY ON DOWLING
120 Dowling St, Dungog 0403 733 776
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SPEEDY CYCLES
Bike Hire Service & Parts
146 Dowling St, Dungog 0408 607 272 speedycycles.com.au
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SASSAFRAS
DUNGOG
137 Dowling St, Dungog 0409 829 735 sassafrasdungog.com.au / sassafrasdungog
BILLIE & GRACE
137 Dowling St, Dungog 0409 829 735
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TEA PARTY
James Theatre, Dungog 0429 629 014 dungogteaparty.com.au
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THE MAGPIE. DUNGOG
220 Dowling St, Dungog 0409 150 173 / themagpie.dungog
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PATERSON COURT HOUSE HOTEL
23 King St, Paterson 02 4938 9520
info@patersoncourthousehotel.com.au patersoncourthousehotel.com.au / patersoncourthousehotel
EAT AND DRINK DIRECTORY
LOVEY'S GROCERS
IGA DUNGOG
229 Dowling St, Dungog 02 49 921 988 loveys.com.au
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ROYAL HOTEL
DUNGOG
80 Dowling St, Dungog 0450 187 330
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STELLA BISTRO
205 Dowling St, Dungog 02 4992 3272
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THE DUNGOG TRADING POST
Yesteryear Tea Rooms
140 Dowling St, Dungog 0418 298 929
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TWIN RIVERS CAFE
54 Park St, East Gresford 02 4938 9507
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THE HOTEL BEATTY
52 Park St, East Gresford 02 4938 9451
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TINSHED BREWERY
Beers & Burgers
109 Dowling St, Dungog
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LOVEY'S GROCERS
IGA CLARENCE TOWN
47 Grey St, Clarence Town 02 4996 4137
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STIX n STONES
234 Dowling St, Dungog 02 4992 2051
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VACY GENERAL STORE CAFE & GIFTS
803 Gresford Rd, Vacy 02 49388 425
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PATERSON LODGE
19 King St, Paterson 02 4938 5767 patersonlodge.com.au
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STAY DIRECTORY
BLUEGUMS CABINS
1953 Chichester Dam Rd, Bandon Grove 0403 806 310 bluegumscabins.com bluegumscabins
ST HELENA RIVER RETREAT
3334 Allyn River Rd, Upper Allyn 0400 223 069 sthelenariverretreat.com.au
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SETTLERS ARMS DUNGOG
Rural Escape, Country Hospitality 45 Brown St, Dungog 02 4992 1615 settlersarms.net.au
BOWER RETREAT
855 Main Creek Rd, Main Creek 02 4992 1899
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THE BARRACKS, TOCAL
Boutique accommodation on a unique heritage site 957 Tocal Rd, Paterson 02 4939 8901 tocal.com
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TOCAL HOMESTEAD
957 Tocal Rd, Paterson 02 4939 8901 0498 018 984 tocal.com.au
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WANGAT LODGE
1938 Chichester Dam Rd, Bandon Grove 02 4995 9265 wangat.com.au wangatlodge
LODGE
Boutique Accommodation & Restaurant 802 Gresford Rd, Vacy 0499 344 475 vhvlodge.com
WILLIAMS RIVER HOLIDAY PARK
98 Durham St, Clarence Town 02 4996 4231 visitnsw.com/destinations/hunter/ barrington-tops/dungog/accommodation/ williams-river-holiday-park
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VACY HUNTER VALLEY
"We feel so lucky to live on our farm on the Williams River in Dungog, doing what we love to do, every single day. Named Weemala, an Aboriginal word meaning ‘Distant Views’, our property grows premium Hass variety avocados – each handpicked with love – and is also home to our Angus and Full Blood Wagyu cattle."
CONTINUING DUNGOG SHIRE’S PROUD TRADITION OF GROWING PREMIUM QUALITY FOOD
JAMES AND ROZ NORVAL
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PUBLISHER El Rattray, Barrington Coast Publishing Pty Ltd
EDITOR: Christine Hopkinson
GRAPHIC DESIGN: Dylan Gaul
Two Minds Creative
CONSULTANT: Daniel LeBlanc
Manager Economic Development Dungog Shire Council
Cover Image: Banksia, Barrington Tops State Forest.
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The Dungog Visitor Information Centre is located in Dungog town centre, at the corner of Dowling and Brown Streets. Open Monday to Friday from 9am5pm, and Saturday and Sunday from 10am-3pm. PH: 02 4992 2212 visitdungog.com.au
For up-to-date information and access points and to learn more about Barrington Tops National Park visit nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/visit-apark/parks/barrington-tops-national-park Barrington Tops State Forests visit forestrycorporation.com.au
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