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Move slowly along the Canola Trail and be sure to stop and meet the locals you never know what you might learn.
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These days, visitors want more than shiny tourist attractions – we want to know the people and the stories behind them. In a world that often travels too fast, we encourage you to experience the Canola Trail through the eyes of the people who live, work, play and love here. Rather than ticking boxes, we hope you come away feeling buoyed by the courage, resourcefulness and resilience of communities that protect some of Australia’s most significant historical treasures whilst also nurturing its agricultural future.
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At the Monte Cristo Homestead, we were astonished by the talent of resident doll maker Silvia Heszterenyiova who gains inspiration from the haunted homestead’s inhabitants. We were also awed by Monte Cristo’s incredible matriarch, Olive Ryan, who, at 89, is still conducting tours through her home.
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We met Sydney couple, Paul and Jacqui, who are resourcefully tackling the daunting task of renovating the historic Ariah Park Hotel, fashioning a vibrant village hub in the process. Likewise, we were impressed by Andre and Keryl from Coolamon’s Sweet Briar B&B, who breathed life into the town’s old bank, while young engineer Shannon Woolmer moved us with his dedication to service and the story behind landing his dream job at the Temora Aviation Museum.
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We spoke to Junee canola farmer Rob Hart, who gave us a deeper insight into the production of canola and how he maintains resilience in the face of increasingly dry weather, while Coolamon farmer Kendra Kerrisk told us the story of how she fell in love with fresh olive oil and oats - a passion she now shares with legions of dedicated customers. Junee egg producer Anna Lashbrook also inspired us with her creative approach to business and the beautiful environment she has built for her free-range chooks.
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Driving along the Canola Trail and spending time in the major towns of Temora, Coolamon and Junee, we were happy to find the region’s signature friendliness still intact. But there was something else. With the impeding dry summer weighing heavily, we got a sense of how deeply Canola Trail communities are connected to the weather, and the innate resilience, courage and creativity that helps people to not only survive, but thrive.
From the Hart Canola facts, seasons and alerts Coolamon Map of Coolamon Map of Junee Junee Temora Map of Temora Canola Trail events Ariah Park Hotel Ariah Park The Kelpie in Ardlethan The villages of Bethungra and Illabo The villages of Marrar and Ganmain Food and local produce Coolamon Cheese Brushwood Oats Country pubs guide Cackleberries by Lashbrook Farm Junee Lamb Goldenfields Water Junee Licorice and Chocolate Factory Planes, trains and automobiles Temora Aviation Museum Junee Roundhouse Museum Temora Railway Arts, culture and heritage Monte Cristo Homestead The Up-To-Date Store Coolamon Fire Museum Bundawarrah Centre The Athenium Theatre Junee Shire village halls Antiques and boutiques Recreation, nature and kids activities Camping, caravanning & pet friendly places The Crossing Motel Ray Warren Pak Gallery Sweet Briar B&B Where to stay Hotels, pubs and clubs Restaurants and cafés Attractions and events Community places and spaces Retail and services
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We set out on the Canola Trail wondering if we’d experience the same friendly reception we’d enjoyed in previous trips.
The Canola Trail
Contents
NEWE LL HIG HWAY
Welcome to the Canola Trail
AY W E FR E E M U H To Sydney
To Melbourne