There is a track around the lake which is suitable for walkers and cyclists. Wagga Beach While Wagga is not ordinarily associated with swimming, it is not surprising that the Wagga Beach, towards the end of the Wiradjuri Walking Track, is a tempting place in summer.
If you have never swum in an inland river this is about as good as it gets. The beach is substantial and sandy and there is something refreshing about swimming in fresh water which has come from the Snowy Mountains. It has no permanent exhibitions but rather showcases a range of travelling exhibitions throughout the year. Tel: 02 National Art Glass Collection In the same building as the Regional Art Gallery the Civic Centre is the National Art Glass Collection it was formally designated with this title in which contains one of the largest collections of studio glass in the country.
The National Art Glass Collection is so good it can justify a trip to the city. The gallery holds over pieces with only a small number being on display. It is open from There is no admission charge. The signature dish from the kitchen is the Sunday Roast Pizza which comprises seasoned lamb, thick gravy, roast potato and kumera, peas, mozzarella, rosemary and mint.
There are also brewery tours at noon on Saturdays and Sundays. The spire was built in , as was the hall, and an extension in The foundation stone was laid by Police Magistrate Henry Baylis, and the first services held in There was concern from the parishioners that this might not be the best site, being so close to the flood prone river, and the church did own some land in Baylis Street. The main window is from an English church and is of an unknown age. One of the memorial tablets is to Corporal John Edmondson who was posthumously awarded a Victoria Cross in for an act of bravery which saved an officer's life at Tobruk.
The original structure served as a parish church and the second stage converted it into a large Victorian Gothic sandstone cathedral.
Roof framings are exposed timber internally and sheeted with slates externally. Walls are rock faced ashlar generally with dressed window and door surrounds and mullions.
Internally the altars contain some finely crafted marble pieces and large stained glass windows in groups of three, giving a soft filtered light. The Riverine Club was formed in and was where the very wealthy gentlemen socialised.
This remarkable Edwardian Court House complex with its massive square clock tower, belltower, cupolas, decorative iron work and cedar joinery and fittings, is considered one of the finest court houses in Australia.
It was designed by the famous architect, Walter Vernon. It replaced an earlier Court House which floated away in the floods. Charles Sturt University Winery In recent times the area around Wagga has become increasingly important as vineyards have been developed and courses in all aspects of wine making have been held at Charles Sturt University.
Amazingly the vineyard at Charles Sturt University was first planted in as part of an experimental farm. The wine science and viticulture courses were started at the university in and the grapes from the 6 ha vineyard mostly cabernet sauvignon, shiraz and muscat are processed in a purpose-built winery which was constructed in Combined with the Charles Sturt campus at Orange, the two cellar doors make and sell approximately 10, cases of wine annually.
Entry is free. The static aircraft display adjacent to the Heritage Centre represents over sixty years of RAAF flying history and is accessible for public viewing.
It is located just outside the main gates in the old Guard House, the first building erected on the base. Tel: for more information. Wagga Wagga and Bushrangers While there is little tangible evidence of their presence in the area, it is still true that in the s and s the Wagga District was a hotbed of bushranger activity. The whole family will enjoy the Wagga Wagga Botanic Gardens. Have a swim or picnic at Riverside: Wagga Beach , voted ninth best beach in Australia in Explore nature on two feet or two wheels along the Wiradjuri Trail — a 42km loop around the city.
Take in attractions such as Marrambidya Wetland, a huge reserve teeming with flora and fauna, or simply enjoy city views from river level or high up on top of Pomingalarna Reserve. At Ashculme Textiles , you can meet the alpacas, browse the handwoven wares or learn to make your own. Spend some time discovering the rest of the region on a scenic drive taking in beautiful scenery, history, wildlife and more.
There are events, markets and festivals happening all year round in Wagga Wagga. You can also catch the train direct from Sydney and the journey takes six hours. Or fly into Wagga Wagga Airport and hire a car. The town is a great base for exploring the Riverina and there are plenty of places to stay.
The name of the city is derived from the language of the Wiradjuri nation, which was the biggest Aboriginal tribe in New South Wales, embracing the Riverina area. The repetition of a word was the method of expressing the plural or emphasis, thus Wagga Wagga means "crows" or "the place where crows assemble in large numbers". The Murrumbidgee River which runs through the city also derived its name from the Aboriginal language and means "plenty water" or "big water".
In Wagga Wagga, we've got sport in our blood. Captain Charles Sturt first charted the waters of the Murrumbidgee River in , passing the future site of Wagga Wagga. His name can be seen throughout the city on our university, and even a motel!
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