Broken Hill to Surfers Paradise

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1 Broken Hill to Surfers aradise via Oxley, New England and Cunningham s NEANG Beaudesert The AA maintains some 3 strip maps covering all major routes of Australia. They are available from AA Offices and are free to members. Strip maps are designed to assist drivers by showing distances, roadside features and town facilities on a simple flip-over style map, which can also be used in reverse. These maps are not drawn to scale Warwick Tenterfield Glen Innes Strip Map Features: Cumulative Distances These are provided for both directions of travel and can be matched to the car s odometers for a ready reference. Intermediate Distances These distances provide for some localised perspective of scale. Town Facilities Hotels, motels, post offices, caravan parks, fuel (in remote areas). Total Distance 1629 Kilometres Armidale Tamworth Coonabarabran Gilgandra Nyngan Narrative Caution notes, road surface, a description of the country traversed, town narratives and populations. O H M C via Oxley and New England s 1629 Kilometres 261 Cobar Wilcannia Broken Hill 196 Wilcannia Cobar Nyngan Gilgandra Coonabarabran Tamworth Armidale Glen Innes Tenterfield Warwick Beaudesert Nerang 196 BOKEN HILL BH9-IT 28/8/29 16:1:42

2 INTODUCTION This itinerary has been prepared to assist you on your trip. lease check your speedometer against stated distances during the first few kilometres of the tour. Few speedometers register exactly the same over any appreciable distance, and any discrepancy should be allowed for. The AA trusts that your journey will be rewarding, safe and pleasant. lease drive carefully and ensure rest stops are frequently utilised. EMEGENCY OAD SEVICE If possible telephone for assistance however if no telephone is available, complete the slip below and ask a passing motorist to hand it in to the nearest Auto Club Service Depot. lease note that replacement parts may not be easily obtained when they are needed. Avoid delays - always carry spare fan belts and spare radiator hoses. N.B : Free Emergency oad Service is available to trailers and caravans up to 2 tonnes gross weight, towed by members, on production of your membership card, both in South Australia and interstate. Your membership number should be quoted when calling for service and card presented upon arrival of the service person, otherwise a fee will be charged. ALWAYS WAIT FO THE ATOL O MECHANIC, O ADVISE THE DEOT IF YOU AE ABLE TO OCEED.... TEA ALONG DOTTED LINE CALL FO EMEGENCY OAD SEVICE Date: Time: I am a member of the AA. lease send me assistance. My AA membership number is My car is a (Make) (Model) (Colour) egistration No. My location is (State clearly where you are and give details i.e., "Five kilometres from Jamestown on the Caltowie oad.) Nature of trouble (if known) Tow required INTESTATE TAVEL Driving licence and Certificate of Car egistration MUST be carried by South Australian motorists visiting other States. NOTE: Full reciprocity exists regrading the use of driving licences between ALL States and Territories of the Commonweath for driving cars registered in such States and Territories, but the current licence must be carried by the driver at all times. Travellers from South Australia visiting any other State or Territory may circulate freely as it is not necessary to observe any formalities in regard to registration, insurance etc., either at the border or elsewhere. (Note - Where commercial or other vehicles are used for carrying goods for hire or reward, enquiries should be made in advance as they may be subject to payment of fees and other conditions by the Transport Authorities in each State.) AFFILIATED MOTOING OGANISATIONS IN OTHE STATES Membership of the AA is particularly valuable in connection with interstate touring. The Association is affiliated with automobile organisations throughout Australia, and members are entitled to reciprocal service from these organisations*. (Such service does not extend to the sale of petrol, oil, spare parts, parking facilities, maintenance repairs or car washing, etc.) Members are advised to carry their membership card with them as proof of their membership status. Failure to do so may result in difficulty in securing service. The contacts of kindred organisations are as follows:- MELBOUNE: oyal Automobile Club of Victoria (ACV) General oad Service SYDNEY: National oads and Motorists' Assoc. (NMA) General oad Service BISBANE: oyal Automobile Club of Queensland (ACQ) General oad Service ETH: oyal Automobile Club of Western Australia (ACWA) General oad Service HOBAT: oyal Automobile Club of Tasmania (ACT) General - (3) oad Service DAWIN: Automobile Association of Northern Territory (AANT) General - (8) oad Service * Service is provided under the conditions applicable to the affiliated Motoring Organisation's equivalent class/benefit/level of membership.

3 Dolo Lake Waytchugga Grassmere Springs Acacia Yancowinna Darling iver Darling Stephens Creek eservoir Marachi Scropes ange Mile Twenty Five Mt Stephens Willa Willyong BOKEN HILL - WILCANNIA 196 kilometres oute 32 Barrier Highway BOKEN HILL (approx. population 18,86) Originated in 1883, shortly after Charles asp pegged out his first mining blocks on the lead-silver zinc lode. The town was proclaimed a city in 19 and today is a community which depends mainly on the mining industry, pastoralism and tourism. Broken Hill is the centre of the West Darling astoral industry which constitutes a total area of approximately 16 million hectares. Although the city is connected by rail to both Sydney and Adelaide, practically all of its commercial interests are with South Australia. Broken Hill, and nearby Silverton, are home to many of Australia s famous bush artists. WILCANNIA (approx. population 6) Once a busy river port for paddle steamers that plied the Darling and Murray ivers with wares from as far afield as Adelaide. It was also a centre for miners going north to the gold workings and rich opal fields of White Cliffs. Now a centre for surrounding pastoral interests, much of the romance of the pioneer days is retained in the architecture of the government buildings. COUNTY TAVESED Mainly open pastoral country. TIME ZONE Advance Clocks 3 mins. travelling East. Daylight saving will affect time adjustment. OAD SUFACE

4 Buckwaroon Meadows Barnato Lake WILCANNIA - COBA 261 kilometres oute 32 Barrier Highway WILCANNIA (approx. population 6) Once a busy river port for paddle steamers that plied the Darling and Murray ivers with wares from as far afield as Adelaide. It was also a centre for miners going north to the gold workings and rich opal fields of White Cliffs. Now a centre for surrounding pastoral interests, much of the romance of the pioneer days is retained in the architecture of the government buildings. COBA (approx. population 4,13) Situated on the gently rolling slopes of the vast western plains, the town is known for the enormous mineral wealth, mainly gold and copper, which has been won over the past years. Some mines still yield a profitable return, however pastoral pursuits mainly dominate the present day economy. Many of its old buildings reflect the pioneer days of mining activity. Cobar egional Museum is considered one of the best in the State. COUNTY TAVESED Mainly level terrain. astoral country mixed with light scrub. OAD SUFACE Lake oopelloe Maccullochs Darling Caltigeena Goonalga Talywalka

5 Bogan. H COBA - NYNGAN 13 kilometres oute 32 Barrier Highway COBA (approx. population 4,13) Situated on the gently rolling slopes of the vast western plains, the town is known for the enormous mineral wealth, mainly gold and copper, which has been won over the past years. Some mines still yield a profitable return, however pastoral pursuits mainly dominate the present day economy. Many of its old buildings reflect the pioneer days of mining activity. Cobar egional Museum is considered one of the best in the State. NYNGAN (approx. population 1,98) Situated on the Bogan iver, the town caters for the surrounding pastoral holdings producing wool, fat lambs and wheat. An Army helicopter in Davidson ark is a monument to the disastrous floods of 199. COUNTY TAVESED Mainly level terrain. astoral country mixed with light scrub. OAD SUFACE Yanda

6 H Castlereagh Boothaguy Gunningbar M C O H Macquarie Sandy. Marthaguy Ewenmar. NYNGAN - GILGANDA via Nevertire 164 kilometres outes 32 and 34 Mitchell and Oxley Highways NYNGAN (approx. population 1,98) Situated on the Bogan iver, the town caters for the surrounding pastoral holdings producing wool, fat lambs and wheat. An Army helicopter in Davidson ark is a monument to the disastrous floods of 199. WAEN (approx. population 1,6) Situated on the Macquarie iver, the town and district are renowned for sheep breeding and cotton production. North of the town lie the Macquarie Marshes which, due to their ecological significance, are listed internationally under the amsar Convention on Wetlands. Contact the National arks and Wildlife Service for more information. GILGANDA (approx. population 2,68) At the junction of the Newell, Oxley and Castlereagh Highways, and situated on the banks of the Castlereagh iver, the town supports various primary industries including wheat, sheep and fruit production. The Gilgandra Observatory offers views of the night sky. COUNTY TAVESED astoral properties, cereal farming and scrub country. Cotton fields around Warren. Mainly level terrain. OAD SUFACE Bogan Albert. riest Channel

7 34 39 Tooraweenah H C O 39 3 Gulargambone 1 Curban Approx. Coonamble 96 Via Castlereagh Warren 8 34 Via Oxley North O 39 O 94 Barradine 4 TOUIST 8 INFO. CENTE 1 8 Coonamble 8 Warrumbungle Nat. k 36 Bulga Oxley Biddon (Locality) Curban 21 Gunnedah 16 Narrabri 119 Castlereagh. Walldialabah OXLEY 2 Uargon Nullen Avondale d Dalgarno St Siding Spring Observatory 28 Warrumbungle Nat. k 33 Curban 23 8 Coonamble 92 Curban Wallaroy Biddon Gowang Hodgkiss Biddon Forest d East Coonamble d Castlereagh COONABAABAN Biddon d Sandy HWY 2 1 Wallumburrawang 86 Jack Halls Greenbah Mendooran Gilgandra Flora eserve d Five Mile Merryula Belar Bearbung 16 iver Via Newell Warrumbungles Way GILGANDA Dubbo 6 Quirindi 146 Warkton 2 Bearbung 14 Mendooran 2 NOT TO SCALE AASA Coolah 9 Binnaway Mendoorah Binnaway GILGANDA - COONABAABAN 94 kilometres outes 34 & 39 Oxley & Newell Highways GILGANDA (approx. population 2,68) At the junction of the Newell, Oxley and Castlereagh Highways, and situated on the banks of the Castlereagh iver, the town supports various primary industries including wheat, sheep and fruit production. The Gilgandra Observatory offers views of the night sky. COONABAABAN (approx. population 2,6) The service centre for the surrounding wheat, sheep and timber interests and a popular stopover for travellers heading to the Warrumbungles. Attractions include Crystal Kingdom, a display of volcanic minerals from the Warrumbungles, and the Skywatch Observatory where bookings can be made to observe the night sky. OINTS OF INTEEST Warrumbungle ange: To the west of Coonabarabran, this ange is the remnant of an ancient volcano and is characterised by jagged rocky outcrops. COUNTY TAVESED Mainly level terrain between Gilgandra and Tooraweenah. Undulating to hilly between Tooraweenah and Coonabarabran. Mixture of native forest and agricultural land. OAD SUFACE SM 66

8 Armidale 111 t. Macquarie 24 TAMWOTH Brisbane Via New England O 1 Manilla Via Fossickers Way 34 2 Muswellbrook 6 Manilla Via Taminda Sydney Via New England 3 O Westdale 3 Werris 42 6 O Quirindi 61 6 Winton Bithramere 13 Winton Winton 11 H Duri 34 Somerton 3 O H O Manilla 24 Attunga 23 Lake Keepit Manilla 3 Boggabri 39 Narrabri 9 Mooki Via Kamilaroi OXLEY Marys Mount d Boggabri 1 63 Goolhi Goolhi 1 Borah Creek 13 eel Carroll Namoi. 8 6 iver STOE Gidley Siding d Sandy Onus Menedebri Tommy Swamp. Kamilaroi Gunnedah Collygra Basin lains d O Mullaley O Black Stump Way Goally Cox's ocky Glen (Locality) eel Breeza 33. Quirindi 8 Approx. North Coolah Tops Nat. k Tambar Springs 29 Tambar Springs COONABAABAN - TAMWOTH 183 kilometres oute 34 Oxley Highway COONABAABAN (approx. population 2,6) The service centre for the surrounding wheat, sheep and timber interests and a popular stopover for travellers heading to the Warrumbungle ange. Attractions include Crystal Kingdom, a display of volcanic minerals from the Warrumbungles, and the Skywatch Observatory where bookings can be made to observe the night sky. GUNNEDAH (approx. population,4) A major service centre for the surrounding agricultural interests. Wheat is the mainstay but the region also produces wool and beef, plus a variety of other crops including barley, sorghum, oats, cotton, and canola. Coal mining is also a major industry. The Gunnedah region has a substantial koala population and at times they can even be seen in town. TAMWOTH (approx. population 33,48) This city is the oldest permanent settlement in northern NSW and is often referred to as City of Light as it had the first electric street lighting system in Australia, dating from The district s prosperity is reliant upon wool, wheat, dairying, tobacco growing, and a range of secondary industries. From Oxley Lookout fine views of the city and its near environs are available. In January each year, Tamworth hosts the Country Music Festival. Narrabri 114 Yaminbah 39 3 Newell Barradine 4 34 HWY Warrumbungle Nat. k 33 Siding Spring Observatory Castlereagh COONA- BAABAN Dalgarno 18 Quirindi 146 O Gilgandra 94 Via Oxley TOUIST INFO. CENTE NOT TO SCALE AASA St iver OINTS OF INTEEST Warrumbungle ange: To the west of Coonabarabran, this ange is the remnant of an ancient volcano. COUNTY TAVESED Mainly level to undulating pastoral country. Hilly near Coonabarabran. OAD SUFACE SM423 66

9 Guyra 36 3 Glen Innes 9 Via New England AMIDALE O Bundarra Inverell 16 Kellys 6 lains Arding 3 Invergowrie 9 ocky iver Inverell 114 (Local.) 2 91 Bundarra 4 3 Walcha 4 88 Thunderbolts ort Macquarie Grave 1 Uralla 19 Fossicking Area 6 Thunderbolts Kingstown 4 ock Approx. North ocky errys onds H O Bendemeer Masons Saumarez Carlisle Kingstown 48 Watsons Creek 22 Manilla Church NEW 13 2nd Moonbi Hill Moonbi ark & Lookout 34 Moonbi ENGLAND 34 O Moonbi O O Kentucky Sandy Middle Upper Moore Creek 8 Oxley Lookout Manilla 44 1 Via Fossickers Way eel Coonabarabran182 Gunnedah 6 Via Oxley HWY Lily. NOT TO SCALE AASA Martins Eight 1st Moonbi Hill 6 H STOE 2 3 Kootingal 6 oison Swamp Laheys Loders Lambing Brigstocks Chilcotts ose Valley Limbri 1 4 Mile Swamp Via Oxley Nundle 4 Chaffey Dam 34 Dungowan Seven Mile O Brook Kentucky Via Waterfall Way Walcha 34 Wollun 11 ort Macquarie 229 Walcha 49 Macdonald. Nemingha TAMWOTH Coffs Harbour 189 Grafton 2 Murrurundi 92 Muswellbrook 6 Sydney Via New England TAMWOTH - AMIDALE 16 kilometres oute New England Highway TAMWOTH (approx. population 33,48) This city is the oldest permanent settlement in northern NSW and is often referred to as City of Light as it had the first electric street lighting system in Australia, dating from The district s prosperity is reliant upon wool, wheat, dairying, tobacco growing, and a range of secondary industries. From Oxley Lookout fine views of the city and its near environs are available. In January each year, Tamworth hosts the Country Music Festival. BENDEMEE (approx. population 22) Situated on the MacDonald iver at the junction of the Oxley and New England Highways in a district noted for its wool, cattle and timber. UALLA (approx. population 2,2) The scene of a gold rush in the 18 s, the region was also the haunt of the bushranger Captain Thunderbolt, who was killed near Uralla in 18. AMIDALE (approx. population 19,48) The first settlers arrived in the area in the 193 s and the town was then named in 1939 by a representative of the crown, George McDonald. Located in the New England anges, Armidale is an outstanding educational centre with a university and schools of all denominations. CONTY TAVESED Mainly undulating to hilly pastoral country. Heading from Tamworth, there are steep climbs on the Moonbi Hills. OAD SUFACE SM193 66

10 Inverell 6 Emmaville 39 Approx. North 38 Gwydir GLEN INNES Grahams Valley 3 Tenterfield 82 Via New England NEW Balancing ock Abandoned Glencoe H O H Mount Mitchell 11 Mount Slow 22 Ben Lomond Ben Lomond Hill AMIDALE - GLEN INNES 12 kilometres oute New England Highway CAUTION Steep grades on the south side of Devil s inch and the north side of Ben Lomond Hill. AMIDALE (approx. population 19,48) Located high in the New England anges Armidale experiences distinct seasons including warm summers and chilly winters. It is renowned as an outstanding educational centre hosting the University of New England and schools of all denominations Mother Of Ducks Lagoon Black Mountain 8 8 Black Mountain 3 OADHOUSE M Devils inch England New Martins O 21 HWY 3 2 Guyra 3 8 O 1 d 1 uddledock 6 ENGLAND Gwydir Grafton 8 inkett 23 ed ange 19 Inverell 126 Bundarra 8 Inverell 92 Ben Lomond 6 Ben Lomond 13 Llangothlin Tamworth 16 Bendemeer 6 Uralla 18 Ebor 9 Springmount d Via Waterfall Way AMIDALE Tubbamurra 3 Malpas Dam 6 Thunderbolts Cave Coffs Harbour 189 Grafton 2 NOT TO SCALE AASA GUYA (approx. population 1,) The Great Dividing ange runs right through Guyra and as it is the highest town on the New England Tablelands it is not unusual to see snow during winter. The region is popular with gem fossickers while bird watchers head for Mother of Ducks Lagoon. GLEN INNES (approx. population,94) Early settlers looking for suitable farmland would employ the services of the Beardies, two bearded stocen who were familiar with the area. Local features, Beardies lains and Beardy Waters, were named in their honour. The town supports the surrounding sheep, cattle and wheat growing properties, while fossickers are drawn to the region in search of sapphires and other gems. COUNTY TAVESED Undulating to hilly pastoral country and native forest. OAD SUFACE SM413 6

11 Stanthorpe 6 Warwick 11 Via New England TENTEFIELD Emmaville 24 indari Dam Stannum Torrington 28 angers Valley 14 9 Bungulla d Abandoned yes d Casino 128 O urtles Hill Bolivia Hill ENGLAND Deepwater H STOE 13 8 Bruxner Bungulla (Locality) Sandy Flat (Locality) angers Valley Woodenbong 13 Bluff iver d HWY Deepwater. Dundee (Locality) Bluff. ifle ange Hill Sandy Flat d Mount Speribo 94 Bolivia (Locality) Severn. Bolivia Siding Approx. North Grafton 14 Bald Nob GLEN INNES - TENTEFIELD 92 kilometres oute New England Highway CAUTION Steep grades on the northern side of Bolivia Hill and on ifle ange Hill. GLEN INNES (approx. population,94) Early settlers looking for suitable farmland would employ the services of the Beardies, two bearded stocen who were familiar with the area. Local features, Beardies lains and Beardy Waters, were named in their honour. The town supports the surrounding sheep, cattle and wheat growing properties, while fossickers are drawn to the region in search of sapphires and other gems. TENTEFIELD (approx. population 3,13) A centre for cattle, wool, fat-lambs, a developing wine industry and other agricultural interests. The historic School of Arts displays records and relics associated with Sir Henry arkes, whose famous speech there in 1889 led to the federation of the Australian states. The infamous bushranger Frederick Ward, aka Captain Thunderbolt roamed the area until he was shot by police at Uralla in 18. The town is also the birthplace of entertainer eter Allen, who honored his grandfather in the song Tenterfield Saddler. COUNTY TAVESED Undulating to hilly terrain. astoral country and native forest. 12 angers Valley 13 NEW 8 OAD SUFACE 12 Emmaville 39 Grafton 8 Inverell 6 38 Gwydir GLEN INNES 38 Gwydir Armidale 9 inkett 23 ed ange 19 Via New England NOT TO SCALE AASA 92 SM414 6

12 Inglewood 18 Goondiwindi 21 O Sundown d Qld. N.S.W. 42 Wallangarra H O Cotton Vale (Locality) ozieres H Thulimbah ozieres 8 Amiens 1 O The Summit ikedale d C Glen Aplin O C O Ballandean H O HWY 8 NEW Crystal Mount d Texas 98 Cunningham ENGLAND 9 Airport Glen Lyon Dam 63 Sundown Nat. k 68 Bonshaw 1 WAWICK Jennings H 44 O O 42 4 Applethorpe 2 3 Amosfield 14 Stanthorpe Severnlea (Locality) Girraween Nat. k. Abandoned Bruxner 6 1 Connolly Dam Dalveen Old Qld. N.S.W. d Stanthorpe Via Cunningham Approx. North Woodenbong TENTEFIELD - WAWICK 11 kilometres oute New England TENTEFIELD (approx. population 3,13) A centre for cattle, wool, fat-lambs, a developing wine industry and other agricultural interests. The historic School of Arts displays records and relics associated with Sir Henry arkes, whose famous speech there in 1889 led to the federation of the Australian states. The infamous bushranger Frederick Ward, aka Captain Thunderbolt roamed the area until he was shot by police at Uralla in 18. The town is also the birthplace of entertainer eter Allen, who honoured his grandfather in the song Tenterfield Saddler. STANTHOE (approx. population 4,2) A pretty town in Queensland s granite belt, Stanthorpe has the reputation for the coolest climate in the State. The region has ideal growing conditions for stone fruit, apples, berries and grapes, and there are many local wineries. The nearby national parks, including Girraween National ark and Bald ock National ark, are known for their spectacular granite formations. WAWICK (approx. population 12,6) Warwick is known for its magnificent historic sandstone buildings. The town s famous rodeo is held every October. TIME ZONE Both New South Wales and Queensland are on Eastern Standard Time however Queensland does not observe daylight savings during summer. COUNTY TAVESED Mainly undulating terrain. astoral country, farmland and native scrub. Moderate grades near Stanthorpe. NOT TO SCALE AASA Abandoned Qld. N.S.W. Ipswich 12 Brisbane 8 Killarney Morgan ark Warwick 36 TENTEFIELD Armidale 19 Glen Innes 82 Via New England 44 O Bruxner Casino OAD SUFACE SM4 6

13 Logan Allans Crows Lower Sandy iver WAWICK - BEAUDESET 124 kilometres outes & 9 Cunningham Highway WAWICK (approx. population 12,6) Warwick is known for its magnificent historic sandstone buildings. The town s famous rodeo is held every October and around this time the parks and gardens come alive with the colours of Warwick s beautiful roses. Condamine H M O H/M iver BOONAH (approx. population 2,28) A pretty town in an area known as The Scenic im. The Boonah region is a major supplier of vegetables, including carrots, beans, potatoes and pumpkins, to local and overseas markets. BEAUDESET (approx. population,39) Scenically situated among the green hills and farmlands of the Gold Coast hinterland. Dairying and beef cattle production are the region s main industries, and there is also a strong equestrian sector. COUNTY TAVESED Mainly undulating farmland. Moderate to steep grade on the eastern side of Cunninghams Gap. OAD SUFACE Bitumen

14 Coomera Nerang Nerang BEAUDESET - NEANG 6 kilometres oute 9 BEAUDESET (approx. population,39) Scenically situated among the green hills and farmlands of the Gold Coast hinterland. Dairying and beef cattle production are the region s main industries, and there is also a strong equestrian sector. CANUNGA (approx. population 2) Dairying and beef cattle production are major industries and Canungra also hosts an Australian Army training centre. Albert Canungra Creek Logan iver iver H M C O iver GOLD COAST (approx. population 42,6) One of Australia s premier travel destinations, the gold Coast is a mixture of extensive residential areas, high rise apartments, theme parks, long stretches of sandy beach and world class surf breaks. A trip to the hinterland will reveal mountainous farmland, vast areas of sub-tropical rainforest and remarkable views of the coast. OINTS OF INTEEST Lamington National ark: A short drive south from Canungra, this World Heritage listed ark protects the largest area of sub-tropical rainforest in Australia. The area around Tamborine Mountain and Eagle Heights, to the north of Canungra, offers some remarkable views of the Gold Coast. COUNTY TAVESED Mainly undulating farmland between Beaudesert and Canungra. Hilly to mountainous between Canungra and Nerang. OAD SUFACE Bitumen