Height above sea level: 320,
Latitude: 34.52.22, Longitude: 147.35.00
Location: 475km south west of Sydney
Highway: Olympic Way
Nearest Major Town: Wagga Wagga
Nearest Airport: Wagga Wagga
Touring Area: Riverina and The Murray
Panorama over Junee
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Population: 4000, Height above sea level: 320, Latitude: 34.52.22, Longitude: 147.35.00 Location: 475km south west of Sydney Highway: Olympic Way Nearest Major Town: Wagga Wagga Nearest Airport: Wagga Wagga Touring Area: Riverina and The Murray |
Panorama over Junee |
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Getting sidetracked in Junee A town built when people travelled by rail, walked to the shops and strolled on Sundays, Junee captures the beauty and history of rural Australia and combines this with a sophisticated air and modern facilities . Set in the last gasp of the south west slopes, with historic and quirky attractions, a rolling landscape, plenty of dining options and a beautifully preserved streetscape Junee tops the list as a daytrip destination. Take a self-guided stroll commencing at the sweeping platforms and grand square of the French Renaissance railway station, and taking in the heritage streetscapes and buildings and the bowers and blooms of town. The rising hills, distinct seasons and changing colours of the farmscapes of Junee make driving a pleasure any time of the year. From Canberra take the Gundagai Road to Junee and enjoy Australiašs little piece of Tuscany. This beautiful drive hugs the curves of the Murrumbidgee River, with grapevines clinging to hillsides and cattle grazing on lucerne flats. Junee Chocolate and Licorice Factory When Neil Druce purchased the old Junee Flour Mill to mill the organic grains his family grows, he had no idea he would wind up running a chocolate factory. With the original flours and bread mixes, Neil and his team at the Junee Chocolate and Licorice Factory produce a delicious range of organic licorice and chocolate. You can learn the dark secrets of licorice, dine in the sunny courtyard, and stock up on organic products. Open daily 10am till 4pm for visitoršs convenience. Phone 02 6924 3574, or online at www.greengroveorganics.com Monte Cristo Homestead The historic (and some say most haunted house in Australia) late Victorian mansion Monte Cristo was the centre of society for the pastoralists and merchants of the bustling town of Junee. Enjoy a Devonshire tea and a living picture of middle class life in Victorian times. Monte Cristo is open daily from 10am til 4pm. Phone 02 6924 1637, or online at www.montecristo.com.au Junee Roundhouse Museum In a workshop built to maintain trains everything is BIG. The Junee Roundhouse Museum was once the largest railway roundhouse in the southern hemisphere, and is still a fully operational repair and maintenance service station. See trains old and new, chat to railbuffs or simply take in the space and scale of this immense building. Open Monday to Friday, Midday - 4.30pm, and Weekends and Public Holidays 9.30am - 4.30pm. Special group tours are available by appointment. Phone 02 6924 2909 or online at www.rhta-junee.org.au/ Kaybunda Lavender Fields Enjoy an aromatic experience at Kaybunda Lavender Fields. Located a pleasant 5 minute drive from Junee at historic Old Junee, visitors to Kaybunda enjoy an educational tour of the farm and indulge at the gift store with many lavender and rose products to select from. Kaybunda is open Thursday - Monday 10am 5pm or other days by appointment. Phone 02 6924 2251 or email kaybunda@dragnet.com.au Broadway Museum Housed in what was the old Broadway Hotel, the museum has a variety of thematic displays, photographs and documents highlighting the rich heritage of a rural and railway past and present, the families and their pursuits. An integral part of the museum and located in the former bar room, is THE VENICE VILLA ANTIQUES and Coffee Bar. The shop door serves as the entry to the Museum and has become a popular meeting place for a 'quiet cuppa'. The Coffee Shop and Museum are open 10.00am to 4.00pm Wednesday to Sunday. Special times can be organised for groups by arrangement with the curator. Phone 6924 1832 or email costukan@optusnet.com.au Houlaghan Valley Wines Take some time to tour this family owned Probiotic managed vineyard and enjoy the friendly country hospitality. Open 10.00am - 8.00pm Weekends/Public Holidays, for other days call 02 6924 7265 or email kenhughes.hvalley@bigpond.com 242 Summer Hill Road, Junee Reefs (visit maps.google.com.au for directions) If you prefer something a little more physical test your iron(s) on Juneešs challenging and attractive 18 hole, 72 par golf course, or take the plunge at Junee Junction Aquatic and Recreation Centre, open seven days with a fully equipped gym, heated pool and casual classes. Junee is a wonderful place to live in or to visit. You cannot escape its history and heritage which is visible on every corner. The short detour from the Sturt, Newell or Hume Highways is well worth it.  SEE JUNEE/COOTAMUNDRA MAP PLACES OF INTEREST:
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