In February 1865 four of the Faithfull brothers were attacked by bushrangers Ben Hall and his gang members, John Gilbert and Johnnie Dunn. To the bushrangers’ surprise, the teenage boys fired back. It was a short but harrowing battle during which many shots were fired. The Faithfull boys escaped and Ben Hall and his gang […]
Nestled in a picturesque valley between Goulburn and Bathurst, Tuena is an ideal destination for those who prefer the simple pleasures. Visitors can enjoy camping, fishing, gold fossicking, bushwalking, swimming or just a strolling about the village seeking out the old buildings, many of them built during the goldrush era. Tuena is within easy reach […]
The Loaded Dog Hotel is a historical and welcoming hotel. Boasting a mouth-watering bistro with open fireplaces, air-conditioned bar and a rich bush-ranging history.
Riversdale Homestead is a historic 1830s inn – today owned by the National Trust
Embark on a journey to uncover the roots of your family tree or learn about the lives of the great Australians who helped shaped history.
In 1886 there were 73 inns in Goulburn, several venues are still serving today. This self-guided tour features many of the historic inns that you can still visit today, available from the Goulburn Visitor Information Centre.
This Tour will give you a brief glance back in time to discover the historic homes and CBD precinct of Australia’s first inland city
Located in an idyllic setting on the banks of the Wollondilly River. Today houses The Horizontal Engine by Hick, Hargreaves & Co., which was originally put to work at Bell’s Creek gold mine near Araluan, NSW.
