Discover Gunnedah: Trails, Poetry and Art

Expansive trails, poetry, art and history give Gunnedah several distinctive features. The Bindea Walking Track covers a 22-kilometre network of trails; in Kitchener Park, a 500-metre path circles the oval. There are also places connected to poet Dorothea Mackellar and Gamilaraay culture.

Trails of different lengths

The Bindea Walking Track is a 22-kilometre network of interconnected trails. Along the way, there are views over Gunnedah and the Namoi and Mooki valleys. With a little luck, you may also spot a koala on the track. This means the scenic views are joined by the possibility of wildlife sightings, though a sighting is not guaranteed. Trail conditions can change; check the latest conditions before your visit.

Breaker Morant Drive offers a different kind of route. The 500-metre path can be used on foot or by vehicle and circles the oval in Kitchener Park on Conadilly Street in Gunnedah. Compared with the 22-kilometre Bindea network, it is a clearly defined circuit. The two lengths give you a concrete comparison for planning, without implying a particular walking time. Breaker Morant Drive is also home to a memorial plaque unveiled in 2002, commemorating Gunnedah’s connection to the Boer War.

Art and culture on Pensioners Hill

Native plants line a gently winding path on Pensioners Hill, where there are also stone sculptures. Other features include Aboriginal scar trees and totems, which relate to the Gamilaraay people’s cultural connection to their land. A practical feature is also noted: Pensioners Hill has an accessible path suitable for prams, wheelchairs and tour coaches. As conditions on site can change, check them before your visit.

Poetry in different places

Gunnedah’s Poets Precinct is a tribute to poet Dorothea Mackellar. The Mackellar Centre houses Jean Isherwood’s unique “My Country” watercolour collection, comprising 32 works. Another way to explore poetry and the town’s history is Poets Drive: a self-guided tour of Gunnedah that celebrates notable landmarks and well-known poets. The offerings therefore have different focuses: a tribute to a poet, a specific collection, and a tour that brings landmarks and poetry together. If you plan to visit the Mackellar Centre, check the latest visitor arrangements beforehand, as opening arrangements may change.

Visitor information and event dates

The Gunnedah Visitor Information Centre is located in the Cultural Precinct in the town centre. It provides visitors with information about local accommodation, attractions, goods and services, and offers maps and brochures. Service and operating details can change; check the latest information before your visit.

West of Gunnedah, AgQuip has been held annually at a permanent site since 1973. If the event is relevant to your trip, check the dates for the year you plan to visit before making arrangements around it. This lets you consider whether to combine your event visit with Gunnedah’s trails, cultural sites or other interests when choosing your accommodation.

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