Quaint villages, well-resourced towns, rich agricultural and pastoral districts and an eclectic mix of culture and the arts - these are the qualities that make Coolamon Shire a great place to visit!
Taking in the towns of Coolamon, Ganmain and Ardlethan and the smaller villages of Marrar, Matong and Beckom, Coolamon Shire has plenty of things for you and your visiting family and friends to do.
Stroll along the main streets and look at the shops…
Grab a coffee or something to eat…
Learn about the history of the Shire…
Take a nature walk and enjoy a picnic…
Tourist Attractions in Coolamon Shire
Coolamon Heritage Tours, Coolamon
Experienced guides take you on a tour of Coolamon and heritage main street. Catering availbale. Full day, half day or casual stop.
Coolamon Shire walking tracks
Explore the abundance of native flora and fauna found in Coolamon Shire on one of its nature walks. Coolamon’s Kindra State Forest and Ganmain's Murumbang Interpretive Walk will be of special interest to bird-watchers who can seek out the 200 species of birds found in our region. Both tracks feature interpretive signage and Ganmain’s track has two bird hides and a fantastic picnic area.
Up-to-Date Store Cultural and Learning Precinct, Coolamon
Built in 1909, the renovated store allows visitors to step back in time, displaying the Garth Jones Ag collection which tell a local story of life on the land from early settlement and the Mavis Furner crochet collection of over 200 exquisite garments. The store also houses the only known in-situ Lamson Cash Railway system of its type in the world.
Open: Tuesday to Friday, 10am-4pm, Saturday, 10am-1pm and Sunday, 11am-2pm
RSL Memorial Museum, Coolamon
This award-winning museum houses an extensive collection of military items from pre-federation through to present day.
Ganmain Historical Society & Museum
Open every Sunday from 1.00pm to 4.30pm, and tours by arrangement, the Ganmain Historical Society boasts over 400 items of interest including vintage farming machinery, tools and implements, household items, sporting memorabilia, war memorabilia and a large archive of photographs and newspaper items.
Make sure you take advantage of some of the great deals available to Ambassadors in Coolamon Shire
Ajanta Café
Cowabbie Street, Coolamon
Situated at the rear of the Up-to-Date store, Ajanta Café is the perfect place to grab a bite to eat or a coffee.
Ambassador deal: Devonshire Tea only $5 when you bring a visiting family or friend.
Avondale Station
Rannock Road, Coolamon
Experienced as an interesting Farm Stay or Romantic Bed & Breakfast, Avondale Station will provide you with space, peace and the warmth of country life. Accommodation consists of three beautifully renovated train carriages as well as a small cottage and "The Station". With cows, sheep, birds, gardens, crops and forests, there is plenty to see and do. Great for the whole family, Avondale Station also boasts a 'bush' tennis court and a shearing shed which doubles as a games room with table tennis, pool table, quoits and darts.
Ambassador deal: 10% discount when locals book 2 or more nights for a visiting friend or relative.
114 Cowabbie Street, Coolamon
Treats and Treasures stocks a gorgeous range of collectable items, antiques and old wares.
Ambassador deal: 10% discount on sales over $100 for visiting friends and relatives.
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