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West Wyalong offers a true country lifestyle. The Shire boasts a safe, friendly, relaxed and affordable environment, with all the key educational, medical, sporting and business facilities at your fingertips. The area is in a period of exciting economic growth and development which provides many opportunities for business expansion and employment.
Facilities
- Medical Centres
- Hospital
- Schools
- TAFE
- Supermarket
- Banks/ATMs/Credit Union
- Post Office
- Pharmacy
- Service Stations
- NRMA
- Car Hire
- Veterinary Clinic
- Swimming Pool
- Golf Course
- Fast food
- Speciality retail shops
- Parks and playgrounds
- Skate park
- Taxis
- Caravan Parks
- Tourist Accommodation
- Real Estate Agents
- Pre-School and Long Day Care facilities
West Wyalong Facts
Population: Bland Shire (6,407); West Wyalong (3,191)
Housing: Median price: $140,000
Location: distance from Sydney: 583 kms, Melbourne: 593 kms, Canberra: 256 kms, Brisbane: 1167 kms, Adelaide: 938 kms, Wagga Wagga: 153 kms, Griffith: 154 kms
Climate: Warm, dry summers, mild autumn and spring, and cool winters. Average yearly temperature range is 10 ° to 23.9°C.. The average annual rainfall is 456.9 mm.
Housing: Housing in the Bland Shire is very affordable. Currently the median sale price of houses in the area is $130,000 with options available from single dwellings to acreage. Housing prices have been relatively stable over recent times.
Rental accommodation is available between $120 to $200 pw for 3 bedroom weatherboard homes and increases to $200 - $300 pw for an executive style residence. Opportunities exist for the construction of homes and other residential investments for the rental market.
Careers
- Mining
- Pace Farm – egg production
- Agricultural industry
- Tourism – accommodation and food services
- Skilled trades
Main Attraction
The Holland Park Pool features a fantastic splash pad play area for small children in addition to the recently refurbished 50 metre pool with a shaded grandstand. The shady grounds feature barbecue facilities as well as a kiosk and café seating area. Also located in the pool grounds is a large water slide for the adventurous. The pool is centrally located in West Wyalong and a short walk from the main shopping area of the town. The pool is open from the long weekend in October through to the last weekend in March.
Education/Schools
- West Wyalong/Wyalong:
- West Wyalong Public School – K – Yr 6
- Wyalong Public School – K – Yr 6
- West Wyalong High School – Yr 7 to Year 12
- St Mary’s Catholic School – K – Year 6
Primary schools located in the following villages: Tallimba, Barmedman, Ungarie, Weethalle & Naradhan
- Pre-School and Day Care
Sporting
- Tennis
- Bowls
- Cricket
- Netball
- Volleyball
- Basketball
- Motor sports
- 50m swimming pool
- Shooting
- Athletics
- Equestrian activities including Pony Club and camp drafting
- Football - rugby league, rugby union and Australian rules.
Health & Medical
- Two medical practices with two full time GPs.
- 22 bed hospital
- Community Health Centre
- Residential Aged Care Facility and Nursing Home
Recreation
- Green Corridor Walking/Cycling track
- Museum
- Swimming Pool
- Library
Transport
Air - West Wyalong’s aerodrome features a main runway of 585 metres, a non directional beacon and pilot actuated lighting on the main runway allowing for direct chartered flights to West Wyalong.
Regular passenger air services to Sydney are available from Wagga Wagga and Parkes
Rail - CountryLink offers a daily service to Cootamundra linking to and from Sydney, Melbourne and Canberra.
Road - The Melbourne to Brisbane Greyhound coach calls at West Wyalong on its journey north and south.
Entertainment
- West Wyalong Bowling Club
- West Wyalong Services and Citizens Club and S&C Sports Club
- Hotels
- Restaurants
Things to See & Do
Coming for a weekend visit?
Try these must do suggestions to make the most of your visit.
Saturday
Spend the morning walking or cycling the Green Corridor Track from the Country Club to the replica gold mining poppet head in Cooinda Park Wyalong.
Along the track you will see the Douglas DC3 Dakota in the Lions Park or take a break in the adjacent Rose Garden.
The Green Corridor winds its way through McCann Park where the White Tank Dam is located – the original water supply for the minefields.
The track continues through Barnado Park where small children will enjoy the fantastic play equipment.
In the summer months venture to the Holland Park Pool before continuing your journey towards Wyalong.
While in Wyalong visit the Museum located in the historical court house and then cross the road to the Exclusive Hot Glass Gallery displaying unique hand crafted glass creations.
Follow the 2kms walking track to return to West Wyalong and enjoy a coffee or a meal in one the local shops located along the Main Street and explore the many shops located in the town.
Take a step back in time and visit Beckett’s Pioneer Farm with its original settlers buildings from around district.
Enjoy a round of golf on the 18 hole golf course located at the Country Club.
Sunday
Enjoy a heritage walk around West Wyalong and Wyalong and admire some of the original buildings built around the turn of the century.
Local history can be discovered by taking short scenic drives around the Shire and a visit to the Visitor Information Centre can provide information and maps.
Barmedman has a mineral pool which has barbecue facilities.
The fully restored Naradhan Woolshed built in 1988 is on the road to Lake Cargelligo and visits can be arranged.
Call into the charming old style Mirrool Hotel for lunch and meet the locals and enjoy the local hospitality.
Weethalle is a perfect place for Devonshire teas at the Whistle Stop tea room and craft shop.
Want a printed copy of the West Wyalong itinerary? Download here.
Upcoming Events
January
- Australia Day Breakfast
February
- Pancake Breakfast
- West Wyalong Rugby League Knockout (last Frid/Sat)
March
- Candy Stripe Fair, West Wyalong
April
- Ladies Day Out in West Wyalong
August
- Weethalle Show (3rd Sat)
September
- Barmedman Show (1st Sat/Sun)
- West Wyalong Show (1st Wed)
- Ungarie Show (2nd Fri)
- West Wyalong Charity Campdraft
October
- Mirrool Silo Kick Challenge (2nd Sat)
November
- Early Markets Wyalong (1st Sat)
December
- Christmas Market/Carols by Candlelight
- New Year Celebrations and Bi-annual Fireworks West Wyalong
Location
Useful Links/Contact
Council Contact Information
| Phone: | (02) 6972 2266 | Fax: | (02) 6972 2145 |
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| Address: | 2-6 Shire Street (PO Box 21) West Wyalong NSW 2671 | ||
| Website: | http://www.blandshire.nsw.gov.au | ||
Tourist Information Centre
| Phone: | (02) 6979 0272 | Fax: | (02) 6972 4230 |
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| Address: | 2-6 Shire Street (PO Box 21) West Wyalong NSW 2671 | ||
| Website: | http://www.blandshire.nsw.gov.au | ||
