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GULGONG
Gulgong is a small town (pop. 2000) located in the Central west of N.S.W. 28kms north of Mudgee and approx. 300kms NW of Sydney. The surrounding area ranges from hilly to the south and east, undulating around Gulgong, gradually changing to flatter landscape to the north and west. The district, particularly around Mudgee, is renowned for its wine production and many local wineries are open to the public on a daily basis.
Accomodation on the Airfield
Accomodation on the Airfield is available in the form of on site caravans or camping sites. All sites are unpowered. The caravans will be charged out at a rate of $35 per night for 2 people and $7 per night for each additional person. (Availability of caravans varies)
For pilots entered in the competition, the fee for camping at the airfield is included in the competition entry fee.
Local Accommodation
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Prince of Wales Hotel 97 Mayne Street 0263 741 166 |
Ten Dollar Town Motel Cnr Mayne Medley Sts 0263 741 204 |
Goldfields Motor Inn Mayne St opp. District Hospital 0263 741 111 |
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Gulgong Motel Medley Street south 0263 741 122 |
Centennial Hotel/Motel 141 MayneStreet 0263 741 241 |
Post Office Hotel 97 Herbert Street 0263 741 031 |
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Commercial Hotel 104 Mayne Street 0263 741 206 |
The Stables Guest Rooms 149 Mayne Street 0263 741 668 |
Henry Lawson Caravan Park& Mayne St adj. Dist. Hospital 0263 741 294 |
Local Facilities
Post Office is located at the south end of Herbert Street.
Service Stations
| Kelly's 47 Medley Street 0263 741 525 |
Mobil 77 Medley Street 0263 741 196 |
Shell Herbert Station Sts 0263 741 652 |
The Club deals at Kelly's Service Station. The Proprietor, Des Kelley is very obliging and a capable mechanic.
N.R.M.A. is located at 105 May Street opp. Loneragans Store
0263 742 666
Road Service
0263 741 044
Bottled Gas
available at Shell Service Station.
Ice
available at Shell and Mobil Service Stations.
Banks:
Commonwealth (also has an ATM)
Westpac
National Australia (3 days per week)
Apart from the Commonwealth Bank there is another ATM located inside
the Supermarket that accepts most cards.
There are a number of outlets that use the EFTPOS system.
Supermarket
There is one Supermarket located in the Loneragans building at the eastern end of Mayne Street.
Clubs
RSL
64 Herbert St
(not open for meals on Mon. Tues. or Wed.)
Bowling Club
Tallawang Street in the vicinity of the Caravan Park.
The Bowling Club serves meals.
There are several eating establishments in the town.
Medical
Drs. G. Caterson and R. Williams 87 Mayne St
0263 741 104
Chemist
Opposite the Commonwealth Bank in Mayne Street 0263 741 107
Swimming Pool
Excellent pool is located near Loneragans Flour Mill.
Bus Service
State Rail runs a twice daily service to Lithgow connecting with trains to Sydney - bookings are essential and can be made at the Post Office.
Local Attractions
See MGTI web site
As well as the local wineries the Pioneer Museum in Gulgong is rated as one of the best in Australia and is a must if you have not been there before.
The Wellington Caves and adjacent Clock Museum is a 50 minutes drive from Gulgong.
The Siding Springs Observatory on top of the Warrumbungle Mountains is a 1 ½ hour drive to the north.
Dubbo is a little over an hours drive either via Wellington or Ballimore and is the home of the Western Plains Zoo as well as other attractions.
The Windamere and Burrendong Dams are within easy commuting distance via Mudgee and are worth a visit.
Other local interests can be found by visiting the Tourist Centres in Gulgong or Mudgee.
Emergency
In australia, dial 000 for emergency help.
Police
Medley Street
0263 741 300
Ambulance
Medley Street
131 233
Fire Brigade
Medley Street
0263 741 100