Drop into the environmentally sustainable Pilliga Forest Discovery Centre at Baradine and pick up a few maps before heading out to explore the outback. The centre offers a wide range of materials that detail the traditional indigenous inhabitants culture. Take a guided tour and watch the birds or stroll alone and see where the track takes you.
Visit the Exploratory Centre and the AAT – Australia’s largest optical telescope, for an out of this world experience. Learn about Dark Energy, the nature of Space Time and the importance of a Dark Sky, or pick up a treat at the Dome Cafe and gift shop.
Don’t miss the incredible festivities of Starfest on the October long weekend each year.
- 50 Wellington Street, Baradine NSW 2396
Discover the area’s hidden secrets, its Indigenous and European history, conservation values and wildlife via a hands on exhibition for the whole family. Visit the nearby Sculptures in the Scrub open air gallery and sandstone caves in the Pilliga Nature Reserve.
Image credit: Destination NSW
- Observatory Road, Coonabarabran NSW 2357
Visit the Exploratory Centre and Australia’s largest optical telescope, for the total astronomy immersion. Learn about Dark Energy, the nature of Space Time, the importance of a Dark Sky, visit the Dome Cafe and gift shop. Don’t miss Starfest each October long weekend!
Image credit: Destination NSW