To the north of Deniliquin is the village of Conargo, the home of the famous Conargo Pub. Conargo's hospitality expands in a big way at Christmas, on New Year's Eve and on Mother's Day, when the village boasts three special events, each of which attract hundreds of visitors.
At Christmas time the Australian Open Hang-gliding Championships are held at Conargo just north of the Billabong Creek. The Championships attract competitors from around the globe.
On New Year's Eve Conargo sees out the old year and welcomes the new with its Legendary New Year's Eve Charity Ball.
Crowds also flock to the village on Mothers Day for the famous Billabong Bunyip Market, which shows the talent and skill of the region's cottage industries. A huge number of stalls offer quality home-made and hand-made goods for sale, including a wide variety of truly tempting snacks and more substantial food and refreshments.
Between the village of Conargo and Deniliquin is Clancy's of Conargo Winery, visitors can enjoy cellar door tasting's, picnic facilities, winery tours and can browse the interesting collections of Australian bottles and glassware and an international license plate display.
'Maroona Park'
Comfortable, affordable self-contained cottage. Ideal for golfers, birdwatchers or just relaxing.
HOSTS: Jen & Peter Crozier
P/F (03) 5882 4386
M 0427 401 285
Burnima is on the Bullatale Creek, 35kms S-E of Deniliquin. Enjoy dinner, bed & breakfast in the Homestead set in a spacious garden which inc. TC & BBQ. Kangaroos & birdlife abound & a bushwalk is a must.
B/B Single $60 B/B Double $100
Dinner all inc. pp $25
Cash or Cheque only
HOSTS: Jon & Di Whittakers
P (03) 5882 1143
F (03) 5882 1155
burnima@ozsky.net
For an enlightening experience catch a bus to East Tolans and enjoy the sites of a unique farm filled with stock, cereal crops, agroforestry & rice.
Whilst you are there take a leisurely stroll through a country garden displaying amazing bird sculptures.
HOSTS: Pam & Adam Wettenhall
P/F (03) 5882 4343