Cootamundra is part of the New South Wales Riverina and was a popular destination during Australia’s gold rush years. Today, this country town has a much slower pace and is a wonderful location to spend time appreciating the simple things in life.
Cricket fans will recognise Cootamundra as the birthplace of Australian cricketing legend Sir Donald Bradman, so it’s unsurprising the town has a museum dedicated to the man and the sport itself. You can find the museum a short drive from the town centre. The Captain’s Walk in Jubilee Park is another highlight for Cricket fans, with its bronze statues of Australian Test Cricket Captains.
The Cootamundra Heritage Centre presents a variety of exhibitions where visitors can learn about the history of the area. It is considered an ongoing project, which receives regular input from the community. You can also learn more about the town with a hands-on approach: the town itself is rich with history so a drive around town is likely to turn up plenty of points of interest.
The heart of the town, the Cootamundra Creative Arts Inc., hosts community activities throughout the year, such as dancing, movie nights, performances and exhibitions. Locals also congregate at the Cootamundra Country Club for a unique round of golf or to simply unwind over a drink or meal at the bistro.
This country town has a strong community spirit so check out what local events are on during your visit, there’s sure to be an entertaining event organised for you to immerse yourself in.
