Nambung Station Stay in WA is a working sheep and cattle station in the Shire of Dandargan, Western Australia.

The Station consists of more than 5,000 acres of land with 300 beef cattle, 3,000 fine wool merino sheep and is a registered Land for Wildlife property.

Whether your interest lies in wildflowers, native birds, bushwalking, camping, farming, photography, star gazing or just relaxing in a peaceful rural setting Nambung Station can enhance your holiday experience.

History of Nambung Station WA

The Nambung area was explored by George Grey in the early 19 century.  Among his exploring party was a young man called Frederick Smith who sadly became ill and died while camping near a creek in the area. The creek was named after Frederick Smith and this same creek runs through Nambung Station.

There is also a water hole named Frederick Smith Well, which was used for watering the stock passing along the Old Northern Stock Route which also passes through Nambung Station.

Caravans and Campsites

Situated in a quiet, rural countryside in the richly diverse wildflower heartland of Western Australia, Nambung Station offers unique holiday and overnight stays for campers, caravans, RVs, Big Rigs, tenting and B&B farmhouse accommodation. There are spacious camp sites with on-site ablution, with 10 new powered sites.

• Nambung Station Stay welcomes caravans, campers, Mobile homes and RVs.
• We have powered and unpowered sites with plenty of space in a quiet country setting.
• Nambung campsite provides toilets and showers and a camp kitchen..

Bed and Breakfast

The Nambung B&B has two double bedrooms, a shared lounge, kitchen and bathroom.

Address: Wongonderrah Rd (cnr Munbinea Rd) Nambung WA 6521
Phone: (08) 9652 4048 Brian 0427 084 313

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Nambung Station Airstrip in Western Australia is a small, privately owned airstrip in the north of the state. It services the Nambung Sheep and Cattle Station, camping grounds and Bed and Breakfast establishment.

The natural earth airstrip is just a forty minute flight from Jandakot Airport.

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Bullo River Station is a working cattle station and homestead covering 500,000 acres of the Northern Territory.

Bullo River is both a working pastoral property and conservation sanctuary. The station is a birdwatchers’ paradise and is also home to a diverse range of wildlife.

Our station operates in harmony with the land, balancing sustainable farming methods with best-practice land management. Pristine landscape, carved with gorges, decorated with waterfalls and defined by the Victoria and Bullo rivers, make Bullo River Station one of the most breathtakingly beautiful cattle stations in Australia.

The list of daily tasks needed to manage the 4,000 strong Brahman-cross herd across half a million acres can look exhausting. However it’s certainly interesting and lots of fun.

You’ll get out on the station in four-wheel drives, all-terrain vehicles or even on horseback. Activities include bore checks, lick runs and cattle yard work. There’s poddy calves to be fed and muster training to do. Or take a farm tour to learn about everything we do.

Cattle mustering is seasonal over the dry season months June to September and guests are welcome to watch.

Bullo River Station: A Rich History of Men & Women with Cattle in their Blood

In the 1960’s, a pastoral lease for Bullo River Valley Station was granted. That brought about the arrival of pastoralists, stockmen and women who faced oppressive conditions and isolation. They poured their blood sweat and tears into developing Bullo into a viable cattle station.

We are still compiling a great deal of Bullo’s early history. It is clear through early imagery that Aboriginal people worked at the station, contributing to its early development. The Aboriginal men were known to be expert stockmen, with a unique talent for finding wayward stock.

The number and breeds of cattle have changed over the years, as have the stockmen who mustered across the valleys. The homestead and station has expanded and modernised. But the spirit of the bushmen and women who pioneered cattle in the outback remains in our team today.

Welcome To Our Homestead

Near the convergence of the Victoria and Bullo rivers, where the savannah is transformed into an oasis of rolling green lawns, shady eucalypts and iconic boab trees, you’ll find Bullo River Station’s iconic homestead.

Look forward to generous and comfortable rooms, tasty, wholesome meals and a cold drink at the end of the day. These comforts will revive guests who have spent the day enjoying the station’s many activities.

Breakfast is usually served outside on the homestead verandah.  Lunch can often be a picnic basket filled with fresh goodies just perfect to enjoy by waterholes, billabongs or under the shade of a magnificent boab tree. Dinner is best enjoyed under the stars, in the light of a campfire with new friends. Barramundi and prime organic beef from the surrounding pastures dominate the evening menu. We can cater for your dietary requirements.

Phone: +61 8 9168 7375

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ROSS RIVER RESORT

The Ross River Resort in the NT is based around the original 1890’s Loves Creek Homestead. Our unique outback facility offers you a variety of accommodation options essential to providing you with your very own Outback Experience!

Ross River Homestead is situated 83 km by sealed road, East North East of Alice Springs and offers a taste of the Australian outback’s pioneering history.

It is a tourist resort formed around the original Loves Creek Homestead, and was first established as an outstation of Undoolya Station. It is thought that Alfred Tabe, the foreman at the nearby Arltunga Gold town built the homestead in 1898.

Ross River Resort offers:

• Friendly outback experience
• Local knowledge of the area
• Rustic en suite cabins
• Bunkhouse accommodation
• Camping and caravan park
• Swimming pool and spa
• EFTPOS facilities
• WiFi (Roaming Wi Fi – able to be purchased)
• OPTUS phone service
• Bar and dining room
• Conference facilities
• Group catering
• Bush walking
• Creative haven for lovers of the arts – for music, painting, or the written word – your artistic flow will forever outback grow……………
• Bird watching
• Fuel/ block ice/ gas bottle refills
• Airstrip 
• Gateway to National Parks in the area 

ACCOMMODATION

At Ross River Resort we have accommodation to suit whatever your needs may be. 

Enjoy a night out Swagging or Tenting under the stars, or stay tucked up in your Van at our lovely grassed campground.

You can take the Bunkhouse option, (basic bunk bed accommodation, some with air conditioning); or stay on the Homestead side of the river and settle down in one of our Rustic Cabins.

All of our cabins have a full ensuite, bar fridge and tea/coffee facilities. Or……why not follow in the footsteps of the original settlers and use our Starlight Camp, situated about 4 km from the Homestead (group bookings only).

Phone:  (08) 8956 9711
Mobile: 1800 241 711

Address: 7829 Ross Highway, Hale NT 0872

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Kings Creek Station lies 36 kilometres from the magnificent Kings Canyon (Watarrka) and is set amongst majestic desert oaks.

Kings Creek Station is a cattle station with a range of accommodation options from camping to luxury tents.

A range of supplies, meals and drinks can be bought at the station shop. You could even try one of our famous Kings Creek camel burgers!

The station is the largest exporter of wild camels in Australia and sells camels for live export, live domestic sales and meat.

Our History

Kings Creek Station was established in 1981 by Ian and Lyn Conway. This was originally vacant crown land with no infrastructure – no water, no electricity, no communications, no roads and no buildings.

Originally the vision was to run the Station as a cattle/camel property. Since then tourism has taken precedence although Kings Creek Station still runs cattle and exports camels. Kings Creek covers an area of 1800 sq kilometres of which 100 sq K’s is Freehold, the remainder being Leasehold.

Ian Conway is the grandson of William Liddle, who, in 1907, was the first permanent pastoralist in the Kings Canyon region. In 1929 Liddle took up a pastoral lease known as Angas Downs Station. Liddle’s first wife was an Arrente woman from Alice Springs. Bill and Mary had four children, the eldest being Hilda, Ian’s mother.

Ian’s father, Mortimer, was also born to an Arrente Woman and a white pastoralist. Mortimer attended the first school in Alice Springs in 1914. He then went on to work for Syd Kidman for 20 odd years as a boss drover.

Lyn Conway was born in Adelaide and met Ian in Alice Springs. When they first started Kings Creek Station, Lyn was more or less thrown into the deep end as there was no infrastructure. Everyday chores were very difficult especially with 2 young children.

Accommodation at Kings Creek Station

CAMPING

Set amongst natural bush with views of the George Gill Range, our campground offers a choice of grassed and un-grassed sites, with or without power. Toilet, shower and laundry facilities are provided; as well as our swimming pool to cool off in the summer, and a roaring campfire to keep you warm in the winter months!

BUSH TENTS

Located against the spectacular backdrop of the George Gill Ranges, our unique air-conditioned bush tents offer comfortable and affordable accommodation.

DREAMTIME ESCARPMENT PACKAGE

Our luxury secluded glamping tents are positioned along the escarpment and elevated to provide maximum airflow and views. These spacious and beautifully appointed tents allow you to really experience iconic Australian camping on a truly genuine but luxurious level. 

THE OLD DROVERS CAMP PACKAGE

The Old Drovers Camp features accommodation for up to 12 guests. Sleep under the stars in a classic but ultra comfortable, elevated Australian swag magnificent views of the nearby George Gill Ranges.

Contact: +61 (08) 8956 7474

Address: PMB 164, Alice Springs, NT 0870

Kings Creek Airstrip NT

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Our family’s focus has always been on environmental sustainability with looking after the land an absolute priority. 

The Martell family ventured to Gilberton in 1869 as teamsters, bringing goods into the gold-fields of Gilberton. They quickly saw the opportunity and opened up a butcher shop. Soon after they bought a pub in partnership with Dixon, that they called the Rising Sun. 

They also took up the crown land and Gilberton Station was established.

Now seven generations later, members of the extended family are still the custodians. They are looking after country – country they love and cherish.

Experience the pastoral history of the French family’s 150 years on Gilberton. Having four generations still on the land working together is a truly amazing adventure.

Due to ongoing drought in the early 2000’s the family decided to diversify into tourism. They were wanting to develop an authentic, luxurious and intimate experience. One that showcases the unique blend of a multi-generational working cattle station and nature reserve.  

We also want to help educate people about life on the land and the paddock to plate concept.

Our aim is to make your stay the opportunity of a lifetime. A holiday where you get to experience life in the outback staying in 5 star luxury. 

All you have to do is choose your outback adventure.  We look after the rest! 

Your exclusive accommodation at Gilberton Outback Retreat

Perched on top of a bluff above the Gilbert River, the retreat is built from local stone and timber. It hosts a pillow-topped king bed and luxurious bathtub with uninterrupted panoramic views. 

Step into this unique piece of Gilberton, and enjoy a welcome platter and bottle of champagne on arrival.  Appreciate the luxurious robes, waffle slippers, bathroom products and little treats scattered throughout. 

The retreat is designed to captivate the beauty of this rugged landscape. It is the perfect place to immerse yourself in harmony with nature’s beauty in understated luxury.

The retreat has a fully self-contained kitchen. In it you can enjoy your breakfast hamper, tea, coffee and snacks at any time of the day.

There are no phones, television or internet available allowing you to truly escape, relax and digital detox.

There is plenty to see and do at Gilberton if your heart so desires.

Gilberton Airstrip

Contact: (07) 4062 5329

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Sustaining the new settlers of South Australia with food was part of his charter. It was on Hutton Vale Farm that he established his prized studs and mixed farm produce.

He went on to become one of the largest land owners in the colony.

Upon European settlement the Angas family took up land in South Australia. John Howard Angas named this section Hutton Vale Farm in 1843 and to this day it remains in the family.

Hutton Vale Farm is a mixed farm with many facets, including grapes, wool and food growing. The philosophy is to run each arm of the business in a sustainable manner while at the same time entwining them together as a whole. Offering award-winning wine, lamb, woolen throws and tailored experiences for guests.

Accommodation at Hutton Vale Farm SA

Set amidst the tranquil and idyllic, Barossa landscape, both our accommodation options have picturesque views over the farm and vineyards.

J.H.A. STONE CELLAR

Opened in 2019, the J.H.A. Stone Cellar is a premium bed and breakfast named in the honour of its founder, at the original site of one of his farm buildings.

A blend of old and new with thick stone walls and large glass windows for wonderful farm and vineyard views. The J.H.A Stone Cellar is a luxury, two bedroom, stand alone villa with ensuite bathrooms and additional outdoor shower, located on Hutton Vale Farm, set amidst the tranquil, rural Barossa landscape. A true, luxury escape just an hour outside of Adelaide.

HUTCH HILTON

Think a camping holiday without having to take anything! The creatively reworked cabin accommodation provides four separate bedrooms each with queen bed, ensuite, electric blanket, air conditioning and heating.

The well equipped indoor/outdoor kitchen with adjoining lounge area has an open fire, books to read and games to play. Perfect for families or a group of friends. You can even fly in by private/charter aircraft landing on the farm’s grass airfield.

Contact: (08) 8564 8270

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Hutton Vale Farm Airstrip in South Australia is nestled in the picturesque hills of Eden Valley. This private airfield is available for aircraft to land right in between the Mount Edelstone and the Hutton Vale Farm Shiraz vineyards.

The Hutton Vale Farm airfield is a grass airstrip with two runways at an elevation of 1240ft. The primary runway has reasonably good approaches, the cross strip (09-27) is a little over 800m but undulating with difficult approaches (high ground and trees). Please exercise caution.

The airfield is available for private and charter operations; prior notification is required. A loan car is available for fly in guests at $50 per day + fuel for exploring the Barossa region. Short or long-term aircraft hangarage may be available.

Stay at the Hutton Vale Farm Hutch Hilton or the J.H.A. Stone Cellar.

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LORELLA SPRINGS WILDERNESS PARK, NT … THE MOST REMOTE AND PRISTINE PART of AUSTRALIA.

• 1,000,000 acres, coastal frontage, unspoilt, family owned and family run.  
• Camping,
• Caravanning,
• Fishing,
• Boating,
• Bar,
• Meals,
• Accommodation,
• 1,000 km of 4×4 Adventure Tracks,
• Birds,
• Swimming,
• Thermal Springs,
• Wildlife,
• Secluded Naturist Area,
• Stunning Photography,
• Helicopter and much, much more.  
• Private Airstrip
  
  Lorella Springs Wilderness Park is a one million acre (400 square kilometres) privately run, station in the Gulf of Carpentaria, Northern Territory.  
  
  We are located off the Savannah Way, approximately 450 kilometres south east of Mataranka and 180 kilometres north east of Borroloola. The property is also accessible by light aircraft on our private airstrip, and helicopter.  
  
  There are almost 1000 kilometres of 4WD tracks which lead through beautiful escarpment country to waterfalls, out on to the beaches and salt flats, past estuaries, rivers, creeks, billabongs and to many beautiful and safe crystal clear swimming spots.  

Accommodation

Our accommodation which sleeps over 50 people ranges from fully air-conditioned and well-appointed cabins, through to en-suited deluxe rooms and standard rooms. We also have a one square kilometre island campground adjacent to the homestead providing amenities and unpowered sites, as well as unlimited camping on the rest of the property.  

Meals

Our homestead area includes a restaurant and catering facility as well as a fully licenced bar, surrounded by a 200-square metre deck with a seating capacity of over 100 guests.   The crocodile pond is a popular attraction for diners and guests, especially around feeding time during “Happy Hour”.   Our “Magical Hot Springs” is within metres of the homestead and offers a natural heated pool that is enjoyed throughout the tourist season.

Attractions

From diverse, open savannah, to coastal floodplains, salt flats and mangroves, or escarpment and dense forest, Lorella is abundant with bird and animal wildlife. Historical sites, Aboriginal culture, caves, chasms, gorges and the spectacular, famous Lost City rock formations are just some of the features to make Lorella a destination in itself.

Rhett and his family look forward to welcoming you and sharing their backyard.

Address: c/o PO Box 356, Palmerston, Darwin, NT 0831 AUSTRALIA

Phone: (08) 8975 9917

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Accommodation at Nalbarra

Stay in our renovated shearers quarters. Family, double and single rooms with fully self-contained kitchen available including fridge/freezer, gas stove, wood stove, cutlery, plates and adjoining dining room. Rooms are lockable and most have 24-hour power points.

The shower block consists of 4 showers and 2 wash basins, hot water is supplied by a gas heater. Alongside the shower block are 3 separate toilets. An outside BBQ/fire pit area is located with the tent and caravan sites. 

There is a large fire pit situated in a sit around area and we welcome you to collect the plentiful nearby wood for the fire pit! On top of the above there is the Wool Shed wool room for groups to gather for a yarn or two sheltered out of wind.

Please note: Meals are not available, but you may purchase BBQ packs.

Activities At Nalbarra

There is plenty to do with amazing breakaway country for artists, birdwatching, bushwalks or enjoy a drive through the gorgeous countryside. The tennis court and dart board is popular with guests.

Wildflowers cover the country side from mid July to mid/late September if good winter rainfall has fallen. Be sure to call or contact us to receive wildflower touring information before departure. If the season is right you’ll be sure to see carpets of everlastings, orchids, wattle/acacias, grevilleas, verticordias, mulla-mulla and so much more!

Wildlife is abundant on Nalbarra Station. Take a stroll through the country side and you’ll be sure to see some of the locals. Kangaroos, emus, bungarras (sand monitors), numerous reptiles, small marsupials plus you’ll no doubt bump into the odd sheep or two!

Birdlife in the outback is just remarkable. Get your binoculars out and start looking! The windmills at dawn and dusk are a great place to start as birds flock in to grab a drink. Galahs, parrots, small wrens, eagles, raptors – the list goes on!

Address: PO Box 125, Mount Magnet WA
Phone: (08) 9963 5829

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