Narromine New South Wales
Narromine in New South Wales is a rural town with a rich aviation heritage. The area is renowned for its fantastic thermals, which make it one of the world’s best gliding locations.
The town is located by the Macquarie River, in the Great Western Plains region of NSW. Narromine has a number of historic buildings, including four hotels which are over 110 years old.
The current population is 3500. The Narromine silo, owned by the New South Wales Grain Corporation, dominates the town. Wheat, citrus, fruit, vegetables, fat lambs, wool and especially cotton are the economic focus of the shire.
Narromine’s Rich Aviation Heritage
You can explore its intriguing history at the Narromine Aviation Museum. It has the first flyable replica of the 1907 Wright Flyer Model A. Vintage aircraft include a 1938 Corben Super Ace and a 1953 Hawkridge Venture glider.
Sailplane pilots from far and wide are attracted to some of the world’s best thermal soaring. You can experience the thrill of a sailplane flight at the aerodrome with an introductory tandem flight. Ultralight and light aircraft flights are available, too.
Some of the greats of aviation have visited the aerodrome. These include aviators Nancy-Bird Walton and Charles Kingsford Smith and American flying ace and test pilot Chuck Yeager. Australia’s first regional flying club was started here in 1929. During World War II Air Force pilots trained at the aerodrome.
Relax and rejuvenate in Narromine New South Wales
You’ll find pretty parks such as the riverside Rotary Park, a popular spot for picnics, kayaking and fishing. In Tom Perry Park is a life-size bronze statue of cricketing great Glenn McGrath, a fast bowler born in Narromine. The lovely Iris Farm is a wonderful picnic spot in flowering season.
In Trangie, northwest of Narromine, is one of Australia’s iconic ‘big things’ – the Big Billy – and the fascinating Wungunja Cultural Centre. Explore the Aboriginal heritage and artefacts in the centre, such as carved ceremonial trees, and browse authentic Aboriginal art, boomerangs and didgeridoos.
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