The Darling River Run

One of Australia’s great driving adventures in Outback NSW

Mulgowan (Yappa) Aboriginal Art Site walking track

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For an outback adventure that’s bound to inspire, head for Mulgowan (Yappa) Aboriginal Art site walking track in Gundabooka National Park, near Bourke. Be amazed by the fascinating Aboriginal rock art of the Ngemba and Paakandji people, set amongst unspoilt bushland. It’s an unforgettable ‘off the beaten track’ experience for all ages.

Following this challenging yet rewarding walking track along encompassing boulders, you might see hooded robins and pink cockatoos. Arriving at the enormous rock overhang, you’ll discover unique Aboriginal rock paintings that not only depict animal motifs, but dancers, hand stencils and hunting tools. The surrounding Gunderbooka Range and Mulareenya Creek is a significant area where ceremonies were held and the echoes of a vibrant Aboriginal culture can still be felt.

Take your time to soak up the tranquil setting before retracing your steps. If you’re keen to explore, try Bennetts Gorge picnic area and the nearby walk or pitch your tent beneath the vast desert sky at Dry Tank campground or Yanda campground.

Take a virtual tour of Mulgowan (Yappa) Aboriginal Art Site walking track captured with Google Street View Trekker.

Mount Grenfell Historic Site

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Mount Grenfell Historic Site in Cubba protects Ngiyampaa rock art. It’s a short walk to this important Aboriginal site, and a more challenging one to a scenic lookout.

For thousands of years before Europeans settled in this part of NSW, Ngiyampaa people regularly gathered around the semi-permanent waterhole and took shelter in the overhangs of what is now Mount Grenfell Historic Site. In the surrounding rocky ridge, you can see richly coloured paintings of human and animal figures, representations of the natural environment, and hand stencils which are of ceremonial significance to traditional owners.

Nowadays, this extensive Aboriginal rock art is protected within the park and can be reached following the short, easy Mount Grenfell art site walk. Another more challenging hiking trail, Ngiyambaa walking track, takes you further into this gorgeous landscape of red dirt, mallee bushland, open grasslands and the rocky rise of Mount Grenfell itself. The scenic view from the summit, across this low-relief plain, is vast and wide.

Bring the family and a picnic lunch, and take your time in this special place to enjoy the surroundings and learn more about Ngiyampaa culture and heritage.

Simmo’s Outback Auto Care

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As your local Mechanic in Bourke, Simmo’s Outback Car Care take great pride in offering our clients the very best in car servicing and automotive repairs.

Conveniently located in Bourke, Simmo’s Outback Car Care specialise in car servicing for all makes and models, including commercial fleet vehicles, four wheel drives, diesels, caravans and trailers. Our fully qualified log book servicing ensures your car is in safe hands. Book a repair online or call us for a free car service quote!

Outback Fuel Centre Bourke

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Located at the crossroads of the Mitchell Highway, Kamilaroi Highway and the Kidman Way, Outback Fuel Centre Bourke services the pastoral, irrigation, meat processing, transport and tourism industries in Bourke and the surrounding villages and localities, including Cobar, Brewarrina, Walgett, Wanaaring, Tilpa, Louth, Byrock, Nyngan, Fords Bridge, Hungerford.

Bulk fuel supply and deliveries, retail sales, convenience store, clean showers and toilets are all part of Bourke’s Outback Fuel Centre range of customer services.

24 hour card system accepting all major credit cards, Shell Cards and Liberty cards. New accounts available.