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Swan Hill information and attractions

Introduction:

Swan Hill is located on the Murray River, between the river towns of Robinvale and Kerang.

Swan Hill's commercial centre is mainly centred around Campbell Street and the wide boulevard of McCallum Street which crosses the river over a narrow bridge and leads directly into New South Wales. Interesting landmarks in the town centre include the clock tower opposite the post office, the elegant Town Hall, and the garden of nicely shaped conifers which surround the war memorial along the centre of McCallum Street. Also of interest is the Big Murray Cod - a former movie prop - now on display out the front of Swan Hill's railway station. The Burke & Wills Tree, located in Curlewis Street, is a Moreton Bay fig tree planted in 1860 to commemorate the explorers' expedition across Australia as they passed through Swan Hill. It is believed to be the largest tree of its kind in Australia.

Thanks to irrigation from the Murray River, Swan Hill is surrounded by fields of citrus fruits and grapes. The Murray River is a major attraction in town, offering paddle steamer cruises and other water activities along a river that is attractively lined with a number of shady parks. One of the most popular tourist attractions in town is the Pioneer Settlement, situated at the junction of the Murray and Little Murray Rivers. This settlement recreates the atmosphere of a pioneer river port town with authentic buildings from the 19th century.

 
Attractions:

Swan Hill Pioneer Settlement
Recreates life in the Murray-Mallee area from the period of 1830-1930 featuring historic buildings and other major exhibits, plus river cruises and evening sound & light tours
Olson Game Birds
Located 30 kilometres north-west of Swan Hill, this free range game farm is open to the public and offers guided tours, a kiosk, picnic facilities and a sales outlet

Art & culture:

Swan Hill Regional Art Gallery
The gallery has a large permanent collection of artworks which portray the region and regular changing exhibitions

Local tourist guides:

Swan Hill Online
Tourism and business guide including events, attractions, shopping and touring information
River Murray - Swan Hill
Tourism guide covering Swan Hill and the towns and attractions along the entire length of the Murray River
Walkabout - Swan Hill
A travel guide with information on the history of the area and things to see

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