DESTINATION: Manilla

This small town is on the north-west slopes of the Great Dividing Range. A commercial centre, Manilla services the surrounding district of mixed farming, wheat, wool and cattle. The town is enhanced by a number of parks and is almost encircled by the Namoi River. The huge cartoon of a Murray cod outside the information centre announces Manilla is also a fishing destination.

Main Attractions

Manilla is well-known among gliding, paragliding and hang-gliding enthusiasts. Mount Baldwin and Red Jack Mountain are the local take-off spots for hang-gliders. Memorial Park in the town centre is a pleasant place to wander and watch the birds in the aviary. Royce Cottage is a National Trust-classified building housing a local history museum. Located in Manilla St, the museum is open Monday, Wednesday and Friday afternoons, or by appointment.

Nearby attractions

Warrabah NP is located north-east of the town. It is a small but attractive park on the Namoi River. Huge granite boulders, gorges and pools are the main features of this park. The park is popular for swimming, fishing, canoeing and bushwalking.

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Region: New England - North West

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