Welcome to Corowa, "the
birthplace of federation".
Corowa is situated on the banks of the Murray River at the border between
NSW and
Victoria, the town of Corowa boasts a history rich of everything from golf
mining and
winemaking to timber milling. These days, many of these pursuits are still
important in
this prosperous district, along with the cultivation of wool, cereals and
stock.
The Shire is
only 3 hours from
Melbourne,
4 hours from
Canberra
and 6 hours from
Sydney. In
addition to easy access to these major centres, Corowa Shire is a central
access point to the snowfield regions of Victoria and NSW as well as the
famous
wine regions of Rutherglen,
King
Valley
and the Gourmet Region.
Boasting a Mediterranean
Climate, Corowa Shire has a vibrant atmosphere and is
ideally located for business, families and retirees to experience
exceptional
lifestyle and opportunities.
Corowa's fascinating history includes being called "the birthplace of
federation"
as it was here at the local Courthouse that the 1893 Federation Conference
took
place and the decision was made to draw up a constitution for the new
nation.
Corowa is situated in the middle of the region's premier food and wine
growing region.
Where better to enjoy fine wine and delicious food, then in the heart of
where
it is produced. Come and experience country hospitality at it's best.
The town is a sporting mecca with plenty of water pursuits available on the
Murray
including swimming, boating, canoeing and fishing, a championship 27 hole
golf course
as well as the National parachute training school and the Australian Soaring
Centre that
operate out of the local airport. Corowa also boasts exceptional visitor
facilities and
activities and including three (3) licenced clubs, lawn tennis and bowling.
Sanger Street Corowa is a great place to visit and an even
better place to live because
of the hospitality and friendly atmosphere shown by our residents. Our
shopping centre
caters for most needs and is set in a beautiful historically retained main
street setting.
We are proud of our Federation History and invite you to explore and
discover Corowa.
ATTRACTIONS
Corowa Golf Club
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Corowa Visitor Information
Centre
88 Sanger Street, Corowa NSW 2646
Tel: (02) 6033 3221 Fax: (02) 6033 3587
Toll Free: 1800 814 054
EMAIL
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Opening Hours
Open Daily 10:00 - 17:00
Closed Christmas Day and Good Friday
For
more information please visit our website
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