Bombala

Bombala NSW 2632 (Pop 1 500)

Bombala is a picturesque and peaceful rural centre 484 km s-w of Sydney. Located in the Monaro district in the south east corner of NSW, Bombala sits at an elevation of 747 m and winters get very cold. The Bombala River is noted for its excellent trout fishing and platypus spotting. Europeans settled the area from 1830s and substantial growth followed with Bombala even considered for Federal Capital in early 1900s. Important industries include sheep, cattle, timber and vegetables. Markets 1st Sat each month. Wool & Wood Festival (Jan), Celebrate Lavender (Jan), Celebration of Motorcycles (Sept), Riverside Festival (Nov).

Accommodation:
Bombala has a motel, a couple of hotels, a guesthouse and caravan park. Visitor Information Centre: Railway Park, Monaro Hwy. Tel (02) 6458 4080 or (02) 6458 3047.

Airport:
Merimbula Airport (MIM) Arthur Kaine Dr, Merimbula. Tel (02) 6495 4211 (84 km east).

Hospital:
Bombala District Hospital, Wellington St. Tel (02) 6458 3166 or Delegate Hospital, Craigie St, Delegate. Tel (02) 6458 8008. (36 km s-w).