Deniliquin Travel Guide

Deniliquin is a town of 7895 persons on the Edward River, a branch of the Murray River which was created by a fault in the earth's surface. Unusually, within the town, a series of lagoons snake off into parkland and state forest, and a footbridge across a creek opposite the town hall in Cressy St leads to an island wildlife sanctuary. Deniliquin is situated 734 km south-west of Sydney via the Hume and Riverina Highways. Its situation makes it ideal for fishing, waterskiing, canoeing, boating, safe swimming, and relaxing on both sandy McLeans Beach (signposted through town) and Willoughby's Beach within the state forest. There are boat ramps, a golf course, and river cruises to enjoy (to make bookings for the latter phone (03) 5881 3017 or 015-481965). The Heritage Centre has a pamphlet outlining an historical town walk. The most notable heritage building is the stuccoed Victorian classical courthouse in Poictiers St, built 1883-87 and designed by James Barnet, with additions made the following decade that appear to have been part of the original conception. The entrance and portico are particularly impressive.