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South Eveleigh Sydney Australia

Old boiler room

South Eveleigh Sydney Australia

Located in Sydney Australia, South Eveleigh has undergone significant revitalization in recent years. This transformation has turned an industrial site into a modern and dynamic precinct that combines technology, innovation, lifestyle, and heritage.

One of the major highlights of South Eveleigh is its rich industrial heritage. The site was once home to the Eveleigh Railway Workshops, which played a vital role in Sydney’s early rail history. Many of the original heritage buildings have been preserved and repurposed, offering a fascinating blend of historical charm and contemporary design.

History

Preserved within the workshop building, Bays 1 and 2 showcase a collection of machinery, tools, and artifacts used in the workshops, offering a glimpse into the daily lives of the workers. Interpretive signs explain the significance and use of the tools and machinery.

Dating from 1887, the vast locomotive workship contains workshops for blacksmithing, boilermaking, and other essential trades. Importantly, these are not just static museum displays but remain in use. Courses are held locally teaching people these disappearing trades.

Current Use

Today, South Eveleigh serves as a hub for startups, tech companies, and creative industries. A modern high-tech interior provides office space for companies and business, while others house fitness centres and cafes.

A cafe within the main building is surrounded by old machinery and tool racks, while old steam powered hammer presses and boring machines are scattered throughout the office spaces.

A wonderful place to wander around, learning about the past, while surrounded by high-tech enterprises. After taking in the displays, there are cafes, restaurants and a brewery to relax at.

Old boiler room
Old boiler room
Workshop area. Still in use by hobbyists
Workshop area. Still in use by hobbyists
Tool room
Tool room
Workshop area. Still in use by hobbyists South Eveleigh
Workshop area. Still in use by hobbyists
New business offices inside the old workshops South Eveleigh
New business offices inside the old workshops
Old jig borer on display
Old jig borer on display
Steam hammer on display South Eveleigh
Steam hammer on display
Photo display
Photo display
View from second floor showing cafe and brewery next to machinery displays South Eveleigh
View from second floor showing cafe and brewery next to machinery displays

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Goonoo Goonoo Station Tamworth

The Shearers' Quarters Exterior

Goonoo Goonoo Station

Our last night on our recent road trip was spent at Goonoo Goonoo Station (pronounced Gunna G’noo), south of Tamworth. Goonoo Goonoo means ‘running water over rocks in times of drought’ in the Kamilaroi language.

Access to the station is restricted to booked guests, but the Glasshouse Restaurant, is open to the public (book ahead as it is very popular). On arrival, either turn right at the gate if going to the restaurant or drive up to the gate and key in the code you would have been sent.

Still an operating cattle station, you will see might horses and cattle during you stay if you are lucky. During our visit, several horses were in nearby fields, which was great.

  • Entrance to Goonoo Goonoo Station
    Entrance to Goonoo Goonoo Station
  • The Excellent Signage
    The Excellent Signage
  • Locked Gate to the Goonoo Goonoo Station Village Area
    Locked Gate to the Goonoo Goonoo Station Village Area
  • Cattle Yards
    Cattle Yards

Accommodation

We stayed in the shearers’ quarters, which look rustic on the outside, but are modern and clean inside. Clean and modern, the interior is fully airconditioned and very comfortable. One side retains the old veranda, so you can relax outside and take in the scenery.

  • Goonoo Goonoo Station The Shearers' Quarters Exterior
    The Shearers’ Quarters Exterior
  • Goonoo Goonoo Station
    Shearers’ Quarters Exterior
  • Goonoo Goonoo Station The Shearers' Quarters Goonoo Goonoo Station
    The Shearers’ Quarters
  • Goonoo Goonoo Station View From the Back of The Shearers' Quarters
    View From the Back of The Shearers’ Quarters
  • The Shearers' Quarters Interior
    The Shearers’ Quarters Interior
  • The Shearers' Quarters Interior
    The shearers’ Quarters’ Interior
  • View From The Shearers' Quarters
    View From The Shearers’ Quarters

The Chapel

For weddings, Goonoo Goonoo has a beautiful chapel in the middle of the village, providing a great setting for that special day.

  • Goonoo Goonoo Station
    Chapel in the Village
  • Chapel in the Village Goonoo Goonoo Station
    Chapel in the Village

Village Buildings

On arrival, you get a map of the village and are encouraged to walk around, which was a great way to wind down before dinner at the restaurant. To get to the Glasshouse Restaurant, you either drive your car back out the main gate or take a short walk up the hill. We chose the latter as it was a beautiful evening.

  • Village Map
    Village Map
  • Stone Building
    Stone Building
  • Signage for The Directionally Challenged
    Signage for The Directionally Challenged
  • Stone Building
    Stone Building
  • Gardens and Archway
    Gardens and Archway

Glasshouse Restaurant

Sitting on top of a hill the Glasshouse Restaurant has amazing views from its full-length glass windows. As the sun sets and you enjoy a great dinner, you get to take in the scenery. We loved the meals we ordered along with dessert and some nice cold drinks.

  • Glasshouse Restaurant
    Glasshouse Restaurant
  • Glasshouse Restaurant
    Railway Sleepers on the Outside of the Glasshouse Restaurant
  • Main Meal
    Main Meal
  • Dessert
    Dessert
  • Drinks
    Drinks
  • Old Shearing Sheds
    Old Shearing Sheds

What Did We Think of Goonoo Goonoo Station?

This was a great place to finish our trip, with amazing accommodation and wonderful meal. We loved staying here, particularly the setting and the way the rooms have been refurbished from old workers sheds.

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Old Bank Restaurant and Bar Dubbo

Main Meal Lamb Rump

Old Bank Restaurant and Bar Dubbo

Looking for somewhere to have dinner in Dubbo, we found the Old Bank Restaurant not far from our hotel. Located in Macquarie Street, and completed in 1876 the building operated as a bank until 1921. From then it passed through several owners including the RSL, council and police, before being purchased by the current owners in 2012.

We did not have a booking but were lucky there were tables still available. People arriving after us were turned away because it is very popular. So, if you want to eat here, book ahead.

While there, have a look at the decorations on the walls, including old photos and a great collection of guitars.

Dining in an old heritage building was nice, with the old fixtures and wooden floors. We ate in the boardroom, which is one of six areas available. The bar served a nice range of beers and ciders, so we enjoyed a few pre-dinner drinks before eating.

We ordered the lamb rump, which arrived on a huge plate, looking fantastic. A great meal in a wonderful environment, which we thoroughly enjoyed.

  • Old Bank Restaurant and Bar
    Old Bank Restaurant and Bar
  • Old Bank Restaurant
    Front of the Building
  • Main Meal Lamb Rump
    Main Meal Lamb Rump
  • Beer and Cider
    Beer and Cider

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To see what else there is to do in New South Wales, please see some of our other stories.