Tag Archives: Wolgan Valley

Canyoning at Newnes – 9-10 February 2013

Posted on February 13, 2013 by Dave Noble

It was Dan’s birthday and he had organised for a big group to join him in celebrating at Newnes in the Wolgan Valley. Both days of the weekend we visited nearby canyons. On Saturday, we broke into smaller groups and … Continue reading →

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Surefire and Galah Canyons – 20-21 October 2012

Posted on October 23, 2012 by Dave Noble

It was time to visit two classic South Wolgan canyons. Dan was bringing a group up from Canberra and Rik and Rob were keen to come along too. We met at Barcoo Swamp campsite on saturday morning and there decided … Continue reading →

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Donkey Mountain Walk

Posted on June 21, 2012 by Dave Noble

I was able to join Helen and others from SUBW on a trip to Donkey Mountain in the Wolgan Valley last weekend. The mountain is in the Gardens of Stone National Park and towers above the Emirates Resort. We started … Continue reading →

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Red Rocks Walk

Posted on April 17, 2012 by Dave Noble

A bushwalker friend, Dave, was on a short visit from his work overseas and had organised a walk for SUBW to the Red Rocks near Newnes. This is one of my favourite bushwalking places. Easy to get to, great views, … Continue reading →

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Canyoning at Newnes

Posted on March 12, 2012 by Dave Noble

Sarah had organised a weekend of canyoning at Newnes and with a good weather forecast (at last!!!) it was easy to decide to join the party. As well as Sarah, there was James, Dan, Kate and Rob and Disco joined … Continue reading →

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Canyoning at Newnes

Posted on January 27, 2012 by Dave Noble

Newnes in the Wolgan Valley is a great place for a lot of outdoor activities. Its good place for bushwalking, mountain biking, rock climbing and canyoning. Earlier in January I spent an enjoyable weekend camping at Newnes with a group … Continue reading →

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Blue Rocks Bushwalk – June Long Weekend 2011

Posted on June 15, 2011 by Dave Noble

A long weekend is a great time for bushwalking. The extra day allows you to go further than you normally can on a two day weekend – and that is a great bonus. The long weekend in June, with typically … Continue reading →

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Donkey Mountain Weekend

Posted on May 30, 2011 by Dave Noble

Donkey Mountain in the Wolgan Valley (Wollemi National Park – Northern Blue Mts) is a most interesting and spectacular place to visit. It was a good place to go to celebrate Rik’s birthday and Wendy finishing off her job. It … Continue reading →

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