Tenterfield, in the beautiful New England region of NSW, is a town rich in history. Hailed as the 'Birthplace of our Nation', it was on October 24, 1889, that Sir Henry Parkes, the Premier of the Colony of New South Wales delivered his famous federation speech in the Tenterfield School of Arts. The Tenterfield Oration, as it became known is significant as it ultimately led to the federation of all Australian states in 1901.
Another famous Australian linked to Tenterfield is Peter Allen (1944–1992.) Born Peter Richard Woolnough, he was a singer, songwriter, and entertainer who went on to international fame with songs like I Go to Rio and I Still Call Australia Home. Tenterfield Saddler is a tribute to his much-loved grandfather, George Woolnough, the Tenterfield Saddler whose shop on High Street was a key meeting place in town from 1908 to 1960 and now displays memorabilia.
Tenterfield is a charming town surrounded six national parks with granite monoliths, majestic waterfalls, rippling creeks and lookouts offering panoramic views. A lovely spot to visit is Boonoo Boonoo Falls. It was at the lookout here that Australian poet and journalist Banjo Patterson proposed to his sweetheart, Alice Walker. Of course, she said yes, and the couple married in 1903.
The Tenterfield region's economy is largely based on agriculture, mostly sheep and beef cattle farming. The area is renowned for its superb wineries, breweries, farm gates and markets with offerings to tease the taste buds all year round. The region is home to seven villages, each with something unique to experience and all wrapped in Tenterfield’s trademark country hospitality.
The town of Tenterfield features charming Victorian-era architecture, cozy cafes, delightful boutiques and galleries featuring local artists. Explore the historic sites, enjoy the picturesque scenery and experience the welcoming atmosphere of Tenterfield.
The streets of Tenterfield are lined with beautifully restored, heritage-listed federation buildings. Tenterfield tours include a self-guided walk and include the National Trust-listed Tenterfield Saddler. Built in 1860 it has served as a saddlery, bank and private residence and today is a small museum.
The Sir Henry Parkes School of Arts is a must-see for visitors to Tenterfield. In 1957 it was the first building in NSW to be gifted to the trust by an Act of Parliament. The museum features the Banquet Hall where Sir Henry Parkes delivered his famous Federation speech, along with a display of memorabilia from his life. The museum offers an array of interesting displays on Australian history, culture and environment, with a focus on Federation.
Visit the Tenterfield Railway Station Museum. Opened in 1886 as 'The Great Northern Terminus' the station served the community for 100 years and displays an almost intact nineteenth-century railway precinct.
Tenterfield is a regional town in NSW in the New England region. It sits at the junction of the New England and Bruxner highways, along the Northern Tablelands.
Tenterfield is 274 kilometres from the Queensland border and takes just over three hours to drive.
The Cataract River rises on the eastern slopes of the Great Dividing Range, near Red Hill. It’s mostly a perennial stream of the Clarence River catchment.
The Tenterfield region is home to two main language groups: The Kamilaroi (Gamilaraay, Gamilaroi) people and the Bundjalung (Bunjalung, Badjalang & Bandjalang) people. Several generations of both Kamilaroi and Bundjalung people have been born and raised in Tenterfield.
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