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Corowa

John Ford Bridge at Corowa

Corowa, located on the northern banks of the Murray River and the New South Wales-Victoria border, is a heritage town renowned as the birthplace of Australian Federation. Nearby is the town of Howlong and the Rutherglen wine region. 
 
History
After hosting the historic Federation Conference in 1893, which paved the way for a national, elected government, Corowa became known as the birthplace of Australian Federation.

Today visitors can take a self-guided walking tour around the historic buildings of Corowa to discover the story of the birthplace of Federation, or drop in at the Federation Museum, where the Australian Federation movement is celebrated with photographs and historic documents.

On and around the Murray River
Enjoy a picnic on the banks of the Murray or wander along a wetlands trail to see native birds and wildlife. Play a round of golf at the Corowa Golf Resort, a 27-hole championship golf course or the Howlong Country Golf Club, a challenging 18-hole course. Cast a line for Murray Cod or visit the Murray Bank Yabby Farm.

Sample local wine
Head to local cellar doors and sample the world renowned muscats and tokays of the Rutherglen wine region.

Things to do

8th hole

Corowa Golf Club

Play a round on this superb 27 hole championship course located on the mighty Murray River. Home of touring professional Marcus Fraser.

Mount Prior Vineyard

Rutherglen wine region

Savour specialist muscats, tokays and rich red wines in the region that's been producing wine continuously for over 150 years.

Murray River

The Murray River

Explore this magnificent waterway with its calm waters, red gum forests, and plentiful animal and bird life.

Events

  • National Federation Festival – January
  • Corowa Autofest – January
  • Tastes of Rutherglen – March
  • Australian Billy Cart Championship – Easter
  • Rutherglen Winery Walkabout – June
  • Murray Masters (golf) – December

How to get there

Corowa is 609 kilometres south-west of Sydney, and 300 kilometres north-east of Melbourne. It is located on the northern banks of the Murray River and the New South Wales-Victoria border.

Further Links
www.corowa.nsw.gov.au