If you know Bourke you know Australia
Henry Lawson
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'Back O' Bourke'- one of the most recognisable terms in the Australian vocabulary, but where, or rather 'what' is it? It is people and it is landscape, solitude and mate-ship. It encompasses history, culture and nature, as well as invention and ingenuity. Small towns and big distances, wide open plains and narrow tracks. As much a concept as it is reality, and only ever truly understood through experience.
This is our backyard. These concepts and hazy vision are the realities of our day to day lives. We can no more point you towards the Back O' Bourke than you could, because we are it. We are the people, the places, the stories and traces. Follow any path you like to get here, take any means available to you, and know that when you arrive you will be invited to discover the hidden journeys Back O' Bourke has to offer.
See & Do
Back O' Bourke Information and Exhibition Centre
The Back O' Bourke Information and Exhibition Centre is set amongst the native garden of the river red gums on the banks of the Darling River.The cen…
Mount Oxley Rossmore Station
An hour spent with eagles in the silence atop Mount Oxley looking across a 100-kilometre expanse rekindles the experience of explorers Sturt and Hume…
Jandra Paddleboat
Experience the famous Darling River aboard the majestic Jandra Paddleboat. Enjoy one of the relaxing daily cruises, or book a private charter for you…
Stay
It's the bitterest land of sweat and sorrow. But if I were free I'd be off tomorrow Out at the Back O' Bourke
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🛑 Don’t just tick Bourke off the list… Stay. Fish the river. Jump on a cruise. Visit the Centre. Have a pub meal. Say g’day to someone you’ve never met before. That’s when Bourke becomes more than a stop — it becomes a story you’ll take with you. #VisitBourke #BackOBourke #MakeMemories #TravelAustralia
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The biggest mistake visitors make? They don’t stay long enough. Between the river, the history, the people, the pubs, the stories… Bourke has a funny way of pulling you in and keeping you here. So go on — extend the trip. We won’t mind 😉 #visitbourke #staylonger #outbacknsw #backobourke
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School holidays in Bourke? This is one you don’t want to miss 👀 Jump aboard and experience the mighty Darling River the way it’s meant to be seen. Pack an esky, bring a block of cheese, grab your crew and take some time to slow down and soak it all in. 🛥️ Two cruises daily Mon–Sat 🛥️ 2-hour cruise Sundays from 2pm 🎟️ Tickets available at the Back O’ Bourke Information Centre or onboard — just arrive a little earlier to secure your spot. Take your time, stay a little longer… and do Bourke properly.
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Wide skies, red dirt roads, river reflections and quiet moments you didn’t plan for… That’s Bourke. It’s not about how much you can fit in — it’s about what you take in while you’re here. Slow down, stay longer and let Bourke do the rest.
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Quick trip to Bourke? Yeah… nah. You’ll need time for the river, time for a Jandra cruise, time for a pub stop (or two), and time to get slightly distracted along the way. Rush it and you’ll miss the good bits. Do yourself a favour — stay longer.
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If you’re heading our way these school holidays, come ready to explore. Mount Oxley views, National Parks, farm stays, dusty roads that lead somewhere special, and villages like Louth and Byrock that are worth the detour. Every turn has a story. Give yourself time — the best of Bourke isn’t done in a day.
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School holidays in Bourke hit a little different… Start with a sunrise on the Darling, take your time on a Jandra cruise, wander through the Back O’ Bourke Exhibition Centre, then end the day watching the sun drop over the river. No rushing. No ticking boxes. Stay longer — Bourke isn’t a one-night stop.
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🐰 EASTER IN BOURKE… not just a weekend, it’s a full-blown situation We’re talking colour flying everywhere, chocolate by the handful (no judgement), horses thundering past, footy getting a bit serious and friendships made before the sun even sets — plus a sunrise service on Easter Sunday for those keeping things holy before heading back to the fun. From Colour Run chaos to egg hunts, markets, music and raffles at the club… into rugby on Saturday, and finishing strong with the races — we don’t do “quiet long weekends” out here. It’s the laughs with your mates, the yarns with strangers (who’ll be shouting you a drink by the end of the day), the river, the dust, the sunsets… that’s what makes Bourke, Bourke. So pack the esky, round up the crew and stay a little longer — because one day here just won’t cut it. And do us a favour… stick to the speed limit — safer for you and easier on the fuel Get here safe… we’ve saved you a spot. See you this Easter 👋
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Feedback — good and bad — is always welcome, especially as we head into another year of uncertainty across the tourism sector. So it’s pretty special to share this from a visitor who stopped in Bourke last year — not just about our town, but about our almost famous Little Black Book. "It has always been on my bucket list… and gladly, I tell you, I was not disappointed." Our visitor travelled Australia in stages and saved Bourke for last — and we’re proud to say we delivered. Even better, our Little Black Book has become a keepsake, heading home in their ‘trip box’ of memories. That’s exactly why we do what we do — showcasing our stories, our people and our place in a way that visitors can take with them long after they leave. This year, stroll into Bourke and stay a little longer… save the fuel, slow it down and really take it all in. If Bourke’s on your bucket list… this is your sign. 📍 Come and see for yourself — and don’t forget to grab your Little Black Book.
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Someone asked this week what our tourism season will look like… The answer? Pretty simple — just like always. It might start a little quieter, maybe a few less caravans early on… but one thing hasn’t changed — everyone still wants to see the Back O’ Bourke. And we’ll be here, ready when you are. So when you do decide to visit, don’t rush it. Change your plans, stay a little longer — three nights, a week… you’ll fill it. There’s always something to see, somewhere to go, and someone to meet out here. Bourke is well and truly on the map… Have you dropped a pin in it yet? We dare ya. We can’t wait to say g’day 👋
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Getting a good photo in the Back O’ Bourke is one of the easiest things you’ll do out here. Between the sunsets, wildflowers, river, villages, rocks, wildlife and landscapes, the place practically does all the work for you. Even the green frogs look ready to smile for the camera when you say cheese. Sure, screenshots are made out here — but the real magic is in the memories you take home with you. If you can’t be here this month or next, make it the month after. Pop a pin in Bourke and come see it all for yourself. See you soon. #BackOBourke #TheGreatOutdoors #Travel2026 #BackOBourke #darlingriverrun
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Off the Back O’ Bourke Beaten Track – 3 The Jandra and the North Bourke Bridge. We know, we know — we keep saying Bourke is more than a cruise or a river, but honestly… good luck going past a ride onboard the Jandra on the beautiful Darling River. With the North Bourke Bridge looking on and the river showing off as usual, it’s easy to see why this is one of Bourke’s much-loved experiences. Some things just slow you down in the best possible way — and this is one of them. If you can’t be here this month or next, make it the month after. Pop a pin in Bourke and come see it all for yourself. See you soon.