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Parkrun
Plan ahead
Dubbo park run will celebrate its 250th event on January 23 with a green theme - green being the shirt colour for the 250 milestone. So if you're planning on running, dig out that green outfit (perhaps channeling a little bit of Ireland in the process). As usual, the run will start at 8am. Parkrun is a free, weekly, timed five kilometre run staged on Saturday mornings. If you want to join in, head to Sandy Beach Park, Dubbo to cruise (on foot) around the scenic course along the Macquarie River and Tracker Riley Cycleway.
The Long Road
Home + Road Trip
Thinking of hitting the road for a camping holiday this year? A lot of people are and there are some great locations in the Central West and (way) beyond. You can start in Dubbo with visits to the Farmers Markets, Taronga Western Plains Zoo and the city's historic streets. Then hit the road heading west. Visit Silverton, Wilcannia and Walgett (try the thermal artesian bore baths), look at fish traps in Brewarrina and paddle boat in Bourke. The entire trail is 930km following the Darling River. Should take six days or so (depending on how much you linger longer). Don't forget to back the mosquito repellent and the sunscreen. Check out https://www.visitnsw.com/things-to-do/drives-and-road-trips/central-to-outback-nsw
Orange F.O.O.D
Plan Ahead
Orange's F.O.O.D (Food of Orange District) week will celebrate its 30th anniversary this year (COVID willing). Australia's longest running regional food festival is a 10-day community event celebrating Orange's food and wine - from farmers to chefs and restaurants. Among this year's signature events are Shining the Light on Local Producers, the Sampson Street Lunch, a 30th anniversary dinner, Taste Local on the Lawn and a Sunday producers market and brunch. A decision on whether Forage will be held will be made on January 31, pending COVID conditions. Orange F.O.O.D, April 9-18. Various venues. Tickets available at orangefoodweek.com.au.
Berry picking
Nearby
Tis the season for yummy berries. And what better way to enjoy the bounty of early summer than to pick your own at Huntley Berry Farm. Grab a bucket and wander around some of their 11 berry varieties, including strawberries and raspberries. 1024 Huntley Rd, Huntley, open Sunday to Thursday, 10am to 3pm. Entry: gold coin donation.
200 years on
At home
How much have we as a nation changed in the past 200 years? That's a good question. Ronnie Grammatica explores this in his latest portraiture works, inspired by the 1818 Macquarie River expedition of British explorer John Oxley. Ronnie's journey, from outsider to being part of the community, was a lens through which he looked at cultural identity and individual stories. He was born in Italy and migrated to Australia seven years ago. While you're there, swing by Concrete: art design architecture, which looks at the ways concrete is being used by artists, designers and architects. Western Plains Cultural Centre, 76 Wingewarra St, Dubbo.
Inherit exhibit
Nearby
Big events, big personalities, lives lived and experiences shared are all part of Orange Regional Museum's newest long-term exhibition. Inherit: Old and New Histories takes a look at the region using more than 100 objects with stories that have shaped the area's history. 151 Byng St, Orange. Runs until September 5, 2021.