TRUNDLE: Is 260M above sea level and is approximately 65km North West of Parkes on The Bogan Way. which connects the towns of Bogan Gate, Trundle, Tullamore and Tottenham in the Central West of New South Wales?

 

Trundle was originally surveyed in 1892. Although settler activities started well before that and the first school was established in 1887.

 

Trundle is a rural farming community with grain crops, sheep and cattle being its main-stay. The town is situated on the stock route (TSR) which runs from Forbes in the south to Dandaloo in the north, and makes it the widest main street in New South Wales, meaning it is advisable to take a water bag with you when you cross it during summer. The Bogan Way makes it a quiet alternative to the busy Newell Highway with good tarred roads all the way and can be accessed at Forbes travelling through Gunningbland, Bogan Gate. Trundle, Tullamore, Albert. Dandaloo, Narromine and Dubbo. Along the way you experience the unique Australian bush and fair dinkum Aussie hospitality in the many small towns and communities you travel through.

 

Trundle is home to the famous Trundle Hotel, which occupies the site of the original Trundle Hotel which opened in April 1888, being owned and operated by Mrs Moloney. Work on the present hotel commenced in August 1911 and built in two stages. It was opened on the 17th March I9J2, with another 15 rooms added in the September of that year. It is a Pisa construction and rendered with cement. The length of the verandah makes it famous being the longest timber hotel verandah in New South Wales.

RECREATIONAL / SPORTING FACILITIES

Trundle Services &citizens Golf Club

Golf Course with sand greens

Tennis Courts and a Playing Field at Bern man Oval

Children's Play Equipment at Bcrryman Park

Swimming Pool – Open November to March

EVENTS

 

August - Annual Trundle Show

September - Bush Tucker Day - 1st Saturday in September

April - August - November - Farmers & Settlers Markets - Memorial Hall Trundle

ACCOMMODATION

• TRUNDLE HOTEL - www.trundlehotel.com.au. = offering traditional hotel style accommodation offering cabin style accommodation
  
• TRUNDLE SERVICES & CITIZENS CLUB This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
  
• TRUNDLE SHOWGROUND - offering both camping and caravan sites with power and amenities.

WHERE TO EAT

• TRUNDLE SERVICE'S & CITIZENS CLUB - has a Chinese Restaurant and offers a great meat choice - 02 6892 1075
  
• TRUNDLE SERVICES & C1TI/HNS GOFF CLUB - catering for single meals or a banquet - 02 6892 1301
  
• TRUNDLE HOTEL - offers Counter Lunches and Teas are available - www.trundlehotel.com.au - 02 6892 1009
  
• TRUNDLE CAFÉ - enjoy a sit-down meal or take-away - 02 6892 1599
  
• BERRYMAN PARK / OVAL - BBQ- Facilities are available - Parkes Street

TRUNDLE SERVICES AVAILABLE

 

Automotive

 

Trundle Community Tyre Service - Forbes Street Trundle - Petrol Diesel, Tyres - new and repaired. - Phone: 02 6892 1054

Grinters Rural Services Garage - Parkes Street Trundle - Petrol, Diesel "NRMA Country Service Centre, Mechanical Repairs, Auto & Farm Phone: 02 6892 1093 Accessories, RTA Authorised Inspection Station

Auto Gas (LPG) is available at the Trundle True Value Hardware Forbes Street Phone: 02 6892 1260

GENERAL

• Post Office - Australia Post Services and Commonwealth Bank Agency

• Two Supermarkets
• Newsagency, Gift Shop and ANZ Bank Agency
• Dress shop
• Three Hairdressers
• Reliance Credit Union
• Insurance Stock & Station Agent
• Library and Community Technology Centre
• Farm Supply Centre
• Opp Shop
• Hardware Shop
• Children's Clothing and drop in centre
• Multi-Purpose Health Centre (Hospital & Doctor's Surgery)
• Hotel
• Licensed Clubs
• Child Care Centre
• Public and Private School

Churches

• Anglican
• Catholic
• Presbyterian
• Uniting

Trundle Tourist Information Centre @ Clarke's Garage - Parkes Street Trundle - Phone: 02 6892 1093 Fax: 02 6892 1139 or email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Some interesting facts about Trundle:

• The name was originally Trundell Lagoon; the lagoon was located in a wooded hollow, hence the "dell" in the word Trundell. The spelling was later changed to Trundle Lagoon and in 1892; the Postal Inspector recommended that as Trundle Lagoon was generally known as Trundle, the word Lagoon should be removed.
  
• The Town was surveyed in 1892, being laid out on the western side of the TSR (stock route) with Parkes Street to be the main street. However, Trundle grew up facing the stock route. As a Travelling Stock Route was required by law to be three chains (198 feet, 60 metres) wide, Forbes Street became the widest main street in New South Wales. Therefore, the street was not made wide so bullock teams could turn around as the stock route was there before the town.
  
• The length of The Trundle Hotel verandah is 94 yards (282 feet)
  
• First School 1887
  
• First Police Station 1893
  
• The railway opened in 1907

A general note to Motorists / Travellers

• Plan your trip ahead of time.
  
• A place name on a map docs not necessarily mean it is a town; it could be a local area.
  
• In small country towns the garage/service station usually closes at 12.00 noon on Saturday and re open Monday morning and may close on public holidays. Hours of trading are different than the city: it is rare to strike a service station open 24 hours in a small country town, although some owners will offer after hour service to Bonfire travellers.
  
• Unlike the city, in the country area, not every town has an L.P.G. station. For vehicles with duel fuel systems, keep the petrol tank full. For gas dedicated vehicles it may pay to stay on main roads; gas cannot be dispensed from a roadside service vehicle. So if you run out of gas it means a tow truck.
  
• Kangaroos are very unforgiving: you rarely hit a roo, the roo hits you. Watch out for porcupines (spiny anteaters). Their sharp quills will more than likely make your tyre unrepairable.
  
• Mobile phone service is not State or Australia wide; in some areas it is non-existent and you may have to wait for a passing motorist to send for help.
  
• Space-saver spare lyres have a life expectancy in distance they can travel; it may be further to the next town than its life expectancy. A can of tyre sealant will fix a small hole, but not a "blow out'".
  
• Does your jack work; is there air in your spare tyre and does the wheel brace in your car fit the wheel nuts on your car?
  
• Modern cars have very large window areas allowing plenty of sunlight to shine in. on a hot day your air conditioner will keep your car cool but when your engine stops, your air conditioner stops. Don't forget to carry some drinking water; the next waterhole could be a long way down the track.
  
• Do you have a SPARE CAR KEY? Take it with you and don't leave it in the car; it's not much use if both keys are locked in the car. With modern cars having more and more electronic gadgetry connected with the ignition key, the simple act of losing the car key could result in a trip to the nearest dealer, which will more than likely be in the next major town or centre.
  
• Remember, the proprietor/mechanic in a garage in a small country town is NOT a miracle worker; he does sink if he walks across the local farmers dam. If you have the latest mode! car there is an extra good chance he has never seen one before and the likelihood of him having parts is zero. Years ago when one fanbelt fitted half a dozen different models of a particular make, he kept one or two in stock. Now when you have half a dozen different fanbelts for one model of a particular make. Which one do you stock? PLEASE NOTE: Not all mechanics are licensed to work on cars fitted with LPG; if this is the case, you will need a tow truck to take you to the closest repairer.
  
• If you break down. STAY with your vehicle; if you leave it unattended, it isn't much help to a mechanic who has travelled some distance to try and get you mobile only to find the vehicle is both locked and no one around.
  
• If you have kids, take something to keep them occupied; the united chorus of "how much longer and I'm hungry", soon wears thin after an hour or so. Also don't let the family wander off; you may need a search party later on if you become lost. The bush isn't all that bad; most locals will help you out where they can and are usually quite friendly.
  
• If you run out of fuel and you contact the garage in the next town, please specify. Petrol - Diesel - LPG; it does help a lot. If your vehicle takes Diesel, you may need a mechanic to bleed the fuel lines before you can resume your journey. If LPG is needed you will need to be towed to the next town with LPG unless you also have alternative fuel.

(Comments from a country mechanic)

Compiled by Trundle Tourist Information Centre @ Clarke's Garage - Parkes Street Trundle - Phone: 02 6892 1093 Fax: 02 6892 1139 or email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it