The grounds of the Back O’Bourke Exhibition Centre

Back of Bourke

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October 28th 2013
Bourke is by no means a sleepy outback town. Steeped in history and proud of its heritage this classic outback town has done everything in its power to attract tourists and to get them to stay a few days. A deeply collaborative community with a progressive shire willing to spend money to promote the community has made it a highly desirable outback destination. It is currently facing a potential se ... read more

Oceania » Australia » New South Wales » Bourke

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Aboriginal settlers arrived on the continent from Southeast Asia about 40,000 years before the first Europeans began exploration in the 17th century. No formal territorial claims were made until 1770, when Capt. James COOK took possession in the name... ... read more