Day 1 Pharmacists Regional Travel in Australian remote towns by car

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Embarking on a road trip from Adelaide to Dubbo offers the opportunity to explore several regional towns along the way. Here’s a suggested route with notable stops:
1. Adelaide, SA
2. Woodside, SA
• Highlight: Visit Melba’s Chocolates Adelaide Hills, a renowned chocolate factory offering a variety of treats. 
3. Lameroo, SA
4. Ouyen, VIC
5. Balranald, NSW
6. Hay, NSW
7. Narrandera, NSW
• Highlight: Narrandera is conveniently situated at the crossroads of the Newell and Sturt Highways, offering an ideal spot to rest and revive. 
8. West Wyalong, NSW
• Highlight: Located at the junction of the Newell and Mid Western Highways, West Wyalong is the perfect stop on your journey, offering fabulous features of the area. 
9. Parkes, NSW
• Highlight: Home to the Parkes Observatory, famously known as “The Dish,” which played a significant role in the Apollo 11 moon landing. 
10. Peak Hill, NSW
11. Dubbo, NSW
• Highlight: Dubbo is a vibrant regional city known for attractions like the Taronga Western Plains Zoo and the Old Dubbo Gaol. 

This route covers approximately 1,166 kilometers and can be driven in about 14 hours under normal traffic conditions. It’s advisable to plan overnight stops and explore the attractions each town offers to make the most of your journey. 

Safe travels!

Here’s an extended list of towns and regional stops for a road trip starting from Adelaide, traveling through South Australia, and then heading into Victoria and New South Wales toward Dubbo:

South Australia
1. Adelaide – Starting point.
2. Murray Bridge – Known for the Murray River and historic bridges.
3. Tailem Bend – Gateway to the Coorong and home to The Bend Motorsport Park.
4. Coonalpyn – Famous for its silo art.
5. Keith – Known as the “Gateway to the South East.”
6. Bordertown – Birthplace of former Australian Prime Minister Bob Hawke.

Victoria
7. Nhill – A small town ideal for a short break, with wetlands nearby.
8. Horsham – A regional center with parks and the Wimmera River.
9. Stawell – Known for the Stawell Gift, Australia’s oldest running race.
10. Ararat – Gateway to the Grampians National Park.
11. Echuca – Located on the Murray River, famous for paddle steamers.

New South Wales
12. Balranald – Entry point into NSW, near the Murrumbidgee River.
13. Hay – A significant agricultural town on the Hay Plains.
14. Narrandera – Known for its rich history and lake views.
15. West Wyalong – A charming town with gold-mining history.
16. Parkes – Famous for the Parkes Observatory (“The Dish”).
17. Peak Hill – A small town with mining history.
18. Dubbo – Final destination, home to the Taronga Western Plains Zoo and rich cultural attractions.

This extended list includes additional South Australian towns before transitioning into Victoria and NSW. It’s an excellent way to experience the unique landscapes and communities along the journey. Safe travels!


Regards

Irfan Hashmi