Moree promotes itself as the 'Artesian Spa Capital'. It is famed for its Artesian Spa which attracts people seeking health-giving waters.
The town's hot artesian spa bath complex, which has evolved from the Moree bore which was originally sunk to a depth of 850 m in 1895 to obtain irrigation water. Baths were soon set up (different days originally being allocated to the different sexes) and the local council began promoting the waters as a curative and a source of relaxation and replenishment - a tradition still carried on today.
Adventure Travel & Tours in Moree
Adventure Travel represents over 1,000 hostels, hotels, tour companies & attractions across Australia that we can book for you often at a discouted rate. At Adventure Travel we also operate a number of our own tours.
Currency used in Moree
In Moree the standard currency used is the Australia Dollar. The Australia dollar comes in denominations of 5c ,10c ,20c ,50c ,$1 & 2$ coins, and $5, $10, $20, $50 & $100 notes. Most bars, restaurants, backpacker hostels, shops and Adventure Tour desks in Moree all take credit card, eftpos and cash. There is several cash machines in Moree all which dispense the Australia Dollar currency. To check the Australian dollar exchange rate against a foreign currency then click here.
Backpacker Hostel Accommodation & Hotels in Moree
In Moree there is a number of Backpacker Hostels and Hotels where we can pre - book your accommodation. If you are looking for a budget hostel bed the click here or if you are looking for more luxurious accommodation then click here.
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Security in Moree
Moree in Australia is a very safe place to travel with 1,000's of visitors touring through Moree every year. This is a popular destination for sailing enthusiasts, sunlovers, families and backpackers. To check any foreign office information on Australia you can click here.
Weather in Moree
The weather in Moree is seasonal with 4 distinctive seasons. To get more information on the weather in Moree, Australia, then click here.
Things to do and see in Moree
Experience the Artesian Spa Baths
Weirs and Swimming Spots - There are three weirs around Moree . Tareelaroi Weir, which has picnic and barbecue facilities, is 20 km east via the Gwydir Highway. Combadello Weir, a good fishing and bird watching spot, is 25 km west of town via the Gwydir Highway. Boolooroo Weir, where there are barbecue facilities, is about 8 km north via the Newell Highway. The Rocks are a pleasant picnic and swimming spot.
Take a walking track - The Barry Roberts Walk is a scenic trek along the picturesque riverbanks of the town and the adjoining bushland. It also takes in some of the town's heritage sites.
At the Amaroo Tavern in Amaroo Drive is a well-maintained DC3 aeroplane from World War II.
Moree cemetery has perhaps the most famous grave of Charles Dickens' youngest son, Edward Bulwer Lytton Dickens. It is located to the left of the main gates. Young Dickens arrived in Australia in 1868 and spent the rest of his life in Australia becoming the mayor of Wilcannia and working for the Lands Department in Moree from 1900 until his death in 1902.
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