Urana
A charming township full of character, where historic heart meets the tranquil waters of the Urana Aquatic Centre
Discover the charm of Urana
Perfectly positioned between the Murrumbidgee and the Murray Rivers, Urana is a charming township where rich agricultural heritage meets peaceful waterfront living. This picturesque escape is a scenic, easy drive from Albury-Wodonga and Wagga Wagga, offering a quiet sanctuary for those looking to reconnect with nature.
At the heart of town, the Urana Aquatic Centre and the sprawling Lake Urana precinct provide the perfect setting for a family day out, complete with shaded playgrounds, scenic walking tracks, and lakeside barbecue facilities.
See & Do
Urana War Memorial Swimming Pool
The Urana War Memorial Swimming Pool is set within Urana’s sporting…
Urana Aquatic Centre
The Urana Aquatic Centre is a man-made lake developed on the original…
St Fiacres Roman Catholic Church
Opened in 1959, St Fiacres Roman Catholic Church in Urana was built…
Waterfront Pavilion Urana
Urana is blessed with a beautiful multipurpose complex, purpose-built…
Urana Free Flight Bird Aviary
Situated at the J&M Smith Flora and Fauna Reserve right next to…
Urana Courthouse Museum
Come and visit the historic Urana Courthouse, built in 1879. The…
Urana Golf Course
This community owned and managed golf course is perfect for afternoon…
MacKnight Park
MacKnight Park, located on Anna Street in Urana, features a rotunda,…
Urana Soldiers Memorial Hall
Step back in time with the Urana Soldiers Memorial Hall. The…
Aqua Play
The Urana Aquatic Centre is a manmade lake, and visitors return year after year for water-based and family activities including water skiing, fishing and boating. The lake is surrounded by picturesque parklands, a playground, walking tracks, barbecue and picnic facilities, and even outdoor exercise equipment.
The expansive creek system around Urana offers an abundance of kayaking, camping and fishing opportunities. The creek systems found in the area are mostly from the Murrumbidgee, with the Yanco, Billabong and Colombo creeks being the most easily accessed.
Attractions
Savannah Goanna Sculpture
The Savannah Goanna was installed in front of the Urana Bowling Club in 2018. This Federation Council initiative, perched on a large rock near the tennis courts, required some fine-tuning by creator Andrew Whitehead in order to fit on the…
Swagman and Rusty Sculpture
The Swagman and Rusty sculpture was commissioned by the Boree Creek Town Improvement Committee to celebrate the 2010 Boree Creek Centenary. The theme of the Sculpture was chosen to remember the passing of the travelling 'swaggy', which was…
Stockman and his Mob at Horse Trough Sculpture
In the heart of the township of Urana, a flock of sheep can be found clustered around a trough. Two corrugated iron drovers herd the sheep, and a scrap metal horse also stands at the trough. These corrugated iron sculptures are a community…
Urana
Urana is a charming township, full of character, and a must-see when visiting the region North of the Murray. The rich farming land of Urana, between the Murrumbidgee River to the north and the Murray River to the south is an easy drive…
Toolbox Horse and Jockey Sculpture
Toolbox was commissioned by the Morundah Bush Entertainment Committee (MBEC), The Morundah Town Improvement Committee (MTIC), and individual members of the Morundah community to commemorate 100 years of both registered and bush picnic…
Not So Itsy Spider Sculpture
This impressive sculpture, created by scrap metal artist Andrew Whitehead, is the second-largest spider sculpture in the world. Until the 1980s the local Urana football team was known as The Spiders, and this sculpture pays homage to that…
Urana Aquatic Centre
The Urana Aquatic Centre is a man-made lake developed on the original site of the town’s water supply reservoir perfect for water skiing, fishing, bird watching and just about any other water activity you can think of.With the play…
What's On in Urana
Urana Bird Sale
Caged birds from many parts of Australia are bought and sold in the historic Urana Soldier's Memorial Hall. This event is a fundraiser for Urana Progress Association.
Urana Courthouse Art Exhibition and Sale
This vibrant annual Art Show held in the Historic Courthouse is renowned for its successful sale rate.If you would like further information, or to obtain an entry form, please contact via email.Art prizes are available.
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Mulwala & Surrounds
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Oaklands
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Rural Villages
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