The Burrendong Botanic Garden and Arboretum is located near
Mumbil
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At the , Mumbil and the surrounding area had a population of 42 ...
, south-east of
Wellington
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in the
Central West region of
New South Wales
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Australia. Established in 1964 as a result of the efforts of
George
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and Peter Althofer, the 167
ha garden opens from 7.30 am to sunset every day of the year
Facilities and activities
Picnic areas, toilets, views of the lake, varied walks, plant sales, children's treasure hunts and guided tours are available at certain times. Native animals and birds may be seen on site, such as
kangaroo
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s and
emu
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[Wellington, NSW] Special features are the plantings of
rainforest plants in the Fern Gully, the
Mint Bushes and the collection of plants from
Western Australia
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.
See also
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List of botanical gardens
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Mayfield Garden
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, another garden in Central West NSW
References
Notes
Sources
Burrendong ArboretumWellington, New South Wales: Burrendon Botanic Garden and Arboretum
Botanical gardens in New South Wales
1964 establishments in Australia
Arboreta in Australia
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