Placement site information
Deniliquin
Deniliquin is situated on the Edward River in the south of New South Wales near the Murray River. It has a population of 7786 according to the census of 2001. The selection and the head station of "Deniliquin" was established around 6 kilometres upstream of the present site of the town. The run took its name from the chief of the local tribe, 'Denilakoon'. Wide streets, overhanging verandas and plenty of parkland make Deniliquin a pleasant place to wander around and explore. You will enjoy every minute of a stopover in this riverside town.
Accommodation in Deniliquin ranges from hotels, motels, cottages, caravan parks and holiday Inn is available for visitors.
Major Attractions:
- Pippin Heritage Centre: George St. Ph: (03) 5881 2878
- Island Sanctuary & McLeans Beach: Cressy St. Opposite the Town Hall
- Pioneer Tourist Park: Hay Rd. Ph: (03) 5881 5066
- Police Inspector's Residence: Macauley St
- Sun Rice Visitors Centre: Barham Rd. Ph: (03) 5881 2878
- Waring Gardens: George St. Ph: (03) 5881 2878
- Deniliquin Courthouse (1883): Poictiers St.
Deniliquin is approximately one hour and forty-five minutes drive (138 kilometres) from Shepparton. The shortest way from Shepparton would be via Goulburn Valley Highway, Nathalia Barmah Road, Barmah Road and Cobb Highway.
Public transport: V/Line: Melbourne-Heathcote-Rochester-Echuca-Moama –Deniliquin
For further information: Information Centre, Peppin Heritage Centre, George St. Deniliquin. N.S.W. 2710, Ph: (03) 5881 2878. Toll Free 1800 650 712.
Other links:
Walkabout Australian Travel Guide
http://www.walkabout.com.au/locations/NSWDeniliquin.shtml
For Info:
Deniliquin Pastoral Times
http://www.walkabout.com.au/locations/NSWDeniliquin.shtml
Students are encouraged to submit photos that they have taken during their town visits for posting at this site. The photos should be of buildings of interest and the natural environment. Photos may include the student, but not others without their permission. Please email photos to Scott Middleton smid@unimelb.edu.au with a brief note on the town name.
Past students’ comments/suggestions
The staff was wonderful and GPs were very kind to teach us amidst their busy schedules
Great medical experience, especially with ED and theatre. Friendly staff and GPs
Past student Completed and suggested project ideas
Being a farming town it may be interesting to do a project on the consequences of the drought on health care.