Holbrook NSW 2644
(Pop 1 400)
Holbrook is a Riverina rural service centre 492 km s-w of Sydney. European settlement began in 1820s and because so many were German, the community became known as Germanton. Anti German sentiment during WWI saw this changed to honour a British submarine commander, Norman Holbrook. The district’s main industries include wool, lucerne, wheat, sheep & a timber mill. Beef Fest (May), Agricultural Show (Nov).
Accommodation:
Holbrook has half a dozen motels, 2 hotels and B&B/lodge/farmstay options.
Visitor Information Centre: Woolpack Inn Museum, Hume Hwy. Tel(02) 6036 2131.
Airport:
Albury Airport (ABX) off Riverina Hwy. Tel (02) 6041 1241). (62 km s-w).
Hospital:
Holbrook Health Service, Bowler St. Tel (02) 6036 2522.