Pioneer Cemetery
Mathoura’s cemeteries date back to the early 1800s. Located 3 km West of Mathoura Township next to the current cemetary. Follow
the signs allong the Bunaloo Rd


 

 



Timber Industry
Surrounded by large redgum forests
Mathoura has a rich
timber industry history.
   
Heritage Walk
The Mathoura Heritage Walk takes people on a wander through time, sharing knowledge about the township’s significant historical sites.
Brochures are available from the Visitor Centre.
Download the heritage walk brochure (1.87MB pdf)

 

Cadel Fault
The Cadell Fault is a ridge running from Echuca to Deniliquin (through Mathoura). It was formed when the land was thrust upwards, some 15 metres east of the fault, by earthquakes about 30 thousand years ago.
This uplifted section of land diverted the Murray River’s western flow, with the new western wall of earth holding back water in flood times, to create the new flood plains and a complex system of lakes and creeks, including the Moira and Barmah lakes.
The Cobb Highway runs along the uplifted portion, some 15 metres above land east of the fault, making it possible in some places to look directly over the canopy of trees growing on the lower level.
     

The Long Paddock
The Long Paddock covers the stretch of the Cobb Highway between Moama and Wilcannia, telling the story of its drovers, its history and its people.

From as early as the 1840s a large section of what is known as the Cobb Highway was recognised as the best route for the movement of stock from the Gulf Country to the Victorian markets. The section of this highway stretching from Echuca/Moama to Wilcannia has been selected for a major tourism initiative - The Long Paddock.

The Cobb Highway has a long association with the history of the region. The project is a way to commemorate the history of the area and the significance of droving, pastoralism, transport and settlement of the region. In short, the Cobb Highway route has strong historical links and stories to be told.

The project is expected to be developed progressively over several years and to link with heritage, artistic and natural attractions along its length. The evolving nature of the project's interpretive installations will make it a dynamic project.
For more information visit The Long Paddock web site