ABOUT GUNDAGAI
First discovered by European explorers in the 1820s, Gundagai has a proud history, and more than any other Australian town, Gundagai has proved an irresistible subject for poets and songwriters. Even the likes of Banjo Patterson were inspired by stories of drovers, bullock teams and bush travellers in the Gundagai area.
The town is immortalised through poems and songs such as Where the Dog Sits on the Tuckerbox, and Along the Road to Gundagai and is perhaps most famous for its monument to the early pioneers, the iconic Dog on the Tuckerbox, situated on the Hume Highway, 5 miles (8 kms) north of Gundagai.
We warmly invite you to visit our town, there are plenty of things to see and do – its a town which enjoys all four seasons to the full.
Our history
Gundagai has long been home to the Wiradjuri people, and ancient river red gums still bear the marks of early Wiradjuri history. The 1820s saw the arrival of the first Europeans in the area. Follow the link below to discover Gundagai’s rich history.
Getting here
Whether you are stopping for a couple of hours or a couple of days, Gundagai is a great place to take some time to unwind.
Talk to a local
The employees at the Gundagai Visitor Information are passionate about all things Gundagai. It is a place to find out about what to see and where to go in the town, purchase local products and souvenirs.