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balhannah Says: ST. ANDREW'S ANGLICAN CHURCHBuilt between 1856 and 1862.I thought this church was beautiful, even though I did not get a chance to go inside. It is built of local granite and features gargoyles and a tower.Of historic reference it is noted that several early photographic...
victorwkf Says: There is a war memorial located in the middle of the road junction of Braidwood town, near to the famous Braidwood Hotel and park. On top of this memorial stands the statue of a soldier with his helmet and rifle.
victorwkf Says: There is a small park located at one end of the main street of Braidwood town, near to the famous Braidwood Hotel and War Memorial.This park is popular among the locals, especially during weekends where people laze around and have picnics. There is a playground at this park.
victorwkf Says: The main street of Braidwood is where most of ths historical sites and buildings are located. This is along the main road from Canberra to Batemans Bay. Parking is easy as there are many parking lots along the road. Easy to walk around and explore this lovely town, and take...
victorwkf Says: The Braidwood Hotel is a must see when you are at Braidwood. This historical building is located at one end along the main street of the town. There is a pub on the ground floor where you can order some drinks and snacks while enjoying the rustic charm of this place. There...
HISTORIC BUILDINGS IN BRAIDWOOD
balhannah Says: BRAIDWOOD’S MASONIC TEMPLE............Was one of the earliest lodges in NSW. The present façade was completed in 1907THE LITERARY INSTITUTE....................Built in 1869, with additions to it in 1891, was the venue for many Balls and Dances.THE JOINT STOCK...
balhannah Says: THE COMMERCIAL BANKING COMPANY BUILDING...................Built 1888, as a Bank and a Bank Manager’s residence. An Italianate façade reflects the prosperity of the Gold mining era.THE OLD BAKERY.............Supplied bread to Braidwood residents for nearly 80 years. The old...
balhannah Says: Braidwood was a town that I spent about 2 hours walking around, there were so many interesting buildings here.To see the sights of this Town, I had already picked up a walking map from a previous Tourist Information centre, but I did see an Info centre located in the main...
balhannah Says: The 'Pink" building in my photo is the Braidwood Hotel, which was built in 1859 and is the oldest still licensed Hotel in Braidwood. Accommodation is available in what was one of the grandest Hotels in its era. Evidently, there is a magnificent Ballroom inside.The Museum,...
balhannah Says: Located beside the Court House is the Braidwood Post Office, looking very spic and span in a coat of paint.It was built in 1865 as a Telegraph Office, with the Post office moving here in the 1890's. The Post master's residence is next door.
balhannah Says: The Courthouse was one of the 1st buildings to be built in 1837, the one that I saw was built in the 1900's. It was seen as an essential building to implement law & order. A nice looking old building.
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Writing restaurant tips for Braidwood is perilous, as some come and go while others change ownership. And so it is with the Nambawan.
Originally opened by former residents of New Guinea (which explains the name in New Guinea Pidgin – “Nambawan Coffee Haus” translates as “Number One Coffee House”). It since has changed hands and, it must be said, no longer offers quite the value it did previously as servings are smaller and salads are no longer included with dishes. While there still is a small gallery of Melanesian art (and other art by native people of the Australia/SW Pacific), that is not as large as it was and the menu, once entirely in Pidgin has been ‘anglicised’.
All that said though, this remains a pleasant lunch stop which we often visit. The coffee is good and the food interesting, slightly different and tasty. We visited recently and had Chicken Satay (I forget the former name for this dish) and Bula (spicy small beef rissoles served with brie), formerly known as Bikpela Bulamakao. Maybe the former dish names were just considered too difficult for most!
Main photo: Melanesian art inside
Second photo: The Nambawan
Third photo: Chicken Satay
Fourth photo: Bula.
Favorite Dish: Prices below are for main courses.
Updated Apr 4, 2011
Address: 67 Duncan St, Braidwood
Phone: (02) 4842 2300
victorwkf Says: Braidwood is a small town, so the best way to explore is simply by walking around. There is a main street where most of the sights and shops are located.Best time to visit is during Spring (Sep to Oct) or Autumn (Mar to April) where the weather is cooling and dry, ideal for...
victorwkf Says: Braidwood is along the highway from Canberra to Batesman Bay. The only way to reach is by driving (about 1 hour from Canberra).When you reach Braidwood, there are no problems with parking your car as there are many parking lots. You can rent a car in Canberra which is the...
When heading west out of Braidwood towards Canberra on the main highway, be careful of sudden dust storms that can spring up and completely obscure your vision of the road.
Pull over carefully and wait for the gust to pass.
Written Sep 3, 2006
victorwkf Says: The areas surrounding Braidwood are mainly made up of rolling green mountains with forests, towns and farms (especially cattle). Best way to explore is by car as these areas are very vast and with not much population.
Deua National Park #4: Ant nests
tiabunna Says: Most Australians probably are familiar with “ant nests”. This large earthen structure was built by insects. Although they are called “ant nests’, the insects which build them as homes really are not ants, they are termites. The pile of mud is somewhat like an insect...
victorwkf Says: One of my fondest memories of Braidwood town is the beautiful local architecture of the buildings. You can see such historical and colourful architecture on the buildings along the main road of the town.
victorwkf Says: When you explore Braidwood town, you will discover information boards at historical sites and buildings all over the town (examples shown on attached photos). These boards contain information on the name of the sites and their history, which are very informative :)
Farm Stay at Tiabunna (Part 1)
victorwkf Says: When I was at Braidwood in Oct 2008, George (VT member Tiabunna) was kind enough to show me around this region as well as hosted me to stay in his cattle farm house (called Tiabunna) located in a hilly region about 1 hour drive from Braidwood.I stayed at George's farm for a...
It would be somewhat remiss not to have a travel page on our 'local' town, just up the road a little. So this is a start - from here, it's likely to continue as a 'work in progress' with additions...
Braidwood looks to me like a town that is rightly trying to trade on its history but hasn't quite made it yet. Sure, the tourists are there but, one suspects, not quite in the numbers that places like...
Braidwood - Historical Town of New South Wales
Firstly, I would like to express a big thank you to George (VT member tiabunna) who gave me a great tour of Braidwood town and surrounding areas as well. Braidwood is a small town located along the...
FULL OF HISTORIC BUILDINGS - THIS IS BRAIDWOOD
Sitting on a plateau above the south coast and in the southern tablelands is the historic town of BRAIDWOOD This area was first settled by white settlers, with the help of Convicts in the 1820s....
This beautiful postcard of Braidwood arrived to my post box today. My dear VT friend George (tiabunna) sent it. Thank you very much, George.
Build your own Braidwood page
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