Peterborough was a hero of the 20th century – a hissing, steaming hub of mighty locomotives sitting at the crossroads of a growing nation.

Today, the spring skies are china blue, the kids no longer have to wipe the clothes-lines clean of soot and the only whistles are from birds among the wildflowers. But Peterborough is still the geographic heart of Australia and visitors still arrive from four corners – although they're usually hauling caravans rather than freight!

You'll be surprised by the beauty of the district, the plains of rolled gold running to ancient ranges. And you'll love the wide Main Street with its grand architecture, four pubs and shouts of 'G'day!' from the locals.

Matching a passion for the past with a zest for today, the people of Peterborough welcome you with one of the nation's finest heritage experiences, Steamtown, as well as historic collections, artistic creativity, superb locally-sourced food, love of country and fondness for a good yarn.

So do yourself a favour and do us the honour.

Stay an extra day!

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For facilities which are open, please adhere to the social distancing guidelines – Keep 1.5 metres apart outside or 4m² inside, and gatherings of 10 people or more are prohibited.

Council staff will be disinfecting all tables and seats in the Main Street once a day.

TOWN HALL – CLOSED

• Town Hall
• Quilt display & Keith Payne VC display
• Public Toilets

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Steamtown and the VIC will be closed from 1pm Wednesday 23rd December 2020 and will reopen 10am Monday 4th January 2021.