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Barraba Silos, Barraba Credit: Destination NSW

40m-high mural artwork on Barraba Silos, Barraba by artist Fintan Magee.

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Once nondescript blips on country road trips, silos around Australia are being beautified with striking giant murals. Today, you can now admire eight sites in New South Wales that have been transformed with huge artworks. Here’s how you can see them all on a four-day getaway; consider adding a few extra nights along the way to explore in more depth the country towns you pass through.

Day 1: Tamworth–Gunnedah

Start your road trip in Australia’s country music capital of Tamworth , a five-hour drive northwest of Sydney . Get a taste for what’s ahead at the Tamworth water tank mural at the Oxley Lookout (near Tamworth Regional Botanic Garden in East Tamworth) before driving an hour northwest to your first silo at Barraba .

Pass through the historic town of Manilla before seeing the silos on your left just before you reach Barraba. Painted by Australian street artist Fintan Magee , the silos show three images of a farmer using dowsing sticks to find water, ending with his sticks crossed to show he’s found the right spot.

Grab a light lunch at the Polkadot Coffee Room before heading 75 minutes southwest to see the latest addition to the Australian Silo Art Trail in Gunnedah . Completed in early 2021 by Melbourne-based Mongolian street artist Heesco , the silos show Australian poet Dorothea Mackellar and lines from her famous poem, My Country .

In Gunnedah you can also see a mural by Jenny McCracken on the Gunnedah Water Tower Museum . When it’s time to eat, try the seasonal menu at Maverick Bistro, where dishes can include prawn fettuccine and duck spring rolls. You can also dine in and spend the night at the Harvest Lodge Motel.

Day 2: Gunnedah–Merriwa–Dunedoo–Portland

It’s two-hour drive south of Gunnedah to Merriw a in the Upper Hunter , travelling through the small town of Quirindi , where a silo art committee is working on plans to have their own mural. But with the stretch of road between Willow Tree to Merriwa under repair in 2021, you may need to add a 45-minute detour though Scone .

In Merriwa, head to Hacketts Road to view the mural created by David Lee Pereira in 2019. The huge sheep in red socks are a nod to Merriwa’s annual Festival of the Fleeces , where you can see more than 200 sheep wearing red woollen socks walk down the main street.

Travel another 80 minutes west to the Dunedoo silo to see black swans, rural landscapes and a horseracing scene on different sides. Champion Australian racehorse Winx is shown with her regular jockey Hugh Bowman, who grew up in Dunedoo, and trainer Chris Waller. The mural was painted by Peter Mortimore , whose wife Carolyn also grew up in the town.

Grab a bite for lunch in Dunedoo’s White Rose Café or save your appetite for the food and wine hub of Mudgee on the way to Portland. From Mudgee it’s an 80-minute drive to reach the silos in the old Portland Cement Works, where Guido van Helten ’s mural shows six former cement works employees. Part of The Foundations cultural hub, the Portland silos can be viewed from 9am to 5pm daily, so you may need to save this visit for the morning.

You could spend the night in Mudgee along the way or bed down in Portland, where the Coronation Hotel is a handy option.

Day 3: Portland–Grenfell–Weethalle

Your first silo stop of the day is 2.5 hours west of Portland in the gold-rush town of Grenfell , passing through Bathurst , the home of Australian motor racing, and boutique cellar doors in the Cowra wine region along the way. The Grenfell silos were also painted by Australian street artist Heesco, and show a compilation of local farming and nature scenes adapted from images by local photographer Denise Yates.

From Grenfell, keep heading west for just under two hours to see your third mega mural by Heesco on the Weethalle silo . This is not only the first silo Heesco painted, it was the first one in NSW when he completed it in July 2017. Only about 300 people live in Weethalle and you’re likely to meet some of the locals if you spend the night or have a meal at the Royal Hotel Weethalle .

Day 4: Weethalle — Harden-Murrumburrah

Next you’ll need to retrace your steps for 40 minutes to West Wyalong before heading south down another road for another two hours to the twin towns of Harden and Murrumburrah . On the Murrumburrah Mill’s silos you’ll find the latest artwork by Heesco, completed in early 2021, showing scenes from the historic mill’s past.

Continue to learn about local history over dinner at The Light Horse Hotel , which dates back to 1861, before spending the night next at the Heggaton artHouse , an 1800s former doctor’s surgery that’s been turned into self-contained apartments.

Grain Corp Silos, Merriwa, NSW Credit: Annette Green, Australian Silo Art Trail

This mural depicts an image of sheep wearing red socks in a canola field,by artist David Lee Pereira.

Grenfell Silo Art, Grenfell NSW Credit: Annette Green, Australian Silo Art Trail

This mural by artist Heesco Khosnaran, is a compilation of images which represents the contemporary farming industry and landscape of the Weddin Shire.

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Couple enjoying a farm tour through the orchard with Sam Stratham at Rosnay Organic Wines, Canowindra.

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Scenic road trip along Alpine Way, Thredbo in the Snowy Mountains.

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Hit the road in New South Wales during winter to discover spectacular landscapes, charming towns and ideal cold-weather activities, such as longer walks and cosy pub dinners by a roaring fire.

Embrace the romance of the Greater Blue Mountains Drive

Feel the crisp mountain air fill your lungs as you weave up winding roads west of Sydney on the Greater Blue Mountains Drive , taking your time to admire the heritage streetscapes of Springwood , Faulconbridge , Wentworth Falls and Leura en route to Katoomba .

There’s no better time to visit Katoomba than during winter, when the mountain town’s restaurants, hotels and guesthouses feel cosier than ever. Time your visit for mid-winter and you might be lucky enough to wake one morning at the likes of the luxe Lilianfels Resort and Spa to see the magical sight of the region’s eucalypt forests dusted with a layer of snow.

Soak up the dramatic Central Tablelands location of Lithgow to the north before taking an alternative route back to Sydney through historic Windsor . Pause to stretch your legs in the lush surrounds of the cool-climate Blue Mountains Botanic Garden Mount Tomah , where you can also enjoy a hearty lunch. The scent of ripening winter fruit perfumes the air as you near the apple orchards of Bilpin on the final leg of your drive – pick up edible souvenirs at farmgate stalls along the way.

Channel your inner drover on The Long Paddock

Take a fascinating step back into NSW’s pioneer past on The Long Paddock drive. Relive an iconic chapter of Australia’s history as you trace the historic Cobb Highway, an integral stock route from the Murray River through the Riverina region of southwest NSW, to the edge of the Outback.

The friendly folk at the Port of Echuca Discovery Centre in Echuca Moama have a wealth of knowledge about this important historical port town. Make the hour-long trip from Moama to the town of Deniliquin and imagine what it must have been like to pass through the now-peaceful riverside town in the mid-19th century, when Deniliquin was a busy livestock trading centre. Seize the opportunity to enjoy a round of golf at the Deniliquin Golf Club or watch the sun sparkle on the Edward River as you take an invigorating stroll along the Beach to Beach Riverside Walk .

Stop in Booroorban and spend the night in a restored ‘red rattler’ train carriage at Burraburoon Farmstay . Then move leisurely on to the towns of Hay and Booligal , where you can get a taste of unpolished outback charm with your pub grub at the Duke of Edinburgh.

Take a moment to admire The Pioneers , a mural by Wayne Strickland in Ivanhoe, north of Booligal, before making your way to the Ivanhoe Hotel Motel . Meet local characters and get a feel for the land over a pub meal before embarking on the final leg to the heritage town of Wilcannia , where you’ll uncover even more historical treasures.

Nourish your soul on the Riverina to Snowy Valleys Way

Save room in your suitcase for take-home treats when you embark on an exhilarating winter drive that begins in the food-bowl town of Griffith , six hours southwest from Sydney. Stock your car with local goodies before heading on to the relaxing country town of Narrandera , making a short detour to visit Lillypilly Estate Winery and Toorak Winery in Leeton to pick up a bottle or two of locally made wine – perhaps a bone-warming shiraz or petit verdot – to enjoy at the end of the day.

Elevate a picnic lunch in Kindra State Forest , on the journey from Narrandera to Junee , with tasty morsels from Coolamon Cheese Co . in Coolamon. Relive your childhood fantasies at Junee Licorice & Chocolate Factory in Junee, then cruise along for another half an hour south to Wagga Wagga for a revitalising cocktail at Birdy Bar before dinner at Pastorale . Showcasing ancient methods of cookery using fire, coals and smoke, Wagga Wagga’s newest fine diner is tailor-made for soaking up the wintery atmosphere.

Allow the Sturt Highway to carry you towards the dreamy Snowy Mountains via charming towns such as Adelong and Tumut . Further south is Tumbarumba , where Australia’s highest peaks form a magnificent backdrop to an emerging wine region. Seek out installations by Australian and international artists on the expanding Snowy Valleys Sculpture Trail , in and around the towns of Adelong and Tumbarumba, as well as Batlow and Tooma. Travel deeper into this enchanting area on the Kosciuszko Alpine Way , ending your trip in a snowy winter wonderland. Prepare for this final leg by checking for weather conditions and road closure information on the NSW National Parks and Wildlife website before you set off. Immerse yourself in this serene landscape for longer at Common Kosci , a new architect-designed cabin on a farm in Jindabyne built for comfort and connection.

Feel moved by the wide open spaces on the Central to Outback NSW drive

Buckle up for a thrilling drive into the heart of Outback NSW during the cooler months to experience a new perspective of the spectacular region. Start by taking a walk on the wild side in Dubbo , a five-hour drive west of Sydney, and see lions up close on a Pride Lands Patrol at Taronga Western Plains Zoo .

Wind down the window for a blast of fresh country air as you head west on the Mitchell Highway to Nyngan to check out the Nyngan Museum . Then take a restorative walk in the Macquarie Marshes Nature Reserve wetlands before diving into country NSW’s mining history in Cobar , 132km inland on the Barrier Highway.

Finally, set your sights on Broken Hill , Australia’s first heritage-listed city. You’ll be amazed by the vibrancy of this remote cultural hub, where you’ll find period buildings, great dining and thought-provoking galleries. Start your day in a delightful time warp with a visit to Bells Milk Bar . This cafe has been serving up sweetness since 1892, but it was a renovation in the 1950s that catapulted it into the city’s cultural canon with its ‘futuristic’ style. Swing by and scoff down some peaches and cream waffles and a coffee and wander its adjoining museum of Aussie milk bar heritage.

The Mutawintji National Park is a ruggedly beautiful desert region, rich in Aboriginal history. Book a guided tour to visit the Mutawintji Historic Site, which has one of the best collections of Aboriginal art in the state. The vibrant red landscapes and lush waterholes will leave a lasting impression. At night, be mesmerised by the clarity of the Milky Way in the dark skies outside Broken Hill during a Spectacular Sky Encounter with Outback Astronomy – an unexpected road trip view you won’t soon forget.

Bells Line of Road, Blue Mountains Credit: Destination NSW

The scenic Bells Line of Road weaving through the Blue Mountains.

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Lincoln Rock, Wentworth Falls Credit: Destination NSW

Morning fog over Blue Mountains National Park as seen from Lincolns Rock in Wentworth Falls.

Stand Up Paddleboarding, Echuca-Moama Credit: Destination NSW

Small group enjoying stand up paddleboarding in the river, Echuca-Moama

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Paddlesteamer Emmylou cruising along the Murray River near Echuca-Moama.

Junee Licorice & Chocolate Factory, Junee Credit: Destination NSW

Children enjoying a visit to the Junee Licorice & Chocolate Factory, Junee.

Truenorth Helicopters, Snowy Mountains Credit: Destination NSW

Scenic flight over Tumut River and the Talbingo Reservoir in the Snowy Mountains.

Taronga Western Plains Zoo, Dubbo Credit: Destination NSW

Zoofari animals at Taronga Western Plains Zoo, Dubbo.

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Entrance to the Nyngan Museum and the Nyngan Visitor Information Centre.

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NSW Silo Art Road Trip Itinerary: How and Where to See Them All

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Over the past few years a wonderful thing has been happening around Australia. Silos in big and small towns have been given a mega mural makeover, and people have been coming from far and wide to see them.

While I would one day like to do a road trip that’s big enough to see them all I started out by visiting all of the ones in NSW. I wanted to see all of the silo art along the way of course, but I also wanted to take some time to see places in my own state that I hadn’t seen before.

My NSW silo art road trip buddy was my mother, Joy, and as we live in Northern NSW we went from North to South. But if you’d prefer to start down the other end of the state you can take my suggested itinerary, flip it and reverse it.

If you’ll be flying into NSW and hiring a car , I’d suggest starting your silo art road trip in Tamworth.

As at the time of writing there are currently nine NSW silo art works, with the latest one officially added to the trail in January 2023. If you’re short on time you could see them all in three days by going from Tamworth to Quirindi on day one, Quirindi to Portland on day two, then Portland to Harden-Murrumburrah on day three.

Mum and I took it a little easier and did them all in four, and then took our time road tripping back up the state and seeing more of the places we drove through relatively quickly on the way down.

The great thing about the silos is they’re not only bringing new visitors to the towns the silos are in, they’re also taking people to some lovely places along the way.

To help you choose your own adventure I’m going to share places to eat and sleep at every silo location, as well as some stand out spots along the road.

If you can go nice and slowly you’ll be able to enjoy them all, and if you’re a little shorter on time you can adjust the recipe to suit. I’ll include the time and distance so you can figure out what works best for you.

And if you can only do some sections, you can use the table of contents below to jump ahead to any part of the trip. Ready to see some silos and a whole lot more in between? Let’s go!

Tamworth to Barraba
Barraba to Gunnedah
Gunnedah to Quirindi
Quirindi to Merriwa
Dunedoo to Portland
Portland to Grenfell
Grenfell to Weethalle
Weethalle to Harden-Murrumburrah

Tamworth to Barraba Silo Art

92km. 1hr 9mins

Get a happy snap in front of the Big Golden Guitar in Australia’s country music capital before hitting the road on your big silo art road trip.

Tamworth may not have a silo of its own yet, but you can see a smaller mural on the side of a water tank on the Oxley Lookout. Unfortunately the piece by Damon Moroney and James Moulton is the hardest one to see on this whole road trip and you need to head up a steep and uneven walking track to reach it and then take photos through the wire fencing. Don’t worry, the silos that are coming up are a whole lot easier to see.

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Our first NSW silo art is just outside of Barraba, and along the way you’ll pass through the historic town of Manilla. You won’t need to stretch your legs yet but stop anyway so you can see some of the beautiful old buildings and do a spot of vintage shopping at The Manilla Folder .

Then keep on driving along the Fossickers Way (less romantically known as the B95) and just before you reach Barraba you’ll see it on the left. Three huge portraits of a water diviner by Australian street artist Fintan Magee .

The silos are privately owned by Simon and Amanda Koopman and there’s a spot beside the road in both directions where you can easily pull over to gaze up at them and take photos.

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When he was chosen to paint the Barraba silos, Fintan visited the town in early 2019 to get a feel for the project ahead and speak to the locals. At the time the town was trying to cope with one of the worst droughts Australia has ever seen, and Fintan was inspired to show a water diviner searching for water.

Barraba NSW silo art, image Amanda Woods

Apparently Fintan wasn’t thinking of Prince Harry at the time, but I can definitely see Harry giving divining a go and enjoying being back in Australia with Meghan.

Unless you live nice and close to Barraba you’ll be starting your journey with a night in Tamworth. And if you’re a steak lover that means you have a chance to enjoy some local Jacks Creek Beef .

The winner of the world’s best steak producer for two years in a row and the world’s best fillet steak in 2017 raises Wagyu and Black Angus cattle on a farm at Willow Tree south of Tamworth. At the Workshop Kitchen in the Powerhouse Hotel you can tuck into a premium cut of Jacks Creek Beef with the unique smoked flavour that comes from cooking over a wood fired grill fired up with Pilliga Western Red Ironbark.

Before heading off in the morning the Humble Espresso is a sweet way to start the day in a cute cottage where the menu can include a decadent S’mores waffles with nutella, chocolate fudge and marshmallow icecream.

Or you might like to grab a loaded bagel and a coffee at Camp Grounds . Here the main espresso blend is roasted by Floozy, who support female coffee producers and only use traceable, high quality beans.

When you hit the road you can get a sugar fix at Molly May’s in Manilla where the decadent Ultimate Salted Caramel Shake comes decorated with Jersey caramels, popcorn and pretzels.

Salted Caramel Shake, Molly Mays Manilla, image Amanda Woods

Meanwhile in Barraba you can have a light lunch at the Polkadot Coffee Room or head to the Barraba Bowling club for a Chinese meal.

Start your NSW silo art road trip in style with a stay at Goonoo Goonoo Station , the 19 th century heritage listed pastoral village that has been turned into luxury accommodation outside of Tamworth.

As well as having great steaks, the Powerhouse Tamworth is a great way to stay thanks to the old ‘80s motel’s multi million dollar makeover when it joined the Rydges family. Expect soft beds, art deco touches and Tesla charging stations.

And in Barraba the Playhouse Hotel has ten rooms, all with ensuites, as well as shared lounges and a vine covered courtyard to enjoy a vino in.

Barraba to Gunnedah Silo Art

115km, 1hr 22 mins / 91km. 1hr 15min

On your drive down south to Gunnedah you can go one of two ways.

Back via Manilla will take you over a little of the same ground and is slightly longer at 115km, but it’s sealed all the way. Or if you want all new views you can take a teensy short cut driving via the tiny village of Kelvin but you’ll only shave about 7 minutes off the drive and will spend some time on dirt roads.

Whichever way you go, when you reach Gunnedah you’ll want to go straight to the big maize mill on Barber Street, next to the new bridge that links the Oxley Highway and Warrabungle Street. Here you’ll find the first of four silo artworks by Heesco that you’ll be seeing on this trip.

Gunnedah, NSW Silo art by Heesco, image Amanda Woods

The Mongolian street artist who now lives in Melbourne painted the first silo in NSW in Weethalle back in 2017, then did another one in Grenfell, and early this year put the (almost) finishing touches on this one in Gunnedah before heading down to Harden-Murrumburrah to start on his fourth.

The 29m-high, privately owned maize mill silos show Australian poet Dorothea Mackellar and lines from her famous poem My Country.

In Gunnedah you can also see two murals by Jenny McCracken on the Gunnedah Military Water Tower Museum . The scenes from the Vietnam War show Huey helicopters coming to the aid of solders on the ground, and soldiers standing at attention beside the Long Tan Cross.

Water tower art Gunnedah museum, image Amanda Woods

In front of the Civic Centre in town you can also see a different kind of street art, with the Rainbow Serpent Water Feature . It took local Kamilaroi women almost 20 years to make this mosaic dream a reality, and last year it won silver for best rural art in the 2020 Australian Street Art Awards.

The Bitter Suite Café + Wine Bar serves up delicious food with fresh local produce, including a ridiculously indulgent French toast with maple syrup, bacon and ice cream. The café has a lovely feel to it with some interesting sculptures and other creations found around the courtyard.

And after a major refurbishment in 2019 the Gunnedah Hotel has new and improved indoor and outdoor spaces including a large beer garden with a children’s play area, and an Italian restaurant called Vita with its own outdoor area.

Vita Restaurant Gunnedah, image Amanda Woods

The Harvest Lodge Motel has swimming pool and onsite restaurant while the Gunnedah Serviced Apartments have four self-contained apartments around town.

And after enjoying dinner you can also spend the night at the Gunnedah Hotel in their renovated upstairs rooms where accommodation options includes single, queen and triple rooms with private or shared bathrooms.

176km. 2hr 3mins

Gunnedah to Quirindi Silo Art

Travel from Gunnedah to Quirindi, where the latest addition to the NSW silo art trail has something no other silo in Australia has – a special show every night.

Perth based artist Peter Ryan has created a mix of a mural and a canvas where projections by Illuminart add to the stories of the Liverpool Plains’ past, present and future.

Peter’s silo art was inspired by local Aboriginal stories and plaques along the front of the silos explain the significance of the animals you can see. Then at night a show that includes a mix of animated Kamilaroi stories and videos of modern farming in the area adds a new dimension to these silos.

I share a little bit of what it’s like to see the show here…

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The show starts at 7pm Eastern Standard Time and 8.30pm during Daylight Savings with accompanying audio broadcast on 88.6FM, and then is played a second time a few minutes after the first run.

Get there early to grab one of the loungers where you can lie back in comfort and look up at the silo and the stars. If you’re visiting in winter like I was, rug up for this one and bring something to put down on the seat as they do get quite cold.

After watching the first viewing I went across the road to the RSL to watch the second show from the balcony. Between the Keno and TV screens on the balcony it wasn’t ideal viewing, but it was still nice to see it again as I warmed up with a hot chocolate.

In front of the silos an installation shows Quirindi’s annual rainfall since the silos were constructed, while around town you can see the stock brands of the Liverpool Plains on the footpaths, with a guide to the different brands and some of the pastoral history on a sign.

While you’re in town visit the Merriwa Colonial Museum to learn more about the local history in a standstone cottage that dates back to 1857, and find some new treats to take home in local stores including The Lime Door where you can find vintage and new homewares and furniture along with gourmet foods and artworks by Peter Ryan.

On the way out of town pop up to the Who’d A Thought It Lookout for 360° views of the Liverpool Plains below and a small playground for the kids.

For a pub meal head to the Terminus Hotel where you can find pizzas, pastas and pub classics, or grab a bite at the Quirindi RSL over the road from the silos before the show starts.

For breakfast, The Quirindi Coffee Pot has a nice mix of dishes on offer, including some tasty sweet corn fritters that I enjoyed with an oat milk Fish River Rosters coffee in the sun.

Plan an overnight stay in Quirindi so you can see the projections on the silos after the sun goes down.

The Best Western Quirindi RSL Motel is directly behind the RSL and just around the corner from the silos for an easy three minute walk from the silo show to your bed.

My King Bed Suite was clean, comfortable and spacious with a separate bedroom and living area including a kitchenette with a microwave and tea and coffee facilities with Tim Tams.

The office isn’t manned at all times and while there is a phone number to call when you arrive if you’re like me and have no service on Vodafone it’s best to check the day before you arrive to organise your keys.

Quirindi to Merriwa Silo Art

137km . 1hr 40mins

If you’re looking at an old map you might be thinking about taking the short cut between Willow Tree and Merriwa, but that road has been closed since January 2021 while and it’s likely to be another year or two before it reopens. So at Willow Tree you’ll join the New England Highway down to Scone before heading west on Bunnan Road towards Merriwa.

Make your way to the silo viewing area on Hacketts Road as you come into Merriwa. The road may be gravel but after looking at the silos you can keep on driving into town rather than having to turn around.

While you don’t usually see sheep wearing red socks, David Lee Pereira’s silo art is a nod to Merriwa’s annual Festival of the Fleeces, which takes places in June.

Merriwa NSW Silo Art, image Amanda Woods

This unusual festival includes hundreds of sheep wearing red socks walking down the main street of the town. A slightly odd but fun tradition that started when a festival sponsor sent a lot of red socks to the town one year and the locals came up with an unexpected way to use them.

If you love a good steak time your lunch break for Graze at the Willow Tree Inn .

This is where Michelin starred chef Ben Davies sizzles with steaks from the best Black Angus steers from the Colly Creek Pastoral Company up the road. Here they take their beef so seriously they have their own in-house butcher and you can see through a window from the restaurant into the dry aging room where the meat is aged for anywhere between 30 days and three months.

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Down the road in Scone, The Thoroughbred is a mix of gourmet bakery, café and steakhouse in an old pub from the 1800s, with rooms to stay upstairs.

And after you’ve seen the Merriwa silos and are ready for a bite to eat, the Merriwa Bakery serves fresh sandwiches, wraps and rolls along with minted lamb hot pies and more traditional fillings. And after getting a sweet treat fix there I can now vouch for their salted caramel tarts.

At the B&B on Bettington you can spend the night in a former bank building that dates back to 1916, while right alongside it you can find the Golden Fleece Motor Inn .

Just remember that with a population of around 1,700 there aren’t a lot of accommodation options in Merriwa, so you’ll want to book ahead to make sure you don’t miss out on a room.

Merriwa to Dunedoo Silo Art

105km. 1hr 10mins.

Keep following the Golden Highway west to Dunedoo. Only around 1,200 people live in this small town in the Warrumbungles and you can learn about the area’s history with a visit to the Dunedoo Historical Society before doing a little shopping at Gateway Gifts .

There’s no way you’ll miss the Dunedoo silo art, which wraps around the silos right there on the main street.

Artist Peter Mortimore ’s wife, Carolyn grew up in Dunedoo and joined him as he covered the silos with two of his passions – equine art and Australian landscapes.

On one side of the silo you can see Dunedoo jockey Hugh Bowman on the champion Australian racehorse Winx alongside her trainer Chris Waller. On the other the black swans that Dunedoo was named after fly above a local countryside scene.

The Lions Park beside the silos has lovely metal sculptures of local birds to see including barn owls and eagles, and you can also see a model of Neptune, 38 million times smaller than it is in space, as part of the Solar System Drive .

Grab a bite for lunch in Dunedoo’s White Rose Café or pick up some treats from the bakery and have a picnic on one of the tables beside the silo with a cold drink from a growler by Stonex .

As Dunedoo is another small town there aren’t a lot of options, though you could find a bed at The Royal Hotel or the Swan Motel .

Or you may like to continue onto the next leg of the trip and spend the night in Gulgong, which is only 40 minutes down the road, or in Mudgee, which is 1hr 11 mins from Dunedoo.

In the heart of Gulgong you could stay above a historic hotel from the 1800s in the Prince Of Wales Hotel , while the Gulgong Motel has a large swimming pool to cool off in and is just five minute’s walk from town.

Or you can continue on to Mudgee where the The Parklands Resort is surrounded by 30 acres of manicured gardens, has an indoor swimming pool, spa and sauna and a verandah for every room.

Plane lovers should book a night at Hangar House which is part holiday home, part airport hangar. If you have your own plane you can even fly in and have your plane spend the night with you.

If you’d prefer a whole place to yourself this big, light and bright Mudgee Country home sleeps up to 12 people and has a pool and outdoor entertaining area to enjoy.

Dunedoo to Portland Silo Art

186km. 2hr 15 mins.

It may only be around two hours between silos on this next leg, but you’ll want to give yourself a lot more time than that to enjoy a few stops along the way.

First up, Gulgong. The town that used to appear on the old Australian $10 note with local boy Henry Lawson has around 130 National Trust-listed buildings including what the Prince of Wales Opera House, which until Covid hit was Australia’s oldest operating opera house after opening in 1871.

Next you’ll be passing through Mudgee, one of the state’s top spots for great food and wine where you can visit cellar doors including the multi award winning Lowe Wines and the ultra modern cellar door at Logan Wines , and stroll past some lovely colonial buildings as you hop between boutique shops.

Pearsons Lookout Capertee Valley, NSW image Amanda Woods

As you continue to make your way south take a quick break to admire the view over the Capertee Valley from Pearson’s lookout. The lookout is a bit of a sudden turn to the left off the highway after you pass through the village of Capertee, and there’s not a lot of space for cars up there and no where to turn around if you’re in a motorhome.

So if you’re driving an RV you’ll want to grab a spot in the bottom carpark and walk the last bit to the top, but trust me it’s worth it to see the views over the second largest canyon in the world, and one that’s 1km wider than the Grand Canyon.

Then it’s time for your Portland silo art stop at the former Portland cement factory, now known as the cultural and tourism hub The Foundations .

Artist Guido Van Helton met with former cement factory workers and talked to people in the town before deciding on his silo artwork, which features five of the men who worked at the factory, Tommy, Bert, Ernie, Herb and Jack and one of the women, Yvonne Adams.

At first I didn’t like seeing Yvonne standing all alone on a different side of the silos to the men. But then I was told that she used to look out for all of the men and would watch the gate to make sure they all got out that night. Now her portrait still faces the gate, which I find quite beautiful.

While you can see can see most of the NSW silo art from the main road it’s much better to go into The Foundations and walk around the silos so you can see Yvonne, and also to feel the scale of the artwork as you look up at it. I was definitely feeling tiny as I stood in front of them for the road trip snap below.

Amanda Woods in front of Portland, NSW Silo Art, image Amanda Woods

And I’ll admit I got quite emotional when I heard that Jack, the man who’s looking up, has passed away since the silos were painted. His wife still lives in town and the thought of her being able to come and see his portrait got me all misty eyed.

Before travelling to Portland see if you can time your visit to coincide with one of The Foundations market days so you can step inside the incredible Powerhouse space. The latest updates on market day dates and other special events can be found on The Foundations Facebook page .

The Foundations Portland, image Amanda Woods

It’s also a great idea to join a tour so you can go and see the factory’s rare brick bottle kilns that date back to 1889, and if you like a spot of fishing bring your tackle and rods.

Over the past few years The Foundations have been stocking one of the dams on the site with more than 3000 fingerling trout that have grown into healthy fish that you can catch and release.

Along with all those tempting cellar doors in Mudgee there are some rather lovely spots to stop for lunch.

At Alby & Esthers café and wine bar you can enjoy local seasonal dishes in a stone terrace that dates back to around 1873 or its vine-covered courtyard. Over at Eltons the original 1896 Eltons Pharmacy building is now a top spot to try regionally sourced food, wine and craft beer. While if you’re more in the mood for fine dining the Pipeclay Pumphouse at the Robert Stein Vineyard includes paddock to plate salami, pork rillettes and pork terrine from local free-range pigs.

In Portland The Coronation Hotel has started a new chapter after its new owners bought it from an ad in Gumtree when they were looking to move out of the city. Their menu continues to expand and includes a mighty good chicken schnitzel.

If you’re looking for budget friendly accommodation, The Coronation Hotel has above the pub rooms starting from $45 a night.

As the owners have kept the original structure of the rooms there are no ensuite options, and as the women’s toilets and showers are across a short open air covered walkway from your room you’ll want to have something warm to put on for a nip to the loo in those colder months.

Unfortunately there are no other accommodation options in Portland itself so you may want to spend the night before in Mudgee, or do as we did and drive 12km to the small town of Wallerawang for a night at the Black Gold Motel .

Here owners Robert and Linda Cluff have taken the Old Wallerawang School that dates back to 1881 and transformed it into a mix of suites, cabins, villas and rooms. The Black Gold Motel also has a spacious and comfortable restaurant called the Crib Room with hearty meals including gluten free and vegan options.

Or you could get a jump on the next section of the drive and head 42 minutes down the road to Bathurst.

On our road trip we spent a couple of nights in Bathurst, one in a lovely home called the Ivy Lodge , and the other in a holiday park.

It had been a while between holiday park stays for me, and apart from loving the way some of the NRMA Bathurst Panorama Holiday Park cabins looked like old miners huts I felt like a big kid as I repeatedly zipped around the water slide into the pool. They also have a huge bouncing pillow and mini golf to keep big and small kids entertained.

Bathurst NRMA Holiday park, image Amanda Woods

In the past I’ve also loved staying at the beautiful Bishops Court Estate , an award winning boutique hotel in a two story Victorian mansion.

And after taking a tour around the recently renovated and reopened Victoria Hotel Bathurst I’m looking forward to spending a night in their light and lovely pub accommodation on a future visit. And hopefully being there for one of their Pawchella dog friendly festivals in the backyard.

Portland to Grenfell Silo Art

210km. 2hr 30 mins

Watch the countryside change as you go from driving up and down mountains to the landscape flattening out around you.

As you pass through Bathurst motor racing fans should indulge in a lap of Mount Panorama, while sticking to the speed limit of course, before paying a visit to the National Motor Racing Museum . And if you’re like me and a sucker for pretty crystals then a visit to the Australian Fossil and Mineral Museum is a must to see a stunning display of crystals as well as a T.rex skeleton and other fossils.

At Abercrombie House you can explore a Tudor Gothic mansion from the 1870s with 52 rooms, seven staircases, 29 fireplaces and a beautiful ballroom where they host high teas on Sunday afternoons. Check their website for upcoming events including night tours in case you can time your visit right.

Abercrombie House, Bathurst, image Amanda Woods

As you continue down the Mid-Western Highway keep an eye out for the sign to Carcoar, around 40 minutes outside of Bathurst. One of the most beautifully preserved and restored historic villages in Australia, Carcoar has Georgian style terraces and convict built stone stables to admire, and in winter you can often look up at a snow capped Mount Lachlan, which is 1,220m higher than the Blue Mountains.

From Carcoar it’s another 40 minutes to Cowra, where you can see the multi award winning Cowra Japanese Gardens and take a stroll around five hectares of gardens designed to reflect the Japanese landscape by designer Ken Nakajima.

Then it’s 40 minutes more to the west to reach the town of Grenfell.

While there are some signs pointing you towards the silo art in Grenfell they’re very small blue ones so not easy to spot. To make things easier follow the larger signs to the historic railway station, then make your way along West Street to the silos.

Another NSW silo artwork by Heesco, the Grenfell silos show farming and nature scenes from the surrounding Weddin Shire, adapted from images by local photographer Denise Yates.

Grenfell NSW Silo art by Heesco, image Amanda Woods

The grain silos that date back to 1926 are owned by Grenfell Commodities who commissioned the artwork after seeing what Heesco created on the Weethalle silos (where we’ll be going next).

While we arrived in the afternoon and thought the silos were beautiful, according to the locals we chatted to it’s even better in the early morning when the sunrise hits it and makes those colours shine even brighter.

As well as being able to walk right up to these silos, they had something we hadn’t seen before. Something I think would be a great thing to have at all of the NSW silo art stops. A visitors’ book.

Grenfell silo art Visitors book, image Amanda Woods

The book we added our names to had only been started four months before and already had 72 pages filled with comments, with 12 entries to most pages (so that’s 864 comments to save you trying to do that one in your head). I don’t know how many books have been filled since Heesco completed the artwork in March 2019, but I love the idea of silo art road trippers being able to share some thoughts and leave their own mark before travelling on.

Grab a seat in the garden courtyard, or inside by the fire in those colder months at The Hub in Bathurst, where you can tuck into a healthy Big Buddha Bowl or indulge in a Sweet Potato Rosti with a mug of their own Hub blend coffee from local Fish River Roasters.

And if you’re spending the night in Bathurst book a table at Dogwood . We didn’t have anything like Dogwood when I went to uni in Bathurst and that makes me sad. Because it’s awesome.

Dogwood Bathurst food, image Amanda Woods

Created by Evan Stanley who has worked at some of Australia’s best cocktail bars and was named ALIA Australian Bartender of the Year before moving to Bathurst, it’s where you can tuck into classic American dishes including crispy Southern style chicken and smoky North Carolina style BBQ pork while sipping some of those mighty fine cocktails.

Down the road in Carcoar a fine dining treat awaits at Antica Australis .

Awarded a Chef Hat for 2021 by the Australian Good Food Guide in its first year of business, this slow food locanda is only open on weekends and doesn’t accept walk-ins so you’ll need to time your trip right and book ahead to secure a spot at this table.

Meanwhile in Grenfell, Unwind has you covered for lunch with pies and sausage rolls, homemade cakes and slices, while their Friday night dinners are inspired by different corners of the globe. Check the Unwind Facebook page to see if you could be eating Indian, Mexican, Vietnamese or another tasty dish.

Or if you’re more in the mood for classic pub fare in Grenfell head on down to the Criterion or the Albion Hotel.

While I’ve already shared some Bathurst suggestions there are a couple of lovely options along the way in the village of Carcoar.

Hargans Cottage is the creation of Belinda Satterthwaite, the woman behind the gorgeous Tomolly store that used to be found in Millthorpe and now has a new home in Carcoar. Once a local mechanic’s house the cottage is now a lovely light filled getaway with luxury linens, handmade ceramics and other Tomolly style touches.

Meanwhile the Stoke House Carcoar was built back in 1846 and while some original elements remain, some more modern touches were introduced in 2014 when the latest refurbishment took place.

And when you make it to Grenfell, the heritage listed Grenfell Hall is now an elegant B&B with three rooms with queen beds, including this rather dramatic number.

Grenfell to Weethalle Silo Art

162km. 1hr 45mins

As you keep on heading west those long, flat stretches of road get longer and flatter.

This is cruise control country. And sometimes wild emu country. So keep an eye out for both sides of the Australian coat of arms as you drive along these roads.

Along the way you’ll pass through West Wyalong where you can learn about the town’s gold mining heritage at the Wyalong Museum in the old courthouse, and pick up a brochure from the Visitor Information Centre to do a self guided tour of the heritage buildings along the streets.

When you reach the tiny village of Weethalle (that’s pronounced with-alley) you’ll see the silo that started them all in NSW.

Weethalle, NSW silo art, image Amanda Woods

The ninth to be painted in Australia, the Weethalle silos were the first in NSW and they were also Heesco’s first silos when he completed them in July 2017.

You can’t miss the silos as they’re right there on the main street and when you get out of the car you can walk up to these ones as well. As they’re still being used to this day you may even see them at work when you visit.

Weethalle silo sheep, image Amanda Woods

The silos were painted in memory of the late Bob Fisher, a local man who gave a lot to the Weethalle community, and are a tribute to the area’s wool and wheat industries. As well as showing the shearer and the farmer with his wheat, I love the way Heesco turned that tiny balcony section into a holding pen for the sheep.

The Weethalle silo art also featured in a stamp series I wish I’d known about and snapped up at the time. In fact the stamps were so popular they were named Australia Post’s favourite stamp series for 2018.

Australia Post Silo Art Stamps, image Amanda Woods

No stop to Weethalle is complete without a visit to the Road Kill Grillz where you can find yourself chatting with locals as you tuck into a burger named after them.

Owned and operated by Linda and Danny, the Road Kill Grillz has your classic road house options as well as a selection of specials named after the locals who love them including the hot chilli kransky known as the Flaming Lloyd.

Road Kill Grillz Weethalle sign, image Amanda Woods

And as some of the truck drivers who know this route well will tell you they also serve fresh vegetables including real mashed potato rather than those frozen veggies a lot of other places serve up.

Across the road at the old railway station you can find The Whistle Stop Arts and Crafts and have a bite to eat in their tearoom. Even if you’ve filled up at the Road Kill Grillz it’s worth popping over to meet the volunteers and to pick up a Weethalle tea towel and other souvenirs.

Whistle Stop Weethalle, image Amanda Woods

Weethalle is a tiny dot of a place with a population of just 284, so if you want to spend the night you’ll need to book ahead to make sure you get one of only four rooms above the pub at the Royal Hotel.

The rooms have a communal bathroom and a shared kitchenette with a kettle, toaster, fridge and microwave. You won’t find the Royal Hotel online, so you’ll need to go old school and call them direct on 02 6975 6291.

If you’re road tripping in an RV or going #vanlife style you can get a powered site at the showground with views of the top of the silos in the distance for $10 a night.

Or you could simply spend the night in front of the silos themselves as there’s plenty of room for caravans and vans.

Weethalle to Harden – Murrumburrah Silo Art

216km. 2hr 33min

And now we make it to the final leg of our NSW silo art road trip and you have two ways to travel over to the twin towns of Harden and Murrumburrah.

If you want to stick to main roads you can head back to West Wyalong and then start making your way down. Or you can do what we did and take the secondary road option down to Barellan and then across, which only adds around ten minutes to your journey.

By going this way you’ll get to see one of Australia’s Big Things , the Big Tennis Racket the town of Barellan which pays tribute to their local tennis star Evonne Goolagong Cawley.

Big Tennis Racquet, Barellan NSW, image Amanda Woods

You’ll also get to visit the tiny town of Ardlethan, which lays claim to being the home of the kelpie and has some sweet shops to visit including Ardlee Outback Gifts where you can pick up some locally made presents for friends, or just for yourself.

And both ways of travelling will take you through Temora, where you can visit the Temora Aviation Museum and see an impressive collection of military aircraft including the only flying Gloster Meteor F.8 in the world and the only Australian built Vampire flying in the country.

If you can time your visit right you’ll also be able to see these warbirds take to the skies. Check the museum’s upcoming events page as well as the Warbirds Downunder Airshow site to see when the next event will be taking place.

From Temora it’s just over an hour’s drive to Harden-Murrumburrah, the colonial gold rush twin towns that are also the birthplace of the first Australian Light Horse regiment in 1897.

Learn about the creation of the first light horse troop at the light horse memorial, and see a statue of Bill the Bastard , the legendary horse that went from being unrideable to carrying five men at a time out of the Battle of Romani in 1916.

And of course this is where you’re going to see the last great piece of NSW silo art on your road trip.

When mum and I were doing our original silo art road trip in 2021 we were lucky to see Heesco at work on the historic Murrumburrah Mills.

Heesco on cherry picker at Harden Murrumburrah Silo Art, image Amanda Woods

I’ve always been fascinated by the way street artists create mega murals, and had a great chat to Heesco about how it all works.

The mills date back to 1865 and were quite advanced for their time, introducing some new concepts to milling production and creating a thriving industry for the town.

Heesco’s work shows scenes from the mill’s past, and while I’ve yet to see the finished product myself, mum went back a month or so later and snapped the photos below so I can share just how beautifully it turned out.

Harden Murrumburrah NSW Silo Art image Amanda Woods

There’s so much that blows me away about these silos, including the way Heesco managed to work with corrugated iron as well as the shape of the silos.

Needless to say it was a very special way to end our silo art road trip and one that we’ll always remember.

Just a few doors up from the silos, the Light Horse Hotel is more than 160 years old, but thanks to a renovation in 2018 it feels fresh and clean while still retaining nods to its history.

While I’ve heard good things about their pub food, unfortunately we didn’t get a chance to eat at the Light Horse as we visited on a Monday and Tuesday, and soon discovered that pretty much everywhere to eat in town is closed on those days.

If you’re coming into town on those days too bring something you can make in your accommodation if you’ll be staying self contained, or do what we did and head to the Harden Chinese restaurant where you can find all the country town Chinese classics.

The vintage style Jackson’s Bakery and Café in Harden is a great option for brunch or lunch and has a huge courtyard where you can sit in the sun or under the shade of an umbrella.

While we stayed on the Murrumburrah side, we ate over on the Harden side and quickly spotted something a little odd. They may be twin towns but they have their own opinions on how cars should be parked. Once you’ve crossed from one into the other you’ll see cars going from being parked rear to kerb to face in so check the other cars or the sign if there are none about to know which way to park in these towns.

If you’d like to break up this last leg of the journey, plane fans can spend the night at the Temora Aviation Museum in the Skylodge , a three bedroom cottage that you can either book by room or take over the whole home for your family or friends.

Or if you’re more of a train person, you can also sleep in one of two self contained train carriages at the Country Carriage Bed and Breakfast .

A stone’s throw from the silos in Murrumburrah, the Light Horse Hotel has lovely comfortable and clean rooms above the dining room and bar, while right next door the Heggaton artHouse is a former 1800s doctors surgery that’s been turned into self-contained apartments.

There are three apartments in the Heggaton artHouse and when we stayed we were able to enjoy a glass of wine in the back garden with our neighbour and feel right at home. And even though our section was a one bedroom apartment, thanks to the sofa bed mum and I could have a bed to ourselves before starting the day with a little breakfast whipped up in our kitchen.

And then it was over. Well, sort of.

After seeing all of the NSW silo art we then took our time slowly traveling up north again, taking different routes and visiting new towns on our way home.

And as we did I just kept thinking how grateful I was for the people who had made the silo art happen. From the individual owners and town committees who raised the money to the artists that created these incredible pieces that we can all go and see.

So I’d like to end with a big thank you to everyone involved in the silo art works, and to all of the lovely people we met along the way. There’s nothing quite like an Aussie road trip and thanks to the silos we now have a very special new way to enjoy one.

Amanda Woods and mum Joy Woods on NSW silo art road trip

It’s a lovely trip you have and I am going to do it but I can’t print it out so I can follow it.

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THE STUNNING AUSTRALIAN SILO ART TRAIL GUIDE [+MAPS]

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Silo Art is all about turning dull grey silos into beautiful pieces of artwork. Today we will share everything you need to know about it, from where to find the silos to who created them, how many there are and most importantly, perhaps, things to do nearby.

Since the first mural was painted on a Western Australian silo in 2015, silo art has become a surefire way to draw visitors to small communities across the country. Many people now travel to towns they would otherwise have never heard of to see these beautifully decorated silos. Hopefully spending some time and money in the community in the process.

The large canvases these artworks provide street artists have opened up a movement and given us Australia’s largest outdoor gallery.

We have included some water towers as the murals on these are just as impressive. As we have not yet seen all the silo’s ourselves, we asked a few friends to contribute and have noted this below.

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Australian Silo Art Trail FAQ

The first official silo artwork appeared in Western Australia in 2015 when Phlegm and HENSE painted a silo in Northam. However, the Silo Trail concept was started by the Yarriambiack Shire Council in 2016. Since then, artists from Australia and around the world have been invited to paint silos with their own artistic expression.

There are approximately 45 painted silos in the Australia Silo Trail, although that number is constantly changing with new silos going up and, sadly, at least one coming down.

There are approximately 80 painted water towers in Australia, they are more common than silos in NSW, and there are more on the way.

Victoria has 20 * 19 silos making it the state with the most silo art in Australia. It is also our most compact state, so the best place to see a number of murals quickly. *One of Victoria’s original silos has been demolished.

If you are keen to explore beyond Australia’s coastline, hunting down silo art is a good way to get started.

While it is generally a collaborative process, artists take their inspiration from residents of the local community, the environment or the history of a place.

In NSW, we have more water towers than silos. There are seven silos on the NSW Silo trail; in comparison, there are 23 water towers, and I have included the ones we have seen too! Three of the NSW silos were painted by Melbourne based artist Heesco. We managed to visit most of them last year as part of our NSW road trip.

We have featured the silos and water towers marked on this map.

Barraba (2019) – Fintan Magee

The 40m high grain silos at Barraba were Brisbane artist Fintan Magee’s second silo work after completing a mural at Patchewollock in 2016. He chose to paint the “Water Diviner”, which illustrates the old practice of looking for groundwater using metal rods or sticks, although, in this work, he has shown the farmer with sticks. The silos took a little over 3 weeks to complete.

If you have any interest in antiques or generally enjoy quirky things, be sure to check out the Shed of Knowledge museum, it’s opening hours are a bit hit and miss, so ask at the visitors centre when you get into town. Nearby Sawn Rocks in Mount Kaputar National Park is a great place to do some bushwalking. Another gem is Horton Falls, 45 mins drive from Barraba; there are two lookouts over the 83-metre drop; however, the falls best viewed after rain and the view not so impressive much of the year.

Where: Located 90km north of Tamworth along the Fossickers Way, Barraba is known as a bird watchers paradise with fourteen signposted bird routes.

Where to stay : We based ourselves in Tamworth and Armidale and drove past the silo on the way between the two, but there are plenty of campsites nearby. There is also a caravan park in town.

Coonamble Water Tower (2017) – John Murray, Sooty Welch and Bob Barrett

On the Castlereagh Highway, this water tower was a collaboration by Lightning Ridge local John Murray who painted the birds and Wailwan Elder Kevin “ Sooty ” Welsh, who added the Dreamtime artwork near the base. It was completed over 11 days and received a touch up in October 2020, just days after we took this photo.

Coonbamble Water Tower art NSW painted by John Murray

Galahs are common in this part of the state; we saw several on our overnight stay in Galargambone just down the road, making them a great fit for this design. The 25m tall tower is easily spotted from the road and there is plenty of parking nearby.

The town is a popular stop on the road from Dubbo to Lightning Ridge , and the drought has hit hard. We visited in September 2020, and many of the shops and even the pub were closed. They could really use your support so perhaps plan a meal stop here. There was a lovely cafe about a block from the tower heading into town. Directly across the road is a park perfect for a picnic lunch.

Wander the main street and discover the Nickname Hall of Fame , caricature of locals and how/why there were given their names. An insight into the Aussie sense of humour and some interesting background on how many nicknames were bestowed on the local settlers by the Aboriginal inhabitants based on their physical appearance or character.

Where to stay: There is a free camp at Nakadoo , on a farm just north of town. Take the optional shed tour for $10 to support the farm and learn more about the property’s history.

Galargambone Water Tower (2018) – Jenny McCraken – Lucky Dip

Just 50 minutes or so south of Coonamble is Galargambone’s water tower. The tower was painted as part of a local festival, ‘Pave the Way to Gular’, which saw artists including Kaff-Eine, Goodie, Sam Brooks, Peter Brown, Claire Foxton, Rudy Kistler, John Murray and DNart head to town to bring it to life with dozens of murals.

Galargambone Water Tower painted by Jenny McCraken

Once you have visited the tower, spend some time hunting down the rest of the towns artworks. Pop into the local cafe for a coffee and a chat. The small town of 500 has worked hard to create their cafe, and it has a fascinating back story which I am sure they will be happy to share.

Australia Post released the kingfisher’s image on a stamp in 2020 as part of their commemorative Water Tower Art series.

Galargambone is about 1 hour from Warrambungle National Park and Siding Spring Observatory. Emu Logic Farm , just 35 minutes away, is also a fun place to visit ($15) and learn more about emus and maybe even find an emu egg. The farm is wheelchair accessible.

Where to stay: You can’t go past the Galargambone Caravan Park, one of the friendliest of our five-week NSW road trip. It’s dog friendly and has its own little farm on site. This is a lovely little town to stop and rest for a while.

Grenfell Silo (2019) – Heesco Khosnaran

Heesco painted his first silo in Weethalle in 2017 and it was that artwork that caught the eye of the owner of this silo at Grenfell Commodities who then commissioned the work.

Painted over five weeks, the mural depicts the local farming community and talking to locals; it’s clear the artist is much loved.

Grenfell is best known as the birthplace of the Australian poet Henry Lawson, and you will find the statue of him on a seat – pop in next to him for a selfie! It’s also worth stopping in at the old train station where you will also find another of Australia’s Big Things, the Big Gold Pick and Pan.

A visit in September will reward you with stunning canola fields on the roads near the town. In June, the town holds the Henry Lawson Festival .

Where to stay : There is a free camp near the railway station with BBQs and new bathrooms with hot showers. You will find them a 3-minute drive from the silo. You can find more details on camping nearby here .

Merriwa is a small, quiet, rural town located in the west of the Hunter Region of NSW. An agricultural town, it is best known for its cropping and sheep producing endeavours. Each year the Festival of the Fleeces is held in Merriwa, which features the famous ‘ Running of the Sheep ’, an event where hundreds of sheep run down the main road, all wearing red socks!

This iconic event is now depicted in the stunning silos painted by artist David Lee Pereira and completed in April 2019. The silos also feature the yellow canola flowers, which you can see growing in paddocks everywhere in spring.

Where to stay : If you are a caravanner and like the occasional free camp, then the ideal spot to stay is behind the Merriwa Services Club, don’t forget to drop into the club for some friendly country hospitality and a great meal.

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Narrandera is a small rural town located in the Riverina district of NSW, right on the banks of the Murrumbidgee River. A once important stop for paddle steamers, who plied their trade up and down the river, the remains of the Wagga Wagga steamer can still be seen in the river today.

During World War II a RAAF training base was established in town. A small museum in the town is now home to a DH82 Tiger Moth, together with other memorabilia, from the days of the training school. The museum is open seven days a week and entry is by a gold coin donation.

Narrandera is also home to a colony of some 200 koalas. If you take a walk through the Flora and Fauna Reserve, you may just be lucky enough to spot one or two. These koalas are an important part of keeping our koala population flourishing and healthy.

A community project in 2019, saw the two water towers overlooking the town, painted by the team from Apparition Media. The first tower depicts a koala and life on the river, whilst the second pays homage to the area’s strong Indigenous history.

Where to stay : If you are looking for somewhere to stay, then Lake Talbot Tourist Park is the ideal spot to base yourself for a few days.

Portland Silo (2018) – Guido Van Helten

Enhancing the industrial patrimony of rural towns can be a challenge. But one that some mural artists are certainly keen on. Old cement silos can be seriously ugly and often dominate the landscape of small towns in New South Wales .

In the upper Blue Mountains, Portland is now a fairly run-down little town but was once known as the “town that built Sydney” due to its quarries, kilns and cement processing. The area around Lithgow, north of Katoomba, is fairly industrial, with power stations and collieries. The cement works of Portland were built in 1902 and became a significant employer. For a while, Portland thrived and even built an Olympic swimming pool. The cement works buildings are still fairly run down; however, they now house artists’ studios and events. The Foundations Portland, as the site is known, has yet to be fully renovated and repurposed, but the Coronation Hotel is an old pub open for business. The silos have been adorned by a mural composed by Australian artist Guido Van Helten. It consists of six local characters, long term employees of the cement works, who shared their stories and memories of working for the company to chronicle the life and legacy of Portland’s industrial past. Dressed in their everyday clothes and portrayed under different angles, the characters seem alive, and there is a touching, photographic element hidden in the folds of their clothing.

Visit Hassans Walls Lookout, just 30 mins from the silo. Where : Portland is 164 km west of Sydney and about 30 minutes from Lithgow.

Where to stay : You can make a day trip from the Blue Mountains or stay in nearby Lithgow, we stayed at the Workers Club on our last visit.

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Weethalle Silo (2017) – Heesco

This was Heescos’s first mural silo mural in NSW; he has now painted three, making him the state’s most prolific silo artist. You will find the 21m high silos on the main street of the tiny town 60km West of West Wyalong.

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One of my favourites for the cheeky sheep watching out from the middle silo, the silo also features a sheerer and a grain farmer.

Pop into the Road Kill Grillz for a snack.

Where to stay : Weethalle Showground offers basic camping for $10 per night.

The Victorian trail is the best known and most established, with twenty silos. It is also the easiest to visit with many of the silos quite close together. In fact, a single 200km road trip that starts 300km from Melbourne can help you tick off ten along a trail stretching from Rupanyup to Patchewollock .

Many of the Victorian murals are in the Wimmera Mallee region, with a few others closer to the South Australian border. You can also tour at least 4 in a day’s drive of Benalla. There are eleven water towers in Victoria.

Rupanyup (2017) – Julia Volchkova

This smaller double silo structure, features two local kids in their sporting uniforms, a netballer and a rugby league player. Sport is a huge part of life in rural communities.

Painted by Russian Artist Julia Volchkova, who was the first woman to paint an Australian silo. The monochrome design is beautiful in its simplicity. The mural features two local children Emily Baker, a netballer and Jordan Weidemann, in his AFL uniform.

Head into town to find the two murals of local firefighters created by Melbourne artist Georgia Goodie.

Where to stay: There are rooms at the Commerical Hotel in town, or you can camp Rupanyup Memorial Park for $10 per night.

It’s just 35km down the road to your next silo

Sheep Hills (2016) – Adnate

Known for his work portraying indigenous people, Melbourne artist Adnate’s mural includes portraits of Wergaia Elder Uncle Ron Marks and Wotjobaluk Elder Aunty Regina Hood and two local children. The mural took 4 weeks to complete

There is not much to see or do in Sheep Hills however nearby is the town of Minyip where the much loved Aussie TV show Flying Doctors was set. In Warracknabeal you will find The Creekside Hotel , the only one in the region with “water views”

Where is it: 325 km north-west of Melbourne

Just 45km along and you will reach Brim

Brim Silos (2015) – Guido Van Helton

The first silo in Victoria portrays a family of local farmers aka the ‘Farmer Quartet’ Van Helton painted these four 30m high silos over a three week period.

Rupanyup, VIC, Australia - November 08, 2017: Painted silos from artist Guido Van Helten, tourist attraction on Hume highway

Things have changed a lot since the completion of the mural for this little town of 100 residents with visitors now stopping by daily to take them in.

There is not a lot to do in the area; the Brim pub is a great place to grab a meal and support the community. You may even get to learn more about the faces on the silo from the friendly locals.

Where to stay : There is a campsite two minutes away from the silo. It costs approx $10 per night with or without power, and there are hot showers.

Next up 27km along the road, you will find Kaff-eine’s silo in Rosebery

Rosebery (2017) – Kaff-eine

Kaff-eine discovered the silo trail while her friend Rone was painting the silo at Lascelles and before long had one of her own to work on

Mural by artist Kaff-eine of farmers at Rosebery

There is not much around this silo, but Horsham, a major centre for the region, is only a few km away

So far only five silo’s on the trail have been painted by women!

45 minutes in the car and you will reach Fintan’s impressive work at Patchewollock.

Patchewollock (2016) – Finan Magee

The 35m tall portrait of local grain farmer Nick ‘Noodle’ Hulland is one of the most popular along the trail. We are scheduled to see this one later in the year but thankfully our good friend Deborah Williams has come to the party and given us her shot to use (Thanks Deb!).

Check out Phil Riggs’s Mallee Hen Sculptures . A visit in spring rewards with beautiful canola crops. October usually sees the Patchewollock Music Festival.

Melbourne artist Rone painted 4th generation farmers Geoff and Merrilyn Horman over a two week period. Stay tuned for this one when we visit in May. We also hope to visit nearby Lake Lascelles, where there is a free camp.

If you want more silos you can head 33km to Sea Lake where you will find a huge new mural by Joel Fergie & Travis Vinson.

The next four silos are located within 30km of each other and you can string them with three more located to the west to cover seven silos in 220km and a great short getaway.

This silo complex was completed in two stages, the first two parts with the first two scenes, a barking owl and a country scene, these working Cylsdales were added a year later.

Just 10km away in Devenish, you will find the next silo

This work commemorates those from the region who have served Australia during the war and includes a WW1 nurse and modern combat medic and a member of the Lighthorse Brigade.

There are two more silos along this part of the trail that we have yet to discover in St James and Tungamah. From here you can head up to the Picola silo before backtracking down to Rochester.

Rochester (2018) – Jimmy D’Vate

The Victorian town of Rochester sits on the banks of the Campaspe River 200km north of Melbourne. The town’s twin silos were painted by Jimmy D’Vate in 2018 and feature images of threatened local wildlife – a squirrel glider and an azure kingfisher.

The silos are on Ramsey Street in the middle of town; there is plenty of parking for people visiting with a van in tow. Rochester is a lovely looking town with plenty of parklands surrounded by heritage buildings. From the silos, you can’t miss the imposing Shamrock Hotel; it’s a great place for lunch and they also have accommodation.

Echuca is less than 30 minutes from Rochester, and there is a lot to do there. Explore the historic wharf area, go on a paddleboat ride or check out the National Holden Motor Museum. There are some great little towns around Rochester too. If you like the idea of a retro ice-cream bar visit Ciurleo’s in nearby Lockington.

The Gunbower National Park is less than one hour from Rochester. We spent half a day driving and walking around the wetlands and it is at the top of the list to go back with kayaks and camp there for a while. The scenery and wildlife in the park are wonderful.

Where to stay : There are plenty of caravan parks and Airbnb options around Echuca. We stayed at the Moama Riverside Holiday Park and had a relaxing time there. There are sites right on the river; it’s a beautiful spot.

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You will find the final silo in this section at Colbinabbin, a two-hour drive from Melbourne.

As of Feb 2021, there are nine silos in South Australia. The first was painted in 2017 by Guido Van Helton and can be found in Coonalpyn. The most recent was unveiled at Farrell Flat in October 2020. There are five water towers that you will find more about here . We have not seen any of the SA silos but have a trip planned for later this year.

Coonalpyn (2017) – Guido van Helten

Guido painted 5 local children over a one month period on these operational 30m high grain silos. The result – three new businesses and a steady supply of tourists.

Take a walk through town to explore more that has been installed since the Silo success. Get something to munch on from Waffles and Jaffles .

Where to stay : The pub in town is your best option if you want to stay the night

Wirrabara (2018) – Smug

The sleepy little town of Wirrabara in South Australia’s mid-north was just another bunch of buildings on the highway before their amazing silo art appeared in October 2018.

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It took prolific, Australian-born street artist Smug three weeks to paint his first set of silos. The mural is 28m high and shows a woodcutter and a gorgeous little red robin. The theme and trees in the background and a tribute to the nearby Wirrabara Forest. Unlike other silos that used a local as the model, Wirrabara chose not to use a local as the face of their artwork.

When in Wirrabara, take advantage of that nearby forest for some hiking or pack a picnic for a relaxed lunch amongst the trees. If you happen to be in Wirrabara on the third Sunday of the month, enjoy browsing through the local produces markets and pick up some local produce and crafts. Where : Wirrabara is about one hour from the Clare Valley in one direction and even closer to the Southern Flinders Ranges in the other direction.

Stay a while: While there is accommodation at the Wirrabara Hotel or the Wirrabara Caravan park, why not enjoy a little luxury at the Wander Inn Wongabirrie, a delightful tiny house in a renovated stone building in the heart of town.

Contributed by Josie from Exploring South Australia

Check out these South Australia Road trips and find the rest of the SA Silos

Western Australia is where it all began, with the very first silo being painted in Northem by Phlegm & HENSE in 2015. There are now six in the state, but it has been a few years since there were any new ones. Looking forward to seeing more in the coming years. There are four water towers in Western Australia.

Northem Silo (2015) – Phlegm & HENSE

You will find the mural that got the whole show on the road is also one of the most colourful. Located in the Avon Valley along the Central Wheatbelt there is plenty to do in the region to keep you busy making the drive a great choice for a getaway.

Silo in NorthamWestern Australia by HENSE and Phlegm

Be sure to drop into the flour mills and see the stunning artwork The Last Swans” by Amok Island and take some time to explore the visitors centre that highlights the post-war migrant history of the region. Finally, don’t miss the Bilya Koort Boodja indigenous centre , where you can learn about the area’s culture and environmental history.

Where to stay: Whitegum Farm is a great choice and only $25 for powered sites. You will find it 20 km east of York.

Just another 160km or so down the road you will find Merredin and a silo by artist Kyle Hudges-Odgers.

Newdegate Silo (2018) – Brenton See

Featuring native Western Australia wildlife, the public silos in Newdegate were painted by well-known Perth artist Brendon See in June 2018. They feature the Western Bearded Lizard, Mallee Fowl, Thigh Spotted Tree Frog, and Red-tailed Phascogale.

About an hour’s drive to the west sits Lake Grace, one of Australia’s largest salt lakes. Or an hour’s drive southwest brings you to Pingrup.

Don’t miss the famous pink salt lakes and some great walking trails. If you can time your visit with wildflower season, you will be well rewarded. About 50km from town at Lake Grace is the Walker’s Hill Vineyard.

Where to stay: The Caravan Park offers pet-friendly sites.

Contributed by Rhonda from Albom Adventures

Pingrup (2015) – Evoca1

Pingrup’s silo art was completed in 2018 by Miami-based artist Evoca1 and represent a tribute to Western Australia’s farming communities.

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After seeing the silos, be sure to relax with a coffee and a meal at the volunteer-managed co-op Store Cafe 6343.

From here, an hour’s drive west will bring you to Dumbleyoung, where you will find a replica of the Blue Bird, the vessel that broke the water speed record on Lake Dumbleyoung.

Where to stay: The Pingrup Caravan Park is clean and tidy and very affordable.

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Ravensthorpe (2016) – AMOK Island

Taking 31 days to complete this 25m tall silo features the area’s most famous plant Banksia Baxteri. Showing all six stages of the development of the flowers.

If you can time your visit with wildflower season, you will be delighted as the region comes alive with colour between August and October. The Annual Wildflower Show is usually held in early September.

Visit Fitzgerald River National Park , a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, the largest National Park in Western Australia. You might also want to hunt down the Big Lollypop .

Where to stay : Less than 2km from the silo you will find the Green Haven Tourist Park

Albany (2018) – Yok & Sheryo – Seadragon

Albany’s historic port wheat silos were transformed in March 2018 as part of the PUBLIC Silo Trail in WA. The seadragon is the 4 th installment courtesy of FORM, a not-for-profit group looking to beautify and breathe new life into industrial areas of WA’s Wheatbelt.

The eye-catching 35m high seadragon was painted by Brooklyn-based Aussie/Singaporean duo Yok & Sheryo over 17 days. The bright and contemporary design, inspired by the little-known local marine species the Ruby Seadragon has really brightened up an otherwise dull industrial area of the port town, famous for its past whaling history and the historic departure point of troops for World War I.

Throughout Albany, you will also find wonderfully painted Western Power substations as part of the same art project, which has helped to brighten up the city and make for some great drive by fun when exploring Albany on WA’s south coast.

Unlike most of the WA silo installations in quite small country towns, the Albany silos are situated only minutes away from the CBD and the National ANZAC Centre on Mount Clarence, easy to take in as part of a scenic drive around Albany’s historic and sensationally beautiful King George Sound.

Where to stay : You will find plentiful accommodation options in town and in holiday parks spotted along the coast.

Contributed by Keri from Our Globetrotters

While you are in Western Australia don’t miss the street art in Bunbury , south of Perth

There are currently three painted silos in Queensland. The first was completed in 2017 and can be found in Thallon, and the most recent at Three Moon, Monto, in July 2020. Queensland is home to 38 water towers.

Yelarbon (2019) – Brightsiders

Complete your next installment on the Silo art trail and venture into Southern Outback Queensland . You will find the Yelarbon silo, 35 minutes from Goondiwindi, near the NSW border.

This was the 31st Art piece to be entered into the Silo Trail and was created by Jordache Castillejos and Jordon Bruce of Brightsiders, and Steve Falco from Procreative. At 24 metres high, it is a unique construction with two tall and six small silos that were bought to live with 1000 litres of paint in 2019.

The Silo titled “When the rain comes” depicts a young boy cooling off in the nearby Yelarbon Lagoon, with his paper boat set to float across the water. The paper boat was painted from remnants of historical new papers, symbolising the history of the region.

If you have some time, I suggest checking out the Yelarbon Lagoon. With picnic tables and barbecues available, this could be a great “bring your own” lunch stop with a lake view.

Where to stay : The Yelarbon community consists of less than 500 people, and you’ll be able to access some accommodation that suits your budget from camping, motels, and pubs. Alternatively, Goondiwindi is 30 mins to the west and Stanthorpe 1.5 hours towards the east. The silos are on the Highway, and an easy 15 mins stop when passing through.

Contributed by Chris Fry from Aquarius Traveller.

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Silo Art Trail 3-day itinerary

Wimmera Mallee is home to the towering artworks of The Silo Art Trail, a project that transforms disused grain silos into breathtaking pieces of art, each telling the story of the town they’re situated in.

From photo-realistic portraits of local legends to stunning pictures of native flora and fauna, every silo will have you stop and wonder in awe. Not just at the skill of the artists, but also the region’s natural surroundings and deep history that inspired them.

Often referred to as Australia’s largest outdoor gallery, the trail stretches for 200 kilometres and features 13 silo arts. There are also a host of other artworks just waiting to be discovered down the streets and laneways of the towns that dot the region.

This three-day Silo Art Trail road trip itinerary links all 13 artworks, alongside a host of other artworks and activities from sandboarding to aviation museums, and everything you can imagine in between.

Follow the itinerary exactly for a non-stop packed three days or pick and choose what appeals for a slower pace.

Day 1 on the Silo Art Trail itinerary

This is the longest and busiest day of the itinerary, so make sure you fuel up with some coffee and hit the road nice and early to make the most of your day.

Rupanyup Silo Art

Start your Silo Trail in the quaint town of Rupanyup, which means ‘branch hanging over water’ in native Indigenous language. If that summons visions of a relaxed place to enjoy the sunshine and take life at a slower pace, then you won’t be disappointed.

Rupanyup’s Silo Art was created by Russian mural artist Julia Volchkova, who brought to life the town’s love of team sport and the spirit of community. The giant twin solos feature young residents Ebony Baker and Jordan Weidemann, in their netball and Aussie rules uniforms.

Woods Farming and Heritage Museum

After your obligatory silo selfie, head to Woods Museum and discover more about the farming history of the region. There’s a huge collection of stationary engines, tractors, tools and farm memorabilia.

Goodie Firefighter Art

Located on the side of the Old shire office building, 59 Cromie Street, Rupanyup, this piece of artwork was created by Melbourne street artist Georgia Goodie. A tribute to the volunteer firefighters across the region who work so hard to keep the area safe, there is also another mural on Dyer Street, on the side of a fire-damaged house.

Murtoa Stick Shed

A short 11-minute detour from the town centre is Murtoa Stick Shed, the only remaining emergency grain store built during World War II. You don’t need to be a WWII or a farming buff to enjoy this though; the incredible structure is often referred to as the ‘Cathedral of the Wimmera’, and one look at the dramatic, sun-filled interior built from thousands of timber poles, and it’s easy to see why.

Sheep Hills Silo Art

Jump back in the car for a 30-minute picturesque drive to Sheep Hills Silo Art. Designed and painted by Melbourne-based artist, Adnate. The silo art was inspired by the artist’s friendship with the Barengi Gadjin Land Council in northwest Victoria.

As described on the silo trail website, ‘Adnate’s depiction of Wergaia Elder, Uncle Ron Marks, and Wotjobaluk Elder, Aunty Regina Hood, alongside two young children, Savannah Marks and Curtly McDonald celebrates the richness of the area’s Indigenous culture.’

Lunchtime in the pub

You’re spoiled for choice in Warracknabeal with not one, not two, but three pubs to choose from. The Royal Mail Hotel and the Palace Hotel all offer an excellent section of pub-style food and drinks in buildings bursting with history. The Creekside Hotel offers pizzas, salads, and more on the banks of the Yarriambiack Creek.

Wheatland Warehouse second-hand shop

Op shop lovers rejoice! Just 15 minutes drive from the silo art is the Wheatland Warehouse second-hand shop. From second-hand furniture to vintage accessories, you could easily spend a whole afternoon here rediscovering gems of the past.

Brim Silo Art

Another short 15-minute drive and you’ll discover the huge and impressive Brim Silo Art, painted by Australian artist Guido Van Helten. His realistic, photographic-style mural features the faces of farmers, who — although anonymous — symbolise the incredible strength and resilience being a farmer in the harsh Victorian countryside requires.

Reddas Park

This tranquil park, with camping spots available, is the perfect place to stop, stretch your legs, and relax by the water.

Beulah Murals

In the nearby town of Beulah, you’ll discover the Arabian Horse Mural by contemporary Australian artist Kaff-eine. The stunning white horses stand out strikingly against the red bricks, and it’s an absolute must-see whilst travelling the Silo Art Trail. A quick stop at the Beulah Memorial Hall is also worth it. In fact, you’ll have more Instagram content than you’ll know what to do with, thanks to its bright, colourful murals by Kitt Bennett and French artist JAW.

Rosebery Silo Art

Another piece of art by Kaff-eine, for the Rosebery Silo Art, the silo on the left features a young female farmer and the silo on the right shows a contemporary horseman. The murals aim to demonstrate the grit and determination of farmers in the region and their loving relationship with their animals.

Sharp’s Bakery, Birchip

It’s been a big day, but you’re not done yet. That’s why an award-winning vanilla slice and coffee at Sharp’s Bakery in Birchip is a must — giving you the sugar rush you need to power through the last few silos of the day. Make sure you stop and see the Mallee Bull too, a statue of a copper bull in the heart of Birchip.

Mali Heart Street Art Trail

You’ll discover six murals throughout Birchip, part of the Mali Heart Art Trail created during an arts festival in March 2022. All of the artworks are impressive, but one well worth a mention is the collaboration between Birchip P-12 school and Blender Studios. It features depictions of local flora and fauna, hand painted by the children.

Watchem Mini Silo

The street art continues with the Watchem Mini Silo, painted by street artist Matt Adnate and located on Hoban Street. The silo features bright and eye-catching portraits of the late and great local sporting legends, Graeme Lang and Ian McCallum.

The tiny town of Wycheproof, home to the smallest registered mountain in the world. There’s also a great bakery, some good shopping and even a golf course if you want to stop and extend your stay.

Nullawil Silo Art

Artist Sam Bates (AKA Smug) painted the Nullawil Silo Art. Featuring an aussie farmer in a flannel shirt with his best furry friend, the mural is bound to be a hit with dog lovers and everyone else. The photo-like realism of this piece has to be seen to be believed.

Sea Lake Silo Art

The GrainCorp Silos at Sea Lake were painted by Joel Fergie, aka The Zookeeper and Travis Vinson, aka Drapl in 2019. A celebration of the stillness found in outback Victoria, the silos feature a young girl, swinging from a Mallee Eucalyptus, looking over nearby Lake Tyrrell. Created in consultation with The Boorong People, the silo draws on the deep Indigenous history of the local area and the Boorong People’s knowledge of astronomy.

Lake Tyrrell

You’re just a hop, skip and a jump away from the largest inland salt lake in Victoria. Lake Tyrell attracts tourists from all over the world, drawn to the mesmerising scenery, stunning sunrises and sunsets, and breathtaking night skies.

Spend the night in Sea Lake

It’s time to call it a day and spend the night in Sea Lake. With plenty of places to stay from caravan parks to Airbnb’s, relax and enjoy an evening before tackling days 2 and 3 of the Silo Art Trail road trip.

No doubt you’ll be hungry after all your sightseeing, so why not book a table for dinner at the beautifully restored Royal Hotel. Proudly community owned and operated, this is more than just a pub — there’s a great atmosphere and a main bar, sports bar, The Juke restaurant and beer garden areas.

Day 2 on the Silo Art Trail itinerary

Woomelang Mobile Silo Art Trail

A silo art trail, hidden within a silo art trail. A 20-minute drive from Sea Lake is the Woomelang Mobile Silo Art Trail. Grab a map from the general store and while away the morning exploring the seven silos, painted with native flora and fauna including spotted tail quolls and other endangered species. Artists involved in this mini project include Jimmy DVate, Andrew J Bourke and Kaff-eine.

Lascelles Silo Art

Ten minutes away and you’ll be standing in front of the towering Lascelles Silo Art. Painted by Melbourne-based artist‘Rone, the silo features the faces of Geoff and Merrilyn Horman, whose family has lived and farmed in the region for four generations.

Patchewollock Silo Art

Jump back in the car and head 30 minutes down the road to Patchewollock Silo Art, by Brisbane artist Fintan Magee. The silo features local sheep and grain farmer Nick Hulland. According to Mageem the 35-metre tall portrait of the man known as ‘Noodle’ symbolises the no-nonsense, hardworking spirit of the region.

Lunch at Patchewollock Hotel

With a busy afternoon ahead it’s time to stock up on the energy and head to Patchewollock Hotel for some well-earned food and drinks. This local pub does simply yet tasty traditional pub foods that’ll keep you going until dinner.

Sandboarding at Wyperfeld National Park

Fun for all the family, you can’t drive past Wyperfeld National Park without giving sandboarding a go. Head to Snowdrift Picnic and Camping Area. A boogie board is perfect but even a piece of cardboard will work in a pinch.

Albacutya Silo Art

Painted by Melbourne artist Kitt Bennett, this bright and cheerful silo can’t help but make you smile, depicting Kitt’s childhood growing up in the country, exploring the bush and looking for yabbies under rocks in creeks with his parents.

Arkona Silo Art

Another artwork by Sam Bates, AKA Smug, the Arkona Silo Art features a giant, photo-realistic portrait of the late, great, local tennis legend Roley Klinge. Roley passed away in 1991, meaning Smug had to come up with an ingenious way of painting a subject he couldn’t physically meet. You’ll have to see it to believe it.

Spend the night in Dimboola

Dimboola is the perfect place to spend your second night on the Silo Art Trail, with a good selection of shops, cafes, and restaurants. There’s also the famous pink lake if you’re wanting to see nature’s own artistic creations. Choose from a range of accommodation options including the Victoria Hotel (a traditional and historic Aussie pub), motels and cabin, caravan and camping options.

Day 3 on the Silo Art Trail itinerary

Nhill Heritage Aviation Museum

Enjoy an early breakfast in Dimboola before heading to Nhill, a country town 30 minutes away and home to the Nhill Heritage Aviation Museum. Open on a Saturday and a Sunday only, the museum is home to five aircraft and celebrates the town’s 100-year aviation history. During World War II over 10,000 men and women trained at the Nhill RAAF Base.

Kaniva Silo Art

Another 30 minutes west and it’s time for more silo art. Kaniva Silo Art, painted by David Lee Pereira, features a giant and intricate picture of the Australian hobby bird. Surrounded by bright pink and blue flowers, the artwork was based on images provided by local photographer Cindy McDonald.

Sheep Art Trail

The kids will love this one. Grab yourself a map for the Sheep Art Trail in Kaniva and see if you can find all 40+ sheep, painted by local artists and community groups. Each sheep even has a name.

Kaniva Wetlands & Fauna Park playground

This newly upgraded park features a flying fox, play area, exercise equipment, walking tracks, and a free BBQ and picnic area. It’s the perfect place to relax outside and enjoy a picnic lunch.

Plenty of lunchtime options

If a picnic isn’t your thing, there are plenty of options in town. Grab a pizza from Little Guys Pizza or enjoy delicious food at Raine’s Cafe. Community-run Purple Starfish sells all local produce, as well as baked goods and cakes. There’s also the roadhouse, the Commercial Hotel, and Worrys — a gorgeous art store and ice cream shop.

Kaniva Puppet shop

One of only a few puppet shops left operating in Australia, this is a magical place that will be enjoyed by big kids and little kids alike. Puppet demonstrations, a private marionette collection, and impromptu puppet plays are all part of a visit here.

Goroke Silo Art

New Zealand-born artist Geoffrey Carran painted this impressive silo, which now comes alive with giant native birds including the magpie and the kookaburra.

Little Desert Nature Playspace

If you have the kids with you, or your furry friend, this play area and park is the perfect place for a stop to stretch the legs. Why not grab a snack at the Goroke IGA or JM’s Cafe and Takeaway too? You’re nearly at the end of your three-day Silo Art Trail road trip, but there’s still one more piece of art to see before you head home.

Horsham Silo Art

The final piece of art from Sam Bates, AKA Smug, the Horsham Silo Art is titled The Yangga Dyata which means ‘Walking on Country’. The artwork tells the story of Yanggendyinanyuk, who lived a life rich in sporting and leadership achievements.

Final night in Horsham

A lively and vibrant city, Horsham is the perfect place to finish your three-day Silo Art Trail road trip. Dine out in one of the many restaurants, enjoy boutique shopping, and say goodbye in the morning with a delicious coffee and brunch at one of the many cafes available.

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Join Me on a Road Trip as I Visit Painted Silos Around New South Wales’ Silo Art Trail in Australia

Follow me on a road trip with a purpose as I travel the Silo Art Trail in New South Wales. Learn the location of the painted silos, who are the artists, and discover what else you can do in the silo art towns.

Following Silo Art Trails provide a focus for your road trip and is a great way to see rural Australia.

See how grain silos have been transformed into amazing, towering art canvases. Each canvas is unique, with murals reflecting the people, landscape and culture of the communities in which they appear.

I need to admit, I have become somewhat addicted to silo art, having visited the Silo Art Trails in Victoria’s Wimmera Mallee region and North East Victoria .

Silo Art Projects (with the first being completed in 2015) have become a national phenomenon in Australia, appearing in Western Australia, Victoria, New South Wales, South Australia, and Queensland. The silos provide a canvas for artworks that intend to boost tourism revenue in rural communities that have suffered from years of drought and other hardships. The silo murals take an average of six to eight weeks to complete.

Silo Art Locations in New South Wales

At the time of writing, there are eight painted silos in New South Wales. On a recent, extensive road trip through the Central West and Riverina regions of New South Wales, I deliberately made detours to include 5 of the silo artworks – at Murrumburrah, Grenfell, Portland, Dunedoo, and Weethalle.

The Central West region is west of the Blue Mountains, which are west of Sydney, while the Riverina is a region of south-western New South Wales. The painted silos in Murrumburrah, Grenfell, Portland, and Dunedoo are located in Central West New South Wales. The Riverina region is home to Weethalle’s silo art.

A map of a portion of New South Wales showing a route with the locations of 5 painted silos

Map of the painted silos locations I visited on my NSW road trip

Why You Should See the Painted Silos

This is street art at its best.
The murals are painted on an unusual ‘canvas’.
The painted silos are in a public space; in open-air galleries, open 24 hours a day / 7 days a week. And they are free to visit.
It is artwork on a massive scale. How many paintings do you know that require an extended cherry picker to complete?
The murals painted on the silos depict local history and landscapes, giving an insight into the community.
The silos themselves have ‘painted’ Australia’s rural landscape since the 1920s.

Jump straight to a silo art location, including learning about the artist and what else you can do in the silo art town:

While in Murrumburrah

While in grenfell, while in portland, while in dunedoo, while in weethalle, murrumburrah silo art by heesco khosnaran.

Murrumburrah and its twin town, Harden are on Burley Griffin Way. The closest capital city is Canberra. Murrumburrah is approximately equidistant from Canberra, Goulburn, and Wagga Wagga.

I specifically detoured to Murrumburra to see the silo art on my way from Wagga Wagga to Cowra. Wagga Wagga to Murrumburrah Silo Art is 127 kilometres, while Murrumburrah to Cowra is 102 kilometres.

Google maps show the painted silos on Albury Street, Murrumburrah, but the murals face Lyons Street. It is from Lyons Street that you will get the best view of the artworks.

Street parking is available for cars. However, the trees that line Lyons Street make parking difficult for travellers with caravans. So, too, does the 45-degree angle parking on the town’s main street. But Roberts Park on the corner of Neill and Iris Streets may provide a better option for caravaners.

A fenced-off private property stands between the murals and the public, creating a barrier to getting up close to the silos. However, the private property does not impede your view of Murrumburrah’s silo art. There is a short steep incline between the private property’s fencing and the road. To view the silo art, you do need to get to the top of the slope. At times I had to hang onto the fence to keep myself on the incline.

A painting on grain silos of a boy, two ladies and a man holding bags of wheat, and a man ploughing a paddock with 2 horses

Murrumburra Silo Art by Heesco

The murals, completed in February 2021, depict people at work on a farm, reflecting the profound historical significance of the mills to the Harden-Murrumburrah community.

Who is Heesco Khosnaran?

Heesco Khosnaran, originally from Mongolia, is a Melbourne-based professional artist. Although his background is in fine art, illustration, graphic design, and print media, he has extensive experience in large-scale public murals. Heesco has an ever-growing national and international presence.

Heesco painted three of the five silo artworks I visited on my road trip through the Central West and Riverina regions of New South Wales – at Murrumburrah, Grenfell, and Weethalle. By the end of my road trip, I had become quite familiar with his style.

Call into the Visitor Information Centre for the story behind creating the Murrumburrah Silo Art – from the community’s involvement in the design to Heesco’s integration with the townspeople.

Murrumburrah is proud of its history as the birthplace of the Australian Light Horse. Staff at the Visitor Information Centre willingly chat with you about the significance of the town’s Light Horse Memorial, the bronze sculptures, and a horse named ‘Bill the Bastard’.

Murrumburrah is not short on choices for cafes. I had brunch at Barnesstore Emporium and Café at 356 Albury Street. Walking into the café, I thought it was pokey, with minimal seating. However, an opening to the left leads you into a substantial barn-like dining area with a warm ambience. Service was quick and friendly, and the food (poached eggs, bacon and tomato on toast) was excellent. I finished my meal with a coke spider – coca cola with ice cream in it. When I saw the coke spider on the menu, I happily forewent the coffee I thought I needed for the childhood memories this drink brought back for me.

From Murrumburrah, I took Wombat Road to get back on the Olympic Highway for Cowra.

Grenfell Silo Art by Heesco Khosnaran

From Murrumburrah, Grenfell is 83 kilometres. The closest town of note to Grenfell, at a distance of 56 kilometres, is Cowra. Cowra is on the Mid Western Highway, 160 kilometres from Canberra, the closest capital city.

I was staying in Cowra when I took a day trip to see the silo art at Grenfell.

Grenfell’s painted silos are located at 42 West Street, on the corner of South and West Streets. The silos, owned by Grenfell Commodities (a local grain trading business), commissioned Heesco to transform the silos into an impressive outdoor gallery. The artwork was completed in March 2019.

A landscape painting on grain silos of sheep, cattle and native birds. The painting has a mountain range in the background. A truck is receiving grain.

Grenfell Silo Art by Heesco

Painted on a continuous mural, the four concrete silos at Grenfell depict the local farming landscape. The artwork is a compilation of images taken by a local photographer. The Weddin Mountains National Park is shown in the background of the mural.

Parking is not an issue at the Grenfell painted silos, no matter what size your vehicle or caravan. There is space for many visitors at the same time.

Heesco Khosnaran is a Mongolian-born, Melbourne-based artist who also painted the silos at Murrumburrah (above) and Weethalle (below).

A large white obelisk. A tall gum tree, a wooden seat and plaques.

The Henry Lawson Monument in Grenfell shaded by the sugar gum tree planted by Henry’s daughter

Grenfell is proud of its heritage as the birthplace of Henry Lawson, the famous Australian poet and writer of short stories, noted for his realistic portrayals of Australian bush life. Born on the goldfields at Grenfell, Henry Lawson can be seen around town. There is an interactive bust of Henry on Main Street, next to the ambulance station. Push the button and listen to some of Henry’s most famous poems. You can sit next to Henry (bronze statue) on a bench on the corner of Main and Forbes Street. There is a monument, the Henry Lawson Monument, marking the site of his birthplace, just a 2-minute drive from the town centre. A sugar gum tree, planted by Henry’s daughter Bertha in 1924, shades the area.

When I first drove up to the Henry Lawson Monument on Lawson Drive, Grenfell, I wondered why I had bothered because all I could see was a white obelisk. But I am glad I got out of the car for a closer look because the 12 interpretive plaques around the Monument tell the story of Henry’s life, his challenges and achievements, was very interesting. I did not know Henry was deaf!

I would have like to visit Wallangreen Sculpture Garden while in Grenfell, but, unfortunately, it was closed at the time.

Portland Silo Art by Guido van Helten

Portland is located just west of the Blue Mountains, with Lithgow being 25 kilometres to the east. The closest capital city is Sydney, at a distance of 163 kilometres.

I detoured to Portland on my drive from Bathurst to Mudgee. Bathurst to Portland is 49 kilometres, then the drive from Portland to Mudgee was 111 kilometres.

Officially named ‘The Foundations’, Portland’s painted silos are located in the centre of town on Williwa Street, where there is plenty of off-street parking available. The silos are accessible seven days a week, 10.00am to 5.00pm. During these hours, you can walk right up to the silos. When The Foundation’s gates are closed, you can still get a good view of the silos but cannot walk right up to them.

The Portland silos were painted by Guido van Helten, with completion in May 2018.

The Foundations – Portland Silo Art painted by Guido

Portland was the site of Australia’s first cement works and became known as “the Town that built Sydney”. The Cement Works closed in 1991. The figures painted on the silos, five men and one woman, are former workers of Portland Cement Works. Guido immersed himself in the town, the people, their histories, and connections to the Cement Works. Guido’s visits with Portland’s residents and tapping into their memories influenced the design and resulting artwork.

Painting of a the face of an elderly man

Jack Abbot – the face on the Portland silo

Who is Guido van Helten?

Guido is a world-renown Australian street artist. Celebrating everyday characters in forgotten places, Guido’s monochromatic, photorealistic style offers an intimate glimpse into the lives of others. His large-scale portraiture murals are found across the globe throughout Europe, Scandinavia, the United States, and Australia. They tell stories of culture, history, and identity to capture the soul of people and place.

There is no denying the brightly coloured silo artworks have the wow factor. But there is something about Guido’s artwork that draws me in; that makes me stop taking photos to contemplate what I am seeing. For me, he captures the heart and soul of the people he paints. Now, in my opinion, that takes real talent when painting on such a massive scale. You be the judge! I felt the same way about the silos he painted in Brim on the Victorian Silo Art Trail.

Painting on a brick wall of a parrot eating a biscuit, and painting of a dog and a gramophone.

Signs of Yesteryear murals on a building in Portland

Take a walk down memory lane. To be specific, see the Signs of Yesteryear – murals of past advertising signs from historic brand names on the walls along Wolgan Street.

I recommend timing your visit to Portland on the weekend. I drove to Portland on a Wednesday and planned to have brunch in town. The only place open was The Corner Takeaway, where the coffee was undrinkable. The pub has a café, but the pub is only open from Thursday to Sunday. The museum was also closed.

In the yard of The Foundations, next to the painted silos, I could see some rusty iron sculptures. A Google search tells me these are the works of Harrie Fasher, the permanent Artist in Residence. I would have loved a closer look but was told at the café that the yard is only open to the public on the weekend.

From Portland, I continued my drive to Mudgee, where I stayed for six nights.

Dunedoo Silo Art by Peter Mortimore

Dunedoo, in Central West New South Wales, is 77 kilometres north of Mudgee and 97 kilometres northeast of Dubbo. From Mudgee, I was staying the night in Dubbo at Zoofari Lodge, Taronga Western Plains Zoo. My detour to see the painted silos at Dunedoo only added 41 kilometres to my trip, as Mudgee to Dubbo, without the detour, is 133 kilometres.

Dunedoo’s painted silos are in the centre of town, on the Castlereagh Highway, shown locally as Bolaro Street. There is generous off-street parking at the silo art. Toilets are available in the parking area.

Painting on silos of a jockey on a horse with the training standing next to the horse

The primary silo artwork honours local hero, champion jockey Hugh Bowman sitting on Winx, the Australian world record winning racehorse Hugh rode to fame. Hugh is shown with his winning, ‘she’s apples’ gesture – thumb and forefinger forming an ‘O’. Also featured in the mural is Winx’s trainer, Chris Waller.

Hugh Bowman was born and grew up in Dunedoo. Chatting to a Dunedoo resident while photographing the painted silos, it was evident she was proud of Hugh and what he has achieved in the world of horseracing. She told me how she remembers Hugh as a 3-year-old learning to ride in the local pony club.

The silo artwork also includes a mural of Dunedoo’s rural landscape, including black swans. The name ‘Dunedoo’ is derived from the Aboriginal Wiradjuri language for ‘black swan’.

What you see today was painted in July and August 2020. The artwork is yet to be completed.

Who is Peter Mortimore?

Peter is a self-taught Australian artist known for his Equine Art and ‘rural realism’ style. He has held successful exhibitions in Australia and overseas.

The painting of the murals on the Dunedoo silos was Peter’s first Silo Art Project, the first time he had painted anything on such a massive scale. Unlike established street artists, Peter used brushes and rollers rather than spray cans to paint the silo artworks.

Dunedoo’s main street is lined by shops on one side and a narrow parkland, OL Milling Lions Park, on the other side, with the painted silos off to the side of the park. Displayed in Milling Park are several sculptures of local birdlife created from recycled metal and farm machinery parts. According to my local lady, “Sculptures in the Park”, which predates the silo artwork, was designed to get people to stop in the town. The sculpture of the Wedge-Tail Eagle in the photo below against the backdrop of the painted silos was created by Dunedoo Central School’s design and technology students.

A sculpture of a bird made from recycled metal. A painting on grain silos of flying black swans is behind the sculpture.

Sculpture of Wedge-Tailed Eagle in OL Milling Lions Park, Dunedoo with the painted silos a backdrop

A sculpture in a park of a black swan made from recycled metal

Sculptures in the Park: “The Swan” designed and constructed by David Sherlock

After viewing the sculptures, I suggest you grab something to eat from one of the cafés in town and eat at one of the picnic tables in the park.

Weethalle Silo Art by Heesco Khosnaran

I made a deliberate overnight stop in West Wyalong on my way from Forbes to Lockhart to give me time to view the painted silos at Weethalle.

Weethalle is a small farming town in the Riverina Region of New South Wales. It is a 59-kilometre drive from West Wyalong – a round trip of 118 kilometres as I had to return to West Wyalong to continue my journey to Lockhart. However, returning to West Wyalong allowed me to wander around the town; to check out its cafés and historic buildings.

The closest capital city to Weethalle is Canberra in the Australian Capital Territory, approximately 337 kilometres to the southeast.

Weethalle painted silos are on the main road through town, on Railway Street, along the Mid Western Highway. There is plenty of off-street parking at the silo, no matter the size of your vehicle or what you are towing.

Paintings on grain silos of a shearer shearing a sheep and of a farmer looking at his wheat

Weethalle Silo Art by Heesco

Completed in June 2017, the Weethalle silos were the first to be painted in NSW. The mural portrays a shearer, a grain farmer, and sheep up on the balcony. It is a tribute to the rich agricultural heritage of the small community of Weethalle and the surrounding communities.

Weethalle Silo Art – sheep on the balcony

Who is Heesco Khosnaran

The Weethalle Silo Art was the third silos painted by Heesco Khosnaran that I visited on my road trip around New South Wales’ Central West and Riverina regions. I was, by now, familiar with his work.

Back in 2017, the Weethalle silos were the tallest ‘canvases’ Heesco had ever painted. He had previously painted on canvases four or five stories tall, but, at 21 metres high, the silos are close to eight stories. Using 200 litres of paint and 300 spray cans (for the finer details), Hessco took two weeks to complete the mural.

Have a meal at the roadhouse Road Kill Grillz at 13-15 Railway Street, Weethalle. I had the Hanky Panky hamburger with beetroot, tomato, onion, lettuce, and sauce. Delicious! Perhaps the best hamburger I have ever had! The coffee was also excellent. Friendly, helpful staff topped off my experience.

Someone at Road Kill Grillz is into boxing as there are posters all around the interior walls.

Painting on a brick wall of a truck with writing around it saying, "Road Kill Grillz Weethalle NSW"

After a drive of 272 kilometres from Weethalle and one more overnight stop, I arrived home safe and sound. And so, my road trip came to an end. I had travelled 2,614 kilometres – through sun, wind and rain, on highways, country roads and dirt roads. I drove through a locust plague, slept in a mouse plague, and navigated flooded roads. I had lunch with a stranger, chatted to locals, slept in a zoo, and visited five incredible painted silos. It was all a great adventure and experience that I will be talking about for a long time to come. One that I encourage you to experience for yourself.

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Comment below to share your thoughts on this blog post. Tell me which silo artwork featured in this post is your favourite. While the brightly coloured murals have that WOW factor, my favourite is the Portland painted silos. The muted tones used by Guido van Helten capture the heart and soul of the people he paints. Do you agree?

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Three silo artworks: one of sheep and cattle in a paddock, another of tow men, and a third of a farmer in a paddock looking at his wheat

To read my other posts on silo art in Australia, open the links below:

UNIQUE SILO ART CELEBRATES LOCAL COMMUNITIES AND FAUNA

THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO ROAD TRIPPING VICTORIA’S SILO ART TRAIL

3 OF THE BEST THINGS TO SEE AND DO IN ROCHESTER

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Day 1 – NSW Silo Art Trail tours take us through some lovely country towns and regional areas, and our 6 day tour from Sydney to Broken Hill includes the Portland silos at the old Cement Factory – beautiful artwork there on the cement works and symbolic of the restoration of the community in Portland exemplified by their site work and the wonderful annual art exhibition.

Moving on beyond Bathurst and the fascinating history of the gold rush and Cobb & Co coaches, then The Dish Exhibition centre at the giant CSIRO operated radiotelescope that brought the 1st moon landing images to Earth. Overnight Parkes

Day 2 – We visi Canowindra and the Museum of Fishes – ancient fish fossils from this area that was once an inland sea. Then Cowra (and railway roundhouse for the keen). Onwards to the popular Grenfell Wheat silos completed in 2019 and then moving to the well-known Weetalle Silos and overnight here for some sunset and early moring light phot shoots

Day 3 – We travel via Weddin Mountains National Park, West Wyalong, Rankin Springs, Balranald to Wentworth for overnight

Day 4 – Wentworth view visit the junction of the Murray and Darling Rivers , Australia’s biggest river system and also visit Wentworth Pioneer Museum with life-size megafauna replicas from the local area including the cuddly 2-metre high Diprotodons. Into the desert and Mungo National Park to explore this ancient lake bed environment. Here the stories of the regions from local Aboriginal guide, and learn of the oldest known ritual burial in the world. Discover the Walls of China and megafauna history of the area, explore the ancient Willandra Lakes and the historic sheep station and large and impressive shearing shed that served the area for around 100 years. Overnight Mungo Lodge, Mungo National Park.

Days 5 – Travel the Darling River via Pooncarie, Menindee and Kinchega National Park . Explore the memorial to Burke & Wills camp on the lake shore, and haven for wetland birds. Into Broken Hill and dinner at famous & delicious Mario’s Palace Hotel (full of murals from Priscilla Queen of the Desert fame) Overnight Broken Hill .

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Australia's largest open-air art gallery is so vast that you'll need a car and a map to explore it. Deep in Victoria's farming country, the Silo Art Trail consists of grain silos adorned with epic portraits, spread across a distance of more than 125 miles.

Rupanyup: embarking on Australia's Silo Art Trail

Sheep Hills and Brim: portraits of a tight-knit community

Rosebery: harsh landscapes, hardy communities, lascelles and patchewollock: the end of the road.

Four hours' drive from Victoria's capital, Melbourne, these old grain silos are a fitting canvas for artwork representing the triumphs and challenges of life in the back of beyond. Standing sentinel over tiny rural communities, the painted silos offer a fascinating insight into small-town Victoria. It's a thoroughly unique Australian road trip.

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Rupanyup: embarking on Australia's Silo Art Trail

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Local sporting heroes on the Rupanyup silo by Julia Volchkova © Nicole Reed

The traffic begins to pick up speed as I drive out of Melbourne. Before long, a lone pie shop and gas station appear – the sum of a town. Crows pick at wallaby carcasses by the side of the road. The sky hangs heavy and velvet, like a theatre curtain.

My first stop is Rupanyup, home to the southernmost work in the Silo Art Trail . A black-and-white mural of two local sporting heroes is emblazoned across a huge grain silo. Painted by Russian artist Julia Volchkova in 2017, each figure has an enigmatic gaze.

There's not a great deal for them to gaze upon in Rupanyup, with a population of 344. Boasting ideal soil conditions in which to grow chickpeas and lentils, Rupanyup bills itself as 'A town with pulse'. When I ask a local in the general store if there's a good place in town to stay the night, he replies with a familiar Aussie refrain – "Yeah, nah" – and urges me to drive on.

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Indigenous people by Adnate © Nicole Reed

Some 30km beyond Rupanyup is Sheep Hills, a remote trading post that became a township when the railway arrived in 1886. Tucked away from the main road is the Silo Art Trail's most dazzling piece of work, a violet-flecked group portrait of generations of local indigenous people.

Forty minutes further north, past Warracknabeal (claim to fame: birthplace of Nick Cave) is Brim (claim to fame: a million-dollar bale of fine wool). The township's name comes from the aboriginal word for 'spring', and it's also the source of the trail, the place where the first artwork sprang up. A local community group had become concerned that their decommissioned silo, which dates to 1938, was becoming an eyesore, so they were seeking a way to beautify the space.

"Their thinking was a nice garden in front of it," explains Shaun Hossack, originator of the Silo Art Trail concept. "But we took that a whole lot further with the now famous Brim artwork by Guido Van Helten."

Renowned street artist Van Helten covered the silo with a sepia portrait of generations of Brim locals, which blends harmoniously with the dun-brown landscape. Thanks to solar lighting, it's also the only silo you can view at night.

"We wanted to create work about people, for the people," elaborates Shaun. "Farming is tough sometimes and we wanted to reflect the strong character of the people that engage with this form of work as a living."

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Farmers and livestock by Kaff-eine in Rosebery © Nicole Reed

Country grit and determination also emanate from an artwork 23km north, in Rosebery, depicting a man and a woman with their livestock. The woman has a confident stance, and meets the viewer's gaze.

"I wanted to reflect what I saw happening in the area," explains the artist Kaff-eine . "Female farmers, even very young ones, were confidently and passionately taking the reins in family farms and running the enterprises on their own."

Meanwhile, the male figure is in a relaxed pose, almost nuzzling his horse.

"I wanted to paint the type of outback masculinity that I feel should be championed," he continues. "The generous, secure masculinity which allows for gentleness, genuine relationships, quiet and introspection."

There's a lot of life in this pocket-sized township (population 100), largely thanks to the multipurpose cafe, gallery and venue known as Mallee Sunsets, which occupies a timber church built in 1920. Maxine Mitchell has owned this building for almost two decades, having rescued it from dereliction. She chuckles as we discuss the impending 20-year anniversary of Mallee Sunsets.

"I'm hoping to make it to 2020," Maxine laughs. Will she be popping some champagne?

"I'll have a sausage sizzle," she replies. Spoken like a true Aussie.

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Artist Fintan McGee's Patchewollock mural © Nicole Reed

My car's fuel gauge is dipping lower as I drive out of Rosebery, but I pay it no mind. My trusty online map has flagged up a number of fuel outposts, so I speed ahead to Lascelles and its double-barrelled silo. Melbourne street artist Rone sought out people who had lived their whole lives in Lascelles, and found inspiration in the merry-faced Geoff and Merrilyn Horman. Their faces, bleached by the sun, now smile gently down on Lascelles.

30 miles further on, Patchewollock takes its name from aboriginal word 'wallah' meaning 'porcupine grass' – something like tumbleweed, somewhat fitting for this lonely place. Standing tall in technicolour is artist Fintan McGee's mural, a portrait of a local farmer with hay-coloured hair set against a periwinkle-blue sky.

I pull up by Patchewollock's sole fuel outfit and general store, where a hand-written sign urges me to call one of two mobile phone numbers. No-one's around. As I ponder a long night in Patchewollock, a lady rushes to my aid, advising that I'll likely make it to the town of Speed, just 12 miles away.

"I'll follow you with my jerry-can," she says, eager to help a stranger whose car is at risk of clapping out on a dusty country road.

The presence of my jerry-can-toting guardian angel acts as a talisman and I reach the Speed petrol station without issue. As she pulls away, she calls out, "Watch out for the emus". The buzz of the petrol pump at my hand, I ponder at how much, in this unforgiving landscape, one is totally reliant on human kindness.

My car kicks up a flare of ochre-coloured dust as I begin the drive back south. The road slices through clusters of silver gum trees, passing a few silos that are unadorned: they seem like blank canvases. With so many stories out here in Victoria's countryside, it can't be long before they, too, are given tales to tell.

Top image: Brim locals by artist Van Helten © Nicole Reed

Anita is an editor and writer based in California. British by birth, Polish at heart, Aussie by marriage and French by sheer obsession, Anita writes about inspiring people, places and technology. When she isn't researching Central and Eastern Europe, interviewing wine makers or editing copy, Anita is thundering down ski slopes. Follow her @lunarsynthesis on Twitter and Instagram .

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The Australian Silo Art Trail: The Ultimate Guide

Here at Hema Maps, we love sending Aussies off on fresh new adventures, whether that be on challenging 4WD tracks or stunning holiday destinations. Australia is as beautiful as it is large, and some of the best sights to see have been captured magnificently on the larger-than-life murals decorating silos in rural towns around the country.

And to help Aussies plan their next art-filled road trip, The Australian Silo Art Trail has created The Ultimate Guide 2023 , a comprehensive guide of all the silo art and water tower locations around Australia in one spiral-bound coffee table book.

The Australian Silo Art Trail

As many postcards and holiday social media pics from adventurous Aussies will attest, the silo art mural phenomenon has been steadily spreading around the country. The first silos were painted in Northam, WA, in March 2015 with the aim to bring art to a rural community. And since then, plenty of others have joined it, all united by the desire to bring beauty to Australia’s rural communities and renew appreciation and perceptions of these rural towns.

But while these stunning artworks continued to spring up in Australia's vast landscapes, there was no single resource for travellers to find information about the silos and their locations. Thus, the idea of The Australian Silo Art Trail (ASAT) was born. Founder Annette Green and her husband Eric were two such travellers who attempted a self-guided silo art road trip around Australia, only to realise there was no straightforward way to plan this journey. Seeking a way to solve the issue, Annette created a Facebook page for travellers to share information, and then launched the official ASAT website in 2019.

The ASAT website and accompanying printed guides provide just what Annette and Eric were missing — a single location where all the completed silo artworks and other large murals are listed so as to easily plan a road trip to visit them.

The Ultimate Guide 2023

The Ultimate Guide 2023 was developed over five years by the ASAT team, who were driven to curate the largest art trail in the world. The souvenir coffee table book spans almost 230 pages and features stunning high-quality photographs of the 55 silo art locations (which were completed at the book’s time of printing) and more than 150 water tower artworks.

The guide is separated into the six states that currently feature painted silo art (New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia, Queensland, Western Australia and Tasmania), so readers can easily find the sites that will correspond with their road trip. Within each state section there are specific regional trails — a total of 13 throughout the book — which cover more than 10,000km throughout Australia.

At the beginning of each regional trail section, the silo art and other points of interest (such as painted water tanks and buildings and artistic sculptures) are listed alongside a map featuring the corresponding town locations.

One important thing to note about the regional trails is that the locations are listed in alphabetical order rather than a specific route to follow. The map comes in handy here — readers can use it as a visual aid to choose the best first stop depending on which direction they are coming from, making the travel experience unique to each adventurer.

The opening of each regional trail also features a quick reference guide for the artist’s name and the date of when the mural was completed, as well as ASAT’s ‘Travellers Tips’. These tips are unique for every region and include recommendations for caravan parks to utilise in the area when visiting the silos, some helpful or insightful information about the town and even advice on the access road to the silo.

Each painted silo has a page dedicated to it, featuring a large reference photo, information for locating the silo (the address, GPS coordinates and a zoomed-in map) and more detailed information about the artwork and the artist/s who created it. The points of interest to visit in that region are also given a similar but shorter explanation.

One other fun element of the guide is the quiz questions that pop up throughout the book to test how much you’ve been paying attention.

The Ultimate Guide can be purchased online via the Hema Maps store for $89, and makes for the perfect road trip companion or coffee table inspiration while planning your next art-filled adventure around Australia.

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Echuca Moama Silo Art Trail

Explore Victoria's silo art in Echuca Moama & District

Total driving time, excluding stops, is approximately 3.5-4 hours.

Echuca Moama & District is home to many of Victoria's silo and water tank art installations.

Watch the video, download the map , and follow the trail below. Explore the many art and cultural attractions along the way.

Allow a full day to explore the Silo Art Trail itinerary below. Stopping for lunch at a winery or break it up into two half-day drives.

Echuca Moama District Tourism Silo art trail

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Approx. 25 mins drive

Travel to Rochester to view the Rochester GrainCorp Silos , which were the first art silos painted in the Echuca Moama region. Artist, Jimmy Dvate, completed the first two silos in 2018, which feature two threatened local species - the azure king fisher and the wrist-winged squirrel glider. A third silo was painted in 2022, featuring a duck-billed platypus. 18 Ramsay St, Rochester

Iddles Lane : Former Victoria Police homicide detective, Ron Iddles, has been commemorated in his hometown of Rochester. The Iddles Lane mural was painted by Tim Bowtell and celebrates the achievements of one of the state’s most respected detectives.

Rochester Mural Park : Located off Moore Street in Rochester, Mural Park features a selection of 2.1m x 4.8m murals created as part of the annual Rochester Mural Festival.

New murals are added each year.

Rochester to Colbinabbin Approx. 25 mins drive

The six-silo art mural in Colbinabbin was painted by Tim Bowtell in 2020, and re-tells significant moments from the town’s history, including its important links to agriculture, community, environment and the construction of the railway. Station St, Colbinabbin.

Feeling peckish?

Stop by the Colbinabbin General Store to pick up a coffee and bite to eat, or for a more hearty meal, head to the recently renovated Colbinabbin Country Hotel.

Colbinabbin to Heathcote Wine Region/Toolleen Approx. 20 mins drive

Famous for its robust shiraz, superb cabernet sauvignon, ancient red cambrian soils and tranquil bush setting, the Heathcote wine region is a prestigious Australian wine region, with a number of wineries located just 15 minutes drive from Colbinabbin.

We highly recommend Tellurian Wines , Peregrine Ridge , and Domaine Asmara in Toolleen; Silver Spoon Estate in Mt Camel; and The Shiraz Republic in Cornella.

Kyabram Water Tank Art, Cnr Drum & Union St Kyabram

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Toolleen to Kyabram (via Stanhope & Girgarre) Approx. 70 mins drive

The Kyabram Art Water Tank , owned by Goulburn Water, is the most recent addition to the Echuca Moama region’s silo art trail, being painted by Jimmy Dvate in January 2021. It features the Kyabram Fauna Park wetlands and some of the wildlife that inhabit them, including the eastern long neck turtle, golden whistler, red-capped robin, yellow crimson rosella, Major-Mitchell’s cockatoo, endangered plains-wanderer, spotted-tail quoll, blue skimmer dragonfly, brolga and a bush tone-curlew. Crn Union & Drum St, Kyabram

Kyabram Town Hall Gallery: Housed in the historic town hall building, the gallery is one of the largest in the region and showcases regional artists, touring exhibitions and a changing exhibition program of vintage clothing.

On the way

Visit Stanhope: call into the Many Makers Gallery; and view the Fonterra Mural, which features thousands of individual photos that create one enchanting artwork. The recently painted Montevideo Maru Mural, by Tim Bowtell, pays tribute to all those who perished in Australia's largest maritime disaster, including three men from Stanhope. 15 mins drive from Kyabram

Visit Girgarre: Explore the Girgarre Sound Walk, a hands-on musical journey through town using repurposed materials to create interactive musical instruments, and take a stroll through Gargarro Botanic Gardens and event space. If you happen to be in town on for the monthly Girgarre Markets , you will be able to meander through the 120 market stalls selling local produce, arts and crafts. 15 mins drive from Kyabram, 8 mins drive from Stanhope

Kyabram to Tongala Approx. 15 mins drive

Visit the small town of Tongala and marvel at the 40+ street murals painted on buildings and fences around the town centre. The Hay Bale Trail also pops up at Christmas and Easter, with local artists and farmers coming together to add even more colour to this artistic town.

Tongala street mural

Picola Art Silo, 25 Moram St Picola

Tongala to Picola Approx. 40 mins drive

Visit the Picola Art Silo , painted by Jimmy Dvate in 2020. It features the culturally significant Barmah National Park and some of the wildlife that calls it home. The silos are still operational and located on private land, however can be viewed from the roadside. 25 Moran St, Picola

Picola to Echuca Moama Approx. 40 mins drive

Return to Echuca Moama and end you day with a food & wine experience at one of our riverside wineries, contemporary restaurants, historic pubs, or relaxed clubs.

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David Maughan’s Les Belle Helen II sculpture in the Moama Botanic Gardens
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Jimmy Dvate’s mural on the side wall of the Gunbower Hotel.

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Ultimate guide to the Silo Art Trail in Victoria (with map)

Silo art has really taken off in Australia. The original Silo Art Trail in Victoria is now one of the most popular road trips in the state. Read on to find out more about this trail, and the vibrant murals breathing life back into tiny regional towns.

A woman stands in front of a towering silo, adorned with the portrait of an older man - the mural is in Lascelles and is part of the silo art trail in Victoria. Find out more about road tripping the Silo Art Trail in Victoria.

While Melbourne is well-known for its street art , many people don’t realise there is equally great art to be found in regional Victoria.

The Silo Art Trail in particular is extraordinary and well worth checking out on any visit to the state.

They’re a melding of history and art, devised to bring tourism to small, regional towns in the area.

And they’ve done just that – international acclaim has brought thousands of travellers flocking to this region of the state, spreading the tourist dollar where it’s most needed.

You can now find these painted silos in several states across Australia – Western Australia, South Australia, Queensland and New South Wales have all jumped on board.

Close up of a painting of a young woman on the Rosebery silo.

The original Silo Art Trail of Victoria

Like Australia’s ‘Big Thing’ statues , these painted silos can brighten up any road trip.

They provide sights to see along the way, as well as a cause to stop in small country towns that you may otherwise miss.

While the online images of the silos are impressive in themselves, they are something that are worth experiencing in the flesh. Like most art, of course!

This guide covers the original silo art trail in the state’s north-west, located in Wimmera Mallee.

There’s now also a second silo trail in Victoria’s north-east .

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You’ll need a car to get out to see the Silo Art Trail. Renting a car is very straightforward in Australia – I’ve done it more times than I can count.

A woman takes a photo of the Sheep Hills silo art, by Adnate.

History of the original Silo Art Trail

There are hundreds of silos littered across regional Australia, some which were built in the 1930s.

Originally used to store grain, abandoned train lines and changes in agricultural practices have forced some to close.

The question then arises – what can then be done with these structures?

Some have been sold to private companies for storage. Others have been turned into telecommunication towers, providing mobile phone reception.

In what may be the most genius idea yet, the town of Mirrool in southern inland NSW has held an annual event since 1992, where there is a competition to boot a footy over the local silo .

Whoever kicks the highest, wins!

And of course, they’ve become blank canvas for artists all over the world to paint large-scale works on their surface.

Close up of the portraits of unknown people on the first silo art in Brim, Victoria.

Where it all began

The silo art trail started in the small town of Brim, in Victoria’s north-west.

GrainCorp, who owns most of the silos in Australia, agreed to allow Brisbane artist Guido van Helten to paint a mural on the 30 metre high decommissioned silos in Brim.

The idea was originally intended to be a small community project, dreamt up by Brim Active Community Group, street art agency Juddy Roller and van Helten.

The mural, depicting four locals (three men and a woman) of unknown identities, were an instant sensation.

While the paintings are impressive and van Helten is beyond talented, it is the melding of everything – the space, the canvas, the backdrop and the sheer size of the artwork that makes them what they are.

As a consequence, in 2016, it was agreed that more silos would be donated by GrainCorp and the trail was born.

The Silo Art Trail today

There are now fourteen scattered across the Wimmera-Mallee region. Alongside Brim, you’ll find them in Patchewollock, Lascelles, Rosebery, Sheep Hills, Rupanyup, Nullawil, Sea Lake, Goroke, Kaniva, Walpeup, Horsham, Arkona and Albacutya.

Two more officially trail murals are planned for Rainbow and Serviceton on the SA/VIC border.

There are also silos in nearby St Arnaud, Avoca and Murtoa, which for some reason aren’t officially part of the trail, but can still be seen as part of this road trip.

Something to note. The silos aren’t a mere hop, skip and a jump from Melbourne.

They’re spaced hours apart and the northernmost painted silo in Patchewollock is about a five hour drive from the city.

The trail being as large as it is now, there’s no way you could see them all in a day trip. However, it does make for an excellent weekend getaway from Melbourne – or a long weekend, if you can wangle it.

Luckily, there’s plenty else to see in this underrated part of Victoria.

A small white town hall, established in 1860.

Originally 200 kilometres, the trail just keeps growing!

If you want to do the trail justice, consider dedicating three or four days to the trip. Stay in the small towns and spread your tourist dollars where they’re most needed.

When I originally saw the silos, I did it over two days, leaving Melbourne at 10am on a Monday and getting back in around 430pm on a Tuesday.

This was when there were only six on the original trail.

It was a very leisurely journey. With two of us driving, we were able to stop whenever we wished, to grab a pie on the road or have a quick poke through any country town that looked interesting.

Consult this map in plotting out your journey along the trail:

This post forms part of my guide to the best places to visit in Victoria . For more, check out this Melbourne itinerary (written by a local) and other unique things to do in the city . Plus here’s my top tips for road tripping in Australia .

Where does the Silo Art Trail start?

Well, it depends where you’re heading from.

The Victorian Silo Art can be started from Melbourne, Horsham, Ballarat or Bendigo .

Alternatively, you can approach the trail from Mildura, starting in Walpeup and working your way down to Horsham.

If you’re coming over the border from South Australia, you’ll hit either Kaniva or Goroke first.

Here are all the silos on the trail, if you were to navigate along the trail from Melbourne.

Horsham Silo Art

The Yangga Dyata, silo art in Horsham by Smug.

With a shiny new piece of art, Horsham is the best place to start your journey along Victoria’s Silo Art Trail.

In the town’s north you’ll find a work by Smug aka Sam Bates, featuring Wotjobaluk Country man Yanggendyinanyuk, alongside his totem, a Gamaty (Black Cockatoo).

The work is called The Yangga Dyata which means ‘Walking on Country’ and is intended as a legacy to Yanggendyinanyuk.

Location: Hazel Street & Wawunna Road, Horsham

Rupanyup Silo Art

A teenage girl playing netball and boy playing AFL are the subjects of this mural.

Artist: Julia Volchkova

Rupanyup’s mural is painted by Russian artist Julia Volchkova, who chose two young sports stars as her models.

Ebony Baker and Jordan Weidemann play netball and AFL respectively and are featured here in their sporting attire.

Unlike the rest of the silos on the trail, Volchkova’s work is painted on two large steel grain silos – however, it doesn’t make it any less impressive than the other taller works.

If you’re keen to stretch your legs, walk through town, following the Chainsaw Art Trail. These are a series of works by artist John Brady, intricately carved by I would guess, chainsaw.

Previously, you could also view a work by Volchkova’s assistant Georgia Goodie on the main strip, but when I was last in town (November 2023) it had been removed.

📌 Location: 1 Gibson Street, Rupanyup

Sheep Hills Silo Art

The colourful Sheep Hills mural, with a cactus in the foreground.

Artist: Adnate

Adnate is a Melbourne-based artist who is known for his work with Aboriginal communities across Australia. His paintings regularly feature members of the Indigenous community and his mural at Sheep Hills is no exception.

It features four Indigenous people (Wergaia Elder, Uncle Ron Marks, and Wotjobaluk Elder, Aunty Regina Hood, Savannah Marks and Curtly McDonald) and the starry sky, which is significant within the local community.

📌 Location: 445 Sheep Hills-Minyip Road, Sheep Hills

Arkona Silo Art

Artist: Sam Bates aka Smug

Head to this small town to see the latest in the Silo Art Trail project.

Smug has painted a fitting and somewhat kooky tribute to local Roley Klinge, which also highlights the importance of tennis in regional communities.

Klinge, a local legend, passed away in 1991. As Smug, who works with photorealism, was unable to photograph him, he came up with another ingenious solution of rendering Klinge onto the tiny town’s grain silo.

Which kinda looks like the cover of a Goosebumps book. I dig it.

📌 Location: 835 Dimboola-Rainbow Rd, Arkona

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Kaniva Silo Art

Artists: David Lee Pereira and Jason Parker

This work joined the trail in 2020.

In it, the two artists have painted a vibrant mural based on nearby Little Desert and its diverse flora and fauna.

The image is of an Australian Hobby (a type of falcon), flying between two colourful orchids.

📌 Location: 31 Progress Street, Kaniva

Goroke Silo Art

Artist: Geoffrey Carran

Birds are a popular theme along the trail.

Artist Geoffrey Carran has painted a mural featuring a kookaburra, galah and magpie, paying tribute to local birdlife.

Quite fitting as the name of this town is the local Aboriginal word for magpie.

📌 Location: Railway St, Goroke

Brim Silo Art

The original mural on the silo art trail, painted by Guido van Helten in 2015. It's a portrait of four unknown locals.

Artist: Guido van Helten

Van Helten’s work is the first of the Silo Art Trail murals, completed back in 2015.

It depicts four members of the local community, although van Helten has kept silent on his model’s identities.

He has stated that he wants the spotlight to stay on the resilience of all members of the small town, who face ongoing hardships such as economic pressure and the devastating effects of climate change.

This mural went on to inspire the original trail (and now other silo art trails) and has become a regional landmark in itself.

📌 Location: 1986 Henty Highway, Brim

Rosebery Silo Art

The beautiful portrait of a young female farmer and an older man sharing a tender moment with his horse.

Artist: Kaff-eine

Kaff-eine completed her mural in late 2017, after assisting Rone with his.

Knowing that her work would be nestled between the monochromatic silos of Brim and Lascelles, Kaff-eine purposefully added colour to her mural, which features a young female farmer on one side and a man in an Akubra having a quiet moment with his horse on the other.

📌 Location: Henty Highway, Rosebery

Albacutya Silo Art

Silo art at Albacutya against vibrant canola fields.

Artist: Kitt Bennett

The brightest silo on the trail is a 2021 addition.

Melbourne artist Kitt Bennett was inspired to create a mural that tells the story of growing up in the country.

The resulting artwork is bright, surreal and somewhat distorted from reality.

📌 Location: Albacutya Road, Rainbow

Walpeup Silo Art

This silo commemorates a 16 year old boy from the town, Harold Thomas Bell (Wickham). Unbeknown to his parents, he lied about his age to sign up for the Light Horse Regiment and was sent overseas to fight in WWI.

The teenager was critically injured in battle and died the next day.

The former town local is commemorated in this vibrant work by artists Julian Clavijo and Camilo Delgado. It features a portrait of the boy, a horse and a galah, set against the backdrop of a brilliant sunset.

📌 Location: 31 Cregan Street, Walpeup

Patchewollock Silo Art

A silo mural featuring a tall, blonde farmer standing next to a tree.

Artist: Fintan Magee

The Patchewollock silo was completed in late 2016 and features local sheep and grain farmer, Nick “Noodle” Hulland.

Magee believed the then 42 year old embodied the typical look of a farmer and so used him as his muse.

Patchewollock has a population of 250 and is 420km north-west of Melbourne, in the Mallee district.

It’s hoped the mural will help slow and perhaps even prevent the decline of the town.

📌 Location: 88 Cummings Road, Patchewollock

Sea Lake Silo Art

Silo art depicting a girl on a swing against pink Lake Tyrrell and a starry night's sky.

Artists: Drapl & The Zookeeper

One of the newer pieces of silo art along the trail can be found in the small town of Sea Lake.

The work of street artists Drapl & The Zookeeper, this vibrantly coloured silo features nearby Lake Tyrrell as its centrepiece. Lake Tyrrell is one of Victoria’s pink salt lakes and its gorgeous.

A young girl swings from the branches of a Mallee Eucalyptus, looking over the lake. A Wedge-tailed eagles soars above her, and nearby, three emus run across the land.

The Boorong People of this area were known to have a strong knowledge of astronomy and a deep connection with the giant salt lake that so beautiful reflects the night sky.

📌 Location: Railway Ave, Sea Lake

Lascelles Silo Art

Close up of the older man on the Lascelles silo.

Artist: Rone

The mural at Lascelles (or “Leigh Sales” as I kept calling it, Australians will get the terrible joke) features Geoff and Merrilyn Horman, whose family has farmed in the area for four generations. A staggering amount of time, one would agree.

I have to say that of all the murals, this one seems to blend in best with its environment.

Lascelles is truly a tiny town, with a population of just 48.

📌 Location: Lascelles Silo Road, Lascelles

Nullawil Silo Art

The silo art in Nullawil, with a steam train passing in front of it.

Artist: Sam Bates aka “Smug”

This addition to the original Silo Art Trail resides in the small town of Nullawil.

This work is by Australian street-artist Smug or Smug One. Smug specialises in photorealism graffiti and is internationally renowned, living in Glasgow, Scotland and working across the world.

This was his second silo art mural (his first is in the town of Wirrabara in SA) and it shows a farmer and his Kelpie. He has now painted several around the country.

The emphasis in this work is on the dog, highlighting the importance of working animals to local farming communities.

This work was completed in July 2019 and I don’t have pictures of it yet, but have plans to get back out there to snap some. Watch this space!

📌 Location: 26 Calder Hwy, Nullawil

Other silos near the trail

Here are a couple of silos in the area you can throw into the mix, which aren’t officially part of the Silo Art Trail.

Artist: Torney

Although not technically part of the trail, this silo art can be seen on the same trip, if you’re feeling particularly ambitious.

Entitled ‘Hope’ the mural is representative of the town’s gold rush history. The local community helped select the design.

A local artist, Torney has several other works located around this town.

📌 Location: 3 McMahon St, St Arnaud

Artist: Smug

The silo art in Murtoa is probably one of my favourites to date.

Smug was apparently inspired by the James Hill taxidermy collection found in the Murtoa Museum.

There are 30 birds can be found on the silo, The unique glowing bird represents the 1 in 30 Australians who suffer from mental health illness.

📌 Location: Soldiers Ave, Murtoa

Silo art in Avoca by Jimmi Buscombe of the endangered barking owl.

Depending on your route home, you may be able to glimpse this work by Warrnambool-based artist Jimmi Buscombe.

It’s of the endangered Barking Owl. And it is unique, in that it glows in the dark.

So, visit after sunset to enjoy it in its full glory.

📌 Location: 2 Station St, Avoca

Planned works for the future

There are plans to incorporate two more silos into the OG Silo Art Trail in Victoria.

One will be located in Serviceton, right near the South Australian/Victorian border. It was initially planned for completion in 2022, but has been delayed.

The town of Rainbow will also feature on the trail, eventually, with its very own silo mural. Likewise, this is still in the works.

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Country Victoria is full of all sorts of interesting things, both natural and man-made.

If you want to make a real trip out of your journey to see the painted silos of Victoria, there are plenty of other sights you can visit along the way.

Little Desert National Park

This park is popular for birdwatching, hiking and four-wheel driving.

Visit in late winter or early spring to see its blossoms and wildflowers.

With accommodation being slim pickings out here, you could choose to camp beside the Barringgi Gadyin, before continuing your journey along the Silo Art Trail.

It’s worth noting the nearby town of Beulah was the setting for Australian movie ‘The Dry’ starring Eric Bana and based on the book by Jane Harper.

Lake Tyrrell

Lake Tyrrell, also known as the “Mirror Lake” is in the state’s north-west, not at all far from the Patchewollock silo. There’s a salty formation on the lake bed, which gives it a reflective surface.

The lake is around 120,000 years old and is part of the Indigenous Boorong clan’s land. It features heavily in their stories and astronomy.

Tyrrell’s name derives from the Aboriginal word Tyrille, which means “space” or “sky”. Very fitting.

It’s pretty amazing to see, to be honest and there was no one around when we visited in the late afternoon, apart from one couple and about ten billion bloody flies.

You can jump on a tour with a local expert , who can lead you to the best places for photographs at sunrise, sunset and for stargazing at night.

Pink Lake at Dimboola, easily found off Western Highway in Victoria.

Pink Lake Dimboola

You can also knock off yet another pink lake during your road trip along the Silo Art Trail.

Dimboola’s Pink Lake (Loch Iel Reserve) is right off the highway, an easy side trip to make after seeing the Arkona silo art, on your way to Kaniva.

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Australian Pinball Museum

The Australian Pinball Museum has got to be one of the coolest hidden gems in Victoria.

It’s located in the town of Nhill and as the name suggests, contains a collection of pinball machines and pinball art.

The museum holds the largest collection of pinball machines in Australia, with games dating back to 1932.

Definitely a place worth dropping into during your road trip.

Murtoa Stick Shed

This heritage-listed shed is the first of its kind to be erected in Victoria.

It was built in the early 1940s for emergency grain store during WWII.

It’s now the last grain stick shed in the country. Very much a unique sight to see while travelling along the Silo Art Trail.

Entry is $10 for adults and it’s open daily from 10am-3pm.

Sovereign Hill, Ballarat

Ballarat is one of the state’s best known towns from the Gold rush era and packs a whole lotta history.

Sovereign Hill is an open-air museum, paying homage to this era of Victoria’s history. It features a replica of a gold mining town, filled with costumed actors and visitors can go panning for gold.

Here are some other things you can get up to in Ballarat .

A slightly frightening giant Koala in the Grampians National Park.

Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park

The Grampians as they’re known (Gariwerd is their Indigenous name), are mountains with waterfalls and hiking trails. They’re a great destination to head to if you fancy a day out in nature.

Victoria’s Silo Art Trail is not far from the Grampians at all. If you were heading out there for more than a weekend, you could easily tack on a day spent tramping along trails and taking in the splendour around you (and bird watching too!).

For more, check out my guide to the best waterfalls in Victoria .

Kryal Castle

Kryal Castle is on the way back from the Silo Art Trail, if you’re heading home via Ballarat.

It’s a replica of a medieval castle. There’s a maze, jousting, a wizard’s workroom, archery, pony rides… enough to keep you busy for at least an afternoon.

You can even spend the night there and I can’t even begin to tell you how much I wish to do this.

↠ Book a ticket in advance to Kyral Castle. Or reserve a room , to spend the night in this medieval museum.

Hepburn Bathhouse

This area is known for its mineral spring water, which you can experience at Hepburn Bathhouse .

The spa consists of two sections. General bathing is available in the two mineral pools within The Bathhouse, which can be accessed for between $37-$47 dollars (for an adult), depending on the time and day.

For an upgraded luxury experience, you can book into The Sanctuary, for $79-$99 per adult.

A great place to soak your muscles after all that time spend in the car!

Here are more things to do in Daylesford and Hepburn Springs .

Where to stay on the Silo Art Trail

Most of the towns that feature silo art are tiny, so they don’t have many accommodation options, if any in most cases.

Sea Lake is an exception, with accommodation springing up thanks to interest in the trail and Lake Tyrrell.

Stay the night at the Royal Hotel Sea Lake (where you can also grab dinner) or Skymirror Villa , a guest house in town.

When I drove the trail, I stayed in Horsham, which is about halfway back to Melbourne from Patchewollock. Check in to Comfort Inn Capital Horsham or Golden Grain Motor Inn .

For something completely different, I recommend spending a night at Yarriambiance . There’s a guest house, two tiny houses and a campsite, located about 25 minutes drive from Horsham.

Should you drive the Silo Art Trail?

In short, (although it’s a long trip) the Silo Art Trail in Victoria is a truly unique thing to do.

Even if you can only squeeze in a handful of silos, it’s well worth the trip.

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Sort your hire car with Rentalcars.com. It’s simple to use and there’s a large selection of cars and providers to choose from.

For more like this, check out my guides to the street art in Adelaide and Perth .

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Hi…just to let you know there are two other silo artworks around Devenish / Goorambat – at Tungamah and St James. Coming from Albury/Wodonga, I did all four in a day trip: Tungamah, to St James to Devenish to Goorambat.

Thanks Joanna! Great timing, I actually saw them a week ago, just haven’t got around to updating this post yet. They’re amazing – I think I like the Tungamah one best, but do have a soft spot for kookaburras.

These silos are amazing! I love the art and scale (plus the blue skies!) I need to add this to the bucket list.

We got very lucky with the weather on both occasions. The sheer scale of them is mind boggling! Hope you get to see them soon.

Great post! Silo art has really taken off to showcase our regional areas. Have you been to Maldon, designated First Notable Town in 1966? Most well-preserved 19th Century Streetscape award. Now a thriving rural farming community and tourist town, close to Castlemaine. Worth checking out!

Thanks Marie! I haven’t, will have to make a visit. I have been to Clunes however and fell in love with its streetscape. So many lovely places to explore in VIC!

Did the Silo Art Trail top to bottom 12th July 2019. On our way up to Sea Lake there was a new one been painted at Nullawill(day 6). It was finished on 19th July

Oooh how exciting! Thanks for the heads up Trev. Will have to get back up there and snap some pics.

Beautiful silos at Rochester just north of Bendigo.

Oh I’ve seen pictures! Need to get up there and see it properly.

Thank you Joanna for making the effort of this post. very informative and helpful.

I am working up a trip for my Probus Club in Ballarat and will include your North east silo trail.

Colbinabbin also have added their silo to the artists brush.

Thanks for the tip, Russell. Just looked it up – what a beauty. Hope to see it in the flesh one day.

can also recommend the Spanner Man , Piccoli’s Spanner Sculptures in Boort if you have the time

Photo by: Peter Ryan

Quirindi silo art - new south wales, artist: peter ryan, location: , quirindi, nsw, proudly owned by: graincorp.

Photos by: Peter Ryan Art & David Deloff Snr

Quirindi Silo Art, Australian Silo Art Trail

The GrainCorp Silos at Quirindi NSW were completed in December 2022 by artist Peter Ryan, who was assisted by Keira Sloetjes and Kate Rutter.

The Story of Quirindi

Translation from kamilaroi: nest in the hills..

The art on the silo tells the story of the past, present and future of the Liverpool Plains region It was inspired by fascinating Aboriginals stories about how certain animals worked with the indigenous community as helpers and protectors.

The northern side of the silo features Yurrandaali, the tree goanna, totem of the Liverpool Plains traditional lands, who is the protector of the lands.

To the right, the grey Bandaarr Kangaroo stands tall it is the knowledge holders and very wise, it would always be on the lookout and would sense any danger or troubles. It is red here to pay homage to Cumbo Gunnerah, also know as Red Cheif, a well-known Kamilaroi leader in this region. If there was trouble, the grey Bandaarr would tell the Tiluwidi Blue Bandaarr, who is the fastest kangaroo and therefore the messenger. It would hop off at great speeds to warn the other animals of the danger.

Murraay-Cockatoo and Gilaa-Galah

The Murraay will go to any tree or bush to clear the dead parts, chewing, breaking branches and pruning them back to help the tree grow. Making sure they are seen and heard by all the birds and animals to show how hard they work.

The Gilaa-Galah is the joker, trickster, the one who doesn't want to do any hard work and will try and trick the Murray into leaving after all the work has been done so they can enjoy the spoils.

They fly around the trees and bushes telling the Murraay that 'danger is coming quick fly away go and hide', the Murraay isn't stupid and never falls for their tricks, they don't believe their stories they' stand proudly on the edge of the trees screaming out to the Gilaa's to go away.

Grey-Yiluwide Blue-Bandaarr Kangaroo

The grey Bandaarr was known as the knowledge holder and very wise, it would always be on the lookout and would sense any danger or troubles. Yiluwindi Blue Bandaarr is the fastest and was the messenger.

If the grey Bandaarr sensed and saw trouble it would tell the Yiluwindi Bandaarr, go warn the other kangaroos, hide trouble is coming. The Yiluwindi Bandaarr would then hop off at great speed to get the message to all the other animals telling them trouble and danger are coming so go and hide.

Gugurrgaagaa-Kookaburra Fishing

The Fishing hunters would go down to the rivers and waterways, looking for the best spots and for the Gugurrgaagaa sitting in the trees overlooking the rivers and waterways.

When they spotted the Gugurrgaagga and it began to sing for them they knew there were fish.

They would fish until they had enough, they would never take more fish then they needed and would always give the Gugurrgaagaa a fish for helping them.

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