Art, adventure and golden landscapes

The Spirit of the Land Festival has become one of regional Australia’s most distinctive celebrations of art and community, transforming Lockhart into an outdoor gallery of large-scale sculptures and creative works inspired by rural life.

Spring is also when the Riverina landscape puts on its most spectacular display.

Across Lockhart Shire, rolling paddocks transform into vibrant green and gold as the annual canola season reaches its peak.

The region's expansive farming country provides countless opportunities to admire the brilliant yellow fields that have become synonymous with a Riverina spring.

Visitors travelling through the shire can enjoy stunning rural vistas while exploring its charming towns and natural attractions.

The historic township of Lockhart is a National Trust-classified town, affectionately known as the Verandah Town.

Wide shaded verandahs line the main street, creating a welcoming country atmosphere.

Visitors can admire the striking Lockhart Water Tower Mural, follow the Sculpture and Heritage Trail, and explore the Greens Gunyah Museum and Doris Golder Wool Art Gallery, which celebrate the district's rich pastoral history and artistic heritage.

For those seeking outdoor adventure, spring offers ideal conditions to visit the region's iconic natural attractions.

The Rock Nature Reserve and Kengal Aboriginal Place is one of Lockhart Shire's standout destinations, and the climb to the summit rewards visitors with sweeping views across the surrounding countryside.

The reserve stands alongside Galore Hill Scenic Reserve as one of the region's signature landmarks and a must-see for nature lovers.

A visit would not be complete without experiencing the wider artistic character of the shire.

Lockhart Shire is home to three larger-than-life water tower murals, while attractions such as Pastoral Shadows of Brookong showcase stories of the region's agricultural heritage.

Combined with charming country hospitality, unique heritage towns and memorable landscapes, these experiences create a truly authentic Riverina escape.