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Nhill is a RV Friendly town that offers a variety of accommodation options ideal for both overnight visits and longer stays. The Nhill Holiday Park is set alongside the Nhill Swamp offering the peace and tranquillity of a bush setting, while providing close access to the main township. Modern 2-bedroom and studio cabins offer all the luxuries of home while enjoying the benefits of the picturesque setting. Powered, unpowered and ensuite caravan and camping sites are also available. Motel, pub and AirBnB accommodation are also available, along with an RV campsite a short drive out of town at the Nhill Aerodrome alongside the Nhill Aviation Heritage Centre.
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With a permanent water source, Nhill Lake is a must for those who love fishing, skiing and swimming. It is a great location for canoeing and birdwatching. This man-made lake is part of the Nhill Swamp which turns into an extended wetlands area after significant rain events. There is a barbeque area, a boardwalk with a bird hide leading to Jaypex Park on the Western Highway. The lake is also a short walk from the main shopping area of the town.
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The Nhill Aviation Heritage Centre commemorates Nhill's proud century of aviation. Located at the aerodrome just north of the township, it is a ‘must-see’ for aviation enthusiasts and for those wanting to learn more about Australia's wartime history. The Heritage Centre boasts an Avro Anson, a Wirraway and a Link Trainer flight simulator, all meticulously restored by volunteers. Also on display is a privately owned Tiger Moth, and a 1930's de Soutter. Photos, memorabilia and a Heritage Walk capture life when more than 10,000 RAAF trainees passed through Nhill’s RAAF Base during WW2. Stories of visits from famous aviators and footage of recent Nhill airshows all add to the experience. Group tours can be arranged, and free RV camping is available on site.
Nhill Aviation Heritage Centre
Discover Jaypex Park, a welcoming green space perfect for relaxing, playing, and spending time with family and friends. Set within the heart of the Wimmera region, the park offers open lawns, shady trees, and well-maintained facilities ideal for picnics and casual recreation. Children can enjoy the playground, while visitors appreciate the peaceful atmosphere and easy access for a quick break or longer stay. Whether you're passing through or exploring Nhill, Jaypex Park provides a refreshing stop to unwind and connect with nature. The park also hosts regular events, including the Nhill Park Run course and markets. Also situated in Jaypex Park is the John Shaw Neilson Cottage. This is reconstruction of the two original rooms of the home in which Nhill's resident poet John Shaw Neilson was born. Neilson was one of Australia's great lyric poets who wrote about his life in and around Nhill. The park provides access to Nhill Lake via a boardwalk.
The Nhill Lake area has a network of walking trails to explore the redgum dominated wetland environment. These trails range from a circular walk around the lake, to connecting trails to Victoria Street and through to Jaypex Park via a boardwalk. The boardwalk also leads to a bird hide for those wanting to see and photograph the birdlife that inhabits the Nhill Swamp. To uncover the history of Nhill, take a stroll around the Nhill Heritage Walk. A 20 minute drive south of Nhill will lead you into the Little Desert National Park offering a variety of short and extended walks.
Cycling and Walking Nhill Heritage Walk(PDF, 647KB) Little Desert NP(PDF, 5MB)
The name Nhill comes from a local Wergaia language word Nyall meaning "place of the spirits, signified by mist rising over the water". Nhill swamp was an important corroboree ground and meeting place for local and nearby First Nations groups.
Nhill has a thriving arts community. Gallery Central displays works from local artists as well as travelling exhibitions. There are also a number of artist's galleries to visit. Local theatre company The Piggery Lane Players present an annual performance in the latter half of each year.
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