Moree Artesian Aquatic Complex (MAAC)
Moree is renowned as the Spa Capital of Australia. Moree Artesian Aquatics Complex (Spa Baths) is Moree's major tourist attraction.
Relax and rejuvenate in an ambience created by nature at Moree's original artesian baths. Surrounded by soothing mineral-rich water, feel the luxury of constantly flowing, naturally filtered water as you make new friends in this tranquil environment. It's like nothing you've ever experienced!
Moree Artesian Aquatics Centre (MAAC) is located on the corner of Gosport and Anne Street. The MAAC received a $7 million re-development in 2011-2012 and now houses a range of pools for the public.
The beautifully renovated outdoor facility boasts a brand new FINA standard Olympic pool, two Hot Artesian Pools which are both naturally heated to temperatures between 38 - 40 degrees Celsius, a program pool which is heated to 30 degrees Celsius.
A spectacular feature of the Moree Artesian Aquatic Centre is the hydrotherapy and splash pad areas for the littlies, and a 10m high waterslide for all who are young at heart.(Patrons will have to check with the centre for opening hours of the waterslide as it is only operation during certain times of the day and week.)
Newly developed features of the Moree Artesian Aquatic Centre include Fitness & Wellness areas. The Fitness area boasts a 150m square Gym comprising cardiovascular, free weights and pin-loaded equipment. While the Wellness area provides more of a private soak along with a sauna and 8 treatment rooms.
Agri Tours
Every season brings something new to see and do in Moree and the surrounding area. You can learn how to grow a pair of jeans on one of our fantastic cotton gin and farm tour or experience the beauty of the largest pecan plantation in the Southern Hemisphere. Moree Agri Tours showcase two of Moree's significant agricultural crops and the value that they add to the community.
O'Dempsey's Guided Tours offers three seasonal tours, all which offer a courtesy pick up and return service to any accommodation house or destination in Moree.
1) Pecan Nut Farm & Town Tour ( All year round) 3 hour tour
Featuring 'Trawalla' the largest Pecan Nut Plantation in the Southern Hemisphere. The tour provides visitors with the opportunity to taste-test pecan nuts and enjoy a cuppa and a piece of Pecan Slice. Upon returning to Moree, the tour includes a Moree Township familiarisation.
2) Cotton Farm, Cotton Gin & Town Tour (seasonal) 3 hour tour
View an operational cotton farm where the cotton is harvested and packed into modules ready for transportation to the Gins. Travel then to the Gin to observe the ginning process. This tour also includes a Moree Township familiarisation.
3) Lightning Ridge Tour (seasonal) Full day tour
The Ridge is famous for Black Opals and is recognised worldwide as the largest source of quality opals. Explore the various mines and opal fields and maybe purchase some fine black opals. Lunch is not included in the tour, however, it may be purchased at Lightning Ridge.
Fishing
Moree is renowned for excellent fishing opportunities with 2 of the major waterways within 25 minutes of town. Snag a Golden Perch or maybe a Murray Cod, Silver Bream, Red Fin or an Eel-tailed Catfish in the brilliantly productive waters inand around Moree. If crustaceans are more your style, throw in a Yabbie trap and hope to catch some sweet, succulent yabbies for tea!
As a hub of the Gwydir Delta waterways, Moree Plains is renowned for excellent fishing opportunities. And with two of the major waterways within 25 minutes of town, fishing is an easily accessible, relaxing and enjoyable way to spend a day...or weekend!
For bait, rods, reels and local tips on where to find the perfect spot to throw in a line, visit one of the outdoors and fishing shops located in town.
NOTE: NSW Fishing Regulations do apply to licensing, bag limits and fish sizes.
Shopping
Moree Plains retailers provide a range of speciality boutique stores as well as nationally & locally owned & operated department stores. Scattered throughout our shire are retail outlets displaying & selling unique regional produce.
Moree offers a superb selection of clothing, shoes, jewellery, homewares, sporting equipment & merchandise, art & much more.
Convenient parking, friendly service & quality products ensure your Moree shopping experience is a positive & memorable occasion.
Moree Plains Gallery
The Moree Plains Gallery provides a rich cultural and educational experience for the people of Moree and the north-west of New South Wales.
The Gallery is housed in the former CBC Bank and manager's residence, one of the most important historic buildings in Moree. Notable architect P.E. Ranclaud designed the building, which was completed in 1910.
In 1985 a plan was developed to transform the building, then unoccupied, into a Gallery. In November 1988 the Gallery was officially opened by then Premier, the Hon. Nick Greiner, MP.
To foster the exhibition and promotion of local indigenous art, the Gallery dedicates a key exhibition space to showing the work of the region's Kamilaroi people.
The Gallery has a broad permanent collection, focusing on emerging Kamilaroi artists and including works by other Australian artists such as Margaret Adams, Bronwyn Bancroft, John Caldwell, Captain Frank Hurley, Ken Johnson, Aarone Raymond Meeks, Trevor Nickolls, Michael Riley, Maxie Tjampijinpa, Harry J Wedge and John A Williams.
The annual program includes various touring exhibitions and displays of works from the permanent collection. Other cultural events include lectures, piano recitals, choral performances, film evenings and art workshops.
The Gallery serves people from all backgrounds, but focuses especially on local indigenous people by assisting artists to promote their work and by fostering Kamilaroi culture.