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There’s plenty of history and the region’s mediterranean climate

and Italian heritage makes it one of Australia’s top

regional destinations for food and wine lovers.

GRIFFITH IS A MUST STOP DESTINATION FOR TRAVELLERS PLANNING A LAP OF AUSTRALIA OR EVEN

A NORTH/SOUTH EASTERN PILGRIMAGE.

Celebrating our pioneersGriffith’s Pioneer Park Museum lets you step back in time as you enter houses built by pioneers and see some early Australian innovations, such as the world's first self-propelled rice harvester.It’s home to around 40 historic and recreated buildings, furnished with an extensive collection of artefacts from Griffith and the region.Explore Bagtown, the temporary township that was home to construction workers while the Murrumbidgee Irrigation Area's extensive water channels were created, turning desolate plains into productive land.See the “Mallee roller” - fashioned from an old trunk to clear scrub, as well as a variety of vintage ploughs and carriages giving an insight into the hard work required to make a living on the land in those tough early days.Going back even further, scar trees relocated from near Darlington Point show how Aboriginal people created a canoe and coolamons from the trunks of River Red Gums, while an exhibit showing excavations at the site of the Warangesda Mission

reveal how the original inhabitants adapted to European society.A dedicated Italian Museum shows how migrants thrived when they took the opportunity to move to Australia, in some cases bringing only a suitcase of treasured possessions and skills to start new careers.You will be surprised at what you find at Griffith Pioneer Park Museum, allow some time to explore!The city is centrally located

450km north of Melbourne, 570km from Sydney and 350km west of Canberra.

You’ll find it on the Kidman Way touring route and Burley Griffin Way. It’s a short hop from both the busy Sturt and

Newell Highways.

WHERE IS GRIFFITH?

Can’t go past Griffith

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The main street is dominated by Italian cafes serving great coffee, pizza, gnocchi and homemade

gelato. It’s a foodies’ delight.

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It’s a lovely country retail strip with gorgeous frock salons and shoe shops, giftware, bakeries, toys,

specialist children’s clothes, barbers, chemists,

salons and more.

There’s flying foxes, a splash-park and the tallest climbing

frame in the southern hemisphere. All

combine to make this a fabulous playground.

Seven granite sculptures were

created in 2016 by international artists

as a lasting legacy to Griffith’s 100 years of

progress.

Visit the cellar doors and discover the wonderful

wines of the region. Sample delightful Italian varieties, Pinot Grigio,

Vermentino, Sangiovese and Montepulciano.

Altina Wildlife Park is a wonderful safari

park offering two personalised tours per day with the keepers (bookings essential).

at the Pioneer Park Museum. Allow a

few hours to explore the 40 buildings and

various exhibits in the quaint historic

village.

at Cocoparra National Park – just 20 minutes from Griffith it’s a great

place to birdwatch, bushwalk or relax with a

picnic.

at Hermit’s Cave Lookout. Discover the story of Valeri

Ricetti, a hermit who made the rocky

escarpment his home for many years.

Take an agricultural tour, learn about the

Murrumbidgee Irrigation Area’s rich farming heritage – visit Southern Cotton gin, Catania Fruit Salad Farm or book a tour with a local

guide (Bella Vita Tours, Griffith Tours).

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Griffith’s wedding dressmaker

Ada Cummings was a pioneering woman in business, running a store at Bagtown and then in Griffith. It is estimated that at the peak of her trade she made 90 per cent of the wedding dresses worn at local ceremonies during the 1920s.Griffith Pioneer Park Museum pays tribute to Mrs Cummings with a replica of her first store, which was built based on the recollection of her son Stan.Ada Cummings arrived at Bagtown with two children in 1916. Stan would later recall he had his first ride in a motor car that day, when Micky Cush drove them in his Model T-Ford from the train station in Willbriggie.The family had not seen husband

and father William Cummings for a year, since he found work with the Water Conservation and Irrigation Commission in 1915.

Stan recalled that his mother Ada saw the front window of the house they were to live in and thought it would make a little shop. Fifty pounds worth of stock was ordered from Melbourne, taking three weeks to arrive via Cootamundra and Temora.

The opening of the Bagtown store saw the building packed with customers, as women had previously relied on the two general stores for their requirements.

William Cummings would build the shop that was located in Griffith's Banna Avenue in 1920. This shop was enlarged in 1922 to accommodate fitting and dressmaking rooms.

INGREDIENTS

Pappardelle:500g spelt flour500g semolina

10 eggs15g salt

Ragu:1 lamb shoulder, largely diced150g pancetta, finely chopped

1 large red onion, finely diced1kg tinned tomatoes

100ml olive oil1 rosemary sprig200ml red wine

1 piece pecorino rind200g pecorino, freshly gratedSalt and pepper, to season

METHOD1. To make the pasta, mix the flour, semolina and

salt until well combined. 2. Add eggs and knead until a firm smooth dough, wrap in cling wrap and rest for half an hour.

3. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan over low heat, sweat the onion and pancetta in oil until the

onion is very soft.4. Increase the heat and add lamb to

brown the meat all over.5. Add the red wine and reduce the liquid by half.

6. Add the tomatoes and pecorino rind, then season to taste.

7. Turn the heat to low, place a lid on the pot and leave to simmer slowly

until the lamb is tender. 8. Add the rosemary.

9. While the ragu is cooking, roll out the pasta to the thinnest setting on your pasta machine

(always start at the thickest) and then cut into thick ribbons.

10. Cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water, then combine with the ragu.

11. Finish with grated pecorino, buon appetito!

SERVES 8

SPELT FLOUR PAPPARDELLE WITH LAMB SHOULDER,

PANCETTA & PECORINO RAGU

Remembering Ada

13-17 April :: Griffith Easter Party 8-21 October :: Griffith Citrus Sculptures

13-16 October :: Festival of Gardens 14 October :: Multicultural Festival

October 2017 :: Taste Griffith

festivals & eventswhen to come

RECIPE BY BEN DI ROSA, ZECCA HANDMADE ITALIAN

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The foodie scene is delightful, with 60 per cent of the population claiming Italian heritage, the cafes are dominated by good Italian eateries, visit these restaurants to discover the city’s most influential culture.

ZECCAIt’s the Italian word for mint – as in where money is created. A perfect name for this classic Italian eatery in an art deco building formerly the local branch of the Rural Bank. There’s an open kitchen and central bar, serving delicious handmade food with locally sourced seasonal ingredients. Zecca was the dream of well-travelled friends Daniel, Ben and Michaela, who returned to Griffith to open their dream restaurant serving rustic and regional Italian dishes. The wine list features local Italian wines.

LA SCALAA Griffith institution: this family owned and run business has been serving Griffith locals and

weary travellers for more than 30 years. The service is friendly, the décor traditional, the meals are hearty and the scaloppine delicious!

VITA’S Located in the historic Mona Cafe in the heart of town, Vita’s has been serving authentic Italian cuisine for more than 15 years. This is a great place to share bowls of gnocchi and pasta with friends and family. Be sure to also try the rocket topper.

MIEI AMICIAlways a hive of activity, this cafe is a regular coffee spot with the locals. Good spot for lunch, fresh juice and smoothies or coffee and delicious homemade treats – try the lemon ricotta cake!

LA PICCOLA GROSSERIA & ITALIAN DELIA family business which specialises in imported cheese, salami and other deli delights. Pop in for an authentic Italian deli experience and pick up a freshly made roll and coffee or Chinotto.

Griffith, the agricultural powerhouse of the

Riverina is a cosmopolitan city with plenty of appeal. Mid-week the main street is buzzing with colour and activity, people shopping,

lunching or grabbing coffee with friends.

A taste of Italy

RECIPE BY BEN DI ROSA, ZECCA HANDMADE ITALIAN