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Golden Days of Steiglitz  - part of Australian Heritage Festival  - 26 April 2026 

Steiglitz is a unique remnant of Australia's early goldrush days.  This little town is truly historic - with NO electricity.  Though what it does have is serenity, beauty and a rich history, appreciated by residents, descendants and visitors alike.

The 'Australian Heritage Festival’ sees one of the country's best ‘Living Ghost Towns' spring to life.  For the hills once again ring with music, laughter is shared and good country cooking enjoyed.

This year St. Thomas's Church will host Angela's Art Exhibition, featuring works by a variety of local artists.  There will be various tours (with morning tea options available).  You can explore original goldrush buildings from the 1800's such as St. Paul's.  This picturesque church will house historical displays, all overflowing with family photos, genealogy, and stories detailing life, love & death of women and men on Victorian goldfields.

Or visit Steiglitz Courthouse, and stand in an authentic colonial courtroom (which also has a wheelchair ramp available).  The day's for everyone, so bring the entire family to enjoy the bush setting, rich birdlife, koalas & cute kangaroos (friendly dogs are welcome, as long as on their leash).

The not-for-profit group, the Back to Steiglitz Association, are offering up a spread of great home-cooked foods too (yes, dietary needs can be catered for), at great country prices.  Either follow the delicious smells, or watch out for signs to 'Sugg's', the tiny blacksmith's cottage.  Please note: the town has NO card facilities.  So be sure to bring cash (the nearest ATM is 11 kms away in Meredith).

All public buildings will be open.  Entry is free.  And every cent raised goes directly into the repair & maintenance of all these precious old buildings.

Walking Tours - 

Note - Bookings are Required at $12 per person  Please book online

Meet at the cemetery carpark 10 minutes before the tour starts. Easy walk, uneven ground. A guided tour of the cemetery with stories of those who rest here, a wealth of history to uncover.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM         Walking Tour - Ambling around the Town

Bookings Required: Meet at the front of the Courthouse 10 minutes before the tour starts to register attendance. A guided tour of the township with loads of stories, steeped in the history of this quaint township, once a bustling town of 3000. An easy walk, but lots of undulating and uneven ground, is not suitable for wheelchairs.

01:00 PM - 02:00 PM    Walking Tour - Uncovering the Secrets of Steiglitz Cemetery

Bookings Required: Meet at the cemetery carpark 10 minutes before the tour starts. Easy walk, uneven ground. A guided tour of the cemetery with stories of those who rest here, a wealth of history to uncover.