A slow guide to Orange

Pull up a chair and discover our favourite local corners of Orange. No digital noise or paid-for algorithms – just an unhurried collection of the people, spaces, and quiet moments that make our regional community home.

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Where to get a bite or grab a drink

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Provence Boulangerie, Orange

A French‑leaning bakery with a steady local following and a window full of pastries that stop you in your tracks.

Spilt Milk Bar, Orange

A humming gelato bar in Orange – bright, lively, and packed from the moment it opens. Hear from owner, Sarah…

Things to do and hidden gems

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Sofala Village, Sofala

Sofala has that scruffy, gold-rush charm that feels different the moment you roll in. It’s warm, a bit weird, and perfect for a slow Sunday.

The Corner Store Gallery, Orange

The Corner Store Gallery is warm, beautifully curated and deeply connected to the Orange community.

Lake Canobolas, Orange

An easy local spot for a slow lap, a sit by the water or a simple drive‑in break. Close to Orange, calm, and great for when you just need some quiet.

Mount Canobolas, Orange

Mount Canobolas is familiar, close to home, and worth hearing about from a woman who’s spent time on the track.

Spilt Milk Bar, Orange

A humming gelato bar in Orange – bright, lively, and packed from the moment it opens. Hear from owner, Sarah…

ImmerCity VR, Orange

ImmerCity VR in Orange is one of those places that flips your expectations the second you step inside.

Local makers, boutiques and creative spaces

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The Corner Store Gallery, Orange

The Corner Store Gallery is warm, beautifully curated and deeply connected to the Orange community.

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