The Blind Pig was born from an idea to combine local music, local wines, spirits and beers, and the best of live, local and visiting musicians, into Orange's most fun Venue. We pride ourselves on being the first, and STILL the only venue in the City of Orange to be registered with the "Welcome here" initiative as being a safe place for everybody.

If the image to the right makes you think of the perfect country hotel, then you’re 100% correct. The iconic, centrally located The Metropolitan Hotel Orange has it all – great pub food and drink in a warm and relaxing atmosphere. We can offer you a wide range of local wines, plus 12 draught beers on tap. Upstairs our family friendly, all-seasons Verandah Bistro gives you picturesque views of the historic Town Hall and Holy Trinity Church. Not to mention our extensive and delicious menu , and great selection of local wines. Plus the Verandah Bistro has convenient charge back facilities to our popular Town Square Motel, next door. Comfortable affordable Pub accommodation – we have single double and twin occupancy rooms starting from $60 per night. All rooms have air conditioning, in room TV’s with a communal kitchen and shared bathrooms. For for convenient Orange Pub style accommodation call us at the Town Square Motel on 02 6369 1444 for bookings.

The Zambrero story starts with its Founder, Dr. Sam Prince, one of Australia’s most successful entrepreneurs and philanthropists. Sam started Zambrero in 2005 as a 21-year-old medical student with just $16,000 savings. The brand now has over 230 restaurants globally, and its Plate 4 Plate initiative has generated more than 55 million meals for people in need. The genesis of his idea to start Zambrero came about while he was working part-time at a Mexican restaurant to pay the bills while still a medical student. Sam describes the inception of the brand, “There’s a quote by Steven Spielberg, who said that ‘intuition whispers in your ear it rarely yells.’ And indeed, in my life, intuition was whispering in my ear that Mexican food was just not done well for a long period of time in Australia. And at some point, it started to yell.”

On the picturesque slopes of Mt Canobolas, Borrodell Estate offers a warm welcome at the very heart of NSW cool climate wine region. The absolute best panoramic views of the district provide a breathtaking retreat for you, your friends and family to experience the whole package. Join us for an award winning meal in our beautiful restaurant, Sisters Rock. You may also choose to stay a while in our variety of accommodation choices, from our family and group friendly cottages, or our stunning modern suites, perfect for a romantic getaway for two.

Explore the Heart of Kandos Discover the historic charm of Kandos at the Kandos Hotel, situated in the town’s oldest commercial building. This century-old gem effortlessly combines the charm of yesteryear with contemporary comfort and genuine hospitality. Immerse yourself in the rich history of Kandos while enjoying live music on Saturday nights, a delicious meal at our bistro restaurant, and a drink at our bar. Whether you’re drawn by echoes of the past or want to explore the best of the Mudgee region, the Kandos Hotel provides a uniquely enriching stay in the heart of Kandos. Kandos Hotel Bar and Bistro We’ve just renovated our kitchen and created a new menu with delicious local ingredients. Served fresh with locally sourced ingredients, our meals are sure to delight. Serving lunch and dinner daily, as well as light snacks, we’ve got something to satisfy everyone. Experience a dining experience that is a perfect blend of the Kandos at our restaurant.

THE GLOBE TODAY PUB, RESTAURANT AND HOTEL Beautiful countryside, historic village walks and unlimited access to gourmet food and wine: these are just a few of the charms awaiting visitors to the Globe Hotel in historic Rylstone. Nestled in the celebrated Mudgee Guardian, just 3 hours out of Greater Sydney, Rylstone is a rare colonial treasure. It is one of the oldest villages west of the Great Dividing Range , and the Globe Hotel, which has stood since 1855, is located right at its historic heart. With its close proximity to Mudgee’s celebrated wine region, Dunns Swamp and Wollemi National Park, it has become a hub for foodies, adventurers and those just looking for a country getaway. Guests will stay in one of the hotel’s 14 well-appointed rooms. On cold days, you can curl up by a roaring fire with a glass of local wine and a good book. On warmer days, take a seat in our sunny beer garden and enjoy a fresh-cooked meal from the Shed Bistro. From there the days and nights are yours: take a stroll around town to view its fine stone buildings and heritage walks; wander along the banks of the pretty Cudgegong River on those warm country nights; enjoy the great food and wine on offer on the famous Louee Street; and stop have a yarn with our lovely country locals. Feeling a little more adventurous? Award-winning wineries are just a short drive away, as is the Wollemi National Park. Whether you’re looking for a great meal, a relaxing drink, a place to stay in air conditioned comfort, a place for children to play, or just a fun afternoon in the garden laughing with old and new friends alike, The Globe Hotel, Bar & Bistro has it all.

THE RYLSTONE CLUB….. BY J.W.TINDALE After World War II was finished, the Returned Service Men were invited to join the Rylstone Returned Service League Sub Branch. They held the monthly meetings in the Small Hall at 8 p.m. the first Saturday of the month. It was at one of these meetings that the idea of having their own Club Room was discussed. Several ideas were put to the meeting but no final decision was achieved except that a Committee be formed to seek the possibility of a Club of their own. Six of the new members were selected to form a committee. At that period, Glen Davis Shale Oil was closing and the people were leaving the site. Kerney’s Butchers Shop, opposite the Police Station, was closing so the committee paid the first two weeks rent for this building out of their own pockets We reported back to the RSL Meeting and told them what we had done. It was received with reservation, but the meeting approved of our action and gave us the Green Light to proceed. So now to get some finance: it was decided to have a Wool Drive. We sent out circulars telling people what we had in mind and we would like the Wool growers to donate a Fleece of Wool. It was a success. Some gave several. Mr. R.E Evans of Dabee gave us one hundred pounds which was a lot of money in those days; anyway we sold the wool which was bringing good money then. So now we had the Building and some finance – next, a working bee to convert a Butchers Shop into a Club Room. This completed, we purchased a few simple chairs, a 3/4 size billiard table, A S.H domestic fridge, a six penny S.H poker machine from Randwick Business Men’s Club in Sydney, a dart board, some floor coverings, and small items such as glasses etc.

The Garden Court Motor Inn is a great place to stay overnight in Wellington. The Garden Court offers accommodation with off street parking, swimming pool and a licensed a la carte restaurant. The Motor Inn is situated with easy walking distance of the Macquarie River

Phoebe's Licensed Restaurant is located in Ten Dollar Town Motel offers an extensive a la carte and children's menu plus a wide local wine selection

The Ten Dollar Town Motel is ideal for the single traveler, couples, families of varying sizes plus large coach groups.