BONALBO

The name of this small town (Bonalbo) commemorates the 'bunawblu' or bloodwood trees, which grow in this region, and helped establish the early timber industry. The little town was established in 1910 and as 'The heart of the Upper Clarence', provided services for the surrounding timber, dairying and cattle-grazing industries. As well as small town services, there is a community centre, several old timber churches and a scenic golf course. There are many picnic and camping areas in the adjacent Richmond Ranges.