Tumbulgum

Tumbulgum is a small, peaceful village situated on the bank of the Tweed River was one of the first settlements in the valley. Its name is an aboriginal word meaning 'meeting of the waters' as the Rous River joins the Tweed River here. Tumbulgum was originally a cedar loggers settlement and many of the early buildings were constructed of red cedar and have been gazetted by the National Trust. These days, activity at Tumbulgum centres on the river and hire boats are available for exploring the beautiful Rous River, one of the little known treasures of the Tweed. Bait, tackle fuel and marine facilities are available. The village has a General Store and newsagency. The area's popular watering hole is the historic Tumbulgum Hotel where the food is excellent. The village also features an historic bakery and residence housing antiques and giftware. A tea room occupies part of the old home and there are also tables and chairs outdoors. The pioneers' cemetery near the village has been restored and is well worth a visit as a reminder of the towns history.