As one of the most progressive rural towns in the Riverina region in New South Wales, Temora Shire Council is in the process of revitalising its under utilised World War II airport.
Located approximately 80 kilometres north of Wagga Wagga, Canberra is two hours drive to the east, with Griffith a one and a half hour drive to the west.
Temora has a rich aviation history having been home to the No. 10 Elementary Flying Training School established by the Royal Australian Air Force. Since the school closed in 1946, Temora has continued its aviation heritage becoming the preferred airfield for a growing number of sport aviation activities including gliding, parachuting and ultra light aircraft operations.
Council is now redeveloping the airfield into the Temora Aviation Estate. The estate includes 33 residential and commercial lots, the centre of which is the Temora Aviation Museum.
A new runway has been developed as part of this project, allowing for additional museum operations, and opening up the possibility for Boeing 737 size aircraft operating in the region. The $3.8 million runway is 2,040 metres long and 30 metres wide, with 45 metre turning circles at either end.
Council’s Community and Economic Development Officer, Andrew Robbins, said the innovative plan is generating new business, tourism and jobs for the Shire.
“With the inclusion of the newest regional runway in Australia, the Temora Aviation Estate is an exceptional opportunity,” he said. “With direct access to hangers and the runway, the estate offers the highest level of convenience for aviation enthusiasts and their families. Residents can design and build their own home and hanger on lots starting from $65,000. There is also opportunity to run an aviation business from one of the many commercial lots available.”
Temora Aviation Estate’s incorporated museum features exhibition buildings containing display space, theatrette, admission entrance, gift shop, a children’s playground and picnic area, as well as a 1,980 square metre display hangar. All aircraft are housed in this new hangar, with the original hangar now a customised restoration and maintenance facility.
“The museum was completed in 2002 with the housing development now nearing completion,” said Andrew Robbins.
For further information contact Andrew Robbins on (02) 6980 1100.
