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Billyrimba, NSW
Peter Allen Motor Inn sits in Billyrimba, a rural locality on the outskirts of Tenterfield in northern New South Wales. Named after the celebrated Australian entertainer who grew up in Tenterfield, this motor inn serves travellers moving between Queensland and NSW on the New England Highway. The area suits road-trippers breaking long drives, visitors exploring the New England high country, and those attending events in Tenterfield. The region is known for its historic federation heritage, with Tenterfield's School of Arts where Sir Henry Parkes delivered his famous federation speech just 15 minutes away. Cooler climate, rural setting, and proximity to granite country make this a practical stopover for touring the tableland.
Peter Allen Motor Inn is in Billyrimba, approximately 5 kilometres south of Tenterfield on the New England Highway in northern NSW. Tenterfield township is a 10-15 minute drive north.
Tenterfield's historic town centre is 15 minutes north, featuring the School of Arts where Sir Henry Parkes gave his federation speech. Bald Rock National Park and the granite belt wine region are within an hour's drive, and the Queensland border is 25 kilometres north.
Yes, this motor inn is well-positioned for travellers on the New England Highway between Brisbane and Sydney, or those touring the New England high country. It provides a practical overnight stop with onsite parking.
Billyrimba sits at around 840 metres elevation on the New England tablelands, bringing cool to cold winters and mild summers. Pack layers, especially outside summer months.
The inn is named after Peter Allen, the Australian singer and entertainer who spent his childhood in nearby Tenterfield. The town celebrates his legacy at the Peter Allen Festival and local museum.