LAKE CARGELLIGO
Lake Cargilligo is the next town
encounted on the Kidman Hgy heading east (or west) towards the eastern
provinces.
Lake
Cargelligo is a small town that has strong aboriginal influence. The
lake is a catalyst and central focus within the town. The lake was dry
during the most recent drought.  
Lake Cargelligo is said to be a corruption of the
Aboriginal word 'Kartjellakoo' meaning 'he had a coolamon'. A coolamon
is a shallow wooden dish. Alternatively it is derived from Wiradhuri
and Ngiyambaa 'gajal' for water container with suffix 'lugu' for 'her'
or 'his’.
As its name would suggest, the town of Lake Cargelligo
is situated on a lake fed by the Lachlan River through Lake Curlew.
The lake was originally named Regent's Lake after the prince regent of
England at the time. The lake was the primary water source for the
early mining town, and has continued to remain an integral source of
water for Lake Cargelligo's inhabitants. These days the lake serves
recreational uses.

The Lake Cargelligo War Memorial is located at the
lake edge and is a meaningful acknowledgement.  
Lake Cargelligo is represented with all of the three
main congregational churches. The
Catholic being a bit of a charmer.  
The Museum is located on the eastern fringe of the
town.
The Royal Mail Hotel is a 100 year plus classic old
NSW pub.
The Commercial Hotel
 a
more modern offering.
When traveling the Kidman Hgy the traveler will pass
through this town. There is a lot of heritage on offer and an
overnight should be a consideration.    
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