Talbingo is a picturesque township full of fascinating history which extended far beyond its boundaries. It is the birthplace of famous Australian Miles Franklin, author of the book 'My Brilliant Career'.

Today Talbingo is a neat little township located on the foreshores of the Jounama Pond (it's really a dam) which lies at the bottom of the Tumut 3 Power Station. It is 462 km from Sydney, 42 km from Tumut and 412 metres above sea level. Like Khancoban to the south it nestles under the Snowy Mountains which rise immediately behind the town. The new town was originally one of the many camps established by the Snowy Mountains Authority but, being outside the Kosciusko National Park, it has not been subject to the restrictions which have been imposed on settlements like Jindabyne and Cabramurra.

The town's past history is now drowned under the Jounama Dam. This is dramatically demonstrated by the sign on the way into town which reads 'Original Lampe Homestead - Birthplace of Miles Franklin in October 1879 - 500 metres'. Don't go looking for the homestead. The arrow which accompanies the '500 metres' indicates that what is left of the homestead is now under the waters of the Jounama Pond. In the same vicinity also lies the remnants of Talbingo Station.

Nestled by the shore of Lake Jounama and surrounded by Kosciuszko National Park and State Forests, Talbingo offers an incredible range of outdoor pursuits: bushwalking, waterskiing, trout fishing, boating, canoeing, golfing and tennis.

The opportunity to explore Buddong Falls, Yarrangobilly Caves, historic Kiandra, huts and homes of the pioneers are all within reach of this ideal location.

A town with spectacular mountain scenery and impressive expanses of pristine water, Talbingo is now being discovered by visitors as a stunning and tranquil holiday destination.