FARMERS MARKET GIRGARRE PRODUCE & CRAFT Fresh produce MARKET Experience RUSHWORTH MARKET Water & farmers FARMERS MARKET fun for all action & market fun ROCHESTER TOWN MARKET STANHOPE MONSTER GARAGE SALE ages Visit www.echucamoama.com for a full list of attractions market dates and times ECHUCA MOAMA SUP LAKE COOPER & GREENS LAKE There is nothing quite as delicious as the fresh, twistED GUNBOWER TOURISM & EVENTS crunchy taste of fruit and vegetables. Located in Echuca CBD 30min from Echuca Located in Echuca CBD 35min from Echuca 2 Radcliffe St, Echuca 25 Main St, Gunbower 0439 682 693 www.echucasup.com Secure a unique piece of art and crafts and enjoy Lake Cooper is surrounded by the rolling hills 1300 984 823 www.twistedscience.com.au/echuca Open weekends 9.00am – 1.30pm live music – all while supporting local business! All aboard! Fitness, family and fun is Echuca of Corop. Greens Lake is a natural basin that’s www.facebook.com/gunbowertourism catchment comes only from rainfall and floodwater Campaspe Shire’s small towns and villages host An award winning family tourist destination in the Moama SUP’s motto as they bring people together regular farmers markets that have developed not- heart of town. in nature while learning the balancing act of stand- runoff. The lake has a picnic area with toilet Gunbower Tourism & Events is a 100% volunteer facilities and a boat ramp, making it a popular to-be-missed reputations. Experience a new way to play using your inner run community hub. All proceeds are donated to up paddle boarding in a picturesque location – the . place for camping, water sports, fishing and scientist. locals. Drop in for information, shop local produce relaxing in nature. & vintage fare, or sign up for a workshop! THE GREAT AUSSIE BEER SHED & MURRAY RIVER ADVENTURES 25min from Echuca More information HERITAGE FARM MUSEUM KYABRAM FAUNA PARK 50min from Echuca 30min from Echuca ECHUCA-MOAMA VISITOR 7min from Echuca The popular Southern80 Ski race event begins at Bookings essential INFORMATION CENTRE 377 Mary Ann Rd, Echuca 75 Lake Rd, Kyabram Torrumbarry, making it a popular spot for water 0413 005 787 www.murrayriver.tours Open: Daily 9am – 5pm, except Christmas Day Seasonal hours (03) 5852 2883 www.kyabramfaunapark.com.au sports as well as fishing and camping. Relax and enjoy the Kakadu of the South - the 2 Heygarth St, Echuca (03) 5480 6904 www.greataussiebeershed.com.au www.echucamoama.com The famous Kyabram Fauna Park is home to more KINGFISHER CRUISES Gunbower Creek - via kayak or canoe. Pick your to the Campaspe than 600 native Australian animals. own adventure or use an experienced guide, as Freecall: 1800 804 446 Voted #1 tourist attraction in Echuca Moama on 30min from Echuca Welcome TripAdvisor! Wander through the expansive grounds, enjoy rentals are available for the day, overnight or for ROCHESTER SPORTS MUSEUM Bookings essential Featuring over 17,000 beer cans from and daily keeper encounters and get hands on with several days. Open: Thursday to Sunday 10am - 4pm, Shire, set on the majestic Murray, Aussie icons including kangaroos, dingo pups and (03) 5855 2855 www.kingfishercruises.com.au the globe plus a fascinating array of Australiana. WARANGA BASIN all public & school holidays or by appointment a friendly emu! A certified eco guide provides insightful Rochester Railway Station, Northern Hwy Campaspe and Goulburn rivers. THE STRAWBERRY PICK information as you cruise through the natural 75min from Echuca facebook.com/rochestersportsmuseum CAMEL MILK CO expanse of the Barmah-Millewa Forest - listed as a 10min from Echuca North-east of Rushworth, you will find the KYABRAM INFORMATION CENTRE AT 30min from Echuca wetland of international importance. 359 Lady Augusta Rd, Echuca Village impressive Waranga Basin - an important off-river TOWN HALL Why not take the road less travelled? Seasonal hours 307 Webb Rd, Kyabram storage, where water is diverted from the Goulburn Tour bookings essential Open: Daily 10am – 4pm. Closed Sundays 0414 555 044 www.thestrawberrypick.com.au River. It is also a summer haven for water sports 199-209 Allan St, Kyabram 0400 969 336 www.camelmilkco.com.au and once the sun goes down, the Basin is a perfect Ph: (03) 5852 1546 #mycampaspe Experience a ‘Pick Your Own’ Strawberry Farm just vantage point for stargazing. #visitthemurray #livelikealocal out of Echuca! Experience farming with a difference at one of GUNBOWER TOURISM & EVENTS Select strawberries straight off the bush and Australia’s first and only camel milk dairies. Open: weekends 9.00am – 1.30pm #experienceechucamoama afterwards enjoy homemade ice-cream and drinks. Learn about the camel milking process while 25 Main St, Gunbower getting up close to over 300 camels – then www.facebook.com/gunbowertourism purchase fresh milk and speciality products from BILLABONG RANCH the farm shop. 17min from Echuca This brochure was produced by: CampaspeShireCouncil Glanville and Tehan Rd’s, Echuca Campaspe Shire Council #campaspeshire (03) 5483 5122 www.billabongranch.com.au Heygarth St, Echuca www.campaspe.vic.gov.au campaspeshire A great place to spend a few hours, regardless of December 2019 your age! Care has been taken in preparing this regional touring map. However, Campaspe Shire Council takes no responsibility for any Choose from a range of activities, watch the Long History & inaccuracy, misdescription, whether by inclusion or omission, or changes to products and services mentioned in this brochure. Paddock live show and enjoy an outback, our door Images: Cindy Power Photography, Echuca Moama Tourism, The Vibe Tribe experience like no other. heritage

TORRUMBARRY WEIR ROCHESTER SPORTS MUSEUM 30min from Echuca 20min from Echuca Torrumbarry Weir Rd, Torrumbarry Rochester Railway Station, Northern Hwy (03) 5487 7221 Open Thursday to Sunday 10am-4pm, all public & Northern school holidays or by appointment The Torrumbarry Interpretive Centre features facebook.com/rochestersportsmuseum Arts & a photographic exhibition highlighting the importance of the loch systems to the Murray A collection of sporting memorabilia, which takes In touch culture River, and to water conservation. you through on a journey through a wide range Torrumbarry is also a popular spot for fishing, of sports. The collection includes items from with nature camping and all water sports, particularly skiing. Shane Warne, Adam Gilchrist, Merv Hughes, Greg Regional crawl Norman & Herb Elliott. LOCKINGTON LIVING HERITAGE KANYAPELLA BASIN () MT HOPE ECHUCA ROCHESTER COMPLEX RUSHWORTH TOWN CENTRE & 15min from Echuca 50min from Echuca www.emai.org.au/foundry-arts-space 22min from Echuca 30min from Echuca WHROO & BALACLAVA MINE 2305 Tehan Rd, Kanyapella 13 19 63 www.parks.vic.gov.au www.altongalleryechuca.com www.rochester.org.au 2-10 Market St, Lockington 55min from Echuca Open Sundays 1-4pm or by appointment www.rushworthit.com.au Driving Map www.theportatelier.com.au/home Kanyapella Basin is the remains of a former Mount Hope Nature Conservation Reserve Country hospitality and a newly developed arts 0428 862 353 or (03) 5486 2226 Whroo & Balaclava Mine - lake, Lake Kanyapella, which resulted of earth comprises of seven small granite boulders – A blossoming arts and culture space is emerging and culture trail will draw you in as you make your 13 1963 www.parks.vic.gov.au movements (Cadell Fault) about 18,000 years perfect for rock climbing and abseiling. From the within the Port Precict. way around Rochester. A local history museum featuring an array of ago. When the lake drained, winds blew sand picnic area at the northern side it is only a short, The Foundry is a unique gallery housed in the heritage farming equipment. It is also home to Rushworth was established during the 1853 from the dry lake bed to form sand dunes. The historical former Freeman’s Foundry. View View Rochy’s awe-inspiring contribution to the gentle climb to the top, rewarded by remarkable GrainCorp silo art trail featuring local wildlife – the a sculpture of Lockington’s favourite son and Victorian Gold Rush in 1853. Much of its original remainder of the area is River Red Gum and Black views over Kow Swamp and the surrounding exhibitions, participate in workshops and enjoy live shearing champion: the late Kevin Sarre. character is retained and reflected in the National Box dominated shallow freshwater marsh and shows inside one of the first buildings in Echuca. Squirrel Glider and Azure Kingfisher. Recreated in pastoral district. March each year as part of the Mural Festival are Trust classified historic building streetscape. freshwater meadow, home to many native bird Located inside the historic Wood Turners Shed Situated 7kms from Rushworth, Whroo village species and is a known eagle nesting site. on Murray Esplanade, The Port Atelier sells and eight themed murals framing the entrance to town ROCHESTER HISTORICAL on the Northern Highway. SOCIETY MUSEUM grew around the base of Balaclava Hill in 1853 after MT TERRICK TERRICK displays local artisan pieces and provides a the discovery of over 20,000 ounces of gold. Now KOW SWAMP 45min from Echuca welcoming work space for artists students. Take in the Oppy Museum and statue, a 22min from Echuca commemoration to Australian cycling legends’ Sir truly a ghost town, find delight in Whroo’s natural 30min from Echuca Mt Terrick Terrick, Mitiamo VIC Alton Gallery is nestled in a lush green park, hosting 96 - 98 High St, Rochester ambience, trails and history and enjoy lunch in the monthly guest artists and year-long exhibitions. Hubert Opperman’s life. Kow Swamp, Gunbower VIC 13 19 63 www.parks.vic.gov.au Open Wednesday & Friday, 9am-12noon or picnic area. by appointment 13 19 63 www.parks.vic.gov.au GIRGARRE Balaclava Gold Mine is one of Victoria’s largest Travel west towards Mitiamo and take in all that (03) 5484 2558 or 0409 842 233 open cut mines, now closed to public access but Kow Swamp is a permanent wetland with Terrick Terrick National Park has to offer. 22min from Echuca 35min from Echuca viewable from platforms around the site. spectacular views, making it very popular for www.girgarre.com.au The park contains one of the largest, most A local artist in consultation with the community photographers. Steeped in significant history, intact indigenous northern plains vegetation in researched Tongala’s unique character and history it was also an archaeological site following the Victoria. These lands are home to many rare and Girgarre is in revival mode through a newfound to develop over 30 murals spanning throughout sense of community, arts and culture. recovery of partial skeletal remains estimated to endangered animals including over 100 birds the main shopping village. Drop in for a coffee and be between 10,000 and 15,000 years old in the late species. Perfect for a scenic drive, bush walk or walking tour. Renowned quilting artist Gloria Loughman Get active outdoors 1960’s. picnic - enjoy stunning views from the summit or collaborated with the community to create a Past, Our region is truly a nature trail destination for fully immerse yourself by staying overnight. KYABRAM Present & Future’ quilt forming the Memorial Hall walkers, runners and cyclists. KYABRAM ERN MILES RESERVE & backdrop. GUNBOWER ISLAND 30min from Echuca Cycling or walking tours are great ways to enjoy TROTTING TRACK RESERVE www.kyabramtownhall.com.au The Gargarro Sound Shelter is a unique space the many sights, sounds, tastes and activities in 1 hour from Echuca built in the developing Botanical Gardens, Campaspe – check our mobile-friendly app listing 30min from Echuca accompanying year-round local markets, South Boundary Rd & Saunder St, Kyabram Gunbower Island, Cohuna VIC Visit the Kyabram Town Hall to see the ever- over 13 on-road cycling routes and three shared 13 19 63 www.parks.vic.gov.au changing Isobel Harvie collection of historic performances & events. paths for cycling and walking - These reserves within the town boundary offer clothing and regularly rotating local exhibitors in www.youareheremaps.com.au/campaspe/ extensive native bushlands, walking tracks and Gunbower Island is the ‘Kakadu of the south’ - the the accompanying gallery spaces. There’s always STANHOPE cycling-map.html bird watching opportunities. largest inland island and a haven for wildlife. something unique and interesting to see – all with a local twist! 40min from Echuca Alternatively run like a local using the Map My Both locations are great habitats for local birds Stretching from Koondrook to Torrumbarry Weir, www.legendairystanhopemural.com Run app - www.mapmyrun.com the 20,000 hectare island includes 130km of river including birds of prey - falcons and eagles - along Echuca’s free Port Picnic Bike project with smaller birds and wrens. frontage filled with expanses of River Red Gum and GUNBOWER They say a picture says a thousand words… Boxwood forests supporting protected populations 30min from Echuca – loan one of our vintage bikes and The Legendairy Stanhope Mural is made of over enjoy the sights on wheels. of native mammals, reptiles and 160 unique bird 11,000 community sourced photos reflecting the species. An idyllic location for camping, canoeing, As you cruise into town you’ll be mesmerised by connection between dairy production and the Rochy Tiger Bikes – explore Rochester a spot of bushwalking or bird-watching. another Jimmy D’Vate masterpiece on the side of using a free Tiger Bike available from the Gunbower Hotel, featuring local birdlife and the town. Check out this incredible mural and enjoy lunch in town. Rochester Riverside Holiday Park, famous creek landscape. Majors IGA, Sportspower & REDHS

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C257 Leitchville 1 1 Farm and Kingfisher Torrumbarry Weir A Cruises Gunbower A Interpretation Centre vine to plate C267 75 Our towns trails 2 2 TONGALA Mt Hope Barmah ECHUCA MOAMA WINE REGION PACDON PARK A beautiful town steeped in history. View over 30 30min from Echuca Shop - Echuca CBD murals through Tongala’s streets, telling the stories Factory - 10min from Echuca Torrumbarry that shape its history and bring the picturesque Vineyards brimming with delicious white and Open seven days a week red varieties sit on the banks of the Murray and streets lined with trees and boutique shops to life with 03 5480 0844 www.pacdon.com.au athalia splashes of colour. Tongala honours its servicemen Campaspe rivers surrounding Echuca Moama. and women with the Third Calvary and Lighthorse Not just limited to wines – boutique breweries and Two English backpackers desperate for a taste of Pyramid Hill H spirit distilleries are cropping up too. 2 memorials and the Vietnam Avenue of Honour. l home decided to embark on making their own pork 3 3 C267 3 Selected establishments have boat or horseback pies over a decade ago. Granite transport options for a truly unique experience. Hill Now an award winning business, Pacdon Park use KYABRAM Stop for lunch and make a full day of it! locally sourced free range pigs to create a delicious 1 A Billabong See map for locations & addresses range of traditional English fare. Visit the factory Ranch Located in the heart of the , Kyabram for a cooking class or group tasting or pop into the has a vibrant shopping and café culture with a diverse MT CAMEL WINE REGION shop for all your entertaining needs. events calendar to boot. ‘Ky’ as it’s known to locals ECHCA 45min from Echuca 14 Strawberry prides itself on strong community spirit renowned for A Pick its dairy, fruit growing – and star tourist attraction, the KENNEDY FARM PRODUCE Take the road less travelled as you sample wines acclaimed Kyabram Fauna Park. 40min from Echuca 4 4 from the northern fringe of Heathcote wine Corop, VIC Great Aussie B400 growing region. Mt Terrick A Beer Shed Check local markets or contact for wholesale stock Terrick Wyuna C336 You will be enchanted by winding roads and picturesque valley views. 0429 404 591 www.kennedyfarmproduce.com.au GIRGARRE Award-winning cellar door wineries and Mitiamo C334 B75 vineyards are scattered throughout the district Passionately produced chickpeas, popping corn, C334 Girgarre is a tight-knit community of friendly locals and winemakers love to share their knowledge. and fresh veggies – this 100% family owned farm is that offers free camping facilities and amenities and passionate about sustainable farming methods to 11 Tongala To avoid disappointment call ahead to make a not-to-be-missed monthly farmers market. The appointments. grow great produce and support local trades. C342 Gargarro Soundshell, an outdoor performance space 5 5 C359 See map for locations & addresses Emma and Sean frequent farmers markets across has brought a new sense of life and a growing event the district and are growing – watch this space! Lockington Living A C351 ndera program to the township. Heritage Complex Ky alley Lockington C352 C355 Kyabram A Town Hall C341 C351 Kyabram STANHOPE A Stanhope became the first ‘Legendairy’ capital of 6 6 Australia in 2015,signifying the industry’s contribution Mt Scobie Kyabram Fauna to the district. Stanhope is home to one of the largest C362 A Park C354 milk processing factories in Victoria. Situated neatly Rochester Rochester Camel between Echuca, Bendigo and , enjoy a Rochester Milk Co SHEPPARTO A Historical & C357 GrainCorp A Pioneer Australia lunch stop in the Sir John McEwan Park. silos Society A Museum 21 Sir Hubert “Oppy” Opperman C348 RUSHWORTH 7 7 C347 Surrounded by the significant Ironbark Forest and C336 Stanhope historic goldfields, Rushworth retains much of the Cellar doors 18 charm and character of the 1853 Gold Rush Era – reflected in its National Trust classified streetscape; 1. HOPWOOD WINERY 6. MT BURRUMBOOT 10. DOMAINE ASMARA A300 one of the most impressive in rural Victoria. Rushworth Open: Mon-Fri 10am-5pm Open: Weekends and public Open: Daily 10am-6pm C338 is surrounded by scenic walks and historical markers, 887 Murray Valley Hwy, Echuca holidays 11am-5pm 61 Gibb Rd, Campaspe Run & C356 and a short drive to Waranga Basin. Ph: (03) 5480 7090 3332 Heathcote-Rochester Rd, Ph: (03) 5433 6133 or 0432 501 135 A Miniature Trail 19 www.hopwood.com.au www.domaineasmara.com C337 Ph: (03) 5432 9238 Accommodation available on-site Elmore C369 2. ANDERSON-SIMS 8 8 ROCHESTER www.burrumboot.com ESTATE (WINE IN A GLASS) 11. CORNELIA CREEK Located on the banks of the Campaspe River, Open: Mon-Fri 8am-4pm, weekends 7. BARNADOWN RUN WINES 8 6 Rochester is known as the home to cycling legend & public holidays 10am-4pm Open: Daily 10am-5pm Open: Weekends and public Sir Hubert Opperman and a growing arts and culture 119 Pianta Rd, Echuca (best to phone ahead) holidays. 11am-5pm 390 Cornella Rd, Toolleen 22 C357 trail. Murals, impressive silo artwork and two sports Ph: 0408 966 273 Other times by appointment C347 museums supported by country-style pubs, cafes and www.wineinaglass.com.au Ph: 0412 321 688 1557 O’Dea Rd, Koyuga wine bars make ‘Rochy’ an intriguing and beautiful www.barnadownrun.com.au Ph: 0418145475 or 0418377998 stop. 3. CAPE HORN VINEYARD corneliacreekwines.com.au B260 17 Rushworth Open: 11am-5pm Saturday, 8. AVONMORE ESTATE 9 9 Colbinabbin Sunday & School holidays Bio-Dynamic Wines and Beer C345 12. PEREGRINE RIDGE C345 489 Stewarts Bridge Rd, Echuca Open: Most days (phone ahead) Open: Friday, Saturday 15 LOCKINGTON Ph: (03) 5480 6013 Mayreef-Avonmore Rd, Avonmore & Sunday 10am-4pm 20 Murchison Lockington is a vibrant farming community famous www.capehornvineyard.com.au Ph: (03) 5432 6291, 0427 240 252 404 Cornella-Tooleen Rd, Cornella 23 C336 Goornong for a channel network that runs through the centre of www.avonmoreestatewine.com Ph: 0411 741 772 4. HEATHCOTE II On-site accommodation available Balaclava Hill Chinamans Hill town, featuring the giant ‘Locky Ness Monster.’ Take a www.peregrineridge.com.au A300 C357 Open: Weekends 11am-5pm trip down memory lane at the Lockington and District 9. SHIRAZ REPUBLIC Whroo Living Heritage Complex, a local history museum (other times by appointment) 13. SILVER SPOON ESTATE Balaclava 290 Cornella-Toolleen Rd, Toolleen Open: Daily 10am-6pm Open: Weekends & A Mine that pays homage to Lockington’s favourite shearing B75 Ph: (03) 5433 6292 507 Hamblin Rd, Cornella Public Holidays. 11am-5pm 10 10 Huntly champion, the late Kevin Sarre. Ph: (03) 5433 6338 9 www.heathcote2.com 503 Heathcote-Rochester Rd, Adelaide www.shirazrepublic.com.au Mt Camel 12 5. TELLURIAN WINE Hill Ph: 0412 167 927 Epsom Open: Weekends 11am-4.30pm www.silverspoonestate.com.au 7 16 TORRUMBARRY 408 Tranter Rd, Toolleen A79 Toolleen 4 C347 Ph: 0431 004 766 5 Torrumbarry is home to one of the largest weirs in Mt Sugarloaf Australia. This heritage listed weir and lock chamber www.tellurianwines.com.au BEIGO 10 maintains the height of the Murray River, creating Marong Mt Camel optimal conditions. It is the starting point for the A79 annual Southern 80 Ski Race and a popular spot for B240 Mt Black fishing and recreational water activities. Cellar doors - by appointment B280 13 A790 C344 agambie 14. CARRIAGES 16. ST MICHAEL’S 18. LAKE COOPER ESTATE Axedale 549 Kotta Rd, Echuca VINEYARD 1608 Midland Hwy, Corop Ph: (03) 5483 7767 Ph: 0481 156 050 A300 GUNBOWER 503 Pook Rd, Toolleen www.thecarriagesvineyard.com.au www.lakecooper.com.au Gunbower is best known as the gateway to the largest Ph: 0427 558 786 On-site accommodation available 19. HUMIS VINEYARD 12 11 12 11 inland island in Australia – Kow Swamp. Surrounding Gunbower Island is a series of meandering creeks and 15. HENNINGS VINEYARD 17. WHISTLING EAGLE 3730 Heathcote-Rochester Rd, waterways, offering a retreat for nature lovers, fishing 2562 Heathcote-Rochester Rd, 2769 Heathcote-Rochester Rd, Corop and kayaking. Gunbower also is steeped in significant Colbinabbin Colbinabbin Ph: 0419 588 044 history, with local aboriginal tribes living in harmony off Ph: (03) 5432 9266 Ph: (03) 5432 9319 www.humisvineyard.com the rich lands for thousands of years. www.henningsvineyard.com www.whistlingeagle.com A B C D E F G H I J Accommodation Caravan Dump Point Winery with Cellar Door Parks/Reserves CARAVANS AND MOTOR HOMES PUBLIC DUMP POINTS Accredited Visitor Hospital Cellar Door - By Appointment Water Body ECHUCA F3 KYABRAM H5 ROCHESTER E6 Cellar doors - online sales only Map key Echuca Rotary Park Fauna Park Dr, Kyabram, Free Aysons Reserve Information Centre Highways 20. KENNEDY VINTNERS 22. ELLIS WINES 23. COLBINABBIN Port Picnic Bikes Cellar Door - Online Sales 17 Rose St, Echuca (Donation GIRGARRE H6 799 Burnewang Rd, Maple Park, Corop Enquiries: Raylene Flanagan ESTATE Airport Sealed Roads box) Morgan Cres, Girgarre Burnewang, Free Ph: (03) 5484 8293 Ph: 0401 290 315 Ph: 0418 172 345 Restaurants/Cafes www.kennedyvintners.com.au www.elliswines.com.au Unsealed Roads Echuca Holiday Park (behind Memorial Hall) Free Rochester Caravan www.colbinabbinestate.com.au Boat Ramp 52 Crofton St, Echuca Park Toilets Free/guest, $15 non guests LOCKINGTON D5 1 Church St, Rochester, 21. FARMER & THE Caravan Park Lockington Travellers Rest $5.00 SCIENTIST Tourist Attraction Panoo Rd, Lockington, Free A www.farmerandthescientist.com