FARMERS MARKET GIRGARRE PRODUCE & CRAFT Fresh produce MARKET Experience RUSHWORTH MARKET & farmers ROCHESTER TOWN MARKET fun for all History & market fun STANHOPE MONSTER GARAGE SALE Visit www.echucamoama.com for a full list of ages heritage market dates and times There is nothing quite as delicious as the fresh, crunchy taste of fruit and vegetables. BILLABONG RANCH WEIR ROCHESTER SPORTS MUSEUM twistED Secure a unique piece of art and crafts and enjoy 30min from Echuca 20min from Echuca 2 Radcliffe St, Echuca 17min from Echuca live music – all while supporting local business! Glanville and Tehan Rd’s, Echuca Torrumbarry Weir Rd, Torrumbarry Rochester Railway Station, Northern Hwy 1300 984 823 www.twistedscience.com.au/echuca (03) 5483 5122 www.billabongranch.com.au (03) 5487 7221 Open Thursday to Sunday 10am-4pm, all public & Campaspe Shire’s small towns and villages host school holidays or by appointment regular farmers markets that have developed not- An award winning family tourist destination in the A great place to spend a few hours, regardless of The Torrumbarry Interpretive Centre features /rochestersportsmuseum to-be-missed reputations. heart of town. Experience a new way to play using your age! a photographic exhibition highlighting the your inner scientist. Choose from a range of activities, watch the importance of the loch systems to the Murray A collection of sporting memorabilia, which takes Long Paddock live show and enjoy an outback River, and to water conservation. you on a journey through a wide range of sports. experience like no other. Torrumbarry is also a popular spot for fishing, The collection includes items from Shane Warne, NATIONAL HOLDEN MUSEUM camping and all water sports, particularly skiing. Adam Gilchrist, Merv Hughes, Greg Norman, Herb 7 Warren Street, Echuca Elliott and Sharelle McMahon. (03) 5480 2033 www.holdenmuseum.com.au MURRAY LIFE ADVENTURES LOCKINGTON LIVING HERITAGE More information 25min from Echuca COMPLEX RUSHWORTH TOWN CENTRE & Echuca is fortunate to have one of the nation's 174 Fulham Rd, Torrumbarry 30min from Echuca WHROO & BALACLAVA MINE ECHUCA- VISITOR largest collections of Holdens, putting this private 0438 410 709 murraylifeadventures.com.au 2-10 Market St, Lockington 55min from Echuca INFORMATION CENTRE Museum amongst the largest single brand car Open Sundays 1-4pm or by appointment www.rushworthit.com.au Open: Daily 9am – 5pm, except Christmas Day to the Campaspe museums in . See a collection of around Murray Life Adventures is an adventure fun park 0428 862 566 Whroo & Balaclava Mine - 2 Heygarth St, Echuca Welcome 50 vehicles that showcase over 70 years of on the banks of the . On offer is an 13 1963 www.parks.vic.gov.au www.echucamoama.com Australia's Car Manufacturing pedigree. obstacle course, a multi-purpose climbing tower, A local history museum featuring an array of Freecall: 1800 804 446 Shire, set on the majestic Murray, giant swing, canoeing, flying fox and heaps more. heritage farming equipment. It is also home to Rushworth was established during the Victorian GREEN PEDAL BIKE TOURS Spend the day exploring the fun park and camp a sculpture of Lockington’s favourite son and Gold Rush in 1853. Much of its original character ROCHESTER SPORTS MUSEUM is retained and reflected in the National Trust overnight in the magnificent bush setting beside shearing champion: the late Kevin Sarre. Open: Thursday to Sunday 10am - 4pm, Heygarth Street, Echuca (near the Visitor the water. Minimum group size of 15 people. classified historic building streetscape. Campaspe and Goulburn rivers. Information Centre) all public & school holidays or by appointment Situated 7kms from Rushworth, Whroo village Rochester Railway Station, Northern Hwy 0490 048 239 www.greenpedal.com.au ROCHESTER HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM grew around the base of Balaclava Hill in 1853 after facebook.com/rochestersportsmuseum Why not take the road less travelled? FAUNA PARK the discovery of over 20,000 ounces of gold. Now Enjoy a guided tour on an electric bike. Tours can 30min from Echuca 22min from Echuca truly a ghost town, find delight in Whroo’s natural be organised to suit ability and interests. The most 75 Lake Rd, Kyabram 96 - 98 High St, Rochester ambience, trails and history and enjoy lunch in the KYABRAM INFORMATION CENTRE AT popular ride is alongside the Murray & Campaspe (03) 5852 2883 www.kyabramfaunapark.com.au Open Wednesday & Friday, 9am-12noon or picnic area. TOWN HALL #mycampaspe River & through the Historic Port of Echuca. by appointment #visitthemurray #livelikealocal Balaclava Gold Mine is one of ’s largest Open: Daily 10am – 4pm. Closed Sundays The famous Kyabram Fauna Park is home to more (03) 5484 2558 or 0409 842 233 open cut mines, now closed to public access but 199-209 Allan St, Kyabram #experienceechucamoama THE GREAT AUSSIE BEER SHED & than 600 native Australian animals. viewable from platforms around the site. Ph: (03) 5852 1546 #stayclosegofurther Wander through the expansive grounds, enjoy HERITAGE FARM MUSEUM daily keeper encounters and get hands on with 7min from Echuca Aussie icons including kangaroos, dingo pups and 377 Mary Ann Rd, Echuca a friendly emu! This brochure was produced by: CampaspeShireCouncil Seasonal hours Campaspe Shire Council #campaspeshire (03) 5480 6904 www.greataussiebeershed.com.au Heygarth St, Echuca www.campaspe.vic.gov.au campaspeshire Voted #1 tourist attraction in Echuca Moama on May 2021 TripAdvisor! Featuring over 17,000 beer cans from Care has been taken in preparing this regional touring map. However, Campaspe Shire Council takes no responsibility for any Australia and the globe plus a fascinating array of Water inaccuracy, misdescription, whether by inclusion or omission, or changes to products and services mentioned in this brochure. Australiana. action & Images: Cindy Power Photography, Echuca Moama Tourism, The Art of Zowie Photography. attractions ECHUCA MOAMA SUP LAKE COOPER & GREENS LAKE 35min from Echuca Northern Victoria Located in Echuca CBD Arts & 0439 682 693 www.echucasup.com Lake Cooper is surrounded by the rolling hills All aboard! Fitness, family and fun is Echuca Moama of Corop. Greens Lake is a natural basin that’s In touch culture SUP’s motto as they bring people together in nature catchment comes only from rainfall and floodwater while learning the balancing act of stand-up paddle runoff. The lake has a picnic area with toilet boarding in a picturesque location – the Murray facilities and a boat ramp, making it a popular with nature crawl River. place for camping, water sports, fishing and Regional relaxing in nature. TORRUMBARRY KANYAPELLA BASIN () MT HOPE ECHUCA ROCHESTER 25min from Echuca MURRAY RIVER ADVENTURES 15min from Echuca 50min from Echuca www.emai.org.au/foundry-arts-space 22min from Echuca www.rochester.org.au 50min from Echuca 2305 Tehan Rd, Kanyapella 13 19 63 www.parks.vic.gov.au www.altongalleryechuca.com The popular Southern80 Ski race event begins at Bookings essential View Rochy’s awe-inspiring contribution to the 0413 005 787 www.murrayriver.tours Driving Map www.theportatelier.com.au/home Torrumbarry, making it a popular spot for water Kanyapella Basin is the remains of a former Mount Hope Nature Conservation Reserve www.portofechuca.org.au GrainCorp silo art trail featuring local wildlife – the sports as well as fishing and camping. lake, Lake Kanyapella, which resulted of earth /customshousegalleryechuca Squirrel Glider and Azure Kingfisher. Recreated in Relax and enjoy the Kakadu of the South - the comprises of seven small granite boulders – Gunbower Creek - via kayak or canoe. Pick your movements () about 18,000 years perfect for rock climbing and abseiling. From the March each year as part of the Mural Festival are KINGFISHER CRUISES ago. When the lake drained, winds blew sand Echuca has a thriving arts scene with many eight themed murals framing the entrance to town own adventure or use an experienced guide, as picnic area at the northern side it is only a short, 30min from Echuca rentals are available for the day, overnight or for from the dry lake bed to form sand dunes. The gentle climb to the top, rewarded by remarkable galleries on offer. The Port of Echuca Discovery on the Northern Highway. Bookings essential Centre brings the history of the Echuca Wharf to life. several days. remainder of the area is River Red Gum and Black views over Kow Swamp and the surrounding The Iddles Lane mural is a tribute to the renowned (03) 5855 2855 www.kingfishercruises.com.au Box dominated shallow freshwater marsh and pastoral district. Victoria Police Detective and tells the story of his freshwater meadow, home to many native bird family and career, found in the main street. A certified eco guide provides insightful information WARANGA BASIN species and is a known eagle nesting site. 22min from Echuca www.tongala.com.au as you cruise through the natural expanse of the 75min from Echuca MT TERRICK TERRICK GIRGARRE -Millewa Forest - listed as a wetland of KOW SWAMP 45min from Echuca A local artist in consultation with the community international importance. North-east of Rushworth, you will find the 35min from Echuca www.girgarre.com.au impressive Waranga Basin - an important off-river 30min from Echuca Mt Terrick Terrick, Mitiamo VIC researched Tongala’s unique character and history storage, where water is diverted from the Goulburn Kow Swamp, Gunbower VIC 13 19 63 www.parks.vic.gov.au to develop over 30 murals spanning throughout ROCHESTER the main shopping village. Drop in for a coffee and The Gargarro Sound Shelter is a unique space River. It is also a summer haven for water sports 13 19 63 www.parks.vic.gov.au built in the developing Botanical Gardens, 25min from Echuca Travel west towards Mitiamo and take in all that walking tour. and once the sun goes down, the Basin is a perfect accompanying year-round local markets, vantage point for stargazing. Kow Swamp is a permanent wetland with Terrick Terrick National Park has to offer. KYABRAM performances & events. Explore the by kayak. Launch your spectacular views, making it very popular for The park contains one of the largest, most own kayak at the Rochester Riverside Caravan Park . photographers. Steeped in significant history, intact indigenous northern plains vegetation in 30min from Echuca STANHOPE it was also an archaeological site following the Victoria. These lands are home to many rare and www.kyabramtownhall.com.au recovery of partial skeletal remains estimated to endangered animals including over 100 birds 40min from Echuca be between 10,000 and 15,000 years old in the late species. Perfect for a scenic drive, bush walk or Visit the Kyabram Town Hall to see the ever- www.stanhopevic.org.au 1960’s. changing Isobel Harvie collection of historic www.legendairystanhopemural.com picnic - enjoy stunning views from the summit or clothing and regularly rotating local exhibitors in Get active outdoors fully immerse yourself by staying overnight. the accompanying gallery spaces. Be sure to check The mural on the side of the Fonterra factory Our region is truly a nature trail destination for KYABRAM ERN MILES RESERVE & out the Water Tank Mural art by Jimmy D’Vate is made up of over 11,000 community sourced walkers, runners and cyclists. TROTTING TRACK RESERVE GUNBOWER ISLAND featuring local native flora and fauna. There’s always photos reflecting the connection between dairy Cycling or walking tours are great ways to enjoy something unique and interesting to see – all with a production and the town. Be sure to check out 30min from Echuca 1 hour from Echuca the many sights, sounds, tastes and activities in local twist! the displays in the Station Park Arts space and the South Boundary Rd & Saunder St, Kyabram Gunbower Island, Cohuna VIC Campaspe – check our mobile-friendly app listing Many Makers and Shaque-a-Taque Galleries in the 13 19 63 www.parks.vic.gov.au GUNBOWER over 13 on-road cycling routes and three shared These reserves within the town boundary offer main street. paths for cycling and walking - extensive native bushlands, walking tracks and Gunbower Island is the ‘Kakadu of the south’ - the 30min from Echuca www.youareheremaps.com.au/campaspe/cycling- bird watching opportunities. largest inland island and a haven for wildlife. Be mesmerised by another Jimmy D’Vate map.html Both locations are great habitats for local birds Stretching from Koondrook to Torrumbarry Weir, masterpiece on the side of the Gunbower Hotel, 45min from Echuca Alternatively run like a local using the Map My Run including birds of prey - falcons and eagles - along the 20,000 hectare island includes 130km of river featuring local birdlife and the famous creek app - www.mapmyrun.com with smaller birds and wrens. frontage filled with expanses of River Red Gum and Tim Bowtell has transformed the Colbo Silos into landscape. Local indigenous artist, Kevin Williams, Echuca’s free Port Picnic Bike project – Boxwood forests supporting protected populations has an Art Gallery at 25 Main Street Gunbower. a large scale painted history of the town which of native mammals, reptiles and 160 unique bird includes a tribute to the towns’ famous tractor pull loan one of our vintage bikes and enjoy species. An idyllic location for camping, canoeing, event and a scene at the former train station. Tim the sights on wheels. a spot of bushwalking or bird-watching. has also worked his magic on the side of the newly Rochy Tiger Bikes – explore Rochester renovated pub. using a free Tiger Bike available from Rochester Riverside Caravan Park.

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Gunbower Hotel Mural Torrumbarry Weir Kingfisher A Interpretative Centre A Cruises Local Gunbower A C267 75 Our towns produce 2 2 TONGALA Mt Hope Barmah ECHUCA DISTILLERY – BAR LEE COLBINABBIN GENERAL STORE A beautiful town steeped in history. View over 30 murals 555 High Street Echuca 45 minutes from Echuca through Tongala’s streets, telling the stories that shape 03 4800 8606 Mitchell Street, Colbinabbin Torrumbarry its history and bring the picturesque streets lined with trees and boutique shops to life with splashes of colour. (03) 5441 5807 www.colbostore.com.au Nathalia Distilled and bottled in heart of the historic Port of Tongala honours its servicemen and women with Echuca. A selection of craft spirits which include Joel and the team offer takeaway food, a dine in the Third Calvary and Lighthorse memorials and the gin and vodka utilising naturally derived botanicals. café and local products such as Kennedy Farm Vietnam Avenue of Honour. H 2 l Enjoy a tipple and live music. produce, Ironbark Apiary Honey, Meander Designs 3 3 C267 3 prints, tea towels and stationery, products from Granite The Camel Milk Co, Dairy and Myola Hill BANDICOOT BREWERY KYABRAM Eucalyptus and Tea Tree Oils. 100 Northern Highway, Echuca 1 Billabong Kyabram has a vibrant shopping strip and a strong Historic Port A Ranch 0481 333 306 of Echuca A café culture. ‘Ky’ as it’s known to locals offers the KENNEDY FARM PRODUCE Kyabram Fauna Park, which is home to a great range of Enjoy an extensive selection of beers on tap and 40min from Echuca ECHUCA Australian native animals. The Water Tank murals were 13 some genuine country hospitality. Bandicoot beers Corop, VIC painted by Jimmy D’Vate and feature many local native also available at The Mill, The American Hotel and Check local markets or contact for wholesale stock flora and fauna. The Town Hall offers a range of art Radcliffe’s. 0429 404 591 www.kennedyfarmproduce.com.au 4 4 collections and the Isobel Harvie fashion collection. Great Aussie B400 Mt Terrick A Beer Shed Passionately produced chickpeas, popping corn, Terrick Wyuna MURRAY RIVER PROVIDORE C336 and fresh veggies – this 100% family owned farm is Located in Echuca passionate about sustainable farming methods to GIRGARRE High Street, Echuca grow great produce and support local trades. Mitiamo B75 C334 Tongala Girgarre is a tight-knit community of friendly locals that 03 5480 1181 Emma and Sean frequent farmers markets across C334 A Street Art Murals offers free camping facilities and amenities and a not- the district and are growing – watch this space! Tongala to-be-missed monthly farmers market. The Gargarro Offering a selection of jams, marmalades, pickled C342 Soundshell, an outdoor performance space has brought onions and biscuits which are made from local 5 5 C359 a new sense of life and a growing event program to the produce. township. Lockington Living A C351 Heritage Complex Ky Valley Lockington C352 C355 Kyabram STANHOPE A Town Hall C341 A C351 Stanhope became the first ‘Legendairy’ capital of Kyabram Water Australia in 2015, a nod to the Fonterra milk processing Tank Mural A factory which features a large mural of photos of the 6 6 history of the town and it’s dairy background. The Mt Scobie Kyabram Fauna town also boasts the station park arts space, two C362 Park C354 unique galleries, a country music club, a pub and other Rochester Rochester Rochester SHEPPARTONplaces to eat, drink and shop. Check out the rail trail or A Historical & C357 GrainCorp A Pioneer the photo display on the side of the Business Centre. silos Society Hometown to Australia’s 18th Prime Minister, Sir John Sports Museum Museum A 20 Mc Ewen. A GargarroC348 7 7 C347 RUSHWORTH Gardens and C336 Soundshell Surrounded by the significant Ironbark Forest and Stanhope historic goldfields, Rushworth retains much of the Cellar doors charm and character of the 1853 Gold Rush Era – 1. HOPWOOD WINERY Four luxury self-contained cabins 9. SHIRAZ REPUBLIC Call ahead to make a booking. available on-site, each with their /CORNELLA BREWERY A300 Fonterra reflected in its National Trust classified streetscape; one own unique cellar stocked with A Mural 887 Murray Valley Hwy, Echuca Open: Daily 10am-6pm C338 17 of the most impressive in rural Victoria. Rushworth is Australia wide wines. Campaspe Run & C356 surrounded by scenic walks and historical markers, and Ph: (03) 5480 7090 507 Hamblin Rd, Cornella A Miniature Trail a short drive to Waranga Basin. 5. TELLURIAN WINE Ph: (03) 5433 6338 18 2. ANDERSON-SIMS www.shirazrepublic.com.au C337 Open: Weekends 11am-4.30pm Elmore C369 ESTATE (WINE IN A GLASS) Offering regular live music events 8 8 408 Tranter Rd, ROCHESTER Open: Mon-Fri 8am-4pm, weekends Ph: 0431 004 766 with food and accommodation & public holidays 10am-4pm www.tellurianwines.com.au on-site. For the aspiring 119 Pianta Rd, Echuca 8 6 Located on the banks of the Campaspe River, Rochester winemakers, Rent-A-Row available. is home to cycling legend Sir Hubert Opperman and Ph: 0408 966 273 6. MT BURRUMBOOT the renowned Rochy Sports Museum. The museum www.wineinaglass.com.au Open: Weekends and public 10. DOMAINE ASMARA 21 C357 Open: Daily 10am-6pm C347 A Silo Art showcases a vast collection of sporting memorabilia 3. CAPE HORN VINEYARD holidays 11am-5pm and private tours are available. Impressive Silo Art, 3332 Heathcote-Rochester Rd, 61 Gibb Rd, Toolleen Iddles lane and the murals offer those interested in art AND RIVERSIDE BAR Colbinabbin Ph: (03) 5433 6133 or 0432 501 135 B260 www.domaineasmara.com 16 Rushworth a great array to view. Country style pubs and cafes offer Open: 11am-5pm Saturday, Ph: (03) 5432 9238 9 9 Colbinabbin Sunday & School holidays www.burrumboot.com C345 great food and hospitality. 11. PEREGRINE RIDGE C345 489 Stewarts Bridge Rd, Echuca 14 Open: Sat & Sun. Check website or Ph: (03) 5480 6013 7. BARNADOWN RUN Facebook page for opening hours. 19 Murchison COLBINABBIN www.capehornvineyard.com.au Open: Daily 10am-5pm 22 404 Cornella-Tooleen Rd, Cornella C336 Goornong Colbo is a great destination for a Sunday drive. Courtesy bus available from (best to phone ahead) Ph: 0411 741 772 Echuca. If you have a boat, why 390 Cornella Rd, Toolleen Balaclava Hill Chinamans Hill C357 You can’t miss the amazing Tim Bowtell painted silos www.peregrineridge.com.au A300 celebrating the town’s history. Tim’s work also adorns not sail downstream? Wood fired Ph: 0412 321 688 Whroo the side wall of the newly renovated pub. The pub is pizzas and other food available. www.barnadownrun.com.au 12. SILVER SPOON ESTATE Balaclava Accommodation available on-site. A Mine so popular, you need to book ahead. The Colbinabbin Open: Weekends & B75 8. AVONMORE ESTATE Public Holidays. 11am-5pm 10 10 Huntly General Store offers coffee and food as well as a range 4. HEATHCOTE II Bio-Dynamic Wines and Beer 503 Heathcote-Rochester Rd, 9 of local honey, preserves, textiles, crafts and cards. The Open: Sat 11am-6pm, Sun 11am- Open: Most days (phone ahead) Adelaide wineries are a stones’ throw from here with great wines Mt Camel Hill 11 5pm & Public Holidays 11am-4pm. Mayreef-Avonmore Rd, Avonmore and some offer food, music and great vistas. Other times by appointment. Ph: 0412 167 927 Epsom Ph: (03) 5432 6291, 0427 240 252 www.silverspoonestate.com.au 7 15 290 Cornella-Toolleen Rd, Toolleen www.avonmoreestatewine.com A79 Toolleen 4 C347 LOCKINGTON Ph: (03) 5433 6292 On-site accommodation available Mt Sugarloaf 5 A vibrant farming community famous for its town www.heathcote2.com channel network that features the giant ‘Locky Ness 10 Monster’. The Living Heritage Complex has an amazing Marong Mt Camel collection of farm equipment and pays homage to the A79 B240 late Kevin Sarre, the well know shearing champion. The Mt Black Cellar doors - by appointment B280 12 park and pump track are a great way to while away A790 C344 Nagambie a few hours with the kids. If you like ice cream and 13. CARRIAGES 15. ST MICHAEL’S 17. LAKE COOPER ESTATE Axedale waffles, then you need to visit Ciurleo’s. The community 549 Kotta Rd, Echuca VINEYARD 1608 Midland Hwy, Corop Ph: (03) 5483 7767 Ph: 0481 156 050 A300 owned pub is a great spot to meet the locals. 503 Pook Rd, Toolleen www.thecarriagesvineyard.com.au www.lakecooper.com.au Ph: 0427 558 786 TORRUMBARRY On-site accommodation available 18. HUMIS VINEYARD 12 11 12 11 Torrumbarry is home to one of the largest weirs in 14. HENNINGS VINEYARD 16. WHISTLING EAGLE 3730 Heathcote-Rochester Rd, Australia. This heritage listed weir and lock chamber 2562 Heathcote-Rochester Rd, 2769 Heathcote-Rochester Rd, Corop maintains the height of the Murray River, creating Colbinabbin Colbinabbin Ph: 0419 588 044 optimal conditions. It is the starting point for the Ph: (03) 5432 9266 Ph: (03) 5432 9319 www.humisvineyard.com annual Ski Race and a popular spot for www.henningsvineyard.com www.whistlingeagle.com A B C D E F G H I J fishing and recreational water activities.

Accommodation Caravan Dump Point Winery with Cellar Door Parks/Reserves CARAVANS AND MOTOR HOMES PUBLIC DUMP POINTS Cellar Door - Accredited Visitor Hospital Water Body ECHUCA F3 KYABRAM H5 ROCHESTER E6 GUNBOWER Cellar doors - online sales only Map key By Appointment Echuca Rotary Park Fauna Park Dr, Kyabram, Free Aysons Reserve Information Centre Highways 19. KENNEDY VINTNERS 21. ELLIS WINES 22. COLBINABBIN Cellar Door - 17 Rose St, Echuca 799 Burnewang Rd, Gunbower is best known as the gateway to the largest Port Picnic Bikes GIRGARRE H6 Maple Park, Corop Enquiries: Raylene Flanagan ESTATE Online Sales Sealed Roads (Donation box) Burnewang, Free inland island in Australia – Kow Swamp. Surrounding Airport Morgan Cres, Girgarre Gunbower Island is a series of meandering creeks and 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 Riverside waterways, offering a retreat for nature lovers, fishing www.colbinabbinestate.com.au Boat Ramp 52 Crofton St, Echuca Caravan Park and kayaking. Gunbower also is steeped in significant Toilets Free/guest, $15 non guests LOCKINGTON D5 1 Church St, Rochester, 20. FARMER & THE Lockington Travellers Rest history, with local aboriginal tribes living in harmony off Caravan Park Free the rich lands for thousands of years. SCIENTIST Tourist Attraction Panoo Rd, Lockington, Free A www.farmerandthescientist.com