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Victoria’s parks are more accessible than ever. Wilsons Promontory National Park and Cape Conran Coastal Park now have accommodation and equipment to make it easier for people with Just an hour’s easy drive east of a disability and their families and carers to enjoy you will begin to experience the beauty of their stay. Gippsland. There are few places in the world Cabins are equipped with ramps, electric high low where you will find such an extraordinary beds and accessible bathrooms. A personal hoist diversity of landscapes. From snow-capped is also available free of charge. mountains to lush rolling hills, rugged Be Inspired by Gippsland’s coastlines and wide sandy beaches, there is Visitors can also use all-terrain wheelchairs to access something to inspire us all. the stunning beaches or the parks’ spectacular diverse range of accessible trails. These are also available at the Grampians For visitor information visit and Point Nepean National Parks. visitor experiences and inspiredbygippsland.com.au To plan your next park adventure call Parks Victoria accommodation options. Visitor Information Centre locations and on 13 1963 or visit www.parks.vic.gov.au and phone numbers can be found on the final search by park. pages of this brochure.

2 | inspiredbygippsland.com.au Gippsland boasts a diverse range of accessible visitor experiences that are Great Alpine Rd welcoming and inclusive of people of all ages and abilities,

Sydney people with a disability, seniors and parents with young children. Bruthen A1 Mallacoota Melbourne Mt Baw Baw Whether you are seeking a family holiday, an indulgent short break or weekend getaway, A1 Cape Conran Croajingalong N.P. Walhalla Marlo Gippsland has a place for you to stay and Lakes Entrance enjoy. From the mountains to the sea you’ll C466 Paynesville M1 find accessible services, accommodation, dining, C466 Loch Sport Moe M1 Sale attractions and experiences as well as accessible walks, tracks, trails and beaches. A420 Yarragon A440 Take the time to explore, make your own Cowes discoveries and stay longer to be truly inspired B460 Tarra-Bulga N.P. San Remo Mirboo North by the diversity of Gippsland. For more holiday inspiration visit Inverloch Foster Port Albert inspiredbygippsland.com.au

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Please note: Maps and distances provided in this brochure are indicative only. Please ensure you obtain a detailed map and information before commencing your route. CONTENTS ACCESSIBLE GIPPSLAND GUIDE TO SYMBOLS All tourism experiences included in this Access for people with limited ACCESSIBLE GIPPSLAND 07 KNOW BEFORE YOU GO 08 brochure meet the following minimum access mobility including wheelchair users GUIDE TO SYMBOLS 07 VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRES 42 criteria: 1. Accessible parking – designated accessible Access for people who are blind or parking bay or sufficient space for a person have low vision BASS COAST 09 LATROBE CITY 26 with limited mobility including wheelchair

Services...... 10 Services ...... 27 users, to park and access their vehicle. Assistive Listening Systems transmit Accommodation ...... 11 Accommodation ...... 28 2. Clear accessible path of travel to entrance – clear and accessible pathway to entrance amplified sound via hearing aids, Attractions and Experiences ...... 12 Attractions and Experiences ...... 28 avoiding hazards such as street furniture or headsets or other devices Dining ...... 13 Dining ...... 30 building features. Volume Control Telephone Walks, Tracks and Trails ...... 14 3. Accessible entrance – a level threshold (no

Beaches ...... 15 PROM COUNTRY 32 steps) to the main entrance including easy to open door/s. Services ...... 33 Closed Captioning (CC) (commonly 4. Adequate circulation space – for a person BAW BAW 16 Accommodation ...... 33 known as subtitles) with limited mobility including wheelchair Services ...... 17 Dining ...... 35 users, to move around freely inside and Accessible Print Accommodation ...... 17 Attractions & Experience ...... 35 outside.

Attractions and Experiences ...... 17 Walks, Tracks and Trails ...... 36 5. Accessible toilet facilities – designated accessible toilet facility for a person with Dining ...... 19 Beaches ...... 37 limited mobility, including wheelchair users. Walks, Tracks and Trails ...... 20 Communication Access Symbol 6. Accessible room (for accommodation) – WELLINGTON 38 level threshold entry, adequate circulation

EAST GIPPSLAND 21 Services ...... 39 space and designated accessible bathroom for a person with limited mobility, including Telephone Typewriter (TTY) Services ...... 22 Accommodation ...... 39 wheelchair users. Telephone for communication with Accommodation ...... 23 Attractions and Experiences ...... 40 Some experiences meet accessibility and between deaf, hard of hearing, Dining ...... 24 Dining ...... 41 requirements above the minimum critera. speech impaired and/or hearing, Walks, Tracks and Trails ...... 24 Walks, Tracks and Trails ...... 41 Visitors are encouraged to contact persons businesses directly if they have specific access Beaches ...... 25 Victorian Accredited Visitor requirements. Information Centre

6 | inspiredbygippsland.com.au Accessible GIPPSLAND | 7 KNOW BEFORE YOU GO Be safe around and on the water BASS COAST Just 90 minutes from Melbourne, the Most water-related accidents can be avoided The National Relay Service picturesque Bass Coast awaits. Stunning by knowing how to stay safe and following a (NRS) 133 677 surf beaches and laidback coastal village few simple guidelines: An Australian wide phone service. If you are vibes see singles, couples and families deaf or have a hearing or speech impairment • Always swim between the red and yellow flags on the beach flocking to experience this haven for you can make your Gippsland holiday inquiries water-based activities. to the tourism experiences listed in the • Always supervise children near water brochure via the NRS on 133 677 at no • Never swim alone additional charge. • Know how to identify a rip current Contacting emergency services • Pay attention to warnings and information signs If you find yourself in an emergency which • Look before you leap and never turn your is either life threatening or where time is back on the sea critical, you can contact fire services, police or ambulance: • Have lifejackets for all on board a boat • by TTY - dial 106 • Do not drink alcohol and either swim, surf, fish from the rocks or operate a boat. • by internet relay and ask for Triple Zero (000), or • By ordinary phone - dial 1800 555 727 and Gippsland wide services ask for Triple Zero (000). PUBLIC TRANSPORT VICTORIA Mobile Phones 1800 800 007 Be aware that mobile phones may not work in www.ptv.vic.gov.au some remote parts of Gippsland. TRAVELLERS AID Accessibility of Beaches, Walks, Tracks 03 9654 2600 and Trails www.travellersaid.org.au Accessibility in the outdoors can be affected by weather conditions. Contact the local Visitor Travellers Aid Australia centres offer support Information Centre to discuss whether the services and transport information for pathways and conditions are right for you. passengers, particularly people with special National Parks needs. There are two main centres in the If visiting a national park always check with Melbourne CBD. Parks Victoria before travelling for up to date V/LINE information on the status of tracks and any www.vline.com.au relevant warnings. V/Line provides long haul and Gippsland www.parks.vic.gov.au regional accessible train and coach services. 13 19 63

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PHILLIP ISLAND BUS LINES HOSPITALITY KIT WHEELIES REST RIPPLES N TONIC 44-46 The Concourse, Cowes, Phillip Island Phillip Island Visitor Information Centre 172 Smiths Beach Road, Smiths Beach, 5 Silverleaves Avenue, Silverleaves, Phillip 03 5952 2500 895 Phillip Island Road, Newhaven, Phillip Phillip Island Island www.phillipislandbuslines.com.au Island 03 9320 9550 0439 699 933 www.ripplesntonic.com.au Accessible buses and taxis. 1300 366 422 www.wheeliesrest.org www.basscoast.vic.gov.au Comprises a fully self-contained holiday house Fully self contained designated accessible holiday house, located on the beach front at Available free of charge. and separate unit, purpose built for wheelchair BEACH WHEELCHAIRS access, located close to Smiths Beach. Silverleaves Beach. Kit can increase the comfort and safety for Hippocampe visitors who are deaf or hard of hearing using Inverloch Visitor Information Centre accommodation services. ALVINA HOLIDAY COTTAGES INVERLOCH VIEWS ACCOMMODATION 16 A’Beckett Street, Inverloch 422 Ventnor Road, Ventnor, Phillip Island 2/9 Scarborough Street, Inverloch 1300 762 433 FOCUS ON LIFESTYLE 03 5956 8416 0407 100 070 www.basscoast.vic.gov.au 7/28 The Concourse, Cowes, Phillip Island www.alvina.com.au www.inverlochviews.com Available free of charge. 03 5952 3352 Five fully self contained 2 and 3 bedroom Fully self contained designated accessible Packs into a transportable bag. Mobility aids and lifestyle products. cottages purpose built for wheelchair access, luxury boutique holiday apartment, located on 15 acres. near Anderson Inlet. All Terrain

Focus on Lifestyle ACCESS RESOURCES RACV INVERLOCH RESORT THE ISLAND ACCOMMODATION 7/28 The Concourse, Cowes, Phillip Island Council 70 Cape Paterson-Inverloch Road, Inverloch The Big Wave Complex 03 5952 3352 76 McBride Avenue, Wonthaggi 03 5674 0000 10-12 Phillip Island Tourist Road, Newhaven, www.basscoast.vic.gov.au 1300 BCOAST (226 278) www.racv.com.au Phillip Island Available free of charge. www.basscoast.vic.gov.au 03 5956 6123 A range of designated accessible luxury Can be dismantled for transportation in a A range of detailed access resources and accommodation options including ocean view www.theislandaccommodation.com.au large vehicle. guides for tourism experiences in Bass Coast. rooms, villas and deluxe cabins with views over Purpose built eco-friendly accommodation and Anderson Inlet. complex with a range of designated accessible rooms all with a shared designated accessible bathroom.

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PHILLIP ISLAND NATURE PARKS NATIONAL VIETNAM VETERANS MUSEUM MARU KOALA & ANIMAL PARK THE FORESHORE RESTAURANT 03 5951 2800 25 Veterans Drive, Newhaven, Philip Island 1650 , Grantville 11 Beach Road, Rhyll, Phillip Island www.penguins.org.au 03 5956 6400 03 5678 8548 03 5956 9520 www.vietnamvetsmuseum.org www.marukoalapark.com.au www.theforeshore.com.au 246 Samuel Amess Drive, A unique Museum which seeks to remember, An award winning and family fun attraction Churchill Island, Phillip Island interpret and understand the experience providing the opportunity to have close Enjoy farm activities, explore the historical of the veterans of the Vietnam War and the encounters with a range of Australian animals. SILVERWATER RESORT - WATERMARK grounds and soak up the tranquil scenery. enduring impact of the war on society. RESTAURANT 17 Potters Hill Road, San Remo

Koala Conservation Centre RHYLL TROUT & BUSH TUCKER FARM 1800 033 403 1810 Phillip Island Tourist Road, STATE COAL MINE, WONTHAGGI 30 Rhyll-Newhaven Road, Rhyll, Phillip Island www.silverwaterresort.com.au Cowes, Phillip Island 19 Garden Street, Wonthaggi 03 5956 9255 Explore the eucalypt woodland and come 03 5672 3053 www.rhylltroutandbushtucker.com.au ‘face-to-face’ with koalas in their natural www.parks.vic.gov.au MANNA GUM AT BROADBEACH habitat. Fish for rainbow trout and learn about the The only historic coal mine experience in the local bush tucker. 5 Lindsay Close, Inverloch Nobbies Centre Southern Hemisphere, offering interactive fun 03 5674 1199 1320 Ventnor Road, Summerlands, and interest for the whole family both above www.manna-gum.com.au Phillip Island and below ground. PHILLIP ISLAND TEN PIN BOWLING & ENTERTAINMENT CENTRE Offering spectacular coastal scenery, viewing of the offshore seal colony at Seal Rocks and 91-97 Settlement Road, Cowes, Phillip Island HARRY’S ON THE ESPLANADE nesting seabird colonies. 03 5952 3977 Level 1/17 The Esplanade, Cowes www.pitenpin.com.au Phillip Island Penguin Parade 03 5952 6226 1019 Ventnor Road, Summerlands, Catering for all ages, abilities and standards with ten pin bowling, pool tables and a ‘Lazer www.harrysrestaurant.com.au Phillip Island Zone’. Experience the magic of watching penguins emerging from the sea at sunset and waddling across the beach to their sand dune burrows.

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YOUKI’S LICENSED JAPANESE TAPAS BAR INVERLOCH FORESHORE WALKING RHYLL MANGROVE BOARDWALK AND SMITHS BEACH 97 Church Street, Cowes, Phillip Island TRACK WALKING TRACK Smiths Beach Road, Smiths Beach, 03 5952 3339 Distance: 2.5km one way Distance: Green Loop 1.2Km return Phillip Island www.youkis.com.au Start/Finish: Cuttriss to Abbott Streets, Start/Finish: Conservation Hill Car Park, A beautiful and very popular surf beach which Inverloch Cowes-Rhyll Road, Rhyll, Phillip Island has 1 to 3 foot waves. Designated accessible Wide concrete pathway along the Inverloch The track comprises of compacted gravel and car parking and toilet available. PHILLIP ISLAND RSL foreshore providing views across Anderson timber boardwalks and provides good bird 03 5952 1004 Inlet and links to town. Designated accessible observing opportunities. Ample car parking www.pirsl.com.au car parking and toilets available. and designated accessible toilet. ANDERSON INLET Rotary Centenary Park, Ramsey Boulevard,

WONTHAGGI WORKMEN’S CLUB Inverloch NOBBIES UPPER BOARDWALKS BASS COAST 03 5672 1083 Enjoy long walks on compact sand at low tide, Distance: 700m return www.wonthaggiworkmens.com Distance: 17 kms one way fishing or rock pooling. Designated accessible Start/Finish: Nobbies Visitors Centre, 1320 Start/Finish: Wonthaggi Visitor Information car parking and toilets available. Ventnor Road, Summerlands, Phillip Island Centre, 1 Bent Street (corner Bass Highway), THE WONTHAGGI CLUB Enjoy spectacular coastal viewing from the Wonthaggi or Anderson Bus Interchange, 03 5672 1007 boardwalks and lookout points to Seal Rocks. Bass Highway, Anderson WOOLAMAI BEACH Designated accessible car parking and toilets www.wonthaggiclub.com.au The only coastal rail trail in Australia! The Woolamai Beach Road, Cape Woolamai, available. trail comprises mostly of fine gravel and Phillip Island crosses through coastal and farmland areas Longest, most exposed and renowned surf and the townships of and . beach on Phillip Island and home to Woolamai WALKS, TRACKS AND TRAILS WONTHAGGI WETLANDS WALKING Designated accessible car parking and toilet. TRACK Surf Life Saving Club (SLSC). Designated accessible car parking and toilet. CHURCHILL ISLAND WALKING TRACKS Distance: 2km return Distance: North Point Loop Track 2.5km return Start/Finish: Wonthaggi Visitor Information Distance: Island Loop Track 5km return Centre, 1 Bent Street (corner Bass Highway), Start/Finish: Churchill Island Visitor Wonthaggi Information Centre Scenic trail over boardwalks and compacted Tracks comprise of compacted gravel and offer gravel tracks with bird watching opportunities. magnificent views across . Designated Designated accessible car parking and toilet accessible car parking and toilet available. available.

14 | inspiredbygippsland.com.au Accessible GIPPSLAND | 15 BAW BAW Experience the natural beauty of Baw SERVICES ATTRACTIONS AND EXPERIENCES Baw. Discover breathtaking scenery, adventure, quaint villages and witness TAXIS PTY LTD ALPINE TROUT FARM history come to life! 1 Smith Street, Warragul 115 Mt Baw Baw Tourist Road, Noojee 03 5623 2318 03 5628 9584 Servicing all areas including Warragul, Drouin, www.alpinetroutfarm.com.au Trafalgar and Neerim South. Wheelchair Open daily from 9.30am – 5.00pm accessible vehicles available. Free Entry Bring the kids along for a family day out fishing for trout and salmon. Accessible fishing ACCOMMODATION located at the tanks and barbeque facilities are available to cook up your catch. WALHALLA’S STAR HOTEL Main Road, Walhalla BURKE STREET PARK 03 5165 6262 Burke Street, Warragul www.starhotel.com.au 03 5624 2411 The Star Hotel provides luxury accommodation Burke Street Park features play and multi and quality restaurant dining in a relaxed sensory equipment including a Liberty Swing atmosphere in the heart of beautiful Walhalla. for people with limited mobility. It also offers The hotel has four ground floor rooms and one accessible pathways, seating and a picnic purpose built accessible room. shelter.

WARRAGUL VIEWS MOTOR INN DARNUM MUSICAL VILLAGE 50 Rulemont Road, Warragul 14 Stuart Street, Darnum 03 5623 5222 03 5627 8235 www.warragulviewsmotorinn.com.au www.darnummusicalvillage.com.au Just one hour from Melbourne, Warragul Open daily from 10:00am Views Motor in offers spacious and modern accommodation with one wheelchair The Darnum Musical Village is a unique accessible room available. experience that showcases collections of musical instruments dating through the ages.

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MT BAW BAW ALPINE RESORT ADAPTIVE TOWN AND COUNTRY GALLERY WEST GIPPSLAND ARTS CENTRE, THE OUTPOST RETREAT AND SNOWSPORTS PROGRAM Service Lane, 111 , Yarragon WARRAGUL TRADING POST 32 Currawong Rd, Mt Baw Baw, Victoria 03 5634 2229 Civic Place, Warragul 38 Loch Valley Road, Noojee 03 5165 1136 www.townandcountrygallery.com.au 03 5624 2456 03 5628 9669 www.mountbawbaw.com.au Open daily from 10:00am www.wgac.com.au www.theoutpostretreat.com Open daily during the winter season. This award winning gallery showcases a West Gippsland Arts Centre is a major

The Adaptive Snowsports Program unique and ever-changing array of fine art and performing arts, cultural and community centre WARRAGUL COUNTRY CLUB enables individuals with physical, sensory handcrafted works by Australian artisans. presenting a wide variety of performances, and intellectual disabilities to learn to ski events and festivals. Designated wheelchair 41 Sutton Street, Warragul and have fun in the snow. The resort has spaces are available in the first four rows of 03 5623 2135 instructors trained and experienced to teach WALHALLA GOLDFIELDS RAILWAY the theatre and a hearing-assistance loop www.warragulcountryclub.com.au adaptive snowsports and specialist adaptive Walhalla Station, Walhalla connecting with hearing appliances is available. ski equipment including a Sit Ski to enable 03 5165 6280 Book ahead and check the website for details and upcoming events. individuals with limited mobility to ski the www.walhallarail.com.au WILD DOG WINERY mountain. Warragul-Korumburra Road, Warragul Open all seasons. Check website for details. The Walhalla Goldfields Railway provides 03 5623 2211 NICKELBY AT DARNUM access to a nature based experience in DINING www.wilddogwinery.com Stringer’s Gorge for people with limited 308 Darnum Shady Creek Road, Darnum mobility. Ramps onto the train make boarding BRANDY CREEK WINERY 03 5627 8121 WARRAGUL DOWNTOWNER easy for all visitors. 570 Buln Buln Road, Drouin East www.nickelbyatdarnum.com.au 55 Victoria Street, Warragul 03 5625 4498 Open Wed-Sun 10:00am to 5:00pm and 03 5623 1520 www.brandycreekwines.com.au Public Holidays WARRAGUL CIVIC PARK www.warraguldowntowner.com.au Nickelby at Darnum is a working Alpaca farm Civic Place, Warragul where you can meet the animals and browse 03 5624 2411 SCENE AT PARNASSUS the gift store for an array of Alpaca wool Warragul Civic park is a stunning park in the 180 Lardners Track, Drouin East products. heart of Warragul. With two playgrounds, a rotunda, a water fountain lake and immaculate 03 5626 8522

gardens. The park is easily accessible from www.sceneatparnassus.com.au sealed paths, with plenty of parking.

18 | inspiredbygippsland.com.au Accessible GIPPSLAND | 19 WALKS, TRACKS AND TRAILS BAW BAW EAST GIPPSLAND East Gippsland boasts spectacular scenery, rugged alpine and coastal TWO TOWNS TRAIL landscapes, the magnificent Distance: 8km one way Croajingolong National Park and the Start/Finish: Civic Park Drouin to Rotary Gippsland Lakes. Park Warragul Wide concrete pathway linking the two towns of Drouin and Warragul. The track offers views to the Baw Baw and . Trail links with Linear Park Trail at Warragul end.

LOCH VALLEY TRAMWAY WALK Distance: 5km return Start/Finish: McCarthy Spur Road, Noojee Follows the course of one of the historic tramlines in Noojee through rainforest, ferns and mountain ash trees. Seating located at several points on the track.

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ALL-TERRAIN BEACH WHEELCHAIRS Accessibility Equipment includes: BAIRNSDALE MOTEL.COM CAPE CONRAN WILDERNESS RETREAT Cape Conran Coastal Park Cabins and • Mobile Personal Hoist (Model 205EE) and 42 , Bairnsdale Cape Conran Coastal Park Cabins and Camping, Yeerung Road, Cape Conran general purpose head support slings 03 5152 1933 Camping, Yeerung Road, Cape Conran 03 5154 8438 • Shower Commode Chair with swing-up www.bairnsdalemotel.com.au 03 5154 8438 www.parks.vic.gov.au arms Bairnsdale Motel is a modern motel www.parks.vic.gov.au www.conran.net.au • Adjustable Toilet Seat Raiser accommodation on edge of town. The www.conran.net.au Free hire for park visitors. • Arm Chair and Utility Chair with adjustable spacious motel offers one accessible room. This one bedroom compartment and a height feature All-terrain wheelchairs are available for adults living area is opened up to create one large • An electric high/low bed with a knee break accessible room. The gradient of the path and children with significant physical disabilities COULL WATERS feature available in Cabin No3. may be challenging for some manual chair to explore the great outdoors. The chairs are 31 Maurice Avenue, Mallacoota suited for sandy and semi rough tracks, making operators and carers. Call ahead. it easier to access the many stunning trails at 03 5158 0551 Cape Conran. A TrailRider chair is also available DISABLED PARKING BROCHURE www.coullwaters.com.au EAGLE POINT COTTAGES and is suited for adults and older children. Best 03 5152 3444 This accessible apartment is conveniently located 90 Jones Road, Eagle Point access to the beach using the chair is at Sailors www.eastgippsland.vic.gov.au at the front of the block and is a single level 03 5156 0065 Grave Day Visitor Area. This detailed accessible parking brochure for apartment with three bedrooms, a bathroom, an www.eaglepointcottages.com.au East Gippsland is available at East Gippsland open plan living area and large kitchen. Visitor Information Centres and online. Eagle Point Cottages offers two purpose built ACCESSIBILITY EQUIPMENT cottages which are specially designed for people Cape Conran Coastal Park Cabins and CAPE CONRAN CABIN 1 with disabilities. Disability aids are also available. Camping, Yeerung Road, Cape Conran HOSPITALITY KIT Cape Conran Coastal Park Cabins and

03 5154 8438 Bairnsdale Visitor Information Centre, 240 Camping, Yeerung Road, Cape Conran www.parks.vic.gov.au Main Street, Bairnsdale 03 5154 8438 BAIRNSDALE INTERNATIONAL www.conran.net.au 1800 637 060 www.parks.vic.gov.au 355 Main Street, Bairnsdale Free hire for park visitors. The kit is designed to support the comfort www.conran.net.au 03 5152 8300 A range of special equipment is available for and safety of people who are deaf or hard Self-contained cabin with kitchen and www.bairnsdaleinternational.com.au the park accommodation at Cape Conran of hearing when accessing accommodation/ bathroom facilities. It has an accessible Bairnsdale International offers three accessible Coastal Park to make your stay more public venues by providing a range of entrance and has bathroom facilities suitable rooms, a restaurant and bar. comfortable. accessible hearing resources available to hire. for most wheelchairs. The cabin is built on a slight slope with disabled parking available in front of the cabin.

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WATERFRONT RETREAT AT WATTLE POINT RSL BAIRNSDALE SNOWY RIVER ESTUARY WALK LAKES ENTRANCE MAIN BEACH AND 200 Wattle Point Road, Forge Creek 2 Forge Creek Road, Bairnsdale Marlo Coastal Reserve, Jorgenson St, Marlo SURF LIFESAVING CLUB 03 5157 7517 03 5152 3928 Distance: 5.1km one way Located over the Lakes Entrance footbridge. www.wattlepointholiday.com.au www.rslbairnsdale.com.au Start: Jorgensen Street Marlo The Main Beach is an ideal beach for family Stay in four star secluded cedar cabins Finish: Mots Beach activities. A beach Wheelchair, Kiosk and overlooking sea lakes or nestled in acres of The walk provides breathtaking elevated views accessible toilets are available at the Surf Club. pristine Banksia, Wattle and Eucalypt forest. THE BAIRNSDALE CLUB of the estuary, river mouth and excellent vantage The beach is patrolled only in summer. Stay Despatch and Beluga cabins are both fully between the flags at all times and avoid the rips. 68 Nicholson Street, Bairnsdale points to observe birdlife and other inhabitants accessible self-contained cabins. in the backwaters and wetlands. There are stairs 03 5152 4301 to access the beach. Parking is available along the walk until Mill Street and also at Mots Beach SPORTING AND CONVENTION CENTRE car park. Accessible toilet available at Marlo DINING 117 Great Alpine Road, Bairnsdale playground at the start of the walk. 03 5152 5242 FERRYMANS SEAFOOD CAFÉ Middle Boat Harbour, The Esplanade, Lakes Entrance BEACHES 03 5155 3000 WALKS, TRACKS AND TRAILS www.ferrymans.com.au BETKA BEACH, MALLACOOTA Access via lift. LAKES ENTRANCE FORESHORE WALK The mouth of the Betka River, Betka Road AND FOOTBRIDGE Betka Beach is a beautiful sheltered beach The Esplanade, Lakes Entrance NEW LEAF CAFÉ beside Betka River that is perfect for children Distance: 2.7km one way 19 Dalmahoy Street, Bairnsdale and families. The beach also has excellent Start: Footbridge, Lakes Entrance 03 5150 1132 picnic, lookout and toilet facilities. The beach is Finish: Just before Short Street, Lakes Entrance not patrolled. Flat paved heritage linked waterside walk NULLAMUNJIE OLIVE OIL AND PRESSING through town and along back lake. SHED CAFE 290 Bindi Road, Tongio 0434 120 900 or 03 5159 4455 www.nullamunjie.com.au

24 | inspiredbygippsland.com.au Accessible GIPPSLAND | 25 LATROBE CITY Just 90 minutes from Melbourne, you’ll SERVICES LATROBE CITY find adventure or relaxation, events and history, fine local food and wine and AUSTRALIAN HOME CARE GMS REHABILITATION quality accommodation options. 59 Breed Street, Traralgon 154 Princes Highway, Traralgon 1300 303 770 03 5176 1238 e: [email protected] www.gmsrehab.com.au GMS Rehabilitation offers a selection of rehabilitation equipment for purchase and hire CALVARY SILVER CIRCLE for visitors to the region. Gippsland Service Centre 213A Princes Drive, Morwell 1300 660022 BUS LINES e: [email protected] 03 5134 2055 Services include respite, personal, private, 24 www.lvbl.com.au hour and overnight care, transport, homecare Latrobe Valley Bus Lines provides bus services and case management. between and within the towns in the Latrobe Valley. Almost all services are wheelchair accessible, check timetable for details and SOUTHERN CROSS CARE book ahead. Gippsland Region Care Packages 241 Princes Drive, Morwell 03 5133 0633 LATROBE CITY TAXI SERVICES e: [email protected] All Taxi services have wheelchair accessible vehicles. Services include respite, personal, homecare and case management. Morwell Taxis 5134 4772 Moe City Taxis 5127 1633 Traralgon Taxis 5174 6511 VISTA COMMUNITY SUPPORT – GIPPSLAND Churchill Taxis 5122 1000 58-60 Commercial Road, Morwell 03 5135 4300 www.vistasupport.org.au

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BRIDGES ON ARGYLE 5353 Princes Highway, Traralgon MORWELL CENTENARY ROSE GARDEN LAKE HYLAND 84-90 Argyle Street, Traralgon 03 5174 6749 Maryvale Crescent, Morwell Mackeys Road Churchill 03 5116 7800 www.parklaneholidayparks.com.au 03 5134 3342 03 5128 5422 www.traralgonmotel.com.au Park Lane is a family fun holiday park with www.morwellrosegarden.com.au www.dpi.vic.gov.au Bridges on Argyle is a four star caravan sites and a range of cabin type Open daily. Open 7 days. accommodation in Traralgon’s CBD located accommodation. One accessible cabin is Proudly showcasing over 3000 rose bushes Lake Hyland has five comfortable fishing just 500m away from the main street. Two available. in four acres of manicured lawns and garden platforms with disabled access, picnic shelter accessible rooms, one on ground floor and with electric barbeques, picnic tables, toilets, beds. Parking at Morwell Senior Citizens car one accessible by lift. park and accessible toilets on Hazelwood fitness station, children’s playground and a Road. The best time to view is between walking track which encircles the lake.

November and April. CENTURY INN 5 Airfield Road and Cnr Princes Highway, ATTRACTIONS AND EXPERIENCES OLD GIPPSTOWN, GIPPSLAND’S Traralgon SAILABILITY - LATROBE VALLEY HERITAGE VILLAGE 03 5173 9400 LATROBE REGIONAL GALLERY YACHT CLUB Lloyd Street, Moe www.centuryinn.com.au 138 Commercial Road, Morwell Hazelwood Pondage, Midland Highway, Yinnar 03 5127 3082 Modern motel with three accessible rooms, 03 5128 5700 South www.gippslandheritagepark.com.au www.latroberegionalgallery.com restaurant / Cafe and conventions centre. 03 5633 2331 Open daily 10:00am to 4:00pm. Open 10.00am – 5.00pm Monday to Friday www.lvyc.org.au Step back in time and experience Gippsland as and 11.00am – 4.00pm on weekends. Open one Friday per month. Call ahead to it once was. Check the website for events. QUALITY INN CONVENTION CENTRE Seven gallery spaces and a sculpture courtyard book. 5601 Princes Highway, Traralgon showcasing an annual program of state and Sailability is truly “sailing for everyone”. 03 5173 7500 national touring exhibitions and permanent Experience the thrill of sailing on the warm www.latrobeconvention.com.au exhibitions. Other features include restaurant, waters of Hazelwood Pondage with the accessible toilet facilities and lift. Easy Listener Motel and Convention Centre with one assistance of accessible equipment and helpful available. accessible room. Onsite cafe, restaurant, tennis staff. court, pool and gym with the Traraglon Golf

Club adjoining the property.

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CAFÉ QU BAH AMIGO MEXICAN RESTAURANT RED ANNEX CAFÉ TRARALGON BOWLS CLUB Shop 101, Mid Valley Shopping Centre, 7 Princes Highway, Traralgon Shop 4, 19-23 Seymour Street, Traralgon Gwalia Street and Liddiard Road, Traralgon Princes Highway, Morwell 03 5174 9521 03 5176 4351 03 5174 2156 03 5133 0777 www.traralgonbowls.com.au

CAFÉ EVVIVA ROYAL EXCHANGE HOTEL FAMILY ITALIAN AUSTRALIAN SPORTING AND Stockland Traralgon, Franklin Street entrance, BISTRO TRARALGON VINEYARD RESTAURANT SOCIAL CLUB Traralgon 64 Princes Highway, Traralgon AND FUNCTION CENTRE Emilio’s Restaurant, 499-501 Princes Drive, 03 5174 9455 03 5174 1281 140 Burnets Road, Traralgon Morwell www.royalexchange-vic.com.au 03 5174 0557

03 5134 3541 www.traralgonvineyard.com.au www.italianaustralianclub.com.au DAL MONDO CAFÉ RESTAURANT 7 Post Office Place Traralgon TERRACE CAFÉ 03 5176 6977 Century Inn - 5 Airfield Road, Traralgon ZEN X MORWELL BOWLING CLUB 03 5173 9400 Shop 4, 19-23 Seymour Street, Traralgon Hazelwood Road, Morwell www.centuryinn.com.au GLUTOPIA CAFÉ AND TRARALGON ICE 03 5176 4567 03 5134 3449 CREAMERY www.zen-x.com.au www.morwellbowls.com.au Shop 4/27 Princes Highway, Traralgon THE GALLERY 03 5174 9733 Quality Inn Latrobe Convention Centre OG’S ON LLOYD 5601 Princes Highway, Traralgon Old Gippstown, Lloyd Street, Moe GREEN OLIVE 03 5173 7500 03 5127 3082 Shop 1, 149 Argyle Street, Traralgon www.latrobeconvention.com.au 03 5176 6669

SILKS RESTAURANT ON GEORGE www.green-olive.com.au

50 George Street, Moe

03 5127 7665 IIMIS CAFÉ 28 Seymour Street, Traralgon 03 5174 4577

30 | inspiredbygippsland.com.au Accessible GIPPSLAND | 31 PROM COUNTRY A leisurely two-hour drive from SERVICES PROM COUNTRY Melbourne, Prom Country is renowned for its spectacular scenery, unspoilt ACCESSIBILITY EQUIPMENT ALL-TERRAIN WHEELCHAIRS beaches, towering forests and farm-fresh Wilsons Promontory National Park Wilsons Promontory National Park produce. Prom Country is also home to Information Centre, Tidal River Information Centre, Tidal River Wilsons Promontory National Park. 03 5680 9555 03 5680 9555 www.parks.vic.gov.au www.parks.vic.gov.au Free hire for park visitors. Free hire for park visitors. A range of special equipment is available for All-terrain wheelchairs, a TrailRider and beach the park accommodation at Tidal River to wheelchairs are available for park visitors with make your stay more comfortable. Equipment significant physical disabilities to explore the includes: great outdoors within the park. A beach access • Mobile personal hoist (Model 205EE) wheelchair is also available for children. You may need to bring your own bike helmet. Call • Shower commode chair ahead for details. • Adjustable toilet seat raiser • Arm & utility chair with adjustable height feature To book contact Wilsons Promontory National Park Information Centre. ACCOMMODATION

A FARE WITH NATURE @ PROM ROAD FARM 718 Foster Promontory Road Foster 03 5687 1111 www.afarewithnature.com.au In-house accommodation providing guests the opportunity to get back-to-nature. Relax and enjoy stunning sunrises and views. The ground floor for accommodation is accessible.

Photo: Tony Middleton.

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BELLVIEW HILL BED AND BREAKFAST PROM COAST HOLIDAY LODGE AND TOORA TOURIST PARK CAFE ESCARGOT 270 Soldiers Rd, Loch COTTAGES Hwy, Toora Cafe Escargot 03 5659 7285 1075 Waratah Rd, Waratah North 03 5686 2257 10 Old Nichols Rd, Mirboo North www.bellviewhill.com.au 03 568 4 1110 www.tooratouristpark.com.au 03 5668 1589 www.promcoastholidaylodge.com.au Beautiful accommodation with sweeping views Toora Tourist Park is a four star caravan park www.mirboonorth.vic.au/cafe-escargot of the Strzelecki Ranges. Gourmet meals Prom Coast Holiday Lodge is a group overlooking the beautiful Wilsons Promontory utilising Gippsland produce are a speciality of accommodation complex only five minutes National Park at the foot of the Strzelecki Bellview Hill. Extra accessible features can be to the beach at Waratah Bay and Sandy Point. Ranges. One accessible cabin is available. HARD LOCH CAFÉ arranged when booking. The property features one luxury accessible 10 Smith St, Loch lodge and cottage which sleeps up to four 03 5659 4466 people. BLACK COCKATOO HOUSE DINING

60 Foley Rd, Yanakie SHEOAK AND WIRILDA CABINS LEONGATHA RSL 03 5687 1306 ATTRACTIONS & EXPERIENCE Wilsons Promontory Wilsons Promontory www.blackcockatoo.com Tidal River, Wilsons Promontory National Park Cnr Smith St and Michael Place, Leongatha Black Cockatoo House provides stylish FOSTER NORTH LOOKOUT 03 5680 9555 03 5662 2747 comfortable self-contained accessible South Gippsland Hwy, Foster North www.parks.vic.gov.au www.leongatharsl.com.au accommodation. Located near the entrance of Foster North Lookout overlooks the stunning Wilsons Promontory National Park the house The cabins are self-contained with two , rolling green hills of South offers magnificent sea views. bedrooms, single electric high-low bed, Gippsland to the famous Wilsons Promontory accessible bathroom, kitchen/living room and RAINBOW PALACE National Park. (Visitors please note that there

outside deck. One bedroom has a queen size Rainbow Palace are no accessible toilet facilities at this site. FISH CREEK BED AND BREAKFAST bed and the second bedroom has a bunk bed 64 Commercial St, Korumburra Closest accessible toilet located in Foster). 65 Old Waratah Road, Fish Creek and a single electric high-low bed. 03 5655 1670 03 5683 2599

www.fishcreekbeds.com.au Purpose built environmentally friendly facility with welcoming, experienced, multilingual hosts. One easy access suite is available with large ensuite and extra space.

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LYRE BIRD HILL WINERY LILLY PILLY GULLY NATURE WALK THE GREAT SOUTHERN RAIL TRAIL NORMAN BEACH, WILSONS 370 Inverloch-Koonwarra Road Koonwarra Wilsons Promontory National Park www.visitpromcountry.com.au PROMONTORY NATIONAL PARK 03 5664 3204 www.parks.vic.gov.au Distance: 49km one way Tidal River, Wilsons Promontory National Park 03 5680 9555 www.lyrebirdhill.com.au Distance: 2.6km one way From Leongatha the trails goes through Start and finish: Lilly Pilly Gully car park Koonwarra, Meeniyan, Buffalo, Fish Creek www.parks.vic.gov.au Opening hours subject to season. This easy walk provides a glimpse into the to Charity Lane, Foster. The terrain is gentle The Norman Beach Day visitor area is Lyre Bird Hill Winery features a welcoming Prom’s forested interior, traversing heathland, and accessible for wheelchairs. The Rail Trail accessed by following the Main Road through cellar door with free wine tastings of cool eucalypt forest and a boardwalk through is currently being extended from Foster to the Tidal River camping and accommodation climate red and white table wines, sparkling stands of warm temperate rainforest. After Welshpool. The first stage Foster to Toora is area. It consists of a large carpark, picnic tables, wines and dessert wines. Enjoy beautiful rose soaking up the magic of the rainforest, retrace completed. covered gas barbecues and an accessible gardens, BBQ and picnic facilities. your steps to the car park. Car parking and Accessible sections include: toilet/shower block. accessible toilets available. Start: Meeniyan to Stony Creek

Start: Leongatha to Koonwarra WILSONS PROMONTORY NATIONAL PARK Start: Fish Creek to Lowrys Rd Park office, Tidal River LOO ERRN TRACK 03 5680 9555 Wilsons Promontory www.parks.vic.gov.au Tidal River, Wilsons Promontory National Park VENUS BAY – TARWIN LOWER SHARED Open daily. The Prom is one of Victoria’s 03 5680 9555 PATHWAY most-loved places. At the southernmost tip www.parks.vic.gov.au www.visitpromcountry.com.au of mainland Australia, it offers spectacular scenery of huge granite mountains, open forest, Distance: 1km one way. Distance: 5km one way rainforest, sweeping beaches and coastlines. Start/Finish: Start at the picnic area in Start: Venus Bay. The pathway follows the Wilsons Prom has a range of accessible beaches, opposite the Visitor Centre or at First Ramp banks of the Tarwin River accommodation options, free accessible on the west end of 6th Avenue. The track Enjoy a scenic and easy walk or ride between equipment hire and facilities within the park. follows the south bank of Tidal River and two towns that follows the banks of the Tarwin Accessible toilets can be found throughout Tidal provides access to the Tidal River footbridge River on a gently undulating compacted gravel River. For more information call the park office. and fishing platforms. shared pathway.

36 | inspiredbygippsland.com.au Accessible GIPPSLAND | 37 WELLINGTON Two hours east of Melbourne, SERVICES WELLINGTON Wellington is located in the heart of Gippsland stretching from the beauty ACCESS REHABILITATION EQUIPMENT FROG GULLY COTTAGES of Victoria’s high country to the Ninety 156 York Street Sale 2419 Rosedale/Longford Road, Longford Mile Beach. 1300 723 830 03 5149 7242 www.accessrehabequip.com.au www.froggully.com.au Open daily Contemporary accessible cottages offer Supplying a range of wheelchairs, walking and comfortable modern accommodation with mobility equipment, pressure care and daily additional self-contained conveniences. living aids.

HOOKED INN COTTAGES - KIDNEY DIALYSIS UNIT KOOKABURRA COTTAGE Health Service 79 Old Port Foreshore Road, Port Albert 155 Guthridge Parade, Sale 03 5183 2339 03 5143 8170 www.hookedinncottages.com.au www.cghs.com.au Kookaburra Cottage is purpose built for access To enquire about holiday dialysis contact the and mobility, with a hard stand car park, roll in friendly staff. entry, more than ample circulation space, large master bedroom and accessible bathroom.

ACCOMMODATION QUEST APARTMENTS 180–184 York Street, Sale BLITHE SPIRIT ACCOMMODATION 03 5142 0900 21 Wharf Street, Port Albert www.questapartments.com.au 03 5183 2399 Quest Sale offers a range of studio, one, two www.blithespiritportalbert.com.au and three bedroom serviced apartments, each B&B style wheelchair friendly accommodation offering fully equipped kitchens and laundry. on the water’s edge of historical Port Albert with spectacular 270 degree views of Corner Inlet and Wilson’s Promontory.

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ESSO BHP BILLITON WELLINGTON GIPPSLAND VEHICLE COLLECTION TARRA VALLEY PICNIC AREA PORT ALBERT SEA WALK ENTERTAINMENT CENTRE 1A Sale Road, Maffra Tarra Valley Road, Balook www.tourismwellington.com 100 Foster Street, Sale 03 5147 3223 03 5196 6166 Easy walk along Gippsland’s oldest port 03 5143 3200 www.gippslandvehiclecollection.org.au www.parks.vic.gov.au established in 1841 which remains today as www.ebbwec.com.au Open Friday to Monday 10:00am - 4:00pm. Open daily one of the few operating fishing villages on the Victorian coastline. Parking and accessible Open daily The Gippsland Vehicle Collection Motor Tarra Valley picnic area is set amongst Giant toilets. A contemporary hub for performing arts and Museum hosts an outstanding rotating display Mountain Ash and shady fronds of tree ferns. of vehicles, including veteran, classic, transport entertainment complete with theatre, versatile meeting rooms and modern café. Visit the and auto memorabilia. website for events. DINING LAKE GUTHRIDGE PRECINCT GIPPSLAND ART GALLERY SALE Guthridge Parade, Sale EQUUS CAFÉ AND RESTAURANT Port of Sale Civic Centre, www.tourismwellington.com 100 Foster Street, Sale 68 - 70 Foster Street, Sale Relax with a picnic, barbecue, or take a stroll 03 5144 3388 03 5142 3372 around the lakeside walking track. A Liberty www.ebbwec.com.au/equus www.wellington.vic.gov.au/gallery swing is available at the east end of the park Open daily and a recharge point can be found in Aqua Energy. Major exhibitions and gallery shop. RELISH AT THE GALLERY 68 - 70 Foster Street, Sale

TARRA BULGA VISITORS CENTRE 03 5144 5044 GIPPSLAND REGIONAL MARITIME MUSEUM Grand Ridge Road, Balook Tarraville Road, Port Albert 03 5196 6166 03 5183 2520 WILDFISH www.parks.vic.gov.au Opening hours subject to season 40 Wharf Street, Port Albert Open weekends and holidays 10:00am - 4:00pm Discover Gippsland’s maritime history. The 03 5183 2007 museum opened in 1976 and hosts exhibitions The Visitor Centre picnic area provides www.wildfish-restaurant.com.au and displays both indoor and out. picnic tables, barbecues, a picnic shelter and accessible toilets. After lunch, enjoy one of the walks departing from the Visitor Centre.

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To help you plan your visit call us or drop into Phillip Island Visitor Information Centre the Visitor Information Centres along the way 895 Phillip Island Road, Newhaven, to collect your visitor guides, local maps, book Phillip Island your holiday or talk to the friendly staff. 1300 366 422 Bairnsdale Visitor Information Centre Prom Country Visitor Information Centre – 240 Main Street, Bairnsdale Foster 1800 637 060 Cnr McDonald & Main Streets, Foster 1800 630 704 Cowes Visitor Information Centre 91-97 Thompson Avenue, Cowes Prom Country Visitor Information Centre – Phillip Island Korumburra 1300 366 422 , Korumburra 1800 630 704 Gippsland Food & Wine and Yarragon Visitor Information Centre Wellington Visitor Information Centre – Sale 123 Princes Highway, Yarragon 8 Princes Highway, Sale 1300 133 309 1800 677 520 Inverloch Visitor Information Centre Wonthaggi Visitor Information Centre 16 A’Beckett Street, Inverloch 1 Bent Street (Corner Bass Highway), 1300 762 433 Wonthaggi 1300 854 334 Lakes Entrance Visitor Information Centre Corner Marine Parade and Esplanade, Lakes Entrance This publication was produced by 1800 637 060 Destination Gippsland Ltd. Latrobe Visitor Information Centre Published August 2013. ‘The Old Church’, Princes Highway, Traralgon Whilst the information in this booklet is deemed to 1800 621 409 be correct, the publishers accept no responsibility for supplied information, omissions or inaccuracies. Metung Visitor Information Centre Shop 3, 50 Metung Road, Metung facebook.com/Gippsland 03 5156 2969

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