OFFICIAL VISITOR GUIDE

Loddon Valley EXPLORE THE REGION CONTENTS

Welcome 2

FEATURES Undiscovered villages, antiques and collectibles 4 Untouched wilderness 6 Water, rivers and wetlands 8 Welcome stranger ... gold! 10 Locavore – local produce & sustainable living 12 Events 14

LOCALITIES B260 15 CALDER HWY A79 A79 25 Sea Lake LODDON VALLEY B240 40 HWY B260 Explore the region 46

INFORMATION

LODDON Visitor Information Centre 54 VALLEY Travel information 54 Map 56 WIMMERA HWY B240 Bendigo Heathcote Maryborough Maldon Castlemaine

Daylesford CALDER HWY A79 Ballarat

Melbourne

SEE A DETAILED LODDON SHIRE MAP 2 ON THE LAST PAGE 1 Take a deep breath … and travel along the meandering roads. They start at untouched historic villages, weave their way up to spectacular views on granite strewn hilltops, through ancient forests, and then alongside wide flowing rivers and vast wetlands. In these charming towns you will meet warm characters who call these villages home. Lining the streets are clusters of antiques and collectible stores, and small shopfronts with some of the finest breads, meats and produce from the land. Going through, you slow down. The pace of life changes and you begin to discover something that you thought long gone. Here you will be revived, inspired.

2 3 FEATURES Undiscovered villages, antiques & collectibles INGLEWOOD, BRIDGEWATER, & EDDINGTON Wander through the region From Inglewood, to and you will discover the Bridgewater, Tarnagulla untouched villages tucked and Eddington you will beside rivers with little find these stores, with cafes to replenish your collections of beautifully supplies, vintage stores illustrated books, with unlikely finds, and kitchenalia, vintage recipes historic pubs to sample books and postcards to exceptional local produce friends long gone. Historic and hospitality. handcrafted furniture, copperware, metalwork The little-known gold and utilitarian creations — rush era villages precious remnants from scattered through the these once prosperous region are jewels in the towns — have been landscape. Their former gathered by those with supply stores are now an eye. In stores offering lost and found treasures, second-hand wares you like exquisite finely will uncover classic vinyl curated museums with LPs, vintage clothing and vintage, antique and curios from other times. collectible finds.

4 5 Untouched wilderness The region protects some of the finest wilderness and significant parklands in Victoria. From ancient forests with trees over 1,000 years old, to the shimmering grassy plains of Terrick Terrick National Park and the wildflower shrouded granite hilltops and caves of Kooyoora State Park and . Over 200 species of native flora and 100 bird species nestle in their nooks, with many rare and endangered birds and plants calling these hills and valleys home. It is in Loddon that you can camp under the gnarled and majestic trees, catch a glimpse of the Plains- wanderer, one of our most endangered birds in the State’s largest area of native grassland, and walk or cycle through forest that opens to vast spaces or alongside tree lined rivers. The country’s first TrailRider (all terrain wheelchair) is available free of charge from the Loddon Visitor Information Centre for use in the Loddon Shire and allows visitors with limited mobility to explore this beautiful environment. For further information about the TrailRider contact the Loddon Visitor Information Centre (03) 5494 3489.

6 7 Water, rivers and wetlands Known for its network of significant lakes and wetlands that feed some of the largest rivers in Victoria, here you can swim in a secluded waterhole on the , dangle your feet by the banks, witness the aquatic and migratory birds that flock to the area and glimpse a family of turtles basking in the sun. Picnic or swim by the natural infinity pool in Bridgewater, canoe down the wide rivers and small waterways in the region or enjoy the red gum lined lakes of Laanecoorie Weir or Lake . At Newbridge or Laanecoorie you can fish, or enjoy a pub lunch at Newbridge’s historic pub. If you are after something a little racier join the skiiers on the crystalline waters near Bridgewater, Laanecoorie Weir or Little Lake Boort.

8 9 Welcome stranger...gold! The pockets and valleys of Loddon hold some of the world’s richest alluvial fields, with 80% of the world’s largest nuggets discovered in the towns of Wedderburn, Inglewood, Rheola, Kingower and Tarnagulla over the past 160 years. Prospectors were originally seduced in the early 1850s, with the 71kg Welcome Stranger discovered in 1869. Today large finds are still made by professionals and amateurs alike. (We suggest a quiet chat with one of the locals to hear stories of the latest finds, and where you too can get lucky!) For further information about prospecting contact the Loddon Visitor Information Centre (03) 5494 3489 or Coiltek Gold Centre on (03) 5460 4700.

10 11 Locavore — local produce & sustainable living The lands of Loddon In Bridgewater is the traditional dry aged beef allow for true sustainable 100-year-old Laucke mill method. His locally sourced, living – whether it is that produces what is chemical free meat is akin picking up vintage pieces considered the world’s to tasting an apple straight to furnish your home, or finest bread making flour. from the tree. collecting produce from Using wheat from the Travel further north to the the nearby fields (such as local farms, the flour is farms and meet Peter and the world’s finest breads, used by ’s finest Marlies of Salute Oliva meats, olives and olive oil, artisan bakers … and in Boort and Marilyn and tomatoes, fruit and even exclusively by the local Ian of Simply Tomatoes salt). It is on these plains Bridgewater Bakery. in , or see a large too that oil In Inglewood, introduce range of Loddon’s local was first produced, and yourself to James at produce at Meat on Brooke can be purchased today to Meat on Brooke. James is in Inglewood or the Loddon complete your larder. one of only two butchers Visitor Information Centre in Australia who uses a in Wedderburn.

12 13 LOCALITIES B260 BARRAPORT Events PYRAMID HILL Loddon Valley plays host to warm and unique DURHAM OX country events. To immerse yourself in these charming, good time events, view the full BOORT Calendar of Events at www.loddon.vic.gov.au MITIAMO LODDON

VALLEY CALIVIL HIGHWAY

B260 DINGEE SERPENTINE

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BOORT BARRAPORT DURHAM OX The road follows the old Here you can explore one For something curious but 1850s Cobb & Co track of the most significant equally as awe-inspiring, to some of Victoria’s landscapes in Victoria, the travel to Barraport and treasures. First stop Aboriginal scarred trees, take in the work of the is Durham Ox on the where in these lakes and Spanner Man who creates Serpentine Creek. More of rivers over 400 Aboriginal giant sculptures out of a cross road than a town, scarred trees remain. spanners. In the past ten here is a quiet fishing spot, Seemingly frozen in time, years, wheelchair-bound an exquisite place to canoe the trees retain markings John has created over amongst the red gums and where canoes, shelters and 100 enormous sculptures undisturbed birdlife. carrying vessels were once using over 100,000 of removed. Discover this these tools. Further along This road will lead you to area for yourself or take the road is one of the Boort, the oasis of the a journey with Gulpilill’s region's farming success north or "Kakadu of the Australia to learn of this stories, Simply Tomatoes south". The open expanse exceptional heritage and Aussie Wool Quilts. of lakes in this area and unique ecological At this farm gate, Marilyn surround this pretty town environment on our will invite you to camp, on a hill, with a beautiful doorstep. dine and watch the making caravan park sitting of her range of high quality along one edge of Little wool quilt products. Lake Boort. 14 15 LODDON VALLEY HIGHWAY B260

BOORT LAKES CARAVAN PARK STAY Ideal family fun watersport park t 03 5455 2064 e [email protected] w www.boortlakescaravanpark.com.au Durham Ox Road, Boort 3537 The park is perfectly located on the shores of Little Lake Boort. (P.O. Box 73) We are easy to find and offer the complete venue for your holiday escape. Relax in our magnificent facilities and enjoy the

spectacular views of the lake. • Lake frontage holiday park • Gas refills & fridge hire available • Free BBQ • Drive thru sites • Fully equipped laundry • Shower & toilet facilities • Air Conditioned Cabins • Boat ramp within metres • Jumping pillow & basketball ring • Linen hire available for the kids • Powered & unpowered sites • Kiosk at Reception

2 Coutts Street Boort Vic. 3537 INQUIRE Telephone: 03 5451 5220 Fax: 03 5455 2388 After Hours: 03 5451 5200 (Boort District Health)

In case of emergency Dial 000

Boort Medical Practice is a busy and medical treatment available from our GP Services Include: expanding medical practice servicing On Call service at Boort District Health. Pathology collection Boort and the surrounding communities. Men's & Women’s Health New patients are welcome. Blood Pressure Checks Boort Medical Practice is led by a team Electrocardiography ( ECG), 24hr Holter Monitor of dedicated GPs; Dr Fady Malak, and Comprehensive Health Assessments and Care Plans Dr Michelle Medenilla, who are supported Asthma Management by highly trained nursing staff and Diabetes Management allied health professionals which Employment Medicals include Psychologists, Physiotherapists, Podiatrists and Optometrists. Health Checks Immunisation / Vaccinations (incl. Travel) Practice hours are Monday to Friday from PAP Smears 8.30am to 5.30pm, with after hours Removal of skin lesions and wound management

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BOORT EMPORIUM Make sure you visit the retail hub of Boort! We can help you with newspapers, magazines, Tattslotto, cards and wrap plus an

BRWOSE VISIT US TOUR WITH US STAY WITH US extensive range of giftware and furniture items, fresh flowers, dry cleaning and more. We provide a free gift wrapping service, newspaper deliveries as well as all your tourism information needs. We are passionate about our customers and the friendly service we consistently provide – we look forward to seeing you in-store soon!

82 Godfrey Street BOORT | 03 54552005

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5 Templeton Drive BOORT | 03 5455 2646 | 0418 552 666 | 0418 552 651 [email protected] | saluteoliva.com.au | Open by appointment

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RAILWAY HOTEL The Railway Hotel is a fine pub with 100 years of trading – supplying you with friendly service, cold beer, spirits and wine, great meals, restaurant, accommodation, bottle shop and TAB.

TASTE & STAY TASTE Make your way to the Railway, have a punt, check out the menu and the five cold beers on tap. Bar trading 7 days. Meals are from Tuesday to Saturday, lunch and dinner. We will open other days if need be for group bookings. Have a chat with Andrew or Kerrie who are only too happy to help. 84 Godfrey Street BOORT 03 5455 2025 | [email protected] | therailway.net

STAR SPANNER SCULPTURE GARDEN Stroll through the two acre garden of John & Sonia Piccoli where PYRAMID HILL many large sculptures, made from old and antique spanners by MITIAMO John are placed amongst the picturesque garden. Birds are also a This town, recognised for Visitors can stay at the On 1 September 1860, EXPERIENCE feature, with many varied types. A collection of old horse-drawn equipment lines the front and back driveways, with many other its historic and art deco caravan park or the Burke and Wills, with their interesting things to be seen. architecture is named grand 1928 Victoria calvacade of 26 camels after the beautiful granite Hotel in Pyramid Hill, or and 28 horses, travelled hill that it sits alongside. travel to the exceptional from Terrick Terrick to 03 5455 4257 | Bookings by appointment only, entry fee $10.00 A golf course surrounds Terrick Terrick National Mt Hope. Wills, Becker, the hill and a walking track Park. With a low granite and Beckler climbed meanders around the base outcrop, Terrick Terrick Mt Hope. Becker sketched WHITMORES BUS LINES of this view point that was contains one of the most Pyramid Hill from Mt Hope. Charters & tours: transportational solutions once the meeting place for intact areas of indigenous On this granite outcrop INQUIRE What we do: Charters and day tours, educational tours, theatre local aboriginal clans, and northern plains vegetation 10 kilometres from visits, shopping trips, school camps & excursions, school buses, sporting events and social club trips. a passing point for Major in Victoria. Within its Pyramid Hill are stands Specialising in personal service and ideal for all types of group Thomas Mitchell in 1836. boundaries are fields of of White Cypress Pine, travel. No trip too long or too short-local, city and interstate A curiosity is the local endangered plants, ancient Eucalptus, Wattle and – day and night. Historical Society with forests and native animals wildflowers in spring. 11 Wright Street BOORT | Contact Jamie Whitmore | 0429 957 507 more than 6,000 items in and birdlife, an area that 03 5455 2226 | whitmoresbuslines.com.au its repository. has seduced travellers for thousands of years. 20 21 LODDON VALLEY HIGHWAY B260 LODDON VALLEY HIGHWAY B260

THE COFFEE BANK VICTORIA HOTEL

TASTE Enjoy the delicious homemade pies, pasties, sausage rolls, cakes You’re sure to enjoy the Victoria Hotel in Pyramid Hill. and slices. Morning tea, light lunch or afternoon tea available, Cold beer, wines and spirits. Great meals and comfortable dine in or enjoy the ambiance of alfresco dining. accommodation. Catering for functions.We’re approximately 250 km north of and 90 km north of Bendigo.

Group bookings welcome, with private meeting room available. & STAY TASTE Trains daily, Melbourne-Swan Hill line. A short drive from the Murray Valley region. Your hosts are David and Debbie Demaine.

20 Victoria Street PYRAMID HILL 36 Kelly Street PYRAMID HILL | 03 5455 7006 03 5455 7391 | [email protected] | victoriahotelpyramidhill.com/ Open: Monday – Friday 6.30am–4.30pm Open: Mon – Wed 11am–10pm, Thu – Sat 11am–1am, Sun 12 Noon–8pm

PYRAMID HILL BAKERY CAFÉ MITIAMO GENERAL STORE

TASTE Centrally located Pyramid Hill Bakery Café is a great place to call Open 7 days to 9pm. Take-away food, groceries, newsagency, ice,

in for a coffee and cake or light meal, dine-in or takeaway. liquor, petrol, diesel and gas bottles available also phone recharge BROWSE All pastries and cakes are made on the premises. You won’t be cards and eftpos. The Mitiamo Post Office is located next door. disappointed with the wonderful variety available. Whilst in Mitiamo, spend time bushwalking, bird watching or Catering available and all special occasion cakes made to order. exploring the Terrick Terrick National Park. Wander around the War Memorial Corner and read about the history of the rare Remembrance statue and the mounted gun. 16-18 Kelly Street PYRAMID HILL | 03 5455 7035 Open: Monday – Friday 7am–8.30pm, Saturday & Sunday 8am–8.30pm 5 Joffre Street MITIAMO | 03 5436 5209 | [email protected] |

PYRAMID HILL CARAVAN PARK STAY Conveniently located next to the local swimming pool, and within walking distance to the centre of town, an ideal spot for that quiet, relaxed holiday. The park has an en-suite cabin, powered and unpowered grassed drive-through sites with clean amenities and laundry facilities. Dump point located at park. Pet friendly. If you are a CMCA member enjoy the 10% discount by staying at the Pyramid Hill Caravan Park.

Victoria Street PYRAMID HILL | 0438 557 012

PYRAMID HILL & DISTRICT HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC. Incorporating Pioneer Machinery A winner of the ‘Best Tourist Attraction’ Preserving and promoting the history of Bald Rock, Mincha, EXPERIENCE Pyramid Hill, Durham Ox, Mincha West, Sylvaterre, Loddon Vale, Mologa, Terrick Terrick, Macorna and Yarrawalla. McKay Street PYRAMID HILL [email protected] | pyramidhill.net.au Open: Tuesdays 10am–3pm & first Sunday of the month 2pm–4pm or by appointment.

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SERPENTINE CALIVIL WYCHITELLA JARKLIN DINGEE A79 Little known jewels sit Ettershank, an engineer water sourced from as KORONG VALE amidst these verdant and pastoralist, who is far away as Lake Eildon. pastures. Serpentine is a credited with the invention The town, with its local small town where you can of the first mechanical hall and recreation WEDDERBURN access the magnificent shearing system. reserve, is framed by the Serpentine Creek and natural shade trees of the Passing through Dingee Pon Pon reserve. Pon Pompapiel Forest. you will see the superb CALDER Pon, a treasure trove of 1930s corrugated-iron Jarklin is a farming district plants and animals, was HIGHWAY INGLEWOOD memorial hall. Close with the Four Posts Hotel BRIDGEWATER an important site for by is a wall of plaques the meeting place for local ON LODDON Aboriginal communities A79 KINGOWER commemorating past residents. Drop in for a with many scarred trees RHEOLA A79 residents in the district. drink and meet some of the evident in this area. Just ARNOLD locals that work the land in south of Serpentine you Dairy herds dominate the this fertile region. will see a large, heritage- farm land in this region, listed brick woolshed, including Calivil – an constructed for John irrigation district with

BRIDGEWATER ON LODDON ARNOLD Bridgewater sits on the With these supplies, make Finish the day sleeping by wide banks of the Loddon your way down river to the Loddon in the riverside River. Once the crossing the natural infinity pool, caravan and camping park, point for gold diggers, with a swimming platform and continue your stay to today it is a key destination surrounded by river red walk the many trails, cycle, for those exploring the gums. In the distance, you play golf or just while away region. After fossicking will see the 100-year-old the hours. through the historic Laucke Flour Mill. When you are ready to church’s op shop, or You can head down the mosey, travel the scenic wandering through the river on a canoe, or ski route via Arnold to antique and collectibles on the long stretches Inglewood. shop, pick up a bottle of of river where the wine from Water Wheel Australian Masters are Winery and select your held every January. picnic lunch from the Bridgewater Bakehouse. 24 25 CALDER HIGHWAY A79 CALDER HIGHWAY A79

BRIDGEWATER HOTEL BRIDGEWATER BAKEHOUSE

TASTE The art deco pub built in 1939 sits on the banks of the Loddon River Bridgewater Bakehouse, located 50 metres from the banks of the TASTE and the beer garden offers superb views. Enjoy a wholesome pub Loddon River, offers a variety of traditional baked-on-premises meal in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere in the dining room or food which includes fresh baked daily bread and pies, slices, cakes, bar with open fires for winter warmth and ambience. Breakfast is made to order sandwiches and rolls and fresh ground coffee to served Sunday mornings. help you continue on your journey or to enjoy while spending the Ask our friendly staff about our function packages – with great day by the river. Bridgewater Bakehouse also offers gluten free menus and, if required, a photographer, function coordinator and wraps and biscuits for people with dietary needs and can also music are available. provide a variety of options for your catering needs. 2 Main Street BRIDGEWATER ON LODDON | 03 5437 3224 | Bridgewater Bakehouse has undercover seating including gas heaters and ceiling fans and is located a short 20 metre walk from the town’s public conveniences. Please stop by for a chat with our friendly staff. 6 Main Street BRIDGEWATER ON LODDON | 03 5437 3404 [email protected] |

BRIDGEWATER PUBLIC CARAVAN PARK

The caravan park is situated on the banks of the Loddon River, STAY within walking distance of the shops. Our newly built caravan park has an on-site manager who can help you get the most out of your stay by providing information about Bridgewater and the tourist attractions in and around the Loddon Valley region. Many of the sites have views, making this an ideal destination for families, groups and those simply seeking a quiet break away.

Park Street BRIDGEWATER ON LODDON 03 5437 3086 | bridgewaterpubliccaravanpark.com.au

LEARMONTHS PLACE STAY Learmonths Place is a renovated farm house where you can enjoy visiting some of the local wineries and historic gold rush towns. Or simply relax on the property taking in the bird life, starry nights andwaiting river views on approvalonly a short walk from the house.

4183 Bridgewater Maldon Road BRIDGEWATER ON LODDON Julie Riley 03 5442 6098 | 0401 501 205 |

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INGLEWOOD PARKLANDS RETREAT RHEOLA STAY Parklands Retreat is a beautiful 1950s style double brick house KINGOWER on a working farm. The grand historic are still harvested, the then sold to a Las Vegas 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, large living and dining area and kitchen. It also offers a games room and an outdoor area with a BBQ. Set buildings of Inglewood same trees used in the casino for US $1 million. stand as testament to the 1850s. From the museum among amazing native trees with an abundance of birdlife and an Kooyoora State Park is extensive orchard. wealth that flooded into shop and café you can also home to rare box ironbark this area. Today antiques purchase the full range of • 2 minutes from Bridgewater on Loddon forest, spectacular granite • Water-skiing, fishing, canoeing, swimming & river walks and collectibles stores local eucy products. outcrops and significant • Sky diving are clustered amongst • Cycling, golf, tennis, football & cricket Kingower and Rheola are Indigenous sites. The hiding the exquisite buildings and • Photography & bird watching two beautiful old gold cave of bushranger Captain historic shopfronts. • Gift shops, Water Wheel Winery & weekend markets rush era villages bordering Melville can be explored in • Famous Bridgewater Bakehouse • Bridgewater Hotel, offering meals A key stopping point is the Kooyoora State Park. the gullies of the granite. 10 minutes along the Calder Highway is Inglewood with its antique Meat on Brooke, the Rheola, once home to One highlight of the region shops and Blue Eucy Museum. We are also close to Melville Caves, notable dry aged butcher 130 stores, retains is the winding path to the offering panoramic views, and some small wineries at Kingower. and providore of local buildings from these heady top of Kooyoora State Park Relax and enjoy the tranquility of Parklands in its secluded setting. produce. Further down, days. Gold remains in the for the 360 degree views on the edge of town is the region, and fossicking of the horizon. Blue Eucy museum with a continues to reward. In the 18 Parklands Road BRIDGEWATER ON LODDON | 0407 387 279 | fully operating still. Looking 1980s the ‘Hand of Faith’ out into the bushland you was found just behind the will see trees where leaves Kingower school house, RIVERSIDE MOTEL STAY Riverside motel is centrally located next to the Loddon River and within walking distance to the Bridgewater Bakehouse and Hotel. All rooms have a 32 inch TV, are air conditioned with double glazed windows and there is an outdoor barbeque area. A DVD player with DVDs is available free from the office. The motel is situated 7km from Inglewood and 34 km from Bendigo.

Calder Highway BRIDGEWATER ON LODDON | 03 5437 3200 Office hours: 7am–8.30pm

WATER WHEEL VINEYARDS

TASTE Located only 20 minutes north of Bendigo, Water Wheel has a reputation for creating some of the most exciting wines of the region. Most years we produce some odd varieties, such as Petit Verdot, Malbec or Primitivo. The cellar door is just on the eastern edge of Bridgewater surrounded by lawns and bordered by vineyard. We’d love to see you, and we often have cellar door specials and special wines only available here. Lyndhurst Street BRIDGEWATER ON LODDON 03 5437 3060 | [email protected]

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EUCALYPTUS DISTILLERY CENTRE Our Eucalyptus Distillery Complex is located at the northern end of Inglewood on the historic Jones’ “eucy” distillery site. Soak up the history of eucalyptus oil production in the museum EXPERIENCE displays, interactive displays and tours, including a demonstration of oil being distilled. Wander around the old machinery and distillery. Our café and shop has an extensive range of “eucy oil”, hampers and natural products for sale. Bus parking, picnic, play area and toilet facilities available.

20 Grant Street INGLEWOOD | 0457 633 742 [email protected] | inglewood.vic.au/eucymuseum Open: Thursday – Monday 10am–4pm Large groups and private tours by appointment

STEVE’S EMPIRE STATE HOTEL

TASTE AVAILABLE FOR ALL FUNCTIONS • Meals 7 days • Alfresco dining • Espresso coffee & cake • Pizzas TAB, Keno and Sky Channel available.

91 Brooke Street INGLEWOOD | 03 5438 3050 | [email protected] Open: 11am – 1am Monday to Saturday, 12noon – 11pm Sunday

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G16148 Loddon Valley Visitor Guide Ad_FA_OTL.indd 1 9/12/2016 2:20 pm CALDER HIGHWAY A79 CALDER HIGHWAY A79 STAY Inglewood Inglewood Motel and Caravan Park is a 10 INQUIRE acre bush park privately owned and managed by Jerry and Pauline Wellman.

The site includes 8 motel rooms, 20 ensuite MOTEL powered caravan sites, 20 powered sites and space for numerous unpowered sites. Also an outdoor bbq area and indoor MOTEL & CARAVAN PARK recreation area.

INGLEWOOD Golden CALDER ADS: Triangle MOTEL AND CARAVAN PARK Victoria inglewood, rheola, kingower TAKE A WELL DESERVED HOLIDAY www.inglewoodmotelcaravanpark.com.au 03 5438 3232 INQUIRE BROWSE Five amazing collectables stores all located in Brooke Street on the Calder Highway (M79). A unique shopping experience. r We look forward to your visit

Sharp’s Bazaar: 03 5438 3416 Inglewood Emporium: 03 5438 3287 Gypsy Collectables: 0401 521 284 For trading hours, call our Lizzies Old Wares: 0400 808 295 shops before you visit. We will be happy to assist you! Old and Interesting: 0407 453 646

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WEDDERBURN FUSSPOTS AT INGLEWOOD KORONG VALE Where secondhand is never second best WYCHITELLA BROWSE VINTAGE Squatters arrived in Also in the region is the COLLECTABLES OLD WARES Wedderburn in the picturesque and seemingly 1840s, with the trickle forgotten Victorian of settlers turning to railway town of Korong a flood when gold was Vale. A photographer’s uncovered. Magnificent fantasy, this town boasts 39 Brooke Street INGLEWOOD buildings remain in the the beautiful two storey 03 5438 3357 | 0419 869 950 [email protected] back blocks, with the historic Scully Hotel that Open: Generally Friday to Monday & public holidays Coach House Museum sits quietly on this former Other days by chance exhibiting precious busy thoroughfare. historic pieces such as Nature lovers are carriages, hardware and spoilt for choice at the a blacksmith's store. The Wychitella conservation historic General Store with reserve that bursts to stock still on the shelves life after rain, with rare is little changed from the and threatened species days of the goldrush. abounding in its hills. Those On the edge of town is the feeling more adventurous native bushland of Hard can make their way up to INGLEWOOD MOTEL & CARAVAN PARK Hill Reserve, a camping Mt Korong, a haven for bird STAY Inglewood Motel and Caravan Park is a 10 acre bush park privately and RV friendly site. In watchers and bushwalkers. owned and managed by Jerry and Pauline Wellman. amongst the trees is a When departing Loddon The site includes 8 motel rooms, 20 ensuite powered caravan gem – an old eucy still sites, 20 powered sites and space for numerous unpowered sites. Valley and travelling the manned by volunteers, Also an outdoor bbq area and indoor recreation area. Calder Highway to Mildura, who harvest and distil the Pet friendly park – including horses. a must-do is to stop at local leaves to produce Sea Lake and visit Lake the elixir. Slightly further 4580 Calder Highway INGLEWOOD | 03 5438 3232 Tyrrell. This is the largest [email protected] | inglewoodmotelcaravanpark.com.au afield are the Beggary Hills salt lake in Victoria. (Note: known locally as the prospector’s dream … just MEAT ON BROOKE saying!).

TASTE Owners, James and Pat Clee, have re-introduced the practice of quality dry ageing beef. Inglewood Aged Beef is produced by hanging the whole carcase for 21 to 28 days; during this time the juices are absorbed into the beef, enhancing the flavour and tenderising the meat, a crust forms on the outside of the carcase which is later trimmed away. Their “farm to plate” Inglewood Aged Beef is available in store.

65 Brooke Street INGLEWOOD | 03 5438 3039 | 0409 503 105

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TASTE With an extensive menu we offer everything from cakes and sweets Julie Benaim knows Wedderburn well, as a life-long business woman

right through to some of the best homemade pies you can get. her experience and knowledge will be of great benefit to potential INQUIRE We can freshly make a light snack to a full meal so come on in for buyers looking at our region. In conjunction with Greg Fathers they a Sunday brunch, a leisurely lunch or a coffee to start the day! provide a proactive team for selling and buying houses, farmlets, bush blocks and farm land in the Golden Triangle area. We can also provide catering services. Call anytime Julie Benaim 0457 904 119 or Greg Fathers 0419 117 859 and we will be pleased to assist you. 76 High Street WEDDERBURN 0477 895 693 | [email protected] | | Open: Weekdays 7am–5pm & weekends 8am–4pm

GOLDSEEKER MOTEL WEDDERBURN WEDDERBURN PHARMACY STAY Your hosts Gary & Myra welcome you to the Wedderburn • Professional advice

Goldseeker Motel consisting of 19 rooms including 1 disability • Packing dose administration aids INQUIRE access room, on-site parking and free Wi-Fi. • Blood pressure monitoring Wedderburn, Victoria, is situated on the Calder Highway and is 225km from Melbourne and 326km from Mildura. Wedderburn offers a great stopover if you are travelling through to Mildura or further north.

43-49 High Street WEDDERBURN | 03 5494 3002 [email protected] | wedderburnmotel.com.au 71 High Street WEDDERBURN | 03 5494 3309 Open: 7am–9pm with an after-hours service bell available Open: Monday – Friday 9am–5.30pm

KURRACABURN HEIGHTS WEDDERBURN COMMUNITY HOUSE STAY Your hosts Michelle and Bruce Hargreaves provide boutique Wedderburn Community House offers a range of resources and

accommodation at Wedderburn, Victoria, in the heart of Central services that include Wednesday Community lunches, Bingo, INQUIRE Victoria’s Golden Triangle. The house overlooks Donaldson Park Tastes of Loddon, Country Market, NILs loans, gymnasium, Recreation Reserve and Nardoo Creek. It is just a 5 minute walk internet café, Education Lifestyle courses, Op Shop and agency to Wedderburn shops, cafes and hotel. Private self-contained for Vicroads and Centrelink/Medicare. We also sell local produce accommodation for up to six people. The back garden opens out and hampers. onto bushland and walking tracks. KurracaBurN Heights is an iconic 1938 building. 24 Wilson Street WEDDERBURN 1 Hospital Street WEDDERBURN | 0427 943 596 | | 03 5494 3489 | [email protected] | wedderburnch.org.au [email protected] | kurracaburnheights.com.au Office hours: Monday to Friday 9am–5pm

MIKI & CREW WEDDERBURN HOTEL STAY Miki & Crew are a Wedderburn mother and daughter duo who Visit the Wedderburn Hotel/Cafe and meet our friendly staff. produce beautiful, fragrant, handmade soy wax candles, melts, BRWOSE Pop in for a cold beer, a great meal or even a hot cappuccino. tealights and diffusers. Our products will fill your rooms with a wonderful aroma and make the perfect gift for any occasion. Speak to our staff about holding your function/parties in our bistro, karaoke is available upon request. Stockists of our products can be found throughout the Loddon Valley Region. For more information on our range contact us on: Facebook – Miki & Crew and Instagram – Mikis_Candles 72 High Street WEDDERBURN | 03 5494 3008 Open: Hotel – Mon to Fri 3pm til late, Sat & Sun 12 noon til late; [email protected] | | Bistro – Mon to Sat 6pm-8pm; Cafe – Mon to Fri 8am-2.30pm

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RANDALLS FOODWORKS SUPERMARKET Randall’s Foodworks services include: Full range of groceries | Weekly specials | Fresh meat, fresh fruit BROWSE & vegetables | Delicatessen | Large range of general merchandise | Bottle shop | Party ice | Eftpos on all lanes | EPAY phone recharge | Telstra mobile phones | Christmas club | Bendigo Bank agency | ATM 24 hour access (Bendigo Bank) 15 Kerr Street WEDDERBURN | 03 5494 3100 [email protected] Open: Monday to Thursday 8.30am–6pm, Friday 8.30am–7pm, Saturday 8.30am–4pm, Sunday 9.30am–4pm

WEDDERBURN PIONEER CARAVAN PARK STAY Located in a tranquil bush setting, with the beautiful sounds of birds, the park has cabins available, 65 powered sites and 20 unpowered sites. Drive through sites are available, and big rigs are welcome. The park managers look forward to meeting you on your next holiday.

61 Hospital Street WEDDERBURN 03 5494 3301 | pioneercaravanpark.com.au

WEDDERBURN HARD HILL TOURIST RESERVE

STAY Sea Lake Motel is located at the south microwaves and complimentary high RV Friendly end of Sea Lake township on the Calder speed Wi-Fi. There is also a fabulous Located in a quiet natural bush setting and within walking distance Highway. Seven minutes drive further pool area with lovely shade sails. to the town centre. This Reserve caters for the RV Friendly on is the spectacular Lake Tyrrell – a enthusiast providing on/off road camping, amenities, barbeques We have an easy-to-use 24 hour check and picnic area. Free access to a dump point is situated in the photographer’s dream for sunset and in machine – perfect for late arrivals. Wedderburn Pioneer Caravan Park. sunrise photo shoots. In the winter The process is simple, just go to our Eucalyptus Stew Pot season sunset is 5.30pm to 6.45pm website (www.sealakemotel.com.au) and in the summer it is 7.30pm to 9pm. The Eucalyptus Stew Pot operates most days but can be viewed and make your reservation. To check 7 days. A full demonstration is provided for group tours but prior bookings are essential. Contact details are below. The motel boasts refurbished rooms – in, attend the kiosk at the front of the Minelab Wedderburn Detector Jamboree queen, triple and family rooms, a four motel, confi rm your room and make bedroom house and a one bedroom a payment by VISA, Mastercard or Hard Hill Tourist Reserve is Home to the “Minelab Wedderburn Detector Jamboree” which is conducted annually Saturday and cottage – all with crockery, cutlery, American Express. Sunday of the Victorian Labour day long weekend.

T: 0418 487 188 Wilson Street WEDDERBURN | 03 5494 3489 Sea Lake Motel loddon.vic.gov.au | wedderburn.vic.au E: [email protected] #laketyrrellphotos W: sealakemotel.com.au 38 39 WIMMERA HIGHWAY B240

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TARNAGULLA NEWBRIDGE LLANELLY Over 30 historic buildings Tarnagulla or Newbridge Fish for your supper in remain in the beautiful Hotels and get tips on the river, replenish at the town of Tarnagulla. where to fossick, then Newbridge pub or grab a Wander down the streets camp in the bush or book homemade rump steak pie with an audio tour and spot into the gorgeous Rostrata from Beryl and Darryl at the 1853 Victoria Hotel Country Farm Stay. the Newbridge Historic and Theatre, a former Travelling to Newbridge General Store. dance hall and theatre you will pass by Llanelly Further along is historic where Dame Nellie Melba which was home to Moliagul, were the and Lola Montez once 20,000 people with the Welcome Stranger nugget performed. Explore the discovery of alluvial gold was found in 1869 and natural box and ironbark in 1865. many years later, the bush around Tarnagulla At the picturesque founder of the Royal Flying where historic buildings and historic town of Doctor Service, John Flynn, remain, surrounded by Newbridge, on the banks of was born. myriad wildflowers, birdlife the Loddon, you can camp, and native animals. Chat walk, cycle and canoe. to the local publicans at

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ROSTRATA COUNTRY HOUSE NEWBRIDGE GENERAL STORE STAY Relax, step back in time and experience the life style of a by-gone The Newbridge General Store is situated at the corner of Lyon and

era. This comfortable home, set in a secluded tranquil setting, is Burke Streets in Newbridge. The Newbridge General Store remains BROWSE furnished with a mix of period furniture with modern amenities. a historical, cultural and social meeting place for the community Rostrata overlooks the Dead Log Creek, which is home to both and travellers alike – a very popular place to rest and enjoy the native animals and bird life. The Nostalgia shed displaying items river scenery and streetscape. The peace and tranquillity of a walk from the past will capture your imagination. along the river is a welcome rest after a long drive. Explore the untouched streetscape of Tarnagulla. Known as the The store still provides basic needs such as groceries, camping, Town of Churches, several buildings are classified by The National hardware, automotive, newsagency and a post office. Trust. Walking/cycling tracks meander through the State Forest. The main focus is healthy foods at a reasonable price, including Moliagul has a monument marking where the largest nugget of homemade pastries, burgers, souvlaki, roast meats and sandwiches. gold, the “Welcome Stranger” was found. John Flynn, founder of the Fully licensed, dine in and takeaway options with gluten free and inland Flying Doctor Service was born at Moliagul – a monument to vegetarian foods are available. him is opposite his birthplace. Kooyoora State Park has the famous Melville Caves. The lookout The Riverside Cafe is a fully licensed cafe restaurant. The has panoramic views of the surrounding country. restaurant is enhanced by the high quality snacks and meals developed for the palate and the pocket. Homemade Craft Beer Rostrata is a great base for cycling, gold detecting, bird watching, is available. and photography, both day and night. The Loddon River at Newbridge offers fishing, kayaking, etc. A great place to meet, visit, dine in and catch up with friends. Rostrata is close to Tarnagulla and sleeps 6 people. 36 Lyon Street NEWBRIDGE 1240 Dunolly Rheola Road, MURPHY’S CREEK 03 5438 7201 | [email protected] | newbridgegeneralstore@com 0419 529 094 | [email protected] | rostrata.com.au | Open: Mon – Fri 7am–5pm, Sat 8.30am–4pm & Sun 9am–4pm

LAANECOORIE LAKESIDE PARK NEWBRIDGE HOTEL STAY

Relax in a natural bush setting beside the lake. Welcome to the Historic Newbridge Hotel situated on the banks TASTE Activities – skiing, fishing, swimming, kayaking, prospecting, of the Loddon River. We offer cold beers, local wines and hearty bushwalking and cycling. Facilities – en-suite cabins with A/C and country style meals. Dinner is offered Thursday to Saturday and cooking facilities. Powered and unpowered sites. Camp kitchen, lunches Friday to Sunday. Bookings are preferred. recreation room, BBQs, laundry, playground, tennis, soccer, The Newbridge Hotel is staffed and operated by volunteers from volleyball and basketball courts, 9 hole mini-golf. Convenience the Newbridge Football/Netball Club who extend a warm welcome store, long term holiday sites, boat ramp access. Pet friendly. to experience good old country hospitality. 58 Brownbills Road LAANECOORIE 03 5435 7303 | [email protected] | laanecoorie.com.au 37 Lyons Street NEWBRIDGE Open: Shop/office 9am–5pm, check-in 9am–10pm 03 5438 7260 | thenewbridgehotel.gmail.com |

TARNAGULLA COMMUNITY CENTRE Call in for great coffee and cakes, crafts and local produce. Open Sundays 10am to 4pm TASTE & BROWSE TASTE

Wayawa | 8 Sandy Creek Lane TARNAGULLA (behind Victoria Theatre)

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WIMMERA HIGHWAY Mulwarrie Studio LODDON VALLEY HIGHWAY 3 Serpentine Rd EDDINGTON BOORT EDDINGTON Bridgewater on Loddon LAANECOORIE Loddon Miniature Steam (03) 5437 3255 Café Renu Train Rides 118 Godfrey St, Boort LOGAN Tumbleweeds & Toadstools 4th Sunday of the month, 7 Main St, Bridgewater on Loddon Boort Historical Society April-October On the way to or from the Another stop on these and vintage store owned (03) 5437 3411 Godfrey St, Boort (03) 5468 7233 (03) 5455 2744 / 0428 133 381 Loddon Valley, we suggest historic backroads is by the French-born Virginie Graylee Cottage

Septembre Vintage 11 Camp St Banyandah Retreat you stop by Laanecoorie. Eddington, a key river and Dominic. (Antiques and Collectables) Bridgewater on Loddon 19 Lakeview St, Boort This long body of water crossing and supply town 4028 Bendigo-Maryborough Rd Logan is a gem on this 0428 373 208 (03) 5455 2233 lined with red gums has during the goldrush. Once Eddington ribbon of historic road 0451 836 665 INGLEWOOD Op Shop Godfrey St, Boort quiet spots for camping, boasting five hotels, Cousin Jack’s Bakehouse to discover. We suggest KINGOWER (03) 5455 2823 canoeing, fishing, walking a chemist, butter and Brooke St, Inglewood stopping at the Avoca Blanche Barkly Wines Boort Lakeside Café and cycling, with open cheese factory, saddlery, Inglewood Historical Society Kingower 41 King St, Boort Forest Hotel to find out Southey St, Inglewood spaces for boating and bank and station agent, (03) 5438 8223 (03) 5455 2139 from the locals about other (03) 5438 3073 skiing. The large historic the population gradually LAANECOORIE Brojayla Patches hidden spots in this region. FP Nevins Real Estate 55-59 Godfrey St, Boort Janevale Bridge designed fell away, leaving this Laanecoorie Riverfront Camping 92 Brooke St, Inglewood Laanecoorie (03) 5455 2722 by Sir John Monash is the quaint town standing (03) 5438 3041 (03) 5435 7200 Godfrey and Bear Ambulance Auxiliary Op Shop largest bridge of its kind as testament to these NEWBRIDGE 116 Godfrey St, Boort 38 Brooke St, Inglewood built in Victoria prior to extraordinary times. By Newbridge River Reserve 0400 791 959 Ned’s Shed Vintage Car and (03) 5435 7263 Elders Rural Service World War 1. Laanecoorie the river you can dream an Machinery Display 0428 328 928 Lakeside Park a quiet spot afternoon away, and then LOGAN 96 Brooke St, Inglewood to camp, park your van or finish it off with a coffee Logan Pub (03) 5438 3565 Rodwells 53-55 McMillans Rd, Boort 6742 Wimmera Hwy, Logan Gee Gee’s Eatery stay in the cabins beside and homemade beignets at (03) 5455 2002 (03) 5496 2220 74 Brooke St Inglewood the river. Septembre Vintage, a café RHEOLA (03) 5438 3057 Pink Olive House 130 Godfrey St, Boort KORONG VALE Kangderaar Winery 0402 266 703 288 Wehla/Kingower Rd, Rheola Scully’s Hotel DINGEE (03) 5438 8292 22 Allen St, Korong Vale The Colonial Way (03) 5494 7300 Dingee General Store Main St, Dingee Horse-Drawn Caravans WEDDERBURN Taylors Rd, Rheola (03) 5436 8481 Cuzz’s Studio 0429 932 744 45 Wilson St,Wedderburn Dingee Hotel Main St, Dingee TARNAGULLA (03) 5494 3600 (03) 5436 8303 Tarnagulla Golden Age Hotel Wedderburn Fish & Chip Shop JARKLIN 97 Commercial Rd, Tarnagulla High St, Wedderburn (03) 5438 7336 (03) 5494 3056 Jarklin Four Posts Hotel 6696 Loddon Valley Hwy, Jarklin Tarnagulla Post Office and Korong Historical Society (03) 5437 9241 Mini-Mart 26 High St, Wedderburn 101 Commercial Rd, Tarnagulla [email protected] PYRAMID HILL (03) 5438 7301 Loddon Real Estate The Purple Rain Collection Matilda’s of Tarnagulla 33 High St, Wedderburn 36 Victoria St, Pyramid Hill 89 Commercial Rd, Tarnagulla (03) 5494 3493 0438 150 179 0457 326 743 Wedderburn Community House Op Shop CALDER HIGHWAY Op Shop Kelly St, Pyramid Hill 24 Wilson St, Wedderburn SERPENTINE BRIDGEWATER ON LODDON (03) 5494 3489 Serpentine Hotel & Café Bridgewater Caltex Roadhouse WYCHITELLA Calder Hwy Loddon Valley Hwy, Serpentine Bridgewater on Loddon Wychitella Railway Hotel (03) 5437 8389 (03) 5437 3042 13 Tormeys Rd, Wychitella 44 (03) 5492 7533 45 EXPLORE THE REGION

Explore the region

FROM FOOD AND WINE, HERITAGE AND THE ARTS OF BENDIGO, THE ARTISANS AND COFFEE OF CASTLEMAINE, TO FOSSICKING FOR HIDDEN TREASURES IN MARYBOROUGH.

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Maryborough & Surrounds THE WORLD'S LARGEST GOLD NUGGET, THE WELCOME STRANGER, WAS UNEARTHED IN THE CENTRAL GOLDFIELDS

In Maryborough and You'll find an unspoiled MUST DO surrounds, you can discover historic atmosphere, with › Visit the famous the history of the early many attractions to see Maryborough Railway goldfields while immersing or participate in. There Station complete with yourself in the charm of are fascinating shops café/restaurant, bar and provincial Victoria. featuring antiques and art gallery. collectibles, museums and Take the opportunity to galleries, heritage buildings, › Browse the eclectic art experience rare, cultural picturesque streetscapes galleries and museums treasures in the villages and leisure activities for all spread across the region. of the central goldfields ages. There are also tours and escape urban life on › Pick up the Tiny Towns that give you the chance the walking paths and brochure and follow to find your own piece of cycling tracks that wind the map through classic gold – all the more reason their way through the box goldfields country. to make Maryborough ironbark forest linking small, and surrounds your next › Find locally-grown delightful townships. destination! produce in the Shire’s cool Enjoy local cuisine created cafés and providores. with fresh local produce › Shop for quality antiques and a variety of local and and collectibles. regional wines and craft beer and cider. › Fossick for gold in the box ironbark forests and the ‘Golden Triangle’. › Head to the Talbot Farmers Market on the third Sunday of the month. › Pack your camera for the postcard-worthy villages of Dunolly, Talbot, More information at visitmaryborough.com.au Carisbrook and Bealiba. 48 49 EXPLORE THE REGION

Castlemaine, Maldon & Surrounds THINK CREATIVITY, THINK ECLECTIC, THINK CASTLEMAINE AND SURROUNDS

Enjoy contemporary Maldon, the second largest MUST DO experiences complementing town, conveys charm › Visit beautiful Buda the legacy of gold – amongst a plethora of Historic Home and Garden. beautiful heritage buildings, historic buildings. Quirky › See Castlemaine Art wide streets and European cafes, boutique shopping Museum's remarkable gardens amid stunning and an array of cultural and collection. scenery. creative pleasures await › Ride the historic steam the visitor. Castlemaine, the largest train from Maldon to town in the Shire, boasts The fertile Harcourt Valley Castlemaine. an eclectic community is an amazing blend of › Visit the cellar doors, of artists, writers, actors history, striking scenery cider makers, farm gates and designers offering a and innovative twists on and cafés. host of galleries, theatres, local produce with a fruit › Discover a 'hatted' festivals, bookshops and growing history dating back restaurant in Castlemaine's boutiques. This is also a to 1859. Many cideries are old fire station and a theme that runs through located here, supplying variety of funky cafes. our smaller towns. Great markets around the world › Explore eclectic vintage food is another hallmark of plus a number of wineries, stores and antiquarian the Shire with some of the several with a 5-star James bookshops. state’s best chefs based here Halliday rating. › Wander through Maldon’s in top quality restaurants. historic streetscape and Experience Castlemaine's browse through boutique 'hatted' restaurant, stores. multicultural cuisine in funky › Take the family to the cafes, award winning wines, award-winning childrens’ providores of local produce, playground at the and a community committed Castlemaine Botanical to organic and seasonal food. Gardens. › Walk or ride a section of the Goldfields Track or the Castlemaine to More information at maldoncastlemaine.com.au Maldon Trail. 50 51 EXPLORE THE REGION Bendigo EXPLORE VICTORIA'S GOLDEN HERITAGE IN THIS VIBRANT REGIONAL CITY

While the city shines Relive the gold rush by MUST DO with historic beauty, visiting our world-class › Discover contemporary cosmopolitan Bendigo is attractions, and taste dining, boutiques, firmly set in the now. quality local wines and laneways and produce from markets, A vibrant regional city, Australia’s largest nearby farms, and Bendigo’s beautiful streets regional art gallery. surrounding vineyards. are the legacy of one of › Taste locally made wine, the world’s greatest gold Venture into the nearby cider and craft beer. rushes. Explore these Heathcote Region, a long- › Search for gold streets to discover the time favourite for serious underground at Central heart of Bendigo; an arts wine lovers, which also Deborah Gold Mine. culture led by the acclaimed boasts great bushwalking/ › Create a clay masterpiece Bendigo Gallery, dine at riding tracks, lookouts, at Bendigo Pottery. award-winning restaurants shopping, dining and water and cafés, unearth unique sports at nearby Lake › Meet the world’s fashions and collectables. Eppalock. oldest and longest imperial dragons. › Ride a vintage tram along the beautiful historic streetscapes. › Experience Bendigo’s Blues Music and Performing Arts Scene. › Ride or walk a section of the beautiful More information at bendigotourism.com O’Keefe Rail Trail. 52 53 TRAVEL INFORMATION

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS The Official Visitor Guide is Loddon Visitor Travel Emergency proudly presented by Loddon Shire Council. Information information numbers Centre BY CAR – This region is Fire, ambulance and police Local staff and volunteers very accessible by car only emergencies: 000 2.5 hours from Melbourne have lived and worked in Local police: this region and are willing Airport or Melbourne City via the Calder Highway Tarnagulla Editorial: Sharon Wells to share their secret spots. (03) 5438 7333 Here too you can organise connecting at Bridgewater. Design: Meg Norris Design Bridgewater accommodation, learn of BY RAIL – Loddon Valley Printing: Printgraphics (03) 5437 3232 quirky local activities, buy can be accessed daily from Photography: Robert Scholes, local produce and pick up Southern Cross Station, Inglewood Meredith O’Shea, Paul Haw, guides to the Loddon Valley travelling by train to Swan (03) 5438 3200 Sharon Wells, Casey Woodbine, Kylie Jones, Val Morrison, Dave and surrounding areas. Hill and stopping at Dingee Wedderburn Thomas, Bradd Worrell and Call, drop in, or visit our and Pyramid Hill. (03) 5494 3300 Murray Chambers. website. Boort Other areas in Loddon The Loddon Shire Council including its officers, agents and Valley can be accessed (03) 5455 2000 contractors (“Publisher”) has made every endeavour to ensure that details appearing in the guide are correct at the by trains departing Pyramid Hill time of printing, but accepts no liability for any inaccuracy (03) 5455 7000 or misdescription by either omission or inclusion, nor does Southern Cross Station the Publisher accept any responsibility for subsequent to Bendigo, then catching changes relating to prices, details or services, which (03) 5494 3489 a V/Line Bus into the Poisons information are subject to alteration without notice. Standards of 13 11 26 accommodation services contain herein are indicative only 24 Wilson Street, region. Buses connect of a certain class category and are based upon information Wedderburn VIC 3518 provided. As a consequence the Publisher makes no daily but it’s important Wildlife representation or guarantee with respect to standard, loddon.vic.gov.au to check timetables as class or fitness for purpose of accommodation services. To 1300 094 535 the fullest extent permitted by Law, Loddon Shire Council they can alter. shall not be liable for any personal injury, property loss or damage arising out of information contained in this Guide. 54 55 Swan Hill to Boort LODDON 107km Swan Hill to Durham Ox 1 hr 28 mins 105km VALLEY 1 hr 25 mins 46km

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