HORSHAM North West Region

Explore, Discover, Uncover - Regional Attractions

Horsham, Wartook Valley, Dadswell’s Bridge, & Mt Arapiles

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Travel time to Horsham from: Contents 3.5hrs Welcome to Grampians North West Region Must See Attractions ...... 3 4.5hrs Horsham ...... 4 2hrs Out & About ...... 12 2.5hrs Wartook Valley ...... 16 Dadswells Bridge ...... 21 Mildura 3 hrs Natimuk ...... 22 2.5hrs Mt Arapiles ...... 24 Regional Accommodation ...... 26 Horsham is the capital of the Region - a Dining Out ...... 28 vibrant city in which to live, work and play, with a Essential Numbers ...... 30 regional growing population of approximately 20,000. Parking ...... 31 Horsham boasts a diverse business base that includes Horsham CBD Map ...... 32 agriculture industries, health services, education, Framing the Wimmera Map ...... 33 manufacturing, retail, arts & culture and tourism. Wartook Valley Map ...... 34

2 Horsham - 's Tidiest Town 2015 MUST SEE

1 MacKenzie Falls Walk dramatic quartz and sandstone landmark that Located in the , MacKenzie is Mt Arapiles, and take in soaring views of the Falls is one of Victoria’s largest waterfalls and surrounding Wimmera plains. Mt Arapiles is world flows year round. Take an easy stroll to a viewing renowned as a rock climbing mecca. platform overlooking the falls or take a more vigorous route down the stairs for a close 7 Horsham Golf Club encounter with the cascading falls. Horsham Golf Course has long had a reputation as one of the best golf courses in Victoria and 2 Beehive Falls . It has regularly been listed in the top Enjoy peace and tranquillity at this pretty waterfall. handful of courses in country Victoria and is An undulating path leads to the base of the falls consistently in the top 80 in Australia. where seasonal rains fill fern-lined rock pools. 8 Walk 3 Picnic Ground & Fish Falls Points of interest along the way include a war People and families have gathered at Zumsteins for memorial, soundshell and Apex Island. Towards 100 years surrounded by bush and native animals. the western end of Barnes Blvd, near the weir Stroll along the beautiful created boardwalks and you’ll find a lovely family BBQ and playground enjoy the picnic area. Fish Falls - follow the walking area. On the downstream side of the weir are track from Zumsteins through the open bush along- walking tracks and a boardwalk throughout the side the river. A short steep section at a terraced surrounding wetlands. ledge reveals the beautiful Fish Falls, that flows all year round on the MacKenzie river. 9 Horsham Botanic Gardens Designed in the 1870s by William Guilfoyle, Curator 4 Mt Zero of the Royal Botanic Gardens in Melbourne. Clubs Proceed to the top of Mt Zero for wonderful and individuals have donated trees and shrubs panoramic views of the Wimmera plains and over the years and several thousand thrive in the northern end of the Mt Difficult Range. See this peaceful haven. Children’s playground and interesting rock formations and great wildflowers in picnic facilities are included amongst trees, lawn early spring to early summer. areas, rose gardens and floral displays beside the Wimmera River. 5 Hollow Mountain & Gulgurn Manja (Aboriginal Art Site) 10 Horsham Art & Culture / Framing The track climbs steeply over rocky ledges and the Wimmera past wind scoured caverns to a rocky summit Take time and experience the Public Art & Heritage which offers amazing views over Mt Stapylton and trail located in and around the Horsham CBD. Wimmera Plains. Gulgurn Manja - the track gently One of the region's newest projects is Framing winds its way through Stringybark forest to a rocky the Wimmera. This is all about positioning shelter. The shelter means “hands of young people”. your camera lens to capture the beauty of the environment. There are four locations where 6 Mt Arapiles Framing the Wimmera has been placed. Refer to Drive, walk, cycle or climb to the summit of the page 7 for locations. visithorsham.com.au 3 HORSHAM

Discover the Public Art and Heritage Trail located Horsham is the capital of the Wimmera. in and around the CBD including the Gardens A lively city, with an excellent opportunity for River Trail. shopping, dining and entertainment. The city offers a number of accommodation options along with a Base yourself in Horsham and explore the regions very robust business sector. nearby attractions. The Grampians National Park and Wartook Valley is located 30 km south-east, Horsham has facilities to professionally host while Natimuk and is widely conferences, seminars and or events. The venues regarded as one of the top rock climbing areas in are as diverse as the region's natural attractions. Australia and only a short drive west of Horsham. From the intimate corporate style meetings to large The area is also a great location for bushwalking, theatre style seating and expos venues. camping and bike riding. Take time out and visit the Horsham Botanic Choose from a wide range of accommodation Gardens, designed by William Guilfoyle, who including contemporary country guest houses, designed Melbourne’s Botanic Gardens. The motels, apartments, bed and breakfast gardens has a fantastic playground for children with establishments to caravan parks and camping spots. picnic tables and free BBQs. The Horsham and Grampians Visitor Information The beautiful Wimmera River flows through the Centre offers expert, friendly advice to help you southern end of town with parklands and ancient plan your holiday escape. red gum trees that line much of the river. You will The Centre is the one stop shop for information find a number of walking tracks and boardwalks on the Horsham and Grampians Region as well as through the surrounding wetlands. Take an easy providing an array of local produce from the region. stroll or pedal your way along the river and find points of interest along the way.

4 Horsham - Victoria's Tidiest Town 2015 Places to Eat Places to Shop

Experience and indulge in some of the delicious Horsham has established itself as a major retail regional local produce at the many restaurants, centre for the Wimmera. It provides a diverse cafés and hotels in the city’s precinct. retail experience for you to explore and enjoy.

There are a number of restaurants that will surely The city shopping precinct provides you with a satisfy your palate including Thai, Indian, Italian, range of speciality stores, from the ultimate beauty Chinese and Mexican. therapy and wellbeing services to discovering unique and modern giftware. Chefs combine excellent local produce with creativity and technical capability to deliver true Experience the latest in fashion, footwear, jewellery dining experiences. and sportswear.

If it's coffee and cake that you are looking for, then You will also find a full range of health and personal Horsham is the place for you with our many cafés. services such as hairdressing, eye care, podiatrist, Enjoy the aroma of freshly ground coffee beans, a pharmacists and physiotherapists. latte, espresso, cappuccino and a variety of teas. For street locations within the Horsham CBD refer to Whatever your culinary taste, you will find the map on page 32. perfect meal for you and your family to enjoy. visithorsham.com.au 5 Art & Culture

The region is renowned for its dynamic arts community. There is always something exciting happening! You will find festivals, musical performances, a dynamic art gallery, excellent theatre and many vibrant art workshops. Art Festivals

Art Is... Festival is held annually in June over 10 days. Art Is... engages rural communities with quality art experiences and art making. The festival provides opportunities for visiting professional art companies to engage with rural communities. www.artis.wimmera.com.au

Nati Frinj is a three day biennial festival drawing on the talents of artists and community support from the small township of Natimuk. www.natifrinj.com Public Art

Horsham has a vibrant Public Art Collection - the Tim Jones scar tree sculpture near City Gardens Estate, Angi Polglaze’s totem pole, the Wimmera Burnt Creek Meeting Place in Roberts Place, Gallery Alley, Post Office Bell and a dazzling artistic mural in Bradbury Lane and Jos Lane just to name a few. Mosaics and murals by school children can be viewed at Horsham North, Horsham West, and Ss Michael and John’s Primary Schools. Framing the Wimmera

In 2005, local artist Greg Pritchard installed a large wooden frame outside Natimuk that captured an iconic

6 Horsham - Victoria's Tidiest Town 2015 view of Mt Arapiles (see framed image below). The Makers Gallery and Studio is the only gallery Inspired by the success of this installation, Horsham in the region which has a focus on locally made art Rural City Council has commissioned four permanent and craft items. Artists offer the visitors exciting structural frames. View map on page 35. exhibitions of art works from patchwork, quilting, jewellery, woodwork, photography, oil and water Site Location - Framing the Wimmera colour paintings. Open Tues-Fri 10am-5pm, Saturday 10am to noon. Google Maps Reference/Street Reference Arapiles View / Natimuk Performing Venues -36.744370, 141.930513 Wimmera River View Three Bridges Road The newly constructed performing arts centre known -36.759808, 142.115432 as the Horsham Town Hall will mark the beginning of a new era in Horsham and the region. Reservior View -36.992.758, 141.937393 The facility combines heritage features with a modern Grampians View / Rd design. This unique venue has been redeveloped to -37.035513, 142.279030 create a modern, accessible, community arts and conferencing facility. Galleries The Horsham Town Hall has the capacity to host The newly renovated Horsham Regional Art Gallery is large scale and professional events, with a 520-seat home to a nationally significant collection of Australian performing arts centre featuring the latest in sound and photography charting its history from inception to today. lighting technology. www.horshamtownhall.com.au Visit to experience our nations changing face, see how artists depict the big sky of the Wimmera and our annual Developed by the community, Wesley Performing program of 18 exhibitions. Open Tues-Fri 10am-5pm, Arts Centre offers that intimate space and boasts Sat-Sun 1-4.30pm, closed Mondays and Public Holidays. perfect acoustics for seminars, music and theatrical www.horshamartgallery.com.au performances. This beautifully transformed 1912 Wesley Church provides an ideal venue for events. The Goat Gallery located in the township of Natimuk, boasts a diverse visual art program of exhibition, events The Sawyer Park Sound Shell is located next to the and workshop showcasing local and visiting artists. Wimmera River and is used for large outdoor events Opened weekends from 1-4pm or by appointment. and community festivals. Call 0418997785 or visit www.goatgallery.com.au

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Horsham Regional Art Gallery Fibre Works Ss Michael & John’s Catholic Changing exhibitions of art Provides a range of unique hand Church is a 1987 award winning and photography. Gift Shop, dyed natural yarns and fibres for design by Greg Burgess (architect wheelchair accessible. Free spinners, felters, knitters and the of Brambuk in ) admission, coffee & tea. textiles artists. Located at the corner of Location: 80 Wilson St Location: 65 Firebrace St Urquhart & McLachlan Streets Phone: 03 5382 9575 Phone: 0408 837 530 Open: 8am- 6pm Open: Tues to Friday 10am - Open: Weekdays from 9am- 5pm Weekends 1pm to 4pm 5pm, Saturday 9.30am- 12.30pm St John’s Anglican Church www.horshamartgallery.com.au www.fibreworks.net.au 1957 stained glass windows, sculpture by Leopoldine The Goat Gallery - Natimuk Redrock Books & Gallery Mimovich & Wallace Anderson Privately owned art gallery Exhibitions held monthly works Located at the northern end of showcases the work of local by local, regional & international Firebrace St Open: 7am-5pm and regional artists. Exhibitions artists. change monthly. Location: 65 Firebrace St Wesley Performing Art Centre Location: Main St, Natimuk Phone: 03 5381 0866 Began its life in 1912 as the Phone: 0418 997 785 Open: Weekdays 9am-5pm Wesley Methodist Church. Open: Weekends 1pm - 4pm or Saturday 9.30am to 12.30pm From 1998-1999 substantial by appointment www.redrockbooksgallery.com.au redevelopment was carried out. www.goatgallery.com.au Its centrepiece is a beautiful pipe Architecture organ and the interior is made of The Maker’s Gallery & Studio The city also contains some timber. Located on the corner of Be inspired and visit the gallery important architecture, including Roberts Ave and Urquhart St. supported by diverse local arts the modernistic 1970’s Uniting and craft groups. Church with stained-glass Former Cattle Sales Building Location: 28 McLachlan St windows to the more traditional Interesting Art Deco Façade Phone: 03 5382 0349 Anglican Church featuring a Hamilton St (corner of Darlot St) Open: Tues-Friday 10am-5pm beautiful wooden ceiling by Saturday 10am to Noon Anderson. Old Flour Mill A Wimmera Region Icon, Mill St

T&G Building Art Deco Clock Tower Firebrace St

8 Horsham - Victoria's Tidiest Town 2015 Antiques - Crafts - Country Markets

Horsham Antiques Hock Inn Garage Sales Haven Market & Collectables Visitors will find antiques among First Saturday of the Month You’ll find antique and Victorian the bric-a-brac, recycled timber, Located on the outskirts of furniture, china, glassware and many other unusual bits and town, the Haven Market offers and Australian pottery. The pieces. a variety of stalls from crafts gallery has its own resident Location: Western Hwy Horsham to local produce. There's artist, specialising in Australian Phone: 03 5381 1167 entertainment for the kids and investment art (including works Open: Mon-Sun 9am-5.30pm live music for the adults. of Pro Hart). Location: Western Hwy Eternal Treasures Jung Market Horsham Locally sourced antiques, art Last Saturday of the Month Phone: 03 5382 1233 and hand crafted good and Venture out a little further Open: Mon-Sun Noon-5.30pm collectables. You will find unique to a country market with a gifts and treasures. difference. Nestled at the Jung Burnt Greek Collectables Location: 140 Firebrace St Reserve, this market entices local & Antiques Horsham and Melbourne traders selling A mixture of old wares and Phone: 03 5382 6962 clothes, crafts, fruit and veg, and bric-a-brac plus paintings and Closed: Tuesdays so much more. prints housed in a recycled brick Open: All other days from 10am building. Sunday from 11am Natimuk Farmers Market Plus Location: 8993 Western Hwy Held Quarterly Horsham Shabby Shak The Natimuk Farmers Market Phone: 03 5382 0429 A place where you can buy & sell Plus creates a community Mobile: 0427 879 230 second hand goods, from antiques meeting place where people Open: Thurs-Sun 10am-5pm or furniture, books general goods. can gather to support and enjoy by appointment. Location: 3 Sloss Street, Horsham quality artists, regional produce Phone: 0498 104 350 and goods in a vibrant musical Open: Fri 10.00am - 6.00pm, atmosphere. Sat 8.00am - 4.00pm, Sun 10.00am -4pm

visithorsham.com.au 9 Accommodation If you’re looking for peaceful, charming, relaxing and scenic accommodation then why not take Visitors to the Horsham region will find an array a short drive to either Wartook Valley in the of family friendly accommodation. The options are Grampians, Dadswell’s Bridge along the Western sure to meet everyone’s needs. Highway or Natimuk, just west of Horsham.

Horsham offers affordable motels, hotels and You will find self contained facilities, cottages and central caravan parks. tourist caravan parks that welcome families who are looking for a convenient and fun stay. You will also find high end luxury executive apartments and motels all situated within walking Find a full listing of all accommodation facilities distance of the central business district and on the back of this guide or contact the Horsham conveniently located close to city attractions, and Grampians Visitor Information Centre on restaurants, cafés and shopping. 1800 633 218.

10 Horsham - Victoria's Tidiest Town 2015 Events March September Country Music Festival Motocross Competitions Horsham hosts various events Natimuk Farmers Market Plus Horsham Rockers Rock & Roll and festivals throughout the Haven & Jung Market Adventure Junkie Winter year. Visitors can experience Challenge Race arts, culture, sports, music and April Haven & Jung Market agriculture events. Horsham Market & Swap Meet Horsham Motorsport Blue October January Ribbon Raceway German Festival Horsham Harness Racing Cup Haven & Jung Market Horsham Show & Equestrian Australia Day Celebrations Event Australia Day Pool Party May Grampians West Bush Fest Jung Market Mother’s Day Classic Run/Walk Spring Orchid Show Haven & Jung Market Spring Garden Show February Wimmera Racing Horsham Flying Club Cross June Natimuk Farmers Market Plus Country Gliding Competitions Art is...Festival Haven & Jung Market Horsham Triathlon Horsham Motorsport Blue Horsham Motorsport Blue Ribbon Raceway November Ribbon Raceway Natimuk Farmers Market Plus Geranium & Pelargonium Show Haven & Jung Market Haven & Jung Market Nati Frinj Festival - Bieannual Kannamaroo Festival March July Haven & Jung Market Wimmera Machinery Field Days Wimmera Rockers Danceworld Horsham Car & Bike Show Haven & Jung Market December Horsham Fishing Competition Makers Gallery Christmas Market Horsham Motocross August Carols By Candlelight Competitions Championship Dog Show Horsham Santa Day Races Horsham Motorsport Blue Calisthenics Country Haven & Jung Market Ribbon Raceway Competitions Haven & Jung Market Haven & Jung Market For more information on events visit: visithorsham.com.au visithorsham.com.au 11 OUT & ABOUT

Family Activities The Public Art & Heritage Trail has been divided into two distinct precincts, the CBD Trail and the Garden The Horsham Aquatic Centre is a Council owned River Trail. This is a 4.5 km walk through the city’s facility and managed by the YMCA. The centre includes historic areas, with a focus on artworks and memorials indoor and outdoor swimming pools with full gym that commemorate Horsham’s history. facilities. The qualified staff along with modern fitness equipment offers a great health club catering for all Discover Horsham’s Walking Trails by riding, walking, your training goals. jogging along one of the many trails. The trails aim to promote active and healthy lifestyles as well as our Centre Cinema boasts 3 theatres for your convenience beautiful city, the Wimmera River, Wotonga Basin, and has the latest movies for you and your family to enjoy. Botanic Gardens and so much more. Many of the trails are flat to gently undulating making it excellent for a Why not try your hand at the stunning and challenging leisurely walk or jog. Stone Forest Adventure 18-hole mini golf course located behind Toy’s Restaurant on the Western Taste local wines and visit two cellar door only 10 Highway. minute drive from Horsham located in the Lower Norton area. Barangaroo Boutique Wines, offers the For the younger children, visit Kids Capers Play Café medal winning Vermentino, relax in a Tuscan setting in with colourful play equipment and various activities that the outdoor tasting area with views of the Grampians will stimulate the senses and encourage creative play. and Mt Arapiles. Norton Estate Wines, produces Watch the kids having fun while the parents enjoy the some of Australia’s finest boutique wines and is one of friendly café facility. Western Victoria’s finest producers of boutique vines. Their wines have achieved many accolades since the Horsham Lanes & Games is a place for family fun. The first wines were release. facility houses 12 ten pin bowl lanes and a variety of computer games.

12 Horsham - Victoria's Tidiest Town 2015 Walk the many trails and take in the scenery, open great playground, BBQ and toilet facilities. The park is spaces and natural environment. located at the start of some beautiful walking tracks and boardwalks through the surrounding wetlands. Visit the Horsham and Grampians Visitor Information Centre for details on walks in and around the CBD or Weir Park was formerly Jaycess Park and built in 1968. simply go to www.visithorsham.com.au to download View a double Canoe Tree and its history. Horsham’s your copy. First Urban Storm Water Wetland was built in 1999 with a 1.2km walk called the Yanga Track. Wimmera River/Lawrie Rudolph Walk - Stroll or pedal along the scenic walk as it follows the Wimmera On the northern end of town is the Horsham Police River. Points of interest include a War Memorial, the Paddock features all abilities fishing platforms. The area Soundshell and Apex Island which can be accessed offers recreational opportunities for walkers, cyclists, from a footbridge. anglers, bird watchers in a natural woodland setting. The reserve features a black box swamp, and remnants Sawyer Park was the original location of Brick Works, of the area’s endemic vegetation. where you’ll find a replicated kiln that has been placed. The Park is home to our War Memorial and The Police Paddock has three major functions. It Cenotaph. BBQ and toilet facilities are available. The provides a recreational and tourism focus, a habitat area is also known as the first timbered site of the for native wildlife, and collects drainage water from Horsham Weir from 1875 - 1959 and formed part of residential areas, which is then used for watering the swimming hole. Council’s parklands.

Apex Island is also known as Adventure Island The Police Paddock is a great place to picnic, with playground offering a giant slide and unique playground easy access parking close to the lake. The new equipment. Towards the western end of Barnes Blvd environmental toilet is to caters for all abilities. is the new weir and Weir Park providing another

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Whether your passionate about lawn bowls, croquet, Horsham Botanic Gardens offers large open lawn tennis, swimming, skiing, boating, cycling, walking, areas, picnic facilities, playground and beautiful floral golfing, you will find it all in Horsham. and rose gardens.

Horsham Golf Club has long had a reputation as Green Lake Recreation Facility one of the best golf courses in country Victoria and is ranked in the top 50 public access golf courses in Horsham Yacht Club based at Green Lake is only Australia. Located just 5 mins from Horsham CBD, 10kms from Horsham. The season runs from October the Horsham Golf Club new modern function rooms to late April, featuring races held every Sunday. The are available to meet your every need along wiith a Lake is also known for its Water Skiing during the stunning view of the golf course. summer months. Facilities include barbeques, picnic tables and toilets. Horsham Parks and Gardens 4-Wheel Driving is another way to see the region. May Park located only Rd is one of the most Enjoy the adventure of off-road touring without the popular parks in Horsham with a large open lawn area risk. Take on one of the pre-planned self drives either and sheltered BBQ and toilet facilities. through the Grampians North West, Grampians National Park, Grampians Black Range, Western Sawyer Park is located along the banks of the Wimmera Grampians or Little Desert National Park. Visit the River, featuring large open spaces and coin operated BBQs. Horsham & Grampians Visitor Information Centre or www.visithorsham.com.au for more information. Weir Park boasts picturesque river views including ample open space for children to run and play.

14 Horsham - Victoria's Tidiest Town 2015 Regional Waterways

With it’s gum tree lined banks, the Wimmera River is Lake Toolondo is an extremely popular reservoir which famous for its fishing competition held on the Labour offers great fly fishing, bait or lure fishing for brown and Day long weekend in March. rainbow trout or redfin. The majority of fish are taken by boat fishing around trees. At the Northern end of Green Lake is used for a variety of water sports as the lake there is a boat ramp and toilets. well as being ideal for swimming, windsurfing and water skiing. This public recreation reserve has boat ramps, Rocklands Reservoir is a well known waterway for its picnic facilities, barbecues etc. (Green Lake currently various tourist activities and attractions. The reservoir has low water levels.) boasts a good variety of fish species as well as bank fishing near the dam wall. Taylors Lake located 20kms from Horsham is popular for boating, water skiing, swimming and provides good Lake Wartook is located in the Grampians and features fishing for redfin and golden perch. beautiful clear water. It is the oldest rural reservoir in Victoria. The lake offers boat fishing as well as bank Natimuk Lake is popular for fishing and all kinds fishing off the wall. The reservoir is an anglers haven of water activities subject to water levels. When for catching brown trout and redfin. conditions are suitable it provides good fishing for Brown, Trout, Rainbow Trout an Redfin and is renowned for Yabbies. (Natimuk Lake currently has low water levels.)

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Wartook Valley offers Waterfalls magnificent sunrises, sunsets and brilliant Beehive Falls (2.8km return) - A gently undulating walking track night skies. There is a wealth of wonderful follows Mud Hut Creek upstream to a series of rock steps and on walks and 4WD tracks to experience to Beehive Falls (best after rain). Enjoy the rock pools and ferns. as well as an abundance of wildflowers, waterfalls, wild-life and rock formations. MacKenzie Falls (2km return) - An easy stroll from the carpark leads to a viewing platform overlooking the picturesque Broken The beauty and mystery of the Grampians Falls. To reach the base of the falls, follow the signs. Take care as National Park is best explored on foot this walk has many steps and is steep and slippery in sections. providing visitors a close-up experience with the beauty of the natural environment. Fish Falls (4.6km return) - This is a small waterfall that flows all year round on the MacKenzie river. The gravel walking track from The area famed for its mountain views Zumsteins meanders through the bush alongside the river. and inspiring sandstone escarpments with panoramic views of surrounding plains, Walks ancient rock art shelters, diverse animals and colourful wildflowers has made the area Zumsteins River Walk to MacKenzie Falls (7km return) begins at a popular holiday destination. the beautiful Zumsteins picnic ground, follow the track to Fish Falls or continue onto MacKenzie Falls. Many of the Grampians National Park waterfalls are located in the northern section Mt Zero (2.8km return) commence from the picnic area, track and are easily accessible from Wartook. markers will guide you up the rocky hillside. Enjoy views of Mt Stapylton and surrounds.

16 Horsham - Victoria's Tidiest Town 2015 Mt Stapylton (4.6km return) walk suited for the energetic walkers can involve slippery track surfaces, rock hopping and rock Be Safe & Be Prepared scrambling. Track markers guide the way up the steep rock slope When walking in the park: of flat Rock to a splendid vantage point overlooking the natural amphitheatre. • Always carry a good quality map • Plan your walk and never walk alone Hollow Mountain (2.2km return) The track climbs gradually through a wide open gully surrounded by rocky cliffs and past wind • Keep to the walking tracks, mind your scoured caverns to a rocky summit which offers views over Mt footing as some walks may involve Stapylton and Wimmera Plains. slippery surfaces, water crossings and rock hopping The Balconies Walk (1km) is relatively an easy walk. It starts at • Wear appropriate clothes, hat, Reeds Look and is one of the most photographed areas in the sunscreen and sturdy footwear is Grampians with exceptional panoramic views of the Victoria Range essential and valley. In spring time you will see native wildflowers and birdlife. • Always carry plenty of water. In summer most creeks in the Northern Aboriginals Art Shelter - For thousands of years, Aboriginals lived Grampians are dry in the Grampians. You will find Aboriginal Art Sites concealed in the mountains. Explore Gulgurn Manja by starting your walk from • Mobile phone service is limited in the Hollow Mountain car park this is a 1km re-turn trip. There is the Grampians Billmina Shelter Loop and Manja Shelter in the western part of the • For further information contact Grampians off the Henty Hwy or visit the Bun-jil’s Shelter located Parks Victoria on 13 19 63 near Stawell.

visithorsham.com.au 17 Wartook Valley home to many birds and mammals species including echidnas, wallabies, kangaroos, emus, deer and lizards like skinks and goannas. Catch a glimpse of the wedge-tailed eagles as they soar high, and see parrots, lorikeets and honeyeaters feeding on forest plant.

The region is one of Australia’s richest flora areas. Wildflowers bloom beautifully from late winter through to summer. Heathlands come to life with colourful shows of Grampians Boronia, Blue Pincushion, Parrot-pea and Thryptomene along with a multitude of other shrubs.

The area offers peace and tranquillity as well as adventure all in close proximity to the National Park. Wartook Valley offers horse riding, rock climbing, abseiling, fishing, mountain biking and quad bike tours.

The Laharum area is known for it olive groves the heritage trees and organic farming along with a Mediterranean climate produces award-winning olive oils. Take time and visit the olive groves and discover how organic olive oil is made and taste the region’s finest olives and award winning oils.

18 Horsham - Victoria's Tidiest Town 2015 4-Wheel Driving

GRAMPIANS NORTH WEST REGION The diverse terrain of the Grampians National Park is perfect for 4WD, the majority of access roads GREAT OUTDOORS GUIDE through the Grampians are sealed roads however, there are plenty of 4WD tracks to explore. Self drive tours will lead you into the Grampians National Park, Black Range State Park, Western Grampians and the Little Desert National Park where there are extensive networks of sealed, dirt road and 4WD tracks.

Grampians 4WD tour leads you to McKenzie Falls, Reeds & Boroka lookouts, Halls Gap and Heatherlier Quarry. Black Range 4WD has beautiful wildlife and Aboriginal cultural sites. Western Grampians 4WD includes the Chimney Pots, a unique rock stack and Aboriginal cultural sites. Little Desert National Park is an interesting 4WD experience with subtle changes in the vegetation and sand.

When 4-wheel driving in the area, it is recommended Explore, Discover, Uncover that you purchase detailed maps. Collect your Great 4WD Tracks, Fishing, Water Activities & Walks Outdoors Guide from the Horsham and Grampians visithorsham.com.au Visitor Information Centre located at 20 O’Callaghan Parade, Horsham or call 1800 633 218. visithorsham.com.au 19 Wartook Attractions Old Rosemont Quilts Wartook Services 138 McTavishs Rd Laharum Grampians Horse Riding Centre 03 5383 6229 Deirdre’s Laharum Grove 430 Schmidts Rd Brimpaen By appointment only 1603 Winfield Rd Laharum 03 5383 9255 www.oldrosemontquilts.com.au 0429 136 319 Booking essential Open Thursday to Sunday www.grampianshorseriding.com.au Valentine’s Woodworks www.laharumgrove.com.au 748 Winfields Rd Laharum Grampian Mountain Adventure 03 5383 8227 Happy Wanderer Fuel & Store Company Open most weekends 2493 Nth Grampians Rd Wartook Rock Climbing & Abseiling www.valentineswoodworks.com.au 03 5383 6210 0427 747 042 Bookings essential Victorian Inland Charters The Wander Inn www.grampiansadventure.com.au Guided fishing tours Grampians lakes 2637 Nth Grampians Rd Wartook 0438 132 130 03 5383 6377 Grampians Olive Co www.victorianinlandcharters.com.au Closed non school holidays (Home of Toscana) Mondays 376 Olive Plantation Rd Laharum Wartook Gardens Fully Licensed - No BYO 03 5383 8299 2866 Nth Grampians Rd Wartook www.wanderinn.wordpress.com Open daily 11am to 4pm 03 5383 6200 www.toscanaolives.com.au By appointment only www.wartookgardens.com.au Regional Service Grampians Quad Bike Adventures 130 Schmidt Rd Brimpaen Wartook Views A Kube Aviation (Joy flights) 03 5383 9215 Private collection of fully restored 0439 424 112 Bookings essential horse drawn vehicles www.akubeviation.com.au www.grampiansquadbikes.com.au 3036 Nth Grampians Rd Wartook 03 5383 6242 By appointment only

20 Horsham - Victoria's Tidiest Town 2015 DADSWELL'S BRIDGE

Dadswell’s Bridge is located along There are a number of sections the Western Highway with the majestic to the walking trail from vegetated Grampians mountain range as a backdrop. banks that provide habitat and protection for wildlife to various The area is famed for the Giant Koala - one of the vegetation such as shrubs, Daphne Australian big things. A popular attraction for all Heath, Emu Heath, Sticky Hop ages with a small zoo and koalas on site. Bush and Golden Wattle just to name a few. The area is also rich The tourist precinct at Dadswell’s Bridge consists in flora with over 25 species of of The Giant Koala, a gift shop with tourist grasses and groundcover plants. information, a take-away business, as well as an Indian restaurant. Places to visit: Giant Koala You will find a range of accommodation from a 5829 Western Hwy Dadswell’s Bridge caravan park with cabins and camp sites perfect for 03 5359 5230 a family, self contained log cabins, farm stay houses www.thegiantkoala.com.au and a hotel/motel facility. Deutscher’s Turkey Farm Mt William Creek Nature Trail (2kms return) 5828 Western Hwy Dadswell’s Bridge Explore the area by walking the Nature 03 5359 5220 Trail - a community project completed by local Open Monday to Friday & by appointment volunteers and supported by a number of www.deutscherskurkeyfarm.com government bodies. Dadswell’s Bridge Indian Restaurant The trail starts from the Giant Koala near the 5835 Western Hwy Dadswell’s Bridge bridge. 03 5359 5251 visithorsham.com.au 21 NATIMUK

Natimuk is a picturesque township situated The Verj - Natimuk’s township underwent a in the shadow of the world famous rock climbing transformation bringing together a wide cross- mecca of Mt Arapiles. section of the community to collaborate on the redesign and use of the town’s central median strip. Natimuk is situated west of Horsham and south of the Little Desert with it’s historic buildings that Using art, active participation and sustainable still grace the main street. Experience the Heritage principles, the community created a new space Trail that covers a range of sites and buildings, learn that is functional and inviting, drawing on the about the history of the region at the museum towns’ heritage. or view a collection of agricultural equipment on display at the Machinery Museum. One of the key components of The Verj is a sculpture know as “The Thing” created by artist The town centre is forever growing in popularity for Sam Deal, Kinetic Sculptures. “The Thing” is made its community arts and cultural scene. from local farm machinery. Sam’s sculptures are constructed from recycled steel, cast iron and canvas and achieve independent movement through weight and balance.

“The Thing” featured above was photographed by Dave Jones.

22 Horsham - Victoria's Tidiest Town 2015 Nati Frinj Festival is a biennial arts festival that Natimuk Goat Gallery is a privately owned art gallery promises to delight and inspire you with visual showcasing works of local and regional artists with performance and arts events. The festival involves exhibitions changing each month. The Goat Gallery is many local residents and provides artists and open for viewing on weekends from 1 - 4pm. festival visitors alike to experience the warmth www.goatgallery.com.au of a tiny rural community. The biennial three day festival kicks off with cheekily named Hay Natimuk Farmers Market Plus is known as the & Thespian Mardis Gras Parade. This quirky, people’s market showcasing local and regional creative and colourful parade is made up of locals produce. Markets are held throughout the year. and visiting artists making there way down the Dates can be obtained from the Horsham & main street. Grampians Visitor Information Centre.

visithorsham.com.au 23 MT ARAPILES

Mt Arapiles is a rock formation that rises Rock climbing should only be undertaken by trained above the Wimmera plains in Western Victoria and experienced climbers or under the guidance of and located within Tooan State Park. skilled and qualified instructors.

There are many ways to explore the world Local climbing guides in Natimuk are available to famous Mt Arapiles. Drive or ride to the summit take individuals or groups rock climbing. and take in the scenic views over the wheat plains or walk one of the paths leading to the summit. Mt Arapiles Tooan State Park is a habitat for The walk up central gully leads to a lookout with a variety of mammals. Kangaroos can be seen great views of the surrounding area with the grazing the lower slopes and possums are seen at Grampians in the distance. night foraging in the tree canopies. The park is an invaluable resource for nature conservation along Mt Arapiles is widely regarded as the top rock with about 14% of the states flora species climbing area in Australia and world renowned. Its old cliffs are weather beaten, yet the walls of The area provides the day visitor or the overnight the gullies are incredibly steep and smooth. The camper with toilet and picnic facilities all located quality of the rock and the variety of climbs makes in the main campground. There are no shower it attractive for beginners through to experienced facilities at the campground. climbers. More than 2000 routes have been developed on the many cliffs and pinnacles. Campsites can be booked online at www.parks.vic.gov.au/stay or by calling 13 19 63.

24 Horsham - Victoria's Tidiest Town 2015 Arapiles Bike Trail is a 33km off Mt Arapiles to Vinegar Hill is an 8km ride trail road recreational trail looping through the natural heading north through the Mitre Lake Reserve landscape of Natimuk, Mt Arapiles, Mitre Rock toward Vinegar Hill with magnificent views. There and Natimuk Lake. is no formed trail and riders may have to negotiate fallen trees and variable ground conditions. Not You will find interpretive signs with stories along suitable in wet conditions. the trail. The trail can be completed as a loop or divided into smaller sections. Mt Arapiles to Natimuk Lake a is 23km ride of undulating terrain. This scenic section takes you along Natimuk to Mt Arapiles is a 10km ride commencing the base of Mt Arapiles to Mitre Lake and back along at the rotunda near the skate park in Natimuk. the edge of Natimuk Lake to the Natimuk Caravan Follow the Natimuk Creek out of town to Gladigau Park, providing showers, BBQ and camping facilities. Rd and into the campground at Mt Arapiles. Not suitable in wet conditions.

Mt Arapiles to Mitre Rock is a short 3.3km Natimuk to Natimuk Lake is a 3.7km trail from undulating ride along a 4WD track. The track the Old Courthouse car park that follows the follows the base of Mt Arapiles from Centenary Natimuk Creek. Park before crossing Natimuk-Frances Rd to reach Mitre Rock. For further information on the Arapiles Bike Trail go to visithorsham.com.au Click on Natimuk / Mt Arapiles visithorsham.com.au 25 Horsham - Horsham Motel Horsham Apartments@Wembley Accommodation 5 Dimboola Rd 142 Baillie St 03 5382 5555 0457 165 797 Best Westlander Sundowner 100 Stawell Rd Majestic Motel Kurrajong House 03 5382 0191 56 Stawell Rd 4 Kurrajong Crt www.bestwestlander.com.au 03 5382 0144 0428 824 316 www.majesticmotelhorsham.com.au Comfort Inn Capital May Park Executive Apartments 109 Firebrace St Olde Horsham Motor Inn 1 Darlot St 03 5382 0125 9182 Western Hwy 03 5381 1966 www.capitalhorsham.com.au 03 5381 0033 www.maypark.com.au www.oldehorsham.com.au Comfort Inn May Park Mundimarlin 2 Darlot St Ploughman’s Motor Inn 37 Wotong Dr 03 5382 4477 22 Dimboola Rd 03 5382 3202 www.mayparkmotorlodge.com.au 03 5382 5944 www.mundimarlin.com www.ploughmansmotorinn.com.au Country City Motor Inn Oatlands House, Trackside 11 O’Callaghans Parade Smerdon Lodge Motel & Hideaway 03 5382 5644 42 Dimboola Rd 03 5382 3509 www.horsham-countycity.com.au 03 5382 3122 Ploughman On Ivy & Darlot Motor Inn Townhouse Motor Inn Ploughman On Wallis 47 Stawell Rd 31 Roberts Avenue 03 5382 5944 03 5381 1222 03 5382 4691 www.ploughmansmotorinn.com.au www.darlotmotorinn.com.au www.townhousemotorinn.com.au Searle House Glynlea Motel 38 Searle St 26 Stawell Rd Apartments & Self 0422 194 025 03 5382 0145 Contained Units Seven on Williams, [email protected] Fourteen on Begg and Kuranda Banksia Hill B&B 0417 081 794 Golden Grain Motor Inn Hutchinson’s Rd Quantong Sylvania Park 6 Dimboola Rd 03 5384 0264 03 5382 4741 Lubeck Rd [email protected] Bennett House 03 5382 2811 104 Bennett Rd www.sylvaniapark.com.au Horsham International Hotel 0447 502 503 118 Baillie St The Shack 03 5381 7555 Elm Tree Apartment Riverside East Rd www.horshamint.com.au 25A Searle St 0427 505 553 (text only) 0427 340 750 Horsham Mid City Court Motel 12 Darlot St Henry House 03 5382 5400 11 Henry St www.horsham-midcity.com.au 0427 030 728

26 Horsham - Victoria's Tidiest Town 2015 Horsham Hotels / Dadswell’s Bridge Mandala Stonehouse Retreat Accommodation Accommodation Nth Grampians Rd www.stayz.com.au/ Dooen Hotel Grampian’s Edge Caravan Park accommodationvic/the- Henty Hwy Dooen Western Hwy grampians/wartook/106398 03 5384 7230 03 5359 5241 www.dooenhotel.com.au grampiansedgecaravanpark.com.au Meringa Springs Small Luxury Lodge The Royal Hotel Dadswell’s Bridge Hotel / Motel 2974 Nth Grampians Rd 132 Firebrace St Western Hwy 03 5383 6363 03 5382 1255 03 5359 5251 www.meringasprings.com.au White Hart Hotel Old Dadswell’s Town Wartook Rise Mud Brick Cabins 55 Firebrace St Western Hwy 3006 Nth Grampians Rd 03 5382 1231 03 5359 5299 03 5383 6260 www.olddadswelltown.com.au www.wartookrise.com.au Horsham Orchid Lane Cottages Caravan Parks Western Hwy 03 5359 5209 Brimpaen Horsham Riverside Caravan Park Accommodation 190 Firebrace St www.orchidlanecottages.com.au Asses Ears Wilderness Lodge 03 5382 3476 130 Schmidt Rd www.horshamriverside.com.au Wartook Accommodation 03 5383 9215 Wimmera Lakes www.assesearslodge.com.au Caravan Park Resort Banksia Park B&B The Grelco Run 9161 Western Hwy 65 Carters Dr 520 Schmidt Rd 03 5382 4481 03 5383 6209 03 5383 9221 www.wimmeralakes.com www.banksiapark.net.au www.grampiansgrelcorun.com Bracken Lodge Natimuk 3031 Nth Grampians Rd Laharum Accommodation 03 5383 8203 Accommodation Natimuk Hotel / Cabins Emu Holiday Park Mountain View Guesthouse 65 Main St (currently closed for renovation) 1975 Nth Grampians Rd 03 5387 1300 169 Rosebrook Glenisla Rd 03 5383 6205 Natimuk Studios Happy Wanderer Holiday Resort 105 Main St 2493 Nth Grampians Rd Mount Zero 0402 766 266 03 5383 6210 Accommodation www.happywandererresort.net.au Natimuk Caravan Park Mt Zero Log Cabins Lake Rd Kangaroos In The Top Paddock 221 Flat Rock Rd 0407 800 753 Nth Grampians Rd 03 5384 3226 0427 665 089 www.mountserologcabins.com.au kangaroosinthetoppaddock.com.au

visithorsham.com.au 27 Horsham Restaurants Horsham Cafés Horsham Hotels Bistro on McLachlan Alley Café Bull & Mouth Hotel 36 McLachlan St • 03 5382 5912 120 Wilson St • 0432 663 692 83 Wilson St • 03 5382 1057 Capital Bistro Axis Worx Café Commercial Hotel 109 Firebrace St • 03 5382 0125 134 Golf Course Rd • 03 5382 0333 68 Wilson St • 03 5382 5300 Ducks Nuts Café 100 Dooen Hotel 118 Baillie St • 03 5381 7555 100 Firebrace St • 03 5382 2004 Henty Hwy Dooen • 03 5384 7230 Ginger Chilli Modern Asian Cuisine Café Chickpea Exchange Hotel Shop 3 120 Wilson St • 03 5347 0208 30A Pynsent St • 03 5382 3998 100 Firebrace St • 03 5382 2004 Bonnie & Clydes Café Jas Royal Hotel 77 Pynsent St • 03 5382 1101 37 Roberts Ave • 03 5382 3911 132 Firebrace St • 03 5382 1255 Horsham Golf Club Blue Wren Bistro Café Red Victoria on the Park 304 Golf Course Rd • 03 5382 1652 87 Firebrace St • 03 5382 0517 16 Dimboola Rd • 03 5382 1162 Horsham Masala Indian Restaurant Da Mena’s Pizza & Pasta Café White Hart Hotel 24 Firebrace St • 03 5382 7699 4 Firebrace St • 03 5382 4167 55 Firebrace St • 03 5382 1231 Horsham Palace Chinese Restaurant Figtree Café 49A Roberts Ave • 03 5382 5671 59 Firebrace St • 03 5381 1823 Horsham Family Horsham Sports & Community Club Café 22 Restaurants 179 Baillie St • 03 5382 6262 22 Horsham Plaza • 0418 586 709 K.F.C Jade Lantern Chinese Restaurant UpTempo 1 Dimboola Rd • 03 5382 5869 49B Roberts Ave • 03 5382 5115 6 Dimboola Road • 03 5347 0038 Hungry Jacks Moe’s Bar & Grill The Cheeky Fox 9 - 13 Dimboola Rd • 03 5382 7946 110 Firebrace St • 03 5382 0399 27 Firebrace St • 03 5381 1955 McDonalds Family Restaurant Olde Horsham Restaurant Nourish’d 32-36 Dimboola Rd • 03 5381 1419 Western Hwy • 03 5382 6999 34 Roberts Ave Tasty Express Chinese Restaurant Thipatiy 39 Firebrace St • 03 5382 4491 41 Roberts Ave • 03 5382 2320 Thai Basil Restaurant YMCA Café 41 Darlot St • 03 5382 2694 Hamilton St • 03 5382 2576 Toy’s Garden Restaurant 50 - 54 Stawell Rd • 03 5382 2530

28 Horsham - Victoria's Tidiest Town 2015 Horsham Bakeries Horsham CBD Natimuk Bakers Delight Takeaway Natimuk National Hotel 50 2b Darlot St • 03 5381 2115 Noodle Village Main St Natimuk • 03 5387 1300 Besselaar’s Pies & Pastries 21 Firebrace St • 03 5381 1038 13 Bennett Rd • 03 5382 3059 Chicken Chef Wartook 16 Firebrace St • 03 5382 6388 Brumby’s Deirdre’s Restaurant Shop 3 Horsham Plaza • 03 5382 Rockin' Robins Food Bar at Laharum Grove 6124 58 Wilson St • 03 5382 2989 1603 Winfields Rd Laharum Conway Pies SuperFeast 0429 136 319 51 Pynsent St • 03 5382 0847 88 Firebrace St • 03 5382 1158 The Wander Inn The Oven Door Domino's 2637 Nth Grampians Rd Wartook 40 Firebrace St • 03 5382 0957 23a Firebrace St • 03 5362 5422 03 5383 6377 Waack’s Bakery Horsham Kebab Station 66 Firebrace St • 03 5382 0045 14 Firebrace St • 03 5381 2789 Dadswell’s Bridge Poseidon Fish & Chip Shop Namaskaar Indian Restaurant 5b Firebrace St • 03 5382 4410 Western Hwy Dadswell’s Bridge 03 5359 5251 The Giant Koala Western Hwy Dadswell’s Bridge 03 5359 5230

visithorsham.com.au 29 Essential Numbers - You may need to know

Ambulance 000 Dentists CFA 000 Horsham Dental Group Police 000 41 McLachlan St • 03 5382 2239 Police - Roberts Avenue 03 5382 9200 Plaza Dental Centre Horsham Plaza • 03 5382 2662 Hospital Emergency Wimmera Base Hospital Optometrists Baillie Street • 03 5381 9111 Kevin Paisley Horsham Eyewear 70 Firebrace St • 03 5382 2990 Medical Services Specsavers Horsham Lister House Clinic 51-53 Firebrace St • 03 5382 4433 146 Baillie St • 03 5382 0011 Wimmera Eye Care Wimmera Medical Centre 149 Baillie St • 03 5382 1429 6-12 Read St • 03 5381 9167 Tristar Medical Group Veterinary 1C Madden St • 03 5382 3400 Your Family Vet Clinic 29 O’Callaghan Pde • 03 5381 1996 Pharmacies Horsham Vet Clinic & Animal Hospital Amcal Pharmacy 25 Dimboola Rd • 03 5381 1439 Firebrace St • 03 5382 1019 Priceline Pharmacy Transport Darlot St • 03 5382 6006 Horsham Coach Terminal Chemmart Pharmacy Roberts Ave • 03 5381 1871 52 Firebrace St • 03 5382 4466 Horsham Taxi 03 5381 1223 A Kube Aviation 0439 424 112

30 Horsham - Victoria's Tidiest Town 2015 PARKING - Horsham CBD

General parking throughout the city is metered at Caravan & Motorhome Dump Points $1.00 per hour. Please check signage near where • Located in Firebrace St in front of the Horsham you are parked. Caravan Park. • Located at Wimmera Lakes Caravan Resort, Easy Park - The New Way Western Hwy Horsham Rural City Council is moving with the times and would like to introduce you to Easy Park Caravan & Motorhome - a system that allows for easier parking using your Free CBD parking (no time limit) for caravans and mobile phone. Download the free App at www. motorhomes is located at: easypark.com.au • Darlot St (northern end) Start, end or extend your parking directly from your • McLachlan St (in front of Mibus carpark) phone easily and simply from wherever you are. • McLachlan St (north of Coles carpark) • Wilson St (western end) Long Vehicle Parking There are a number of parks (unmetered) Horsham and Grampians Visitor where cars and caravans can park without a time Information Centre restriction. (See locations marked on CBD maps). Come visit our friendly and professional staff for all your information needs and make your visit to the Horsham Region a memorable one.

20 O’Callaghan Parade Horsham VIC 3400 1800 633 218 visithorsham.com.au 31 HORSHAM CBD

Gateway Town Hall Centre Art Gallery

Horsham Free WiFi Zones

32 Horsham - Victoria's Tidiest Town 2015 Day Trips - Centre yourself in Horsham and explore the region. Travel south and explore the Grampians National Park/Wartook Valley. Travel west and explore Natimuk/Mount Arapiles area. Travel north west and explore the Little Desert National Park.

Framing the Wimmera Map

visithorsham.com.au 33 34 Horsham - Victoria's Tidiest Town 2015 visithorsham.com.au 35 Horsham Region Welcomes Recreational Vehicles

Horsham & Grampians Visitor Information Centre

Come visit our friendly and professional staff for all your information needs and make your visit to the Horsham Region a memorable one.

20 O’Callaghan Parade Horsham VIC 3400 1800 633 218

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