Great Western Tiers Village Life & Wilderness in Northern

www.greatwesterntiers.net.au holiday guide 2011–12 Welcome… to the

Page 4 The Great Western Tiers

Page 6 From city to wilderness

Page 10 Touring

Page 12 Things to see and do

Page 16 Walks and nature trails

Page 18 GUIDE MAP

Page 20 Cycle trails

Page 22 Food and wine

Page 26 Where to stay

Page 30 Lifestyle

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Great Western Tiers Visitor Centre www.greatwesterntiers.net.au 2 Let us help you discover the magic of the valley, 1 3 rivers and mountains or maybe you’re more interested in the cafes and galleries, we know all the secrets. Call in and chat to our friendly, local staff and volunteers for information about touring, attractions and accommodation. 100 Emu Bay Road Deloraine P 03 6362 5280 F 03 6362 4377 www.greatwesterntiers.net.au [email protected]

OPEN 7 DAYS Ever-constant but ever- The Aboriginal people towards free settlement began Great Western Tiers changing – a backdrop magically have always known the Tiers right here, in this enchanting transformed with each passing as Kooparoona Niara, meaning valley. Listen to the stories and season, at the whim and mood of Mountains of the Spirits, wonder at the vision as well as the the weather, at each hour of every reflecting the nostalgic aura of an fortitude of those early pioneers. day from sunrise till sundown area which was the meeting place In the Great Western Tiers you will – the rugged escarpment of the of three Aboriginal nations more experience a true microcosm of Great Western Tiers majestically than 10,000 years ago. the island’s history and heritage, dominates and defines the Later came European settlers, its wild scenery and wildlife, landscape to the south and gives spreading westwards from its tumbling waterfalls, lush its name to this popular touring Launceston, struggling to tame rainforest and spellbinding caves. region. the land in these fertile valleys This is Tasmania as you’ve always In the shadow of the Tiers, from and plains to feed a growing imagined it. the fringes of Launceston city population and bringing their own at Prospect Vale in the east to heritage to this strange country the pristine wilderness of Mole to shape an enduring English Creek and beyond in the west, landscape which delights visitors embark on an enthralling journey today. of discovery spanning centuries Outgrowing its stark beginnings Immerse yourself, feel it, breathe it – of history and myriad enchanting as a penal colony, Tasmania’s move it’s all around you. experiences.

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City excitement – Prospect Vale end of town. Known in the early days as Lyttleton, and Hadspen Carrick was an important stopping point for coaches Prospect Vale today is an urban population hub and its many historic buildings are in use to this in outer western Launceston. A dynamic centre day. within easy reach of the city, Prospect Vale is home From Carrick, you can follow the signed route via to Country Club Tasmania, nightlife capital of the Bracknell to . Originally established to region. service the needs of the forestry industry, Bracknell From Prospect Vale, leave the highway and its now serves as the centre of a thriving farming traffic behind you and follow the Great Western community, set in a beautiful rural landscape. Tiers Touring Route signs as you head west on Staying on Meander Valley Road, after Carrick Meander Valley Road – a leisurely, meandering you’ll find the peaceful township of Hagley, most byway that leads you on a journey of discovery notable visually for the towering steeple of St Mary’s through the valley’s historic towns and scenic Church. Built by Sir Richard Dry, the Tasmanian-born wonders. Premier who ended transportation, St Mary’s is

First town along your path is Hadspen, one of the best examples of Gothic architecture in www.greatwesterntiers.net.au . 6 growing rapidly as a satellite suburb of Launceston, 7 but home to some splendid colonial buildings, Westbury is your next port of call, a town with notably Entally House which is open to visitors a rich colonial past. Wander the unique village daily. green, flanked by heritage buildings; imagine yourself back in the 1850s surrounded by soldiers, convicts and citizens – in fact, four times as many residents as today – half of whom spoke Gaelic! Living history – Carrick, Bracknell, The village of Westbury has been described as Hagley and Westbury ‘more English than England’, reflecting the desire of The road next brings you to Carrick, where the those early settlers to impose a familiarity on this picturesque flows through the western foreign land. From city to wilderness

Fine art, fine food and forest splendour Onwards – to and – Deloraine, Elizabeth Town and the wilderness – via Chudleigh and Meander Famous for hosting Australia’s largest working craft Continuing west from Deloraine, you’ll arrive fair each November, Deloraine is home to a growing at Chudleigh, Tasmania’s Village of Roses. As number of artists and craftspeople who draw you’ll discover when you descend from hillside, inspiration from the magnificent scenery all around. to grassy plain and on into the village, it’s truly Their creative passion is exemplified in the inspiring reminiscent of its Devonshire namesake. Yarns Artwork in Silk wall hangings, on display at From Chudleigh, your road winds along a the Visitor Centre in Deloraine. breathtakingly beautiful valley between the Take a stroll around the town and along the Great Western Tiers and the Gog Range to Mole banks of the gently flowing , enjoy Creek, where Mt Roland rises starkly in front the creations along the sculpture trail – some bold, of you. some quirky, some beautiful. When you find the life- Wonderfully picturesque above ground, sized statue of the great racehorse, Malua, you have below there is a whole other world of beauty. arrived at the Visitor Centre; make sure you call in Mole Creek’s famous caves have been a drawcard www.greatwesterntiers.net.au 8 for a chat with a local and learn about things to see for generations of visitors and today’s show 9 and do around the area. caves – Marakoopa Cave and King Solomons Heading north from Deloraine, the Bass Cave – are a highlight not to be missed. Highway will take you to Elizabeth Town, the centre Mole Creek – where Tasmanian Tigers of a renowned gourmet trail, or to the coast at roamed (and, according to some locals, still Devonport. Or go south and enjoy a short, scenic do) is the hub of an area of unspoiled natural drive to the quaint little town of Meander and, beauty, a mecca for both serious hikers and beyond, to Huntsman Lake and Meander Forest casual bushwalkers seeking a wilderness Reserve. experience and sensational views. Touring

Your ideal base for touring northern Tasmania – city to Cradle, coast to wilderness

Did you know that Deloraine is only 40 minutes from Launceston Airport and Devonport’s Spirit of Tasmania ferry terminal? Did you know, too, that you can get to Cradle Mountain direct from Mole Creek via a spectacularly scenic route? Don’t miss our hidden secrets – re-programme that GPS to show minor roads, because you surely didn’t come to Tasmania to drive exclusively on its highways! For a relaxing short break – or a serious holiday – the Great Western Tiers region is readily accessible and centrally located. As well as the treasure trove of attractions in the immediate surrounds, you can easily explore Launceston and the Tamar Valley, the central north coast, the World Heritage Area of the Central Plateau and, of course, Cradle Mountain – from your comfortable base right here – in the heart of northern Tasmania. www.greatwesterntiers.net.au 10 CHUDLEIGH WESTBURY 32 11 R & O Loone & Westbus Bus Reliable and friendly family business services. Transport available from one to 60 plus persons. Charter Services Airport, walks pick-up and drop-off, personalised tours.

63 Sorell Street Chudleigh P 03 6363 6190 [email protected] 63 Meander Valley Road Westbury P 03 6393 1830 [email protected] Phoenix Coaches Devonport P 03 6424 9112 www.westbus.net.au Things to see and do 4 18 holes, 5 restaurants 4 bars... one stop.

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Be amazed by awe-inspiring artistry and creativity, be www.greatwesterntiers.net.au 12 overwhelmed by nature’s wondrous bounty, be entertained by 6 WESTBURY 7 13 pursuits simple or sophisticated, be a part of our living, breathing history – be yourself in the Great Western Tiers! Bring your golf clubs, your hiking boots, your fishing rod, your love of a good tale of days gone by, your eye for beauty – and, of course, your camera. They’ll all get a good workout here! John Temple Gallery Discover for yourself magical experiences that make your heart 103 Meander Valley Road Westbury sing, your spirit soar, take you to places beyond your wildest Wilderness & Landscape P 03 6393 1666 imaginings.Discover the attractions – and the secrets – of the Photography www.johntemplegallery.com.au Great Western Tiers. WESTBURY 8 13 ADMISSIONFREE Pearn’s Steam World Experience the sights, the southern hemisphere. sounds, smells and Machinery is regularly nostalgia of a bygone era steamed up and operated at Pearn’s Steam World. with the annual Steam Up • Free Honey Tasting Pearn’s Steam World on the long weekend at • Over 50 different honey varieties including: has one of the largest the beginning of November nut honey chocolate honey collections of traction each year. P 03 6393 1414 fruit honey spiced honey engines, veteran tractors, Pearn’s Steam World is open varietal honey medicinal honey stationary engines and every day except Christmas 65 Meander Valley Highway Westbury • Honey skin care agricultural machinery in Day and Good Friday. www.pearnssteamworld.org.au • Pure beeswax candles • Honey ice cream 9 10 • Honeybee gifts and toys

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DELORAINE 11 14 Seppenfelts Emporium & Gifts We may make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give. Join us We support ethical trading. “It is in exchanging the gifts of the earth that you shall find abundance and be satisfied. Yet unless on a journey through time the exchange be in love and kindly justice, it will but lead some to greed and others to hunger.” Kahlil Gibran, The Prophet Mole Creek Caves

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Department of Primary Industries, Parks, Water and Environment Walks and nature trails

The beauty and bounty of the wild country all around is there to be enjoyed by the young and not-so-young, the fit and fearless and the not-so-intrepid explorer.H ere are three easy, short walks that will transport you into natural, unspoiled environments – from rainforest to native forest to alpine moorland – with spectacular views. Guided Walks 15 Join an expert for a guided walk in the forests of Liffey Falls Devils Gullet the Great Western Tiers. There are two walking tracks through beautiful A short alpine walk (about 30 minutes return) to a • Rain Forest Walk 2-3 hours $55p/p rainforest to Liffey Falls – part of Tasmania’s World stunning lookout platform overhanging a sheer cliff • Wild Forest Walk 4-5 hours $100p/p (incl lunch) Heritage area. A 45 minute return walk from the face, with views to , Cradle Mountain • Bird Tours and World Heritage Walk by arrangement. top car park offers developed picnic facilities and a and other landmarks across the huge chasm of Departure 10.30 am unless otherwise arranged. Bookings shorter, higher grade walking track. The alternative the Fisher River valley. This is a simply awesome 24 hours in advance required. track from the lower car park offers minimal experience on a windy day, when the dolerite cliffs facilities and a longer and less developed walking channel south westerly winds up into the gullet. An enjoyable way to spend a track. You can get to Liffey Falls via Bracknell or via day as well as getting the inside www.greatwesterntiers.net.au 16 Deloraine and – just follow the signs. Walls of Jerusalem, and more information on the evolutionary 17 Longer walks, many suitable for experienced and history and ecology of Tasmania’s Forest Walks Lodge Alum Cliffs–Tulampanga well-prepared bushwalkers only – so please check world famous old growth forests. An enchanting short walk (about 40 minutes first – include the fabled Walls of Jerusalem National return) takes you to a forest lookout perched high Park, Meander Forest Reserve, and above the boulder-strewn as it flows a number of tracks which take you up the face of along the valley through the Alum Cliffs Gorge. the Tiers to the World Heritage Area of the Central Tulampanga, or Alum Cliffs, was a place of enormous Plateau. social and spiritual significance to Aborigines because of the ochre to be found in that area of the Gog Range. Many tribes travelled to Tulampanga to Call in at the Visitor Centre in Deloraine for more 669 Jackeys Marsh Rd, Jackeys Marsh phone: 03 63695150 obtain this highly prized material and for them this information about these and a whole range of other web: www.forestwalkslodge.com email: [email protected] was a sacred celebration place. walks.

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CHARLES RANGE Cycle trails

The Great Caves Ride This ride can be taken as either a one or two day tour and will take you through an area that is home to some of the most Touring cyclists have long enjoyed the safe, low-traffic famous caves in Australia. Make time to stop at the many attractions this area has to offer, including Trowunna Wildlife country roads that run the length of the region and four Park, spectacular Alum Cliffs, and the spellbinding King cycling trails have been developed along these roads. Solomons and Marakoopa Caves. The Great Country Ride For even more enjoyment, you can download a series of inspiring podcasts A flat ride through scenic countryside and historic townships, from our website, bringing the region to life. Cycle trail maps are available at the Great Country Ride explores the district’s English-style the Visitor Centre in Deloraine. Each ride is around 70 km in length, taking countryside. Along the way you will discover the traditional in most of the townships and attractions of the Great Western Tiers. You farming practices that characterise this area and some of the will find accommodation, cafés, restaurants and camping grounds available best evidence of our colonial heritage. throughout your journey. The Great Gourmet Ride Set your own pace and take the time to experience the sights, tastes, smells An easy ride through lush pastures and valleys to the west of Deloraine – an area that is home to some of Australia’s leading and stories of this breathtaking region. Your memories will be unforgettable. gourmet producers. In contrast to the Great Country Ride, this tour offers a glimpse of some of the region’s more innovative farming practices and provides plenty of opportunities to stop and sample delicious gourmet produce along the way. The Great World Heritage Ride The Great World Heritage Ride extends south from Deloraine, providing amazing views of the Great Western Tiers as you approach the edge of Tasmania’s famous World Heritage Area. As you journey south towards Liffey Falls, the ride becomes more challenging.

Cyclists should take careful note of the safety information contained in maps and podcasts and be aware that the final stretch, on the approach to Liffey Falls, is suitable for hybrid and mountain bikes only. www.greatwesterntiers.net.au

20 21 Food and wine 16 Sparkling clean air, rich fertile land, pristine rivers – essential ingredients needed to produce the finest quality food and wine – this bountiful region has them all!

DELORAINE 17 18 World-class produce – taste it, feast on it, Is one of the largest private collections of petrol memorabilia in buy some to take home with you – from Tasmania. 50s style booth seating producers right here in the Great Western & tables. Rock ‘n’ Roll music and a Tiers. Taste test your way along the gourmet jukebox at 20c per song, overlooking an English box hedge garden. Hot trail centred around Deloraine, Chudleigh dogs, burgers, milk shakes, spiders, and Elizabeth Town. banana splits and so much more. Also available for functions. And, throughout the Great Western Tiers, indulge in fine dining or enjoy simple Cruzin in the 50s Diner 2 Railway Street Deloraine P 03 6362 2978 country fare, created from the fruits of this good earth, in a wide variety of restaurants, cafés, coffee shops and bakeries. 19 DeloraineHotel • Alfresco dining and Amanti coffee • Gaming, Tote and Betasport facilities • Accommodation • Meeting room hire • Bottle shop www.greatwesterntiers.net.au

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LAUNCESTON Deloraine Emu Bay Road, Deloraine Ph:6362 2022 www.delorainehotel.com.au 20 25 EXPERIENCE THE CREAM OF TASMANIAN FINE FOOD Chocolate Cheese Raspberries HOUSE OF ASHGROVE CHRISTMAS HILLS ANVERS CHEESE RASPBERRY Café with atmosphere, friendly service, good food, fine A REAL CHOCOLATE PREMIUM FARM FRESH FARM CAFE coffee and an extensive range of Tasmanian food, gifts SENSATION DAIRY PRODUCTS THE WAY LIFE SHOULD TASTE! and gourmet treasures All day café menu featuring Café menu featuring milk local produce & chocolate. drinks, ice cream and All day café menu catering for Free entry to museum, cheese. Free entry to cheese all raspberry cravings, country viewing area, garden walk making viewing areas, cheese style breakfasts. 36 Emu Bay Road, Deloraine 7304 Ph (03) 6362 2127 and tasting centre. tasting. Retail sales offering Log fire in winter. Retail sales centre. wide selection of Tasmanian Free entry to lakeside walk. gourmet food and wine. Retail sales. DELORAINE 10 21 Open daily 7am – 7pm Open daily 7.30am – 6pm 9025 Bass Hwy, Latrobe Open daily 7am – 5pm Wholesome House Phone 03 6426 2958 6173 Bass Hwy, Bass Hwy, Elizabeth Town Grocery shopping how it ought to be! www.anvers-chocolate.com.au Elizabeth Town Phone 03 6362 2186 Phone 03 6368 1105 www.raspberryfarmcafe.com.au Whole foods, household • Vitamin & mineral www.ashgrovecheese.com.au and personal, including: supplements • Raw honeys • LaVera, Natural Instincts • Healthy snacks (new range) Alchemy & Akin • Beans & lentils • Prepacked and Loose, Organic • Teas & beverages and conventional fresh • Dried fruits & nuts produce and dairy HOUSE OF ANVERS 38km ASHGROVE CHEESE 8km RASPBERRY FARM • Huge gluten-free range 66 Emu Bay Rd Deloraine (20min) (5min) • Breakfast cereals & P 03 6362 3551 Bass Highway (A1) Bass Highway (A1) muesliis TO DEVONPORT (5min) (Latrobe) Elizabeth Town TO LAUNCESTON (30min)

DELORAINE 22 23 CHUDLEIGH 26 MOLE CREEK 27 Natural wines – Home of the Enjoy delicious handmade, using famous Chudleigh country-style time-honoured, Burger, delicious meals in the traditional home made pies dining room, methods. and cakes, and chat with the Tastings and the best chips locals in the bar cellar door sales in the Valley! Chudleigh General about Tassie Tiger Mole Creek Hotel Open most days Takeaway, eat in sightings, stay in & Tassie Tiger Bar 11–5 our dining area Store Open daily our comfortable Three Willows Vineyard or al fresco in our accommodation. 90 Pioneer Drive Mole Creek 60 Sorrell Street Chudleigh 46 Montana Road Red Hills beautiful garden P 03 6363 1102 P 03 6363 6138 P 0438 507 069 setting. www.molecreekhotel.com www.greatwesterntiers.net.au 24 ELIZABETH TOWN 24 28 MOLE CREEK 29 25 Elizabeth Town Bakery Café MOLE CREEK CAFÉ Just moments Enjoy our from Mole delicious Indulge in delicious ETC 3 meeting rooms Creek’s famous menu of home pies, pastries, gourmet Gluten free products available Lovely Food, Marakoopa grown and cakes, crusty bread and Cave. Relax in a locally sourced freshly ground coffee. New menu includes gourmet Coffee, Wine & Gifts beautiful garden produce and burgers & hot chips 25 minutes from the setting, taking fantastic “Spirit” 5783 Bass Highway in spectacular coffee. mountain views. Open daily for breakfast P 03 6368 1350 from 6am www.etcbakery.com 100 Pioneer Drive, Mole Creek Marakoopa Garden Café Licensed [email protected] www.molecreekgh.com.au Phone 6363 1399 186 Mayberry Road Mayberry P 03 6363 5033 Where to stay WESTBURY 30 WESTBURY 31 Includes Delightful S/C restaurant, quiet 3 bedroom old English bar Victorian Cottage and parkland in a half acre gardens. of English style gardens, modern Westbury Lavender conveniences, Cottage Discount off normal Fitzpatricks Inn warm & cosy, old accommodation prices 131 King Street Westbury upon presentation of the 56 Meander Valley Road Westbury world charm. Quiet Guide to the Inn. P 03 63931153 area. Walking M 0412 322 729 www.fitzpatricksinn.com.au distance to shops www.lavendercottage.com.au [email protected] & restaurants. [email protected]

DELORAINE 32 33 On Highland Lakes Road, just 2.8km from the Deloraine bridge. Spacious accommodation with queen size bed, microwave, Barra Farm B&B TV, tea and coffee Undercover parking. Peace and + delicious home tranquillity assured. made treats, BBQ Please phone Jan or Martin facilities. on 03 6362 2781 or 0409 110 153

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14 Parsonage Built from locally quarried bluestone Street Deloraine around 1860 the Grain Store has P 03 6362 4722 been lovingly restored to a luxurious M 0416 182 543 contemporary B&B. Rooms are from $150 per night with king, queen and single beds all with elegant ensuites. A hot breakfast (and great espresso) is included in your From city resort to country cottage, stay and discounts apply for multiple nights. Enjoy the use of our movie room. cosy bed and breakfast to caravan park, there’s a www.bluestonegrainstore.com.au

friendly face to welcome you at the end of www.greatwesterntiers.net.au 26 the day. Country folk at heart, we welcome DELORAINE 35 27 visitors and go the extra mile to make your stay Bonney’s Inn Colonial B&B Centrally located in Deloraine, directly opposite memorable! the Meander River. Enjoy the charming 1830s coaching inn, with queen ensuite rooms and a The Great Western Tiers Visitor Centre can help with your wonderful included full breakfast. Relax in the garden or in the guest lounge in front of the cosy accommodation requirements and is open 9 to 5 daily. Online fireplace with a free port. Stroll across the road to booking facilities are available through our website, www. enjoy beautiful riverside walks. greatwesterntiers.net.au. For phone assistance, call 6362 5280. 19 West Parade Deloraine Or call in for a chat with the friendly volunteers and staff at the P 03 6362 2974 www.bonneys-inn.com [email protected] Visitor Centre in Deloraine – they will be happy to help! DELORAINE 36 MOLE CREEK 40 MOLE CREEK 41 The Bush Inn is Private, self- • 20 powered sites a cosy country contained, • 30 unpowered pub, built in 1856. comfortable sites Offering meals, get-away with • onsite cabin accommodation, majestic views • onsite manager bottleshop with of the Great • laundry extensive local Western TIers. • onsite kitchen variety. A great Bush Inn All amenities Engadine Cottage • wi-fi access Mole Creek Caravan place to relax and 7/9 Meander Valley Road Deloraine for couples or 56 Miles Road Mole Creek • dog friendly Park on Sassafras Creek meet up. P 03 6362 2365 families from P 03 6363 1424 M 0409 020 415 • open fires 2 Union Bridge Road Mole Creek www.bushinn.com.au $120 per night. www.engadinecottage.com allowed - wood P 03 6363 1150 supplied [email protected] [email protected] www.molecreek.net.au

DELORAINE 37 42 MOLE CREEK 43 Fully self- Spacious contained two ensuite B & B bedroom cottages, accommodation Situated on 120ha in an idyllic of farmland and setting, featuring only 3 minutes warm hospitality, walking distance reasonable from the heart Tiers Cottages tariff, delicious Mole Creek Lodge B & B of Deloraine’s 54 Meander Valley Road Deloraine Mole Creek Guest House breakfasts and 484 Caveside Road Mole Creek shopping, cultural P 03 6362 4500 F 03 6362 3011 & Laurelberry Restaurant luscious views! P 03 6367 8227 M 0428 661 296 and art precinct. www.tierscottages.com.au Ph 6363 1399 www.molecreekbedandbreakfast.com [email protected] www.molecreekgh.com.au [email protected] DELORAINE c1853 38 1/Bowerbank Mill B&B (1853)—exceptional heritage Cottages & Suites. Sleeps 18. 2/ 2/Deloraine Holiday Retreat—expansive & comfortable with superb outlook. Sleeps 8. 3/Deloraine 60’s Cottage—newly renovated, quirky & cosy. Sleeps 6. Three different styles & eras, offering the same high 1/ 3/ standard in décor, hospitality & comfort. All have lovely gardens & stunning views; some full kitchens. Three Sleeping Beauties Included: gourmet breakfasts with local home produce; P 03 6362 2628 (please book) flat screen TVs & more. Multiple night discounts. www.bowerbankmill.com.au • [email protected] www.greatwesterntiers.net.au 28 LIAWENEE 39 29 Cosy, hostel-style accommodation for up to 20 adults, adjacent to Tasmania’s . Your ideal accommodation choice for a true alpine experience. Tiger Hut 9239 Highlands Lake Road Liawenee P 03 6259 8148 M 0437 598 148 Lifestyle

Meander Valley, which encompasses the Great Within the valley, and also in neighbouring Western Tiers touring region, is a wonderful, Launceston and Devonport, large and small safe place to live and raise a family in an commercial, hospitality, agricultural and industrial urban, village or rural environment – all within enterprises offer excellent employment prospects easy reach of the major regional facilities to locals. of Launceston, the largest city in northern There’s housing to suit every taste and, as an Tasmania. added bonus, a median house price of just $297,500 Shops service towns large and small means a home owner selling property in Melbourne throughout the valley and families are well or Sydney can expect to pocket over half the catered for with eight primary schools and four proceeds when they buy in the Meander Valley. secondary schools, as well as a range of tertiary Investors looking for commercial, agricultural or education facilities close at hand in Launceston. industrial property reap similar rewards by moving There are hospitals at Deloraine and Launceston, to Meander Valley. and medical centres at Deloraine and Westbury. To find out more, visit www.meander.tas.gov.au

westbury 44 Professional tourism photo­graphy, providing high quality images for webpage and graphic KVP Multimedia design, signage, Services postcards, calendars, CDs, Based in Westbury M 0417 776 566 souvenirs and www.tasmaniaphotos.com more. [email protected] www.greatwesterntiers.net.au 30 Living the good life – in the Meander Valley DELORAINE 45 DELORAINE 46 31 First National Thinking of Real Estate investing in the Meander Deloraine is Meander Valley? Valley Business looking forward MVEC is your to helping you one-stop shop Enterprise achieve your for free or low Centre dreams whether cost professional selling, buying or First National business advice 60 Emu Bay Road Deloraine 1st Floor 62-64 Emu Bay Rd Deloraine renting. and/or business P 03 6362 3570 mentoring. P 03 6362 3456 M 0419 623 455 www.delorainerealestate.com.au www.mvec.com.au [email protected] [email protected] Useful information

Emergency contacts: Police/Fire/Ambulance Local knowledge and bookings: Acknowledgments Images Phone 000 or 112 from mobile For up-to-date opening times, local This holiday guide produced and published by the Images courtesy of Dan Fellow (www.tasmania Non-urgent Police calls: knowledge and bookings, contact the Great Great Western Tiers Tourism Association with the photos.com), Carol Haberle (www.haberle Phone 131 444 Western Tiers Visitor Information Centre generous support of . photocards.com), Meander Valley Council, Launceston General Hospital: located at 98-100 Emu Bay Road, Deloraine. If you would like additional copies of the guide, Rob Burnett, Nick Mallett, K Judd, Kevin Eng, Phone (03) 6348 7111 Phone (03) 6362 5280. please contact Great Western Tiers Visitor Centre Michelle Battelley, Androo Kelly, John Boxer, Deloraine District Hospital: on 03 6362 5280. Paul Flood, Brenda Bourne, and advertisers. Phone (03) 6362 2495 Meander Valley Community Radio Every endeavour has been made to ensure that For local news and information, tune to 96.9 FM details are correct at time of printing (August 2011) but Great Western Tiers Tourism Association Recreational fishing: can accept no responsibility for any inaccuracy General and licensing information www.ifs.tas. or misdescription contained in this guide as a gov.au result of information supplied, nor for subsequent Motorhome Dump Station: change or withdrawal of prices, details or services PRINTED IN AUSTRALIA Racecourse Rd, Deloraine shown.

Services Travel times Hadspen Carrick Westbury Deloraine Mole Creek

Distance in km and, in brackets, time in minutes

Hadspen *May only be open during business hours

Fuel Diesel Dine/takeaway Grocery store Hotel/bottleshop Accommodation park Caravan parking Motorhome EFTPOS/ATM* Toilets Picnic area/BBQ Internet Police Medical Post Office Information Visitor Carrick 8 (6) Bracknell ••••• ••••• • Westbury 25 (21) 17 (15) Carrick •••••• •••• • Deloraine 41 (37) 33 (31) 16 (16) Chudleigh ••• •••• • Mole Creek 76 (57) 68 (51) 51 (36) 25 (20) www.greatwesterntiers.net.au

32 Deloraine •••••••••••••••• Launceston 15 (13) 23 (19) 40 (34) 56 (50) 91 (70) 33 Elizabeth Town ••• • Devonport 97 (87) 85 (81) 68 (61) 52 (45) 87 (65) Golden Valley •• Cradle Mountain 149 (132) 141 (126) 124 (111) 108 (95) 73 (75) Hadspen •••••••••• •• Burnie 139 (103) 131 (97) 114 (82) 98 (66) 133 (86) Hagley ••••• ••• • Coles Bay/Freycinet 162 (108) 170 (114) 187 (129) 203 (145) 238 (165) Meander ••• ••• • Stanley 212 (162) 204 (156) 187 (141) 171 (125) 206 (145) Mole Creek ••••••••••• •• Strahan 278 (280) 270 (274) 253 (259) 237 (243) 202 (223) Prospect Vale •••••• •••••••• 152 (133) 160 (139) 177 (154) 193 (170) 228 (190) Westbury •••••••••••••••• Note: Tasmanian wildlife is most active at night; please drive with caution from dusk until dawn. Great Western Tiers Tourism Association members

caring for visitors to the Great Western Tiers

Business name Address Town Phone (03) Mobile Business Type 41 Degrees South Salmon 323 Montana Road Deloraine 6362 4130 Attraction & Ginseng Farm Barra Farm B & B 14634 Highland Lakes Rd Deloraine 6362 2781 0409 110 153 Accommodation Blackwood Park Cottages 445 Mersey Hill Road Mole Creek 6363 1208 Accommodation Blakes Manor 18 West Goderich Street Deloraine 6362 4724 0421 029 473 Accommodation Bluestone Grainstore B & B 14 Parsonage Street Deloraine 6362 4722 0416 182 543 Accommodation Bonneys Inn 19 West Parade Deloraine 6362 2974 Accommodation Bowerbank Mill 4455 Meander Valley Rd Deloraine 6362 2628 Accommodation Cluan Homestead 462 Cluan Road Westbury 6393 1549 Accommodation Deloraine Creative Studios 59-61 Emu Bay Road Deloraine 6362 4455 0447 661 675 Attraction Deloraine Deli 36 Emu Bay Road Deloraine 6362 2127 Food Deloraine Highview Lodge 8 Blake Street Deloraine 6362 2996 Accommodation Backpackers Deloraine Holiday Home 53 West Goderich St Deloraine 6362 4598 0409 241 936 Accommodation Deloraine Hotel Emu Bay Road Deloraine 6362 2022 Food/Accommodation Drumreagh Cabins 175 River Road Deloraine 6362 4492 0407 084 988 Accommodation Elizabeth Town Bakery 5783 Bass Highway Elizabeth Town 6368 1350 0419 000 609 Food Engadine Cottage Miles Road Mole Creek 6363 1424 0409 020 415 Accommodation Entally House 782 Meander Valley Rd Hadspen 6393 6201 Attraction Country Club Tasmania Country Club Avenue Prospect Vale 1800 420 555 Attraction/Accommodation Ferndale Guest Cottage 19 McNeill Street Mole Creek 6363 1400 Accommodation Fitzpatricks Inn 56 Meander Valley Rd Westbury 6393 1153 Accommodation/Food Great Western Tiers Visitor 100 Emu Bay Road Deloraine 6362 5280 Information/Attraction Centre/Yarns John Temple Gallery 103 Meander Valley Hwy Westbury 6393 1666 Attraction KT's Café 15 Meander Valley Road Deloraine 6362 3150 0429 623 355 Food Marakoopa Café 186 Mayberry Road Mole Creek 6363 5033 Food Meander Valley Enterprise 62 Emu Bay Road Deloraine 6362 3456 0419 623 455 Business Centre Melita Honey Farm 39 Sorell Street Chudleigh 6363 6160 Attraction Mole Creek Caves 330 Mayberry Road Mole Creek 6363 5182 Attraction Mole Creek Guest House 100 Pioneer Drive Mole Creek 6363 1399 Accommodation/Food & Café www.greatwesterntiers.net.au 34 Mole Creek Lodge B & B 484 Caveside Road Mole Creek 6367 8227 0428 661 296 Accommodation 35 Mountain View Country Inn 144 Emu Bay Road Deloraine 6362 2633 Accommodation/Food Pearns Steamworld 65 Meander Valley Rd Westbury 6393 1414 Attraction Tasmanian Copper & 8 Church Street Carrick 6393 6440 Attraction Metal Art Gallery Tasmania Pure 95 Montana Road Deloraine 6362 4062 Food The Alpaca Shoppe 59-61 Emu Bay Road Deloraine 0457 198 753 Attraction Three Willows Vineyard 46 Montana Road Deloraine 6362 2478 0438 507 069 Winery Tier View Twin Cottages 138 Emu Bay Road Deloraine 6362 2377 Accommodation Tiers Cottages 54 Meander Valley Rd Deloraine 6362 4500 Accommodation Tiger Hut 9239 Highlands Lake Rd Liawenee 6259 8167 0437 598 148 Accommodation Westbury Lavender Cottage 131 King Street Westbury 0412 322 729 Accommodation Wholesome House 66 Emu Bay Road Deloraine 6362 3551 Food SMITHTON

BURNIE ULVERSTONE DEVONPORT

Sheffield LAUNCESTON ST HELENS

Elizabeth Town King Prospect Vale Solomons Deloraine Cave Chudleigh Hadspen Westbury Hagley Carrick Mole Creek Marakoopa Cave Meander Bracknell CRADLE Liffey Falls MOUNTAIN WALLS OF JERUSALEM NATIONAL PARK Great Lake ZEEHAN BICHENO

STRAHAN

QUEENSTOWN

ORFORD

HOBART

0 15 30 CRADLE MTN– NATIONAL PARK DOVER kilometres