OFFICIAL VISITOR GUIDE Sun Country on the Murray Yarrawonga Mulwala, Cobram Barooga, Numurkah, Nathalia, Barmah and more. Yarrawonga Mulwala Cobram Barooga NumurkahNathalia Barmah Here in Sun Country on the Murray, you’ll find a friendly welcome around every bend. 4 Connect with Us 5 Welcome 6 Arts & Heritage 7 Explore the Land 8 Events 9 Markets 10 Food & Wine 12 Golf 13 On the Water 14 Accommodation 15 Caravan the Sun Country 16 Sun Country on the Murray Regional Map 18 Yarrawonga Mulwala 20 Cobram Barooga 22 Numurkah 24 Nathalia 26 Barmah 28 Local villages 30 Murray Regional Touring Route 32 Visitor Information Centre contact details Here in Sun Country on the Murray, you’ll find a friendly welcome around every bend. 3 Connect with Us @visitsuncountry #visitsuncountry Share your photos with us for a chance to receive random giveaways and allow us to feature your photos. 4 Welcome Enjoy the best the Murray has to the river, savour delicious produce offer, exploring the waterways, straight from the farm gate and visit towns and natural attractions nearby villages of Barmah, Berrigan, between Bundalong and Barmah. Finley, Nathalia and Numurkah – all Drenched in sunshine year-round, part of this beautiful region. you’ll soon see why we’re keen Sun Country on the Murray has a to share our ‘Sun Country on the relaxed yet contemporary atmosphere, Murray’. where watersports, fishing, golf, locally The twin towns of Yarrawonga grown produce, tourist attractions, Mulwala sit idyllically on either side of well-appointed accommodation, the Murray River, with Lake Mulwala great shopping and sophisticated adding to the mesmerising backdrop restaurants are all on offer. and creating a genuine aquatic We invite you to reconnect and relax paradise. while experiencing the Sun Country Also nestled by the Murray River are on the Murray. the townships of Cobram Barooga and Tocumwal, where you can relax at the countless sandy beaches dotted along Finley Berrigan Berrigan Shire Tocumwal Murray River Barmah National Koonoomoo Barooga Park Strathmerton Federation Cobram Council Mulwala Moira Lake Mulwala Barmah Picola Broken Creek Shire Yarrawonga Nathalia Katamatite Bundalong Broken Creek Numurkah Boosey Creek Ovens River Nile Mile Creek Kotupna Tungamah Wilby Echuca Wunghnu Goulburn River St ames Shepparton 5 Arts & Heritage Rich stories and lasting monuments The modern Barmah Forest Heritage bring to life the region’s early days. and Education Centre houses photos, artefacts and imagery related to Take some time to explore the the Barmah Forest, and the region’s inspiring artistic, cultural and heritage emergence as a timber, farming and activities across the Sun Country on grazing hub. the Murray. Just a short stroll up the main street Fans of history (and good beer) will sees you at the G.R.A.I.N. Store, a love Byramine Homestead near not-for-profit arts centre showcasing Yarrawonga, built in 1842 as the home emerging rural artists and projects. of Elizabeth Hume. Wander through Performances, workshops and the rooms for a fascinating insight fabulous installations take into the colonial times. centre stage at this inspiring There’s more pioneer history at community facility. the Yarrawonga Mulwala Pioneer Visit in December to see Nathalia’s Museum, featuring vintage cars, a main street transformed into an art blacksmith’s shop, an early aviation gallery, with many shopfronts giving collection and much more. up their window displays to a diverse In the township of Tungamah you can range of contemporary art works. explore historic buildings along the For more than 40,000 years the Yorta designated Tungamah Heritage Walk, Yorta people have lived in the Barmah while Nathalia is a must-visit, boasting area, and still call the area home today. two of the region’s star cultural See up to 180 sacred Aboriginal sites attractions. with a visit to the Barmah National Park. Now that’s history! 6 ARTS & HERITAGE Explore the Land Surrounded by the breathtaking River Red Gums line the banks of the beauty of nature, you’ll be river and the Barmah National Park reinvigorated by exploring our is home to the largest stand of these pristine waterways, river beaches magnificent trees in the world. With and tranquil bushlands. more than 180 sacred Aboriginal sites, 260 species of birds and almost 900 Stunning beaches can be found species of wildlife, this iconic National at every turn along the river, with Park is a must see experience. more than 100 river beaches to be discovered between Yarrawonga Take to the waters for a leisurely Mulwala and Ulupna Island, canoe or paddle to truly immerse downstream near Strathmerton. yourself in the natural wonders of Ulupna Island is the ideal spot to the region. visit for early morning sightings of Walking and biking tracks weave kangaroos and koalas. along the rivers ensuring that the Thompson’s Beach at Cobram is an waterways can be accessed all year idyllic setting for a day by the water, round and by all ages. See River Red with a playground for the kids and Gums stand tall along the banks, free barbeques. This peaceful paradise discover native flora and fauna and is highlighted by remarkable floodlit unwind as the water gently flows… trees for after-dark viewing. EXPLORE THE LAND 7 Events From popular food and wine events, Park Raceway make this a great event through to more specialised events for all ages. And you know it’s finally for enthusiasts, the region boasts summer when Numurkah hosts Show great venues in beautiful settings. Us Ya Wheels, an action packed family- friendly car show. The Sun Country Food and Wine Festival in autumn showcases the Not just cars, but motorbikes, boats great produce, food and wine of and even planes get a look-in at the the region. annual Sun Country Historic Vehicle and Machinery Club Picnic. October sees the Numurkah Foodbowl Festival, a weekend of food and fun, Tennis events take over the region at with a market day, dinner dances, the Easter time, and there are horseraces, long slow brunch and much more. rodeos, art exhibitions and other special interest events that continue The water brings competitors to draw the crowds year round! for canoeing, waterskiing and powerboating. Keen anglers line Lake Celebrate New Year’s Eve at local Mulwala and the banks of the Murray venues or the family carnival and year round, and especially during the fireworks at theNathalia New Year’s famous Cod Classic, Australia’s richest Eve Carnival. freshwater fishing tournament. For more information on events Car clubs venture here to show visit our website, their pride and joy vehicles to car www.suncountryonthemurray.com.au enthusiasts, particularly during the or contact one of our visitor Rod Run in Yarrawonga. Shiny cars and information centres. the fabulous drag race at the Wilby 8 EVENTS Markets There are monthly markets at For more details pick up the current Yarrawonga, Numurkah, Nathalia, Market Calendar from one of our Barmah, Tocumwal, the Rotary market visitor information centres or at the Yarrawonga Showgrounds and download it from our website. the Lions market in Cobram. Fill your basket with fresh local produce. Cobram Lions Market (Last Saturday of the Month) Annual Easter Market in Nathalia Finley Farmers/Health & (Easter Saturday) Lifestyle Market (1st Saturday of the Month) Corowa Rotary Federation Variety Market Nathalia Broken Creek Market (1st Sunday of the Month) (1st Saturday of the Month) Love Your Local Twilight Market Tocumwal Farmers Market (Random Saturdays in Yarrawonga) (3rd Saturday of the Month) Numurkah Lions Market Yarrawonga Foreshore (3rd Saturday Bi-monthly) (Farmers) Market (4th Sunday of the Month) Tocumwal Foreshore Market (Random Saturdays) Yenbena Barmah Community Market Yarrawonga Rotary Market (Once or twice a year) (3rd Sunday of the Month) MARKETS 9 Food & Wine Stimulate your tastebuds while Venture to Cobram for restaurant- enjoying the towns and villages of quality food and a terrific selection of this region. On your travels, you’ll wines by the glass. Thompson’s Beach find terrific, fresh food, beer and is a delightful place to spend the day, wine to suit every palate. with one of the largest sandy river beaches in Australia sloping gently Lush farmland with rich soil and into the Murray. After a splash, diners plentiful irrigation set the scene for a can enjoy quality modern cuisine gourmet paradise. using the best ingredients available at Passionate local producers supply nearby venues. seasonal ingredients to local pubs, Wherever your travels take you cafes and restaurants, meaning you around Sun Country on the Murray, can take advantage of the freshest there’s quality food and wine on offer. and highest-quality produce available As you travel through the beautiful as you explore. countryside, keep an eye out for farms If Yarrawonga is your base, the that offer direct-to-you freshness; Yarrawonga Mulwala Visitor local produce never tasted so good! Information Centre is a great From high-quality restaurants to launching pad for your journey around quaint cafes, Sun Country on the the region. Start out with a hearty Murray packs a gourmet punch. breakfast at Lake Deck Café. Browse through brochures and enjoy the outlook of the magnificent Lake Mulwala. 10 FOOD & WINE Farm Gate Trail More than 14 farm gate stores offer fresh produce direct from the farm. Select one of the Farm Gate Trail itineraries provided in the Farm Gate Trail brochure or make your own. Whatever route you take, we’re sure you’re in for a great time, enjoying fresh fruit and veg, wine and wool, oil and olives, and so much more. Pick up your brochure from one of the visitor information centres or download it from the website. Keep in mind that these are working farms.