2011 Bendigo & Heathcote Region Official Visitor Guide by City of Greater Bendigo

BENDIGO & HEATHCOTE REGION Victoria’s Goldfields

Official Visitor Guide

An exciting energy has reshaped the towns and villages of Central Victoria. Bendigo is a vibrant contemporary regional centre, boasting beautiful streets created from one of the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s greatest gold rushes. Nearby Heathcote has not missed the beat with artisans of food, wine and art flocking to be part of the action. Every visit will reveal new surprises and experiences. With the gusto of a gold-seeking miner, the people who live here are creating fascinating products, services and stories that add to the richness of the regionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s boom time past. It is an ever-changing feast to be explored.

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Great location in the centre of Victoria: Only 90 minutes from Melbourne

Jaara Jaara Welcome The Jaara Jaara people, traditional owners and inhabitants of the land on which Bendigo now exists welcome you to their country. My people and our ancestors have lived on and are intrinsically linked to this land, but we acknowledge your presence. We openly invite you to share and enjoy this place and to absorb and respect the values of the landscape and all that exists in it. Brian Nelson Chairperson & Elder, Jaara Jaara Loddon Aboriginal Corporation

Contents: 4 BENDIGO 6 The Arts 14 World Class Attractions & Tours 22 Outdoor Adventures 24 Dining & Shopping 34 Wineries

54 Accommodation 56 Bed and Breakfast 58 Boutique 60 Caravan Parks & Cabins 63 Rural Retreat 64 Motels 70 Self-contained /Apartments 78 Hostel & Backpacker

Bendigo Visitor Centre Australia’s grandest visitor centre

Bendigo’s Official Accommodation, Tour & Ticketing Specialists Proudly supporting our local community and businesses.

Our local Bendigo Specialists are here to help you plan your memorable visit to Bendigo. This is the best place to start your Bendigo experience: • Accommodation, Attractions, Tours and Events • Visitor Map and Guide Books • Extensive Local Book Collection & Souvenirs With access to 90+ Bendigo accommodation properties, bookable online or over the phone. Our service features personally managed accommodation, tour and event bookings, last minute rates and hot deals. Visit our new Living Arts Space, showcasing the best of local artisans.

Open every day from 9am–5pm (excluding Christmas Day) 51-67 Pall Mall, Bendigo 3550 • Phone: 03 5434 6060 Email: tourism@bendigo.vic.gov.au www.bendigotourism.com

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42 Wineries, Dining & Produce 47 Wine Tours 47 Accommodation

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Accreditation (Tourism Accreditation Board)

Environmentally Friendly Green

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48 Events Calendar 10 Arts Calendar 50 Event Listings 53 Markets

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79 Nearby Towns

SERVICES 87 Important Numbers, Parking & Credits

MAPS 88 District 89 Heathcote 90 Lake Eppalock 91 Greater Bendigo – Attractions 92 Central Bendigo

While the city shines with historic beauty, cosmopolitan Bendigo is firmly set in the now. New Innovators Wide streets lined by opulent buildings are now interwoven with intriguing laneways and arcades that are home to a new breed of innovators who again delve deep to create a vibrant energy across the city. Modern day Bendigo has sublime food, wine and shopping experiences against a stunning heritage backdrop.

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• Take a self-guided POD Tour to see the highlights.

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• Head to Australia’s grandest Visitor Centre for ideas about what to do, see and experience.

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Events Culture Bendigo’s action-packed events calendar is a mix of long-standing traditions, food and wine events, car rallies, sporting excellence and a great sense of fun. Since the gold boom times of 1871, the local Chinese community have come together to add Chinese dragons, regalia and startling crackers to Australia’s longest continuous festival – the Bendigo Easter Festival. See page 48 for our calendar of events.

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A magnificent gold rush put Bendigo on the map more than 150 years ago. Tents came first and then with the wealth from the gold came elaborately designed homes, public buildings and monuments that are still used today.

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Well-known as an arts hub in Australia, Bendigo thrives with one of the finest regional galleries, an active artisan community and a plethora of cultural events.

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Meet the Makers Small artist studios, galleries, eclectic shops and markets are popping up to showcase this new wealth in the region. Here you’ll meet the artists and be able to take home a uniquely created souvenir. Inspiring Institutions It’s the arts institutions that have continued to inspire and nurture the Bendigo regional arts scene. Since 1858 Bendigo Pottery has been producing fine ceramics and a healthy crop of accomplished potters. Each year art graduates emerge from the local La Trobe University ready to add their talents to the region’s canvas. See page 11 for a suggested artists walk of the city centre.

International Showcase Bendigo Art Gallery is one of Australia’s oldest regional galleries, with its historic facade superbly contrasted by a modern architecturallydesigned extension. The Gallery features 19th century artwork and contemporary works, and hosts international and national travelling exhibitions. In August this year, it will be the world’s first gallery to host the international exhibition The White Wedding Dress: 200 years of wedding fashions, from the Victoria & Albert Museum, London, see page 9.

Must do: • Walk the Arts Precinct in View Street, with galleries, theatres, eateries and eclectic shopping. • Visit Bendigo Art Gallery, one of Australia’s finest regional galleries. • Discover our newest galleries, The Post Office Gallery and Living Arts Space Gallery. • Music and dance are celebrated live at Bendigo’s performing arts centre, The Capital. • Recline in a cosy couch with a glass of wine for arthouse films at Star Cinema in Eaglehawk. • See artists at work in home studios across the region. • Visit the Great Stupa, a sacred Buddhist monument being built near Bendigo. 6

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THE ARTS Bendigo Art Gallery

Living Arts Space

Bendigo Art Gallery is one of the oldest and largest regional galleries in Australia. The Gallery has an extensive and varied collection, including 19th century European art and Australian art from 1800 to the present day. Open daily 10am–5pm (except 25 December). View Street, Bendigo 3550 P 03 5434 6088 • F 03 5443 6586 E bendigoartgallery@bendigo.vic.gov.au W www.bendigoartgallery.com.au

Located in the Bendigo Visitor Centre, the Living Arts Space enriches the cultural life of the Greater Bendigo region, by encouraging the community to share and showcase their unique stories and talents, inspiring visitors to engage in the lively arts and cultural landscape. Quality 12 month calendar of exhibitions showcased. Bendigo Visitor Centre 51-67 Pall Mall, Bendigo 3550 P 03 5434 6060

Buda Historic Home & Garden

Post Office Gallery

A property of national significance, Buda is surrounded by 1.2 hectares of heritage gardens, complete with a plant nursery. Occupied by two generations of the creative Leviny family for nearly 120 years, Buda houses a fascinating collection of art and craft works. 42 Hunter Street, Castlemaine 3450 P 03 5472 1032 • E admin@budacastlemaine.org W www.budacastlemaine.org

Situated in the former post office building, Bendigo’s new Post Office Gallery offers an annual changing exhibition program that explores the region’s long and proud history. Post Office Gallery, a satellite gallery of Bendigo Art Gallery, is an initiative of the City of Greater Bendigo. Entry is by donation. Opening hours: 10am to 5pm daily (except 25 December) 51-67 Pall Mall, Bendigo Vic 3550 • P 03 5434 6179 E postofficegallery@bendigo.vic.gov.au Photo: Julie Millowick

Gail Tavener Art Studio You are welcome at Gail’s home studio/gallery. View Gail’s stunning original paintings embracing Bendigo, flowers, birds, landscape etc., in all mediums. Large range of prints, cards and photographs. Just 4 mins from CBD. Open: Any day/time to suit you, please phone first. 76 Emmett Street, Golden Square 3555 P 03 5442 4006 E gtavener@tpg.com.au • W www.gailtavener.com

La Trobe University Visual Arts Centre Regional Victoria’s award-winning contemporary art gallery and events venue is located opposite Bendigo Art Gallery and Capital Theatre. The VAC features two galleries and hosts an exceptional program of cutting-edge exhibitions by local, national and international artists. Open Tuesday - Sunday, 10am-5pm. Admission is free. 121 View Street, Bendigo 3550 • P 03 5441 8724 E vacentre@latrobe.edu.au W www.latrobe.edu.au/vacentre

The Capital - Bendigo’s Performing Arts Centre Beautifully restored historic venue. Regular theatre performances and concerts. Ideal venue for conferences, weddings, trade shows, meetings and exhibitions. Open Monday–Friday 9.15am–5.15pm. Saturday 10am–1pm. 50 View Street, Bendigo 3550 P 03 5434 6100 • F 03 5441 6375 E thecapital@bendigo.vic.gov.au W www.thecapital.com.au

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THE WHITE WEDDING DRESS 200 YEARS OF WEDDING FASHIONS

1 AUGUST – 6 NOVEMBER 2011 BENDIGO ART GALLERY Visit the world premier of The White Wedding Dress: 200 years of wedding fashions from the Victoria and Albert Museum, London. The exhibition encompasses historical bridal dresses and other accessories as well as gowns and accessories by world famous couturiers and designers including Charles Frederick Worth, Norman Hartnell, Charles James, Zandra Rhodes, John Galliano, Vivienne Westwood, Vera Wang, Christian Lacroix, Lanvin, Philip Treacy and Stephen Jones.

For more information on event ticketing and accommodation packages, call 03 5434 6060 or visit www.bendigotourism.com Silk wedding dress, over-sleeves and pelerine, trimmed with blond silk lace, British, 1828. Worn by Eliza Larken for her marriage to William (later 6th Baron) Monson ©Victoria and Albert Museum / V&A Images

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ARTS CALENDAR The Capital – Bendigo’s Performing Arts Centre

By Jeffrey Hatcher & Mitch Albom. Based on the book by Mitch Albom. From the best-selling memoir by Mitch Albom comes a tender and uplifting comedy about a life altering friendship. • Tuesday 29 March, 8pm • Wednesday 30 March, 8pm

By Toby Schmitz • Friday 10 June, 8pm • Saturday 11 June, 8pm Christine Harris & Hit Productions

The Sum of Us

Starring one of Australia’s top actors, Steve Bisley, The Sum of Us is a bitter sweet comedy about the loving relationship of a widower and his gay son. By David Stevens • Friday 24 June, 8pm • Saturday 25 June, 8pm

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By Jane Harrison • Friday 13 May, 8pm • Saturday 14 May, 2pm & 8pm

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Shorter+Sweeter Dance Wednesday 28 September, 8pm

Get Back: The Lennon & McCartney Songbook

Breast Wishes An Uplifting Musical

Riverside Productions

By Reg Cribb, in collaboration with Sean Gorman, author of Brother Boys Jim & Phil Krakouer took the Australian football world by storm in the early 1980s. This is about two brothers we fought with and for each other against racial viliﬁcation, gambling addiction, an unforgiving legal system and personal tragedy. • Wednesday 7 September, 8pm • Thursday 8 September, 8pm

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Julius Caesar

By William Shakespeare Directed by Peter Evans • Wednesday 31 August, 7.30pm • Thursday 1 September, 11am

Melissa Langton, Mark Jones & Libby O’Donovan • Friday 7 October, 8pm For the full program and session times, please visit www.thecapital.com.au or call the Box Ofﬁce on 03 5434 6100

Bendigo Art Gallery Arthur Guy Memorial Painting Prize 2011 12 February – 3 April

Gertrude Kasebier The Sketch 1903 platinum print Collection of George Eastman House International Museum of Photography

The Lost Modernist: Michael O’Connell 26 November 2011 – 26 February 2012

For the full program, please call 03 5434 6088 or visit www.bendigoartgallery.com.au

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Want to experience Bendigo’s arts community? Here’s an idea to get you started...

• Start at the Bendigo Visitor Centre and see local artworks at the Living Arts Space and changing Bendigo exhibitions at the Post Office Gallery.

The White Wedding Dress: 200 Years of Wedding Fashions Exhibition organised by the Victoria and Albert Museum, London 1 August – 6 November Embroidered silk satin wedding dress by Norman Hartnell, London, 1933. Commissioned by Margaret Whigham for her marriage to Charles Sweeny on 21 February 1933. Given and worn by Margaret, Duchess of Argyll ©Victoria and Albert Museum / V&A Images

• Then head up to the View Street Arts Precinct and see Dudley House, The Capital – Bendigo’s Performing Arts Centre, Bendigo Art Gallery and La Trobe Visual Arts Centre. 1 Living Arts Space & Post Office Gallery 2 Allans Walk 3 Pennyweight Walk 4 Bendigo Art Gallery 5 The Capital 6 Dudley House 7 La Trobe Visual Arts Centre

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American Dreams: 20th century photography from George Eastman House

Made in Hollywood: Photographs from the John Kobal Foundation

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A prosperous gold rush past lives on in the vibrant culture of Bendigo today. Making History Two local women set Bendigo on its golden path when they found gold along the Bendigo Creek in 1851. Mrs Kennedy and Mrs Farrell, the wives of two workers on a pastoral property have their place in history. Approximately nine billion dollars worth of gold was found in Bendigo, making it one of the richest goldfields in history.

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Multicultural Past News of their discovery quickly spread, and within a few years tens of thousands of people came. It was one of Australia’s biggest immigration phases, with hopeful miners coming from places like Wales, England, America, Europe and China. Each brought their own traditions, that would go on to shape Bendigo to this day!

Must do: • Walk where miners worked, more than 60 metres underground at Central Deborah Gold Mine. • Take a Grand Building Tour of the historic Town Hall or Hotel Shamrock. • Visit our new Chinese precinct known as Dai Gum San, linking the Golden Dragon Museum and Chinese Gardens. • Meet the Oldest Imperial Dragon in the world, Loong at the Golden Dragon Museum. • Visit Bendigo’s Joss House Temple, one of the few remaining buildings of its type in Australia. • Trace your heritage from the goldrush era by visiting the Bendigo Public Library.

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See our attractions on pages 14 to 21 for more information

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AUSTRALIA’S OLDEST WORKING POTTERY

World class ATTRACTIONS There’s fun to be had in Bendigo for the kids, with a great range of attractions to keep them engaged. Attractions for Everyone Rattle along on a talking tram, go deep underground into a mine, free fall from our infamous vertical slide, explore Chinese artefacts or create your own ceramic piece at Australia’s oldest working pottery. These are just some of the fun-filled experiences at the many tourist attractions in the region.

Child Friendly City Bendigo was the first Australian city to be recognised as a Child Friendly City by both UNICEF and UNESCO. Look out for businesses in this guide who are child friendly accredited and provide families and kids with a great experience. www.childfriendlycity.com.au Over 100 playgrounds Bendigo has an abundance of playgrounds to enjoy. We have indoor and outdoor pools throughout the city with lots of shade. School Holiday Programs Fun goes to a new level during the school holidays in Bendigo when our attractions offer special programs. Pick-up a brochure from the Bendigo Visitor Centre or download from www.bendigotourism.com

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WORLD CLASS ATTRACTIONS

Discover our city’s treasures ... ... with a Bendigo Experience Pass and save more than 15%. This multi-attractions pass offers discounted admission to:  Central Deborah Gold Mine  Bendigo Vintage “Talking” Tram Tours  Golden Dragon Museum, Garden and Temple  Bendigo Pottery Interpretive Museum

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Purchase your pass at www.bendigotourism.com or at any of the participating attractions. More info? Call: 1800 813 153

The gold rush of the 1850s saw many thousands of Chinese arrive in Bendigo. Within ten years the Chinese miners and merchants made up 20 per cent of the Bendigo population. Experience a living history of the Chinese people of Bendigo from the gold rush to the present at the Golden Dragon Museum. Victoria’s first accredited museum. In the 1890s an impressive imperial dragon known as Loong was purchased from China. He is now the oldest Imperial Chinese Dragon in the world and is housed at the museum for viewing.

Also on display is Sun Loong, the world’s longest imperial Chinese Dragon. He stretches his legs annually at the Bendigo Easter Festival. The museum beautifully displays processional regalia, intricately carved furniture, delicately embroidered costumes and items from the renowned artisans and craftsmen of China from centuries past. Open everyday 9.30am–5.00pm (except Christmas Day)

At the entrance to the museum is the Yi Yuan Classical Chinese Garden with traditional Chinese architecture. It is a tranquil setting decorated with sculpture and colourful hand painted murals. Multi-lingual brochures and tour guides are available by arrangement. For an unforgettable Easter, make your way to Bendigo. Be sure to plan your trip in advance as the festivals popularity means accommodation is booked up fast.

5-13 Bridge Street, Bendigo 3550 P 03 5441 5044 • F 03 5443 3127 E info@goldendragonmuseum.org W www.goldendragonmuseum.org

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The Zone Family Entertainment Complex Get into The Zone – Number 1 for family fun in Bendigo The Zone has all of your entertainment needs covered in one awesome venue: • Skate Zone – Roller skating and in-line hockey. • Dark Zone – The latest in interactive laser games. • Golf Zone – Mini golf for all ages. • Kid Zone – Mini go-karts and indoor play centre. • The Extreme Zone – The ultimate adrenaline zone with both paintball and top class go-kart racing. 1 Gildea Lane (Cnr Rohs & Strickland Roads), Bendigo 3550 P 03 5441 7046 or 1300 The Zone F 03 5442 4127 E info@thezone.net.au W www.thezone.net.au

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WORLD CLASS ATTRACTIONS Bendigogold World Bendigogold World offers a range of Gold Prospecting Tours throughout the Ironbark forests surrounding Bendigo and the world famous “Victorian Golden Triangle”. Expeditions are for 3 hours Training and Hire, Half & Full day Gold Prospecting (all inclusive), and range between overnight and 5 day trips including accommodation at Bendigo Bush Cabins. You are also able to Hire a Metal Detector, try your hand at Gold Panning or strike it lucky with our Metal Detecting Game. Ask about our Gold Guarantee. 109 Watson Street, White Hills 3550 P 03 5448 4140 F 03 5448 4148 E info@bendigogold.com.au W www.bendigogold.com.au

Discovery Science and Technology Centre See page 17

A visit to Discovery is bound to inspire your scientific curiosity and provide hours of fun and laughs while your kids learn. With over 100 fascinating exhibits to explore, a cosy planetarium and “Kaleidoscope” which is specially designed for aspiring scientists under eight, there is something for everyone! For the more courageous, parents and children alike can line up to be dropped down the southern hemisphere’s tallest Vertical Slide. Daily science shows and themed planetarium shows are available during Victorian school holiday periods. For those visiting Bendigo on the train, the centre is conveniently located directly across the road from the Bendigo Railway Station. 7 Railway Place, Bendigo 3550 P 03 5444 4400 E fun@discovery.asn.au W www.discovery.asn.au

Bendigo Fun Factory

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3 level padded play structure, ball pools, giant slides and tunnels, jumping castle. Large café area. Monthly Kids Discos. Birthday parties catered for. Open Tuesday–Friday 9.30am to 5.00pm. Saturday & Sunday 10am to 4pm. 121 Condon Street (behind carwash), Bendigo 3550 P 03 5442 2009 W www.bendigofunfactory.com.au

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Bendigo Joss House Temple

Confectionery Capers

The Bendigo Joss House Temple, a Chinese place of worship, was constructed in the 1860s by Chinese migrants who came to Bendigo in search of gold. It is one of the few remaining original buildings of its type in Australia and offers a fascinating insight into the intricacies of Chinese culture and beliefs. A great add-on to the Vintage “Talking” Tram Tour. Finn Street (Emu Point), North Bendigo 3550 • P 03 5443 8255 E manager@bendigojosshouse.com W www.bendigotrust.com.au

Confectionery Capers is an exposition of the wheel (man’s greatest invention), the English language (the world’s greatest language) and fine confectionery. It is FUN! FUN! FUN! and suitable for all ages. Mon-Sat 10am-5pm; Sun 1pm-5pm; Sun (Publ/School Hol) 10am-5pm Other hrs by appt. Adult $8 Chil $5, Fam $20, Und 5 free, Conc $6, Schls $4, Comm Grps $5 1028 McIvor Highway, Junortoun 3551 (opposite Farmers Arms Hotel) P 03 5449 3111 • E chs@confectionerycapers.com W www.confectionerycapers.com

Bendigo Town Hall Tours

Ironbark Riding Centre

Step back into our Golden Era and experience one of the most remarkable boom time buildings in Victoria. Bendigo Town Hall’s stunning interior features elaborate plasterwork, extensive hand painted decoration and delicate gold leafing. Guided tours available and tour bookings essential. (subject to Town Hall availability). Times: Wednesday 2pm, Sunday 11am. Group bookings welcome. Bendigo Visitor Centre 51-67 Pall Mall, Bendigo 3550 • P 03 5434 6060

Ironbark Riding Centre has something for everyone, if you have never sat on a horse or grown up with them your whole life. Everyone can enjoy the many trails of the Ironstone reserve. Trail rides range from a half hour to a full day with meals supplied. Other services include saddle club, pony parties, pony rides, pub rides, private lessons and school holiday program. Lot 2 Watson Street, Bendigo 3550 • P 03 5436 1565 • F 03 5436 1503 E ironbarkhorses@hotmail.com • W www.bwc.com.au/ironbark

Bendigo Vintage Cars

SB Libris

Come with us on a journey of discovery as we take you on a wonderful tour of Bendigo. Have your camera ready to capture this beautiful city as we wind our way slowly through history. Our gorgeous vintage model cars are available for any event. Please call Greg 0439 844 583 or Jenni 0402 329 799 for bookings or enquiries. Sidney Myer Place, Bendigo 3550 P 0439 844 583 E info@bendigovintagecars.com.au W www.bendigovintagecars.com.au

Discover the 17th Century craft of bookbinding at SB Libris where every book is handcrafted using the finest materials. Learn basic binding skills in a full day workshop or just browse their exquisite collection of hand bound books to suit every occasion. Create a unique gift by having your purchase personalised with embossing. Other services include book restoration, thesis and custom binding. 81-83 View Street, Bendigo 3550 • P 03 5444 5933 E enquiries@sblibris.com.au • W www.sblibris.com.au

Bendigo Water World

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Bendigo Water World is only 7 minutes from central Bendigo and is set in tropical surroundings in the midst of natural Ironbark Forest. With a well stocked kiosk and ample parking for both cars and coaches it is a great place to relax on a hot day and have fun in the sun. 109 Watson Street, White Hills 3550 P 03 5448 4140 • F 03 5448 4148 E info@bendigowaterworld.com.au W www.bendigowaterworld.com.au

Classic Steam – in a class of its own! Enjoy the special enchantment of steam train travel. Linking historic towns of Castlemaine and Maldon. Depart Castlemaine & Maldon Railway Stations. Luxury First Class service available. Refer to our website for times and fares. Maldon & Castlemaine Railway Stations, Maldon/Castlemaine 3450 P 03 5470 6658 • F 03 5470 6272 E marketing@vgr.com.au W www.vgr.com.au

Campaspe Run

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Campaspe Run allows you to step back in time and relive one of Australia’s most successful rural manufacturing entrepreneurs H.V. McKay. Features include: Interactive Displays. Theatrette. Soundscapes. Audiovisuals and Tour Group Bookings. Open Daily: 9.30am–4.00pm. Community Operated. Northern Highway, Elmore 3558 P 03 5432 6646 • E elmoreic@netcon.net.au W www.bendigotourism.com

An authentic, Australian, cultural experience. Be enlightened by an Australian icon - The Boomerang. Discover its origins and why it returns. Create a work of art on wood that comes back. Hands on fun for all ages. Bookings essential – view and book our packages through Bendigo Tourism or call us to secure a time. 1 Braeside Drive, Junortoun 3551 • P 03 5449 3399 • M 0438 397 463 E sales@boomerangsales.com W www.boomerangsales.com

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Escape to the tranquility of nature by exploring the nearby bushlands and waterways. Cycling and Walking Trails An interconnected network of walking paths and bike tracks weave through the bush. Early pioneer Andrew O’Keefe has been recognised for his part in the establishment of railway lines in the region. A linear trail called The O’Keefe Rail Trail links Axedale with Bendigo. Botanical Beauty Enjoy the splendour of the Bendigo Botanic Gardens. Soon after the gold rush began, those wanting to replicate life back in England set about the establishment of these formally designed gardens. Many historic plantings remain, as does the display of native fauna. Welcoming Water Nearby Lake Eppalock is today brimming with water and water sports have returned with passion. The large lake was constructed in the 1960s as a water catchment for irrigation, and now awaits for fishing, waterskiing, boating and swimming.

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An innovative spirit has forged an eclectic range of shopping and dining experiences. Eclectic Range A rich culture steeped in stories blends with Bendigo’s new vibrancy to bring an eclectic range of shops, cafes and restaurants. Step into fashion havens for stand out in the crowd designs, hunt through treasure troves for antiques, books and collectables or unearth an emerging artisan at work.

Food meets fashion

Foodie Culture Local blended coffee wafts through the air from funky cafés that exude our relaxed way of life. Foodie haunts offer fresh local produce and a new Food Fossicking pocket guide brings it all together for the gourmet traveller.

Quality Dining Gold rush architecture creates the backdrop for sidewalk dining with a European feel. In case you need to know that others have given their stamp of approval on eating establishments, there are four local restaurants in the The Age Good Food Guide 2011. There’s The Dispensary Enoteca, Wine Bank on View, GPO Bar & Grill and the one-hat Whirrakee Restaurant.

Must do: • Discover our distinctive dining and shopping precincts with the Bendigo Dining and Shopping Guide. • Find our local produce using the Food Fossicking pocket guide to Bendigo and the region. • Board Ninesevensix, our tramcar restaurant and enjoy Bendigo’s gracious buildings by night. • Visit our newest market, the Bendigo Community Farmers Market, held on the 2nd Saturday of each month. For more information visit the Bendigo Visitor Centre or view online www.bendigotourism.com

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DINING & SHOPPING Quills Restaurant

★★★★

Relax. Eat. Drink. Experience the picturesque views over Lake Weeroona. Quills Restaurant is a fully licensed venue offering the best in classic contemporary dining, new to our summer menu we now offer a Tapas selection – Friday nights between 5.30pm to 7.30pm. Whether it’s for that intimate dinner, conference venue, or wedding reception, you’ll be impressed by the quality meals and attention to detail. Enjoy the range of local wines under the heated umbrellas on the deck or sit in the window overlooking beautiful Lake Weeroona while sampling one of Bendigo’s award winning local wines; it’s just one more reason why Quills is a favourite for visitors and locals alike. For that special occasion or corporate function Quills are leading the way, in offering the client the best in service. The private function room has become a sought after area for any occasion. 286 Napier Street, Bendigo 3550 (Opposite Lake Weeroona) P 03 5445 5344 W www.lakeviewresort.com.au

Eaglehawk Bakery Caffe To experience the tantalizing aroma of freshly baked bread and delicious pastries, come and visit “Victoria’s Bakery of the Year 2008-2009”. Try our Vanilla Slice, runner up in 2009’s Vanilla Slice Triumph or the Best Hot Cross Bun in Victoria! Our passion lies in traditional old fashioned Bakers Recipes and service, combined with modern techniques and that YUM factor. At two locations: Eaglehawk Bakery Caffe                           80 High Street, Eaglehawk 3556                                                  P 03 5446 9067                                        Bakery Xpress Caffe Cnr Queen & Williamson Streets, Bendigo 3550 P 03 5441 7593

Beechworth Bakery Including indoor and outdoor seating for over 150 people, serving fresh coffee, sandwiches, cakes and pies making the bakery’s reputation grow as “Australia’s Greatest Bakery”. 158 High Street, Bendigo 3550 P 1300 BEESTING F 03 5442 2930 W www.beechworthbakery.com.au

Bendigo Ice Creamery Café Delicious ice creams and related products. Great family oriented home style meals at reasonable and affordable prices. Overlooking the Fountain. New location. *Seniors card welcome. Shop 6, Fountain Court, Bendigo 3550 P 03 5442 4800

Bendigo Stadium & Club Want traditional Club value and entertainment? We are the biggest and best in Bendigo. We’re open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner. Easy access, heaps of parking and a children’s playground Cnr Marong Rd and Inglis St West Bendigo (enter off Inglis St) P 03 5440 6212 E reception@bendigostadium.com.au W www.bendigostadium.com.au

Borchelli Ristorante In the Heart of the Arts Precinct sharing the street with the Capital Theatre, The Art Gallery and a host of eclectic stores is Borchelli Ristorante. A small Italian inspired eatery offering quality dining at reasonable prices with exceptional service, barista coffee & latte art. Be loved… by your local Italian! 105 View Street, Bendigo 3550 P 03 5441 4455 • F 03 5441 4455 E borchellirestaurant@gmail.com

Bouchon Bendigo

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Offering quality French bistro food, a great range of local and imported beers, wines and spirits in a relaxed setting with reasonable prices. Open Monday to Saturday. 61 High St, Bendigo 3550 P 03 5444 5272 • F 03 5441 1328 E info@bouchonbendigo.com.au W www.bouchonbendigo.com.au

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Cold Rock Ice Creamery

Huha Nightclub

Offering 36 flavours of ice cream, gelato’s and sorbets all made on the premises and with over 40 mix ins, there’s over 3000 different combinations. We also stock a range of ice cream cakes, super shakes, smoothies, waffles, traditional sundae’s and hot drinks. Choose it, Mix it, Smash it, Love it! 90-92 Pall Mall, Bendigo 3550 • P 03 5444 3348 • F 03 5444 3356 E coldrockbgo@live.com W www.coldrock.com.au

Being Bendigo’s classiest Nightclub, Huha is perfect for functions, quiet drinks downstairs or a party you’ll never forget upstairs. The late licensed venue features plush leather padded ceilings and walls, exciting lit dance floors and imported chandeliers. Open every night but Monday, come in and see what all the Huha’s about! 54 Bull Street, Bendigo 3550 • P 03 5443 8044 • F 03 5443 1644 E info@huhaclub.com • W www.huhaclub.com

Foundry Hotel Complex

Indian Tavern Tandoori Restaurant

Bendigo’s busiest family bistro, extensive a la carte menu and spectacular specials board, big meals – great value $12.90 two course lunch MondayFriday, $13.90 two course lunch Saturday. We cater for bus groups. Open 11am until late 7 days. Meals $10.00 to $25.00. 366 High Street, Bendigo 3550 P 03 5443 6144 • F 03 5444 1419 E info@foundryhotelcomplex.com W www.foundryhotelcomplex.com

Visit “India in an hour” at Bendigo’s Indian Tavern Tandoori Restaurant with cuisine originating from all regions of India, and ranging in spiciness from hot to mild. With its unique decoration, the Indian Tavern Tandoori Restaurant is a must to visit while in Bendigo. It is fully licensed, and BYO (bottled wines only). Takeaways are also available and attract a 10% discount. Catering for up to 150 people. Open 7 days. Upstairs 14-16 Pall Mall, Bendigo 3550 P 03 5442 3399 • F 03 5444 1439

Gallery Café

Khong (House of Khong)

Offering stunning views of Rosalind Park, Gallery Café operates daily as a fully licensed café or for after hours functions. It is the perfect venue for experiencing fresh modern contemporary food and local wines. Bendigo Art Gallery 42 View Street, Bendigo 3550 P 03 5441 8896

Number one choice for Chinese/Cantonese/Thai cuisine. Exquisite All-you-can-eat lunch. Fully licensed, take-away & delivery available. 200 Hargreaves Street, Bendigo 3550 P 03 5442 5088 E khong99@tpg.com.au

GPO Bar & Grill

Malayan Orchid Restaurant

GPO Bar & Grill offers casual relaxed dining with attentive service in a fun & funky atmosphere. Enjoy delicious tapas style small tastes, hot stone pizza or premium meats from the grill. Drop in for lunch or dinner or choose from our all day bar menu. Recommended by The Age Good Food Guide 2011. 60-64 Pall Mall, Bendigo 3550 P 03 5443 4343 • F 03 5443 4434 E info@gpobendigo.com.au • W www.gpobendigo.com.au

Award winning dining establishment, hosts Bob and Pamela Yam. Share the experience of dining with a difference. Cantonese cuisine, mild or hot Thai and Malaysian curries. Venison, buffalo, kangaroo, crocodile and emu are a must in our garden restaurant. Open for lunch Monday–Friday 12pm to 2pm, Dinner Monday–Saturday 5pm to 10pm. 155-157 View Street, Bendigo 3550 P 03 5442 4411 • W www.malayanorchid.com.au

Grill’d Healthy Burgers

Mick’s Ocean Fresh Fish

“THE BEST BURGERS IN VICTORIA, AUSTRALIA OR THE WORLD” - Good Weekend Open for lunch and dinner. Phone orders welcome. 88 Pall Mall – Corner of Bull Street, Bendigo 3550 P 03 5443 1239 W www.grilld.com.au

Tucked inside the Kangaroo Flat Market Centre is Mick’s Fish where you can choose your fish from a large selection and have it cooked right before your eyes. We open all oysters and fillet all fish. Open 7 days. Just 7km south of Bendigo CBD. 2/301 High Street, Kangaroo Flat 3550 P 03 5447 9033 • F 03 5447 9066 E micksfish@bigpond.com Facebook: “Mick’s Fish” • Twitter: @MicksFish

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Piyawat Thai Restaurant

The Hotel Shamrock

A favourite place in Bendigo to celebrate the flavours of authentic Thai cuisine! Our expert chef, accredited by the Thai Government, creates beautiful dishes with fresh, quality ingredients honouring traditional cooking methods. Fully Licensed and BYO (wine only). 136 Mollison Street, Bendigo 3550 P 03 5444 4450

Hotel Shamrock welcomes you to enjoy the grandeur of yesteryear. From casual walk-in dining in the cafe and bar to the Victorian Wine Room Restaurant, showcasing the best local produce with personalised service. An extensive winelist and service second to none make it the complete dining experience. Cnr Pall Mall & Williamson Street, Bendigo 3550 P 03 5443 0333 W www.hotelshamrock.com.au

The Rising Sun Hotel

The Puddler Restaurant & Bar

A busy and popular Bistro offering a consistent dining experience 7 days a week. A recently refurbished modern Bistro and new courtyard area for dining. 84 Barnard Street, Bendigo 3550 P 03 5441 3833 F 03 5441 3580 E risingsunbgo@bigpond.com W www.risingsunhotel.com.au

Bendigo Business Excellence Awards 2007 – Winners of Hospitality and Tourism Category. Live Fresh Seafood, Grain Fed Steaks and a 5 Star Buffet Breakfast in the warmer months, set in a Heritage Building – what better way to dine out in Bendigo and start your ‘Life’s a Dish’ collection! Book online or by phone. 101 Williamson Street, Bendigo 3550 P 03 5443 8898 • E info@thepuddler.com.au W www.thepuddler.com.au

The Bendigo Club

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Hidden in suburbia, this is Strathdale’s best kept secret. Busy bistro, great menu, bar & function areas available. Home of the Woodbury Bowls Club. Open 7 days, indoor & outdoor meals are available. 22 Park Street, Bendigo 3550 P 03 5443 0780 F 03 5441 5452 E manager@bendigoclub.com W www.bendigoclub.com

In the heart of Bendigo, award-winning twenty2 is a short walk from key tourist attractions. Experience consistently high quality food and service in a relaxed setting. Fully licensed with an extensive range of wines by the glass. Enjoy a la carte dining, or simply coffee and cake. Private functions and catering tailored to meet your needs. Open for breakfast and lunch daily. Discover the twenty2 experience. 22 Williamson Street, Bendigo 3550 P 03 5442 8228 • E eat@twenty2.com.au

The Dispensary Enoteca

Whirrakee Restaurant & Winebar

Hidden away down Bendigo’s hippest laneway is a small stylish and inviting restaurant. Offering a contemporary Australian menu that spans breakfast, lunch, dinner and everything in between. 9 Chancery Lane, Bendigo 3550 P 03 5444 5885 • F 03 5442 7377 E info@thedispensaryenoteca.com W www.thedispensaryenoteca.com

Owner/chef Brent Slade invites you to a fine dining experience comprising a contemporary cuisine with an eclectic French twist. With stunning views of Alexandra Fountain and Rosalind Park, The Whirrakee is the ideal restaurant for lunch or dinner. 2 Course lunch for $30. Lunch & Dinner Tuesday – Sunday. 17 View Point, Bendigo 3550 P 03 5441 5557 W www.whirrakeerestaurant.com.au

The Good Loaf Sourdough Bakery & Cafe

Wild Mint Restaurant & Bar

Delicious sourdough loaves, delectable cakes, muffins and homemade cafe food is served with passion in the funky and soulfully renovated former Beaurepaires Tyre service each Mon-Sat. Cnr Bath Lane & Edwards Street, Bendigo 3550 P 03 5444 2171 • F 03 5441 7598 E info@thegoodloaf.com.au W www.thegoodloaf.com.au

Dine in our modern settings with delicious coffee and scrumptious food or sit in the bar area and enjoy a cocktail. Situated under the Bendigo Bank building in the centre of town. Dine outside on the deck or enjoy air-conditioned comfort inside. Shop 11, The Bendigo Centre P 03 5444 2060 • P 03 5444 0659 E admin@wildmint.com.au W www.wildmint.com.au

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DINING & SHOPPING Wine Bank on View

Happy Energy

Wine Bank is a bottle shop offering an extensive range of quality local, domestic & international wines, and boutique beers. Purchase to take home, or enjoy on premise. Coffee, house made cakes, casual and traditional meals available all day. Open for breakfast 7 days a week. 45 View Street, Bendigo 3550 P 03 5444 4655 • F 03 5441 7003 E office@winebankonview.com W www.winebankonview.com

Relax with Reiki, Meditation, Detox foot spa, Pranic, Crystal, Reconnective healing, EFT, Intuitive & Oracle card readings. Indulge in luxurious natural products, unique jewellery & gifts from exquisite gift shop. Enjoy delightful teas & coffee, all set within “Ella Matta” (circa 1870) tranquil gardens. By appointment. 94 Short St Bendigo 3550 • P 03 5444 5886 • M 0413 243 274 W www.happyenergy.com.au

Bendigo ninesevensix

Silk Day Spa

Take a journey aboard Bendigo’s most unique dining experience – the Bendigo ninesevensix tramcar restaurant. This beautifully refurbished 1952 Melbourne W-Class tram provides diners with the best vistas of Bendigo’s gracious buildings by night, delicious food made from local produce and the region’s finest wine selection. Package includes a four course meal and drinks. Runs every Saturday (Charters available). P 03 5444 4655 • E admin@winebankonview.com W www.bendigoninesevensix.com.au

Experience exquisite Aveda Hair, Skin, Body & Massage treatments at Silk Day Spa. Packages, gift vouchers and Aveda products are also available. Weddings and ‘Girls Day In’ are a specialty. Pure escape for men and women. 56- 58 McIvor Rd, Bendigo 3550 P 03 5444 5554 • F 03 5444 5552 E escape@silkdayspa.com.au W www.silkdayspa.com.au

Bendigo Book Mark

Spa Eleven

You’ll find here a wide range of secondhand books, stored in well-ordered fashion on two levels for you to browse in comfort. Monday to Friday 9.30am–5.30pm, Saturday and Sunday 10am–4pm. 24 High Street, Bendigo 3550 Opposite McDonald’s (150 metres south of the Fountain) P 03 5441 7866 E bendigobookmark.two@ozemail.com.au W www.bendigobookmark.com.au

Bendigo’s innovative inner city day spa is a complete experience in beauty, body and hair as well as housing a stylish café, conference facilities and accommodation. Now with medispa facilities on site offering laser hair removal, skin rejuvenation, chemical peels and microdermabrasion. 11 Forest Street, Bendigo 3550 P 03 5444 5123 W www.spaeleven.com.au

Bendigo Hat Shop

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Unique to Bendigo. Victoria’s largest range of hats for all seasons. All ages, mens and ladies, teens and tots. Accessories, scarves, wraps, gloves, umbrellas and lots more. Three stores down from McDonalds Bendigo store… come and browse. 55 High Street, Bendigo 3550 P 03 5441 8737

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Come and browse through our extensive range of fine quality second hand books. Housed in a delightful 19th century building with a relaxed atmosphere and helpful friendly staff. Open 7 days 10am to 5pm. 1 Farmers Lane, Bendigo 3550 P 03 5443 8587 F 03 5443 9970

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Two great guides to help you discover the Bendigo region. Pick up both copies from the Bendigo Visitor Centre.

www.bendigotourism.com www.foodfossickers.com.au Official Visitor Guide

Glorious wines are produced from grapes grown across the wine regions of Bendigo and Heathcote. Rich, Ripe Reds From rich, ripe reds to elegant whites, the wines from Bendigo’s gold-bearing soils are a wine lover’s treasure. The wineries of Bendigo are mostly family-owned with the cellar door set amongst the vines from which the wine is made. World-class Wines Heathcote produces fine world-class Shiraz from the famed ancient Cambrian soils. Many of the region’s boutique and big name wine producers have attained national and international acclaim with their wines.

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Meet the Winemakers A visit to a local vineyard can often result in a good old chat with the winemaker about their latest vintage. Across the Bendigo and Heathcote wine regions, you’ll find more than 60 cellar doors waiting to be discovered.

Must do: • Choice of visiting more than 60 award-winning Bendigo and Heathcote wineries with cellar doors. • A number of the wineries offer leisurely dining experiences. • Find locally-made wines on restaurant wine lists throughout the region. • Attend regular wine events showcasing the best of our wine regions. • Cycle and sip your way around the nearby vineyards. Collect a Bendigo Winery Cycling Trails brochure from the Bendigo Visitor Centre.

See Bendigo Wineries in this section on pages 36 – 39 See Heathcote Wineries in the Heathcote section on pages 42 – 47 34

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Bendigo Rich

There are many boutique cellar door experiences only minutes from Bendigo.

Wedderburn

Wedderburn Junction

Powlett Plains

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Cochranes Creek

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Murphys Creek

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Shelbourne

Pilchers Bridge

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Carisbrook

Golden Point

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Limited hours 2 Blanche Barkly Wines 3 Passing Clouds 4 Glenalbyn Winery 5 Old Loddon Wines 6 Pondalowie 8 Connor Park Winery 9 Sandhurst Ridge Vineyard & Winery 11 Marong Vineyard 13 BRIT Winery 15 Avonmore Estate 16 Bendigo Wine Estate 17 Rivergate Wines 18 Mandurang Valley Winery 20 Chateau Dore Winery & Receptions Check 21 Lynnevale Estate 22 Chateau Leamon 23 Big Hill Vineyard 24 Belvoir Park 25 Bullock Creek Vineyard 27 Butterfly Crossing 28 BlackJack Vineyards 30 Langanook Wines 31 Lake Cairn Curran Vineyard 32 Nuggetty Vineyard

Worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Longest Lunch Rosalind Park, Bendigo Friday 4 March 2011 Savour Bendigo wines matched to regionally-inspired dishes presented by Wine Bank on View. A gorgeous table will stretch along the grand boulevards of historic Rosalind Park as part of the Melbourne Food & Wine Festival.

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Meet the winemakers of the region, sample the best Bendigo wines and enjoy live music in a tranquil garden setting.

Wineries without cellar doors, can be contacted on the numbers below: Knots Wines 0417 391 622 Black Estate Vineyard 5442 8048 Glenwillow Vineyard 5448 4711 Turners Crossing 0427 843 528 Newbridge Wines 0438 210 330 Sheer Drop Wines 0417 244 410 Burnt Acre Vineyard 5435 2519

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The Bendigo Winegrowers Association and the wineries of Bendigo delight in offering three quality wine events each year. These events showcase the wines of our region and other regional highlights - fine food, live music and Open 7 days stunning venues. 1 Kangderaar Vineyard

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Ripe Reds

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Campbelltown

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Blanche Barkly Wines Connor Park Winery Avonmore Estate Rivergate Wines Mandurang Valley Winery Leamon Estate Big Hill Vineyard

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Old Loddon Wines Flat Wellbush Kooroocheang Vineyard Hepburn Springs Lynnevale Estate Bullock Creek Vineyard Mount Alexander Winery BlackJack Vineyards Nuggetty Vineyard

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Bendigo Heritage Uncorked Second weekend in October

An iconic moveable feast event that showcases the best of Bendigo. Bendgo wines, quality restaurants and grand gold rush architecture.

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BENDIGO WINERIES Balgownie Estate

Sutton Grange Winery

Join our friendly and knowledgeable Cellar Door staff for a tasting journey through the award winning Balgownie range of handcrafted wines. Enjoy a leisurely lunch overlooking the everchanging vineyards and relax. Balgownie Estate also offers boutique accommodation. Open daily 11am–5pm, Cafe 12pm–3pm. Groups by appointment. Hermitage Road, Maiden Gully 3551 P 03 5449 6222 • F 03 5449 6506 E cellardoor@balgownieestate.com.au W www.balgownieestate.com.au

Located 30kms south of Bendigo, and 1.5hrs from Melbourne. The cellar door faces a natural amphitheatre which hosts exclusive events & functions. Open by appointment only. Carnochans Road, Sutton Grange 3448 P 03 5474 8285 • F 03 5474 8294 E wines@suttongrange.com.au W www.suttongrange.com.au

J&L Catering at Big Hill Vineyard The panoramic view, the white roses, the balcony, the food and service by J&L Catering are all exceptional at Big Hill Vineyard. Menus are tailored to suit your every need by our in-house chef and functions co-ordinator Jo Barclay. Open Wednesday - Sunday. 3 Belvoir Park Road, Big Hill 3453 P 03 5435 3366 E jo@jlcatering.com.au W www.bighillvineyard.com.au

LynneVale Estate Winery

Gold rush architecture creates the stunning backdrop for sidewalk dining with a distinctly European feel. You’ll find an enticing selection of local wines to choose from on many Bendigo restaurant menus.

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Only 7 minutes away from Bendigo city centre, LynneVale Estate’s cellar door/ restaurant and B&B accommodation overlooks its lush vineyard & farmland beyond in Mandurang Valley. Open from 11:00am to 5:00pm Saturday & Sunday. 83 Cahills Road, Mandurang 3551 P 03 5439 3635 E lynnevale@netcon.net.au W www.lynnevale.com.au

Mandurang Valley Wines Cellar door – café, bookings preferred. Open 11am–5pm Friday through to Tuesday. Lunch and afternoon tea. Dinner by appointment, wine tasting and sales. 77 Fadersons Lane, Mandurang 3551 P 03 5439 5367 W www.mandurangvalleywines.com.au

Sandhurst Ridge Winery ★★★★★ Wines – James Halliday A visit to the cellar door of this picturesque vineyard and winery provides the opportunity to meet the winemakers and sample their award-winning, handcrafted wines. Open Daily 11am–5pm, except Christmas Day and Good Friday. 156 Forest Drive, Marong 3515 P 03 5435 2534 • F 03 5435 2548 W www.sandhurstridge.com.au

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Heathcote has a sophisticated approach to the fine things in life. In addition to its world-class Shiraz, Heathcote offers visitors a relaxed variety of things to explore. Natural Wonders Nestled amidst bushlands, the natural surrounds of the Heathcote region await exploration. Pink Cliffs Reserve is home to a colourful phenomenon, with spectacular gorges that were uncovered by past mining activities. Walking tracks, wildflowers and birdlife attract walkers, bike riders, picnic goers, prospectors and those looking for tranquility. Take the challenge of a bush walk to Devil’s Cave and Viewing Rock for a great view of the town.

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Historic Treasures With a rich gold mining history, there’s a wealth of stories and historically significant sites to see. Historic buildings like the courthouse have been refurbished and nearby Graytown offers evidence that the area once attracted thousands of diggers. Streets, building foundations and a cemetery remain from the former township.

Artisan Appeal Artists, craftspeople and a stunning crop of winemaking artisans now call the region home. An appreciation of great food, wine and art has enlivened the township with events, shops, cellar doors and studio galleries. The winemaking reputation is on the worldstage, adding to the buzz.

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There are around 30 Cellar Doors in the Heathcote region. Call in for a unique experience. Opening times can vary daily so it’s best to check first visit the web site - www.heathcotewines.org or check for up-to-the-minute openings at the Visitor Information Centre in Heathcote 03 5433 3121.

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This popular event happens every October and is a unique showcase for most of the great wines of Heathcote. Around 50 wineries, over 150 wines plus around 30 food & produce exhibitors, live music and entertainment for kids. It’s a great way to see so many Heathcote wines in one place at one time. Check the web site for details - www.heathcotewines.org

2011 Wine and Food Events in and around Heathcote • Longest Lunch - March 4 • Heathcote on Show - June 11 & 12 • Heathcote Wine & Food Festival - Oct 8 & 9

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Heathcote’s history began with vineyards established in the late 1850’s and 1860’s during the Gold Rush. However, vineyards had disappeared by the 1920’s and it was not until the late 1960’s that viticultural activity recommenced. Today, the Heathcote region spans approximately 100 kilometres from north to south and 40 kilometres from east to west, and is home to over 100 vineyards. Renowned for its complex, rich and elegant Shiraz, Heathcote also produces excellent wines from other varieties including Cabernet Sauvignon, Grenache, Sangiovese, Tempranillo, Chardonnay, Marsanne and Viognier. This is intimate, grassroots winemaking; small producers handcrafting their wines; nurturing them from the vineyard to the bottle, and every step along the way. Just 90 minutes north of Melbourne, visiting Heathcote wineries will be a rewarding experience.

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A number of wineries have restaurants and cafés and in Heathcote and surrounding townships there are a host of great little cafés, hotels, restaurants and take-aways featuring fabulous regional fare from Central Victoria. Check the web for details.

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HEATHCOTE REGION Wineries, Dining & Produce Cellar & Store

Heathcote Estate Cellar Door

A wine and produce store specialising in regional wines by the glass, bottle or case. Great coffee and produce. Eat in the garden with a glass of wine, micro-brew beer or cider. Picnic and gift hampers. See website for guest wine-makers and special events. 105 High Street, Heathcote 3523 P 03 5433 2204 • F 03 5433 2708 E info@cellarandstore.com.au W www.cellarandstore.com.au

Heathcote Estate, one of Heathcote’s best known shiraz producers has opened a new cellar door in the region’s main township. The old bakery building at 98 High Street has been converted into a rustic cellar door and café - offering wine tastings, grazing and light lunches, coffee and a range of beautiful Grossi produce to take home. Open Thursday to Monday, 10am – 5pm (and public holidays except Christmas Day and Good Friday) 98 High Street, Heathcote P 03 5433 2488 • E info@yabbylake.com

Domaine Asmara VINEYARD ~ CELLAR DOOR ~ BISTRO ★★★★★ rating by James Halliday A fusion of Asian and European cuisine. Breathtaking views overlooking the vineyard. Children’s playground. B&B. Open 7 days for purchases, tastings, lunch and events. Dinner by appointment. 4 Gibb Road, Toolleen 3551 • P 03 5433 6133 • F 03 5433 6133 E andreas@domaineasmara.com • W www.domaineasmara.com

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Downing Estate

Meehan Vineyard

If you love red wine, introduce yourself to Downing Estate Heathcote wines, producers of superb Heathcote Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon and a limited production of Merlot. Rated ★★★★★ by James Halliday. Cellar Door open Long Weekends & Public Holidays or by appointment anytime we are here. Just give us a call. 19 Drummonds Lane, Heathcote 3523 P 03 5433 3387 • F 03 5433 3389 E admin@downingestate.com.au • W www.downingestate.com.au

Our family operated Vineyard, Winery and Cellar door are located within the town of Heathcote at 4536 McIvor Hwy (the main street) 1km north of the Caltex Roadhouse. Shiraz and limited quantities of other regional varieties, made on site, are available for tasting between 10.00am and 5.00pm Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays (at other times please phone first). 4536 McIvor Hwy, Heathcote 3523 P 0407 058 432 • P (AH) 03 5433 2105 E meehanvineyard@bigpond.com

Flynns Wines

Munari Wines

Flynns Wines was established with a focus to make individual and premium wines. Enjoy a tasting with the winemakers followed by lunch in our Bistro where you can enjoy a seasonal menu with produce fresh from our Kitchen Garden. Open Saturday and Sunday 11.30am-5.00pm. 29 Lewis Road, Heathcote 3523 P 03 5433 6297 • F 03 5433 6297 E flynnswines@bigpond.com W www.flynnswines.com

Adrian Munari at Munari Wines produces beautifully structured complex fruit driven wines that have concentration, elegance, definition and personality. 1129 Northern Hwy Cnr Schoolhouse Lane and Northern Highway, Heathcote 3523 P 03 5433 3366 • F 03 5433 3905 E munariwines@bigpond.com W www.munariwines.com

Heathcote Winery

The Redesdale

Heathcote Winery is uniquely positioned in Heathcote’s main street in a restored 1850’s miner’s produce store. Enjoy free wine tasting, the gallery, relax in the courtyard with a light snack, coffee or glass of wine. 185 High Street, Heathcote 3523 P 03 5433 2595 F 03 5433 3081 E winemaker@heathcotewinery.com.au W www.heathcotewinery.com.au

Little over an hour from Melbourne in the southern part of the Heathcote Wine region in Central Victoria, The Redesdale is a wonderful proponent of slow food. This unique journey into local produce and winemaking will reward every visitor. Boutique accommodation also available. 2640 Kyneton-Heathcote Road, Redesdale 3444 P 03 5425 3111 • F 03 5425 3290 E enquiries@theredesdale.com.au W www.theredesdale.com.au

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HEATHCOTE REGION Wineries, Dining & Produce

HEATHCOTE REGION Wine Tours & Accommodation

Shelmerdine Cellar Door & Whistler Cafe

Heathcote Grape Escape Wine Tours

Our Cellar Door is nestled between the rolling granite hills of Tooborac and our lush vineyard, the perfect location to enjoy a wine tasting in a quiet and relaxed atmosphere. The Whistler Cafe located amongst the vines provides a great opportunity to see the seasonal working of a vineyard first hand from budburst through to harvesting, all whilst enjoying a glass of our wine with tasty regional specialities prepared by our fabulous cooks. Cellar Door & Whistler Cafe are located at our Merindoc vineyard. Open seven days Monday to Friday: 10am - 4pm Saturday & Sunday: 10am - 5pm Lancefield Rd, Tooborac 3522 P 03 5433 5188 • F 03 5433 5118 E info@shelmerdine.com.au W www.shelmerdine.com.au

Heathcote Grape Escape Tours conduct private, tailored wine tours throughout the Heathcote region for small groups of up to 11. Tours present the ideal opportunity to visit wineries and sample the best that is on offer. Pickup and dropoff can be arranged as well as accommodation if required. Indulge, Relax & Enjoy! Kyneton Road, Heathcote 3523 • P 0408 843 214 • F 03 5433 3871 E heathcotegrapeescape@bigpond.com W www.heathcotegrapeescape.com.au

Georgina’s Hideaway Georgina’s Hideaway is located in a private rural setting; the 5 bedroom home includes full ensuite, spa, ducted heating, wood fires, cooling, lounge and spacious living area. Able to accommodate 9 people plus a fully self-contained 2 bedroom unit. 71 Doolan Cresent, Heathcote 3523 P 03 5433 2200 • F 03 5433 2225 • M 0488 749 855 E rhiannon@heathcoterealestate.com W www.georginashideaway.com.au

Hut on the Hill

Tooborac Hotel and Brewery The Tooborac Hotel was built in 1857 of Bluestone, Ironstone and Granite. It stands proudly on the Northern Highway 40 minutes south of Bendigo. The recent transformation to restaurant, brewery and arguably the last honest country pub attracts visitors from far and wide. Meals, Craft Beer and Regional Wine are available seven days a week. Brewery tours are available by appointment. Our Bed and Breakfast facilities at the Cottage and Middle Springs Lodge offer the perfect respite for your getaway. Take the option of touring back from Bendigo for a wonderful Sunday lunch or dinner. Warm fires in Winter and beautiful views all year round. 5115 Northern Highway, Tooborac 3522 • P 03 5433 5201 E info@tooborachotel.com.au • W www.tooborachotel.com.au

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Exclusively private, luxuriously unique in Heathcote’s shiraz wine producing area. Ideal for romantics & couples special getaway. Solar heated swim spa in Summer, cosy wood fire in Winter, spectacular views all year round. A gem in the Goldfields. 720 Dairy Flat Road, Heathcote 3523 P 03 5433 2329 E bookings@hutonthehill.com W www.hutonthehill.com.au

Karcilway B&B Luxurious Karcilway provides the perfect private escape for four people or a romantic getaway for two in a beautiful rural setting. With two bedrooms, separate bathrooms, heated outdoor spa and much more. 12 Horsburgh Court, Heathcote 3523 P 0411 084 188 W www.karcilway.com.au

Heathcote Visitor Information Centre Heathcote Visitor Information Centre – start your taste experience. Friendly staff with excellent local knowledge will look after all your information needs in Heathcote’s most sustainable building. The energy-efficient Centre is the perfect place to discover the hidden riches of rural Victoria. Cnr High & Barrack Streets, Heathcote 3523 P 03 5433 3121 • F 03 5433 3901 E heathcotevic@bendigo.vic.gov.au W www.heathcote.org.au

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Always

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The Bendigo region has a long history of putting on a diverse range of events that attract people from far and wide. Family friendly events include the Christmas Tree light up, Summer in the Parks, the Bendigo Easter Festival and traditional Chinese performances staged at the Dai Gum San precinct. February • 2011 Bowls Victoria Australian Open Qualifier • Victorian Country Water Polo Championships • Chinese New Year community celebration • U16 & U18 Div 1 & 2 State Country Basketball Championships March • The Golden Dragon Museum Twentieth Birthday • Bendigo International Madison • Victorian Square Dancing Association – 42nd State Square Dancing Convention 48

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• CFA State Urban Fire Championships • Eaglehawk Dahlia & Arts Festival ‘Celebrating 40 Fabulous Years’ • Bendigo Motorcycle Expo • U16 & U18 Div 3 & 4 State Country Basketball Championships • U20 State Country Basketball Championships • World’s longest lunch – Bendigo and Heathcote • Snag, Beer & Bubble Fest – Heathcote and Bendigo • Redesdale Regional Picnic

• Bendigo Olive Fiesta • Country Week Bowls 2011 • Bendigo Boys FC • RACV Fly the Flag tour (car rally) April • 40th National Antique Bottles and Collectables Show • Bendigo Queer Film Festival • 2011 South Eastern Australia Farm Forestry and Firewood Machinery Expo • I do I do Wedding Expo • Bendigo Winemakers Festival • Bendigo Easter Festival – Awakening of the Dragon – Torchlight Parade – Gala Parade • Golden Dragon Museum Spring Festival • The Australian Chrysanthemum Championship • Relay for Life • 2011 Pizzey Cup (Tennis) • Groovin the Moo

May • Craft Alive (market/expo) • National Beef Show June • Heathcote on Show • Chrysler Mid State Mopars July • Australian Sheep & Wool Show • Festival of Lamb August • The White Wedding Dress: 200 Years of Wedding Fashions (until Nov 6) • All Holden Day • Victorian Water Industry Engineers & Operators Conference September • Bendigo Fashion Week • Bendigo Moteliers Classic Pairs – Mens and Ladies lawn bowls • Put Victoria on Your Table • BFNL Grand Final • Harvest Moon Festival • Vic Teachers Games 2011

October • Elmore Field Days • State Futsal Championships • Bendigo Heritage Uncorked • Bendigo Cup • Heathcote Wine & Food Festival • Kids Character Carnival • Bendigo Agricultural Show November • Bendigo National Swap Meet • Rod, Stock & Custom December • Christmas Tree Light Up • Basketball Australia National Schools Championships • William Loud Bendigo International Australia Pro Tennis Tour January 2012 • 2012 Victorian Country Long Course Swimming Championships • Bendigo Junior Classic Basketball • Country Week Cricket

For more information on all of our events visit our website www.bendigotourism.com Official Visitor Guide

EVENTS

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Australian Sheep & Wool Show ‘THE SHEEP SHOW’ bendigo

Bendigo Olive Fiesta: March 20, 2011

3rd or 4th weekend in July. The biggest show of its kind in the world where Bendigo becomes the epicenter for the sheep & wool industries. ‘Women of Wool’ includes fashion parades, ‘wearable art’ and beautiful hand-crafted woollen products. “Festival of Lamb” introduces fine food presentation. Featuring the ‘best of the best’ sheep breeders, shearers and wool handlers in the country. Open 9 am - 5pm daily. A: $20, Pen: $15, Child U 14 free. P (03) 5439 5094 • M 0418 328 426 • E aternout@bigpond.net.au W www.sheepshow.com or www.womenofwool.com.au

4th Bendigo Olive Fiesta – 20 March, 2011, 10.00am to 4.00pm A great day of entertainment, staged at the historic Bendigo Pottery. The headline act is Vince Jones and his band from Sydney. In addition, there will be an Italian band and Latin dancers. Stalls will include wine and food as well as olives and olive products, workshops, cooking demonstrations, bocce demonstration and children’s entertainment. A great day out! Bendigo Pottery, 146 Midland Highway, Epsom 3551 P 03 5441 1864 • W www.bendigoolivefiesta.com.au

Bendigo Easter Festival: April 22 – 24, 2011

Bendigo Queer Film Festival: 8 – 9 April 2011

You’re invited to the 141st Bendigo Easter Festival to join in three days of celebration in central Bendigo. Activities include the Easter Egg Hunt, exhibitions, Chinese festivities, fireworks and two street parades. Please book your accommodation now. P 1800 813 153 Bookings tourism@bendigo.vic.gov.au W www.bendigoeasterfestival.org.au

An annual event of Queer Culture with films and shorts from the Melbourne Queer Film Festival, ‘Queer Country’ Art Exhibition and FABulous After Party. M 0400 918 759 E contact@bendigoqueerfilmfestival.com.au W www.bendigoqueerfilmfestival.com.au

Bendigo International Madison: March 11–13, 2011

Chinese Harvest Moon Festival: September 24, 2011

Friday, March 11th: City centre street race. Up to 75 cyclists racing in the Bendigo International Madison Criterium through Rosalind Park and Pall Mall. Saturday & Sunday, March 12th & 13th: Cycling and athletics at the Tom Flood Sports Centre. Feature event the McCaig Daikin International Madison featuring World and Olympic Champion cyclists. Feature events from 6.00pm. P 0417 341 168 (Rik McCaig) E rikmccaig@hotmail.com • W www.madison.org.au

Come join the Golden Dragon Museum to celebrate the Annual Harvest Moon Festival at the new Dai Gum San Precinct. Enjoy free performances from Asian artists, schools and community groups retelling harvest moon stories. Children’s activities, show bags, market stalls and Chinese food! Golden Dragon Museum and Dai Gum San Precinct, 5–11 Bridge Street, Bendigo • P 03 5441 5044 • F 03 5443 3127 E info@goldendragonmuseum.org • W www.goldendragonmuseum.org

Bendigo Jockey Club

Eaglehawk Dahlia & Arts Festival: March 16th – 27th 2011

Incorporating Silks Function Centre, the Bendigo Jockey Club is recognised as one of Victoria’s Premier Training venues and one of the most prestigious racecourses in Victoria. The Club hosts 24 race meetings per year including the 2011 Jayco Bendigo Cup, during the Spring Carnival. Silks Function Centre offers a unique venue for weddings, dinners and conferences. Heinz Street, White Hills 3550 • P 03 5448 4209 • F 03 5448 4990 E info@bendigojc.com.au W www.countryracing.com.au/clubs/bendigo

You are invited to join in the fun when Eaglehawk Dahlia & Arts Festival celebrates ’40 Fabulous Years’. Highlights include: Street Procession, Gala Fair, Free Sunday Family Day, Flower show, Art & Craft shows, Debutante Ball, Old Time Charity Ball, Festival Idol, Garden Tours, Astronomy night, Heritage displays, Pet Parade… and much much more. For further information: E eaglehawk.dahlia.arts.festival@live.com W www.dahlia.bendigo.net.au

Bendigo National Swap Meet: November 12 – 13, 2011

Elmore & District Machinery Field Days: Oct 4th – 6th 2011

The largest of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere attracting over 30,000 motoring enthusiasts. Featuring motorcycles and steam & oil engine displays. Disabled parking inside showgrounds. Prince of Wales Showgrounds, Holmes Road, Bendigo 3550 P 03 5441 1002 E bendigoswap@impulse.net.au W www.bendigoswap.com.au

Elmore & District Machinery Field Days - one of Australia’s leading agricultural Field Days, boasts over 700 exhibitors. Displays include in paddock demonstrations, sheep trials, general interest & Ag Art (R) fashion parade. Everything for the broad acre farmer to the hobby farmer. Held at Elmore Events Centre - a unique venue for your event.. Elmore Events Centre, 48 Rosaia Road, Elmore 3558 P 03 5432 6176 • F 03 5432 6388 • E info@elmorefielddays.com.au • W www.elmorefielddays.com.au

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EVENTS Groovin the Moo: 30 April, 2011 National touring music festival, Groovin the Moo kicks off the national tour in Bendigo on Saturday 30 April 2011. Licensed all ages and featuring close to 25 local, national and international artists, the impressive double outdoor stages as well as the huge Moolin Rouge circus big top, Groovin the Moo is a truly unique day with the wonderful combination of a city-festival vibe and relaxed country hospitality. Bendigo’s Prince of Wales Showgrounds, Bendigo 3550 E info@enkompass.com.au • W www.gtm.net.au

Heathcote Wine and Food Festival: October 8 – 9, 2011 The annual 2 day Heathcote Wine & Food Festival showcases wine from around 50 wineries, accompanied by delicious food & produce from some 30 vendors. Enjoy wine tasting seminars, live music and children’s entertainment - all in a relaxed family atmosphere. Your best opportunity to enjoy the largest collection of internationally acclaimed Heathcote wines in one central location. P Henry Screen: 0411 418 468 E henry@heathcotewinegrowers.com.au W www.heathcotewinegrowers.com.au

Bendigo Agricultural Show 2011: October 21–22, 2011 The Bendigo Agricultural Show Society will present the Annual Agricultural Show on Friday 21st and Saturday 22nd October. The Society was established in 1859 and proudly presents the show each year for the community. The event is attended by approximately 20,000 people which showcases the regions finest livestock and produce. Lots of attractions for all ages featuring fireworks both nights and includes the best amusements available in the country. Come along and be part of the fun. Further information P 03 5444 4646 or W www.bendigoshow.org.au

The William Loud Bendigo International/ Australian Pro Tennis Tour: December 2011 The William Loud Bendigo International is the final event on the Australian Pro Tennis Tour. Featuring the best up and coming National and International talent, with approximately 200 world class tennis players competing. P 03 5442 5744 E bgotennis@impulse.net.au W www.bendigotennis.com.au

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Local

MARKETS

A journey out to a market could be your preferred way to shop and the ultimate way to soak up the community atmosphere. Local Produce Markets

Bric a Brac & Produce Markets

• Bendigo Community Farmers Market Second Saturday of each month, 9am – 1pm, Sidney Myer Place, Williamson Street, opposite Bendigo Visitor Centre. • Castlemaine Farmers Market First Sunday of each month, 9am – 1pm (except January), Mostyn Street, alongside Castlemaine Market Building. • Heathcote Bush Market First Saturday of each month, 8.30am – 1pm, High Street, adjacent to the Heathcote Visitor Centre. • Wesley Hill Market Every Saturday, 7.30am–1pm, Public Hall Reserve, Duke Street, Castlemaine. • Maldon Community Market Second Sunday of each month 9.00am – 2pm (ex January) Crn Edwards & Church Sts, Maldon

• Bridge Street Market Third Saturday of each month, 8.30am – 1 pm, 1–13 Bridge Street, Bendigo. • Bendigo Prince of Wales Showgrounds Market Every Sunday, 8.30am–3pm (except major events), Prince of Wales Showgrounds, Holmes Road, Bendigo. • Eaglehawk Lions High Street Market Second Saturday of each month, 9am – 1pm, High Street, Eaglehawk. • Kangaroo Flat Market Held on every 5th Saturday during the year, Kangaroo Flat Uniting Church Grounds, High Street.

Artisans Market • Castlemaine Artists’ Market First Sunday of each month, 9am – 2pm (except January, July & August), Theatre Royal, 30 Hargraves Street. Official Visitor Guide

There’s plenty of choice when planning where to rest on your next getaway in Bendigo. Centrally Placed Gently stroll back to your accommodation and savour the fresh country air. Many motels, Bed and Breakfasts, self-contained apartments and hostels are centrally located for great convenience. For those wishing to escape to a rural setting there are farm stays, rural retreats and Bed and Breakfasts outside of the city. Family Fun Affordable and welcoming caravan parks and motels are bursting with convenience and things to do. Many have highlights for kids like swimming pools, jumping pillows, playgrounds and kindy playrooms.

city for more than a century and now offers a glimpse at the grandeur of its golden past. Famous performers Lola Montez and Dame Nellie Melba have visited and in 1983 crowds saw Lady Diana Spencer wave from the balcony. Please note each accommodation provider has selected the most appropriate category for their business, however some services offered may overlap into other accommodation types.

Heritage Buildings with Contemporary Offerings Many of Bendigo’s gracious heritage buildings have been transformed into superb, contemporary accommodation properties. The iconic Hotel Shamrock has presided over the

VERY

Accommodating

To consider: • There’s accommodation to suit all desires, needs and budgets. • Heritage buildings have been transformed into luxury accommodation options. • Enjoy a meal in the comfort of your hotel setting. • Feel at home by staying in a welcoming B&B. • Book online on our website www.bendigotourism.com • Call our free Accommodation Booking Service on 1800 813 153. Heathcote Accommodation featured on page 47

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ACCOMMODATION BED & BREAKFAST Stonehaven on Monsants

Bishopscourt Bed & Breakfast

Three large, individually themed, beautifully furnished suites, all with ensuite, separate entry and private covered outdoor sitting area overlooking the expansive, park like gardens. Choose from the: • Shabby Chic Suite accommodating 2 in a double bed; or • Vintage Suite accommodating 2 in a double bed and featuring a spa bath in the ensuite; or • Stone Cottage accommodating 2 in a queen size bed and up to 2 more using a fold out sofa bed. Self contained with cooking and laundry facilities.

Bishopscourt is a stately Victorian mansion perfectly situated in the heart of Bendigo’s Arts and Cultural Precinct. Experience the sumptuous bedrooms, open-fires, claw-foot baths and tranquil garden. Perfect for relaxation and romance. 40 Forest Street, Bendigo 3550 P 03 5443 9456 • M 0418 528 069 • F 03 5443 9456 E stay@bishopscourt.com.au W www.bishopscourt.com.au

Adjacent to bar/bistro & close to many of Bendigo’s award winning wineries. Tranquil rural setting, close to State Park and only 10 minutes from Central Bendigo. All expected facilities plus BBQ and free DVD loan from our library of over 400 movies. 29 Monsants Road, Maiden Gully 3551 P 03 5449 7466 M 0438 416 184 E phillib@netcon.net.au W www.bendigotourism.com

Byronsvale Vineyard – B&B (circa 1870)

Antoinette’s Bed & Breakfast

Jubilee Villa Bed & Breakfast

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Jubilee Villa is a short stroll from the Bendigo CBD. Offering a choice of Victorian splendour in restored servant’s quarters or studio apartment complete with balcony and garden views. Prices from $135. 170 McCrae Street, Bendigo 3550 P 03 5442 2920 / 0409 251 467 E jubileevilla@bigpond.com W www.bendigotourism.com

Bendigo Cottages

Landonia Bed & Breakfast

Rose Cottage (with spa), Robin’s Nest and Hyacinth Cottage are three charming cottages in a delightful garden setting. An easy walk to city restaurants and attractions. Prices from $150 single, $160 double per night including a delicious cooked breakfast served to your cottage. 13 Anderson Street (Cnr Niemann), Bendigo 3550 P 03 5441 5613 • F 03 5443 4611 E book@bendigocottages.com W www.bendigocottages.com

“Landonia” is a grand 1908 Federation style home centrally located within easy walking distance from restaurants, shops and the Bendigo railway station. Guests’ privacy is assured with their own suite of rooms including separate entrance, parlour with open fire and ensuite facilities. 87 Mollison Street, Bendigo 3550 P 03 5442 2183 • M 0417 766 331 E pollyrolfe@hotmail.com • W users.impulse.net.au/goldland

Renovated Art Deco/Victorian home with ensuite bathrooms and queen size beds in friendly, quiet but handy location. OSP, BBQ area, kitchen & laundry facilities. Fully air conditioned and centrally heated. 119 Barnard Street, Bendigo 3550 Opposite Rising Sun Hotel P 03 5443 5506 E buzza@bendigo.net.au W www.bendigotourism.com

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Peaceful retreat in idyllic rural atmosphere yet part of City of Bendigo. Your own self contained apartment in restored heritage stables, overlooking vineyard, pasture & bush land. Bird watching, pétanque, Estate grown wine all available for your enjoyment. 51 Andrews Road, Maiden Gully 3551 P 03 5447 2790 • F 03 5447 3094 E byronsvale@impulse.net.au W www.byronsvale.net.au

Antoinette’s is a superb period home. Tastefully restored, it is located in the heart of Bendigo in a quiet residential area. Experience luxury and tranquillity when you stay at Antoinette’s. Prices from $145 double, $125 single. 179 Wattle Street, Bendigo 3550 P 03 5442 3609 / 0417 502 349 • F 03 5442 3613 E tulip@netcon.net.au W www.bendigocentral.com.au

Bendigo Guest House B&B

★★★★

Welcome Shops A range of accredited shops offer quality visitor information and welcoming service to visitors who pass through their doors. Look out for this sticker on local shops. Visit www.bendigotourism.com for more infomation.

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ACCOMMODATION BOUTIQUE The Hotel Shamrock

Cathedral Terrace

We invite you to the majestic Hotel Shamrock in Bendigo. Whilst the grand Victorian architecture remains, it’s inside where you will experience the changes. Magnificent, heritage accommodation with modern luxuries, casual relaxed dining in our Shamrock Saloon Bar, or something more intimate, upstairs in the Victorian Wine Room. Pall Mall & Williamson Street, Bendigo 3550 P 03 5443 0333 W www.hotelshamrock.com.au

Situated just 300m from the central hub of Bendigo, with an outlook onto the massive gothic Sacred Heart Cathedral only metres away. Enjoy this luxuriously appointed boutique accommodation featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, fully equipped kitchen and laundry, secure off street parking and all the modern conveniences. 81 Wattle St, Bendigo 3550 • M 0438 084 710 E info@cathedralterrace.com • W www.cathedralterrace.com

City Warehouse Apartment Ultra modern New York style warehouse, in the heart of Bendigo’s Art and Cultural Precinct, Restaurants, and Shops, only 30 metres from Alexandra Fountain. Stunning views of Rosalind Park and the Sacred Heart Cathedral. Secure undercover parking. Free internet. Apartment 3, 23 View Point, Bendigo 3550 M 0427 422 951 • F 03 5441 6330 E info@citywarehouseapartment.com.au W www.citywarehouseapartment.com.au

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Abode Bendigo

Fountain View Suites

Abode Bendigo offers modern, stylish and very comfortable serviced townhouses for those clients who are looking for that something extra. Located in a quiet street only 1.8km from the town centre. Each townhouse has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, fully equipped kitchen, laundry facilities, courtyard, lock-up garage, stereo and large plasma TVs. We also provide reading material, dvds, free wireless internet and much more. Long term and corporate tenancies available. 22A, B & C Stewart Street, Bendigo 3550 P 0414 425 447 • F 03 5442 6243 E stay@abodebendigo.com.au • W www.abodebendigo.com.au

Fountain View Suites offers boutique accommodation in a magnificent example of Victorian architecture (1863). Its classical style is displayed over several levels and offers stunning views of Bendigo’s CBD and Rosalind Park. Featuring ten rooms, including a bridal suite. Disabled facilities. 10-12 View Street, Bendigo 3550 P 03 5441 7003 • E janine@allawahbendigo.com W www.allawahbendigo.com

Balgownie House

Langley Hall Bed & Breakfast

Retreat to the sanctuary of your private unit nestled within the picturesque grounds of Balgownie Estate Winery & Vineyard. Unwind and enjoy absolute relaxation in your self-contained accommodation. From $175 per night per couple including continental breakfast. Hermitage Road, Maiden Gully 3551 P 03 5449 6222 • F 03 5449 6506 E cellardoor@balgownieestate.com.au W www.balgownieestate.com.au

Boutique accommodation, grand and spacious Edwardian Mansion with extensive gardens. Now an elegant, private and restful Bed and Breakfast with numerous Guest Suites. Features magnificent guest lounge, private parlour and dining room. Suitable for meetings, conferences and weddings. 484 Napier Street, White Hills 3550 P 03 5443 3693 / 0409 518 669 • F 03 5443 3693 E anthony@juven.com.au W www.langleyhall.com.au

Barnard Street Terraces

MillDuck Strawbale Bed & Breakfast

A range of 5 gorgeous properties, all located in the heart of the city, a 500 metre stroll to restaurants, shopping and city highlights. Unwind in your own private surroundings, the double spa, in front of the open gas log fire or in your own private courtyard. Go on spoil yourself! 108 - 114 Barnard Street, Central Bendigo 3550 P 0438 055 319 • F 03 5442 8913 E enquiry@bstbendigo.com.au W www.bstbendigo.com.au

Surround yourself with breathtaking views whilst basking in the peace & quiet at this unique StrawBale retreat, fully self-contained. Soak in the spa, kindle the flames or simply relish the tranquillity & late noon check-out. Sunday Age nominated – one of the ten Best B&Bs in Victoria. 143 Ford Road, Harcourt North 3453 P 03 5439 6451 • F 03 5439 6457 E bandb@millduck.com.au W www.millduck.com.au

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ACCOMMODATION CARAVAN PARKS & CABINS

BIG 4 BENDIGO Ascot Holiday Park

Bendigo

Create your own special Goldfields memories at Bendigo’s only award winning holiday park, where our staff are dedicated to ensuring your stay is fun and hassle free. We have accommodation to suit every budget or lifestyle choice, offering you options that best suit your needs. A few minutes from the city centre, in a quiet, off highway, location and convenient to all the major tourist attractions.

★★★★ Features: • Luxury 3 bed / 2 bathroom self contained units • Well appointed, modern, studio, 1, 2 & 3 bedroom holiday units,1 unit with disabled access • In the above units, all beds and bunks completely made up for your convenience • Open plan or 2 bedroom budget cabins a cost saver if you bring your own bedding • Powered or unpowered sites with or without ensuite facilities • Drive through and large RV sites available • Stunning, newly renovated amenities with heated floors, babies bathroom, laundry • Separate disabled access bathroom • Undercover BBQ area / campers kitchen • Wireless internet throughout park & free (15 channel) AUSTAR to most units • GIANT jumping pillow, playground, mini golf, basketball ring • Outdoor, undercover heated spa adjoining saltwater pool • Kids activities during holidays Ascot Lodge: new recreation / function room • Table tennis, pool table, electronic games • Large flat screen HD TV, coffee machine • Adjoining indoor playroom for under 6’s • Free toy and book swap libraries • With full catering facilities this venue is available for hire for conferences, functions or your next family gathering

Reservations Free Call 1800 062 340 or Book Online

stay@big4bendigo.com.au

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15 Heinz Street Bendigo VIC 3550

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(03) 5448 4421

A lovely parkland setting only minutes to the city

Gold Nugget Tourist Park

Free Broadband Internet with Wireless Access to all sites

Bendigo’s Premier Tourist Park Family Owned & Operated

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Deluxe & Budget Accommodation En-suite Powered Sites Shady Powered & Unpowered Sites Drive-thru available, Big-Rig Zone Spotless Amenities, cleaned daily Camp Kitchen, BBQ’s, Dump Point Native Gardens, bitumen roads Quiet, friendly family environment

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Giant Jumping Pillow Solar Heated Pool with Toddlers pool Fantastic Games Room 8 Station Gaming Internet Kiosk Tennis court, Basketball, Mini Golf Giant Chess, Carpet Bowls Home Theatrette, Surround Sound Video Games, 2 Playgrounds

Reservations Toll Free

1800 637 176

293 Midland Hwy, Epsom Bendigo VIC 3551 (03) 5448 4747

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ACCOMMODATION CARAVAN PARKS & CABINS Central City Caravan Park

★★★★

Come stay and experience the Great Bendigo Experience in our AAAT ★★★★ rated Park, we are close to most tourist attractions, dining and shopping. (2.5km CBD). We offer you the following; • Modern 1 & 2 Bedroom ensuited cabins with or without all bedding. • Powered sites and limited camping sites • Clean modern amenities block with floor heating, disable friendly/family bathroom. • 24 bed hostel great for small groups. • BBQs, playground, swimming pool, camp kitchen. • Bike riding track adjoins park for the bike riding enthusiast 362 High Street, Golden Square (Bendigo) 3555 P 03 5443 6937 • F 03 5443 5605 Reservations 1800 500 475 E info@centralcitycaravanpark.com.au W www.centralcitycaravanpark.com.au

A-Line Holiday Village

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★★★✩

Just 10 minutes from Bendigo, in a quiet rural setting. A range of cabins, drive thru & ensuite sites available. Knock yourself out seeing all that Bendigo has to offer or put your feet up & relax. Meeting room available now. Winner AAA Tourism Award for Excellence. Please Note: Pets not allowed with cabin bookings. 1449 Calder Highway, Marong 3515 • P 03 5435 2329 • F 03 5435 2529 E marongcp@vic.chariot.net.au W www.bendigomarongcaravanpark.com.au

Robinley Caravan Park

★★★✩

Top Tourist Park. Relax and enjoy our small family operated park. Set back from the Calder Highway, we offer clean and comfortable accommodation to suit all budgets and styles. Robinley is the ideal base to explore Victoria’s Goldfields and the many attractions Bendigo has to offer. Perfect for the weekend getaway. 723 Calder Highway, Maiden Gully 3551 P 03 5449 6265 • Reservations 1800 15 15 16 • F 03 5449 6344 E robinley@impulse.net.au

★★★✩

Enjoy the peaceful and spacious native surrounds in clean comfortable accommodation. ★★★★ Deluxe 3 bedroom unit $115–$135 double. ★★★✩ A-Line units $85–$105 double. ★★★✩ Ensuite cabins $70–$90 double. ★★★ Ensuite caravan sites $25 double. Swimming pool, playground, BBQs. 5615 Calder Highway , Kangaroo Flat 3555 P 03 5447 9568 • F 03 5447 7184 W www.alineholidayvillage.com.au

Marong Caravan & Cabin Village

ACCOMMODATION RURAL RETREAT

Bendigo Bush Cabins

Gunyah Valley Retreat

Bush Cabins & dormitory style accommodation set in a natural bush setting only 7 minutes from Bendigo centre. Stay in our peaceful & relaxing environment or take part in one of the many on site activities. Coach parking available. 109 Watson Street, White Hills 3550 P 03 5448 4140 • F 03 5448 4148 E info@bendigobushcabins.com.au W www.bendigobushcabins.com.au

A unique opportunity to leave the pressures of busy life behind & enjoy the tranquil & natural surrounds of 190 acres of bush with large lake & farmland just 20min from Bendigo. Relax in the extra large lounge with an open fire. There is provision for up to 7 people in the 3 bedroom Homestead. 494 Goornong Fosterville Road, Goornong 3557 P 03 5441 5960 • M 0402 915 960 E glbar@prototech.com.au W www.gunyahvalleyretreat.com.au

Bendigo Park Lane Holiday Park

Lazenby Farm

Just 5 mins from the heart of Bendigo set in a quiet rural setting, and close to Bendigo’s multitude of attractions. Superbly appointed self contained cabins with all linen provided. Some designated ‘Pet friendly’ cabins. Swimming pool and childs wading pool with outdoor spa. Childrens playground, jumping pillow and pedal go-karts. Camp kitchen with covered in BBQ area. 761 McIvor Highway, Junortoun 3551 P 03 5449 3335 • F 03 5449 3406 E stay@bendigoparklane.com • W www.bendigoparklane.com

Enjoy ‘Secrets’ located on Lazenby Farm in the centre of the Bendigo’s wine region. Relax in the tranquility of this beautiful cottage surrounded by nature on a working farm. Children and animal friendly. Sleeps 1-5 people, woodfire plus split system airconditioning, BBQ. 15 mins from Bendigo. Please inform if bringing pets. 470 Calder Alt Highway, Lockwood South 3551 Free call 1800 813 153 • P 03 5434 6060 W www.bendigotourism.com

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ACCOMMODATION MOTELS Quest Bendigo

All Seasons Quality Resort

★★★★✩

Stay a night, a week or a month. The only 4½ star AAA Rated serviced apartments/motel property in Bendigo providing spacious one, two and three bedroom apartments which include two bathrooms, fully equipped kitchens, laundry and a large lounge/dining area. Additional features include: • Solar heated pool • Split system air-conditioning/heating • Austar Cable TV • Flat screen LCD televisions • Wireless broadband • Conference and meeting facilities • Onsite reception Whether visiting Bendigo for leisure or business, one night or longer, Quest Bendigo is the place to stay. 489 High Street, Bendigo 3550 P 03 5447 0822 • F 03 5447 9722 E questbendigo@questapartments.com.au W www.questbendigo.com.au

Alexandra Place

★★★★

18 Modern units located 600m from the edge of the CBD. 2 Bedroom, self contained and spa units available. Walk to restaurants and attractions. Pay TV and wireless internet. Prices from $118.00 200 McCrae Street, Bendigo 3550 P 03 5441 6088 F 03 5441 8073 E enquiries@alexandraplace.com.au W www.alexandraplace.com.au

Bendigo’s premier accommodation venue has recently undergone a major refurbishment ensuring guests have access to modern facilities that you would expect from a multi-award winning property and more! When planning your next getaway, whether for business or leisure “the All Seasons for All Reasons” 171-183 McIvor Road, Bendigo 3550 P 03 5443 8166 • F 03 5441 2551

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• 70 Deluxe accommodation rooms (including family, spa and self contained units) • Indoor heated horizon pool, sauna, spa and gymnasium • Fortunes Tabaret • Seasons Bistro, lounge and TAB • BBQ area, children’s playground • Wireless Internet, Austar and free in-house movies • Regional Victoria’s largest conference venue. • Wedding reception facilities • 24hour Reception E info@allseasonsbendigo.com.au W www.allseasonsbendigo.com.au

Allara Motor Lodge

★★★✩

Only 5 minutes from Bendigo CBD close to Bendigo racecourse, pottery, golf course and supermarket. Our ground floor units cater for singles, twins, doubles and families. All rooms are non-smoking with Austar, broadband internet, toaster, aircon and convenient parking. Facilities include pool, tennis court and basketball ring. 569 Napier Street, White Hills 3550 P 03 5448 4700 • F 03 5448 4699 E allaramotorlodge@bigpond.com

Barclay on View

★★★★

30 units in a quiet central location. In the heart of the Art precinct. Opposite Art Gallery, Capital Theatre and the Queen Elizabeth Oval. Easy walk to shops, restaurants & tourist attractions. All rooms with new modern facilities, QS beds. Spa, sauna and gym, conference room, Austar and wireless internet. Open 7.00am to 9.30pm. Accredited Healthy Hotel. 181 View Street, Bendigo 3550 P 03 5443 9388 • F 03 5443 9705 E info@barclayonview.com • W www.barclayonview.com

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ACCOMMODATION MOTELS Bendigo Gateway Motel

★★★✩

★★★★

HMAA Deluxe Accommodation Winner 2008 Finalists in Victorian Tourism Deluxe Accommodation 2008 & 2009. 31 Suites, Standard Rooms, Executive Spa rooms, Disabled Rooms, Family Room, Serviced Apartments, Heated Pool, Undercover Parking and Environmentally Friendly. The Clear Choice: Modern, Secure, Professional. 233-235 McIvor Highway, Bendigo 3550 P 03 5443 4340 • F 03 5443 4360 • E info@crystalinn.com.au

Bendigo McIvor Motor Inn

Best Western Heritage Motor Inn

★★★✩

Bendigo McIvor Motor Inn & Lotus Convention Centre is located 600 metres from the edge of the CBD. We pride ourselves on attention to detail and a warm welcome. 20 quality ground floor suites. Conference Centre. Corporate rates. Twin & Family rooms, packages available. 32inch LCD TV with Austar, Broadband access, QS beds. 45 McIvor Road, Bendigo 3550 • P 03 5443 8444 • F 03 5442 5686 E reception@bendigomcivormotorinn.com.au W www.bendigomcivormotorinn.com.au

24 quality ground floor units. Clean, quiet, comfortable & friendly. Licensed dining room (Mon-Thurs), room service available. Solar heated pool, Austar, guest laundry, closest motel to Foundry Hotel Complex. 259 High Street, Bendigo 3550 P 03 5442 2788 F 03 5442 2873 E bw90789@bestwestern.com.au W www.heritagebendigo.bestwestern.com.au

Bendigo Motor Inn

City Centre Motel

Bendigo Welcome Stranger Motel

★★★✩

★★★★

150 metres from the fountain, City Centre Motel is in the heart of Bendigo. Restaurants, Theatre, Art Gallery, Shopping and Sporting Venues in easy walking distance. 33 units and 2 self contained apartments (off site). Room Service, Austar & Wireless internet. 26 Forest Street, Bendigo 3550 P 03 5443 2077 • F 03 5443 2996 E info@citycentremotel.com.au W www.citycentremotel.com.au

★★★✩

17 comfortable spacious ground floor units. Quiet location one block off High St./Calder Hwy. Close to Bendigo Stadium & St. John of God Hospital. Split System heating & cooling. Solar heated pool & BBQ area. Guest laundry, conference facilities, ample parking, competitive rates. Corner Specimen Hill Road & McKenzie Street West, Golden Square 3555 P 03 5443 6266 • F 03 5443 9779 E bgowsm@bigpond.net.au

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Best Western Crystal Inn

Superbly located only 500m from the town centre. Enjoy quality accommodation with the heart of Bendigo at your doorstep. Take a dip in our swimming pool, surf the internet on our wireless broadband service, or just relax in our pleasant surroundings. Spa Rooms and Family Units also available. 5 McIvor Road, Bendigo 3550 P 03 5441 5654 • F 03 5441 5655 E info@bendigohaymarket.com.au W www.bendigohaymarket.com.au

32 units in quiet surrounds with swimming pool and BBQ area. Indoor spa and sauna complex, in house movies and Austar. Medora’s licensed restaurant, room service available. Special two night packages available. Rates from $100. 232 High Street, Kangaroo Flat 3555 P 03 5447 8555 F 03 5447 0720

★★★✩

Only 500 metres to the CBD and adjacent the famous Sacred Heart Cathedral Church. Walking distance to attractions such as The Central Deborah Gold Mine, The Chinese Dragon Museum, Bendigo Art Gallery, Bars and Resturants. Spa rooms, Deluxe rooms and Family Suites are available. 96 - 102 High Street, Bendigo 3550 P 03 5442 5333 • F 03 5442 5195 E info@cathedralmotorinn.com.au W www.cathedralmotorinn.com.au

19 rooms including 2 family suites. In historic Eaglehawk close to shops, pubs & club. Many attractions including parks, native bushland and golf courses. Nearest motel to showgrounds. Comfortable, affordable accommodation. 401 Eaglehawk Road, Eaglehawk 3556 P 03 5446 9688 • Reservations 1800 032 263 F 03 5446 9017 E bgogateway@bigpond.com

Bendigo Haymarket Motor Inn

Best Western Cathedral Motor Inn

Comfort Inn Bendigo Central Deborah

★★★✩

An inviting family atmosphere awaits you, located in the very heart of Bendigo history and only a short stroll to great pubs, restaurants and the CBD. Refurbished suites will make your stay restful and enjoyable. Room service meals Sun–Thurs. Great breakfasts every day. Conference room and all facilities available. Hosts: Peter Lamaro and Kerry Lorenz. 177-183 High Street, Bendigo 3550 • P 03 5443 7488 • F 03 5441 2180 E reservations@centraldeborah.com.au W www.centraldeborah.com.au

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ACCOMMODATION MOTELS Comfort Inn Julie Anna

★★★★

Want somewhere within walking distance to city centre, restaurants, sporting facilities & tourist attractions? Somewhere not only clean, comfortable & affordable but friendly too? You’ve found us! 27 units, including 3 family units, Singles from $75, Doubles from $87. 194 Barnard Street, Bendigo 3550 P 03 5443 7211 • F 03 5441 6898 E stay@ovalmotel.com.au W www.ovalmotel.com.au

Comfort Inn Sandhurst

Quality Inn Colonial

★★★✩

18 spacious ground floor units, close to shopping centres, hotels & clubs. Free guest laundry, in-house movies, BBQ & pool facilities. Split system heating/cooling. Corporate and package rates on request. Wireless broadband now available. Only 6 minutes to city centre. 211 High Street, Kangaroo Flat 3555 P 03 5447 8855 • F 03 5447 8128 E sandbend@bigpond.com W www.bendigoaccommodation.com

34 quiet ground floor suites. Licensed Jonah’s Restaurant and Bar, room service, function rooms. Indoor heated pool, spa, sauna and BBQ area, business centre, wireless, Austar. Environmentally friendly. 483-485 High Street, Golden Square 3555 P 03 5447 0122 F 03 5447 9529 E colobend@fc-hotels.com.au W www.bendigocolonial.com.au

Golden Reef Motor Inn

Elm Motel

★★★★

★★★✩

26 spacious ground floor units including two bedroom family suites, deluxe suites, spa suites and one disabled unit. All with queen size beds. Solar heated pool & spa. Austar TV and wireless broadband. 186 McIvor Hwy, Bendigo 3550 P 03 5441 1000 • F 03 5441 1001 E bookings@goldenreefmotorinn.com W www.goldenreefmotorinn.com

Best Bed in Bendigo, on a Budget. We at the Elm, take great pride in providing excellent service. Beautiful gourmet evening meals and breakfasts. Wonderful, comfortable beds in lovely well appointed rooms. Ample off-street parking, wireless internet, guest laundry & BBQ area. 3.5kms from City Centre. 454 High Street, Golden Square 3555 P 03 5447 7522 • F 03 5447 7621 E info@elmmotel.com.au • W www.elmmotel.com.au

Goldfields Motor Inn

Tea House Motor Inn

National Hotel Motel

★★★✩

Opposite beautiful Lake Weeroona. Only 1.5kms from the city centre. 24 ground floor rooms including disabled units, standard units, family units and two bedroom apartments, deluxe suites and also spa suites. Solar heated pool and spa, also BBQ patio. Wireless broadband and charge back meals available also breakfast delivered to units. 280 Napier Street, Bendigo 3550 P 03 5441 7111 • F 03 5441 6755 E info@teahousemotorinn.com.au • W www.teahousemotorinn.com.au

★★★✩

26 comfortable fully appointed rooms. 3 bedroom fully self-contained apartment & 3 bedroom fully self-contained cottage. Heated swimming pool and hot spa room, Austar & wireless internet. Easy access to bar and bistro. Comfort and good old fashioned country hospitality at “The Nash”. 182-186 High Street, Bendigo 3550 • P 03 5441 5777 • F 03 5441 5890 E bookings@nationalhotelmotel.com.au W www.nationalhotelmotel.com.au

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★★★

The Comfort Inn Julie Anna opposite picturesque Lake Weeroona has just completed stage 1 of its renovations offering the newest 4 Star Deluxe & Spa accommodation in Bendigo. Julie Anna’s restaurant is available for both breakfast and dinner, also catering for Corporate & Special Occasion Functions. 268 Napier Street, Bendigo 3550 P 03 5442 5855 • F 03 5441 6032 E info@julieanna.com.au • W www.julieanna.com.au

11 quiet quality ground floor units all with QS beds. 4 with corner spa, 2 family units, 1 disabled unit. Friendly relaxed atmosphere only 2kms to the CBD. Located between several bistros, breakfast served to units, DVD players, cable TV, wireless broadband available. 308 High Street, Golden Square 3555 P 03 5441 7797 • F 03 5441 3732 E info@goldfieldsmotorinn.com W www.goldfieldsmotorinn.com

Oval Motel

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ACCOMMODATION SELF CONTAINED/APARTMENTS Lakeview Resort – Bendigo

★★★★

The Lakeview Resort offers all the comforts and amenities expected from an international hotel. All rooms overlook the courtyard and pool/spa area and range from executive suites to two room family suites. Eat at Quills Restaurant, with some of Bendigo’s best food and wine. Lakeview Resort, your choice for memorable social, business and wedding functions. 286 Napier Street, Bendigo 3550 (Opposite Lake Weeroona) P 1800 455 300 • E info@lakeviewresort.com.au W www.lakeviewresort.com.au

Aberdeen Apartment

Built in the 1880’s, Flynn’s Place offers a very high standard of accommodation. Two completely renovated self-contained units a short walk from CBD. Quality beds and furniture are provided to ensure guests are comfortable and enjoy their stay. Broadband internet access via Wireless and or ADSL cable is provided FREE to guests. Ideally suited for business people or couples. The location is perfectly positioned to make the most of the Bendigo Art Gallery, Capital Theatre, restaurants, Wine Bars and Cafes. Visit web site for more information and photographs.

Modern, stylish two bedroom self contained apartment. Located within 10min walk of Bendigo and a short drive to so many of Bendigo’s finest wineries. Suitable for professionals, young couples and families. Accommodates up to 6. Separate toilet and secure lock-up garage. 15 Uley St, Bendigo 3550 • P 0400 091 218 W www.bendigotourism.com

104 Short Street, Bendigo 3550 P 03 5444 0001 • F 03 5444 0001 E info@flynnsplace.com.au W www.flynnsplace.com.au

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Stylish two bedroom self contained unit. Located on the edge of Bendigo CBD (3 min drive), a short stroll to Latrobe University. Perfect relaxed getaway, central to all shopping, dining and attractions. 5 Clarence Ave, Bendigo 3550 P 0409 131 050 • F 03 5442 4443 E 5clarenceunits@gmail.com

Flynn’s Place

Convenient - Comfortable - Connected

5 Clarence

Abitare Studio Apartment Luxury studio apartment… right in the heart of Bendigo… Perfect for guests requiring a quiet and completely private haven yet with all of Bendigo’s inner city facilities at your fingertips. Well appointed throughout, sumptuous leather lounges and large plasma television, double bathroom with spa. Short or long term stays available. For bookings contact Bendigo Tourism or Dianne on 0413 213 879. 2/13 Mitchell Street, Bendigo 3550 • P 0413 213 879 • F 03 5443 6055 E passionfordesign@bigpond.com • W www.bendigotourism.com

1A Darby Street

Abode Bendigo

Spacious central, fully furnished classy accommodation with full kitchen, laundry, lounge and large bedroom. Gas heating and split system a/c. Two north facing outdoor areas with a view over Bendigo. Widescreen TV and DVD. Off street parking. 1a Darby Street, Bendigo 3550 P 03 5441 1311 • M 0409 430 993 E jandsmorgan@bigpond.com W www.darbys.bigblog.com.au

These beautifully decorated spacious modern townhouses are located in a quiet street only 1.8km from the town centre. They offer 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, fully equipped kitchens and laundry facilities. Large plasma tv’s, stereo, a dvd library, free wireless internet and current reading material is also provided. Each townhouse has a private garden courtyard (with shade structures), a lock-up garage and off street parking. Long term and corporate tenancies available. 22A, B & C Stewart Street, Bendigo 3550 P 0414 425 447 • F 03 5442 6243 E stay@abodebendigo.com.au • W www.abodebendigo.com.au

44 Garsed Street

Allawah Bendigo

Located in absolute heart of Bendigo CBD. 1 minute walk to shops, station, restaurants. Fully renovated 3 bedroom house. Ducted heating and air conditioning. Luxuriously appointed. 44 Garsed Street, Bendigo 3550 M 0408 630 023 E platinumlifestyle@bigpond.com

Located within central Bendigo, Allawah offers quality self contained bedsitters, one and two bedroom apartments and three bedroom houses. All apartments/houses include full kitchen, TV, DVD, washing machine, dryer and linen. Prices from $100 per night and $400 per week. 5 Mackenzie Street, Bendigo 3550 P 03 5441 7003 E janine@allawahbendigo.com W www.allawahbendigo.com

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Apartments on Havlin

Bendigo Holiday Accommodation

Apartments on Havlin, located in Quarry Hill and just 2km from the CBD, have recently been fully landscaped, renovated and decorated in luxury, modern style. Ideal for corporate and long stays, Apartments on Havlin feature quality QS beds, full kitchen, air-conditioning, LCD TV, DVD player, CD player, washing machine and off street parking all in a quiet, suburban setting. Serviced weekly. 90 Havlin Street West, Bendigo 3550 P 03 5442 4777 • M 0409 506 429

A stunning selection of ultra modern apartments and houses fully serviced self-contained in Bendigo CBD & surrounds. Enjoy the luxury of space and privacy, with 106 cm plasma TVs, DVDs, full kitchen’s & laundries all with linen provided. Perfect for a short getaway or longer stay. Visit website to view “VIRTUAL TOURS” P 03 5439 3588 • E bhabookings@bigpond.com W www.bendigoholidayaccommodation.com

Axton Cottages

Bendigo’s Loft Living Central

Relax and rejuvenate in a peaceful country setting where your pets are welcome too! On farm, only 15 minutes from Bendigo and Lake Eppalock. Sleeps 1-14 people. 1, 2, 3 or 5 bedrooms. Wood Fire/Air conditioning. Disabled facilities. Pets are very welcome, no charge. BBQ 4th night free. Trent Court, Strathfieldsaye 3551 P 03 5439 6337 • F 03 5439 6482 E axton@harboursat.com.au W www.bwc.com.au/axtoncottage

Luxury Loft Apartment... right in the heart of Bendigo’s CBD. Perfect for guests requiring a quiet and completely private haven with all of Bendigo’s inner city attractions and facilities at your finger tips. Priced from $165/night. 4/43 Mitchell Street, Bendigo 3550 P 0417 213 164 • F 03 5443 8151 E austantiques@hotmail.com W www.loftlivingcentral.com

Barnard Street Terraces

Bendigo Self Contained Cottages

The perfect range of 2, 3 and 4 bed roomed CBD properties, located close to sporting venues, bike trails and parklands. Properties are fully equipped with all linen, full kitchens and laundries to make your stay enjoyable and hassle free. 108 - 114 Barnard Street, Central Bendigo 3550 P 0438 055 319 • F 03 5442 8913 E enquiry@bstbendigo.com.au W www.bstbendigo.com.au

Corporates welcome! Just a short walk to city centre. Close to attractions, restaurants and sports venues. Choose a 2 or 3 bedroom renovated cottage or a 2 bedroom apartment-style in Strathdale. All facilities. Short and long term stays available. Visit our website for full details. Baxter and Havelock Streets, Bendigo 3550 P 0408 479 018 • E bscc@aanet.com.au W www.bendigoselfcontainedcottages.com

Bendigo Central Apartments

Cumberland on Williamson

★★★✩

Luxury air conditioned apartments. Fully self contained. Ideal for overnight to longer term accommodation. Located in the heart of historic Bendigo, just a short stroll from the CBD. One and two bedroom apartments. Priced from $90. 175 High Street, Bendigo 3550 P 03 5441 1145 • F 03 5442 3613 E tulip@netcon.net.au W www.bendigocentralapartments.com.au

Located in the heart of Bendigo CBD this apartment offers a fully equipped kitchen and spacious open plan living area with balcony perfect for alfresco dining. Two QS bedrooms, (one with ensuite) also bathroom laundry and separate toilet make this a great place to stay. Car park available. 56 Williamson Street, Bendigo, 3550 P 03 5442 5537 • M 0439 066 967 E hwdhall@optusnet.com.au

Bendigo Escape – Kimbolton

DeBeers Townhouses

Ideal for large groups with large bedrooms in the house, sleeping 12 and a further 2 bedrooms in an attached unit (which can be booked separately). Features an in-ground pool, spa and tennis court. 56 Browning Street, Bendigo 3555 M 0418 126 991 E sonyafergus@bigpond.com

Relax in a fully self-contained, spacious townhouse in central Bendigo. Well-appointed with plasma TV, DVD, CD, FREE internet, master bedroom with ensuite & private balcony, rear courtyard & lock-up garage. 12B Havelock Street, Bendigo 3550 Free call 1800 813 153 P 03 5434 6060 W www.bendigotourism.com

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ACCOMMODATION SELF CONTAINED/APARTMENTS Gold Creek Cottage Gold Creek is a delightful three bedroom, 19th Century miner’s cottage in a tranquil garden setting. The cottage is in the Art’s precinct, close to restaurants, The Art Gallery and The Capital Theatre. Features include an open fire, air conditioning, claw foot bath and off street parking.

Forest Lane, Bendigo 3550 P 03 5442 2183 M 0417 766 331 E pollyrolfe@hotmail.com W users.impulse.net.au/goldland

Hamlet Apartments

Hyacinth House S e l f

C o n t a i n e d

c o t t a g e

An appealing self contained 3 bedroom Victorian cottage tastefully renovated combining the character of the era with modern sophistication. Situated in a quiet location within walking distance of all facilities. Breakfast provisions included.

Come and enjoy a few nights with us… or stay longer… you won’t be disappointed! Two Bedrooms, fully equipped kitchen, heating/ cooling, TV, DVD, and fine linen. Fabulous locations to choose from. Late checkout 3.00pm Sundays Only. Perfect for Couples or families. Competitive Rates. For bookings, please call the Bendigo Visitor Centre on 1800 813 153. P 03 5441 1059 • F 03 5441 1061 E info@pilcherbuilders.com.au

Hustler’s Reef Modern accommodation for 2-4 people in prestigious Barkly Street. A 10 minute walk through Rosalind Park to the CBD, Art Gallery, restaurants, shops, parks, sporting facilities and hospital. Internet access available. Unwind, relax and enjoy the peaceful setting. Spoil yourself. 15 Barkly Street, Bendigo 3550 P 1800 813 153 (Bookings through the Bendigo Visitor Centre)

Jonah’s Apartments 3 bedroom fully self contained. Contemporary apartments that sleep 6 people. Spa bath, 2 bathrooms, remote garage, deck with BBQ. Short & long term accommodation. Complimentary breakfast pack. 342 High Street, Golden Square 3555 P 03 5447 0122 F 03 5447 9529 E colobend@fc-hotels.com.au W www.bendigocolonial.com.au

Kenrode House 18 Palmerston Street, Bendigo 3550 P 03 5441 1560 / 0418 128 003 F 03 5441 1560 E bendigohyacinthhouse@hotmail.com W www.bwc.com.au/visit/hyacinthhouse

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Make yourself at home in tasteful surrounds only minutes walk from the CBD. Offering full kitchen facilities, free wireless internet, heating/cooling, TV, DVD and games room, Kenrode House will provide a relaxed and enjoyable stay for the weekender and travelling executive alike. Overnight and long term bookings accommodated. 94 Abbott Street, Bendigo 3550 P 0400 580 498 E info@kenrodehouse.com.au W www.kenrodehouse.com.au

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ACCOMMODATION SELF CONTAINED/APARTMENTS

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Kim’s Cottage

Pepperton Homestead

A hidden Victorian gem amidst a cottage garden, Kim’s Cottage abounds with old world charm in a quiet area within walking distance to CBD. Fully self contained, 3 BR, VIC Fireplaces, Gas heating, Air Con, Claw bath, TV, DVD, BBQ. Children welcome. Prices from $120. 222 Wattle Street, Bendigo 3550 P 03 5439 5488 • M 0408 510 647 • F 03 5439 5488 E kimscottage@bigpond.com W www.bwc.com.au/kimscottage

Escape the City! Indulge in fresh air, starry nights, peaceful surroundings. Perfect for couples, families, groups to 11. 4BR/3 Bath, full kitchen, laundry, BBQ. Generous full breakfast provisions & chocolates. Farm activities. Sip complimentary champagne under trees on the lawns amid cottage gardens. Return home revitalised! 327 Elmore-Minto Road, Elmore 3558 P 03 5432 6190 • M 0408 468 820 E peperton@bigpond.net.au

Magnolia on View

Rosa May Cottage

Magnolia on View - Located in the heart of Bendigo’s Arts, Cafe and Sports precinct, Magnolia on View Apartment is the perfect choice for a relaxing weekend getaway located within easy reach of the best Bendigo has to offer. 167 View Street, Bendigo 3550 P 0438 005 400 E magnolia@bbetech.com.au

Cute, cosy, central and very comfortable. This charming cottage is fully self contained with open fire, claw foot bath, 2 bedrooms, TV, DVD and air conditioning. Close to tourist attractions and only a short walk to CBD. Prices start from $130 week nights, $150 weekends. Breakfast provisions provided. 75 Violet Street, Bendigo 3550 P 03 5443 3394 • F 03 5443 3394 E rosamay@sctelco.net.au W www.bwc.com.au/visit/rosamay

Nanga Gnulle

Stellina House

★★★★

This unique Bendigo property has a majestic charm that will re-energize you. Nestled in a 5 acre valley and 5 minutes from the CBD, enjoy the peace and tranquillity of these award winning gardens. Relax in our mud brick cottages with all the comforts of home, a complete getaway experience. Tariff $130-$190 double per night. 40 Harley St, Bendigo 3550 • P 03 5443 7891 E info@nangagnulle.com W www.nangagnulle.com

Walking distance from CBD, Stellina House accommodates 5. QS bed, one room twin share, one room single. The entire house has central heating and cooling making your stay as comfortable as possible. Open kitchen and dining area, TV, video, CD, free local phone calls, Short and long term accommodation, off street parking. 3 Hustlers Road, Bendigo 3550 P 0409 585 985 E ajackdesign@hotmail.com

Number 12

The Little Bird House

A fully self contained and recently restored cottage with a beautiful, private garden, two flat screen TV’s, stereo and other features. The home and office have free Wi-Fi internet and free international calls. Ideally suited for couples with children, it has two bedrooms with Queen size beds and the home is only minutes from the centre of town. 12 Brougham Street, Bendigo 3556 P 03 5441 7184

The Little Bird House is a beautifully renovated 2 bedroom self contained cottage located 2.5km from the CBD. The living room converts to a private third bedroom if needed. The cottage boasts a full kitchen, separate bathroom and laundry facilities. A relaxing courtyard and spacious outdoor area make it perfect for a relaxing getaway – longer term stays available. 58 Chum Street, Golden Square 3555 P 03 5441 1140 • F 03 5441 1140 E thelittlebirdhouse@hotmail.com

Pengallie – Couple’s Delight

Thelma’s Tea Cottage

Enjoy a romantic getaway in the heart of beautiful historic Bendigo. Elegantly furnished in stunning Laura Ashley style, “Pengallie” offers gorgeous selfcontained comfort with a private garden, and is located within a short walk of the Arts Precinct, restaurants, wine bar, cafes, antique shops and much more. For more details and bookings, go to www.bendigotourism.com Bookings also through Bendigo Visitor Information Centre 03 5434 6060 Or contact Christine directly on 0418 536 938 or email mna70206@bigpond.net.au

Situated in a quiet lane with no through traffic, only 10 minutes from the Bendigo CBD. Fully self-contained with two double bedrooms (all bedding supplied), gas heater, split system, TV and a quiet shady country garden. No smoking indoors. 145 Sargeants Road, Epsom 3551 P 03 5448 8470 • W www.bendigotourism.com.au

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ACCOMMODATION SELF CONTAINED/APARTMENTS

NEARBY TOWNS

Tilly’s Cottage Bring your dog! 3 bedroom (1 Queen-size bed, 1 double, 2 single share), fully equipped modern kitchen and laundry, spa bath, comfortable lounge with TV and VCR/DVD, A/C, heating, attractive secluded garden, off-street parking, close to CBD, 300m from hospital. 183 Arnold Street, Bendigo 3550 P 03 5441 6204 F 03 5441 4355 E pwearne@iprimus.com.au

Bendigo, a perfect base for exploring Bendigo is the perfect central base from which to explore the many fascinating villages and townships of the surrounding region.

Tour 1: Winemakers & Delights

Weeroona Views Across from Lake Weeroona, Stylishly furnished ‘Weeroona Views’ provides you with the comfort you deserve. Open plan dining, lounge and kitchen areas, provide spacious entertaining, with rear deck and enclosed yard. This fully equipped home has ducted heating and cooling. From $100 per night. Perfect weekender or for extended stays! 322 Napier Street, Bendigo 3550 P 03 5444 0789 • M 0418 126 277 E cazmaher@aanet.com.au

Heathcote

Highlights:

Heathcote is nestled amidst Box-Ironbark forests and showcases locally-grown wines, natural bushlands, and village shopping at its best – making it a special place to visit.

• Visit winemakers at their cellar doors • Pink Cliffs Reserve • Viewing Rock and Devil’s Cave • Mt. Ida

Travel time

Bendigo to Heathcote

distance

by car

47 kms

35 mins

Moama Echuca

Rochester

Tour 2: Go With The Flow ACCOMMODATION BACKPACKER & HOSTEL The Fleece Inn Bendigo YHA

★★★✩

This fully refurbished hostel offers family/king/twin/single and dormitory rooms. Air-conditioned and heated rooms. Full kitchen, huge outdoor BBQ area and undercover deck within a 2 minute stroll to Lake Weeroona and a 10 minute walk to the CBD. On site manager. YHA member discounts. Our friendly hostel offers exceptional value for money. 139 Charleston Road, Bendigo 3550 • P 03 5443 3086 E kelly@thefleeceinn.com.au W www.thefleeceinn.com.au

Bendigo Backpackers Homely welcoming atmosphere. Family, double, twin & multi-share rooms. Air-conditioned & heated, BBQ & Internet Access. Family & sporting groups – special rate for exclusive use of hostel. 33 Creek Street South, Bendigo 3550 P 03 5443 7680 E buzza@bendigo.net.au W www.bendigobackpackers.com.au

Elmore

Highlights:

Elmore might be small, but each October more than 40,000 visitors flood the town for the annual Elmore Field Days. For the rest of the year, Elmore is a pleasant village where you can visit the Campaspe Run Rural Discovery Centre.

• Campaspe Run Rural Discovery Centre • Picturesque BENDIGO Campaspe River

Echuca Moama

Highlights:

Take to the waters in Echuca Moama – a charming riverboat port. It is the “paddlesteamer” capital of Australia, with an early history as a bustling river port. It is an everyday event to hear the nostalgic whistle of the riverboats as they continue to grace the Murray River.

• Paddlesteamers • Riverboat Port • Golf and Clubs • Murray River

Travel time

distance

Maldon

Harcourt

B280

HEATHCOTE

Castlemaine

Kyneton B75

Daylesford A300

by car

A16

A79

Melbourne Airport

by train/bus

Bendigo to Elmore

45 kms

30 mins

40 mins

Elmore to Echuca

50 kms

40 mins

35 mins

Bendigo to Echuca

95 kms

70 mins

75 mins

MELBOURNE

* Rail & Bus Services: visit www.viclink.com.au or call 136 196 78

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NEARBY TOWNS Echuca Tour 3: Arts… Atmosphere & Food… The Rest Is History

Harcourt Valley

Highlights:

Take a leisurely half hour drive south from Bendigo to discover the food bowl of the Harcourt Valley.

• Cider Mills and Orchards • Mt. Alexander Food & Wine Trail • Wineries • Mount Alexander Regional Park

Roads weave through stunning, undulating scenery, past apple orchards, fields of fruit trees, grape vines and lavender. The area is highlighted by the Mount Alexander Regional Park with a well-made tourist road traversing the ridgeline and a mountain that offers panoramic views.

A16

B280

Maldon

Harcourt

• Buda Historic Home & Garden • Castlemaine Art Gallery & Historical Museum • Castlemaine Fashion Central • Theatre Royal • XXXX Antique Complex

Maldon

Highlights:

With its intact heritage streetscape, this old goldmining town was the first to be declared ‘notable’ by the National Trust of Australia in 1966. A historic steam train links Maldon to Castlemaine and galleries with fine food, cosy cafés, innovative shops and antique shops line the streets.

• Mount Tarrengower • Carmen’s Tunnel Gold Mine • Beehive Chimney • Victorian Goldfields Railway • Penny school Gallery/Café

by car

Highlights:

Lake Eppalock is today brimming with water and watersports have returned with passion. The large lake was constructed in the 1960s as a water catchment for irrigation, and now awaits for fishing, waterskiing, boating and swimming.

• Picnic by the Lake • Waterskiing & Boating • Fishing • Visit nearby Redesdale

distance

by car

29 kms

33 mins

Heathcote to Lake Eppalock 19 kms

22 mins

Bendigo to Lake Eppalock

Castlemaine

Renowned for the arts, Castlemaine is a relaxed place with a sophisticated feel in a stately 19th century setting. Once one of the world’s richest shallow alluvial goldfields; the town is now abuzz with vibrant cafés, eclectic shops, historic homes, gracious gardens and art galleries.

Lake Eppalock

Travel time

Heathcote

A79

Highlights:

distance

Elmore

BENDIGO

Castlemaine

Travel times

Rochester

Tour 4: Water Activities Pyramid Hill

Boort

LODDON REGION Rochester

Wedderburn Elmore

Inglewood Bridgewater

Tarnagulla

Daylesford A79

Melbourne Airport M8

MELBOURNE

Highlights:

Gold fossickers still visit this area hoping to strike it rich. The townships of Inglewood, Tarnagulla and Wedderburn offer historic sites, gold fossicking and bushwalking. Vineyards, farming land and massive olive plantations are also dotted around this large and productive region.

• Gold Fossicking • Wineries • Recreational Pursuits • Loddon River

distance

A16

A79

BENDIGO Lake Eppalock

Maldon

Loddon Region

Travel time

B260

A79

Tour 5: Natural Wonders

Kyneton

Echuca

HEATHCOTE Harcourt Redesdale

Castlemaine

B280

Kyneton

Daylesford A300 M8

Melbourne Airport

Ballarat

by car

by bus

Bendigo to Bridgewater 40 kms 43 mins (start of the Loddon Region)

40 mins

MELBOURNE

by train/bus

Round trip Bendigo to Harcourt

30 kms

30 mins

25 mins

Harcourt to Castlemaine

9 kms

11 mins

15 mins

Castlemaine to Maldon

19 kms

22 mins

Maldon to Bendigo

39 kms

41 mins

40 mins

Direct Bendigo to Castlemaine

38 kms

30 mins

25 mins

Bendigo to Maldon

39 kms

41 mins

40 mins

Bendigo to Harcourt

30 kms

30 mins

25 mins

* Rail & Bus Services: visit www.viclink.com.au or call 136 196 80

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NEARBY TOWNS

BRIDGEWATER BOORT INGLEWOOD PYRAMID HILL TARNAGULLA WEDDERBURN

OUR GYMNASIUM.

GO FOR IT in the Loddon Valley.

OUR PLAYGROUND.

EXPLORE the Loddon Valley.

OUR BACKYARD. a magical experience on the Murray.

From the moment you arrive you sense something special… Echuca Moama has a remarkable range of things to do, places to stay & experiences to savour. Explore unique shopping opportunities, relax and enjoy a vineyard tour or delight in a variety of tantalising cuisines at one of many fine restaurants, cafes and

clubs. Indulge in a unique overnight stay aboard a paddle steamer or take a voyage of discovery aboard a houseboat. Experience the attractions of our historical precinct or simply unwind and take in the natural vistas.

RELAX in the Loddon Valley.

Excite your senses… EMagine visiting Echuca Moama

The Loddon Valley is a unique and wonderful part of Victoria to visit and explore. We’d love you to experience our natural wonders, wide open spaces, national parks and the Loddon River. You can bushwalk, abseil, or kayak. Sit and fish, or have a picnic.

HOT DEALS AVAILABLE

www.bendigotourism.com

www.echucamoama.com

Toll free 1800 804 446

RRA/LDV7156

Maybe visit a winery or two. And that’s just for starters. So come and enjoy recreation and relaxation in ‘Victoria’s Backyard’.

For further information contact The Loddon Visitor Information Centre on (03) 5494 3489 or visit www.loddon.vic.gov.au or www.loddonalive.com.au

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TRANSPORT

Getting to and from Bendigo is made easy with the great selection of travel options available to visitors. With reduced fares and increased services, it’s easy to get to Bendigo by train – just over 90 minutes from Melbourne. With connecting services from Mildura, Echuca, Swan Hill, Maryborough, Daylesford, Ballarat and Geelong. Bendigo really is the centre of Victoria. The Bendigo Railway Station is a 5–10 minute walk into the city centre.

Just like in Melbourne, your V/Line ticket gets you free local travel. Buses depart from the Bendigo Station for the CBD and then on to connecting services. For train, coach and local bus timetables, fares, maps and travel information visit www.viclink.com.au or call 136 196. For ticketing information on myki, visit myki.com.au

Avis Bendigo • Latest model • Cars, trucks, 4WDs and mini buses to suit all your needs • Competitive rates Mobil Q7, 117 High Street, Bendigo P 03 5441 3228 • F 03 5442 8517 E reservations@rixnominees.com.au W www.avis.com.au

Bendigo Airport Service Everyday, on time, hassle free air-conditioned buses and experienced drivers take you safely to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport one way, either way or return. Start your travel relaxing, not driving. Castlemaine and Kyneton on request. Multiple awards 2008, 2009 & 2010. Bendigo Railway Station, Bendigo 3550 P 03 5444 3939 • F 03 5442 8881 W www.bendigoairportservice.com.au

Bendigo Coachlines • Large Group Tours • Pick-ups to attend conferences/events • Bus hire for weddings • 22–69 seat buses 90 Wood Street, Eaglehawk 3556 P 03 5446 3144 • F 03 5446 9897 E info@sctravel.com.au • W www.sctravel.com.au

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BUS NETWORK

Services & important Information

Visit our attractions by Bus! Bendigo Bus Network Ride Bendigo’s Bus Network to attractions and places of interest, departing from the Bendigo Railway Station and from Mitchell Street. For local bus timetables, fares, maps and travel information visit viclink.com.au or call 136 196. For ticketing information on myki, visit myki.com.au

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Places of Interest

Bus route

Arts Precinct Bendigo Aquatic Centre Bendigo Art Gallery Bendigo Bank Bendigo Botanic Gardens Bendigo East pool Bendigo Hospital Bendigo Marketplace Bendigo Pottery Bendigo Jockey Club Bendigo Railway Station Bendigo Visitor Centre Brennan Park pool Central Deborah Gold Mine Cinema Conservatory Gardens Dai Gum San Discovery Centre Eaglehawk YMCA (indoor pool) Golden Dragon Museum Hargreaves Mall Joss House Lake Weeroona La Trobe University La Trobe Visual Arts Centre Military Museum Poppet Head Lookout

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Places of Interest

Bus route

Alexandra Fountain Capital Theatre Charing Cross Dudley House Goldmines Hotel Historic Fire Station Law Courts/Old Post Office Rosalind Park Shamrock Hotel Tramways Depot Victoria Hill

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Parking in Bendigo

Important Numbers

Parking throughout the city is metered at $1.10 per hour but there are differing time restrictions so please check signage near where you park.

BENDIGO

The following all day car parks which are on the outer perimeter of the CBD are $2.00. Tom Flood Sports Centre, Queen Elizabeth Oval, McLaren Street and Park Road.

BENDIGO TAXIS • P 131 008

The Multi-storey Carpark in Hargreaves Street (CBD) is $1.10 an hour or $6 all day. There is no parking fee in Greater Bendigo on the weekend but time restrictions still apply so you need to check the signage near where you park.

Emergency – DIAL 000

POLICE Bendigo Police Station, High Street • P 03 5440 2510 HOSPITAL EMERGENCY Bendigo Hospital, Stewart Street • P 03 5454 8100 DENTAL EMERGENCY Bendigo Hospital, Barnard Street • P 03 5454 7994 RACV EMERGENCY ROAD SERVICE • P 13 11 11 BENDIGO AIRPORT SERVICE • P 03 5444 3939 V/LINE RAIL & COACH • P 03 5440 2765 Newspaper – Bendigo Advertiser • P 03 5434 4400 W www.bendigoadvertiser.com.au POST OFFICE Bendigo Post Office, Cnr Hargreaves & Williamson Streets Open Monday to Friday 9am–5pm, Saturday 9am–1pm • P 13 13 18 VETERINARY (24 hour emergency service) Bendigo Animal Hospital, 294 Napier Street, Bendigo • P 03 5443 3322 Chemist Bendigo Marketplace Shopping Centre • P 03 5443 3319 BIKE HIRE Moroni’s Bikes, 104 Mitchell Street, Bendigo • P 03 5443 9644 Internet Kiosks Bendigo Marketplace Shopping Centre & Centro Lansell Shopping Centre

Heathcote

Long vehicle parking are marked on the CBD maps.

Police Heathcote Police Station • P 03 5433 3711

There are a number of one hour parking bays directly in front of the Visitor Centre and half hour bays next to the Visitor Centre in Sidney Myer Place.

SupermaRket IGA 175 High Street Heathcote • P 03 5433 2010

Taxi Heathcote Taxi Service • P 03 5433 3777 Newspaper McIvor Times • P 03 5433 3311 Post Office 137 High Street Heathcote • P 03 5433 2191 Chemist Heathcote Pharmacy 79 High Street Heathcote • P 03 5431 0900 Internet Kiosk Heathcote Newsagency 79 High Street Heathcote

Bendigo Tourism in partnership with the City of Greater Bendigo. Heathcote Tourism and Development Inc. Published by: Bendigo Tourism Board Inc. A0019770S 51–67 Pall Mall, Bendigo 3550.

Bendigo Tourism is committed to improving the quality of service in tourism and enhancing the visitor experience. If you have any comments or feedback about your visit or this guide, please tell us.

Write, phone, fax or email to: MARKETING MANAGER – TOURISM 51–67 Pall Mall, Bendigo 3550 Free call 1800 813 153 • P 03 5434 6060 • F 03 5444 4447 International callers P +61 3 5434 6060 E tourism@bendigo.vic.gov.au • heathcotevic@bendigo.vic.gov.au W www.bendigo.vic.gov.au • www.bendigotourism.com • www.heathcote.org.au

Design & Production: SASI Marketing. Photography: David Field, Annie Warren, Richard Gibbs, James Lauritz, Imagine Pictures, Julie Millowick, Goldfields Tourism & City of Greater Bendigo Image Library. Copywriting: Aileen Walsh. Printer: Centre State Printing. Bendigo Tourism and the City of Greater Bendigo support environmentally friendly practices. This guide has been printed using stock produced from sustainable forests. Copyright © Bendigo Tourism Board Inc. 2011. Volume Fifteen – 100,000 copies. Information in this booklet is correct at time of printing and is provided in good faith, however no responsibility will be taken for any inaccuracies, changes, errors or misconceptions of any kind. All telephone area codes 03 unless otherwise stated. All prices quoted include GST where applicable unless otherwise stated.

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by car

distance

by train/bus

Melbourne to Bendigo

90 mins

147 kms

120 mins *

Bendigo to Castlemaine

30 mins

38 kms

25 mins *

Bendigo to Ballarat

90 mins

122 kms

120 mins *

Bendigo to Echuca

70 mins

92 kms

75 mins

Bendigo to Tullamarine Airport

95 mins

143 kms

Melbourne to Heathcote

90 mins

123 kms

Bendigo to Heathcote

35 mins

47 kms

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MIA MIA REDESDALE

* Rail Services: contact V-line on 136 196 or www.vline.vic.gov.au

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L A K E E PPA L O C K

GR E AT E R BEN DIG O – AT T R AC T IONS & services

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AXEDALE RD

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Bendigo A300 Pottery

KNOWSLEY

KNOWSLEY EPPALOCK RD

Bendigogold World Ironbark Riding Centre Bendigo Water World

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TO ECHUCA HUNTLY & ELMORE (Campaspe Run)

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Bendigo Racecourse Bendigo Botanic Gardens

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Bendigo Showgrounds

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NORTH BENDIGO

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Lake Weeroona

TO EAGLEHAWK & GREAT STUPA

Golden Dragon Museum

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Wycheproof Boomerangs in Bendigo

KENNINGTON Bendigo Fun Factory

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QUARRY HILL

Strath Village Shopping Centre

La Trobe University

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GOLDEN SQUARE

M MIA

COLIBAN RIVER

St. John of God Hospital

Town Hall Tours Bendigo ninesevensix

O AR

N DO

Bendigo Stadium

JUNORTOUN B280

RESERVOIR RD

Vintage Arts Car Tours Precinct

WEST BENDIGO

NGA

The Zone

EAST BENDIGO

CENTRAL BENDIGO MAP

Bendigo Airport

D SR

DERRINAL POOL

H RO

distance

by car

Bendigo to Lake Eppalock

29 kms

33 mins

Heathcote to Lake Eppalock

19 kms

22 mins

Please Note: These maps are not to scale and do not contain all parks and forests.

KANGAROO FLAT Centro Lansell

Official Visitor Guide

C EN T R A L BEN DIG O M A P

St Chancery Ln

Bull St

Short St

tle S t Wat

Mandurang Sedgwick Sutton Grange

Hargreaves St

St Hop e

Council Offices

Lyt

tle

Market St

Bcentral

Bendigo Tech Education College

YMCA

ton

Myers St

Bendigo Woollen Mills

Charleston Rd

Residential area

To The Zone

Larritt St

McI

vor

ed enn

Bramble St

Mollison St Continuing Education Bendigo

Vintage Talking Tram Route

Tramways Depot

CFA

Hopetoun St

Mundy St

McLaren St

Williamson St

Arthur St

Edward St

Ra ilw ay

Bendigo VRI Bowling Club

Urban/Regional Bus Interchange, Airport Bus

Bendigo Railway Station

Civic Gardens

St Andrews Uniting Church St Pauls Anglican Cathedral

McCrae St

To Bendigo Pottery Ironbark Riding Centre Bendigogold World Bendigo Jockey Club Bendigo Botanical Gardens Elmore, Echuca

A300

BRIT Bendigo Regional Institute of TAFE

Bendigo Marketplace Supermarket

Supermarket

St Kilianâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Church

Midland Hwy

r St Napie

l sel

Discovery Centre

Howard Pl

Playground

Havelock St

Lan

Legend Tram line, stop / Depot Toilets / Accessible toilets Parking Parking for long vehicles CBD Retail / Business

Mitchell St

Residential area

Central Bendigo

let

t Lyt

Centrelink

St Andrews Av

Cinema

King St

Garsed St

Town Hall

e Tc

Farmer Ln Chinese Arch

Lake Weeroona Bendigo Tennis Complex

(Chinese Precinct)

Nolan St

Queen St

Joseph

Bendigo School of Mines & Industries Building

Hargreaves Mall Department of Human Services

Brid

BRIT Bendigo Regional Institute of Tafe

Post Office Library

Wills St

Waterlo o

Forest St

Wattle St Vine S t

St Don

Bancroft St

one

Law Courts

Pall Mall Beehive Shamrock Building MYER Hotel Department Store

ge S

Park Rd Hall

Tramways Av

Bendigo Bank Head Office

Hargreaves St Myrtle St

Visitor Centre

Conservatory

Alexandra Fountain

Bath Lane

Place

To Exhibition Centre & Showground / Market

Golden Dragon Museum Dai Gum San

Fernery

To Chinese Joss House 1km

Lucan St

Baxter St

Rosalind Sidney Myer Park Bendigo

Bendigo Hospital

Emergency Access via Stewart St

Bendigo Senior Secondary College

Playground

Historical Interest Interest Historical Alexandra Fountain Fountain........ C3 Alexandra Capital Theatre.............. Theatre.............. C2 Capital Charing Cross Cross ................ B3 Charing

Dudley House ................ C2 Goldmines Hotel ............ A1 Historic Fire Station ....... C2 Joss House .................... F2 Law Courts/ Old Post Office............... C3 Rosalind Park ................ C3 Shamrock Hotel............. C3 Town Hall.......................C3 Tramways Depot............ E3 Victoria Hill .................... A1 Vintage Talking Tram Route........................ A3-F2

Bayne St

Bendigo Church of Christ

Creek St North

Camp Hill Primary School

Rotunda

Military Museum

Tom Flood Sports Centre

Gaol Rd Old Bendigo Gaol

Poppet Head Lookout & Bendigo Heritage Mosaic

Arts Precinct

Charing Cross

Tennis Courts

Capital Theatre

Anne Caudle Centre

Discovery Centre Centre .......... B6 B4 Discovery Golden Dragon Dragon Museum D3 Golden Hargreaves Mall............. Mall............. C3 Hargreaves Latrobe Visual Visual Arts......... C2 Latrobe Library........................... C3 Library........................... Military Museum............ Museum............ C3 Military Poppet Head Head Lookout..... C2 Poppet VicRoads ....................... ....................... F4 VicRoads

Arnold St

Central Deborah Gold Mine

Croquet Club Bendigo Bowling Club

Netball Court

Bendigo Art Gallery

Forest St Uniting Church

Sacred Heart Cathedral

ly ark

Dudley House Historic Fire Station LaTrobe Visual Arts Centre

View Hill Fellowship

Creek St Sout

Queen Elizabeth Oval

Mercy

ie St

Bendigo Aquatic Centre

Rowan S

St Johns Presbyterian Church

Barnard

Historic Grandstand

High St

Rosalind

Drought

t er S

Violet St

View St

To St John of God Hospital

NORTH

Tce East

Barkly S

Moore S

Barkly Mew

Catholic College Bendigo

Girton Grammar School

Melbourne A79

Niemann St

Barkly T ce West

Valentine

Mackenz

Calder Hwy

Police Station (0.5km)

To Bendigo Stadium Garden Gully Victoria Hill Historic Mining Site Reserve Goldmines Hotel Marong, Maiden Gully B260 Mildura To Great Stupa Eaglehawk

Places of of Interest Interest Places Arts Precinct.................. Precinct..................C2 C2 Arts Beehive Building............ Building............C3 C3 Beehive Bendigo Art Art Gallery Gallery........ ........C2 C2 Bendigo Bendigo Bank Bank HQ........... HQ...........B3 B3 Bendigo Bendigo Botanical Botanical Gdns..F3 Gdns..F3 Bendigo Bendigo Hospital............ Hospital............E1 E1 Bendigo Bendigo Marketplace Marketplace..... .....B4 B4 Bendigo Bendigo Pottery Pottery ............. .............F3 F3 Bendigo Bendigo Visitor Visitor Centre Centre ... ...C3 C3 Bendigo Central Deborah Deborah Gold Gold Mine. Mine.A3 A3 Central Cinema..........................B3 B3 Cinema.......................... Conservatory Gardens.... Gardens....D3 D3 Conservatory Dai Gum Gum San San ................. .................D3 D3 Dai

Wat

Arnold St ..............E3 Barnard St ............D2 Bridge St ..............E2 Bull St...................D3 Chapel St..............D3 Gaol Rd.................D2 Hargreaves St .......B3 High St .................B2 Lyttleton Terrace...C3 Mccrae St .............E3 McIvor Rd .............D4 Mitchell St ............C4 Mundy St ..............D4 Napier St ..............F3 Pall Mall ...............C3 Queen St ..............A3 Railway Pl.............C4 St Andrew Av........C3 View St .................C1 Williamson St........C4

Park Rd

D Anderson St

(not all shown)

B A79

Chapel St

A Main streets

Bendigo East Swimming Pool & Bowling Club

Salvation Army

B280

To La Trobe University, Bendigo Fun Factory Strathfieldsaye Lake Eppalock

7 minutes walk 0

250m

500m

McIvor Hwy

VicRoads

To Wycheproof Boomerangs in Bendigo Confectionery Capers Heathcote

This map is representative only and not intended as an accurate reference map. Times and distances shown are guides only. Map by visualvoice.com.au 2009

Williamson Street. Bendigo

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