Daylesford Macedon Life - Summer 2018/19

DAYLESFORD

Life

SUMMER 2018

MACEDON

PET FRIENDLY Frolic with your furry friends.

GIRLS GETAWAY Start planning your weekend away.

THE LOST CHILDREN Richard Cornish tells the heartbreaking story.

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MOUNTAIN Gin is a botanicalinfused spirit made with foraged tender pine needles and pepperberry found within 5kms of the distillery.

It’s a gin that evokes a sense of dew-laden mountain air and tall, stoic pines.

Handmade on the slopes of Mount Macedon by two blokes, it’s an aromatic drink for the senses.

Tumble with ice, a swirl of orange peel and a decent tonic.

Ask for it at a venue near you.

CONTENTS DAYLESFORD MACEDON LIFE CONTENTS SPRING 2018

Lerderderg State Park

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Welcome 5

Ten Quirky Things To Do 7 Time to Get Cosy Live Music Scene 9 Welcome 5 Pets’ Paradise 10 - 11 Picnic at Hanging Rock facts Retail Therapy

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Therapies GreatUnique ThingsWellness To Do This Summer

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TimeChildren for a Winter a Walk?

The Lost

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In Need of a Girls’Elixir Weekend?

Effervescent

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Fishing Wines with Soul

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Perfume 25 Great Cellar Doors Recipe for French Rose Sangria Classes and Workshops Meet Some Locals What’s On Classes & Workshops Retail - What We Love What’s on in Summer Things To Do Our Retail Picks Where To Stay Accommodation Fabulous Food & Wine What to Do Fabulous Food & Wine

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Rambling Adventures in the Lerderderg State Park

by Za l i Ga rret y Dappled light plays across a winding dirt track as birdsong provides a

“One of the most popular picnic areas is at Mackenzies Flat which

twittering accompaniment to the splash and play of the river. A sense

you’ll discover at the end of Lerderderg Gorge Road. It’s a beauty.“

of well-being settles on you, and all is good in the world.

This is the kind of experience you can expect when you come for a

want to take if you want a cool spot to take a dip - look out for

bushwalk through the Lerderderg State Park, a park that is 142 km2

Graham’s Dam along the way.

in expanse and includes a 300-metre-deep gorge formed by the Lerderderg river.

Take it from Charles Dickie, a Lerderderg State Park Ranger who’s been on the job for thirty-seven years. He’s a big advocate for folk getting out into the parks and enjoying the health benefits that come with it.

“Healthy parks make healthy people”, said Charles. We asked Charles for the inside word on the best places to explore in the Lerderderg State Park.

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The walking track that winds its way beside the river is the one you

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Byres BackTrack links O’Briens Crossing with the popular mining town of Blackwood. I love this walk as most of the track follows the old water race which supplied water to the early gold miners.”

Charles advises, “When you visit, be sure to pack a map, water and a good GPS. Don’t rely on your mobile phone alone and make sure you tell someone where you’re going and when you expect to be back.”

Get that picnic packed, jump in the car and head to the Lerderderg State Park for a date with nature. www.parks.vic.gov.au Lerderderg State Park

Summer!

Just the name evokes thoughts of long, balmy days, playful breezes and long, cool drinks.

Summer up here is like a cocktail in a long glass - beautiful to look at, refreshing and totally relaxing. This edition of our Summer Magazine will help you plan your getaway-in-style in Melbourne’s most beautiful backyard.

Pet owners will rejoice as we give you the inside word on where to go for a pet-friendly getaway.

No more guilt about leaving the fur-baby at home. No bones about it, (sorry), studies tell us that pets need a holiday too, so bring your extended family for a mini-escape you’ll all enjoy.

Our friend and collaborator, Richard Cornish has penned a hauntingly beautiful story about Daylesford’s ‘lost children’. 150 years on, this remains one of Australia’s saddest stories, and yet it is one that united the people of Daylesford; and still does to this day.

And ladies, if you’ve been yearning for a girls’ weekend, check out our ‘Girlfriend Getaway’ piece.

There is no better place for a fun weekend away than the Daylesford and Macedon region. We’ll give you the inside tips to the best weekend ever. See you in summer. #daylesfordmacedonlife daylesfordmacedonlife.com.au

Dig a bit deeper at our upcoming Learn with Diggers program at 18th Indoor Plants with Jason Chongue 24th Zero Waste Living Erin Rhoads 1st

Uncover garden treasures at the Diggers Garden Shop and nursery, and dine on our fresh organic produce.

Preparing Your Garden for Summer Heat

Check the What’s On section of the Diggers website for updates.

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Sculpture Exhibition & Trail 10 November 2018 – 31 March 2019

Art in the Vines at Hanging Rock Winery is the first of its kind to be held in the Macedon Ranges.

Starting from our cellar door, wander through a trail of discovery across our expansive lawns, exploring the works of 25 leading local, national and international sculptors.

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These aren’t just any sculptors. We’re talking

With the iconic backdrop of our vineyard,

artists who have pieces exhibited at the likes of

Hanging Rock and Mount Macedon providing an

New York’s Met Museum, The National Gallery of

unparalleled setting for some incredible sculptures.

Australia, The National Gallery of Victoria and

Art in the Vines offers a magnificent winery

many other prominent spaces around Australia

experience, all while enjoying award-winning wine.

and the world.

If you time your visit right, you will be able to see first-hand how sculptures are created with an artist-in-residence creating their piece at

Entry to the exhibition and trail is free and we are open 7 days a week (except Christmas day) from 10am to 5pm.

the winery. A series of workshops with renowned

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sculptors and painters are also available during

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the exhibition.

Hanging Rock Winery - 88 Jim Rd Newham

Ten Quirky Things To Do

by Helen Greenwood

1. Ever taken a llama for a walk? Hanging Rock

5. Get gold fever. Take a Goldfields ramble to

8 & 9. Fancy yourself as a good shot? Visit

Llama Treks offer a walk to Hanging Rock with a

visit old mining shafts. You may even unearth a

Cleveland Winery in Lancefield for two unique

llama in tow.

nugget or two.

and quirky activities. They offer a 1-hour clay

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pigeon/archery course (using modified shotguns

2. Fight knights and fend off villains at Kryal

6. Hanging Rock Winery is hosting a word-class

that only shoot harmless infrared lasers) or a

Castle.

sculpture exhibition. Just don’t try and take

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selfies with the sculptures after too much of the

3. Stalk a wombat. Wombat Discovery Tours

good stuff.

1-hour Segway Winery Tour. Our advice is not to do the archery on the segway. clevelandwinery.com.au

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10. Up, up and away – take a magical one hour

kangaroos, wallabies, possums and owls.

7. Visit the Daylesford Sunday Market, then hop

balloon ride over the stunning Daylesford region

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on the Daylesford Spa Country Railway train and

4. Into mud and mayhem? If you’re looking for

indulge in the Rail, Wine and Dine package at

hold ‘Night Wildlife tours’ looking for wombats,

some ‘real adventure’, why not go quad bike riding? Check out the tours at vicquadtours.com

Passing Clouds Winery. passingclouds.com.au

It’s an experience that you will never forget. picturethisballooning.com.au

Herbs for pleasure, herbs for fun, herbs for hea ling, herbs in the sun !

17 + 18 NOVEMBER 2018 Wineries open 10am to 5pm both days plus special events.

An Adventure with HERBS Ahh! Glorious summer!

Picnics, barbeques, fresh air and sunshine.

Lay back and relax soaking it all in, move around! Whatever you desire, whatever your whim, just simply let your summer begin!

Sweet or sassy, gentle or strong, the botanicals and herbs in our popular range of gin (Sweet Jennifer, Lady Susanne and Navy Strength) add class, elegance and a bit of fun to any summer occasion or festivity.

Whether on their own or mixed with your favourites, each gin is distinct, unique, very smooth and offers delightful flavours.

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For that little bit of difference discover the

Visit Terra Australis Distillery and Herbal

special flavours of herbs with attitude!

Lore Liqueurs for tastings and sales in the

Whether soft or strong, sweet or bold, our

beautifully renovated old Butter Factory

herbal liqueurs (no added sugar!) offer the

of Daylesford. Experience the difference,

perfect accompaniment to any summer

experience the fun, when you taste our

moment.

herbs one by one.

Calming or uplifting, exotic or earthy, these

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specialised blends offer elegance and beauty,

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gentleness and strength and delightful

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flavour with a whole lot of fun.

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The Palais in Hepburn will

LIVE MUSIC SCENE

be reopening on November the 15th. It will showcase local

by Zali Gar rety

artists, musicians and performers. After a stunning restoration to return it to its

Our sultry twilights are the perfect environment for enjoying some live music and a few local ales. Every village boasts at least one live music venue to enjoy the sonorous and melodic. The locals tend to keep these a well-kept secret, but when primed liber-

original art deco splendour, it is set to become one of the premier music venues

ally with a few of those aforementioned ales, here’s what we managed to get out of them:

in regional Victoria. Check out @palais_hepburn

Amelia from Daylesford - “I love the Spa Bar here

Here’s a list of a few others… (the locals involved

Daylesford:

and the Daylesford Cider Company for an ale and

requested to remain anonymous for fear of being

The Spa Bar & Daylesford Cider Company

some great music. Down the road in Hepburn, I

chased out of town for letting the proverbial cat

head to the Old Hepburn Hotel or the Blue Bean

out of the potato sack).

Love Restaurant for a feed and some tunes and Bellinzona’s Cellar Door is a ripper.”

Damian from Woodend - “I go to Holgate’s on a Saturday night for my live music hit. Major Tom’s in

Radio Springs Hotel, Lyonville

Castlemaine:

Mount Macedon Hotel, Mt Macedon

The Bridge Hotel, The Criterion Hotel & The

The Farmers Arms, Creswick

Taproom

Evans Wine & Cheese Bar, Romsey

Bacchus Marsh:

Kyneton is also great for music and burgers. Those

Flanagan’s Border Inn & The Royal Hotel

who are more culturally inclined like the Lowland

Trentham:

Farm at Mount Macedon for chamber music… it’s a

The Cosmopolitan Hotel & The Pig & Whistle Hotel

different kind of jam though isn’t it?”

Other favourites:

Wine O’Clock Wine Bar, Gisborne Scrub Hill 1869, Newlyn Baringo, New Gisborne.

PETS’ PARADISE

by Zali Gar rety

This is for all my fellow four-legged, wagging-tailed buddies on the best places for dogs and their owners to eat, play and stay in the Daylesford Macedon region.

PLACES TO WALK AND SNIFF There are so many terrific scents to uncover while the humans wander and take in the sights. Here are my top five: 1. Domino Rail Trail between Trentham and Lyonville (Radio Springs Hotel) 2. Daylesford Sunday Market 3. Wesley Hill Market, Castlemaine 4. Black Hill Reserve on the outskirts of Kyneton 5. Creswick Market

VENUES TO SNEAK TREATS IN We all know that a core part of any good outing is the time when the humans need to eat. A skill all dogs learn at an early age is the art of hiding, ninja-like, under the table and moving in on any morsels of food that may have been dropped. Directing your owners to the best puppy-friendly establishments is important to ensure you get those tidbits. Here are a few for you:

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Glenlyon

The Glenlyon Store

Clunes

Bread & Circus Provedore – enclosed garden

Kyneton

AJ’s Eatery, Duck Duck Goose & Larder, Dr Abalone,

Monsieur Pierre, The Parklands Kyneton

Woodend

Milko Café, Fox and Chamber Café

Mount Macedon

Mt Macedon Trading Post

Romsey

Soltan Pepper, Evan’s Wine and Cheese Bar

Gisborne

Jed Café - outside seating

New Gisborne

Baringo Food & Wine Co.

Malmsbury

Moto Bean Coffee Roasters

Blackwood

Garden of St Erth – Fork to Fork Café

Daylesford

Pancho - dog-friendly courtyard, Wombat Hill Café,

Cliffy’s Emporium, The Boathouse Restaurant @ Lake

Daylesford - dog-friendly courtyard

Talbot

Talbot Provedore and Eatery

Hepburn Springs

Blue Bean Love Restaurant – dog-friendly courtyard

Castlemaine

The Dove Café

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BEER GARDENS FOR SNOOZING

PET-FRIENDLY ACCOMMODATION

For those owners who want to sample some of

At the end of the day, every pooch needs a

the best cooling ales and wines in the region,

comfy bed - one that is close enough to the fur-

it’s essential that a pup can find a shady spot

kin to get the occasional pat, scruff and snug-

to lie down in and have a snooze. A cool bowl

gle. Here’s a list of just some of the pet-friendly

of water is usually on offer as well. Be aware we

places to stay. Be sure to lull them to sleep with

are only allowed to laze in the beer gardens of

your puppy snores so that you can have more

So now you know where to direct the fur-folk

these establishments.

success in sneaking onto their bed later.

next time they head to this destination of

- The Cosmopolitan Hotel, Trentham

- Ballan Caravan Park

- Animus Distillery, Kyneton

- Jubilee Lake Holiday Park, Daylesford

- The Farmers Arms, Creswick

- Daylesford Country Retreats

- The Bridge Hotel, Castlemaine

- Peonies & Pomegranates B&B, Gisborne

- Old Hepburn Hotel, Hepburn Springs

- Yeramba Equestrian Farmstay, Blampied

- The Farmers Arms, Daylesford

- Hollow Log Estate, Musk Vale

- National Hotel, Clunes

- Matilda Cottage, Gisborne South

- Rowanston on the Track, Glenhope - Villa Nova B&B Retreat, Guildford - Clunes Caravan Park - Creswick Caravan Park - Beckworth Retreat, Clunes - Mews Cottages, New Gisborne

pooch pleasure. Go and hunt down a marrow bone or a sneaky bit of cheese. You deserve it.

- Tara B&B, Guildford

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NEW THINGS ARE AFOOT AT DAYLESFORD’S LAKE HOUSE

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New things are afoot at Daylesford’s Lake House. Never ones to rest on

luxurious sofas and armchairs perfect for relaxing in the afternoon with

their laurels, Alla Wolf-Tasker, her husband Allan and their daughter Larissa,

a little room service or glass of wine while watching the sunset over the

have recently put the finishing touches on a stunning new precinct at their

far side of the lake. Ensuites are modern with beautiful smokey grey Mark

house on the lake.

Douglas glass lights.

Glistening above the shores of Lake Daylesford, the new infinity pool with

The Lake House Team are also the recipients of a number of new awards

spotted gum relaxation terraces is the perfect place to take in summer

including Regional Hotel of the Year (Gourmet Traveller Hotel Awards), Best

in the countryside. With uninterrupted views to the lake shores and pool

Australian Property in a Food & Wine Region (Luxury Travel Gold List), Two

service available throughout the day, it will undoubtedly become one of the

Chef Hats (Good Food Guide) and the Hall of Fame for Australia’s Best

most popular spots on the property.

Wine List (Wine List of the Year Awards). Not bad for their 34th year of

The pool is nestled just below the recently refurbished Waterfront Studios which are indulgently appointed with plush interiors – large comfortable king beds, custom made studded bedheads with local woollen throws, wide

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Searching for that special something, for that special someone?

Stroll down the historic bluestone-paved Piper Street of Kyneton and fill

The high streets of Daylesford and Hepburn are overflowing with

a basket with locally poured candles, hand-sewn leather goods, sigh-

country styled homewares, handmade chocolate and locally designed

worthy Belgian linen and gourmet goodies made with regional produce.

clothing.

Explore laneways, casements and courtyards in Castlemaine, Clunes or

Finally, everyone needs a good book. Browse the spines of rare

Creswick to uncover antiques that whisper tales of gold.

editions, coffee table art and popular reads at one of the bookstores in

For those who care as much about the ethos of the local business that

Woodend, Kyneton or Trentham.

made the gift as much as the gift itself, then head to the shopfronts in

All this and more awaits you in the villages throughout this area. Don’t

Lancefield, Talbot and Romsey.

forget a little something for yourself.

If rare plants make your heart bloom then look no further than Blackwood, Macedon, Woodend and Trentham for your blossoming treasures.

BEE FRIENDLY GARDENS

Eggs

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The Diggers Club’s Top Tips for Attracting Bees to your garden

It is believed that if bees disappeared off the face

beautiful bee-attracting plants including Sedum,

One of your greatest tools is planting out a diverse

of the earth, humans would have just four years to

Coneflowers, Clover, Lavender, Salvia, Borage and

ecosystem which attract predators who will keep

live.

Sage. If you grow veggies, always leave a few to

unwanted intruders at bay. A mix of chemical-free,

bolt. Seeding plants are a bee’s best friend.

open pollinated plants are literally a lifesaver for

The role of bees as primary pollinators is absolutely vital to the global food supply, to the lifecycle of plants more generally, and to the health of your own backyard.

Provide Habitat and Water Bees need a source of shallow water and some protective habitat, whether it’s branches, dead

bees. The Garden of St Erth in Blackwood and the Diggers Club’s Heronswood Garden in Dromana, are both unique examples of public gardens which are completely certified organic. They offer

If you want to relax in your own beautiful and

trees, burrows or an insect house. Honeybees

productive garden, you’re going to want to get

live in colonies and hives, but many native bee

these buzzing pollinators to work for you. You can

species nest underground or use natural cavities to

create a haven for bees in your backyard with little

make their nests. Leave some patches of partially

effort, by offering up the basic hierarchy of needs -

bare, undisturbed soil without mulch to help

food, shelter and water.

underground bee nesters.

Plant Bee-friendly Flowers

Reduce or Eliminate Pesticide Use

Bees are on the hunt for pollen and their favourite

Pesticides are commonly used, yet they are

via mail order. The Garden of St Erth in Blackwood

colours are blue, purple and yellow. Scatter a

poisonous for bees and insects. There are so many

also runs a regular workshop and masterclass

variety of wildflowers to ensure a good supply of

tried and tested organic and natural means of

program to skill up eager gardeners.

pollen through warmer months and plant some

pest and weed control for the backyard gardener.

See DIGGERS.COM.AU for more information.

brilliant examples of ways to plant out a diversity of productive and ornamental plants without the use of chemical sprays.

The Diggers Club offers a range of bee friendly flower seed collections, insect hotels, and chemical free gardening options at their Garden Shops at The Garden of St Erth, Heronswood & Cloudehill, or

Old world charm meets contemporary luxe Only 2 minutes from the township of Daylesford, Bellinzona Resort is located on the doorstep of the Wombat State Forest in the heart of the historic village of Hepburn Springs.

Bellinzona Resort is the perfect destination for a relaxing getaway with an onsite restaurant, cellar door, indoor heated pool & inhouse wellness facilities. Relaxation truly awaits…

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Great things to do this summer.

Looking for an excuse to get out of town and rejoice in your magnificent life?

Why not drop in on one of these great events? Or check out what’s on in summer on pages 30 & 31.

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LIVE. LOVE. LIFE. WEEKEND

HANGING ROCK KOALA COUNT & NIGHT WALK

16 - 18th November

7th December

Relax and rejuvenate your body and soul at Live.Love.Life, a three-day-

Koalas are enigmatic…simply because they can be so darn hard to see!

weekend showcasing the best of Daylesford and the Macedon Ranges.

So, learning about these world-famous little guys while spotting them

The Live.Love.Life weekend program combines yoga, meditation and

in their natural habitat is an unforgettable experience. Hear from a

personal development retreats and workshops with world-class comedy

koala expert, then join Council’s rangers for the annual koala count at

performances and exquisite regional food and wine.

Hanging Rock Reserve.

Escape and take some time for yourself. livelovelifedaylesford.com.au

Check out mrsc.vic.gov.au/See-Do/Events for details.

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TWILIGHT MARKETS 14th December This year for your Christmas food shopping, head out to Riddells Creek and Castlemaine and rub shoulders with the actual producers! On the evening of the 14th of December you can explore some of the best farmers’ markets and enjoy fresh produce, hot food and loads of entertainment. Just Google Castlemaine or Riddells Creek twilight market.

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meet, on Australia Day, with a cool drink in hand? Hanging Rock hosted its first official race meeting back in 1886 and it has become a bucket list activity for people here and abroad. Join us this year and tick it off your list.

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HOTEL FRANGOS D AY L E S F O R D

The Lost Children

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by Richard Cornish On a quiet country lane, on the crest of a hill overlooking Daylesford, is a small stone memorial enshrined with flowers and toys. It marks the final chapter of a 150 year old saga of three little boys lost. It started on Sunday June 30 in the cold and wet winter of 1867. Brothers William and Thomas Graham, aged just six and four, went looking for wild goats by the banks of Wombat Creek with neighbour Alfred Burman, aged five. Daylesford at the time was a mix of timber huts and grand edifices built on the back of the gold rush. The boys were seen that afternoon on the outskirts of town and were told by a storekeeper to follow the recently erected telegraph lines back into town. When the three failed to return home that evening their parents raised the alarm. A search began but as darkness fell, the rescue party returned to town without the boys.

The 30th had been a clear and sunny winter’s day, and the three boys had been warmly dressed.

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But that night one of the worst frosts since white settlement hit the Central Highlands covering the ground with a crisp harr. The following weeks saw the fledgling community come together as one, with lowly woodcutters and hard rock miners joining landed squattocracy and mounted police in the search.

Winter gave way to spring with no sign of the missing boys. Then one day a local timber cutter’s dog brought a small boot complete with foot into his camp. In a hollow tree, just 200 metres from the woodman’s hut, the two smaller boy’s bodies were found, huddled together as if protecting each other from the cold. William’s remains were found scattered nearby. It was assumed he had been outside, waiting for help. Thousands attended the service and burial of the boys and a memorial was built at the Daylesford Cemetery. William and Thomas’s father donated a sum of money to the local school and to this day a student at Daylesford Primary

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The tree in which they died survived for another 80 years until it blew down in a storm in 1950.

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The remaining stump was burned in a bushfire in 2009. A century and a half since Wilfred,

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Thomas and Alfred died cold and alone, the memorial is now a place where people still bring tributes and where others come to keep the memory of the boys alive.

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IN NEED OF A GIRLS’ WEEKEND?

By Zal i Ga r ret y

Flower Farmers

YOU’RE WRECKED. You’re doing 12-hour work days that intrude on your Netflix time.

When you get home, you still have to make dinner and put kids to bed.

Your brain is fried after work, and the endless discussions about what happened at school. You try and follow who said what to whom and then sit back and dispense wise counsel, or just referee. You think you have a partner, but you can’t remember what they look like, nor the last time you had a conversation which didn’t involve the logistics of ferrying children around.

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You went to the gym was 6kg’s ago. Chocolate and wine are your go to, but their calmative effects are wearing off.

You occasionally, irrationally roar at those you love like a she-wolf and regret it all five minutes later.

If this in any way sounds like you, then my luscious lovely ones, perhaps it’s time for a girls’ weekend away?

I decided to get the low-down from Tracey (name changed for fear of being recognised and accused of not inviting all of her girlfriends). She recently ventured to Piper St, Kyneton for a weekend mini-escape with some friends.

MORE THAN JUST A MASSAGE

WHAT PROMPTED THE WEEKEND GETAWAY? We have an annual girls’ weekend away, and we choose different locations each time. We have as much fun planning the weekend as the weekend itself.

WHERE DID YOU STAY?

Hanging Rock Winery is well worth a visit.

The wine is delicious, and they also have an amazing sculpture exhibition showcasing some of Australia’s best artists in the vineyard at the moment. In the afternoon we all crashed. We took some time to catch up on trashy magazines and the latest fashion magazines.

We arrived on Friday night to a large cottage in Kyneton that slept 12 of us. It was gorgeous. It’s important to find a place that is really conducive to relaxing.

On the first night, we stayed in, as most of us were travelling from Melbourne after work; all arriving throughout the evening. We drank local vino and ate cheese. Unfortunately, that night we all had nightmares from the blue cheese on the mammoth grazing platter that would have catered for an army.

WHERE DID YOU EAT OUT? We ate out on Saturday night at a local restaurant, booked well in advance to be sure they had room for a party of twelve. This was a wise decision, as a lot of restaurants were busy.

We also had a drink beforehand at Animus Distillery. After dinner, we kicked on at Major Tom’s. We had a lazy Sunday breakfast at the cottage with the regional produce we purchased on Saturday at the market. After a weekend

APART FROM TRIPPING OUT IN YOUR SLEEP

debrief over coffee (large mugs), we slowly and

ON BLUE CHEESE AND IMBIBING ONE OF LIFE’S

with slightly foggy heads, packed up and left

GREAT ELIXIRS, WHAT ELSE DID YOU DO?

mid-morning.

We had breakfast in Piper St. There were loads

ANY ADVICE FOR THE REST OF US YEARNING

of options for great coffee and food. We chose

FOR A WEEKEND OF RESPITE AND LAUGHS WITH

Duck Duck Goose & Larder. It was delightful.

OUR FEMALE FOLK?

Then we drove to Hanging Rock for a beautiful

I would recommend visiting Hanging Rock and

hike and to walk off breakfast (and the wine and cheese).

Come to Daylesford Healing Massage to escape the hustle and bustle of daily life and emerge relaxed, rejuvenated and at peace. Whether you’re indulging in one of our luxurious packages, enjoying a massage or healing session or simply browsing in our store, you’ll discover that our focus is always on inspiring and uplifting you.

all the surrounding wineries. Plan ahead with anything in a big group. Bring runners so that

We shopped the local precinct. I loved Piper

you can exercise and feel less guilty for eating

Street’s cobblestone lined footpaths. Everyone

and drinking so much. I also always take my own

enjoyed the range of unique homewares, art

pillow. I just sleep better. Allow for your itinerary

and clothing in the local businesses and having

to change as you may discover new things to

a chat with the people that ran them. There’s a

explore.

11 Howe Street Daylesford VIC

great clothing shop called Camilla on Piper and

03 5348 1099

the day we were there, there was a market out

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the front of the café next door. We found some real treasures.

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Sanatorium Lake - Mount Macedon

Fishing spots so beautiful, the fish are a bonus.

By Steve Wroe

In the mid-1800’s (around the time the European population in the Daylesford Macedon region began to boom). American essayist Henry David Thoreau said, “Many men go fishing all of their lives without knowing that it is not fish they are after.” And it’s true; fishing - for me at least is about removing myself from the noise of daily life, to sit in a beautiful spot and gaze at the water. Catching fish is a bonus.

Our stunning region has countless waterways on which you can remove yourself from the day-to-day hustle. These picturesque lakes, rivers and reservoirs are teeming with trout, redfin, blackfish, golden perch and other species.

Fishing is also a wonderful thing to do with kids. Great family fishing spots include Lake Daylesford and Jubilee Lake in Daylesford and Creswick’s pretty, history-laden Calambeen Park is also a perfect locale.

Reservoirs provide easy access, often with picnic spots, so they are ideal for families, as well as more adventurous fishers. Try Bullarto, Cosgrave, Dean and Hepburn. Then there’s Moorabool, Russells, Wattle Flat and Cairn Curran. Not to mention Pykes Creek, Lauriston, Malmsbury, Bostock and Tullaroop.

Personally, I love standing on a quiet river bank, rhythmically casting lures into deep pools. If you do too, try the Lerderderg River in the Lerderderg State Park, Campaspe River near Kyneton, Jim Crow Creek near Daylesford, or the Tullaroop Creek near Clunes.

If you’re not game to leave dinner to chance, Tuki Trout Farm guarantees a catch. Have your trout either expertly prepared for lunch, or cleaned and wrapped to take home.

Finally, please make sure you have your Victorian Recreational Fishing Licence with you and help us protect our fish stocks by observing all fisheries rules and regulations. Not everyone is like me and some want to come home with just a fish or two, so it’s vital we look after our fish stocks.

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Grass Fed & Free-Range On the mineral rich volcanic pastures of

amazing attributes and are so adaptable to

profile butchers and restaurants. We hope

Blampied, you will find one of the oldest

the changing climates. Extremely docile and

to increase our herd size and help others

rare breeds of cattle, the British White,

intelligent, small calves are huge milkers,

promote the breed”. Until recently Nat and

contently grazing the chemical free pastures

robust, and resilient to many diseases

Jono were the only breeders selling British

of Brooklands Free Range Farms. Their pure

making them perfect for our natural holistic

White beef direct to public in Australia, but

white coats with distinctive black ears,

approach to farming beef”. And it looks like

now several other producers have joined

nose and hooves stand starkly against

the rest of Australia is starting to notice the

them. If you too want to try this amazing

the backdrop of the ancient volcano Mt

breed. Brooklands Free Range Farms 100%

beef in the beautiful Brooklands region,

Kooroocheang.

Grass Fed British White Beef was awarded

attend one of the monthly Farmers’ Markets

as the State Winner for the 2018 Delicious

at Clunes, Daylesford, Trentham and Ballan.

THEIR BEAUTY IS NOT THE ONLY REASON regenerative farmers Natalie Hardy and Jonathan Hurst chose the breed. “We chose the British Whites for many reasons; looking for a rare breed for pure grassfed beef, and to preserve the breed for the future as they have

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Produce Awards, as well as being a regular on the menu at the two hatted restaurant Lake House in Daylesford. “It’s great to see the work we have put into the breed is

Keep updated by following: facebook.com/BrooklandsFreeRangeFarms @brooklandsfreerangefarms

being noticed, and inquiries are running so hot from other prospective farmers, high

Vale Hill Farm Smeaton - rare breed British White Beef Cattle

“A pink rose unfolds Into summer’s light tender breeze sending out fragranc e”

Haiku by Gladys P.

The Scent of Summer

By Za l i Gar ret y

To date, no master parfumier has been able to perfectly capture the summer fragrance of floral laden bowers, fields and gardens distinctive to the Daylesford Macedon area. However, a few boutique retailers have managed to stock rare perfumes that do come close.

Manteau Noir in Daylesford has a selection of elite French perfumes. Artisan perfumiers such as Trudon and P Frain and Cie barely grace the shelves before being snaffled up by those in the know or “nose.”

Josette’s Perfumery in the quaint town of Malmsbury has a range of florals in a host of formats for layering, which will ensure you’ll smell delectable for the whole day.

Lavandula in Shepherd’s Flat, just a short drive from Hepburn, plays host to a retail haven disguised as a stone cottage. Within its walls, you’ll find wooden shelves lined like a scent apothecary with essential oils, moisturisers and massage oils. Their lavender oil is made on site from the lavender grown on the farm and is a must-buy.

Harry and Me in Daylesford also stock a premier selection of perfumes from the fragrance houses of Carner, Nasomotto and Eight and Bob. These are just some of the bespoke, artisan retailers stocking perfumes that will whisper memories of your summer days spent in this land of blossom and bloom.

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French Rose Sangria Co u r tesy of Th e Gi sbor ne Co llective Summer hits and it’s cocktail season. Here’s a recipe from The Gisborne Collective that draws inspiration from our sunsets’ dusk skies brushed with pink and apricot.

INGREDIENTS: - 30ml Chambord black raspberry liqueur - 30ml French rose wine (We use Mirabeau La Comtessa from Cotes de Provence) - 5ml cold pressed lime juice - 90ml Cranberry juice - 30ml Soda water

METHOD: - Build all ingredients except soda in a large wine glass over 2/3 full of ice.

- Garnish with a lime wheel and diced strawberries - Top with soda water.

This really is a beautiful refreshing take on traditional Sangria.

Enjoy! gisbornecollective.com.au

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Joshua Cooper and Mac - Joshua Cooper Wines “Mac is our 11 month old Kelpie. Originally, we got him to keep me company whilst I was recovering from an accident, but as I got back to work as a winemaker, Mac just followed.”

“Now he spends his days with me, checking over vineyards around the Macedon Ranges, hanging out in the winery at Cobaw Ridge where I make my own environmentally sustainable wines (my parents own Cobaw Ridge Winery), chasing birds away from the vines or keeping me in line at wine tasting events around Victoria.”

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CLASSES & WORKSHOPS

The Old Auction House - Kyneton Classes and courses for all ages in a variety of mediums, offered by our studio artists and visiting tutors. From Glass Arts to Acrylic Pouring, over a couple of hours or the whole weekend. Learn new skills or advance existing ones.

theoldauctionhouse.com.au/classes Early Settler Aromatherapy – Gisborne South A candle making workshop that will introduce you to a truly beautiful way to make candles. Made with a pure, creamy natural wax blend to make your candles a true delight, they provide a beautiful burn, a beautiful fragrance and are eco-friendly. A hands-on workshop that will allow you to enjoy the art of candle making.

Three unique Coffee experiences: ‘The God Shot’ (Nov 23rd), ‘Milk texturing’ (Dec 14th) and ‘Latte art’ (Jan 4th). Each session runs Friday 5-7pm, 6 places available @ $95pp / per person.

socialfoundry.org.au Dawn Robinson Artist - Macedon Learn new skills and techniques, explore, challenge and lose yourself in creative sculpture workshops and weekly classes for adults of all ages.

Also offering holiday and after school Little Monster Clay workshops for children five years and up.

candles.melbourne

dawnrobinsonartist.com/workshops

Farmgate Sundays at Acre of Roses - Trentham

Store by Sarah Connors - Daylesford

Escape to the country each Sunday this January and February at Acre of Roses. Take home bee-friendly flower pickings, enjoy local gourmet refreshments and learn about sustainable horticulture.

acreofroses.com.au Millett Road Maker Sourdough – Gisborne South

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Coffee Training under Josh Rogers of the Social Foundry – Kyneton

Indulge your passion for creativity and learn to make your own leather tote in our studio. Students learn the techniques we use in the studio and leave with their own piece of fashion.

sarahconners.com.au/workshops Workshops@thegallery - Clunes

Visit our on-farm bakery, only 45 minutes from Melbourne, to learn the art of sourdough. In Simon’s hands-on workshops, you’ll learn everything you need to start baking real sourdough at home!

Drive, dine, stay and learn. The Red Door Gallery offers the perfect opportunity to embrace the local history, hospitality and charm of Clunes, while refining the inner artisan with a unique range of monthly workshops in the refurbished industrial art space.

millettroadmaker.com.au/workshops

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Lazuli Wellbeing & Holistic Therapies - Daylesford Nestled in the stunning surrounds of Hepburn Mineral Springs, Lazuli is a Health and Wellbeing studio offering a broad range of classes and workshops in Yoga, Sound Medicine, Nutrition, Meditation and Wellness Practices.

lazuliwellbeing.com.au/events Printmaking Workshops with Bridget Farmer - Guildford From drypoint etching to reduction lino printing, Bridget’s workshops take place in Guildford’s historic music hall and beginners to practicing artists are welcome. Travelling workshops are also available.

bridgetfarmerprintmaker.com/workshops Hanging Rock Winery - Newham Join renowned artist Helen Cottle for a plein air painting workshop, as part of Art in the Vines at Hanging Rock Winery. Sit amongst the vines, painting the picturesque and iconic surrounding views of the beautiful Macedon Ranges. And spend a day in the vineyard with renowned sculptor Brigit Heller, creating your own spherical light shade made from vines.

Learn the principles used for Brigit’s spectacular sculpture ‘Threads’ which is currently on exhibition.

hangingrock.com.au/art-in-the-vines Alice in Fabricland – Kyneton Alice in Fabricland is a bright, welcoming store, located in the gorgeous town of Kyneton, just an hour from Melbourne. We provide a personalised approach to classes, offering a range of specialised workshops for all things sewing!

aliceinfabricland.com/workshops

Selena Smith Art – Daylesford Tucked away is a studio full of affordable artisan products made by locals and offering classes from crochet to “artistically challenged” workshops for those “who can’t draw” - it’s a little ‘down the rabbit hole’ experience for all.

selenasmithart.com 17 Pounds – Bullarto South A healthy approach to fitness, lifestyle & organic produce - a “paddock to plate” experience on our 16 acre “edge of the Wombat State Forest” property. Varied training sessions finishing with a forest walk. Breakfast and light lunch included.

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NOW TAKING CHRISTMAS ORDERS All your Festive Season favorites, including free range hams, pork, turkeys and our own farmed beef and lamb from Green Hills Natural.

The Hemp Building Company - Kyneton The Hemp Building Company works with architects, tradespeople and owner-builders to create beautifully crafted, energy efficient and healthy spaces. Let us train you to build your own hempcrete home at our next 1 or 2 day Hempcrete Building Workshop.

thehempbuildingcompany.com.au/ upcomingevents Lake House – Daylesford Learn to create and weave your own vine wreath just in time for Christmas or to give as a fabulous and unique gift.

shop.lakehouse.com.au/collections/ special-events Mountain Distilling Company - Mount Macedon Escape the city for an afternoon of foraging and Gin tasting with the founders of Mountain Distilling Company. Walk away with a Mountain t-shirt and a bottle of our signature Gin made using local botanicals.

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WHAT’S ON IN THE REGION IN SUMMER For more information on any event, go to visitvictoria.com/dmr

December

8

Kyneton Community Market

16

Talbot Farmers’ Market

8

Ballan Farmers’ Market

16

Woodend Village Market

8

Wesley Hill Market (Castlemaine)

16

An Afternoon on the Green at

Art in the Vines – Hanging Rock Winery

8

Trentham Community Group Market

Keebles (Clunes)

Now – Apr 28 2019

9

Daylesford Railway Market

22

Wesley Hill Market (Castlemaine)

Sand Art Gallery – Dromkeen (Riddells Creek)

9

Daylesford Sunday Farmers’ Market

23

Daylesford Railway Market

1

Kyneton Dinner Dance

9

Clunes Farmers’ Market

23

Daylesford Sunday Farmers’ Market

1

Preparing your Garden for Summer Heat

14

Riddells Creek Twilight Market

23

Trentham Station Sunday Market

(The Garden of St Erth)

14

Castlemaine Farmers’ Twilight Market

29

Wesley Hill Market (Castlemaine)

1

Daylesford Highland Gathering

14

Castlemaine Artists’ Twilight Market

30

Daylesford Railway Market

1

Daylesford Farmers’ Market

14

Gisborne Christmas Festival

30

Daylesford Sunday Farmers’ Market

1

Woodend Farmers’ Market

15

Gold Rush Trail Run

1

Wesley Hill Market (Castlemaine)

15

Trentham Farmers’ Market

2

Daylesford Railway Market

15

Glenlyon Village Market

2

Daylesford Sunday Farmers’ Market

15

Leonards Hill Country Market

2

Castlemaine Farmers’ Market

15

Lancefield Farmers’ Market

2

Castlemaine Artists’ Market

15

Creswick Market

2

Gisborne Olde Time Market

15

Creswick Town Hall Market

2

Christmas Wreath Making

(The Garden of St Erth)

15

Wesley Hill Market (Castlemaine)

6

Christmas Party Race Day (Kyneton)

15

Stockmans Challenge, Kingston

7

Hanging Rock Koala Count

15

Kyneton Twilight Xmas Market

7

Hanging Rock Night Walk

7

Cleveland Winery Christmas Party

8

Kyneton Farmers’ Market

Now – Mar 31 2019

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15 - 16 Kingston Agricultural Show 16

Daylesford Railway Market

16

Daylesford Sunday Farmers’ Market

January Now – Mar 31 2019

Art in the Vines – Hanging Rock Winery Now – Apr 28 2019 Sand Art Gallery – Dromkeen (Riddells Creek) 1

Hanging Rock New Year’s Day Races

1

Glenlyon Sports Day

5

Daylesford Farmers’ Market

5

Woodend Farmers’ Market

5

Wesley Hill Market (Castlemaine)

6

Daylesford Railway Market

6

Daylesford Sunday Farmers’ Market

6

Gisborne Olde Time Market Sault Restaurant - Sailors Falls

12

Kingston Rodeo

2

Daylesford Farmers’ Market

12

Kyneton Farmers’ Market

2

Woodend Farmers’ Market

12

Kyneton Community Market

2

Wesley Hill Market (Castlemaine)

12

Ballan Farmers’ Market

3

Daylesford Railway Market

12

Wesley Hill Market (Castlemaine)

3

Daylesford Sunday Farmers’ Market

13

Clunes Farmers’ Market

3

Gisborne Olde Time Market

13

Lavender Harvest Festival at Lavandula

3

Castlemaine Farmers’ Market

13

Daylesford Railway Market

3

Castlemaine Artists’ Market

13

Daylesford Sunday Farmers’ Market

8

Hanging Rock Night Walk

13

Trentham Community Group Market

9

Kyneton Farmers’ Market

18

Hanging Rock Night Walk

9

Kyneton Community Market

19

Trentham Farmers’ Market

9

Ballan Farmers’ Market

19

Creswick Market

9

Wesley Hill Market (Castlemaine)

19

Riddells Creek Farmers’ Market

10

Hanging Rock Classic Car Display

19

Glenlyon Village Market

10

Daylesford Railway Market

19

Leonards Hill Country Market

10

Daylesford Sunday Farmers’ Market

19

Wesley Hill Market (Castlemaine)

10

Clunes Farmers’ Market

19

Pinot & Petanque at Cleveland Winery

10

Trentham Community Group Market

20

Talbot Farmers’ Market

16

Hanging Rock

20

Woodend Village Market

Film Night ‘Picnic at Hanging Rock’

20

Daylesford Railway Market

16

Riddells Creek Farmers’ Market

20

Daylesford Sunday Farmers’ Market

16

Glenlyon Village Market

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Lancefield Farmers’ Market

16

Leonards Hill Country Market

26

Wesley Hill Market (Castlemaine)

16

Trentham Farmers’ Market

26

Hanging Rock – Australia Day Races

16

Creswick Market

26

Malmsbury Town Hall Australia Day Breakfast

16

Wesley Hill Market (Castlemaine)

27

Daylesford Railway Market

17

Daylesford Motorfest

27

Daylesford Sunday Farmers’ Market

17

Daylesford Railway Market

27

Trentham Station Sunday Market

17

Daylesford Sunday Farmers’ Market

27

Malmsbury Town Hall Flea Market

17

Talbot Farmers’ Market

Join our growing client list:

February

17

Woodend Village Market

23

Lancefield Farmers’ Market

Daylesford Macedon Tourism . ChillOut

23

Wesley Hill Market (Castlemaine)

Now – Mar 31 2019

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Daylesford Railway Market

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Daylesford Sunday Farmers’ Market

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Trentham Station Sunday Market

Art in the Vines – Hanging Rock Winery Now – Apr 28 2019 Sand Art Gallery – Dromkeen (Riddells Creek)

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Ellenis Summer Escape Perfect to combine with a picnic or a drive exploring the region, this ‘no expiry’ gift voucher provides two people with an Ellenis boutique massage and Waterlily lime caviar facial – It’s two ½ hours of ultimate spa bliss with results people can see! $495 per couple or $295 single. ellenis.com.au

Talbot Provedore & Eatery Beautifully hand-crafted ceramic keep-cup from Felix Ceramics available from the Talbot Provedore & Eatery.

Love the environment and your first cofee is complimentary. $40 talbotprovedore.com.au

Bridget Bodenham Bridget is a one of our region’s best kept secrets. She works full time as a potter making ceramic serving ware, tableware, utensils and jewellery as well as planter pots and flower vases. Her work can be bought online, instore and at design markets.

Gruner Veltliner is both boutique and unique. The fruit is widely planted in Austria, rare in Australia. Gruner Veltliner was carefully selected for its suitability and renowned success in cool and elevated granite country. A lovely food wine, enjoy the gentle aromatics of stone fruit and citrus, textured palate and fresh spicy finish.

Just 240 dozen bottled! $25 granitehills.com.au

Follow Bridget on Instagram @bridgetbodenham

Portal 108 If bold and quirky is what you are looking for drop into Portal 108 for this Elm Luna 3/4 sleeve top and Elm Lucy leggings.

Prices from $89.95 portal108.com.au

Goldfields Bark With a decadent blend of Milk and Dark Belgian chocolate mixed with freshly made honeycomb, your taste buds have struck it rich. This treat really evokes the gold mining past of our wonderful region. chocmill.com.au

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ACCO M M ODAT ION

Acre of Roses

Amaroo Farm

Daylesford Country Retreats

5 Blue Mount Road, Trentham

460 Springhill Road, Spring Hill

Region Wide Accommodation

acreofroses.com.au | 0405 032 566

amaroofarm.com | 0418 189 189

daylesfordcountryretreats.com.au | 0407 810 576

Daylesford Spa Accommodation

Eagle Dream Lodge - Women’s Workshops

Hotel Frangos

38 Vincent Street North, Daylesford

134 Kidman Road, Yandoit

82 Vincent Street, Daylesford

0499 111 884

eagledreamlodge.com | 0422 358 192

hotelfrangos.com.au | 5348 2363

Illoura @ Hepburn

Lake House

Oak Hill Woodend

10 Mineral Springs Crescent, Hepburn Springs

King Street, Daylesford

29 Waterworks Road, Woodend

dayget.com.au/illoura | 5348 4422

lakehouse.com.au | 5348 3329

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The Bar @ Hotel Frangos

The Cravat Club

Daylesford Ballooning

82 Vincent Street, Daylesford

42 Anslow Street, Woodend

Daylesford

hotelfrangos.com.au | 5348 2363

woodendwinestore.com.au | 5427 2228

daylesfordballooning.com.au | 9429 0277

Daylesford Motorfest

The Farmer’s Wife

Kryal Castle

17th Feb 2019, Victoria Park, Daylesford

49 Albert Street, Creswick

121 Forbes Road, Leigh Creek (Ballarat)

daylesfordmotorfest.com

thefarmerswifestore.com.au | 5345 1180

kryalcastle.com.au | 5334 8500

Maze House

Mount Towrong Vineyard

The Palais

3155 Midland Highway, Newlyn North

4 Taylors Road, Mount Macedon

111 Main Road, Hepburn Springs

mazehouse.com.au | 0437 842 018

mounttowrong.com.au | 0488 155 088

palais-hepburn.com | 0498 120 230

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FABU LO U S FO OD & W IN E

Animus Distillery

Boathouse Restaurant @ Lake Daylesford

Das Kaffeehaus

1/89a Piper Street, Kyneton

2 Leggatt Street, Daylesford

The Mill, 9 Walker Street, Castlemaine

animusdistillery.com | 5403 2431

boathousedaylesford.com.au | 5348 2199

coffeebasics.com | 5470 6270

Daylesford Cider

Istra Smallgoods

Koukla Daylesford

155 Dairyflat Road, Musk

36 Wheelers Hill Rd, Musk

82 Vincent Street, Daylesford

daylesfordcider.com.au | 5348 2275

istrasmallgoods.com.au | 5348 3382

koukladaylesford.com.au | 5348 2363

Radio Springs Hotel

Sault

Wombat Hill House CafĂŠ

1 High Street, Lyonville

2349 Ballan Daylesford Road, Daylesford

Entry Cnr Central Springs Rd & Stanhope St, Daylesford

radiospringshotel.com.au | 5348 5562

sault.com.au | 5348 6555

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And if you’re not ready to leave, simply walk across the road to one of our beautifully appointed suites or the charming heritage house at the Farmers Arms Art Motel.

Eat. Drink. Sleep. Be Local.

1 EAST ST DAYLESFORD • 03 5348 2091 • OPEN 7 DAYS LUNCH & DINNER • THEFARMERSARMS.COM.AU

Gather together family and friends at a long rustic table in one of the region’s oldest pubs.

Feast on a wide range of seasonal dishes and sample one of the region’s largest wine, spirit and beer lists including 18 wines by the glass and 14 beers & cider on tap. On a beautiful Summer day, head out to a pooch-friendly leafy private courtyard and sip on cocktails or a cold ale whilst letting yourself completely relax.