Capes Guide Winter 2017 by Guide to Australia's South West Capes

Tourism guide for the Margaret River region & Nannup

Winter | Spring 2017

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Margaret River Region

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Front cover: Winter | Spring 2017 (Edition 96) Left photo: The Margaret River region is an enchanting winter wonderland, with swollen rivers flowing to the sea. Photo: www. randomlightsphotography.com Top Right: View the towering karri trees and breathe the fresh air with a drive or walk through Boranup Forest, south of Margaret River. Photo: Margaret River Find the Fun Middle Right: Join in NAIDOC week festivities and learn more about local Aboriginal culture. Photo: Undalup Association Inc. Bottom Right: The Splendid Fairywren, or Blue Wren as it is also known, can be seen hopping around in the Margaret River region. Photo: Margaret River Find the Fun. Acknowledgements: We would like to acknowledge the traditional owners of this land we live and work on and pay our respect to the Elders past, present and future. Photography: Thank you to the following who have kindly permitted use of images in this publication: Arts Margaret River, Boranup Gallery, Colonial Brewing Co., Elements Margaret River, Flametree Wines, Leeuwin Estate Vineyard, Margaret River Busselton Tourism Association, Margaret River Find the Fun, Nannup Garden Village Inc., Naturaliste Charters, Random Lights Photography, Riverview Tourist Park, Undalup Association Inc.

elcome to the Guide to Australia’s South West Capes. This Guide is a comprehensive source of information on all there is to do, see and experience in the beautiful Margaret River Region as well as the picturesque Shire of Nannup. It contains a lot of handy maps, information, facts and guides that we hope you will find useful for planning your holiday itinerary in the comfort of a local café or hotel room or while travelling around the region. You might even want to take it home and pass on to your friends and family, or view the e-book version from www.capesguide.com.au. We would love to get your feedback on the Guide so we can continually improve it year after year. Please email us at feedback@capesguide.com.au.

GUIDE INDEX Welcome to the Margaret River Region..................................................3-5 Special events................................................................................................ 6-8 Something new.................................................................................................9 Scenic drives.............................................................................................. 10-11 Attractions & Things to Do.................................................................... 12-15 Caves.................................................................................................................16 Lighthouses......................................................................................................17 Weddings & celebrations..............................................................................17 Galleries...................................................................................................... 18-19 Accommodation........................................................................................20-21 Dining...........................................................................................................22-23 Food trails..................................................................................................24-26 Breweries & distilleries..................................................................................27 Wineries......................................................................................................28-29 Fishing & camping..........................................................................................30 Nannup..............................................................................................................31

Disclaimer: This Guide is produced by Caroline Beamond and Kylie

Byfield of Guide to Australia’s South West Capes. While all care has been taken to ensure the accuracy of this guide at time of printing, the publishers accept no responsibility for inaccuracy or mis-description whether by inclusion or omission, nor for any change or withdrawal of prices, details or services shown which are subject to alteration without notice. Map information is not comprehensive and is for illustration purposes only. Visitor Guide Design: Planet Graphics, Busselton T: (08) 9752 1212 • www.planetgraphics.com.au Copyright: ©2017 – All rights reserved. No material published in the magazine may be reproduced in whole or part without prior written authority.

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SURF'S UP

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MARGARET RIVER REGION ... a destination for all seasons

o matter what time of year you visit the Margaret River Region, you

will have a great time. There is so much to see, do and experience … your biggest challenge will be fitting it all in! Swim at pristine beaches, ride the surf, explore an ancient cave, stroll through a tranquil forest, sample world-class wines and beers, savour fine food, marvel at the creative spirit in art galleries, soak up the sounds of live music and browse through lively markets and quirky shops. And that’s just the beginning … The region stretches between Cape Naturaliste and Cape Leeuwin and incorporates the townships of Busselton, Dunsborough, Yallingup, Cowaramup, Margaret River and Augusta. The Wardandi Noongar people are the traditional owners of the land. They are forest and saltwater people and are strongly connected to the land and sea. At the north of the Capes region, Busselton is nestled on the sandy shores of Geographe Bay and is the business hub. Visit the Busselton Jetty and its amazing Underwater Observatory or indulge in fishing or water sports in the bay. Further west is Dunsborough, with its sheltered beaches and picnic areas perfect for family outings, fishing, kayaking and other water sports. Visit the Cape Naturaliste Lighthouse and see the humpback whales in Geographe Bay from September to early December. Or head to Yallingup for some pounding surf, lovely coastal walks and stunning sunsets. Heading south, discover Cowaramup - a bustling little centre known affectionately by the locals as “Cowtown”. Have your photo taken with the life-size fibreglass cows in the streets, pause for a coffee and then wander through some of the town’s interesting shops. And if you thought the town was so-named because of the cows and dairy industry, think again (see “What’s Up?” p4). Then it’s on to Margaret River, best known for its wine and surf. And there is so much more to this town which has interesting shops, galleries and boutiques to browse, and restaurants, bars and cafés that provide some of the region’s best live music and nightlife. There’s lots to see and do: stroll through ROCKY COASTLINE AT GRACETOWN www.randomlightsphotography.com forest along the banks of the Margaret River, cycle tracks, try stand-up paddling, enjoy a gourmet dinner, or catch a show at Arts Margaret River. At the southern end of the Cape is Augusta, home to the historic Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse. EMERGENCY CONTACTS It’s a top spot for river or ocean fishing, kiteboarding, kayaking, snorkelling and swimming. And it’s Dial 000 for Police, Ambulance, Fire and the best place for whale watching from June-August. Emergency Services SPECIAL EVENTS The region hosts a range of special events throughout the year (see Calendar of Events p8). Augusta Hospital There are also colourful weekend markets (see p6). Donovan Street, Augusta WA 6290 T: (08) 9758 3222 Busselton Hospital Mill Road, Busselton WA 6280 T: (08) 9753 6000 Margaret River Hospital Farrelly Street, Margaret River WA 6285 T: (08) 9757 0400 Nannup Hospital Carey Street, Nannup WA 6275 T: (08) 9756 3800 Bunbury Hospital

WHALES - GIANTS OF THE DEEP

Naturaliste Charters

Cnr Bussell Highway & Robertson Drive Bunbury WA 6230 T: (08) 9722 1000 capesguide.com.au • 3

MARGARET RIVER REGION WHERE TWO OCEANS MEET - LEEUWIN LIGHTHOUSE, AUGUSTA

VISITOR CENTRES If you would like to find out more about the region, call into one of the region's visitor centres where the professional and well trained staff will be able to assist. A FREE accommodation and tour booking service is available from Visitor Centres.

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ART, MUSIC AND CULTURE

Busselton Visitor Centre 17 Foreshore Parade Busselton WA 6280 Open 9am - 5pm daily Closed Christmas Day

Dunsborough Visitor Centre Shop 1 Dunn Bay Centre, 31 Dunn Bay Road Dunsborough WA 6281 Open Mon - Fri: 9am - 5pm Sat, Sun & Public Holidays: 9.30am - 4.30pm Closed Christmas Day

Margaret River Visitor Centre 100 Bussell Highway (corner Tunbridge Street) Margaret River WA 6285 Open 9am – 5pm daily. Closed Christmas Day

Augusta Visitor Centre Corner Ellis Street & Blackwood Avenue Augusta WA 6290 Open Mon - Fri: 9am - 5pm Sat, Sun & Public Holidays: 9.30am - 4.30pm Closed Christmas Day

Contacts: T: (08) 9780 5911 E: welcome@margaretriver.com W: www.margaretriver.com

An incredible range of quality art is produced by the region’s artisans. You can marvel at their work at galleries throughout the region (see Gallery Guide p18-19 or visit www.margaretriverartisans.com.au). Special concerts featuring high-profile artists are staged at various wineries throughout the year and there is a thriving live music scene at pubs, breweries and restaurants every weekend. For live theatre and performances, visit: www.artsmargaretriver.com.

WINE, BEER AND FOOD

If you’re a lover of fine wine, cold beer and exceptional food, you may need to extend your stay in this region! There is so much to savour, taste and sample. See Dining Guide (p22-23), Food Trails (p24-26), Cellar Door Guide (p28-29), and Brewery & Distillery Guide (p27).

IN, ON AND AROUND WATER

Many visitors come to this region for its beaches and coastline and chances are you will do something in, on or around water during your stay here. Try swimming, snorkelling, fishing (see Fishing Guide p30), surfing, bodyboarding, standup paddling, kitesurfing, kayaking, boating, diving, sailing or whale watching. Divers will especially enjoy the spectacular coral beneath the Busselton Jetty or the world renowned Swan Dive Wreck at Dunsborough. And don’t forget the rivers. You can kayak, swim and fish in the Margaret and Blackwood Rivers.

BUS SERVICES

Daily bus/coach services run between Perth and the Margaret River region. South West Coach Lines

T: (08) 9261 7600 or (08) 9753 7700 Departs Perth daily from the airports and the Bus Port in Perth City.

Trans WA

T: 1300 662 205 Also operates a daily bus service from East Perth.

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NATURE LOVERS

There are lots of places to enjoy a peaceful stroll or cycle through the bush and forests in this region, or along the coast. Hike a section of the Cape to Cape Track (or challenge yourself and do the whole 140km from Dunsborough to Augusta), walk the Meelup Reserve Trail near Dunsborough, stroll through Boranup Forest just north of Hamelin Bay, wander or pedal along the Rails to Trails (Cowaramup to south of Margaret River) or explore the Busselton to Dunsborough bike/walk path. Or you might want to sleep under the stars (see Camping Guide p30).

WHAT’S “UP”?

Many visitors are curious to know why so many towns in this region end in “up”. The origin of these names can be traced back to the traditional owners of the land, the Noongar people. The “up” means “place of”. SO: • Yallingup means “place of love” • Cowaramup means “place of the cowara” (an Aboriginal word for the purple-crowned lorikeet) • Quindalup means “place of quendas” (also known as Southern Brown Bandicoots) • Nannup means “stopping place”.

PUBLIC TOILETS Public toilets are available throughout the region at all Visitor Centres, most tourist attractions (e.g. caves, lighthouses), most popular beach carparks, parks and picnic sites, campgrounds, recreation centres and petrol stations. For a full list and map: www.toiletmap.gov.au.

MARGARET RIVER REGION WINTER WATER

WEATHER

TIME ZONES

The Margaret River region enjoys a mild Mediterreanean climate so it’s a great place to visit any time of the year. In Summer (December-February), average maximum temperatures are 25-30 degrees Celsius. Days are generally warm and sunny and there is little rain (just right for heading to the beach or for a bushwalk). Nights can be cool, so take a light jacket if you’re heading out in the evenings. In Autumn (March-May), the days get a bit cooler and are often sunny, warm and calm with little wind. Nights can be cool to cold. Winter (June-August) is the rainy season, yet there are often still plenty of glorious sunny days, with temperatures around 16-18 degrees Celsius. Mornings and evenings are cooler, with temperatures falling to around 8 degrees Celsius. It’s a great time to see migrating whales in Augusta and enjoy a log fire and a glass of red wine. In Spring (September-November), temperatures are mild and days start to get longer and warmer. This is the season for stunning displays of wildflowers and to see whales in Geographe Bay near Dunsborough.

Western Australia is in the time zone known as Australian Western Standard Time and is GMT + 8:00. Other States in Australia are 1.5 to 3 hours ahead of WA (depending on season). Here, you are in the same time zone as Bali, China, Singapore, Philippines, Malaysia, Mongolia, Hong Kong, Taiwan and Brunei Darussalam. DISTANCES

TIME

Perth to Busselton 2.5 hrs Busselton to Dunsborough 20 mins Busselton to Yallingup 30 mins Busselton to Margaret River 40 mins Busselton to Augusta 70 mins Busselton to Capel 20 mins Busselton to Nannup 50 mins Perth to Margaret River 3 hrs Margaret River to Busselton 40 mins Margaret River to 45 mins Dunsborough / Yallingup Margaret River to Augusta 30 mins Margaret River to Prevelly 15 mins Margaret River to Nannup 60 mins Augusta to Nannup 70 mins Note: Indicative estimates only

KM 230 25 30 50 90 25 70 270 50 50 40 10 70 100 www.randomlightsphotography.com

Meelup Beach courtesy Christian Fletcher Photo Images

Works everywhere you go – even when there is no mobile phone coverage!

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Event Snapshots Act-Belong-Commit Undalup Makuru NAIDOC Week Festival

6-8 July 2017 his festival is an annual cultural event significant to Aboriginal people of Australia. With the theme “Our Languages Matter”, this year’s festival aims to emphasise and celebrate the unique and essential role that Indigenous languages play in cultural identity. It will feature an art exhibition and workshops on bush foods and medicines, bush weaving, cultural dance, tool and rope making and Cultural Art activities. Some bush food catering will also be available. Concludes with a family fun day Sat July 8, 10am-2pm. www.undalup.com/next-event-undalupmakuru-naidoc.we

DejaMoo Fair

8 July, 2017, 9am-3pm t’s a real fun, family affair when Cowaramup stages its annual DejaMoo Fair and this year you’re invited to join in the Cowtown Hoedown. And, of course, you’ll have to wear a cow

“onesie” if you really want to get into the spirit of things. The Hoedown follows previous events like the Cowlympics, the Guinness World Record breaking Cow Muster and the Cowtown Cow Conga.Come along this year and go line dancing and bootscooting with the herd.There will also be food and market stalls and fun activities for the kids. It’s a great day out for the whole family in the school holidays. www.cowaramup.com.au

Cabin Fever

14-23 July 2017 ut a hold on hibernation this winter with a range of unique events throughout the Margaret River region (see p8). Get out of the house to enjoy as much quality wine, seam-splitting comfort food, fireside brews and general good times as your body can handle. Experience chocolate, cheese and coffee appreciation, secret speakeasies, wine dinners, degustation menus, wine-fuelled crafts, bonfires, brews, live music and more. www.cabinfeverfest.com.au

Busselton Foreshore Market Busselton Rotary Market Dunsborough Market

2nd & 4th Saturday of each month (8am - noon) Cnr Strelly St & Roe Terrace, Busselton 1st, 3rd & 5th Sunday of each month (7am - noon) Signal Park, Busselton 2nd & 4th Sunday of each month (7am - 12.30pm) Signal Park, Busselton 2nd & 4th Saturday of each month (7am - noon) Lions Park, Dunsborough

Margaret River Farmers' Market

Every Saturday (8am - noon) Margaret River Education Campus, Bussell Highway Margaret River Margaret River Lions Club Garage Sale Fortnightly Saturdays (8am - 12:30pm) Lions Shed, 12 Burton Road, Margaret River Margaret River Town Square Market

Most Sundays (9am - noon) 137 Bussell Highway, Margaret River

Nannup Village Market

Every 2nd Saturday (8am - noon) Nannup

The Shed Markets

Every Thursday & Friday (10am-6pm), Saturday & Sunday (9am-3pm), Eat Street open for lunch Thur-Sun & dinner till 8pm Fri (twilight markets on Fridays until 8pm from Nov onwards) 1st, 3rd & 5th Saturday of each month (7am - noon) Kaloorup Road, Vasse

Vasse Market

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17-20 August 2017, 9am-4pm daily annup will burst into a blaze of Spring colour when it hosts its annual Nannup Flower and Garden Festival. With the theme “Save the Planet One Bee at a Time”, the Festival aims to inspire visitors to enjoy gardens as living sanctuaries. There will be demonstrations on how to generate bio-fuel from plant waste and advice on how gardens can look beautiful and be productive at the same time. Learn why healthy soil means healthy food, and how to grow the most delicious nutrient-rich produce in your own backyard. Visit beautiful open garden displays and exhibitions and take part in garden talks, tours and workshops. There’s a jam-packed program for the weekend so take a slow drive to Nannup on a winter’s weekend and smell the flowers. www.nannupgardens.org.au

CinefestOZ Film Festival

SALTBUSH @ ARTS MARGARET RIVER

MARKET DAYS Busselton Community Garden Market

Nannup Flower & Garden Festival

23-27 August 2017 ovie buffs will delight in 10th CinefestOZ Film Festival which showcases an extraordinary line-up of new and exciting films over 5 days during August. Australia’s Greatest Film Prize of $100,000 rewards remarkable Australian filmmaking and attracts Australian filmmakers and actors of international repute. The festival premieres feature films and events in cinemas, wineries, boutique breweries, small bars and galleries around the region. With over 110 exciting screenings and film related event options spread across more than 70 venues, film lovers and stars converge to share the excitement and enjoy the highly anticipated film program. www.cinefestoz.com WA PUBLIC HOLIDAYS (Jul 2017-Jun 2018) Mon 25 Sep Queen's Birthday Mon 25 Dec Christmas Day Tue 26 Dec Boxing Day Mon 1 Jan New Year's Day Fri 26 Jan Australia Day Mon 5 Mar Labour Day Fri 30 Mar Good Friday Mon 2 Apr Easter Monday Wed 25 Apr ANZAC Day Mon 4 Jun Western Australia Day WA SCHOOL HOLIDAYS Sat 1 Jul-Sun 16 Jul 2017 Sat 23 Sep-Sun 8 Oct Fri 15 Dec-Tue 30 Jan Sat 14 Apr-Sun 29 Apr 2018 Sat 30 Jun-Sun 15 Jul

Maramoo Marathon & Fun Run

9 September 2017 he Maramoo is a marathon with a difference. The start/finish line is on a cricket pitch in the middle of nowhere! The race village is there too. After each leg, competitors run a lap of the cricket pitch and sample delicious local food and wine. At race end, it’s time to party and eat and drink some more. Individuals can run the whole marathon or a half marathon, or you can enter a relay team of three. www.maramoo.com.au

Nannup Art Exhibition

22 September-1 October 2017 treat is in store for art lovers in Spring when the Nannup Arts Council stages its 2017 Open Art Exhibition. The exhibition will feature works from regional artists, including children. Get along to the Garage Gallery, 1 Warren Road, Nannup. www.nannupartscouncil.com.au

Grapest 5km Run

7 October 2017 ho said you can’t drink wine and exercise? You can have your wine and drink it too

during the Grapest 5k Run at Xanadu Winery in Margaret River. The run is an outdoor evening adventure. Run 5 or 10km through the vineyards at dusk, then meander through wine-tasting stations for your cool-down. After that, you can sit back and enjoy more wine, food and live entertainment under the stars! www.grapest5krun.com.au

Cape to Cape MTB

19-22 October 2017 here will be action a’plenty when the Cape to Cape MTB is held in the Margaret River region in October. Against a backdrop of surf beaches, farms and forests, this four-day, 220km mountain bike race is a challenge for riders of all levels, either recreational or competitive. It is now Australasia’s biggest MTB multi-stage endurance race and organisers promote a “fun, friendly vibe” – so if you’re up for a challenge and a whole lot of adventure, this might be the event for you. Spectators can also watch the heart-thumping action from vantage points along the way. Check out the Event Village in Margaret River and enjoy live music, food, activities and presentations. www.capetocapemtb.com

Augusta Adventure Fest

4-5 November 2017 illed as the biggest adventure race in the world, this event attracts more than 3000 competitors who test themselves with ocean paddling, coastal running, swimming and mountain biking. Both the 57km adventure race on Sunday, and a 27km mini adventure race, start with a spectacular mass paddle on Hardy Inlet, with more than 600 competitors racing on their kayaks at the same time. There is also the Augusta Junior Survivor, a 4km super fun running and obstacle adventure challenge for kids aged up to 13 years. The Augusta Adventure Fest is the ultimate race experience for any outdoor enthusiast and those looking for their next adventure. www.augustaadventurefest.com.au

Gourmet Escape

16-19 November 2017 n what is truly an extraordinary festival of food and wine, Margaret River’s Gourmet Escape brings celebrity chefs and food connoisseurs from around the world to this South West foodbowl. Special events offer Australian and international visitors an amazing array of food, fine wine, great beer – and fun! www.gourmetescape.com.au

NANNUP ARTS COUNCIL INC. presents the

2017 Open Art Exhibition

ABORIGINAL CULTURE - RICH IN DANCE & MUSIC

Undalup Association Inc

Come and visit us during the Exhibition from

22 September - 1 October 2017 Registration for entries close Thursday 31 August, 2017 Enquiries email: jeannellewellyn@westnet.com.au

www.nannupartscouncil.com.au

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Calendar of Events July Common Ground – Uncommon Sense @ Art Geo (Jun30 - Jul30) Cinema – Arts Margaret River (every Fri, Sat & Sun) Textile exhibition - Nannup Arts Council (Jun 30-Jul 4) South West Mudfest - Bootleg Brewery (Jul 1) Olio Bello "Liquid Gold" Long Table Harvest Lunch (Jul 1) Jamie Daddo exhibition - Jahroc Galleries (Jul 1-22) Essence of Country: In Association With ActBelong-Commit Undalup Makuru NAIDOC Week Festival @ Art Geo (Jul 1-16) Act-Belong-Commit Undalup Makuru NAIDOC Festival - ArtGeo, Busselton (Jul 6-8) Deja Moo - an Udderly Legend-Dairy Country Fair, Cowaramup (Jul 8) Cabin Fever (Jul 14-23) • Bastille Day Lunch - Cape Mentelle (Jul 14) • Secret Speakeasy - Limeburners/Margaret River Distillery (Jul 14) • Fondue by the Fire - Howard Park Winery (Jul 15, 16, 22 & 23) • Astrid Dahl Artist in Action - Jahroc Galleries (Jul 14, 15 & 16) • Blend, Forage & Feast (Fire Edition) - Aravina Estate (Jul 14, 17 & 21) • Feta Cheese Masterclass - Yallingup Cheese Co. (Jul 15) • Five for Five Rare Wine and Food - Vasse Felix (Jul 15) • Wilyabrup Cooking Class & Long Table Lunch Cape Lodge (Jul 15) • Winter Art Banquet - Cape Lodge (Jul 15) • Organic Farm Open Day - Burnside Organic Farm (Jul 16) • Baby, It's Cold Outside - Adinfern Estate (Jul 16) • Viticulture 101 - Bettenay's Wines/Margaret River Nougat Company (Jul 16, 19 & 21) • Astrid Dahl Art Masterclass - Jahroc Galleries (Jul 17) • Paddock to Plate Organic Farm Walk Burnside Organic Farm (Jul 18, 19 & 20) • Perfect Pairing Battle - Happs Wines (Jul 19) • Cocoa Nuts with Cavalcade Desserts Riversmith (Jul 20) • Guy Grossi in Residence - Voyager Estate (Jul 19) • Backyard Brewing Tournament Awards Brewhouse Margaret River (Jul 21) • Wine & Chocolate Pairing Masterclass Margaret River Providore (Jul 21-23) • Truffle & Pinot Long Table Lunch - Howard Park Wines (Jul 22) • Four Elements Feast - Arimia (Jul 22) • Cheese Platter PhD - Yallingup Cheese Co (Jul 22) • Cullen Awards for Excellence - Cullen Wines (Jul 22)

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• Blazing Brews - The Beer Farm (Jul 22) • Carpark Collective - Settlers Tavern (Jul 23) Astrid Dahl "Abstraction" exhibition - Jahroc Galleries (Jul 14-31) Saltbush - Aboriginal cultural performance @ Arts Margaret River (Jul 25 & 26) August Hyperreal Tales – 12 Interweaving Stories Told In Film Through Dance, Images, Words & Music: A Bundanon Trust Touring Exhibition @ Art Geo (Aug4–Sep10) Wearable Art @ Art Geo (Aug16-30) Nannup Flower & Garden Festival (Aug 17-20) CinefestOZ Film Festival (Aug 23-27) Earth's Prehistoric Aquarium - family event @ Arts Margaret River (Aug 28 & 29) September Margaret River Region Chardonnay Tasting - Vasse Felix (Sep 1) Beginners Beekeeping Workshop - Fair Harvest (Sep 2) Blooming Wild Festival (Sep 3-Nov 20) Maramoo Marathon & Fun Run - Howling Wolves, Rivendell Estate (Sep 9) City of Busselton Art Award 2017 : Western Australian Contemporary Art @ Art Geo (Sep 22-Oct 29) Jordan Sprigg "Metallic" sculpture exhibition - Jahroc Galleries (Sep 23-Oct 14) Nannup Arts Exhibition (Sep 22-Oct 1) Busselton Wildflower Exhibition - Uniting Church (Sep 28-29) October Grapefest 5km Run - Xanadu Winery (Oct 7) South West Foodbowl Festival Long Table Lunch - Nannup (Oct 14) South West Oktoberfest - Busselton (Oct) Agricultural Shows - Busselton, Margaret River, Augusta (Oct) Dardanup Bull & Barrel Festival (Oct) Cape to Cape MTB - cycling event (Oct 19-22)

Augusta Spring Show (Oct 21-22) Tour de Gracetown - cycling event (Oct 28) South West Wellness Expo (Oct) Busselton Flower & Garden Show - St Mary's Family Centre (Oct) November Diary of a Wombat - children's puppetry show/ music @ Arts Margaret River (Nov 2 & 3) Ground Matters – Printmaking @ Art Geo (Nov 3–Dec 10) Augusta Adventure Fest (Nov 4-5) Tour of Margaret River - cycling event (Nov 8-12) The Arrival - puppetry show/art @ Arts Margaret River (Nov 10 & 11) David Bromley "LA Pop Girls" exhibition Jahroc Galleries (Nov 10-Dec 9) Hannay Lane Street Party - Dunsborough (Nov) Dunsborough Songfest (Nov 10-12) Margaret River Gourmet Escape (Nov 16-19) Kambarang Festival - Aboriginal gourmet experience (Nov) Tracey Anderson: Ceramics @ Art Geo (Nov15-29) Margaret RIver Wine 50th Anniversary celebrations (Nov 16-18) Motorfest - Sir Stewart Bovell Oval, Busselton (Nov) Sou'West Vintage Fest @ Clancy's, Dunsborough (Nov) Cowaramup Christmas Fair (Nov) South West Institute Of Technology Visual Art Students @ Art Geo (Nov 29-Dec 20) December Sunsmart Ironman WA 2017 - Busselton (Dec 3) Beta Blocker – Miik Green: An Art On The Move Touring Exhibition @ Art Geo (Dec 15-Jan 28) City of Perth's Symphony in the City - live simulcast @ Arts Margaret River (Dec 16) Lauren Wilhelm exhibition - Jahroc Galleries (Dec 27-Jan 10)

EARTH'S PREHISTORIC AQUARIUM @ ARTS MARGARET RIVER

SOMETHING NEW

f you’re a return visitor to the Margaret River region wondering what’s new to see, do, taste and experience, then wonder no more – this is your guide to something new: NEW OPTION FOR CAMPERS The Department of Parks and Wildlife has a new campground that is set to open in Spring (October). Located on Caves Road south of Margaret River (about 1.5km south of Boranup Gallery), the Jarrahdene campground has individual and group camping sites catering for all types of campers (tents, caravans, camper trailers, motorhomes). It has camp kitchens and toilets, and individual campsites have fireplaces and tables. Sites can be booked online: www.parkstay.dpaw.wa.gov.au T: (08) 9752 5555

2018 Events January: Festival of Busselton Undalup Birak Festival Movies at Cape Mentelle (outdoor cinema) WA Circus Festival, Karridale February: Chinese New Year (Feb 16) Leeuwin Concert, Margaret River Busselton Jetty Swim Cowaramup Sundowners (music event, Sundays, 5-7pm) South West Craft Beer Festival Movies at Cape Mentelle (outdoor cinema) March: Emergence Creative Festival Nannup Music Festival Quit Forest Rally, Nannup Augusta River Festival Movies at Cape Mentelle (outdoor cinema) April: Margaret River Region Open Studios (artisans festival) Margaret River Pro (surfing) XAdventure, Dunsborough May: SunSmart Half Ironman, Busselton June: Jazz by the Bay Margaret River Readers & Writers Festival More information: contact local Visitor Centres or visit www.margaretriver.com Note: Dates may vary from those published

SAVOUR A GOURMET PLATTER AT FLAMETREE WINES

TASTES OF VIETNAM If you’re looking for a dining option with a difference, try the Black Sheep Deli’s new authentic Vietnamese Pho Bar in Cowaramup. A popular street food in Vietnam, Pho is a noodle soup consisting of broth, rice noodles, herbs and meat (usually beef or chicken). At the Black Sheep, you can dine in or takeaway – just phone ahead to check when the Pho Bar is open during the winter months. T: (08) 9755 9407 Bussell Highway, Cowaramup SCULPTURE PARK If you’re driving south on Caves Road towards Augusta, take a small detour onto Grosse Road to check out the amazing creations made from wood, stone, steel and more at Margaret River Sculpture Park. Immerse yourself in the large-scale chainsaw sculptures nestled into the coastal landscape of the “giants garden”. Kids can go on a treasure hunt in the garden and find shipwrecked treasures. One kilometre from the Hamelin Bay turnoff, the park is open every day, 9am-5pm. T: 0429 787 602 19 Grosse Road, Hamelin Bay www.margaretriversculpturepark.com THE CLAYHOUSE There’s a new gallery on the main street in Margaret River that will appeal to art lovers. The Clayhouse showcases Australian ceramics, sculpture and painting and is the sculpture studio for well-known local artist Jo Broadhurst. It’s in a building on Bussell Highway that is a true clay house, built with bricks made from mud from the banks of the Margaret River. You’ll find it just up from the Margaret River Bakery. Open 10am-5pm every day (except some Tuesdays). T: (08) 9757 2730 91 Bussell Highway, Margaret River www.theclayhouse.net.au

CUSTOM DESIGNED TOURS Harvest Tours is now offering a customdesigned, three-day charter for small groups. The tour can visit places in the Margaret River region and extend further south to Manjimup and Walpole. You decide what you want to see and do, and a tour will be designed to suit. Cost will be advised at time of booking depending on selected locations. Or there is a set charter from Perth for groups of up to 10 people, and also a couples charter. T: 0429 728 687 www.harvesttours.com.au FOR THE CREATIVE & SOPHISTICATED The combination of artistic creativity and sophisticated home décor makes new business, Shabby Duck Studio, one of the most unique dining and retail places to visit in Busselton. If you love Shabby Chic or French Provincial style and a truly authentic Vintage atmosphere, pop in to browse beautiful gifts and home accessories sourced from Australia and Europe, local artisan jewellery and exclusive fine china. Stay a while to be spoilt with a traditional English Devonshire Tea in the 1899 Vintage Tea Room. T: 0456 632 165 17 Albert St, Busselton www.shabbyduckstudio.com.au GOURMET DELIGHTS! Flametree Wines gourmet platters are back on the menu with a new twist! Visitors can delight in ‘create your own’ platters from a selection of superb local produce sourced from the region. Located halfway between Busselton or Dunsborough (a 10 minute drive from the centre of these townships), you can enjoy a stunning Cellar Door venue set in a relaxed, rural landscape while you partake in award winning local wines. T: (08) 9756 8577 Cnr Chain Ave and Caves Rd, Dunsborough (opposite Ramada Resort) www.flametreewines.com capesguide.com.au • 9

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the region that meander through picturesque countryside. However, please be careful and travel at a suitable speed for road and weather conditions. To make your day out as enjoyable as possible, consider the following tips: • Make sure to only pull over or off the road at safe locations • Allow plenty of time to enjoy each attraction so you don’t feel rushed • Learn more about the featured venues in the scenic drive routes by referring to the relevant section in the Guide • Double check opening hours as they can vary throughout the year • Pre-book your table for lunch or dinner during peak holiday seasons and long weekends. Busselton Accom Options: Four Seasons Holiday Park, Mandalay Holiday Resort & Tourist Park Start your tour at the Busselton beachfront, and admire the views over magnificent Geographe Bay. Go for a brisk walk out on the Busselton Jetty to enjoy some fresh salt air or climb aboard the Jetty Train. Either way, you will be astounded by the spectacular marine life you can view from the giant undersea windows in the Underwater Observatory. On your return, walk or drive into town to visit the Art Geo Cultural Complex for a mix of art, heritage and culture. Take an audio tour of this old courthouse that is now a modern-day art gallery or wander around the town’s main shopping precinct and absorb the village ambience and specialty stores of Fig Tree Lane. When you are ready, drive south along Busselton Bypass and take a left turn onto Lakeview Boulevard at Vasse Estate. Less than 10 minutes from town centre, you will discover The Fat Chef Café. Both kid and dog friendly, you are assured of a warm welcome and tasty café style food in the charming vintage surrounds. Retrace back to the Bypass and continue south, turning right at the Vasse Roundabout. When you reach the Caves Road roundabout, turn left and you will find The Shed Markets (open Thu-Sun) a perfect spot for organic / wholefood produce and a boho vibe. Enjoy some tasty Eat Street tucker for lunch (Thu-Sun) or dinner (Fri til 8pm) or forage for a bargain. Continue on towards Dunsborough via Caves Road and mid-way, on your left at the corner of Chain Avenue, you will find Flametree Wines. Take some time to enjoy the stunning cellar door ambience, award winning wines and a platter of quality local produce. Return to town via Caves Road/Bussell Highway. Just before the cinema, and in one of Busselton’s oldest heritage buildings, you’ll find Shabby Duck Studio, where furniture is transformed from old to new, workshops are held and where Shabby Chic meets French Provincial Home Decor and Gifts.

Under sparkling chandeliers, this pretty shop combines sophisticated charm with a creative spirit and is well worth a visit. Stay a while to be spoilt with a traditional English Devonshire Tea in the 1899 Vintage Tea Room. Don’t miss the unique opportunity to see migrating whales during your stay (Jun-Dec). Why not book your tour early with Legend Charters and ensure you experience getting up close and personal with these remarkable creatures of the deep? Dunsborough-Yallingup Accom Options: Whalers Cove Villas Start in Dunsborough, then head west along Caves Road to Yallingup to kick start your metabolism with an inspiring walk along this world famous beach. Afterwards, retrace your journey and turn south at the old Yallingup Hall onto Caves Road. Down a way, turn right at Canal Rocks Road. Visit Smith’s Beach and see the interesting rock formations at Canal Rocks. Back at the Caves Road intersection, turn right and continue south on Caves Road until you reach Clairault | Streicker for wine tasting or a memorable lunch. Once replete, return north along Caves Road and turn right into Wildwood Road. Down a way is Yallingup Shearing Shed situated on one of the region’s original dairy farms. Wander around the old shearing shed and check out the stylish merino wool fashions or pick up a pair of snuggly Ugg boots. Turn left as you come out of the gate and enjoy a slow drive down the winding Wildwood Road. Turn right onto Abbey Farm Road and follow the signs to John Streater Fine Furniture. John’s bespoke furniture is showcased alongside other internationally recognised artists at his gallery. Return to Wildwood Road, and further along discover Anniebrook Wine & Flower Emporium’s profusion of silk flowers, unique gifts, wine tasting and ever-popular scones and cream at the Farm Café. Turn right onto Wildwood Road, and then left into Chain Avenue for a lovely drive through tall trees back to Caves Road. Turn left to Dunsborough and call into Squid Lips to order your dinner with a gourmet twist! If this day out has whet your appetite, you might like to relax and be hosted by Harvest Tours for another day of exploration at a range of other popular attractions in the northern part of the region. Metricup - Gracetown - Cowaramup Accom Options: Taunton Farm Holiday Park, Forest Rise Eco Retreat Start your tour at the little historic timber church on the corner of Metricup Road and Bussell Highway north of Cowaramup. Travel west along Metricup Road and stop off at Knotting Hill Estate where you walk across a 45m foot bridge to get to the limestone cellar door. Sample some wines and perhaps indulge in a selection from their tapas or platter menu while enjoying a spectacular view of the lake. You might also want to plan a return visit for their annual

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Marron Feast in June each year. Next stop is Woody Nook Wines a little further down the road. With a lovely forest backdrop and charming, rustic décor, the Nookery Café is an ideal place to pause for lunch or a coffee and snack. On a sunny day, you can sit outside - or cosy up indoors if it’s raining. Make sure you try their Nooky Delight Port and perhaps take a bottle home for the perfect nightcap at the end of your day. Enjoy the farmland vistas as you continue to the end of Metricup Road. Turn left at Caves Road and drive south, then turn right into Cowaramup Bay Road to the seaside village of Gracetown. There are some famous surf breaks here and the main beach area in the bay is a great spot for families with young children to picnic and swim. The Cape to Cape Track (a long-distance walk trail) passes through here and you can enjoy a leisurely stroll along part of it to enjoy some spectacular coastal views. Next, head back to Caves Road and go straight across on Cowaramup Bay Road. A little way down, turn left into Fifty One Road and follow the road and signs to Cape Grace Wines – one of the region’s great little wineries. In their rustic tin shed cellar door, taste red wines that are gently hand plunged and basket pressed. Then say g’day to the parrots outside … and you might be lucky enough to spot a Great Egret (featured on the Cape Grace wine label) that occasionally visits the dam. Return to Cowaramup Bay Road and turn left back to Bussell Highway. Gnarabup-Margaret River Accom options: Riverview Tourist Park Make your way to Gnarabup Beach just south of Prevelly Park and start your day with a stunning walk along the top of the dunes with spectacular views north to Surfer’s Point. Turn right out of the beach carpark and travel down to Resort Place to check out the funky new surf shop Fresh Tracks. Coming out of Resort Place, turn right onto Wallcliffe Road and then left into Mitchell Drive to follow the coast to Prevelly. At the t-junction, turn left to go to Surfer’s Point. Get out of the car here to admire the view, smell the salt air and see the surfers catching the waves. Then continue through the carpark down to the Margaret

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River mouth and pick up a cave and canoe tour with Bushtucker Tours. It’s a scenic adventure paddling up the Margaret River to spot some wildlife and explore caves, river and cliffs. From the rivermouth, return to Wallcliffe Road and turn left to head back into Margaret River town. Close to town, you will pass the Margaret River Cultural Centre on your right (next door to the shire office) where you can catch the latest movies, theatre productions, live performances and art exhibitions at Arts Margaret River. On Bussell Highway in the town’s main street is Jah Roc Galleries where you can discover an amazing collection of fine furniture and contemporary art. And just up the road from there (opposite Settler’s Tavern) is Walkabout Souvenirs where you can buy mementos, gifts and souvenirs for the people back home. Margaret River - Augusta From Margaret River, point the car south and take a right turn at the Boodjidup Road roundabout. Along this road, discover Eagles Heritage Raptor Wildlife Centre which offers a fascinating insight into the lives of these magnificent birds of prey. Arrive in time for one of the flying displays, daily at 11am and 1.30pm. Continue down Boodjidup Road and turn left into Caves Road at the intersection. A leisurely drive south will take you to Calgardup and Giants Caves. Travelling further south, stop off to admire the amazing fine furniture, jewellery, art, glass and sculpture at Boranup Gallery and enjoy coffee/tea, cake or lunch at the on-site café. Turn left out of the driveway and just a little further south, deviate off the highway onto scenic Boranup Drive to take in the timeless beauty of the tall karri trees. Then continue your scenic drive south to Augusta and pause for lunch at the Augusta Bakery & Café with sweeping views of the Blackwood River. With renewed energy, call in to the Augusta Historical Museum before heading out to the southernmost point of Cape Leeuwin where the Indian and Southern Oceans meet. Tour the Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse or take a self-guided audio tour of the lighthouse precinct. capesguide.com.au • 11

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2 E19 A Maze’n Margaret River 3 G7 Anniebrook Wine & Flower Emporium T: (08) 9755 1155 (see p14) 4 M5 Aquatastic | Climbtastic 5 M5 Art Geo Cultural Complex T: (08) 9751 4651 (see p13) 6 D18 Arts Margaret River Cinema T: (08) 9758 7316 (see p7) 7 H33 Augusta Historical Museum T: (08) 9758 0465 (see p14) 8 E20 Bellview Shell Collection 9 L6 Broadwater Par3 Golf 10 K6 Busselton Archery and Family Fun Park 11 M5 Busselton Jetty 12 D4 Country Life Farm 13 D19 Eagles Heritage T: (08) 9757 2960 (see p15) 14 D12 Margaret River Nougat Company T: (08) 9755 5539 (see p25) 15 D29 Margaret River Sculpture Park 16 F14 Miller’s Ice-cream Farm Café 17 F13 Moonhaven Soaps, Lotions & Potions 18 H7 Naturaliste Reptile Park 19 M5 Orana Cinemas Busselton 20 E5 Simmos Icecreamery 21 C16 Sunflowers Animal Farm 22 E4 The Soap Factory 23 B7 Wardan Aboriginal Cultural Centre 24 F8 Wonky Windmill Farm & Eco Park 25 G5 Xscape at the Cape Fun Park 26 C7 Yallingup Shearing Shed T: (08) 9755 2309 (see back page) 27 G9 Yelverton Protea Farm

RETAIL THERAPY 28 E4 Boutique Eco - Dunsborough 29 D17 Boutique Eco - Margaret River 30 E4 One Palm 31 M5 Shabby Duck Studio T: 0456 632 165 (see p15) 32 D17 Walkabout Souvenirs T: (08) 9758 7967 (see p13)

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‘Best day out in years’

TOUR OPERATORS AAA Tours and Charters • All Sea Charters Whale Watching • A Touch of Glass Tours & Charters • Augusta Miss Flinders Eco River Tours • As U Like It Tours • Busselton & South West Rent-a-Car • Cape Dive/Swan Wreck Dive Adventures • Cape to Cape Explorer Tours • Cape to Cape Wine Tours & Charters • Capes to Coast Adventure Experience • Cellar d'Or Winery Tours • Cheers Tours • Dirt Skills Margaret River • Dirty Detours Mountain Bike Adventures • Dive Busselton Jetty • Dunsborough Bike Hire • Dunsborough Jet Ski • Eco Adventures Margaret River • Edgewalkers • Esquire Classic Charters • Experiencesmith • Flying Corkscrew • Forest Adventures South West • Geographe Maritime Whale Watching • Go in Style Transport • Grape Escape • Inspired Wine Tours • Jesters Flat Horse Riding • Jet Adventures • Josh Palmateer Surf Academy • Kape Kombis • Katherine Outback Experience • Koomal Dreaming Aboriginal Experience • Lifestyle Margaret River Inc • Margaret River Blue Bus • Margaret River Beer Tours • Margaret River Brewery Tours • Margaret River Bubbles Tour • Margaret River Chauffeurs • Margaret River Cider Tours • Margaret River Climbing Co • Margaret River Discovery Co • Margaret River Exposed • Margaret River Kitesurfing and Stand Up Paddle • Margaret River Rent-a-Car • Margaret River Stand Up Paddling • Margaret River Surf School • Margaret River Taxi Tours • Margaret River Touring Company • Margaret River Tours • Margaret River Vintage Wine Tours • Margie's Big Day Out • McLeod Tours • Mirravale Horse Riding School • Naturaliste Charters • Nature’s Cape Tours • Saturation Surfaris • Scenic Helicopters • Skydive Geronimo • South West Charter Vehicles & Tours • South West Creative Tours • South West Eco Discoveries • Surf n Dirt Adventure Tours • Taste the South Tours • The Chauffeur Double Decker Bus • The Dive Shed • The Horse Resort • The Humble Horse • The Golden Jersey Bike Hire • Tiger Moth Adventure Flights • Tipsy Tours & Transfers • Top Drop Tours • Tours with Tilley • Vino Culture • VIP Charter Vehicles • Walk into Luxury • Westward Aviation Charters • Whale Watch Western Australia • Wine for Dudes • Yahoo Surfboards • Yallingup Adventure Co • Yallingup Surf School • Yellow Fin Tours

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Book 8am - 8pm

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TAXI SERVICES Busselton Taxis

T: 131008

Dunsborough Taxis

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Margaret River Taxis

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Taz's Taxi

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WALKABOUT SOUVENIRS A souvenir store with more! Stockists of the original and best 100% Australian Made Ugg boots

ArtGeo Cultural Complex

PLUS a huge range of fabulous gifts for all ages – t-shirts, Koalabi Fashion Uggs, Barmah Australia leather hats, Kooringal hats, soft toys, Steve Parish books, didgeridoos, boomerangs and much more.

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THINGS TO SEE & DO Scenic and Historical Attractions:

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A premium touring experience showcasing talented food and wine artisans in the Margaret River region.

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Farm Café Cellar door sales Artificial silk flowers Greenery trees Professional arrangements 100% essential oils - bottled on the farm OPEN DAILY approx 9.30 am to 4.30pm (Closed Tuesdays)

Dawn & Wally Lewis • Ph 9755 1155 247 Wildwood Rd, Carbunup (2.5km from Carbunup Store)

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Augusta Historical Museum Discover the history of the Augusta region from 1830 and learn about the early European settlers, whalers and group settlers. Browse our many displays. Study the local timber empire of MC Davies, his railways and shipping ports at Flinders Bay and Hamelin Bay. The Museum is located in Blackwood Avenue and is open daily from 1-4pm, groups welcome by appointment.

In, on and around water:

Boating Diving & snorkelling Augusta Whale Memorial Fishing Ballarat Engine Kayaking (ocean & rivers) Boranup Forest & Maze Kitesurfing Busselton Heritage Park Sailing Busselton Historical Museum Stand up paddling Canal Rocks Surfing Cape to Cape Walk Trail Swimming Ellensbrook Whale watching Hamelin Bay Wreck Trail Leeuwin Naturaliste National Park Ludlow Tuart Forest Other activities: Meelup Beach & Eagle Bay Bushwalking Prevelly Park Caving Quinninup Falls Cycling (on and off-road) Rivermouth (Margaret River) Golfing Sugarloaf Rock Markets Swan Dive Wreck & Artificial Reef Scenic drives Surfer's Point (Margaret River) Watch artists at work Old Waterwheel (Augusta) Wine & brewery tours Wonnerup House Historical Settlement FARM GATES & PROVIDORES Wonnerup Wetlands See p24-26

WILD KANGAROO WITH JOEY

Contact: curator.ahm@gmail.com

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The funkiest surf shop overlooking the ocean Local & Indie surf brands | Surf hardware Surfboard/SUP hire & sales Surf eco adventure tours

catch us near the beach @ 1 Resort Place, Gnarabup T: (08) 9757 1111 • www.freshtracksmargs.com

Margaret River Find the Fun ABUNDANT BIRDLIFE TO SEE ON THE CAPE TO CAPE TRACK

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Eagles Heritage - Margaret River Raptor Wildlife Centre At Eagles Heritage we specialise in the Rehabilitation, Education and Breeding of these magnificent Eagles, Hawks, Falcon and Owls that have been injured and orphaned in the wild. We offer you a 40 minute walk (short walk 15 min) around our Centre through a natural bushland setting (wildflowers in season Sept-Nov). Don’t miss our Flying Displays 341 Boodjidup Road – you will be charmed by IVY, Margaret River our beautiful Barn Owl by (Opp Xanadu Winery) having her sit on your arm, along with our Black Kites Tel: 9757 2960 John, Pelle and Baby who will captivate you with their FLYING DISPLAYS agile flying abilities. This 40 11am & 1.30pm minute educational display will give you an insight into the amazing world of raptors in Australia. Bring your camera for some great photo opportunities.

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www.eaglesheritage.com.au or follow us on Facebook Open 6 days Sat - Thurs 10am - 4.15pm Open Fridays in WA School Holidays Closed Good Friday/ Xmas Day

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Giants Cave, which is nestled amongst the magnificent Karri trees of Boranup Forest

Visit Ngilgi Cave, Yallingup to learn the fascinating Aboriginal Dreamtime story of the good spirit Ngilgi. Ngilgi Cave is open every day from 9am to 5pm. Jewel Cave, an underground maze of mystery and beauty, offers guided tours daily and is situated 8km north of Augusta and 37km from Margaret River. Lake Cave offers guided tours and is located 25km from Margaret River and 29km north of Augusta. It has an amazing sunken entrance and a unique "Suspended

CALGARDUP CAVE

Entry is available from 9am - 4.15pm. Open daily except Christmas & Boxing Days. T: (08) 9757 7422

GIANTS CAVE

Giants Cave is open: 9.30am - 3.30pm during school holidays and public holiday long weekends 10am - 1pm from February to late April and mid-October to December For bookings at all other times T: (08) 9757 7422

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(approx 20km south of Margaret River) offers a self-guided experience for the more adventurous visitor. A reasonable level of fitness and sturdy footwear are needed as visitors scramble over rocks and negotiate a series of ladders. This is one of the deepest caves in the district and also features extremely large chambers. Although it is a cave of awesome proportions, the route is clearly marked and it is not possible to get lost. It is easy to imagine what a daunting experience the first intrepid explorer of Giants would have had! (see Advert p16)

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Table" formation which weighs several tonnes and seems to defy gravity. Mammoth Cave is situated 21km south of Margaret River and 33km north of Augusta and features an audio self-guided tour which takes approx 1 hour to complete. Mammoth is also one of the few caves in Australia with partial wheelchair access.

CALGARDUP & GIANTS Caves

NGILGI, MAMMOTH, LAKE & JEWEL CAVES

Open daily from 9am - 5pm, except Christmas Day. Major credit cards and EFTPOS available. T: (08) 9757 7411 • E: attractions@margaretriver.com VIEWING PLATFORMS PROVIDE A BIRD'S-EYE VIEW OF CAVES

Self Guided Torchlight Tours

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Ngilgi Cave Calgardup Cave Lake Cave Mammoth Cave Giants Cave Jewel Cave

REGIONAL LIGHTHOUSES

istorically, lighthouses played a vital role in safe shipping – and they still do. The region’s two working lighthouses provide a glimpse of history and some great views of the coast! Each lighthouse around the world has its own distinct flash and it is fascinating to learn how, before electricity, the keepers managed to keep the lamp lit. Visit Cape Naturaliste Lighthouse on the northern tip of the Cape for panoramic views across Geographe Bay and the Leeuwin Naturaliste National Park. It’s open every day from 9am-5pm, with guided tours every half hour from 9.30am-4.30pm. At the other end of the Cape, you can see where the Southern Ocean meets the Indian Ocean from the Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse at Augusta. It’s open every day from 8.45am-4.30pm with guided tours every half hour from 9am-4pm. Or you may choose to do a self-guided audio tour of the lighthouse precinct. You can book a tour at the lighthouses or visitor centres. (Both lighthouses are closed Christmas Day.) The two lighthouses mark the start and finish of the Cape to Cape Track.

WEDDINGS & CELEBRATIONS

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o you’re planning a wedding or special celebration – and what better place to host an event than in this beautiful part of the world. There’s an abundance of stunning locations from which to choose, whether you are seeking a winery or vineyard setting, a secret garden, a stunning beach, a towering forest or something truly unique like a limestone cave. Whatever you choose for the occasion, rest assured your event will be just as stunning in any of the region’s top-class venues. They’ll be happy to serve some premium table wines and classy food for your guests. If you need help and advice on organising any aspect of your wedding, consult Coast to Country Weddings. (See advert this page)

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For more detailed information about artisans, obtain a copy of the Margaret River Artisans FLINDERS BAY Map from visitor centres or participating galleries. This guide will allow you to find, meet and buy direct from the artist at their studios and showrooms.

Yallingup Galleries Yallingup Steading Fine Furniture

www.margaretriverartisans.com.au

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rt lovers can get up close and personal with artists at the annual

Margaret River Region Open Studios event to be held 28 April - 13 May 2018. This art event, which is the biggest in Western Australia, offers art lovers a vibrant feast of visual art. As the name suggests, Open Studios offers the rare chance to visit private art studios which may not otherwise be open to the public, meet and talk to artists and view their works in progress. You can explore the region while visiting the studios of up to 120 established and emerging artists working across many art categories including painters, printmakers, sculptors, ceramicists, jewellers, photographers, textile artists, furniture makers and environmentally focused up-cycling artists.

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Visit as many studios as you like during the 16-day event. Entry is free and artworks are available to buy. Visitors can also purchase the Artists of the Margaret River Region (M&P Publishing). Published in 2016 by award-winning writers Carmen Jenner and Gabi Mills, the beautifully produced book features over 70 artists living and working in the Margaret River Region.

JOHN STREATER FINE FURNITURE GALLERY IS A MUST SEE

Phone 08 9755 1211 www.streaterfinefurniture.com 105 Blythe Road, Yallingup Siding Open: 10am to 4pm. Closed Fridays

Visit www.mrros.com.au for book purchases and event information or pick up an event catalogue at local visitor centres. If you’re visiting the region at another time, some artists may still welcome you to visit if you call and ask. Alternatively, see some outstanding art that is on display at the Art Geo Cultural Complex in Busselton, John Streater Fine Furniture at Yallingup, Jah Roc Galleries in Margaret River town or Boranup Gallery at Forest Grove (south end of Caves Road).

Simply a must see destination. Visit Jahroc Galleries and find out why all that do leave inspired.

Open daily 10am - 5pm Ph. (08) 9758 7200 83 Bussell Highway, Margaret River info@jahroc.com.au www.jahroc.com.au

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Accommodation properties are featured in this Guide - Refer to page number listed in the AD column Advanced reservations recommended in peak season timeframes. A wide range of private house rentals are available in the region and are not included in this Guide. Contact Regional Visitor Centres listed on Page 4 for further details.

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Centrally located in the heart of the Margaret River wine region, Forest Rise provides a luxury adult escape, where couples can enjoy peace, privacy and the opportunity to rest, relax and reconnect.

T • +61 (08) 9755 7110 W • www.forestrise.com.au E • reception@forestrise.com.au Riverview Tourist Park SET on the majestic Margaret River, Riverview Tourist Park overlooks the forest and is within walking distance of the town centre. The Park offers a unique garden setting that undulates from the road 8-10 Willmott Avenue, down to the riverfront. Margaret River On the opposite bank is a Tel: 9757 2270 State forest with walking/ or 1300 666 105 riding tracks to town or east towards Ten Mile Brook Dam.

Offering friendly service in a relaxing, peaceful, rural environment. Only 10 minutes north of Margaret River - off Bussell Highway, Cowaramup. Inspections are welcome

Farm-style cottages, caravan & camping • Wheelchair access Farm animals & feeding • Kids playground & bouncy pillow Barn-style campers kitchen • Function Centre for 200 plus Fully equipped catering kitchen & amenities Ph 08 9755 5334 or Freecall: 1800 248 777 enquiries@tauntonfarm.com.au www.tauntonfarm.com.au

A large variety of cabins are available, from budget, non-ensuite cabins to selfcatering options or motel cabins. Powered caravan and campervan bays are available (some with ensuite). Free gas barbecues are located at the camp kitchen and on the riverfront, along with a great gazebo and seating for large groups. Guests get a 20% discount on all Cheers Winery and Scenic Tours info@riverviewtouristpark.com www.riverviewtouristpark.com capesguide.com.au • 21

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Highlighted establishments are featured in this Guide - Refer to page number listed in the AD column. Opening hours and BYO guidelines will vary ~ please check directly with the dining establishment. Advance reservations recommended in peak season timeframes. To advise of any amendments to this Guide email: feedback@capesguide.com.au or T: 0418 959948.

Augusta Bakery & Café

Tasty cafe style food & friendly service Vintage stone cottage and gardens Open Wed to Sun 8am-3pm

24 Oaks Drive Vasse | T: (08) 9755 4667

Choose from our delicious range of freshly made pies, quiches, bread, cakes slices and takeaway rolls. Or relax and enjoy breakfast or lunch in our café with lovely views of the river. 121 Blackwood Ave, Augusta T: (08) 9758 1664

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f you’re a “foodie” then you’re in for a real treat as you travel around the South West Capes region. Here, you can get inside the farm gate and talk to growers and producers bringing their goods to your table. If you have limited time, head to one of the weekend farmers’ markets (see p6) - or you might be lucky enough to be here when a food festival is in full swing (see p26). And for meandering gourmets, let our leisurely food trails tempt you. Food Trail #1 - in and around Vasse / Yallingup Market place and sweet treats 1. Find your way to The Shed Markets at the Caves Road roundabout (where Bussell Highway becomes Caves Road). Here you can select from a range of tempting organic and wholefood produce. On Friday evenings, enjoy some tasty Eat Street tucker or forage for a bargain at the Twilight Markets (Nov-Feb). 2. Then head west towards Yallingup on Caves Road and turn left at Yallingup Hall to drive south. Turn right at Canal Rocks Road to find Barnyard 1978. 3. Continue south on Caves Road to Gabriel Chocolate at the corner of Quininup Road. 4. Cross Caves Road to Abbeys Farm Road and follow this to the T-junction at Wildwood Road. Turn left to find Wulura Farms. 5. Continue west on Wildwood Road, then turn right at Commonage Road, following the road around until you find Simmo’s Ice Creamery. 6. From here, continue down Commonage Road, and turn left to return to Dunsborough or right to head into Busselton. MAP GRID REF REF

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Food Trail #2 - in and around Cowaramup Beautiful breakfast and pantry provisions 1. Start your tour in Cowaramup’s Black Sheep Deli with a delicious and different breakfast (the Indonesian-inspired vegetarian Nasi Goreng is a favourite). Between the petrol station and butcher, this café opens weekdays at 6am and weekends at 7am. While you’re here enjoy a slice of raw or gluten-free cake with a freshly-made juice or smoothie while you chat to the locals. Or pick up a tub of local honey, some organic fruit and vegetables and a loaf of woodfired bread. 2. Head north towards Busselton to the Margaret River Dairy Company on Bussell Highway near Harman’s Mill Road. Try their handcrafted cheeses and perhaps buy some to add to your picnic basket. 3. Turn off the highway onto Harman’s Mill Road and stop off at Margaret River Nuts and Cereals. 4. Turn left back onto Harman’s Mill Road, and then turn left at Tom Cullity Drive. Continue south on this road and at the corner of Miamup Road you’ll discover a real sweet treat – Bettenay’s Margaret River Nougat Company. In their tasting room, you can view the production process, learn the history of nougat and taste their award-winning, soft, French-style nougat. And don’t forget to try their Nougaretto (a nougat liqueur), new Chocolatto (a dark chocolate Port) and Vermaux (a Vermouth infused with Australian Botanicals). Take time out here to relax with a picnic platter on the lawn overlooking the lake. 5. You want more? Continue down Miamup Road and turn left back to Cowaramup. In town, find the Margaret River Regional Wine Centre, where you can taste wines from some of the

region’s small select vineyards. You can also custom-select a mixed case of local wines and have it shipped to anywhere in the world, or simply buy a bottle of wine or a few beers to enjoy at the end of your day.

Viticulture 101

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Corner of Tom Cullity Drive & Miamup Road, Cowaramup WA

www.margaretrivernougat.com.au

Real food | Great coffee | Friendly people Opening 6am weekdays | 7am weekends

08 9755 9407 Bussell Highway, Cowaramup (between the butcher & petrol station)

M A RG A R E T R I V ER R EGIONA L W INE CENTRE www.mrwines.com

FRESH JUICE - A LIQUID VITAMIN PILL

A simply stuning stu collection of Margaret River region wines Taste wines ffrom some of the region’s small select vineyards Buy a mixed dozen (we ship worldwide) Bu Open 10am 10am-7pm Monday to Saturday, 10am-6pm Sunday 9 BUSSELL HIGHW HIGHWAY, COWARAMUP (OPPOSITE CANDY COW) • (08) 9755 5501

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Corner Caves Rd & Bussell Hwy Vasse Fresh Local Produce • Organics Wholefoods • Butcher • Health Open Thu & Fri 10-6 and Sat & Sun 9-3 Healing & Massage • Plants Eat Street open Lunch Thu-Sun & Dinner till 8pm Fri Gifts • Boho • Eclectic • Food Trucks theshedmarkets.com.au

Food Trail #4 - the Organic Garden Trail Inspiring Community gardens 1. This tour is centred in Margaret River town. Start at the Margaret River Community Resource Centre (33 Tunbridge Street) to see organic gardens surrounding the historic buildings. 2. From here, walk behind to enjoy the Margaret River Library’s small bio-dynamic garden that is tended by volunteers and planted according to the seasons. It is open during library hours Monday-Saturday. 3. Back in your car, return to Bussell Highway and turn right, heading south. Just past the high school on the right you will see the Margaret River Organic Garden. Started in 1988, this organic community garden is planted and tended by volunteers. 4. Turn back towards town and turn right into Forrest Road. On the corner is the Margaret River Primary School kitchen garden. It aims to teach students how to grow fresh, seasonal, organic produce and use it to prepare healthy food. View the garden from the footpath or tour by appointment T: (08) 9757 2666.

FOOD FESTIVALS AND MARKETS Cabin Fever

14-23 July 2017

South West Oktoberfest

October 2017

Gourmet Escape

16-19 November 2017

Kambarang Festival (Aboriginal gourmet experience)

18 November 2017

Swap Shuffle Share Fair Harvest, Margaret River

3rd Saturday of each month

Farmers Markets

See Market Days, p6

6. Food Trail #3 - in and around Margaret River Fine Chocolates, markets and more 1. Start your tour in Margaret River town. Head south on Bussell Highway and if it’s Saturday, call in to the Margaret River Farmer’s Market. Or continue south on the highway and turn right at the Boodjidup Road roundabout to find Margaret River Woodfired Bread a little way down on the left. 2. Go back to the roundabout and turn right onto Bussell Highway. Head south to the Rosa Brook Road intersection. On the corner here, be tempted by Temper Temper Chocolatier. Take a chocolate discovery tour (by appointment) and enjoy free tastings of their fine chocolate. Don’t miss the new Temper Temper Venezuela – a dark chocolate with notes of licorice, roasted coffee, a hint of prune and back tea finish. Linger longer and relax in their café with an extraordinary hot chocolate. 3. Coming out of the gate, turn right onto Rosa Brook Road and continue for several kilometres, then turn right onto Rosa Glen Road. Travel down to Bessell Road to discover The Berry Farm. 4. Go back to Rosa Brook Road and turn right. Continue through Rosa Brook township, then turn left into Jindong Treeton Road and then left again onto Osmington Road. Enjoy a slow, winding country drive back to Bussell Highway, perhaps stopping off at Colonial Brewing Co. on the way for a cold drink and something to eat on their deck. Once back at the highway, turn left to Margaret River or right to Busselton.

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Do you enjoy a cold glass of beer or cider on a summer’s day while sitting on a lawn listening to some chilled-out tunes? Get along to the South West Craft Beer Festival in Busselton in February. The festival will showcase more than 80 refreshing local brews - and if beer is not your thing, try some craft ciders or local wines. There’s plenty of food available and buses to transport you to the venue. There’s also plenty of parking – just remember to appoint a designated driver. www.swbeerfest.com.au

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Opening hours and days may vary, with some wineries offering extended hours during school or public holidays. Some wineries may close on special holidays such as Christmas & Boxing Day, Anzac Day or Good Friday or only open by appointment. Highlighted wineries are featured on Pages 14, 25, 29 TOWNS

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Cape Mentelle Cape Naturaliste Vineyard Churchview Estate

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Coward & Black Credaro Family Estate Cullen Wines Deep Woods Estate Driftwood Estate Winery Eagle Vale Estate Edwards Wines Evans & Tate Fermoy Estate Firetail Wines Fishbone Wines

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Fraser Gallop Estate Gralyn Estate Hamelin Bay Wines Happs Winery & Pottery Harman’s Estate Hay Shed Hill Heydon Estate House of Cards Howard Park & Mad Fish Wines Island Brook Estate Juniper Estate Killerby Wines Knee Deep Wines

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I9 56 G15 Margaret River Regional Wine Centre T • (08) 9755 5501 (see p25)

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WINERIES

WINE TASTING AT LEEUWIN ESTATE

Open 7 days 10am - 5pm

Stunning cellar door • Award winning wines • Platters of quality local produce • P: 9756 8577 • www.flametreewines.com Cnr Chain Ave and Caves Rd, Dunsborough (opposite Ramada Resort)

Woody Nook Wines “Providing a warm welcome and memorable wines for over 30 years” With its magnificent forest backdrop and charming rustic décor, it is a delightful place to visit. Woody Nook is a family owned and run winery and the welcome you receive will be a warm and friendly one. Besides multi award-winning wines for you to taste and purchase at their cellar door, they have many gifts unique to Woody Nook in Australia and their relaxing Nookery Café serves very reasonably priced tasty lunches, coffees and teas in a cosy indoor setting, shady courtyard and all-weather alfresco patio by the pond.

Cellar Door and Café | Open 7 days 10am–5pm | +61 8 9755 6225 3277 Caves Road, Wilyabrup, Margaret River | www.clairaultstreicker.com.au

info@woodynook.com.au • www.woodynook.com.au Cellar Door open daily 10am - 4.30pm The Nookery Café open daily 10am - 3.30pm Lunches 11.30am - 3pm. Reservations recommended

506 Metricup Rd, Wilyabrup

Cape Grace Wines One of the great little wineries Single Vineyard • Basket Pressed Reds Open Daily 10am to 5pm 281 Fifty One Rd Cowaramup P 9755 5669 capegracewines.com.au

Cellar Door Tel: 08 9755 7547 The Nookery Café Tel: 08 9755 7030

Knotting Hill Estate Vineyard ~ STUNNING views and exceptional wines

The old saying a picture paints a thousand words only partly explains the profound impact Knotting Hill Estate has on its guests. To get to the cellar door one must walk across a magnificent 45m foot bridge. The amazing limestone cellar door building is set on a 5.5 ha lake which is stocked with the freshwater delicacy – marron as well as silver perch. This is the perfect location to sit down and unwind with a bottle of Knotting Hills’ range of award winning wines and their delicious vineyard platter. A must see location! The cellar door is also available for weddings and functions. Tapas & Platters served daily. Live Marron Sales. Cellar Door open daily: 11am-5pm 247 Carter Road (off Metricup Rd), Wilyabrup • Tel: 08 9755 7733 • sales@knottinghill.com.au • www.knottinghill.com.au

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FISHING & CAMPING

MARGARET RIVER REGION

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HOOKED ON FISHING

ishing is a relaxing holiday activity and there are plenty of places to try your luck RA LIS along the South West Capes. Be aware of size TE TC E and bag limits for particular species of fish and DUNSBOROUGH get a licence if you’re fishing from a boat or in freshwater bodies (lakes, dams and rivers). Buy YALLINGUP CAV BID ES BUSSELTON DL E online from www.fish.wa.gov.au. ROA D PEL TO CA FISH SAFELY S S A P Y B VASSE BUSSELTON With strong ocean swells, fishing from rocks WILDWO OD W RD can be dangerous. Wear a life jacket, never fish DW OOD CARBUNUP Thornton Rd RD alone, and wear appropriate shoes. Life jackets M R ABBEY FA can be borrowed free of charge from: Down South Camping & Outdoors (1/40 Station RD ROY RD TON PAYNE RD YELVER Road, Margaret River); Augusta X-Treme Outdoor Sports (3/66 Blackwood Avenue, U C I P RD TR ME GA LE Augusta); and Dunsborough Outdoor Sportz RD (Shop 5 Dunsborough Park Shopping Centre, Dunsborough). Fishing at the Rivermouth in Augusta, off the groyne at Augusta Boat Harbour or from the Busselton Jetty is safe TREETON RD GRACETOWN in most conditions. COWA RAMUP COWARAMUP BAY RD Canebrake WHERE TO GO WI Pool Crabs –drop your crab nets in at Busselton RD E D Jetty, from Quindalup to Busselton, or in the river at Augusta. OSMINGTON RD CAR TE Dhufish, groper or snapper – are most RS P 70km likely caught from a boat. Join a fishing charter ANNU MOWEN RD TO N MARGARET IFFE LCL to maximise your chances of catching a big one. WAL RIVER Salmon – from mid-February to May, salmon R RD ROSA B R O OK RD O EL SA Sue’s SS BE “run” along the coast as part of their seasonal Bridge CRO UCH PREVELLY migration and can be caught from any part of RD the coast or offshore from a boat. WITCHCLIFFE Tailor – are caught from surf beaches from RED GAT E RD More information: DAVIS RD November-February at dawn and dusk. Department of ROCKY RD Whiting and herring – are common in this Fisheries, Busselton area and are caught near clumps of seaweed. District Office N RD Chapman WARNER GLE SEB ES R D For sand whiting, try Geographe Bay in Contos T: (08) 9752 2152 Pool www.fish.wa.gov.au Busselton, Bunker Bay, Castle Rock and Point Road Meelup near Dunsborough, Dunsborough Recfishwest www.recfishwest.org.au foreshore, Canal Rocks and Smiths Beach Alexandra near Yallingup, Gracetown, Prevelly and Fishability Boranup Bridge Y Forest Gnarabup Beach near Margaret River, at www.fishability.org.au HW N MA KARRIDALE Hamelin Bay, and at the rivermouth or the CK O BR Augusta Boat Harbour in Augusta. King George Sleep under the stars R RD OU Y F There are a number Whiting are usually caught in the warmer ENT TW of campgrounds summer months (size limits apply). Hamelin Bay WILSON RD in the region if you Mulloway – caught on surf beaches in want to go camping Summer. Ask at a fishing store for the right (see map). Most set-up. have basic facilities CAVE FISHING S such as bush toilets, Black bream – can be found in the CAMPING fireplaces and tables. Blackwood River. TOWNS Camping fees apply. WHEELCHAIR ACCESS BOAT RAMPS More information: Wheelchair accessible fishing spots include AUGUSTA Department of Parks INFORMATION BAY Flinders Bay Busselton Jetty, Augusta Boat Harbour, Dead & Wildlife VISITOR CENTRE T: (08) 9752 5555 Finish in Augusta (between the boat harbour www.parkstay.dpaw.wa.gov.au and lighthouse) and Apex River Park in Capel. CAPE LEEUWIN Artificial Reef

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NANNUP – a little town with lots of heart

he charming historic mill town of Nannup is located on the

banks of the Blackwood River in a picturesque forest setting. It is easily accessible and within an hour’s drive from other towns in the region including Balingup, Bridgetown, Pemberton, Donnybrook, Augusta, Margaret River and Busselton. These days you can drive straight across from Margaret River on the now fully sealed Mowen Road which is suitable for all types of vehicles in all weather. Nannup gets its name from the Noongar people and means “stopping place”. Pause here to visit the Marinko Tomas Memorial where there are picnic and barbecue facilities and a children’s playground. For the more adventurous, go for a ride on the Munda Biddi Cycle Trail, enjoy a bushwalk on the Bibbulmun Track or Timberline Trail, paddle the Blackwood River and, if it’s warm, take a dip at Barrabup Pool. Camping is also available at Barrabup and Worker’s Pool. Coming from the north, make sure you stop at Cambray Sheep Cheese. A warm welcome awaits you at this family-run working dairy where award-winning sheep cheeses can be sampled and purchased from the farm shop. Based on French recipes, all cheeses are handmade, each with a unique flavour, strength and texture. With more than 30 types of cheeses, the range includes soft and

EVENTS CALENDAR Nannup Arts Council textile exhibition (Jun 30-Jul 4) Nannup Flower & Garden Festival (Aug 17-20) Blooming Wild Festival (Sep 3-Nov 20) Nannup Arts Council 2017 Exhibition (Sep 22-Oct 1) South West Foodbowl Festival Long Table Lunch (Oct 14) Tour of Margaret River - cycling event (Nov 8-12) Nannup Music Festival (Mar 2018) creamy Brie, hard mature Farmhouse and a spreadable Boursan. Milking occurs eight months of the year and you can watch, but call in advance to check times. In the off season, a delicious range of cow’s milk cheese is available. You may even decide to extend your visit and book one of the farm-stay cottages, surrounded by jarrah forest, and enjoy everything the heart of the South West has to offer. Once in town, call into the Nannup Liquor Store to select from an extensive range of local Nannup/Blackwood Valley wines, then head to the quaint Nannup Bridge Café if you’re feeling peckish. The café is open 9am-2pm Tuesday to Sunday for breakfast and lunch and 6pm-8pm Thursday to Sunday for dinner. Relax in the indoor café or breathe in the fresh air from the alfresco seating area. They will make sure you enjoy good food in a relaxed atmosphere – and you might consider ordering a bottle of local wine to enjoy with your meal.

Markets

Village markets are held fortnightly Saturday mornings in the main street from 8:30am-noon.

GERTRUDE IS A COLOURFUL CHARACTER AT THE NANNUP FLOWER & GARDEN FESTIVAL

Nannup Bridge Café Join us for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Let our friendly staff look after you and your family. Hosts Sarah and Leon look forward to welcoming you at the Nannup Bridge Café.

VISITOR INFORMATION A Taste of Nannup 16 Warren Road, Nannup WA 6275 E: info@atasteofnannup.com.au W: www.everythingnannup.com.au T: (08) 9756 1901

Cambray Cheese

Award winnning hand made sheep & cows milk cheese Farm Shop

Open Daily 9am- 5pm for tastings and sales

Open: 9am - 2pm (Tue - Sun) 6pm - 8pm (Thur - Sun)

See where it’s made and indulge in our range of artisan cheeses. Relax and enjoy a tea, coffee, wine (byo) or cheese platter with homemade delights.

1 Warren Road, Nannup • Ph: (08) 9756 1287

Nannup Liquor Store Beer | Wine | Spirits | Ice

Cambray Cottages

Select from our extensive range of local Nannup / Blackwood Valley wines

Spacious and peaceful country-style cottages located on the edge of our working farm.

OPEN: 9 am-7.30 pm Monday-Saturday

Cottages sleep up to 6 people

T: (08) 9756 0066 52 Warren Road (main street), Nannup

Bruce & Jane Wilde RMB 470 Vasse Highway, Nannup Tel: (08) 9756 2037 www.cambraycheese.com.au

Surrounding bushwalks Complimentary cheese platter on arrival

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AUSTRALIAN HERITAGE

MERINO • UGGBOOTS • KNITS • SCARVES • HATS • COATS Wander the authentic old shearing shed and absorb the atmosphere of days gone by or feed the sheep and take some fun family photos www.yallingupshearingshed.com.au

Open 7 days 10am-4pm

1442 Wildwood Road, Yallingup Ph: 9755 2309

SQUIDLIPS IS A MUST DO FOR LOVERS OF HIGH QUALITY SEAFOOD, DELICIOUS CHIPS & FRESH HEALTHY SALADS DUNSBOROUGH

MARGARET RIVER

Ph: (08) 9759 1799

Ph: (08) 9757 9960

Dunsborough Centrepoint Shopping Centre Shop 27A, 55 Dunn Bay Rd

Settlers Tavern Arcade 118 Bussell Hwy