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Divers take the plunge

Grand plans for Kilsby Sinkhole

HE iconic Kilsby Sinkhole has unveiled plans to transform what was once little more than a watering hole for stock into a world-class tourism site featuring a gin distillery, accommodation and cafe. Situated on a sheep farm amidst beautiful rolling countryside just 14km south of Mount Gambier, the unique geological feature is home to a wealth of experiences, with new plans unveiled to transform the site in 2021. The Kilsby Sinkhole has been at the heart of four generations of farming activity by the Kilsby family. In that time, use of the sinkhole has changed and grown, and today it offers a fascinating history and a host of adventures. While the Kilsby family has increased tourism activity at the site in recent years, it has long been a popular dive spot, including a training site for South Australian Police and a centre for secret weapons research. Visitors can explore the layers of rock left by geological changes over millions of years as they head down into the sinkhole itself, with a uniquely serene atmosphere on the pontoon at water level in the ancient geological marvel. For those prepared to take the plunge, you can be kitted out in high-quality wetsuit, fins, mask and snorkel to join an experienced guide in a thorough safety briefing, leading first-timers through how to get the most out of snorkelling. Then you’ll head down into the sinkhole and experience the incredible water clarity, which has drawn divers to the site for decades, as you explore the surface of the lake. For a long time, scuba diving in Kilsby Sinkhole was only available to highly trained cave divers. Today, however, all certified and current divers (Open Water or

equivalent and above) can dive in the “lake” portion of the sinkhole as part of a guided tour and experience the crystal-clear waters and amazing beams of light that have made Kilsby Sinkhole a worldfamous dive site. Out of the water, a new gin product dreamed up onsite has proven popular. Inspired by the “gin-clear” water of Kilsby Sinkhole and the abundance of first-rate local ingredients, the Kilsby family and friends were inspired to create Sinkhole Gin. Crafted in small batches using water from the aquifer which feeds the sinkhole and botanicals sourced around the region, Sinkhole is a refreshing, modern Australian gin. The gin distillery plan forms part of the site’s second stage upgrade, with the first stage - including six on-site cabins - expected to be completed by November 2021. While Kilsby Sinkhole offers a range of experiences to visitors, bookings are essential as it is located on a working sheep farm. Additionally, pets are not allowed on-site due to livestock being present on the property. Visitors are unable to turn up at their leisure due to the agricultural enterprise without a prior booking, which can be made through www. kilsbysinkhole.com direct or one of the venture’s many licensed operators.

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Enjoy the Limestone Coast in safety

ISCOVER the stunning Limestone Coast, stay awhile and enjoy the wide experiences it has to offer. With so much to see and do across the length and breadth of our landscape the classic Australian road trip becomes inevitable.

Whether you’re a country or an interstate resident or a visitor from the city, driving in our beautiful corner of Australia can pose different risks. To keep you and your passengers safe we have provided some helpful road safety tips and reminders for you.

Be prepared Have your vehicle serviced before you leave. Before setting out check your lights, wipers, oil level and tyre pressures.

Rest regularly On long trips, stop and have a break for 15 minutes every 2 hours. Have a stretch, maybe clean your windscreen or take your kids to the playground. Better yet, share the driving with a family member or friend.

Obey speed limits Speeding impairs a driver’s ability to make a sudden stop or react to avoid hazards. Speed limits do vary from state to state so heed the signs.

Drive with your headlights on low during daylight hours Always a bright idea in the Limestone Coast and it will make it easier for oncoming traffic to see you.

Let family and friends know Your travel plans If you are someone who still carries a road map or maybe an App be sure to let someone know if you change your plans.

Watch out for wildlife Native animals and exotic species are often seen near roads, especially at dawn and dusk and near our forest reserves. Take care to avoid collisions with our wildlife that have no road awareness whatsoever. Remember “stay straight, don’t swerve, and brake!”

Beware of soft edges Large stretches of our road network have grass or dirt raised edges and lack shoulder seals. Be aware that these edges may be soft, muddy, sandy or have loose gravel when pulling over. Worn road can shred your car and trailer tyres.

Overtaking’s golden rule “If in doubt, don’t!” Wait until the road is clear for a long stretch or until an overtaking lane comes along.

Watch for heavy vehicles Some of our heavy vehicles can be up to 55m long. Expect to see over size log transports, wood chip trucks and milk tankers going about their daily freight tasks. When overtaking safely warn the truck driver of your approach and allow plenty of distance to pass the vehicle (at least 1km), and be careful of those soft edges.

Watch out for farm vehicles Be alert for farmers’ transferring farming plant, for example, harvesters, combines and spraying units from paddock to paddock or vineyard to vineyard. Be conscious of their speed, length and width and adjust your driving accordingly.

Stock on road Whether it is the drover using “the long paddock” on the roadside reserve or the farmer shifting a mob or stray livestock who happen to be on the wrong side of the fence at any time, slow down. Reduce to walking (droving) speed and be prepared to stop. Enjoy watching the skilful working dog and our premium produce on the hoof.

Keep left A very smart move especially if you are from overseas. Still a good idea if a road train or other heavy vehicle is coming towards you on a single vehicle road, or overtaking you, slow down and move as far to the left as possible.

Consider other drivers and road users Please share the roads responsibly. Maintain at least a two second gap

between your car and the vehicle in front of you.

Check road conditions Country (especially gravel and dirt) road conditions can change rapidly. You can check with the RAA, Police or tune into the local radio station to make sure roads are passable or suitable for your vehicle to travel. Extreme events do happen, eg. weather, road crashes, bushfires, flooding.

Watch out for trains Freight trains still operate across the top of the Limestone Coast. Slow down as you approach a railway crossing and check to see if any trains are approaching.

STAY ANOTHER DAY provides all the information and maps you need to discover South Australia’s Limestone Coast and South West Victoria, a beautifully diverse and unique part of Australia where nature, history, food, wine and adventure abound! We invite you to Stay Another Day!

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To avoid damaging the underside of your vehicle, slow down and drive around the carcass. Running over old road kill can puncture tyres and cause slow leaks. Consider undertaking additional driver training Participating in programs which enhance your defensive driving skills could better prepare you for varying road conditions.

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Regularly check your vehicles for signs of brake, suspension and tyre faults. Be sure to check the coupling between your vehicle and caravan before setting out each day.

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See something fishy? If you believe you see suspicious activity on the road or off road, report it to the authorities. The last word – “Expect the unexpected”.

“Be appy” These days you can get apps for almost anything. Rest Stop Locators, Atlas of public toilets, entertaining the kids, Mobile Phone Road Mode, making it easy to apply yourself to the complex task of driving. South Australia’s Limestone Coast & South West Victoria

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OCATED at the junction of the Dukes, Princes and Mallee highways, Tailem Bend is a popular stop for travellers. There is some confusion about how the town got its name – it may derive from the Aboriginal word ‘thelum’ referring to the bend in the river, or the expression ‘tail ‘em’ which is short for tailing lambs. In the 19th century, Tailem Bend was an important railway town, but today it is a commercial centre for the surrounding Mallee area.

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Tailem Bend’s most iconic building and strongest representation of railway history is the Railway Station. The town used to be a hub for train passengers and railway lifestyle. Aside from the appeal of the collection in the museum at the Railway Station, Tailem Bend also sees regular freight train and the occasional interstate passenger trains which pass through. The council office in the main street is also home to the Coorong Art Gallery with rotating exhibitions and artwork for sale. While in town, spot all the animals. For more information on Tailem Bend phone 08 8572 4277 or visit www. tailembend.biz

Tailem Bend’s Railway History Tailem Bend’s railway identity is also embodied by its human heritage – ex-railway workers and train drivers. Some of these retired railway personnel are now volunteers (fettlers) at the Railway Station, giving tours of railway memorabilia. Tailem Bend Visitor Information Outlet explains the town’s strong historical links with transport. You can re-visit Tailem Bend’s railway heritage by following

available right within the town centre. Below are 5 different journeys in and around Tailem Bend: River Rail Road Trail, Geocaching Loop, Main Street Attractions, River Bend Heritage Trail and Historic Rail Trail.

River Rail Road Trail

Step back in time by visiting Old Tailem Town, comprising over 110 authentic historic buildings; popular ghost and paranormal tours are available.

The River Rail Road Trail is an easy 2.5km walk that highlights some fantastic sights around Tailem Bend, including the beautiful Mighty Murray. Along the way are markers with health tips and facts to help you out every day. Come to Tailem and take a lap of the trail soon.

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Visit Fred’s Landing to launch a boat and enjoy a spot of fishing on the river, or a picnic at Dickson Reserve with its newly established pontoon.

Tailem Bend Walking Journeys Tailem Bend has several walks/ trails, a number of them are

Geocaching is a fun outdoor treasure hunting game that anyone with a GPS or smartphone can play. The loop outlined in the Tailem Bend Walking Trails Map highlights the top caches around town. Take in many of Tailem Bend’s attractions including Dickson Reserve, the golf course, the ferry and the Rotunda. You can ride this trail or walk it.

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Main Street Attractions A stroll down the main street that encompasses the Railway Park with its loco, the Station Master’s home, the Coorong Art Gallery and Rotunda. Keep an eye out for the main street menagerie and green sheep in the playground.

River Bend Heritage Trail The River Bend Heritage Trail is a loop trail along Australia’s mighty Murray River, between Tailem Bend and Wellington, South Australia. This walking trail includes many sites of interest: 1. Historic Jervois and its buildings of yesteryear 2. Historic dairy properties on the Jervois to Wellington Road 3. Levee bank of the Jervois irrigation lands 4. Murrundi Reserve with opportunity to view the river wildlife 5. East Wellington Pangarinda Botanic Garden 6. Historic Wellington cemetery

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Historic Rail Trail Enjoy a rail themed walk, drive or ride amongst some of Tailem Bend’s buildings that make the town’s history. This Historic Rail Trail will take you for a trip down memory lane and will feature many of the town’s historic facts and anecdotes along the way.

Lower Murray Canoe Trail Council was successful in receiving funding from Department of Environment, Water and Natural Resources through the Fund My Project - Riverine Recovery Program to develop a canoe trail between Tailem Bend and Wellington. The trail aims to educate river users with an understanding and appreciation of the Riverine Environment and History (native fish, birds, vegetation, and environmental water use). It is an interactive canoe/kayak trail featuring, stunning surrounds, interpretive signage and geocaches.

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OCATED 152 kilometres south east of Adelaide on the shores of Lake Albert, Meningie is a charming holiday destination of approximately 1200 people at the northern end of the Coorong. The large number of parks beside the lake, the reeds and the large numbers of birds, all combine to make it a town of particular beauty.

Historically there were five Aboriginal tribal groupings living on the Coorong and in the Meningie district. They made bark and reed canoes, lived on fish and molluscs in the area, and built shelters against the cold Southern Ocean winds. The Indigenous people were decimated by the arrival of Europeans. The combination of smallpox (which raged all the way up the Murray River) and massacres saw the numbers of Aborigines on the Coorong drop from an estimated 3200 in 1842 to a mere 511 by 1874. It is widely accepted that ‘meningie’ is an Aboriginal word meaning ‘mud’. The first European into the area was Captain Charles Sturt who, being assigned to solve the great mystery of why so many rivers flowed westward from the Great Dividing Range (often known as

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the question of whether Australia had an ‘inland sea’) rowed a whale boat down the Murrumbidgee in late 1829 and reached Lake Alexandrina, at the mouth of the Murray River on 9th February, 1830. Following Sturt, the whole area along the Murray was opened up particularly by overlanders who moved sheep and cattle across the land. By the 1840s the area around Meningie had been opened up to large property owners and there was a ferry across the Murray River at Wellington.

Lions Jubilee Park The Lions Jubilee Park in the centre of the town is a delightful spot to enjoy the lake, the many varieties of birds and follow the detailed discovery walk to learn about the history of the Indigenous as well as the European settlement

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of the area. You can also discover the story of John Peggotty, South Australia’s only genuine bushranger who made his escape by riding an ostrich, having learned to ride them in South Africa.

Walking Trails Explore one of the Lions walking trails that skirt the town through scrub, tracks that take in the cemetery, the lookout and seasonal orchid sites which allow you to see the local wild life such as birds and kangaroos.

Cheese Factory Museum The Cheese Factory Museum is an excellent facility opened on January 1st, 2001 as a tribute to the founders and to show people of today how they lived and prospered throughout the district. There is a large display of farm machinery, vehicles and all manner of historical items on display. There is also a fascinating historic tour which you can do which takes you past numerous 19th century buildings in the town. Ask for the brochure at either motel, or in information centre outlets.

Golf, Sailing and Lawn Bowls Clubs The golf, sailing and lawn bowls clubs provide first class facilities and attract many groups from all over South Australia. Meningie has one of the best country golf courses in the State. Accommodation is serviced by two motels, a caravan park and several B&Bs.

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features along the mainland side of the Coorong, which is over 100 kms in length and separated from the Southern Ocean by the sand dunes of the Younghusband Peninsula. It is recommended to visit Parnka Point, Jack Point and 42 Mile Crossing.

4WD Tracks There are many excellent 4WD tracks in the area as well. There is a fascinating drive around Lake Albert which takes in such places as Long Point which offers excellent views along the Coorong, the village of Narrung at the entrance to the lake and Raukkan, the former Point McLeay Mission and now a centre for Aboriginal culture.

Raukkan Church The restored church at Raukkan is the church which appears on the Australian $50 note and the burial place of David Unaipon who is also on the $50 note. He was born at Point McLeay in 1872. He was a preacher, musician, orator and inventor. In 1909 he patented an improved hand piece for sheep shearing. He was the first published Aboriginal writer.

Point Malcolm Lighthouse A short ferry ride and you can see Point Malcolm Lighthouse, the only inland lighthouse in Australia. It was built in 1877 to guide vessels to the Narrows, the channel between Lake Alexandrina and Lake Albert. Cargo services began in 1860 and by the early 20th century there were three services a week between Milang, Narrung and Meningie.

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Coonalpyn

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The community, supported by council, embarked on an arts led regional recovery plan thus ‘Creating Coonalpyn’ was born. It’s now great to once again see the bustle of people stopping to enjoy the businesses, public art and parks in Coonalpyn. The program is a suite of six community projects with outcomes designed to activate spaces and reinvigorate the town. They illustrate the stories, history and fabric of Coonalpyn including South

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STABLISHED in 1909 and like many small towns in regional Australia, Coonalpyn was adversely affected by the millennium drought as well as longer term changes in employment patterns and commercial/services operations. Many businesses closed, leaving the main street less lively than in previous decades.

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Australia’s first silo mural by artist Guido van Helten. Guido arrived in Coonalpyn on the 1st of February 2017 and spent the first week engaging with and photographing members of the community before deciding to paint five Coonalpyn Primary School children on the Viterra silos. The design represents Coonalpyn’s hope for the future. The project took six weeks with Guido using a 38m boom lift to first mark out a reference grid then reproduced the design using 200

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Willalooka 59 mins

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cans of spray paint plus acrylic paint applied with brush and airbrush. Spend some time in Coonalpyn and experience the Creating Coonalpyn Arts Trail.

For more information refer to www.coonalpyn.info or contact Coorong District Council, 95-101 Railway Terrace, Tailem Bend, SA 5260. Phone 1800 785 277 or email council@coorong.sa.gov.au

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Keith

ECOGNISED as the “gateway to the South East and Limestone Coast”, Keith was proclaimed in 1889 with agriculture as its base. Keith is also recognised as the “lucerne capital of Australia” with its distinctive purple paddocks. In the early days, a railway siding was established on the Adelaide SCAN ME FOR line near Mount Monster to serve the MORE INFORMATION pastoral leases that had been taken up in the surrounding district during the 1850s. The Keith district typifies “real Australian countryside”. Today the township services a diverse agricultural area. Visitor information is available at the Gateway to the South East and Limestone Coast Information Bay, BP Service Station at the Dukes, Riddoch Highway junction and Henry and Rose Cafe, Heritage Street, Keith.

Early Settler’s Cottage Built by William Davis in 1894, the cottage is constructed of local limestone and consists of a small four-roomed limestone rubble cottage with a low-pitched iron roof and two massive fireplaces at one end, standing on one of the suburban allotments surveyed around Keith. The cottage has been bought by the National Trust and now operates as a house museum. Davis Cottage is of heritage value as a relic of early agricultural settlement in the Tatiara. Emu Flat

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Padthaway 46 mins

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Don Moseley Memorial Playground is on Heritage Street. Modern toilets are located here as well as a new sport and recreation centre alongside the football oval. Enjoy the mural painted by local artists, cook on the BBQ, or sit in the heritage rotunda and watch the children playing in the playground or riding on the ever popular monorail train.

congregational chapel was built in the heart of Keith in 1899. In 1910 it was replaced by this very handsome church and manse. The manse was sold in 1954. The church became the Uniting Church in 1977, and remained in use until 1987 when it was replaced by a new church on the southern outskirts of the town. Make sure to check out the stunning leadlight windows created by local residents depicting the history of Keith over the last 100 years. Heritage Street. For appointments phone 08 8755 1446 or 0408 149 005.

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First built in 1910 using local stone and labour, it was the only church in the town and parishioners of all denominations attended Sunday services together. The congregational church was very strong in the Tatiara, and a humble

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Ngarkat group of conservation parks cover a total of 270,152 hectares. They include the original Ngarkat and adjoining parks of Mount Rescue, Mount Shaugh and Scorpion Springs. This park features a mixture of mallee and

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heathlands covering a system of remnant coastal dunes. The park has a network of trails ranging from ten minute walks to five hour hikes. It is also home to an array of wildlife including echidnas, pygmypossums, dunnarts, kangaroos, lizards and birds. Take one of the clearly marked 4WD tracks to experience the region’s vast terrain. Most tracks are unsuitable for conventional vehicles. The oneway section of the Border Track closes each year during the fire danger period (mid-November to early April). Please check with National Parks South Australia on 08 8204 1910 for 4WD access and conditions. Camping permits are available online at www.environment.sa.gov. au. Book online before you go at www. parks.sa.gov.au. Produced by TBW Today

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Andy Caldecott Memorial Andy Caldecott (1964-2006) was an off-road motorcycle racer born in Keith. He won the Australian Safari Rally four times consecutively (2000-2003) and was a competitor in the Dakar Rally in 2004 (DNF), 2005 (6th) and 2006. In 2015 Andy was inducted into the Motorcycling SA Hall of Fame. During the 2006 Dakar Rally he won the third stage, but later died from a neck injury suffered when crashing during the

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Local artist James Darling created “Circlework“ to celebrate the cycle of water through the Australian landscape with particular reference to the region’s high table and extensive irrigation industry. A poignant reminder of how important all forms of water are to this area.

ninth stage. Prior to his death he had operated a motorcycle shop in Keith. A memorial for the late Andy Caldecott can be found opposite Don Moseley Park Tourism Hotspot.

Land Rover on a Pole In the 1950s, the AMP Insurance Company funded the development of vast areas of bushland into farmland, resulting in a large period of growth for Keith. The AMP Memorial to this land development scheme consists of a Land Rover on a pole and one of the original Wiles Huts. The Wiles Hut is one of about 50 occupied by workers on the scheme and was made of two prefabricated steel motor garages built by the Wiles Industrial Company of Mile End, and the early Land Rover was essential to off-road travel. The memorial was erected in 1995.

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ELCOME to Bordertown - the gateway to the State’s eastern border. Situated on the Dukes Highway, Bordertown is 280kms from Adelaide and 450kms from Melbourne. The town was established in 1852 adjacvent to the Tatiara Creek and was the site of a basecamp created by police inspector Alfred Tolmer who was in charge of the gold escorts from the Victorian goldfields to Adelaide. These historic escorts saved the infant state of South Australia from bankruptcy. Their importance is recognised by the granite stone markers and plaques along the gold route.

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Officially opened in 2011 by Bob Hawke, the redeveloped Tatiara Civic Centre is considered the region’s premier venue and art space which features the Tatiara District Council Offices and Chambers, public library, art gallery, theatre, cinema, main stage, conference facilities and the Bob Hawke collection. A recent addition is the Tourism Hot Spot and Visitor Information Outlet.

Bob Hawke is one of Australia’s most iconic Prime Ministers and was born on 9th December, 1929, in Bordertown. The gallery features a collection of photographs, newspaper clippings, cartoons, paintings and memorabilia acknowledging and celebrating Bordertown as the birth place of our former Prime Minister.

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Tolmer Park consists of lovely old red gums and sweeping lawns alongside Tatiara Creek. The interpretive signs and walks in the park will give you a brief history of the Bordertown area, and the picturesque park has several red gum artworks and outdoor tables and chairs. Overlooking the park is the Morning Loaf Bakery - built around the old police station. Alongside, the old gaol has been converted to toilets. Well worth a visit.

The Bordertown Recreation Lake was created after the development of a by-pass near the centre of the town in 1988. There are walking trails around the lake, a jetty and three public artworks - the Crooked Tank, the Horse Fence and the Sluice Gates. Fishing is a popular pastime, with the lake regularly stocked with yabbies, redfin, perch and other breeds of fish. Canoeing is another suitable leisure activity. Swimming in not permitted. It’s a great picnic spot, with a shelter and electric BBQ. There’s a toilet nearby and a toilet dump for caravans and motor homes.

Wildlife Park The famous Bordertown Wildlife Park was developed in 1968 and is situated just near the turn-off from the Dukes Highway at the eastern entrance of the town. In the park are Western Grey Kangaroos and Dama Wallabies as well as a variety of birdlife. Visitors are able to drive or walk right around the 4.5-hectare park and its inhabitants are all quite easily observed through the fence. Please note entrance to the park is not permitted and as the animals’ diets are monitored, feeding is also no allowed.

Clayton Farm A visit to Bordertown would not be complete without spending some time at the faithfully restored Clayton Farm. Just 3kms from the town centre, the Bordertown and District Agricultural Museum has a recently restored and refurbished homestead and a comprehensive range of vintage farm machinery where you can experience farm life as it was more than a century ago when the original settlers - the Wiese family - first occupied the land.

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Padthaway

Padthaway Caravan Park Situated at 75 Beeamma-Parsons Road in a tranquil garden setting overlooking the Padthaway Valley and surrounding vineyards. It has immaculate facilities and is located 500 metres from the township and is adjacent to natural bushland.

Apex Park This beautiful park in the heart of the town is a popular picnic area with a coin operated barbecue and new modern toilet facilities set in two acres of lush green lawns,

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HE picturesque village of Padthaway is situated on the Riddoch Highway about thirty minutes south of Keith. The district population of just over 200 is mostly engaged in primary production, including vines and wineries, onions, cropping, mixed farming and seed SCAN ME FOR production. It’s close to the Coonawarra, MORE INFORMATION Wrattonbully and Mount Benson wine regions. Rows of vineyards thread down either side of the Riddoch Highway. Padthaway, like many South Australian wine regions, has a warm climate, good rainfall and the terra rossa soil (soil that gives the grapes a special flavour due to the limestone layers) the Limestone Coast area is known for. This produces wines with great flavour and intensity. Grape vines span more than 62 kilometres of land. Padthaway has a cluster of small shops located in the heart of town.

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shrubs, shady gum trees and a state of the art skatepark.

Padthaway Marker Carved from a huge block of local green granite and exaggerated metal trellising, the Padthaway Marker represents horticulture, agriculture and viticulture.

Farmer’s Leap Provides Padthaway’s newest Cellar Door located 4kms south of Padthaway. Serves coffee and cake, lunch, pizza, platters and wine.

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P a d tha wa y Historic Padthaway Homestead The majestic Padthaway Homestead was built in 1882 by Scotsman Robert Lawson for his wife Eliza. Nestled deep in the heart of quality vineyards, Padthaway Homestead is renowned for its fascinating history. The old woolshed, built in

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1901, houses the Padthaway Estate Winery where “Eliza” was produced on Australia’s only traditional French Cochard Champagne press. The grounds are currently not open to the public.

Padthaway Conservation Park Occupying an area of almost 1000

hectares, the park has a variety of enjoyable bushwalking tracks which are accessible from the caravan park. Valley View Park and Gardens host an extensive range of native birds and animals such as koalas, wallabies, kangaroos and possums. Native trees and flowers are set in beautiful landscaped terraces, only eight kilometres from the town

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Padthaway Golf Course Padthaway offers excellent sporting services including a nine hole winter Golf Course. Visitors are welcome to this country style course, uniquely carved out of bushland, adjoining the Caravan Park.

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Stay Local If you are looking to stay, Kingston SE hosts an array of accommodation options to suit your style, family and budget, from luxurious apartments, cosy bed and breakfasts, holiday homes, hotels and motels to camping under the stars. You can even bring your canine on their own little holiday at the local boarding kennel or in the pet friendly holiday accommodation. There are two parks located at each end of the town. The Maria Creek RV Park offers a 48 hour stay for just $10 and is situated right on the beach front, adjacent to the jetty and walking distance from local stores. If you are looking for a longer stay the Pinks Beach RV Park offers a maximum of five nights stay. Both of these RV parks allow motor homes, caravans, camper vans, Wicked vans and 4x4 campers. If these arrangements don’t suit your needs, why not try out the Kingston Foreshore Caravan Park. Right on the foreshore and a short walk from the town, not only does the Kingston Foreshore Caravan Park have a beautiful beachfront to relax and enjoy, it provides a range of accommodation. From unpowered sites through to deluxe cabin accommodation, to suit families, singles, Melbourne to Adelaide travellers and those looking for the perfect spot to enjoy the peace and quiet whilst rediscovering the delights of an unhurried getaway.

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information and details about all the forthcoming local events. The VIO is open Monday to Friday 8.30am–5.00pm. Visitor information is available from the Kingston Foreshore Caravan Park on weekends from 8.00am-6.00pm. Shop, Eat and Drink Local Kingston SE features an array of retail stores from homewares, gifts, fashion and wellness to art, candy and toys along with local fine foods and produce such as honey, meat and fish in selected stores. Meander through the boutique shops throughout the main streets, however, be sure to keep an eye out for the hidden gems. Enjoy the many indulgences that Kingston SE has to offer in the local cafes, takeaway stores, hotels and bakeries. For lovers of fine wine, experience the spirit, friendliness and hospitality of the Mount Benson winemakers and their families. Indulge in the delights of the regional essence, aromas and cellar door ambience of the Mount Benson wine region. Renowned for its limestone and terra rossa soils, that combined with a maritime, cool climate, the Mount Benson wine region produces wines of exceptional quality, interest and character. Experience the unique varieties each cellar door has to offer and stay for a gourmet platter and a game of Finska as you take in the surrounds.

overlooking the Lacepede Bay and no one needs to be told twice to go fishing, experiencing Kingston SE’s local events will be the icing to an amazing getaway.

Trust Museum Step back into history to view the museum’s extensive collection in the original 1876 J.J. Jarman building, 23 Cooke Street. See the amazing and intriguing items which give you a snapshot into Kingston SE’s coastal and farming past. For all ages – well worth a visit. Open from 10.00am–12.00pm during school holidays or by appointment, 0427 172 774.

Heritage Trail First established as a private town in 1858 by statesman and benefactor George Strickland Kingston, it began

as a lively settlement with first settlers Archibald and James Cooke, initiators of sea trade and instigators of a railway, further developing it. Declared a safe harbour by the government in 1865, Kingston SE became a busy and bustling seaport. Adjacent Rosetown continued as a private enterprise on the northern side of Maria Creek, but eventually the townships merged into one thriving town complete with banks, hotels, commercial centre and its own court house and post office. Kingston SE offers a self-guided walking tour to its history of which features 25 sites and has been designed to provide visitors with some background into the significant old buildings that give Kingston SE its unique yet relaxed character. Further information is available from the Visitor Information Outlet.

Cape Jaffa Lighthouse Originally situated on the Margaret Brock Reef, 8 kilometres out to sea from Cape Jaffa, this lighthouse became Australia’s first lighthouse to be dismantled and re-located onshore. From its commanding position on Kingston SE’s foreshore, it offers spectacular views from the top deck as well as a glimpse into the incredible life of the lightkeeper in a very challenging workplace! Open from 1.00pm–3.00pm during school holidays or by appointment, 0427 854 175.

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Located approximately 300 kilometres south of Adelaide, lies the Limestone Coast’s hidden gem, Kingston SE. Experience some of the safest beaches in South Australia, RV parks, visitor facilities, parks and gardens, sporting and recreational facilities and excellent recreational fishing. The small seaside town is the perfect destination to holiday, its central location is ideal to stay and explore the nearby towns such as Robe, Beachport, Naracoorte, Millicent, Penola and Mount Gambier.

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ESTLED on the picturesque waters of Lacepede Bay and home to the famous ‘Larry the Lobster’, Kingston SE is an ideal place for holidaymakers and families to relax and unwind. There is much to like about Kingston SE, the fishing, local shops and cafes, seafood, wine, local produce, safe beaches, fantastic local events and great parks.

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Think beautiful, serene, pristine, safe sandy beaches and you have described Kingston SE. Ideal for swimming, fishing, windsurfing, sailing and relaxing. No shoulder to shoulder summer crowds, just metres and metres of beach to enjoy with the regular picturesque sunsets over the water. You may even spot dolphins and seals frolicking in the shallow waters of the bay. Weather, tides and vehicle type permitting the beaches north and south of the township can be driven on. The 200 kilometre long stretch of beach between Kingston and the Murray Mouth is known as the Coorong. Situated 20 kilometres north of Kingston SE is also the popular rock formation known as the Granites.

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Looking to relax and unwind whilst the children play, Kingston SE has plenty of places and spaces to play. The Kingston SE foreshore offers a large grassed area, perfect for a game of cricket, kite flying or a kick of the football overlooking the stunning Lacepede Bay including toilet and electric BBQ facilities. The two main parks located in the township both offer a secure children’s playground, large grassed areas, toilet facilities, electric BBQs, outdoor seating and their own unique part of the town’s history. Located at the entrance to town, the Apex Park’s unique features include a skate park a 6ft tall blue-grey Keratophyre quartz rock. Weighing approximately 5 tonnes, the quartz rock was quarried from natural outcrops on the Keilira property of the late Mr Peter Vanderpeer. It serves as a memorial to the ill-fated passengers and crew of the Brigantine ‘Maria’ which was wrecked off of Cape Jaffa in 1840. The Maria Creek which runs adjacent to the park takes its name from this tragedy. A short walk across Maria Creek is the Sundial of Human Involvement. The Lions Park, located at Hanson Street is home to the Power House Engine Cottage which houses a 50 year old power engine. Logging over 100,000 hours whilst in service, the power engine provided electricity to Kingston SE until 1974. The engine was originally shipped from England to ‘Port Jackson’ in 1946. Demonstrations are still carried out to this day.

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The Big Lobster, affectionately known as ‘Larry’, was born in 1979 after being designed and built by Paul Kelly. The original idea came from a similar concept the Backler family discovered in the USA in the mid-1970s. Their plan for the project in Kingston SE featured the promotion of south eastern seafood, wine and cheese. Standing 17 metres tall, Larry is regarded as one of the most impressive of Australia’s Big Things, so make sure you tick it off your bucket list when visiting Kingston SE.

Kingston SE also offers a wide range of sporting and recreational activities such as tennis, golf, sailing, lawn bowls or go for a walk along the extensive network of cycle and walking tracks. The tracks link the township’s recreational areas together, running through the Maria Creek Reserve and along the entire length of the foreshore which provides a safe environment for pedestrians, cyclists and exercise enthusiasts. Sections of the track are lit after dark with motion detected led lights. If you are up for an adventure, take a detour from life and explore the many national parks the district has to offer such as Butchers Gap Conservation Park, Mount Scott Conservation Park, Jip Jip Conservation Park and the internationally renowned Coorong National Park.

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N the heart of South Australia’s hidden gem the Limestone Coast, midway between Adelaide and Melbourne, lies the Naracoorte Lucindale district. Naracoorte is home to the World Heritage listed Naracoorte Caves. World Heritage listed because of the importance of the fossils at the site, SCAN ME FOR preserving Australia’s most complete MORE INFORMATION marsupial fossil record. Join an adventure caving tour at the Naracoorte Caves or choose the leisurely option of a walk through Stick Tomato. Enjoy the magnificent scenery and listen for the creatures of the wetlands at Bool Lagoon, a Ramsar wetland of international significance. The lagoon is home to wildlife and is an essential refuge for birds. A boardwalk over the wetlands, gives the feeling of walking on water.

Popular events are the Taste the Limestone Coast Festival in February, Lucindale’s South East Field Days in March, Yakka Park Music Festival in April, Naracoorte Swap Meet in May, and the Taskforce 72 Regatta in November. At the Sheep’s Back Museum discover how the wool industry developed culminating with the unique ‘Robotic Shearer’. Outside explore the wonderful collection of old buildings depicting the struggles of the early settlers. Sit in the old school room, drop into the post office, view a typical “dunny” and explore the farm machinery shed. The Limestone Coast Landscapes display provides an excellent overview of the natural history of the region, showing the local topography and the formation of the Naracoorte Caves. The Market Square Recreation Area, Memorial Parklands and Naracoorte Creek Walk offer something for everyone.

Naracoorte Visitor Information Centre The Naracoorte Visitor Information Centre has a wonderful range of reasonably priced locally made goodies to take home or give as genuine Australian gifts and provides local intelligence on events, activities and attractions. Integrated with the Naracoorte Visitor Information Centre, the Sheep’s Back Museum, housed in an 1870s flour mill, tells the stories of the Australian wool industry. Naracoorte Visitor Information Centre is open Monday to Friday 9am-5pm, Saturday and Sunday 10am-4pm. Closed on Christmas Day and Good Friday. Located at 36 MacDonnell Street. Phone 08 8762 1399. Email: naracoortevic@nlc.sa.gov.au.

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Naracoorte Town Square The Naracoorte Town Square, in the centre of Naracoorte, is a popular gathering spot for the community as well as providing an ideal spot to stop and enjoy lunch. The town square is home to the Naracoorte Soundshell which is the focal point for community activities such as Australia Day celebrations, Christmas carols and the Taste the Limestone Coast Festival. The town square also hosts the Naracoorte War Memorial. Take a moment to reflect on the sacrifice of people who have served Australia and complete a lap of the paved Walk of Honour. The War Memorial is the focal point for Anzac Day and Remembrance Day commemorations and includes a gun-howitzer. There are tables and chairs available for picnics and the green lawn and shade is great for stretching your legs or relaxing. There are also public toilets.

The Walk of Honour Starting at the Naracoorte Town Square, the Walk of Honour lists all the people from the Naracoorte district who served in the First World War (WWI) and in the Light Horse Regiment, the Second World War (WWII), Vietnam War and Korean War. The Walk of Honour is a reproduction of the people who are recognised on the honour boards in the Naracoorte Town Hall. The Walk of Honour provides a lasting memorial to people from the Naracoorte district who served our country.

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Naracoorte Heritage Trail The Naracoorte Town Square is the starting point for the Naracoorte Heritage Trail which focuses on points of historical interest in and around Naracoorte. There are ten markers around the Naracoorte Town Square telling the stories behind how and why Naracoorte was established in its location, and how it has evolved since its establishment 150 years ago. Each marker tells the story of the building or site which can be viewed from the square.

Market Square Recreation Area Located on MacDonnell Street, Naracoorte, is the recreation precinct with something for everyone. An enclosed playground, skate park, basketball half court, dog park, picnic areas and toilets. The picnic area is inside the playground and is suitable for all weather with a gazebo covering the tables. The modern playground includes swings, flying fox, monkey bars and a seesaw. A basket swing and roundabout swing have mechanisms to lock wheelchairs into place, so that nobody misses out on having a good time. Dogs will love the dog friendly park where they can exercise unleashed and owners can relax as the park is fenced. Please ensure your dog remains under effective control and you follow the “rules of use“ of the park. There is a water fountain and public toilets for visitors’ convenience. Long vehicle parking is available.

Naracoorte Swimming Lake Swim in natural beauty set in glorious grounds. The Naracoorte

Swimming Lake is a swimming pool with a difference! The huge man-made lake with concrete floor and walls and chlorinated water ranges from 1m to 2m deep in the middle of the pool. There are shallow sections for the littlies, deeper sections for lane swimming, a diving pontoon and an enclosed children’s area. The shaded ankle deep section is the perfect place for toddlers to splash around, and the sandy beach is perfect for kids to build sandcastles. There is plenty of shade and space on the sand or green grass to roll out your towel. Spend a day here and just chill out and relax. Admission is free. Open from late November until 31 March. Every Saturday at 8.00am the Naracoorte Swimming Lake is the starting point for the Naracoorte Lake Parkrun - a 5km run - it’s you against the clock. Find out more at www.parkrun.com.au/ naracoortelake

Memorial Parklands Located on Price Avenue and Memorial Drive, the Memorial Parklands offer something for all ages. Get fit on the adult exercise equipment, stroll or jog the 1.1 kilometre walking track or relax on the wide, open green space. The local children love the nature play area where they can climb, play in the sandpit and play with water. Have a picnic or relax under the shaded gazebo, where there are tables and seats. Dogs are welcome to exercise off their leash and there’s even a dog drinking fountain to quench their thirst after a runaround. Gares Swamp, adjacent to Memorial Parklands, is 2 hectares of native flora and fauna, wetlands and natural vegetation. Produced by TBW Today

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Pioneer Park, situated on MacDonnell Street, Naracoorte, is a great spot to view the township of Naracoorte. Stop for a picnic or BBQ and enjoy the wide green lawn and undercover BBQ area. Of interest to train buffs is the 1877 V9 class steam locomotive - the only one in Australia! From Pioneer Park, it’s only a short walk to the CBD. Explore the 50th anniversary memorial of the municipality of Naracoorte and the commemoration of the pioneering families of Naracoorte. The park was the former NaracoorteKincraig Cemetery.

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A destination for all seasons and can be explored on self-guided, guided and adventure caving tours.

The Naracoorte Caves is one of only two known breeding places for the critically endangered southern bent-wing bat. On the Bat Centre and Blanche Cave Tour watch and learn about the fascinating activities of the southern bentwing bats, in the Bat Observation Centre, via infrared camera, see the bats move about their maternity chamber. The tour then heads into the majestic Blanche Cave where in winter, you may see bats hibernating in a huddle on the cave roof. The tour incorporates a stroll through Blanche Cave. Tour duration is approx. 1 hour. In summer at dusk, from above ground, watch the bats’ spectacular flight from the Bat Cave as they head out for a feed of insects. If you’re an early riser, you can also see them return at dawn.

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The tour takes you through several decorated chambers on the way to the Fossil Chamber. You’ll get the chance to analyse complete skeletons of megafauna species. Tour duration: approx. 1 hour, including up to a half hour in the Fossil Chamber.

Alexandra Cave Alexandra is a good introduction to the geology of the region and how the caves were formed. The 30 minute walk is easy, with plenty of opportunities to photograph the exceptional cave formations. Tour duration: approx. 30 minutes.

Fox Cave Fox Cave is an interesting and

exciting three-hour experience. After a tight entrance, there are high-ceilinged chambers, wide passages, low crawls and some exquisitely decorated areas. Guided tours: Cave tours daily from 9.30am to 3.30pm. Adventure tours available - explore caves by torchlight. Please book. Fee applies. Amenities: Caravan park, camping area, BBQ and picnic areas, walking tracks, kiosk. Located 12kms south of Naracoorte via Penola Road. Phone 08 8762 2340.

watch children enjoy the caving experience.

This adventure tour includes lots of good crawls and squeezes. It’s suitable for the energetic and those who love a challenge.

Stick-Tomato Cave offers a great tour for the entire family. The squeezes and challenges are optional, allowing parents to

Starburst Chamber

Yulgilbar Wood Gallery

This tour visits the Starburst Chamber and other spectacular parts of the Victoria Fossil Cave. The crawl is reasonably long, but less strenuous than Fox Cave.

A unique and diverse range of handcrafted works, brought to life in aged redgum and local timbers

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The Naracoorte Creek Walk follows the Naracoorte Creek through the township of Naracoorte. It’s popular with locals for a quiet stroll or to keep fit. It is pedestrian, bicycle and gopher friendly. Approximately 5kms in length it can be completed as a loop or in sections. The Creek Walk encompasses the Naracoorte Nature Park where wildlife can be spotted. The walk passes the Naracoorte Cemetery where you can explore the monuments and gravestones that are an important part of Naracoorte’s heritage. During the swimming season, cool off at the Naracoorte Swimming Lake. Along the way there are tables and seats to rest, have a picnic or just take in the views and beautiful scenery. Picnic areas are located near Riverside Drive and Wheeler Court. For a free map call into the Naracoorte Visitor Information Centre, MacDonnell Street.

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Science and theatre come together at the Wonambi Fossil Centre, the park’s visitor centre, to provide a snapshot of ancient Naracoorte. Step back in time and discover what Naracoorte was like over 200,000 years ago. Palaeontologists have been studying the fossils and bones found in the caves for over 30 years. From them they have been able to determine the range of species that made up Naracoorte’s ancient animal communities. Around 120 species of vertebrate animals have been recorded to date. They represent four of the major vertebrate groups: amphibians, reptiles, birds and mammals. The interpretive centre also shows you how the caves have acted as pitfall traps, dens and roosts for more than 500,000 years, leading to a vast accumulation of skeletal remains of

reptiles, birds and mammals. The Fossil Centre recreates a time when the local animal community was more diverse than today. For example, 200,000 years ago there were some 20 kangaroo species in the area. Now there are just four. Come and enjoy fossil displays and a walk-through diorama with lifesized models of extinct animals in their ancient habitats.

Bool Lagoon Game Reserve and Hacks Lagoon life, Hacks Lagoon offers another wetland habitat to explore. Fees apply to enter and camp at these parks. Book online before you go at www.parks.sa.gov.au.

Lucindale Lucindale is a small country town with a community that’s big on hospitality. Join the 22,000 people who flock to Yakka Park for the South East Field Days in March. See exhibits on agriculture, technology, craft and services. Other significant events hosted at Yakka Park include the Yakka Park Music Festival held each year in April and the annual Lucindale Camp draft at Easter.

Easter Tennis Tournament Also at Easter, competitors and spectators from all over South Australia gather at the Lucindale Country Club to play on the Limestone Coast’s only lawn courts at the Easter Tennis Tournament. The Lucindale Country Club also boasts a scenic 18-hole, fully watered golf course with excellent clubrooms.

Art in the Sticks Usually held on the October long week is a unique collaborative event set in the stunning surrounds of ancient gum trees, lush paddocks and historic buildings on ‘Cluain’, south of Lucindale. Complementing the range of art on offer are ‘hands on’ workshops, live music, poetry performances, artistled rambles through the exhibition spaces, food offerings, local wines and boutique beers. The terra rossa red gum country around Lucindale also produces wine grapes of the highest quality. The Lucindale Historical Society Museum features a collection of restored local buildings and a fascinating range of local history, Aboriginal artefacts, wartime memorabilia and pioneer machinery. Produced by TBW Today

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OCATED approximately 10kms north of Penola on the Riddoch Highway, Coonawarra is 60kms east of Millicent via Penola, and 95kms east of Beachport via Kangaroo Inn. Coonawarra is part of the Limestone Coast Tourism Region. Its secret lies in the magical marriage of rich red terra rossa soil, limestone, pure underground water and a long cool ripening season. Coonawarra offers visitors wine tastings at, in excess of twenty cellar doors. The local industries of Coonawarra are viticulture, agriculture, horticulture and SCAN ME FOR MORE INFORMATION tourism.

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In 1890 John Riddoch subdivided 1000 acres, which he sold to local people to establish the Penola Fruit Colony. Riddoch’s first vintage was in 1897. The Penola Fruit Colony became known as Coonawarra. Riddoch’s original cellars, now Wynn’s Coonawarra Estate, is a local landmark and popular tourist attraction. Coonawarra offers visitors the opportunity to taste quality red and white premium wines. A comprehensive list of cellar doors and their open times is available at the Penola Coonawarra Visitor Centre on 08 8737 2855.

Who was John Riddoch? Scottish born John Riddoch was a prominent figure in Penola and Coonawarra’s history. He settled in the area in 1861 and had a profound impact on the district. His crowning achievement was the establishment of the Penola Fruit Colony in 1890 which was renamed Coonawarra in 1897. This sowed the seed of Coonawarra’s internationally renowned wines. The two-storey mansion “Yallum Park” was completed for John Riddoch in 1880. Many of the early buildings in the district were opened or had their foundation stones laid by this man of vision. He was a local Member of Parliament for many years and the Riddoch Highway is named to acknowledge his contribution.

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Famous Reds Think Coonawarra, and thoughts of sumptuous reds spring to mind – from the rich rust-coloured terra rossa soil for which it’s internationally recognised, to the

prized red wines that have made it famous. There are the ruddy cheeks of those who tend the vines; the crimson sunsets that sweep across a vast horizon; and of course, there’s the fiery passion in the veins of the vignerons and

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winemakers. The ageability of Coonawarra wines are world class, and it’s what sets their wines apart from others; a fact endorsed by generations of collectors around the world, who have cellared them for up to 60 years. Together, the landscape, and the people and their passion work in harmony to create a signature wine region that delivers on a myriad of levels, from the truly magnificent rust-red earth below to the lush, vivid green vines and big blue skies above, the cool cabernet sauvignons, shirazes, chardonnays and rieslings have made Coonawarra one of the world’s greatest appellations.

Vigneron’s Cup The Coonawarra Vigneron’s Cup in mid-January is a highlight of the country race calendar, attracting over 3000 visitors keen to soak up the atmosphere of a great meet. Join members of the Coonawarra Grape and Wine Incorporated as they host up to 700 guests in their lavish marquee savouring a selection of beautiful sparkling, red and white wines, delicious gourmet food, and enjoying the thrills of spirited bidding at the in-house auctions. And if that’s not enough, there’s always the Fashions on the Field to recognise the best dressed race-goers. It’s a great day, not to be missed.

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After Dark Weekend Experience all the thrills, excitement and the lights of vintage as Coonawarra wineries open their doors to visitors at the peak of the grape harvest (vintage) in April. Join in the annual grape stomp, enjoy the region’s best homemade pizzas, or the ever-popular Greek banquet, or simply dance the night away with friends.

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celebrate the region’s rich history and artistic talents over four days with working artists, performances, exhibitions, workshops, walking tours, fabulous food and fine wine. The Penola Coonawarra Arts Festival is one of regional Australia’s leading arts festivals. It celebrates the literary and arts heritage of Penola and the fine wines of Coonawarra as well as the region’s premium produce. www.artsfestival.com.au

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The Coonawarra wine region offers visitors a delicious selection of fresh local produce and dining experiences. Start the day with a gourmet breakfast and freshly ground coffee or pick up a pastry at the local bakery whilst reading a newspaper from the shop nearby. For lunch visit one of the cellar doors who offer food or stock up a picnic basket with cheese, wine and antipasto from the local store and relax on the lawn at one of the wineries or take in the vineyard views whilst savouring a long lunch. In the evening select from an array of dining options from casual eateries, contemporary cuisine and some of South Australia’s best regional dining experiences.

Coonawarra Cabernet Celebrations Each year in October the Coonawarra wine region celebrates its iconic wine variety: Cabernet Sauvignon. Coonawarra Cabernet Celebrations embraces up to 30 events focussed on wine, food and music. Celebrations extend over the entire month. Popular events like Retrospective Tastings – which showcase vintage wines with more current releases, will still be available. However, there will be more opportunities to participate in food and wine related events to highlight the region’s growing food credentials.

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Coonawarra Cellar Dwellers For the month of July each year, Coonawarra will dig out some treasures from their cellars to offer visitors a rare opportunity to taste

and buy aged wine. Coonawarra wines are well known for their ageing ability and Cellar Dwellers provides the region with an opportunity to showcase wines that are otherwise not available for tasting.

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ENOLA is located approximately 390kms south of Adelaide and 424kms west of Melbourne. Penola is in the east of the Wattle Range Council area. It is 50kms from Millicent and 80kms from Beachport. The local industries are agriculture, viticulture, horticulture, forestry, natural gas, SCAN ME FOR tourism. MORE INFORMATION Scottish born Alexander Cameron and a pastoral pioneer who squatted in the area in 1845, formally founded Penola as a private township in 1850. He invited Mary MacKillop to Penola as governess to his children. She co-founded the religious order, The Sisters of St Joseph, with local priest and scientist Julian Tenison Woods. Cameron also invited Christopher Sharam to Penola, as his bootmaker. Sharam built his slab cottage in Petticoat Lane in 1850. Another prominent figure in Penola’s history was Scottish born John Riddoch, who settled in the area in 1861. His crowning achievement was the establishment, in 1890, of the Penola Fruit Colony, which became known as Coonawarra in 1897.

John Riddoch Centre Discover the fascinating history and former famous residents of the region when visiting the John Riddoch Centre. This multi-faceted centre incorporates: • The Penola/Coonawarra Visitor Information Centre – with a wide range of brochures, maps and souvenirs.

numerous prize winning pieces from the Penola Coonawarra Arts Festival. Open daily 9am-5pm and 10am4pm on weekends and public holidays. 27 Arthur Street, Penola. Phone 08 8737 2855. www.wattlerange.sa.gov.au

Sharam, his wife, nine sons and six daughters at the interpretive site behind the original slab hut cottage and venture along the lane to the Old Rectory, Gammon and Wilson cottages as this intriguing heritage site vividly portrays the pioneer living standards of the 1890s. Donations are gratefully accepted by the Penola Branch of the National Trust.

Penola Conservation Park Approximately 10kms west of Penola off the Robe Road, a signposted interpretative walk guides visitors further into the park, with picnic areas and bird viewing.

Coonawarra Park Situated on Memorial Drive in Coonawarra, commemorates the beginnings of the fruit colony with plaques, sculptures, barbecue facilities, tables and seating.

Penola War Memorial Park Located on Church Street. A popular lunch spot. Tourist information map, barbecue facilities, playground, public toilets, skate park and free public swimming pool open

Cameron Park Located on Neilson Street, off Davis Crescent. BMX track.

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• The Local History Room – providing an extensive collection of records. • The Wattle Range Council Offices – serving the community. • Local History Display – featuring an overview of agricultural, economic and social history. • The John Shaw Neilson Acquisitive Art Gallery – with

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Royal Oak Hotel 31 Church Street, Penola. Mary MacKillop’s uncle, Alexander Cameron, opened the Royal Oak Hotel in 1848 with one of the earliest hotel licences in South Australia.

Walk with History and Talking App A heritage walk, marked by posts with heritage badges and green arrows, takes you past the major places of historic interest in the township. A brochure for this is available at the Penola Coonawarra Visitor Information Centre. Visitors will also enjoy exploring Penola’s art galleries, specialty shops and restaurants, many of which are open seven days a week. The “Walk with History” is suitable for all ages and takes around an hour and a half at a leisurely pace to complete. Cars can be parked at the John Riddoch Centre, formerly

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Considered “Living History”, this impressive two storey Victorian Mansion was built in 1880. Antique furnishings throughout (some original) and many features including a magnificent stained glass window and English wallpapers allow you to step back in time and experience a bygone era. Contact the Penola Coonawarra Visitor Information Centre for guided tour times.

the Mechanics Institute, which now houses the Local History Collection and acclaimed display. It is ideally designed as a walk. Many take advantage of the set path and cycle it or even in the colder weather do it as a drive and view the sights from the comfort of their vehicle. This informative, self-guided walk provides an opportunity to view architecture, historical sights and find out about the notable inhabitants of the past. The walk winds its way through the heritage precincts, streets and laneways of Penola and there is simply no better way to explore the rich historical and cultural tapestry of the town.

Yallum Park Portland Street, Penola. This purpose-built school building was completed in May 1867 after Mary

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Slab Homestead Portland Street, Penola. The cottage Mary lived in when she first moved to Penola in 1860. Previously located on Old Penola Station.

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park located opposite the Father Woods Tree containing timber sculptures of Father Julian Tenison Woods and Mary MacKillop, along with interpretive signage.

Father Woods Tree Riddoch Highway, Glenroy (21km north of Penola). Mary MacKillop first met Father Julian Tenison Woods while working in Penola as a governess. Father Woods could often be found preparing sermons and celebrating mass beneath the shelter of the towering River Red Gums.

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coolclimate, maritime-influenced wines which have already begun to make waves within a very competitive Australian wine industry. Pass through the region and you begin to appreciate the lifestyle that the people lead here, grazing sheep, tending to crops and fishing for crayfish, intermittently broken up with a trip to the beach to relax the mind and soul. This is the sense of place we aim to convey in every bottle of wine we produce.

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UST 350kms south east of Adelaide on the shores of Guichen Bay, this charming seaside town has a colourful and interesting history that goes back to the 1840s and by appearances, has changed little since the late 19th Century. The spectacular expanse of beaches around the town means you’ll always find a private spot to enjoy a variety of water sports or a spot of fishing. Activities include Tiger Moth flights at the aerodrome on the Millicent Road, boating, bowls, fishing (beach, rock, surf), sailing, golf, squash, surfing, swimming (beach), tennis, water skiing, walking, bike riding, kayaking, kite surfing, and the home of Mahalia Coffee. Festivals: Surf Carnival - Easter weekend, Robe Primary School Fete - Easter Saturday, Blessing of the Fleet - last weekend in September, Southern Ocean Art Prize - October, Southern Ports Golf Tournament February/ March. See Visitor Information Centre for more details.

Cape Jaffa 41 mins

Robe Coonawarra 74 mins Penola 70 mins

Beachport 55 mins Millicent 55 mins

Kalangadoo 75 mins Glencoe 74 mins

Tantanoola 66 mins

Carpenter Rocks 90 mins The Obelisk Robe’s Obelisk was erected on Cape Dombey in 1852, and used to navigate the entrance to Guichen Bay and to store rocket lifesaving equipment. The firing of rockets, carrying baskets to distressed ships to bring passengers ashore, saved many lives. The Obelisk was believed to have been painted with its renowned red and white stripes so it could be clearly seen from 20km out to sea. The erosion of the land surrounding the Obelisk means that it will eventually fall away.

ROBE VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE Robe is located in one of the most diverse and beautiful regions. Situated along SA’s magnificent Limestone Coast, this historic coastal village has an abundance of attractions on offer. Indulge yourself with award winning local wines, quality regional produce and a vast collection of fresh seafood. Explore the rugged coastal cliffs and encounter Robe’s historical past. Relax and unwind during your stay in premium accommodation, run by our friendly locals.

Visitor Information and Historical Interpretation Centre Find out more about this quaint village when you see the visual display on the history of Robe. All visitor information is available. Open Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm; Saturday and Sunday 10am-4pm; public holidays 10am-1pm. Open every day except Christmas Day. Mundy Terrace. Phone 08 8768 2465.

Make the Robe Visitor Information Centre your first stop for: • Tourist information, brochures and maps • Information about local events and activities • Souvenirs, gifts, local product and artwork • Historical interpretative display • Free Wi-Fi • Public Library Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9am-5pm Saturday 10am-4pm Sunday & Public Holidays 10am-2pm (Hours may vary in the low season)

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George Danby, youngest son of the Rev. Sir Robert Affleck, Baronet of Dalham Hall, Suffolk.

Historic Caledonia Inn Now named The Caledonia Inn at Robe was built in 1859 by fairly well-to-do Scotsman, Peter McQueen. The building has many early historic associations of interest. Ships’ doors and some of the timbers used in its construction came from the Dutch ship “Koning Willem De Tweede” and the “Phaeton”, both of which were wrecked in Guichen Bay (named by the French explorer, Captain Nicholas Baudin, in 1802, just prior to his meeting with Matthew Flinders at Encounter Bay).

Lake Fellmongery Set aside for water sports the lake has a good boat ramp and a small beach with barbecue, picnic and toilet facilities.

Surfing and Kite Surfing

Built over 100 years ago by William Trail MacLean who arrived from Edinburgh in 1861, the ground floor was used as a living area and the upper storey as a tailor’s workshop.

There are some great surfing and kite surfing locations along the Robe coastline. For more information on surfing schools, kite surfing operators and hot spots, contact the Visitor Information Centre. The local surf shop is a good source for inside information.

Beacon Hill

Royal Circus

A drive up to Beacon Hill offers panoramic views of the Robe township, the Southern Ocean, the Little Dip Conservation Park and Guichen Bay.

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The Royal Circus was used as a turning circle for the bullocks transporting cargo to and from the port of Robe. The first survey line was struck with the theodolite from the Royal Circus with the streets of Robe Town radiating from that

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Opposite the Foreshore, Mundy Terrace, Robe Phone: (08) 8768 2465 or 1300 367 144 Email: robetourism@plain.sa.gov.au Web: www.robe.sa.gov.au/explore

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Lucindale 57 mins

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Lake Butler Marina Lake Butler was once a natural lake, where fishermen moored their boats in Guichen Bay in the summer and pulled them up over the dunes to moor in Lake Butler during the winter. A channel to the sea was cut in 1964, making Lake Butler available for safe mooring all year round. The District Council of Robe is responsible for the care and control of Lake Butler, which is leased from TransportSA. The Lake Butler Marina comprises of 100 recreational berths and 40 commercial berths. The current depth of the marina channel is 2m at low tide. Diesel bowsers can be accessed 24 hours a day, by using a credit/debit card with a pin code attached. A boat ramp

ticket is required to use the Lake Butler Marina Boat Ramp. Tickets can be purchased from any of the following: Caltex Roadhouse, Robe Auto & Marine, Visitor Information Centre, Council Office, Boat Ramp, Easy Park App. Ticket pricing (as of 18 February 2021): Daily $6.80, weekly $22.50, monthly $43.90, yearly $120.50 (July-June).

Old Gaol Ruins Built in 1860, several prisoners escaped from its walls, resulting in them being reinforced with old boilerplates. Used as a functioning gaol until approximately 1881 it then fell into disrepair until it was restored to its present state in 1995.

Winner of multiple ‘Limestone Coast WIN TV Tourism Awards’ Treat yourself to uninterrupted panoramic views overlooking Robe’s crayfishing fleet, boar harbour and picturesque Guichen Bay. Enjoy the comfort of our top storey luxury spa suites with private balconies, ground level view suites and deluxe and standard rooms, some with kitchenettes. Deluxe and standard rooms, no harbour view. • Barbecue/pergola entertaining area • DVD • King size suites available

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The Ideal Holiday Getaway Stylish, modern motel and apartment accommodation located close to the centre of Robe. Take advantage of our great location. Leave your car at the Robetown Motor Inn and enjoy the leisurely pace of this historic seaside village. Robetown Motor Inn and Apartments enjoys a wonderful reputation for friendly service and hospitality. A selection of fine restaurants, pubs, shops and galleries is just a short stroll away!

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Located in the heart of the seaside village of Robe Our 17 ground floor units have reverse cycle air-conditioning, flat screen TV, microwave, toaster and free wireless internet. Family rooms are available, sleeping up to five guests. The Adventurous Spoon Cafe located adjacent to the motel and the Robe Black Swan Tapas Bar located on premises are excellent places to satisfy that hunger or just a coffee. 42 Victoria Street Robe SA P. 08 8768 2001

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Water Skiing A popular place for water skiing is Lake Fellmongery as you come into Robe; otherwise known as “The Ski Lake”. For more information on the water ski club and facilities contact the Visitor Information Centre

Robe House This building stands on the site of the first house in Robe Town and was the temporary home of Captain Gerald Villiers Butler. He settled in as Government resident in October 1846. It became the official centre for South East administration. In 1850 Captain Charles Phillip Brewer came to live here and it was

largely to his credit that thousands of Chinese passed through this area without harm.

Old Customs House This historic building circa 1863 houses a nautical collection of items relating to Robe’s colourful early history which includes tales of shipwrecks, smuggling and immigrants. Open daily during January 2pm to 4pm. Rest of the year: Tuesday and Saturday 2-4pm. Admission fee applies. Phone 08 8768 2382 for special appointments.

Walking Trails Both picturesque and informative

there are two walking trails in the area. One starts at the jetty and leads to the Obelisk area while the other takes you past the old Gaol and the Blowhole. Grab your walking trail brochure from the VIC - Little Dip, Beach and Heritage Buildings.

Robe’s Birdlife Robe with it’s rugged coastline, numerous saltwater and freshwater lakes and thick scrub is home and a visiting area for a considerable variety of birdlife. Birdwatchers have noted over one hundred species, many of which are sedentary, that is, they remain in the area most of the year.

Fishing Robe has a great variety of fishing spots in a quiet and small condensed area. You can enjoy, rock, beach, harbour, lake or marina fishing and if you have a boat, off shore fishing. Whichever option suits you, there is an abundance of species to catch. Recreational fishing licences are not required in South Australia (except crayfish). Dept. Fisheries Kingston 08 8767 2358. Grab your size, bag and boat limit brochure, tide times and bay charts from the Robe Visitor Information Centre, phone 08 8768 2465.

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Robe obelisk from the air

Doorway Rock With its “doorway” created by the constant crashing of waves on the Limestone is a unique natural feature to the Robe coast line.

Foodies Delight Robe is fast becoming known for a smorgasbord of fresh locally produced food and beverages. Robe Dairy features fresh milk, yoghurt and cheese produced straight from the farm. Visitors will be able to see into the cheesery through a large viewing window, and might see Jersey cows and free-range pigs in nearby paddocks. If the smell of fresh coffee gets you

going then you have to drop into Mahalia Coffee, the multi-award winning coffee roasting house supplying cafes and food retail outlets Australia-wide. Their coffee is roasted daily to ensure maximum oils for full crema in the cup, and packaged immediately to preserve its full flavour. Robe Town Brewery Cellar Door is a unique brewery that embraces a simple and honest approach to brewing flavorful ales and beverages. The handmade and cobbled brew house incorporates several historical and traditional brewing methods. For more information see the Visitor Information Centre.

Robe Lighthouse Established in 1973, the Robe Lighthouse augmented the Cape Jaffa Lighthouse which was converted to automatic operation after 100 years of manual service, and was eventually moved to Kingston as a museum. This lighthouse is one of a new design being built within Australia incorporating the latest electronic optical equipment.

Vast Culinary Range Robe serves up a vast range of culinary experiences for all who visit. Choose from groovy cafes, casual dining, atmospheric country pubs, alfresco fare or

family friendly eateries. Feast in a summer courtyard, take-away by the beach or bask in front of a raging winter fire. If self-catering, stock up on fresh regional produce, specialty fare, baked goods, locally roasted coffee, gourmet meat, fresh seafood and general provisions at Robe’s selection of store outlets. There is plenty to indulge in and enjoy. Sailing, Canoeing and Kayaking Sailing lessons are available during the summer months through the Robe Yacht Club, for all enthusiastic sailors. A canoeing and kayaking business operates in Robe. Further details can be obtained by contacting the Robe Visitor Information Centre.

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Lucindale 62 mins

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Beachport Emergency Numbers Emergency Ambulance Beachport Medical Services Hospital (Millicent) Police Poison Information Lifeline

Tantanoola 36 mins

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Carpenter Rocks 65 mins

Penola 65 mins Nangwarry 58 mins

Kalangadoo 50 mins

Tarpeena 63 mins

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EACHPORT’S quiet atmosphere and unspoiled beauty remains a constant pleasure for visitors and locals alike with sweeping sandy beaches on one side and rugged coastal scenery on the other. Boasting the second longest jetty in South Australia, Beachport is a popular spot for anglers keen to snare a tasty catch. The town was first settled as a whaling station in the 1830s and remains a safe harbour for crayfishing boats and trawlers.

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• Walking trails - coastal and heritage drives • Free Wi-ﬁ / Internet access • SA National Parks agent

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Customs House

The Jetty The second longest jetty in South Australia, Beachport jetty reaches 772 metres out into the waters of Rivoli Bay. The jetty has been a part of the Beachport landscape for over 120 years. It is just the place for anglers keen to snare Salmon, Mullet, Mulloway and Whiting, to take a leisurely walk, have a swim or welcome the professional fishing fleet. Beachport is home to over 20 professional cray fishing boats and some longline vessels.

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Before Federation, this tiny office collected customs fees. After Federation the building was used as a railway office and later as a museum for several years by the late Mr Tom McCourt who restored the building and maintained it for many years. For some time it was leased from the District Council of Beachport by the ANZ Bank, as their Beachport Agency and held claim to being the smallest bank in Australia. The agency closed in 1997 and the building was renovated and restored to show a working office as it was in the late 19th century. Corner of Millicent Road and Railway Terrace.

Discover everything there is to know and do in Beachport. Call in and collect a walking trail brochure, historic drive or maybe some fishing tips. Souvenirs, maps, free Wi-Fi as well as council services and library. Open Monday to Friday 9am-5pm, Saturday and Sunday (Summer) 10am-4pm. Public holidays except Christmas day, Saturday and Sunday (Winter) 10am-1pm. Millicent Road, phone 08 8735 8029 or 1300 045 373.

Durant’s Lookout Located on South West Terrace, Durant’s Lookout provides spectacular views of the township of Beachport, Rivoli Bay, Beachport Conservation Park and the Southern Ocean. The Rivoli Bay and Beachport Lions Club members built the raised platform on the site and it was named after the late Mr Doug Durant, a long time resident of Beachport (car access only).

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Said to be Australia’s biggest one-man engineering feat, the cutting was excavated to drain land behind the Woakwine Range, which is located approximately 12kms from Beachport. A parking bay and viewing platform is provided and the machines used to dig the cutting are on display. Free entry.

Dense paperbarks protect the shores of Lake George. You can camp under the trees in Summer, however the area may be too wet in Winter. At Five Mile Drift a large sand dune has drifted into Lake George creating a lovely white sandy beach.

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Port MacDonnell

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View the spectacular scenery of the Bowman Scenic Drive extending from the lighthouse along the rugged coast of the Southern Ocean. Take a leisurely walk down to the beach or view the sea from one of the many lookouts.

Look for Beachport’s three beautiful stainless steel sculptures on your entry in to the town. Starting from directly opposite the Robe turnoff. Penguin Island Conservation Park Drive to the seaside end of Foster Street and you can walk past the lighthouse to a lookout of Penguin Island. The lighthouse, which was built in 1878, used to be on Penguin Island but was moved to the mainland in 1960. Penguin Island is characterised by 10-15 metre cliffs and is the breeding ground for silver gulls, penguins and crested terns. Occasionally there are also Australian fur seals on the island.

Centennial Park Centrally located in Beachport, landscaped gardens surround a tranquil lagoon skirted by a walking trail and artwork. The area also provides play equipment, sheltered BBQ and picnic facilities, toilets, tennis courts, basketball half court, and a small skateboarding facility. Free entry.

Memorial Lookout and Surf Beach Memorial Lookout located at the Surf Beach, is dedicated to the memory of two servicemen killed dismantling a mine during WW2. The lookout provides panoramic views across Rivoli Bay and Lake George. This beach is excellent for surfing. A parking area, toilets and cold shower are provided.

Woolley Lake Woolley Lake is a small saltwater lagoon and is a favourite haunt for many small birds. A pleasant 45-minute walk skirts the lake. Name plates have been provided alongside many of the plants. There

is a short climb to a lookout, which provides views over Lake George, the coast and the Woakwine Range. Free entry.

Pool of Siloam This unique salt lake is natural to Beachport with its grassy banks, small pier and a salt content supposedly seven times saltier than the sea. With the high salt concentration in the water, swimming is very easy as the water is extremely buoyant. Cold shower facilities, public toilets and sheltered picnic area make this an ideal spot for the family to relax. Located off McCourt Street.

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Centrally located in Beachport a short walk to the jetty and shops. Just a street back from the beach, surrounded by beautiful coastal bushland, makes this park the most sheltered in Beachport. Large shady, grassed sites Breath taking views from the cabins. A peaceful location and place to relax and unwind in unspoilt natural beauty. This park will be one of your favourites.

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ANGWARRY is situated 20kms south of Penola on the Riddoch Highway. Nangwarry is closest to Penola, and is 49kms east of Millicent via Kalangadoo and 82kms south east of Beachport via Millicent. The main industry in Nangwarry is forestry (Radiata pine). In 1939 a power station was erected to supply a timber mill, which was built in 1940. The town grew out of a demand for housing for the labourers who travelled to the area for work, many in the forest. The Government established homes, schools and shops. Migrants made up the biggest percentage of the population in what was to become a

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This distinctive exhibition covers all aspects of the Timber Industry across the Limestone Coast

• Restored International crane truck • Replica of single men’s quarters • Milling, plantation and haulage photo displays

7 days. To gain entry, call Vic 0417 875 557 or Chris 0438 397 002 and they will open up for you any time. Welcomes advanced bookings for individuals, school groups and coach tours.

Other additions that make this unique exhibition a ‘must see’ ‘must do’ include an array of mill machinery and artefacts, historical maps and priceless photographs from a bygone era

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ILLICENT serves as a major commercial hub for the coastal region as well as an important rural centre for the surrounding farms and timber industry. There is a great feeling of parkland and open green space around the town. Proclaimed in 1870, it is named after Millicent Glenn, SCAN ME FOR wife of one of the early pioneers and MORE INFORMATION daughter of the first Anglican Bishop of Adelaide. Millicent moved into the 20th century as a rural centre and its identity began to develop when pine plantations were developed in the ranges near the township. The town is the western most point of the Volcanoes Discovery Trail, which runs from Millicent into Victoria. Mount Muirhead, the large hill that dominates Millicent is one of the oldest volcanoes in the region. Mount Burr, Mount McIntyre and The Bluff are other features. If you would like to follow the trail, brochures and maps are available from the Visitor Information Centre.

Visitor Information Centre A great place to start is to drop into the Millicent Visitor Information Centre that houses an excellent gallery of local timber art, local crafts and the well regarded Living History Museum. The friendly staff will answer all your questions about attractions in and around Millicent and a range of souvenirs, maps, books, gifts and local produce go along with the friendly

service. The centre is the entrance to the Millicent National Living History Museum and is located on Mount Gambier Road.

National Trust Museum The Millicent National Trust Museum, located on Mount Gambier Road, is considered one of the best rural museums in South Australia. It has been organised thematically with separate sections on the

history of Millicent, artefacts from the Victorian era and Aboriginal rock engravings. Major displays include over 70+ restored horsedrawn buggies, carriages, farm wagons, a fully equipped blacksmith shop and saddle room. Farm machinery on display is still in working order and includes steam and fuel engines. The Shipwreck Room houses the anchor from the ill-fated “Geltwood” along with other items that have spent over 100 years under the sea. There are two rooms dedicated to indigenous history including world class sculptures and George French Angus drawings of the Aboriginal people of this region. A T-class locomotive sits along-side a recreation of a country railway station. The centrepiece of SEoriginal the museum isKingston the town’s

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You will always find an interesting exhibition at the Millicent Gallery to enjoy! Make it a place to visit. Exhibitions of local, regional and statewide artists.

primary school which dates from 1873, while the most recent display is a multimedia presentation of the South East drainage system. The latest addition is a National Costume Collection with items belonging to anthropologist Daisy Bates, a ballgown belonging to Lady Bonython, riding outfit of Sir Richard Hawker and lady’s riding outfit of the Mortlocks of Martindale Hall as well as dress designers such as Prue Acton, Jean Patou, Carla Zanpatti and Norman Hartnell. The museum is open from 9.00am - 5.00pm weekdays and weekends from 10.00am4.00pm. Last entry to the museum is one hour before closing. Access is through the Millicent Visitor Information Centre. Contact 08 8733 0904 for more information.

Naracoorte 75 mins

Lucindale 56 mins

Robe 50 mins Coonawarra 45 mins Beachport 30 mins Millicent Tantanoola 13 mins

Explore the local history collection and trace the past. Relax and enjoy, something for all. Call into the Library, free Wi-Fi and internet, access your emails, do your business. Borrow from our extensive collection and return anywhere in SA through the one card.

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History & Art Trail Enjoy a stroll along George Street and see historical buildings, beautiful gardens, and other places of interest. For more information collect a brochure from the visitor information centre.

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out with the surrounding gardens. Playground, barbecue area and toilet facilities available at the nearby Jubilee Park. The Rotunda in the memorial gardens was built in 1911 and one of Millicent’s historical attractions.

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a 1950s garage scene with two old Holden vehicles welcome visitors at both the northern and southern ends of George Street. On the side wall of the Kentish Place shopping centre you will find a mural depicting the local coastal swamplands.

Playground in the ‘Domain’ The ‘Domain’ Mega Playground is a great place for families. Children will spend hours playing on the colourful, safe and fun playground equipment with a brand new nature playground whilst parents can relax, unwind and enjoy the surrounding gardens and nearby barbecues and picnic areas. Located on Ridge Terrace, next to the skatepark.

Woakwine Range Wind Farm Tourist Drive What will eventually be the largest wind farm site in the Southern Hemisphere dominates the skyline along the Woakwine Range – south west of Millicent. People interested in viewing the towers up-close can obtain directions from the Millicent Visitor Information Centre.

Geltwood Craft Festival Held annually in March-April, the festival features craft exhibitions, displays and demonstrations held over a week throughout the town. The Farmers Market is held on the first Sunday of the festival and provides a great opportunity to purchase fresh local products.

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Millicent Swimming Lake Swimmers and bathers have flocked to Millicent’s unique man-made swimming lake every summer for the past 50 years. The town prides itself on keeping the sandy-shored lake and garden-like surrounds in pristine condition. There is an artificial beach area with shade sails and this is popular with young families. There are plenty of shady places, lawned areas, car parks and electronic BBQs at the Swimming Lake. No admission charge. The lake is drained each April and refilled the following November

Lake McIntyre Situated on the outskirts of Millicent, on the MillicentBeachport Road, is Lake McIntyre, a native wildlife and vegetation reserve that has been created in an old quarry. The lake is a bird sanctuary with a year round water supply fed from a natural underground spring. A number of purpose-built bird hides and viewing areas offer visitors the opportunity to catch a glimpse of the Freckled Duck or Great Crested Grebe. The walking trail is 1.3km long, takes approximately 20 minutes, includes a 100 metre boardwalk and is graded moderate. There are free barbecues, picnic

Canunda National Park The Canunda National Park is a highly significant coastal park 40kms long, stretching from Southend in the north to Carpenter Rocks in the south. The park features massive sand dune systems, which are forever changing, and scenic rugged cliffs and cliff tops. There is also a large expanse of open beach. Walking trails and lookouts have been provided throughout the park. Oil Rig Square, Coola Station, Cape Buffon and Boozy Gully are all accessible with 2 wheel drive vehicles. There is four wheel drive access throughout the park along marked tracks. Camping is permitted in a number of areas throughout the park. Entry to the park is free, however fees apply for camping. Book before you go at www.parks.sa.gov.au. Enquire at the Millicent Visitor Information Centre for maps. Accessible at all times. The Woakwine Range is located on the Limestone Coast, one of Australia’s most prominent wind farming regions. The coastal area benefits from consistently strong winds coming off the Southern Ocean – ideal conditions for wind energy generation. The wind farms on the Woakwine Range make up 18% of the state’s wind capacity. The 135 spectacular wind turbines in Canunda (23) and Lake Bonney 1, 2 & 3 (112) are located about 2km from the eastern shore of Lake Bonney SE, near Millicent and Tantanoola. The windfarms have a combined installed capacity of 325 MW and generate just over 850 gigawatt hours (GWh) of electricity, which is equivalent to supplying power to 120,000 homes per year. The towers of the Lake Bonney wind turbines were manufactured by Keppel Prince at Portland, the wind farm transformers from Wilson Transformers and cabling from Nexans Olex in Australia. Work on the Lake Bonney wind farm commenced in 1989, the Development Approval was granted in June 1999 by Wattle Range Council. The Canunda and Lake Bonney wind farms were opened 31 March 2005. The wind turbines are connected by an underground 33 kilovolt (KV) electricity cable with the electric substation, where the voltage is steeped up to 132KV volts to be submitted into the Mayurra substation and then onto the grid. It takes a wind turbine three to six months to produce the amount of energy that goes into its manufacture, installation, operation maintenance and decommissioning after its 25-year lifetime. For more information contact the Millicent Visitor Information Centre, Phone: (08) 8733 0904.

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The Towers History Room within the library complex was built as a result of a bequest from the late Bruce Towers. Bruce was a wellknown and respected historian, who lived for his love of community and history, particularly the history of his beloved Millicent area. Bruce dedicated much of his time to writing and speaking about the history of Millicent. Bruce’s bequest to the Millicent Library enabled the Towers History Room to be built and the Millicent Gallery extended. The plans were officially unveiled in 2000 when Wattle Range Council Mayor Don Ferguson hosted a mayoral reception at the library and announced plans for the Bruce Towers History Centre, which now houses an extensive collection of furniture and local history items owned by Mr Towers, which was bequeathed to the library in 2002. Bruce was born into a pioneering Millicent family in 1913, and lived in the area all his life and has been active in a range of community organisations. He wrote the booklet “Early Millicent” and it was published by the local branch of the National Trust in 1974. Other writings have been published in “Tales of Early Canunda Settlers” and in the Royal Geographical Society of South Australia. Over the years, he has been in demand by community groups and schools for talks and tours regarding the district’s history.

areas, and amenitities. The park is open daily until dusk.

Kanawinka Geopark Kanawinka Geopark Millicent is the western gateway to the Kanawinka Geopark, which extends from Millicent almost to Melbourne. Mount Muirhead, the large hill that dominates Millicent is one of the oldest volcanoes in this volcanic region. Mount Burr, Mount McIntyre and The Bluff are other features. Walking trails and lookouts have been developed at Lake Leake and Lake Edward and provide visitors with panoramic views of the surrounding area. Geopark brochures are available at all visitor information centres in the area.

Walking Trails Walking trail brochures are

available at the Millicent Visitor Information Centre. Some of the spectacular and exciting walks that Millicent have to offer are: History & Art Trail Through Millicent (1km, 45min, moderate): Enjoy a short stroll through Millicent’s streets and see our historic buildings, beautiful town gardens and artist street murals depicting the history of the town. Coola Outstation Historical Hike (8.5km, located 3km from Millicent, 45min, moderate): This walking trail loop passes coastal vegetation, early farm machinery, wetlands (via a boardwalk) and the ruins of Coola Outstation to the shores of Lake Bonney. Along the way, splendid views of the lake, dunes and farmlands are captured.

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Transformers and cabling from Nexans Olex in Australia. Work on the Lake Bonney wind farm commenced in 1989, the Development Approval was granted in June 1999 by Wattle Range Council. The Canunda and Lake Bonney wind farms were opened 31 March 2005. The wind turbines are connected by an underground 33 kilovolt (KV) electricity cable with the electric substation, where the voltage is steeped up to 132KV volts to be submitted into the Mayurra substation and then onto the grid. It takes a wind turbine three to six months to produce the amount of energy that goes into its manufacture, installation, operation maintenance and decommissioning after its 25-year lifetime. For more information contact the Millicent Visitor Information Centre, Phone: (08) 8733 0904.

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When visiting Mount Gambier, the Mount Gambier Visitor Centre is a first stop destination. The friendly staff will help you get the most out of your visit to Mount Gambier; offering a diverse selection of up to date information about the many unique attractions and accommodation options in the area. Acting as a gateway for South Australia and Western Victoria, the latest information on the Limestone Coast, Great Ocean Road, South Australia and Victoria is available. The Discovery Centre interprets the region’s very early history in a unique and interactive way. See the region through the eyes of the early settlers, where local pioneer Christina Smith comes alive in an

impressive holographic display to tell of her early work with the local aboriginals. Explore the recreated cave with its glass floor and view the full scale replica of the HMS Lady Nelson, the brig from which Lieutenant Grant first sighted and named Mount Gambier. Located at 35 Jubilee Highway East, the Mount Gambier Visitor Centre is open daily; Monday to Friday 9am–5pm, and 10am–4pm on weekends and public holidays excluding Christmas Day. Amenities include toilets with disabled access, caravan and bus parking, and free bike hire. For further information phone 08 8724 9750 or toll free 1800 087 187, visit discovermountgambier. com.au or Facebook mountgambiervisitorcentre. Produced by TBW Today

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The Riddoch and Main Corner Complex is Mount Gambier’s iconic exhibition and convention complex and is a ‘must-do’ for all, showcasing the natural and cultural history of our beautiful region. Winner of the 2012 KESAB Community Engagement Award for Heritage and Culture, the Main Corner hosts an array of interactive displays and captivating stateofthe-art digital effects. Connecting existing historic buildings via multipurpose spaces and a striking new entrance foyer, the South Link flows from City Hall around to Bay Road, while a glass atrium provides access to the Riddoch Art Gallery and upper floor spaces. The Riddoch and Main Corner Complex is free to the public and is open Monday to Friday 10am-5pm, and 10am-3pm on weekends and most public holidays. All venues are also able to be hired. For more information phone 08 8721 2563 or visit www. mountgambier.sa.gov.au/ maincorner

The Riddoch Art Gallery The Riddoch Art Gallery is the largest and finest regional gallery in South Australia. It was first opened in the Mount Gambier Institute in 1887, and in 2011 redeveloped as part of the Riddoch and Main Corner

Mount Gambier’s Main Corner Complex project, before coming under the ownership of the City of Mount Gambier in 2016. The gallery features both national and state touring exhibitions, as well as the gallery’s permanent art collection; with over 1500 items depicting the people and history of the Limestone Coast; the Rodney Gooch collection of Aboriginal art from Utopia; and a large collection of 20th century Australian art.The gallery also provides space for local artists in the Cathleen Edkins ‘Community Gallery’, as well as featuring their unique range of products available for purchase in the Riddoch Gift Shop. Apart

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Craitbul and Volcano Watch the world-class cinematic masterpiece ‘Volcano’; an hour long documentary telling the incredible story of the eight major eruptions that created Mount Gambier, lifting the lid on one of the most exciting stories to come out of Southern Australia in the last 120 million years. The action-packed feature film was awarded a cinematography award for its explosive and breathtaking vision, and includes the short film ‘Craitbul’ which tells the Aboriginal dreamtime version of how the

craters in Mount Gambier were formed. The iconic film ‘Volcano’ is free and screens daily, unless the Dress Circle is booked for a special function.

The King’s Floor The King’s Floor multi-touch discovery kiosks and illuminated displays offer an interactive experience for all, exploring Mount Gambier’s unique stories including pioneering history, famous people, forestry and timber industry, pastoral heritage, Indigenous culture, geography and

recent history. Within the King’s Floor you can also meet ‘Roger’, an excavation specialist who forms part of a three dimensional diorama depicting the discovery of Australia’s oldest boomerang. And while you’re exploring discover the award winning short film ‘Deep Time’ which blows the lid on 30,000 year old engravings found just outside Mount Gambier. The epic story of the shipwreck Admella and the desperate rescue of the survivors from Carpenter Rocks is also told through sound and light on the King’s Floor.

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Evening Light Show Free every evening, historic local photos and pictures are projected onto the back of the buildings in the Cave Garden area. Then within the cave, the story of our local dreamtime legend appears. Music and lighting adds to the atmosphere. The windows of the Main Corner features dramatic vision of volcanic eruptions and cave divers. Free entry. Civic Precinct, Watson Terrace, phone 08 8721 2563 for more details.

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Bus Services The Mount Gambier Bus Service is a five day per week operation (Monday to Friday) offering three different loops, traversing various sectors of the city from the north east, north west and south east loops. This service does not operate on public holidays. Each loop commences and terminates in Ferrers Street at the bus stop opposite Coles, on the hour from 9am to approximately 5.15pm. The city centre west is the final section of each of the loop services, commencing as they enter James Street and continuing through to the termination point in Ferrers Street (opposite Coles). Mount Gambier City Bus Service, The Department of Transport, Energy and Infrastructure operates

the Mount Gambier City Bus Service. The service is contracted to BuslinkSA. Save money in travelling costs – for as little as $1.10, you can travel around the city and reduce your carbon foot print.

Free Bike Hire The City of Mount Gambier provides free bike hire. Bikes are available at the Mount Gambier Visitor Centre, the Riddoch and Main Corner Complex and the Mount Gambier Library. Bookings can be made; all that is required is a credit card imprint, which is destroyed once the bikes are returned. For bookings phone the Mount Gambier Visitor Centre 1800 087 187, the Main Corner 08 8721 2563, or the Mount Gambier Library 08 8721 2540.

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Cave Gardens Next to the Main Corner, in the centre of town is the Cave Gardens precinct, featuring a cenote that was the original water source for the town.

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The theatre is a fully equipped multi-purpose arts centre in the heart of the Limestone Coast. Accommodating a diverse range of conferences, performing arts and seminars, the 524 seat proscenium arch theatre is home to the Reels Film Society and features the Limestone Coast Symphony Orchestra as its resident artistic company. Part of Mount Gambier’s vibrant cultural hub since 1982, the venue overlooks the picturesque Cave Gardens precinct and neighbours the Riddoch Art Gallery, Mount Gambier Public Library and the Riddoch and Main Corner Complex. The arts centre presents a diverse mainstage season of dance, theatre, music and physical circus, as well as a morning melodies collection and commercial and community productions. The venue was named after Mount Gambier’s most famous performing artist, Sir Robert Helpmann (1909-1986). The Australian dancer, actor, director and choreographer added the extra ’n’ in his surname when he began dancing to avoid a 13 letter name, a superstitious sign of bad luck

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Famous for its beautiful rose garden and stunning waterfall in the winter rain, it is also a great place for a relaxing picnic. Suspended viewing platforms offer awesome views into the cave. The

magnificent Cave Gardens Evening Light Show runs free of charge every night at 7:30pm and 8:00pm during winter, or 8:30pm and 9:00pm during daylight savings. Listen to Aboriginal Dreamtime

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Stately memorial gates open onto immaculate gardens featuring a special garden for the blind and two rotundas, one of which houses a fully restored World War 1 Krupp field gun. The adjoining playground makes a great break for the kids (and mum and dad). Located on Commercial Street West.

Mount Gambier Library The Mount Gambier Library offers a wide variety of services catering for people of all ages including computer lessons, early childhood development programs, author events, reading rewards programs, school holiday activities, home delivery service, Bookwell program and local and family history research with free Wi-Fi access. Not only is there an extensive selection of books, DVDs, CDs and magazines, a full range of eResources are on offer including magazines, newspapers, books and a historical photograph collection. The library offers weekly lessons on how to use the latest technology like 3D printing and scanning, internet access and printing services, as well as free access to gaming consoles. The Mount Gambier Library is the perfect gathering place, offering a variety of food and beverages at the

Bookmark Cafe, free room hire and Justice of the Peace (JP) services, and is regularly used as a venue for promoting community events, workshops and information sessions. Located at 6 Watson Terrace, the library is open Monday to Friday 9.00am-5.30pm, Saturday 10.00am-2.00pm, Sunday 11.00am-3.00pm and 12 noon3.00pm most public holidays. A free bike hire service is also available at the library. For further information phone (08) 8721 2540 or visit www.

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Umpherston Sinkhole, also known as the sunken garden, is an iconic, highly visited tourist attraction in Mount Gambier. This is why it has been given the certificate of excellence by Tripadvisor in 2016. The cenote is named after James Umpherston, who created the gardens in 1884. It was originally just a cenote on a farming property which he purchased in 1864 and then began work on creating the gardens. Originally there was a lake at the bottom of the hole but as farming sector began to grow the water table subsided and the lake dried up. Visitors will be amazed at the variety of plants, palms and ferns that form an integral part of this natural wonder. The beautiful well maintained parkland has a BBQ and table setting to have morning or afternoon tea. At night, under the flood lit cenote, possums come out to play.If you have a torch take it. Also nestled amongst the parklands is a unique kiosk that supplies that special souvenir or gift. After walking around and visiting the Sunken Garden you can sit in the kiosk for a pot of tea or a light meal.

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one of which extends under Jubilee Highway and shows the geological characteristics of cave formation and the changes in the underground water levels. The caves are open to tours which are available daily and an entry fee

the many water-filled caves of the region, this cave is easily accessible; as the interior and water level can be viewed from a platform. There are two caverns leading off the main viewing area,

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One of the highlights of Mount Gambier’s Railway Lands is the Nature Play area, created by the City of Mount Gambier. The space encourages adventure taking, with children balancing upon logs, leaping from rock to rock across the stream which winds through the space, and building shelters upon the stick tepee frames housed on site. This is the second of two recent developments which sees the City of Mount Gambier focus on using natural elements for children’s play. The design is based on a premise that connection with nature, and imaginative play are important for early childhood development. One of the nine principles of the Mount

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Also within the Crater Lakes area, accessible via the car park, is a short steep walk to Centenary Tower. At 190 metres above sea level, it is the highest point in the area, with spectacular views over the lakes, the city and through to the sea. The foundation stone for the building was laid on December 3rd, 1900 to commemorate the 100 years since the sighting and naming of Mount Gambier by Lt James Grant aboard “The Lady Nelson”. Illuminated at night, the tower can be seen from many points in the city and surrounding district. Open when the flag is flying.

Gambier Charter for Children is that children have a right to connect with natural environments, to explore, play, be challenged and have fun – and that is exactly what is happening in this new space. The Railway Lands are full of the unexpected. Trees are embedded upside down, climbing handles allowing children to scramble up and perch high over the space to gain a new perspective on the layout below. Three log bridges cross the winding creek bed daring old and young alike to cross over them, balancing carefully, whilst others play below. A large sand pit, and mud pie making area, sees children delighting in getting messy whilst building tunnels and structures. The creek allows for a gentle stream after big rains, encouraging children to stomp through the water, or cool off in it with shoes kicked aside. With something for everyone, come and visit the Railway Lands, but expect to stay a long while, as this space encourages young minds to explore.

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The Obelisk marks the spot where in 1864, Adam Lindsay Gordon poet, trooper, steeplechaser and politician; made his famous leap on horseback over the fence onto the narrow ledge overlooking the Blue Lake. Known as ‘Gordon’s Leap’, this monument was erected in 1887 and is located on Bay Road near the Rook Wall car park.

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The best way to appreciate the Blue Lake is by joining an Aquifer Tour. Guides explain and interpret the geological activity and significance of the landform; interpreting legends of the local Aboriginals, the Boandik tribe who lived in the area, and the impact of early European settlement in the South East of the State. The focus of the tour is the dolomite pumping station constructed in the 1880s, which contains a unique interpretive display. Local legends are explained including the famous leap by local poet Adam Lindsay Gordon on horseback in 1864. Highlights of our volcanic region, the lakes, flora and fauna and the mystery of the changing colour of the Blue Lake, are all part of this worthwhile tour. Visitors travel in a glass panelled lift down the original well shaft and through a tunnel close to the surface of the Blue Lake. For further information phone Aquifer Tours on (08) 8723 1199.

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The iconic Blue Lake provides Mount Gambier’s drinking water; when in 1883 the first articulated water supply commenced. Soon after the historic Pumping Station, nestled on the inner slope of the Blue Lake was constructed, from local cream dolomite with pink dolomite quoins. On the rim of the lake, the Blue Lake Reception Centre provides a comprehensive interpretation of the volcanic area, and public facilities for patrons of Aquifer Tours.

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Situated within three extinct volcanic craters, the Crater Lakes comprises of the Blue Lake, the Valley Lake, Brownes Lake and the Leg of Mutton Lake. This spectacular volcanic precinct is a part of the iconic Kanawinka Geotrail; one of the largest volcanic regions in the world featuring volcanic craters, caves, waterfalls and lakes. The world renowned Blue Lake which mysteriously changes colour each year in November to a brilliant turquoise blue and changes back again in March; exposes the crystal clear water that has filtered underground through the limestone, passing slowly beneath the City. The Leg of Mutton Lake is a picturesque wooded area, surrounded by a variety of deciduous trees; it is popular for its walking trails and is spectacular in autumn. The Valley Lake area features a large wildlife park with several lookouts, extensive picnic areas, barbecues and a magnificent children’s playground; making it popular with visitors and locals alike. There is a variety of walking trails of varying lengths and degrees of difficulty within the area; as well as a mountain bike trail which completes a circumference of the crater. The Crater Lakes area is open daily from 6.00am-8.00pm and 6.00am-9.00pm during daylight savings. Amenities at the Valley Lake include; a boat ramp, barbecues, picnic areas and public toilets.

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Walks and Drives

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Mount Gambier has a variety of walking and driving options allowing visitors to explore the history of Mount Gambier and its surrounds. The Crater Lakes area has extensive walking options, from short easy walks to more challenging options. Inner city walks provide interesting insight into the Central Business District and feature a range of historic buildings and boutique retail stores. A Night Lights Drive is another interesting activity for those only staying overnight. When visiting at Christmas, the Christmas Lights Drive is worth seeing, an experience that visitors and locals alike have been enjoying for many years. Individual brochures and maps are available from the Mount Gambier Visitor Centre for many of the walks, drives and bike trails around Mount Gambier

and its surrounds. A free bicycle hire service is now available at a number of outlets throughout the city, including the Mount Gambier Visitor Centre, the Main Corner and the Mount Gambier Library.

Mount Schank Feeling energetic? Explore Mount Schank. Take a drive south of Mount Gambier on Bay Road, and approximately 15kms away you will find on your left hand side the turn off to Mount Schank, an extinct volcano surrounded by fertile grazing land and a large quarry. Follow the signs to the car park and enjoy a trek up to view some very spectacular scenery, looking back to Mount Gambier and down to the coast at Port MacDonnell. If you still feel energetic you can walk around the top of the crater. It is an enjoyable walk if you like the outdoors, but wear comfortable shoes and clothing.

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Telford Scrub Forest Canopy Boardwalk At 100 metres long and 4.2 metres high, the boardwalk provides a unique bird’s eye view of the forest. Meandering through the branches of the trees you can spy some of

the koalas that were relocated here from Kangaroo Island and catch glimpses of some of the many birds that live here. The park is also home to the vulnerable southern brown bandicoot and the endangered sugar glider. Telford Scrub

Conservation Park also protects an important area of remnant vegetation that includes over 20 species of native orchids. A choice of two trails offers 1 hour or 2.5 hour walks through the forest and interpretive signs explain some of the features along the walk. Two

picnic tables are nestled in a small clearing and provide an ideal spot for a quiet lunch while you watch the birds bathing in a nearby stock trough. 14kms north of Mount Gambier, take the sign to Telford Scrub, left off the main road to Penola.

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KILSBY SINKHOLE

Mount Gambier, off the Nelson Road (approx 16kms).

Marvel at the spectacular Caroline Sinkhole from the viewing platform. Over 100,000 years ago this huge section of limestone collapsed, forming a sheer drop that will take your breath away. The 1.2km ‘Butterfly Walk’ and the 4.5km ‘Wombat Walk’ passes by interesting ant hills and bird life, including the Grey Fantail, Fairy Wren and Yellow Robin. This haven also provides a home for wombats, possums and gliders. Nearby is another sinkhole ‘Hell’s Hole’. This sinkhole drops 30 metres to the water, and can also be safely viewed from a new platform. Look for the signposting. Just out of

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Drive around the rim of the Blue Lake crater, stopping at the parking area near Rook Wall. Here there are several vantage points to view Leg of Mutton Lake and Blue Lake. The nearby memorial commemorates the spot where Adam Lindsay Gordon jumped his horse over the cliff edge of the Blue Lake. Enjoy the breathtaking scenery of the Valley Lake Crater, a walk through the Wildlife Park or spend some time with the children at the exciting Adventure Playground. Picnic and BBQ facilities provided.

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Glencoe

Ghost mushrooms at Glencoe

In 1863 the magnificent Glencoe Woolshed was completed with its cathedral style arches created using blackwood timber. At its zenith the Leake owned station covered 53,000 acres freehold with up to 50,000 sheep shorn in the Woolshed. By 1893 under the management of the Riddochs, the Glencoe estate was running 85,000 sheep, 1400 head of cattle and 200300 horses employing many station hands and shearers. However the winds of change began blowing from about 1888 when sections of the station were sold and leased for closer settlement. The process continued towards the end of the century, allowing settlement of smaller holdings by families keen

to see the district develop through land clearance, establishment of a Cheese and Butter Factory (1901) and the planting of crops. This process heralded the development of the district as it is today. The residents of Glencoe, past and present, have always proudly identified with their community through sporting, cultural, educational events and a strong sense of belonging and caring. The Post Office/General Store, the Primary School and Kindergarten along with active football, netball, tennis, cricket, indoor-bowling clubs all contribute to Glencoe being a cohesive rural community. Whilst Glencoe is unique in that it never developed a single business

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LENCOE was originally the home of the Boandik people until settlement in 1844 by Robert Leake and his family. Together with Edward, his brother, Robert Leake hastily secured an occupation licence so they could establish Glencoe Station. Initially, the station was established SCAN ME FOR on the shores of Lake Leake. However MORE INFORMATION this was transferred to the site of the remaining buildings when Frontier House was built in 1856 with the erection of the Barn following in 1857. or town centre, it has always offered its residents and visitors a range of services and skills that allow it to be a vibrant welcoming community with easy access to Mount Gambier, Millicent and Penola.

Glencoe Woolshed The Leake Brothers’ National Trust Woolshed, still in its original condition, is one of the most unique woolsheds in Australia. The stone shearing shed was built in 1863 for blade shearers and has never been converted to modern shearing plants. It has cathedral like arched blackwood beams and was donated to the National Trust in 1976. Interpretative panels in the woolshed tell the story of Glencoe

Station and the Glencoe settlement.

Keelap Glade Keelap Glade has picnic facilities and a small playground. It was named after a cheese produced at the Glencoe Co-op Cheese Factory. The word ‘Keelap’ was the name given to a small waterhole between Glencoe East Cheese Factory and Glencoe East Hall.

Lake Leake Lake Leake is an extinct volcano. Fishing, canoeing, rowing, windsurfing and water skiing are permitted on the Lake. Caution should be taken when water levels are low. Barbecue and toilet facilities are located near the boat ramp.

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Beautifully preserved 19th century Woolshed, Master built from locally quarried Stone & hand-hewn Blackwood Timbers. Built by the Leake Family for 36 blade shearers to shear and bale the wool from some 50,000 sheep per season. It has never been converted to machine shearing and is a unique example of Pioneering life.

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Lake Edward is also a volcanic lake. It is set amongst pine plantations and natural eucalypt forests and revegetated areas with a boardwalk and panoramic views. A walking trail circumnavigates the lake giving the opportunity to observe flora and fauna, especially water fowl on the Lake.

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A free forest experience is waiting for you after dark. A luminous mushroom can be found growing in South East pine forest during May and June each year. ForestrySA is pleased to offer you the chance to experience the brilliant glow first hand – free of charge! The Ghost Mushroom (Omphalotus nidiformis) is a bioluminescent fungus that emits a soft green glow at night. The species is native to Australia and can often be found growing on decaying plant material, such as stumps left behind following pine tree harvest. The mushrooms emerge in late autumn following good rain and continue into winter, reaching a size of up to 20cm wide. The soft green glow is a result of a chemical reaction between fungal enzymes and oxygen. It is thought that the glow attracts insects and other invertebrates which feed on the mushroom, helping to spread spores and propagate new colonies. The Ghost Mushroom glow can be bright enough to read the words on a page! More than 18,500 visited the forest to see the Ghost Mushroom in the 2017 opening season, creating significant media attention.

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Visit Ghost Mushroom Lane Forestry SA invites members of the public to visit Ghost Mushroom Lane after dark during May and June and experience the glow of the mushroom for themselves.

The lane is located within a known mushroom breeding ground, among commercial pine forest near Glencoe just 16kms from Mount Gambier. Visitors keen to exit their cars can take a walk and view the mushrooms up close. Warm clothes, sensible shoes and a torch are recommended. Ghost markers are also available at the beginning of the lane and can be placed along the track where mushroom populations have been found to assist other visitors. For the enjoyment of others, please leave the mushrooms exactly as you found them. The chemical in the mushroom responsible for the glow can be poisonous, causing cramps and vomiting if ingested. Accidental touching is not harmful. A forest permit is not required to visit the trail, but please observe the conditions of entry to the forest and take care while walking on uneven ground in the dark. Ghost Mushroom Lane is not suitable for buses, car-parking is available out the front. Commercial tour operators must contact ForestrySA in advance to arrange applicable permits and permissions. Contact ForestrySA Corporate Office, phone 08 8724 2888 during business hours.

How to get there Ghost Mushroom Lane is 2.3kms long and located within working pine forest near Glencoe, just 16kms north west of Mount Gambier. From the Riddoch Highway/Princes Highway roundabout (near Lady Nelson Visitor Centre, Mount Gambier), drive along the Princes Highway towards Millicent. After 12kms, turn right on Kangaroo Flat Road and drive for a further 4.3kms, before turning right into Ghost Mushroom Lane. Signage is clearly visible from the road. the opportunity to observe flora and fauna, especially water fowl on the Lake.

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Penola 49 mins Nangwarry 45 mins Tarpeena 43 mins

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Tantanoola Railway Station Tantanoola Railway Station was the second town of importance on the Rivoli Bay to Mount Gambier railway line which was built in 1876, converted from narrow to broad gauge in 1956 and ceased operating in 1995. The historic Tantanoola Railway Station is listed on the South Australian Heritage Register.

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Tiger supposedly escaped from a travelling circus. A search was mounted, but the tiger was never found. Over the next few years, there were many reports of missing sheep in the area and some suggested that the sheep had become the prey of the missing tiger. It is claimed that the first sighting of the Tantanoola Tiger occurred in 1893 when a young man riding near Tantanoola claimed he saw a large shaggy animal leap over a fence with a sheep in its jaws.

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In 1879 the Beachport to Mount Gambier railway line was opened which caused much controversy as it separated the town down the middle from north to south. Within a few years the name of the town was changed to Tantanoola, a Boandik word, thought to mean woman’s retreat.

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ANTANOOLA is in the Wattle Range Council area 10kms south of Millicent. A town was proclaimed at this location in 1879, originally called Lucieton after the Governor’s daughter.

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ARPENTER ROCKS, a quiet coastal village, is situated 40kms south west of Mount Gambier. Excellent rock or surf fishing is on offer and huge stretches of coastline are there to explore. Buck’s Bay provides a safe harbour for the township’s rock lobster fleet. The Cape Banks Lighthouse area offers catches of salmon, and from the rocks or surf there are whiting, garfish or mulloway. A moderately easy walk from Buck’s Bay over the sandhills is Back Bay, and then on to Red Rock and the lighthouse - or stroll along the coast to the beautiful Cape Banks. Canunda Coastal Park has limited scenic drives for standard vehicles, while 4WDs have access to the entire area. The Cape Banks Lighthouse is a short drive from Carpenter Rocks, and well worth a visit to find out about the wreck of the S.S. Admella in 1859. Facilities are available in the township including accommodation, fuel, food and bait at the General Store.

Canunda National Park

The Canunda National Park stretches from Southend to Carpenter Rocks along South Australia’s Limestone Coast, being the second largest coastal park in the south east of the state. There are three entry points to the park; Southend, via Millicent and Carpenter Rocks. The area, 9358Ha is dominated by huge sand dunes and spectacular coastline. The park is some 40km in length and is sandwiched between the sea and Lake Bonney. Entry to the park is free, however fees apply for camping. Book before you go at www.parks.sa.gov.au.

Two Wheel Drive Conventional vehicles can get to Cape Buffon and Boozy Gully from Southend and to Oil Rig Square/ Geltwood Beach via Millicent. Rugged limestone cliffs, the sea, islands, sea stacks and offshore reefs can be viewed from the three walking trails in the northern section of the park. Several spots along the coast are popular for fishing. There is a safe swimming beach at Southend.

Four Wheel Drive Four wheel drive (4WD) vehicles can travel the full length of the park by following the orange marker posts through the dunes. Beach and dune conditions change regularly. Travel in company and carry recovery gear. Plan trips

within your, and your vehicles capabilities. Take adequate water, food, fuel and spares for your vehicle. Check the proposed route and read the Canunda National Park information signs carefully regarding local conditions. Tyre pressure may need to be lowered to 15psi in soft conditions. Beach driving south of Oil Rig Square is not recommended by National Parks. Contact the Millicent Visitor Information Centre for the latest updates on beach conditions. Canunda National Park plays a significant role in conserving coastal habitat, preserving Aboriginal and European historical sites and providing for education and outdoor recreation.

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Carpenter Rocks

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Penola 60 mins Nangwarry 48 mins Tarpeena 45 mins

Mount Gambier 28 mins

Port MacDonnell 35 mins

Nelson 46 mins

Cape Banks, near Carpenter Rocks

The Walks Cape Buffon Walking Trail: This walk highlights how the forces of wind and waves have shaped the limestone cliffs, sea stacks and reef platforms, and the vegetation along the coast. Seaview Walking Trail: The Seaview Walking Trail showcases a range of features along a cliff top including spectacular rock formations, sandy beaches, seabirds and a myriad of plants, while offering stunning scenic views of the coastal environment. Willichum Lookout Walking Trail: Willichum is the Boandik Aboriginal word for the southern end of Rivoli Bay. Splendid views reward walkers who reach the lookout platform.

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Port MacDonnell

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EASIDE serenity says it all. This picturesque township, once a busy port, is now “Australia’s Southern Rock Lobster Capital”. Meander along secluded beaches, marvel at the contrasting rugged coastline and discover a myriad of flora and fauna varieties.

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permits, souvenirs, art gallery, library, museum, banking and government services. Located at the Port MacDonnell Community Complex, 5-7 Charles Street. Phone: 08 8738 3000. Fax: 08 8738 2049. Email: pmcc@dcgrant.sa.gov.au Open 7 days: Monday-Thursday 9am-5pm, Friday 9am-8pm, weekends and public holidays 10am-4pm. Closed Christmas Day, Good Friday, Australia Day and Anzac Day.

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Penola 60 mins

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Climb up the slopes and around the crater of the now dormant Mount Schank volcano, swim in the Little Blue Lake or the unique spring fed Ewens Ponds, dangle a line for some fish off the pier, wander through Dingley Dell, a former home of the poet Adam Lindsay Gordon or explore the Maritime Museum with its collection of artefacts from ships wrecked on this very coast.

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Experience the magnificent rugged coastline and natural beauty of Port MacDonnell, officially known as ‘Australia’s Southern Rock Lobster Capital’

Visit Port MacDonnell

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5 – 7 Charles Street, Port MacDonnell SA 5291 Email: pmcc@dcgrant.sa.gov.au Phone: 08 8738 3000

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Free brochures, maps and information from staff and volunteers with local knowledge and a range of souvenirs.

• Community Art Gallery

Regular changing displays by a variety of touring and local artists using many different mediums. Some artwork for sale. Free entry to browse exhibitions.

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Free Wi-Fi and public use computers. 2nd hand book sales. Free access and membership for any South Australian library member to borrow or return items at any SA library.

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Generations in Jazz OB Flat Annually in May The nation’s largest youth jazz festival; concerts, workshops & competition. www.generationsinjazz.com.au

Bay Escape; Food, Wine & Lifestyle Port MacDonnell Annually in February Street Party with food, wine, music & stalls. ptmaccommunity@gmail.com www.bayescape.com

Tuna & Sportsfish Tournament Port MacDonnell 1st Week in May annually www.pmoac.com

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Periwinkles Cafe, Port MacDonnell “The Lobster Capital of the Southern Hemisphere” Situated only a short drive south of Mount Gambier • Glass frontage and open air courtyard beachfont locations • Fresh locally caught Southern Rock Lobster (when available) • Seafood dishes aplenty, steak and home made delights • Fully licensed cafe selling locally produced wines • Trading daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner (seasonal) - dine in and take away

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Uncover stories behind Port MacDonnell, once the state’s second largest trading port. Discover how over 30 ill-fated ships came to grief along the rugged local coast, learn about the town’s Little Penguins, and how this authentic fishing village became known as “Australia’s Southern Rock Lobster Capital”. Located within the Community Complex. Entry fee applies.

Cape Northumberland Heritage and Nature Park Experience the magnificent rugged coastline, natural vegetation and uninterrupted ocean views at South Australia’s most Southerly Point. Cape Northumberland is the site of the first mainland lighthouse in South Australia built in 1858, and the replacement lighthouse built 1882. It is one of the most spectacular locations for an uninterrupted view of the sunrise and sunset of the Southern Ocean. Free dump point at Port MacDonnell and camping for self contained vehicles only at Cape Northumberland and Brown Bay.

Bay Escape; Food, Wine & Lifestyle Port MacDonnell’s foreshore street party offering the best food and wine vendors from across the Limestone Coast, a feast of seafood, street food classics, music, market stalls, wine, cider and sweet treats you won’t forget.

Piccaninnie Ponds Conservation Park Explore the spectacular underwater world of Piccaninnie Ponds which is recognised as a wetland of international importance, and renowned world wide for diving and snorkelling. The freshwater rising to the surface under pressure has eroded a weakness in the limestone to form The Chasm. This same process has formed the large underwater cavern known as The Cathedral creating its majestic white walls of sculptured and scalloped limestone. On land, take a walk along the beach and see the freshwater springs bubbling up onto the sand. There is also a walking trail through coastal wattle and beard heath to the ponds outlet. Divers must be a member of the Cave Divers Association. Entry to this park is free, however fees apply for diving and snorkelling. Book before you go at www.parks.sa.gov. au.

Ewens Ponds Conservation Park Three crystal clear fresh water ponds offer magnificent underwater visibility at Ewens Ponds, 36kms south of Mount Gambier. A natural

wonder for snorkelling and scuba diving, the average water temperature is between 10-15 degrees, so a wetsuit is highly recommended. The minimum qualification for divers is open water. Please note Ewens Ponds closes to water based activity each Spring, September-December, to let the system rest and rejuvenate. Enjoy this park for free, but snorkelling permits and bookings are required. Visit www.parks. sa.gov.au for further information.

Generations in Jazz An annual weekend jazz festival held at OB Flat, this spectacular gathering not only attracts jazz legends of today, but the bright stars of tomorrow, bringing together up to 5000 of Australia’s most talented musicians, along with a growing list of global artists. www.generationsinjazz.com.au

Dingley Dell Conservation Park Visit the former home of Adam Lindsay Gordon, in his day Australia’s leading steeplechase jockey and hailed since his death as our national poet. The grounds and surrounding bush that once inspired Gordon, now offer picnic facilities and nature walks to visitors. www.parks.sa.gov.au

Germein Reserve and Wetland Enjoy the network of trails providing access to much of the reserve. Located northwest of the township, the reserve is ideal for a picnic lunch with tables at Clarke Park, Frog Pond and on the TeaTree Boardwalk. A shelter shed/bird hide is located near Blackfish Lagoon.

Wagon Wheel Tracks When the colonial government proclaimed that no stone should be raised for building purposes, the

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Angling for a catch off Port MacDonnell carting of stone from the beaches was banned. Large quarries of limestone opened up at the west end of the township. Bullock teams carted huge loads along the low rocky shores and the wheel ruts of these bullock wagons can be seen scarring the limestone flats. At low tide these wheel tracks are plainly visible filled with water and provide a haven for crabs. Car park is located opposite.

Petrified Forest You will notice a series of strange rocky outcrops as you drive out to Cape Northumberland. Found not to be petrified wood, the locals still

know it as the Petrified Forest.

Admella Discovery Trail A self-drive touring route integrating cultural, heritage and nature based experiences within a 130km radius of Port MacDonnell. 21 maritime themed interpretive trail markers emotively recount the tale of the wreck of the SS Admella, which occurred in the early hours of 6 August 1859; the beginning of a horrific week for survivors who remained on board, in sight of land, while volunteers struggled to rescue them from the stricken steamer. To find out more visit www.admella.org.au.

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Just short of the South Australian border, you can experience the relaxing “riverside” lifestyle that Nelson has to offer and get back to nature. You can discover the beautiful Glenelg River with a guided river cruise.

experiences as well as fuel, gas refills, fishing gear and licenses and an ATM and post office. Within the township area there is a landscaped park with sheltered free BBQs, and a reserve suitable for ball games and tennis courts are available for hire.

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Accommodation and Facilities There is a range of accommodation to suit every need including caravan and cabin parks, group camps, family holiday houses or modern self-contained units. Local businesses provide take away food, supplies and dining in

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Relax and enjoy a cruise on the Glenelg River, set in the majestic Lower Glenelg National Park. Glenelg River Cruises offer a wide range of cruises to suit all occasions, including a leisurely 3½ hour return cruise to the Princess Margaret Rose Cave. For more information phone 0448 871 225 or 08 8738 4191.

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and stalactites, earning the cave the title of “An Underground Wonderland”. Professionally guided tours daily except Christmas day. Nature walks to arguably the best view in

the Lower Glenelg National Park. Cabins and camping, barbecue and picnic grounds, swimming, fishing, flora and fauna. Tours hourly (Victorian time applies). Phone 08 8738 4171.

You don’t find yourself in GlenelgVIC by accident. You find it with a purpose; with the intent of ditching the urban rush and finding solace in untouched landscapes. It’s for explorers who are willing to take the time to experience the utterly unique and seek space alongside scenery. Glenelg is idyllically remote and ecologically diverse. Home to flowing rivers and expansive oceans, thousand-year old cultural and geographic marvels, dotted with historic townships. Take a step off the edge of the Earth and visit the place where the beach meets the deep and the ocean’s biggest fish, swells and whales can be experienced from the breakwater. Go out of your way to discover GlenelgVIC

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There are a number of public boat ramps and many accessible places to fish the river. The main species of fish in the Glenelg River include bream, mulloway, estuary perch and mullet. A Victorian fishing licence is required, except from people under 18, over 70, Senior Card Holders, Pension and Veteran Card Holders. Surf fishing from the beach is also fun. Please note that you can take your car on the beach in SA but not in Victoria.

Diving and Snorkelling The World Heritage Picanninnie Ponds is only a 10 minute drive into SA. There is a short walk that follows the outlet creek to the sea. Look for the beach springs and floating rock. Snorkelling and diving is by permit only, which can be obtained in Mount Gambier. Ewens Pond, located off the Port MacDonnell Road. Port MacDonnell (30kms into SA) offers sea diving and has a dive shop (which also provides excellent eating out).

Swimming in the ocean is not advisable, as there are dangerous undertows. The river is deep in many places but shallow and muddy with snags near the banks so don’t dive unless you check the depth. The best area for a swim is at the river mouth in one of the side channels.

Lower Glenelg National Park The magnificent Glenelg River flows through this 27,300ha park. The most spectacular feature is the Glenelg River gorge, around 15 kilometres long and up to 50 metres deep. Over thousands of years, water percolating through the limestone has formed some significant caves that are a refuge for bats. More than 700 species of native plants bloom in the park, including a wonderful array of wildflowers. Abundant bird life, great fishing, tranquil picnic areas and many water sport activities make this park an ideal family holiday spot. Amenities: Barbecue, picnic and camping areas, boat ramp, toilets. Water skiing is permitted in marked zones of the river only. Bookings and permits required for all camping sites. Phone Parks Victoria on 131 963 or visit parks.vic.gov.au. Camp sites must be booked online.

Short Walks There are numerous trails around

Nelson and some offer lovely views of the river and the river mouth. Pick up a short walks booklet from the Nelson Visitor Information Centre which highlights loop walks including Livingstone Island Walk, Gorge Walk, Lake Monibeong Walk and Sapling Creek Walk.

Great South West Walk The Great South West Walk begins and ends at the Portland Visitor Information Centre. The walk offers short walks, full day walks or the entire 250 kilometre walk with opportunities to view enchanting forests, river gorges, capes and beaches along the way. This unforgettable experience winds around three National Parks, hardwood forests, the pristine Glenelg River, the picturesque township of Nelson, Aboriginal heritage sites, the mighty Southern Ocean and vast sand dunes, sandy bays and beaches.

Nelson Gorge Walk The Gorge Walk follows the Glenelg River with spectacular views of the river gorge, spring wildflowers and birdlife. A 10 kilometre walk of medium difficulty taking about 3.5 hours. This is potentially unsuitable for young children. The walk starts at the carpark near the intersection of North Nelson Track and River Road. Please note that River Road towards Sapling Creek is 4WD. Follow the Great South West

Walking Track to the west along the banks of the Glenelg River. At times the track is very close to the limestone cliffs so take care. Picnic facilities are available at the western end of the walk. From here you can either retrace your steps back to the carpark or make a loop walk by following the management vehicle track.

Wild Flowers Best from late August to November and areas that have been burnt are usually better. Some grow in the township but a short drive into the park provides numerous tracks to walk and photograph the abundant flora. Visit the local cemetery which abounds with spider, rabbits ears and donkey orchids to name a few. Plant lists for the National Parks are available from the Visitor Centre.

Wild Fauna There is a huge range of wild animals and birds in the surrounding bush and beach. Due to the unique blending of the town with the bush and river, these are found roaming and living alongside the residences. The area also hosts a number of endangered species such as the rufus bristle bird and hooded plovers. The estuary is an important breeding ground for sea birds of many kinds. Bird lists are available from the Visitor Centre.

RIVER CRUISES Come aboard, relax and enjoy a cruise on the Glenelg River, set in the majestic Lower Glenelg National Park. Cruise aboard the top deck of the Nelson Explorer or inside the cosy cabin of the Nelson Endeavour, departing from the coastal township of Nelson in Victoria. Nelson River Cruises offer a range of cruises to suit all occasions including aleisurely 3.5 hour return cruise to the Princess Margaret Rose Caves. Vessels are also available for functions and private charter, and can be catered for day or night.

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TUNNING Cape Bridgewater, located just a 15 minute drive west of Portland, Victoria is home to Australia’s best beach. The 4km long beach was voted one of the top 10 Best Secret Beaches in Australia for its great sand and crystal blue waters making it a great place to relax or start a new adventure. The village has many beautiful cape walks, taking in sections of the Great South West Walk including blowholes, petrified forest and seal walk. There are also great opportunities for water skiing at Bridgewater Lakes or sand boarding, SCAN ME FOR swimming, surfing, fishing, bike riding, MORE INFORMATION canoeing, caving and much more.

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Bridgewater Bay and Beaches The bay comprises 4kms of wide sandy beach and is the hub of the township. Facilities include a beachside cafe, public toilets, and surf life saving club which patrols the area on weekends and public holidays during the summer season, from the first week in December through to Easter from 10am to 5pm.

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Stony Hill is the highest cliff top on the Victorian coastline, towering 130 metres above sea level. It was once the western rim of a volcano, stretching between the Seal Caves and the springs. The evolution of a sand pit linked the island to the mainland, dunes formed and have since turned to limestone.

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Formed mainly of basalt (black) and scoria (purple) rock, these blowholes create spectacular spouts of sea spray during high seas. They are located 4kms past Bridgewater Bay, 100 metres from the blowholes car park. The Petrified Forest is only 50 metres walking distance from the blowholes carpark. Debate continues about the formation of the hard trunk-like columns. The columns look like petrified tree stumps but science tells us they are made from sand cemented by a mineral solution and now exposed by erosion.

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Get up close and personal to Australia’s only mainland breeding colony of seals. Cape Bridgewater is home to more than 2000 Australian and Long Nosed Fur

Seals who play in the local waters year round. Take an exhilarating boat ride from Cape Bridgewater beach to see these playful animals, with the opportunity to view other wildlife such as dolphins. There are opportunities to snorkel or kayak alongside the seals in what is one of south west Victoria’s most amazing tourist attractions.

Tarragal Limestone Caves Situated opposite the entrance to Bridgewater Lakes, a steep 50 metre climb to the caves provides an excellent view across Discovery Bay.

Cape Bridgewater Lakes This is a popular recreational area for fishing, canoeing and waterskiing. If you’re interested in surf fishing, beach combing or walking along 60kms of unspoiled beach, take the walk into Discovery Bay. To get to the lakes, take the scenic 10 minute drive on Bridgewater Lakes Road from Shelly Beach. Produced by TBW Today

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ORTLAND is one of Victoria’s premier nature-based tourism destinations. With dramatic coastline and volcanic cliffs, isolated beaches and majestic forests, it is a wonderland for sightseeing being labelled one of the best locations to view whales, seals and gannets. SCAN ME FOR MORE INFORMATION

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with examples of stone huts and eel traps. Located at the western end of the Great Ocean Road, halfway between Melbourne and Adelaide, the city is home to a deep sea port, one of the oldest in Australia which has welcomed trade since the early 1800s. Portland offers a variety of accommodation, places to dine, retail boutiques and things to do such as fishing, surfing, bushwalking and whale watching. Ride the Portland Cable Tram for a scenic view of the harbour and the city’s tourist sites. Plan your trip by visiting www. iamportland.com.au.

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TAKE A STEP BACK IN TIME WITH A RIDE ON THE HISTORIC PORTLAND CABLE TRAMS. Enjoy our on-board commentary and spectacular views of the Port of Portland, or hop on and off along the way to see: • Tram Depot, including museum, historic displays, model trains and gemstone collection • Powerhouse Motor & Car Museum. • Portland Botanic Gardens • Maritime Discovery Centre • World War II Memorial Lookout Tower Trips run daily from 10am, 7 days a week. Tickets available on the tram or at the tram depot. Ample parking at the tram depot for mobile homes and caravans.

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Portland is Victoria’s first European settlement with great displays of early architecture blending in with a working industrial port, the world’s biggest exporter of hard wood chip. This city is unsurpassed in options for either leisure or outdoor pursuits. The beautiful city of Portland is steeped in history. Established in 1834, it is Victoria’s first European settlement with beautiful examples of colonial architecture, however its history reaches far deeper. The Budj Bim Cultural Landscape is one of the oldest examples of a permanent indigenous settlement, pre-dating the Egyptian pyramids,

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The region’s rich maritime history is showcased at the Portland Maritime Discovery Centre which is home of some of the region’s vast cultural collection. View numerous maritime artefacts, including the historic Portland lifeboat, sit inside the ribcage of a giant sperm whale skeleton or come face to face with a replica Great White Shark. Stop for a break in the cafe and absorb the stunning harbour views.

Whale Watching Portland is Victoria’s whale watching capital. There are many vantage points to watch these large ocean mammals on their winter migration, including the Wade Street viewing platform in the heart of town, which provides binoculars to watch. Whales frequent Portland year round with blue whales in the warmer summer months and southern right whales and humpbacks during the cooler winter months. To learn of the latest whale sightings visit www.whalemail.com. au for up to the minute alerts or visit the Whalemail Facebook page.

Fishing Portland is Australia’s southern Bluefin tuna fishing capital with 100kg barrel catches a regular sighting from the local boat ramp. The city is home of the ‘Hooked on Tuna’ fishing competition, held every weekend in April, and the ‘Hooked

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Portland’s coast on Portland’ competition on the Australia Day long weekend which each attract hundreds of anglers from across Australia, eager to lure-in a prize winning catch. The fertile seas and local rivers provide a wealth of opportunities for keen fishers with waters stocked with salmon, King George whiting, snapper, mulloway, garfish, and kingfish. These abundant supplies make the marina one of the busiest in Victoria. Ensure you get a fishing

licence as they are essential in Victoria, which can be purchased from the Visitor Information Centre or local fishing retail outlets.

Hooked on Portland This annual Australia Day long weekend foreshore celebration is a must-see event. Featuring a huge two-day fishing competition, keen anglers travel from across Australia in hunt of a big catch

and chance to win the big prize pool. For those that don’t want to fish there is a huge foreshore party with top Aussie bands on the main stage, a great wine and beer bar, food truck park, plus lots of free activities for the kids. For the masterchef’s there is a huge cooking demonstration, showing budding cooks how to master cooking the best seafood dishes. To learn more visit facebook.com/ hookedonportland.

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From the moment you board the wonderfully restored 1886 salon car, you will be surrounded by the sights and sounds of a bygone era. The beautiful and intricate coachwork speaks of a time when life moved at a more leisurely pace. Travelling along the 8 kilometre coastal harbour route, the tram links some of Portland’s major tourist attractions.

The Gannets The only mainland Gannet Rookery found in Australia is located on the tip of Point Danger, a short distance from the city centre. These birds are the overflow from the nearby colony on Lawrence Rocks. During the breeding season their numbers can swell to hundreds, providing a mesmerising view for visitors. The birds are close relatives of the famous red-footed/blue-footed/ masked boobies that tourists spend thousands of dollars visiting in the Galapagos Islands. Keep an eye out for the gannets feeding. They are majestic in flight and are often seen gliding on air currents above the ocean and then suddenly go into an amazing high speed dive with enough momentum to carry them several metres below the surface to catch their prey.

Historical Buildings The town’s historic past is to thank for the hundreds of beautiful

historic buildings scattered throughout the city, many of which date back to the early 1800s. Discover more about 50 of these buildings on a self-guided historic buildings walk, or take in the city’s majestic Botanic Gardens, the second oldest in Victoria.

Cape Nelson Lighthouse On 7th July 1884 the Cape Nelson Lighthouse was officially lit. The need for a lighthouse west of Portland had been apparent since the earliest years of European settlement. The state of navigation, the nature of sailing vessels and the treacherous coastline meant that vessels were in danger as they made their way to and from Melbourne to Adelaide. From time to time there were major ship wrecks. In 1854 a government committee recommended that lighthouses were built on a number of prominent headlands along the Victorian coastline, with a major open-ocean lighthouse to be erected at Cape Bridgewater. Portland Harbour master James Fawthrop submitted a report in 1856, asserting that ”a light exhibited on Cape Nelson would be preferable”. His compelling arguments won the day and Cape Nelson became the preferred site. In 1987 the light was connected to main power and in the 1990s the lighthouse was “de-manned” or automated, ending an era of lighthouse keepers dating

back to 1884. It continues its vital role in keeping our regional seas safe. Operated by the Australian Maritime Safety Authority, its white group light, flashing four times every twenty seconds, can be seen some 21 nautical miles out to sea.

Botanic Gardens Curator’s Cottage The bluestone curator’s cottage was constructed in two stages, with the first stage erected in 1858 and the second stage in 1889. The cottage not only housed the curator and his family, but also doubled as a shelter for visitors to the garden during periods of inclement weather. Over the years seven curators lived in the cottage, the last being Gilbert Pritchard in 1963. In 1965 the cottage was restored and became home to the Portland Historical Society collection. It is open to the public as a house museum.

Budj Bim Cultural Landscape Sacred to the Gunditjmara people, the Budj Bim Cultural Landscape at Lake Condah is home to the remains of Australia’s largest aquaculture system and one of the world’s earliest sites of human settlement and society. Dating back more than 6000 years, the area shows evidence of a large Aboriginal community systematically farming and

smoking eels for food and trade. Tours are available of the Lake Condah site where visitors can see eel and fish traps and the only remaining huts built by an indigenous community in Australia. The Budj Bim Cultural Landscape has formally been recognised on the UNESCO World Heritage List.

Narrawong The pretty village of Narrawong is on the northern edge of Portland Bay and sits alongside the mouth of the Surry River. The foreshore is a popular spot for lazy summer holidays, with angling for bream and salmon in the river and mulloway and snapper in the surf. The local boat ramp at the camping ground is a popular launching spot whilst the beach is patrolled during summer. Mount Clay State Forest’s Sawpit Reserve is a popular free camping spot, offering picturesque views of Portland Bay. For the adventurous, there is a track for the keen mountain bikers, suiting all levels and experiences, whilst for bushwalkers there are many great tracks, providing opportunities to see native orchids, bush birds and native animals. Narrawong’s Esplanade is a popular walking path and suitable for all fitness levels. The town’s historic cemetery is home to the grave of William Dutton, Portland’s first European settler.

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Surrounded on three sides by the beautiful Surry River with the ocean at the mouth. The Park offers shady grassed sites with many on the river’s edge. Accommodation ranging from Budget Cabins to Large Family Deluxe Cabins.

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In 1850 an area of approximately 30 acres bounded by Glenelg Street, Bentinck Street and Salt Creek was set aside as a reserve for a botanical garden. The planting style in the gardens highlights “the art of gardening”. The facilities available to visitors include BBQs, picnic tables and seating, public toilets, disability access and wheelchair friendly paths. Dogs on a leash welcome. The Portland Cable Tram stop is located at the main entrance.

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NCOVER history in every corner of this charming fishing village at the end of the Great Ocean Road. The last destination in Victoria’s famed Shipwreck Coast, Port Fairy boasts wide streets lined with 19th century cottages, great Norfolk pines and old stone churches. Join the fun of the Port Fairy SCAN ME FOR Folk Festival and the buzzing art scene, MORE INFORMATION get active in the water, and see animals in the wild, from southern right wales, seals and dolphins to wallabies, kangaroos and emus. The Port Fairy Visitor Information Centre is located on Bank Street and is open Monday through to Sunday, 9am to 5pm. Phone 03 5568 2682.

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Port Fairy Lighthouse The Port Fairy Lighthouse was built in 1859 on what was then Rabbit Island. This later became part of Griffith Island. The light is 41 feet above high watermark and its visibility to seaward is 12 miles. The original working drawings provided for six stone steps from the natural basalt rock to entrance door level. Because of the south-westerly gales which send huge seas crashing onto the area, the causeway and wall were built to provide safer access. Sailing directions, Victoria - Bass Strait, the official data book of coastal navigation facilities, lists the light as a “fourth order dioptric double flashing white light every 10 seconds”.

Houses and Buildings Port Fairy has many 19th century buildings, built mainly in a variety of architectural styles and from many different materials. Some of these homes are quite grand and were built for men of means while others are very modest. Take note of the decorative features of the buildings, decorative fanlights over doorways, ornate barge board and cast iron lacework. Please bear in mind that most of these buildings are private homes. A Historic Walks map, National Trust listings and booklet “Historic Buildings of Port Fairy”, which contains a wealth of information on our early buildings, are all available from the Visitor Information Centre.

Griffiths Island John Griffiths established Port Fairy’s whaling industry on the island in the 1830s. No trace of this activity can be found today. The lighthouse - c.1859 and built of local bluestone - stands sentinel on the eastern tip of the island and still sends its light out to sea. These days it’s a solar powered light with a sind assisted generator. The lighthouse keepers’ cottages were demolished in the 1950s; however, their gardens live on with many hardy plants flowering in the appropriate season. Griffiths Island is also home to

a large colony of mutton birds. These little birds arrive here late in September from the Aleutian Islands near Alaska. Following the laying and incubation of their eggs in January, the birds leave again for the northern hemisphere in April.

Artisan Enclave What is it about Port Fairy that arists find so inspiring? Is it the constantly changing colours of the sea, the changing seasons or the many beautiful corners of town? Discover local artistic treasures and inspiration behind the work.

A surging sea at Port Fairy

Food and Wine Visit Port Fairy with forks drawn. Local chefs have the pick of the crop with productive waters and fertile volcanic soil marrying together to create a delicious seasonal selection. Port Fairy is full of fabulous restaurants serving freshly ground coffee for breakfast through to ‘catch of the day’ creations for dinner.

Festivals and Events Tap your toes, feast your eyes and fill your stomachs. Port Fairy has a year-round calendar, packed full of interactive events. Port Fairy Folk Festival is the year’s busiest with 40,000 people helping to transform the village into one big party.

Trails and Tracks Make footprints in the sand, exploring a shipwrecked coast. Walk back to the 1800s, finding old bluestone buildings, Jump in the saddle and ride over the rich volcanic pastures that produce delicious wines, cheeses and vegetables. Discover your own path in Port Fairy.

Rollers break at Port Fairy

Family Friendly At Port Fairy, kids of all ages are spoiled for choice with patrolled beaches, skate park, giant slide, Australian native animals, and parks to explore. The only question is will the kids have enough energy to do it all.

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History The Peek Woorroong Aboriginal people lived around Warrnambool, which was a rich environment with plentiful seafood, eels and birdlife. The sealers and whalers who first settled in Portland and Port Fairy knew the bay, for although it did not give shelter to the dreaded easterlies and southeasterlies, it did give some shelter from the west. Altogether, however, it was not a safe harbour. There are 29 known shipwrecks in Lady Bay.

Great Attractions Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village, a fascinating historic precinct that includes the state heritage listed Lady Bay Lighthouse, Warrnambool Garrison and a 1870s coastal port with an entire town. Winner of 4 Victorian Tourism Awards in the past 5 years it a not to be missed part of Warrnambool heritage. Location: 89 Merri Street, Warrnambool. www.flagstaffhill.com.

Great Shopping Warrnambool has a vibrant shopping precinct with quality clothing stores, perhaps a legacy of the city’s s connection to Fletcher Jones. With large retailers that you would expect to see and smaller boutique high end stores you will be spoilt for choice. There is a good selection of interesting restaurants and cafes, particularly at the south end of Liebig St. The arts precinct, including an excellent regional gallery, is also at the south end of Liebig Street.

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ARRNAMBOOL has a dramatic location on a plateau behind a steep bluff, defined by rivers to the east and west, overlooking sheltered Lady Bay. There are interesting historical buildings and attractive streetscapes, but perhaps the biggest surprise is the range of superb beaches right at the city’s front door.

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Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village The Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village is on a state heritage-listed site overlooking the beautiful Lady Bay. You can explore the site and gain a glimpse into our region’s maritime heritage. All included in the entry fee is below. The recreated village comprising more than 40 buildings and several boats, portrays life in a 19th century port town. You can meander through the original Warrnambool Garrison, built in 1887, as part of the colony’s response to fear of a Russian invasion. A fort was constructed near the two historic lighthouses to house two rare muzzle-loading cannons with a range of 5½ kms. The fort and the cannons have been restored. Flagstaff Hill contains Victoria’s largest collection of shipwreck artefacts, many of which are displayed in the Great Circle Gallery Museum. The collection centrepiece is the stunning Loch Ard Peacock recovered from the famous 1878 wreck of the Loch Ard. This piece is one of Australia’s most valuable shipwreck artefacts and insured for $4 million. After sunset each night the village comes to life with the dramatic sound and laser show Shipwrecked. The show is projected on to a 9m-high water fountain with the village as the backdrop. Location: 89 Merri Street, Warrnambool. www.flagstaffhill.com.

Lake Pertobe Adventure Playground Lake Pertobe is a 20ha adventure

playground and a paradise for kids. There are giant slides, flying foxes, a maze and boat rides. Everyone can enjoy the lovely walking tracks around the lakes, and the park features delightful picnic areas and sheltered barbecue facilities. The Lake Pertobe precinct is also home to lawn tennis courts, mini golf, an athletics track and there’s a nearby skateboard park. Location: Pertobe Road.

Botanic Gardens Warrnambool’s Botanic Gardens were designed by William Guilfoyle in 1879, shortly after he completed the Melbourne Royal Botanic Gardens. Designed in the classic style, these elegant sheltered gardens feature wide curving paths, ancient trees, a lily pond with ducks, fernery and a band rotunda. The garden retains remnants of the original flora on the site, plus a fernery with flora from the Otway Ranges. Location: Corner Queens Road and Cockman Street.

Fletcher Jones Gardens David Fletcher Jones (1895-1977) started his career as a hawker in the Western District. He first came to Warrnambool in 1924 and opened a clothing store in Liebig Street. His business gradually expanded, and in 1948 he constructed a clothing factory on a site in East Warrnambool, which had once been a quarry. The factory buildings were sited to the south of the block and a garden wall created in the area occupied by the quarry. At its peak, the company had 55 stores and over 2,700 employees.

The colourful gardens survive and feature Fletcher Jones’ hawker wagon, a waterfall and wishing well. Location: Corner of Flaxman Street and Raglan Parade.

Hopkins Falls Hopkins Falls are set in lush dairy country. They make an ideal picnic, fishing and walking spot, with gas barbecues and toilets provided. In early summer the falls are the scene for one of nature’s most extraordinary migrations, as shortfinned eels negotiate the falls on their migration to and from their spawning grounds in the Coral Sea (3000km away). Location: 13kms north east of Warrnambool.

Hopkins River The Hopkins River mouth (and Blue Hole) with its beautiful cliffs, rock formations and rock pools is a popular fishing spot. In late spring, short-finned eels can sometimes gather in huge numbers waiting for access to the sea on their journey to the Coral Sea. Just up from the river mouth, boating, waterskiing and swimming are possible. The National Trust-classified Proudfoots Boathouse is nearby. Location: Off Otway Road.

Merri River The Merri River lies to the west of the city, meandering through wetlands (now partly the Lake Pertobe adventure playground) before emerging at Stingray Bay, in the Thunder Point Coastal Reserve. The Merri is regarded as one of Victoria’s finest brown trout streams.

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Rivers and Nature The Merri River comes around the city from the west, and part of the old wetlands below the bluff have been transformed into the 20 ha Lake Pertobe Adventure Playground. The Hopkins River estuary is on the eastern side of the city. It’s a large and beautiful estuary with an important role in the lifecycle of short-finned eels (once a staple for a large Aboriginal population). There are some elaborate historic boatsheds, now converted into a restaurant complex. To the east of the Hopkins lies Logans Beach and a specially constructed platform designed to overlook a whale nursery that is used every year by female Southern Right Whales and their calves.

Warrnambool Art Gallery Established in 1886, the Warrnambool Art Gallery is an attractive modern building in the Warrnambool arts precinct. It houses a diverse collection of works, from elegant European salon paintings to examples of avant-garde modernism from the Angry Penguins. The gallery’s three temporary exhibition spaces present a diverse program of leading Australian artists. The gallery shows major exhibitions rarely seen outside capital cities, but also actively encourages and supports local artists. Entry to the Warrnambool Art Gallery is free.

Open Monday-Friday 10.00am-5.00pm; Saturday, Sunday and public holidays 12.00pm5.00pm. Location: 26 Liebig Street, Warrnambool. www.theWag.com.au.

Lighthouse Theatre The redeveloped Lighthouse Theatre is south-west Victoria’s premier cultural and entertainment centre. It is beacon for drama, music, dance and comedy and attracts performers of national and international renown. Located within the CBD it is close to accommodation venues, restaurants and other attractions making it a perfect option for a great night out. www.lighthousetheatre.com.au

Proudfoot’s Boathouse Proudfoot’s Boathouse is an unusual, highly-ornamented Victorian-era boathouse, recognised by the National Trust. Thomas Proudfoot first applied to build a jetty in a 1885 and he established a leisure-boat business. The early single-storey sections are thought to date from this period. The two-storey second stage probably dates from 1893. The renovated complex now includes reception facilities, several bars and a restaurant. It was a great spot with a lovely view in 1885, and it still is today. Location:

2 Simpson Street (on Hopkins River).

classified by the National Trust. Location: Wollaston Road.

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The property Wollaston was selected by Thomas Manifold in the early 1840s and inherited by Walter Manifold in 1884. A punt operated across the Merri River until Arthur D Dobson, who constructed the Breakwater, built the Wollaston Suspension Bridge in 1890 for Walter Manifold. The bridge which used cables from the Melbourne Tramway Service cost £5000 and is

An impressive monument was erected in 1925, at the south end of Liebig St, to recognise those who served in World War 1. It now also commemorates soldiers from all the subsequent wars that have involved Australians. The monument is made from red granite and the soldier and the angel are carved from Italian marble. Location: Liebig Street.

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ESTLED amongst the rolling hills and river red gums of the Glenelg River valley, Casterton is positioned roughly halfway between SCAN ME FOR Melbourne and Adelaide, centrally MORE INFORMATION located to the Great Ocean Road, Grampians, and Coonawarra wine region. An ideal overnight stop, Casterton will tempt you to stay longer as you explore the legendary history of Kelpie Country and the abundance of native flora and fauna. The town’s leafy streets, heritage buildings and friendly country hospitality make it a pleasure to stay and enjoy the wide range of amenities available to visitors including galleries, cafes, and boutique speciality stores.

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Birthplace of the Kelpie Warrock Homestead, north of Casterton, is the birthplace of the iconic Kelpie breed, recognised for its intelligence and skill working cattle and sheep. The original pup, known as Kelpie, was born in 1871, her parents being a pair of black and tan Collies imported from Scotland by Warrock’s owner George Robertson. Robertson had a policy of not selling females from the stock but had given a pup to his nephew. Jack Gleeson, a drover working at nearby Dunrobin Homestead, wanted to buy a female pup but could not obtain one from Robertson. The nephew initially refused to sell but was eventually persuaded to swap the pup for a horse which he fancied. Gleeson named the pup Kelpie, meaning a malignant water spirit haunting the fords and streams in the shape of a horse. Shortly after, Gleeson left the district and Kelpie was mated with working dogs in Ardlethan, NSW. The progeny created the bloodlines of the Kelpie breed, with one of the original litter going on to come equal first in a trial in 1878.

Australian Kelpie Centre Casterton is home of the newly built Australian Kelpie Centre, paying tribute to the story of the iconic working dog. The Henty Street facility, situated in the heart of the Kelpie Trail, includes a Visitor Information Centre, meeting spaces, amenities and an interpretative display showcasing the history of the Kelpie working dog. Open seven days from 9am to 5pm, the centre provides an interpretative display on the working dog and the rich cultural heritage of the area. Take home a unique souvenir and plenty of information on things to see and do in the area.

Australian Kelpie Muster The Australian Kelpie Muster, held each Queen’s Birthday long weekend in June, is globally recognised for celebrating the iconic working dog breed. The festival is filled with fun activities,

The Casterton hills novelty Kelpie events and working displays which celebrate and demonstrate the Kelpie’s amazing skills and temperament. The final day of celebrations provides a unique chance to observe superior working dogs demonstrate their skills before being put up for auction. One dog fetched more than $22,000 breaking a world record for the price of a working dog. To learn more visit castertonkelpieassociation.com.au.

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Kelpie Walking Trail An easy walk around the town, the Kelpie Walking Trail links five unique sculptures to reveal the fascinating life and times of the Kelpie. The statues feature interpretative signage and the walker can select from three routes; including heritage themed streetscapes, wonderful river redgums and historic railway precinct, and a Glenelg river walking trail.

Mickle Lookout High above the town centre, Casterton’s Mickle Outlook offers a fantastic photo opportunity of the stunning rolling hills and CBD main street. The view back to the lookout from the main street features the Fleur De Lys (Scout) emblem which is illuminated at night.

Bilston’s Tree This River Red Gum, which was a sapling in 1200AD, is reputed to contain the largest volume of millable timber of eucalypt species. The tree’s girth measures a mammoth 7.26 metres and it soars more than 40 metres tall. Access to the short walking track and interpretative signboard is

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via Glenmia Road, 29kms along the Casterton-Edenhope Road. Glenmia Road is unsuitable for large or towing vehicles.

Bailey’s Rocks Bailey’s Rocks are a collection of giant green granite boulders, formed more than 500 million years ago, in the Dergholm State Park. The boulders are easily accessible by two well defined walking tracks, providing a great photo opportunity. Camping, picnics, orienteering, scenic and four wheel driving are popular pastimes in this area.

Parks and Recreation Casterton offers a number of picturesque recreation areas to suit all ages and abilities. Ess Lagoon offers a picnic and fishing area and is regularly stocked with trout. The Railway Reserve features a railwaythemed playground and shady rotunda. Apex Park is a popular barbecue stop. Both Bryan Park near the hospital and the Rotary Rest Point, near the Jack Gleeson statue on the riverbank have fun playgrounds. Island Park

Recreation Reserve offers a full range of sporting facilities, and includes a caravan park, barbecue area, playground, Olympic swimming pool, bowling green, croquet lawn, tennis and netball courts, and sports ovals. A modern skate park is located opposite Island Park. Casterton also has an 18 hole golf course, racecourse and indoor sporting facilities.

Flora and Fauna The Wilkin Flora and Fauna reserve covers 3600 hectares with 4WD and 2WD track access. Mill Swamp is of interest to bird watchers – a bird list is available from the Casterton Visitor Information Centre. Along with birds, spring wildflowers are a beautiful attraction from August to October in the Long Lead Swamp, Tower and Carmichael Track areas. The Red Tailed Black Cockatoo, which is in danger of extinction, is only found in south west Victoria and south east South Australia. These magnificent birds feed on the seeds of Brown Stringbarks and Bulokes and nest in old River Red Gums or Yellow Gums, in this area.

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Dartmoor ITUATED on the Glenelg River in western Victoria, Dartmoor has full amenities for travellers and tourists and prides itself on its commitment to community involvement.

The Dartmoor district has an intriguing appeal and history of its own, from Koori times, through surveying by explorer Major Mitchell and the age of pastoral expansion, to its growth as a lasting centre of prime grazing production and the epicentre of the softwood plantation industry. The memorial tree Carvings in Dartmoor are unique and provide great interest for tourists. Dartmoor’s World War 1 Avenue of Honour Memorial tree carvings and streetscape provides a unique point of interest for tourists. Carved by chainsaw-sculpture Kevin Gilders, restorations have since been completed by Jon Dickson in 2017.

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The avenue can be viewed as part of the Dartmoor Heritage Trail Walk, which also includes a visit to Fort O’Hare where Major Mitchell camped during his exploration of “Australian Felix”, situated on the junction of the Glenelg and Crawford rivers. Dartmoor is scenically situated on the Glenelg River in South West Victoria about 400km from Melbourne and 500km from Adelaide on National Highway 1, the Princess Highway. It is central to major tourist destinations such as the Grampians, the Coonawarra wine district and the Limestone Coast.

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