Summer in the West

Melbourne’s Neighbourhoods Summer in the West

Make it a day trip or extend your stay to check out Melbourne's vibrant west.

Corked

New in Town

Check out the city views from Wyndham Harbour’s latest arrival 3030 Boulevard 27 . There’s woodfired pizza, snacks and gourmet hotdogs right on the edge of the bay. And, yes, the astroturfed outdoor area is pooch friendly. At Werribee Park, find a spot at garden cafe/wine bar The Refectory Parlour 28 . You can also order a hamper filled with local produce and spread out on the lawn. +3030boulevard.com +therefectory.com.au

Neighbourhood Treasures

They grew up in Colombo, but chefs Chiran Hemadasa and Isuru Madusanka are now updating Sri Lankan family recipes at Werribee’s Fusion Ceylon 29 . Try dishes like koththu (stir-fried naan), Jaffna goat curry and hot butter cuttlefish. Find the magic wine bottle and it will unlock the concealed door to Corked 30 . Here, you can enjoy a glass of wine and charcuterie plate overlooking Werribee River. +fusionceylon.com.au +corkedwb.com

Stay a While

Indulge in some romance at the Lancemore Mansion Hotel 31 . Set within acres of gorgeous gardens, it also comes fully equipped for relaxation with a day spa and restaurant. New in town is the Holiday Inn Werribee 32 , a stylish, family-friendly option with neighbourhood views, including from the eighth floor Rosana Bistro and Bar. +lancemore.com.au/mansion-

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Werribee Open Range Zoo Jo Howell

Take a Wild Ride

This summer, experience a glorious savannah at Werribee Open Range Zoo’s Sunset Safari.

Explore the walking trails showcasing some of the world's most impressive animals, including rhinoceros, giraffes, zebras, ostriches, lions and hippopotamus, then become immersed in the wild during a personalised safari bus tour and learn from zoo guides about efforts to fight wildlife extinction.

Featuring interactive and authentic performances of drums, song and dance to the rhythm and soul of Africa, the unique experience also comes with a range of food and beverage options, including bistrostyle, canapés, cocktails and an African village braai.

Sunset Safari helps Zoos Victoria support international partners, including the Uganda Wildlife Conservation Education Centre, which specialises in wildlife conservation and research, animal rescues and community outreach programs.

To book or for more information visit +zoo.org.au/werribee

Werribee Open Range Zoo

Take an African adventure, right around the corner! Just 30 minutes from the city, you can jump aboard a free safari bus to adventure across an open savannah. Spot giraff es, rhinoceros, zebras and more. Wander the African Trail to come face to face with lions, meerkats, and the western lowland gorillas. Then explore the Australian Trail where you can spot koalas, kangaroos and emus. Enjoy free keeper talks, expansive outdoor spaces and exciting play areas. Train & Bus: Werribee Line to Werribee station then Bus 439 to Werribee South Open: Daily, 9am to 5pm K Road, Werribee t 1300 966 784 w zoo.org.au/werribee