Gippsland Area Attractions
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A small intimate cafe offering delicious lunches, fresh and lavishly made.
Dine outdoors or inside in comfort. Enjoy well made coffee and a fine selection of teas, as well as Devonshire teas.
All day breakfast is a specialty with delicious omelette's and lavish big breakfasts.
If it is catering you require, please call to discuss you needs with Juliet, and we can arrange any menu you desire.
Browse the art work featuring the mosaic works of local artist Wendy burns.A Lovely Little Lunch
Orbost
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Across Africa offers a range of authentic and unique handmade art and crafts from Africa. Only 90 minutes drive from Melbourne, our retail outlet is situated in Yarragon Village. Our name was derived from the fact that our products are sourced from many countries within Africa.
Having lived in South Africa for almost 40 years our passion for African artifacts has led us to want to inspire and share with others the culture and uniqueness of artwork from African communities. We have endeavo...Across Africa
Yarragon
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At 59 metres, Agnes Falls are the highest single span falls in Victoria.
Things to see and do
* Take a short stroll through the Blue Gum forest to a viewing area overlooking the falls
* Watch and listen to birds darting between bushes or feeding within the canopy of the trees within the gorge
* Relax and enjoy a picnic or barbecue under the shade of tall blue gums on the grassy banks of the Agnes River
The nearest township is Toora, which has toilets, barbecues, picnic tables, inf...Agnes Falls Scenic Reserve
Toora
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Alfred National Park contains some of the most southerly occurrences of warm temperate rainforest in Australia
Things to see and do
There are no walking tracks or easily accessible stopping points on the highway from which to explore the park. Views from the highway are possible, but stopping is not recommended.Only keen walkers prepared with maps and navigation gear should explore the park. Walking may be difficult due to thick vegetation.
There are no camping areas provided in the ...Alfred National Park
Cann River
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The Alpine National Park is Victoria's largest and protects our highest mountains and varied alpine environments. With adjoining national parks in NSW and the ACT, it forms an area that protects almost all of Australia's high country. Extensive snowfields are the primary winter attraction, while warmer months bring stunning wildflower displays and bushwalks and four wheel driving. The 655 kilometre Australian Alps Walking Track traverses the Alps from Walhalla to Canberra.
Australia's Alps a...Alpine National Park
Omeo
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Arty and Leannes Bakery where fresh is the only thing we serve, all baked on the premises come and Visit Arty and Leanne at their Bakery.Arty and Leannes Bakery
Swifts Creek
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Originally starting under the name Candybell, our nursery is still the only commercial propagator of named varieties of Lapageria, or the Chilean Bellflower.
Now known as the Australia Begonia company, we still grow a full range of Lapageria, but now we have added tuberous, cane and rex begonias to our growing list. We are currently the world's only nursery specialising in a full range of beautiful Australian bred Tuberous Begonias.
We also grow and propagate the fabled Blue Himalayan Po...Australian Begonia Company
Erica
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The 13,300 ha Baw Baw National Park covers a substantial part of the Baw Baw Plateau and sections of the Thomson and Aberfeldy River valleys. One of the two Victorian national parks with large areas of sub-alpine vegetation, it offers outstanding views, colourful wildflowers in early summer and open grassy plains with Snow Gum woodlands.
Things to Do
Scenic drives: Drive to Mount St Gwinear or Mount Erica. Enjoy a picnic at Silvertop Picnic Ground overlooking the Thomson Dam or visit the...Baw Baw National Park
Erica
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The paved Rainforest Walk at the junction of the Bemm and McKenzie rivers enables visitors to experience a rainforest river valley, its secrets of survival and the creatures it harbours. Swing bridges over the McKenzie River and through the gnarled trees add a different dimension to the rainforest experience.
Things to see and do
The Rainforest Walk is a perfect opportunity for travellers to stop, break their drive and stretch their legs. The walk is one kilometre long over sealed paths,...Bemm River Scenic Reserve
Bellbird Creek
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Nestled into the evergreen undulating hills, just to the north of Warragul and Drouin, is Brandy Creek Wines and View Cafe.
West Gippslands premier wine, food and function destination.
Here in the relaxed atmosphere of the beautifully appointed cafe or on the well protected alfresco patio, you can enjoy Brandy Creek's premium cool climate wines, including Tempranillo and Sparkling Pinot Gris.
Share a few of our tasty Tapas dishes with family or friends and take in the stunning vie...Brandy Creek Wines & View Cafe
Drouin East
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Near the township of Buchan, lies a honeycomb of caves full of spectacular limestone formations. Buchan Caves were formed by underground rivers cutting through limestone rock. The formations are created by rain water seeping through cracks and dissolving some of the limestone. As each droplet comes through the roof it deposits calcite which crystallises in a small ring. In time, stalactites are formed on the roof of the cave, and stalagmites build up from droplets which fall to the floor.
Th...Buchan Caves Reserve
Buchan
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Rugged sandstone cliffs along much of the boundary of the park are a striking backdrop for beach activities, featuring sandy coves, rocky headlands, caves and rock pinnacles. Many of these are accessible to sightseers, sunbathers, swimmers and budding explorers.
The George Bass Coastal Walk, adjacent to the park, offers panoramic coastal views from a narrow winding path, along clifftops rising high above the pounding surf of Bass Strait. The walk starts at the southern end of Punchbowl Road o...Bunurong Marine and Coastal Park
Cape Paterson
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Candalaraine is a working Alpaca farm overlooking breathtaking views of the Tarago Valley just outside of beautiful Neerim South. We are just forty minutes from Berwick on the way to Noojee and Mt Baw Baw.
We proudly stock one of the largest collections of Australian produced Alpaca wear representing the unmatched qualities of this luxurious fibre with a Made to measure or Create to your taste service. Our unique, One off original wearable art creations can be pondered over while rel...Candalaraine Alpacas
Neerim South
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Cape Conran Coastal Park near Marlo in East Gippsland is 11,700 hectares in area. It has heathlands, wild ocean beaches and banksia woodlands brimming with nectar-feeding birds.
Things to Do
* Activities include swimming, diving, camping and cabins, nature study, boating, fishing and rock pooling.
* Walks include the self-guided Cape Conran Nature Trail and the magnificent Dock Inlet and Pearl Point day walks.
Fauna
Seals, and occasionally whales (further out at sea) are seen. The...Cape Conran Coastal Park
Cape Conran
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South Gippsland Entertainment Experience!
Carino's s Caff & Wine Bar with its inspired menu, contemporary interior, popular alfresco area, welcoming atmosphere and great quality food at value for money prices makes it a sought after lunch and dinner venue in South Gippsland for singles, couples and families for all occasions!
Being situated within an entertainment complex enables Carino s patrons after an enjoyable meal to treat themselves, their partners, or family and friends to a gre...Carino`s Caffe & Wine Bar
Leongatha
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A wide range of delectable chutneys, pickles, relishes, spicy pickled onions, sauces, gourmet jams, jellies, honey and cordials are produced under the Clearly Delicious label. These are available for tastings and sales at the Clearly Delicious Produce Store located on a picturesque rural property at Lillico, north of Warragul, in the West Gippsland region.
All products are hand made in our kitchens in small batches to ensure freshness and full flavour. All are 100% natural with no added pres...Clearly Delicious
Lillico
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Based in Swifts Creek and run by regional historian Peter Gardner, Club Bookshop has approximately 35,000 books in stock. Covering a wide variety of topics and contain many rare editions.
Ngarak Press is owned and operated by regional historian Peter Gardner and has been established since 1989. Initially a mail order business Ngarak now deals substantially in secondhand books as well as wholesaling and retailing.
Peter Gardner has lived in Gippsland for more than twenty-five yea...Club Bookshop
Swifts Creek
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Coopracambra National Park is one of the most remote sections of Victoria and remains largely undisturbed. The red sandstone gorge of the Genoa River and the surrounding granite peaks form some outstanding scenery. The 35,000ha park protects high conservation values with undisturbed ecosystems, a heritage river, rare flora and fauna and diverse landscape values.
Things to see and do
A 2 kilometre drive along the W.B. Line from the Monaro Highway brings you to a short walking track to the...Coopracambra National Park
Chandlers Creek
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The Marine National Park samples a small part of this important sheltered inlet adjacent to the wilderness coast of Wilsons Promontory and is part of the Corner Inlet Ramsar site that protects the habitat for migratory wading birds.
Corner Inlet is the most easterly, and consequently the warmest, of Victoria's large bays. It boasts a complex network of mangroves, saltmarsh, mud banks, seagrass beds, rocky islands and deeper channels. Corner Inlet supports huge numbers of migratory water bird...Corner Inlet Marine National Park
Yanakie
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Cowwarr Art Space commenced operating in 1994 as an independent multi-arts Gippsland Gallery. The large two story Federation Arts & Craft Pise constructed Butter Factory, built in 1918, is listed with the National Trust and Heritage Victoria. It has been extensively and sensitively renovated and transformed to a stunning array of interior spaces to accommodate an exhibition space, an artist s residential studio, a coffee bar and and the family home of arts innovator Carolyn Crossley and Sculptor...Cowwarr Art Space
Cowwarr
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Located in Swifts Creek, the Creekers Cafe offers a great stop on the Great Alpine Road for real coffee in air conditioned comfort.
Creekers offers high quality cafe Coffex coffee, as well as fresh foods and a range of Hunter and Gatherer products. So dine in and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of a family cafe, or order a takeaway.
The site was purchased by Bill Grinter for 40 from Lindsay Jorgensen when the latter went to war in the 1940s. The building w...Creekers Cafe
Swifts Creek
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Things to Do
* The track network allows visitors to explore the park on a variety of short or long walks. Walkers intending to try part or all of the Wilderness Coast Walk need to obtain a permit from Parks Victoria.
* Rivers and inlets offer the safest swimming, but beware of strong currents near entrance areas.
* Fishing is permitted in the park. A Recreational Fishing Licence is required for all Victorian waters.
* Some of Australia's best flat-water canoeing can be enjoyed on the...Croajingolong National Park
Genoa
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Looking for something different?
One man's dedication to his love of music has created the Darnum Musical Village.
Come and see a fine collection of antique player pianos, organs and other musical instruments in a beautiful rural setting. You can actually experience playing some of the fine exhibits and feel the past through your fingertips. Each instrument has been preserved as a result of a lifetime commitment to music.
Darnum Musical Village is a wonderful, magical place to visit....Darnum Musical Village
Darnum
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One of Australia's best 4WD tracks, the 43km Deddick Trail journeys through the heart of the beautiful Snowy River National Park. Sited along the Snowy River, the national park is in a remote wilderness area and features some magnificent scenery, spectacular deep gorges and forests of Grey Gum, Alpine Ash, Messmate and Native Pine. It’s a challenging drive with some steep climbs and descents, and the beauty of the surrounding country, the great camping and the lack of other travellers makes it a...Deddick Trail
Orbost
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Food.......it's what we do!
Hearty breakfasts, luscious lattes, casual lunches or special dinners. Enjoy all of this at Durante of Drouin. Whether you are dining inside amidst the stunning decor or out on the deck you will be sure to receive fantastic service and great food and coffee.
We use local, boutique, specialist and organic sources to maintain high quality and taste experience, whether it is in the restaurant or catering for functions. We are able to build a menu that suits your...Durante of Drouin
Drouin
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A long and varied journey, the East Gippsland Rail Trail travels through a variety of forest and farmland landscapes between the regional hub town of Bairnsdale and Orbost on the Snowy River. You can hop on and off the 94km route, stopping to see the area's many attractions. Tracing the path of an old railway line, the trail offers views of the Gippsland Lakes, heads through grazing land and small farming townships and crosses the Nicholson River on an old railway bridge. Have a tasting at the N...East Gippsland Rail Trail
Bairnsdale
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The Ensay Cafe is set in the middle of Beautiful Ensay. A small rural town with a Cafe that caters for all. Great Food, coffee, a small general store, post office and fuel.Ensay Cafe and General Store
Ensay
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Errinundra National Park offers tranquil walks and scenic drives. It preserves the largest remaining stand of cool temperate rainforest in Victoria as well as ancient tall, wet eucalypt forests. The majority of the park is accessible only in the drier months. In winter, rain and snow generally make the unsealed roads impassable.
Things to see and do
* Take a self-guided walk through the heart of the rainforest at Errinundra Saddle
* Enjoy a scenic drive which closely follows the route ...Errinundra National Park
Club Terrace
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Things to see and do
* Walk over the pink granite and see where the slabs to build the lighthouse residence were cut from the rocks
* Arrange with the caretaker to inspect the light tower and enjoy the spectacular views.
* Watch the penguins make their way to the shore after dark
* Keep a look out for passing whales, dolphins and seals
* Take a picnic lunch and walk around the island, taking in the ruins, the radar station, the monument to the ship 'Monumental City' and the old cemete...Gabo Island
Mallacoota
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Things to see and do
Camping
* Designated camping sites are situated between Paradise Beach and The Honeysuckles along Shoreline Drive at Golden Beach.
* Boat based bush camping sites are available at Bunga Arm east of Steamer Landing.
* A few bush camping sites are also situated west of Loch Sport. Basic facilities are provided at some of these sites. It is recommended that water be carried.
Swimming
* There are swimming sites along the sheltered lake shores. Take great car...Gippsland Lakes Coastal Park
Seacombe
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The Museum is located in Port Albert, Gippsland's first port discovered in 1841 by the survivors of the wreck of the steamer 'Clonmel' on the Ninety Mile Beach. Explorer Angus McMillan arrived at almost the same time.
The Museum has an extensive collection of historic artefacts, photos and documents housed in the heritage listed Bank of Victoria built in 1861 to store gold from the Gippsland Gold Rush.
The collection includes:
* Intact Boxer Rescue Rocket which may be the only survivi...Gippsland Regional Maritime Museum Port Albert
Port Albert
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The Gippsland Vehicle Collection provides south east Australia with an outstanding rotating display of interesting vehicles: cars, motor-bikes, machinery, historic vehicles, carriages and auto memorabilia.
Located in the very attractive Central Gippsland rural town of Maffra, the Motor Museum is an easy three hour drive from central Melbourne along the excellent Princes Hwy. Or alternate routes can be taken around the coast, through the hills, or even over the big hill, Mt Hotham and the Alp...Gippsland Vehicle Collection
Maffra
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At Grand Ridge Brewery we love pure beer. We love beer so much that we have scoured the world for our favourite styles, studied them very closely and then developed our own special recipes.
Winner of every Australian beer title at National Festival of Beer. Best lager, ale, wheat beer, stout, dark ale and light beer.
All beer is made with no added chemicals, preservatives and no added sugar.
Restaurant open seven days 12-3pm and 6-9pm. Specialises in steak from Grand-Ridge Beef Farm....Grand Ridge Brewery
Mirboo North
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Grand Ridge Glass Studio offers a unique visual experience in Glass Artistry to the oportunist day - tripper & glass enthusiast.
A comfortable drive from Melbourne, not many can resist fire, flame and the alluring culture assosciated with this traditional craft. All pieces are mouth blown or hot sculptured they offer the visitor the knowledge that they can witness, then purchase a unique item.Grand Ridge Glass Gallery
Strzelecki
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The Great Alpine Gallery opened in October 1998 by artists living in the Omeo and Swifts Creek area of East Gippsland. The Gallery is the home of masterpieces created by local people whom are inspired by the beauty of their surrounds. Paintings, woodwork, craft, photography, sculpture are all featured.
Their aim was to establish a permanent exhibiting venue where work could be displayed and sold locally. Also to encourage greater creativity, to promote the diverse range of artistic talent o...Great Alpine Gallery
Swifts Creek
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Get into the heart of the stunning Australian Alps on a new guided walk along the Great Walhalla Alpine Trail. The alpine walk extends from Mt Baw Baw to the quaint historic township of Walhalla, home to less than 20 permanent residents. The challenging 40km guided walk follows the first section of the Australian Alps Walking Track, one of the world’s best walks, and travels past snowgum glades, rainforest, patches of wildflowers and abundant wildlife. Held two days/three nights, the walk includ...Great Walhalla Alpine Trail
Mt Baw Baw
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Holey Plains State Park in East Gippsland covers an area of 10,460ha of mostly banksia-eucalypt open-forests and woodlands growing on a series of low sandy ridges. The park, proclaimed in 1977, protects an extremely high diversity of native flora and abundant wildlife, while providing for bush walking, picnicking, camping and other activities.
Things to see and do
Picnicking
Holey Hill is the highest point in the park at 218m. Picnic facilities and toilets are provided here and the f...Holey Plains State Park
Rosedale
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Things to see and do
Camping
Enjoy bush camping on the open grassy plains or within the shade of a stand of banksias. Campers must be self-sufficient and bring their own firewood and drinking water.
Campfires are permitted in accordance with fire protection regulations, although Parks Victoria strongly recommends the use of portable stoves.
Hunting
During the relevant open season and with the appropriate game and firearm license, try hunting wild duck, stubble quail and hog d...Jack Smith Lake State Game Reserve
Darriman
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The Koonwarra Day Spa is located in a quiet and relaxing natural bushland setting. Whether you need a 1-hour massage or a full day of pampering, you will leave feeling relaxed and rejuvenated. Enjoy some quality time with a friend or loved one by having some treatments together in our couples room.
Clients enjoying a 2 or 3 hour pamper package receive complimentary morning or afternoon tea. A light lunch is also provided for those enjoying a full day of pampering. Please visit our website ...Koonwarra Day Spa
Koonwarra
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Take a drive among the beautiful rolling hills south of Drouin and you will come across Kouark Vineyard and Winery. Here can be found one of Gippsland s agricultural success stories. Phil and Jane Gray operate a boutique winery supplied with fruit grown and nurtured on what was once their dairy farm.
The transition from milk to wine was both a challenge and an adventure for this family who ten years down the track feel that they have grown up with the emerging wine and food culture of Gipps...Kouark Vineyard & Winery
Drouin South
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Krowathunkooloong Keeping Place is a museum housing a vast collection of artifacts, art and information where visitors can learn about the history, heritage and culture of Aboriginal East Gippsland. The displays feature shields with traditional markings,boomerangs, bark canoes, grass baskets, videos and an exhibition of contemporary aboriginal art.
Importantly the Keeping Place provides testament to the incredible wealth of culture, heritage and tradition that abounds across the lands of t...Krowathunkoolong Keeping Place
Bairnsdale
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Latrobe Regional Gallery is Eastern Victoria s premier art gallery. Following multi million dollar renovations the gallery houses eight gallery spaces and a sculpture courtyard that showcase travelling exhibitions, curated exhibitions and the permanent collection. An ever-changing program of quality exhibitions ensures a different experience every time you visit the gallery.
The impressive collection comprises of over 1500 contemporary Australian art in all mediums and a diverse range of hi...Latrobe Regional Gallery
Morwell
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A converted barn provides a spacious, light filled gallery space for glass artist Haydn John. Here creative use of recycled timber and terracotta paving give the gallery a warm, earthy feel. The piece de resistance is Haydn' stained glass porthole featuring a welsh dragon.
The contemporary gallery is the perfect setting for Haydn's traditional and abstract designs. The beautifully handcrafted glass art includes bowls, platters, table centre pieces, Aussie bush platters, jewellery and gard...Lillico Glass Studio
Lillico
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A bit about us
Lillico Wines is owned and operated by Marie and Robert Young.
The Young family moved to Warragul in 1993 for Marie to take up a senior nursing position at West Gippsland Hospital while Robert commuted to Melbourne where he worked as a firefighter with the Metropolitan Fire Brigade.
After purchasing a small farm on which they ran a beef herd Robert suggested that a glass of cabernet from the property would go will with a steak! 1998 saw an all out family effort in pla...Lillico Wines
Warragul
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The small area of Lind National Park protects a surprising number of forest types. The warm temperate rainforest is accessible to walkers, giving them the chance to enjoy the refreshing smell of the river peppermints that grow along Euchre Creek.
Things to see and do
* Have a picnic or barbecue at Growler Creek
* Enjoy the Euchre Valley Nature Drive
Heritage
The park has a gold mining history centred around the creeks. Nearby Club Terrace is named for the Ace of Clubs mine and...Lind National Park
Tonghi Creek
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From its mining lease at the northern end of the fabulous Cohen Reef, the Long Tunnel Extended Gold Mining Company produced 13.7 tonnes of gold, which at recent prices represents a value in excess of $50 million.
In the period 1885 to 1908 the mine was one of Australia s principal reef gold producers, being top Victorian producer in six of those years. From 1920 to 1936 the Renown Mine with very little success. $32 Million in Dividends On several occasions the Company topped the annual d...Long Tunnel Mine
Walhalla
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A totally different cruising experience!
Your cruise includes a 3 hr, 28km cruise. A scenic cruise bonus will be to sight the Dolphins that frequent the Lake system from around end-April through to December. During the winter/spring period we often see baby and juvenile dolphins with the mothers and groups (pods); during these times we exercise great care not to harass them.
We will do our best during the cruise to locate pods of dolphin for your visual pleasure but of course they a...Lonsdale Cruises
Lakes Entrance
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The Maffra Golf Club is one of the jewels in East Gippsland's golfing crown. Established more than 50 years ago the course is beautifully maintained with mature trees, immaculately grassed fairways and true fast greens which are among the best in country Victoria.
The course (Par 72men 6056meters) is quite flat with just a couple of moderate slopes but is no 'pushover' in terms of golfing and requires consistent shots off the tees, the fairways and most importantly on the greens. The clubhou...Maffra Golf Club
Maffra
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The Bunker Museum at Mallacoota
The Museum is a joint initiative of the local branch of the R&SL and the district s historical society. It is aimed at preserving and displaying Mallacoota s unique WWII history in the context of the wider sweep of the local history of the district. It is located in a large concrete bunker which is heritage listed because of its role in WWII.
During that conflict, the Bunker was an important part of a chain of defence installations located along the sout...Mallacoota R&S.L and Historical Society Bunker Museum
Mallacoota
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Maru is a family operated business running since 1983 at its present location. We pride ourselves in old fashion service and hospitality.
We have an our 18 hole mini golf course, 'Australia Swings' which provides a scenic backdrop to our Koala park and its native animals which include Tasmanian devils, koalas, wombats, kangaroos, wallabies, albino wallabies, dingoes and lots more.
Guests are now able to take home a Fuji souvenir photo taken with a koala.
We also feature licensed bistr...Maru Koala and Fauna Park
Grantville
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