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SUMMER 2021-22
Celebrating 30 years
Welcome to the summer edition of Goldfields Getaway
AS travel restrictions ease and we look to the Forest and a new luxury B&B just a five-minute
year ahead with more certainty, it is lovely to walk to town.
bring you a range of exciting things to do now And events are back! Whether it’s hot-rods,
that you’re here. the circus, outdoor movies or wining and
A sure sign we are moving to Covid-normal dining, there is something for everyone
is the opening of markets throughout the throughout summer in the goldfields.
goldfields. No matter which weekend you stay, In this edition we bid farewell and give
there is sure to be a market nearby selling local thanks to regular contributor John Moir, whose
produce, handcrafts and products unique to the trips down memory lane have proved popular
region. Turn to page 47 to find the market with readers throughout the years. In coming
closest to you. editions, we will continue to explore the history
Prospectors already know there is gold to be of the goldfields with self-guided tours to points
found in the region, but more bargain hunters of interest.
are uncovering the treasure at the antiques and Thank you to everyone who entered our
collectable stores dotted throughout the spring competition and congratulations to
goldfields. Kathleen McNaught, who found the gold
Turn to page 24 and 25 for our Trinkets and nugget on page 32 of our last edition. Kathleen
Treasure Trail, and on page 6 meet two of won a $50 voucher for the Maryborough
Dunolly’s shop owners, thrilled to be Highland Society. Congratulations also to
welcoming visitors back. Reagan Wardlaw who won an Ecoya prize
As accommodation options continue to pack from Maryborough’s newsXpress.
expand in the goldfields, we meet the owner of Turn to page 41 to enter the summer Spot
a Tiny House in the secluded Bung Bong the Nugget competition.
ON THE COVER:
Golden everlasting by Helen Hazelman
HELEN Hazelman and her husband Lindsay have lived in
the goldfields for 44 years. Now retired, the Talbot couple
love exploring the natural bush surrounds and, according to
Helen, they are still learning about the area.
“We love heading to the bush, which is constantly
changing according to the seasons and the weather,” Helen
said.
“This year has been particularly beautiful, with stunning Helen out and about on a bike tour
wildflower displays and so much birdlife, it’s wonderful.” of Paddy’s Ranges near Amherst.
Now taking bookings for Autumn 2022
Phone 5461-3866 for bookings and more information.
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Start your engines at Chopped YOU would be forgiven for thinking you had stepped back in time if you happen to be in the goldfields on the weekend of February 11 to 13. Hot-rods, vintage motor bikes and beloved vehicles from the 50s, 60s and 70s will make their way to Chopped, the hot-rod, motorcycle and music festival, held at the Maryborough Harness Racing “We also have people who just come to listen Club in Carisbrook. to certain bands. Chopped organiser Kyle Ford describes the “There are subcultures within the crowd. three days as a ‘hybrid’ event. There is a 50s and 60s vibe with the car “There are elements within the festival that enthusiasts but the music is more orientated locals like to come and watch – the drag racing towards the younger crowd who will come up for example – and then look at the cars and the from Melbourne to camp and go to a music motorcycles,” Kyle said. festival.” “This year we have an indoor motorcycle The very first Chopped event was held in exhibition which is something that could be a 2008, when Kyle, his brother and a friend separate interest for some people. decided to hold a car show on a football oval. 4
“I come from a hot-rodding family,” Kyle
said.
“As kids we were off to car shows on the
weekends. We started putting on the event
because there was nothing that we wanted to
go to that catered for our interests, so we
decided to do it ourselves. What started as a
little car show on a football oval has grown
organically from there to what it is today.
“Its biggest strength is word of mouth which
means you’re getting the right people, the
people who love it.”
This will be the second time the festival will
be run at the Carisbrook venue, and Kyle said
it offers great camping facilities as well as
separate areas for entertainment, catering and
drag racing.
“Once the day activities calm down the
festival changes gear and a whole new life kicks
in,” Kyle said.
“We have a great entertainment area where
the bands play and we have a tiki bar, cocktail our numbers are pretty solid with return
caves and food trucks, so it doesn’t really stop people, we have a core crowd that comes every
between day and night.” year, we are also expecting a strong local crowd
Aria-award winning Melbourne band Amyl this time after a couple of years talk since the
and the Sniffers head a line up of more than last one before the pandemic.” Kyle said.
20 bands that will play throughout the “If you are after a weekend ticket you will
weekend. While most people who attend find them online and there are also day tickets
Chopped opt to camp over the three days, at the gate if you want to swing through and
passers-by and locals are welcome to buy day see what it’s all about!”
passes at the gate. Go to www.chopped.com.au to prepurchase
“People should book the earlier the better, tickets.
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Treasure in Dunolly
WELL-known as a favourite for prospectors, Dunolly is
earning a reputation as the place to go for antiques and
pre-loved goods.
Two of the businesses featured on our Trinkets and
Treasures Trail (page 24 & 25) have enjoyed welcoming
bargain hunters back to the area since lockdown ended.
For the past three years, Thea Hillier has developed
Dunolly Nik Naks & Gallery with a mix of old and new Something for everyone at Broadway
wares, all a bit quirky and different.
“We have tremendous fun buying stock, some of the items are new like the Tilley range and the
fine jewellery, and then there is the collectable items as well,” Thea said.
“Dunolly is becoming known as having a real niche
market for collectables and people might come and see
what unique gifts they can buy for family members or
themselves.”
Directly across the road at Broadway Antiques &
Collectables, Frank Shipp has also seen an increase in
people heading to the area.
“A lot of people are leaving the city and looking for
things to do,” Frank said.
“We have a bit of everything. People are coming here
Thea’s shop sells old and new.
to find that special something.”
Central Goldfields Visitor Information Centre
Open 7 Days, 9am – 5pm (except Good Friday and Christmas Day)
Maryborough Railway Station, Railway Street, Maryborough 3465
Freecall: 1800 356 511 visitorinfo@cgoldshire.vic.gov.au
www.visitmaryborough.com.au
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Summer circus, cinema and spirits
IF you are in the area from January 6 to
8, Circus Under The Stars will perform a
spectacular circus cabaret show for the
whole family at the Station Domain in
Maryborough
Young people from Maryborough will
show off their newly-learnt circus skills
alongside some of Australia’s finest
award-winning circus performers.
Be amazed at the feats of strength
shown by the aerialists on the aerial
hoop, trapeze and straps, the dexterity of
the foot juggling queen and be blown
away by the balancing maestro on the most impossible of objects.
Seating at the amphitheatre opens at 4.30 pm for a 5.00 pm start for a full hour of circus
entertainment for the young and young at heart, with the majestic night sky as the backdrop.
ON January 13 to 16, head to Princes
Park, Maryborough to watch family-
friendly movies under the stars.
Gates open at 7.30 pm for a picnic
with the movie starting at nightfall.
Bring along picnic rugs, chairs and
blankets. Food and bottled water can be
brought in, but no soft drink or alcohol.
A licensed bar with snacks is available
onsite.
All movies are family-friendly starting
with Big Hero 6 on the first night,
followed by Space Jam: a New Legacy on
the 14th, Aladdin on the 15th and Toy Story 4 on the 16th.
Tickets are essential and must be booked online, with children (under 18) free.
Go to: eventbrite.com.au
FOR dinner with a dash of spirits,
book for the Paranormal Adventures
Ghost Tour and Dinner at the Railway
Station and Tracks Bar on January 28.
The first for the year, the tour will
take you behind the scenes of the
railway station built at the height of the
goldrush. Learn of the local legends
and myths that surround the station.
For tickets go to
www.trybooking.com/BNSKF
Explore the cellar at the Maryborough Railway Station
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Art back on track at Beaufort
ANNE Beer is the coordinator at Art Trax
Gallery, located at the former Beaufort Railway
Station in Pratt Street, Beaufort.
She said it has been wonderful to see visitors
return to the area since lockdown ended and is
thrilled that some of the art displayed has been
sold to tourists.
“It’s been such a pleasure to welcome people
back to the gallery, people are genuinely happy
Lesley Hunter, with her study of the family’s much-
to be out and about,” Anne said. loved pet, Rosie, will exhibit in the upcoming
“And it has been terrific to sell the works of Pyrenees Artists Exhibition at Art Trax Gallery.
local artists, people are buying paintings,
sculptures, mosaics, all styles and mediums.” Art Studios, Haddon.
Established in 2014 by the Pyrenees Arts The gallery’s next exhibition of work by
Council, the gallery provides the opportunity artists from the Pyrenees region will run
for local and national artists to exhibit their throughout December and January.
work. Anne said the gallery has something for
Despite the restrictions and lockdowns over everyone, no matter their taste or budget.
the past 18 months, the gallery has curated “The gallery shop has a variety of cards and
several very successful exhibitions including small gift items that would make ideal gifts for
works by Ballarat artist Robyn Kittelty- friends or loved ones,” she said.
Redman, Beaufort photographer Bill “We look forward to welcoming more visitors
Blackburn and artists from the Hidden Gems at Art Trax Gallery very soon.”
POSSUM GULLY FINE ARTS
Gallery & Gardens
PAINTING• SCULPTURE • PRINTMAKING • CERAMICS
Gallery open weekends and
public holidays 11am-5pm, exhibiting a
wide range of works in all mediums.
Art Trax Gallery is located at the former
Beaufort Railway Station, Pratt Street, Beaufort.
Exhibiting local and national artists in a variety of mediums
including paintings, sculpture, photography and ceramics.
The Gallery Shop has a variety of cards and small gift items
that would make ideal gifts for friends or loved ones.
Entry $2.00 Donation
For information, or to book group tours of
www.possumgullyfinearts.com.au 10 or more, please phone 0499 708 647
We look forward to seeing you at Art Trax Gallery very soon.
(03) 5461-1775
www.pyreneesartexhibition.org
428 Possum Gully Rd, Adelaide Lead via Maryborough
Travel 4km from Maryborough towards Avoca on Pyrenees
Please note — Proof of Vaccination is
Highway, turn left at sign and follow bitumen for 4.5km required for entry to the Gallery.
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Art in the heart of the goldfields
VISITORS to the goldfields are often surprised
to find small, independently run art galleries
displaying the works of established artists
alongside new talent.
Gallery 127 at the Avoca Railway Station is
run by a group of enthusiastic volunteers.
Hugh Forster, president of Avoca Community
Arts and Gardens, said the gallery is fast
becoming a go-to for artists and art lovers.
Throughout December and January, the
gallery will display the work of Frances
Morgan, a 24-year-old artist born and raised in
Queensland. Possum Gully Gallery
In June 2020 Frances moved to Melbourne The gallery exhibits a wide range of art
to further explore her creative passions. Her forms including painting, printmaking,
plans were quickly halted by the lockdown ceramics, sculpture and hand-crafted jewellery.
restrictions in Victoria. Artists include Dean Bowen, Vida Pearson
Every piece of artwork in this exhibition – A Juliana Hilton, Tim Jones, Vija Harris, Patricia
Touch of Whimsy – was conceptualised and Walsh and many more.
created within the comfort of Frances’ small As well as a permanent collection of framed
apartment in Hawthorn. Frances found and unframed work, a new artist is featured
inspiration from friends, lovers and herself – a every three months.
story which reflects how people have passed the
time in the last year.
As you drive from Avoca to Maryborough, Frances Morgan ~ Exhibition
Possum Gully Fine Art Gallery is situated in the
Paddy Ranges. The unique mud brick and re- “A Touch of Whimsy”
cycled timber structure is set in a picturesque 3rd December 2021 — 31st January 2022
garden. The garden features sculpture for walls
and free-standing examples in ceramic, metal,
wood and stone.
13-15 York Ave, Avoca
Open Friday to Monday 11am-4pm
The Official Opening will be held on
Saturday 4th December 2021
with light refreshments from 2pm
E: franmorg7@gmail.com @franmorg
Frances Morgan
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10Dunolly historical tour
GOLDFIELDS Historical & Arts Society (Dunolly Museum) runs regular tours in the goldfields
of sites not included on the standard tourist route. They have been kind enough to share a recent
tour and map, for tourists to take a self-guided trip down memory lane. With thanks to John Tully.
Head north along Broadway 2 Thomas Stafford’s
to Short St then right into Rd house – dairy, orchard &
ry
ete
Painkiller Gully Rd. Ce
m 3 vineyard. The brick house
1 Dunolly Historic probably built 1869-1872.
Cemetery. First used in There was a brick cellar
1857 but not surveyed holding 300 gallons of
until 1860. There was no wine. Was lived in until
register and no plan. The 4 1980.
graves appear to be at Cross creek, turn right then left
random. Some graves 2 at bitumen, right into Cemetery
prior to the survey are 5
Rd and right into School Rd.
outside the fence. 1
8 3 Dalysville Winery
An estimated 300 Short St
in School Rd –
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burials but the names are
ad
Established by Henry
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only confirmed for 46
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O’Brien Daly in 1860s.
burials. ke
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There are seven down to the bitumen.
headstones: 9 10 Stone cellar contained two
J Augustus Grant 12 11 wine presses and could
Forbes 1862 t
13 d yS store 30,000 gallons of
William & Jean Hill ar
H wine. Nearby brick house
1865 & 1889 built 1868-69.
Julia Ann Martin 1859 Continue 900 metres to next intersection.
– daughter of Alfred Martin, ironmonger
4 First aeroplane to land in Dunolly –
Thomas & Susannah Stafford 1857 & 1885
1920. A signboard is in the paddock near the
George Letts 1861 – builder of part of corner of School Rd & Raglan St. Raglan St
Chauncy Cottage was the original road to Tarnagulla.
Elizabeth & Charles Lloyd 1857 & 1897
Take Raglan St to Thoms St and stop at bend.
John Herbert 1862
Continue 400 metres past Cemetery Continued over page
The Dunolly Museum
at 75 Broadway, Dunolly, Victoria,
is operated by the
Goldfields Historical & Arts Society.
Browse our collection of gold nugget casts,
photographs, firearms and
local history records.
The museum is open
Tuesday & Wednesday 9.00 to 3.00
and some Saturday and Sunday afternoons.
115 Joys Dam (brickworks) and house. Right before railway crossing and right again after 200
Walter Joy was a brickmaker. Joys Dam is metres.
actually the hole where the clay was extracted
to make the bricks. Many of Dunolly’s 1860s
buildings are made of Joy’s bricks. As soft
bricks came out of the mould, Walter Joy
would use a thumbprint to mark off every 100
or so bricks.
When he got to 1000, he would grab his fox
terrier and put a paw print in the brick. Many
old bricks in Dunolly have thumb or paw prints
in them. Towards Broadway Joy’s house was
built c1864.
Turn left into Broadway, left at Bull St, right into 8 Dredge hole. This hole was left after
Barkly and stop at the gardens. hydraulic sluicing 1906-c1912. There was later
6 Lunch at Gordon Gardens. a eucy plant here. The rich gold find that
Head back the way you came. started the Dunolly Rush was near here close to
the railway.
7 Henry & Sally Russell’s house site,
157 Broadway – Eliza Russell born here in Find your way back along Barkly St past Gordon
1861 and moved to Tweeddale St when a few Gardens and stop near a large shed.
months old. Her 14-year-old nephew was one 9 Spread Eagle Reef/Government
of the winners in the 1901 competition to Battery. Not much to be seen but this was
design a flag for Australia. Eliza Russell was a once a large mine and site of the government
seamstress and sewed the first Australian flag. battery.
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12Turn left at end of Barkly St and after 150 metres stop 12 Site of Windsor Castle Hotel 41
near a concrete bridge. Broadway – built 1860, delicensed 1912,
10 Storm Channel. The Municipal became a bootshop and then a boarding house,
Reservoir had been built about 1870 to stop double murder here in 1938, burnt 1939.
flooding in Dunolly but its overflow still flooded
the town. This stone storm channel was dug in
1874 to divert the excess water.
Walk over the bridge to a high Cyclone fence.
11 Drive-in – 1958 plan for a drive-in for
600 people (Dunolly’s entire population). The
screen was 40 x 88 ft & 30 ft high. Never
completed, only fence and concrete slabs
remain.
Return to Broadway and turn right. Turn left at petrol
12a site of Davenport’s Bakery 45
station and stop.
Broadway – built 1876-77 for William
Nowlan, baker. Sold to James Davenport 1880.
James Davenport (jun) still running the bakery
in 1940s. Demolished c1976. Pillar box c1880
still remains.
Continue down Hardy St and turn right. Stop at
Railway Station.
13 Cork Tree. Dunolly had a large wine
industry. This cork tree was planted c 1870s.
13Order your sweet treats
for delivery
Diary dates
DECEMBER
Saturday 11 December – Back to the 70s &
Christmas Hampers available for sale now or ordering 80s, Music & Dinner Show at the
Maryborough Highland Society
www.sweetpyrenees.com.au
128 High Street, Avoca | 0418 374 330 Friday 17 December – Paranormal Adventures
Ghost Tour & Dinner at the Railway Station &
Open Wed - Sat 9.30am - 4pm, Tracks Bar, Maryborough
Sun 10am - 3pm
Sunday 19 December – Christmas Carols,
Princes Park, Maryborough
Friday 31 December – New Year’s Eve, Station
Domain, Maryborough
JANUARY
6 to 8 January – Open air circus workshop and
performance, Station Domain, Maryborough
13 to 16 January – Pop Up Cinema, Princes
Park, Maryborough
Wednesday 26 January – Australia Day event,
Station Domain, Maryborough
Friday 28 January – Paranormal Adventures
Ghost Tour & Dinner at the Railway Station &
Tracks Bar, Maryborough
FEBRUARY
11 to 13 February – Chopped, Carisbrook
Harness Racing Club, Carisbrook
19 February – Messy Play Day, Station
Domain, Maryborough
11,18 & 19 February – Paranormal Adventures
Ghost Tour & Dinner at the Railway Station &
Tracks Bar
14Art just a click away
WHILE redevelopment Pacific Island communities,
works continue at the and his painting, Conversation;
Central Goldfields Art central Victorian artist
Gallery, art lovers can now Juliana Hilton’s work Room
view the gallery’s collection with Pink Cupboard, in which
from the convenience of we gain multiple views from
their online device. the domestic space into her
Explore in high resolution verdant garden; and Noel
more than 100 significant Tunks’ painting Untitled
works in just a few clicks. Landscape, inspired by the
The collection includes landscape around Avoca in
Arthur Boyd’s painting River central Victoria where he
Flats, one of many works lived.
relating to his time at the In two new virtual
Bundanon property and Train by John Ristrom exhibitions, audiences can
gifted to the Australian (date uncertain, possibly 1990s) enjoy Victoria’s Central
people in 1993; Judy Goldfields region of Dja Dja
Hooworth’s textile work Creek Drawing #16, Wurrung Country and textiles from the Golden
winner of the 2017 Golden Textiles Exhibition Textures Award Exhibition, matched with
Award at the gallery; Ray Crooke, an artist insights from their creators.
admired for his ability to catch the light so Visit artsandculture.google.com and search
characteristic of tropics and the atmosphere of Central Goldfields Art Gallery.
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15Tours around the Central Goldfields
My last hurrah as we are moving to a smaller holding down south. - John Moir
THROUGHOUT the past seven years I have
completed many stories about the area within a
radius of 50 kilometres of Dunolly.
Because I have spent so much time talking
about all the areas around Maryborough, I
think it best if I do a small down-memory-lane
chat. Maryborough East School number 2828
Maryborough today has a population of
around 8000 people, similar to 1947 when I
came to the town as a young lad. I attended
East Primary School (number 2828) before
sitting an entrance exam to attend the
Maryborough Technical College that has now
become the shire headquarters. The complex
also contained the School of Mines. School of Mines
I will concentrate on Tuaggra St all the way
up to Argyle Rd. The hospital has changed Maples Furniture (where the food store is
dramatically and it is great news to hear about currently). Cross with the lights to KFC and
the multi-million-dollar changes to take place. there is the site of Colemans Bikes and Car
Head down and the building on the right Tyres with the internally set leadlight showing
was the library, and on the opposite corner was the original windows.
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16The next place I have in my memory that given a shake up in the storm of NYE 1960 by
still exists is the tyre business and it specialised shifting it sideways about six feet. It was
in tyre re-treads. Woollies is new but across amazing that it did not break up or fall over.
Napier St was Phelan’s Joinery. Next was a
house (James family) that is now REPCO, then
a vacant block (our veggie garden) a pair of
shops and three flats were located.
On the corner where the carpet store is Original Maryborough Dairies Pasteurisation Plant
located was a house and shop that belonged to
Ken Hill, a noted motor bike rider who lived in On the opposite side of Argyle and Gillies St
the house and ran his motor bike business in is a plain cream brick building, now used for
the shop. Across Burke St was the MKM storage. This building was originally built by
(Maryborough Knitting Mill) where Mr my father John (Jock) Moir as the first
McKenzie was the manager. Next to the Mill pasteurising dairy in the area. The old school
was the same shed and magnificent home of was under the guidance of Mr Graham as
the Crameri Family as is standing today. head teacher in the ’40s and '50s and the
Returning back to the cutting that once was building has had an amazing revival as a
a set of railway gates. On the opposite side of retirement facility.
the railway there was a large signal box and a We leave with many great memories and love
little further toward the station was a large the fact that Maryborough is a great shopping
water tank for the steam engines to fill up. place now, as good as any in Australia. If the
Going up Argyle Rd a few bits are interesting rail service could be reinvigorated then that
from the past. The beautiful brick home on the would be close to perfect.
first corner on the right had a magnificent For a full version of the tour go to
wrought iron fence. The small church was maryboroughadvertiser.com.au/day-tours
Connect with us:
Phone: 03 5461 6600
Email: cgsc.art@cgoldshire.vic.gov.au
Web: www.linktr.ee/CGArtGallery
CENTRAL GOLDFIELDS ART GALLERY IS CURRENTLY
UNDERGOING A MAJOR REDEVELOPMENT
The Gallery is closed to the public and will re-open in Winter
2022. Stay in touch online to find out about pop-up services
during this time via: www.linktr.ee/CGArtGallery
VIEW THE GALLERY COLLECTION ONLINE
Check out the Central Goldfields Art Gallery collection online –
going live from mid November – https://artsandculture.google.com
NGV KIDS ON TOUR SUMMER PROGRAM
Engage with art and creativity – free hands-on
activities and workshops in January 2022.
Top: Architect’s rendering of part of the Gallery redevelopment.
Bottom: Dean Bowen, Night Hawk with Wasps (detail), 2009,
oil on linen, 530 x 455 x 25mm. Central Goldfields Art Gallery
Collection (CGAG.0138). © Dean Bowen. Reproduced with
permission of the artist.
17Warm welcome in the goldfields
ACCOMMODATION options in the central
goldfields continue to grow to meet the rising
demand from visitors.
From free camping in a natural bush setting
to the high-end luxury of the Bull & Mouth,
there’s something for all tastes and budgets.
The popularity of B&Bs has seen a variety of
establishments welcome guests in the past few
years, with some catering for large family
groups and others offering couples a perfect
romantic getaway.
Motels continue to offer convenience and
great value for money, and most are located
just a short distance from all conveniences.
Caravan parks remain a terrific option,
especially for families. Whether you have your
own van or stay in an onsite cabin, local parks
offer playgrounds, camp kitchens, powered and River to the isolation of Paddy’s Ranges.
unpowered sites and security. For more options of where to stay in the
And for the more adventurous, there are goldfields go to:
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18Home away from home
FIRST impressions are bought it and we did a complete
important. As an increasing renovation. I was pregnant and
number of visitors travel to the then on maternity leave, so it
goldfields, it is reassuring that was sort of a maternity leave
for many, their introduction to project for me. It took us about
the area will be a thoughtfully eight months to do it.
designed B&B offering all the “We renovated it specifically
comforts of home. as a B&B – as somewhere that I
Opening at Easter this year, would like to stay, and that’s
the Next-Door Guest House how I run it.”
has been beautifully renovated Situated just a short walk to
to celebrate the home’s history the Maryborough CBD, Andrea
while offering all modern said guests are also pleasantly
conveniences. surprised at how close they are
Owner of the B&B, Andrea, to wineries and historic towns
said the family-run guest house such Castlemaine, Dunolly and
had been incredibly popular Talbot.
since opening. “It’s been terrific, we’ve had awesome guests
“We had never run a B&B before, but the from everywhere and they have been fantastic.
house next door came on the market and we It’s a lovely way to introduce people to the
bought it,” Andrea said. area, everyone who has stayed a has been so
“It was a run-down old cottage when we first respectful and lovely,” she said.
Next Door Guest House is a newly renovated and beautifully
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conditioning throughout.
Whether you are looking for an accommodation option for
business or for pleasure - this cottage offers all the comforts
for a relaxing stay.
The perfectly located guest house is a short walk from the
Maryborough CBD, located in a quiet residential street, with
off-street parking for your convenience.
We welcome you to Next Door Guest House.
Please scan here to see more.
19History on show at cycle club
BIKE riders from Victoria and beyond are
discovering the great cycling opportunities the
Central Goldfields have to offer. With
reasonably flat terrain and kilometres of well-
maintained bush tracks, there are rides to suit
any age or ability.
Cyclists to the area will find a warm welcome
at Bendigo’s Goldfields Cycle Sports Club.
Located at the old City Family Hotel in High
Street, Bendigo, the not-for-profit club was
created by retired professional cyclist Ross
Forster with the aim of giving back to the
central Victorian cycling community.
Tammy Johns is the operations manager of
the club. She said they have tried to create a
welcoming atmosphere for members and
visitors alike. dining with views of the Bendigo CBD.”
“Patrons can enjoy light meals, snacks and The club intends to help fund resources for
beverages, in a café decorated with an eclectic the central Victorian race, recreational and
mix of cycling memorabilia,” Tammy said. commuter cycling communities, including
“The club offers a variety of seating areas, youth development, promotion and talent
from comfy couches, café chairs or alfresco identification.
ENTERTAINMENT ~ BAR ~ LOUNGE ~ ALFRESCO
Call in and see our incredible cycling memorabilia
and enjoy a coffee at Café Velo
We support all aspects of cycling
from recreational to racing
41 HIGH STREET, BENDIGO PH 4400 9001
20“The Lucky Shop”
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22Explore a local treasure
DISCOVER something new at Buda Historic No matter your age or interest, whether you
Home and Garden in Castlemaine. There is are young, a history buff, a gardener or an Arts
something for imaginative explorers of any and Crafts Movement enthusiast, Buda has so
age who want to experience time-travel to a much to offer.
family home in Castlemaine more than 100 The young (and young-at-heart) can
years ago. download Buda’s Treasure Hunt App and
search the magic secret-garden paths and
hiding places.
The house reminds visitors how hard we
worked to keep life going both in the house and
in the garden without all the mod-cons we have
now to help us. You can see the laundry with
the mangle and the copper for the washing,
beautiful textiles and the original clothes the
women of the house wore, the gorgeous
colourful enamel work and woodcarving the
Leviny women made and the Hungarian
designs on the folk-art painted stool and
embroidered cushions.
Guests interested in the arts and crafts era of
the 1890s to 1920s will find a treasure trove of
fascinating examples of the style to discover
Buda is well worth a return visit as the
displays and garden are ever changing. Buda
can also tempt you with local plants from their
nursery and a vibrant little shop full of unique
local arts and crafts, beautiful cards and garden
paraphernalia.
Visitors are welcome at Buda seven days a
week from 12 – 4 pm without booking. Come
and explore this unique gem of the goldfields
in beautiful Castlemaine.
23CENTRAL GOLDFIELDS
TRINKETS & TREASURE TRAIL
To St Arnaud 25.
4k
40.5 km Bealiba m WE WOULD
Dunolly
LOVE TO
Archdale
Junction HEAR FROM
km
m To Bendigo YOU!
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8.3
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To Natte Yallock unexpected or special in your
Moonambel Bet Bet fossicking? Do you have a
19 km favourite place to shop?
m
29.4 km Let us know - email
getawaygoldfields@gmail.com.
18.2 km
Wareek Bowenvale You can also access this
tour online just scan this
Maryborough QR code.
km
27.4
Avoca Bung Bong To Castlemaine
47.9 km
km
14.9
To Ararat
63 km
Talbot
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Clunes FIND THIS
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Antiques Bottles Collectables Crystals Gemstones Mineral Samples
Shop
144 High Street, Avoca
Open Thursday to Monday 10am 4pm
Phone 54653887
Open 24/7
website www.antiquebottles.com.au
Email ron@antiquebottles.com.au
Facebook Antique Bottles Collectables Shop Avoca
Treasures, Books, Retro, Antique Bottles, Vintage, Furniture, Glass Ware, China, Tools, Garage Items, Heritage Prints and much more...
24CENTRAL GOLDFIELDS
TRINKETS & TREASURE TRAIL
AVOCA Nik Nak’s Dunolly – 116 Broadway, Dunolly.
Sticky Beaks - 123 High St, Avoca. 0438 653 474. 0432 776 050 Open Sat & Sun 10.30am – 3pm or by
Open 7 days 10am - 4pm. Shared shop combining appointment. Collectable china-ware, local artwork and
unique/funky crafts and clothing, antique bottles and items craft, fine and costume jewellery and, in the Den, motor
of interest. memorabilia and hobby collectables.
Antiques Bottles & Collectables – 144 High St, Avoca. MARYBOROUGH
0412 965 001. Open Thur - Mon 10am - 4pm. Includes Museum of Australian History & Art – Maryborough
an interesting selection of crystals, polished stones and Railway Station platform, 29 Station St, Maryborough.
Australian minerals. 0477 589 692. Open Thur - Sun 10am - 4pm and public
Avoca Recyclers – Cnr Rowe St and Hamer Ct, Avoca. holidays or by appointment. Australian history with a
0409 164 368. Open Mon - Fri 8.30am - 4.30pm, particular focus on Indigenous and gold rush heritage.
Sat 8.30am - 1pm. Second-hand recycled building Maryborough Marketplace – 47 Nolan St,
materials, deceased estates and furniture. Maryborough. 0429 184 716. Open 7 days, 9.30am -
Westbury Antiques – 119 High St, Avoca. 5465 3406 or 3.30pm. Packed with a combined selection of new and old
0412 949 721. Open by appointment. English period goods. Collectables, books, records and jewellery.
furniture (circa 17th & 18th century) and decorative arts.
Coach Factory Pickers Market – 84 Nolan Street,
For the discerning collector.
Maryborough. 0449 759 146. Open Mon - Fri 9am - 5pm,
Watlington Collectables – 5465 3230. Open by Sat & Sun 10am - 4pm. 25 independent stores selling
appointment only. Bus & tour groups welcome. Historical second-hand wares, antiques and collectables.
items ranging from fully restored classic and vintage cars,
workshop tools, household and garage memorabilia. Granny’s Attic – 84 Nolan St, Maryborough.
0418 352 801. Open 7 days. Buys and sells gold jewellery,
Clydesdale Curios – 136 High Street, Avoca. vinyl records and collectables. Cash paid for unwanted,
0451 400 917. Open Sat & Sun 11am - 4pm, weekdays by broken or estate jewellery.
request. Household nick-nacks and items of interest.
Needful Things – 106 Nolan St, Maryborough.
Ratatat Emporium – 142 High Street, Avoca.
0427 590 180. Open 7 days, 9.30am - 2.30pm.
0419 579 555. Bespoke millinery, repurposed furniture and
Vintage toys and collectables, retro gaming.
interesting decor items. Stylish and contemporary.
Open by appointment until the end of September. Maryborough Lions Club Bookshop – 124 High St,
Open regularly from October. Maryborough. 0484 764 578. Open Mon - Fri 9am - 4pm,
The Olive & Lavender Store – Sat 9am - 1pm. A range of books to catch the eye of the
106 High Street, Avoca. 5465-3777. most dedicated bookworm.
Open 7 days 8am - 4pm. Amaroo Antiques & Art – 82 Nolan St, Maryborough.
0447 501 554. Open Mon, Wed, Thur, Fri 10am - 4pm.
BEALIBA Sat 10am - 1pm.
Serendipity – Main St, Bealiba. 0484 613 855.
Open Fri - Sun 10am - 3pm or by appointment. Vintage Railway Café & Tracks Bar – 29 Station St,
wares, Australiana, books, vintage toys, bric-a-brac. Maryborough. 5461 1362.
Open Wed - Fri 10am - 3pm,
CLUNES Sat & Sun 9am - 3pm.
Clunes Bottle Museum – 70 Bailey St, Clunes.
5345 3896. Thurs - Sun 11am - 4pm. Housed in the Bird On A Wire Café – Woolworths Carpark,
decommissioned South Clunes State School, the collection Tuaggra St, Maryborough. 0401 927 097. Mon -
consists of more than six thousand historical bottles and Fri 9am - 3pm.
other related objects dating from 1500 AD to present time.
TALBOT
O’Hara’s Café- Bakery – 24 Fraser St, Clunes. Talbot Bazaar – 2 Ballarat St North, Talbot. 5463 2002.
5345 3700. Open Sat - Sun 1am - 3pm or by appointment.
Ever-changing range of antiques, collectables and décor
DUNOLLY set inside an historic 150-year old bluestone hotel.
Broadway Antiques & Collectables – 115A Broadway,
Dunolly. 0447 783 696. Open Fri - Sun 10am - 4pm. Talbot Provedore & Eatery –
42 Scandinavian Cres, Talbot. 5463 2008.
Dunolly Bakery – 97 Broadway, Dunolly. Open Fri - Sun 10am - 3pm.
5468 1331. Mon - Fri 7am - 4pm, Evening meals - Sat from 6pm.
Sat - Sun 7am - 2pm.
25Bringing 5 generations of
honest Australian goodness to
contemporary tastes across the globe
Come visit us at Open 8am-4pm
145 Davies Road, Monday-Friday
Talbot Weekends by appointment
Celebrating little Aussie companies producing to the world
You’ll find a touch of Stoney Creek in each of these products
1300 352 948 | stoneycreekoil.com.au | 5463-2340Time for
a tiny
break
ONE option popular
among those looking for a
country escape is the tiny
house.
Initially started as a
social movement
attracting people
permanently looking for a
simpler, more sustainable
life, the appeal of tiny
house vacations is the
seclusion and privacy they
offer. Set on 400 acres of grazing land and
Local farmers Laura and Kev Martin are the surrounded by the Bung Bong state forest, the
owner/operators of Pyrenees Tiny House holiday accommodation offers visitors the
B&B. ultimate in off-grid living just 10 minutes from
Maryborough.
If the couple weren’t busy enough running
Enchanting off-grid Tiny House their farm and building business, Laura said
they have been surprised at how popular the
tiny house has been.
“Whenever travel restrictions are lifted,
we’ve had back-to-back bookings,” Laura said.
“A lot guests just want to escape for a few
days, but we’ve also had quite a few who have
come here to ‘try out’ tiny living and see if the
lifestyle really is for them.”
Proponents of tiny house living say it offers a
lifestyle reset for those reassessing what is
important for a fulfilling life. A tiny house
Facebook group with more than 25,000
Nestled beneath trees on a working family members Australia-wide suggests an increasing
farm, this unique accommodation provides
number of people are questioning living with
big mortgages and the accumulation of ‘stuff ’
guests with complete privacy and
they don’t really need.
all the modern luxuries.
With three small children, tiny house living is
Sleeps 4 (1 Double and 2 single beds not yet a lifestyle choice for the Martins. But
located in loft). Laura said she can see the appeal of a scaled-
For enquiries or to book now contact: down life.
pyreneestinyhouse.com “I often say to Kev, once the kids are off our
Laura 0417 014 164 hands, we’re moving here,” she said.
27Sweet spot for Talbot
FOR stallholders such as Greta Donaldson
from Bendigo Brittle, markets represent more
than just the chance to sell her wares. The
Talbot market in particular holds a special
Visit our tiny place in Greta’s heart.
town every “There is something about Talbot market
third Sunday that is lovely,” Greta said.
of the month “I think it’s that the locals as well as the
visitors really get behind the stallholders and
9am-1pm want us to succeed. It’s well-run and attracts a
great mix of people.”
What started as a family Christmas treat has
EXPLORE A become so popular that Greta has given up the
LARGE RANGE nine-to-five grind to concentrate on making
OF ARTISAN nutty brittle. Greta’s sweet treats are a favourite
FOOD & WINE among market goers, and she said during
PRODUCERS lockdown many of her regular customers still
bought her products online.
“Nothing can beat chatting face-to-face with
Scandinavian Street, Talbot VIC 3371 customers at markets, but from those meetings
info@talbotfarmersmarket.org.au many have now found us online, which is
0459 327 637 terrific,” she said.
For more head to www.bendigobrittle.com.au
Talbot Bazaar
&
Chesterfield House
Accommodation
A country hotel/motel with
old-fashioned country hospitality
Enjoy browsing our ever-changing range of antiques,
situated in the historic collectables and decor all set inside an historic
mining town of Talbot 150-year-old bluestone hotel in Talbot.
PUB MEALS Open Saturdays and Sundays 11 am‐3 pm
PUB ROOMS or by appointment.
PUB PRICES Accommodation features five
cottages (twin share),
outdoor pool and one acre
OPEN 7 DAYS of lush english and native
gardens. Book direct with
12 Camp St 5463-2204 owner 5463‐2002.
28Back to business at the Provedore
LIKE many businesses owners re-opening after
Victoria’s long lockdowns, Jayne Newgreen and
Christopher Howe, proprietors of the Talbot
Provedore and Eatery, are thrilled to welcome
diners back to their restaurant.
“We’re back to opening up for inhouse
dining which we love,” Jayne said.
“The provedore has become a destination for
people who are travelling through the region to
stop in and experience ‘A taste of the region’.
“So we’re very happy to welcome people
back to our area showing off our beautiful Christopher and Jayne provided locals with
heritage town and have them enjoy a platter essentials during lockdown.
and some local wine on the verandah
overlooking the stunning community gardens.” past 18 months. It is this support that means
Since opening in November 2017, the Talbot the restaurant – an important part of Talbot –
Provedore and Eatery has developed a can now get back to doing what it does best.
reputation as a popular meeting spot for locals Open from 10am to 3pm Friday to Sunday
as well as a destination restaurant for ‘foodies’. with dinner on Saturday nights, diners can
Jayne said the intent was always to include a expect the same fresh, seasonal menu that has
provedore which showcased produce available made the Provedore an award-winning eatery.
at the Talbot Farmers Market and the local “We have a philosophy of menu
region. provenance,” Jayne said.
“With limited travel people were looking for “Just like buying produce at a farmers’
their everyday staples which we have always market, we make sure diners know where their
stocked,” Jayne said. food has come from.
“We put together a produce box people “For our Saturday evening dinners, we take
could pre-order during those lockdown periods. the menu up a notch and really show off what
It contained everyday items like bread, milk, our French-born Australian chef Stephane can
coffee, jam and cheese so that people didn’t create in the kitchen. We invest time and skill
have to venture too far to stock their kitchens.” into the best produce to create our meals, it’s
Takeaway also proved popular with locals, seasonal and where possible local; it’s so great
and Jayne and Christopher are grateful for the to be able to share our region with visitors
community support they received during the again.”
29Cellar Door | Restaurant | Accommodation | Gourmet Deli | Bakery
the
olive and lavender
store
• Breakfast
• Light lunch
• Cakes
• Giftware
Cellar Door Open Daily 10-5pm • Local
for Tastings/Wine Sales
produce
WOOD FIRED PIZZA
Open for Dinner Friday & Saturday 6-8pm Open 7 days
& Lunches Wednesday-Sunday 12-3pm 8am - 4pm
Specialty pizzas feature homegrown lamb and pork
5967 Stawell-Avoca Rd, Moonambel 5465 3777
5467-2264 | summerfieldwines.com.au 106 HIGH STREET, AVOCA
History, Gold & Grapes
You are amongst it all at the
AVOCA CARAVAN PARK
• 5 shady acres
• Situated beside the • Clean and spacious
Avoca River amenities
• Walk to town centre • Dogs permitted at
• 4 self contained cabins manager’s discretion
• 51 powered sites • Miners rights for sale
• 20 unpowered sites • Metal detectors for hire
• Eftpos facilities
available
2 Liebig Street, Avoca, Vic
5465-3073
AVOCA www.avocacaravanpark.
Caravan Park com.au
30Sharing local information
ALANA Burge (pictured) has seen a lot of “We are finding a variety of different
changes in tourism since starting work with the demographics are visiting the region. Families
Pyrenees Shire Council as a tourism officer are exploring our nature-based product and
more than 16 years ago. enjoying farmstays, couples and
“We used to get phone calls groups of friends are choosing to
for people booking reconnect at our wineries and it
accommodation but people can is great to see the caravanning
now do that online,” Alana said. community return as well.”
“We find people pre-plan for Alana was born and bred in
the stays but they still want to Avoca, but said she didn’t
come in and find out what else appreciate her home town until
there is to do and get that on- she moved away before returning
the-ground information.” to raise her own children.
The other major change to “Growing up here, I took the
impact the area is the pandemic beautiful landscapes for granted,
travel restrictions of the past few I didn’t realise the beauty –
years, which has seen people because it was always there,” she
who might go interstate or said.
overseas exploring what their own state has to “I am really proud of the products and
offer. experiences we offer in the Pyrenees and I feel
“After each lockdown we have been busier really honoured to be able to share it with
than we were before Covid,” Alana said. others.”
31The great summer escape in Loddon
THE Loddon Valley offers a great escape from
the heat of summer with its wealth of lakes,
waterways, shaded fishing spots, pleasant
nature walks or a visit to one of the many local
businesses in the region.
Popular attractions at Bridgewater include
the infinity swimming pool, general water-
skiing slalom and ski jump area. While there,
get a taste of the region at Bridgewater new Birds Eye View murals throughout the
Bakehouse, Bridgewater Hotel or the town.
Bridgewater Farmhouse Kitchen. At Terrick Terrick National Park, camping is
If you’re a lover of antiques and collectables, allowed near the picnic area.
then a visit to Inglewood’s Brooke Street is a The north of the region is blessed with
must. While you’re in town, visit the Inglewood waterways rich in fish, bird and animal life and
Eucalyptus Distillery Museum — a unique and offers many opportunities for walking, sight-
interactive attraction. seeing, angling and canoeing. Little Lake Boort
Wedderburn promises some surprising is a popular spot for water skiing, with the
discoveries. Memories of the town’s earlier days caravan park located on the edge of the lake.
are preserved at the Coach House Gallery and Boort is also a popular tourist destination
Museum. Hard Hill Tourist Reserve, a with the Spanner Sculpture Gardens, and
camping and day visitor area home to the award winning Salute Oliva and Simply
town’s RV-friendly site or take a tour of the Tomatoes.
BRIDGEWATER • BOORT • DINGEE • EDDINGTON • INGLEWOOD • KORONG VALE • LAANECOORIE
MITIAMO • NEWBRIDGE • PYRAMID HILL • SERPENTINE • TARNAGULLA • WEDDERBURN
For further information contact:
The Loddon Visitor Information Centre
24 Wilson Street, Wedderburn
Phone: 03 5494 3489
visitloddonvalley.com.au
32History among the gum leaves
NICOLE Upton (pictured) hopes the end of
lockdown means she can welcome people back
to the uniquely Australian museum and retail
shop she runs in Inglewood.
The Eucalyptus Distillery Museum not only
pays tribute to the history of Australia’s native
oil production, it encourages visitors to
consider using the natural product as part of
their everyday life.
“We sell a wide range of eucalypt products,
from candles, diffusers, bath soaps and salt to
cleaning and medicinal products,” Nicole said.
“Visitors can book a guided tour, where they distillation, it has a really high yield and it’s
will learn about the distilling process and even more beneficial if you are using it to treat
get to see how it is made in our mini-distillery.” coughs, colds and flu,” Nicole said.
As well as Nicole’s own signature product – “The Blue Mallee is a low-growing eucalypt
Eucy Blue – the retail store stocks well-known with multiple branches that are harvested once
eucalypt brand Bosisto’s. In 1851, pharmacist they reach 1.5 metres tall. Within about 18
Joseph Bosisto was the first person to months the tree will regenerate so you can
commercially produce eucalyptus oil when he harvest them again. There are Blue Mallees in
developed a brand that has became known the bush in Inglewood and Wedderburn that
throughout the world. have been continually harvested for over one
The first recorded use of eucalyptus oil was hundred years.”
when it was used by surgeon John White as a Nicole said visitors are welcome to pop in
substitute for tee tree oil to treat the ailments of and browse the store, grab a coffee or snack at
soldiers and convicts on the First Fleet. The the café and be assured all products are locally
Blue Mallee trees that grow naturally around grown and made.
Inglewood and Wedderburn are known to have “It’s a great way to support an Australian
high concentrates of cineole, which gives industry. A lot of what you buy is imported
eucalyptus oil its pharmaceutical content. It is now from China, so if you pick something up
used to treat muscle aches, insect bites, as an in the supermarket it’s best to check if it’s
antiseptic, anti-bacterial, anti-viral, the list goes Australian made,” she said.
on. “The products here are local and handmade,
“The industry ended up in this area because but also expanding, I’m constantly adding to
Blue Mallee is a great eucalypt for oil the retail space.”
Dedicated to the history of Eucalyptus Distillation
and the Blue Mallee Eucalypt
Handmade goods by local maker eucyblue: candles, reed diffusers,
bath salts, bar soap and liquid soap.
Stockist of local “Blue Mallee” Eucalyptus Oil and specialty Eucy cleaning products.
Coffee, cold drinks, native Australian shortbread and handmade chocolates.
Museum hours: Thursday to Sunday 10am4pm
Guided tours including demonstration of eucalyptus oil distillation available 7 days, $8 pp. Bookings essential.
Eucalyptus Distillery Museum Inglewood
20 Grant St, Inglewood (cnr Calder Hwy) | P: 54383247 or 0402 697 780
W: www.eucymuseum.com.au | E: info@eucymuseum.com.au | @eucymuseum
33Enjoy the quiet and relaxing
atmosphere of the
GOLDEN COUNTRY MOTEL
AND CARAVAN PARK
In Maryborough
We have several different
accommodation options, including
motel rooms, self-contained cabins and
villas and powered ensuite sites.
• Pet Friendly • Inground Pool
• Camp Kitchen • Family Friendly
• Children’s Playground • BBQ Facilities
• TV & Recreation Room • Free Wi-Fi
Book direct with us and save!
Proprietors - Terri and Dirk
Located opposite Golf & Bowls Club
134 Park Road, Maryborough
03 5461 1101
www.goldencountry.com.au
PARK FEATURES
• Lake Frontage • Natural Bush Setting • Camp fires allowed • Dog Friendly – sites only
• BBQ area and camp kitchen • Adventure playground and recreation room
• Group bookings welcome with various catering options
• Tennis, basketball, soccer and beach volleyball courts
• Activities include fishing, swimming, skiing, bushwalking,
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34Summer in the goldfields
PAINTINGS MAESTRO
BAZAAR MUSEUM
TRAPEZE CRYSTALS
TEXTILES HOTROD
LANDSCAPE BOTTLES
BROADWAY MARKETS
PARANORMAL CIRCUS
BLUESTONE CAFE
GUEST WINE
SCULPTURES RETRO
CARAVAN BRITTLE
ANTIQUES DINE
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35Enjoy your stay with us
Maryborough Caravan Park is perfectly positioned on
Lake Victoria within walking distance to town centre,
swimming pool, children’s playgrounds and
local sporting facilities.
Choose from fully self-contained one or two bedroom deluxe lake view cabins, two
bedroom executive cabins or an open plan standard cabin. Caravans, motor homes and
tents are well catered for with shady sites in summer and sunny sites in winter.
FACILITIES
• Sheltered free electric BBQ
• Camp kitchen • Guest laundry
• Children’s playground • Pet friendly
• Two modern amenities buildings, including baby bath
and facilities for disabled
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Accommodation in the heart of the Central Goldfields
Comfortable motel rooms in peaceful surroundings.
Single, twin and family rooms with complimentary light breakfast and wifi access.
Spacious, elegant 1930s style private function room seating 80
available for hire, featuring commercial kitchen facilities and bar.
72 Sutton Road, Maryborough P: 5460-4122 www.highlanderhavenmotel.com.au
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