Located in the heart of the 3rd largest volcanic plain on the planet. Brimming with history and located on the Princes Highway. A great stop or place to base yourself to explore the region.
Mortlake is the home of Olivine (a semi-precious stone) and a thriving country town. Perfect to break your journey.
Cobden is surrounded by undulating pastures and the distinctive features of the Volcanic Lakes and Plains, this friendly community offers much for the visitor and is an ideal place to base yourself for a Great Ocean Road and Volcanic Lakes and Plains Adventure
Terang is a beautiful country town located on the Princes Highway. In any season you will appreciate the beautiful tree-lined main street and undulating landscape. You will find much to see and do including the Terang Dry Lake Walk and 18 hole Golf Course.
Nestled at the base of one of Australia’s best preserved dry Craters (Mount Noorat) lies the charming village of Noorat. Explore the setting of the iconic Australian novel “I can jump puddles”, take a step back, slow down and give in to warm country hospitality.
Located on the Hamilton highway, Lismore is a favourite stopover for many and the historic buildings in the township are well worth some further exploration.
A village of character with Mount Elephant as its backdrop. Mount Elephant is visible for 60kms in each direction and looms large on the volcanic landscape.
Dry stone walls, weathered windmills, a bluestone bridge and an historic hotel converted to a Bed and Breakfast. Use the tiny village of Darlington as a base for exploring volcanic lakes and plains and southern edge of the Grampians.
Skipton offers the visitor a range of wildlife viewing experiences with bird-life on the lake and even a chance to spot a platypus from a viewing platform on Mount Emu Creek. Take a pit-stop here or take to 2 wheels on the Ballarat-Skipton Rail Trail.
Authentic rural heartland just 25km north of the 12 Apostles. Close to 12 Apostles Gourmet Trail businesses including Apostle Whey Cheese and GORGE Chocolate.
Located on the northern rim of Tower Hill State Game Reserve, Koroit derives its name from the Koroitch Gundidj people, one of the original occupiers of the area. Irish immigrants settled here in the 1840’s, the town still maintains its fascinating Irish charm as can be seen by a short walk or cycle along the main street and into the side streets.
Macarthur is the gateway to the spectacular Budj Bim National Park. This quaint town is increasingly marked on the map of travellers seeking adventure in the nearby National Parks, hiking and biking tracks, lava canals, rare caves and rich Indigenous history.
An explosive history and a never-failing spring with a village feel. Penshurst is the perfect blend of charm and fascination. Cosied up beside the now dormant volcano of Mount Rouse, the town is reminiscent of yesteryear.
Lake Bolac is located within easy driving distance to the Grampians National Park and the Great Ocean Road. An important service centre for the surrounding farms, the township is also an attraction in its own right. The freshwater lake is 27 kilometres around the foreshore and is a popular boating, fishing and sailing area when full.
Somethings brewing in Koroit... better grab a glass! 🍺
Noodledoof craft brewery and distillery was created by two mates, Noodles and Doofus, who wanted to make quality craft beer and spirits that are exciting, adventurous and approachable.
Noodledoof beers utilise local ingredients and are influenced by the changing seasons allowing the team to get creative in the brewhouse, with a constantly evolving tap list.
For Noodledoof's range of spirits, they teamed up with local Aboriginal Corporation, Worn Gundidj, utilising their expert knowledge of the surrounding area. The gins have a unique flavour profile from native botanicals such as correa alba, lemon myrtle and mountain pepper.
Enjoy a quality craft beverage and a hearty meal with family or mates.
Cheers! 🍻
https://volcaniclakesandplains.com.au/restaurants/noodledoof-brewing-and-distilling-co/
Those Budj Bim views! 😍
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Sunday sorted! Hike Mount Elephant and enjoy views across our #volcaniclakesandplains then relax at a country hotel and enjoy true, warm, country hospitality.
Find out more: https://volcaniclakesandplains.com.au/attractions/mount-elephant/
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Western Victoria has up to 3,000km of the most dramatic and accomplished dry stone walls in Australia. Historically and culturally significant, diverse in form and style. Many are visible along our roads and highways.
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Discover more at: https://volcaniclakesandplains.com.au/explore/dry-stone-walls/
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We love brisk walks on a misty winter morning, followed by a sweet treat 🍰and a good old fashioned hot cuppa ☕
Find out where to get your next sweet treat at https://volcaniclakesandplains.com.au/restaurants/
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Join the 125 year celebration of the Camperdown Clock Tower
Find out more 📷 @courthousecamperdown
Golden Tower Hill, with wattle blooming 🌿💛
https://volcaniclakesandplains.com.au/explore/koroit/
Experience @hamiltongalleryvic's latest exhibition… PLAY EVERYDAY / EVERY DAY PLAY.
From Melbourne-based artist and designer, @beciorpin, this exciting exhibition is an ode to all those things we can play with that are not manufactured toys. And there are so many! A chair, pots and pans, a sheet on the clothes line, simple EVERY DAY items.
The exhibition is at Hamilton Gallery until Sunday 28 August – it’s free, accessible and a whole lot of fun!
Visit the link in bio of @hamiltongalleryvic to learn more.
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The Lake Bolac Hotel is of historical significance as a rare surviving example of a mid-Victorian bluestone hotel and as an important indicator of the establishment of the Lake Bolac township in the early 1860s. Enjoy warm country hospitality and great food and drinks in the hotel today.
Discover all Lake Bolac here: https://volcaniclakesandplains.com.au/towns-villages/lake-bolac/
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Cobden Lake at sunset 🙌
📷@andrew_stubbings_photography of the award winning, luxury accommodation @heytesburyhouse
Discover Cobden here: https://volcaniclakesandplains.com.au/towns-villages/cobden/
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Take in more than 30 sites of interest including Koroit’s beautiful 19th century buildings and streetscapes. Discover tiny workers’ cottages, gracious public buildings, and lush gardens, all influenced by that Irish heritage Koroit is renowned for.
Grab a brochure online or from the Koroit Bakery and treat yourself to a journey through the town’s fascinating history!
https://volcaniclakesandplains.com.au/explore/koroit-heritage-trail/
It is nearly time to grab your basket and head to the @hirlandmarket in Hamilton!
Happening Saturday 30th July (9am to 1pm), this monthly market is set on the sweeping (and stunning) grounds of HIRL and showcases all the great goodies from Hamilton’s great makers and creators… fresh produce, wine, jewellery, clothing, woodwork, candles and more!
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Marvelous Hopkins Falls in the Winter time ❄️
After all this rain, you're sure to see the landscape beaming it's beauty loud and proud.
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Red Rock lookout is only 12 km from Colac and is one of Australia’s youngest volcanoes. You can climb the steps to the lookout where 7 crater lakes are visible and there are close to 40 separate eruption points in the Red Rock complex.
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Discover the Hidden Gem of Lake Cartcarrong 🌷
In the small town of Winslow, just north of Koroit, find this picturesque waterbody, surrounded by farmland.
Lake Cartcarrong is the perfect afternoon destination; bring a picnic and a fishing rod, and scout for brown and rainbow trout, flathead, redfin or short-finned eel. Enjoy the scenery and serenity of this gorgeous Lake.
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Starry, starry night…
The spectacular Aurora Australis sparkling above Coleraine. 🌠
And although the Aurora Australis is not visible to the naked eye, the very talented @shirley.ferrier magnificently captured it for you to enjoy! 👏
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Uncover the history of Mortlake and explore the town's Heritage Trail 🌟
Take a walk down the main street to immerse yourself in the period buildings and shopfronts. Discover the Shaw Street precinct - a stretch of heritage bluestone establishments to wonder the towns original bustle.
https://volcaniclakesandplains.com.au/towns-villages/mortlake/
Welcome to Tower Hill, where the native wildlife roam free💚
Encounter the extravagant emus, roaming for attention
Keepsake pictures of the kindled-up koalas, warm with affection
Wander with the wise wallabies' bush tracks, every which direction
So let's chuck Tower Hill in the GPS, shall we?
https://volcaniclakesandplains.com.au/explore/koroit/
On Tuesdays we pose with the cool mountains of the Southern Grampians and poke our tongues out! 😝
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Take a stroll around Stewart Park in Skipton and admire 'Platypus Rising’. Standing at 4m tall, the sculpture is made up of 4 platypuses swimming upwards around reeds. The sculpture compliments @mike.makatron first work of art in Skipton, the Mt Emu Café mural and the Skipton bridge mural by @jimmi_buscombe_artist
Discover more at www.volcaniclakesandplains.com.au
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