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Peta Rolls recognised for service to tourism
Peta Rolls has been an instrumental part of the tourism industry in the Dandenong Ranges and Yarra Valley for 30 years.
Her achievement was...
Carrying on the ancient artforms of wood carving and turning
Woodturning and carving may be an unknown artform to some but it’s a surviving craft that is most often passed on for generations.
The...
Explore the Regional Museum
During those colder autumn days taking respite in the Yarra Ranges Regional Museum is a perfect way to learn about the region and experience...
ANZAC Walk honouring Emerald’s fallen
Visitors are invited to take the time to listen to the stories of the 32 diggers who lost their lives in First World War...
Stunning Redwood Forest a sight to behold
The perfect towering rows in Warburton's Californian Redwood forest are stunning in autumn, as the fairytale-like woods provide a great opportunity for an afternoon...
Staying in the Yarra Ranges
There are multiple ways you can stay the night in the Yarra Ranges, from a traditional cottage to luxury retreats.
Whether you are travelling...
Wine and dine in the valley
When the air starts to cool and the crisp frosts move in, its the perfect time to sit down and enjoy a nice extended...
Red Rattler train returns to railways
The historic Red Rattler trains have hit the tracks for the first time in 18 years, with a trip from Flinders Street Station to...
Healesville named on of Australia’s most ‘welcoming’ towns
Healesville has been named the sixth most welcoming town in Australia in the 2022 Traveller Review Awards.
The town achieved the result through...
Maintain your wellbeing with nature
The lush natural environment of the Dandenong Ranges makes for a special escape while also providing the perfect opportunity to look after your health...
Yarra Valley named as top spot for visitors
The Yarra Valley is shining bright on the national stage for tourism offerings, being named as number four in Wotif’s top ten Aussie towns...
The Mountain Ash named Eucalypt of the year
The Eucalyptus regnans, the Mountain Ash, has been dubbed the Eucalypt of the Year for 2022 following a national poll by Eucalypt Australia.
The...