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Hotel to feast, relax

Ideally located at the foothills of The Dandenongs, The Ferntree Gully Hotel is the perfect stop for those wanting a break from city life...

Feast of fine films

By Derek Schlennstedt Blockbuster, art house or classic, stepping inside a ‘movie house’ to see a film in the company of others is one of...

Pet portraits show unique personalities

By Rebecca Skilton With the stroke of her wrist, Tecoma artist Chrystal Carter can capture the memory of a beloved pet and transform it into...

Soar like a Bunjil

By Derek Schlennstedt In Australian aboriginal mythology, Bunjil is a creator deity, an ancestral being often depicted as a wedge tail eagle soaring above the...

Puffing Billy has it all

Boasting onboard experiences with a touch of dance, dinner, music and even murder, Australia’s favourite steam train, Puffing Billy, is making tracks in 2017. Commencing...

Snapshot of hot spots

By Derek Schlennstedt Puffing Billy It’s Australia’s favourite stream train. Puffing Billy is known internationally as one of the finest preserved steam trains in the world,...

Tour Marysville’s sweet spots

By Peter Douglas Is there a more effective way to re-charge the batteries than through a day trip? Why not try beautiful Marysville which is noted...

Savour the flavour of autumn wines

By Derek Schlennstedt This autumn, discover a region where excellent food and exceptional wine are the norm and not the exception. Choose from over 60 winery...

A delight to the senses

By Peter Douglas AS one might expect when surrounded by such natural beauty, many Yarra Ranges residents are exceptionally passionate and proud about their gardens. And...

So much closer to nature

THERE’S nothing like Australian summer - the dry, hot weather and sunshine makes for a great time to visit the Yarra Valley. A well-travelled destination...

Artist shares a natural talent

By Kath Gannaway HEALESVILLE’S award-winning artist Denise Smith has a unique perspective on the Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges. And, it’s a perspective she loves to...

Settle in for a longer stay

By Kath Gannaway IF you happen to be planning a day trip to Marysville, be sure to pack your tooth brush and a change of...

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Take on trail biking in the Yarra Ranges

For motorbike riders looking for tracks to take on in the coming months, look no further than the Yarra Ranges. Challenging weather may make tracks...