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Wine winners raise a glass
The Yarra Valley scooped the pool at several spring award presentations for wine. Domaine Chandon’s chandon brut (non-vintage) was crowned Best Australian Sparkling Wine at…
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Soak up the Valley
Greenstone Vineyards invites you to experience their Sunday Sessions with a glass of wine and soak up the ever-changing landscape and spectacular panoramic scenery. Greenstone’s…
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Q&A with Cathy Phelan, Sutherland Estate
On high ground at the southern edge of the Great Divide sits the cathedral-ceilinged cellar door of Sutherland Estate. The boutique, family-owned winery at Dixon’s…
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The long way round
Set out on a summer road trip from Melbourne to the nearby Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges region and find inspiration at every turn. Sample…
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Escape to the bush in the ‘burbs
The York on Lilydale Resort is set on 4.5 acres of natural bushland. The property at the corner of York and Swansea roads in Mount…
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Discover a wonderland of lotus flowers
Yarra Junction’s Blue Lotus Water Garden is holding its annual Lotus Flower Season event, which runs daily from 27 December 2018 to late April 2019.…
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Lavender love
The lavender season is here! Come and enjoy a real lavender experience at Warratina Lavender Farm. Only one hour from Melbourne in the beautiful Yarra…
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Discover the beauty of nature
Based in the heart of the Yarra Valley, Alowyn Gardens offers a unique experience to visitors. Developed over 20 years, what was once a run-down…
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Puppets and toys of the world
Set in the picturesque Dandenong Ranges, Geppetto’s Workshop is known as that iconic and experiential “toy store on the mountain”. The stores are fantasy and…
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Make it a doggy day out
Fur parents who find it had to leave their babies at home can find plenty of pooch-friendly destinations in the Dandenongs. Visit Victoria found that…
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Five reasons to visit Olinda
Bushwalks Olinda is the perfect starting point for a walk through Sherbrooke Forest and it rewards visitors with not only spectacular views, but a pleasantly…
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Full steam ahead
Steam trains will soon return to the Yarra Valley for the first time in 40 years. Both side of state politics pledged $3.75 million in…












