News
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Range of finest drops
It is always the right season to sample the spectacular beauty of the Yarra Valley, but summer brings something special to this wine lovers’ paradise,…
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Editor’s note
Unless you’re prone to hayfever, it’s highly likely that spring is your favourite season of the year. The winter frosts have thawed, there’s just a…
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Happy trails
By Effie Caloutas The trail begins at Lilydale Railway Station and follows 40 kilometres of the historical railway line through the diverse landscapes and interesting…
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Q&A – with Giant Steps head winemaker Steve Flamsteed
Where do you start with a Q&A with Giant Steps head winemaker Steve Flamsteed? No question really … although Steve’s first qualification was in food…
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Homestead where history comes alive
Take a step back in time and discover what it was like to live in the 1800s on the spectacular 80-acre Wandin property known as…
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Run away to the Yarra Valley
The Harvest Run is the perfect opportunity to enjoy the delights of the Yarra Valley, on Saturday 23 September, with a celebration food, wine, fitness…
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Where the wonders never cease
Through the colder months of the year Lake Mountain transforms into a snow-covered winter wonderland. But as the warmer weather kicks back in, the mountain…
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Historic trucks go the distance
Evolved from the formation of the Sydney-based Historic Fire Engine Association of Australia in 1972, the Historic Commercial Vehicle Club of Australia (HCVC) is this…
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Where there’s room for all
By Kath Gannaway Whether it’s a tent by the Acheron River, a luxury apartment among the Yarra Valley vineyards or a secluded B&B in the…
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Open days are heaven-scent
By Kath Gannaway From September through to November, Warratina Lavender Farm in Wandin Yallock is a bee-hive of activity. The farm started as a hobby…
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Drink in the beauty
By Wendy Williamson It is always the right season to sample the spectacular beauty of the Yarra Valley, but spring brings something special to this…
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Freshness straight from the vines
By Kath Gannaway You really don’t get any fresher from the farm than when you go to the farm gate. Spring and summer in the…












