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Five reasons to visit Belgrave
By Derek Schlennstedt Puffing Billy The much-loved steam train is synonymous with Belgrave, and is a symbol of the Dandenong Ranges. Each day it departs…
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Billy’s pulling power
By Effie Caloutas What better way to spend a weekend than by taking a step back in time. Puffing Billy is Australia’s favourite steam train,…
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Trails to adventure
By Peter Douglas With so many beautiful trails enticing hikers to Marysville, where do you start? One inspiring, yet convenient option is the Tree Fern…
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Olinda in a day
By Derek Schlennstedt Nestled among the tree tops and ferns, Olinda sits at the top of Mount Dandenong and, although a quaint town, it is…
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The inspiration behind the art
Discover the hidden creative world of Yarra Valley artists over three weekends in September, October and November. Showcasing the work of 57 artists at 47…
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A sunset spectacle
By Kendra Spencer A Seven Acre Rock sunset is easily one of the most incredible things to witness in the local area, and it’s a…
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Fine drop in picturesque setting
By Derek Schlennstedt This winter, discover a region where excellent food and exceptional wine are the norm and not the exception. Choose from over 60…
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Fresh fish, meat, fruit and vegies
With more than 40 years’ history in the Dandenong Ranges, Pellegrino’s Fresh Fruits have been supplying locally grown produce, meats and groceries out of Olinda,…
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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 and…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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