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| 2854 Midland Highway, Newlyn |
| t: 03 5345 7077|m: 0408 311 938 |
| www.australiafelix.com.au |
| Australia Felix Tours specialises in small group tours of Central Victoria. Whether you are on a romantic escape, enjoying quality time with your family or you are a seasoned traveller, Australia Felix can tailor a private tour for you. We offer door-to-door pick up and drop off within the Spa Country and Goldfields regions of Central Victoria. Cost $95 per adult for half-day tour, $195 for full day tour; children 5-15 years $40 for half-day, $80 for full day tour. |
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| N/A, Ballarat |
| t: 1300 856 668.|m: 1300 856 668 |
| e:info@eerietours.com.au |
| www.eerietours.com.au |
| Historic walking tour of Ballarat's most haunted locations. Wednesday to Sunday evenings each week - timing depends on the season. Also Old Cemetery Night tours (90 minutes). Bookings essential. |
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| Cnr Fussell & York Streets , Ballarat East |
| t: 03 5333 5933|m: 0418 293 761 |
| e:info@wildlifepark.com.au |
| www.wildlifepark.com.au |
| Ballarat Wildlife Park is set upon 32 acres beautiful peppermint gum woodland, where you can experience close contact with koalas, kangaroos, emus and other native animals The reptile collection alone is one of the largest private collections in Australian featuring around four hundred individual animals of both native and exotic origins. The Ballarat Wildlife Park is situated only five minutes from Sovereign Hill and is the only regional zoo of its kind on such a large scale. You can self-guide or a public tour runs between 11.00am and 12.00pm daily, or as required for groups 20 and over.
Cafe open daily. Interactive animal shows on weekends & public holidays. |
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| 10 Ranch Road , Daylesford |
| t: 03 5348 2525|m: 0417 502 911 |
| e:b_ranch@netconnect.com.au |
| www.boomerangranch.com.au |
| Horse riding through bushland. All rides supervised. One hour trail - longer can be arranged. Bookings essential. School camps catered for. Rides at 10.30am, 1pm & 2.15pm daily except Christmas Day & Boxing Day. Boomerang Ranch also offers budget accommodation and can be found on Ranch Road, off Tipperary Springs Road. |
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| P O Box 315, Daylesford |
| t: 1300 767 416| |
| e:info@both.com.au |
| www.bothfeet.com.au |
| Luxury guided experiences allow you to escape the stress of everyday life. Take time out, explore the region with eco-guides & return with "bothfeet" firmly on the ground.4 day tours including accommodation & food. |
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| 5451 Midland Highway , Mount Franklin |
| t: 03 5476 4208| |
| www.chocmill.com.au |
| At Chocolate Mill all our chocolate is made on site and sold exclusively from here. We have a retail store in the front of our kitchen, with a viewing window to see the production as it happens. We also have a cafe where drinks & chocolate are served. The cafe includes two toilets, including one for disabled access. Our carpark holds 50+ cars and our cafe has enough seats for up to 80 chocoholics. All dogs must be on leads please. Free demos 11am & 2pm daily.
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| Railway Parade, Creswick |
| t: 03 5345 2202| |
| e:info@creswickwool.com.au |
| www.creswickwool.com.au |
| Last coloured spinning and weaving mill in Australia with direct factory outlet. |
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| 355 Hepburn-Newstead Road , Shepherds Flat |
| t: 03 5476 4277| |
| e:info@cricketwillow.com.au |
| www.cricketwillow.com.au |
| Cricket Willow is the only facility in the world where visitors can witness the fascinating process of cricket bat manufacture from start to finish. It encompasses a picturesque cricket oval amid the sweeping foothills....from strolling through the trees in the willow grove...to seeing a bat being crafted in the cricket gallery...to selecting a Jabaroo bat from the exclusive shop...to smashing runs in the middle of the field of dreams. Open daily for Group Bookings.
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| 155 Dairy Flat Road, Musk |
| t: 03 5348 2275|m: 0418 336 191 |
| e:enquiries@daylesfordcider.com.au |
| www.daylesfordcider.com.au |
| Daylesford Cider Company - production and sale of apple cider. Open from 12noon-4pm Wednesday to Friday & 11am-5pm Saturday-Sunday & Public Holidays for cider tastings & cellar door sales. |
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| P O Box 77, Daylesford |
| t: 0458 117 310|m: 0458 117 310 |
| e:lisa.hadingham@bigpond.com |
| www.daylesfordgetabouttours.com.au |
| Hepburn region showcases some of our very finest wineries. Daylesford Getabout Winery Tours has chosen a selection of small boutique vineywards that you may not have heard of, but will never forget. We will chauffeur you directly to the experts who will answer any question you have about the art of wine making and allow you to sample some truly lovely local wines. Wine can be purchased at cellar doors, delicious lunch stop at reasonable prices and fun activities on board our coach with lucky prizes etc. |
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| 11 Hepburn Road, Daylesford |
| t: 03 5348 1962|m: 0400 178 750 |
| e:enquiries@daylesfordminigolf.com.au |
| www.daylesfordminigolf.com.au |
| Mini Golf course usually open Thursday to Monday from 10am to 10pm. CLOSED UNTIL 11TH SEPTEMBER 2010 |
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| 11 Hepburn Road, Daylesford |
| t: 03 5348 1962|m: 0400 178 750 |
| e:enquiries@daylesfordminigolf.com.au |
| www.daylesfordminigolf.com.au |
| This Australian themed, hand crafted 18 hole mini golf course will not only entertain, it will test the skill of young and old alike. Whether your challenging Ned Kelly, crossing The Sydney Harbor Bridge or swimming with the sharks it is definitely “Fun for all ages”...Daylesford Mini Golf not only offers a day of fun on the course it also tantalizes the taste buds in its log cabin styled café. Relax and take in the panoramic view whilst enjoying your tea or coffee. Or put your feet up and unwind after a fun filled Australian adventure, enjoying a traditional wood oven pizza from our gourmet menu. Adult $12
Child $8 (Children under 3 Free). Accommodation available also.
Family Pack 1 $36 (2x Adults, 2x Children)
Family Pack 2 $43 (2x Adults, 2x Children)
Group Booking 1 (20 - 36 people) 10% Discount
Group Booking 2 (36+ people) 15% Discount |
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| 32 Muir Road, Sailors Falls |
| t: 03 5348 6704|m: 0435 152 652 |
| e:info@daylesfordphotography.com.au |
| www.daylesfordphotography.com.au |
| Digital photography workshops, small groups and individual tuition, portrait work. Fully equipped arts studio - music workshops, jazz, classical, music appreciation & theory, photographic exhibitions, pottery, prints, original art. Available by appointment over the internet or email. Average group charge $60 for 3 hours or $75 individual. Situated on 20 acres of parkland with flora, fauna & large dam. |
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| Raglan Street, Daylesford |
| t: 03 5348 1759|m: 0422 076 272 |
| e:daylesfordrailway@yahoo.com.au |
| www.dscr.com.au |
| Daylesford Spa Country Railway presents an unique heritage railway experience on the 120-year old Daylesford branch line of the former Victorian Railways. See and ride restored trains up to 70 years old. Sunday excursion trains every Sunday of the year @ 10.15am,11am,11,30am,12pm,12.30pm,1pm,1.45pm,2.30pm. Charter trains by arrangement, Silver Streak Champagne Train. The Silver Streak departs on the first Saturday every month at 5.30pm from the Daylesford Station (Raglan Street) - a train ride with bubbles, ales, soft drinks & finger food in a restored heritage train through the Wombat Forest and restful country scenes $30 per person. For Silver Streak bookings ring 0422 076 272. |
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| Raglan Street, Daylesford |
| t: 03 5348 3503| |
| e:daylesfordrailway@yahoo.com.au |
| www.chtr.org.au |
| Daylesford Sunday Market |
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| P.O. Box 454 Vincent street, Daylesford |
| t: 03 5348 6707| |
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| 1070 Trentham Road, Bullarto |
| t: 03 5348 5682|m: 0427 354 457 |
| e:organic@foodfromthought.com.au |
| www.foodfromthought.com.au |
| Farm shop specialising in certified organic, locally-grown vegetables and rare-breed, ethically-raised mets, from heritage livestock - Wessex Saddleback pigs and Shropshire sheep grown on the farm. Fill your esky with produce from the region. Shop open daily from 10am to 5pm. Closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day & New Year's Day. |
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| 1500 Midland Highway, Creswick |
| t: 1300 882 892.| |
| http://www.forestresort.com.au/?id=golfcourse2 |
| The Forest Resort Golf Course is a triumphant collaboration between internationally-renowned golf course architect, Tony Cashmore and Australian PGA Professional Robert Allenby. The shared vision has resulted in a course of forest framed greens, fairways set in cathedral-like passages, sweeping slopes and cooling creek systems invoking the unique Forest experience. The international-class course will be of championship length from the back tees, running 6300 metres with each nine having two par-5 holes and two par-3 holes. The course design has allowed for the natural flow of land to determine the course routing wherever possible using all available ground elements – ridges, swales, spurs and trees to create golf course holes with individuality, visual beauty and strategic flexibility.
In addition, amid the scenic beauty of the course surroundings, is a generous practice fairway and other training areas.
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| 404 Peel Street North, Ballarat |
| t: 03 5332 9199|m: 0407 542 796 |
| e:golden.nuggettours@bigpond.com |
| We offer you the best personalised tours of the Spa Country and Goldfields. So whether you want to visit a gallery, explore old gold towns, immerse yourself in wild nature or go down and have a mine adventure, we can arrange that for you too.Our food and wine tour is exceptional value, up to eight wineries, a free bottle of French wine and dinner in a 5-star restaurant. We are a leader in Environmentally Sustainable Tourism, all our tours are Carbon Neutral and we are a Green tour operator. All our guides are qualified ECO guides. We pick up from your accommodation. Melbourne customers leave from Southern Cross Railway Station. |
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| 60 Telegraph Road, Mount Prospect |
| t: 03 5345 7267|m: 0408 059 125 |
| e:kieran@hepburnlagoonrides.com.au |
| www.hepburnlagoonrides.com.au |
| Hepburn Lagoon Trail Rides offer a 'boutique' style of horse riding experience. Individual attention is given to each rider; riders are matched with a horse appropriate to their experience and given tips on how to ride a horse. After the ride, the experience continues as you sit and relax by the fire in The Tack Room, while enjoying a drink and something tasty to eat. To find us drive 15 minutes from Daylesford along the Creswick Road & turn left into Telegraph Road. No credit cards. |
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| Lot 2 Railway Crescent, Daylesford |
| t: 03 5348 1920|m: 0438 069 771 |
| e:roger@rogermclean.com |
| www.rogermclean.com.au |
| Herbal Lore liqueurs - the ultimate liqueur experience! Enjoy complimentary tastings of our beautifully packaged liquers in an atmosphere fit for King Arthur and his worldly court! Experience our liqueur chocolates, liqueur fruits and specialty ports and liqueurs whilst relaxing with friends over our exquisite tasting platter. Extend your enjoyment with take-home gifts for self and family. And remember us when planning your next special event, conference or meeting. We specialise in small, intimate encounters. Herbal Lore Liqueurs - manufacture, tastings and sales - for health, vitality and great taste! |
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| RSD E332 Ballarat Road , Ballarat |
| t: 03 5334 7388|m: 0413 599 391 |
| e:info@kryalcastle.com.au |
| www.kryalcastle.com.au |
| Step back into medieval history at Kryal Castle situated on theWestern Highway some 8 kms. east of Ballarat (towards Melbourne). Featuring live re-enactments daily, The Magic Theatre, a fine collection of arms and armour, art gallery, Heraldry, Itty Bitty World, maze, Comical cemetery, extensive historic displays, licensed tavern, eatery and all facilities, Kryal Castle is an exciting and unique tourist attraction. |
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| 1 Knox Street, Daylesford |
| t: 03 5348 1338|m: 0402 715 536 |
| e:neil.marlow77@bigpond.com |
| Vintage & contemporary homewares, jewellery, books, tarot readings, beauty & body care products, morning & afternoon teas & light lunches including Devonshire teas, organic coffee, skin clinic & massage, facials, waxing, tinting, manicures, pedicures, acrylic nails etc. |
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| 350 Hepburn-Newstead Road , Shepherds Flat |
| t: 03 5476 4393| |
| e:mail@lavandula.com.au |
| www.lavandula.com.au |
| A little taste of Italy 10 minutes north of Daylesford....Originally built in the 1860s, Lavandula's 1860s sandstaone farm buildings sit in a beautiful open garden. From the café La Trattoria, the view of lavender fields, olive grove and a vineyard make it the truly relaxing location for a glass of local wine and an antipasto. You can play petanque, search for the farm animals, or sit and listen to the birdsong. Lavender is best near Christmas, and is harvested by hand through January, to make Lavandula's range of body products also available through the webcart. Lavandula is open 10.30am-5.30pm daily 1 September-31 May, then weekends, Queen's Birthday and Victorian school holidays in June, July, August. Café closed August. |
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| 105 Central Springs Road, Daylesford |
| t: 03 5348 4332|m: 0418 526 640 |
| www.millmarkets.com.au |
| A Collectors Dream! Australia's largest mix of antiques and collectables. Over 4,000 square metres. Cafe on site. Free Admission. Centre open 7 days a week, 10am to 6pm.
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| 64 Main Road , Hepburn Springs |
| t: 03 5348 4345|m: 0400 854 029 |
| e:mariaviola@bigpond.com |
| www.macaronifactoy.com.au |
| Old Macaroni Factory - Guided tours of the Macaroni Factory give a rare insight into the fascinating story of the Lucini family told through Giacomo Lucini's unique frescoes that adorn the ceilings and walls. Much restoration has been done to reveal these colourful frescoes that are Australia's oldest and preserve the family's history. They reflect complicated political statements and lives and scenes of their Italian homeland at beautiful Lake Maggiore. These tours start at 10.30am and last an hour on Saturdays and Sundays. Cost $10 per adult, children under 14 admitted free if accompanied by an adult. |
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| 17 Main Road , Hepburn Springs |
| t: 03 5348 1635|m: 0408 938 437 |
| e:energyplus@vic.chariot.net.au |
| www.energymassagerefloxogy.com |
| Pamela's Pooch Pamper , which is a mobile service) specialises in canine myofunctional therapy. Pooch massage is not just for spoilt pets - it helps every dog by reducing pain and stress; improving range of movement; calming and soothing erratic behaviour, and supporting effective digestion and breathing. Result is a healthy, happy pooch - all dogs love it! |
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| 1/9 Howe Street, Daylesford |
| t: 03 5348 4474|m: 0412 468 250 |
| e:puppetadventures@bigpond.com |
| www.puppetadventures.com |
| Offer your children the excitement of puppets! There are many different puppets to make in the shop, with your choice of colours. Make them in-store or take home a kit. They make great gifts! Gift ideas include: Puppet kits, Hand puppets, Minimates, Animuppets, Finger puppets, Originals, Puppets small and large. All our puppets are hand crafted. Nothing is commercially mass produced. SHOP CLOSING 14TH FEBRUARY 2010, however Helen will still do parties, school programmes, functions etc.
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| 39a Albert Street, Daylesford |
| t: 5348 2020|m: 0407 689 434 |
| e:purlspalace@bigpond.com |
| www.purlspalace.com |
| Arts and Crafts, Knitting Wools, classes etc., |
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| 115 Main Road, Hepburn Springs |
| t: 03 5348 2297| |
| e:eddbanks@bigpond.net.au |
| Relaxed informal dining for 60 in total (20 outdoors). Midweek locals' special - $9 breakfast. |
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| 9 Lone Pine Avenue, Hepburn Springs |
| t: 03 5348 3937| |
| e:sacredearthtours@gmail.com |
| We guide short bush-walking tours (2-4 hours), all close to Daylesford and Hepburn Springs. Many walks begin and terminate in town. In many instances we can arrange to start and end at client's guesthouse. Walks suit those of average fitness looking for a stimulating, uplifting adventure, rather than a heavy workout. We walk with groups to a maximum of 10 people. With pre-booking, we cater to clients' unique interest with specialist local guides in wildlife, plant kingdom, ecology, Aboriginal and European heritage, social and environmental change. Individual walkers, couple, families, small social women's, men's, children's and special-needs groups all welcome. |
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| 1-3 Church Avenue, Hepburn Springs |
| t: 0427 722 133|m: 0427 722 133 |
| e:sarah@wadelawyers.com.au |
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| -, Daylesford |
| t: 0418 301 281|m: 0418 301 281 |
| e:info@secretforestwalks.com |
| www.secretforestwalks.com |
| Experience the beauty and seclusion of the Wombat Forest, assisted by GPS technology.
Choose from a selection of carefully mapped walks in the Wombat Forest according to your tastes and abilities. From lush fern gullies or tall forest, to mountain views or dramatic river gorges. Long and short walks are catered for.
During consultation, we will provide you with an easy to use outdoor GPS unit, which will help guide you on your selected walk. Unlike paper maps, the GPS unit will accurately show you where you are and where you should head. You can walk independently and with confidence in even the remotest parts of the forest.
For your comfort, you'll receive a complimentary backpack of walkers' requisites, or choose from a range of gourmet picnics.
Secret Forest Walks is a new and innovative outdoor activity provider, catering for recreational, corporate and educational interests. Geocaching games, holiday packages, GPS cycling routes and guided forest tours are also available.
Introductory Offer - Solo $60
$10 for each additional person up to $100/group of 5.
Kids are free.
Offer ends 12th April 2010
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| 3734 Midland Highway, Eganstown |
| t: 03 5348 3351| |
| e:spring.park.nursery@gmail.com |
| WELCOME TO SPRING PARK NURSERY. Situated at Eganstown in the picturesque Spa Country of Daylesford and Hepburn Springs one of Victoria’s premier tourist destinations. Set against the backdrop of the Wombat Forest adjacent to the famous Deep Spring Mineral Water and Historic Pump House. The nursery supplies an exciting variety of new and old favorite roses and a delightful mix of perennials and garden plants from the rare and unusual to the modern landscaping varieties. Spring Park Nursery also has an extensive rose display garden with over 1000 varieties with the peak bloom time from November to May. We look forward to your visit next time you are in the Spa Country. Open daily from 9am-5.30pm, closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day, Good Friday and Anzac Day. Also at Daylesford Sunday Market.
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| 15 Raglan Street, Daylesford |
| t: 03 5348 1591|m: 0407 879 294 |
| e:sgh@netconnect.com.au |
| www.stationhouse.net.au |
| Historic train carriage, B&B & Guesthouse. |
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| 2301 Crn Midland Highway & Smokeytown Road, Springmount |
| t: 03 5345 2847|m: 0409 387 742 |
| e:sales@mistydowns.com.au |
| www.tangledmaze.com.au |
| Family Tourist attraction with unique botanical maze and adventure maze, 18 hold mini golf, Bocce, Quoits, puzzles and giant chess, Mistydowns Nursery growers of heritage roses, peonies and unusual perennials. Cosy Cafe with light meals and refreshments.
Whole park $14.50 Adults and $11.50 Child Maze only $9.00 Adult and $8.00 Child Mini Golf $6.50 Child $6.50 Family pass $46.00
Maximium 100 people Open 10am to 5.30pm daily except Christmas Day. |
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| 107 Vincent Street, Daylesford |
| t: 03 5348 8000|m: 0438 024 800 |
| e:concepts@qonline.com.au |
| www.thereaders.com.au |
| The Readers offers tarot, palmistry, clairvoyance, healing workshops, self-mastery and change coaching. Readings - 30 mins $50; 45 mins $65; 1 hr $80; Couples $100. Suitable for groups, parties, hens' nights etc (prices on enquiry). |
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| Creswick Woollen Mill Precinct Railway Parade, Creswick |
| t: 03 5345 1588| |
| e:info@timberbenders.com.au |
| www.timberbenders.com.au |
| Historical working timber bending business, factory shop and gallery. $5 per person to view working factory for large groups; $10 for view and accompanied guided tour. Suitable for busloads, schools, groups, couples, families etc. Children free when accompanied by an adult. Groups welcome bookings essential. |
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| Shop 2/52A Vincent Street, Daylesford |
| t: 03 5348 4277|m: 0400 497 325 |
| e:info@threadneedle.com.au |
| www.threadneedle.com.au |
| Inspiring you to create! We stock a large range of craft & art supplies for enthusiasts & beginners, including needlework, patchwork, beading, card-making & art supplies. We have patterns & kits to create fabulous home décor & accessories, as well a great selection of craft books, gift ideas for kids & workshops. Gift vouchers are also available. Open 7 days. Monday to Friday: 9 am - 5 pm,
Weekends (School & Public Hols): 10 am - 5 pm.
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| 19 Cantillons Road, Musk |
| t: 03 5348 5593| |
| e:trewhellafarm@gmail.com |
| www.trewhellafarm.com.au |
| Berries, herbs, bushfoods - certified biodynamic demeter produce grown in the cool climate of Spa Country. The season begins around mid-December and concludes in March. Frozen berries and other berry products are available all year, as well as herbs and bushfoods. We have a large range of berries including: gooseberries, loganberries, boysenberries, silvanberries, marionberries, currants, blueberries. blackberries, tayberries & raspberries. Located less than 10 minutes from Daylesford. |
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| 'Stoney Rises' 60 Stoney Rises Road, Smeaton |
| t: 03 5345 6233| |
| e:info@tuki.com.au |
| www.tuki.com.au |
| At Tuki you are guaranteed to catch a trout. There is assistance available for those new to fishing. There are 6 ponds you can fish from; a couple at the top of the hill are heavily stocked so success for your child is generally assured. After you have caught your trout we will clean & package it for you to take home or you can have it cooked in the restaurant. "Imagine the look on your child's face when they catch their first trout". The rods we hire out are well maintained rods & reels so it is a chance for you to become acquainted with casting and using a rod. We generally use corn for bait so it is easy to bait up and proceed with fishing.For the experienced fisherman our lower ponds offer a chance to practice with your own equipment whether it be a lure or fly rod. Family ticket $30.00 includes admission for 2 adults, kids and 2 fishing rods with bait.
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| P O Box 454, Daylesford |
| t: 03 5348 6707| |
| e:sheilm@dodo.com.au |
| Quad bike tours through the Wombat State Forest and through scenic private land. Guided by experienced guides. Open 7 days a week rain or shine. Suitable for couples, groups, corporates, social clubs, team building. |
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| 4 Shop 6 Howe Street, Daylesford |
| t: 03 5348 2333| |
| e:wineisa4letterword@bigpond.com |
| www.wineisa4letterword.com |
| WINE is a 4 letter word
WINE STORE - WINEBAR – CELLAR DOOR
Wine store that boasts a great selection of wines sourced from boutique wineries based in and around Western Victoria.
Also, open as a Wine bar on Friday and Saturday nights. Featuring wines by the glass, light tapas, live piano and a great intimate atmosphere, including live piano 8-11pm Friday nights.
Tastings and cellar door sales of Liberated Winemakers of Daylesford. Join our ‘Liberated wine club’ and gain access to our selection of hand crafted, hard to get wines. There are many small winemakers from Western Victoria that you will discover and have access to when you join the Liberated wine club and let us tell you about them. Register your preferences to get a ‘heads up’ on vintage releases and great offers on all wines we produce and stock, wines that are of great quality and which are made with passion and care.
Visit our Wine store-Wine bar-Cellar door at shop 6 Howe Street, Daylesford and browse through our selection. Taste wines produced by the Liberated winemakers, or join online to receive special offers and regular newsletter.
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