DESTINATION: Heathcote

This town, 105km north of Melbourne, is located in picturesque countryside. Heathcote was a creation of the goldrush when the population reached 35 000. Today, its wide main streets with many historic buildings evoke feelings of the past.

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Pink Cliffs, located in a reserve off Pink Cliffs Rd, are a local feature. The ever-changing pink shades of miniature gorges and pinnacles was created in the 1800s by mining activity. McIvor Range Reserve has basic picnic facilities and there are walking tracks to Devils Cave and Viewing Rock, which provide panoramic views of Heathcote and the surrounding countryside.

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Vineyards in the surrounding area supply grapes to winemakers throughout Victoria. Wineries in the immediate region include Heathcote Winery and Wild Duck Creek Estate. There are 2 yabby farms near Heathcote: Central Victorian Yabby Farm and AV Yabbies. Both farms are open for tours and offer visitors the chance to catch a yabby. Dargile Flora and Fauna Reserve is ideal for bushwalking and birdwatching. There is a picnic area, rotunda, BBQs and facilities. Lake Eppalock is popular for fishing and boating.

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Region: Goldfields

Panning for Gold at Castlemaine, Victoria

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Victorian Goldfields. Main attractions include: The historic townships of Ararat, Ballarat, Bendigo, Clunes and Castlemaine, Ballarat Wildlife Park, Buda Historic Home and Gardens, Gold Fossicking, Prospecting, Victoria's Mining History and the Golden Dragon Museum. more

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Cnr High and Barrack sts, Ph: (03) 5433 3121

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