Dandenongs Local Knowledge
- Activities (4)
- Must do/see (1)
- Eating out (2)
- What to do (2)
- What to see (2)
- Local history (2)
- Services (1)
Activities
Do you have what it takes to join the Air Force? In a fully aerobatic Victa T6, our experienced instructor will take you through the same loops, rolls and spins from 4,500ft and 300km/hr. You will even get to fly some of the manouvres yourself and see if you have what it takes to be a Top Gun!
Olinda and Sherbrook Forest in the Dandenong Ranges. Your travelling the winding Mt Dandenong Road, stop and visit William Rickets Sanctuary, continue travelling to Coldsteam Hills and Yarra Glen to Yarra Valley, stop for lunch take in some wine tastings. Travel back home via Christmas Hills.
Enjoy the wonders of a hot air ballooning flight over the Yarra Valley with Australia's oldest & most experienced balloon operator. It will be one of the most memorable experiences of your life. Afterwards return to Balgownie Vineyard Resort and Spa for a superb 5 star gourmet champagne breakfast.
Indulge yourself in a deep cleansing facial treatment and luxurious massage in our tranquil setting in the stunning Dandenong Ranges. Your facial treatment will leave your skin feeling completely refreshed and renewed as we purify and hydrate your skin!
Must do/see
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Olinda VillagePearls in Olinda??? A variety of fascinating shops, interesting locals who will welcome your visit to this great village atmosphere. |
Eating out
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Cloudehill GardensThese gardens are fabulous - early Daffodils and Camellias and Rhododendrons out now. Much, much more to come - In addition to that, there is a wonderful cafe opening at Cloudehill - Lady Chatterly's...Mediterranean breakfasts, luscious lazy luncheons overlooking the gardens, proper High Tea - a treat.. Opening mid August, 2005 |
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Glendower RestaurantSet in a 'grand old style' house and garden. Great food, fabulous views. For those with a special appreciation of things culinary. |
03 5944 4710 |
What to do
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Puffing Billy Steam TrainFamous for years - now enjoy the luncheon train every day. |
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Walking TrailsTake an invigorating or just a pleasant relaxing walk on one of the many beautiful walking trails the Dandenongs have to offer. |
What to see
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Great Gardens of the DandenongsCome and discover the history, beautiful plants and spectacular mountain views that make these gardens unique. |
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William Ricketts SanctuaryWilliam Ricketts in the Dandenong Ranges. A cultural and heritage park property which reflects a spirit of place expressed through one man's dream where your can explore sculptures of people and animals in natural surroundings. |
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Local history
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Kurth KilnKurth Kiln Park, covering 3,500 ha, contains a range of forest types. The park is mostly known for its kiln used during the Second World War to make charcoal for gas producer units fitted to motor cars. This substitued fuel for petrol which was rationed at the time. There are several trails with a variety of walks. Tomahawk Creek circuit is a pleasant walk along the Tomahawk Creek where water cascades over exposed granite rocks. Several picnic grounds have a fire places and toilets. |
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Station Masters WalkThe story goes that every day the Station Master at Gembrook walked through the woodlands which in spring is covered with bluebells and daffodils. The Station Master always walked beside the single guage railway which has views of the Warburton Ranges. |
Services
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Avalon CastleWedding reception and function centre with romance, style and glamour. |
(03) 5968 8392 |