Never a dull moment
With so many attractions, there is something for every visitor to the Grampians in Australia
BRAMBUK ABORIGINAL CULTURAL CENTRE
Learn about Aboriginal culture and history at Brambuk Aboriginal Cultural Central. Surrounded by dramatic mountain views, spectacular waterfalls and wildflowers, the centre houses a Bushfoods cafe and a Gariwerd Dreaming Theatre. It also operates Aboriginal culture tours showcasing the area’s famed rock art. Visit www. brambuk.com.au. PINNACLE LOOKOUT
The most famous peak at Grampians National Park, Pinnacle Lookout boasts spectacular views through the valley of the park.
This formed of irregular rock formations which the Grampians region is so well known for. There are several walking options to reach The Pinnacle, varying in distance and difficulty.
Visit //parkweb.vic.gov.au/ visit/natural-wonders/thepinnacle-in-the-grampiansyou-can-do-it. BEST’S GREAT WESTERN
Get a taste for the best at one of Australia’s oldest family owned and operated wineries with a reputation for producing exceptional Shiraz. It is known to have some of the oldest vines in Australia and produces extraordinary wines with great longevity.
The Stables Cellar Door is a great place to taste the wines before experiencing the original underground cellar on self-guided tours.
Best’s Great Western is located in the township of Great Western and it is an absolute must for wine lovers. Visit www.bestswines.com. ROYAL MAIL HOTEL
A luxury accommodation set in extensive Australian gardens with stunning views of the Southern Grampians Ranges.
It has a vast of wine collection, which has been privately curated over the past 40 years and which is regularly awarded internationally.
The menu features the highest quality, locally sourced produce and it changes with the seasons. Visit www.royalmail.com.au. PEAKS TRAIL
This world-class, longdistance walking trail enables hikers to enjoy the best of the Grampians National Park.
The first stage of the 144km-long trail is now open and covers some of Grampians’ most loved features. It is a 33km loop walk and can be completed over three days and two nights. Visit†www.grampianspeakstrail.com.au. MACKENZIE FALLS
Mackenzie Falls flows year round and is one of Victoria’s largest and most spectacular waterfalls. Fast flowing water cascades over huge cliffs into a deep pool, sending fine sprays of rainbow mist high into the air above a stunning gorge.
You can go on the 1.9km (return) easyMacKenzie Falls Lookout Walk which will take about 40 minutes or a 2km (return) medium challenge to thebase of MacKenzie Falls which takes about1 hour 20 minutes. Visit //parkweb.vic.gov.au/explore/parks/ grampians-national-park/things-todo/mackenzie-falls. HAMILTON GALLERY
A local treasure for over 50 years, Hamilton Gallery presents a range of exhibitions, programmes and events that stimulate understanding, awareness and enjoyment of the visual arts.
The gallery’s collection includes works by some of the greatest European, Asian and Australian masters. Silver, porcelain and glass from the beginning of the 18th century, Asian ceramics from the major dynasties, European and Australian prints, 18th century landscapes, Australian oil paintings and watercolours and fine international and Australian examples of 20th century decorative arts combine to form a collection of over 8,000 items. Visit www.hamiltongallery.org.