Exploring the Historic Victorian Town of Maldon and How to Enjoy a Visit

Step back in time to the historic town of Maldon, a jewel nestled in the heart of Victoria, Australia. Known for its remarkably preserved Victorian architecture and rich gold rush heritage, Maldon offers a glimpse into the past while presenting visitors with modern comforts. Whether you're a history enthusiast, a nature lover, or someone seeking a peaceful getaway, Maldon has something unique to offer.

A Spirited Drive Along Victoria's Great Alpine Road

Picture this: a ribbon of asphalt unfurling across a landscape sculpted by ancient mountains, verdant valleys, and forests that seem to whisper tales of bygone eras. That's the Great Alpine Road, a 308-kilometre stretch of pure driving bliss that winds its way through Victoria's High Country. I recently had the chance to embark on this epic journey, and let me tell you, it's an experience that etches itself into your memory.

Visiting The Nhill Aviation Heritage Centre, Victoria

 

The Nhill Aviation Heritage Centre was established to commemorate the existence of the RAAF Base and WWII air school at the Nhill Aerodrome and the history of civil aviation in Nhill.

Visiting The Noojee Trestle Bridge

The Noojee Trestle Bridge was often referred to simply as Number 7', a reference to it being one of seven bridges along the Nayook to Noojee section of the rail link between Warragul and Noojee.

Construction of the bridge was undertaken between 1917 and 1919. When complete, it was one of the largest bridges of its type in the southern hemisphere. It was primarily used to transport timber from the forests around Noojee; however it also took passengers, goods and livestock to nearby towns.

Visiting Mansfield: Gateway to Victoria's Alpine Wonderland

 

Nestled amidst the rolling hills of Victoria's stunning High Country, Mansfield beckons travelers with its idyllic charm and boundless outdoor adventures. Serving as the quintessential gateway to the rugged Victorian Alps, this quaint township offers a perfect blend of natural beauty, cultural richness, and exhilarating activities.

A Touch of Europe in Central Victoria: Castlemaine and Maldon

There's something for everyone here! Ideally located between Bendigo and Melbourne, the Castlemaine, Maldon and surrounding towns have held onto their gold rush charms, while also welcoming a whole new generation of creative residents and visitors who have injected fresh life to an area already blessed with natural beauty and history.

Ask ChatGPT: Pentridge Prison then and now

HM Prison Pentridge, located in Melbourne, Australia, was a significant correctional facility that operated from 1851 to 1997. Over its long history, Pentridge gained a notorious reputation as one of the country's most notorious prisons. Here's an overview of its background and key aspects:

Noorilim: a grand manor house at Wahring VIC

'Noorilim-from wool to wine' is the biography of the pastoral property of Noorilim, on the floodplain of the Goulburn River 130km north of Melbourne. The property was created in 1840 when squatter  Frederick Manton claimed 44,000 acres near the first Goulburn Aboriginal Protectorate.  Relations between Europeans and the dispossessed Noorai-illum clan were strained, the conduct of Manton's men often being a cause.

Saving Victoria's Little Desert: Walkabout Magazine Oct 1969

 THE PRIORITY FIGHT: PROGRESS OR PEOPLE

It is more progressive, go ahead, and vote catching to start something new than to rejuvenate the old.

Man has given the mallee fowl two efficient predators in the fox and the feral cat. Now it has added a third and more deadly one-the State Government. 

Two quotations from the stream of protest letters that have poured into the letter columns of Melbourne's daily newspapers about the Victorian Government's plan to develop part of the Little Desert in Western Victoria.

Visiting Cowangie VIC

COWANGIE VIC 3506

Clarke's general store at the corner of Dayman and Lewis Streets is a large masonry building with splayed corner. It is a landmark building for the township. Dating from 1912 it represents the earliest stage of development in Cowangie and is a fine example of a commercial building. Of particular interest are the original timber-framed windows (R Eime)

One of the first Bush Nursing Centres in Victoria opened in Cowangie in 1918. It operated from a small stone cottage, still standing beside the Uniting Church, and brought medical help, although this might still involve a fearful wagon trip of an hour or more into town.




To the north of Cowangie, a gypsum mine was begun in the 1920s. The mineral was carted to a washing plant near the town then railed to Geelong for use in the manufacture of plasters and cement. (source: Readers Digest) Since closed.

The post office opened in 1912 when the rail link was completed but closed in 1994.
Postcode: 3506

Kow Plains Homestead (R Eime 2017)

Nearby is the historic Kow Plains Homestead, restored and able to be visited on a self-guided tour.

Cowangie Precinct is of historical, aesthetic, social and architectural significance to the Rural City of Mildura.

Cowangie forms part of the Mildura City Heritage Report (2013) 

Good On Ya Gippsland: new food destinations in rural Victoria

Recently touted as one of Australia's 10 Most Underrated Destinations, Gippsland continues to advance as Victoria's best-kept secret for a soul-and-stomach-nourishing weekend escape. Here are just three new venues which have opened since Christmas.

A Stylish and Quirky Hotel in Melbourne

Walter Scott Law designed and John Mahon first licensed Middle Park Hotel in 1889. Melbourne has come a long way since then. It has matured to become a cosmopolitan city that pulses with a vibrant energy. The love affair with major sporting events, restaurants, architecture, café-lined streets, bars, art galleries, spacious parks and village-like inner suburbs makes this city one of the world's most liveable.