General News
1 September, 2022
Astounding beauty and events
SPRING has finally sprung and as we wave goodbye to a long winter, the upcoming warmer months will see the Loddon Valley’s astounding natural beauty come to the fore – the perfect time to discover the region’s magnificent scenery. Whether...
SPRING has finally sprung and as we wave goodbye to a long winter, the upcoming warmer months will see the Loddon Valley’s astounding natural beauty come to the fore – the perfect time to discover the region’s magnificent scenery.
Whether it’s boating, fishing, paddling or walking and cycling along the numerous trails, exploring extensive waterways, blooming state and national parks or its rich history, heritage and culture – a visit to the Loddon Valley is a must.
Popular boating and fishing spots can be found along the Loddon River at Bridgewater, Newbridge, Laanecoorie Weir and the Boort Lakes and rivers.
For nature lovers, the Loddon Valley serves as a gateway to state and national parks, including the Kooyoora State Park, Melville Caves and the 1200-hectare Inglewood Nature onservation Reserve. The Pyramid Hill area features three towering 460 million-year-old granite outcrops – The Hill, Terrick Terrick National Park and Mount Hope, all providing panoramic views.
If you’re after history, then the Loddon Valley has you covered. Explore Wedderburn’s rich history, heritage and culture or the former gold-rush town of Tarnagulla – where you can also try your luck at gold fossicking.
Take the time for a stroll around the town of Inglewood, which features a number of stores offering an eclectic mix of antiques and collectibles. A visit to the town’s Eucy Distillery Museum is also not to be missed.
A superb array of events will further showcase the Loddon Valley this spring, kicking off with the 30th Annual Vintage Machinery Rally in Wedderburn on 10 to 11 September.
September will also see Tarnagulla’s Strictly Vintage Fair on 11 September, the Friends of Kooyoora Spring Festival Show from 17 to 18 September.
There’s also the Tarnagulla Three Club Monty golf tournament (17 September), and the 8th NHMA National Tractor Trek in Wedderburn from 29 September to 2 October.
Delving further into spring, October will feature the Laanecoorie Gold Bash (7 to 9 October) and the Annual Boort Agricultural Show (8 October).
Further highlighting the region will be the Wedderburn Garden Expo (23 October), Loddon Valley Arts Trail (22 to 23 October) and the Wedderburn Annual Spring Dance (28 October).
For more information and Loddon Valley accommodation options, or for a copy of the calendar of events, call the Loddon Visitor Information Centre on (03) 5494 3489, email loddonvisitorinformation@loddon.vic.gov.au or visit www.bendigoregion.com.au/visit-loddon-valley
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