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1. Discover Mildura - Day Tours

2. The Offroad Tradies

3. Paddleboats on the Murray

4. All Seasons Houseboats

5. Mildura Paddlesteamers Melbourne, Rothbury and Mundoo

6. Moontongue Eco-Adventures

7. Murraytrek 4WD Outback Adventure Day Tours

8. Murray Offroad Adventures

9. Mildura Cruises

10. Wade Hooper Golf - Murray River Golf Retreat

11. Dockside Boat Hire

12. River Queen

13. Peter & Jeanie Kelly

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Exploring mildura: oasis on the murray.

An early summer morning in Mildura, with the promise of a gorgeous sunny day ahead... is there a more perfect place to be in Australia? We don't think so. Endless clear blue skies, and the magnificent Murray river right on your doorstep.

So what is it that makes the perfect holiday destination for you? is it the weather? Well, we've got that covered, that's for sure. Maybe it's motorport, fishing, good food, arts, or plenty of activities to keep the kids amused? Yep, we got those covered too.

Hi there, I'm AJ, your personal guide to our corner of the Mallee. You can read more about me here if you want. I'm here to show you around Mildura, so let's get started.

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Mildura - the biggest city in the Mallee, with a population of around 35,000 in Mildura itself, and approximately 80,000 residents in the district (though that figure is somewhat debatable 1 ). We love this place, but then again, perhaps we're biased. We do live here, after all.

From watersports to fine food and wine, glorious sunny weather and riverboat cruises, Mildura has something to please everyone. For us, that means the wonderful climate (as long as you like your summers VERY hot!), the golf courses, the friendly people, and of course, the Murray river right on our doorstep.

Events like the "Dash for Cash" water-ski races, and the Jazz and Country music festival attract big crowds every year (although not 2020... due to Covid of course). No matter what time of year you choose to visit, there will be something going on in the Mildura and Sunraysia district.

Just Some Of The Things To See & Do Around Mildura

The chaffey trail.

Fishing The Murray

River Cruises

So come on over and look around... stay a few days (or weeks!) and explore some of the highlights that this region has to offer.

After a hard day taking in the sights and a meal at one of the first class restaurants down "feast street" , you can kick back and watch the sun going down over the Murray. A perfect end to a perfect day.

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For current Covid numbers in Mildura, visit the CovidLive website

For the past 2 years, most businesses around Australia had to adjust and make cancellations etc, due to constantly changing COVID requirements. While the details given on this site are for normal service (pre covid), be aware that those could change at any time, and often at short notice. We suggest you visit the Victorian govt CoronaVirus website to get up to date information regarding the current covid situation and/or requirements.

You should also visit the links of any websites facebook pages that we provide for confirmation of schedules, hours of business and so on, rather than relying on information that we give on this website. While we do our very best to give you the most up to date information possible, situations can change day to day, so please... do your own research first, before making any plans.

Stay safe everyone, and take care. Let's all do what we can to look after our friends families and the vulnerable in our community.

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15 Best Things to Do in Mildura (Australia)

The city of Mildura is at the heart of “Victoria’s Food Bowl” growing massive quantities of citrus fruit, wine grapes, avocados and wheat.

Dipping into this agriculture is all part of the Mildura experience, and there are wineries and open farms awaiting you close by.

The Murray River has always been crucial to Mildura’s fortunes, irrigating farms and helping to transport their cargo.

You can see how this massive waterway was made navigable in Mildura in the 1920s, and spend a blissful afternoon walking or riding along the city’s green riverfront.

Threading through the heart of Mildura is Feast Street, packed with places to eat and rich with Art Deco architecture .

Australia’s longest river wasn’t always easy to navigate, as it was susceptible to floods and sometimes dried up completely.

The answer for Mildura, which needed to get its citrus fruit, wine grapes, wool and grain to market, was a sophisticated and wide-ranging lock and weir system that took shape during the 1920s.

Lock 11 is a serious engineering achievement: The weir is made up of 24 steel trestles, each weighing 11 tonnes, but can be completely removed from the river during floods.

The lock is a sizeable concrete chamber, accommodating 4.5 megalitres and filled via two tunnels.

After watching a boat pass through the lock you can walk across to the relaxing parkland on Lock Island, which is accessible during daylight hours and has a perfect lookout over the weir on its south-east corner.

2. Vineyards and Wineries

More than three quarters of all the grapes grown in the State of Victoria are harvested in Mildura and its environs.

In fact many of Australia’s wineries source their grapes from this part of the country.

Traditionally, varieties like Shiraz, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay do well in Mildura’s warm Mediterranean climate, with low rainfall and lots of sunshine.

So you’ll be free to delve into a wine region that has been producing vintages since 1891. There are dozens of vineyards and cellar doors (tasting rooms) within a short trip of Mildura’s CBD, counting some of the most respected names in the industry in Australia.

The Trentham Estate for instance is only 15 minutes away and has an impossibly pretty location, right on the Murray River.

You can sample an estate-grown Shiraz, Merlot, Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Gris at the cellar door, or sit down to an elegant meal at the restaurant, with a menu incorporating Mildura’s famous fresh produce.

3. Mildura Riverfront

The Murray River guarantees complete public access along its banks.

Since 1881 the State of Victoria has stipulated that there has to be a 60-metre green strip along the south bank to safeguard against floods and erosion, but also offer a space for public recreation.

The river is a huge asset for Mildura, which in recent years has been working on a riverfront redevelopment project.

There’s a chain of parks all down the riverside, from Rio Vista in the north, through Jaycee Park and then Ornamental Lakes Park.

At the latter you can board a paddle steamer for a cruise along the Murray, but this is also the setting for the Mildura Water Play Park, a go-to on summer days for families with younger children.

There are stately mature trees, neat lawns and picnic areas all the way, peppered with indigenous sculpture and places to sip coffee and watch the river flow.

4. Australian Inland Botanic Gardens

Billed as the first semi-arid botanical garden in the Southern Hemisphere, this horticultural attraction across the Murray is where the desert literally comes to life.

There are more than 20,000 plantings here, a good half of which are scientifically labelled.

These come from all over Australia and New Zealand, but also Africa, Europe and North and South America.

Particularly compelling are the mature eucalyptus mallees, thought to be up to 2,500 years old, while the spectacular rose garden grows over 1,600 bushes in colour-coordinated patterns.

For a whirlwind tour you can take a tractor-train ride through the gardens every Saturday morning at 11:00.

5. Feast Street

Langtree Avenue has been Mildura’s main shopping and dining street since the very birth of the town.

One whole block, between Eight and Ninth Street is a pedestrian mall, while the palm and gum tree-lined stretch just north of it has the nickname Feast Street for its abundance of cafes, bars and globe-trotting line-up of restaurants.

Mildura’s warm days and balmy evenings allow for lots of outdoor seating and terraces on the footpaths, and on special occasions the entire street is closed off to road traffic.

There’s also lots of arresting old architecture on show, much of it in the Art Deco Style, like the Mildura Brewery (No. 20), which is a converted old cinema and the early-1940s T&G Building at the corner of Eight and Langtree, hard to miss for its clock tower.

6. Mungo National Park

Mildura is the closest city to what is one of the most incredible landscapes in the country, which is saying something for Australia.

A sacred meeting place for a number of Aboriginal Nations, and so tightly protected, Mungo National Park is composed of white dunes and dried-up lakebeds that look like they belong on the moon.

It was in this environment that the 40,000-year-old remains of Mungo Lady and Mungo Man were discovered, preserved by the sand and low humidity.

The park gives up new archaeological discoveries by the year.

You can get in touch with this landscape and its human and natural history at the visitor centre, learning about the once full Lake Mungo and the megafauna that lived here.

For an Aboriginal perspective you can take a guided tour, seeing ancient burial sites and fireplaces that have been here for more than 40 millennia.

7. Murray River Cruises

The locally-based tour company, Mildura Paddlesteamers maintains a fleet of three historic paddle steamers setting off for cruises on the beautiful Murray River 365 days a year.

The flagship and most active vessel is the P.S. Melbourne, built in 1912 and restored in 1965. Departing Mildura Wharf, this makes twice-daily two-hour cruises, accompanied by commentary and gliding downstream to the iconic Lock 11. This is an all-weather vessel, with heating and glazed indoor spaces, as well as a kiosk for snacks and drinks.

Also in the collection are P.V. Rothbury (1881) and P.V. Mundoo, a replica of an original from 1875, both catering to less frequent lunch, dinner and winery cruises.

8. Mildura Arts Centre

The city’s all-encompassing arts hub borders Rio Vista Park on the riverfront.

This modern building houses a 444-seat theatre for live music, plays, dance, talks and children’s fun.

Mildura’s art collection can be seen at curated rotating shows in the centre’s gallery, which also hosts travelling exhibitions.

There’s also a cafe/bar for pre-show refreshments, and the centre is bedded in a gorgeous landscaped sculpture garden.

Under the same umbrella is the nearby Rio Vista Historic House, a three-storey mansion dating back to 1889 and housing more than 1,000 period items.

The property belonged to William Benjamin Chaffey, who was key to introducing modern irrigation systems to Australia.

9. Fossey’s Ginporium and Whisky Distillery

The landmark complex, The Setts, on Eighth Street is the home of a family-owned gin distillery and tasting room.

In Fossey’s range of artisanal infused gins you’ll find imaginative creations like Christmas Pudding, Shiraz, Gin Toddy, Rose Petal, Hot Cross Bun, Rose Petal and Desert Lime, along with single malt whisky.

These draw on Mildura’s renowned, high-quality produce, which also shows up on the nibbly food menu provided by The Gourmet Chef, another local business.

The best time to come is Thursday afternoon from 14:00, when the Ginporium is open to people who want to learn the ins and outs of distilling gin and whisky.

Afterwards you can order a tasting paddle to discern the subtle differences between the different infusions.

10. Mildura Holden Motor Museum

At this private museum you can trace the history of the Holden car brand, from the late-1940s 48-215 sedan right through to the latest Statesman and Monaro models.

Something remarkable about this collection is that it all belongs to one man, Ron Morello, who opened it up to the public in 2016. There are 30+ models on show at any one time, all pristinely restored and accompanied by a timeline and memorabilia on the walls of this large converted warehouse.

Take a break at the museum’s cafe, adorned with yet more Holden artefacts and serving a menu of sweet treats, hot and cold drinks and quick bites.

11. Orange World

This working 20-hectare citrus farm invites guests onto the property for three tours each day, seven days a week.

On this informative experience, you’ll ride on a 70-seater tractor train through the orchard and avocado canopy.

Come during the picking season and Orange World will be full of activity during the rush to harvest, while around September the entire farm is abloom and a sweet fragrance lingers on the air.

Fruit and juice tasting is included in the tour, while there’s an educational talk at the nursery and a lookout tower to survey the orchard.

12. Merbein Common

This floodplain reserve rests in a meander in Murray River, a little way north-west of Mildura.

Thanks to an enormous state-wide restoration scheme, the nationally important wetlands at Merbein Common are being returned to their original splendour.

The site is also primed for outdoor recreation.

You can hike next to the river, among black box and red gum woodland, and out into open spaces to watch the waterfowl.

There’s a free campsite at the reserve, as well as a boat ramp for fishing or just exploring the wetlands at your own pace.

The river water is as clear as it gets, and you’ll be able to swim at a designated area.

13. Old Wentworth Gaol

A little way down the Murray River from Mildura there’s a remarkably preserved 19th-century gaol in the little border town of Wentworth.

This was built between 1879 and 1881, from locally fired brick, with bluestone dressings sourced almost 500 kilometres away in Malmsbury, Victoria.

The gaol served its original purpose until 1927, after which some of it became a school for a few decades.

Throughout, the basic structure and cellblock remained intact, and is now an enlightening museum painting a vivid if spooky picture of life and conditions in a colonial prison.

On a self-guided tour there’s ample information about the story of the building and Wentworth in the late-19th century, explained on mounted boards with lots of black and white photography and historic documents.

14. Woodsies Gem Shop

This outsized, family-run jewelry shop is more than its name suggests, qualifying as a worthwhile tourist attraction, especially if you’re here with your family.

To see the craft of jewelry-making firsthand, there are free grinding and cutting demonstrations daily at 11:00 and 14:00, during which you’ll discover how jewelry is cast and how precious stones are cut and polished.

In the garden Woodsies Gem Shop has a whimsical maze spread out over almost half a hectare, while a real highlight is Aladdin’s Cave, presenting the Woods family’s massive collection of gemstones, crystal and fossils, sourced from across Australia and the world.

15. Sunraysia Farmers’ Market

In a region known as “Victoria’s food bowl” you can be sure that the farmers’ markets will be out of this world.

Mildura’s market is held on the first and third Saturday of the month, 08:00 – 12:00 at Jaycee Park on the Murray River.

There you can buy world-class and seasonal fruit and vegetables, but also all sorts of other goodies like farm-raised meat, dried fruits, nuts, potted plants, herbs, wine, sauces, locally roasted coffee, olives, sourdough bread, local chocolate, natural cosmetics and flowers.

As a showcase for all this glorious produce, the market has a volunteer-run stall making delicious breakfast dishes.

Added to that you’ve got cooking demonstration, live music and all kinds of fun to keep children on board.

15 Best Things to Do in Mildura (Australia):

• Vineyards and Wineries
• Mildura Riverfront
• Australian Inland Botanic Gardens
• Feast Street
• Mungo National Park
• Murray River Cruises
• Mildura Arts Centre
• Fossey's Ginporium and Whisky Distillery
• Mildura Holden Motor Museum
• Orange World
• Merbein Common
• Old Wentworth Gaol
• Woodsies Gem Shop
• Sunraysia Farmers' Market

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Home to endless natural beauty, award-winning restaurants, exciting attractions and events, it’s no wonder the Mildura region is such a popular place to visit and experience.

The Mildura Visitor Information Centre team will help find the perfect tour, attraction, accommodation or event to suit your needs and interests. We can help plan your visit, so you have a truly memorable experience. 

For information on local accommodation, experiences, inspiration, suggested itineraries or to book in advance go to visitmildura.com.au

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Mungo National Park Tour

‍ explore the remarkable landscape of willandra.

Where nature meets heritage and untamed scenery meets today's tourism hot spot. A worthy addition to your trip of NSW, our Mungo National Park tour offers an immersive experience. “Discover Mungo” National Park day tours’ fully guided ‘Walk & Talk’ tour of the “Walls of China” caters for day-trippers and inquisitive explorers and considered the absolute tour highlight.

We offer captivating Mungo tours that unravel the journey of time, passing the timeline of past centuries into the existing landscape we visit today. Our guided tours promise to transport you into a world where the breathtaking panorama mirrors the beauty of nature and whispers of the past. Going beyond the habitual and traditional expectation of national parks, Mungo National Park stands as a testament to the ancient cultures that were thriving in Australia. The site offers an enriching, immersive escape for any visitor.

Enjoy the splendor of Mungo park under the guidance of experienced tour guides who know this unique landscape. Our Mungo guided tour experts show consummate professionalialism and have extensive experience walking the park and spend considerable time studying and acquiring an expert-level understanding of this important site.

Ancient people of the past

Join our Mungo National Park tours and learn the significance of early aboriginal discoveries and their connection to land. Experienced guides have keen eyes and are always on the lookout for ancient artifacts making exceptional finds on their daily ‘treasure’ hunts.  Immerse yourself in all aspects of the park taking in the pastoral history; the scientific discoveries as well as aboriginal culture. Delve into the secrets of Mungo as our guides share their insights into the ancient artifacts scattered across the terrain. With keen eyes and a passion for discovery, witness firsthand the tangible links between the land and its earliest inhabitants.

Our tours not only showcase the archaeological wonders but also weave together the diverse threads of Mungo's story. Immerse yourself in the park's pastoral history, tracing the footsteps of those who once called it home. Explore the scientific discoveries that have unraveled the mysteries hidden within its layers of time. Moreover, gain a profound understanding of Aboriginal culture, appreciating the deep connection between the indigenous communities and this sacred landscape.

Mungo National Park Tours ‍

Tours packaged by us for mungo.

Mungo National Park Day Tour cost includes pick-up and returns to your accommodation (in Mildura); Fully guided day out with your driver/guide being your host for the full day; Park entry fees apply which are included in your price; Morning tea (homemade) plus a detailed guided walk on the “Walls of China”.

The guided walk on the “Walls of China” , considered to be the tour highlight is only accessible with licensed accredited guides like ourselves. The walk component of the “Walk & Talk” tour is on compact sand but may have some uneven surfaces and is classified as ‘easy’.

‍ Australian Wildlife

Plenty of time is allowed for viewing of wildlife and native flora, and tours provide rare chances to stop and witness native animals in their natural habitat. Mungo National Park also hosts a variety of wildlife, whether it's catching a view of a some red kangaroos in their natural habitat or spotting a Wedge-tailed Eagle – sightings list comes complimentary with your outback tour!

Emus are in great numbers in the park and often we are seeing fathers with their chicks of all ages pecking away at seeds while wandering throughout the saltbush. Guides have keen eyes and know where to look to see Bearded Dragons perched high on Dylan Bushes or catch glimpses of the ever elusive Pink Cockatoo or Splendid Blue Wren. Harmless endangered Carpet Pythons have been spotted recently, a very special moment to capture. To experience these majestic creatures as they slowly slither across the road to safety, and into the outback bush is remarkable.

For the avid birdwatcher, Mungo is a paradise, hosting a myriad of avian species. From the elegant flight of the wedge-tailed eagle to the vibrant hues of our Pink Cockatoo, each sighting adds a burst of color to the outback palette. Whether you're an enthusiast or a casual observer, our tours provide an opportunity to appreciate the intricate interplay between flora, fauna, and the vast expanse of Mungo's unique landscape. Every moment becomes a celebration of the natural wonders that define this extraordinary corner of the Australian outback.

"Discover Mungo Day Tour"

What to expect on your trip.

Every Mungo tour begins with a 90 minute drive to the National Park. With private pick-ups from specific locations in the Mildura area, your journey will be comfortable and relaxed from the commencement of the tour. Embark on an awe-inspiring guided tour through the Mars-like outback, with landscapes of the ancient dry lakebed inside the National Park. 

Get your camera ready because the Mungo lunette, known as the 'Walls of China', is a sight you have to capture and is the absolute highlight of the tour. As these guided tours to the Walls of China are a primary attraction, we conduct a walk that is methodically set ensuring the delicate formations are preserved for future generations. Mungo National Park is a testament to the ages, with rotating dunes known as 'lunettes' capturing 40,000-years of history in their layers. 

After lunch at the picnic ground of the Visitor Centre we allow time to explore the historic wool-shed of Mungo Station, established in 1869 it is an important part of the Mungo story. Finally, at the end of your tour from the national park, our guides take you back to your local accommodation, rounding off a day of discovery and learning that you won't find anywhere else.

Whether your an adventure enthusiast who loves exploring mystical places full of natural attractions or you are in search of an unforgettable experience surrounded by history and heritage. Our Mungo National Park tours are your ultimate ticket for an unforgettable journey into Australia's vast landscapes, brimming with rich history. Mungo, a nsw national treasure, a love attraction for natural beauty, or a thirst for unique discoveries, our guided discovery tours to Mungo will meet them all.

Our comprehensive mungo drive tour traverses through the ruggedly beautiful terrain of the national park, offering a scenic and educational day-trip to mungo unlike any other. As we are dedicated towards delivering you a seamless and enjoyable tour experience, we kindly recommend our guests from Sydney, Adelaide, and Melbourne to consider scheduling your tours in advance.

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Convenient Accommodation at Mungo Lodge

For those searching for more than just a tour and a prolonged exploration of the outback and wish to extend your stay at Mungo National Park, we can sometimes provide packages that include a luxury stay at Mungo Lodge. This comfortable accommodation located adjacent to the national park means you have the option to witness the splendid views of a Mungo dawn and dusk.

Mungo Lodge is an upscale accommodation option located near the magnificent Mungo. With its stunning contemporary design, the Mungo lodge offers an immersive outback experience of Mungo without compromising on comfort and convenience. Guests can choose from a range of accommodation options - from classic Shearers Quarters to luxury cabins that blend seamlessly into the beautiful natural surroundings. 

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To protect Mungo and NSW national parks' unique ecosystems and preserve their natural beauty, certain policies and rules have been established. Visitors are requested to adhere to these guidelines: No littering or removal of any natural objects — flora or fauna. Fires are prohibited outside designated fireplaces. Mungo camping is permitted in designated areas only, and all waste must be disposed of responsibly.

Dogs or other pets are not allowed at Mungo, with a few exceptions in specific areas. The use of drones at Mungo and other aerial photography devices require a permit. These rules are in place to ensure minimal human impact, safeguarding Mungo and precious spaces for future generations. Always remember, in a national park: 'take only photographs, leave only footprints'.

Arumpo Road & Balranald Road

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We journey to the park regularly each week on the unsealed roads and are experienced in reading their constant changing of conditions. In dry conditions dust is always a major problem and as the road is shared with large haul trucks it is paramount that you stay alert to navigate sometimes difficult conditions.  On a good day most people can navigate the unsealed roads but in wet conditions roads quickly become dangerous which is when you appreciate the skilled driving of someone who knows the road inside out. Arumpo, Top Hut and Balranald roads will quickly close after rain events which make the park inaccessible.

Mungo National Park will also close if wet conditions make it unsafe to visit. We make a promise to our participants that no matter what the conditions are that if we can safely travel to the park to explore we most certainly will. We closely monitor the changing weather conditions so if any tour is at risk of not proceeding you will be notified in advance, with as much warning as possible.

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Silo Art Trail

Walpeup, julian clavijo and camilo delgado, albacutya, kitt bennett, arkona, smug, brim, guido van helten, goroke, geoffrey carran, horsham, smug, kaniva, david lee pereira, lascelles, rone, nullawil, smug, murtoa, smug, patchewollock, fintan magee, rosebery, kaff-eine, rupanyup, julia volchkova, sea lake, drapl & the zookeeper, sheep hills, adnate, st arnaud, kyle torney, plan your trip.

To travel the entire 700-kilometre Silo Art Trail loop, expect to spend several hours on the road.

We recommend staying the night at one or two of our towns and making a few days of travelling the Silo Art Trail and visiting nearby towns and attractions. Just be sure to organise your stay in advance, as it may be hard to find accommodation late at night.

From silo to silo

Once you’re in the Wimmera Mallee, the approximate drive time from one silo to the next is as follows:

Rupanyup to Sheep Hills: 25 minutes Sheep Hills to Brim: 25 minutes Brim to Rosebery: 20 minutes Rosebery to Nullawil: 1 hour Nullawil to Sea Lake: 40 minutes Sea Lake to Lascelles: 25 minutes Lascelles to Patchewollock: 35 minutes Patchewollock to Albacutya: 1 hour Albacutya to Arkona: 50 minutes Arkona to Kaniva: 55 minutes Kaniva to Goroke: 40 minutes Goroke to Horsham: 50 minutes

For more details about the area, please see the Wimmera Mallee Tourism website .

Visiting from

The Rupanyup Silo by Julia Volchkova is the closest to Melbourne. To get there, head west over the West Gate Bridge then take the Western Ring Road, towards Horsham. Rupanyup is approximately 300 kilometres from Melbourne and takes approximately 3.5 hours to reach by car.

Once you’ve visited the Horsham Silo Art by Smug, The Rupanyup silo by Julia Volchkova is the closest to Horsham. To get there, head east along the Wimmera Highway, via Murtoa. Rupanyup is approximately 50 kilometres from Horsham and takes approximately 30 minutes to reach by car.

The Patchewollock silo by Fintan Magee is the closest to Mildura. To get there, travel south along the Calder Highway. Patchewollock is approximately 150 kilometres from Mildura and takes around 1.5 hours to reach by car.

The Rupanyup silo by Julia Volchkova is the closest to Ballarat. To get there, head north-west along the Western Highway (M8), then onto the B210. Rupanyup is approximately 180 kilometres from Ballarat and takes roughly 2 hours to reach by car.

The Rupanyup silo by Julia Volchkova is the closest to Bendigo. To get there, head west along the Wimmera Highway (B240). Rupanyup is approximately 170 kilometres from Bendigo and takes about 2 hours to reach by car.

The Kaniva Silo by David Lee Pereira is the closest to Adelaide. To get there, head east to the Dukes Highway and follow signs to Melbourne. Kaniva is approximately 300 kilometres from Adelaide and takes approximately 3.5 hours to reach by car.

Other attractions

Georgia goodie artwork, rupanyup.

As a side project of the Silo Art Trail, Melbourne street artist Georgia Goodie painted a mural in Rupanyup, depicting a fire fighter. The mural adorns the town’s old shire office building.

Details — Old shire office building, 59 Cromie Street, Rupanyup

Shawn Lu's Mural, Beulah

Completed in 2022 by artist Shawn Lu, this mural is inspired by images of the artists’ grandmother from the 1930’s, transporting viewers into a time gone by. His signature style is idyllic and comforting, creating a piece that you could stare at for hours. The piece also blends expertly into the existing features of the bank building.

Details – Wall next to the NAB at 65/67 Phillips St, Beulah

SMUG's Mural, Dimboola

Internationally reknowned artist, SMUG, AKA Sam Bates, didn’t stop at the Arkona Silo when he was in town. SMUG painted this 20-metre-long mural in Dimboola in his typical hyper-realism style, expertly portraying a series of Mallee Emu-Wren and native flora, on the tranquil back drop of grain fields. Nestled in the back streets, it’s a real treat to find.

Details – Located along the lane linking Lochiel Street to the rear of the Dimboola Library.

Sheep Art Trail, Kaniva

You’ll never see sheep this colourful! 46 painted sheep are peppered through the town of Kaniva, with each telling their own story. The 900 metre trail will take you from the Kaniva Silo Art, to the Kaniva Wetland and Fauna park, and a bit of everything in-between. It is an excellent way to discover the town and see fantastic local art along the way.

Details – Pick up a map from the Kaniva Visitor Information Centre to find them all.

Lake Corrong Homestead, Hopetoun

Classified by the National Trust, Lake Corrong Homestead is believed to be the oldest original colonial house in the Mallee.

The homestead was built by the Mallee’s first white settler, Peter McGinnis in 1846 and has since been fully restored to its original pioneer state.

Details — 90 Evelyn Crescent, Hopetoun

Mini Silo Art Trail, Woomelang

Adding a twist to the Silo Art Trail we all know and love, is the Mini Silo Art Trail in Woomelang. This outdoor art trail features a series of eight mini silos (field bins) that have been transformed into stunning works of art by seven artists, including DVate, Kaff-eine and Andrew J Bourke, and depict endangered wildlife.

The silos are peppered throughout the town and offer visitors the chance to discover captivating pieces of art while exploring the streets of Woomelang, Victoria. Duck into any local business to pick up a map and find them all!

Wood’s Farming and Heritage Museum, Rupanyup

A local museum featuring a huge collection of farming and household memorabilia dating back to the 1920s.

You’ll find everything from old stationary engines, tractors and tools, to vintage farm and household memorabilia. Viewing is by appointment only.

Details — 109 Wimmera Highway, Rupanyup Open by appointment 0427 159 154

Little Desert National Park

Little Desert National Park is a nature lovers wonderland. The well-preserved park is a true insight into desert country. With an incredible array of native flora and fauna, you’ll travel through pure Mallee heathland, rolling sand dunes, and on to the cypress pine and casuarina woodlands in the west, whilst spotting rare and distinct bird life. Excellent for hiking, 4WDing and photographing. For an added treat, camp in the park along the Wimmera River at Horseshoe Bend and spend the night under the stars.

Details — Access via Horseshoe Bend Road, Dimboola

Wyperfeld National Park

Located in the flat, semi-arid north-western corner of Victoria, Wyperfeld is one of Australia’s most fascinating national parks.

The park is home to a string of lake beds connected by the northern extension of the Wimmera River, Outlet Creek, only filling at certain times of the year.

After heavy rain, the semi-arid landscape is transformed, with tiny desert plants sprouting to cover the ground with clusters of bright native flowers.

Details — Wyperfeld National Park, via Yaapeet Open March to November Visit website

Lake Lascelles

When it’s full of water, Lake Lascelles is a mecca for campers, walkers, swimmers, bird watchers, fishing, boating, nature and water sports enthusiasts. At the lake you’ll find gas barbeques, toilets, a playground, a boat ramp, and general picnic facilities on well-kept lawns. If you’re keen to stay awhile, you’ll find nearby accommodation in the form of cabins, a caravan park, a pub and a B&B as well as unique silo and shed accommodation.

Details — End of Austin Street, Hopetoun

The Silo Art Trail is Australia’s largest outdoor gallery, linking the Wimmera Mallee’s treasured small towns across 700km through the region.

Providing an insight into the true spirit of the Wimmera Mallee, the trail recognises and celebrates the region’s people through a series of large-scale murals painted onto grain silos, many of which date back to the 1930s. The trail has seen internationally renowned artists from Australia and across the world visit the region, meet the locals and transform each grain silo into an epic work of art, each one telling a unique story about the host location.

The Silo Art Trail was conceived after the development of the first silo artwork in Brim. What started as a small community project by the Brim Active Community Group, GrainCorp, Juddy Roller and artist, Guido van Helten, resulted in widespread international media attention and an influx of visitors to the region. From here, the original Silo Art Trail was born and continues to evolve.

The Silo Art Trail was created as a partnership between Yarriambiack Shire Council , international street art agency Juddy Roller , Victorian Government, Australian Government and GrainCorp , who donated the silos as canvases for the artists’ work.

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Mungo Lodge Sunset Tour

Departs every evening from mungo lodge, 1½ hours before sunset time.

Meet your guide at Mungo Lodge reception for an amazing experience you will never forget, our experienced guides will take you up onto the Wall of China itself and wait for sunset where the sands of time will change colour in the light, great clean light for photography.

Unearth Mungo’s ancient history home of Mungo of Man and Mungo Lady. Chasing the best sunset when there are so many lookouts at Mungo, can feel like a mammoth task but with this tour you get to experience the “best” of all of them.

The journey to the top of the Walls of China, which only allows for better views, and under the guide of an experienced guide into a restricted area of the park you’ll reach your destination for the perfect sunset shot with a stunning 360° sunset view.

Join us for an adventure you’ll never forget in the spectacular internationally renowned World Heritage Mungo National Park one of the world’s most ancient and precious cultural treasures. Our experienced local guides will take you on a journey through this beautiful land in safety, comfort and style.

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• Enjoy our abundant wildlife, with kangaroos, emu’s and birds along the way
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Florence Pugh is suited up once again and returning to the MCU filming Thunderbolts in Atlanta.

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Pugh then ran into director Jake Schreier, busy at work, who said, “I don’t even think you’re supposed to be doing this.”

“Someone is going to come rugby tackle me,” Pugh quipped.

Pugh also showed off her suit, giving Marvel fans a glimpse of what she would look like in the film.

Thunderbolts is set to premiere on May 2, 2025. Based on Marvel Comics, the Thunderbolts are a team of antiheroes and reformed supervillains.

The film’s cast includes Geraldine Viswanathan, Olga Kurylenko, Wyatt Russell, and  Hannah John-Kamen. 

After Pugh posted the video on Instagram, Selena Gomez replied, “Tell Jake I say hi!! You’re gorgeous and good luck on the film!!”

Pugh last played Yelena Belova in the Disney+ series Hawkeye .

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Padraig Harrington wins Hoag Classic Newport Beach in electric finish

Closes with back-to-back birdies for one-shot win over thongchai jaidee.

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One week removed from St. Patrick’s Day, the Irish energy remained on Padraig Harrington’s side in California.

Harrington, 52, rebounded from a potentially devastating double bogey at the 16th hole of Sunday’s final round at the Hoag Classic Newport Beach, closing with birdies on Nos. 17 and 18 at Newport Beach Country Club for his seventh career PGA TOUR Champions title. Harrington closed in 2-under 69 for a winning total of 14-under 199, one stroke clear of Thongchai Jaidee, who matched Harrington’s final-round score after trailing by one into Sunday. Miguel Angel Jiménez finished third, two back of Harrington.

Padraig Harrington makes bounce-back birdie on No. 17 at Hoag Classic

With this victory, Harrington moves from No. 31 to No. 5 on the Charles Schwab Cup standings, as he eyes his first season-long title on PGA TOUR Champions.

Harrington’s final three holes Sunday were nothing short of theatrical. After a two-putt birdie from 8 feet at the short par-5 15th, he hooked his tee shot left at the par-4 16th, forcing a chip-out and then hitting his third into a greenside bunker. It led to his second double bogey of the day (he made 5 at the par-3 fourth), moving him one back of Jaidee and Jiménez at the time.

But the Irishman’s resilience was on display as he drained a 20-foot birdie putt at the par-3 17th to draw even with Jaidee into the par-5 18th hole, one clear of Jiménez, who made bogey at 17. The Spaniard’s eagle chip at 18 checked up 20 feet shy; Jaidee’s eagle chip raced over the green, and he chipped back to a couple feet. Harrington found the greenside bunker in two shots and blasted to 8 feet, setting up a putt for the win.

Harrington’s birdie putt caught the left edge and curled into the cup, eliciting a hearty fist pump that would be a worthy addition to any Champions Tour highlights compilation.

“Throughout my career, the best thing I do is when my back’s to the wall,” Harrington said afterward. “When I have to do something, I’m at my best, and I’m at my absolute worst when I’ve got an easy shot.

“I stood on the tee shot there (on 16) … there was no trouble, and it was the easiest tee shot in the world … when I’m overconfident, I’m not great. I’m much better when I’m in trouble. That’s just my personality. I wish it was different, and sometimes it’s nice to win easy, but even after 16, I knew I was playing well, I knew I was hitting the ball well. I could finish strong.”

Padraig Harrington makes birdie on No. 15 at Hoag Classic

Harrington turned 50 in August 2021 and has quickly established himself as one of the Champions Tour’s players to beat, even though he still relishes the chance to compete on the PGA TOUR and DP World Tour (he’s headed to next week’s Texas Children’s Houston Open on TOUR, as well).

Harrington has embraced the game’s power era in recent years, staying diligent with speed training to maintain a distance advantage on the Champions Tour and also keep up with his younger peers at the game’s elite levels. In 37 career Champions Tour starts, he has recorded 21 top-five finishes; he won four times in 2022 and twice in 2023. He also made the cut in three major championships last year – the PGA Championship, U.S. Open and The Open. His process is working.

Could Harrington be on his way to another multi-win season? It’s early, but things seem to be shaping up that way.

“I thought I played really well; I drove it great all day, (just) kept leaving myself downhill putts,” Harrington said. “I was delighted there on the last hole, that it was 8 feet uphill, I said, ‘Thankfully.’ The greens really were tricky in the wind … I feel like I’m playing good. When I’m hitting the ball well, it allows me more time to go home and practice on my wedge play, because I get a lot of wedges … it’s never easy with all the wedges, but that’s for me the focus, especially out here, is just being really good with my wedges.

“This is a perfect golf course (for me) … I can open my shoulders, hit my driver most of the time, and it gave me a big advantage this week, especially in the wind today.”

Steven Alker remains atop the season-long Charles Schwab Cup standings through five events, with the top four rounded out by Stephen Ames, Joe Durant and Ricardo Gonzalez. The Champions Tour will stay in California next week for The Galleri Classic at Mission Hills Country Club in Rancho Mirage.

Kevin Prise is an associate editor for the PGA TOUR. He is on a lifelong quest to break 80 on a course that exceeds 6,000 yards and to see the Buffalo Bills win a Super Bowl. Follow Kevin Prise on Twitter .

TikTok artist replicates 21 Eras Tour stadiums where Taylor Swift has performed

SAVANNAH, Georgia — Dana Theobald sings Taylor Swift music while meticulously placing hundreds of lavender and purple rhinestones on a wooden frame engraved with “Taylor Swift The Eras Tour.”

The TikTok sensation created a model version of Singapore's National Stadium, which Swift sold out for six nights.

Lyrics from “Long Live” shine in cursive letters along the rim. One of the lines, “Remember this feeling,” is in the center. It's a sentiment Theobald reminds herself of frequently.

“I’m learning how to be present in the moment and not stress over being perfect,” the 30-year-old says. “I’m just trying to have fun. The concerts are an escape for a lot of people. For some of us, it’s one of the best nights of our lives.”

The paint and glue will take hours to dry. Theobald will set up her camera, remove the masking tape and unveil her 21st finished wooden replica of an Eras Tour stadium to the TikTok world she’s taken by storm.

“Before I was making the Eras pieces, I was making sports stadiums,” she says. Her smile shines between each sentence, and she giggles when talking about two of her passions. “I love sports, and I’m also a very big Taylor Swift fan.”

The artist grew up in Springfield, Massachusetts, and went to Boston University to play basketball before transferring to Savannah College of Art and Design. She fell in love with building models, woodworking and studying interior design and architecture. During the pandemic, she invested in herself and bought a laser printer. 

“I started building wooden maps of cities,” she says. 

Her work table is replete with dents, paint splatters and polish drippings. Organized along the back wall are jars of rhinestones, cans holding paint brushes and shelves holding 100 paint bottles.

“In 2020, my best friend asked me if I could make a Kansas City stadium for her husband and I said I would try,” she says. "It kind of just took off from there.”

Although she has completed many wooden replicas of college and professional stadiums, rugby fields and soccer pitches, she brought her craft into a whole new era — by happenstance — in 2023.

“With the Eras Tour coming to Gillette Stadium this weekend, I decided to make an art piece to pay off my pricey ticket,” she posted on TikTok . The video showed her constructing a replica of the Foxborough, Massachusetts, venue to Swift’s opening number. More than 6 million have seen it.

Mission accomplished. A fan in Boston bought the piece, and yes, it paid for her seat. Theobald and her mom watched Swift in the pouring rain.

Commenters asked her to do the tour’s next stop: MetLife Stadium … and then Soldier Field … and then Ford Field .

Twenty-one stadiums later, she is determined to replicate every sold-out venue and has the process down to a science. She starts with images from Google Earth and traces rows of seats over the complex images. The drawings take a couple of days. From there, she cuts the pieces on her laser printer and stains each panel before grabbing the wood glue and constructing a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.

The videos are mesmerizing, and viewers can see how incredibly patient — like insanely patient — Theobald is with her creations.

“The planning takes the most mental power,” she says. “The building part is less time consuming, although I have to wait for everything to dry.”

Each frame is painted in the era or aesthetic that the crafter thinks best represents the country or city. She customized Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City Chiefs colors and added the engraving, “Karma is the guy on the Chiefs coming straight home to me,” as a shoutout to Swift’s lyric change for boyfriend and Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce.

“I like following the tour and seeing how different cultures come together and celebrate their love for Taylor Swift,” Theobald says. She only creates one piece per stop. Interested buyers can email her for prices. There are two still available: Estadio Mâs Monumental in Argentina and Soldier Field in Chicago.

Swift heads to Paris on May 9 and will perform her record-shattering tour in 23 stadiums. But the number of stadiums left doesn’t stress Theobald out. 

“I try not to get overwhelmed with how much there is because at the end of the day, this is supposed to be fun and it brings me so much joy,” she says. 

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