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Ballarat's famous Gravel Pits Lead

One of Ballarat's many famous deep leads is the unique Gravel Pits, which was discovered in 1853 and runs from Victoria Street right beneath Bridge Mall and Sturt Street!
Updated 16/10/2022 in Miscellaneous
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Halloween at Forest Creek, 1858

Back in 1858, at the world-renowned Forest Creek diggings, a group of Scottish puddlers held a Halloween Ball at the Red Hill Hotel in their traditional style of celebration!
Updated 14/10/2022 in History
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Great flood at Ballarat, October 1869

On Saturday the 16th of October, over 150 years ago, Ballarat experienced devastating flooding of an unbelievable nature. An unexpected rain storm hit the region, and it wasn't long before all the...
Updated 13/10/2022 in History
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10 of the best swimming spots for kids in the Victorian Goldfields

Looking for some great places to take the kids for a swim this summer? There are loads of fantastic options throughout the Victorian Goldfields! Here are some of our favourite places to take kids swim...
Updated 13/10/2022 in Places
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Hidden tunnels beneath Ballarat, Maryborough and St Arnaud

There are several towns throughout Regional Victoria which have incredible underground tunnels hiding beneath your feet! These beautiful old stone and brick tunnels are part of the towns' underground ...
Updated 13/10/2022 in Places
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Amazing views over old goldfields

There are some seriously stunning views to be found over old gold workings throughout the Victorian Goldfields! The dramatic visual effects left behind by extensive diggings, hydraulic sluicing an...
Updated 12/10/2022 in Gold
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Where to eat at Sovereign Hill

Wondering what food, treats and refreshments are available at Sovereign Hill? Check out this great list to discover all the places to eat at Ballarat's outstanding living museum.
Updated 12/10/2022 in Things to do
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Things to do in Carisbrook

Along with its rare surviving log gaol, Carisbrook is home to several fantastic parks, walks, historic buildings, and memorials for visitors to explore. Take a look through the following list to disco...
Updated 12/10/2022 in Things to do
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Bendigo gold mines

Bendigo is one of history's most incredible quartz mining goldfields, where visitors today can still see extensive remnants of the region's prosperous gold mining heritage! There are some great pla...
Updated 12/10/2022 in Gold
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Things to do in Marong

Marong is a rural township on the Calder Highway, 13 km west of Bendigo, set along the scenic Bullock Creek. The town is home to several great parks, and some fascinating historic machinery on dis...
Updated 12/10/2022 in Things to do
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Where to go gold panning in Victoria

Looking to try your luck gold panning in Victoria? Take a look through this handy list of gold-bearing creeks to get you started!
Updated 12/10/2022 in Gold
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Five beautiful swimming spots in the Victorian Goldfields

There's no shortage of amazing places to swim throughout the Victorian Goldfields, but there are a few particularly scenic spots that definitely stand out above the rest! If you like swimming benea...
Updated 09/10/2022 in Places
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Places to see poppet heads in the Victorian Goldfields

Although they were once commonplace, today poppet heads are few and far between. Luckily there are still a few places where you can go have a look at them!
Updated 09/10/2022 in Gold
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Self-guided tours of old gold mines

Interested in learning more about the fascinating gold mining history of the Victorian Goldfields? Self-guided tours are a brilliant and immersive way to do just that! Check out this list and disc...
Updated 09/10/2022 in Gold
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Nine charming historical towns to explore in the Victorian Goldfields

The Victorian Goldfields is home to a huge collection of historical towns, with charming heritage streetscapes and grand nineteenth century architecture being dominant features of the region. Many...
Updated 09/10/2022 in Miscellaneous
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Six beautiful waterfalls near Daylesford

The Daylesford region is famous as a mineral spa destination, but it really should be just as famous for it's gorgeous selection of waterfalls! There are six stunning falls to explore within around...
Updated 08/10/2022 in Places
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Seven seriously significant sites in the Victorian Goldfields

There are some seriously significant historical sites throughout the Victorian Goldfields, places where ruins, relics, monuments and more stand in testament to the region's prosperous (and sometimes d...
Updated 08/10/2022 in Gold
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Five amazing places to watch the sunset in the Victorian Goldfields

Looking for a scenic spot to relax and enjoy the sunset in the Victorian Goldfields? There are a few particularly beautiful spots that you've got to check out! Here are a few of my favourites...
Updated 07/10/2022 in Places
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40 amazing things to do in Ballarat

Ballarat is an outstanding regional city filled with grand 19th century architecture, a golden history, and an abundance of amazing things to do! This ultimate list presents the best of Ballarat, f...
Updated 03/10/2022 in Things to do
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Gold discovery sites in the Victorian Goldfields

The Victorian Goldfields region is world-famous for its enormous gold nuggets, which were consistently unearthed since the onset of the Victorian gold rush! Ever wondered where some of these renowned ...
Updated 02/10/2022 in Gold
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