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14 Mair St, Benalla, Victoria, 3672
Email: visitor.info@benalla.vic.gov.au
Website: www.benalla.vic.gov.au/
Victoria VICINFO 9103922 Phone Number: 61 03 5762 1749
Fax Number: 61 03 5762 1749

The Benalla Visitor Centre is situated on the east bank of Lake Benalla, just across the bridge from the Benalla Art Gallery. Adjacent to the Centre is the Gaudi inspired Ceramic Mural. The Benalla Visitor Centre is staffed by local volunteers who will help to gain the most from your Benalla experience. A comprehensive range of local and regional brochures is available to help visitors make the most of their visit to the area. Help with local accommodation is also available. The building also houses the Benalla and District Pioneer and Costume Museum and The Creators Gallery. (There is an entry fee for the Museum) The Museum has an excellent display of Ned Kelly memorabilia, including the silk cummerbund Ned was wearing when he was captured in 1880 during the siege at Glenrowan. This is displayed in an original police cell that was in use during the reign of the Kelly Gang. A well produced video can be viewed as part of the Kelly display. Local son's 'Weary' Dunlop and Captain Hector "Hec" Waller are fondly remembered in a display of some of their war time items. Costumes from different eras are also exhibited. These are themed displays and are changed periodically. The Creators Gallery offers a range of quality, locally produced crafts and gifts. These include textiles, woodcraft, pottery, and hand made cards. A selection of post cards are also available. A selection of Ned Kelly, 'Weary' Dunlop and Benalla souvenirs is also available. Get the most out of your stay by making a visit to the Benalla Visitor Centre your first stop on arrival in Benalla.

6 Big Muster Drv, Dinner Plain, Victoria, 3898
Email: info@dinnerplain.com
Website: www.dinnerplain.com
Victoria VICINFO 9103952 Fax Number: 61 03 5159 6515

Dinner Plain is located at the top of Australia's Great Dividing Range, 1520meter above sea level and the snowline with a population of approximately 80 people. Its 375 kilometres North East of Melbourne on the Great Alpine Road and 10 kilometres from Mount Hotham. Dinner plain hosts events year round. Visit the information centre, staffed by local residents who know the area for things to see and do, as well as places to stay. Please visit the website for more information.

5 Adelong Road, Tumut, New South Wales, 2720
Email: tumutrvc@environment.nsw.gov.au
Website: www.tumut.nsw.gov.au
New South Wales VICINFO 9113772 Phone Number: 61 02 6947 7025
Fax Number: 61 02 6947 3752

Call into the Visitor Information Centre for information on the Tumut region and Kosciuszko National Park including the towns of Adelong, Batlow, Cabramurra and Talbingo. A large range of souvenirs, books, gifts, maps and other merchandise are available for purchase. Sit down, relax and find out all there is to see and do in the Tumut region as well as many other tourist destinations. A wide range of tourist brochures around New South Wales and other locations within Australia are also available.

36 Grant Street, Alexandra, Victoria, 3714
Email: alexvic@virtual.com.au
Website: alexandratourism.com
Victoria VICINFO 9103898 Phone Number: 61 03 5772 1100

Alexandra is a neat country town located in the foothills of the Great Dividing Range 130 kilometres north east of Melbourne. Lake Eildon National Park, The snow fields of Mt Buller and Lake Mountain, and the Upper Goulburn River are all only a short drive from Alexandra. Alexandra is home to a small number of very popular events that are gaining a national reputation. Visitors are invited to obtain a copy of the seasonal publication Murrindindi Magic which features maps and a calendar of events. Copies are available free of charge from the Information Centre. Enjoy natural attractions and wildlife as you explore the history and all Alexandra has to offer. Alexandra's history dates back to 1824 when it was discovered by Hume and Hovell. Alexandra was originally known as a gold mining town and slowly moved into the timber and agricultural areas over time. Today, Alexandra relies heavily on tourism to sustain its economy. No matter what season you visit, Alexandra and surrounds will provide you with an experience to remember and cherish. Your experience can commence by popping into the Alexandra Information Centre then visiting our unique attractions.

Kosciuszko Road, Jindabyne, New South Wales, 2627
Email: srvc@environment.nsw.gov.au
Website: www.environment.nsw.gov.au
New South Wales VICINFO 9112372 Phone Number: 61 02 6450 5600
Fax Number: 61 02 6456 1249

Snowy Region Visitor Centre is conveniently located between Jindabyne's two shopping centres on Kosciuszko Road. Information is available on Kosciuszko National Park and the Snowy Mountains Region. The centre's facilities are designed with the coach operator and customer in mind. Facilities and attractions include; Coach parking (6 bays) and a heated terminal building, toilets including an accessible toilet and baby change table, a retail outlet which stocks a large variety of quality souvenirs and gifts and a Café. A free 10 minute movie 'Kosciuszko Reflections' is screened in our 180 seat cinema in the centre. There are interpretive displays and brochures and friendly helpful staff to assist you.

3/317 High Street, Nagambie, Victoria, 3608
Email: info@strathbogie.vic.gov.au
Website: www.nagambielakesandstrathbogieranges.com.au
Victoria VICINFO 9103909 Phone Number: 61 03 5795 0000
Fax Number: 61 03 5795 3550

Within an easy 90 minute drive of Melbourne, you can be standing on the shore of one of Australia's most scenic places - Lake Nagambie - where you can go fishing, water-skiing, sailing, rowing or canoeing or indulge in award winning wines from historic wineries such as Tahbilk, Mitchelton and Plunkett Fowles or boutique vineyards such as Maygar's Hill, Longleat and Garners. Or enjoy picturesque views from the granite topped hills near Strathbogie and Violet Town, surrounded by pristine bushland. Nagambie is also home to a nationally renowned rowing and canoeing venue which regularly hosts state and national championships. Yet only 15 minutes away the Strathbogie Ranges offers a dramatic landscape with breathtaking views around every corner. Picturesque villages are dotted throughout the region with wonderful history and heritage, antiques and good food and wine a plenty. From Avenel, Euroa, Longwood, Strathbogie, Ruffy, Boho and Violet Town, each boasts their own great old pubs, beautiful gardens, art galleries, museums, antique shops, cafes and lovely old buildings. Linking the entire region is the beautiful Goulburn River and within a stone's throw visitor's can enjoy the delights of the greater Goulburn River Valley - the heart of Victoria, which includes the pretty townships of Yea, Lake Eildon, Murchison, Rushworth, Seymour, Shepparton, Tallarook and Trawool. Accommodation bookings and packages available, as well as tour bookings and activity options!

Rear of Marmalades Cafe, 20 High St, Yea, Victoria, 3717
Email: yvic@bigpond.com
Website: www.yea.com.au/tourism/index.htm
Victoria VICINFO 9104015 Phone Number: 61 03 5797 2663

Yea is a small rural community just one and a half hour's drive from the city - ideally situated for a tranquil weekend getaway. A range of accommodation includes; hotels, motels, camping and caravan park and out of town some beautiful bed and breakfast retreats. Eating in Yea is as varied as your taste could require. A feature of the town is the use of fine historical buildings as the site for fine restaurants - often combining the function of art galleries. Within the town are short walks and varied recreational activities, from the relaxing to the physically challenging for the more energetic. Moving into the surrounding area, you can explore the scenic drives and some of the most beautiful natural landscapes. These include the Murrindindi Cascades, The Valley of a Thousand Hills, the lovely Killingworth River drive and the developing wine areas in many of the surrounding valleys. One of the major events is the annual Autumn Festival. This usually runs in March. It is a day of art, craft, food, drink, market stalls and entertainment. Vintage and classic vehicles from across Victoria are on view and all participants take part in the Grand Parade.

Main St, Eildon, Victoria, 3713
Email: eildoninfo@lakeeildon.com
Website: www.lakeeildon.com
Victoria VICINFO 9104017 Phone Number: 61 03 5774 2909
Fax Number: 61 03 5774 2805

Eildon is located North of the Great Dividing Range, approximately 160km North-East of Melbourne, and is Victoria's most popular inland boating and fishing destination. Lake Eildon has a shoreline of 515 kilometres, a capacity of 2,290,000 megalitres, and a surface area twice that of Port Phillip Bay and six times Sydney Harbour! Eildon offers a variety of quality accommodation ranging from motels, hotels, holiday flats, and bed & breakfasts to caravan parks with ensuite units and camping. Eildon is the ideal place to spend time in the fresh country air, with houseboats and picnic boats available for hire. The Alliance boat ramp at the Dam Wall and a Public Ramp at Jerusalem Creek provide easy boat launching with ample parking available. Charter cruises are available all year round on the Lake, with horse riding, bush walking and 4-wheel driving becoming more popular. Fishing in Eildon is an all year sport with the Eildon Pondage and the main part of Lake Eildon available during the Closed Season. A visit to the Freshwater Discovery Centre gives an insight into the breeding of native fish and you can 'tickle a trout' in the touch tank. The disabled fishermen are catered for at the Eildon Pondage with a pier giving wheelchair access over the water. Picnic and barbecue facilities are available nearby at the Lions Rotunda and in the Shopping Centre. Annual events include a Trash and Treasure Market on Easter Saturday, the Nolan Navigation Rally (Motorcycles) in April, and the Trout River Opening Festival in September to open the Fishing Season.