Spirit of Tasmania, Day or Night sail?
So you have decided to visit the Apple Isle? You have decided when you want to go? You have made the decision Do I fly or Do I sail? If you have chosen the Spirit of Tasmania. Now to make the next decision. Do I choose a day sail...
Lal Lal Blast Furnace
Have you heard about the Lal Lal Blast furnace? Did you know that it is just twenty minutes out of Ballarat? It is a site which has been classified to be preserved from the National Trust. Yet most people who live in Ballarat would not know its significance. It is...
Ballarat Farmers Market
Ballarat Farmers Market Every 2nd and 4th Saturday, Wendouree Parade comes alive with Ballarat Farmer’s market. The market stalls are located between Windmill Drive and Pipers by the Lake near Lake Wendouree. The Farmers market is opposite Ballarat’s botanical gardens. A great opportunity for you to do your shopping...
Point Lonsdale to Queenscliff Walking trail.
Escape the hustle and bustle of the City with a visit to Point Lonsdale. Point Lonsdale is a beautiful seaside town just over 100kms from Melbourne. Point Lonsdale is one of the Headlands (along with Point Nepean) that frame the Rip or the heads, the only entrance for shipping...
Fairy Park – Anakie
Fairy Park – Anakie Just one hour west of Melbourne and only 60 km out of Ballarat is the magical Fairy Park in Anakie. A must-see destination for those with young children. The magical Fairy Park opened it’s doors back in 1959, most of the displays were made by...
Eclectic Tastes – Ballarat
Located in the famous Goldfields town of Ballarat is the ” Eclectic Tastes Café and Pantry ” This gorgeous cafe is the perfect place to stop for breakfast or lunch when you are exploring this beautiful goldfields town. As the name suggests the decor is a real eclectic mix,...
Scienceworks – Nitty Gritty Super City
Nitty Gritty Super City A visit to Science works would not be complete without a trip to Nitty Gritty Super City. Located upstairs this area is designed specifically for children from age 3-8 (although my 9 and 11 year old loved playing with their younger siblings their as well) There...
Scienceworks – Think Ahead
Scienceworks – Think ahead A visit to science works is not complete without a look at the Think ahead exhibit. This exhibit is available year round and allows children (and adults) to look at objects from the past, the present and what may be available in the future. These...
Scienceworks – Learning through play.
Scienceworks. Scienceworks, A revolutionary world class science museum, that opened in 1992 is the perfect place to help foster your children’s love of science, In a great fun hands on way. During the recent school holidays we decided to spend a day at science works in Spotswood Melbourne. This museum...
Ballarat Tramway Museum
Ballarat Tramway museum. A Hidden treasure of Ballarat It’s amazing you can live in a town, wander regularly around the lake but still miss this little Gem. The tramway museum located alongside Ballarat’s Botanical gardens. The tram depot at the Southern End of the Lake is home to a fascinating...