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The Panton Store — Image credit: The Panton Store

Shopping and Markets

The Panton Store

The Panton Store is a well loved boutique retail store stocking curated practical wares for good living. Established in inner Melbourne in 2009, The Panton Store embarked a tree change in 2023 to picturesque South Gippsland. Their Toora store is now well and truly settled and open. Owned and operated by potter and retailer Shelley Panton and her husband, Arron Crombie, the store is full to the brim with pottery, books, plants, wool socks, wool throws, Merry People boots, furniture, homewares, kitchenwares, towels, body-care, baby gifts, brush-ware, wood care, garden accessories, and more. The Panton Store ships Australia wide.

Toora VIC

0.2 km away

Agnes Falls Scenic Reserve — Image credit: Visit Victoria

National Parks and Reserves

Agnes Falls Scenic Reserve

Hidden within the green, rolling hills of the Strzelecki Ranges, the meandering Agnes River cascades from a 59 metre height over rocks into a deep picturesque gorge, forming Agnes Falls. Pack a picnic and birdwatch in this protected pocket of old forest and native bushland. Grab the lead and round up your dog or lay out a blanket under tall eucalypts and enjoy your lunch as you listen to the rush of the nearby falls. Agnes Falls Scenic Reserve is home to diverse birdlife, such as honeyeaters, Grey Fantails, Currawongs, Crimson Rosellas and Kookaburras. Furry locals include wallabies and possums. Agnes Falls Scenic Reserve is part of an Aboriginal cultural landscape in the traditional Country of the Gunaikurnai Peoples. Conditions can change in parks for many reasons. Before your visit, please check the relevant park page on the Parks Victoria website for updated changes of conditions and familiarise yourself with important bushfire safety information to ensure your experience is safe and enjoyable. For information about fires, Fire Danger Ratings and Total Fire Bans, please visit Emergency Victoria's website.

Hazel Park VIC

4.9 km away

Nooramunga Marine & Coastal Parks — Image credit: Parks Victoria

National Parks and Reserves

Nooramunga Marine & Coastal Parks

Protected from the pounding surf of Bass Strait by barrier islands, the quiet waters of Nooramunga Marine and Coastal Park create an intricate network of waterways and islands, framed by the majesty of Wilsons Promontory. The park consists of shallow marine waters, isolated granite islands, intertidal mudflats and a complex of over 40 sand barrier islands. Nooramunga's islands provide sheltered waters for anglers. Try your luck fishing for Snapper, King George Whiting, flathead, garfish and Australian Salmon from the surf beaches of the barrier islands or by boat within the sheltered waters of the inlet. Enjoy bush camping on the sand barrier islands. Before you go Conditions can change in parks for many reasons. For the latest information on changes to local conditions, please visit the relevant park page on the Parks Victoria website. Be bushfire ready in the great outdoors. Refer to the Bushfire Safety section on the Parks Victoria website for tips on how to stay safe.

Yanakie VIC

7.9 km away

Rosie Lyons Studio — Image credit: Rosie Lyons Studio

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Rosie Lyons Studio: Gallery, Secondhand Bookshop and Cafe

Rosie Lyons Studio boasts a fine collection of South Gippsland local artists exhibits and collections for sale. It is also a popular local waterhole, offering the best coffee in town with light snacks and a riveting collection of second hand books. Located at the gateway to Port Welshpool and Wilsons Prom, Rosie Lyons Studio is a must-see on a visit to the South Gippsland region. The gallery has only recently opened and collaborates with local artists to provide a fine collection of local exhibitions showcased in a fresh welcoming space that thoughtfully created to complement the collections. There is an emphasis on themes of nature, sea and marine life boasting an eclectic collection of local artists from the region. Mediums include pyrography, etchings, lino print and much more. Groups are also catered for with special packages available that include hands-on participation where they can complete a lino printing class and leave with locally inspired print (occasionally enjoyed with wine and cheese as requested). There is an exhibition space that can be hired by local artists or travelling galleries to the region. Rosie Lyons Studio is accessible by bus, by car or for those adventuring via bycicle on the Gippsland Rail Trail. The shop has Wi-Fi and toilet facilities.

Welshpool VIC

9.9 km away

Shallow Inlet Marine and Coastal Park

National Parks and Reserves

Shallow Inlet Marine and Coastal Park

Nestled between Waratah Bay and the majestic peaks of Wilsons Promontory, the sheltered waters of Shallow Inlet provide a secluded and peaceful setting for a range of water based activities such as fishing, boating and sailboarding. Before you go Conditions can change in parks for many reasons. For the latest information on changes to local conditions, please visit the relevant park page on the Parks Victoria website. Be bushfire ready in the great outdoors. Refer to the Bushfire Safety section on the Parks Victoria website for tips on how to stay safe.

Sandy Point VIC

22 km away

Corner Inlet Marine National Park — Image credit: Parks Victoria

National Parks and Reserves

Corner Inlet Marine National Park

Tucked behind the northern end of Wilsons Promontory, Corner Inlet Marine National Park spans 1,150 hectares within the sheltered, warm waters of Corner Inlet, Victoria's most easterly large embayment. The park has two sections divided by a channel, with a Granite Island to the north and Bennison Island to the south. Its habitats range from deep channels and vast seagrass beds to tidal sand and mudflats, sandy beaches, rocky reefs, mangroves and saltmarsh. The park offers excellent recreation, with its calm waters being ideal for boating, sailing, canoeing and kayaking. Beneath the surface, snorkellers and divers can explore thriving seagrass communities and abundant marine life. The Corner Inlet Marine National Park protects rich seafloor communities rarely found elsewhere in the state. Among the seagrass live large crabs, colourful sea stars, sea snails, tiny squid and fish such as Pipefish, Stingarees, Flathead, Whiting and Flounder. The park is also vital for migratory wader birds, supporting around 20 per cent of Victoria's total population. It forms part of the internationally recognised Corner Inlet Ramsar Site on the East Asian–Australasian Flyway. Before you go check the Parks Victoria website for the latest change to conditions and information concerning bushfire safety.

Yanakie VIC

22 km away

Stony Creek Go Karts

Amusement and Theme Parks

Stony Creek Go Karts

Established 2008, Stony Creek Go Karts has been a staple of Gippsland tourism for over a decade. A venue for individuals, parties and groups of up to 100 people. Stony Creek Go Karts has something to offer for everyone. Stony Creek Go Karts is Victoria's only track to hire out karts while offering facilities to bring your own. Letting customers enjoy the sights of thrilling, professional-level motorsport before getting behind the wheel of their Sodi RT8 hire karts. These Go Karts are powerful enough to challenge the most experienced drivers while tuning makes them comfortable for children and first time karters. For those not wishing to lap the track, there are 4D motion simulators to test your skills and experience the thrill of driving fast. This terrific new entertainment venue with its on-site licensed café and bar, and other game facilities on site, is conveniently located on the South Gippsland Highway approximately 130 kilometres south east of Melbourne, Victoria.

Stony Creek VIC

26 km away

Shop interior featuring many colourful itema on display

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Meeniyan Art Gallery

The Meeniyan Art Gallery is situated in the vibrant main street of the popular tourist destination of Meeniyan. Located in the rolling green hills of Southern Gippsland Victoria and only 1.5 hours from Melbourne, Meeniyan is a thriving small town with a wide variety of eateries. In March the town stages the Garlic Festival. Meeniyan Art Gallery, a community gallery managed and staffed by volunteers, consists of three display spaces of different sizes plus a shop selling unique hand made items from local artists. The exhibition spaces change monthly and the gallery encourages all art forms from local and other artists. We encourage photography, 3D media, textile art, mixed media in addition to the various painting techniques and styles. The aim of the gallery is for people to embrace arts and culture as an important aspect of their life.

Meeniyan VIC

29 km away

Christopher Robinson Walking Trail

Natural Attractions

Christopher Robinson Walking Trail

Port Albert is home to a great walk along the foreshore, the Christopher Robinson walk, named after a prominent Greenpeace activist who lived in the area. The walk runs along the waters edge from Port Albert to Seabank Caravan Park. An easy track for those that enjoy a bit more distance in their walks. This sheltered trail takes you through a variety of vegetation while being only metres from the beach. Information signs and rest points along the way make this an enjoyable walk for all the family. Now partially renamed to the Chris Robinson Memorial Trail after a local man who was a brave Greenpeace activist. There are interesting interpretive signs explaining the local history, Chris Robinson's life, and local flora and fauna. The track is flat and well maintained and there are great views of Wilsons Promontory in silhouette in the distance. The track winds in and out between thick tea-tree scrub and coastal mangroves. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of two hours and six minutes to complete. This trail is great for hiking and walking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Port Albert VIC

31 km away

Wilsons Promontory Marine National Park

National Parks and Reserves

Wilsons Promontory Marine National Park

Wilsons Promontory Marine National Park is a diver's paradise, featuring spectacular underwater scenery. Granite cliffs plunge below the surface and deep reefs are covered in sponges. Its small islands are home to colonies of penguins, seabirds and seals. Wilsons Promontory Marine National Park is Victoria's largest Marine Protected Area. It extends along 17 kilometres of mainland coastline and is located around the southern tip of Wilsons Promontory. The coastline here is absolutely stunning, with beautiful sandy beaches, granite mountains and cliffs with a backdrop of rugged picturesque offshore islands. Divers will experience fascinating sponge gardens which consist of a technicoloured assemblage of sponges, sea tulips, sea whips, lace corals and seafans. Octopus emerge at night whilst sharks and rays roam the sandy areas. The offshore islands support many colonies of fur seals and oceanic birds such as Little Penguins, Fairy Prions, Silver Gulls and Pacific Gulls. Conditions can change in parks for many reasons. For the latest information on changes to local conditions, please visit the relevant park page on the Parks Victoria website. Be bushfire ready in the great outdoors. Refer to the Bushfire Safety section on the Parks Victoria website for tips on how to stay safe.

Wilsons Promontory VIC

31 km away

Museum Front Entrance

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Gippsland Regional Maritime Museum Port Albert

From its Gunaikurnai origins to the arrival of European settlers in 1841 establishing a port servicing pastoralists and later the Gippsland goldfields, the rise and fall of the local fishing industry, right up to the OMEGA satellite navigation station at Woodside - all on display at the museum. The moment you enter and see the restored 1.3-metre-high lens from the Cape Liptrap lighthouse and a cannon used at the Cliffy Island Station, you know you could easily while away hours. The 1861 bank’s former vault houses a goldfields display in the very room which stored bullion from strikes at places like Omeo and Walhalla awaiting shipment from Port Albert, reputedly 1,000 ounces every week. One of the key exhibits tells the story of the loss of the CLONMEL, a timber paddle steamer wrecked near the entrance to Port Albert, along with details of 23 other ships lost nearby. You’ll be intrigued by the display of an original Breeches Buoy Rocket Lifesaving system which went into service in Port Albert in 1871, described by the Smithsonian as one of only a few intact examples to be found anywhere in the world. Outdoor exhibits include restored work boats, the original Port Albert wharf crane, anchors and the Citadel Island light, Australia’s first automatic acetylene light installed in 1913 on a rocky islet off Wilson’s Promontory.

Port Albert VIC

32 km away

Rutter Park Playground — Image credit: Wellington Shire Council

Sports and Recreation Facilities

Rutter Park Playground

This park features a horizontal rope climbing frame, skateboard suspended from three poles, birds nest swing, dual wave slides, stand-on spinner, stepping logs in a curve, swings (one with harness), lovely springers, speed-boat with steering wheel, oars and motor, an elevated pit filled with shells rather than sand, maze composed of poles and chains and a curved distorting mirror. Shelter with table, seats and barbeque, another large shelter without seats, unshaded tables and a large grassy area near the water.

Port Albert VIC

32 km away

Yarram Wetlands Park and Walking Trail

Natural Attractions

Yarram Wetlands Park and Walking Trail

The gorgeous wetlands at Yarram provide a natural backdrop to a selection of recreation activities. Within the parklands, you'll find a basketball court, exercise park and skate park. You'll also find picnic tables and terracotta steps, so you can find the perfect spot to sit back and relax. The Wetlands Walking Trail features a short 600m walk on gravel pathways that are generally flat and easily accessible for those in wheelchairs and prams. You'll find something for all members of the family to experience and enjoy at the Yarram Wetlands Park.

Yarram VIC

32 km away

Yarram Skate Park

Sports and Recreation Facilities

Yarram Skate Park

The recently completed pump track adjacent to the skate park provides a great opportunity to achieve this, but there is still a need to enhance the existing skating experience. Fun eight foot bowl this hips roll over into five foot section with loads of hips and pockets. There are also two small banks with trannies and a corner with concrete edge.

Yarram VIC

32 km away

Memorial Park Playground Yarram

Parks and Gardens

Memorial Park Playground Yarram

Two playground areas, one area has a straight slide, high scrambling wall, fireman's pole, spiral ladder, curved walkway, curved slide, inclined climber and monkey bars. Standalone slide, flying fox and swings. Large rotunda without seats. The other area which is newer has a wooden structure with high rope bridge, dual wave slides, climbing wall, vertical square rope climbing frame, fireman's pole, tunnel, ladder, walkway, steps, curved slide, speak and listen system and various ladders. There are three lovely springers, two stand-on spinners, stand-on carousel and swings. Scattered about are some lovely toadstools. Large shelter with table and a barbeque, unshaded tables, water tap, pond and grassy area.

Yarram VIC

33 km away

Ada Crossley - Mechanics' Institute Hall — Image credit: Wayne Tindall

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Yarram Street Art Trail

Discover the vibrant spirit of Yarram through its celebrated street-art experience, the Yarram Street Art Trail – HeescoTown - winner of Australia's Best Street Art Trail (twice). Set in the heart of South Gippsland, this open-air gallery features more than two dozen large-scale murals by internationally acclaimed artist Heesco Khosnaran, each one honouring local stories, pioneers, nature and aerial splashes of colour. Once a quiet rural service town, Yarram embraced this imaginative project to breathe new life into its streets following hard-times. The result is not only visually stunning but deeply connected to the land, community and history of the region. Meander down Commercial Road and into laneways, ambling from mural to mural, cappuccino in hand, discovering hidden gems and colourful corners. Awarded Australia's Best Street Art Trail in both 2020 and 2021, this is a creative destination you will want to photograph, bookmark and revisit. Whether you're a serious art-lover, curious traveller or just after a unique daytrip beyond Melbourne, the Yarram Street Art Trail blends bold contemporary art with country charm—delightfully unexpected.

Yarram VIC

33 km away

Yarram Courthouse Gallery

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Yarram Courthouse Gallery

The Yarram Courthouse Gallery is a community art space run by members of the gallery with support from staff and volunteers from Mirridong Services Inc. It is located in the renovated Courthouse, a well-known historic building in the main street of Yarram, South Gippsland. Local and regional artists can display their work, raising the profile of the artists in the community. They have regular exhibitions of visual and creative arts. The exhibition space includes professional track lighting, a security system, moveable walls and plinths, allowing for various display options. It also has toilet facilities and a kitchen area to facilitate exhibition openings. The gallery, open every day except Wednesday, shares the building with the local Information and Tourist services as well as a gift shop, both of which bring in a flow of visitors. Gallery members work with exhibitors to provide assistance in arranging exhibitions and openings.

Yarram VIC

33 km away

Yarram Historical Society

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Yarram Historical Society

The Yarram and District Historical Society has a long and distinguished history. First formed in May 1911, it was the first sub-history centre of The Royal Historical Society of Victoria to be formed in Victoria. Under the leadership of Rev. George Cox this group flourished until Rev. Cox in 1915 enlisted and went to serve in the war,the group then closed. The Society was reformed in 1964. The Society has many items of historical interest, large archives of local history, books, photographs, ephemera and other memorabilia covering the Old Alberton Shire. The records of the Yarram and District Historical Society include the areas and towns of Yarram, Alberton, Tarraville, Port Albert, Woodside, Tarra Valley, Won Wron, Macks Creek, Carrajung, Devon North, Jack River, Alberton West, Alberton East, Gelliondale, Hedley, Stacey's Bridge, Blackwarry, Balook, Baloong, Willung, Binginwarri, Willung South, Calrossie, Hiawatha, Woranga, Wonyip, Darriman and Giffard.

Yarram VIC

33 km away

Tarra Bulga National Park

National Parks and Reserves

Tarra Bulga National Park

Known for its giant Mountain Ash trees, beautiful fern gullies and ancient myrtle beeches, Tarra Bulga National Park in South Gippsland has some of the best examples of original cool temperate rainforests of the Strzelecki Ranges. Walk to the impressive Corrigan's Suspension Bridge, which stretches through the rainforest canopy, affording spectacular views of the lush fern gully on the forest floor below. There are many short to medium walking tracks in the park allowing you to enjoy the magnificent scenery. A bird lovers paradise with over 100 bird species, particularly noted for Lyrebirds and the Pilot Birds that follow them around. Choose from three picnic areas ar the Tarra Bulga National Park. The Visitor information Centre includes electric barbeques, picnic tables, picnic shelter and toiles with disabled access. Tarra Valley or Bulga, both have picnic shelters, tables and toilets. Rubbish bins are not provided in National Parks. Please take all your rubbish with you. Tarra-Bulga National Park, on Brataualung Country, is highly significant to Gunaikurnai Traditional Owners due to its remarkable Aboriginal cultural heritage. Before you go check Parks Victoria's website for local changes and park conditions. Be bushfire ready in the great outdoors and stay up to date using the Vic Emergency website.

Balook VIC

35 km away

Morwell National Park

National Parks and Reserves

Morwell National Park

Situated in the northern foothills of the Strzelecki Ranges, this park is small in size but of great value in preserving a remnant of the area's original plant and animal life. The best was to enjoy Morwell National Park is to walk through it. Fosters Gully Nature Walk provides an excellent introduction to the park. Things to do A self-guided nature walk through Fosters Gully provides the visitor with detailed information on the variety of plants and animals found in the park. Heritage Morwell National Park and surrounding area was occupied by the Woollum Woollum Clan who used the area to hunt possums for food and skins. Artefacts from these times have been found in the surrounding areas. Europeans settled here in the 1840s and cleared land for grazing. Before you go Conditions can change in parks for many reasons. For the latest information on changes to local conditions, please visit the relevant park page on the Parks Victoria website. Be bushfire ready in the great outdoors. Refer to the Bushfire Safety section on the Parks Victoria website for tips on how to stay safe.

Morwell VIC

35 km away

Tarraville Church

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Tarraville Church

The tiny town of Tarraville, located near Port Albert is notable for its early wooden Church of England - Christ Church. The building is listed on National Estate records as Victoria's second oldest timber building. The Christ Church is a rectangular timber Gothic Revival which was built in 1856 to a design by J. H. W. Pettit and George Hastings. It was reputedly the first church in Gippsland and is a rare surviving example of drop slab construction, with the building being constructed without the use of nails. In recent times it has been painted blue and cream.

Tarraville VIC

36 km away

Leongatha Art and Craft Gallery — Image credit: Leongatha Gallery

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Leongatha Art and Craft Gallery and Gift Shop

The Leongatha Gallery sells a large variety of original art and craft items, which are all created by talented local artists and crafts people from the Gippsland area. Browse through the Gallery and you will find many unique hand-crafted items, produced with traditional and modern techniques. You will find everything from jewellery and clothing to homewares and many different styles of beautiful artwork, all of which make one-of-a-kind gifts. The Gallery is staffed by volunteers and is open subject to their availability. It is closed on Sundays and public holidays. Please visit the website for location details and further information.

Leongatha VIC

39 km away

Cape Liptrap Lighthouse — Image credit: Destination Gippsland

National Parks and Reserves

Cape Liptrap Coastal Park

Stretching along the coast from the sand barrier of Point Smythe to the sheltered waters of Waratah Bay, Cape Liptrap Coastal Park has strikingly beautiful scenery. The coastal park transforms from being a peaceful coastal area to wild, windy and awe inspiring in stormy weather. Whatever the season, Cape Liptrap Coastal Park is worth exploring. Parks Victoria acknowledges the Aboriginal Traditional Owners of Victoria - including its parks and reserves. Through their cultural traditions, the Boon Wurrung, Bunurong and Gunaikurnai identify the Cape Liptrap Coastal Park as their Traditional Country. Further information is available from Aboriginal Affairs Victoria AAV and Native Title Services Victoria. Conditions can change in parks for many reasons. Before your visit, please check the relevant park page on the Parks Victoria website for updated changes of conditions and familiarise yourself with important bushfire safety information to ensure your experience is safe and enjoyable. For information about fires, Fire Danger Ratings and Total Fire Bans visit www.emergency.vic.gov.au

Tarwin Lower VIC

40 km away

Mt Oberon Summit Walk

Natural Attractions

Mt Oberon Summit Walk

Distance: 6.8 kilometres return Duration: 2 hours Grade: Level 3 - Suitable for most ages and fitness levels. Some bushwalking experience recommended. Tracks may have short steep sections, a rough surface and steps. Start and finish: Telegraph Saddle car park This is an iconic Wilsons Promontory hike showing spectacular panoramic views over the coast and offshore islands. Follow the track on a steady uphill climb to the viewing platform at the summit of Mount Oberon. See the dramatic and beautiful meeting of land and sea at the southernmost point of Australia's mainland. Even in summer months the summit can be windy, cool and clouded. Beware of unprotected cliffs.

Wilsons Promontory VIC

41 km away

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