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Fish for Thought
At the base of Mount Feathertop, between the fresh snow-fed waters of Stony Creek and the Ovens River, is a little fishing spot where you are almost guaranteed a catch. Rainbow Trout, Golden Trout, Tiger, Brown, Brook and Cheetah Trout thrive in the cool, pristine waters, as well as Atlantic and Chinook Salmon. Beneath the…
Read MoreA new art gallery, bushwalking and a drive through history
What a beautiful month February is for a scenic drive along the Bogong High Plains Road and it’s been made all the more rewarding by the opening of a small art gallery in the historic Bogong Village. “We have always wanted to give a different voice to this village,” says Madelynne Cornish of the unique…
Read MoreBlueberry Picking Season Is Here!
The farm gates have swung open at the blueberry farms of Bright & Surrounds, with a bumper crop ready for you to hand pick these summer holidays. “It looks like we’re going to have a really good year,” said Nathan Mirt, a third-generation local farmer who has been growing blueberries since he was nine years…
Read MoreGive the gift of Bright & Surrounds
The countdown to Christmas is on and we’ve got your Christmas gift list covered with a tremendous range of experiences, dream stays and boutique shopping—all available as Gift Certificates! That’s right, you can sort your entire Christmas shopping list without leaving your seat. Plus, you’ll also be supporting regional small businesses and local producers for…
Read MoreAdventure Riding Tips from one of the Greats
As the daylight hours grow longer and the icicles melt from the mountaintops, the trails snaking across the ranges of Bright & Surrounds beckon to our adventurous spirits. Now is the season for High Country adventure riding, and for those who dare to live the dream, it may possibly be one of the best motorcycle…
Read MoreTop 10 Bloomin’ Walks
Spring has sprung in the High Country. Golden wattles line the roads and riverbeds, camellias, rhododendrons and magnolias bloom in front yards, daffodils decorate the streets, and the fruit trees are in bloom. From now through to early next year is an endless procession of flowers, with the spring blooms of the valleys giving way…
Read MoreNew Trails For Mystic MTB Park
Gravity Passes expected to sell out these school holidays! Mystic Bike Park’s new operators have been carving out some sweet new lines and plan to open new trails as we head into what’s traditionally the park’s mintiest time of year. “We have a huge trail upgrade program underway; our team are working hard to have…
Read MoreFour affordable snow holidays
It’s winter and our alpine peaks have transformed into magical snow-capped escapes that needn’t dent your hip pocket. Here, we’ve named our four most affordable snow getaways for those of you itching to experience snow without it costing an arm and a leg. 1. Mount Buffalo National Park Mount Buffalo National Park is absolutely stunning…
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