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Do you need a distraction from work? Or a regular reminder to plan your holiday to Bright & Surrounds? Or are you a budding photographer wanting to show your stunning images of the High Country to the world? Our Instagram and Facebook pages share the most droolworthy images so you can dream of us all year round. You'll also want to follow our YouTube Channel for videos of local adventures, personalities, places to see and inspiring scenery.
You'll love it. What's there to lose?
When you eventually do come to visit, don't forget to hashtag #seehighcountry and the town you're in. See you when you get here.
PHOTOS TO INSPIRE
There's something about our sublime views that attract awesome photographers. Follow us on Insta and we'll share their creations with you at home.
BECAUSE EVERYONE HAS ONE
Join us for content that will make you smile in between your memes and cat videos. We keep it fresh, so you won't find this stuff on our Insta page.
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WHERE THE FUN IS AT
This is where our locals show you around, take you flying, bike riding or for a chat with a winemaker. You'll probably recognise us in the street when you get here.
OUR HASHTAGS
Don't forget to share your photos by using the hashtag #seehighcountry and the location you're in. Click below for some inspiration.
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EXPERIENCES YOU'LL LOVE
Bright Make it, Bake it, Grow it Market
Bright Market is a showcase of local producers, arts and crafts from Bright and surrounds all in one location, on the banks of the beautiful Ovens River. Food producers include fresh fruit and vegetables, trout, wineries, jams and preservers, sweets, nuts, olive oils and much more. Browse a range of local craft, jewellery, kids clothes,…
Enduro Jam
Enduro Jam offers a unique ‘jam’ format of racing, where riders have unlimited opportunities to set their fastest race time, removing the pressure of a ‘one and done’ classic race format. As an uplift-assisted enduro, racers can take full advantage of Mystic Bike Park’s epic race stages, without wasting time and energy on climbing. Each…
Myrtleford Summer Series
Summer is here and the Myrtleford Summer Series is back. Head on down to the town centre in Myrtleford to enjoy free live music in the Piazza. Showcasing local musicians through live performances, prepare to be serenaded by some truly talented artists. Umbrellas and chairs provided, or find a spot on the grass for your…
Alpine Arts Trail Open Studios
The Alpine Arts Trail Open Studios returns for its second edition across the January long weekend, inviting locals and visitors to experience the region’s premier visual arts event in the Kiewa Valley. Eight studios (featuring nine artists) will be open across the valley, with nine artists taking part in this self-guided event. Visitors are invited…
2026 Wandiligong Nut Festival
The big weekend in the littlest valley. Wandiligong Nut Festival celebrates the local growers, the end of harvest and the fabulous varieties of nuts and other fresh produce available in this cool climate region during Autumn. The only nut festival of its kind in Australia. Nestled among heritage trees and gums with Morses Creek flowing…
Dederang Picnic Races
The Dederang Picnic Races have been held annually since 1865, raising thousands of dollars for the local community through the efforts of local volunteers. The races attract spectators from all over the eastern states, maintaining its proud history and securing it’s standing as one of the premier picnic race meetings in country Victoria. There is…
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