Australia before the arrival of the Europeans. Up until today, no one can put an exact figure on the arrival of Aboriginal people on the Australian continent. Estimates vary widely, however, it is ...

The region around Daylesford and the Macedon Ranges is Australia's spa country. While the area is well-known for its mineral springs and world-class recreation services, you might be surprised to find...

Terrace house dwellings and factories converted into trendy homes have made Fitzroy and Collingwood areas that are desirable by young, urban people.  Also, many of the early immigrants from Europ...

Just a hop, skip and a jump from Melbourne, Geelong is Victoria’s second largest city. It’s also the gateway to the beautiful Bellarine Peninsula and the spectacular Great Ocean Road. With cute se...

Just an hour's drive from Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula juts into the Southern Ocean like an Antipodean Italy. Like its northern hemisphere counterpart, the region has a distinctly Mediterran...

Phillip Island, just 90 minutes south of Melbourne, is a wonderland of stunning white sand bays, striking rocky headlands and diverse wildlife. It’s known for the famous Penguin Parade, but that...

Port Campbell National Park is one the most famous iconic parts of the Great Ocean Road Drive see Parks Victoria for up to date information on the conditions the walks and carparks avilaible for ...

A daring vision drives the current redevelopment of the riverbank south of the Yarra: To transform Southbank into a modern leisure, dining and arts precinct – publicly demonstrating Melbourne’s pa...

In the 1800s Victoria’s gold fields bustled with prospectors from all over the globe hoping to strike it rich. The mining days are far behind, but the Goldfields region now boasts riches of a dif...

Around a three hour drive from Melbourne you’ll find the striking Grampians, a region of wildflowers and wildlife, fabulous food and wine, and some of the most incredible rock formations in the coun...

Snaking its way through some of the most spectacular landscapes in Victoria, the Great Ocean Road stretches 243 kilometres between Torquay and Warrnambool. Journeying along this winding road by car, y...

The Murray River holds a few superlatives: With 2 375 km it is Australia’s longest single river (according to re-calculations by Geoscience Australia from 2008). Along with its tributaries, the ...

The first image many might have of Victoria is vibrant, cosmopolitan Melbourne. Some know that the state boasts a spectacular coastline and that wineries are plentiful. Yet it's probably less well-kno...

After a day or two of  shopping in the city, a great escape from the hustle and bustle is a day trip to the Dandenongs and the Yarra Valley. A full day is needed to appreciate the best of what is...

The beautiful City of Melbourne  has lots to offer, both the first time tourist and the regular traveller. An ever changing spectacle of events, features and cultural activity such as wonderful la...

Our quick overview guide and links to all the Accredited Information sites of each town in the wonderfully diverse State of Victoria. Albury Wodonga Located on the mighty Murray River, the twin ...

Located north-east of Melbourne, Gippsland is one of Victoria’s most unique destinations. Famed for its fresh produce and wineries, it’s also home to stunning beaches, sparkling lakes and lush nat...

SEEN ALL YEAR ROUND All Alps species are on display at the Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve all year round.SUMMER (Dec – Jan – Feb) Bogong moths return to hibernate in summer amongst the rock crevices...

Williamstown Historic Williamstown is the perfect spot to peer over the bay to the city while indulging in some aromatic coffee and mouth-watering cake or pastry. The seaside suburb has maintained ...

The Yarra Valley is a region rich in culinary delights and stunning natural beauty. Known for its outstanding local produce and hundreds of vineyards that dot the lush, rolling hills, this is an epicu...