28/12/2025
PENOLA, SA/CASTERTON VIC, JULY-OCTOBER 2025. Penola is distinguished by its association with Saint Mary McKillop, the trailblazing teacher who established the first Josephite School in a church that remains standing. The Saint Mary McKillop Centre is a recommended destination, and Petticoat Lane, with its cobblestone paving and heritage-listed cottages from the 1800s, is another highlight. Penola's winemaking industry is also highly regarded, with Koonara being a standout. Casterton, a charming village, boasts a welcoming CMCA-hosted caravan park and Warrock Station, the heritage-listed birthplace of the Kelpie dog in Australia.
