Visit Southern Grampians

17/06/2025

The Hamilton Pastoral Museum Inc bought heritage to life over a weekend in May, with engines, machinery, and memories in motion 🚜

A unique showcase of rural history and hands-on preservation, highlighting the deep connections between past and present in our region ⚒👨🏽‍🌾

Keep an eye out for details on the October Rally!

16/06/2025

Have you voted for Dunkeld?

Dunkeld is in the running to be Victoria’s Top Tiny Tourism Town 🏆🌄 We’ve made it to the finals, but now it’s up to YOU! 🙌

We. Need. Your. Vote. 🗳️

👉 Vote for Dunkeld: https://qrau.co/vc5nz6
📲 Then tag your friends, family, and anyone who’s ever said “Wow, I love Dunkeld!” 🧡👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

Love Our Region? So Do We! ❤️
While you’re voting, show some love to our south west neighbours:
📍 Warrnambool – Finalist in the Top Town category
📍 Port Fairy – Finalist in the Small Town category

Together, we’re putting the south west on the map 🗺️✨

🗳 Voting is now open and closes Friday 27 June
🎁 One lucky voter will WIN a luxury Melbourne escape for two, including:
- Two nights at Sofitel Melbourne
- $500 in dining vouchers (including Chin Chin and Yakimono)
- And more experiences

12/06/2025

The market brought a lively and welcoming atmosphere to the community in May, offering a day filled with activity, connection, and local charm 🍁🍊

We have many markets that occur in our region - creating opportunities for families to gather, showcasing the creativity and dedication of stallholders, and offering a platform for students and community groups to engage with the public in meaningful ways. 🍞🌿

Markets aren't just a great day out 🌻

11/06/2025

🍷 The Coonawarra Wine Tasting Roadshow is bringing a taste of the Limestone Coast to Hamilton!

📍 Friday 27 June | 5pm - 8pm | Hamilton Performing Arts Centre
🎟️ $69pp + booking fee– tickets must be pre-purchased!

An impressive showcase of local producers, regional flavours, and the rich winemaking heritage that puts Coonawarra on the map. A great celebration of what this region does best 🍇

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Official tourism page for the Southern Grampians region in Victoria. Join with us as we celebrate our people, our products and our places.

10/06/2025

Tiny Town, Big Heart 💛

Dunkeld is in the running to be Victoria’s Top Tiny Tourism Town 🏆🌄 We’ve made it to the finals, but now it’s up to YOU! 🙌

We. Need. Your. Vote. 🗳️

👉 Vote for Dunkeld: www.vtic.com.au/toptourismtown/2025finalists/dunkeld/
📲 Then tag your friends, family, and anyone who’s ever said “Wow, I love Dunkeld!” 🧡👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

Love Our Region? So Do We! ❤️
While you’re voting, show some love to our south west neighbours:
📍 Warrnambool – Finalist in the Top Town category
📍 Port Fairy – Finalist in the Small Town category

Together, we’re putting the south west on the map 🗺️✨

Let’s secure the win for our community – the people behind Dunkeld who are the reason it continues to shine 🌟

And don’t forget, each vote goes into the draw for a dreamy escape to Melbourne 🧳🍷🏙️

06/06/2025

Easter weekend in Balmoral began with a vibrant market full of seasonal charm 🐰

Locals and visitors enjoyed a lively mix of stalls, entertainment, and autumn sunshine - a great snapshot of community life in our region 🐣🌸

Can't wait until next Easter!

05/06/2025

🏆 BIG NEWS! Dunkeld has been announced as a finalist in the 2025 Top Tourism Town Awards – representing the Tiny Town category! 🌄

Now it’s over to YOU 💛 The final stage is public voting – and we need your support! Every vote brings Dunkeld one step closer to being crowned Victoria’s Top Tiny Tourism Town! 🙌

💻 VOTE for Dunkeld www.vtic.com.au/toptourismtown/2025finalists/dunkeld/
👉And SHARE the link with your family and friends so they can vote too

❤Love Our Region? So Do We!
While you’re voting, show some love to our neighbours:
Warrnambool – Finalist in the Top Town category
Port Fairy – Finalist in the Small Town category
Together, we’re putting the south west on the map.

💫 Plus, you’ll go into the draw to WIN a regional Victoria escape! It's that easy! 🧳🍷⛰️

05/06/2025

Heading away this long weekend?

Press PAUSE on your drive | Break up your road trip and take a STOP in the Southern Grampians region on your way home!

✅Pause for a break every 2 hours
✅Swap drivers if you can

Visit us at the Hamilton & Grampians Visitor Information Centre on your journey and find clean toilets, kids activity books, accommodations for your best mate and a comfortable space out of the weather to stretch your legs.

Open 7 Days, 9am - 5pm.

The friendly staff and volunteers can share insights and stories to help value add your time in region.

04/06/2025

In April Wannon River Campdraft showcased the best of our rural sporting culture - from skilled riders and sharp cattle work to the strong community spirit that defines our area. 🐴

Events like this highlight the character of our region - they draw visitors, give young riders a platform to grow their skills, and unite our community through a shared love of country sport.

Stay tuned for 2026 dates!

03/06/2025

🛍👗🕶 SHOPPING IN HAMILTON 👕👛🎀

Soothe the winter blues with a little retail therapy. Hamilton's retailers are warm and welcoming and would love to see you!

Have you spotted Kate and the team at Young Guns Society in their new location, 112 Gray Street? Young Guns Society stock clothing, gifts & accessories for baby to big kids. Call in and find something special for your littlest loves.

31/05/2025

🦙✨ ALPACAFEST is coming to town!

📍 Saturday 12 July | Shakespeare Street, Hamilton

Join us for a unique day celebrating some of the region’s finest alpacas! 🐾✨

🐑 Around 150 alpacas will take centre stage at this official Alpaca Halter Show
🎖️ Watch breeders and exhibitors showcase their animals as they’re judged on conformation, fibre quality, and overall health
👩‍🌾 A great opportunity to learn more about these gentle animals and the passionate people who raise them

Open to the public – whether you’re an alpaca enthusiast or just alpaca-curious, all are welcome! 🌿📸

30/05/2025

3 things you didn’t know about The Royal Mail Hotel, Dunkeld... 👀✨

🌱 1. The garden feeds the gourmet.
Their onsite kitchen garden grows over 400 varieties of produce for their award-winning restaurant, Wickens. Straight from soil to plate! 🥕🍽️

🦘 2. Your neighbours? Kangaroos.
Set on a working farm in the shadow of Mt Sturgeon, you’ll spot wallabies at dusk and stars by the million. 🌾🌌

🍷 3. Australia’s largest private wine collection lives here.
Sip your way through 30,000 bottles. Yes, really. 🍇🥂

🌄 Add mountain views, cosy fires and luxe rooms... and now you've found your next weekend Winter getaway in the Southern Grampians!