Penola Coonawarra Visitor Information Centre

12/09/2026

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Let's talk markets!

The local market scene has absolutely boomed in the last 2 years. You can find one every single weekend in one of our Wattle Range towns.

From fresh local produce and homemade goods to artisan products, live music, w**e tastings, delicious food, and activities for the kids, our markets are the perfect excuse for a day out close to home while supporting local businesses and makers.

📍 Kalangadoo Farmers Market – Every Saturday
📍 Millicent Showgrounds Market – First Saturday of the month
📍 Coonawarra Community Market – First Sunday of the month
📍 Hatherleigh Makers and Growers Market – Fourth Sunday of the month
📍 Beachport Street Market – The first Saturday of the year, Easter Saturday and October Long Weekend Saturday

Whether you're hunting for a unique gift, stocking up on local produce, catching up with friends, or simply enjoying the atmosphere, there's always something new to discover.

🛒 Which Wattle Range market is your favourite?

📸Ange Winter, Jasmin Stehbens

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11/09/2026

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The forecast is looking like perfect spring weather this weekend, making it the ideal time to get outdoors and explore your own backyard. 🌞📸

Why not take your camera along and capture a few shots for the Wattle Range Photographic Competition? With cash prizes up for grabs and local bragging rights on the line, it's the perfect excuse to see the region through a different lens and uncover some of the beauty and hidden gems that make Wattle Range so special.

Entries close September 21st. https://www.wattlerange.sa.gov.au/tourism/arts-and-culture/photographicexhibition

So get out there, explore, and show us what Wattle Range looks like through your perspective!

📸 Natures Hand - Bianca Briggs
📸 Lowland Copperhead Fight - Jasper Hammat
📸 Millicent District Darts Association - Alicia O'Brian
📸 Lake McIntyre - Elizabeth Champion

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09/09/2026

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No plans this weekend? How about booking a little staycation to another town in Wattle Range?

Spend a night by the coast in Beachport or Southend, wake up among the vineyards of Penola and Coonawarra, or discover the charm of Millicent and its surrounding attractions 🍷🌿🌊

Check into a cosy cottage, oceanfront apartment, country retreat, caravan park or boutique accommodation and take the time to slow down. Enjoy a long lunch, explore local attractions, catch a sunset, and experience the region from a visitor's perspective.

The best part? No long drives, no airport queues, just a relaxing getaway close to home 🚗

Sometimes all you need is a change of scenery to feel like you’ve had a proper break and we have the best and most diverse locations to do it! ☀

Pictured - Harbourmasters Beachport **e
📸 South Australia Tourism Commission

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08/09/2026

📸 Have you entered the Wattle Range Photographic Competition yet?

Entries close 21 September, so there's still time to get your favourite shots in!

Showcase the landscapes, wildlife, people and places that make Wattle Range such a special place to live and visit, and you'll also be in the running to win some fantastic prizes.

Don't miss your chance to share your view of our amazing region. 🌿✨

📷 Capture the heart of Wattle Range
Whether it's a favourite local spot, a community event, a unique product or a special moment, your photo could help tell the story of our region.

The 2026 Wattle Range Photographic Competition is now open, with fantastic prizes available for amateur and professional photographers alike.

Plus, entries will be in the running for the Mayor's Choice Award and Overall Winner title.

👉Upload your entries today www.wattlerange.sa.gov.au/photographiccompetition

📸 We'd love to see Wattle Range through your eyes.

Any enquiries can be made at the Millicent Library and Gallery
📢 Know a talented photographer? Tag them in the comments and share this post to help spread the word.

07/09/2026

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Step back in time with a visit to Yallum Park, one of Wattle Range's most treasured heritage attractions and recently featured in the Netflix adaptation of My Brilliant Career!

This magnificent Victorian mansion is considered one of the finest and best-preserved homes of its kind in Australia. Surrounded by sprawling gardens, towering trees and picturesque grounds, Yallum Park offers a fascinating glimpse into life in the late 1800s.

Wander through the beautifully maintained homestead, explore the historic estate, and discover the stories, architecture and charm that have captivated visitors for generations. Whether you're a history lover, garden enthusiast, or simply looking for a unique day out, Yallum Park is well worth adding to your Wattle Range adventure list 🏡🌳

🏡 Guided Tours 📅 Every 4th Sunday of the month
🕚 11am & 2pm
📞 Bookings essential: 0418 854 505

📍 4325 Mount Burr Road, Penola (8km from Penola)

Have you visited Yallum Park? We'd love to hear your favourite part of the estate 👇

📸South Australian Tourism Commission

04/09/2026

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It's Father's Day tomorrow! 💙

Skip the socks and give Dad what he really wants, a day out spending time together.

Whether it's a w**e tasting, a coastal drive, a Sunday stroll, fishing trip or simply a nice lunch out, Wattle Range is full of ways to celebrate Dad close to home 💙🍷🌊🎣

Looking for something to do? The Geltwood documentary is screening at the Beachport Cinema at 2pm, with tickets just $10. Over in Penola, the Royal Oak Hotel, Prince of Wales Hotel are offering Father's Day specials and Raidis Estate have their Father's Day Pizza and Tunes!

If your business has something planned for Father's Day, let us know in the comments so we can help spread the word! 👇💙

📸Mike Haines

03/09/2026

🥐🍷 This Sunday, spoil Dad with a relaxed morning at the Coonawarra Community Market. Start the day with a delicious breakfast, enjoy a glass of Coonawarra w**e, and wander through the market stalls filled with local produce and handmade goods 😁

🥓 Start Dads Day right in Coonawarra at the market, with an Egg and Bacon Roll supporting a local charity and a tasting of profs (Majella W**es) sparkling red or Brandy!
🧺 Bring a basket because we all know tasting leads to buying the bottle plus there is so much more!
🍕 Pull up a chair and enjoy a fuss free morning for you but quality time with Dad PLUS follow it up with a locally made pizza or grab one to go thanks to Pronto Pizza
⏰ This Sunday 9-1 at the Coonawarra Community Club Hall

03/09/2026

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Did you know some of Australia's finest produce is right here on our doorstep? 🍷🦞🥩

Wattle Range is home to world-class w**e, premium Wagyu beef, and Southern Rock Lobster, making it one of the best places in the country to treat yourself to an unforgettable food experience.

Enjoy a long lunch at Ottelia in the heart of Coonawarra, indulge in the renowned Mayura Wagyu Steakhouse experience just outside Millicent, or head to The Lobster Pot in Beachport and savour fresh local seafood by the coast.

Not only that we have loads of incredible cellar doors, country pubs, cafés and bakeries, there's no shortage of delicious ways to spend a day exploring the region.

So skip the cooking, gather your favourite people, and discover why visitors travel from all over Australia to experience what we have right here at home 😍

🍷 What's your favourite food/w**e experience in Wattle Range?

📸South Australian Tourism Commission

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01/09/2026

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Have you ever visited the Tantanoola Caves?

Hidden beneath a limestone cliff, this remarkable natural wonder is believed to have been revealed by the relentless force of the Southern Ocean over thousands of years.

Join a guided introduction to learn about the cave's history and geology before exploring the impressive cavern at your own pace. One of the few wheelchair-accessible caves in Australia, Tantanoola Caves offers a memorable experience for visitors of all ages.

📍 Open daily, Princes Highway, Tantanoola
💲 Adult tickets $17.50, Children $10
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family passes available
🧒 Children under 4 enter free

Book your tour online and add this incredible natural wonder to your next Wattle Range adventure: https://www.parks.sa.gov.au/parks/tantanoola-caves-conservation-park

Have you explored the caves before? Share your favourite part below! 👇🦇✨

📸 Jack Fenby - SATC

29/08/2026

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Who's been getting out and about this winter? ❄️🌿

Pull on the gumboots, embrace the puddles, build a cubby, spot local wildlife, and explore the incredible outdoor spaces right here in Wattle Range. Sometimes the best adventures are the simplest ones.

🥾 Here is just some of the nature spots to add to your list:
• Wooley Lake, Beachport
• Mount Burr Trails, Mount Burr
• Cape Buffon Walk, Southend
• Greenrise Recreation Reserve, Penola
• Coonawarra Rail Trail, Penola/Coonawarra
• Honan Native Forest and Mint Trail, Glencoe

Fresh air, open spaces, and plenty of room to explore. Best of all, it's all right here on our doorstep and free to enjoy.

Where's your favourite place to get outdoors in Wattle Range? 👇🌿☀️