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Domain Day is a family owned winery nestled in the most southeastern corner of the Barossa Valley. The cellar door, originally the Williamstown Institute, is one of the oldest historic buildings in Williamstown and offers visitors a unique tasting experience. With our vineyard in the higher elevation and cooler climate of Mount Crawford, we are able to produce elegant wines, rich in complexity and fruit flavours. We also offer alternative varieties new to Australia, such as Garganega, Saperavi and Lagrein, as well as our award winning classic, cool climate varieties. With over 35 years experience in winemaking in Australia and eleven other countries, proprietor and winemaker, Robin Day, can only be described as a Barossa veteran and leader within the winemaking industry. Vineyard tasting tours, master classes, group tastings and functions are available by appointment.

Dragonfly Antiques deals only with original pieces (no replicas) from Asia. Our range of furniture and accessories ages from 60 - 140 years old. Many pieces have remained in their rustic condition with some minimal restoration, where others have been restored to near new condition. In August 2008 we launched our Vietnamese Silk range. We have created many one of pieces of bedding and quilts as well as cushion covers, table runners and place mats. Whether you are looking for a feature piece or something to enhance your current décor, the variety at Dragonfly Antiques means that we will have something to compliment any style of home.

The Whispering Wall is in fact the retaining wall of the Barossa Reservoir. Built between 1899 and 1903, the dam was a revolutionary engineering feat for its day and attracted attention from all over the world, even making its way into the pages of the journal Scientific American. But what draws visitors to the Whispering Wall is its unique acoustic effects: words whispered at one side can be clearly heard at the other, more than 100 metres away. Children in particular love visiting the wall and testing its abilities. Besides trying out the Whispering Wall, visitors can also learn about the history of the construction of the dam, take in the scenery of the water reserve and enjoy the colours and sounds of the peaceful bush setting. To visit the Whispering Wall, travel to Williamstown in the Barossa Valley and follow the signposts from the main street.

Fossicking for gold, diamonds, opal, garnet and other gems is one of the more unusual recreational opportunities offered by Mount Crawford Forest. Mount Crawford Forest is in an historic mining area of the Adelaide Hills. You'll find a network of roads and trails within the forest is used extensively by bushwalkers, cyclists and horse riders, and picnicking and camping facilities are provided. Restrictions apply during summer months, and keep clear of those old mine shafts!

You know the line that appears up the sides of your mouth after a few reds? At TeAro Estate we call that the Jokers Grin. Join our family for a hosted tasting and uncover tales from the vineyard and winery. Or unwind on the deck with a 'Farmhouse' grazing platter bringing the best of the region to your plate.

Non-drinkers can explore the synergies between wine and tea through locally blended teas presented with a quirky wine spin, and kids can indulge in a 'TeAro Treat Bag'.

Taste the Barossa of tomorrow at TeAro today.

As a small family owned producer, we close between Christmas and New Year to rest and recharge. Thank you for your support.

Able Fishing Charters operates the motor vessel ‘Bacardi’ out of Gem Pier, Williamstown, Melbourne.

The Bacardi is a 35 foot custom built charter vessel and is the ideal boat to make your day or night a safe and memorable one.

The Bacardi is fitted out with everything you need to make your fishing experience a pleasure and best of all, the Skipper has an abundance of local fishing knowledge accumulated from over 15 years experience.

VoucherPrices for fishing start at $75 per head (less for kids) and includes, quality rods, reels, bait and tackle, BBQ and 4 or 5 hours out on the Bay.

Bacardi is also the ideal boat to hire for special occasions, whether its for a Birthday, Buck’s or Hen’s Party or just to take in a cruise of Port Phillip Bay or Melbourne’s rivers - Docklands and Maribrynong, the Bacardi can take up to 25 passengers.

The Captain and the crew invite you “aboard” Titanic,
the only place where your night is guaranteed to be a disaster!

Step back in time to experience shipboard life, join the comradery in Steerage, or become a millionaire in First Class! For that special occasion the luxurious Captain's Table awaits you!
Anticipation fills the air as passengers board Titanic, dinner is served and roving musicians and performers make your night even more memorable.

Titanic guarantees fine food, service and unrivalled hospitality… After all you are on board the largest, safest and most luxurious “ship” in the world!
Our cast will bring alive the fun and games enjoyed by Titanic's passengers as we are ploughing through the Atlantic.
Ice warnings are heard then the unthinkable happens! Titanic is mortally wounded, the S.O.S. is going out! Fortunately the Carpathia arrives to rescue us all! We dock safely in New York, and then it's every man for himself on the dance floor.
Survival is guaranteed and so is a good time!

Melbourne Seaplanes has been operating in Williamstown since 1997, after a lengthy process of gaining approvals from relevant authorities.

Unbeknown to many, seaplanes were operating in Williamstown as far back as the 1930s’ and during World War 11 there were permanent moorings set up by the Harbour Trust for Catalina flying boats. After the war seaplanes use dropped off as bigger landbased aircraft took over from expensive to operate seaplanes.

Melbourne Seaplanes charter is to revive seaplane flying in
Williamstown to allow Australians and overseas tourists the opportunity to view our great city skyline and surrounding bays and coastal beaches from the air. Departing from a purpose built pontoon right in Williamstown and using Hobson Bay waters as our airfield.

Melbourne Seaplanes is operated by local husband and wife team, Rod & Leonie Gunther. Rod with over 27 years flying experience is chief Pilot taking care of flying and training while Leonie manages the terminal and bookings.

Sea, swans and industry are three words that describe the location of Techno Park Studios. Nestled in a quiet Williamstown location where nature and an oil refinery meet, Techno Park Studios is about dissolving boundaries – between gallery and studio, inside and outside, nature and the built environment. This artist-initiated and -funded project is a ‘work in progress’ that encourages new and experimental approaches to environment and contemporary art practice.

Techno Park Studios is the concept of Kim Donaldson, a visual artist, curator and Lecturer in the Painting Program at the VCA School of Art, The University of Melbourne.

Formed in 1946, Williamstown Little Theatre is one of the leading non-professional theatre companies in Melbourne.

For over 60 years we have presented quality, affordable theatre to the people of Williamstown and the wider community. It is our aim to continue to do so for many years to come!

Since 1967 our home has been a converted bakery at 2-4 Albert Street, Williamstown. Our cosy auditorium holds 69 patrons and we have a fully licensed bar for your enjoyment. We have an Audio Loop for the convenience of patrons who are hearing impaired. We also have extensive wardrobe, furniture and properties departments on site.

Jawbone Marine Sanctuary, named after its shape, is located in Williamstown and protects 30ha of coastal waters. The little promontory, west of the beach at Williamstown, has been fenced off from the rest of the world for over 80 years by a coastal rifle range. This forgotten and unspoilt place is now considered a haven for coastal and marine life right next to Melbourne. Patches of all marine habitats from northern Port Phillip Bay are packed into this small area. On the west of the promontory, there is saltmarsh and the largest occurrence of mangroves within Port Phillip Bay. They also happen to be the only mangroves in Victoria which grow on a basalt coast. Offshore there are areas of fine clayey sand and patches of seagrass. The eastern side has a complete set of rocky environments. There are areas high up on the shore that only occasionally get wet from storm waves and submerged boulders and ledges that lie below the lowest tides. The soft basalt rock has weathered into smaller rocks and pools that support a full range of tidal life. In between the clay and rock lie some small sandy beaches. Before you go Conditions can change in parks for many reasons. For the latest information on changes to local conditions, please visit the relevant park page on the Parks Victoria website. Be bushfire ready in the great outdoors. Refer to the Bushfire Safety section on the Parks Victoria website for tips on how to stay safe.