PARKS GARDENS AND CEMETARIES CHUM CREEK

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Piaf Day Spa Healesville, Yarra Valley is situated approximately 1 hour from Melbourne. Set on 10 secluded acres of lush tree ferns & rainforest Piaf Day Spa Yarra Valley is located 5 mins from the Healesville township.

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Shantell Vineyard is a small vineyard and winery situated in a picturesque hillside setting at Dixons Creek, just 60 kilometres from the heart of Melbourne. Visitors are very welcome to Shantell Vineyard's modern restaurant and tasting facilities. The combination of good food, good wines and exceptional views makes sitting down for a meal almost irresistible. The outlook is stunning and the Aboriginal art collection on display on the dining room and cellar door quite unique. 'Hidden away in a lovely quiet little area among the gum trees and foothills at the northern end of the Yarra Valley, Shantell is a great place to visit. The relaxing pastel-coloured cellar door and friendly restaurant have picture windows that invite the outside in as though you are sitting among the vines, and you can enjoy the peaceful atmosphere outside in warm weather. Shantell's wines are very good too, offering consistency and high quality at fair prices. A winery worth a detour.' Ralph Kyte-Powell Established: 1980 Wine Region: Yarra Valley Winemakers: Turid and Shan Shanmugam Owners: Turid and Shan Shanmugam Cellar Door Manager - Turid Shanmugam Open: 10.30am-5pm daily Wines: Sparkling, Semillon, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz. Price: $15.00-$35.00 Food: Modern Australian with food designed to complement the wines. Functions: Up to 38 people.

The Fergusson Winery & Restaurant lies among rising hills at the northern end of the Yarra Valley. The estate has been in the same family for more than 30 years and Louise Fergusson has kept to the tradition of wining and dining in her own welcoming style. Using the finest and freshest produce the Yarra Valley has to offer, internationally trained master chef Louise Fergusson has created a diverse, provincial menu. Enjoy sensational cuisine with some of the valley's most exceptional wines. The solid timber restaurant, with its warm, Australian atmosphere, can seat up to 180 guests. The rows of gnarled vines that are a feature of the estate are some of the districts oldest. The vineyard is planted out to Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon. Tasting and cellar door sales of these outstanding wines are available. The storybook chapel is tucked away among grapevines in relaxed, rural setting. Combine gourmet delights with premium wines to celebrate, and these elements make Fergusson a stunning setting for a wedding and reception. Fergusson specialise in making a wedding day perfect. 'Planted in the early days of the Yarra renaissance of the 1970s and '80s, Fergusson Winery and Restaurant remains a welcoming destination with a pleasantly unpretentious feel. There are lots of attractions at this pretty valley winery: water hens and ducks wander the vineyards, there's a restaurant where spit-roasts are a speciality, plus a wedding chapel, conference facilities, accommodation, store and cellar door promoting some excellent regional wines. Reds are a real strength here, especially Shiraz, but general wine quality is high.' Ralph Kyte-Powell

Allinda Winery crafts elegant and characterful wines that are made from fruit of outstanding calibre grown using biological farming practices. Range includes stylish, refined examples of regional heroes such as Chardonnay and Cabernet. As well as innovative, creative wines like Podium, a sparkling Riesling; Alba Toro, new variety from Spain; and Double Picked Riesling - a fortified "white port" style. Established in 1990. The rustic cellar door is constructed of timber recycled from an 1886 wool store and offers stunning views, overlooking several vineyards. Tastings are very personal and informative. Blending tradition and technology to produce wines of distinction.

The Big Bouquet is a modern, working cut flower farm and alpaca stud located in Healesville in the heart of the Yarra Valley, only an hour from Melbourne. Take the opportunity to visit and look behind the scenes. Learn firsthand about the growing of top quality gerberas and the breeding of alpacas. A guided tour of The Big Bouquet will take you into the massive three acre glasshouse in which the gerberas are grown and will introduce you to all the aspects involved in producing these stunning cut flowers. The educational display in the visitor centre will lead you through the fascinating science of gerbera propagation and growth. Flowers, plants and seeds are available for purchase. The tour also includes an informative talk on alpacas, and an opportunity to take a close look at these friendly creatures. For visitors wanting to enter the alpaca industry there are animals for sale and ongoing support and advice is all part of the after-sale service offered by The Big Bouquet. All attractions are under cover. In the glasshouse you can enjoy the comfort of a minimum year-round temperature of 18 degrees Celsius. There is full wheelchair access to all attractions. In the gift shop you will find an extensive range of alpaca products, ranging from raw fleeces right through to luxurious garments made from alpaca fibre blended with silk. The range includes coats, scarves, wraps, jumpers, cardigans, hats, gloves, knitting yarns, blankets, socks, throw rugs, slippers etc. The shop also carries a range of locally produced culinary delights. The cafe serves light lunches, Devonshire teas, cakes and great coffees. All this accompanied by a friendly chat! For visitors preferring to take their own food, picnic facilities are available in the park and there is even a playground for the kids.

Sutherland Estate has one of the most spectacular vineyard sites in Australia. On high ground at the southern edge of the Great Divide, the cathedral ceiling cellar door and large outside deck command impressive views down the Yarra Valley and far into the distance. Birdsongs fill the air, and the highway seems far away. Cheese platters are available to accompany the estate wines that are headed by a very good Chardonnay. The Spanish origin Tempranillo planted, a rarity in the district, shows great promise.' RALPH KYTE-POWELL Sutherland Estate is a family-owned, boutique enterprise in the heart of the premium, cool climate wine growing region of the Yarra Valley. Most vineyard management is carried out by hand to ensure the highest quality fruit. This includes hand pruning, bunch thinning, leaf plucking and early morning hand-picking. The cool climate of the site (and the Yarra in general) provides a longer than usual ripening season, which in turn produces wines of varietal intensity, together with complexity and elegance. Varieties planted include Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon, with small parcels of Gewurztraminer and Tempranillo. The wines have received immediate acclaim with the first entry into James Halliday's 2005 Wine Companion. The cellar door is a relaxing, wonderful place to enjoy a glass of wine and a platter of Yarra Valley cheeses. Built onto the side of Daniel's Hill on the northern side of the property, it enjoys panoramic views across the Yarra Valley to the Dandenong's and Warburton Ranges. The cellar door is a large, graceful room with an 11m vaulted ceiling, rising to a stunning glass prism. The huge windows take advantage of the Valley's views as does the spacious wooden deck. A large, open fire warms in winter. The cellar door is available for your exclusive, private function.

Nestled in a beautiful cottage in the centre of Healesville, Silvermist Studio is both the home and gallery of Goldsmith Tim Peel. Tim, a fellow of the Gold and Silversmiths Guild of Australia, has been designing handmade jewellery for more than 20 years. He hammers, bends, forges in silver, gold and platinum around precious gemstones such as diamonds, sapphires and rubies to create something special for every important occasion. Perhaps the most special occasion of all, planning your engagement and wedding is the perfect reason to visit Silvermist Studio and have Tim design and create the ideal rings for you. Buying the engagement ring is so romantic that you should make it into a lasting memory. Why not enjoy a wonderful weekend away in Healesville with its romantic getaways and stunning food and wine. Please contact Silvermist Studio Jewellers Gallery for further information or visit their website.

De Bortoli Wines was established in the Riverina region of New South Wales in 1928, four years after the founder, Vittorio De Bortoli and his wife Giuseppina migrated to Australia from Northern Italy. Now one of Australia's largest family-owned wine companies and a proud member of Australia's First Families of Wine, De Bortoli have embraced a culture of sharing good wine, good food and good times with family and friends for more than 80 years. In 1987 Leanne De Bortoli and her husband, De Bortoli Chief Winemaker, Steve Webber, established the Yarra Valley winery and restaurant. The vision for the Yarra Valley Estate was to produce high quality cool climate wines which express the best the Yarra Valley wine region has to offer. The De Bortoli Yarra Valley Estate has gone from strength to strength, winning numerous international and national awards as well as offering an ever-changing indulgent experience for its visitors. Facilities and services offered on site: - Wine Tastings - Cheese Room, including wine and cheese matching - Contemporary Italian style restaurant catering up to 100 guests - Wedding and function facilities - Home delivery of wine within Australia and overseas - Ample car and bus parking (including disabled parking) - Landscaped gardens with picnic facilities and children's playground - Located only one hour from Melbourne, De Bortoli Winery and Restaurant is well worth a visit

Stefani Estate is a family owned boutique winery which has spectacular vineyards in both the Yarra Valley and Heathcote regions, Victoria. The wines produced have consistently received top reviews from renown Australian wine writer James Halliday described their wines as "with attitude and above average structure" within the 2012 Australia Wine Companion. Stefani Estate offers a selection of hand-crafted elegant wines from three single vineyard sites. 'The View' range includes Pinot Gris, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir from the highest vineyard site in the Yarra Valley. The more temperate 'The Gate' vineyard site produces delicious Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz and Sangiovese. From Heathcote the robust reds produced include Merlot and very popular Shiraz. All vines are hand-pruned and fruit hand-picked to ensure top quality wines are produced for the customers. Please contact Stefani Estate for more information or view their website.

Come and enjoy a Heritage Railway Ride from Healesville Station through the beautiful Yarra Valley to the 150 metre long brick tunnel on the Yarra Valley Railway. Bring your family on the 40 minute return trip. The kids will love the ride with a tunnel, the eagle's nest and possible kangaroos along the way. Before and after your trip you can relax in front of the fire with a cappuccino while the kids enjoy themselves on the extensive children's adventure play ground at the front of the station. Group bookings involve a minimum cost and should be made at least three days in advance. One ride can cater for a maximum of 40 passengers. For groups with more than 40 passengers, two trips can be made. Refreshments including soft drinks, cappuccino, tea, hot chocolate and snacks are on sale in the station kiosk. Morning and afternoon tea or salad meals can be arranged on request. Night Owls travel under the stars along the track to see the sights and hear the sounds of the valley at night. The ride returns for a meal. Ask about the Night Owl Specials, meal and ride deal. Groups only. Group bookings involve a minimum cost and should be made at least three days in advance of travel for non- scheduled days. Minimum cost of charter for groups is $350. Normal fares apply. One ride can cater for a maximum of 40 passengers. For groups with more than 40 passengers, two trips can be made. A round trip takes 40 minutes to complete. Special Events include the Heritage Festival in September, the Ghost Train in October. For all details regarding these events and new events please visit the Yarra Valley Railway website.

Healesville Sanctuary, in the heart of the Yarra Valley, is world-renowned as the best place to see Australian wildlife in their natural habitat. The Sanctuary is 30 hectares or 70 acres of bushland offers a distinctly Australian setting for visitors to experience unique close-up encounters with some of Australia's unique and endearing wildlife, including koalas, kangaroos, wombats, emus, dingoes, birds of prey and platypus. It is also an ideal place to enjoy the best food and wine the Yarra Valley has to offer. Do not miss seeing 'Spirits of the Sky', a free flight presentation featuring Australian raptors such as the Wedge Tailed Eagle, and colourful parrot species. The reptile presentation 'Fearsome to Awesome' boasts Australia's most deadly snakes in an arena show. In January 2013 Healesville Sanctuary welcomed, a world first, Platypus show! Visitors are free to explore the Australian Wildlife Health Centre a working veterinary hospital treating over 2000 orphaned, ill or injured wildlife every year. Their expert team shares the journey of animal rescue, rehabilitation and release with the Sanctuary's visitors. Healesville Sanctuary is an Australian wildlife experience that centres on local conservation and indigenous culture. Set in a beautiful natural environment, the Sanctuary offers a place for people and animals to reconnect with nature from creek to canopy. Healesville Sanctuary plays a critical role in saving some of the world's most endangered animals. Children under 15 years of age receive free entry every weekend, during Victorian school holidays and on Victorian public holidays.

The TarraWarra Museum of Art is the first privately funded, significant public visual arts museum to be set up under the Australian Government's philanthropic measures announced in March 1999. TWMA operates as a not-for-profit institution, with a charter to display Australian art from the second half of the twentieth century to the present day. Eva and Marc Besen had long dreamt of sharing their inexhaustible passion for Australian art with the people of Australia and beyond. In 1999, the first steps were taken to make this dream a reality, with the formulation of a vision for a new museum in the Yarra Valley, with its own collection of Australian art chosen from their private collection that has been lovingly assembled over the last fifty years. In 2000, an architectural competition was conducted with five of Melbourne's most outstanding architects invited to present design schemes for the museum. Allan Powell's design for this elegant building, arcing gently from the earth in concert with the contours and hues of the landscape, was chosen. This realisation of Eva and Marc Besen's vision in their gift to the public, provides a retreat from the city and an opportunity to experience three of their enduring passions, Australian modern art, architecture and the beautiful Yarra Valley landscape. 2011-2012 Exhibition Program includes: - Sandra Leveson: Paintings of Poise & Passion (6 August - 2 October 2011) - Boundary Line (6 August - 2 October 2011) - James Morrison: The Great Tasmanian Wars (6 August - 13 November 2011) - William Delafield Cook: A Survey (15 October 2011 - 12 February 2012) - Jacqueline Mitelman: Facetime (15 October 2011 - 12 February 2012) - Sam Leach: The Ecstasy of Infrastructure (19 November 2011 - 4 March 2012)

Maroondah features gardens with stands of native and exotic trees, native animals and birds and walking tracks. Its playground, lawns and cool summer shade make it a popular picnic destination in warmer months. Photograph the historic Rose Stairway which is at its best in Autumn. Enjoy azaleas and rhododendrons in full bloom in spring. During the wetter months experience the awesome force of the water tumbling over the spillway. 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.

Healesville Glass Blowing Studio is the studio of artists Tim Bassett and Tali Dalton. The studio was established in 2009 and is located in the beautiful Yarra Valley winery region of Victoria. Tim and Tali create a range of glass art from sculpture, chandeliers and custom lighting to blown glass vases, platters and bowls. Between them their work is held in several museum collections around the world including The Australian National Glass Art Collection and The Victoria and Albert museum in London. Visitors to the studio are able to watch the ancient art of glass blowing from the mezzanine viewing area in the gallery. The opportunity for a hands on experience is also offered, you can make your own paperweight or book in for a beginners glassblowing class. Whether you are looking for a unique piece of affordable art, a collectable work of art or a little memento of your visit to the Yarra Valley, the studio creates something for everyone. If you are looking for things to do in The Yarra Valley come and experience the intriguing art of glassblowing!

Lots of new vineyard planting has taken place north of Yarra Glen in recent years and standards have varied, but some new establishments feel built to last from the start. Mandala is one of them. Cutting edge architecture impresses from the highway and the stylish, quality feel of things is backed up by a professional, contemporary restaurant and cellar door. Lots of glass brings the manicured lawns and vineyards inside, and charming photos of country life add atmosphere. Mandala's wines are already first class, especially the Pinot Noir and Cabernet Sauvignon, both full of character.' Ralph Kyte-Powell Located in the picturesque Yarra Valley, Mandala Wines crafts wines with character and finesse and are designed to be enjoyed with good food in great company. With established 22 year old vines, the two family-owned and run vineyards produce varietals that excel in this region. The Cellar Door and restaurant are the heart of the Dixon's Creek property. Drop by for a tasting with the experienced and friendly cellar door staff. All current release, estate range wines are available to taste every day and on the weekends, the single site wines join the list. Neil Cunningham joined the Mandala team as head chef in late 2010. He is well known in the region for his time at the Healesville Hotel where he was awarded a Chef's Hat in two consecutive years. Neil brings a 'nose-to-tail' cooking philosophy to Mandala's ever evolving menu, which focuses on locally sourced, seasonal produce. Mandala offers a sumptuous Yarra Valley experience with wines that are true to the region and a delicious menu that sources fresh produce from the surrounding area. They capture the delights of the Valley and are waiting for you to stop by and indulge in some of life's simple pleasures.

Boat O'Craigo has one of the Yarra Valley's best located cellar doors. At the far end of Healesville en route to the high country, it sits above vines next to Graceburn River. Forested hills and mountains fill the panoramic windows, kangaroos and wild ducks fossick among the vines and magpies chortle in the trees. Excellent whites are made from Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc, elegant reds from Pinot Noir and Shiraz. Try them here with a grazing plate of local specialities, sit back and breathe the mountain air.

The ancestors of Boat O'Craigo Wines haled from the township of Craigo in Scotland. Their farm was located on the banks of the River Esk where the ferry would dock. Hence they named their farm Boat O'Craigo. Drawing from this Scottish heritage, comes Boat O'Craigo Vineyards with wines that also carry names synonymous with Scotland's history.

One of the highest altitude vineyards in the Yarra Valley, the vines lay in the foothills of the Black Spur Ranges. It is here that the cellar door is situated. Floor to ceiling views over looking the vineyard and Mt. Riddle make this a truly spectacular experience when you walk through the door.

The Kitchen is open Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 12 to 4pm. The menu is designed for you to share with companions to enable a taste of everything. Make your choice from a range of antipasto paddles and pizzas, salads and desserts matched with your favourite Boat O'Craigo wine.

Explore 20 beautiful acres of stimulating, fun filled activities to suit all ages. Hedgend Maze offers a creative environment that stimulates fun, creative thinking and shared memories. 

If you enjoy being active, run through our mazes and challenge your family and friends to unlimited Mini Golf and Frisbee Golf. Enjoy a game of trust as a partner blindfolds you and navigates you through the Native Maze. Unearth dinosaur bones in the Fossil dig. The Tangled web will test your agility. If you enjoy visual brainteasers you’ll love the rainbow maze and giant eye spy’s. 

Analyze and solve the cryptic secret message hidden inside the Famous 1.2km Hedge Maze, or perhaps you prefer to surround yourself in nature, you’ll enjoy our magnificent panoramic views of the gorgeous Yarra Valley. Bring all your family and friends and celebrate togetherness or find an intimate spot to picnic with some one special – we also have free BBQs and a rustic café on site. Experience all Hedgend has to offer, as you spend a special day out creating lasting memories with your loved ones. 

Hedgend also offer Laser Sport - a combat simulation game, for something completely different during your visit. Sessions run separately from Hedgend Maze and it is recommended you book ahead of your arrival to avoid disappointment. Laser Sport is the most realistic and advanced combat simulation skirmish to be found anywhere in Melbourne. Teams work together on planning and strategy, enabling them to achieve their aims to fulfil military missions and matches. Participants engage in a minimum of four matches over the two-hour session, spreading over different areas the Hedgend Maze property. So prepare yourself for an exciting team game using stealth, stamina and plenty of tactics to get the adrenaline pumping.

Every school holidays we deck the park out in a unique, special theme, which includes extra themed activities and unlimited access to our outdoor Laser Sport!  Hope to see you soon! 

General Addmission Costs:

Children (4-17 yrs.): $15.00
Adults (18+):  $18.00
Family Pass (4 adults/children): $60.00 (Additional family members $20 pp)
Pensioner/Concession (must display card): $15.00 
Carer (must display carer card): Free
Children Under 4: Free 

School Holiday/ Public Holiday Admission Prices:

(Includes full park access, access to extra activities and unlimited Laser Sport)
Children (4-17 yrs.): $20.00
Adults (18+): $25.00
Family Pass (4 adults/children) $80.00 (Additional family members $20 pp) 
Pensioner concession (must display card): $20.00 
Carer (must display carer card): Free
Children Under 4: Free 

Wine Compass offers private wine tours of the Yarra Valley’s best vineyards, which are fully customisable and flexible to meet your requirements. From the very first consultation, we aim to do everything possible to make the experience truly unforgettable. We have no affiliations with specific wineries, meaning we can make the wine tour exactly what you want it to be.