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Saturday the 17th of July 2010 marked the return of a regular timetabled train service within the Yarra Valley. The Hon Tim Holding Minister for Tourism and Major Events, helped Bill Snell, the last train driver to drive a train from Healesville, to cut the ribbon and officially open the superbly restored Walker Rail-Motor “RM22″. Other special guests included, Margaret Howie, who travelled to school every morning on the RM22 between 1956 and 1961, (Read Margaret’s Story here) and... (more...)

Discover the scenic Yarra Valley, only one hour from Melbourne, on a guided Chillout Travel Winery Tour. Visit some of the best wineries including the famous Domaine Chandon.  “Enjoy great wine, great food & a great day out…” ... (more...)

Situated in the heart of the Yarra Valley, and a moments drive to Healesvilles’ quaint town centre, is Sunrise Cottage Bed and Breakfast. With mountain views, your private cottage is self contained with breakfast provisions and your own kitchenette, large bathroom with spa, separate luxurious queen size bedroom , and in-massage therapist (available on request). ... (more...)

Lake Mountain Resort is Melbourne’s closest and most family friendly alpine destination. It is also Australia’s Premier Cross Country Skiing Resort with over 30km of pristine trails that are ideally suited to beginners, intermediates and experts alike.  Backed up by a fantastic day lodge, a great Ski School and a designated tobogganing area for kids, the resort provides a great alpine experience for its guests. ... (more...)

On the second Saturday of every month Mont De Lancey holds a unique country market. Having around 20 stalls, it’s not on the scale of the Healesville Craft Market, however the goods on offer are top quality and the setting and atmosphere make this market well worth putting on your market list. As well as the market stalls, there’s pony rides, face painting, Blacksmiths, and wood turning.  To get a feel for what this market has to offer, watch the Web TV epsiode below, as Tania from... (more...)

An escape to the Yarra Valley that’s simply De’Vine. Nestled amongst the 35 year old vines in Victoria’s magnificent Yarra Valley is the aptly named De’Vine Escape. The vineyard studios offer 23 rooms, 3 of which are spa rooms with queen beds and ensuites. The large rooms are modern and tasteful offering peaceful views across the vineyard. Watch the video tour below as Tania talks to Jodie Philipsen from De’Vine Escape about what they have to offer visitors to the Yarra... (more...)

Gulf Station is located about an hour from Melbourne’s CBD in the Yarra Valley and is one of the oldest and most intact timber farm complexes in Australia. Built in the 1850s, the historic homestead is surrounded by many original outbuildings such as the barn, dairy, schoolhouse and butcher shop.  Join Tania, from Do The Yarra Valley for a quick video tour. ... (more...)

Think you want to be a Zoo Keeper? Then this is for you. Keeper for a Day at Healesville Sanctuary is designed as a careers program for secondary school students in years 9 and above. We joined the program and followed a group of students as they went behind the scenes at Australia’s most popular wildlife attraction. We were impressed by the quite enthusiasm of the group we spent the day with. Watch our video below to see what it’s all about. ... (more...)