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HORSHAM
Hub of The
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The Horsham Visitor
Information Centre in O'Callaghan Parade can provide information on all the
attractions in and around Horsham including The Grampians, Mount Arapiles,
The Wimmera River, Little Desert and regional touring options. You can also
pick up a local or state touring map. |
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Mount Arapiles lies to the west of Horsham. It is
well-known around the world as a top-class rock-climbing destination.
A scenic alternative route
between Horsham and South Australia takes you through Natimuk township and
past Mount Arapiles. |
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One of the
most scenic places in Victoria is the Grampians National Park. The
National Park is within an easy hour or two from Horsham.
This is
Boroka Lookout between Halls Gap and Wartook.
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Halls Gap at the foot of The Grampians is a
great place for families, and particularly for international visitors. You
will be assured of getting those 'Kangaroos in the Wild' photos; and with
some great scenery as well.. |
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The Wimmera River is a life-line of the Wimmera District.
From Mount Cole near Avoca, it flows through Horsham and disappears into the Albacutya
Lakes system on the fringe of The Big Desert. This photo is at Dimboola near
The Little Desert.
A rowing regatta has been held annually on the
river for over 120 years. In the drought year of 2006, the regatta was
unable to be held because of insufficient water level. This was the first
time in the regatta's history that the competition could not proceed due to
the condition of the river. |
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Travel Tip |
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Instead of following the Western Highway between Horsham
and Stawell, locate the the road through the old township of Glenorchy. This
road runs almost parallel to the highway for quite some distance. It may be
a bit longer to Stawell, but peace and quiet away from busy traffic is well
worth the extra time and distance.
Unfortunately Glenorchy is
an example of what is happening to small communities throughout Victoria. It
has lost its store, its hotel and even this old bakery has closed its doors
to business. |
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