Healesville Sanctuary
Healesville Sanctuary is Australia's premier wildlife park, nestled in the foothills of the Yarra Valley, just an hour from Melbourne. Koalas, dingoes, kangaroos and the unique platypus are just a few of the 200 species of Australian wildlife flourishing in a beautiful bushland environment of towering gum trees and lush tree ferns.

Badger Creek Road, Healesville
Ph 03 5957 2800
www.healesvillesanctuary.com.au

Hedgend Maze
Glen gets lost in Hedgend Maze, an eight hectare property situated in Healesville that has been getting tourists lost for around 15 years. With five different species of conifer and twelve hundred metres regularly changing pathway, a special treasure hunt within the hedge maze reveals a secret message.

Glen also tests his golfing skills on their 18-hole Mini-Golf course, that's fun for all ages.

163 Albert Road, Healesville
Ph 03 5962 3636
www.hedgend.com.au

TarraWarra Museum of Art
Just over two years ago, Eva and Marc Besen opened the TarraWarra Museum of Art. Featuring works by Australian artists from 1950 onwards, the current exhibition showcases the extraordinary talents of John Young and Paul Partos.

TarraWarra Museum of Art has a commitment to making a selection of this unique collection available for the public to view throughout the year. During each annual program temporary exhibitions focusing either on particular facets of the collection, or with the collection as impetus for an examination of a wider selection of art, will be exhibited together with contemporary installations and themed exhibitions. Each year a minimum of four exhibitions will be mounted to coincide with the different seasons.

311 Healesville - Yarra Glen Road, Healesville
Ph 03 5957 3100
www.twma.com.au

Yarra Valley Dairy
Yarra Valley Dairy offers a delightful experience of fine food and wine. It's situated in the centre of a picturesque dairy farm in the heart of the Yarra Valley where you can taste some of the finest traditional Australian cheeses. The cheeses are made from goats milk or from the milk provided by the cows grazing on the pastures outside the dairy door window. You can watch cheese being made through the viewing window or taste the hand-made farmhouse cheeses along with fine wines from small single vineyards.

Enjoy the pleasure of good food and wine along with beautiful views of mountains, vineyards and pastures while the cows meander by on the way to be milked.

McMeikans Road, Yering
Ph 03 9739 0023
www.yvd.com.au

Natskin Health Spa
Dermott relaxes with a luxury spa treatment at Natskin Health Spa in Dixon Creek in the tranquil environs of the Yarra Valley. Natskin Spa Retreat offers a comprehensive range of beauty and therapeutic treatments designed to re-balance and distress, with private rooms and duo suites, water therapies for complete relaxation and well-being, and a wide range of skin and body treatments.

The experienced spa hosts can tailor a customised Natskin Retreat or program to suit your needs, be it a two-day detox; a relaxing day in which to de-stress with a loved one; a one hour massage or facial; or a combination of activity, relaxation, and Natskin's luxurious treatments.

Immerse Vineyard, 1548 Melba Highway, Dixons Creek
Ph 03 5965 2500
www.natskin.com

Fergusson Winery
The Fergusson vineyard was planted in 1968 with classic French grape varieties, including chardonnay, sauvignon blanc, pinot noir, shiraz and cabernet sauvignon. The estate has been in the same family for more than 30 years and Peter and Louise Fergusson have kept to the tradition of wining and dining.

While visiting the exquisite winery, make sure you take the time to enjoy a delicious meal from the restaurant. 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.

Wills Road, Yarra Glen
Ph 03 5965 2237
www.fergussonwinery.com.au

Mt View Estate
Mt View Estate, a 10-acre haven offering seclusion and luxury with breathtaking panoramic views, is the quintessential location for lavish events and superior accommodation. Perfect for business or pleasure, the Estate offers a unity of style, inspiration, luxury and splendour.

The all-seasons entertainment area exudes the sophistication of a resort and the intimacy of a retreat. The exotic blend of Balinese and Mediterranean design creates an atmosphere of elegance and sheer indulgence. The alfresco dining deck and leisure pavilion afford stunning views of the mountainous landscape and sit alongside the unique wet edge pool and spa (heated in winter).

150 Milners Road, Yarra Junction
Ph 0425 878 594
www.mountviewestate.com.au

Blue Lotus Farm
The Blue Lotus Farm features 14 acres of display gardens full of exotic lotus and water lilies over two lakes. Come and explore the hothouse with tropical water lilies, which includes some from Northern Australia, South East Asia, China and the spectacular Victoria Amozonica lily (giant lily) from South America.

2628 Warburton Highway, Yarra Junction
Ph 03 5967 2061
www.bluelotusfarm.com.au

Grape Grazing
The Yarra Valley Wine Growers Association is proud to be a part of the Yarra Valley Grape Grazing Festival. The Yarra Valley plays host to a weekend full of fun and frivolity. The Festival spans the Valley taking in 25 wineries, with a focus on beautifully crafted wine, superb food and the deluxe sounds of world-class musicians. Now in its 19th year, it has been attended by tens of thousands of wine connoisseurs, foodies and those just out for a good time.

www.grapegrazing.com.au

Yering Station
The team meets up at the annual Grape Grazing Festival at Victoria's first vineyard. Established in 1838, Yering Station is now one of the most exciting family owned wineries in the Yarra Valley region. This award winning property offers a varied tourism experience, including cellar door tastings and sales, a regional produce store, farmers markets, art gallery, events program and self-guided tours.

Visitors can enjoy an a la carte lunch in the Wine Bar Restaurant, which has views of the surrounding landscapes that are colourfully transformed each season. The menu is seasonal, with an emphasis on regional produce. Matt's Bar, located above the cellar door offers informal, relaxed lunches where you can savour a glass of Yering Station's award winning wine and a range of delicious food.

38 Melba Highway, Yarra Glen
Ph 03 9730 0100
www.yering.com

What's on

Anzac Day
Anzac Day unites and reforms the ranks of the wartime units as they march to the Shrine of Remembrance as a mark of respect for fallen comrades.
Where: Shrine of Remembrance
When: Tuesday 25 April. Dawn service 5:30am
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ANZAC Day blockbuster
The MCG is set for the traditional ANZAC Day blockbuster between Essendon and Collingwood. Be there to watch the two rivals battle it out.
Where: MCG
When: Tuesday 25 April
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La Plaza de Mercado
The Queen Victoria Market will host the colourful La Plaza de Mercado – a unique Latin American market within a market.
Where: Queen Victoria Market
When: Sunday 23 April
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