Stawell
Celebrate Easter in Stawell to cheer on the fastest in the famous Stawell Gift running race, and stay around to discover more about the town's gold rush and Aboriginal histories.
Stawell Gift
Discover Stawell's history with heritage walks or self-drive tours, or visit the Stawell Gift Hall of Fame Museum, dedicated to the famous 120-metre dash, held as part of the popular annual Easter festival and which has been run on Easter Monday since the inaugural race in 1878.
Gold mining heritage
View 1860s photographs, nineteenth century costumes, gold rush artefacts and historical documents at the Pleasant Creek Courthouse Museum. Visit the Pioneers Memorial in the Big Hill area for views of the town and gold mining heritage. Gold was discovered nearby in 1853 and continues to be found in Victoria's largest operating mine.
Fascinating rock art
Take the walk to Bunjil's Shelter – a huge rock overhang with ancient rock art depicting Bunjil, an Aboriginal spirit figure, in the nearby Black Range.
Things to do
29 Mar - 1 Apr 2013
"Experience the Gift"Come and discover the magic of one of the world's most famous and prestigious footraces. The history and romance of the...
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Do your best to avoid being designated driver as you guzzle your way through Great Western's wineries and go deep into the underground cellars.
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Discover grand and rugged mountain ranges, spectacular wildflowers and a wealth of Aboriginal rock art sites in the Grampians National Park.
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