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SThe Swan Hill region boasts a strong culture, wonderful food, a vibrant community and, of course, a bounty of local produce. Everything you need is here, surrounded by the country’s most beautiful natural asset, the Murray River. Once upon a time, the Murray River was Australia’s most important river highway. Today, the waterway is home to houseboats and paddle steamers, and is a crucial link in the irrigation system that enables farmers to overcome the vagaries of weather.

There is a special magic about rivers, and the Murray is one of the most magical of all. From its source in the Snowy Mountains to its meeting with the sea at Encounter Bay, it travels more than 2,756 kms. It is the third largest navigable river in the world, and the Swan Hill region is home to the most unspoilt natural section of it all. You can experience it through a leisurely stroll on the Swan Hill River Walk or a drive through the river forests.

The Swan Hill region is the centre of Australia’s fresh stonefruit industry where each season bares a different variety of fruit. The river provides a plethora of fresh

fish, including the famed Murray cod (in season); and throughout the region specialist growers contribute to the generous supply of local produce.

Look for the farm gate signs along the Murray Valley Highway to buy the best seasonal produce: nectarines, peaches, tomatoes, pumpkins, game such as pheasant and guinea fowl, pistachios, almonds and olives.

You can also experience the beautiful surrounds at a golf course or explore nature’s remarkable features in one of the many reserves and parks in the region. Alternatively, enjoy a Murray River cruise or a houseboat holiday, a historic paddleboat trip or discover the fantastic festivals, events, arts and many other unique family attractions the area has to offer.

Whatever the season, when you begin your exploration in the Swan Hill region you’ll find yourself in a very special part of the world.

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For more information on the Swan Hill region, please visit www.visitswanhill.com.au.

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• Cool off at the Splash Park or play a round of mini-golf at BIG4 Swan Hill.

• Visit the Swan Hill Regional Art Gallery.• View the Burke and Wills Tree on Curlewis Street.• Take a cruise on the river aboard a paddleboat and

marvel at the natural surrounds.• Visit a boutique winery. • Shop for fresh local produce, crafts and other

treasures at one of the many markets held in the region.

• Take the family to Pioneer Settlement nestled on the banks of the Marraboor River to relive the region’s fascinating past.

• Heart Beat of the Murray in the Pioneer Settlement is a world class laser show that is presented against the back drop of the river and red-gum forest depicting the story of the Murray River. Opens in November.

• Visit the Observatory, Planetarium and Glass Studio at Lake Boga.

• Go fishing at any number of great spots.• Walk through the Nyah Vinifera State Forest. • Take a drive out to the Pheasant Farm northwest of

Swan Hill to explore it’s walk-in aviary and gardens.• Slip into some comfortable shoes because Swan Hill

truly is a shopper’s paradise.

LAKE BOGA FLYING BOAT MUSEUMThe Flying Boat Museum is a Lions Club project that recognises the war effort of the Lake Boga Flying Boat Repair Depot, No1 Secret Base.Lake Boga was the No1 repair base for the Catalina where Australian, Dutch and American planes and five other f lying boats (Sunderland’s, Dornier, Martin Mariner’s, Walruses and Kingfishers) were repaired during World War II.

The base operated from 1942 through to 1945 with 1,000 personnel stationed at Lake Boga. It was decommissioned in 1946/47, and one could purchase a Catalina Flyaway for between 100 to 1,000 pounds.

A couple of members of the Lake Boga Lions Club set in motion the idea to commemorate the war effort at Lake Boga with the creation of a Flying Boat Museum. With many hands on deck, the project was hard earned taking ten years to dismantle and relocate the Catalina to its current site.

Located 15kms from Swan Hill, the museum is open 7 days a week (except for Christmas Day and Good Friday) between 9am and 4pm. Allow one to two hours for a tour which consists of a 20 minute DVD on the base.

SThe Swan Hill region is renowned for its abundance of quality local produce, so be sure to indulge your palate while you’re here.The climate and soil in the Swan Hill region are integral to producing so much quality produce. As a result, the eateries and wineries are spoilt for choice when it comes to serving up a range of sumptuous food and wine options.

The Swan Hill wine region is nestled in the heart of the Murray River. The Mediterranean weather combined with good soil conditions and irrigation from the Murray yields quality vines and grape production. The area is known for its chardonnay, cabernet sauvignon and shiraz. Other varietals popping up now include vermentino, tempranillo, sangiovese, durif and fortified wines.

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DINING OUTCafe 202 202 Beveridge Street Ph: 5032 1200Charlie Grays Restaurant 370 Campbell Street Ph: 5032 9788 Commerical Hotel 91 Campbell Street Ph: 5032 1214Hamy’ Pho 276 Campbell Street Ph: 5032 3181Java Spice 17 Beveridge Street Ph: 5033 0511Murray Downs Golf & Country Club Bistro Murray Downs Drive Ph: 5033 1422

Niko Niko 174 Campbell Street Ph: 5032 9080Quo Vadis Restaurant 255-259 Campbell Street Ph: 5032 4408Peppercorn on Campbell 396 Campbell Street Ph: 5032 4427Spoons Riverside Horseshoe Bend 125 Monash Drive Ph: 5032 2601Swan Hill Club 5-17 McCallum Street Ph: 5032 2060Swan Hill RSL 138 Curlewis Street Ph: 5032 2359

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Road Safety: You are permitted to drive on a current out of state or overseas licence for a period of one year. If you hold an out of state or overseas driver’s licence it must be carried with you when you are driving and produced on demand to a police officer if requested.

Vehicles travel on the left-hand side of the road and the wearing of seatbelts is compulsory for all passengers. It is illegal to talk on your mobile phone while driving.

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Melbourne 338kms 3.5 hoursEchuca 156kms 1.5 hours

Mildura 218kms 2.5 hoursAlbury 392kms 4 hoursBendigo 188kms 2 hoursBallarat 306kms 3 hoursAdelaide 514kms 5.5 hoursSydney 950kms 10 hours

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SPioneerSettlementSwan Hill boasts a rich heritage of pioneer settlement extending back to the 1800s. The iconic local attraction, Pioneer Settlement, pays homage to this bygone era.A visit to Swan Hill wouldn’t be complete without a visit to Pioneer Settlement. Take a trip back in time as you meander through the settlement which showcases over 50 recreated and original buildings filled with antiques and historical artefacts. Experience what it was like for those living in the 1800s firsthand at this unique attraction.

There’s so much to see and do at Pioneer Settlement. Amble along in a horse-drawn carriage, enjoy a vintage car ride, relax while you take a river cruise aboard the PS Pyap, the choice is entirely yours.

Pioneer Settlement is open daily from 9:30am to 4pm except for Christmas Day and Boxing Day. For more information on Pioneer Settlement and entry costs, please visit www.pioneersettlement.com.au.

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Swan Hill offers sporting and leisure activities to suit all tastes and ages.The beautiful golf greens and fairways in Swan Hill are enhanced by magnificent backdrops of tranquil river views and natural bush scenes. The Murray Downs Golf Club is located along the Murray and close to the Swan HIll CBD, and features an 18-hole championship golf course. For more information, please call 5033 1427 or visit murraydownsresort.com.au/golf.html.World-class tennis courts can also be enjoyed in a superb climate whether you’re a spectator or a player. Escape the winter chills and be welcomed at the many immaculate bowling greens. Alternatively, hire some bikes and explore Swan Hill’s unique region on bike. Call Riverside Park Cafe on 5032 1494 for more information on bike hire.

The Swan Hill Leisure Centre, located on 21 Pritchard Street, is a one stop shop for all your leisure activities. Boasting a gym, indoor heated swimming pool, toddler pool and stadium, you can keep your fitness regime on track or merely enjoy the centre with the entire family. Open daily except for Christmas Day. For more information please call 5032 5222 or visit www.swanhilllc.com.au.Swan Hill abounds with adventure playgrounds for the kids and family. Try George Lay Park, Barry Steggall Park, Riverside Park and Swan Hill Skate Park.For more information on sport and leisure activities in Swan Hill, please visit www.visitswanhill.com.au.

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TrailsThe Swan Hill region has a number of walking trails that visitors can utilise to explore the picturesque surrounds.Take a stroll along the 4.5km river walk, running alongside the Murray River. You can start the walk anywhere along its length and enjoy the interpretive signage along the way.

For visitors who like history, be sure to embark on the “Now and Then” historical walk which meanders through the Swan Hill streetscapes highlighting several old buildings such as the Fire Brigade Station, Commercial Hotel and Town Hall. The walk is designed to start at the Swan Hill Railway Station and finish at Cafe Allure (the old Royal Hotel).

The Nyah Vinifera State Forest also offers bushwalking trails along the Murray River as well as within the forest itself.

For a ‘Walking and Touring Guide’, drop into the Swan Hill Region Information Centre at the corner of McCrae and Curlewis Streets.

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For more information on events, please visit www.visitswanhill.com.au.

JANUARY• SES Duck Race

• Australia Day Breakfast

• Harness Racing

• Swan Hill Speedway Titles Meeting

FEBRUARY• Harness Racing

• Murray River International Music Festival

• Country Week Tennis (bi-annual)

MARCH• Australian Inland Wine Show

• Swan Hill Region Food and Wine Festival

• Swan Hill Speedway

• Harness Racing

• Start of the Murray to Moyne Cycle from Swan Hill

• Mid Murray Amateur Golf Championships

• Tooleybuc Festival of Country Music

• Easter Pioneer Settlement

APRIL• Tooleybuc Jazz

• Swan Hill Bowls Club Easter Carnival

• Robinvale Easter Tennis Tournament

• Swan Hill Easter Tournament

MAY• Harness Racing

• Swan Hill Speedway

• Junior Motorcross Titles

• Mixed Music Festival

JUNE• Anglican Art & Craft Show

• Harness Racing

• Murray Downs Golf and Country Club June Racing Carnival

• Murray Downs Golf and Country Club Golden Putter Club

JULY• Nationals Motorcross

• Italian Festa

• Swan Hill Kart Club Race Meeting

• Harness Racing

AUGUST• Lake Boga Annual Golf Tournament

• Harness Racing

• Murray Downs Golf Masters

SEPTEMBER• Swan Hill Eisteddfod

• Tour of the Murray

• Harness Racing

• Fairfax Festival

OCTOBER• Swan Hill Agricultural and Pastoral Society Show

• Relay for Life

• Harness Racing

• Seniors Week Festival

NOVEMBER• Port to Port Bike Ride

• Harness Racing

• Christmas Party Races

• Tooleybuc Music Muster

DECEMBER• Forest of Christmas Trees

• Swan Hill Carols by Candlelight

• Harness Racing

• Swan Hill Speedway

• New Year’s Eve

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MarketsANGLICAN BOOT SALE MARKET3rd Saturday of the month, 9am – 12pm Anglican Function Centre, Splatt St, Swan Hill

KERANG COMMUNITY MARKET4th Saturday of the month, 8am – noon Atkinson Park, Kerang

KOONDROOK/BARHAM FARMERS’ MARKET3rd Sunday of the month, 9am – 1pm www.kbfarmersmarket.org

MURRABIT MARKET1st Saturday of the month, 8.30am – 1pm Gonn Avenue, Murrabit

NYAH LIONS CLUB MARKET2nd Saturday of the month, 9am – Noon Nyah Recreation Reserve, Nyah Victoria

ROBINVALE COMMUNITY GROWERS’ MARKET3rd Saturday of the month, 8.30am – 12.30pm Caix Square, Robinvale

ROTARY CLUB OF SWAN HILL MARKET3rd Sunday of the month, 9am – Noon Railway Carpark, Curlewis Street, Swan Hill

SWAN HILL FARMERS MARKET 1st Sunday of the month, 9am – 1pm (from December) Swan Hill Riverside Park, Swan Hill

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POLICESwan Hill Police Station 507 Campbell Street 5036 1600

HOSPITALSwan Hill District Health 48 Splatt Street 5033 9300

MEDICAL CENTRESSwan Hill Medical Group 56 McCrae Street 5033 1711

Tristar Medical Group Cnr McCrae & Campbell Streets 5032 2133

DENTISTSSwan Hill Dental Group 75 McCallum Street 5032 1408

Swan Hill District Health Dental Service 30 High Street 5033 9336

Stacey’s Dental Laboratory 42 High Street 5033 1788

PHARMACIESMarraboor Pharmacy 34 McCrae Street 5032 2192

Kent’s Amcal Pharmacy 202-206 Campbell Street 5032 2838

TRANSPORTSwan Hill Taxi Cabs 13 10 08

BANKS & ATMSMost bank branches & ATMs are situated along Campbell Street in Swan Hill.

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