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Moorabool

Attractions come naturally to Moorabool and so do visitors. They come to marvel at the wonders Moorabool has to offer: Wombat State Forest, Lerderderg Gorge, Werribee Gorge and come to see the galleries, have a stroll through the beautiful towns, drive along a quiet back road soaking up the beautiful countryside, hike a wilderness trail and maybe attend a festival or two. The Shire is host to an ever growing number of events and festivals throughout the year including the Blackwood Easter Woodchop Festival, the Ballan Autumn Festival, the Gordon Spring Festival, Cup Day in the Park (Bacchus Marsh), horticultural events at Yuulong Lavender Farm and the Garden of St Erth. The tourist season extends through all seasons and the district offers a wide range of accommodation.

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Northern Grampians

Set against the spectacular backdrop of the Grampians National Park and home to the world's most prestigious professional footrace the Stawell Easter Gift, over 1 million people visit the Northern Grampians each year.

Characterised by the dominant assets of Grampians, Gift, Grapes and Gold, the Northern Grampians boasts a diverse range of activities and attractions. From bushwalking, wildflower displays, 4W driving, adventure pursuits, food and wine, events, heritage attractions and aboriginal culture to the excitement of the Stawell Gift and thoroughbred racing, there is something for everyone.

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Pyrenees

The Pyrenees region is blessed with a stunning natural environment ideal for hiking, bushwalking and mountain bike riding. The region is less populated than its grand neighbours The Grampians, but offers visitors a seductive and tranquil environment in which to enjoy a range of natural wild life and heritage vegetation.

In addition the Pyrenees Wine Region has formed the foundation for Food & Wine tourism experiences and along with some of the well-known wine labels such as Blue Pyrenees Estate and Taltarni, is home to a growing industry of emerging small wineries. Accommodation options reflect the boutique and private environment this region offers.