| Byramine
Homestead National Trust classified property, exhibiting the lifestyle of the region’s early farming settlers. – Murray Valley Highway, West of Yarrawonga Yarrawonga-Mulwala Pioneer Museum Showcasing memorabilia depicting the history of the surrounding region. – 151 Melbourne Street, Mulwala Farms on Show Experience a true Aussie working farm with native animals at Linley Park and alpacas at Wyterrica Alpacas. Yarrawonga Outdoors For all your outdoor needs, including hire of equipment and guided tours. – 21 Belmore Street, Yarrawonga Cruise Lake Mulwala Take a comfortable cruise around Lake Mulwala on board the Lady Murray or the MV Paradise Queen. – Yarrawonga Foreshore Eco-Heritage Tours Stroll through species-rich woodlands and the historic Woolshed and Shearers’ quarters. – Savernake Station, Savernake, north of Mulwala Cobram Barooga River Cruises Enjoy a delightful cruise along the Murray River. – Thompsons Beach, Cobram Sun Country Farm Gate Trail Pick up the brochure at the Visitor Information Centre and enjoy the delicious produce and wineries of the region. Golf Play a round of golf at Yarrawonga and Border Golf Club or Cobram Barooga Golf Club. |
Before a railway line extended to Yarrawonga in 1886, paddlesteamers travelled the Murray River on route to Albury with merchandise including timber, wheat and wool. Whilst there is no longer access into this section of the river for riverboats, the river still plays a central role in everyday life.
The next big development in the formation of this inland watersports epicentre was the 1939 opening of the Yarrawonga Weir. This created Lake Mulwala as part of the largest irrigation system in the southern hemisphere.
The water level remains relatively constant year round, making it the ideal destination for watersports activities. As a monument to the farming settlers, the National Trust classified Byramine Homestead, is open for visiting. An opportunity to see the former home of one of Australia’s earliest pioneers, Elizabeth Hume.
Walking tracks through peaceful bush settings along the Murray River are an oasis of natural flora and fauna.
Meander through the majestic river red gums that adorn the banks, and take the time to possibly capture a rare glimpse of a playful platypus basking on the water’s edge.
Lake Mulwala has become a diverse wildlife sanctuary.
Cockatoos, pelicans, galahs, ibis and a variety of other birds have found nesting spots amongst the now flooded red gums.
The river and lake are enjoyed in more active ways too.
Yarrawonga-Mulwala is known for watersports, like skiing, fishing, canoeing, boat racing and jet-skiing. The summer months are alive with visitors who partake in all kinds of pursuits.
Quality and picturesque championship golf courses are aplenty in the region, with 45 holes available at Yarrawonga and Border Golf Club and a further 36 holes just down the road at Cobram Barooga. These courses provide yet another terrific opportunity to walk amongst the natural wonders, whilst testing your handicap.
Yarrawonga-Mulwala, the accommodation options are a treat. The range includes quality resorts, self-contained houses and apartments, motels with great facilities and caravan parks in idyllic settings.
Most places to stay in this sunny haven are purpose built and offer superb holiday-maker facilities. Outdoor areas are in abundance, with swimming pools, boat ramps, BBQ facilities and private garden spaces just some of the highlights.
Shopping in both Yarrawonga and Mulwala offers great variety in a relaxed setting. Local producers are well supported by the local outlets, so there are good opportunities to take home a unique gift or treat.
This area is appropriately known as “Sun Country on the Murray” – with the river, lake and sun there to be thoroughly enjoyed.