hobsons bay wetlands, altona
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We are so lucky to have so many stunning nature trails in the west, and one Mamma loves to explore is our amazing wetlands!
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altona dog beach, altona
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This place is simply dog heaven. If you have a furry family member then Altona Dog Beach is a fantastic place for all the westie canine population to catch up, have a frolic and maybe enjoy some salt air and sea.
Read Morethe cascades, metcalfe
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he water rushes over these rocks and cascades down them into pools and further along the Coliban River. So you can literally touch and walk around the flowing water. The huge majestic moss covered rocks are great to explore and climb on, and in the summer you will find people taking a dip in the pools.
Read Morest georges lake, creswick
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What a beauty! This amazing lake is not only peaceful and picturesque, but an adventure for all seasons.
Read Moregeelong botanic gardens geelong
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Yes, here is yet another botanical garden to add to the picnic list!
Read Morekororoit creek shared trail and sculpture walk, altona north
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Smooth pathways and wondrous sculptures - it is a fantastic outdoor adventure for the family.
Read Moretruganina explosives reserve tour days, truganina
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Tours here at back! Fear not, the Truganina Explosives Reserve does NOT have explosives on it anymore. In fact it has been unused since 1962 when they ceased the handling and the shipping of the explosives from the site.
Read Moresandy point nature reserve, williamstown
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It is an excellent place for exploring and adventures!
Read Morebotanical gardens in the west
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Mamma loves exploring these botanical gems in the West and beyond....
jawbone bay and marine sanctuary, williamstown
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With its little bays of sand, clear and cool water - Jawbone Bay and Marine Sanctuary is stunning little paradise.
Read Moreavalon beach, avalon
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There are lots of shell treasures to collect, cute benches to watch the passing ships, and a picnic table - just made to eat fish and chips on.
Read Morecalifornian redwood forest, beech forest
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If you've ever dreamed of exploring a magical forest, well then Mamma has some great news. Deep in the Otway ranges is the Californian Redwood Forest - Mamma says it's magical, it's awe inspiring and spectacularly beautiful.
Read Morecastlemaine botanic gardens and playground, castlemaine
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This spectacular park has all you need to spend a day in the beautiful outdoors.
Read Morewombat hill bakehouse and botanic gardens, daylesford
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Mamma adores garden adventures and this is a magical wonderland on top of Wombat Hill, an ancient volcano, which is perfection. With rolling green hills made for a play and tumble - and natural cubby houses made by the draping lush greenery. Climb to the top and be rewarded with colourful begonias and breathtaking views of Dayelsford.
Read Moregeocaching - mamma knows west
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A giant, grown up game of hide and seek with a cross between orienteering and puzzle solving. Mamma loves it!
Read Moreeastern beach, geelong
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Geelong’s Eastern Beach is a wonderful sunny day destination – midweek it can be a quiet place for you to relax and unwind with your pre-schooler and weekends you’ll find it teeming with kids of all ages diving and swimming in the protected waterfront
Read Morecampbells cove, werribee south
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As the weather warms up and the beaches in the West fill up - it’s good to have some other spots to go to. It was our first visit to Campbells Cove since the mandatory clothing rule was put into place on September 1......and we found it to be quite a treasure.
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altona coastal park bike trail, altona
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Mamma loves to get outdoors and get the legs pumping with a good bike ride. Altona Coastal Park is one of the best rides around. You can still see a lone date palm and the ruins of the grandstand of the old Williamstown Racecourse which saw Phar Lap race and win the Underwood Stakes in 1931. Giddy up!
Read Morewerribee park, werribee south
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Werribee Park and Mansion grounds is a magical place to visit with such glorious gardens you definitely need to put aside a good couple of hours to explore the ponds, fountains, green house, sculpture walks, cafes and more.
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