DESTINATION: Casterton

Located halfway between Melbourne and Adelaide, and 42km east of the South Australian border, this picturesque town is noted for its heritage streetscape and surrounding countryside of agricultural and grazing land, forests and rivers. The Glenelg River runs beside Island Park and through the town.

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Casterton's vibrant pioneering history can be seen in the many buildings dating back to the early days of European settlement. In the centre of town, a statue of a kelpie marks the district as the birthplace of this famous Australian working dog. The shopping centre offers an art gallery, bric-a-brac, craft shops and food outlets. A walk or drive to Mickle Lookout, off Robertson St, provides excellent views of the town and surrounding countryside. In 1941, a large Scout emblem, 91.5m high, was carved into the hillside overlooking Casterton. The symbol is surrounded by strip lighting and serves as a beacon for the town.

Nearby attractions

The kelpie was originally bred 32km north of the town on Warrock Homestead. Today, the homestead comprises 33 National Trust-classified buildings dating from the 1840s, including a woolshed, belfry, blacksmith's shop, homestead and cottage. Open daily, the homestead provides an insight into pastoral life 150 years ago. Within a short drive of Casterton are wildflowers, native forests with kangaroos and emus, lakes and swamps for watersports, and picnic spots. Bilston's Tree, Australia's largest red gum; a mere sapling in 1200ad; stands on the road north of town. Dergholm SP, 50km to the north, has giant green boulders.

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Region: The Grampians

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The Grampians, Victoria. Main attractions include: Aboriginal Art Tours, Brambuk Cultural Centre, Dunkeld, Halls Gap Wildlife Park and Zoo, MacKenzie Falls, Mount William, The Balconies Lookout, Aboriginal Rock and Art Heritage, bush walking and scenic lookouts. Major towns nearby include Halls Gap, Dunkeld and Horsham. more

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