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The cycling-themed Bright Velo hotel.

High Country’s hottest new stays linked by tasty cycling trail

An old gold-rush pub and a former asylum are two buzzy accommodations, best connected via a two-wheeled picnic.

  • by Belinda Jackson
Take your time when making bolognaise to allow the flavours to really shine.

The secret to making the best bolognaise

Most people visit Victoria's King Valley to taste its famed Italian wines found along the 'Prosecco Road'. But today I've come to learn the secrets behind making the best bolognaise sauce.

  • by Kylie McLaughlin
Bright Velo: A cycling-themed hotel on Bright's main street makes perfect sense.

Bright Velo: The Victorian 'Alps' welcomes cosy new cycling themed lodge

A cycling-themed hotel on Bright's main street makes perfect sense.

  • by Belinda Jackson
The Lancemore Milawa hotel in north-east Victoria received a multi-million dollar makeover in 2022.

Milawa, Victoria trave guide and things to do: Nine must-do highlights

Milawa abounds with exceptional food, wine and scenery.

  • by Anthony Dennis
Mount Ophir's tower was added to the building as an office and a nod to the family's European heritage.

Rutherglen things to do: How the Brown winery siblings are transforming the region

It's not often you get to spend the night in a historical French provincial tower - at least in Australia - but you can at this special accommodation in a historic winery at Rutherglen.

  • by Kylie McLaughlin
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Those majestic views from most rooms are the star at The Grove Estate.

The Grove Estate, Porepunkah review, Victoria: A blissful Victorian estate with scenery overload

Enchanting 360-degree views command attention at this pretty hillside property where olives trees thrive.

  • by Sue Wallace
A 'Wellness Suite' at The Benev, Beechworth.

The Benev review, Beechworth: The surprising, amazing thing you'll find in your hotel room

This is the perfect place to indulge in an off-grid, luxury de-stressing experience.

  • by Kylie McLaughlin
A walk in snow country offers challenging terrain.

Hotham Huts Walk, Mt Hotham: Decadent French feasts sustains hikers in this Aussie alpine experience

A walk in the snow country offers challenging terrain and beautiful food.

  • by Paul Chai
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Six of the best gin distilleries in north-east Victoria

Bathtub gin, Navy Strength gin and pot stills named Stillvester and Stillvia - the distillers of Victoria's north-east blend humour with quality.

  • by Sue Wallace
Valente by the Vines is a delightful country retreat.

Valente by the Vines review, Yackandandah, North-East Victoria: Delightful country retreat

Yackandandah is a country town with character, great food and plenty to do.

  • by Sue Wallace