Uncovering the Dandenongs’ Indigenous Heritage
Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges have long been home to the Wurundjeri people. Through this work we honor them by activating their ancestral land and encouraging members of our community to connect with it. Healesville Sanctuary offers visitors an immersive…
Exploring the Dandenongs’ Hidden Waterfalls
Dandenong Ranges lie just east of Melbourne and offer picturesque towns and villages as well as breathtaking natural features like towering Mountain Ash trees, fern gullies, and walking trails for exploration. There’s much to see and experience here, from taking…
The Dandenongs’ Artisanal Heritage
An experience in The Dandenongs goes far beyond strolling through picturesque hill villages; it encapsulates an intricate web of craft traditions interlaced with customs, daily rhythms, and the knowledge accumulated over generations past. Explore gallery art collections and meander through…
Bird Photography in the Dandenongs – A Beginner’s Guide
Bird photography may seem intimidating for beginners. Many believe they need expensive equipment in order to produce good images of birds. Within an hour of Melbourne lies this trail showcasing Victoria’s Dandenong Ranges National Park’s wet sclerophyll forests and fern-lined…
Capturing the Dandenongs’ Vistas
Panoramic photos provide a unique glimpse into our environment, capturing not just a moment but rather its entire duration. Artists, geographers and environmentalists utilize panoramas to gain insight into spatial relations as well as dynamic environments like landscapes, urban settings…
Nature’s Playground – Exploring the Dandenongs With Kids
Nature play offers children an engaging physical play experience and allows them to develop an sense of adventure, enabling them to face challenges head-on and take steps that could reap long-term rewards. Travel through a forest of Mountain Ash trees…
Preserving the Dandenongs’ Architectural Heritage
Dandenong Ranges are located approximately 35 kilometres east of Melbourne and provide a tropical rainforest retreat. Their steep volcanic hills covered with dense temperate forest and fern gullies provide habitats for an array of native animals such as swamp wallabies,…
Culinary Traditions and Recipes From the Dandenongs
The Dandenong Ranges offer more than lush foliage. Not only can you discover picturesque lookouts and trails laced with ferns, but there are also cozy pubs, stylish Modern Australian restaurants, and delightful cafes that specialize in creative fare. Puffing Billy,…
The Best Brunch Spots in the Dandenongs
Dandenong Ranges are less than an hour from Melbourne and offer refreshing attractions and cozy restaurants nestled amidst beautiful greenery. Visit Tudor-style tearooms, winery restaurants or enjoy farm table fare at one of Healesville’s friendly cafes for an idyllic dining…
The Dandenongs’ Secret Hiking Spots Locals Love
A must for fitness buffs and families, the Thousand Steps Trail provides an idyllic forest escape. Keep your eye out for wallabies and lyrebirds as you wander along lush fern gullies. Cloudehill Gardens offer breathtaking sweeping views and vibrant blooms…