Other Towns

HAWKESDALE
Hawkesdale is situated on the Warrnambool-Penshurst Road, the main tourist road from the scenic Great Ocean Road to the majestic Grampians. It is a popular stopping point for people travelling to the Grampians and has great barbeque facilities and wide open space at Apex Park.

What should I do?

• Take a dip at the Hawkesdale swimming pool
• See Australia’s funkiest loo, designed by the creative kids of Hawkesdale
• Follow the historic walking trail, which begins at Apex Park
• Have something to eat and drink at the local hotel (check for meal and opening times)

HEXHAM
Situated on the banks of the Hopkins River, Hexham is believed to be Victoria's second oldest inland settlement, after Harrow. The town was an important Cobb & Co. mail and passenger stopover on the route between Geelong and Belfast (now known as Port Fairy). It was also a staging point for all mail to and from Hamilton via Caramut, Penshurst and Tarrington. The local hotel was once a regular stop over for miners on their way to the goldfields. Many original buildings remain today and are in remarkable condition. The first polocross match in Australia was played on the Hexham racecourse.

KILLARNEY
Killarney is a peaceful rural hamlet located on the Princes Highway between Port Fairy and Warrnambool. Rich green countryside led the Irish to settle here as they escaped the Great Potato Famine, with Australia’s Killarney not that long ago a primary potato growing area for the region. Its productive pastures are now home to a variety of delightful B&Bs and holiday homes.

• Take a dip at Killarney beach
• Drop in a line at the many nearby fishing spots
• Enjoy a game, barbecue and the playground at the Killarney Recreation Reserve
• Visit the antique and collectables shops
• Spot a koala or kangaroo at Victoria’s first State Game Reserve, Tower Hill
• Breathe the fresh country air as you take a stroll around the peaceful laneways
• Take a leisurely drive to one of the nearby towns, such as Port Fairy or Koroit

Other Towns Dining and Accommodation

Killarney Beach Camping Reserve ADDRESS: Off the Princes Highway, Killarney PHONE: 0428 314 823 WEB: www.portfairycaravanparks.com Killarney Beach Camping Reserve is based at the beach with 20 powered and 50 unpowered sites. A short stroll across the dunes takes you to Killarney beach and the park includes a children's playground, sporting oval, barbeque and shelter. Pets are welcome. Contact Manager Jamie O'Brien for any further information.

Calgary House ADDRESS: Survey Lane, Killarney 3283 PHONE: (03) 5568 7318 Reward yourself with a stay at peaceful and tranquil Calgary House in Killarney. In a delightful rural setting around 5 minutes drive to Port fairy this newly refurbished property is a real retreat where attention to detail has not been overlooked. Sleeping up to 6, a continental breakfast can be arranged by prior arrangement. Facilities: 3 queen bedrooms, TV, bbq, laundry, full kitchen, pleasant garden surrounds, gas fire & electric heating.

Killarney Beach Camping Reserve Calgary House