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OFFICIAL VISITOR GUIDE

Werribee, Point Cook & Surrounds

WERRIBEE OPEN RANGE ZOO

An African Adventure

KIDS ARE FREE! *

Experience an African adventure on over 200 hectares of beautiful natural surrounds. Get on board for a guided safari across the unique open range savannah and spot rhinos, giraffes and zebras! Come face to face with a pride of lions, visit one of the world’s largest gorilla exhibits, see cheeky monkeys at play and discover a family of hippos in their wetland home.

zoo.org.au/werribee*Children under 16 receive FREE entry on weekends, Victorian Public Holidays and Victorian Government School Holidays.

CONTENTS 4 Getting here

6 Werribee Visitor Information Centre

8 Get in the zone

14 On a road to somewhere

16 Adventures in aviation

18 Nature at her glorious best

22 Delve into the past

23 Discover arts and soul

26 Come out and play

27 It’s all about you

28 Shop style and substance

30 Food, glorious food

31 It's a happening thing

33 A slice of country paradise

34 Suggested itineraries

38 Why not stay the night?

43 Oh, the places you'll go!

50 Services and information

51 Visiting Victoria’s Parks

55 Maps

POINT COOK & SURROUNDSA region bursting with personality and unique experiences, at the gateway to the famous Great Ocean Road within an easy 30-minute drive of Melbourne.

We’ll wow you with our world-class attractions – discover them clustered in the Werribee Park Precinct and along the Bay West Driving Trail. We’ll intrigue you with pioneering aviation history, energise you in natural environments and charm you with our hidden secrets.

Relax, settle in and experience it all.

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What I enjoy about Werribee is the feel of the town. We can be at Pacific Werribee with all the shops and feel like we’re in a large city, wander into Watton Street for the cafés

and shops and we’re in a country town. Driving to Werribee South, we’re in the country and then we’re at the beach! We have it all.

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Fly to Wyndham…Via Avalon Airport

or onto the next adventure Avalon Airport is the easy way to go. A quick 25 minute drive up a congestion-free highway, parking out the front, no queues... In fact enjoy a beverage and free internet while you charge all your portable devices right by the gate!

Whether you’re flying into Wyndham

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BY CARTake the Princes Freeway from Melbourne CBD or Geelong to arrive in an easy 30-40 minutes.

BY TRAINCheck Metro, V/Line and Regional Rail timetables for regular services from Melbourne and Geelong. Connect to taxis and buses at the station. Refer to Public Transport Victoria (PTV) guides for details.

BY SHUTTLE BUSBook a seat on the regular Werribee Park Shuttle service from central Melbourne to Werribee Park Tourism Precinct, Werribee South foreshore, RAAF Museum and Point Cook Coastal Park. Refer: www.squirescoaches.com.au

BY AIRWerribee is an easy drive from Melbourne (30 minutes) and Avalon airports (15 minutes). Collect a rental car at the airport or for airport transfers refer: www.melbournesunbus.com.au or www.cheaptours.com.au

DAY TOURSRelax and join a small group/personalised tour of the region. www.cheaptoursmelbourne.com.au

TOUCHDOWN, AVALON AIRPORT

GettingHereGetting to Werribee is a breeze! Whether your choice is road or rail we are perfectly located halfway between Victoria’s two largest cities, Melbourne and Geelong.

AVALON AIRPORT TRANSFERS 03 9689 7999 www.sitacoaches.com.au

CHEAP TOURS MELBOURNE 0408 257 011 www.cheaptoursmelbourne.com.au

PTV 1800 800 007 www.ptv.vic.gov.au

SQUIRES COACHES 03 9748 5094 www.squirescoaches.com.au

V/LINE 1800 800 007 www.vline.com.au

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Make this your first stop. Tap into our volunteers’ local knowledge; discover what’s on, what’s new and what’s for you.

Pick up maps and brochures, passes, tips and tricks to make your experience here the best it can be.

DID YOU KNOW?The spirit of volunteering runs deep in our region. You’ll find volunteers at the heart of every major attraction in the region. They offer a wealth of wisdom and love to share their stories and snippets with visitors.

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Wandering amongst the Norfolk Pines of Werribee South foreshore, looking out

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Chatting with the passionate volunteers at the B-24 Liberator shed about the historic planes

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The cosmopolitan feel of Watton Street, seeing the older Italian gentlemen

enjoying their morning coffees.

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Werribee Park Precinct, K Road, Werribee (located at entry to Werribee Open Range Zoo)


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BRIMMING WITH STORIESEver wondered how well-to-do pastoralists lived? Or their servants and offspring?

Step into their world at historic Werribee Park Mansion. Stories brim in every nook and cranny – tales of 10-year-old scullery maids, of grown men toting hunting trophies home from Africa.

Delve into all the drama with an audio tour. Dare the kids to hunt for history on a Junior Rangers challenge. Run rings around the parterre garden or board the Little Red Train for a jaunty ride through formal gardens.

Then stretch out with a picnic on the Great Lawn and decide if you’re up for ghostly night theatre fun.

Your go-to place for the region’s top experiences. Werribee Park Precinct is a hub of world-class attractions clustered in a single locale.

Where else can you experience a morning wandering through a grand mansion, an afternoon safari across the savannah and a night in a luxury hotel? And that’s just day one.

Come see it all.

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GOLF GAME CHANGEREver teed off to the sound of lions roaring for their breakfast? The Werribee Park Golf Club offers a championship-length course, some of the best river views you’ll ever see and, yes, a unique soundtrack provided by the nearby zoo.

BEYOND THE MANSIONThere’s more, much more. Bluestone outbuildings, a line-up of time-worn carriages and the intriguing Ha Ha Wall. Times have changed. The Karen refugee community now tend the veggie gardens, an environmental group works from the original homestead and a community group restores the heritage orchard. Explore them all then meander back through the contemporary sculpture walk. Bet you can’t go by the giant picture frame without snapping a photo!

DAYS OF WINE AND ROSESFive thousand rose bushes in one planting? The Victoria State Rose Garden’s blooming riot of colour and fragrance will get up your nose in the nicest way.

If lawn-lazing with live music and a glass of award-winning wine is your thing, head to Shadowfax Winery, the closest winery to Melbourne’s CBD.

STAY IN STYLEIt’s all about you at the Mansion Hotel and Spa at Werribee Park, the ultimate in luxury accommodation. Settle in, relish fine dining at Joseph’s Restaurant and feed your soul in the full-featured day spa. For a special treat, sit down to a grand High Tea.


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I love a walk around the rose garden followed by the mansion garden and then a drive to the red cliffs

on K Road. Then it’s Watton Street for a cuppa and lemon meringue at Mondells Patisserie.

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Our wines are simple. We believe in letting the fruit do the talking.

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Just Joey is my favourite rose; its scent is amazing.

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VICTORIA STATE ROSE GARDEN

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TAKE ME TO THE RIVER Wild wallabies leaping. Birds swooping. A random platypus sighting. Wicked views of the K Road Cliffs. Such are the legends of Werribee River Park, a new urban park fringing the Werribee Park Precinct.

Strap on comfy shoes for kilometres of shared paths snaking along the river.


THE SPORT OF KINGSPoke around charming historic horse stables, cheer on an Olympic qualifier or attend one of many regular eventing, dressage and polo events at Werribee Park National Equestrian Centre.

Many events are world-class and free to watch. Refer pages 31-32.

You’re not likely to see an Orange-bellied Parrot in the wild – there are fewer than 50 left – but you can eyeball one at Werribee Open Range Zoo.

You can meet Albus the Maremma dog and the endangered Eastern Barred Bandicoot he’s helping conserve. And you can dive into an African adventure, riding the safari bus across the open Savannah.

Big cats, chest-beating gorillas, towering giraffes, quirky meerkats and tiny frogs – you’ll find creatures great and small here. Plus an army of behind-the-scenes humans – keepers, vets and volunteers who love to share their critter stories.

Why not plan to stay the night amongst it all? Book a Slumber Safari, a unique African-inspired glamping experience like no other. Incredible memory-making for families, couples and groups.



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Take an adventure of discovery – a self-paced road trip taking in our best-loved attractions, eye-catching scenery and simple pleasures. Journey the Bay West Driving Trail Route 11 to experience it all in a single expedition.

Follow the Route 11 signs or collect a map from the Visitor Information Centre and you’re ready to roll.

Bay West Driving Trail covers this and more:

• Werribee Park Precinct

• K Road Cliffs

• Werribee South Foreshore

• Wyndham Harbour & Marina

• Market Gardens

• Campbells Cove

• RAAF Museum

• Point Cook Coastal Park

• Point Cooke Marine Sanctuary



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IT'S THE LITTLE THINGSMarket gardens for days: row upon row of lush veggies thriving in rich red soil. The colour-morphing K Road Cliffs rising up from the Werribee River.

Chancing upon a hidden beach beyond the playground at Point Cook Coastal Park.

Strolling beneath the palm trees at Wyndham Harbour’s ultra-modern marina and residential development. Browsing lively Indigenous art at the Altair Fine Art Gallery.

Ambling the foreshore at Werribee South Beach. Nosing around quirky and colourful boathouses nestled at Campbells Cove.

Waiting for take-away chips and cooling your beach-bare feet on the retro terrazzo floor at Anglers Anchorage.

Wondering if this little corner of the world is Melbourne’s best kept secret.

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THE SKY'S THE LIMITYou just need to pre-book your adventure. Is a joy flight high on your wish list? Zip up your flying jacket, don your goggles and feel the wind on your face as you loop and roll through the airspace. Vintage Tiger Moth Joy Flights supply all the gear and all the thrills.

Step it up a notch or two with serious learn-to-fly airtime at the Point Cook Flying Club. You don’t need a wing or a prayer to enjoy an evening trial flight in a powered parachute at Aerochute.

Held right on our border at Avalon Airport, the bi-annual Australian International Airshow is a must-do for plane spotters. Billed as the ultimate family adventure, the airshow fills the skies with jet fighters, bombers, helicopters and aerial aerobatics.

ADVENTURES IN AVIATION

Fancy clambering inside the bomb bay of a historic military plane? Or treading hallowed turf where a boxkite plane embarked on Australia’s maiden military flight? In Werribee and surrounds, aviation adventures abound.

Step back to the 1940s (and into that bomb bay) at the B-24 Liberator hangar. Get to know what drives 35+ volunteers to spend decades restoring the only B-24 Liberator this side of the equator. Behold her shiny patchwork fuselage, bend the ear of a flight fanatic, fossick through memorabilia and feel the raw power of engine run day.

Across the highway, the RAAF Museum at Point Cook is ground zero for the largest collection of historic military aircraft in the Southern Hemisphere and birthplace of the Australian Flying Corps and Royal Australian Airforce (RAAF). Wander through hangars of original and replica aircraft, multimedia displays and exhibitions. Get up close to the action of an Interactive Flying Display and delve into daring tales of pioneering aviators.

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FINDING FEATHERED FRIENDS Finally glimpsing that Orange-bellied Parrot you’ve stalked for the longest time. Kids’ excitement as they spy a Glossy Ibis from a wetlands’ bird hide. Gazing at a Wedge-tailed Eagle soaring effortlessly above ancient River Red Gums. Whether you’re a pro twitcher or a newbie, you’ll be swept up in birdwatching moments in Werribee and surrounds, where the diversity is considered second only to Kakadu.

Flock to the Western Treatment Plant, a Ramsar listed wetland site with hundreds of recorded bird species, some rare and endangered. Pick up a day pass at the Plant or for interstate or international visitors at the Werribee Visitor Information Centre.

Head to any of our many natural environments – from the zoo to the foreshore to the river – to spot feathered friends, both rare and ubiquitous. Sling binoculars around your neck, charge up the camera and grab a birdwatching brochure from the Visitor Information Centre before you set out.

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Don’t be fooled by its name: Western Treatment Plant is much more natural than it sounds! Its multiple habitats host an abundance of flora and fauna. Book an education tour to grasp the true wonder of this world-leading technical and environmental innovation. Curious? Explore Cocoroc, an abandoned town that once housed families of plant workers.

The Werribee River winds through the region’s heart. Shared trails and linear parks fringe its banks from the Werribee City Centre to the suburbs, from the tourist precinct to the wetlands.

Marvel at the naturally formed K Road Cliffs towering above the river. Stroll, cycle, fish, kayak or simply relax and be at one with the world.

Point Cook Marine Sanctuary teems with underwater possibility. Dive the Henrietta shipwreck or snorkel to spot a pipefish lurking in the seagrass.

Find more nature at: Point Cook Coastal Park and Cheetham Wetlands, Werribee South Foreshore and Heathdale Wetlands.

Tiptoe through nature-filled wetlands. Wander an uncrowded trail on the banks of a river or edge of the sea. Find your happy place where big city bustle gives way to open space and fresh air.

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WYNDHAM’S HIDDEN DIVERSITY

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Wyndham’s natural environment is extremely diverse and beautifully unique. Our native flora, fauna and vegetation communities are of national and international importance including the nationally significant Natural Temperate Grassland of the Victorian Volcanic Plain. We have 27.4km of coastline along Port Phillip Bay for you to explore, some of which is listed on the international Ramsar Convention.

Wyndham is home to many wetlands, some remnant and some constructed for water treatment. Our wetlands provide great habitat for a variety of wildlife for you to see.

So get out there and explore some of the spectacular natural sites of Wyndham.

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Cobbledicks Ford ReserveHome to grasslands and riparian woodlands, this is a scenic reserve perfect for a picnic and walk.

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Alamanda WetlandRiver Red Gums and Tangled Lignum are scattered throughout this large wetland. The wetland is perfect for some exploring and birdwatching.

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Heathdale Glen Orden WetlandsIncludes 35 hectares of open space, perfect for exploring or birdwatching.

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Lollypop CreekTake a stroll along Lollypop Creek and enjoy some of the natural sites it has to offer:• Tucker’s Waterhole

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Skeleton CreekExplore the significant plants and animals, natural rock formations, rock pools, waterholes and cultural heritage along the Skeleton Creek:

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A time when the Kurung Jang Balluk people – named after the red earth – exchanged resources along the river’s rich environment. They called the river Wirribi Yaluk, meaning spine or backbone.

A time when Scottish Chirnside brothers risked all in a little-known landscape and built a pastoral empire that became the Werribee Park Mansion.

A time when pioneering aviators took to the skies and created a military legacy to last through the ages.

Delve deep into these stories (and many, many more) at interpretive spaces and heritage experiences offered across the region. Let the heritage trail brochure lead you from one historic city centre landmark to the next, and the next.

From the RAAF Museum at Point Cook to the Werribee District Historical Society & Museum and Wyndham Library Services, we wear our heritage loud and proud. So you can make our story your story.

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SUSANNE JENSEN GLASS 31 Beach Road, Werribee South0400 042 624 [email protected] www.susannejensenglass.com

ALTAIR FINE ART T3 Quay Boulevard, Wyndham Harbour, Werribee South0432 036 166 [email protected] www.altairfineart.com

WYNDHAM ART GALLERY 177 Watton Street, Werribee03 8734 6021 [email protected] www.wyndham.vic.gov.au/arts

WYNDHAM CULTURAL CENTRE 177 Watton Street, Werribee03 8734 6000 [email protected] www.wyncc.com.au

Delve into thePastA thriving arts and culture scene celebrates our region’s soul – a unique mix of cultures, stories and expressions. At the Wyndham Cultural Centre, distinctive live and local theatre, dance and comedy shows entertain audiences day and night. Book a front and centre seat, then soak up the magic of performance.

Find the whimsical, the statement-making, the surprising. How many public artworks can you spot adorning street corners and unexpected places in the city, suburbs and parks? Seek out a sculpture walk, a harbour-side gallery, or a true local treasure at Susanne Jensen Glass. Follow your arts’ content to surprising nooks and crannies.

Delight in stumbling on a busker or pop-up market when you least expect it. Marvel at vivid street art energising Werribee laneways. Behold a thought-provoking exhibition hanging in the Wyndham Art Gallery’s petite upstairs space.

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Wyndham Art Gallery 177 Watton Street Werribee Opening Hours Mon to Fri 9am - 5pmWeekends 11am - 4pm

Admission FREE

Art that changes your perspectiveMore than quality contemporary art in the suburbs, our dynamic exhibition program invites you to explore new and challenging ideas.

Visit Wyndham Art Gallery and experience art from a new perspective.

Visit our website to find out more.

Transform your overnight stay into a great night out at Wyndham Cultural Centre.

Enjoy dinner at one of the many nearby restaurants then join us for pre-show drinks at our in-house bar.

Then surprise yourself with amazing live and local theatre, dance, music and comedy.

Visit our website to see What’s On this weekend.

Wyndham Cultural Centre 177 Watton Street WerribeeBox Office (03) 8734 6000Mon to Fri 9am - 4.30pmand open one hour priorto performance

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Edge of your seat moments as you watch your favourite team bring it home. Gearing-up and getting active yourself. No excuses – we’ve got spaces and places purpose-built for sport and recreation.

Brand new Eagle Stadium boasts multi-purpose indoor and outdoor courts and group fitness spaces. AquaPulse is made for water-lovers, whether you’re churning out pool laps, learning to swim or squealing down a giant waterslide. Barrack your heart out at the Werribee Football Club, our premium football and cricket facility.

Flip a coin, golfers. Heads: you tee off at Greg Norman designed, top-100 Sanctuary Lakes Club. Tails: you chase an eagle at super-scenic Werribee Park Golf Course.

Cyclists can pedal dozens of bike trails. Get started with the Federation Trail and nature-laden tracks along the Werribee River and Werribee South foreshore.

From the horse’s mouth: for a unique Spring Racing Carnival experience, witness international contenders training behind-the-scenes at Werribee International Horse Centre’s world-class facilities - Werribee Racecourse.

ENDOTA SPA Shop 417a/ 3 Main Street, Point Cook03 8353 1643 [email protected] www.endota.com.au

FIFTH ELEMENT DAY SPA 90a Watton Street, Werribee03 9974 1444 [email protected] www.fifthelementdayspa.com.au

MANSION HOTEL AND SPA AT WERRIBEE PARK K Road, Werribee South03 9731 4140 [email protected] www.lancemore.com.au

Indulge and enjoy. Melt into the bed as a gentle massage draws you down into deep relaxation.

Let a luxury pedicure lavish some love on your work-worn feet. You’ve earned the “you” time – a chance to rejuvenate and restore. And Werribee knows how to spoil you with wellness.

Try a therapeutic facial at award-winning Fifth Element Day Spa. Slip into the indoor pool for lazy laps followed by a hot rock massage at Werribee Mansion Hotel and Spa.

Endota Spa Point Cook offers a seriously sublime 4-hour spa package to feed body and soul. Or lay back and breathe in the benefits of salt therapy at Salts of the Earth.

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More stores than you can poke a credit card at (including Myer, H&M and UNIQLO) plus Village Cinemas and dozens of restaurants.

Point Cook Town Centre is superbly planned, with 150 stores across themed quadrants so you can pick your mark – think big brands and department stores, niche outlets and eateries.

For specialty shops and time-honoured ambience, you can’t go past Watton Street. Tap into Werribee’s heart and soul with traditional shop-owners, al fresco cafés and original streetscapes.

At Old Geelong Road, big-ticket items rule – furniture, homewares, anything a homeowner could want.

Whether you’re an exclusive brands devotee, bargain-fossicker, homewares hunter or spontaneous spender, you’ll find a depth of retail style and substance in Werribee, Point Cook and surrounds.

How do your prefer your retail therapy? If an all-day browsing expedition with lunch, coffees and a movie is your thing, head straight to Pacific Werribee with easy parking and everything you need in one place.

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Nibbling on sweet canapés at Mondells Patisserie. Pairing an award-winning chardonnay with tasty gnocchi or gourmet pizza at Shadowfax Winery. Eavesdropping on the kids giggling their way through burgers and fries at Truckstop Deluxe.

When the hungries bite, you’re spoiled for choice in Werribee and surrounds, no matter what you’re craving.

Watton Street precinct reflects Werribee’s multicultural heart with almost every imaginable cuisine on offer, from Indian to Thai to Italian and more. The Park Hotel’s menu of 300+ local and craft beers will have you wondering where to start.

Point Cook Town Centre is on point for foodie adventures with a street-level zone devoted to tempting your tastebuds. And Urban Diner at Pacific Werribee offers an incredible all-in-one-spot range of restaurant, café and entertainment options for brunching, lunching, dining or drinking.

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I love getting up early just to have breakfast at the Crooked Fork on Watton Street, they

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There’s always something happening in Werribee, Point Cook and surrounds. It’s our thing – major events, niche gatherings, community affairs.

Werribee Park Precinct alone hosts an annual calendar of 16 major events including One Electric Day (November), State Rose and Garden Show (November) and So Frenchy So Chic festival (January).

For family-friendly fun, you can’t go past the non-stop entertainment of Children’s Week Picnic (October) or the pets-and-all welcome at Wyndham’s Pet and Animal Expo (September).

Foodies rejoice in the live music, produce-driven cuisine and paired wines at the World’s Longest Lunch (March).

And what’s not to love about our Australia Day celebrations – food trucks, face painting, rides and much more…

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Diwali Festival

October

Diwali is the five-day festival of lights, celebrated by our diverse population. Each year the festival, which coincides with the Hindu New Year, celebrates new beginnings - the triumph of good over evil, light over darkness, knowledge over ignorance and hope over despair. Come celebrate with us!

State Rose & Garden Show

2 days in November

The Victoria State Rose Garden is in full bloom with over 5,000 roses on display for this spectacular event. Learn gardening tips, purchase plants and gardening products and talk to our many stallholders. For gardening enthusiasts or those who just enjoy a great day out, this event is not to be missed. Entry to the event is free.

One Electric Day

November

A day of live music on Werribee Park’s Great Lawn! The perfect way to get together with friends, enjoy some good music and great company. Each year the line-up gets better. Relax on the lawn or dance the day away to your favourite artists.

So Frenchy So Chic in the Park

January

Friends, music, food and wine: the simple pleasures brought together on a summer’s day. A party and a picnic in the park celebrating life and culture, the Frenchy way. It’s your chance to be a little bit French - live in the moment and make new memories.

World’s Longest Lunch

March

Experience a regional World’s Longest Lunch as part of the Melbourne Food and Wine Festival. Relax with friends to live music over courses of produce driven cuisine matched with wines chosen by Shadowfax’s Sommelier amidst the beautiful surrounds of Shadowfax Winery.

Melbourne International 3 Day Event

June

Every Queen’s Birthday long weekend, the finest horses and riders in the country arrive at the ultimate annual proving ground to compete at Victoria’s premier eventing competition. Visitors are welcome!

Unwind in digs nestled in the history of a restored 19th century country pub. Explore landscapes loved by movie makers and bushwalkers. Or simply get away from it all and do … nothing at all.

Little River is a country paradise within 40 minutes of Melbourne – a tiny settlement where you can chillax to the sights and sounds of rural life. It’s a stone’s throw from the mountain biking and bushwalking tracks of the You Yangs and the setting for movies including Mad Max, The Dressmaker and Ghost Rider.

Little River Bed and Breakfast is anchored in the heritage, tracing its site origins back to an 1840s travellers’ rest-stop and more recently featuring in some of those movie scenes. Pop next door to the modern-day pub for a country counter meal or opt for delivery to the privacy of your room.

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DBIG DAY OUT 9am Werribee Open Range Zoo

– stroll the zoo’s exhibits, meet the keepers, ride the safari bus

Noon Werribee Park Mansion – wander the hallways, get hands-on in the Victorian children’s room, stroll the Great Lawn and formal gardens

1.30pm Truckstop Deluxe for delish burgers and milkshakes

2.30pm Tenpin bowling at Wyncity Bowl & Entertainment

4pm Giant waterslide fun, swimming and water play at AquaPulse aquatic playground

6.30pm Wind-down with takeaway chips and a wander along the Werribee South foreshore

There are so many ways to experience our secrets. So to help get you started here are a range of suggested itineraries. Tackle them individually or string them together to create your own unique adventure.

Collect a map from the Visitor Information Centre and you’re ready to explore.

Our suggested itineraries are:

• A summer family fun-day experience

• Romantic getaway experience

• Sunday aviation discovery experience

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SUNDAY AVIATION

DISCOVERY EXPERIENCE

RAAF MUSEUM

NFLYING HIGH 9.30am Tour the B-24 Liberator

restoration hangar, mingle with volunteers, browse aviation memorabilia

11.30am Coffee and early lunch in any of the many Watton Street eateries

1pm Enjoy the Interactive Flying Display at RAAF Museum at Point Cook

2pm Browse the museum’s hangars, boasting the largest collection of military aircraft in the Southern Hemisphere

4pm Find your thrill in a 30-minute flight of fancy with Vintage Tiger Moth Joy Flights

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RJUST THE TWO OF US 10am Enjoy morning coffee at stunning

Wyndham Harbour overlooking the new marina, then wander the trail to Werribee South foreshore

11.45am From the lookout, take in fabulous views of K Road Cliffs and the Werribee River

Noon Enjoy wine tasting and gourmet lunch at Shadowfax Winery

2pm Check into Mansion Hotel and Spa at Werribee Park

2.30pm Indulge in your pampering of choice in the day spa

6pm Dinner and drinks at Joseph’s Restaurant and Bar

8pm What was that? Enjoy a theatrical experience uncovering the secret lives of the Chirnside family at Werribee Park Mansion


Heritage listed accommodation located near

Werribee central. Self-contained rooms/

cottages including free Wi-Fi and parking.

Ideal for singles, couples, families and group

share. Only 5 minutes from Werribee tourism

precinct and 30 minutes from Melbourne.

For reservations and enquiries:

0424 867 259 [email protected] www.cartercottages.com

ACCOMMODATION

QUEST APARTMENT HOTELS WERRIBEE

69 Synnot St, Werribee

03 8744 6000 [email protected]

Quest Apartment Hotels Werribee is a 4.5 rated property, offering spacious and well appointed studio, one, two and three BR fully serviced apartments and also one BR access apartments.

Located centrally on Synnot Street, Werribee, opposite the Wyndham Cultural Centre and near restaurants and cafés which line the city’s iconic Watton Street, next to the picturesque Werribee River.

WERRIBEE SOUTH CARAVAN PARK

39 Beach Rd, Werribee South


Situated only 35km from Melbourne, this picturesque seaside caravan park is located where the Werribee River meets Port Phillip Bay.

Boasting some of Victoria’s best tourist attractions on its doorstep including Werribee Open Range Zoo, Werribee Mansion, State Rose Garden and so many other activities to see and do.

Or the weekend? Or the whole week? Relax, settle in and really get to know the place, the local haunts, the hidden gems.

We have accommodation to suit every budget and situation – caravan by the sea, luxury hotel, family motel, B&B and everything in between including a glamp-it-up zoo slumber safari.

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Self-contained cottage situated in Wyndham Green Estate. Welcoming bottle of champagne and chocolates, afternoon tea on arrival and breakfast basket.

30 Creekview Way, Wyndham Green 0413 318 798 [email protected] carolinecottage.com.au

CAROLINE COTTAGE

With beautiful surroundings the BP Caravan Park is the perfect place to stay, with easy access to Melbourne, Geelong and Werribee Park Tourism Precinct.

655 O’Connors Road, Werribee South 03 9742 1405

BP CARAVAN PARK

Family run motel catering for all travellers with 24 rooms ranging from standard queens, spa, deluxe and family rooms. On-site parking, outdoor pool and spa.

112-124 Duncans Road, Werribee 03 9741 7222 [email protected] bestwestern.com.au/werribeepark

BEST WESTERN WERRIBEE PARK MOTOR INN

A retreat in the heart of Werribee. Quiet, private and self-contained unit. Easy walk into the town of Werribee for cafés, restaurants, shopping and train.

40 Greaves Street, Werribee South 0405 527 303 [email protected] bloomingdaleswerribee.com.au

BLOOMINGDALES B&B

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Self-contained villa style accommodation with kitchenette, QS bed, heating, cooling and undercover BBQ area. Within walking distance to shopping precinct.

14 Baggot Drive, Hoppers Crossing 0409 018 141 [email protected] agardenhideaway.com.au

A GARDEN HIDEAWAY BED AND BREAKFAST

One bedroom, self-contained apartment, offering a unique experience in a friendly, relaxed environment. Just a short stroll to the Point Cook Town Centre.

2 Henry Lawson Walk, Point Cook 0431 689 570 [email protected] apoetscorner.com.au

A POETS CORNER

Pet-friendly, 1, 2 and 3 BR villas/houses at various locations within Wyndham. All homes are fully furnished with open plan living. Wi-Fi available on request.

Address given on booking 03 9397 4147 [email protected] amawind.com

AMAWIND APARTMENTS

Heritage listed traditional B&B or self-contained cottages. A unique place to stay, rich in character. Tastefully decorated and self-serve continental breakfast.

1 College Road, Werribee 0424 867 259 [email protected] cartercottages.com.au

CARTER COTTAGES

31 rooms including twin, queen, deluxe and executive rooms. Adjoining rooms for families. Cable TV and in-house movies. Located in the heart of Laverton.

15 Aviation Road, Laverton 03 9369 1811 [email protected] clublaverton.com.au

CLUB LAVERTON MOTEL

Set in a peaceful off-highway garden setting with pool. 26 rooms including standard, family, executive spa suite and 2 BR fully self-contained apartments.

6 Tower Road, Werribee 03 9741 9944 [email protected] comfortinnwerribee.com

COMFORT INN AND SUITES WERRIBEE MOTOR INN

It’s always a perfect time to stay. Two king and queen size guest rooms, each with own ensuite. Open fire and a cooked breakfast when you wake.

16-18 Flinders Street, Little River 03 5283 1858 [email protected] littleriverbedandbreakfast.com.au

LITTLE RIVER BED AND BREAKFAST

An old country town pub with character galore, a warm atmosphere, friendly service and motel-style accommodation.

10-14 Flinders Street, Little River 03 5283 1113 facebook.com/thelittleriverhotelvictoria

LITTLE RIVER HOTEL

34 rooms including spa rooms. All rooms have heating and cooling, microwaves, Wi-Fi and free Foxtel. On-site licensed restaurant, parking, BBQ and laundry.

78 Old Geelong Road, Hoppers Crossing 03 9748 4277 [email protected] montevilla.com.au

MONTE VILLA MOTOR INN

Set in peaceful surroundings offering free Wi-Fi, spa suites and 5 star function facilities, d’Olive is perfect for families, romantic getaways and business trips.

454 Point Cook Road, Point Cook 03 8376 5300 [email protected] dolivereceptions.com.au

QUALITY SUITES D’OLIVE

43 superbly appointed 1 & 2 BR townhouses. Complimentary access to off-site gym, lap pool, sauna and spa. Access to golf course and flood-lit tennis courts.

9 Greg Norman Drive, Sanctuary Lakes 03 9394 2100 [email protected] questsanctuarylakes.com.au

QUEST SANCTUARY LAKES

50 spacious studios, 1, 2 and 3 BR fully serviced apartments with balconies and also 1 BR access apartments. Restaurant charge back, gym, Foxtel and Wi-Fi.

69 Synnot Street, Werribee 03 8744 6000 [email protected] questwerribee.com.au

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Slumber Safari brings together unique accommodation with a fully hosted African experience at Werribee Open Range Zoo, just 30 mins from Melbourne.

K Road, Werribee South 1300 ZOOSVIC www.zoo.org.au/werribee

SLUMBER SAFARI

Old world charm with antique linen and furniture. Own private access. All facilities for basic breakfast. Close to train and shopping strip.

2 Tarneit Road, Werribee 0408 257 011 [email protected]

SERENDIPITY

The perfect luxury getaway set in 10-acres of formal gardens with an indulgent day spa, restaurant, indoor pool, library with fireplace, snooker room and tennis.

K Road, Werribee South 03 9731 4000 [email protected] mansionhotel.com.au

THE MANSION HOTEL AND SPA AT WERRIBEE PARK

Brand new 1 and 2 BR self-contained villas offering ‘home away from home’ comfort with all modern conveniences. Available for overnight or extended stays.

150 Bulban Road, Werribee 03 9742 2990 [email protected] werribeeshortstays.com.au

WERRIBEE SHORT STAY VILLAS & ACCOMMODATION

A friendly park offering grassed powered sites with easy access to amenities and ocean views. The best value 2 BR holiday, deluxe and access friendly cabins.

39 Beach Road, Werribee South 03 9742 1755 [email protected] werribeesouthcaravanpark.com

WERRIBEE SOUTH CARAVAN PARK

Located close to the Laverton Industrial Park the West Side Hotel offers standard and family rooms. Ensuite bathroom, Foxtel and continental breakfast.

Corner Leakes & Fitzgerald Rds, Laverton North 03 9369 2300 [email protected] westsidehotel.com.au

WESTSIDE HOTEL

From world-class to one-of-a-kind, from active to laid-back, from family fun to go-it-alone experiences, every attraction brims with possibility.

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Werribee Park National Equestrian Centre

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SHADOWFAX WINES

Perfectly positioned between Melbourne and Geelong, in the heart of Werribee Park, Shadowfax is one of Victoria’s best wineries and cellar doors.

With its unique architecture, landscaped surrounds and superb views of the vineyard, it offers an unrivalled setting.

Shadowfax’s modern restaurant features a superb menu of Mediterranean food and a concise list of the winery’s latest releases and museum wines. There’s also live music every weekend.

It’s a must-visit destination and idyllic place to enjoy with family and friends.

Open seven days, 11am-5pm.

FAIRY PARK

2388 Ballan Rd, Anakie


A storybook world with animated fairytale scenes in castles, cottages and caves including Snow White, Red Riding Hood, Cinderella, Pinocchio and many more. Visit Camelot - a medieval themed playground that will keep the kids busy for hours.

Spectacular settings and breathtaking scenery. A great day trip. Discover the magic.

FIFTH ELEMENT DAY SPA

LG 90a Watton St, Werribee


Discover quintessential luxury in our hidden sanctuary offering decadent treatments, opulent facilities and the tranquil Werribee River as our backdrop.

Slip into your robe, unwind in our relaxation lounge and be transported to another state of being. We invite you to explore our elements and entrust us with your skin, body, beauty and wellness.

Find us at facebook.com/FifthElementWerribee

www.wynactive.com.au

AQUAPULSE

80-82 DERRIMUT RD HOPPERS CROSSING(03) 8734 5678

With two indoor waterslides and children’s aquatic playground it’s the go-to destination for family fun in the West!

Point Cook Rd, Point Cook VIC 3027

03 8348 6040 facebook.com/RAAF.Museum

www.airforce.gov.au/raafmuseum

Entry to the RAAF Museum is FREE!!

Opening hours: 9am-3pm Tuesday to Friday 10am-5pm weekends & public holidays Closed Mondays, Christmas Day & Good Friday

The RAAF Museum, located at Point Cook, is home to an amazing range of historic military aircraft. A great chance to view these rare machines is at the interactive flying displays which are held every Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday at 1pm (weather permitting). The Museum has a vast collection of historical material on show, including several hangars with static aircraft. It offers visitors an exciting experience and insight into the history of the Air Force. Models, books, patches, clothing and mementos can be purchased at the Museum shop.


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The Refectory is the perfect venue featuring high ceilings and luxury furnishings overlooking the

picturesque gardens surrounding the grand historic Mansion. Enjoy Bursaria’s award winning catering.

Celebrate your wedding and event with us.

[email protected] | www.bursaria.com.au | 03 9731 7101

AEROCHUTE INTERNATIONAL PTY LTD Bulban Rd, Wyndham Vale03 9354 2612 [email protected] www.aerochute.com.au

AQUAPULSE 80-82 Derrimut Road, Hoppers Crossing03 8734 5678 [email protected] www.aquapulse.wynactive.com.au

B-24 LIBERATOR Cnr Princes Highway and Farm Road, Werribee03 9731 1263 [email protected] www.b24australia.org.au

DOWN TO EARTH AND WHAT WAS THAT? @ WERRIBEE PARK K Road, Werribee03 9742 3068 [email protected] www.essencefoodstudio.com

FAIRY PARK 2388 Ballan Road, Anakie03 5284 1262 [email protected] www.fairypark.com

MELBOURNE 4X4 PROVING GROUND 135 Dukelows Road, Mt Cottrell03 9748 1202 [email protected] www.melbourne4x4.com.au

POINT COOK GHOST TOURS 1 Point Cook Homestead Road, Point Cook1300 390 119 [email protected] www.lanternghosttours.com

PORT PHILLIP FERRIES 50 Quay Boulevard, Wyndham Harbour, Werribee South 03 9514 8959 [email protected] www.portphillipferries.com.au

RAAF MUSEUM Point Cook Road, Point Cook03 8348 6040 [email protected] www.airforce.gov.au/raafmuseum

SANCTUARY LAKES GOLF CLUB 70 Greg Norman Drive, Sanctuary Lakes03 9394 9413 [email protected] www.sanctuarylakes.com.au

SHADOWFAX WINERY K Road, Werribee03 9731 4420 [email protected] www.shadowfax.com.au

VICTORIA STATE ROSE GARDEN K Road, Werribee03 9742 4291 [email protected] www.vicstaterosegarden.com.au

VILLAGE CINEMAS WERRIBEE Cnr Heaths and Derrimut Road, Werribee1300 555 400 [email protected] www.villagecinemas.com.au

VINTAGE TIGER MOTH JOY FLIGHTS PO Box 6330, Point Cook1300 138 207 [email protected] www.tigermothjoyflights.com

WATER DISCOVERY CENTRE - WESTERN TREATMENT PLANT New Farm Road, Werribee131 722 [email protected] www.melbournewater.com.au/education

WATER PLAY AREA - RIVERWALK ESTATE Newmarket Road, Werribee131 852 www.myriverwalk.com.au

WERRIBEE HISTORICAL SOCIETY Cnr Watton Street and Duncans Road, [email protected] www.werribeehistory.org.au

WERRIBEE OPEN RANGE ZOO K Road, Werribee1300 966 784 [email protected] www.zoo.org.au/werribee

WERRIBEE PARK GOLF CLUB LTD 350 K Road, Werribee South03 9742 1397 [email protected] www.werribeeparkgolf.com.au

MONDELLS PATISSERIE

33 Watton St, Werribee

03 8742 6695 www.mondells.com.au

Open 7 days for Breakfast and Lunch.

All products, including an exquisite range of Cakes and Pastries, are baked on the premises. Our highly skilled Pastry Chef, Nigel, was trained in Europe, and his colourful array of French style cakes and desserts will compliment any visit or occasion. We also offer a High Tea Service, that can be booked with 24 hours prior notice.

MAGNET FISHING CHARTERS Werribee South Foreshore, Werribee South0400 785 278 [email protected] www.magnetfishing.com.au

WERRIBEE PARK HERITAGE ORCHARD K Road, Werribee03 8734 5100 [email protected] www.werribeeparkheritageorchard.org.au

WERRIBEE PARK NATIONAL EQUESTRIAN CENTRE 170 K Road, Werribee03 9741 7672 [email protected] www.wpnec.com.au

WYNCITY BOWL AND ENTERTAINMENT 36 Wallace Ave, Point Cook03 9741 9777 [email protected] www.wyncity.com.au

WYNDHAM HARBOUR 50 Quay Boulevard, Wyndham Harbour, Werribee South 03 9233 8530 [email protected] wyndhamharbour.com.au

WERRIBEE RACECOURSE Bulban Road, Werribee03 9741 1800 [email protected] www.werribee.countryracing.com.au


Visiting Victoria’s Parks

Werribee Park

Wyndham City including its officers, agents and contractors (“Publisher”) has made every endeavour to ensure that details in this publication are correct at the time of printing, but accept no responsibility for any inaccuracy or mis-description, whether by inclusion or omission, nor does the Publisher accept any responsibility for subsequent change or withdrawal of details or service shown which are subject to alteration without notice. Any standard of venue and/or services contained in this publication are indicative only and are based upon information provided to the Publisher. Accordingly, the Publisher makes no representation of guarantee in relation to the standard, class or fitness for purpose of that venue or service.

Photography: Wyndham City, Visions of Victoria, Anne Morley, Parks Victoria, GSDM and supporting advertisers.

Produced for Wyndham City by GSDM Marketing T: 03 5222 5685 www.gsdm.com.au GSDM_12608 Printed in Australia

IN AN EMERGENCY DIAL 000

Information and Services

Police 03 9742 9444

Werribee Mercy Hospital 03 8734 3000

Werribee Medical & Dental Centre 03 8734 0333

Hoppers Lane General Practice 03 8731 6500

Veterinary Hospital (24 Hour Emergency Service) 03 9731 2000

RACV Roadside Assist 13 11 111

RACV Shop 03 9749 7888

West Suburban Taxis 03 9689 1144

Public Transport VIC (PTV) 1800 800 007

V/Line Rail & Coach 1800 800 007

Werribee Post Office 13 13 18

Newsagent 03 9741 4644

Master Drycleaners 03 9741 5221

Servicesand information

Werribee Park Precinct, K Road, Werribee (located at entry to Werribee Open Range Zoo)

T: 03 8734 6006E: [email protected]: experiencewyndham.com.au#experiencewyndham

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Location

Gate 2, K Road, Werribee VIC, 3030

Opening hours

Car park opening: 9amEntry to the gardens is freeMansion opening: 10amMansion entry fees apply

Getting there

By car: Werribee Park is located 30 mins from Melbourne CBD. The car park is located outside the Victoria State Rose Garden (300m from the Mansion).

By public transport: take the Werribee line train to Werribee Station, then take bus route 439 to Werribee Park.

By bicycle: follow the Werribee River Park trail to Werribee.

Enjoy a perfect day out at Werribee Park. Experience the grandeur of Werribee Mansion, discover Victoria’s unique pastoral history, or relax with family and friends on the Great Lawn surrounded by stunning formal gardens.

Located just 30 minutes from Melbourne by car, Werribee Park is so easy to get to and entry to the gardens is free.

Formal gardens

Entry to the idyllic gardens of Werribee Park is free. Escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and enjoy the colourful parterre, ornamental lake and grotto and the Victoria State Rose Garden. Children and adults alike will love roaming free across the lush lawns.

Tour the mansion

Step back in time as you enter the opulent mansion. Discover the story behind the success of the Chirnside family and learn what it was like to live in the Victorian era with an insightful and entertaining audio tour.

Sculpture Walk

Journey into the world of contemporary sculpture along this extraordinary outdoor exhibition. Situated behind the Mansion, the walk showcases a collection of works by Australia’s leading sculptors.

Farm and Community Garden

Stroll down to the original farm area where rustic bluestone outbuildings, once abuzz with workers and activity, provide a stark contrast to the luxury of the Mansion. The area has now been revitalised by the local community and provides a modern centre for gardening and horticulture activity.

Riverine

Wander down to the tranquil riverine where Parks Victoria is working closely with the local community to ensure that the unique history of this area is protected for the benefit of generations to come.

Werribee Parkand Werribee Mansion

Top | Werribee Mansion and its idyllic formal gardens

Left | Take a tour of the Mansion

Top | Learn about the farm and community garden

Right | Fishing at Werribee River Park

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52 For further information please phone Parks Victoria on 13 1963 or visit www.parks.vic.gov.au

Experience a rich natural and historical environment in this remarkably large, and seemingly remote park setting close to Melbourne.

Relax and picnic alongside a migratory bird habitat of international significance, a marine sanctuary and historical homestead.

Beach picnic area

The beach picnic area is the perfect place for a family picnic with gas BBQs, picnic tables, shade shelters, toilets, a children’s playground and beach access. The park is crossed by kilometres of mowed grass tracks and good walking is available along the beach at low tide.

Birdlife

Each year, thousands of migratory birds arrive from the northern hemisphere winter to enjoy the wetlands habitat of Port Phillip Bay. Visitors may see Greenshanks, Sharp-tailed Sandpipers, Red-necked Stints, Curlew Sandpipers, Marsh Sandpipers and Pacific Golden Plovers. Numbers reach a peak between September and March.

Cheetham Wetlands

Nearby Cheetham Wetlands are also a natural bird haven, formed from the salt marshes and lagoons of Skeleton Creek. Enjoy beautiful views of the city and the You Yangs. The adventurous will enjoy the magnificent 360 degree view from the Tower built as a dedication to “Migration and Aspirations”.

Getting there

Turn off the Princes Freeway at the Point Cook Road exit. Travel for 6km to the main entrance.

Top | Views to Melbourne from Point Cook Coastal Park

Right | The migratory Sharp-tailed Sandpiper

Point Cook Coastal ParkPoint Cook Marine Sanctuary

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Little River

PORTPHILLIP

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Altona Bay

RAAFLake

Campbells Cove

Werribee SouthBeach

CherryLake

Little

River

Creek

Lollipop

Creek

Werribee

River

Werribee

River

Skeleton

Skel

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2 km10N

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439Werribee

Train Station

Wyndham ValeTrain Station

TarneitTrain Station

Hoppers CrossingTrain Station

Williams LandingTrain Station

Moss�elReserve

Hogans RoadReserve

CobbledicksFord

Reserve

LawrieEmminsReserve

DerrimutGrasslands

Laverton NorthGrasslands

PresidentsPark

GalvinPark

ChirnsidePark

HeathdaleGlen Orden

Wetlands

Werribee Park

WerribeeRiverPark

You YangsRegional

Park

Point CookCoastal Park

Point CookMarine Sanctuary

CheethamWetlands

CheethamWetlands

RAAF WilliamsPoint Cook Base

East Werribee Employment Precinct

University ofMelbourneVet School

Encore Event Centre& AquaPulse Pool

Youth ResourceCentre

LavertonMarket

VictoriaUniversityWerribee

VU Wyndham Sporting Complex

Wyncity Bowling & Entertainment

VicRoads

VicRoads

Eagle Stadium

MambourinGardens

KooringalGolf Club

VictorianBaseball and

Softball Centre

City WestWater

SanctuaryLakes

Golf Club

CivicCentre

RSL

Library

Library

Adventure Playgroundand Skate Park

Library &Community Centre

Manor LakesShopping

Centre

Werribee ParkMansion

VictoriaState Rose

Garden

Weribee ParkGolf Club

Shadowfax Vineyardand Winery

K Road Cli�sLookout

Highway LoungeCaltex Service Station

RiverwalkPark &

Playground

MelbourneWater Western

Treatment Plant

Gate

Polo Field

NationalEquestrian

Centre

B24Liberator

WerribeeOpen Range

Zoo

Melbourne WaterWestern Treatment Plant

Werribee Wetlands RAMSAR Site

Melbourne WaterWestern Treatment Plant

Werribee Wetlands RAMSAR Site

Sanctuary LakesShopping Centre

FeatherbrookCommunity Centre

Point CookTown Centre

Furniture andElectrical Goods

Shopping PrecinctPaci�c Werribee

Shopping Centre

Werribee VillageShopping Centre

Wyndham VillageShopping Centre

Wyndham ValeShopping Centre

Hogans CornerShopping Centre

Werribee Cemetery

RAAF Museum

CheckPoint

SaltwaterReserve

Boat houses

Boat houses

Wyndham Harbour

SusanneJensenGlass

Market Gardens

Area

Market GardensArea

Market Gardens Area

Point CookHomestead

The Tower

SaltwaterCommunity Centre

WerribeeMercy Hospital

WerribeeRacecourse

SunshineGolf Club

Werribee toMelbourne Airport

43km

Werribee toMelbourne CBD

33km

RAAF WilliamsLaverton Base

Werribee toAvalon Airport

27km

Werribee toYou Yangs

27km

Werribee toAnakie50km

SerendipSanctuary

Ford

Gate

Gate

Federation

Trail

Federation

Trail

PortPhillipPrison

Library

Historic Hall

Italian SportsClub

Wyndham ValeSquare Shopping

Centre

HoppersClub

PenroseCommunity

Centre

TarneitCommunity Centre

Library

Tarneit Gardens Shopping Centre

Federation

Trail

WerribeeSouth

HoppersCrossing

MountCottrell

WilliamsLanding

PointCook

AltonaMeadows

Sanctuary Lakes

Truganina

Laverton

WyndhamVale

ManorLakes

Eynesbury

Quandong

Tarneit

Cocoroc

Werribee

Riverwalk

Little River

Mambourin

RiverbendHistorical Park

Tarneit WestShopping

Centre

Werribee toBacchus Marsh

32km

Werribee toCaroline Springs

23km

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Travel times and distances from Werribee

by car distance by train/bus

to Melbourne 30 mins 32 kms 35 mins

to Melbourne Airport 40 mins 43 kms Coach

to Avalon Airport 20 mins 23 kms Coach

to Geelong 35 mins 43 kms 35 mins

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With everything just a hop, skip and a sail away, Wyndham Harbour is a new premium bayside destination that includes two new beaches, parklands, walking trails and retail amenities.

Should you fall in love with Wyndham Harbour, why not make it your home. Luxury apartments, land and marina berths are now available, so contact our Sales Office and build that bayside lifestyle you’ve always dreamed of.

If you plan to arrive by boat, casual and overnight berthing are available.

Wyndham

Only 10 mins from Werribee Town Centre

Harbourbeach, café& marinanow open

Apartment & Land Sales Office – (03) 9233 8588 [email protected] Marina Sales Office – (03) 9233 8530 [email protected] 50 Quay Boulevard, Werribee South Vic 3030

WERRIBEE

MELBOURNE CBD

PORT PHILLIP BAY

PRINCES FWY

DUNCANS RD

30mins from CBD

Distances shown above are approximate and by motor vehicle travel.

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