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…
The Dandenongs’ Indigenous Heritage and Culture
As Melbourne expanded east, this river red gum and creek floodplain area became home to numerous Woiwurrung Indigenous Australian tribe clans and later, popular weekend retreat with both country houses and humble cottage shacks. Dandenongs residents treasure and celebrate its…
Legends of the Sky – Astronomical Stories From the Dandenongs
Less than an hour from Melbourne city center are the Dandenong Ranges – hills covered in lush fern glades and towering native forest where wildlife thrives. Explore the stories and history behind the JN4 Jenny aeroplane and hear how it…
Understanding the Ecosystems of the Dandenong Ranges
Dandenong Ranges are one of Melbourne’s premier tourist spots, where you can see beautiful rhododendrons, azaleas and camellias at the National Rhododendron Gardens. There are also numerous established cool climate gardens scattered throughout the Ranges, and their eastern slopes below…
Rainy Day Activities for Kids in the Dandenongs
Puffing Billy is Victoria’s iconic steam train and makes an enjoyable journey between Belgrave and Emerald Lake. Step aboard now for an enjoyable journey! Discover breathtaking sights at Dandenong Ranges National Park, such as Sherbrooke Falls. William Ricketts Sanctuary features…
Yoga and Wellness Retreats in the Dandenongs
Maintaining wellness can be challenging during winter. Low temperatures and shorter days may reduce physical activity. But prioritizing wellness in this period is crucial to overall health. Victoria offers world-class health and wellness retreats for you to detox, relax, or…
Accommodations With a View
Views can be the draw for many travelers, so finding a room with one is certainly worthwhile. East of Melbourne lies the mountain ranges, popular with day trippers. Dandenong Ranges National Park features forests of tall mountain ash trees and…