Hidden gems ready to be discovered

Explore your own backyard this winter in the burgeoning region of West Gippsland. Consisting of four quaint railway townships – Nar Nar Goon, Tynong, Garfield and Bunyip – the West Gippsland region offers travellers the perfect winter day trip destination to explore and indulge in a taste of heart-warming country hospitality.

With so many hidden gems ready to be discovered only an hour away from Melbourne, the growing region of West Gippsland offers an abundance of food, dining and agricultural/farmgate experiences for visitors to enjoy.

Whether it’s popping into ’Biddy Marthas for that much needed warm coffee or sampling the wealth of local seasonal Gippsland produce direct from the farmgate at The Butcher with The Chef or letting the kids hit the skate park at Garfield or enjoying a humble yet delicious country-style meal at The Garfield Hotel where kids eat free on Wednesday – West Gippsland’s country hospitality awaits you this winter.

For the sophisticated foodie visitor experience – head to Peppermint Ridge Farm Native Foods set in the rolling hills of Tynong North. Only open to the public by appointment, Peppermint Ridge Farm Native Foods has been growing and cultivating a wide range of Australian native food plants for more than 25 years.

The four railway townships are less than six kilometres from each other – making for an easy multi-destination trip in the West Gippsland region. Combined with the majestic backdrop of Bunyip State Park and also Mt Cannibal Flora & Fauna Park for nature-lovers and hikers/bushwalking who will enjoy getting their heart rate up in the cooler months – West Gippsland truly offers something for every tourist.