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LoCaL Treasures:
1. Kyneton gourmet darling Annie Smithers in her kitchen. 2. Spaghettini with Cavalo Nero. Image Courtesy of Annie Smithers from her new book “Annie’s from Garden to Table.” 3. Piper Street
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gourmet wood-fire pizza and sipping local wine. This year’s open weekend is being held from 9-11 June. Being a close-knit community you’ll find Kyneton Olive Oil being used in the kitchens of Annie Smithers, Albion Hotel and nearby Daylesford businesses.
And it’s not just the food that’s attracting visitors; the wine in this region is also award-winning. Dozens of family operated boutique wineries dot the surrounding countryside. One winery that’s worth the visit is Candlebark Hill, for its breathtaking views over the valley as much as for the chance to sample its limited release wines. In addition, Granite Hills Winery winner of over 400 awards boasts an Australian benchmark Riesling and a ‘peppery shiraz’, a total revelation and well worth the drive.
The perfect base for discovering the gourmet secrets of Central Victoria is Kyneton Bushland Resort. Close to town and spanning fifty hectares of natural Australian bushland there are plenty of onsite activities and adventure to keep families and individuals entertained. Why not spend an afternoon fishing for dinner onsite at the lake, rod hire is only AU$5/ NZ$6 and you can BBQ your freshly caught trout or red fin. A perfect end to day after exploring the Botanic Gardens set on the banks of the Campaspe River.
Undoubtedly, the best way to get to Kyneton and explore the area is by car. It’s only 10km from Kyneton to Lauriston Reservoir, a beautiful picnic spot set within a cool pine forest. Closer to town, near Boggy Creek, are the Kyneton Mineral Springs, where visitors can use the old Victorian hand pump to draw the water.
Just fifteen minutes away from Kyneton, Turpin Falls is the perfect place for a quick dip, or alternatively head further out to the majestic peak of Mount Macedon and picnic at Hanging Rock, scene of the spooky book and movie.
Daylesford, a 35-minute drive from Kyneton, takes you past the spectacular TrenthamFalls.Herethegreatattractions are the natural mineral springs. Several spas offer treatments in town.
Kyneton is a fabulous year-round destination, but for an extra-special stay try timing your visit to coincide with one of the town’s many celebrations. In February, there’s a country music festival, in April a literature festival and in September the Spring Flower Show and Daffodil and Arts Festival. The biggest race meet of the season is held in November, as is The Budburst Wine and
Food Festival.
STAY
rCI affiliated resorts in kyneton include:
Kyneton bushland Resort (0830)
Rest, relax and enjoy the wonders of the Australian bush and its wildlife. Swim in the resort’s pool and unwind in the sauna and spa. Canoe, fish or swim in the five- acre lake. Go bike riding or play tennis, volleyball, mini-golf, table tennis or video games.
member review: “Thanks RCI for the voucher we received when we checked in, much appreciated to cover extra resort charges.”
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