Dog Friendly Cafes & Trails
You feel the need to Find Your Self in nature but don’t want to leave the loved up pooch behind? Well, now you don’t have to!
People, places, stories – we bring the Dandenong Ranges to life for you with blogs that capture the heart of this remarkable destination. Find Your Self in a heritage garden, inspired by a recipe featuring local produce or learning the secret locations that offer the best views, or the foodie experience that you will never forget.
Get the inside word on where to get the best coffee, find fabulous day itineraries, immersive cultural experiences, and perfect getaway accommodation. Live like a local and wander through nature at your pace jump on a cycling track or maybe for you it's a drive through the majestic forest trees. It’s all here.
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Joanne and John discover the Dandenongs Mid-Week
The prospect of dangling from ropes high in the towering tree tops of the Dandenong Ranges was a daunting one for climbing novice Joanne Lau.
Ann Creber's Mocha Pots
People crave sweet, chocolatey things this time of year. This will satisfy that without being too heavy - plus chocolate & coffee - heaven!
Winter Flowers in the Dandenong Ranges
Winter for the alpine gardener in the Dandenong Ranges is never without flowers.
Ann Creber's Zucchini Fritters
A quick and easy veggie hit that can double up as a lunchbox special!
Burrinja exhibition Paintbrush Loom and Hammer
Three local artists - a sculptor, a hand weaver and a tattooist draw from the natural environment in a new exhibition pushing their distinctive medium
Walking in the Dandenong Ranges
Gerran shares his love of walks in the Dandenong Ranges
Dandenong Ranges Open Studios - "Meet The Makers"
“Meet the Makers Hidden in the Hills” Now celebrating its 14th year, Dandenong Ranges Open Studios is an annual weekend program that invites visitors
Your Art Trail to the Dandenong Ranges
Get away from the hustle and bustle of Melbourne. Discover your art trail to the Dandenong Ranges.