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August 21, 2019

state coal mine, wonthaggi

August 21, 2019/ Mamma Erin
state coal mine, wonthaggi

This historically significant site in Wonthaggi is where 17 million tonnes of coal was mined for Victorian industry railways back in the 1900s and now is an educational and tourist destination. The site is huge and all enclosed so the are safe to explore where they choose, including the old K192 engine.

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August 21, 2019/ Mamma Erin/
family experiences 3, road trippin, bass coast, state coal mine
August 20, 2019

shell museum @ bunurong environment centre, inverloch

August 20, 2019/ Mamma Erin
shell museum @ bunurong environment centre, inverloch

Big shells, little shells, tiny shells and colourful shells. More shells than you could possibly carry in your bucket after a day at the beach.

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August 20, 2019/ Mamma Erin/
family experiences 3, road trippin, bass coast, shell museum @ south gippsland conservation society, inverloch
August 20, 2019

big4 inverloch holiday park, inverloch

August 20, 2019/ Mamma Erin
big4 inverloch holiday park, inverloch

When it comes to family getaways, this Mamma is all about choosing a spot that has it all. The BIG4 Inverloch Holiday Park is that kid of place - a destination in itself.

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August 20, 2019/ Mamma Erin/
road trippin, big4 inverloch holiday park, bass coast
June 03, 2019

noojee trestle bridge rail trail, noojee

June 03, 2019/ Mamma Erin
noojee trestle bridge rail trail, noojee

This is a restored the last surviving trestle bridge in the area and the tallest in Victoria. It is just over 100 metres long and is pretty darn tall.

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June 03, 2019/ Mamma Erin/
family experiences 3, road trippin, noojee trestle bridge, gippsland, nature trails, the great outdoors 3, TRAINS
May 22, 2019

old gippstown, moe

May 22, 2019/ Mamma Erin
old gippstown, moe

This township is an amalgamation of some of the area’s most prized buildings, preserved for our enjoyment. you’ll find all the places you might expect in a ‘ye olde’ community.

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May 22, 2019/ Mamma Erin/
family experiences 3, old gippstown moe, road trippin, gippsland
May 22, 2019

parky's wonderland @ park lane holiday park, traralgon

May 22, 2019/ Mamma Erin
parky's wonderland @ park lane holiday park, traralgon

This idea is genius. An indoor play centre right inside a caravan park. Parky’s is a great addition to any holiday itinerary.

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May 22, 2019/ Mamma Erin/
road trippin, parkys wonderland traralgon, indoor adventures, gippsland, playcentre
May 22, 2019

park lane holiday park, traralgon

May 22, 2019/ Mamma Erin
park lane holiday park, traralgon

Holiday parks these days are almost a destination in itself. That is certainly the case for Park Lane Holiday Park in Traralgon.

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May 22, 2019/ Mamma Erin/
road trippin, park lane holiday park traralgon, gippsland
May 21, 2019

walhalla historic township, walhalla

May 21, 2019/ Mamma Erin
walhalla historic township, walhalla

Mamma loves a family adventure and seeking out some of nature’s beauties AND a side of Victorian history, we are looking at a triple points on the explorer’s scoreboard.

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May 21, 2019/ Mamma Erin/
family experiences 3, roadtrippin, walhalla goldfields railway walhalla, road trippin, gippsland
May 20, 2019

walhalla goldfields railway, walhalla

May 20, 2019/ Mamma Erin
walhalla goldfields railway, walhalla

If you are heading to Walhalla, you can’t miss the Walhalla Goldfields Railway experience.

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May 20, 2019/ Mamma Erin/
walhalla goldfields railway walhalla, road trippin, family experiences, gippsland, TRAINS, Train expereinces
May 17, 2019

sherwood park orchard, bunyip

May 17, 2019/ Mamma Erin
sherwood park orchard, bunyip

Ya gotta love ‘dem apples! Especially when you can pick them straight from the tree.

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May 17, 2019/ Mamma Erin/
sherwood park orchard, family experiences 3, roadtrippin, road trippin, gippsland, the great outdoors 3
April 25, 2019

canterbury gardens, canterbury

April 25, 2019/ Mamma Erin
canterbury gardens, canterbury

Let’s get outside, explore the gardens, hug a tree and collect a great big bunch of acorns. Canterbury Gardens is THE spot to do just this.

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April 25, 2019/ Mamma Erin/
boroondara places to go, picnic spots in the east, the great outdoors 3, boroondara outdoor
April 18, 2019

badger weir picnic area, badger creek

April 18, 2019/ Mandy Couzens
badger weir picnic area, badger creek

Badger Creek Weir is Mamma’s favourite place to relax, explore and breathe in the fresh mountain air.  

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April 18, 2019/ Mandy Couzens/
badger weir, nature trails, picnic spots in the east, the great outdoors 3, outdoor yarra ranges, waterfalls lakes and rivers
April 05, 2019

heide sculpture gardens, bulleen

April 05, 2019/ Mamma Erin
heide sculpture gardens, bulleen

If you're keen to stretch your art and culture legs but not sure your kids are ready for a gallery, then Mamma says pack your picnic rug and go exploring in the Sculpture Gardens in the stunning grounds of the Heide Museum of Modern Art.

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April 05, 2019/ Mamma Erin/
Heide gardens, family experiences, public holiday, top 10 FREE outdoor adventures, manningham places to go, the great outdoors 3, manningham outdoor
March 17, 2019

yarra river walk, warburton

March 17, 2019/ Mamma Erin
yarra river walk, warburton

Warburton is one of Mamma’s all time favourite destinations to visit, especially on a gorgeous sunny day where you will find the local Warby families along the banks of the mighty Yarra River.

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March 17, 2019/ Mamma Erin/
the great outdoors 2, yarra ranges places to go, the yarra in warburton, nature trails, picnic spots in the east, outdoor yarra ranges, waterfalls lakes and rivers
March 05, 2019

empire by rone @ burnham beeches, sherbrooke

March 05, 2019/ Mamma Erin
empire by rone @ burnham beeches, sherbrooke

EMPIRE is beyond words. March 5 - April 22, 2019, Bernham Beeches, Sherbrooke

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March 05, 2019/ Mamma Erin/
empire by rone @ burnham beeches, dandenong ranges places to go
January 14, 2019

u pick your way through the east

January 14, 2019/ Mamma Erin
u pick your way through the east

Let’s get picking!

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January 14, 2019/ Mamma Erin/
family experience 2, u picking in the east
January 10, 2019

jay berries, wandin east

January 10, 2019/ Mamma Erin
jay berries, wandin east

Are you interested in taking the family on a berry picking adventure but not sure exactly what berry is your favourite? Then head to Jay Berries and you can find your raspberries, blueberries, strawberries and blackberries all at the one spot.

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January 10, 2019/ Mamma Erin/
family experience 2, the great outdoors 2, jay berries, u pick east, yarra valley places to go, yarra ranges places to go
December 10, 2018

warratina lavender farm, wandin yallock

December 10, 2018/ Mamma Erin
warratina lavender farm, wandin yallock

The owners of Warratina love the purple flower and invite the public during to visit the farm. The comforting aroma of lavender will hit you as soon as you step out from the car.

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December 10, 2018/ Mamma Erin/
family experience 2, the great outdoors 2, warratina farm, yarra valley places to go, yarra ranges places to go
December 10, 2018

wandin yallock farms raspberry u-pick @ warratina lavender farm, wandin yallock

December 10, 2018/ Mamma Erin
wandin yallock farms raspberry u-pick @ warratina lavender farm, wandin yallock

Summer is here and so are the raspberries! For a limited time, you can now pick you own at the Warratina Lavender Farm.

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December 10, 2018/ Mamma Erin/
family experience 2, the great outdoors 2, raspberry picking at warratina lavender farm, u pick east, yarra valley places to go, yarra ranges places to go
November 13, 2018

burwood village, burwood

November 13, 2018/ Mamma Erin
burwood village, burwood

Shop small. Shop Local. The Village is a pretty vibrant spot with everything that a community shopping strip could ever need. From the drycleaners, barbers, beauticians and florists. The whole retail community is warm and welcoming.

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November 13, 2018/ Mamma Erin/
pop to the shops, burwood village, boroondara places to go
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