blueberry picking @ the farm, silvan
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Blueberry picking is fun with the kids and they taste so much better straight from the tree.
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george tindale memorial gardens, sherbrooke
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Mamma strongly believes that every autumn every Eastie needs to make at least ONE trip up to the Dandenong Ranges to experience natures finest display of colour! George Tindale Memorial Gardens attest to this. Smaller than some of the other Parks Victoria gardens, this gem is brilliant for getting the family outdoors.
Read Moremathias track, olinda
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Situated in the Dandenong Ranges, Mathias Track is a lovely, relatively easy and dog friendly walking track. It’s around 8km return, Mamma definitely didn’t get to explore the entire track with weary little legs by her side. The walk is quite flat and boasts beautiful views of the Dandenongs in all its glory.
Read Moreburke's lookout, mount dandenong
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Mamma knew there had to be a great vantage point of the city and the rest of Melbourne up in the Dandenongs and we think we have found it. Heading up the mountains for some fresh air and a lovely stroll is exactly what we are after.
Read Morechelsea australian garden @ dandenong ranges botanic gardens, olinda
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The Dandenong Ranges Botanic Gardens in Olinda have a new roommate - the Chelsea Australian Garden. This is breathtaking. After winning Gold at the world famous Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) Chelsea Flower Show in London (that’s a mouthful!) a replicated and expanded design, is now taking pride of place in the Dandenong Ranges.
Read Morepirianda garden, olinda
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Pirianda Garden has to be one of the most beautiful places in the East during Autumn. The garden is just filled with colour and plenty of leaves for little feet to crunch and stomp.
Read Moreolinda community pool, olinda
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Little kids get to celebrate - the toddler pool at Olinda Community Pool is AWESOME. Using space around the original junior pool, an exciting water play space is the place to be this summer.
Read Morebelgrave library, belgrave
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The Belgrave Library has had a spruce up and it is the perfect spot to sit and read or borrow a book (or ten) for your babes, your preschoolers and your big kids!
Read Moredoongalla picnic ground, the basin
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Mamma has found the most picturesque picnic spot in the East right at the base of the Dandenong Ranges. What was once a magnificent mansion, is now the most peaceful and picturesque picnic ground. With shade from trees, hiking and walking tracks from the ground and stunning views, Doongalla Homestead Picnic Ground is a must visit in the Dandenong Ranges.
Read Moreemerald lake model railway, emerald
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Puffing Billy is not the only train that loves to ride the tracks at Emerald Lake!
Read Moreemerald lake park wading pool, emerald
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Keep you eye on the forecast and plan your Emerald lake adventure to include a wade through the FREE pool.
Read Moregrant's picnic ground, sherbrooke
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An outdoor adventure does everyone a world of good! An outdoor adventure that is flat, easy to move a pram along AND in the middle of the most majestic bushland is even BETTER.
Read Morecameo cinemas, belgrave
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It’s a classic style cinema and you and the kids will love it. Cameo Cinemas is a beautiful building located at the entrance to the town. You can’t miss it with the giant mural on the wall.
Read Morecloudehill garden and nursery, olinda
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Set on the side of the hill here are some of the most stunning and exclusive gardens in the Dandenong Ranges.
Read Morelakeside paddleboats @ emerald lake, emerald
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It’s official. The train mad kids are going to LOVE you for taking them to Emerald Lake. Puffing Billy Railway have just opened their brand new visitors centre along side the beautiful original Lakeside station.
Read Morepuffing billy, belgrave
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Nothing screams a local eastie adventure like a ride on the world famous Puffing Billy.
Read Morekurth kiln picnic grounds, gembrook
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Weekends are made for family drives and exploring some hidden treasures. Kurth Kiln is a national park to the north of Gembrook and is a tranquil slice of paradise.
Read Moreshiprock falls and picnic grounds, hoddles creek
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Head in to the forest to chase some waterfalls … but you might just end up climbing giant rocks instead!
Read Moreskyhigh, mount dandenong
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Head for the hills - and take in the views. SkyHigh of Mount Dandenong has to have the best vantage point of all of the East.
Read Morechappies u-pick, silvan
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Which do you like the best? Raspberries or Blackberries? Well… you don’t actually have to choose at Chappies - you can pick both!
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