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Well… this year it’s a little different, the original route is now a 3-day “Little Vic”, with over 1000 cyclists camping overnight on the Dunkeld Racecourse on Friday 1st April.
Riders will arrive in Dunkeld between 8.30am and 1pm via the Victoria Valley road as they traverse from Halls Gap through Mirranatwa gap.
The crew will depart 6.30-8.30am Saturday morning for Pomonal and Halls Gap before reaching Great Western on Sunday (see route).
Their campsite opens at noon, and riders are encouraged to explore nearby, visit local businesses and get involved in special activities.
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The Events Team at Southern Grampians Shire Council is creating a ‘What’s On’ handout and blog post to share business open hours and activities available for riders in Dunkeld.
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Locals are offering a host of great offers and opportunities to connect, including:
– Garden tours and pay-what-you-pick produce with Liv at Grampians Food Co.
– Open studio and sketch-along with artist, David Baker
– Wine tastings with Tamara at Herrmann Wines plus free campsite delivery
– Adventure activities with Kerryn and Wayne at Grampians Retreat
– 50% off shipping at Gerard Murphy Furniture, Dunkeld
– Cultural storytelling and Koori craft with artist, Nerissa Major
– Barefoot bowls, beers, sausage sizzle and free phone charging at Dunkeld Bowling Club
– “Meet The Artist” opportunity at Anne Fleming’s The Waiting Room Gallery
– Club rental for casual golf at Grampians Golf Club
– Insights from Dave at the Australian Light Horse Heritage Collection
– Sausage sizzle BBQ by the Dunkeld & District Lions Club
…. plus much more, and many businesses open to visit!
These initiatives will not only give riders a great add-on experience and a local connection but will support our businesses and community groups.
➡️ If you’re a community member or business wanting to benefit from this opportunity, get in touch on 0429 499 373 or events@sthgrampians.vic.gov.au.
*Note: this is a COVIDsafe event with all riders, crew, volunteers and contractors fully vaccinated.*