High Country
Victoria
Creamy and dreamy
Melanie Ball is easily buttered-up with lip-smacking dining at a former dairy.
Victoria
Monarch of the 'glen
There's a vineyard holiday with something for the kids as well, writes Mary O'Brien.
Australia
Places in the heart: Pete Evans
Skiing at Victoria's Falls Creek was not just the most fun a kid could have; it also taught chef, restaurateur and TV presenter Pete Evans some critical life lessons.
Victoria
Bliss not to miss
This stylish and spacious apartment is the perfect fit, writes Sue Wallace.
Victoria
Renovators' delight
Michelle Potts heads to the high country to escape from the jackhammers at home.
Australia
Doorstep destinations
If long-haul seems like a chore, there's a wealth of wonderful attractions just a short ride from Sydney and Melbourne, writes Anthony Dennis.
Victoria
Wombat Hills Cottages
Jane Sullivan Wombat Hills offers the best of both worlds: a chance to relax in a country retreat, and an opportunity to be more adventurous.
Victoria
Guide at a glance: Bright
More than just a pretty face, this town offers fossicking fun and fabulous fare, writes Lee Atkinson.
Victoria
Bikes, bumps and brews
Andrew Bain hits the high country in pursuit of the best craft beers and off-road trails.
Victoria
Rest for the rambler
River trails and the offerings at a local brewery tempt Larry Schwartz out of his cosy alpine retreat.
Victoria
Cognac on the hill
From birches to black caviar, Robert Upe finds a slice of Russia in the high country.
VIC
Among old friends
Justine Costigan enjoys walks, wineries and mountain views in a pretty village.
Victoria
High plains trail seekers
Dugald Jellie leaves resort life behind for the solitude and adventure of cross-country skiing in Victoria's wilderness.
Victoria
Tryst with temptation
Sue Wallace surrenders to the regional gourmet delights at a couple's retreat.
Victoria
High points this season
Falls Creek's ski-in, ski-out lodges include award-winners and thrive on community spirit, writes Robert Upe.
Victoria
Beginners get their ski legs
Sarah Maguire Sarah Maguire heads to Falls Creek to give her four-year-old son a cushy introduction to the slopes.
Victoria
Dreamers Eco Apartments
Sally Dugan At Dreamers, the Eco cabins are three-bedroom self-contained apartments sleeping up to seven.
Victoria
The House At Smoko
Sally Dugan You reach Smoko, in the beautiful Ovens Valley, just before Harrietville.
Victoria
The Buckland Studio Retreat
Attention to detail sets Buckland Studio Retreat apart from many other weekend-away offerings.










