The region leaves behind the lush green mountains and valleys of southern Victoria and transitions into the drier red semi-arid countryside typical of inland Australia.

Boasting a splendid climate and warm country hospitality, Yarrawonga is renowned for its many water sports and activities along Lake Mulwala. People flock to this area for water skiing, boat cruising, swimming and fishing. For the more adventurous, experience the thrill and excitement of parasailing over the lake.

If golf is your game, you will not be disappointed. Tee up and have a putt at Australia's largest golf course, the Yarrawonga and Border Golf Club.

Distance:

• 275kms via Hume and Goulburn Valley Highway

Highlights:

• Australian speed boat championships In January
• Lake Mulwala Water Ski Spectacular and rowing and sailing regattas in January
• Yarrawonga Show in October
• Red Cross Murray River Marathon, a canoe race in December

Activities

• Bush Markets on the second and fourth Sundays of the month at the railway station
• Rotary Markets on the third Sunday at the primary school.
• Lake Mulwala for picnicking at the foreshore parks, birdwatching, fishing, sailboarding, waterskiing, swimming, canoeing, sailing, boating and guided paddle-boat cruises
• Pelican Island, a breeding ground for pelicans and there are several ibis rookeries.
• Tudor House Clock Museum houses a display of about 400 clocks from around the world.