The Australian Inland Botanic Gardens are unusual. Located ten minutes drive from the town of Mildura, the gardens are an excellent example of a successful community project. Although supported by State governments and local councils, the creation of the gardens was the idea of local residents who raised the funds and undertook much of the work to make the idea a reality. This is not just an attractive community garden though; it is a garden with full botanic status and activities. A visit to the gardens will enable you to see plants from many different regions of the world as well as a wide selection of Australian native plants. There is a lovely rose garden. Water conservation is essential due to the semi-arid setting and the gardens provide excellent examples of measures that can be taken. An old wool shed has been rebuilt in the grounds and there is a small cafe and gift shop run by volunteers with plants for sale. Perhaps unique to a botanic garden is the Bush Chapel, an open-air chapel with tall eucalypts for walls, which provides a wonderful feeling of serenity and calm.

www.aibg.org.au/
+61 3 50233612
River Road, Buronga NSW 2739, Australia
Google map: bit.ly/lbbWyq

I agreeI disagree

1.  
2. Send to friends

The best way to explore the Murray. Kayaking through the still billabongs and waterways of the Murray. Surrounded by ancient tree hollows that stick out of the water which teem with birdlife. The drone of Melbourne traffic is miles away and instead your journey is accompanied by the the chatter of the birds and the raucous laughter of Kookaburras.
Moontongue eco-tours will organise an adventure to suit your ability.
The surrounding Mallee district has lots to explore. The town of Mildura with a population of 25,000 is an ideal base to explore from. Activities include wine tasting, bush camping, bush walking, top-class restaurants, Aboriginal art, Aboriginal cultral experiences.

daily direct flights to Mildura from Adelaide and Melbourne.
Moontongue tours arrange the kayaking - ring Ian on 0427 898 317 to organise. A 2 hour kayak trip will cost $35 per person.

I agreeI disagree

1.  
2. Send to friends