4.5Apostle Whey Cheese(293 reviews) - Best cheese Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality & Gift Shops • Farms • Factory Outlets
Dairy farmers Julian and Dianne Benson launched Apostle Whey Cheese on October 29, 2005. Since that day, Apostle Whey Cheese has taken out a number of major cheese awards and become an important tourism drawcard for the region. Just a short drive from the Twelve Apostles and the Great Ocean Road, Apostle Whey Cheese is a genuine paddock to plate operation.See more..
4.0DFO - Direct Factory Outlet(204 reviews) - Seasonal changeover creates bargains Saturday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent More than 3 hours Factory Outlets
DFO Essendon is in the middle of a seasonal changeover and there are some great bargains to be had. I bought a pair of Florsheim walking shoes, great for my next trip which will involve lots of walking. Other outlets, like RM Williams, the Bushman's Outfitters. have some great prices on their marquee lines, such as their famous stockman's boots. Car parking can be tight; shoppers come from miles around to grab the bargains at DFO Essendon.See more..
See firsthand how some of Australia's finest natural fiber products are made on a guided tour of the historic Creswick Woollen Mills. Meet and feed resident alpacas, and then follow the journey of yarn, from shearing through processing and weaving into luxurious products prized throughout the country. It’s a great way to appreciate Australian-made craftsmanship and makes an easy excursion from Ballarat or Daylesford. Choose from four daily tour times and make your way to Creswick Woollen Mills, located about 75 miles (120 km) from Melbourne or only a quick 20-minute drive from either Daylesford or Ballarat. Tours are 11am, 12noon, 1pm & 2pm daily. Our new cafe has recently opened with a selection of food and refreshing drinks that are locally sourced and produced. The tour is $15 per adult (includes up to three children free) and the entry fee is redeemable as a $15 discount on purchases over $50. $10 per senior or pre-arranged tour over 8 people. Entry fee is redeemable as a $10 discount on purchases over $40. The rest of the Mill’s attractions are free entry! We also offer free entry to the Mill’s A Very Fine Yarn interactive exhibit when you show your RACV card. Tour lengths are: Discovery 5-15 minutes; Fibre Experience 5-10 minutes; Fleece Tunnel 1-5 minutes; Process Walkway 5-20 minutes.See more..
4.5Kookas Country Cookies(15 reviews) - Delicious cookies Spent < 1 hour Factory Outlets
Kookas Country Cookies produce a tasty, home style biscuit with hand-made country appeal that is regarded as "The taste of Country Australia"See more..
This establishment is well worth the trip from Melbourne & surrounding areas. Jenny the hostess is extremely professional & makes you feel extremely welcome. Not to mention the cider it is top class. Along with the food photos to see. Have dined at alit places around the world and the food is on par with the best. We will be back indeed.See more..
We recently visited this Daylesford retail outlet to check out the beautifully displayed woollen garments in their window. Inside the staff (2 guys) we extremely helpful and knowledgeable about the excellent Creswick brand. I purchased a pair of gorgeous red woollen gloves and a pair of ‘fingerless’ red woollen gloves (excellent for my arthritic fingers).See more..
