# Warburton Yarra Valley Accommodation Winery Tourist Info > - [Things to do and see in Warburton, Lilydale to Warburton Rail Trail] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/Things-to-do.html): Things to do along the Lilydale to Warburton Rail Trail including walks, farm tours, cycling and archery. - [Warburton Massage, Acupuncture, Reiki, and Chinese Herbal Medicine] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/Warburton-Massage-Health-Day-Spa.html): Warburton Day Spa and Massage. Warburton Wellbeing includes a Reiki Master, Massage Therapist, Laser Acupuncture, Wellbeing Physio and Craniosacral Therapy and a Naturopathic Dispensary. - [Warburton Accommodation Yarra Valley – WARBURTON Bed and Breakfast] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/Warburton-Accommodation-Yarra-Valley.html): ACCOMMODATION in WARBURTON Victoria. Over 30 Warburton cottages, bed & breakfast and guest houses for travellers on all budgets. - [Lilydale to Warburton Rail Trail Map - Pocket Guide] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/Warby-Trail-Pocket-Guide.html): A handy pocket sized guide of the Lileydale to Warburton Rail Trail that fits into your pocket - [Community Events - Winter 2026 update compiled by Ralph Ballard] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/community-groups-news-events.html): We call this corner 'Ralph Ballard's Community Wrap'. Ralph is an active networker and supporter of local community events. We post updates from Ralph here. - [Warburton Valley market dates] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/warburton-markets.html): To help you plan ahead for your weekend Warburton market fix :) Note most markets not running in January. - [The Rainbow Ice Cream Shop - 3422 Warburton Highway] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/the-rainbow-ice-cream-shop.html): Opposite Brisbane Bridge in Warburton Main Street PH Liz on 0409 662 181 Open Friday to Sunday until end of August 2023 - [Sacred Heart Catholic Church] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/2225977): The Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Warburton is part of the Parish of Upper Yarra Valley and the Diocese of Melbourne - [Make a 2025 new advertising or renewal payment] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/607861): Advertisers may use this page to pay online for their 2025 advertising payments. - [The Annual Warburton Film Festival - June 2025] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Warburton-Film-Festival.html): Held annually at the Warburton Arts Centre in June. Details provided on YRFS website. The festival includes the annual 'Show us your shorts' competition which forms an important part of the Warburton Film Festival. Our aim is to showcase emerging filmmakers (Australia wide and in the Yarra Ranges) and encourage young people in our region to pick up a camera and tell creative and original moving image stories. - [Advertise on WarburtonInfo.com - pauljackson.biz] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/221342): In addition to developing a regional business and tourism portal like WarburtonInfo.com - Paul provided Google advertising and online marketing directories for many Australian businesses. - [Enchanted Songbook by The Warburton Fairy - Available online] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Warburton-Fairy.html): Visnja - AKA The Warburton Fairy - has produced a beautiful hardcopy songbook, fully illustrated with CD and sheet music. - [Altitude Hair Studio - Yarra Junction - Ph 03 5967 1550] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Altitude-Hair-Yarra-Junction.html): Altitude Hair Studio of Yarra Junction has recently achieved successful 'Salon Select' accreditation, joining the ranks of the who's who in the Australian hairdressing industry. We specialise in latest colour techniques and colour correction, precision and razor cutting and styling. Shop 3/2452 Warburton Hwy, Yarra Junction VIC 3797 - [Artwork by Alyssa] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Alyssa-Jackson-Artwork.html): Alyssa has created a huge amount of work in a relatively short amount of time since creating her first website in March 2016 at the age of 10. We are grateful to Alyssa for the various contributions to the family business websites. - [Thomas and George P/L - Licensed Surveyors : Ph 03 9735 1338] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/T-G-Surveys-Licensed-Surveyors): A development is only as good as its base foundation. Surveyors are generally the first consultants on any project. Land Purchases, Development & Subdivision projects which don't start with a quality detailed survey of the property, can result in significant complications later. - [Valley Ride Accommodation - Ph Gill on 0419 541 042] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/valley-ride-accommodation.html): Large 3 Bedroom Home Large Brand new house with Mountain Views 3 Bedroom plus Rumpus - sleeps 6 + 2 extra on the fold out couch in the rumpus Environmentally friendly design Designer Kitchen and Bathroom with Granite Bench tops and Spa Bath Laundry Facilities Tasmanian Oak Polished floor and open fire - [Last train Warburton (1 August 1965) by Photographer Andrew Lyell] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Last-train-Warburton-by-Photographer-Andrew-Lyell): My father Andrew Lyell was an avid photographer of steam trains during his lifetime. His negatives were given to John Buckland after he died and are now in the National Library as part of the Buckland collection. Janet Russell Supplied 11 July 2024 - [Mayer Chalet 1961 Christmas Menu] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Mayer-Chalet-1961-Christmas-Menu.html): July 2024: Supplied by Dorina Caccamo - [Upper Yarra Anglican Parish - St Mary's Church] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Upper-Yarra-Anglican-Parish.html): Worship and Communion Service 10am, Sundays. Youth Service 5-7pm Sundays in school terms. 3360 Warburton Hwy, Warburton - [Say No To Narconon] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/965989): Narconon is a discredited and dangerous 'drug rehab centre' that is a cash cow for Scientology. They have been based in East Warburton for some 13 years - more than 10km from Warburton. In 2014 they applied to relocate into residential Warburton beside Warburton Primary School. A two year campaign by the local community resulted in the Yarra Ranges Council rejecting the application. Narconon appealed to VCAT in 2015 and lost. - [Upper Yarra Landcare] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/upper-yarra-landcare.html): The Upper Yarra Landcare group was founded in 2009 by passionate locals who joined together to volunteer their time to improve their local environment and have fun doing it together. They also intend to improve the educational and training opportunities for people. The area around McMahons creek is part of a pristine environment in the upper yarra river catchment it is our aim to preserve this environment and the flora and fauna that make up the rich biodiversity of this location. - [Yarra Ranges Film Society Screening on 2nd Tuesday every month at 7.30 pm ] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Yarra-Ranges-Film-Society.html): (No screening in January) 2nd Tuesday every month at Upper Yarra Arts Centre, 3409 Warburton Highway, Warburton Victoria 3799. Ph 03 5966 4500. NOW ALSO 3rd Tuesday of every month at The Memo, Healesville. - [3 Kings B & B: Phone 0409 678 046] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/3-Kings-Bed-and-Breakfast): 5 Star, total privacy and contemporary design is what awaits at 3 Kings self contained cottages. Our 3 units all feature full granite top kitchens with dish washer and coffee machine. Spa, double shower and double vanity, king bed, 50 inch plasma, gas open log fire and much much more! - [Kay Lovus – Physiotherapist ph 0478 721 577 Studio 13B, YREC, 21 Woods Point Road, Warburton] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Warburton-Physiotherapy.html): Kay is an experienced Physiotherapist with expertise in assessing and treating a range of musculoskeletal and sports injuries. Don’t put up with pain, Warburton Physiotherapy can help. - [RIP: Ted's thank you day - Held Sunday May 29, 2011 - Chisholm Park] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/354046): After 21 years Ted and his river track crew have retired from business. The Warburton community thank you day was held at 1pm on Sunday 29 May at Chisholm Park, next to Brisbane bridge. For more info contact Warburton Advancement League, 5966 2373 BH. (UPDATE: Ted passed away in July 2012. His impact on Warburton will live on in those of us living here - and all those that walk 'Ted's Tracks'. Rest in peace Ted). - [Millgrove Market - 5th Sunday of each Month - 7am - 3pm beside Millgrove CFA] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/millgrove-market.html): This market has over 30 stalls featuring arts, crafts, clothes, plants, bric a brac, hardware, toiletries, toys and fruit and veg. The historic sawmill is nearby as well as a fabulous toy shop and general store Warburton Highway, Millgrove Victoria 3799 Australia | Telephone: 5966 5806 or 0419 593 552 - [A public hospital in Upper Yarra] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/438109): At 7pm Thursday on 20/9/12 a public meeting was hosted by Upper Yarra Community Voice to discuss interest in having a public hospital in the Upper Yarra. Location: Yarra Junction Bowling Club, Yarra Junction Reserve, Yarra Junction. - [Doctors in Warburton and Yarra Junction.] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/local-doctors-medical-services.html): Information to contact a doctor in Warburton and Yarra Junction. - [Warburton Pharmacy & Naturopathic Dispensary 03 5966 2024] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Warburton-Pharmacy.html): An independent Pharmacy giving expert advice on all your healthcare needs. 3468 Warburton Highway Warburton VIC 3799 Opening Hours: 9am - 5.30pm Monday - Friday 9am - 12.30pm Saturday Closed Sunday - [Warburton’s Wild Creatures Nature Trail - Great for families and kids young and old] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Warburton-Wild-Creatures-Nature-Trail.html): Looking for a family friendly nature outing for an hour or two? Here it is. Start at Warburton Post Office and follow footpath down to tennis courts and along Thomas Avenue. IDENTIFY EACH CREATURE, THEN LIST THE KEY-WORDS IN THE SECOND COLUMN TO SEE A WATER-WISE MESSAGE - [Trail running in Warburton] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Trail-running-in-Warburton.html): If you're looking for a range of off-road running options, be sure to pencil a trip to Warburton into your running calendar. - [Warburton Valley Tourism Info Ph 03 5966 9600 - email: warburtonvic@gmail.com] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Warburton-Waterwheel-Visitor-Information.html): For the benefit of visitors to Warburton - The official Warburton Valley Tourist Information centre (unrelated to Warburtoninfo.com) is located at the Water Wheel in the centre of Warburton. Ph 03 5966 9600 - ["Story's Post Office Store' ] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/428781): "Story's Post Office Store' the "universal provider" Featuring Gainsborough Cafe Girls Late 1945 - [Mr Brad Battin - Member for Gembrook - Ph 03 5953 0216] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Brad-Battin-MP-Gembrook.html): Make contact with Brad through his website, email, phone number, postal address or facebook which is all easily found on his website. - [The mountain walls around Warburton Victoria - real photo series M2220] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Mountain-walls-around-Warburton-Victoria-Real-Photo-Series-M2220): One of eight 'Rose Stereograph' postcards uploaded 14 July 2020 . Thank you to Kylie from Wodonga for sharing these postcards that belonged to her grandfather Charles Kingsley Waldon. - [The Lovers Walk Warburton Vic - The Rose Series P206] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Lovers-Walk-Warburton-Vic-The-Rose-Series-P206): Two of eight 'Rose Stereograph' postcards uploaded 22 July 2020 . Thank you to Kylie from Wodonga for sharing these postcards that belonged to her grandfather Charles Kingsley Waldon. - [The Tram Track Four Mile Creek Warburton - 'The Rose Series P231'] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/The-Tram-Track-Four-Mile-Creek-Warburton-Rose-Series-P231): Three of eight 'Rose Stereograph' postcards uploaded 22 July 2020 . Thank you to Kylie from Wodonga for sharing these postcards that belonged to her grandfather Charles Kingsley Waldon. - [The O'Shannessy Water Race Warburton - Rose Series Postcard P3645] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/O27Shannessy-Water-Race-Warburton-Rose-Series-Postcard-P3645): Four of eight 'Rose Stereograph' postcards uploaded 22 July 2020 . Thank you to Kylie from Wodonga for sharing these postcards that belonged to her grandfather Charles Kingsley Waldon. - [The road near Warburton Vic - The Rose Series Postcard 3539] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/The-road-near-Warburton-Victoria-3799--The-Rose-Series-Postcard-3539): Five of eight 'Rose Stereograph' postcards uploaded 22 July 2020 . Thank you to Kylie from Wodonga for sharing these postcards that belonged to her grandfather Charles Kingsley Waldon. - [Tramway bridge from the lovers walk Warburton - The rose series P252] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Tramway-bridge-from-the-lovers-walk-Warburton-The-rose-series-P252): Six of eight 'Rose Stereograph' postcards uploaded 22 July 2020 . Thank you to Kylie from Wodonga for sharing these postcards that belonged to her grandfather Charles Kingsley Waldon. - [Settling Basin Warburton water works vic - photo series PC563] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Settling-Basin-Warburton-water-works-vic-photo-series-PC563): Seven of eight 'Rose Stereograph' postcards uploaded 22 July 2020 . Thank you to Kylie from Wodonga for sharing these postcards that belonged to her grandfather Charles Kingsley Waldon. - [The Pipe Head warburton water works vic - Rose Steroegraph photo series pc 568] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/The-Pipe-Head-warburton-water-works-vic-Rose-Steroegraph-photo-series-postcard-568): Eight of eight 'Rose Stereograph' postcards uploaded 22 July 2020 . Thank you to Kylie from Wodonga for sharing these postcards that belonged to her grandfather Charles Kingsley Waldon. - [Cycling in Warburton - O’Shannassy Aqueduct Trail + Warburton Lilydale Rail Trail] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/cycling-on-warburton-rail-trail.html): Warburton is a natural hub for recreational cyclists - and caters particularly well for families and recreational riding groups. - [Canopy of the Redwood Forest] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Redwood-Forrest-Image3): Around 1500 trees forming a beautiful, high canopy. - [The Redwood Forest - (California Redwood or Coast Redwood) Cement Creek Road, East Warburton VIC 3799] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/The-Redwood-Forrest-East-Warburton): CLOSED UNTIL 21 JUNE 2020. Over 1400 trees ranging from 20m to 55m in height and listed on the state registry of significant trees. - [Warburton Hardware - True Value Warburton] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/True-Value-Hardware): 3459 Warburton Highway VIC 3799 Ph 03 5966 5000 Fax 5966 5100 Open 7 days - [Smart Reader Kids Yarra Junction - 03 5900 6724] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Smart-Reader-Kids-Yarra-Junction.html): Registrations now open, and morning tours welcome. We are a lovely, family owned long day care centre in beautiful Yarra Junction. We pride ourselves on exceptional care with the highest quality education. Location: 4 Station Street, Yarra Junction, 3797, Victoria. Phone: 03 5900 6724 - [Last SAT each month - Ph Sue 0404 860 820] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/amnesty-international-warburton.html): Amnesty International Upper Yarra Group has changed its meeting day and venue. We are now meeting on the last Saturday of the month at 10am at the Community Space behind the shops in Warburton. Please call Sue on 0404 860 820 or contact via email if interested in coming to a meeting. - [Queen's visit to St Andrews in 1954] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Queen-Elizabeth-St-Andrews-Warburton-March-1954.html): Thank you Heather Ainslie May for your picture and history (supplied May 2018). - [Snow on Mt Donna 1933-1934 approx.] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/803077): Great historical picture posted by Ben Ray Rat on WarburtonInfo.com Facebook page on 10 September 2018 - [Burns Night : Thursday 25 January 2018] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Robbie-Burns-Night-2018.html): On Thursday 25 January we will be having a traditional supper to celebrate the birthday of Scotland’s national poet Robbie Burns. The dinner will be held at Oscars On The Yarra commencing 6.30pm. - [Yarra Junction Dental Surgery - Bookings phone (03) 5967 2202] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Yarra-Junction-Dental-Surgery.html): Providing General Dentistry including children's dentistry, Cosmetic, Endodontic, Dentures & Crown and Bridge - [23-25 March 2018 - Melbourne Oxfam Trailwalker endurance and fundraising event.] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/melbourne-oxfam-trailwalk.html): Celebrate the 16th Oxfam Trailwalker Melbourne event in 2018.The stunning Melbourne trail kicks off in the outskirts of the Melbourne CBD, winding its way through the densely forested Dandenong Ranges and Yarra Valley National Parks, before pouring out into the sweeping plains of the Warburton Valley. - [Upper Yarra Valley Garden Club Inc - Phone 03 5966 2828] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Upper-Yarra-Valley-Garden-Club.html): The Upper Yarra Valley Garden Club was established in 1984 by a group of garden lovers. Our organisation is affiliated with the Royal Horticultural Society of Victoria Inc. We have just completed 29 years on the 18th July. Club Meetings commence at 7:30PM on 3rd Monday of the month at the Warburton Senior Citizens Centre. - [PIPER - Ralph Ballard] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/ralph-ballard-scottich-bagpiper.html): Scottish bagpiper available for concerts and functions. Plays both soft indoor Scottish smallpipes as well as the classic outdoors bagpipes. Can perform in traditional Highland Dress by arrangement. Phone - 0415 488 273 - [Celtic Music Duo - Warburton Based - Phone Ralph on 0415 488 273] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Celtic-music.html): Morgan McKay (guitar and vocals) and Ralph Ballard (Scottish smallpipes). - [13 May 2017 - The Great Forest Picnic on Mt Donna Buang] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Great-Forest-Picnic-MtDonnaBuang.html): Join us at Mt Donna Buang summit picnic ground, north of Warburton, Saturday 13 May 2017 between 11am and 2pm to show our love for parks and the unique forests of the Central Highlands. - [Back in 2018 - Herb and Chilli Festival - Wandin, Vic] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Herb-and-Chilli-Festival-Wandin.html): Do you love good, tasty and unusual food, wine and beer? Do you want to have mouth watering sauces in your pantry? Do you like to listen to live music? Do you want to learn how to cook with, grow and use herbs and chillies? Do your kids like to have fun - for free? - [26 March 2017 - ECOTOPIA EARTH FESTIVAL 2017 Nature Tourism] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Ecotopia-Junction-Community-Festival.html): Look out for the popular Recycled Fashion Parade hosted by local Fashionista 'Hans Allover' as ECOSS Ecotopia Earth Festival is hosting its 5th annual NEW and IMPROVED Recycled Fashion Parade. - [COMPLETED: A Warburton Christmas - Carols By Candlelight - Dec 22 @ Waterwheel] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Christmas-in-Warburton.html): An annual event, in 2016, the Carols By Candlelight will be held behind the Visitor Information Centre - [Signs Publishing Company - Original Building - Sponsored by SIGNS] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/455978): Do you have a story or history about this place or picture? Send your info to paul@warburtoninfo.com and we will upload. We'd love to share the stories of people and times gone by in Warburton. - [Harcourt Coach - Sponsored by Lace 'N' Things] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Harcourt-Coach-Warburton.html): Do you have a story or history about this place or picture? Send your info to paul@warburtoninfo.com and we will upload. We'd love to share the stories of people and times gone by in Warburton. - [Warburton Community Bank Opening - Sponsored by Upper Yarra Community Enterprise] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Warburton-Community-Bank-Opening.html): Do you have a story or history about this place or picture? Send your info to paul@warburtoninfo.com and we will upload. We'd love to share the stories of people and times gone by in Warburton. - [Queen Elizabeth & Price Phillip, leaving St Andrews Presbyterian Church, Warburton, March 1, 1954. In memory of Isabella Smieja : Sponsored by Helen Ede, Liz & Mick Byrne.] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Queen-Elizabeth-Warburton-March-1954.html): Do you have a story or history about this place or picture? Send your info to paul@warburtoninfo.com and we will upload. We'd love to share the stories of people and times gone by in Warburton. - [Old Martyrs Bus Depot - Sponsor Martyrs] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Old-Martyrs-Bus-Depot.html): Do you have a story or history about this place or picture? Send your info to paul@warburtoninfo.com and we will upload. We'd love to share the stories of people and times gone by in Warburton. - [Warburton House - Sponsored by Anne Thomas] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Warburton-House.html): Do you have a story or history about this place or picture? Send your info to paul@warburtoninfo.com and we will upload. We'd love to share the stories of people and times gone by in Warburton.. - ['Wattie Clinch' on the brakes. Sponsor D.G and V.M Clinch] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Wattie-Clinch-Warburton-Timber.html): Do you have a story or history about this place or picture? Send your info to paul@warburtoninfo.com and we will upload. We'd love to share the stories of people and times gone by in Warburton. - [Entrance to Lady Hopetoun Mine. Sponsor: The Fraser Family] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/495643): Do you have a story or history about this place or picture? Send your info to paul@warburtoninfo.com and we will upload. We'd love to share the stories of people and times gone by in Warburton - [Dammans Road Primary School - Sponsor: June & Dick Leith / Kerry & Neil Jorgensen. History by Robin Fisher.] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Dammans-Road-Primary-School.html): History by Robin Fisher: This mural is of the Warburton State School on the hill and was built and opened in 1908. After several years of holding School in the Mechanics Hall at Upper Warburton the townspeople finally had their New School, though the entrance was up a steep incline of 100 or 99 or 72 steps depending on who you talk to. - [Warburton Hardware Store - Sponsor: True Value Hardware. History supplied by Robin Fisher (Notes of Doris Ottrey)] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/455979): Do you have a story or history about this place or picture? Send your info to paul@warburtoninfo.com and we will upload. We'd love to share the stories of people and times gone by in Warburton. - [Warburton Football Club 1910 Premiers - Sponsor: Jack & Jo, Donna & Richard. History by Robin Fisher.] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Warburton-Football-Club-Premiers-1910.html): Thanks to Robin Fisher for following history: A meeting was held in 1895 in the Old Post Office Warburton for the purpose of forming a football club at upper Warburton. Social matches were played, and in 1903 a League was formed with Warburton, West Warburton, Launching Place and Woori Yallock taking part but was short lived and it appears did not resume until 1907... - [EJ Gerrish Motors (Warburton) Where the Pedestrian crossing is now - Water Wheel side] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/455976): Thanks Annie Thomas for the following correction to previous ID for this picture: "It was opposite the Post Office, right where the pedestrian lights are in front of the Water Wheel, on the same side as the water wheel. If you stand on the Water wheel side of the road at the pedestrian lights you can see where the petrol pumps were as the concrete stumps are still in the ground. Have a look next time you are there and see if you can spot them. If you wanted to buy petrol you would simply... - [Alpine Retreat Hotel - Sponsored by Alpine Hotel. History by Robin Fisher.] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Alpine-Hotel-Mural-Project.html): The First Alpine Retreat Hotel was built in 1885 by John Thomas Robinson but was sold shortly after when his son died, choking on a bone. Mr. J. C. Wildman then ran the Hotel from 1889 to 1903 selling it to the Mrs. Alice Ann Leith. - [McVeigh's Waterwheel, Batts Creek Point Walk & Upper Yarra Dam] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/upper-yarra-dam.html): If you're looking for something to do on a sunny afternoon - then head to the Upper Yarra Dam. It's a beautiful place to visit! - [Rainforest Gallery - About 8kms / halfway up to Mt Donna Buang - Viewing Platform + optional 350m walk] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Rainforest-Galley-Donna-Buang.html): This beautiful site features a 40 metre long observation platform (one of only three of its type in Australia) which takes you into the rainforest canopy 15 metres above the ground. A 350 metre long elevated walkway takes you through the Rainforest Gallery where you will see magnificent 65 metre tall old growth Mountain Ash trees, ancient Myrtle Beech trees (many of which are 300 to 400 years old), ferns, mosses and other plants that make up this damp and diverse rainforest environment... - [Warburton Chalet - Outside - Including tennis court] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Warburton-Chalet-tennis-court.html): Supplied by John Paske who writes: Photos were "Post Cards" purchased by my mother (Mrs Mable Paske) at the chalet. On the back of each card is the manufacturer's name "Rose Stereo Graph Co" from Armadale Victoria. I can only guess that the date would be around Christmas 1955 to 1959. - [Warburton Chalet - Inside] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Warburton-Chalet-Rose-Stereo-graph.html): Supplied by John Paske who writes: Photos were "Post Cards" purchased by my mother (Mrs Mable Paske) at the chalet. On the back of each card is the manufacturer's name "Rose Stereo Graph Co" from Armadale Victoria. I can only guess that the date would be around Christmas 1955 to 1959. - [Warburton Chalet - Inside] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Warburton-Chalet-inside-lounge.html): Supplied by John Paske. Supplied by John Paske who writes: Photos were "Post Cards" purchased by my mother (Mrs Mable Paske) at the chalet. On the back of each card is the manufacturer's name "Rose Stereo Graph Co" from Armadale Victoria. I can only guess that the date would be around Christmas 1955 to 1959. - [Warburton Chalet - Outside with vintage car] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Warburton-Chalet-vintage-car.html): Supplied by John Paske who writes: Photos were "Post Cards" purchased by my mother (Mrs Mable Paske) at the chalet. On the back of each card is the manufacturer's name "Rose Stereo Graph Co" from Armadale Victoria. I can only guess that the date would be around Christmas 1955 to 1959. - [Last train to Warburton - Aug 1, 1965 - entering Warburton] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/boy-on-bike-racing-last-warburton-train.html): After leaving their train at the Warburton station both engines head down to the loco for turning and engine requirements , the narrow valley here is shared by both the railway and the road as well as the Yarra river. Photo by passenger John Phillips. - [Last train to Warburton - Aug 1, 1965 - leaving Flinders Street Station] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/train-leaving-flinders-st-station.html): D3 639 and electric E 1106 at the head of the last train to Warburton at Platform 10 east at Flinders St station. Photo by passenger John Phillips. - [Last train to Warburton - Aug 1, 1965 - train taking on water] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/last-train-in-warburton-Aug1965.html): With both engines turned the K takes on water among a lot of admiring locals eager to see the last train. Photo by passenger John Phillips. - [Last train to Warburton - Aug 1, 1965 - on turntable] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/last-train-on-turntable.html): The D3 swings on the turntable at La La siding Warburton , the track down to the loco was also used to transport raw materials to the Sanatorium Health Foods factory here. Photo by passenger John Phillips. - [The Warburton Chalet - Rose Series Postcard 3433] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/The-Warburton-Chalet-RoseSeriesPostcard3433): The Chalet circa 1942. [These] were sent to my mother during WW2,by my father. Apparently The Chalet was used by the Military as a convalescent facility for the RAAF. - [The Warburton Chalet - Rose Series Postcard 3431] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/The-Warburton-Chalet-RoseSeriesPostcard3431): The Chalet circa 1942. [These] were sent to my mother during WW2,by my father. Apparently The Chalet was used by the Military as a convalescent facility for the RAAF. - [Warburton Chalet Rose Series Postcard No.3417] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/The-Warburton-Chalet-RoseSeriesPostcard3437): The Chalet circa 1942. The At "Warburton Chalet" picture with the horses was the main entrance. The car looks like a 1937 Ford Coupe.Check out the wind-out windscreen. - [The Warburton Chalet - Rose Series Postcard 3430 - Tennis Court] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/The-Warburton-Chalet-RoseSeriesPostcard3430): The Chalet circa 1942. [These] were sent to my mother during WW2,by my father. Apparently The Chalet was used by the Military as a convalescent facility for the RAAF. - [Warburton Chalet Rose Series Postcard No.3432] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/The-Warburton-Chalet-RoseSeriesPostcard3432): The Chalet circa 1942. [These] were sent to my mother during WW2,by my father. Apparently The Chalet was used by the Military as a convalescent facility for the RAAF. - [The Annual Wandin Silvan Field Days - annual event each October] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/wandin-silvan-field-days.html): Last event 14-15 October 2016. The 47th Wandin Sivan Field Days are back in 2016! Traditionally, a strong local representation is backed by exhibits from regional and country Victoria as well as many Interstate businesses. - [ECOSS Spring Fair - an annual event each September] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/yarra-valley-ecoss-spring-fair.html): Last event: 25 September 2016. Yarra Valley ECOSS Inc. is a not-for-profit association incorporated in Victoria under the Associations Incorporation Reform Act of 2012, originally incorporated in 2007 as the Upper Yarra Community Environment Park. Open Tues-Thurs 9-5pm. 711 Old Warburton Rd, Wesburn. PO Box 340, Yarra Junction 3797 - [5 June 2017 - World Environment Day] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/World-Environment-Day-Forest-walk.html): Promotion below from 2015 event: Experience the majestic tall trees near Warburton. Through science and enchanting storytelling learn about our water, wildlife and woodchips. Become part of the movement to create the Great Forest National Park for the survival of the Fairy (Leadbeater's) Possum and all living things. - [Warburton Aqueduct] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Warburton-Aqueduct.html): Picture from the Warburton Aquaduct walking and bike trail. - [Lala falls WARBURTON - Taken August 8, 2011] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/220700): A happy snap from Paul @ WarburtonInfo on his old Nokia phone. If you have a great picture of Lala Falls in Warburton - please send and we will post. - [Redwood Walk - Lala falls end of Warburton] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Redwood-walk-Warburton): Photographer: Visnja Prtenjaca - [Carpark at an entrance to the Warburton Aquaduct Walking Trail] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/200984): Picture from the Warburton Aquaduct walking and bike trail. - [Warburton Aquaduct Trail] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/200983): Picture from the Warburton Aquaduct walking and bike trail. - [Mount Donna Buang: Girl in red coat. Excellent snow cover] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/snow-on-mt-donna-2009): Photograph: Paul Jackson. June 13, 2009 - [The Big Redwoods] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/The-Redwood-Forrest-Image-2): Redwood Forrest - Listed on the register of significant trees of Victoria - [Richards Tramway Walk - Tramlines] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Richards-Tramway-Walk-Tramlines-Picture.html): Thanks again to Greg for this walk idea - recommended and allow 2 hours from parking the car at Big Pats Creek to have a walk and stop and regard the tramlines and other points of interest along the way. - [Richards Tramway Walk - Big Pats Creek / Warburton] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Richards-Tramway-Walk-Cutting.html): The info sign for this walk says 20 mins to the 'top' - but we walked in for 35-40 minutes and - after returning to the sign on the way out - think we almost got to the end. The walk follows the route the saw miller William Richards began constructing in 1916 - to gain access to timber in the Starvation Creek Valley. - [Termite mound beside Richards Tramway Walk] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Termite-Mound-Yarra-Ranges): There are some fantastic large trees still standing but very burnt from the 1983 Ash Wednesday fires - the country felt drier with more grasses and less ferns - than other walks closer to Warburton and near the Aqua duct. - [Bright green mould on a tree - Richards Tramway Walk] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/green-mould-on-yarra-ranges-tree): The striking colour of this green mould on just a handful of small trees - really jumped out of the bush. Also look out for the large black tree about 30 minutes in - which was struck by 30 000 volts of lightening and still has the scar running down the trunk. - [Big Pats Creek - About 7kms from Warburton Post Office] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Big-Pats-Creek-River): Great destination walk OR drive, park here and walk Richards Tramway Walk or one of the opther walks nearby. - [Bridge at Big Pats Creek] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Bridge-at-Big-Pats-Creek): Near the start of Mississippi Road and trun off to Big Pats Creek picnic area. - [Big Pats Creek - Fallen tree near the river] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Big-Pats-Creek): Great destination walk OR drive, park here and walk Richards Tramway Walk or one of the other walks nearby. - [Eric Bana in Warburton at Good Food Room] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/435607): Do you have a picture of a famous Australian person in Warburton? If it is a happy snap like this, send it through to paul@warburtoninfo.com:) - [Lala Falls - Track and viewing platform upgraded] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/lala-falls-track-upgrade-2012): Picture taken late July 2012. Both the track and viewing platform, including a couple of lovely small stone bridges, have recently completed an upgrade. Go for a walk, about 30 minutes each way. - [Mount Donna Buang Tower] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Mount-Donna-Buang-Tower): Picture of the tower on Mount Donna Buang. Snow - August 2012. - [EJ Gerrish Motors (Warburton) where pedestrian crossing is now - Waterwheel side] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/EJ-Gerrish-Motors-Warburton): "It was opposite the Post Office, right where the pedestrian lights are in front of the Water Wheel, on the same side as the Water wheel. If you stand on the Water wheel side of the road at the pedestrian lights you can see where the petrol pumps were as the concrete stumps are still in the ground. Have a look next time you are there and see if you can spot them. If you wanted to buy petrol you would simply pull up (as if parking in the main street) and the petrol was pumped into your car... - [Giant gum tree falls in Warburton - Sunday Jan 13, 2013] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Giant-gum-tree-falls-across-river-in-Warburton): This giant mountain ash gum tree fell across the Yarra river (behind the main street shops) along Thomas Avenue in Warburton on Jan 13, 2013. Narrowly missing several cars, it crashed to the ground. Local authorities had to consider what to do with the tree. Issues of river management, pedestrian access and habitat for local animals are all in the mix. In mif Feb 2013, the tree has been removed and only the stump on the far side shows it was once there. - [The Ada Tree - Approx 26km SE of Warburton] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Ada-Tree-Warburton-Powelltown.html): This massive tree is a favourite for walkers. The Ada is over 300 years old and stands 76m tall. Make a walk to the Ada Tree the 'walk of the day' - so you can enjoy the destination and the journey there and back. - [Warburton VIC - Autumn Photo by Lara Goodger] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Autumn-Trees-Warburton-Vic.html): Thanks Lara for this great shot - posted on WarburtonInfo.com Facebook last week. - [Toboggan Hire on Mt Donna Buang - 2013 and 2015 pictures] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Picture-of-Terrys-Toboggan-Hire-Mt-Donna-Buang): You can hire toboggans and get hot food at the car park, situated about 200m walk below the summit and toboggan runs. Thanks Cath and Jakie for these pictures. - [A visitor from Queensland in the snow] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/grandma-in-the-snow): Thanks Cath for this picture - your Mum is a long way from home - and sure colder than Queensland - but isn't it special! - [I'm in Warburton - where are you?] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/where-in-warburton-are-you): Thanks David for this picture of your Grandson Levi. We like his style - he knows where he's at! Anyone to Warburton can find this giant local map outside the Warburton Bakery. - [Picture by Stephanie Hills - 22 July 2013] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Stephanie-H-July-2013): Thanks for the great pictures Stephanie - looks beautiful up there today. Also a great banner shot we placed at the top of this page :) ED. - [Snow on road to Mt Donna Buang - July 2013] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Cath-Snowchaser-Murphy-July2013): Taken by Cath 'Snowchaser' Murphy. - [Warburton Skate Park] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Warburton-Skate-Park.html): The Warburton Skate Park is under construction and looking great. It's going to be a great community asset and also one would think - an additional attraction for families and visitors to Warburton. - [Great Steps of Warburton - At the Warburton Waterwheel] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Great-Mosaic-Steps-Warburton.html): The Great Steps of Warburton is a large scale mosaic created by the entire Warburton community in a series of workshops April-May 2014. It was installed in July 2014 and looks great! - [Thanks Alfred S - posted on WarburtonInfo Facebook on July 15, 2015] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Alfred-S-July-15-Snow-pic): Alfred posted some great pics and this useful update using his GPS: Very heavy snow this afternoon. At 944 m. altitude snow started at 3:30 pm. At 1018 m. at 3:45 pm, it increased heavily. Because of the newly covered snow, the road was ... - [Yuonga Road tree trunk sculptures in Warburton] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Yuonga-Road-Tree-Trunk-Sculpture.html): How cool are these! Spotted at the carpark top of Yuonga Rd on the O'shannassy Aqueduct Trail. Who did these - be cool to post the credit here - let us know :) - [Skull rocks on Mt Donna Buang? Posted 9 May 2016] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Skull-Rocks-Mount-Donna-Buang): Shayal has sent us this picture of what appears to be a giant skull (and maybe more nearby) - anyone know anything? Certainly an interesting pic, thanks Shayal! - [Mt Donna Snow - Pic of the day 24 June 2016 - Tania M] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Mt-Donna-Snow-Pic-Of-The-Day-24June2016.html): A winter wonderland! Thanks Tania, nice pic and thanks for posting on WarburtonInfo facebook. - [Parks Victoria, VicRoads working to clear snow on Mt Donna] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/ParksVictoria-VicRoads-clearing-Snow-MtDonna-2016.html): Magdeline Ko took this picture and wrote: Thanks to all the guys from Parks Victoria, VicRoads, and all involved working hard today to make sure all the road and conditions safe for all the snow visitor today!! - [Patchy sightseeing snow on Mt Donna Buang] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Patchy-Sightseeing-Snow-Mt-Donna-Buang.html): Warburtoninfo.com file photo of 'patchy sightseeing snow'. This usually happens after a good fall of snow, followed by several days of temperatures above 0° - [Mt Donna toboggan run during snow 2016] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Mt-Donna-Buang-Toboggan-Run-Snow-2016.html): PICTURE: Laura W on 25 June 2016. Nice one down one of the toboggan slopes. Help get the word out :) Check and share your posts and pics on Warburtoninfo snow FB page - [Completed: Giro della Donna event - Sunday 27 November 2016] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Giro-della-Donna-Cycling-event.html): Back in 2017! Stay tuned. 2016 promo: Join the CyclingTips team on Sunday November 27, 2016 for the second edition of our flagship event, the Giro della Donna. Last year's event was an incredible mix of riding, superb weather, sublime kits, and plenty of laughs. - [COMPLETED: October 2 - 3, 2012 - 1.30pm Crochet with Le Simmons] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/crochet-le-simmons.html): Have fun as you are guided through the basic skills of crochet. We will learn how to read a simple pattern, how to create the four basic stiches and how work in rows and rounds. Tues 2nd Oct - Healesville Wed 3rd Oct - The Arts Centre Warburton - [COMPLETED: May 16 - 19, 2014 - Warburton Harmony Festival ] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/warburton-harmony-festival.html): Harmony Festival 2014 is a joyous four day celebration of harmony, community, spiritual diversity and development! 2014 will mark the fifth celebration of the Harmony Festival and promises to emulate the success of its predecessors. An unforgettable event! - [COMPLETED: February 14-16, 2014 - GRAPE GRAZING FESTIVAL - Warburton Highway Participants] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/grape-grazing-festival.html): This popular valley wide event is back on - a 3 day festival of fine wine, delicious food, boutique ciders and locally brewed beers. Enjoy all that the Warburton Highway participating wineries have to offer during Grape Grazing 14-16 Feb 2014. Weekend passes are available – which gives you access to 30 General Admission ‘grazing’ events during the three-day festival. - [ Blackwood 8 Gala Cocktail Evening - annual fundraiser] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Blackwood8-Brain-Cancer-Research-fundraiser.html): Last event: 21 October 2016. Come along and join the Blackwood 8 Community in a fun filled night, raising money for brain cancer research and support services. - [Warburton Oil Crisis Tribe] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/215084): The Warburton Oil Crisis Tribe or WOCT is a group of people who are passionate about creating sustainable communities that will lead humankind into a new paradigm of living in harmony with the Earth and with one another. - [Cire Services (Yarra Junction & Mount Evelyn) Ph: 1300 835 235] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Cire-Services.html): Cire Services is proud to provide lifelong learning, care and support services for all age groups and interests. Our head office is centrally located in Yarra Junction (next door to the post office) and offers information on our many courses, and course enrolments; community and in-home care services; our family and children’s services and our community school, which caters for secondary school students who may have had difficulty in mainstream schooling. All enquiries are welcome. - [Amnesty International - Warburton - Contact Sue - 0404 860 820] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Amnesty-International-Warburton.html): Amnesty International Upper Yarra Group has changed its meeting day and venue. We are now meeting on the last Saturday of the month at 10am at the Community Space behind the shops in Warburton. Please call Sue on 0404 860 820 or contact via email if interested in coming to a meeting. - [Warburton Post Office - New owners Jack and Maggy] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Warburton-Post-Office): The Warburton Licensed Post Office has Great line of Gifts available Budget CDs, Videos and DVDs available Jack, Maggy and staff look forward to helping you. - [Habitat Nursery - Nursery open all year - Phone 03 5966 9047 (Please see times below for seasons)] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Habitat-Nursery-East-Warburton.html): Situated in the beautiful East Warburton are the Habitat Nursery and Orchards where you can enjoy a full day of picking Blueberries, Raspberries and Youngberries, Chestnuts and Hazelnuts (depending on the time of year). Ideal backdrop for wedding photos. - [Smile - Warburton local Luke Whiteside] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/surviving-georgia-film-in-warburton.html): Luke was an extra on the Surviving Georgia film in 2009 - he played a Marriage Celebrant - pictured here with two Melbourne based bridesmaids - including actress Alice Foulcher (centre) . For those of you that know Luke - his part as Marriage Celebrant was close to the real thing :) - [Smile! Caroline O'Connor and Marlene Magee] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Caroline-OConnor-in-Warburton.html): This great pic taken at the Warburton Golf Club during the filming of Surviving Georgia in 2009 - [Smile Pia Miranda! You're on Warburton Valley time] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/celebrity-in-warburton-pia-miranda.html): Pia Miranda is wearing a great Warburton Valley smile - seen here in Warburton during filing for Surviving Georgia Movie. - [Gladysdale Primary School - Ph 03 5966 6202 (Also home of the Gladysdale Apple Wine Festival)] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Gladysdale-Primary-School.html): Gladysdale Primary School serves the semi rural community of the picturesque Little Yarra Valley. The school is a focal point for families and is serving 86 children's formal educational needs. The school population is ideal - small enough to be personal - large enough to have benefits. Children have developed respect and pride in their school and are encouraged to be inquiring, independent, responsible and self disciplining. - [COMPLETED: January 18, 2015 - Yarra Ranges Donkey Festival - Ph: (03) 5966909] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Yarra-Ranges-Donkey-Festival.html): Gates open to the public at 9am, and demonstrations start at 9.30am. Entry $5 per adult, $2 per child or $10 per family. Funds raised go to Donkey Society of Victoria and Upper Yarra SES - [S Class Train On Turntable West End of Warburton Station. Sponsor: Paul & Visnja. History by Robin Fisher.] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/428776): Member of the S Class about to be turned on the orginal turntable at the west end of Warburton Station Yard - [O'Shannassy Aquadeuct, Lyrebird & Leadbeater Possum - Sponsor: Arrabri Lodge. History by Robin Fisher.] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/O'Shannassy-Aquadeuct-Mural-Project.html): The O'Shannassy river scheme involved the diversion of the river by means of three concrete weirs at a point about 6 kilometres above its confluence with the Yarra River and from there delivering the water to Surrey Hills Reservoir via an aqueduct and pipe line, 78 kilometres in length. - [1960s Main Street of Warburton] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/455974): Sponsored by the Ryan Family - [Sponsored by K G Thomas] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/428782): Note from Chris Thomas: The mural that we have sponsored is actually from a photograph that includes my brother Wayne and myself walking home from School in the early 1960’s, possibly 1961 or 62. Amazing coincidence but Norm Orr actually showed me the photo in the first place just because it was a nice photo, I said to Norm it looked like Wayne & I. When I went home... - [Sponsored by Warburton Caravan Park] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/428772): Do you have a story or history about this place or picture? Send your info to paul@warburtoninfo.com and we will upload. We'd love to share the stories of people and times gone by in Warburton. - [Picture above: The lower side of the platform being painted.] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/428787): Picture above: The lower side of the platform being painted with trains from Warburton. The area above was the platform where - for many decades - people waited to catch their trains to Melbourne from Warburton. - [Sponsored by Warburton Post Office] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/428785): The Warburton Train Station - as it was. Up behind where the Warburton waterwheel now sits. - [Sponsored by What Nots] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/428778): Do you have a story or history about this place or picture? Send your info to paul@warburtoninfo.com and we will upload. We'd love to share the stories of people and times gone by in Warburton. - [Sponsored by Warburton Bakery] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/428773): Do you have a story or history about this place or picture? Send your info to paul@warburtoninfo.com and we will upload. We'd love to share the stories of people and times gone by in Warburton. - [Sponsored by Warburton Post Office] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/428783): Locomotive D3 639 K166 hauled the carriages from Lilydale to Warburton for the last time on August 1st, 1965 - [Signs Publishing Company] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/455977): Sponsored by SIGNS - [Warburton Chalet (Orginally "Mayer") Sponsor: Deloraine Homestead. History by Robin Fisher.] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Warburton-Chalet-Mural-Project.html): In 1928 Philip Henry Mayer, an ex Mayor of Northcote, purchased "Woodlands" situated on the rise alongside Scotchman's Creek and had plans drawn up and built the most up-to-date Guest House of 50 rooms. - [Edwin Ted Chisholm - Sponsored by Warburton Advancement League] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Edwin-Ted-Chisholm-mural-project.html): Do you have a story or history about Ted or this picture? Send your info to paul@warburtoninfo.com and we will upload. We'd love to share the stories of people and times gone by in Warburton. - [COMPLETED: February 7, 2015 - Mt Donna Buang 'Everesting Event'] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Everest-Donna-Buang-Bike-Event-Feb-2015.html): 25 invited riders will race up and down Mt Donna Buang to equate a climb to the top of Mt Everest. We wish them good luck and a cool bottle of water along the way. Phew! - [COMPLETED: November 22 - Saturday 10am - 4pm - OPEN GARDEN - $3 - TEL: 5966 9827] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/open-garden-fundraiser.html): IN AID OFBENWERREN – TIME OUT FOR WOMEN. AT 506 WOODS POINT ROAD, EAST WARBURTON - [COMPLETED: November 1- 3, 2014 - Victorian Trail Running Festival - 5 events over 3 days - Brought to you by Big Run Events] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Victorian-Trail-Running-Festival.html): The Yarra State Forest near Warburton is a hidden gem when it comes to Trail running. Only an hour or so out of the Melbourne CBD, the scenery and the forest are awesome, featuring towering eucalypts and other forest giants, coupled with a lush fern covered undergrowth. Everything a trail runner could dream of. We are offering a great variety of events with a festival atmosphere at the event hub and campsite. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED. - [COMPLETED: October 26 - Medieval Village Fair returns to Camelot Castle, Yellingbo] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Medieval-Village-Fair.html): Gallant knights will clash swords and merry minstrels will sing in bustling marketplace at the Medieval Village Fair on Sunday 26 October. The unique family event at the iconic Camelot Castle in Yellingbo is back by popular demand following the enormous success of last year's inaugural event. - [COMPLETED: July 1,8,9 &10 - 10am and 1.30pm Sessions Daily - SCHOOL HOLIDAY ACTIVITY] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/sound-factor-studio-School-Holiday-Activity.html): Calling all pirate kids this July......The Mermaid's pearls have been stolen and unless they are returned The Mermaid's heart cannot return to sailing the Seven Seas....Help Captain Ruby Williams and her side-kicks, Scarlet James and Calico Jack, as they attempt to find the missing pearls. - [COMPLETED: Easter 2014 - Big Forest Run - 'Powelly to Warby' - Watch this space for another event in 2014] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/powelly-to-warby-big-forest-run.html): The first local event at Easter was a huge success with almost 100 participants. The Big Forest Run is now looking to hold a second event and we'll announce it here as soon as we get details. The pristine forests of the Yarra Valley in Victoria are a great place for trail running! - [June 21 - 22 - Shortest Lunch - Smaller Wineries - $10 entry includes souvenir glass - Ph 03 9730 2800] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/shortest-lunch-yarra-valley-wineries.html): The Yarra Valley’s smaller winemakers invite you all to join them for the 2014 Shortest Lunch. A moving feast of entrée size meals, it's the perfect way to meander around the Valley’s boutique wineries and savour great food, wine and music, without the hustle and bustle. - [COMPLETED: May 24 - between 1:00 pm & 5:00 pm - Eastern Veterans Cycling Club , Omara Eastern 100 Bicycle Race] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Omara-Eastern-100-Bicycle-Race.html): Little Yarra Road, Yarra Junction (Yarra Junction - Noojee Road, Yarra Junction, Powelltown and Piedmont), between 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm - [Smile! At Altitude Hair Studio in Yarra Junction] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/532708): What a welcoming bunch of smiles to greet customers at Altitude Hair Studio in Yarra Junction. - [Smile! Cooling off in the Yarra River in Warburton] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/531356): Warburton Valley is starting a collection of smiles from locals, shopkeepers AND visitors. If you have a picture of you smiling enjoying 'Warburton Valley Time' - send it through. - [Smile - You're with the Warburton Fairy!] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/532706): Little Fairy Mia explains some Fairy business to the Warburton Fairy - [Smile! At Warburton Pantry in Warburton] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/531191): Warburton Valley is starting a collection of smiles from locals, shopkeepers AND visitors. If you have a picture of you smiling enjoying 'Warburton Valley Time' - send it through. - [Smile Eric Bana! Enjoy Warburton Valley time :)] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/celebrity-in-warburton-eric-bana.html): Eric Bana wears his Warburton Valley smile on a beautiful Warby day - alongside another great smile from local Hilary. In the background, The Polish Jester has now been replaced with Little Joe Woodfired Pizza. - [Smile! At St Vinnies in Warburton] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/531192): Warburton is starting a collection of smiles from locals, shopkeepers AND visitors. If you have a picture of you smiling enjoying 'Warburton Valley Time' - send it through. - [Smile! At Riverview Cafe in Warburton] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/531190): Warburton is starting a collection of smiles from locals, shopkeepers AND visitors. If you have a picture of you smiling enjoying 'Warburton Valley Time' - send it through. - [Kofi Kunkpe West African Drummer / Percussionist] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/kofi-kunkpe-master-drummer.html): Kofi Kunkpe is a master drummer from the Volta Region of Ghana. In Ghana he performed extensively and taught traditional drumming and dancing to Westerners traveling to his country. A keeper of his culture, he is passionate about sharing it with others. - [COMPLETED: April 13 & 14 - Open Garden in Warburton 'Redwoods Garden'] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Redwoods-Open-Garden.html): Redwoods Garden will be open to the public on April 13 & 14 as part of the Australian Open Garden Scheme. Redwoods is located at 17 Leila Road, Warburton and is open from 10:00AM to 4:30PM on both days, admission is $7 per person, under 18 are free. The owners proceeds from the gate takings is to be donated to the Fred Hollows Foundation. - [COMPLETED: April 8 - Community Meeting East Warburton - Mobile Phone Coverage Problems] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/community-meeting-east-warburton.html): At Millwarra Primary School. East Warburton. As part of the on-going establishment of a Community Fire Refuge, a public meeting has been arranged to discuss the lack of mobile coverage and the feasibility of the installation of a tower with Telstra. It is relevant to residents of East Warburton, McMahon’s Creek, Reefton, & Big Pats Creek. - [COMPLETED: March 3 - Clean Up Australia Day - 8.30am - 12.30pm] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/clean-up-australia-day-Warburton.html): Join the Warburton Clean Up Australia Day Team. BRING GLOVES AND A RUBBISH BAG OR TWO. Use the link below to join up online or just turn up. Alternatively email local organiser Kate Barratt if you have a local question. 8:30am meet at Main Street Community Garden. 12:30pm meet at Redwood Community Centre for lunch. - [COMPLETED: October 21 - 2.30 pm – A Conversation of Chairs - Ph Susan 0408 144 637] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/conversation-of-chairs.html): Escaped from the forest - The wild wood range Furniture by Sculptor Brett Bancroft. "A Conversation of Chairs" Featuring Two chairs of the forest and the "Know Where" Stool - [COMPLETED: September 27 - 28 - Painting Mermaids with Visnja] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/painting-mermaids.html): Journey under the sea with local artist (and harp playing musician) Visnja. Using watercolours on paper, delve into the beauty and mythology of Mermaids and Tritons. Bring your favourite sea shell or treasured beach find to inspire the background of your picture. Ages 6 and higher. Teenagers and adults welcome. - [The Redwood Centre - 3505 Warburton Hwy, Warburton] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Redwood-centre-warburton.html): Open Mon-Tue-Thu 10am - 6pm. Providing Youth and Family Support. Advice and referral to local services. Drop in or call 59 66 23 20 - [COMPLETED: September 13 (Thursday) - Warburton Preschool Night Market -] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Warburton-Preschool.html): 2 Riverside Drive, Warburton. 6.30pm - 9.00pm. Come and support the 2013-2014 Warby Primary intakes! Sausage sizzle, Tea / Coffee, Cakes, Tupperware, Learning Ladder, Nutrimetics, Homemade Cards, Kids Clothes and more! - [COMPLETED: Saturday September 1: Film Extras Needed - Outside Healesville Memorial Hall - Ph Donna 0419896350] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/film-extras-Healesville.html): When: 2.00pm Saturday 1st September How long for: 1 hour (we will finish filming by 3.00pm) Where: Outside Healesville Memorial Hall How Many?: 100 people if we can!Restrictions: Unfortunately no children under 12 as things are still being set up inside. - [COMPLETED: August 25 at 11:00am - Edible Warburton - Working Bee] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/438419): Warburton, Vic - A community group coming together to make Warburton a self-sufficient, resilient, generous and delicious town. Working Bee on Saturday, August 25 at 11:00am in UTC+10 at Thomas Ave behind the Bendigo Bank - [COMPLETED: August 4, 2012 - The Official 'I Lived in Warburton' Reunion] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/I-Lived-In-Warburton-Reunion.html): Lunch and function to be held at The Warburton Golf Course. (Meal Options: Lamb and roast vegetables, Chicken and roast vegetables) This one is for you 'Facebookers' as it has and is only being networked on Facebook. Go for it! Have fun! And if you see a great little cap for sale at the Warburton Golf Club (with a platypus on it) there are only abut 20 left at $20 each - and they support Warburton Primary School. - [Edible Warburton] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/edible-warburton.html): Warburton, Vic - A community group coming together to make Warburton a self-sufficient, resilient, generous and delicious town. - [Warburton Quality Meats (Butcher) - Call Mick 03 5966 2092] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/warburton-quality-meats.html): Open 7 Days - 3461 Warburton Highway - Beside the IGA and TruValue Hardware. Come in and check out this weeks specials they change every week - like our Chicken Kiev's, best Kiev's in the valley! - [Warburton Christian Playgroup - Contact: Ngaire Holman on 03 5964 7341] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/411067): Warburton Christian Playgroup has been functioning now for just over 6 years. The intent was to bring a professional playgroup program to the many mothers in the Upper Yarra community who feel the need of some contact with other parents and to give their children somewhere to play with their peers. - [Little Yarra Steiner School - Ph 03 5967 1953] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Little-Yarra-Steiner-School.html): Little Yarra Steiner School is a K-12 Steiner School offering children what you would expect from a Steiner School:an early childhood setting based on the rhythm of a home-like environment;the Class teacher period (1-8) guided by the beauty of epochial themes;and a High School (9-12) awakening the young person to truth in preparation of meeting the future with the inner strength and skills most amongst us would only have dreamed possible - [Upper Yarra Secondary College - Ph 03 5967 1877] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Upper-Yarra-Secondary-College.html): Upper Yarra Secondary College is located in the Yarra Valley, about 65 km east of Melbourne, Australia in the state of Victoria. About 600 students from Years 7 to 12 attend UYSC. Students enrol in the school, coming from thirteen different Primary Schools. - [Warburton Primary School - PHONE: (03) 5966 2010] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Warburton-Primary-School.html): Warburton Primary School is a vibrant, caring school community situated in extensive and picturesque grounds in the Upper Yarra Valley at Warburton. Our school is built on sound relationships with our students and wider school community, who are an integral part of the school's operations. Warburton students are actively engaged in a broad curriculum that has Literacy and Numeracy as a focus, yet caters for their creative and physical needs. - [Warburton Bowls Club - Ph 5966 2391] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/Warburton-Bowls-Club.html): See website for more details. There is a weekly $10 dinner available - Saturday Nights 6pm - 8pm BUT ONLY DURING PENNANT SEASON. Advice is that will recommence sometime SEPT 2012. If anyone has an update on that - let me know. (Paul 0409 004 770) - [Upper Yarra Community Environment Park] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/219794): is situated on a beautiful 7.5 hectare site in Wesburn, Victoria which is currently being developed for community use. It is an exciting and visionary community-led initiative to create, support and showcase sustainable solutions to the big issues of climate change, renewable energy, sustainable lifestyle and learning. - [Yarra Valley FM - Phone 03 5961 5991] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/yarra-valley-fm.html): We are your local community radio station broadcasting 24 hours a day, every day of the year from Victoria, Australia on 99.1FM. You can pick up our signal in the Yarra Ranges, Cardinia and Murrindindi shires, as well as many eastern Melbourne suburbs, or you can listen on the Web. - [Warburton Presbyterian Church - Ph 03 5966 2309] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/220802): Sundays at 10am. Worship God in spirit and in truth. (UPDATE: The Gum Leaf Lounge is a place where you can come and enjoy some company while you do what you do. Add some pieces to a jigsaw, play scrabble, do some scrapbooking, read a book, or just take a chance to chat. Monday from 10.00 to 3.00 at 3469 Warburton Highway. Supported by the Warburton Presbyterian Church. Posted: 2010-11-25 17:24 by Brian Harvey) - [Seventh Day Adventist Church - Ph 03 5966 2883 (am only)] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/220803): Serving the Upper Yarra since 1906. Group Bible study Saturday (All Ages) 9.30am Worship Hour Saturday 10.55am - [Warburton Vinnies] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/229663): Do you have a few hours to spare every week and would like to make some new friends? Come and volunteer at our Warburton Vinnies Centre! - [Kitchen Fairytales CD] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/212178): Kitchen Fairytales explores the themes of yearning for adventure, living in the modern world and the solace of domestic life. The songs and instrumentals feature lovely vocal melodies, piano, tin whistles and folk harps with a touch of Celtic, French and contemporary sounds. I hope you and your friends enjoy Kitchen Fairytales! Kitchen Fairytales track listing: Drive With Me Castle All My Life You Want More Dishes and Coffee London The Returning My Bonny Boy and more... - [Warburton Fairy - fairy art created in Warburton, Victoria.] (https://www.WarburtonInfo.com/blog/212177): Warburton Fairy was started by Visnja, an artist who grew up admiring the work of Arthur Rackham, Edmund Dulac and Cicely Mary Barker's Flower Fairies. She aims to increase appreciation of this type of fantasy art which draws on this great tradition. Visnja has no formal artistic training. She lives with her husband and daughter in Warburton. Visnja is also a singer/songwriter.