The Wimmera

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Introducing The Wimmera

The Wimmera is an endless expanse of wheat fields and sheep properties bisected by the Western Hwy (A8), the main route between Melbourne and Adelaide.

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The major attractions in the region are the Grampians National Park, Mt Arapiles State ParkAustralia’s most famous rock-climbing venue (known as Djurite to Koories) – and the Little Desert National Park. The Wimmera was the training ground for Australia’s first international cricket team – an all-Aboriginal team that toured England in 1868.

Last updated: Feb 17, 2009

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