Explore Cobram Barooga

Cobram Barooga is one of Australia’s finest golf clubs it is located on the Victoria-NSW border and has two championship-standard golf courses. The Old Course is not long by modern standards, however, the clever design and narrow fairways provide a good test of skill to any player. The West Course has wider fairways and larger greens, with more slopes than the old course. The West Course is also slightly longer than the Old Course. Apart from two great courses, the club has a practice range, golf nets and 2 practice putting greens. The Clubhouse offers cafe & bistro meals, music, TAB facilities, raffles, bingo and poker machines. Courtesy bus service is also available. The clubhouse is approx. 300 metres from us here at the Sportsmans Motor Inn.

Clubhouse: (03) 5873 4304
Golf Shop: (03) 5873 4372

Website: www.cbgc.com.au

Located in Barooga NSW, Bullanginya Dreaming is a mesmerising $1.5M laser light and sound experience, that perfectly blends Indigenous insights with the elemental forces of light, water, and fire.

Visitors to Bullanginya Dreaming will traverse the 1.8km immersive night-time walking track, encountering 12 unique activations that describe the distinct stories of local Indigenous culture and identity.

Through immersive art experiences and heritage celebration, Bullanginya Dreaming cultivates unity, respect, and appreciation for the rich legacy of the Bangerang people.

To book tickets online, please go to: bullanginyadreaming.com.au

The Barooga Botanical Gardens are delightful, well-established gardens. Maintained by the local community, it is a great place to spend a few hours enjoying the beautiful layout. Take a stroll through the gardens – all the trees and shrubs are well identified and facilities include a covered playground, public toilets, shelter and free barbeque facilities.

The region is famous for its numerous stretches of pristine, sandy beaches and Thompson’s Beach at Cobram does not disappoint. A few minutes drive from the centre of town, it is located in an idyllic setting and is a lovely spot to soak up the tranquillity of the Murray River. Shaded by the magnificent, towering river red gums and floodlit in the evenings, it is the perfect spot to relax or for a family get-together. Enjoy free electric BBQ’s, a playground area for children, swimming, walking, beach cricket, volleyball, canoeing and fishing.

The cactus and succulent collection has plants up to 50 years old and has become a favourite attraction not just for the avid collector but for the many tourists that visit the area. Once you’re out amongst the plants you really feel like you’re in another country. There are approximately 4,000 different species from North America and Mexico, South America and Africa. Cactus Country is a 10 minute drive west along the Murray Valley Highway to Strathmerton

Opens: Daily 9.00am to 5.00pm
Closed: Christmas Day, New Years Day & Boxing Day
Phone: 0427 745 271
Email: info@cactuscountry.com.au
Website: www.cactuscountry.com.au

Tocumwal Golf Club consists of two immaculately presented Championship courses with excellent quick greens and gently undulating fairways of wintergreen couch. The Presidents Course with deeper bunkering is heavily treed. Strategic bunkers and more water in play on the links-style Captains Course. A major drawcard is the fact the holes can be arranged into another four composite courses, therefore the golfer can play up to six different courses. Come and experience this exceptional sporting venue on the Murray River.

Phone: (03) 5874 9111

Website: www.clubtocumwal.com

As Australia’s largest public access golf resort and rated a ‘top 100’, the Yarrawonga Mulwala Golf Club Resort offers the keen golfer or the casual player three well-designed, well-manicured, immaculate courses each with their own special appeal set amongst a beautiful natural landscape. The resort boasts two 18 holes courses, the Murray Course and the Lake Course, and the 9 hole Executive Course. Visitors are welcome to play in regular competitions and events. Men’s competitions are held on Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. Ladies competitions are on Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday.

Phone: (03) 5744 1911
Pro Shop: (03) 5744 3983

Website: www.yarragolf.com.au

With the Black Bull 18 Hole composite course now open for play, golfers visiting this part of the Murray will be able to enjoy the efforts put in by course Architects Peter Thomson, Ross Perrett and their design team. These exquisitely landscaped holes which are wrapped around the waters of Lake Mulwala have been designed to excite the imagination and test players of all levels, from the Pro to the novice alike. Black Bull golf club is a 25 minute drive from the Sportsmans Motor Inn, located on the banks of Lake Mulwala and the Murray River just through the other side of Yarrawonga.

Phone: (03) 5744 0044

Website: www.blackbullgc.com.au

Corowa golf club is just metres away from the mighty Murray River and boasts magnificent scenery, the course is a 27 hole championship-rated golf course offering challenges to all levels of golfing ability. The original course, one of the most charming to play in Australia, was designed by Al Howard and established in 1955. It is nestled amongst river gums along the course of the Murray River and offers golfers of all abilities a challenging and rewarding round that only a course of this age can. The front 9 holes were established in 1980, the front 9 fairways are mostly long and open, unlike the old course, offering the variety some golfers may prefer. The course itself is rated in the top 100 public-access golf courses in the country.

Phone: (02) 6033 1466

Website: www.corowagolf.com.au

The Shepparton Golf Club is situated five kilometres from the city centre of Shepparton, It is established in a peaceful rural setting and nestled along the majestic banks of the Goulburn River. Visitors are enticed time and time again by the beautiful and relaxing country atmosphere on offer. The fairways are uncrowded and well tendered, golfing groups are always welcome, as they offer many facilities in catering to any specific requirements, should there be any. The Shepparton Golf Club is very proud of it’s reputation in providing hospitality and catering services for all occasions. Course maintenance and standards are exemplary.

Phone: (03) 5821 2717

Website: www.sheppartongolf.net.au

Rich River Golf Club offers some of the best golf in the country! Opened in 1979 the Par 72 West course has traditional tree-lined fairways with small tricky greens and takes the serious golfer on a 6183m journey. The par 72 East Course was redesigned by Peter Thompson in 1998 and features large greens, wide fairways, Thompson signature bunkers and covers 6131m. Both courses provide outstanding challenges for all players.

Phone: (03) 5481 3372

Website: www.richriver.com.au

Treat yourself to fresh strawberries, homemade ice cream, strawberry pancakes or some fresh jam with a Devonshire tea. Open daily 8.00am till 5.00pm. Located 11 km from Cobram on the Koonoomoo Rd, Koonoomoo, be sure to check out the large range of conserves and a year-round supply of fresh strawberries on sale.

Open: 7 Days a week - 8.00am to 5.00pm

Phone: (03) 5871 1300
Email: sales@thebigstrawberry.com.au

Website: www.thebigstrawberry.com.au

Features mud-brick tasting room with unusual ornamental pig collection. On offer is a wide selection of whites, reds and fortified wines, you can sample the famous ‘Cobram Crème’. Conveniently located midway between Cobram and Yarrawonga on the Murray Valley Highway.
Phone: (03) 5748 4282
Email: info@fyffefieldwines.com.au
Website: www.fyffefield.com.au

Specialising in Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc, Shiraz and fortified wines and also carry a wide selection of delicious sauces, oils and vinegars.

Phone: (03) 5873 5274