With landscapes dominated by the spectacular Grampians ranges, picturesque waterfalls, volcanic plains and red-gum dotted rolling hills of pastures, meeting in the Southern Grampians is nothing short of memorable. 

Positioned centrally between Melbourne and Adelaide, the Southern Grampians region, is perfectly placed to bring people together, boasting venues and attractions to ensure your event is remembered for the right reasons.
 300km west of Melbourne, an hour from the Great Ocean Road, 90 minutes from the Coonawarra and just up the road from the Budj Bim Cultural Landscape- this is a natural meeting place.

The first sighting of the searing peaks of Mt Sturgeon (Wurgarri) and Mt Abrupt (MudDadjug) puncturing through the surrounding fertile soils commands your immediate attention and awe.

These two almighty mountainous sentinels have been guarding the landscape of the Djap Wurrong country for over 400-million years, and serve to welcome you to the southern tip of the Grampians (Gariwerd) mountain range. This charming village has evolved into a world class dining destination, with Wickens at Royal Mail Hotel complemented by enriching, authentic, local experiences that today’s discerning business traveller yearns for.

Hamilton, both the geographic and business hub of the region, has been the centre of a large and wealthy pastoral industry for over 160 years and has grown to become a thriving regional city. Boasting most of our venues, restaurants, accommodation options, attractions and group experiences, plus boutique shopping, diverse architecture, botanic treasures and surprises down every painted laneway.  

Our 10 regional towns and villages give organisers plenty of opportunity to enjoy the distinctive charisma and character on offer, and beyond the boundaries of the Southern Grampians, our friendly neighbours await discovery.

 

To the North are Halls Gap and the Northern Grampians (45 min from Dunkeld), Ararat (50 min from Dunkeld), Horsham (90 min from Hamilton), and the charming winemaking villlages of the Grampians. From here discover Aboriginal rock art, the Silo Art Trail and epic mountain adventures. 

 

South via the UNESCO World-Heritage Listed Budj Bim Cultural Landscape (30 min from Hamilton), you're at the Great Ocean Road, with the charming towns of Port Fairy, Warrnambool and the vistas of the 12-Apostles at your fingertips.

 

To the East is South Australia, with Mt Gambier, the limestone coast and the Coonawarra Vineyards only 90 minutes from Hamilton.

West through Victoria's historic Goldfields including regional cities such as Ballarat, or the ocean-fronted Geelong, is Australia's most vibrant city; Melbourne.   

Hamilton is situated on the intersection of three major highways; Hamilton B140, Glenelg B160 and Henty A200. Driving here is easy, and coming from Melbourne, Dunkeld is the most spectacular stop headed West. 

Public Transport: Hamilton and Dunkeld are serviced by daily V/Line coaches which connect with trains from Ballarat, Warrnambool, Geelong and Melbourne. 

Fly to Hamilton Airport from Melbourne in 45 minutes via a charter service or for an extra special trip, treat VIP guests to a helicopter experience over the Grampians National Park before landing at your chosen accommodation. 

Once in region, we have several local hire car, charter bus and coach companies available, and many key itinerary locations are within walking or cycling distance for delegates wishing to stretch their legs. 

• 168,281 hectares of Grampians National Park (Gariwerd)

• 400 million year old landscapes
• 22,000 year Aboriginal history  

• 295 kilometres west of Melbourne

• 6,652km2 land area in the Southern Grampians Shire
• 24,000 people live in the Greater Hamilton catchment area
• 466,000 hectares of some of the most fertile land under production in Australia
• 3rd largest volcanic plain in the world; Western Volcanic Plains