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Slow down. Look closer. Immerse yourself in nature Slow down. Look closer. Immerse yourself in nature. Two guided experiences with Dr Kathleen Bagot from _nothinglikenature invite you to reconnect with the natural world; through mindful observation, gentle movement and creativity. 🌿 Forest Bathing | Rippon Lea Estate, Elsternwick Sunday 2 August, 10.30am–12.30pm Slow down and immerse yourself in the 14-acre heritage gardens. Guided by gentle prompts, you’ll take time to breathe deeply, notice the details and experience the landscape from a fresh perspective. 📝Nature Journaling | Rippon Lea Estate, Elsternwick Wednesday 9 September, 10.30am-12.30pm Look closely and capture what you see through drawing, writing or numbers as you explore Rippon Lea’s beautiful gardens through nature journaling, combining mindful observation with a relaxed, creative workshop. Take a moment to reset and experience these special places differently. Book your place via the link in bio, and invite someone you think might enjoy these experiences to join you.
This National Tree Day, we're excited to launch no This National Tree Day, we're excited to launch nominations for the 2026 Victorian Tree of the Year. National Tree Day reminds us of the important role trees play in our communities. Across Victoria, they contribute to biodiversity and wellbeing, provide habitat for wildlife, and tell the story of our history and the enduring connections between people and place. The National Trust's annual Victorian Tree of the Year competition highlights the importance of protecting our significant trees while celebrating the trees that enrich our lives, connect our communities and help shape Victoria's landscapes. Nominate your favourite tree by Sunday 30 August via the link in our bio. Help us uncover Victoria's most loved trees by sharing this post with your local community group, gardening club, historical society, or anyone who's passionate about trees, nature or local history.
Planning your Open House Melbourne weekend? Start Planning your Open House Melbourne weekend? Start with these 5 heritage gems. Open House Melbourne is one of the city’s most anticipated cultural events, offering rare access to some of Victoria’s most fascinating buildings and spaces. If you love history, architecture and heritage, these places deserve a spot on your itinerary. 📍 Harpsdale Homestead
🗓️ Fri 24 – Sun 26 July | 10am–4pm 📍 Montsalvat Foundry – go behind the scenes with an artist and sculptor
🗓️ Sun 26 July | 11am & 2pm 📍 Portable Iron Houses – discover one of Melbourne’s rare prefabricated homes
🗓️ Sun 26 July | 10am–4pm 📍 Light Well House – explore a contemporary home where heritage meets sustainable design
🗓️ Sun 26 July | 10.30am & 1.30pm 📍 Drill Hall – uncover the story behind the conservation of this remarkable heritage building
🗓️ Sun 26 July | 9.30am, 10.45am & 12pm Whether you’re interested in nineteenth-century pastoral life, Melbourne’s gold rush history, artist communities or modern design, there’s something to discover this weekend. Read our blog, 5 Heritage Gems to Explore This Weekend, via the link in our bio for everything you need to plan your visit.
Have you been to one of the Yarra Valley’s oldest Have you been to one of the Yarra Valley’s oldest and most authentic working farm complexes? On Open Days at Gulf Station in Yarra Glen, you can discover what life was like for a nineteenth-century farming family. Join a guided tour at 11.30am or explore at your own pace, wandering through the homestead, heritage gardens, old schoolhouse and historic farm buildings. Meet the resident Clydesdales, peek inside the barns and outbuildings, and imagine the resilience, resourcefulness and hard work that shaped daily life on the land. Pack a picnic and enjoy a relaxing day on the lawns while exploring this remarkable piece of Victoria’s farming history. Share with someone who’d love a day out in the Yarra Valley or book your visit today. 📍Gulf Station, 1029 Melba Hwy, Yarra Glen 🗓️ Last Sunday of the month, 11am-3pm 🗓️ First Thursday of the month, 10am-2pm 🎟️ National Trust members enjoy free entry to Open Days. Membership starts from $90 for an individual or $120 for a household and includes free or discounted entry to hundreds of National Trust places across Australia and thousands more worldwide, plus a range of exclusive member benefits. See link in bio for details.
Ever visited one of our heritage places and left w Ever visited one of our heritage places and left wishing you’d bought that book, keepsake or gift? Good news! You can now shop our growing range online. Browse everything from souvenirs, books, apparel and accessories to homewares inspired by Victoria’s heritage. Discover: 📚 Books including Barwon Park: People and Place, Labassa: House of Dreams, Pentridge: Behind the Bluestone Walls, Gardens of the National Trust of Australia (Victoria) and Picnic at Hanging Rock. 🔐 Ned Kelly-inspired merchandise, Pentridge Prison tote bags, novelty keyrings and fun collectibles. 👕 National Trust vintage magazine cover T-shirts and other apparel. 🧸 Souvenirs including our National Trust teddy bear, puzzles and keepsakes. 🏡 Homewares including our illustrated National Trust properties tea towel, Como House furniture oil and polish, picnic rugs and drink bottles. 🧢 Heritage-inspired accessories, including the Rippon Lea Estate tennis cap. National Trust members receive 10% off when shopping online and in our property gift shops. This is just the beginning, with even more products to come, so keep checking back as new items are added. Save this post for the next time you’re looking for a unique gift with a Victorian heritage twist.
Across Victoria, many of our National Trust proper Across Victoria, many of our National Trust properties are opening their doors, offering places to explore, learn and slow down in beautiful and fascinating heritage settings. In Melbourne: Como House & Garden – enjoy the cornerstone_como café, gift shop, gardens open to the public or a house tour (open daily) Tasma Terrace – visit the Tasma Shop and free ReFashion/transForm exhibition (open Saturday) Polly Woodside - Families can come about a tall ship for Pirate Day (Sunday) Pentridge Prison – step inside the historic prison on a guided tour or families can take part in Prison Break Explorers 2 (open Saturday & Sunday) Old Melbourne Gaol – delve into Melbourne’s darker past on a guided tour or take part in the final weekend of Billie B & The Case of the Missing Treasure (open daily) Up north: Dow’s Pharmacy and Lake View House, Chiltern (open Saturday) Heading west: Barwon Park Mansion, Winchelsea - explore the installation, Wayngurrla - To Make Good & participate in Heritage Futures (open Sunday) Where will you explore this weekend? Share with someone you’d love to go with. Visit the National Trust website to check opening hours and plan your visit. #nationaltrustvic #visitvictoria #everybitdifferent
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