Wandiligong is a small historic village which lies 6 kilometres south of the Alpine holiday town of Bright.
Wandiligong was the site of a small gold rush during the mid-1850s, which saw the town's population climb to around 2,000. The whole town is now registered with the National Trust as a classified landscape and features historical buildings such as the Manchester Unity public hall (built in 1874), the general store, several churches and a number of quaint cottages.
The town itself is set in a picturesque valley surrounded by forests and mountain ranges. Morses Creek runs through Wandiligong and features a walking track which follows the course of the river, extending all the way to the town of Bright. Wandiligong's gold history can be explored at "The Diggings" which is accessed via Centenary Avenue. "The Diggings" was the site of extensive mining and has been beautified with walking tracks and footbridge across Morses Creek.
A popular scenic drive is south along Wandiligong Road, past the iconic Wandi Pub, across Morses Creek and through a valley lined with fruit orchards and tobacco fields. A drive along School Road is also worthwhile, passing in front of the Wandiligong Primary School (established in 1860) and along a scenic ridge which provides good views west across the town with forested mountains providing a stunning backdrop.
Wandiligong Maze and Cafe
This is Australia's largest living hedge maze with 2km of pathways, surrounded by gardens. Explore the maze. Smell the heritage roses. Eat in our Licensed Cafe with juices, luscious salads, delectable pies, tantalising cakes, coffee, tea and scones and lots more.
At the moment our Spring roses are in full bloom as are our alliums and irises. The Rotunda is available between 10 am and 12 noon on Saturday for organic vegetable swapping and our history table will be making history between 2 pm and 4 pm on Wednesdays. Unwind and relax in our Rustic Rotunda Giganta, constructed from salvaged Australian timbers.
Enjoy the magic scenery of the National Trust Classified Wandiligong township and valley. It has even inspired poetry. The Maze is only 5 minutes from Bright in Wandiligong, Victoria, Australia. Bus and group bookings are welcomed. We have full wheelchair access.
Open
Wednesday to Sunday, 10am to 5pm generally.
Monday to Friday all All Public Holidays except as below.
Closed
All of the month of August.
Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day.
Accessibility
Buses and group bookings are welcome.
Wheelchair access.
Cost of Maze Entry :
Adults (18 years and over) $10, Children (4 to 17 years) $8.00
Special 2 Adults and 1 Child $28 (extra Children $6.00)
Special 1 Adult and 3 Children $26 (extra Children $6.00)
Mini Golf :
Per Player $6.50
Directions
Follow the brown "Hedge Maze" signs to Wandiligong from Bright (5 mins). The Maze is across the creek if you are coming from Bright, off the main road (Morses Creek Road) in White Star Road/Grevilles Road, near the Alpine Park and is well signposted.
Another great event to watch out for is the Wandiligong Nut Festival, which is held annually in the month of May. The dates for 2008 are yet to be confirmed.
