Rushworth, Victoria
Posted in Information by: Kurt Wilde
Rushworth is an ancient goldmining town located in central Victoria that still has its old world charm in its many preserved, historic buildings. Today it is a service center for the nearby farming communities but it’s still a popular tourist destination. If you’d like to find out more about the town’s history, you can go on the High Street Heritage Walk to check out the restored homes and historical landmarks. To enjoy the best o fnature, head over to the Rushworth Forest, the Waranga Reservoir, or the Goldburn Valley. South of the town is a goldrush township at the Whroo Historic Reserve, which includes an open-cut mine on the hill that you can visit. In the autumn and spring, the town is covered with orchids and wildflowers and perfumed by eucalyptus leaves. Rushworth is about two hours away from Melbourne via Murchinson.