Apsley
Tiny township on the Victoria-South
Australia border
Located 420 km north west of Melbourne and close to
the South Australian border, Apsley is a tiny township with a
population of less than 250 people. The town was named by the Victorian
Government Surveyor in 1851 after Apsley House, a gracious home in
London which had been given to the Duke of Wellington after his victory
at the Battle of Waterloo.
Things to see:
Lake Bringalbert and Newlands Lake
The major attractions near Apsley are the two lakes -
Lake Bringalbert (10 km from town) and Newlands Lake which is on the
outskirts of the town. Both lakes have good picnic facilities are are
known for in the local area for their fishing.
Saint Gregory's Vineyard
Established in 1976, Saint Gregory's specialises in
ports. It is located on Bringalbert Sth Rd, at Bringalbert South, and
is open by appointment only, tel: (03) 5586 5225.
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Hotels
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Border Inn Hotel
Wallace St
Apsley
VIC
3319
Telephone: (03) 5586 1205
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