Gold Prospecting
Historically
Gold was discovered in 1861 and a quartz crushing plant serviced the Isis and Greenock mines until 1872. The population peaked at between 7,000 and 10,000 but later fell to about 250. Our hamlet now has that polulation.
Facilities
A series of free camping sites, exceptional recreation reserve with well maintained electric BBQs and shaded playground also catering for disabled kids, clean toilets and safe environment with nearby resevoir make our town a green belt oasis.
Pastoral
Industry
Cropping and livestock have always flourished here. A flour mill operated in the town for decades. Sheep, enriched hay and other cropping, expertly managed now support our hamlet's sustainable population.
Old Malcolms Inn
Originally a Cobb & Co stopover on the route to St Arnaud, the Inn is now a boutique bed & breakfast. Producing its own eggs and farm produce on its extensive 4 acre market garden, it can accommodate 6 (or so) depending on their ages. There's even a cot avialable for a bub if needed.
Bed & Breakfast
Old Malcolms Inn
Monday - Sundayknock on back door and call out
Sights and Surrounds
disability friendly shaded swings with easy access for parents and vehicles
Well maintained, clean toilets behind town's Recreation Centre.
shaded play area in Recreation Reserve
Stuart Mill is a house proud, well maintained hamlet in Central Victoria
The Pebble Church: a unique and distinctive historical landmark at Carapooee (more details...)
Exceptional wine growing district of Victoria: 20 wineries within a half hour's drive
Sally's Paddock: see wines on offer at Cellar Door
