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25.01.2022 How magical is Sea Lake at night? Out in the country towns, the night sky always lights up so brightly. Follow the stars and go for an adventure with Storytowns along the Silo Art Trail. http://storytowns.com.au/silo/... Photo credit: Rob Bonham Join Sea Lake Tyrrell Tours for this experience.
25.01.2022 When your hosts roll on in to small country towns, they have one thing on their mind: to hunt down the locals. One of the best parts about the Storytowns podcasts is that you'll hear about all the hidden gems of the town straight from those who know best. We capture the most unexpected of moments, whether we bump into the famous local bloke that every man and his dog knows, or the lady who is a fifth-generation resident and pillar of local knowledge and history. It's amazing what you uncover when you just get out there and have a yarn. https://storytowns.com.au/
24.01.2022 This is not your average shearing shed. It was astonishingly constructed solely from flattened kerosine egg tins during World War II. Facing wartime struggles, a couple of resourceful locals got creative and turned a pile of scraps into building materials. These clever individuals were like the progressive wizards of their generation because at this point in time, the importance of recycling was not yet recognised. The shed is older than half a century and impressively still stands today. You can find this man-made beauty South of Woomelang, which is near a Silo Art stop in the country town of Lascelles. Visitors are even welcome to step inside for a closer look at the craftsmanship! Tune in here: http://storytowns.com.au/silo/
24.01.2022 ANNOUNCEMENT: Storytowns is coming to Port Fairy and the surrounding townships ! This region is renowned for its spectacular coast line, natural landscapes, stunning volcanic formations, farming communities and historic pubs Keep your eye out as we uncover hidden gems and local knowledge. We have already discovered some fascinating stories from local people that we cannot wait for you to meet. Stay tuned... Moyne Shire Council Image credit: Mitchell Withers from Of Place Films
22.01.2022 Storytowns brings you a showcase of art in the compelling ‘Warrnambool Street Art Podcast Tour’. Get on your walking shoes and headphones . This art tour is not your typical gallery experience. http://storytowns.com.au/art/ Warrnambool City Council We’d love to hear what your favourite piece of local street art is - comment below!
22.01.2022 Today we presented Storytowns to Jaala Pulford MP and chatted about the startup economy in regional Victoria. Jaala is the Minister for Employment, Small Business Innovation, Medical Research and the Digital Economy. We were also joined by the wonderful team (and mentors) at 25eight Group. Huge thanks to the guys at #DIFVic for their continued support.
21.01.2022 Yesterday Jarrod was ion ABC Radio Australia speaking with Steve Martin about the cutesy little town of Dadswells Bridge, which is part of our Grampians Podcast Tour. Here are some photos from our visit to Old Dadswell Town, a themed cabin park built and owned by Max and Jenny Green. Drive The Trail And Hear The Stories THE 'STORYTOWNS' APPLE: https://biturl.top/j2u6Bz... ANDROID: https://biturl.top/NviQva Visit Grampians #visitvictoria #dadswellsbridge #grampianstourism #thegrampians See more
18.01.2022 A hidden gem in Victoria’s North West is a town called Sea Lake, known for it’s unique salt lake, Lake Tyrrell. Tune into the Sea Lake podcast here : http://storytowns.com.au/silo/ Photo credit : Les Butcher. Sea Lake has a rich grain farming history, that has today transformed into a must see destination on the Silo Art Trail. Since the popularity of Lake Tyrrell has grown, the town has taken the spotlight in its stride, with many enterprising locals striking upon new business opportunities that are helping the town thrive! Silo Art Trail
18.01.2022 Next time you drive through a small town, pull over, turn off the engine & explore. Walk down the main street, look at old buildings, read signs & soak up the uniqueness. There may not be an abundance of shops, & you definitely won't find your big brands like McDonalds or Telstra. But this is the beauty of it - quaint & simple living. Country towns cannot be matched when it comes to character & charm. These images are from Willaura, a town that features on The Grampains Way Podcast Tour. We have already pulled the history & stories together for you from this town - so jump in the car, press play & go experience it for yourself, with some epic virtual tour guides leading the way. https://storytowns.com.au Visit Grampians
17.01.2022 We hope you are all playing your feel-good Friday playlist to get you through the last day of the week! We have a hot tip - stay extra motivated by planning an adventurous tour with Storytowns this weekend. https://storytowns.com.au/ We have lots of different options on the website such as The Silo Art Podcast Tour, The Warrnambool Street Art Podcast Tour, The Grampains Way Podcast Tour & more. Everything is free - all you have to do is round up some travel buddies & press play on our podcasts. You can thank us later!
15.01.2022 Who's keen to adventure to outback Victoria? We need traveller volunteers to drive our Silo Art Podcast Tour and provide us with feedback. You will be guaranteed to see some unbelievable art, beautiful scenery and meet the friendly locals along the way . Message us on Facebook or email Claudia at [email protected] and we will get back to you straight away.
15.01.2022 Dream about walking amongst the stars? Tune into the Sea Lake podcast : http://storytowns.com.au/silo/ Lake Tyrrell, near Sea Lake Victoria, is a must for any nature enthusiast or budding photographer. The 120,000 year old lake is regarded as one of the best places in Australia for photography & star navigation, with the endless skies providing the perfect environment to capture an amazing photo .... Photo credit: Rob Bonham Join Sea Lake Tyrrell Tours for this experience.
15.01.2022 Feel like camping without the whole kit and caboodle? Introducing glamorous camping AKA glamping (you can thank us later). http://storytowns.com.au/silo/ Pictured here is Alex, the owner of Farmstay Glamping near Sea Lake. He is passionate about giving people an authentic, but very stylish country experience. Imagine secluded bushland, a beautiful sunset, toasty campfire, starry night sky and complete peace and quiet. You get all of this, without having to hammer a single... nail in the ground. Stress-free, zero-fuss and off-the-grid luxury guaranteed. Located 15min outside Sea Lake on Alex’s family farm, the enormous tents include a queen size bed and have a long list of amenities that will cover all your needs. They even use solar power, which means you won’t be without your phone or camera on your travels. With the silo art trail nearby and national parks. it’s the perfect base for a weekend of exploring the wonderful Mallee region. Silo Art Trail
13.01.2022 With a name derived from the Aboriginal expression meaning plenty of porcupine grass, Patchewollock is a farmland town full of friendly country folk and curious features. Imagine walking through the street and feasting your eyes over iron sculptures, a restored railway station, horses in paddocks and long-standing buildings like the famous ‘Patche’ pub. Tune into our Patchewollock Podcast here : http://storytowns.com.au/silo/ The Storytowns hosts meet some pretty cool locals whenever they enter any small town. It might be weird in the city to say hello to every person you pass, but out in the country it’s different. They’ll welcome you with open hearts and open minds. Go explore Patche on the Silo Art Podcast Tour now and strike up some convos with lovable, down-to-earth locals. Silo Art Trail
11.01.2022 Storytowns have been named as one of 40 Tomorrow Makers of 2020 throughout Australia.
09.01.2022 Have you seen the rainbow whale down Timor Walk, Warrnambool yet? This 30m mural was painted by local artist David Higgins, titled ‘Southern Ocean Dream’. Tune in here: http://storytowns.com.au/art/ Walking past David's colourful sea life depiction is like going scuba diving without the effort. The mural perfectly captures the spirit of the life filled underwater world & reminds you how amazing the natural environment is. Now that whale season is sadly coming to an end, this is your way to stay connected to the magic of sea animals. Take a stroll down Timor Walk & let us know what you think of the rainbow whale which took an impressive four weeks to come to life. Warrnambool City Council
09.01.2022 1965 in Australia: Robert Menzies is into his 16th year as Prime Minister, The Rolling Stones tour Australia for the first time, The Pancake Parlour opens its first Australian store in Adelaide, the Chiko Roll becomes a big hit, Steve Waugh, Andrew Gaze and Pat Cash arrive into this world, and finally, in Portland in Victoria, a young man named Peter McIntyre goes home to his wife and says, How ’bout we buy the Henty Hotel? Download the 'Storytowns' App and hear the Stories... behind these iconic places on the Portland Pubs and Laneways Tour. DOWNLOAD APP HERE: APPLE: https://biturl.top/j2u6Bz ANDROID: https://biturl.top/NviQva In collaboration with Committee For Portland Featuring The Mac's Hotel Portland, The Gordon Hotel Portland, royalhotelportland, Lido Larder laneway Space, The Richmond Henty Hotel and Julia Street Creative Space Inc. #everytownhasastory #visitvictoria #portlandvic #pubsvic #laneways #pubsaustralia #audiotours #local #tourismaustalia
08.01.2022 Something mega big, & something mega exciting is happening. We are so close to revealing our biggest kept secret. Buckle yourselves in because Storytowns is going to take you on a spectacular adventure. Stay tuned to all our socials for details.
07.01.2022 With a name like Squatter Coffey, you know you have a true character on your hands. Everyone meet Squatter! An Aussie man of the outback who is an iconic local in the small community of Beulah, Victoria. Tune into the Rosebery Podcast to hear Squatter's story: http://storytowns.com.au/silo/ Squatter is a lover of horses & has been riding them before he can remember. He has experience working on stations, racing-horses & running Squatter Coffey Bush Trail Rides. Now Squatter has become a model too with a full-length portrait with himself & his horse painted on the Rosebery Silo. The painting depicts a quiet moment between the pair, highlighting the genuine bond between the workers and the animals that blooms from life on the land. Silo Art Trail
07.01.2022 It's Friday night, which means you have probably just ordered your favourite take-out & you are unwinding on the couch after a big week. If your weekend plans are looking low-key, Storytowns can help. The Grampains Way Podcast Tour is live on our website & will take you on a journey through the mountains to the best kept local secrets. Send out the group text now, choose the deso driver & head on a pretty magic road trip for the day with your podcast host Jarrod leading the way. http://storytowns.com.au/grampians/ Visit Grampians Photo credit : William Edge Photography
07.01.2022 Here we have Gen & Jono O’Sullivan a Patchewollock family who own the tremendous Pine Plains Lodge found in the Wyperfeld National Park. Tune into the Patchewollock Podcast : http://storytowns.com.au/silo/ Pine Plains Lodge is a traditional homestead built from local timber and set on a cattle and sheep station that was founded in 1847. It was actually made by Jono’s dad, who put everything together without using a single nail - outrageously impressive. The lodge is the ...perfect destination to explore the Mallee, bird watch, see flora and fauna and go four-wheel driving. There’s even an observatory for stargazing that’s made out of a vertically stacked shipping container. Head to our website to listen to the Patchewollock podcast now and hear more about what this fam gets up to in Patchy - such as the annual 'Camp-oven cook-off' event that attracts over 500 people annually! This town has some seriously talented camp-oven connoisseurs - step aside Gordon Ramsey! Silo Art Trail See more
07.01.2022 Everyone please give a round of applause for our next introduction meet Bec Dunlop. Bec is the paddock-to-plate queen. She owns the Seed n Sprout Food Van in Rupanyup, Victoria - a foodie’s heaven for coffee, snacks & lunch on the Silo Art Trail. Tune into her story on the Storytowns Silo Art Podcast Tour: http://storytowns.com.au/silo/ She is very popular because she caters for everybody, including vegan & vegetarian options. Bec is a loyal local & loves sourcing all her produce from the region even the coffee beans are fresh from the community. We love your stuff Bec & hope everyone pops by for a turmeric latte soon.
05.01.2022 Let Storytowns Silo Art Podcast Tour guide you through the Wimmera Mallee region to experience these iconic Australian landmarks & their local towns. Tune in here https://storytowns.com.au Prepare to stand transfixed before the haunting beauty of these large scale portraits on the Lascelles Silo. The artwork features a local farming couple Geoff & Merrilyn Horman, whose family lived & worked in the area for generations. The artist Rone worked for two weeks to transform two 1939 GrainCorp silos & aimed to capture the true essence of Lascelles; their passion for tradition, community & hard work. Witness the true spirit of Lascelles. Silo Art Trail
05.01.2022 It’s official! The travel restrictions have DROPPED and we are looking for traveller volunteers! Spend half a day driving the Grampians Way Podcast Tour and provide us with your feedback. You will receive some local vouchers along the way as a thank you for your time. Message us on Facebook or email Claudia at [email protected] and we will get back to you straight away.
05.01.2022 If you are looking for some local stories & secrets the best place to go is the local watering hole. In Patchewollock, Victoria we were lucky enough to meet Col. The man, the myth & the legend of this quirky country town. Col loves a frothie at the Patchy Pub on a Friday night, alongside all other residents in the community. He has more than a few tales to tell, such as the legend of 'Mad Dog Morgan’. Intrigued? We were too! Listen to the Patchewollck Podcast on our Silo Art Podcast Tour to hear what Col has to share. http://storytowns.com.au/silo/ Silo Art Trail Patchewollock Hotel
05.01.2022 Storytowns is coming to your town! Last week Storytowns founder Jarrod Pickford (the seat posing hat & scarf man) and CEO Simone Dowding were featured on 9 News Western Victoria talking about their plans to create a geo-located podcast for every town in Victoria. https://fb.watch/3fz4YTLk1i/
05.01.2022 News alert!!! We are coming to #PortCampbell & #Cobden! Do you live in the region? Have a great story to share?? After restrictions are over, we’re coming to town and we need your help to find our next local podcast guest! ... We’re looking for the most unique, remarkable, original , entertaining, humorous, historical stories to capture the nations imagination and share on our Port Campbell & Cobden podcast. We are redefining tourism by sharing local stories to unravel the hidden gems and places that will entice travellers to stop by your beautiful towns with thanks to the Corangamite Shire Council. If you know anyone from Port Campbell or Cobden tag them below, or perhaps drop a wee story in the comments. We can’t wait to hear from you!!
04.01.2022 Here he is! The one and only Jimmy the kelpie. Tune into the Nullawil Podcast here: http://storytowns.com.au/silo/ Jimmy is about 6 years old and has half a tail due to a pretty bad infection he had as a young boy. When we asked him how he felt about being on the silo he didn’t give us much, but he has completely stolen our hearts. Jimmy can be found in the small town of Nullawil in the Wimmera Mallee region. Local born, bred and raised Nullawillian Heath Pollington told us that kelpies are pretty special to the area. Every man around town has got a kelpie. All the farmers run sheep around here, and a kelpie is really as good as 3 men out in the paddock. Go Jimmy you good thing! Silo Art Trail
02.01.2022 As you are aware, we love stories & we love small towns. This is largely because the locals & business owners within regional communities have a tendency to be legends. Some of our favourite memories at Storytowns HQ include buying massive $1 bags of lollies from the nice lady at the general store, or getting extra potato cakes thrown in from the cool guy at the fish n chip shop. Local heroes like this are so giving, & they are always happy to share their stories too. It's time to celebrate the roots of Australia - get out there & show support! Do you have a nostalgic memory from a small country town? Share it below!
02.01.2022 Have you listened to the Silo Art Podcast Tour yet? http://storytowns.com.au/silo/ While your hosts Jarrod & Em were recording in the small town of Sea Lake in the Mallee, they got hungry & went looking for food. They were surprised & excited to stumble across a pizza shop, run by a Macedonian man called Mick who has been making pizza in numerous Aussie cities for 37 years. Mick shared his story & pulled through with some seriously cheesy, delicious pizza. This is the beauty of small towns - you just never know who you are going to meet & what you are going to find. Prepare for spontaneous adventures, be open for new experiences & don't be afraid to chat to the locals. Listen to the podcast now to hear more about pizza & the people of Sea Lake! Silo Art Trail
02.01.2022 Have you seen this striking mural in Warrnambool? It can be found down Ozone Walk and is titled ‘In Sprit’. It captures the beauty, flight and movement of the Yellow tail black cockatoos against a sky-blue wall. The legendary artist behind this mural is Jimmi Buscombe - Artist and he knows how to transform and brighten up any streetscape, creating impressive animalistic murals down laneways, under bridges and even on silos. Comment below how many metres you think this mural is! Clue: we reveal this in the Warrnambool Street Art Podcast Tour. http://storytowns.com.au/art/ Warrnambool City Council
02.01.2022 Storytowns can take all the stress out of your weekend plans. Tell your organised friend to scrap the itineray and simply just chuck on our tour - we have got you covered! Check out our Podcast Tour for an unforgettable weekend in the Mallee here : http://storytowns.com.au/silo/ Photo credit : Ron Bonham
01.01.2022 Hello everybody and happy weekend! We would love to ask anyone who adventures out this weekend on a podcast tour to tag us in their Facebook uploads/stories. https://storytowns.com.au/ We also appreciate your feedback so if you have some comments from the podcast tour let us know below, or email [email protected]
01.01.2022 Have you ever heard the town Rupanyup, Victoria being referred to as ‘A Town With a Pulse’? The reason for this catchy little phrase is because Rupanyup specialises in growing lentils, chickpeas & beans. Tune in here : http://storytowns.com.au/silo/ One local in particular, Claire Morgan, has ensured that Rupanyup lives up to their reputation, through turning the town’s famous chickpeas into brownies. Yes, we repeat, chocolate brownies. Claire is the owner of a store cal...led Rupanyup Living, Home and Giftwares & sells country style homewares & gifts from a white picket fenced cottage. One day she played with a bag of chickpea flour & now she is selling 5 flavours of brownies to cafes and restaurants in the region. Claire has flare, she can sell homeware & her brownies will make you stop & stare! Get your pulse pumping and taste her special recipe the next time you're visiting! Silo Art Trail See more
