Exploring Ballan and Myrniong, Victoria

Quaint and quirky! Sitting pretty at a short drive from both Ballarat and Melbourne, Ballan and Myrniong have become popular destinations for those out on a weekend drive, offering gorgeous landscapes and great options for sightseeing and dining.

Stroll down Ballan’s historic main street and choose from some great dining options, or check out the local art galleries. Ballan is also host to the famed annual Autumn Festival, along with the Ballan District Vintage Rally.

Just up the highway, Myrniong is home to a significant number of early bluestone buildings, along with two of Moorabool’s most loved venues, The Plough restaurant and St Anne’s Winery.

Truly this section of Moorabool is a daytrippers delight, as evidenced by the large numbers of classic cars which line the main streets every weekend.

Moorabool List

Ballan Bakehouse & Bar

Bakery goods, coffee, alcoholic drinks, local produce

• Vegetarian options
• Currently drive-through only
• Breakfast and Lunch daily

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Fabulous Flower Co

Coffee, sandwiches, juice, pastries

• Vegetarian and Vegan options
• Not licensed
• Breakfast and Lunch: Mon-Sat

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The Tin Plate

Cafe and bistro favourites plus Nepalese specials

• Vegetarian options
• Not licensed
• Pies from $7, Mains from $11
• Breakfast, lunch, dinner: Seven days

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Zest Licensed Cafe

Coffee, breakfast, lunch, desserts

• Vegan / Vegetarian options
• Fully licensed (no BYO)
• Snacks from $5, Mains from $11
• Breakfast and Lunch: Mon-Sun

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Commercial Hotel

Pub classics

• Vegetarian options
• Fully licensed (no BYO)
• Starters from $6, Mains from $20
• Lunch and Dinner: Mon – Sun

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Ballan Bakery

Coffee, sandwiches, bakery goods

• Vegan / Vegetarian options
• Eat in area
• Sandwiches from $5, pies from $4
• Breakfast and Lunch: Mon-Sun

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Shezza’s Diner

‘50s style burgers, hotdogs, milkshakes

• Vegetarian options
• Not licenced
• Snacks from $5
• Breakfast, Lunch: Wed-Mon

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St Anne’s Vineyards Myrniong

Pizza Sundays, Cafe Saturdays, wine tasting

• Gluten free and Vegetarian options
• Fully licenced (no BYO)
• Pizzas from $25, Cafe from $12 / $25
• Pizzas Sunday lunch, Cafe Saturday lunch

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Elsie Rose Bakes

High quality baked goods, pies, cakes and sandwiches

• Vegetarian options
• Not licenced
• Snacks from $5
• Open Mon-Sat

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The Plough Myrniong

Modern Australian, Steak

• Vegan / Vegetarian options
• Fully licensed (no BYO)
• Starters from $8, Mains from $24
• Lunch: Fri-Sun, Dinner: Thurs-Sat

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Modern Four Bedroom Getaway

Sleeps 8, 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms

• From $666 per night (approx)
• Central Ballan Accommodation
• Fully equipped kitchen
• Ducted Gas Heating

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Farmstay near Ballan

Sleeps 4, 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms

• From $280 per night (approx)
• Short drive to central Ballan
• Fully equipped kitchen
• Garden views

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The Plough @ Myrniong

Two double studio rooms available

• Mon-Wed $150 per room
• Thurs – Sun $200, incl. $50 dining voucher
• Flatscreen TV, tea/coffee
• Private bathroom

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Ballan Horse and Goat

Sleeps 4, 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom

• From $98 per night (approx)
• Entire unit including kitchenette
• 0.7 km walk to central Ballan
• Overlooking the Werribee River Valley

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Ballan Caravan Park

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• Caravan sites and on-site cabins
• Barbecue facilities and communal laundry
• Adjoins Caledonian Park and Playground
• Central Ballan Accommodation

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Valencia @ Phoenix

Sleeps 6, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom

• From $292 per night (approx)
• Entire house plus kitchen
• Just outside Ballan township
• Modern design, deck area and park views

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Oslo @ Phoenix Park

Sleeps 6, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom

• From $283 per night (approx)
• Entire house plus kitchen
• Just outside Ballan township
• Modern design, deck area and park views

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Large Country Garden Beauty

Sleeps 8, 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom

• From $287 per night (approx)
• Entire house plus kitchen
• Close to train station and shops
• Architect designed with garden views

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Cosy Family Getaway

Sleeps 8, 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom

• From $159 per night (approx)
• Entire house with full kitchen
• Short walk to central Ballan
• Spacious brick house, great parking and backyard

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Kyiv @ Phoenix Park

Sleeps 5, 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom

• From $270 per night (approx)
• Entire house with kitchen
• Just outside Ballan township
• Modern design, deck area and park views

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Family Friendly House

Sleeps 5, 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom

• From $126 per night (approx)
• Entire house with kitchen
• 5 mins from central Ballan
• Recently renovated, 2 mins from freeway

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Westcott Cottage

Sleeps 2, 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom

• From $166 per night (approx)
• Entire house with kitchenette
• Central Ballan Accommodation
• Cosy, 1860s cottage with garden

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Converted Train Carriage

Sleeps 2, 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom

• From $134 per night (approx)
• Fridge and microwave
• Central Ballan Accommodation
• Lovely cosy converted 1914 train carriage

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Ballan Historic Tree Walk

The Ballan Historic Tree Walk has been created by the Ballan Arboretum Group to honour the planting efforts of the early settlers and ensure that these now mature significant trees get the recognition they deserve.

Open 24 hours

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The Good Ship Lollipop

Relive your childhood with nostalgic lollies and old time favourites, or sample some of their 25 – yes, 25! – fabulous ice cream flavours, including seven dairy free and vegan sorbets.

Open Tues - Sun

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FlackPTO Gallery

Iconic 1864 post and telegraph office which has found a new life as a visual arts gallery and studio space, with a regularly updated collection of paintings and photographic art.

Open Fri-Sun until 3

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Ballan Farmers Market

Regional and local produce and home-made, home-produced items.

Second Saturday of each month

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Spa Country Sunflowers

You might know Bolwarrah Springs from their delicious fresh produce, but the farm is also home to Spa Country Sunflowers, an amazing photo-picnic-picking experience, close to Ballan and Gordon.

Open weekends and public holidays during the picking season

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Ballan Mineral Springs

Tranquil mineral spring located on Shaws Road, nearby the beautiful Bostock Reservoir. Includes parking area and picnic tables, overlooking therein branch of the Moorabool River.

Open 24 hours

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Ballan Arts Space

Active gallery space located in the main street of Ballan, featuring regular exhibitions focusing on the work of local artists.

Open Fri-Sun 10am-3pm

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Oak Grove Gallery

Independent gallery located in an historic Ballan building.

Open daily

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Steptoes Op Shop

A super-quirky and iconic presence in Ballan’s Inglis Street, Steptoes is a regular haunt for avid op shoppers from across Victoria.

Open Fri-Sat

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Opportunity on Inglis

Regularly updated assortment of vintage, designer and second-hand clothing, books, shoes and bric-a-brac.

Open Mon-Sat

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Mill Rose Quilting and Gallery

Quilting, sewing and knitting shop, located in a fabulously decked out former masonic lodge and house.

Open Wed-Sat

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Chrissie’s Timeless Treasures

Thriving fabric and second-hand store and a hub for lovers of all kinds of craft and vintage items.

Open Wed-Sat

Ballan Lions Market

Regional and local produce, home-made and preloved items.

First Saturday of each month

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MAPP Up in Lights Ballan

One of two Moorabool Art Pathway Program (MAPP) outdoor galleries, a Council initiative showing the work of local artists 24 hours a day.

Open 24 hours

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Sam’s Christmas Trees

For over 20 years, Sam's Christmas Trees have been supplying gorgeous pine trees which have been carefully pruned throughout their lives for that perfect yuletide look.

Fri - Sun throughout December

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St Annes Cellar Door

Visit St Anne’s huge bluestone cellar door inn Myrniong, offering free tastings of their wine range, along with from-the-barrel port sampling.

Open daily

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Events

Nov 15

10:00 AM – 2:00 PM10:00 – 14:0010:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Garage Sale Trail 2025 Across Moorabool

10:00 AM – 2:00 PM10:00 – 14:0010:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Garage Sale Trail is Australia's biggest secondhand treasure hunt. Every November, homes, unit blocks, schools, community groups, charities and pubs across the country host garage sales and secondhand markets, all on the same two weekends.

10:00 AM – 2:00 PM10:00 – 14:0010:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Nov 16

10:00 AM – 2:00 PM10:00 – 14:0010:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Garage Sale Trail 2025 Across Moorabool

10:00 AM – 2:00 PM10:00 – 14:0010:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Pizza Sundays at St Anne’s Winery, Myrniong

Nov 16

12:00 PM – 4:00 PM12:00 – 16:0012:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Pizza Sundays at St Anne’s Winery, Myrniong

12:00 PM – 4:00 PM12:00 – 16:0012:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Join the crew at St Anne’s Winery in Myrniong for a relaxed Sunday afternoon filled with house-made pizza, wine, and great company.

12:00 PM – 4:00 PM12:00 – 16:0012:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Locals Night @ The Plough Bistro, Myrniong

Nov 20

5:30 PM – 9:30 PM17:30 – 21:305:30 PM – 9:30 PM

Locals Night @ The Plough Bistro, Myrniong

5:30 PM – 9:30 PM17:30 – 21:305:30 PM – 9:30 PM

Thursday nights at the wonderful Plough Bistro in Myrniong feature the popular Locals Menu (fortunately for visitors, everyone is local at the Plough).

5:30 PM – 9:30 PM17:30 – 21:305:30 PM – 9:30 PM

Nov 21

6:00 PM – 8:00 PM18:00 – 20:006:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Back to the 80s Aerobics Fundraiser

6:00 PM – 8:00 PM18:00 – 20:006:00 PM – 8:00 PM

The Studio, Ballan, is hosting a “raise the roof” fundraiser with some super-cool 80s aerobics!

6:00 PM – 8:00 PM18:00 – 20:006:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Nov 22

10:00 AM – 6:00 PM10:00 – 18:0010:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Sam's Christmas Trees Open Day

10:00 AM – 6:00 PM10:00 – 18:0010:00 AM – 6:00 PM

The countdown is on! Sam’s Christmas Trees officially opens for the 2025 season on Saturday 22 November, 10am – 6pm.

10:00 AM – 6:00 PM10:00 – 18:0010:00 AM – 6:00 PM

SOS The Australian ABBA Show at St Anne's Winery, Myrniong

Nov 22

6:00 PM – 10:00 PM18:00 – 22:006:00 PM – 10:00 PM

SOS The Australian ABBA Show at St Anne's Winery, Myrniong

6:00 PM – 10:00 PM18:00 – 22:006:00 PM – 10:00 PM

SOS The Australian ABBA Tribute show takes you back in time when ABBA ruled the world stage.

6:00 PM – 10:00 PM18:00 – 22:006:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Nov 23

12:00 PM – 4:00 PM12:00 – 16:0012:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Pizza Sundays at St Anne’s Winery, Myrniong

12:00 PM – 4:00 PM12:00 – 16:0012:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Join the crew at St Anne’s Winery in Myrniong for a relaxed Sunday afternoon filled with house-made pizza, wine, and great company.

12:00 PM – 4:00 PM12:00 – 16:0012:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Nov 27

5:30 PM – 9:30 PM17:30 – 21:305:30 PM – 9:30 PM

Locals Night @ The Plough Bistro, Myrniong

5:30 PM – 9:30 PM17:30 – 21:305:30 PM – 9:30 PM

Thursday nights at the wonderful Plough Bistro in Myrniong feature the popular Locals Menu (fortunately for visitors, everyone is local at the Plough).

5:30 PM – 9:30 PM17:30 – 21:305:30 PM – 9:30 PM

Elvis Forever at the Plough Bistro, Myrniong

Nov 27

6:00 PM – 10:00 PM18:00 – 22:006:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Elvis Forever at the Plough Bistro, Myrniong

6:00 PM – 10:00 PM18:00 – 22:006:00 PM – 10:00 PM

The Plough's favourite Elvis impersonator, award-winning Damian Mullin, is returning for a Dinner & Show that always sells out!

6:00 PM – 10:00 PM18:00 – 22:006:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Paranormal Explorations at Flack PTO Gallery

Nov 28

8:00 PM – 10:00 PM20:00 – 22:008:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Paranormal Explorations at Flack PTO Gallery

8:00 PM – 10:00 PM20:00 – 22:008:00 PM – 10:00 PM

What echoes of those communications remain at Flack PTO Gallery? Is there anyone still trying to get a message to the outside world? Help us unlock the stories and uncover new mysteries of a bygone era.

8:00 PM – 10:00 PM20:00 – 22:008:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Pick Your Own Christmas Tree at St Anne's Winery, Myrniong

Nov 29

10:00 AM10:0010:00 AM

Pick Your Own Christmas Tree at St Anne's Winery, Myrniong

10:00 AM10:0010:00 AM

Pick out your very own Christmas Tree at St Anne's in Myrniong and the team will cut it for you - easy!

10:00 AM10:0010:00 AM

The Whiskey Room live at Gordons at Gordon

Nov 29

6:00 PM – 9:00 PM18:00 – 21:006:00 PM – 9:00 PM

The Whiskey Room live at Gordons at Gordon

6:00 PM – 9:00 PM18:00 – 21:006:00 PM – 9:00 PM

With three voices, double bass and drums, the Whiskey Room play jazz and blues inspired tunes, breathing new life in classics by performers such as Tom Waits, Gillian Welch and Emmylou Harris.

6:00 PM – 9:00 PM18:00 – 21:006:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Nov 30

12:00 PM – 4:00 PM12:00 – 16:0012:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Pizza Sundays at St Anne’s Winery, Myrniong

12:00 PM – 4:00 PM12:00 – 16:0012:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Join the crew at St Anne’s Winery in Myrniong for a relaxed Sunday afternoon filled with house-made pizza, wine, and great company.

12:00 PM – 4:00 PM12:00 – 16:0012:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Dec 4

5:30 PM – 9:30 PM17:30 – 21:305:30 PM – 9:30 PM

Locals Night @ The Plough Bistro, Myrniong

5:30 PM – 9:30 PM17:30 – 21:305:30 PM – 9:30 PM

Thursday nights at the wonderful Plough Bistro in Myrniong feature the popular Locals Menu (fortunately for visitors, everyone is local at the Plough).

5:30 PM – 9:30 PM17:30 – 21:305:30 PM – 9:30 PM

Dec 6

9:00 AM – 1:00 PM09:00 – 13:009:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Ballan Lions Market

9:00 AM – 1:00 PM09:00 – 13:009:00 AM – 1:00 PM

The monthly Ballan Lions Community Market is held on the first Saturday of each month, with stalls lining the main street of Ballan.

9:00 AM – 1:00 PM09:00 – 13:009:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Ballan Lions Market Twilight Market 2025

Dec 6

4:00 PM – 8:00 PM16:00 – 20:004:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Ballan Lions Market Twilight Market 2025

4:00 PM – 8:00 PM16:00 – 20:004:00 PM – 8:00 PM

It’s the much-loved twilight Christmas edition of the monthly Ballan Lions Community Market, with stalls lining the main street of Ballan.

4:00 PM – 8:00 PM16:00 – 20:004:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Live Music with TJR and the Longhorns at the Commercial Hotel, Ballan

Dec 6

7:30 PM – 10:30 PM19:30 – 22:307:30 PM – 10:30 PM

Live Music with TJR and the Longhorns at the Commercial Hotel, Ballan

7:30 PM – 10:30 PM19:30 – 22:307:30 PM – 10:30 PM

Get set for an incredible night of country music with TJR and the Longhorns at the Commercial Hotel.

7:30 PM – 10:30 PM19:30 – 22:307:30 PM – 10:30 PM

Dec 7

12:00 PM – 4:00 PM12:00 – 16:0012:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Pizza Sundays at St Anne’s Winery, Myrniong

12:00 PM – 4:00 PM12:00 – 16:0012:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Join the crew at St Anne’s Winery in Myrniong for a relaxed Sunday afternoon filled with house-made pizza, wine, and great company.

12:00 PM – 4:00 PM12:00 – 16:0012:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Dec 11

5:30 PM – 9:30 PM17:30 – 21:305:30 PM – 9:30 PM

Locals Night @ The Plough Bistro, Myrniong

5:30 PM – 9:30 PM17:30 – 21:305:30 PM – 9:30 PM

Thursday nights at the wonderful Plough Bistro in Myrniong feature the popular Locals Menu (fortunately for visitors, everyone is local at the Plough).

5:30 PM – 9:30 PM17:30 – 21:305:30 PM – 9:30 PM

Dec 13

9:00 AM – 1:00 PM09:00 – 13:009:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Ballan Farmers Market

9:00 AM – 1:00 PM09:00 – 13:009:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Super-popular farmers-style market, offering regional and local produce and home-made, home-produced items.

9:00 AM – 1:00 PM09:00 – 13:009:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Dec 13

10:00 AM10:0010:00 AM

Christmas Market at St Anne’s 2025

10:00 AM10:0010:00 AM

St Anne’s are back, bigger and better than ever with their annual Christmas Market, and this year it’s running over two days!

10:00 AM10:0010:00 AM

Dec 14

12:00 PM – 4:00 PM12:00 – 16:0012:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Pizza Sundays at St Anne’s Winery, Myrniong

12:00 PM – 4:00 PM12:00 – 16:0012:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Join the crew at St Anne’s Winery in Myrniong for a relaxed Sunday afternoon filled with house-made pizza, wine, and great company.

12:00 PM – 4:00 PM12:00 – 16:0012:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Dec 18

5:30 PM – 9:30 PM17:30 – 21:305:30 PM – 9:30 PM

Locals Night @ The Plough Bistro, Myrniong

5:30 PM – 9:30 PM17:30 – 21:305:30 PM – 9:30 PM

Thursday nights at the wonderful Plough Bistro in Myrniong feature the popular Locals Menu (fortunately for visitors, everyone is local at the Plough).

5:30 PM – 9:30 PM17:30 – 21:305:30 PM – 9:30 PM

Dec 21

12:00 PM – 4:00 PM12:00 – 16:0012:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Pizza Sundays at St Anne’s Winery, Myrniong

12:00 PM – 4:00 PM12:00 – 16:0012:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Join the crew at St Anne’s Winery in Myrniong for a relaxed Sunday afternoon filled with house-made pizza, wine, and great company.

12:00 PM – 4:00 PM12:00 – 16:0012:00 PM – 4:00 PM