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open 6am to 6pm
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The Beechworth Bakery Echuca 513 High Street Echuca Victoria 3564 Australia
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Website: www.beechworthbakery.com |
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| Beechworth Bakery Echuca Story | |
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Echuca Story In September 2001, the Beechworth Bakery opened its doors in another major Victorian tourist town - the historic Port of Echuca. In conjunction with a new ownership structure, the Beechworth Bakery embarked on this new development with the acquisition of the former Drover's Bakehouse, built four years earlier. This grand three storey building is located in High Street, on the banks of the Campaspe River, and a short walk from the historic wharf precinct. It features indoor and outdoor seating on two levels and an attractive deck area overlooking the River and all the wonderful Beechworth Bakery products, souvenirs and services.
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Echuca - historic inland river port Echuca's proximity to Melbourne and its location on the Murray River were key factors in its development as the largest inland port in Australia. From the 1860's to the close of the century, paddlesteamers carried people, supplies and goods from the Murray, Darling and Murrumbidgee districts to the Port of Echuca. From there passengers and goods were railed to Melbourne. For many years Echuca was also the main shipbuilding centre for the river transport industry. As the shipbuilding industry grew, so did the demand for red gums and durable timber for wharf piles, railway sleepers and transport. River red gums were felled in the surrounding Barmah, Moira and Perricoota forests and by the 1870's the district supported a dozen mills cutting in excess of 1000 logs per week. The depression of the 1890's and the spread of the railways to other rural towns sounded the death-knell of the riverboats. Unused and neglected, the former queens of the river lay forgotten in the water and the once mighty wharf became derelict.
Then, in 1973 the historic port become the central theme for extensive redevelopment as a major tourist town. Thanks to a dedicated group, the river once again resounds to the rhythmic beat of the wheels and haunting echo of the steam whistle as the paddlesteamers travel the local waters ... but this time purely for recreational and nostalgic purposes. While the Murray River is still the life-blood of the region, it is mostly a playground for water sports and recreation. A thriving tourism industry has replaced timber, creating new attractions such as wineries, museums, trail rides, wetland cruises, wildlife parks, boutique shopping, restaurants, cafes and bakeries. For many, the romance of Echuca's past has irresistible appeal and many Festivals and special events are held throughout the year, often with a focus on the Murray and its beautiful riverboats. Many original buildings have been restored to form an attractive historic streetscape. And it was the port area's authentic appearance which attracted the makers of All The Rivers Run, who used it as the setting for their television series on the riverboat era.
Visitor and accommodation information contact the Echuca - Moama Tourism |
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Echuca is located 205 km north of Melbourne (via the Hume & Northern Highways) on the Victorian border of the Murray River and drive time is 2.5 hours. Its sister city is Moama across the boarder in NSW. It is close to the rural townships of Shepparton (45 mins), Bendigo & Deniliquin (60 mins), Heathcote (60 mins), Yarrawonga-Mulwala (1 hr ). Major rail and bus services operate through these towns.
