Koonwarra Cottages

29/05/2026

25/05/2026

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25/05/2026

Still such a beautiful building.

Today, on the 24th of May 1926, 100 years ago, the Leongatha Soldiers Memorial Hall was ceremonially opened as a wonderful display of Baroque-inspired architecture.

This, of course, is Leongatha’s own war memorial to the men who sacrificed their lives and, in many cases, their sanity to protect the Australian people and our way of life.

Inside, the walls were adorned with beautiful murals memorialising many of the hard-fought battles of WWI, such as Gallipoli, Sari Bair, and Cocos Island.

For many years, it has been a place where people gathered, hosting Debutante Balls, Bachelor and Spinster Balls, weddings, cattle sales, boxing matches, movies, and many other events throughout the years.

Construction took just under 365 days to complete and is truly a testament to the community and the local tradespeople of the time who contributed to the building.

More information will be shared later in the year regarding an official celebration of the Hall.

The Hall was built in memory of all those ANZACs who sacrificed their lives, but today it encompasses a larger group of those who have fought since then and continue to do so today.

36,525 days of sacrifice,
5,217 weeks of hope,
1,200 months of dreams,
& 100 years of memories.

06/05/2026

If you are free to help these guys on 24th May, chuck on the boots and head down to the rail trail.

🗓 KOONWARRA PLANTING DAY

Sunday 24 May • ⏰ 9:00 am - Onwards • 📍 Koonwarra

The Nerrena / Tarwin Valley Landcare Group is hosting a tree planting day and is calling for extra volunteers to help. The group has 4,800 trees to plant along a wetland running parallel to the Great Southern Rail Trail (GSRT) at Kuhne's Bushlea Jersey Stud, off Gwythers Siding Rd, Koonwarra - lunch will be provided by the Leongatha Lions Club..

The restored wetland will be visible from the GSRT in the years ahead.

Bring: Suitable clothing for a wetland site (gum boots essential — parts of the site are wet), Hamilton tree planter if available

How to get there: Enter via a paddock off Gwythers Siding Rd, just before crossing the GSRT. It is the 2nd last gate on the right coming from the highway. Parking is available on the road or in the paddock, subject to paddock conditions.

RSVP to Phil Poulton, on 0428 642 371

26/03/2026

How great is this! Learn about the rich biodiversity of the wetlands and the ancient fossil beds of Koonwarra.
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26/03/2026

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20/12/2025

⚡️School's out for the summer!

😁 We are officially open seven days a week during the school holidays from 10.00am to 4.00pm, with last entry at 3.30pm.

‼️ We are closed from 1.00pm on Christmas Eve, with last entry at 12.30pm and closed on Christmas Day.

🎄 From everyone here at Coal Creek, we wish you a Merry Christmas and a very happy New Year.

20/12/2025

The countdown is on to Family Fun Day at Stony Creek on Tuesday 30 December! 🐎☀️ Extend the weekend with a relaxed day of country racing and family-friendly fun.

Enjoy live racing, free kids’ activities, live music, food trucks and plenty of space to spread out on our expansive lawns. Bring your own picnic setup or choose from a range of packages including picnic tables, umbrellas, beanbags and private marquees.

Gates open 12.00pm, first race is at 1:00pm.

Tickets are just $20 for adults, $15 concession and kids are free.

Book online now at stonycreek.com.au


18/12/2025

The forecast for tomorrow is too good to miss! We’re opening!! Friday 19th December 9.30am - 3pm for motorbikes only. ☀️
Load up ya bikes and swing on out here tomorrow for a good day! 🔥

📌 reminder that our MTB trails are still currently temporarily closed.

18/12/2025

Happening tonight in Korumburra

Friends of Coal Creek are spreading the word! A number of community organizations have got together to promote our businesses!
Open late Thursday 18th December
Santa 5-6pm for photos!
Makers and Collectors
Coterie
Country Wide Clothing
Merchants
Korumburra Fish and Chips
Tortoise and Hare Bookshop
Discount shop
Kelly’s
Ceramics studio
Burra Barber
Black Creek music