Kooloora Cottage

20/10/2025

20/10/2025

20/10/2025

Trout fishing season is in full swing in the Upper Murray 🎣!

Set against the stunning backdrop of the Snowy Mountains, the rivers and streams of the Upper Murray offer some of the best trout fishing in the country.

This isn’t just any fishing trip. With the region crossing both Victoria and NSW, it’s a destination for those with a bit of nous. Understanding local regulations, stream classifications, and seasonal rules adds to the challenge and the reward.

Whether you're casting a fly in crystal-clear alpine waters or chasing brown trout in a secluded stream, the Upper Murray promises an unforgettable fishing experience.

Plan your trip, pack your gear and fish where the mountains meet the Murray.

20/10/2025

16/08/2025

A beautiful family's exit message this morning 🌄

04/05/2025

Suzie Lyons Patricia Lawson Mary Bradley

🚨 STOLEN: Our Beloved Horse Ornamental 🚨
At 11:45pm Tuesday night, our beloved horse post was stolen. We’re gutted.

We’re offering a $100 reward, a free meal and beer at Thirsty Crow, and a free carton of Stryda beer for information that leads to its safe return.

If the person who took it returns it, no charges will be pressed.

But if it’s not returned by end of day tomorrow, CCTV footage and images will be handed over to police.

Do the right thing. Return the horse. 🐴

04/05/2025

11/03/2025

Local Brewery Tumut River Brewing Co makes one of my favourite treats - Ginja Ninja
Can definitely recommend trying some when visiting our beautiful town. You can buy it at our local IGA, or visit Tumut for the full experience

03/11/2024

What's On this November in the Snowy Valleys!

📅 2nd November – Celebrate history at the Snowy Hydro 75th Anniversary in Talbingo! 🎉
🏍️ 9th November – Rev up for the Motorcycle Show and Shine at The Connection, Tumut! 🛠️✨
🚴‍♂️ 10th November – Get ready to ride at the Snowy Valleys Cycle Challenge starting from Adelong Showgrounds! 🏞️
🌹 11th November – Honor and remember at Remembrance Day services in Tumut (Richmond Park) and Tumbarumba (ANZAC Memorial).
🎄 16th November – Dive into the holiday spirit at the Snowy Valleys Christmas Markets in Tumut Showground! 🎁✨
🎅 23rd November – Enjoy local cheer at the Brungle Memorial Hall Christmas Market Day! 🎉🛍️

With so much to see and do, it really is the perfect time to plan your next trip to the region! 🌟

If there are other events taking place, feel free to let us know.

27/09/2024

😝Last night someone introduced me as the owner of the "Gin Distillery" in town, and I had to stop them and correct them.

Did you know that we are actually a Whisky Distillery that also happens to make award winning Eliksir Gins, vodka, and a range of boutique fruit liqueurs.

The whole adventure began with a desire to make Australia's best Single Malt whisky. But you can't rush these things. Aging is a crucial part of the process. Our early releases of malt spirit have all sold out and now we wait for the barrels to do their work.

In the meantime we've enjoyed creating a range of spirits and other beverages that showcase the best fruit, nuts and botanicals of the Snowy Valleys region.

We are well on the way to achieving our vision so stop on by and sample some of our efforts.

We are also the place to go for a great coffee, or toasted sandwich on a weekend.

Our cellar door and brewhouse is the perfect place to experience the best of the high country hospitality.

Open 12-5pm Friday, Saturday and Sunday.