The Chaffey Trail

The Chaffey Trail Trace the story of how Mildura became an irrigated oasis in the midst of an arid land along the Chaffey Trail. Offering self guided and guided tours.

Host of the Chaffey Festival - a celebration of the regions history, arts and culture.

The 2026 Chaffey Festival has officially started! If you missed today's event, do not worry we have an exciting line of...
31/05/2026

The 2026 Chaffey Festival has officially started! If you missed today's event, do not worry we have an exciting line of events happening right across the weekend.

✨ Places are strictly limited for many sessions and experiences.
✨ Bookings are essential — once tickets are gone, they’re gone!

If you’ve been thinking about attending, now is the time to secure your spot before you miss out.
These special events acknowledge the people and innovation that has shaped our wonderful community.

There is something for everyone across the festival weekend.

🎟️ Don’t leave it too late — book your tickets ASAP and be part of the excitement!

We can’t wait to welcome you.

The 2026 Chaffey Festival has officially started and we have an exciting line of events happening right across the weeke...
29/05/2026

The 2026 Chaffey Festival has officially started and we have an exciting line of events happening right across the weekend.

Saturday 30 May - Step behind Mildara Winery (Only a few tickets remain)
Saturday 30 May - The legacy of W.B. Chaffey, his role at Mildara Winery and acknowledging the 100 years of the passing of WB Chaffey
📽 Sunday 31 May - Langtree Hall, movie matinee

✨ Places are strictly limited for many sessions and experiences.
✨ Bookings are essential — once tickets are gone, they’re gone!

If you’ve been thinking about attending, now is the time to secure your spot before you miss out.
These special events acknowledge the people and innovation that has shaped our wonderful community.

There is something for everyone across the festival weekend.

🎟️ Don’t leave it too late — book your tickets ASAP and be part of the excitement!

We can’t wait to welcome you.

FINAL DAYS TO PURCHASE TICKETS Langtree Hall Matinee MovieSunday 31 May 2026Our much loved Langtree Hall Matinee Movie r...
28/05/2026

FINAL DAYS TO PURCHASE TICKETS

Langtree Hall Matinee Movie
Sunday 31 May 2026

Our much loved Langtree Hall Matinee Movie returns with another special edition of Frames of History, production by Ian MacWilliams.

This year’s screening will feature a narrated compilation of rare film and still images, bringing to life Queen Elizabeth II’s historic 1954 visit, alongside guided walk through with Ross Lanyon at the Mildura Club.

A unique opportunity to experience and reflect on these important moments in our region’s history, brought together in a captivating visual presentation.

Langtree Hall Matinee Movie.
Date: Sunday 31st May 2026
Time: 2pm (duration 90mins)
Address: 79 Walnut Avenue, Mildura
Tickets: $10 per person
(afternoon tea provided)

LAST DAYS TO PURCHASE TICKETS The Legacy of W.B. ChaffeySaturday 30 May 2026Join us for a special commemorative event ma...
27/05/2026

LAST DAYS TO PURCHASE TICKETS

The Legacy of W.B. Chaffey
Saturday 30 May 2026
Join us for a special commemorative event marking 100 years since the passing of WB Chaffey.

Chaffey Trail Reference Group Merbein member, Bernadette Wells, will present a tribute to W. B.’s role at Merbein’s Mildara Winery. The evening will also include 2 films which feature Shirley Abicair (singer, TV personality and exponent of Zither playing) singing on her visit to the Mildara winery and an interview with Herbert Chaffey, W. B.’s son. Enjoy a light supper and the opportunity to mingle with fellow guests as we reflect on and celebrate this important milestone in our shared history.

The Legacy of WB Chaffey.
Date: Saturday 30th May 2026
Time: 7pm (duration 90mins)
Address: Merbein RSL Rooms, Commercial Street, Merbein
Tickets: $20 per person

Langtree Hall Matinee MovieSunday 31 May 2026Our much loved Langtree Hall Matinee Movie returns with another special edi...
27/05/2026

Langtree Hall Matinee Movie
Sunday 31 May 2026

Our much loved Langtree Hall Matinee Movie returns with another special edition of Frames of History, production by Ian MacWilliams.

This year’s screening will feature a narrated compilation of rare film and still images, bringing to life Queen Elizabeth II’s historic 1954 visit, alongside guided walk through with Ross Lanyon at the Mildura Club.

A unique opportunity to experience and reflect on these important moments in our region’s history, brought together in a captivating visual presentation.

Langtree Hall Matinee Movie.
Date: Sunday 31st May 2026
Time: 2pm (duration 90mins)
Address: 79 Walnut Avenue, Mildura
Tickets: $10 per person
(afternoon tea provided)

The Legacy of W.B. ChaffeySaturday 30 May 2026Join us for a special commemorative event marking 100 years since the pass...
27/05/2026

The Legacy of W.B. Chaffey
Saturday 30 May 2026
Join us for a special commemorative event marking 100 years since the passing of WB Chaffey.

Chaffey Trail Reference Group Merbein member, Bernadette Wells, will present a tribute to W. B.’s role at Merbein’s Mildara Winery. The evening will also include 2 films which feature Shirley Abicair (singer, TV personality and exponent of Zither playing) singing on her visit to the Mildara winery and an interview with Herbert Chaffey, W. B.’s son. Enjoy a light supper and the opportunity to mingle with fellow guests as we reflect on and celebrate this important milestone in our shared history.

The Legacy of WB Chaffey.
Date: Saturday 30th May 2026
Time: 7pm (duration 90mins)
Address: Merbein RSL Rooms, Commercial Street, Merbein
Tickets: $20 per person

Don’t miss your chance to see what is believed to be the World’s First Rotary Hoe — now restored and on display at the S...
25/05/2026

Don’t miss your chance to see what is believed to be the World’s First Rotary Hoe — now restored and on display at the Sunraysia Early Settlers Museum.

This is a rare opportunity for machinery enthusiasts, history lovers, farming families, engineers, collectors and locals to experience an incredible piece of irrigation and agricultural history up close.

Join us for a fascinating morning exploring the early development of the Mildura and Wentworth region.
Guest speaker Christopher Ekert, great grand son of Hurtle Pegler, will share personal stories and reflections
on Pegler’s life as a pastoralist and his connection to the pioneering irrigation era led by George Chaffey and
William Benjamin (WB) Chaffey.

✨ Descendants of the historic families will be in attendance
✨ Includes a tour of the museum and access to this remarkable restoration
✨ See the reassembled rotary hoe featuring a “true to scale” painting of the original traction engine
✨ A unique piece of machinery history with strong local connections to Mildura’s irrigation story

With the event only days away 🎟️ Secure your tickets ASAP before this event sells out.

This is one of those events that machinery and history enthusiasts will not want to miss.

The countdown is on — the Festival officially kicks off THIS WEDNESDAY! With an exciting lineup of events happening righ...
25/05/2026

The countdown is on — the Festival officially kicks off THIS WEDNESDAY!

With an exciting lineup of events happening right across the weekend, we can’t wait to welcome our community and visitors to celebrate with us.

✨ Places are strictly limited for many sessions and experiences.
✨ Bookings are essential — once tickets are gone, they’re gone!

If you’ve been thinking about attending, now is the time to secure your spot before you miss out.

These special events acknowledge the people and innovation that has shaped our wonderful community. There is something for everyone across the festival weekend.

🎟️ Don’t leave it too late — book your tickets ASAP and be part of the excitement!

We can’t wait to celebrate with you! 🙌

📚 Exploring local history just got easier!The Chaffey Trail website has a whole range of free resources for educators, s...
30/01/2026

📚 Exploring local history just got easier!

The Chaffey Trail website has a whole range of free resources for educators, students and history lovers:

✨ Classroom friendly learning materials aligned with the Australian Curriculum
🧩 Puzzles and activities for kids
🚶 Self guided tours to explore at your own pace
🎥 A digital library of short videos
📰 Blog articles
📍 Information on every stop along the trail

Perfect for teachers, homeschoolers and curious minds of all ages.

Dive in and start exploring today!

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