Stroll down Yackandandah’s main street and pop into Feather and Drum Custom Hat Co. Local drummer and hat maker Cat Leahy will help you find the perfect fit for your head and personality. Treat yourself or someone special to a one-of-a-kind, handcrafted hat built to last.
As seen on Tim Rogers, Kate Ceberano, Bobby Alu and Ash Grunwald. The shop also stocks ready-made fur felt hats, tourist caps, accessories, hand-knitted items and unique gifts. Drop into the shop or contact Cat via email to create the lid of your dreams.
Finishing up at the Heritage listed protected site of the Gold mine, which was operated from 1867 to 1884. Guides into this world listed mine and show you the pick marks still on the dirt walls, and then the core holes from the black powder blasting.
There is a full commentary on the history of the men who operated it, ending up in the middle of the mountain where the quartz reef is still visible. Then walk along the quartz reef and reveal some gold still there to be seen, this quartz reef being the source of the alluvial gold found in the creek.
Yackandandah Lions Walk
This is a short easy walk taking approximately 20 minutes.
Yackandandah Museum is home to more than 11,000 items showcasing the rich history and stories of the district. Housed in the historic Bank of Victoria, built in 1860, the museum features fascinating collections, changing themed displays and the original Bank Manager’s cottage.
Explore local history through photographs, documents, artefacts and more, with research services and publications also available. Children’s activities make it a great stop for the whole family.
Yackandandah Gold Mining
Yackandandah’s gold mining history began with the discovery of gold in 1852. Today, visitors can still try their luck panning for gold, with The Junction a popular spot where Yackandandah Creek meets Nine Mile Creek. A current Miner’s Right is required to prospect in Victoria and is valid for 10 years. Prospecting is permitted in Yackandandah and Stanley State Forest, with panning permitted above The Junction in Nine Mile Creek.
