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Do you need a distraction from work? Or a regular reminder to plan your holiday to Bright & Surrounds? Or are you a budding photographer wanting to show your stunning images of the High Country to the world? Our Instagram and Facebook pages share the most droolworthy images so you can dream of us all year round. You'll also want to follow our YouTube Channel for videos of local adventures, personalities, places to see and inspiring scenery.
You'll love it. What's there to lose?
When you eventually do come to visit, don't forget to hashtag #seehighcountry and the town you're in. See you when you get here.
PHOTOS TO INSPIRE
There's something about our sublime views that attract awesome photographers. Follow us on Insta and we'll share their creations with you at home.
BECAUSE EVERYONE HAS ONE
Join us for content that will make you smile in between your memes and cat videos. We keep it fresh, so you won't find this stuff on our Insta page.
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WHERE THE FUN IS AT
This is where our locals show you around, take you flying, bike riding or for a chat with a winemaker. You'll probably recognise us in the street when you get here.
OUR HASHTAGS
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EXPERIENCES YOU'LL LOVE
Alpine Arts Trail Open Studios
Step inside the studios of the Kiewa Valley and discover the beating heart of the creative community. From Saturday 7 to Monday 9 June, five local artists are throwing open their studio doors and inviting you in for a rare glimpse behind the scenes. The Alpine Arts Trail Open Studios is a self-guided event where…
Sunday Sessions at Bright Brewery
Looking for a chilled Sunday afternoon in Bright? Head to Bright Brewery’s iconic Sunday Sessions, the town’s longest-running free live music event. Nestled by the Ovens River, these sessions offer the perfect spring afternoon vibe. Sip on a refreshing Mountain Crafted beer, enjoy a relaxed lunch on the Hop Terrace, and groove to the sounds…
Bright Brewery Guided Brewery Tours
See where all the magic happens. No question is off limits. Discover the art, science and business of brewing beer as the team take you through each step of the process and show you why Bright Brewery beer is truly special. Join one of their brewers for a behind-the-scenes tour of the state-of-the-art commercial brewery,…
Bright Gravel Ride and Race
The team are excited to shake up the format in 2025 and bring you the Bright Gravel Stage Race. Both days riding start and finish in Bright, and the routes highlight some of the premium unsealed roads of the region. On course, riders can expect six timed stages across the weekend with food, hydration, music…
Seasons of the Kilns Art Exhibition
Immerse yourself in history, beauty, and artistic expression with original landscape paintings showcasing the High Country’s historic tobacco kilns. Artists Simone Dole and Linda Spencer first visited these sites to paint en plein air, drawing inspiration from the kilns’ charming architecture and picturesque surroundings. Through their work, they seek to preserve both the kilns and…
ANZAC Day – Myrtleford
The 2025 Anzac Day dawn service will be conducted at Memorial Square in Clyde Street starting at 6:00am, followed by a gunfire breakfast at the Buffalo Hotel. The march from the RSL sub-branch to the memorial will commence at 10.45am, before the mid-morning service at 11.00am in Memorial Square. At the conclusion of the service,…
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