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- History
- Bright shared the excitement of the 1850's gold rush, and the township was established during these early years. When the rush was over those who stayed on used the country's natural resource, timber, to establish a saw milling industry.
With great foresight, these pioneers planted Bright's broad avenues of elms, chestnuts, poplars and scarlet oaks. More than a century ago the vivid autumn colours of these trees attracted visitors to the town.
The Bright Alpine Club was formed in 1883 to help visitors enjoy the district's natural attractions. Bright's first guide book was published in 1887; it included maps of walking tracks and bridle paths - relics of the gold-mining days - specially marked and graded according to degrees of difficulty - these are still enjoyed today.
Bright's first railway station was opened in 1890, but the hastily built timber structure met with the stern disapproval of Bright's leading citizens, and was replaced with a red-brick railway station by 1900, which now serves as museum headquarters for the Bright Historical Society.- Geography
Bright, Set in the North-East of Victoria in a region of spectacular natural beauty. Amidst the High Country of the Victorian Alps - Mt Buffalo, Mt Hotham and Mt Bogong - fertile valleys criss-crossed by streams, rivers and lakes.- Accommodation
- Bright and its neighbouring towns offer large range of accommodation facilities to suite everyone's needs and budget. Caravan parks and camping grounds beside a lake, river or an open field. Bunk-down in a Youth Hostel, economical hotel/motel room or a luxury motel, with spa and room service.
- Travel
- Travel from Melbourne to Bright approximately 3 1/2 hours, via the Hume Freeway to Wangaratta, then take the Ovens Valley Highway. From Sydney to Bright approximately 7 1/2 hours via the Hume Highway to Wodonga then the Kiewa Valley Highway.
- Sights
- Travelling on foot is the best way to enjoy Bright The town of well loved gardens, each year during the Spring Festival, has many private gardens open for inspection, The abundance of flowering azaleas, camellias and rhododendrons delight the senses. A network of fine walking tracks brings mountain streams, soaring peaks and breathtaking views within easy reach of the whole family. And if you are fit and adventurous, you will find plenty of challenge too. Window shopping is always a joy in Bright with clothes and crafts, antiques and artwork.
- Touring
- Bright is the perfect base for a touring holiday of High East Victoria. Drive anywhere south of Bright and you are very soon in the mountains and the huge Alpine National Park. Drive north and discover quaint old gold-mining towns and the craft shop, museums, art galleries and cafes in beautifully restored historic buildings.
Tower Hill - Eight kilometres is all it takes to get to Tower Hill and back from Bright for views over the township with Mt Bogong in the background.
Clearspot - A return trip of just 25km from Bright will take you 991 metres high, and provides views from Mt Buller to the south across to Mt Buffalo and across the ranges.
Wandiligong Valley - This valley only 6km from Bright is classified by the National Trust. Once a thriving gold mining town with a large population. A number of historic buildings are preserved in the township.
Hugins Lookout - This lookout is only a short drive from Bright and offers good views over the township.
Lake Buffalo - Located high on the Buffalo River is an artificial lake suppling water to Wangaratta and the many tobacco farms and hop gardens in the Buffalo Valley. Excellent place for fishing and boating, with picnic facilities.
Beechworth - The town of Beechworth is living history with permanent reminders of the gold rush, bushrangers, and other fascinating relics of a by gone era.- Entertainment
- Alpine Para gliding
Bright High Country Safaris Horse Trail Rides
Big D Mt Hotham Learn to Ski
Nug Nug Range
Freeburgh Trail Rides
Deer & Emu Tourist Farm Complex
Crystal Waters Trout Farm
High Country Expeditions
Holiday Air Adventures - Scenic Joy Flights
Boynton's of Bright Winery & Vineyard
Bright Art Gallery & Cultural Centre Inc
Country Collectables Gallery
Gallery 90
Norma Kett Gallery
St Andrews Gallery
Porepunkah Poetry
- Leisure
- Bright Bowls Club
Bright Country Golf Club
Bright Sports Centre
For further information:
Bright Visitor Information Centre
Phone: 1800-500-117
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