2025 World Bowls 
Champion of Champions

The Swan Hill region, located along the Murray River, is known for its fresh local produce, stunning landscapes, native wildlife, and rich Aboriginal heritage. The Latji Latji, Wemba Wemba, Barapa Barapa, and Wadi Wadi Nations are the area's traditional custodians, with a deep cultural connection to the land. 

Home to a thriving agricultural sector and over 1,300 small businesses, Swan Hill also features the Giant Murray Cod monument, a 15m long, 5m high tribute to the river's prized native fish. The vibrant CBD offers boutique shopping, cafés, and riverside parks. 

Key attractions include the Pioneer Settlement, the Heartbeat of the Murray light show, and the Swan Hill Regional Art Gallery, which showcases native art and touring exhibitions.

Nestled on the banks of the mighty Murray River and surrounded by tranquil natural bushland, the twin towns of Echuca Moama are a destination of timeless beauty, rich heritage, and unique charm. Known as the Paddle steamer Capital of the World, this region proudly boasts the largest operating fleet of historic Paddlesteamers, offering visitors a step back in time to experience the golden riverboat era.

Your tour starts with a guided visit to the Port of Echuca, where 19th-century river trade history comes to life. Then, relax aboard the iconic PS Pevensey for a scenic river cruise past majestic red gums and sweeping bends, with fascinating stories from the crew.

Kyabram Fauna Park is home to over 400 native Australian animals, including koalas, dingoes, kangaroos, cassowaries, wombats, wallabies, echidnas, emus, flying foxes, and quolls, with kangaroos, emus, and wallabies roaming freely. The park's reptile house showcases native snakes, lizards, and turtles.

Native birds like cockatoos, owls, finches, and bush-stone curlews live here, with large walk-in aviaries and expansive wetlands hosting various water bird species.
Covering 55 hectares of open woodland, wetlands, and lakes, the park also features visitor facilities like shelters, a café, a gift shop, a children's playground, and free barbeques. 

It’s an immersive experience that allows visitors of all ages to connect with nature and appreciate the country’s remarkable fauna.

Your tour begins with an immersive guided tour of the Port of Echuca, where the sights, sounds, and stories of Australia's river trade history come to life. Explore this beautifully preserved riverfront precinct, where original buildings and artefacts tell the story of a thriving 19th-century hub.

After your guided tour, relax and unwind aboard the PS Pevensey, one of Echuca's most iconic paddlesteamers. Built in 1911, the Pevensey offers an unforgettable river cruise, gliding past majestic river red gums and sweeping river bends. Listen to fascinating stories from the friendly crew and take in the peaceful sights and sounds of the Murray River while enjoying the fresh air and breathtaking views.

Your journey continues with a short drive to the Kyabram Fauna Park, a sanctuary for native Australian wildlife. Get up close and personal with koalas, kangaroos, wombats, and emus, with the unique opportunity to see many animals, like kangaroos, roaming freely in a natural bushland setting. Walk through the park’s enclosures, observe endangered species, and learn about conservation efforts to protect Australia’s diverse wildlife.