We’ve been told that we should take the kids to Sovereign Hill, just outside Ballarat, which was the location of heavy gold mining in the 1850’s. The town has been recreated and, apart from being a tourist attraction, is actually very educational. We learn about the gold fever that ran through these parts, how the gold was mined and refined and lots more besides.
There’s even a bonus for Will. The motel we’re staying at has a sign in the grounds saying “Royal Tennis Court”. Further investigation shows this to be one of only 3 real tennis (Will’s favourite sport) courts in Australia and he even manages to get himself a game. I was very impressed by the 89 year old who showed us around the court and who took up Real Tennis aged 66 and still plays.
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