Heywood is a small country town situated on the Fitzroy River, 352 kilometres south-west of Melbourne, Victoria. The town was settled by Europeans in the mid-1800s, however prior to this it was occupied by the Gunditjmara people. To the north and east of Heywood is the Budj Bim National Heritage Landscape, containing possibly the worlds’ oldest and most extensive aquaculture and human settlement sites.

On the last Saturday in February each year, Heywood comes to life with the ‘Wood, Wine and Roses Festival’. The festival showcases the art and craft of the region, holding competitions for best cut flowers, crafts, painting, woodwork and photography. Gourmet food and wine stalls are available, along with entertainment, parades and rides. It is a fun-filled day for both visitors and locals of all ages.

The campsite on Hunter Street East allows parking for up to 48 hours, with a dump point, potable water and bins provided. There is no cost to stay and pets are permitted on leads.

Tourist/Visitor Information Centre        

Portland Visitor Information Centre

Lee Breakwater Rd, Portland VIC

P: 03 5522 2130

www.glenelg.vic.gov.au

Casual Parking (near retail centre)

Apex Park, Cameron St, Heywood

Short Term Parking           

Hunter St East, Heywood, (48hrs), bins, water, pets on lead, nil charge

Dump Point  

Hunter St East, Heywood (Lat Long: -38.1311, 141.6327)

Potable Water          

Hunter St East, Heywood

Hospital        

21-23 Barclay St, Heywood, ph 03 5527 0555

Doctors Surgery     

21-23 Barclay St, Heywood, ph 03 5527 0555

Pharmacy     

Keatings Pharmacy, 63-65 Edgar St, Heywood, ph 03 5527 1683

Supermarket            

Daly’s IGA, 60/64 Edgar St, Heywood, ph 03 5527 2286