Sharing positive stories of rural businesses and communities.
For a tiny rural town, Minyip has a lot of interesting stories to tell. 22 years ago, the very first Community Branch of the Bendigo Bank opened in Rupanyup Minyip. The original Eureka Flag was discovered at a local property. The Flying Doctors, The Dressmaker, and The Dry have all been filmed in and around Minyip. And rumour has it that the ABC’s Heather Ewart is the next celebrity coming to town!
Read MoreCafes are a draw card in every rural town. They are a social hub for the locals and a great reason for travellers to stop. Not many cafes can claim to be named after a much loved television character though.
Read MoreEveryone deserves a second chance. Rural towns diversify and reinvent themselves. Vacant buildings are filled with new purpose. Unwanted household items find new owners. And people are given a second chance to work and provide valuable community service. I really do like second chances.
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