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Poatina Village boasts a number of outstanding recreational facilities for the
enjoyment of visitors and residents.
Poatina Golf Course
Poatina’s Golf Course is considered among the best in the state. Beautifully
kept greens complement the wide variety of trees that line the fairways of this
stunning golf course. It is framed by the majestic Great Western Tiers and has spectacular views
across to the Ben Lomond mountain ranges on the north overlooking the Northern Midlands plains.
Regular competitions are held each Saturday through the Poatina Golf Club.
Poatina Swimming Centre
The Poatina Swimming Centre boasts similar magnificent views as the Golf Course.
There are three swimming pools. The largest pool is half an Olympic size with
a diving area off to the side. Water temperatures during the summer months are around
23 degress and warmer in the smaller pools.
Toilet and change facilities are available. Contact Poatina Chalet for entry fees and Gate Key access
plus hire charges.
PLEASE NOTE: The Poatina Swimming Centre is unsupervised, and children
16 years or under must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Tennis Court
Poatina’s tennis court is available for casual hire, including rackets and balls, if required. Contact the Poatina Chalet for more information.
Thomas and Merry-go-Round rides
Poatina is home to a little 'train' that is an absolute delight for young children. The Village also has small merry-go-round on the Village Green, and rides for both of these is free. We don't want any child to miss out on having fun. Contact the Poatina Chalet about best times to bring children up for a ride.
Community Hall
Poatina’s Community Hall is a terrific facility for concerts, dances, celebrations, conferences
and sporting games. The main auditorium comprises of a basketball court and stage with seating
facilities available.
While in Poatina, take a walk up to the recycled glass brick monument and enjoy a moment to learn about
the past, present and future stories of the Village. On the way, wander through the beautiful labyrinth,
and enjoy the twitter of native blue wrens, delicate yellow finches and other birdlife.
There is also a kitchen, servery and dining room.
Contact Poatina Chalet for more information, or to make a booking.
More attractions and things to do in the region
There are a number of easy, medium and hard tracks to walk or mountain bike ride. Some lead to gentle
flowing creeks where native yabbies have been found and the odd fish or two. Wallabies, Potaroos and
Fallow Deer can frequently be seen on these tracks. Detailed maps can be obtained from the Chalet.
Poatina's park has free electric barbecues, picnic table and playground for children and adults. The
Village also has two cricket nets and plenty of open space to play soccer or kick a footie around.
A 10 minute drive up the Great Western Tiers will bring you to the base of the Poatina Hydro Pipeline where its
possible to climb the 1000 steps to the top. Its well worth driving a further 5 minutes and stopping at
the lookout for some pretty spectacular views of the Midlands.
For the fisherman (or woman) at heart, Great Lake is a 15 minute drive from Poatina and the renown Brumpy's
Creek is only 10 minutes away. There are plenty of guided fishing tour operators in the region who are
more than keen to pass on their skill and knowledge of flyfishing, as well as show you how to land a
beautiful rainbow or brown trout.
Liffey Falls is very close by, as is Woolmers Estate, and other heritage towns with buildings dating back
to convict years. The region is a wealth of history to be explored, enjoyed and absorbed.
Last updated: Wednesday, 5 May 2010
Webmaster: RJK - Poatina