Patchewollock

Overview

A small township in the Wimmera Mallee, set right in the heart of Victoria’s agricultural area. A relative newcomer to the area, being settled in 1912. The Spring Flower Show (October) is a special annual event.

History

Established in 1914, Patchewollock originated from two aboriginal words ‘putje’ meaning plenty and ‘wallah’ meaning porcupine grass

Nearby Pine Plains is now part of Wyperfield National Park but its history dates back some 140 years to the early occupation of the Mallee by pastoralists and the development of Pine Plains Station by the O’Sullivan family.

Places of interest

Wyperfield National Park
Community wall mural
Wathe Reserve (wildflowers)
Rolling sandhills – Snowdrift and Mount Jenkins

Accommodation

The country town of Patchewollock offers two options for accommodation:

Patchewollock Motel/Hotel (03) 5084 1280 
Pine Plains Lodge www.pineplainslodge.com

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