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Leongatha was first settled in the 1880’s and subsequently saw the area open up even more when the railway line from Melbourne finally arrived. There are several historic buildings including the Court House and Post Office that are still standing today. It’s two main streets of McCartin and Bair St have recently been redesigned to extend the streetscape with wider footpaths including seating areas, plantar boxes and general beautification.

The town has a thriving theatre scene with regular productions and also a big sporting community within.

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eat, drink, repeat

You’ll have plenty of choices in Leongatha for dining out.

Bairs Otago Hotel and McCartins Hotel are the two local pubs in town and are both a hit for locals and visitors.

For pizza lovers and other Italian classics, be sure to visit Serafinos.

For tasty breakfast or lunch time meals, the town has a many choices.

• The Rusty Windmill: is a delightful little cafe with the cutest interior. Great light meals and freshly squeezed juices on the menu.
• Henriettas is a popular local cafe set within a beautifully presented homewares stores. Includes tables and lounges to sit back and relax.
• Number 9 Dream: offers up delicious home made health bowls as well as burgers and much more. A good range of delicious cakes.
• Sweet Life: specialising in custom made cakes, the cafe also has good coffee plus sweet and savoury option.
• Lyon & Bair: the tiny corner cafe serves up good coffee, sweet treats and light bites