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A cafe at South BeachSouth BeachOld MillFishing off Port DenisonPage 30 | australiascoralcoast.comIrwin District MuseumHoused in the old police station, theIrwin District Museum provides an insightinto the hardships and triumphs of theregion’s pioneers. The building itself wasconstructed in 1870 and served as apolice station, courthouse and jail. Themuseum is open most mornings from10am to 12pm and entry is $2.50.Walking TrailsDongara-Denison offers 12 differentwalking trails, traversing the twin towns’most scenic locations. Stroll the banksof the Irwin River, enjoy incredibleocean views along the Shipwreck Trailcommemorating shipwrecks and mishapsalong the Irwin Coast, or step back in timeon the Historic Walk.Priory LodgeThis fi ne historical establishment issprawled just a stone’s throw from theIrwin River. Constructed in 1881 as asingle storey limestone building, it fi rstserved as the Dongara Hotel before beingrun by the Dominican Sisters as a schooland boarding college for 70 years. Visitorscan now enjoy bar and restaurant facilitiesin this heritage building.Blessing of the FleetHeld each year on a Sunday in Novemberis the entertaining and colourful Blessingof the Fleet. The annual event marks thebeginning of rock lobster season and isa celebration to wish the fl eet a bountifulseason. On shore, the local Lions Club hasstalls, activities and entertainment all day.MarketsIrwin River MouthFor the buzz and excitement of a bustlingstreet market, stop in at the DongaraMarkets, held on the fi rst Saturday ofevery month from 9am to 1pm at theDongara Town Park.Gourmet DelightsOlive lovers will pick up some tasty treatsand olive oil products at the local grove.Enjoy a cappuccino in the shade of thehistoric Moreton Bay fi g trees (plantedover 100 years ago) lining MoretonTerrace, the main street of Dongara.Wildlife EncountersThe delightful walks around Dongara andPort Denison provide many opportunitiesto spot a large number of local andmigratory birds that inhabit the region. Fora closer experience, head to a local animalfarm where you can interact with rabbits,chickens and other farm animals. Near toDongara you’ll even have the opportunityto meet some friendly dingoes at a localwildlife park. Contact the Dongara VisitorCentre for more information.SportThe Irwin District Sports Centre, locatedin a spacious complex offers facilitiesfor squash, badminton and basketball,while nearby, tennis players can choosea grass or hard court. The DenisonBowling Club offers superb greens and afriendly relaxed atmosphere. The 18-holeDongara Golf Course offers scenic viewsfrom almost every hole.