Maldon’s Porcupine Village tourist attraction to be restored

Aiming to attract more visitors to the Central Goldfields region, the Victorian Government is securing the future of Maldon’s Porcupine Village tourist attraction with a $1.7 million investment towards the project.

The restoration, which will include the school, blacksmith, and lolly shop, will provide a unique opportunity for visitors to experience the village just as it was generations ago and learn about how gold shaped Maldon and Victoria’s heritage.

The new accommodation including glamping tents and safari-style cabins at the village will help encourage visitors to stay longer and enjoy all the region has to offer.

The project will also feature a native wildlife sanctuary and a function space for school excursions.

This will link it to the Victorian school curriculum, helping children learn firsthand about the gold-rush era and the environment.

Victorian Minister for Tourism, Sport and Major Events, Martin Pakula today announced that funding from the Regional Tourism Investment Fund will go towards restoration works and new accommodation, bringing Maldon’s gold rush history to life for visitors.

Tourism is a key contributor to the Goldfields economy, with the region attracting more than 8.1 million visitors in the year ending December 2019.

Victorian Minister for Tourism, Sport and Major Events, Martin Pakula noted “we’re investing in this project because it will create jobs now and allow future generations to learn about Victoria’s

fascinating gold rush era.

“The new accommodation will encourage visitors to stay longer and explore the Central Goldfields – that’s a win for local business.”