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Gippsland Art Gallery
Established in 1965, Gippsland Art Gallery plays a vital role in the arts and culture of the region. It is situated at the Port of Sale, overlooking stunning waterways and parkland. The gallery hosts many exhibitions throughout the year of local, national and international significance, in addition to ongoing and evolving displays of the permanent collection. Housed in the Wellington Centre together with the Sale Library and Sale Visitor Centre, there is always plenty to see and do.
www.gippslandartgallery.com
Holey Plains State Park
Situated south-west of Sale, this park consists mainly of Banksia-Eucalypt open forests and woodlands growing on low sandy ridges, offering visitors bush walking trails, camping and picnic facilities
www.parks.vic.gov.au
Sale Common Nature Conservation Reserve
The internationally listed Sale Common consists of freshwater marshes and red gum woodlands with an enormous variety of birdlife. The best way to enjoy the surrounds is on the Sale Common Wetlands Walk, a boardwalk which starts at the edge of the swamp and continues past deeper water, islands and through a small reed bed. Visitors can watch the pelicans, swans and ducks from the bird hide at the eastern end.
www.parks.vic.gov.au
Sale Museums
Sale Historical Society manages 4 museums in Sale. The largest is the Sale Historical Museum which is housed in the old council chambers and features portraits of local pioneers, historic photographs, military memorabilia and items that depict early life in the area. There is also the Water Tower Museum which illustrates the town's water supply history, Railway Signal Box and Powder Magazine.
www.salemuseums.com
The Wedge
The Wedge is a contemporary performing arts centre that hosts great shows from local and visiting entertainers. It also features artwork displays and a licensed theatre cafe which has a fantastic menu and delicious coffee.
www.thewedge.com.au