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Mountain Bike Trails including the State Mountain Bike course offers 20 kilometres of trails catering for riders of all ages and ability. The lake is very popular for canoeing, sailing, paddle boating and surf skiing. There are also a number of walking tracks including three trails that are linked for a brisk two-hour walk around the lake.
The Lysterfield Park is a public park located in the Greater Melbourne region of Victoria, Australia. The 1,398-hectare (3,450-acre) park is situated approximately 30 kilometres (19 mi) southeast of the Melbourne central business district, adjacent to the suburb of Lysterfield in the City of Casey. When combined with the adjacent Churchill National Park, the two parks comprise 1,668 hectares in the Dandenong Valley and the Dandenong Ranges that are a haven for native birds, mammals and reptiles, and provide recreational opportunities.
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The Drum
Opened in February 2006, Drum Theatre is a state-of-the-art, purpose built performing arts theatre within the heritage facade of the former Dandenong Town Hall, and situated in the heart of the Dandenong CBD.
The Australian National Aviation Museum houses a substantial collection of over 50 civil and military aircraft, including several rare and locally significant types. Its exhibits chart the evolution of aviation in Australia from early pioneering designs through to the jet age, with many aircraft undergoing active restoration. Largely volunteer-run, the museum offers an informative and accessible insight into the country’s aviation heritage.
Monash University is one of the major tertiary institutions in Melbourne.