Local Information
- The General Stores in Erica and Rawson are both Post Offices. They offer a range of baked, canned and frozen foods, as well as take-away snacks such as Ice Cream, Hamburgers, Pies and Chips. Each also stocks a limited range of camping necessities, household essentials, maps and other needs. If one can’t help, try the other.
- Diesel and Petrol The old pumps are still there, but no fuel is available in Erica, Rawson or Walhalla. The nearest fuel is at Tyers or Moe.
- LPG Swap and Go cylinders are available at the General Stores in Erica and Rawson. For home delivery of large cylinders contact Erica Caravan Park on 0400 999 236.
- Alcohol is available from the Rawson Mini-mart and the hotels in Erica and Walhalla.
- Supermarkets – if you can’t find what you need in Erica or Rawson, Moe, Morwell and Traralgon all have Aldi, Coles and Woolworths supermarkets.
- Pharmacy needs, including your prescriptions, are available from the Health Mart Pharmacy in Rawson. Open Mon to Fri, 9am to 5pm. Call (03) 4138 8488 or email your scripts to healthmartrawson@gmail.com
- Chain, Toboggan and Ski hire – Chains, clothing, skis, snow boards, snowshoes, toboggans etc are all available from Erica Ski Hire, 5 School Rd, Erica 3825. Call (03) 5165 3353 to book, or visit ericaskihire.com.au/#bookings
- Note: during the ‘Declared Snow Season’, wheel chains MUST be carried when driving to Mt Baw Baw or Mt St Gwinear. Penalties apply. If fitting chains becomes necessary, signs and/or Authorized Officers will indicate when and where this can be done safely.
COOPERS CREEK
Assaggio del Forno Café
40 Coopers Creek Rd (off Tyers-Rawson Rd)
Coopers Creek, Vic 3825.
03 5165 3223
https://www.facebook.com/assaggiodf
Wood fired pizza and Italian cuisine. Great coffee.
Group bookings welcome. Seasonal. Open Sundays and most long weekends. Check facebook for details.
ERICA
Acorn Food Van
Great Fish and Chips, add Coffee and Donuts if you prefer. A Friday night tradition in Erica and Rawson, but opens only when the cooks are available. Look for the little black caravan next to the Erica Ski Hire. You can call 03 5165 3353 and pre-order.
Erica Cafe & Bar
Quiet and comfortable. Country Style menu with something for everyone. Delectable Sweets, always something new. Dine in or take-away. Order take-away or book your table on 0410 709 724. Closed Mon & Tues except for Public Holidays.
Erica General Store, Post Office & Take-away
Pop in for a good selection of fast food including home-style pies. Sit out on the deck with a coffee and watch the traffic pass by. Closes at around 5:00pm. (03) 5165 3209
Erica Hotel Motel
A traditional and popular Country Pub that offers great food in comfortable surroundings. Open Wednesday to Sunday. Try something from their ‘Hot Rock’ menu (you cook your meat as you like it at your table) for something different. The Dining Lounge features an interesting display of timber town memorabilia and has an open fire for cold nights. Takeaway Pizza is available all day, as is a good selection of drinks. Call (03) 5165 3252 to book a bed or table. Erica Hotel Motel | family friendly | 8-10 School Road, Erica VIC, Australia
RAWSON
Rawson Minimart, Post Office & Take-away
In the heart of Rawson can be found a great selection of food ready to go, or they’ll cook your choice for you. Enjoy your snack and coffee outside and watch the birds hoping for crumbs. If cooking your own is preferred, the Mini-Mart offers a good selection of grocery items and frozen foods. And their Bottle Shop offers a selection of Beers and Wines to take away. Hours: 9 to 5, but may close later on busy days. (03) 5165 3311
Rawson Village Resort
The former Convention Centre and School Camp is closed and does not offer accommodation, meals or take-away alcohol.
‘Rawson Stockyard’ Restuarant,
famous for its ‘Country Barn’ decor and large meal sizes, the Stockyard is big and bold. If you haven’t dined there, life is not complete. It hides away down Depot Road on the edge of the Rawson Caravan Park . Lots of parking and a great menu with some interesting choices.
Although “walk-ups” are always welcome for any sitting, they do advise prior bookings where possible. Call (03) 5165 3111 or text important booking info to 0499 920 011 (date, first & last name, number of guests & time so they can confirm for you).
. Normally opens Fri Dinner, Sat Lunch and Dinner, Sunday Lunch only. Call to check holiday hours. (1) Facebook
WALHALLA
Goods Shed Cafe
Located in the Walhalla Railway Station just as you enter the township, this is an ideal spot for a snack or meal as part of your Walhalla Goldfields Railway adventure.
Wally Pub (Walhalla Lodge Hotel)
Call 0460 516 228 or DM us to book! Wally Pub
Walhalla’s Star Hotel
Parkers’ a la carte restaurant and wine bar is open to house guests only.
Walhalla Witchery Cafe
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A space for information about local business, services, trades and facilities. Listing is currently free, Please email additions and corrections to: contact@rawsonau.info.
Aircon & Refrigeration
- Moe Refrigeration (Moe, Brendon Brincat) 0409 436 478. moe.refrigeration@bigpond.com
- Ben Brouwer Plumbing, Rawson. 0431 560 247. bbrouwerplumbing@live.com.au.
Beauty & Health
- Health Mart Pharmacy, Rawson. Call (03) 4138 8488 or email your scripts to healthmartrawson@gmail.com.
- Nails by Temily
- Rawson Community Health Centre. Call 000 for emergencies. 1 Lehman Crt, Rawson. (Behind Shops). (03) 5625 6250. Open Tues, Wed, Fri, 8:30am to 4:30pm
Bookkeepers
- Wendy Adams Bookkeeping, Rawson. 0437 947 330. wendyadams3825@gmail.com. BAS Agent 25641179. Office Admin & support, Payroll, Xero, QBO etc.
- List your business here.
Bric a Brac & Op-shop
- The Erica & District Historical Society Inc opens its Bric a Brac (Op Shop) at 1/1a Pinnacle Drive in Rawson most Wednesdays and on some Public Holidays. Hours: typically 10am to 2pm. Call 0490 404 045 before leaving donations at the unattended premises.
Bus Lines
- Rawson Bus Lines, 30 Murray Rd, Newborough 3825
03 5127 7954 or 0428 653 614
Catering
- Erica Cafe & Bar, 2 Henty St, Erica 3825. (0410) 709 724. In-house, functions and off-site available.
Contractors
- Erica Earthmoving (Gordon Casey) 0428 512 845 or Jake 0400 521 103. ericaearthmoving@bigpond.com. General earthworks, sand and rock supplies. Has Excavators, Bobcat, Bulldozer, Backhoe, Tip Trucks, 4wd tractor etc.
- Space for another business
Council and Parliament
- to use
Electricians
- your business here
Firewood
- List your business here
Home Businesses
- Thermomix?
- Tutoring?
Horses
- to use
LPG supply
- Swap and Go (or purchase) BBQ and camping cylinders from Erica and Rawson General Stores.
- 45kg cylinders from Erica Caravan Park, (03) 5165 3315. info@ericacaravanpark.com.au
Painting and Decorating
- Decor Concepts Painting, servicing Rawson, Erica & surrounds. Theo & Dimitri 0413 061 154. decorconceptsmelbourne@gmail.com.
Pharmacy
- Rawson Health Mart Pharmacy, Murie St, Rawson 3825. (03) 4138 8488. Mon – Fri, 9am to 5pm. Closed Sat & Sun. Call in or email scripts to healthmartrawson@gmail.com. NDSS accredited. Full range of services, including Webster Packs, Vaccinations, Certification of Documents, Statutory Declarations, Medical Certificates, Witnessing Signatures.
Plumbing
- Ben Brouwer Plumbing, Rawson. 0431 560 247. bbrouwerplumbing@live.com.au. Wood fire specialist. Gas, LPG, Airconditioning, Hot Water Service, Water tanks. Anything plumbing.
- Listing available for another business
Towing and Transport
- Admiral Towing, 117 Moore St, Moe 3825. (03) 5126 2625 www.admiraltowing.com.au. Gippsland area vehicle recovery and transportation service.
Travel Agent
- Connected Travel Geoff Heyblom, 0488 324 944. e: geoffh@connectedtravel.com.au
Tree Services
- Gippsland Arboriculture Specialists. 0403 080 315, leave a message. Tree removals, pruning, stump grinding, hedging and habitat creation etc. Fully insured and qualified.
Additions and corrections are welcome. Please email to contact@rawsonau.info
LOCAL FACILITIES & SERVICES
Baw Baw Community Facility Bookings:
- Erica Hall, Pavilion and Oval. On main road in heart of Erica, next to Hotel/Motel. Erica Community Facilities C of M, P O Box 18, Erica 3825. Carol: 0437 354 184. ericamemorialhall@gmail.com
- Bells Hall Stadium, Rawson. Close to local accommodation and the central area of Rawson, this purpose-built basketball stadium can be utilised as a multi-purpose indoor recreation venue. Containing an air-conditioned canteen/meeting room, well equipped kitchen, showers, toilets, change rooms and a full sized basketball court, Bells Hall Stadium is perfect for your next day trip, workshop, or activity. Bookable
- Rawson Recreation Reserve (Robertson Sports Centre) includes the “Dunstan Oval” football and cricket ground, tennis courts and the public indoor heated pool. On-line Booking: Bookable
- Use of the Dunstan Oval Pavilion can be arranged through the Rawson Cricket Club. Contact information can be found in the Community Groups page.
Baw Baw Shire Council Offices
33 Young St, Drouin and 90 Smith St, Warragul
03 5624 2411 or 1300 BAW BAW (1300 229 229)
For fast response to matters needing attention use the Snap, Send, Resolve App.
Community Health Centre (Rawson)
Emergency 000
Non-urgent: 03 5625 6250
1 Lehmann Court, Rawson 3825
rawson.chc@wghg.com.au
Open 8:30am to 4:00pm
Tues, Wed, Fri.
DEECA (Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action
Enquiries: 03 5165 2200. Office Hours 9:00am to 3:00pm, Mon, Tues and Fri. If unanswered, please leave a voicemail. Fire and emergency contact 03 5165 2244. *** Call 000 to report a bushfire ***
Wildlife Rescue – call Wildlife Vic 03 8400 7300
Dump Point (Rawson)
Lat: -37.956130, Lon: 146.397130
1a Pinnacle Drive, Rawson.
Next to Police Station.
RV and portable toilet waste disposal. Potable water. Open 24 hours
Erica Pre-school/Kindergarten
Erica Kindergarten.
9-11 School Rd, Erica 3825
03 4311 1548
erica.kin@kindergarten.vic.gov.au or erica@ykinders.org.au
Gippsland Water
55 Hazelwood Road, Traralgon Victoria 3844 1800 050 500
Erica and Rawson piped water supply. Water is disinfected but not fine filtered. No Fluoride is added.
MYLI (Mobile Library)
Myli Bus:– 0408 595 296 (driver)
Every 2nd Thursday. 03 5622 2849
rachale@wgrlc.vic.gov.au
Police – Rawson
Emergency 000
Non-urgent: 131 444.
(03) 5165 3444
4 Lehmann Court, Rawson 3825
Statuary Declarations and Witnessed Signatures etc., can be arranged through the Chemist in Rawson.
Power Outages – SP Ausnet
To report faults in Erica, Rawson and Walhalla area contact AusNet Services https://www.ausnetservices.com.au/outages/report-a-fault
For information about current and planned outages: Outage Tracker
Rawson Primary School
School: 03 5165 3443
rawson.ps@education.vic.gov.au
School Council: Katie Matthysen
Rawson Swimming Pool.
Indoors. Heated. Open December to March. Complex has Gymnasium and Squash Court. Contact Baw Baw Council 03 5624 2411 or 1300 BAW BAW (1300 229 229) for Booking and opening hour information.
Thomson Times
Free Community Newsletter published each two months by the Erica and District Historical Society Inc.
m: 0490 404 045 (Leave Message)
e: tt_edhs@speedweb.com.au
Transfer Station
Mathieson’s Rd, Erica 3825.
0400 251 620
Open Mon, Wed, Sun Noon to 4:00pm, Closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day, Good Friday and New Year Day.
Mathieson’s Rd is on the southern edge of Erica township. Look for the Transfer Station signage.
Where can I find more information on what I can recycle?
Download the Baw Baw Waste App for the latest recycling information and to develop a bin collection calendar here.
Check out the A-Z Guide (PDF, 309KB) for a list of items you can and cannot recycle here.
Wildlife Rescue – If you hit a wild animal, or see an injured one on the roadside
If in Erica, Rawson or Walhalla area, call Colleen Wood 0429 653 583. Or call Wildlife Victoria. 24 hours, 7 days a week. 
03 8400 7300
COMMUNITY GROUPS
Cemetary Trust
Moondarra (Erica) Cemetary, Mathiesons Rd, Erica.
Kerry 03 5165 3180 kb66@speedweb.com.au
Ann 03 5165 3401
CHC Auxiliary
Fundraising group for the Rawson Community Health Centre.
Bev Dowie 0429 653 293
bevdowie@speedweb.com.au
CFA – Erica and District
Emergency 000
Erica and District CFA
Non-urgent: 03 5165 3318
Moe – Rawson Rd, Erica 3825 (AKA Parker’s Corner.)
fberica@cfa.gov.vic
Community Ambulance Team
Emergency: Call 000
Operates from SES Depot: 2/1a Lehmann Court, Rawson 3825.
Erica and District Historical Society Inc
1/1a Pinnacle Drive, Rawson.
Opens Wed 10am to 2pm and some Public Holiday weekends.
m: 0490 404 045 (Leave Message)
e: ericaanddistricthistorical@gmail.com
Landcare
David Lowe 0409 623 498
Lions Club of Mt Erica
Contact: Rae-Anne 0418 580 536 or Sam 0491 816 380
ericalionsclub@outlook.com
P O Box 209 Erica 3825
Moe Rivers Scout Group
Erica, Rawson and Moe. Local Contacts: Fiona 0417 562 809, Stacey 0409 289 973
Rawson Cricket Club
Ben 0431 560 247
Dunstan Pavilion/Oval, Rawson
bbrouwerplumbing@live.com.au
Red Cross, Erica/Rawson Friends of Group
Local Contact:
Bev Dowie 0429 653 293
bevdowie@speedweb.com.au
National 1800 733 276
SES – State Emergency Service Erica/Rawson Unit
Emergency 000
Non-urgent: 132 500
Depot: 2/1a Lehmann Court, Rawson 3825
erica@ses.vic.gov.au
available to use
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Caringal Scout Camp, (03) 5165 3210 or 0432 853 210.
655 Telbit Road, Telbit (AKA as Caringal or Tyers Junction), VIC 3825
Turn-off at Collins Siding, 2km south of Erica.
- Unpowered tent campsites
- Caravan & RV camping – about 40 sites, most unpowered. Some can accommodate up to two caravans.
- Five cabins sleeping from 2 – 30 people. Mattresses are provided but you need to bring your own linen.
Erica Caravan Park (03) 5165 3315. 14 Station St, Erica 3825.
Home – Erica Caravan Park Cabins. Caravan, RV and tent sites. Compact and award-winning caravan and camping Park with great facilities. Walk to playground, Hotel, Cafe and Store. Located behind recreation reserve at southern edge of town.
Erica Hotel Motel (03} 5165 3252. 8-10 School Rd (the Main Rd), Erica 3825
- More than your average country pub!
- Seven well-appointed Motel Units each with private ensuite, split-system air conditioning/heating, tea and coffee making facilities, a toaster, and a fridge. Just a few steps to Erica Hall, Recreation Reserve playground and Caravan Park. Breakfast available 7 days.
- In the Hotel, the Bushmans Museum themed Bistro offers ‘Hot Rock’ menu choices as well as all your favourites. Groups welcome. Open for Lunch and Dinner Wednesday to Sunday. Closed Mon & Tues except for Public Holidays or group bookings.
- Erica Hotel Motel | family friendly | 8-10 School Road, Erica VIC, Australia
Mountain Rivers Tourist Park, (03) 5165 3231. 11 Depot Rd Rawson 3825
http://www.mountainrivers.com.au/
Luxury Spa and family Cabins, Caravan, RV and tent sites. From tent, caravan and RV camping, to budget bunkhouse and cubbies, comfortable motel and cabins, or sensational chalets, the beauty and tranquility of Mountain Rivers Tourist Park, and its friendly community atmosphere, make it an ideal base for visiting the Walhalla and Mountain Rivers tourism region.
Rawson Caravan Park, (03) 5165 3439. Depot Rd, Rawson 3825
Rawson Caravan Park and Holiday Units
Cabins, Holiday Units, and powered Campsites (most with private bathrooms). Campfires and pets on leash allowed.
Office in Stander Drive (at end of sealed section of Depot Rd), opposite Stockyard Restaurant.
Walhalla’s Star Hotel 0436 462 462. 130 Main Road, Walhalla 3825
info@starhotel.com.au
Walhalla’s Star Hotel provides stylish accommodation in twelve large suites. A boutique accommodation hotel with a quiet, relaxed atmosphere set in the heart of the township. If you’re looking for an escape, look no further.
Walhalla – other options www.walhallaaccommodation.com.au
Walhalla has many properties which are available for rental when not being used by their owners. Check www.walhallaaccommodation.com.au or sites such as booking.com, Airbnb.com.au or trivago https://www.trivago.com.au
Walhalla – Chinese Gardens Campground Main Rd, Walhalla 3825 (03) 5165 6250
The Chinese Gardens Camping Ground is situated on the Main Road approximately 2 km north of the Walhalla Township. Chinese Gardens Camping – Walhalla Board
Bookings Are Essential
Use the online Book Now link here. Book Now (fareharbor.com)
Check-in between 10am and 4pm daily.
The camping ground is in two sections. Both sections are un-powered.
The South Side is suitable for 2WD vehicles, camper trailers, small camper-vans, small caravans and tents. Most sites are approximately 10 m x 7 m, with two smaller sites. Sites slope slightly, and some are a little uneven.
The access to the North Side is by 4WD only via a steep slope and new bridge across Stringer’s Creek to reach the camping area. Camping spots on the north side are not reserved, so you set up your camp on the available space. This camping area gently slopes towards the creek and has limited flat spaces. The number of campers on this side is restricted.
The Amenities Block has 5 suites, each with a toilet and shower. One suite is suitable for less able access. These suites are opened by a coded lock; the code will be advised at check-in. There are hot and cold water taps at the rear of the amenities with a bench under for your wash basin.
The small Laundry has a washer and dryer – these require $1 & $2 coins.
Free electric BBQs are available in the shelter by the driveway, about 30 metres from the amenities block.
Water is from tanks only and it is recommended that it is boiled before use.
Domestic pets are welcome under owner’s control at all times. Fires are restricted to above ground fire pit e.g. a chuffer. No fires are allowed on the ground. No fires on days of Total Fire Ban. Generators are permitted between 8:00 am and 10:00 pm only.
There is Telstra mobile phone coverage in Walhalla. A public telephone is available on the footpath near the Walhalla General Store.
DUMP POINT & POTABLE WATER
1a Pinnacle Drive, Rawson 3825.
Next Rawson Police Station. Open 24 hours. Potable water.
Lat: -37.956130, Lon: 146.397130
Free Camping Areas near Erica & Rawson – limited or no facilities
- North Gardens camping area, Main Rd, Walhalla
- Coopers Creek Recreation Reserve, Coopers Creek Track
- Aberfeldy River Camping Area (4WD)
- Brunton’s Bridge
- Thomson Bridge, near Thomson Station
- Senninis Track, Moondarra State Park
Other Free Camping Info
- Findacamp
- Camping in Australia: Best Campgrounds in Australia 2024
- Hipcamp
- Home (freecampingaustralia.com.au)
More information coming soon, eg seasonal road closures
Walks
Erica
Erica – Mill Park. Old saw-mill site. Easiest entry off Henty St. Birds, native and exotic vegetation, some hilly pathways, picnic shelter.
Rawson
Rawson – Crater Lake. Level gravel track, birds, native vegetation, picnic shelter and toilet. Vehicle entrance and parking near round-about south of school. Or access via pathway behind Community Health Centre.
Walhalla
Walhalla is a walkers paradise. Flat and easy on sealed roads in the valley bottom. Great views for the fitter folk from the higher tracks. Buildings that have been there forever and some that pretend. Places to take a break and enjoy a cuppa or coffee, but some only open Wednesdays and weekends. Toilets and BBQs.
Drives and Rides
Mt Erica and Mt St Gwinear car parks. Unsealed roads, but suitable for 2wd vehicles most of the year. Chains must be carried during the Declared Snow Season, but can be hired from Erica Ski Hire. Walking tracks, several different options when you get to the end of the road.
Thomson Dam. Sealed road. Take a break at the nearby Silvertop recreation area which has shelters, BBQs and toilets. Cross the Dam and head left on unsealed road to Aberfeldy. Unless you have a 4WD DO NOT turn right and travel down the Walhalla Road – it’s very narrow and poorly maintained.
Blue Rock Dam. Sealed Road, picnic facilities.
Moondarra State Park. Sealed Road. Picnic, lake views.
Walhalla. Sealed Road, picnic areas, BBQs, history preserved. Coffee and snacks, Corner Store Museum, Historic Post Office and residence, mine tours, Cemetary, lots to see! Catch the train from Thomson and enjoy your walk into the town.
Walhalla Goldfields Railway. Runs Wednesdays, Weekends and daily during School Holidays. Enjoy one of the world’s great rail experiences as the train winds its way along the sides of Stringers Creek. Call 03 5165 6280 or go to Bookings – Walhalla Goldfields Railway (walhallarail.com.au)
Tyers Gorge viewing platform. Short bush drive and a very short walk leads to spectacular elevated views. See the river far below.
Tyers Lookout. On Rawson-Tyers Rd just before descent to Tyers. Spectacular views of Latrobe Valley and Power Stations, especially at night when everything lights up.