11th June, 9th July, 23rd July, 13th August 2025

10am - 11.30am

If you're looking for something to do on a cold winter's day then look no further!

Duneira is running guided Winter House tours showcasing Stuart Stoneman's extensive Art Collection.

Stoneman was Duneira's last owner who, upon his death in 2002, bequeathed his estate and his collections to the care of the S.R.Stoneman Foundation.

Duneira estate is an historically significant original hill station on the southern slopes of Mount Macedon.

The main residence was built between 1874-1875 as a summer residence for pastoralist Suetonius Officer.

It was designed by architect Levi Powell and has an Italianate villa style exterior while the internal layout is similar to that of a neo-classical English country house.

Duneira is considered to be the 'jewel in the crown' of the few remaining grand hill stations left intact on Mt Macedon after the devasting bushfires of 1983.

Along with the Stoneman Art Collection, the house features an extensive library, Persian rugs, grand pianos and interesting period furniture.

During this tour our knowledgeable guide will provide fascinating insights into the story of Duneira and it's six owners.

This tour includes morning tea in the newly restored Stables.

We hope to see you there!

24th July - 21st August 2025

10am - 2pm

Join award winning author Sonia Orchard in the library at Duneira Estate for a "Write your own memoir course" In this 5-week course, participants will learn the basics of memoir writing and why it is such a powerful writing form. Exercises will be focused on helping participants find their own 'story', their voice and their style. They will also learn tips on scene setting, story-telling, and how to shape their narrative into a manuscript. Sonia excels at creating a safe space for writers (from beginners to experienced), and helping them build the confidence and create the plan they need to continue with their memoir writing beyond the classes.

https://www.soniaorchard.com.au/

21st June 2025

10am - 12.30pm

Winter brings a vast array of green, red and orange foliage to Duneira’s historic grand garden. Join Melina Goddard as she demonstrates how to make a beautiful and sustainable wreath from Duneira’s abundance of natural materials . Guests will enjoy morning tea as we keep warm by the fire in the stables.