A town internationally renowned for its rock-climbing culture officially became the home of Australia’s first climbing museum at the weekend.
Arapiles Historical Society unveiled Natimuk’s Arapiles Climbing Museum to the public at a Friday-night grand opening at the town’s former Masonic Hall.
International climbing authority and Natimuk resident Keith Lockwood said the museum was a showcase of rock-climbing history and evolution, capturing the influence of Mount Arapiles on Natimuk, Wimmera and international communities.
He said the museum welcomed hundreds of visitors across the weekend, with the opening night marking a rewarding moment for everyone who worked to bring the project to fruition.