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Balnarring · South-east

Rain Hayne & Shine Farmyard

Walk through paddocks, feed farm animals and visit rabbit and guinea pig patting areas at this Balnarring farmyard. Pony rides cost extra and have a 35kg weight limit, so they will not suit every child.

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Plan the visit

Suitable ages
All ages; children under 2 enter free. Source ↗
Activities
Sheep, goats, calves, poultry, pigs, emus and alpacas, plus rabbit and guinea pig patting areas. Source ↗
Opening
10am to 4pm, last entry 3pm. Closed Thursday and Friday during school terms; open Victorian school holidays and public holidays except Christmas Day. Source ↗
Pony rides
A$5 for a 100m ride, maximum rider weight 35kg. Rides do not run in high winds. Source ↗
Weather
The farm closes on Total Fire Ban days. Source ↗
Address
490 Stumpy Gully Rd, Balnarring VIC 3926 Source ↗

Research sources

Operator website checked 2026-09-27. This is desk research from official sources, not a review of a visit. Programmes, prices and availability can change.

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