The History
of Hepburn mineral springs
Gold was discovered at Daylesford in 1852, and alluvial mining extended northwards through Hepburn. The district attracted many Italian-speaking Swiss miners who were skilled at tunnel mining after the easier alluvial gold gave out.
The Gold Rush
Restoration & Rejuvenation
Hepburn has served as a hub of rejuvenation, attracting visitors with promises of restoring youth, vitality, and relief from various ailments.
In 1864, Citizens gathered and petitioned the government to protect the mineral springs from mining – the water was rated above gold.
Water Rated Above Gold
The Spa Heart of Australia
Today, the village is known as a spa town where visitors can sample the local mineral waters, and has other local amenities.Visitors from far and wide were drawn to the healing waters of Hepburn Springs, seeking hope and rejuvenation.
