DONALD RECREATION RESERVE

Public BBQ

Tucked away in the regional Victorian town of Donald, this recreation reserve offers a refreshingly unpretentious slice of country Australia. The barbecue facilities here embody that no-nonsense country approach - functional, well-maintained, and perfectly adequate for a family feed without any unnecessary bells and whistles. The setting captures that quintessential small-town charm where locals actually know each other's names, and the pace moves at a decidedly more civilized speed than the metropolitan rat race. While you won't find artisanal anything or Instagram-worthy installations, what you will discover is a genuine community space where the toilets are clean, the picnic tables sturdy, and the atmosphere pleasantly free of pretension. It's the sort of place where a simple sausage sizzle feels like a proper event, and frankly, there's something rather liberating about that level of honest simplicity in our increasingly complicated world.

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Address
Donald VIC 3480, Australia
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Nearby Features
  Playground
  Cricket nets
  Oval
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Address
Donald VIC 3480, Australia
View on Google Maps
Nearby Features
  Playground
  Cricket nets
  Oval
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Generally No! The BBQs are first come, first serve. However, if you plan on having a larger event then please check with Buloke council.

Come prepared with the right essentials, and you'll enjoy a fun day of barbecuing in DONALD RECREATION RESERVE. For more information, check out our What to Bring to a Public BBQ guide.

Aussie public BBQs are simple to use. Majority of sites listed on this website are gas or electric BBQs. Simply press the button and it will turn on for a set amount of time (10-20 minutes).

We do also list wood fired BBQs on this site, so check the above descriptions and photos to be prepared.

Check out our How To Use Public BBQ Guide for further information.

Did you turn it on properly? Check out our How to Use Public BBQ guide.

If you are convinced that the BBQ has issues, then contact Buloke council and let them know it's faulty.

You should first check with Buloke council about the rules and restrictions.

Generally, it is permissible to utilize your own gas BBQ, provided it remains under continuous supervision. However, the usage of Charcoal BBQ's is typically restricted, with the exception of parks equipped with designated charcoal disposal bins.

Check out our guide on Portable BBQs in Aussie Parks and Beaches for more information.