Rutherglen Loops - Town Loop - Social Script

	MIN	MAX	RAIN		OUTLOOK
Sunday	11	17	30%	< 1mm	Morning fog patches. Clearing shower. SW/SE winds
Monday	8	17	50%	< 1mm	Mostly cloudy. NE winds
Tuesday	11	17	20%	< 1mm	Mostly cloudy. Clearing shower. NE winds
Wednesday	11	17	30%	< 1mm	Mostly cloudy. E'ly winds
Thursday	11	17	90%	5-10mm	Morning fog patches. Late shower. NE winds
Friday	11	16	90%	10-20mm	Cloudy. Rain periods. NE winds
Saturday	9	15	90%	1-5mm	Cloudy. Showers. N'ly winds

Town Loop Social Script

A visit to the Town Loop trail

1. Starting my adventure

Today, I am going on the Town Loop Trail.
I might walk, ride my bike, push a pram, use a scooter, or use my wheelchair.

2. Where I begin

I will start at the Rutherglen Visitor Information Centre at 57 Main Street, Rutherglen.
There is accessible parking with flat, paved ground.
I can go inside to ask questions or use the bathroom.

3. About the trail

The trail is a loop — that means I will finish where I started.
It is about 4 kilometres long.
It is an easy trail with flat paths and a short hill to reach the Wine Bottle.
I can go as fast or as slow as I like.

Accessible car spots outside Rutherglen Visitor Informatio Centre.

4. What I might see

While I'm on the trail, I might see:

The Wine Bottle water tower
Art on grain silos
Shops, trees, and birds
Local wineries

It's okay if I don't want to stop. It's okay if I do!

5. The path and surface

Parts of the trail are sealed footpath or road shoulders.
Some parts are smooth gravel.
The surface might feel bumpy in some spots. That’s okay.
If I need help, I can ask someone I trust.

Town Loop - Gradual Incline to Wine Bottle

6. Toilets and water

There is an accessible toilet at the Rutherglen Visitor Information Centre.
Some wineries and cafés also have toilets I can use when they are open.
There are water taps where I can fill up my bottle.
If I need to stop and rest, I can sit on a bench or under a tree.

7. If it gets busy or noisy

I might see other people walking or riding bikes.
If I feel worried or overwhelmed, I can:

Take deep breaths
Put on my headphones
Find a quiet, shady place to sit
Ask someone I trust for help

8. Finishing the trail

When I finish the trail, I might feel:

Tired
Proud
Happy
Calm
I can be proud of myself for trying something new and enjoying nature!

9. More information

If I want to plan ahead, I (or someone helping me) can visit:

Town Loop

Town Loop Summary

Feature	Details
📍 Location	Rutherglen Visitor Information Centre, 57 Main Street, Rutherglen, Victoria, 3685
♿ Parking	2 accessible bays, flat path to trail start
🛣️ Distance	4km loop (easy)
📏 Elevation	Approx. 29 metres (gently sloping)
🌿 Surface	Combination of sealed path, road and smooth gravel
🚻 Toilets	Accessible toilets at Visitor Centre and some cellar doors
🌳 Shade & Seating	Trees and benches along trail
⏱️ Duration	15–30 mins cycling, or 45–60 mins walking
🔗 Website	explorerutherglen.com.au