Buronga - Mildura Holden Motor Museum
The Mildura Holden Motor Museum in Buronga, just across the Murray River from Mildura, is home to an impressive private collection of Holden cars spanning the history of Australia's iconic motoring brand.
The museum was established in 2016 to showcase the collection of Ron Morello, who spent decades collecting and restoring Holden vehicles.
Around 28 to 35 Holden cars are displayed, ranging from the original 48-215 (FX) Holden through to later models including the Monaro and Statesman.
The Holden Collection:
The museum celebrates the history of Holden, with vehicles representing different periods of Australian motoring.
The collection began with Ron Morello's fascination with the original FX Holden. His interest was sparked after he accidentally destroyed an early Holden while working as an earthmoving contractor.
Determined to find another example, he eventually purchased a blue FX Holden sedan in January 1981. This became an important part of the collection he developed over the following decades.
Visitors can explore the display and appreciate the changes in Holden design, styling and technology over the years.
The number and selection of vehicles on display can vary.
Facilities:
- Display of approximately 28 to 35 Holden vehicles
- On-site café
- Hot and cold drinks
- Sandwiches, toasted focaccias, pastries, cakes and other refreshments
- Gift shop selling Holden merchandise, memorabilia and model cars
- Small activities for children
- Wheelchair accessible museum
- Car parking
- Coach parking
- Public toilets
The gift shop stocks Holden-themed merchandise, including clothing, model cars, signs and other souvenirs.
Activities for Children:
Although the museum primarily focuses on its collection of historic cars, it also provides small activities to keep younger visitors entertained.
These include activities such as spot-the-difference challenges. The activities offered may change.
Children must be accompanied by an adult when visiting the museum.
Visitor Information:
Admission tickets can be purchased at the museum.
Food and drinks are not permitted inside the museum display area.
The museum is located on West Road, the service road near the George Chaffey Bridge connecting Mildura in Victoria with Buronga in New South Wales.
On days when temperatures are forecast to reach 40 degrees Celsius or higher, the museum closes early. Public holiday opening arrangements may also vary.
Opening Hours:
Opening Hours
Cost:
Current admission prices
Review:
The Mildura Holden Motor Museum is an interesting attraction for car enthusiasts and anyone interested in Australia's motoring history.
The collection provides an opportunity to see a range of Holden vehicles in one location, from early post-war models through to more modern cars.
Ron Morello's personal story adds another dimension to the museum, showing how a lifelong passion for Holden cars developed into a substantial collection that can now be enjoyed by visitors.
For families, the café, gift shop and small children's activities are useful additions, although the main attraction is viewing the vehicles rather than hands-on play.
Located only a short drive from central Mildura, the museum is an easy addition to a visit to the Sunraysia region.
Location
58 West Road, Buronga 2739 View Map
✆ 0408 830 989
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Web Links
→ milduraholdenmuseum.com.au
→ Mildura Holden Motor Museum on Facebook
