The Creswick Woollen Mills will celebrate its 70th anniversary in style this week with a four-day event across the Australia Day weekend.
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Kicking off on Thursday, visitors will be able to come along and here about the story of the Woollen Mills’ inception, which dates back to 1947 after the conclusion of World War Two.
Youngsters will be able to enjoy a special children's corner while also getting an opportunity to feed the alpacas, which have become symbolic of the Creswick icon.
There will also be free tours of the mill’s interactive exhibit titled ‘A Very Fine Yarn’.
The business was founded by Polish national Paul Ryzowy who fled the Nazi regime, heading to Japan and then Shanghai before making his way to Australia. Mr Ryzowy borrowed money from a sympathetic banker to import the spinners to start the business, which now employs 30 people and ships across Australia.
Visitors are encouraged to bring along a picnic, however there will also be food available for purchase.
