Bonnie Doon Community Centre, Arnot Street, Bonnie Doon, Victoria. 3720 Telephone (03) 5778 7722
BONNIE DOON'S CASTLE

Does the phrase "Goin" to Bonnie Doon sound familiar?

Or, how about "Tell him he's dreaming"

They originated when a film production company, Working Dog, called in to Bonnie Doon, (one of the principals owns a property in the Mansfield district), and decided to make a movie - The Castle, about the little guy rising up to beat the big guy.

The litttle guy being the Kerrigan family who had a holiday house in Bonnie Doon, and came regularly to enjoy the serenity, water sports, and the power lines which spanned Lake eildon. A house in Maintongoon Road was featured in the movie.

Filmed in 1997, few realised what a hit the film would be with so many people, even the locals. Many tourist can be heard asking for the location of the Kerigan house - others are shocked to find out that Bonnie Doon actually exists and are seen taking photos of the town sign!

 

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