Fondata 1872 is a rustic Italian restaurant and country wedding venue located in Kangaroo Ground at the gateway to the Yarra Valley, just 45 minutes from Melbourne CBD. The venue offers multiple event spaces including the Weller's Room with historic fireplaces, a Bar Room with rustic charm, a Terrace Room with balcony views, and a main dining room featuring a heritage fireplace overlooking the gardens and rolling hills. Weddings can include an outdoor lawn ceremony followed by a sit-down reception, with Italian-inspired seasonal menus and locally made wines and craft beer.