by 2036 With a growth rate of 1.3% per annum, Golden Plains Shire is the top ten fastest growing regional Local Government Area (LGA) in Victoria by percentage. The nearby Bannockburn Vineyards is a 25-hectare vineyard on the Midland Highway, established in 1974 by Stuart Hooper. Grapes grown include cabernet sauvignon, chardonnay, malbec, merlot, pinot noir, riesling, sauvignon blanc and shiraz. The Golden Plains Farmers Market occurs at Bannockburn on the first Saturday of every month. The market sells produce made by local business, wineries, jam makers, plants, baked produce, and meats and vegetables included. The market also feature local musicians such as 'The Johnson trio'. The town has a public college as well as a private primary school. The college teaches grades Prep to Year 10 (as of 2020). Bannockburn is also home to a branch of the Geelong Regional Library Corporation, which replaced the once to twice a week visit by the Geelong Regional Mobile Library Service. The central area is populated by a number of small businesses serving the majority of the locals needs including: Home hardware, Woolworths supermarket, Petrol stations, Bendigo Bank, Doctor's surgeries, Pathology, Dentist, Hairdressers, Take Away shops, Pizza shops, Gym, Mechanics, Newsagent, The Railway Hotel, Pub, Chemist and Optometrist. The following emergency services are also located in the town: Police, CFA, SES and Ambulance. An extensive concrete bike trail is available for those that wish to use it located throughout the town. Near its starting point is a Lions Club founded park, with play equipment. There is also a skate park located near the football ground. Local landmarks include a bridge, some old and distinctive Gum trees, and a local wind power generator. Bannockburn is unofficially divided by the railway line, with locals using it as a landmark to guide others to certain locations. The Bannockburn Lagoon is used for fishing, and picnic activities. It is not recommended for swimming. Council offices, and a Family Services Centre, are located on Pope Street. Sport Australian Rules The town has an Australian Rules football team competing in the Geelong & District Football League known as the Tigers. Lawn Bowls Bannockburn and District Bowls Club is located in the town. Cricket The town has a cricket club called the Bannockburn Bulls. Golf Golfers play at the Bannockburn Golf Club on Teesdale Road. Soccer Bannockburn has a soccer team called Golden Plains Soccer Club, formed in 2012.