Atracciones
South Gippsland
What's On In Prom Country This Month
01 April - 17 April
VICTORIAN SCHOOL HOLIDAYS
19 March – 15 April
Collision - Sculpture & Drawings
When: March 19 to April 15, 2017. Opening event on March 19 at 2pm. Open Thur - Mon, 10am - 5pm (7 days mid Dec - end Jan).
Closed on Tue & Wed.
Where: Gecko Studio Gallery, 15 Falls Road Fish Creek
Contact: 03 5683 2481
Email: info@geckostudiogallery.com.au
Web: geckostudiogallery.com.au
30 March to 1st April
GREAT SOUTHERN PORTRAIT PRIZE
Exhibited at Stockyard Gallery
From Thursday 30 March to Monday 1 May.
Time: 10am to 4pm daily
Where: Corner Main and McDonald Streets Foster VIC 3960
Contact: 5687 1206
Saturday 18 March-Sunday 16th April
ITALY THROUGH OUR ART
Created by Quarto senore and Un Signore (Four Ladies and a Gentleman) ARTISTS Florence Crighton – Paula Farries
Lynn Fisher – Patricia Richards, Matthew Philip
This Exhibition is inspired by a wonderful painting tour in Italy. Our five artists are all local to South Gippsland. Water colour, acrylic, oils, pastel and mixed media have been used to interpret their travels through this beautiful country so please come and support these local artists and enjoy this wonderful journey.
When: Our Opening is 2pm on 18th March and will be open 11 to 4pm daily until Sunday 16th April.
Where: Federation Art Gallery – Corner Commercial and King Streets, Korumburra
Contact: Lynn Fisher 0409 144 967
Saturday 8 to Tuesday 25 April
AS LEAVES TURN GOLD - THE MAGNIFICENT ART OF DI AND JOHN KOENDERS
Open daily 11am to 5pm - come along to view the magnificent artworks of Di and John Koenders at Mayfield Gallery.
Location: 665 Fairbank Road Arawata VIC 3951
Contact: Mayfield Gallery
Phone: 0428 598
Email: info@mayfieldgallery.com.au
Saturday 8 – Sunday 30 April
WINGS IN AUTUMN - THE ARTWORK OF EMILY KOENDERS
'Wings in Autumn'
Open Daily 11 am - 5 pm
Location: Emily Koenders Art Gallery
230 Ruby - Fairbank Rd
Fairbank
Contact: 0421 339 575
5 March - 30 May 2017
NEW DIRECTIONS: IRREGULARITIES AND ABSTRACTIONS
By Julie Lundgren Coulter. Opening drinks Sunday 5 March, 4pm. All Welcome.
Time: 11.30am till late, 7 days
Where: The Fish Creek Hotel Art-Spaces,1 Old Waratah Rd Fish Creek VIC 3959
Contact: Hotel or Curator
Phone 1: 03 5683 2404
Phone 2: 0408 871 379 o
Web: http://www.fishcreekhotel.com.au/index.php/artspace
From Tuesday 3 April
PRINTS AND COLOURS FROM NATURE &…ECO TEXTILE PRINTING EXHIBITION
Marlene Houlden and Jenny Jensen are exhibiting their latest textile art of eco printing and eco dyeing using native and garden plant materials, and rusty metal items, to create prints and natural colours on textiles such as silk, wool, cotton and paper. Pieces on display, and for sale, include scarves and other clothing accessories and paper products. Meet the artists at the Gallery on Saturday 8th April from 10am to 2pm.
Monday 3 April - Friday 21 April
Gallery hours: 10am – 4pm Mon, Wed, Thurs, Fri. 10am – 2pm Saturday
Where: Leongatha Gallery
Cnr Michael Place and McCartin Streets, Leongatha.
Contact: 5662 5370
Website:
1st April, 17th June & 26th August
COOKING CLASSES- MACARONS
Together you will make a batch of macarons and their fillings from scratch, including making Italian meringue, using egg albumen, sugar, chocolate ganache and fruit gel recipes.
This class is suitable for beginners as well as advanced cooks who wish to learn new skills and techniques. You will learn that macarons are not as hard as you think to bake. While you cook, enjoy the treats of a high tea, including finger sandwiches, canapes and drinks.
When: 1st Apr, 17th Jun & 26th Aug
Time: 2.00pm – 5.00pm
Cost: $90 per person
Location: Jacican Food Studio
32 Giles Street Mirboo North VIC 3871
Contact: Jacinta Hicken
Phone: 03 5668 2475
Email: jaci@jacican.com.au
Web: http://www.jacican.com.au/learn/adult-classes
1 April 2017
BUSH BASKET WORKSHOP with Meg McCarthy
Using a method of 'Coiling" using bundled materials (provided) including grasses, leaves, straw, raffia, vine, cord, seed pods and fabric students will create a bush basket to take home on the day. Needles and sewing thread will also be provided. You also are welcome to contribute materials if you wish, for example, lavender stalks, vines, flax leaves, old fabric to shred into strips of colour. You may want to bring your own lunch; however, there are shops nearby. There is a maximum of 15 students and bookings are essential.
Time: 10.00 – 4.00
Cost: $65.
Registration forms available on line, at the Gallery via email workshop@meeniyanartgallery.com.au or call 5664 0101 during Bus. Hrs.
Sunday 1st April
OPEN DAY AT AGNES FALLS IN TOORA
The friends of Agnes Falls will be having an open day.
Sausage sizzle, refreshments, Wilbur Wombats for sale as well as other stalls. All welcome.
Agnes Falls Road Toora VIC 3962
Web: https://www.facebook.com/FriendsOfAgnesFalls
31 March - 2 April
PROM COAST SEACHANGE FESTIVAL- WEEK 2
Two big weekends with a diverse program of events means that there’s something for everyone. From food and wine to sustainability and the environment, musicals and art to tours, sport and workshops. Join the communities of the Prom Coast in celebrating culture, creativity, lifestyle and landscape. Keep up to date via the festival's website, Facebook page, twitter and/or instagram…………….
•Samantha Du Rennes: Songs from Opera and the Great Musicals- Waratah Hills Vineyard, 31March
* In South Gippsland Seas - local marine life wonders with Dr Mark Norman - 31st March
•Fairytale Cookbook, for booked schools
•Pearly Shells Big Band (Festival Ball),Foster Hall, 1 April
Dress to impress, Join in on the glittering Festival Ball with the Pearly Shells Big Band, Melbourne's premier Jazz/Swing/RnB Band, they have a classic style and a look reminiscent of the golden age of Ellington, Basie and Goodman –
Foster War Memorial Arts Centre. $35, BYO drinks and nibbles.
*Corner Inlet Connections - Canoe Trip - Saturday 1 April- limited places.
*The Magic Theatre of Curiosities & Wonder - refer to the information on the Seachange festival website.
•Stephen McIntyre, Celia Rosser Gallery, 2 April.
* Sponsored by Who Gives A Crap toilet paper, the Fly High and Far - Paper Plane Challenge workshop is at 10.00am. Participants can share tips and gain insight into construction, pre-flight and deployment. At 11.00am the Fish Creek tennis courts become the market’s testing ground and fly zone for the paper plane challenge; sign-up on the day or for further information contact 0428 393 786.
* Wine Party @ The Greenhouse - a cellar door tasting and sales event featuring Gippsland's premium producers. Hors d'oeuvres and tasting platters available. Entertainment by John Rees of Men At Work. $38.50 per person - Tickets available from the Greenhouse, Foster.
Still lots of events to attend - check the website for more detailed information - don't miss out.Various costs and many free events. Some bookings required. Check website for details.Various venues around the Prom Coast.
Contact: Vanessa Facey
Phone: 0438 757 803
Email: info@promcoastseachangefestival.org
Web: http://www.promcoastseachangefestival.org/march28-april-2
Saturday 1st April
KOONWARRA SOUTH GIPPSLAND FARMERS MARKET
Held on the first Saturday every month, set in contemporary and rural village - of Koonwarra. On wet days it is held in the adjoining hall.
Dogs welcome on a leash.
When: 8am to 12.30pm
Where: Koonwarra Memorial Park,
Koala Drive Koonwarra
Contact: Rod, 0408 619 182
Sunday 2nd April
KONGWAK MARKET
Funky ALL-WEATHER Market
Entry is via a gold coin donation
When: 10am to 3pm
Where: Korumburra – Wonthaggi Rd, Kongwak
Contact: Jane, 0417 142 478
Sunday 2nd April
JUMBUNNA BUSH MARKET
Local Produce and much more
When: 9am - 1pm
Where: The Main Hall, Jumbunna
Contact: Dawn Wylie, 03 5657 3253
Saturday 8th April
COAL CREEK FARMERS MARKET
Fresh food straight from the farms!! Plastic bag free, so please come prepared with your own bags.
When: Second Saturday of each month, 8am-1pm
Where: Carpark at Coal Creek Community Park & Museum Silkstone Road Korumburra
Contact: Coal Creek Farmers Market working group, 0459 629 000
Email: coalcreekfm@hotmail.com
Saturday 8th April
Pastuso Executive Chef Alejandro Saravia will host Renascence Gippsland in conjunction with the Melbourne Food and Wine Festival 2017.
This unique event is an opportunity to dine al fresco at Biring Biring Farm in South East Gippsland, feasting on produce sourced only from the South East Gippsland area.
'Renascence' means 'to revive'. Saravia's regional lunch celebrates this motif by bringing guests back to basics and close to the source of food for an outdoor feast.
Enjoy a special dining experience overlooking Wilsons Promontory at the farm, which is part of Gippsland Natural Beef - Australia's only carbon-neutral beef producer.
Guests seated at communal tables to enjoy a menu created using locally sourced produce cooked over an open fire, including sumptuous grilled meat from Gippsland Natural Beef.
The menu features produce from other passionate local farmers including Amber Creek Farm, Mirboo Pastured Poultry Farm, Pangrazzi Cheese and Aherns Fruit Market and Fine Foods.
Saravia will share his expertise in Peruvian flavours, ingredients and cooking techniques while other chefs will also be invited to share their stories in flavour from the South Gippsland region.
Saturday, April 8th 12-2.30pm
$130 (plus $50 for bus from city, departing the CBD at 9am)
Biring Biring Farm, Fish Creek
685 Fish Creek -Foster Road Foster VIC 3960
Email: kitchen@pastuso.com.au
Sunday 9th April
KONGWAK MARKET
Funky ALL-WEATHER Market
Entry is via a gold coin donation
When: 10am to 3pm
Where: Korumburra – Wonthaggi Rd, Kongwak
Contact: Jane, 0417 142 478
Sunday 9th April
A great mix of Produce, Goods and Bric A Brac. Operated by the Lions Club of Strzelecki where all proceeds go to aid the community.
When: Second Sunday of each month. 8.30 am to 1 pm
Railway siding, Loch
Contact: 0447 398 822
Wednesday 5, Monday 10 , Wednesday 12 April
EASTER SCHOOL HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES @ MANNA GUM COMMUNITY HOUSE
School Holidays are nearly here. Manna Gum Community House has activities for children, which include an IMAGINATION PLAYGROUND on Monday 10 April.
Talulah Rae from the Magic Theatre will have song, yoga,dance circus tricks and dress up fun for the kids. $10 or $5 concession - ages 5-10 years. This workshop is fully supervised by qualified staff. Bookings are essential.
FREE FAMILY FILM SCREENINGS -
Wednesday 5 April - THE PRINCESS BRIDE - Fairytale movie rated PG at 11am
Wednesday 12 April - THE MUPPETS - Rated PG – at 11am
Film Screenings are free - you can purchase popcorn and homemade lemonade for $3.
Where:
Manna Gum Community House
33 Station Road Foster VIC 3960
Contact: Manna Gum Community House
Phone: 03 5682 1101
Email: mannagum@dcsi.net.au
Web: https://mannagumcommunityhouse.org.au/programs/school-holiday-activities/
EASTER:
Good Friday – 14th April
Easter Saturday – 15th April
Easter Sunday – 16th April
Easter Monday – 17th April
Saturday 15th April
COAL CREEK CRAFT & ARTISAN MARKET
We are having it on Easter Saturday and Easter Sunday this year instead of the 2nd Saturday in April
Stalls are located in the carpark and in the Coal Creek foyer.
New stallholders welcome
When: Second Saturday of each month, 8am-1pm
Venue: Silkstone Road Korumburra
Contact: Karen Wolswinkel,
0408 320 234 or 03 5655 1811
Friday 14 to Monday 17 April
TOUR DE TARWIN: VENUS BAY – TARWIN LOWER EASTER FESTIVAL 2017-Everyone is invited to join in the fun of South Gippsland's largest fundraiser for emergency services. Participate in the Tour De Tarwin Walk, Run, Ride along the pristine Tarwin River from Venus Bay to Tarwin Lower on Easter Saturday and inaugural Beach Fun Run on Easter Sunday, with all funds raised donated to the Tarwin Lower CFA, Venus Bay Surf Life Saving Club and CERT. With many activities to be involved in and For more information or to register go to tourdetarwin.com.au or find us on Facebook at TourdeTarwin.
Email: contactus@tourdetarwin.com.au
Web: http://tourdetarwin.com.au/
Sunday 16th April
PROMONTORY HOME, PRODUCE & CRAFT MARKET
Over 200 stalls. Home produce, arts and crafts, plants, food stalls, bric a brac. BYO Plastic Bags.
When: 8am - 12 noon
Cost: Entry - $2
Where: Foster Showgrounds, Station Road Foster
Phone: 0439 033 960
Sunday 16 April
Hunt for 3 Gold Blocks to exchange for Easter Eggs. Lucky Door Prizes. Meet the Easter Bunny, Paint an Easter Bunny Picture, Non-denominational Church service 10.30 - 11.30am, Sketch and Tell 11.30 - 12.30pm, Family games, Food and Coffee Vendors (Bring Cash), Bush Tramway ($5 each), General Store, Wool Spinners and Drapery open.
When: 16th April 2017, 10.00am - 1.30pm
Cost: Hunting Licence $5 each.
Where: Coal Creek Community Park & Museum, Silkstone Road Korumburra
Contact: 03 5655 1811
Email: coalcreek1@southgippsland.vic.gov.au
Saturday 15th April
PROM COUNTRY FARMERS MARKET
Farm fresh produce and more.
3rd Saturday of each month
8am - 12noon
Where: Foster War Memorial Arts Centre Hall, Main Street Foster VIC 3960
Contact: Juneen Schulz,
0427 809 509
Email: info@pcfm.org.au
Sunday 16th April
INVERLOCH FARMERS MARKET
Local farm fresh produce, homemade preserves and much more. 3rd Sunday of each month.
When: 8am - 1pm
Where: The Glade on the Esplanade, the Esplanade Inverloch
Contact: Peter Arnold, 5664 0096
Sunday 16th April
KONGWAK MARKET
Funky ALL-WEATHER Market
Entry is via a gold coin donation
When: 10am to 3pm
Where: Korumburra – Wonthaggi Rd, Kongwak
Contact: Jane, 0417 142 478
Monday 17th April
TARWIN LOWER LONG WEEKEND MARKET
Funky ALL-WEATHER Market
Entry is via a gold coin donation
When: 10am to 3pm
Where: Korumburra – Wonthaggi Rd, Kongwak
Contact: Jane, 0417 142 478
Sunday 23rd April
PORT ALBERT MARKET
Make it, Bake it, and grow it & Collectibles Market – 4th Sunday of the month,
When: 10am - 2pm
Where: Port Albert Hall, Victoria St Port Albert
Contact: Gayle or Ulla,
0437 247 242, 0431 734 236
Sunday 23rd April
KONGWAK MARKET
Funky ALL-WEATHER Market
Entry is via a gold coin donation
When: 10am to 3pm
Where: Korumburra – Wonthaggi Rd, Kongwak
Contact: Jane, 0417 142 478
Tuesday 25th April
ANZAC DAY
The ANZAC tradition, the ideals of courage, endurance and mateship that are still relevant today was established on 25 April 1915 when the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps landed on the Gallipoli Peninsula. 25 April was officially named ‘ANZAC Day’ by the Acting Prime Minister, George Pearce.
EVENTS FOR SOUTH GIPPSLAND TBC
Saturday 29th April
MIRBOO NORTH MARKET
Home, Craft and Produce
When: Last Saturday of each month, 8am - 2pm (summer), 7am - 2pm (winter)
Venue: Baromi Park, 49 Ridgway (Main) St, Mirboo North
Contact: Bev Cook, 03 5668 1688
Sunday 30th April
INVERLOCH COMMUNITY FARMERS MARKET
The Southern Gippsland Farmers' Accredited Market. From the farms & homes of Southern Gippsland.
BYO basket or bag as they encourage plastic free shopping.
Meet and talk to the growers.
When: 3pm-8pm – Last Sunday of the month
Where: The Glade on the Esplanade Inverloch
Contact: Market Manager,
0491 102 856
Sunday 30th April
KONGWAK MARKET
Funky ALL-WEATHER Market
Entry is via a gold coin donation
When: 10am to 3pm
Where: Korumburra – Wonthaggi Rd, Kongwak
Contact: Jane, 0417 142 478
What’s on at the Prom…..in April?
Monday 3rd to Sunday 16th April
TERM ONE SCHOOL HOLIDAY DISCOVERY PROGRAM – WILSONS PROMONTORY NATIONAL PARK
Parks Victoria’s Discovery program encourages children and adults to explore Victoria’s parks with a ranger. Programs run every school holidays across the state and include a range of interactive and fun activities.
Highlights of the Term One School Holiday Discovery Program include opportunities to:
•Meet a modern day lighthouse keeper to discover the history of Wilsons Promontory Light station and hear first-hand what life is like at the remote and rugged southern end of the Prom.
•Learn about the threatened shorebird, the Hooded Plover and help us to monitor them.
•Visit the Nursery and help the Friends of the Prom Nursery Group with some of their autumn tasks.
•Come and try fishing with Fish Care and learn how to become a sustainable angler.
•Join a Ranger for some hands on activities to help in the conservation of our park.
• Learn about the life of the threatened Long Noosed Potoroo for children aged 3-5 years.
For further information check the website: http://wilsons-promontory-national-park.eventbrite.com
Bookings open: 9.00am on each Monday of the school holidays and 9.00am Friday 14th for the Easter Long Weekend program, and can be made at the Tidal River Visitor Centre or by calling 84272122.
13 April 1pm-2.30pm
JUNIOR RANGER - TIDAL RIVER MINI BEASTS
Discover the underwater world of Tidal River – using microscopes, examine the tiny creatures that make Tidal River their home.
FREE. Bookings essential
11 April 8.30am-10am
JUNIOR Ranger -Tracks & Traces
Become a bush detective and identify the animals that live in Tidal River from the evidence they leave behind.
FREE. Bookings essential
11 April 10.30am-11.30am
JUNIOR RANGER - BIN BINGO
Join us to trial a new activity to help keep our marine waters free from
rubbish. Designed by Year 8 students from Foster Secondary College who participated in the Broadening Horizons project. FREE. Bookings essential.
11 April 12pm-1pm
JUNIOR RANGER - PARK CRAFT
Use your crafty skills to develop engaging art that promotes important messages for our Park.
FREE. Bookings essential
11 April 2pm-4pm
12 April 9am-11am
12 April 2pm-4pm
COME AND TRY FISHING WITH FISHCARE
Try your luck at fishing and become a sustainable angler by understanding fish rules and regulations, using fish friendly tackle, handling fish with care and learning the basics of knot tying, rigs and casting. Suitable for families with children 5yrs+
FREE. Bookings essential
13 April 9am-10am
JUNIOR RANGER - NATURE TREASURE HUNT
Hunt for nature’s treasure and discover what’s hiding our park.
FREE. Bookings essential
13 April 10.30am-12pm
THE PROM’S NURSERY
Visit the nursery and help the Friends of the Prom Nursery Group with their autumn tasks. Suitable for adults and children 8yrs+
FREE. Bookings essential
**Book at the Visitor Centre in Tidal River or call 03 8427 2122.
Bookings taken from 9.00am, Monday 10th April.
For further information and full program details visit
http://wilsons-promontory-national-park.eventbrite.com
What’s on in South Gippsland in….. May?
A new Farmers Market in Leongatha!!
Where: Community College Gippsland’s Leongatha Campus
Location: Howard St, Leongatha
https://www.facebook.com/leongathafarmersmarket/
Sunday 14th May
MOTHERS DAY
For more detailed information on any of the events listed, or additional information and events added over the month, please visit www.visitpromcountry.com.au
If you would like to submit a local event, you can contact the Prom Country VIC on 5655 2233 or email us: infocentre@southgippsland.vic.gov.au
Wilsons Promontory VIC 3960, Australia
Wilson Prom National Park
The Prom is one of Victoria’s most-loved places.
At the southernmost tip of mainland Australia, it offers spectacular scenery of huge granite mountains, open forest, rainforest, sweeping beaches and coastlines.
Great bushwalks extend from under an hour to over three days. Visitors can camp, caravan or stay in huts, cabins, wilderness retreats or lodges at Tidal River where there is a general store and take-away food shop.
Wilsons Promontory Light station is perched on a small peninsula jutting into the wild seas of Bass Strait.
The waters surrounding the Prom are protected as a marine national park and marine park and offer outstanding diving.
http://parkweb.vic.gov.au/explore/parks/wilsons-promontory-national-park
South Gippsland Highway, Korumburra, Victoria, Australia
Coal Creek Village
Coal Creek Community Park and Museum - FREE ENTRY and unlimited fun for the whole family. Come along and ride the bush tramway, buy some old fashioned lollies from the general store, and feed the ducks in the lake. While you're here drop in and have a look at our Community Gallery, and be sure to talk to our volunteers for their knowledge of local history. Come on one of our scary Ghost Tours and see the village at night.
2000 S Gippsland Highway, Stony Creek VIC 3957
Stony Creek Go Carts
Serious Fun - Only 15 to 20 minutes drive from Loves Lane Cottages, near Meeniyan
Established in 2008 Stony Creek Go Karts is the newest and most exciting hire kart track in Victoria.
For individuals, parties and groups of up to 50 people. Stony Creek Go Karts is one of the few tracks who hire out karts as well as provide facilities to bring your own.
Telephone: 03 5664 7272
Leongatha to Port Welshpool
Great Southern Rail Trail
A picturesque rail trail close to Melbourne, Phillip Island and Wilsons Promontory. This rail trail has seen many major improvements in recent years including the opening of the Black Spur bridges near Koonwarra in March 2016. The rail trail has a wide smooth.
https://www.visitpromcountry.com.au/walking-cycling/the-great-southern-rail-trail
Mirboo North to Boolarra Vic
Grand Ridge Rail Trail
A very pleasant forest trail in the heart of South Gippsland that traverses 13 klms of beautiful mountain countryside with a gentle trail grade between Boolarra and Mirboo North.
https://www.visitpromcountry.com.au/walking-cycling/grand-ridge-rail-trail
Port Albert, Victoria, Australia
Port Albert
PORT ALBERT is an idyllic seaside coastal fishing village within South Gippsland, fronting Bass Strait and just East of Wilsons Promontory.
Venus Bay, Victoria, Australia
Venus Bay
The small coastal resort of Venus Bay is situated on a narrow peninsula of land, bordered on one side by the open sea of Bass Strait and on the other by the calm waters of Anderson Inlet.
http://www.visitvictoria.com/Regions/Gippsland/Destinations/Venus-Bay
Inverloch, Victoria, Australia
Inverloch Beach
The protected waters of Anderson Inlet make the coastal town a favourite holiday spot. Swimmers, water sports enthusiasts and surfers flock to the beaches during warmer months, while the surrounding walks and drives make the village a popular year-round destination.
http://www.visitvictoria.com/Regions/Gippsland/Destinations/Inverloch
20 Cottmans Road, Fish Creek, Victoria, Australia
Waratah Hill Vineyard
South Gippsland is incredibly beautiful and a true, cool-climate region with maritime influences from the often stormy Bass Strait. Wineries from Phillip Island to the foothills of the Strzelecki Ranges produce elegant chardonnay and pinot gris, but have found their true expression with pinot noir of superb flavour and structure.
Waratah Hill is located on the road to the iconic Wilsons Promontory National Park, is one of the southern most vineyards on the Australian mainland.