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What's On In Prom Country
15th November to 10th December.
COSMOS
Featuring Mae Adams, Susan Purdy and Angus Gunn.
When: 15 November to 10 December. Gallery open Thursday – Monday, 9am - 4pm.
Where: Gecko Studio Gallery, 15 Falls Rd, Fish Creek
Contact: 03 5683 2481
E: info@geckostudiogallery.com.au
W: geckostudiogallery.com.au
28th November to 31st December
MILLOWL DREAMING – GALLERY 1
All works are of Boonwurrong country, places & stories with a strong connection to the ocean in which the artist, Steve Ulula Parker lives. Millowl Mir ran Biil to Warmoon (Phillip Island Westernport Bay to Wilsons Prom).
HORSE – GALLERY 2
Beautiful horse artwork by Zelda Petherick
Both exhibitions have their openings on Sunday December 2 at 2pm.
When: 28 November to 31 December. Gallery open: Wednesday to Monday: 10am to 4pm
Closed Tuesday
Where: Meeniyan Art Gallery, 84 Whitelaw Street, Meeniyan
Contact: 5664 0101
W: meeniyanartgallery.com.au
Saturday 1st & 8th and Sunday 2nd & 9th December
KILN OPENING AND CHRISTMAS EXHIBITION
Robert Barron invites you to join him for his Kiln Opening and Gooseneck Pottery Christmas Exhibition. There will be throwing demonstrations at 11am and 2.30pm and a Kiln talk at 12.30pm. You are welcome to view the latest firing and inspect the Kiln and Workshop.
When: Sat 1st/8th and Sun 2nd/9th December. 10am-5pm
Where: Gooseneck Pottery, 60 Kardella-Fairbank Road, Kardella.
Contact: Robert, 0403 023 761
5th December to 2nd January
OUT THERE
OUT THERE an exhibition of Watercolours by Gillian Carpenter.
Exhibition Opening, Saturday 8 December 5-7pm. Gallery open every day from 10am to 4pm (except Good Friday, Christmas Day, Boxing Day & New Year’s Day)
Where: Stockyard Gallery, Cnr McDonald & Main Streets Foster
Contact: 03 5682 1125
E: stockyardgallery@dcsi.net.au
W: stockyardgalleryandshop.org.au
Friday, 7th December
THE HEARTLAND CONCERT
Enjoy a night of the greatest hits of opera performed by Principal Artists from Opera Australia with MC Alex Budd and Accompanist Jane Matheson.
When: Friday 7th December, 7.30pm
Where: The Meeniyan Hall, 95 Whitelaw Street, Meeniyan
Cost: $55 per person
Contact: David Jones-5664 8353
Tickets: www.trybooking.com/YSTG
Or at the Meeniyan Store
Friday, 7th December
MEENIYAN SQUARE TWILIGHT MARKETS
Twilight Market featuring street food, locally made wines, beers, crafts, clothing and a laid-back welcoming atmosphere.
When: Friday 7 December from 4pm
Where: Meeniyan Square, 82 Whitelaw St Meeniyan
Friday, 7th December
PROM COAST FILM SOCIETY
The Prom Coast Film Society is a member of the Federation of Victorian Film Societies and operates under the rules of the Australian Council of Film Societies so attendees of films must be subscribers.
In 2018 subscriptions are available for either the full year or 3 (consecutive) months.
When: Friday 7th December 7.30pm – Submarine and Kubo and the 2 strings.
Where: Fish Creek Memorial Hall, 13 Falls Rd Fish Creek
Cost: Annual Subscription: $60, Quarterly subscription: $25
Contact: 0407 543 371
W: http://www.famda.org.au/film
Saturday, 8th December
COAL CREEK FARMERS AND CRAFT MARKET
Fresh food straight from the farms!! Wonderful dedicated locals who grow, make and bake the fabulous fare available seasonally. Plastic bag free, so bring your own bags.
Includes a Coal Creek Craft Market.
When: Saturday 8th December, 8am to 1pm
Where: Car park of Coal Creek Community Park & Museum, Silkstone Road Korumburra
Contact: 0459 629 000
E: farmersmarket@coalcreekvillage.com.au
Sunday, 9th December
PROMONTORY PRODUCE & CRAFT MARKET
The biggest craft market in Gippsland with more than 200 stalls. Home produce, arts and crafts, plants, food stalls, bric a brac. BYO Plastic Bags
When: Sunday 9th Dec, 8am-12pm
Cost: $2 entry
Where: The Showgrounds, Station Road Foster
Contact: 0439 033 960
Sunday, 9th December
CAFE MAX FESTIVE CELEBRATIONS
High Tea - an elegant afternoon high tea including classic scones, decadent sweet treats, chocolate heaven, delicate finger sandwiches and tempting savoury pastries hot from the oven.
Where: Prom Country Lodge - Max’s 3800 South Gippsland Hwy, Foster
When: Sunday 9th December
Cost: $30 pp
Contact: 03 5682 2022
W: http://www.promcountrylodge.com.au
Sunday, 9th December
FOUR SEASONS OF MUSIC – STRINGZ COSTERO
Enjoy an afternoon of classical music featuring stringed instruments. Includes the Toy Symphony, Brescianello – Violin Concerto and the soloist Dayna Roberts. Light refreshments available.
When: Sunday 9th December at 3pm
Where: St Joseph’s Church, 2 Guys Rd, Korumburra
Cost: Entry by donation
Sunday, 9th December
LOCH LIONS VILLAGE MARKET
The market offers 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: Sunday 9th Dec, 8.30am-1pm
Where: Railway Siding, Loch
Contact: 0447 398 822
W: http://www.lochvillage.com/market.html
Sunday, 9th December
MEENIYAN FARMERS MARKET
Fresh local produce
When: Sunday 9th December, 9am -2pm
Where: Meeniyan Square, 82 Whitelaw St Meeniyan
W: www.meeniyansquare.com.au
Sunday, 9th December
KONGWAK MARKET
A popular, funky all-weather Market,
When: Every Sunday 10am - 2pm
Cost: Gold coin donation
Where: Kongwak General Store and Sheds, Kongwak-Wonthaggi Rd
Contact: Jane, 0417 142 478
Wednesday, 12th December
FREE SEWING WORKSHOPS
Improve your sewing, learn screen-printing, and make Boom Bags, ottomans, ribbon stick drawbags ... help us decide what else! All over morning tea and cake at the ArtSpace
When: Wednesday 12th December, 10am - 12pm.
Where: ArtSpace, 81b Ridgway Mirboo North
Contact: Thomasin, 0423 942 827
E: tommyjane73@yahoo.com.au
W: The ArtSpace Mirboo North
Thursday, 13th December
CAFE MAX FESTIVE CELEBRATIONS
Enjoy a special Christmas Breakfast, comprising of a European style buffet with locally sourced and seasonal produce.
Where: Prom Country Lodge - Max’s 3800 South Gippsland Hwy, Foster
When: Thursday, 13th December
Cost: $26 pp
Contact: 03 5682 2022
W: http://www.promcountrylodge.com.au
13th December to 16th January
E-SCAPE
(E)scape - Landscape group exhibition with Dennis Leversha, Adrian Johnson and Tony Hanning.
When: Thursday 13 December to Wednesday 16 January 2019. Opening event between 6 and 8pm, Friday 14 December.
Where: Gecko Studio Gallery, 15 Falls Road Fish Creek
Contact: 03 5683 2481
E: info@geckostudiogallery.com.au
W: geckostudiogallery.com.au
Friday, 14th December
MEENIYAN SQUARE TWILIGHT MARKETS
Twilight Market featuring street food, locally made wines, beers, crafts, clothing and a laid-back welcoming atmosphere.
When: Friday, 14th December from 4pm
Where: Meeniyan Square, 82 Whitelaw St Meeniyan
Saturday, 15th December
CHRISTMAS IN KORUMBURRA
Free activities for all at Christmas in Korumburra. Brought to you by the Korumburra Business Association members, Koringal Women’s, Lions and Rotary.
When: Saturday 15 December, 9am - 12 noon
Where: Commercial Street Korumburra
Sunday, 16th December
KONGWAK MARKET
A popular, funky all-weather Market,
When: Every Sunday 10am - 2pm
Cost: Gold coin donation
Where: Kongwak General Store and Sheds, Kongwak-Wonthaggi Rd
Contact: Jane, 0417 142 478
Sunday, 16th December
INVERLOCH FARMERS MARKET
Local farm fresh produce, homemade preserves and much more,
Where: At the Glade on the Esplanade, Inverloch.
When: Sunday 16th December, 8am - 1pm.
Contact: Peter Arnold, 03 5664 0096
Tuesday, 18th December
CAFÉ MAX CHRISTMAS LUNCH
Traditional Christmas Lunch with all the trimmings – vegetarian option available.
Where: Prom Country Lodge - Max’s 3800 South Gippsland Hwy Foster
When: Tuesday 18th December
Cost: $35 pp
Contact: 03 5682 2022
W: http://www.promcountrylodge.com.au
Wednesday, 19th December
CAFÉ MAX CHRISTMAS DINNER
Traditional Christmas Dinner + with all the trimmings – vegetarian option available Choice of 2 or 3 courses
Where: Prom Country Lodge - Max’s 3800 South Gippsland Hwy Foster
When: Wednesday 19th December
Cost: $35 2 courses/$45 3 courses
Contact: 03 5682 2022
W: http://www.promcountrylodge.com.au
Friday, 21st December
MEENIYAN SQUARE TWILIGHT MARKETS
Twilight Market featuring street food, locally made wines, beers, crafts, clothing and a laid-back welcoming atmosphere.
When: Friday 21st December from 4pm
Where: Meeniyan Square, 82 Whitelaw St Meeniyan
Saturday, 22nd December- January 29th 2019
START OF THE SUMMER SCHOOL HOLIDAYS
Saturday, 22st December
LEONGATHA FARMERS' MARKET
If you're a person, who loves fresh food and locally grown produce, you can enjoy a new Community Farmers
When: Saturday 21st December, 8.30am to 1pm
Where: Community College, Gippsland's Leongatha Campus in Howard Street.
Contact: Julie Curtis, 03 5662 6700
E: lfm@ccg.asn.au
W: leongathafarmersmarket.org.au
Saturday 22st December
CAROLS AT THE CREEK
Come and join in the festive spirit with live music by the South Gippsland Concert Band and Korumburra P.S Choir. Photo opportunities with Santa and a Nativity scene.
When: Saturday 21st December, 7.30-9.00pm
Where: Coal Creek Community Park and Museum, Korumburra
Contact: 5655 1811
E: coalcreek1@southgippsland.vic.gov.au
W: www.coalcreekcommunityparkandmusuem.com
Sunday 23rd December
PORT ALBERT MARKET
This Market offers both indoor and outdoor stalls and runs all year. Stall sites are $10.00.
When: Sunday 23rd December
9am - 1pm
Where: Port Albert Hall, 20 Victoria St Port Albert
Contact: Gayle, 0437 247 242
Sunday, 23rd December
TOORA'S CHRISTMAS PARTY
BBQ, Spinning wheel, visit from Santa, jumping castle, lots of community fun.
When: Sunday 23 December, 12noon to 3pm
Cost: Gold coin entry per person
Where: Toora Heated pool
Cunningham St Toora
Sunday, 23rd December
FISH CREEK CHRISTMAS CAROLS
Families of all ages are very welcome.
Stay after the carols for supper and a chat with others from the community
When: Sunday 23 December 7.30pm
Where: Fish Creek Union Church, Williamson St Fish Creek
Contact: Susan, 0429 936 325
Sunday, 23th December
KONGWAK MARKET
A popular, funky all-weather Market,
When: Every Sunday 10am - 2pm
Cost: Gold coin donation
Where: Kongwak General Store and Sheds, Kongwak-Wonthaggi Rd.
Contact: Jane, 0417 142 478
Tuesday, 25th December
Wishing everyone a very Happy Christmas!
Friday, 28th December
MEENIYAN SQUARE TWILIGHT MARKETS
Twilight Market featuring street food, locally made wines, beers, crafts, clothing and a laid-back welcoming atmosphere.
When: Friday 28st December from 4pm
Where: Meeniyan Square, 82 Whitelaw St Meeniyan
Saturday, 29th December
INVERLOCH SOUNDS OF SUMMER
This a family-friendly music food and wine festival. A chance to relax and enjoy the 'sounds' of local and national musicians and the 'tastes' of festival fare and local wine.
When: Saturday 29th December
1:45pm - 10pm
Where: Thompson Reserve, Inverloch-Venus Bay Rd, Inverloch
Contact: Kate Adkins, 0419 599 309
E: info@inverlochsoundsofsummer.com.au
W: inverlochsoundsofsummer.com.au
Saturday, 29th December
FAMILY DAY AT STONY CREEK RACING CLUB
Our race season kicks off with the return of Country Racing Kids Summer of Racing campaign and we welcome back Kelly Sports to entertain the kids.
When: Saturday 29th December. Gates open from 12 noon
Where: Stony Creek Racecourse, 22 Stony Creek-Dollar Rd Stony Creek
Cost: General Admission from $10
Contact: Stony Creek Racing Club, 03 5664 0099
E: enquiries@scrc.com.au
W: https://country.racing.com/stony-creek
Sunday, 30th December
PROMONTORY PRODUCE & CRAFT MARKET
Home produce, arts and crafts, plants, food stalls, bric a brac. BYO Plastic Bags
When: Sunday 30th December, 8am-12pm
Cost: $2
Where: The Showgrounds, Station Road Foster
Contact: 0439 033 960
Sunday, 30th December
KONGWAK MARKET
A popular, funky all-weather Market,
When: Every Sunday 10am - 2pm
Cost: Gold coin donation
Where: Kongwak General Store and Sheds
Contact: Jane, 0417 142 478
Sunday, 30th December
INVERLOCH COMMUNITY FARMERS MARKET
Come along to enjoy a day of great local produce, a terrific range of local wines and chilled live music!
When: Last Sunday of each month 8.00 am - 1.00 pm
Where: The Glade on the Esplanade, Inverloch
Contact: 0448 327 637
What’s On in South Gippsland, in January?
Saturday, 5th and Sunday, 6th January
PORT WELSHPOOL SEA DAYS FESTIVAL 2019
Welcome to the Sea-days Festival for 2019 staged by the Port Welshpool Working Group. Now in its 14th year, this year’s Sea-days promises to be one of our biggest yet.
The Sea-days Festival is a family focused event with an emphasis on the Corner Inlet marine habitats and wildlife.
Check out the activity pages on the website for details of this year’s attractions.
When: January 5th & 6th, 9am to 5pm
Cost: Gold coin donation
Where: Old Ferry Terminal, Foreshore Port Welshpool
W: https://seadaysfestival.com.au/
Please visit the website………for updated content and events @ www.visitpromcountry.com.au or
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.