景点
South Gippsland
What's On In Prom Country
9th March 2019 to 29th Feb 2020
The life and work of photographer John Gunn. This exhibition displays the extraordinary work of local farmer, builder and electrician turned photographer John Gunn. He recorded the people, places, events and industry in Toora and the surrounding district in the early years of the 20th century. Photos include the Peace celebrations at the end of the First World War and the development and construction of the Toora Tin Mine
When: Saturday 9th March to Feb 2020. Open 11am to 3pm: Saturday and Sundays, Public Holidays and daily throughout Vic School Holidays.
Cost: Museum Entry: $10 per family (4), $5 per adult, $4 Concession/Pensioner, 0.50 cents per child.
Where: Foster Museum, Main Street Foster
E:enquiries@promcountryhistory.org.au
29th August – 1st October
ESSENCE OF NATURE - PAULINE GROTTO
Meeniyan Art Gallery presents 'Essence of Nature', works by Pauline Grotto.
Opening September 1 @ 2pm
When: August 29 - October 1, 2019. Gallery open 10am to 4pm (closed Tuesdays)
Where: Meeniyan Art Gallery, 84 Whitelaw Street Meeniyan
Contact: 03 5664 0101
E: info@meeniyanartgallery.com.au
6th September to 19th October
KORUMBURRA SOUTHERN LIGHTS - LIGHTING EXHIBITION
With a meticulous eye for detail Jason Parmington, from Inverloch, has designed 13 laser cut drums depicting a mix of Korumburra's history, patterns and text that have now been assembled and installed by local businesses. These 13 drums will be placed in various spots in Commercial Street. We hope everyone will be intrigued by the concept of the drums, and our history and find the illumination to be stunning, as the images and patterns light up Korumburra.
When: Friday 6 September to Saturday 19 October
Where: Commercial Street, Korumburra
Contact: Shirley Aresta
E: kba.secretary3950@gmail.com
7th September to 27th October 2019
NATURAL IMPRESSIONS - NAT PALASKAS
An exhibition of eco-printing and textile work using natural dyes made from local flora.
Official opening: 7th September, 2pm by Kitiya Palaskas, craft-based Designer
When: 7 September - 27 October. Gallery open Thursday to Sunday 10am to 4pm (Closed Mon - Wednesday)
Where: Toora Studio Gallery, 25 Stanley Street Toora
Contact: 0423 155 542
13th September to 7th October 2019
The special exhibitions Emily holds at the art gallery and studio leave all visitors amazed. Exquisite wildlife paintings are surrounded by breathtaking architecture, all framed by the stunning vista of the Strzelecki Ranges reaching all the way to Wilsons Promontory.
Many of the birds she paints reside in her own garden, from scarlet robins and blue wrens to red browed finches, not to mention the majestic raptors such as peregrine falcons and wedge-tailed eagles circling overhead.
When: 13th September to 7th October Gallery open 11am - 5pm, Friday to Monday
Where: Emily Koenders Art Gallery
230 Ruby Fairbank Road Fairbank
Contact: 0421 339 575
E: koenders@hotmail.com
12th September to 7th October 2019
'ONE LAST THING' - EXHIBITION BY PROM COAST ARTS
Prom Coast Arts Calls It a Day – ‘One Last Thing’ exhibition.
After some twenty years Prom Coast Arts has called it a day. Nineteen members passed a motion to end incorporation at its AGM on July 10.
Our exact history is elusive but we were first incorporated in March 1999. Initially focused on the Foster area, PCA’s influence and activities have stretched the length of the Prom Coast and beyond.
To signify and celebrate the passing of Prom Coast Arts, all members past and present, are invited to participate in a final exhibition, ‘One Last Thing’.
When: Exhibition 12 September to 7 October, daily 10am to 4pm.
Where: Stockyard Gallery, Cnr McDonald & Main Streets Foster Contact: 03 5682 1125
E: stockyardgallery@dcsi.net.au
W: stockyardgalleryandshop.org.au
19th September to 18th November
GECKO STUDIO GALLERY - UP COMING SPRING EXHIBITIONS
Exhibition # 134: Wandering - oil paintings - Caroline Kennedy. Sept 19 to Oct 21. Opening event between 6 and 8pm, Friday Sept 20
Exhibition # 135: Submerge - dry point and monotypes - Kim McDonald.
When: Oct 24 to Nov 18, 2019. Opening event between 6 and 8pm, Friday Oct 25. Gallery open 9am - 4pm, Thursday to Monday
Where: Gecko Studio Gallery, 15 Falls Road Fish Creek
Contact: 03 5683 2481
E: info@geckostudiogallery.com.au
21st September to Sunday, 6th October
VICTORIAN SCHOOL HOLIDAYS
22nd September to 5th October
BUNURONG COAST EDUCATION - SCHOOL HOLIDAY DISCOVERY ACTIVITIES
· Dinosaur Discovery – To the Caves Rock Platform
· Dinosaur Discovery – To Flat Rocks
· Dinosaur Discovery – To Eagles Nest
· Dinosaurs Palaeolaboratory- At Discovery Room
· Wildlife Spotlighting
· Astronomy - Dancing with the Stars
· Rockpool Ramble
· Coasts and Climate Change.
Tickets are now available at www.sgcs.org.au
When: During the Victorian September School Holidays - please see website for dates and times.
Cost: Various - Max cost $12.50
Contact: Bunurong Environment Centre, 03 5674 3738
Monday, 30th September to Friday, 4th October
WILSON'S PROM DISCOVERY PROGRAM - WEEK 2
· Bird Brain - 30 Sep, 10am – 11:30am
· Flora Explorer - 30 Sep, 2pm –3:30pm and 4 Oct, 1pm –2:30pm
· Indigenous Cultural Walk - 1 Oct, 9:30am- 11am
· Mini-beast Discovery - 1 Oct, 1:30pm – 3pm
· Discovery Kids - 2 Oct, 11:30am – 12:15pm
· Which Roo are you? - 2 Oct, 4pm – 5:30pm
· Rockpool Ramble - 3 Oct, 8:30am – 10am and 4 Oct, 9am – 10:30am
· Wildlife Detectives - 3 Oct, 2pm - 3:30pm
When: Monday 30th Sept to Fri 4thOct
Where: Wilson's Promontory National Park, Tidal River
Cost: Free - bookings essential
Phone:03 8427 2122
W:http://wilsons-promontory-national-park.eventbrite.com
Tues, 1st & Thurs, 3rd October
FOSTER LIBRARY SCHOOL ACTIVITIES
Entertain your children with two very different activities at Foster Library.
When: Snakes Alive! Tuesday, 1st October at 10.30pm. Virtual Reality Thursday, 3rd October 1.30-4pm.
Where: Foster Library, Main Street, Foster
Cost: Free, but bookings may be necessary
Contact: Foster Library, 56821735
Tuesday, 1st to Friday, 4th October
SCHOOL HOLIDAY BOREDOM BUSTERS AT SPLASH
If you are looking for some fun activities to keep the kids entertained these school holidays, head to YMCA Splash!
· Pool Inflatables: Mon 23rd/25th/30th Sept, Wed 2nd/Fri 4th Oct 11am-1pm
· Beach Volleyball: Mon 30th Sept 12pm.
· Basketball Club: Tues 1st Oct 10am-1pm.
· Junior Salti Boards: Wed 2nd Oct 1.30pm/2pm & 2.30pm
· Soccer Clinic: Thurs 3rd Oct 10am-1pm
When: Tues 1st to Fri 4th October
Where: YMCA Splash, Roughead Street, Leongatha
Cost: Basketball Clinic/Soccer Clinic & Beach Volleyball $10/person
Junior Salti Boards $5/person
Pool Inflatables normal entry fees apply
Contact: YMCA Splash,
03 5662 5911
Wednesday, 2nd October
Come and join in the family fun at YMCA Splash. Featuring a BBQ,
Zumba at 10am, Inflatable 11am-1pm and Junior Salti 1.30-3pm* *Bookings required.
When: Wednesday, 2nd October
Where: YMCA Splash, Roughead Street Leongatha
Contact: Splash, 5662 5911
Wed, 2nd to Mon 28th October
Meeniyan Art Gallery presents 'A Natural Connection', works by Connected Voices.
Exhibiting artists: Diane Mattiske, Jill Miglietti, and Heather Walters.
Opening October 6th at 2pm.
When: Exhibition from October 2 to October 28. Open 10am to 4pm (Closed Tuesday)
Where: Meeniyan Art Gallery, 84 Whitelaw Street Meeniyan
Contact: 03 5664 0101
E:info@meeniyanartgallery.com.au
Friday, 4th October
PROM COAST FILM SOCIETY - 2019 SEASON
Showing: Woman in Gold (2015 UK – biography/drama 109mins)
When: Friday at 7.30pm
Where: Fish Creek Memorial Hall, 13 Falls Road Fish Creek
Contact: Catherine McGlead on 0407 543 371
Friday, 4th/11th/18th/25th October
Food, Fire & Wine on Fridays:
Food trucks, braziers burning, live music, local wines. The place to meet friends and relax.
When: Friday evenings, 5pm – 8pm
Where: Meeniyan Square, 91 Whitelaw St Meeniyan
Friday, 4th/11th/18th/25th October
KARAVANA FLAMENCA AT LOCH WINE BAR
Come and enjoy fabulous food and wine, while listening to ‘Karavana Flamenca’ playing authentic Flamenco, Latin, Gypsy and Rumba Flamenco Music. They will transport you to Spain, Southern France and Cuba, where this lively music originates from.
When: Friday nights at 6.30pm from Sept-Dec 19
Where: Loch Wine Bar, 10 Smith
Street
Cost: Free, but bookings are required
Contact: Denise, 0409 798 525
Saturday, 5th October
BYO Drinks and Nibbles. For tickets contact buffalohall3958@gmail.com or phone 0425 728 525
When: Saturday 5th October, doors open at 7.30pm
Where: Buffalo Hall, Main Street Buffalo
Cost: $25 per person
Contact: 0425 728 525
Saturday, 5th & Sun 6th October
Showcasing quilts from makers across Gippsland
When: Saturday and Sunday, 5th and 6th October, 10am to 4pm
Cost: Entry $5, children under 12 years free.
Where: Welshpool Memorial Hall, 49 Main Street Welshpool
Saturday, 5th October
Held on the first Saturday every month, set in the contemporary and rural village of Koonwarra, this community event exemplifies the best of local produce, and was founded in November 2000 by a not-for-profit association of the regions growers, producers and specialty food-makers.
When: 1st Saturday of each month, 8.30am - 12.30 pm
Where: Koonwarra Hall, Koala Drive Koonwarra
Contact: David, 0411 413 716
W:http://www.kfm.org.au/about-us.htm
Saturday, 5th & 19th October
This is your opportunity to buy a bargain and help support community programs through the Toora Lions Club.
When: 1st & 3rd Saturday of the month, 8am - 1pm
Where: Vi-Plus Factory, Jetty Road Toora
Contact: Jeff Unthank, 03 5686 2103
Sunday, 6th October
COAL CREEK LITERARY FESTIVAL 2019
Coal Creek Community Park and Museum present the 2019 Literary Festival. Two competitions beckon budding writers and poets - the Bert Van Bedaf Short Story Competition offers a $500 prize and the Open Poetry Competition offers a $200 prize!
When: Sunday, 6th October, 10.30am - 4.30pm
Tickets: Adults $10, Concession $8, Child $5 which includes a simple lunch.
Where: Coal Creek Community Park and Museum, 12 Silkstone Road Korumburra
Contact: Coal Creek Community Park and Museum, 03 5655 1811
E: coalcreek1@southgippsland.vic.gov.au
W: http://coalcreekcommunityparkandmuseum.com
Sundays, 6th and 20th October
MEENIYAN UTE BEAUT CAR BOOT SALE
Rain, hail or shine. $25 a stall. Recycle, upcycle, reduce landfill,
declutter, tidy - spark a whole lot of enjoy! To book call 0422 687 439 or E: meeniyancarbootsale@gmail.com
When: 1st & 3rd Sunday each month 8am-1pm
Cost: $25 a stall
Where: Meeniyan Square, Whitelaw Street Meeniyan
Contact: 0422 687 439
W: https://www.meeniyansquare.com.au/events.html
Sunday, 6th October
Harvest Lunch - Vegetables from the garden
Learn the skills to create restaurant plated meals, using produce from the Jacican kitchen garden and Gippsland producers.
Learn the knife skills, cooking techniques and plating to become your own culinary artist.
Create, cook and share a three course meal
When: Sun 2019, 11am to 2pm
Cost: $125.00 per guest
Where: Jacican Cooking School & Food Studio, 32 Giles Street Mirboo North
Contact: Jaci Hicken, 03 5668 2475 or 0407 577 205
Sunday, 6th October
There are around 15 stalls at this market with everything homemade and home grown, including craft and woodwork.
Refreshments also available.
When: 1st Sunday of each month, 9am to 1pm
Where: Jumbunna Community Hall
Cruickshank’s Road, Jumbunna 3
Contact: Dawn Wylie, 5657 3253
Sundays, 6th/13th/20th/27th October
Funky ALL-WEATHER Market, Kongwak comes to life with a fabulous variety market every Sunday, with indoor and undercover
stalls selling a selection of Vintage/retro and second hand home wares, clothing, albums, art, jewellery, local produce, plants, books, live music, great food and coffee, plus a fun atmosphere.
When: Every Sunday, 10am - 2pm
Cost: Gold coin donation
Where: Kongwak General Store and Sheds
Contact: Jane, 0417 142 478
Sunday, 6th October
DAYLIGHT SAVINGS STARTS ON SUNDAY, OCTOBER 6TH
AT 2.00AM.
Remember to put your clocks forward 1 hour when you go to bed on Sunday night!!
7th October to 11th October
MONDAY 7 OCTOBER
Seniors Concert 10.30 am to 12.30 pm at Korumburra Recreation Reserve featuring artist Lonnie Lee (free event with morning tea provided). Tickets required for catering and to redeem morning tea. Phone 5662 9200 to book tickets.
TUESDAY 8 OCTOBER
Evening viewing of French Film, FACES PLACES at Fish Creek Memorial Hall, commencing at 7 pm - tickets $5.00. 100 seats available. Tickets to be booked and paid for by
Friday 20/9/19 please. Tickets available from TRYBOOKING
WEDNESDAY 9 OCTOBER
Bus trip to Latrobe Regional Gallery, 138 Commercial Road, Morwell - Tickets $5.00 - departs Leongatha - 47 seats available. Tickets to be booked and paid for by Friday 20/9/19 please. Tickets available from TRYBOOKING
THURSDAY 10 OCTOBER
Daytime viewing of French film, FACES PLACES at Baromi Centre, Mirboo North commencing at 1.00 pm - tickets $5.00. 80 tickets available. Tickets to be booked and paid for by Friday 20/9/19 please.
FRIDAY 11 OCTOBER
Bus trip - South Gippsland Gallery Tour (Meeniyan, Fish Creek, Foster & Toora) and possibly a trip down to
Long Jetty at Port Welshpool (if time permits).
Tickets $5.00. 23 seats available. Tickets to be booked and paid for by Friday 20/9/19
Contact: Sophie Dixon
E: sophied@southgippsland.vic.gov.au
10th October to 4th November PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBITION & SALE
South Gippsland Camera Club presents this exhibition at Stockyard Gallery, Foster
Official Opening - 13th Oct at 1pm
10 October - 4 November. 10am to 4pm daily
Free admission
Where: Stockyard Gallery, Cnr McDonald & Main Streets Foster
Contact: 03 5682 1125
E: stockyardgallery@dcsi.net.au
W: stockyardgalleryandshop.org.au
Friday, 11th October
POKEY LA-FARGE WITH SPECIAL GUEST SIERRA FERREL
The one, the only, how could there be another POKEY LA FARGE returns to Australia for solo performances, an environment where his inspired mix of country, blues, swing and folk really have the opportunity to shine. Joining Pokey on his run of Australian shows is SIERRA FERRELL.
Where: Meeniyan Hall, 97 Whitelaw Street
When: Friday October 11th. Doors
7pm. Show 8pm Allocated table seating. All Ages.
Cost: Tickets all one price: $50 (includes all bkg fees and GST). Book
tickets via lyrebirdarts@gmail.com or any of our local ticket outlets: Gecko Studio Gallery, Fish Creek; Main Street Revelations, Foster; The Rusty Windmill Cafe, Leongatha.
Contact: 0400 117 754
Saturday, 12th October
Karmai Community Children’s Centre presents: Studio 54 Glam Disco Party. Entertainment by THREE OAK ROAD. BYO drinks, nibbles & gold coins for games.
When: Saturday 12 October, 7pm till late
Cost: $35.00
(Individual or tables of 10)
Where: Korumburra Parish Hall,
Bridge Road Korumburra
Contact: Penny Hopwood,
0409 408 496 or 03 5655 2121
W: https://www.facebook.com/events/514695775766932/
Saturday, 12th & Sun, 13th October
Australian Plant Society South Gippsland will be back in the SGHAC Club Rooms in October this year.
A great range of plants will be on display and many will be available for sale.
When: 12 - 13 October, 10am to 4pm
Cost: $4 entry for adults, kids are free.
Where: Leongatha Recreation Reserve - SGHAC club rooms
Roughead Street Leongatha
Contact: 03 5664 2221
Saturday, 12th October
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 please come prepared with your own bags. Now also including a Coal Creek Craft Market.
When: 2nd Saturday of each month,8am -12.30pm
Where: Car park of Coal Creek, Silkstone Road Korumburra
Contact: 0408 619 182
E:farmersmarket@coalcreekvillage.com.au
Saturday, 12th October
MEENIYAN TOWN TAVERN NIGHT - CELEBRATING 35 YEARS
In October this year we will celebrate 35 years of this ground breaking entertainment institution, which had its small beginnings on Saturday 29th September 1984 (Grand Final Day). Four solo performers and one duo and an audience of about 40 fitted comfortably into the hall supper room, 3 poets and 2 vocals with guitars, no mikes or amp but an excellent night and worth looking at more in the future. Now we have a new wiz-bang, sound system remotely controlled, 8 or 9 acts, a large and non-judgemental audience and some of the original helpers still on hand. We have selected a wide range of new and old performers for this very special night, Avril will be MC
Where: Meeniyan Town Hall
When: Saturday 12th October, 8pm
Contact & Bookings: 5664 7376
Cost: $10 BYO drinks nibbles and glasses. Free Tea and Coffee
Sunday, 13th October
Come down to the Tarwin Lower Seasonal Market, bring the whole family and make a fun day of it. Stalls include: local produce, arts and crafts, poultry and pets, food, plants entertainment and much more.
When: Sunday, 10am-1pm
Where: Tarwin Lower Memorial Hall, Riverside Drive Tarwin Lower
Contact: Anita, 03 5663 7345
Sunday, 13th October
Meeniyan Farmers Markets, focus on presenting a wide range of high quality, fresh, local produce, including meats, fish, fruit and vegetables.
When: Second Sunday of every month, 9am - 2pm
Where: Meeniyan Square, Whitelaw Street, Meeniyan
Contact: Melissa, 0419 351 878
W: https://www.meeniyansquare.com.au/
Sunday, 13th October
STRINGZ COSTERO PRESENTS AN ELFISH AFTERNOON OF MYTH AND MELODY
Come and enjoy a wonderful afternoon of mythical music, including the Lord of the Rings, Capriol Suite, the Narnia Chronicles,
Loch Lomond, King of the Fairies and much more!
When: Sunday, 13th October 2.30pm
Where: Meeniyan Hall, Meeniyan
Cost: Donation entry at the door. Refreshments provided.
Friday, 18th October
'THE PUSH' - ALL AGES TOUR 2019
In what will become some of the biggest and best all-ages shows of 2019, Victoria’s leading youth music organisation The Push and triple j Unearthed are teaming up for a huge all-ages tour across Victoria this October, bringing Ruby Fields and Baker Boy to four regional hotspots throughout the state.
With the help of Freeza committees from across the state, Australia’s best acts will come for the first time to regional Victoria.
When: Friday 18th October, 6pm
Where: Leongatha Memorial Hall,
Michael Place, Leongatha
Cost: $11 General Admission
Contact: Sophie Dixon, 5662 9202
E: sophie.dixon@southgippsland.vic.gov.au
W: https://www.moshtix.com.au/v2/the-push-all-ages-tour
Saturday, 19th October
Farm fresh produce and more.
When: 3rd Saturday of each month
8am - 12noon
Where: War Memorial Arts Centre Hall Main Street Foster
Contact: Juneen Schulz,
0427 809 509
Saturday, 19th October
Foster IT are presenting a fee digital photo workshop.
Come and learn about how to work with digital photos.
A three hour workshop about online cloud storage and sharing photos online.
A special presentation of virtual reality headsets and 360 degree photography.
Put your name down for a space at the workshop.
Sponsored by Be Connected.
There will be snacks and a light lunch
When: Saturday 19 October 10am to 1pm
Where: RSL Rooms
Main St Foster VIC 3960
Contact: Tim 0421 043 090
E: tim@fosterit.net.au
Sunday, 20th October
TROSP is a community project in partnership with Parks Victoria to create a communal meeting place at the site of the current playground at Tidal River. The walks are generally about an hour and a half and are on tracks at the Prom. Participants are invited to walk at their own pace and can stop at any time. Want to know more about the project, or to donate money? See the website.
When: Sunday at 9.30am
Where: Hourigan’s Lane – meet in car park
Cost: Gold coin donation (includes morning tea)
W: https://www.tidalriveropenspace.com
Sunday, 20th October
Concert by the South Gippsland Shire Brass Band. Featuring performances by our Learner Group,
Our Intermediate Ensemble and the Senior Band.
BYO Nibbles and Drinks, Afternoon tea provided
When: Sunday, 20th October 2019, 1:30PM
Cost: $15.00 Adult, $12.00 Concession, $5.00 Children, $30.00 Family
When: Meeniyan Hall, 97 Whitelaw St Meeniyan
Contact: Rod Coughran-Lane,
0423 676 677
Friday, 25th October
Jan Preston trio, back by popular demand!
"88 PIANOS I have known" is a music event with projected images combined with unforgettable biographical stories, songs and piano music, which will move you from tears to laughter.
When: Friday 25th October 2019, 8pm SHARP Bookings Essential
Where: Bena Hall, Bena
Cost: $25
Contact: Maureen 5657 2276
Sunday, 20th October
Come along to enjoy a day of great local produce, a terrific range of local wines and chilled live music!
When: Sunday, - 8am-1pm
Where: The Glade on the Esplanade Inverloch
Contact: Melissa, 0419 351 878
Saturday 26th October
TICKETS ON SALE NOW – Trick or Treat, Ghost Train and ‘Zoom the Clown’ Magic Show. Please note, the park will be closed during the day of Saturday the 26th October for setting up and will re-open at 5.30pm for the event.
When: Saturday – 26th October 2019, 5:30pm to 10:00pm
Cost: GOLD COIN ENTRY FEE PER PERSON
Where: Coal Creek Community Park & Museum, 12 Silkstone Road Korumburra
Contact: 03 5655 1811
E: coalcreek1@southgippsland.vic.gov.au
W: coalcreekcommunityparkandmuseum.com.au
Saturday, 26th October
With over 20 stalls of fresh local produce, quirky craft, second-hand, music and foodies.
Stalls available
When: 4th Saturday of the month, 8.30am to 1pm.
Where: Community College Gippsland's Leongatha Campus in Howard Street, Leongatha
Contact: David Brereton,
0427 110 769
W:https://www.facebook.com/leongathacommunitymarket/
Saturday, 26th October
Huge variety of stallholders including plants, food, bric-a-brac, chooks, art, local veggies and honey, craft and much more.
When: Last Saturday of every month except December (no December market), 8am - 1pm.
Where: Baromi Park, 49 Ridgway Mirboo North
Contact: Graeme Dale, 0490 884 265
W: facebook.com/mirboonorthmarket
Sunday, 27th October
The Market offers both indoor and outdoor stalls and runs all year. Stall sites are $10.00. Port Albert is located in beautiful South Gippsland and is the oldest port in Victoria. Visitors are encouraged to come along and see what Port Albert has to offer.
When: 4th Sunday, 9am - 1pm
Where: Port Albert Hall, 20 Victoria St Port Albert
Contact: Gayle, 0437 247 242
Sunday, 27th October
INVERLOCH LIONS 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 from 8.00 am - 1.00 pm
Where: The Glade on the Esplanade Inverloch
Contact: Klaus, 0417 361 436
What’s On in South Gippsland, in November?
Saturday, 2nd November
Damien Mullin (award winning artist) pays tribute to ELVIS - A fundraiser for Foster Cricket Club.
Door prizes, BYO nibbles and drinks.
When: Saturday 2nd November. Doors open at 7pm, Show starts at 8pm
Where: Foster War Memorial Arts Centre, Main Street Foster
Tickets available at the door.
Cost: $30 per ticket
Contact: Billy - 0418 316 824 or Deb - 0448 832 666
Friday 1st and Saturday 2nd November
Welshpool and District Horticultural Society are proud to present their
Spring Show. It promises to be a colourful and interesting display, so be sure to put it in your calendar!
When: Friday 1st and Saturday 2nd November
Where: Welshpool Memorial Hall
49 Main Street Welshpool
Contact: 5682 2185
E: crowl@dcsi.net.au
Friday, 8th November & Saturday, 9th November
48TH ANNUAL LEONGATHA ROSE SPECTACULAR
Leongatha's Rose Spectacular is an annual event now in its 48th year.
Held at the Memorial Hall, the event showcases stunning displays of all kinds of roses. From miniature roses through to a large cut flower section, it will also feature the annual Feature Rose, which in 2019 is the RSL Rose. With a range of children’s activities and plant stalls, this is a wonderful family event. Rose sections cover Open, Novice & Local.
When: Friday 8th November - 12pm to 5pm & Saturday 9th November - 9am to 4pm
Cost: Admission $5. Children free.
Where: Leongatha Memorial Hall
Michael Place Leongatha
Cost: Admission $5. Children free.
Contact: Josie 5657 3292
W: leongathahorticulturalsociety.com.au
Saturday, 9th November
Be inspired and engaged in the second annual Meeniyan Marty Gras. An evening of fun and frolics. Dress to impress. Enjoy great food, music, dancing and a floorshow to remember - led by Krystal Ring and friends. Celebrate diversity, community in the iconic Meeniyan Hall. Prizes for best dressed. (No Stilletos on the special hall floor).
When: Saturday 9 November 2019 at 7:30pm
Where: Meeniyan Hall 97 Whitelaw Street Meeniyan
Cost: Tickets $40 per person BYO Drinks, glasses and esky
SUPPER PROVIDED
W: https://www.trybooking.com/book/event?eid=542226&
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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 an easily accessible and wide smooth track.
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.
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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.
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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.