Meeniyan Motel

4 April – 6 May
SELECTED PRINTS
Selected Prints is an exhibition by Gippsland artists Janet K. Howard and Maree Gullock.
Gallery Hours: 11am – 6pm Wed – Sun
Venue: Blowfly Gallery, 11 Commericial St, Korumburra
Contact: 9018 5119
Email: info@blowflygallery.com.au
Website: http://www.blowflygallery.com.au
19 April – 5 May
GREAT SOUTHERN PORTRAIT PRIZE 2012
Annual exhibition and competition
Gallery Hours: 10am – 4pm
Venue: Stockyard Gallery, Cnr Main and McDonald St’s, Foster
Contact: Anda 03 5687 1206 or Gecko Studio Gallery 03 5683 2481
Website: http://www.promcoastarts.org.au
20 April – 20 May
PHOTOGRAPHIC EXHIBITION “TIME AND MOTION”
Showcasing innovations and inventions that shape the lives of Gippslanders
Gallery Hours: 9am – 5pm
Venue: Coal Creek Foyer Gallery
Contact: 5655 1811
27 April – 9 May
THE ART OF FRIENDS
An exhibition of mixed media paintings.
Gallery Hours: Weekdays: 10am-4pm (Closed Tues), Weekends: 11am-5pm

Venue: Meeniyan Art Gallery, 84 Whitelaw St, Meeniyan

Contact: Meeniyan Art Gallery, 5664 0101

Website: http://meeniyanartgallery.org.au
28 April – May 19
BLACK DOG EXHIBITION
Paintings & Etching’s by Abigail van Rooyen
Gallery Hours: 10am – 5pm
Venue: Gecko Studio Gallery, 15 Falls Rd, Fish Creek
Contact: 5683 2481
Email: info@geckostudiogallery.com.au
1 May
YANAKIE ISTHMUS TALK
The Prom Country historical society invites all to attend a talk on the newly located Graves at Wilson’s Promontory. Meeting in Foster at 2.45pm
Contact: Jennifer Jones 5683 2381
Email: enquiries@promcountryhistory.org.au
1 May
SYMPHONIC WORKSHOP
Coal Creek Heritage Village will host a preliminary get together to help develop a NEW Gippsland Symphony Orchestra at 7.30pm. The invitation extends too string, woodwind, brass and percussion players. The program will include selections from Bach’s Brandenburg Concerto and symphonies by Beethoven and Haydn.
Contact: Dayna 5662 2885 or 0458 060 025
2 May – 14 May
EMBROIDERER’S VICTORIA
Celebrate the 25th Anniversary of the Leongatha Group with a visit to the Exhibition of Works
Gallery Hours: 10am – 5pm weekdays, Closed Tuesday & 10am-2pm Sat
Venue: Leongatha Art Gallery, McCartin St, Leongatha
Website: http://leongathagallery.org.au
2 MAY – 31May
AUSTRALIAN ARTISTS OF INFLUENCE
Through these artists’ works, you can see the defining steps in the evolvement in our unique Australian art style Grand Opening 4 May 7pm. Presentation by Cathy Stocky MA
Gallery Hours: 10am – 5pm
Venue: Coal Creek Community Park, South Gippsland Hwy, Korumburra
Contact: Coal Creek 03 5655 1811 or Doug Kane 5655 1809
Email: coalcreek1@southgippsland.vic.gov.au
Website: www.coalcreekvillage.com.au
4 May
PROM COAST FILM SOCIETY – THE HUNTER
2011 Australian Drama – Rated M. To make it a very social night, Windy Ridge Winery will have a wine by the glass to purchase and supper will be available after the screening
Venue: Fish Creek Hall, 13 Falls Rd, Fish Creek
Contact: Catherine McGlead 0407 543 371
Email: famda@dsci.net.au
Website: http://famda.org.au
5 May
WALK FOR MS
Bring the family along dressed in red and help raise money for Multiple Sclerosis by completing a 3km walk around town.
Meet at 12 noon. Entry $20 adults and kids FREE. BBQ Provided, RSVP required.
Venue: McIndoe Park, Turner St, Leongatha
Contact: Nat 0417 058 684, Rory 0407 093 801 or Vicki 0417 316 233
5 May
SOUTH GIPPSLAND FARMERS MARKET
Time: 8.30am – 1pm
Venue: Koonwarra Memorial Park, Koala Drive, Koonwarra
Contact: Rod, 0408 619 182
Website: http://www.koonwarra.vic.au
5 May
COAL CREEK HISTORIC GHOST TOURS
Come and discover the darker side of local history. Be guided through the haunting atmosphere and listen to stories about Coal Creek’s ghosts. The tours are not suitable for children under 12. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. The 2 hour tour costs $25 per person, no concessions. Light supper is included.
Tour times: 7.30pm to 9.30pm. Tours must be pre-booked and pre-paid. Groups welcome; maximum 20
Venue: Coal Creek Community Park, South Gippsland Hwy, Korumburra
Contact: Coal Creek 03 5655 1811
Email: coalcreek1@southgippsland.vic.gov.au
Website: http://www.coalcreekvillage.com.au
5 May – 6 May
GRAND STRZELECKI TRACK OPENING
An open invitation to participate in weekend activities to celebrate the official opening of the Grand Strzelecki Track.
Saturday 5 May – Walk Billy’s Creek
Sunday 6 May – Walk Macks Creek, Mt Tassie, Tarra Valley & Official Opening 12 Noon at the Tarra Bulga Visitor Centre, Balook
Photo Competition, Trivia Quiz and Community Breakfast and BBQ both days.
Contact: Saturday – Carol Bolding 5128 5664 & Sunday – Paula Duncombe 5142 3487
Email: Saturday – carol.bolding@latrobe.vic.gov.au & Sunday – paula.duncombe@wellington.voc.gov.au
Website: http://www.grandstrzeleckitrack.org.au
6 May
THE GREAT SOUTHERN STAR’S 12th WEDDING EXPO
Planning a wedding? Why not come along and enjoy a complimentary glass of “bubbles” on arrival and enjoy the exhibition to gather idea’s and go in the draw to win fantastic prizes. FREE ENTRY 10am – 3pm Venue: Leongatha Memorial Hall
6 May
KONGWAK MARKET
Time: 10am – 3pm
Venue: Korumburra-Wonthaggi Rd, Kongwak
Contact: Jane, 0417 142 478
6 May
JUMBUNNA BUSH MARKET
Time: 9am – 1pm
Venue: The Main hall, Jumbunna
Contact: Dawn Wylie, 5657 3253
9 May
CARAVAN BURLESQUE – The Dance Jam
The Dance Jam takes participants through a smorgasbord of styles from all, Latin, Bollywood, Movie Musicals, Rock’n’Roll. A mash up of dance styles in a fun class with teachers Paul Cordeiro & Holly Durant. Cost $10, Pre-Purchased tickets available at South Gippsland Shire Council
Time: 12.00pm – 1.30pm Venue: Lyric Theatre Shed, Ashenden St, Leongatha Contact: Sophie Dixon 5662 9202
Email: sophied@southgippsland.vic.gov.au
9 May
CARAVAN BURLESQUE – The Show
A travelling emporium that fuses Parisian nightclubs with wild Ethiopian dance, razor sharp intelligence with sultry songs, Australian whip cracking with Bollywood, gobsmacking dance with fluffy toys, satin table cloths, velvet drapes and hanging lanterns. BYO Drinks & Supper. Cabaret style seating. Cost of $20 p/person, tables of 4. Pre-Purchased tickets available at South Gippsland Shire Council
Time: 7.30pm Venue: Mesley Hall, Nerrena Road, Leongatha Contact: Sophie Dixon 5662 9202
Email: sophied@southgippsland.vic.gov.au
10 May – 5 June
BIRGIT VERHAGEN
Exhibition of pastel works by local artist Antarctic and animals
Time: 10am – 4pm daily Venue: Stockyard Gallery, Cnr. Main & McDonald Streets Foster Contact: 03 5682 1125.
Website: http://www.stockyardgallery.org.au
10 MAY
CARAVAN BURLESQUE – Improvisation to Acting
Maude Davey will get you up on stage with or without a road map during this stimulating workshop. Fun way to shake off nerves, find points of inspiration and embrace the adventure of performing. Cost $10, Pre-Purchased tickets available at South Gippsland Shire Council
Time: 11.30pm – 2.00pm Venue: Lyric Theatre Shed, Ashenden St, Leongatha Contact: Sophie Dixon 5662 9202
Email: sophied@southgippsland.vic.gov.au
10 May
CARAVAN BURLESQUE – The Show
A travelling emporium that fuses Parisian nightclubs with wild Ethiopian dance, razor sharp intelligence with sultry songs, Australian whip cracking with Bollywood, gobsmacking dance with fluffy toys, satin table cloths, velvet drapes and hanging lanterns. BYO Drinks & Supper. Cabaret style seating. Cost of $20 p/person, tables of 4. Pre-Purchased tickets available at South Gippsland Shire Council
Time: 7.30pm Venue: Mesley Hall, Nerrena Road, Leongatha Contact: Sophie Dixon 5662 9202
Email: sophied@southgippsland.vic.gov.au
10 May – 7 June
A PASSAGE THRU PLACE Compilation of textile by East Gippsland artists, Fusion Fibre Arts Network Gallery

Hours: Weekdays: 10am-4pm (Closed Tues), Weekends: 11am-5pm

Venue: Meeniyan Art Gallery, 84 Whitelaw St, Meeniyan

Contact: Meeniyan Art Gallery, 5664 0101

Website: http://meeniyanartgallery.org.au
11 May – 13 May
MIRBOO NORTH ARTY GRAS FESTIVAL
Friday: Art Show 7.30pm – 11pm, $20 p/person, Formal Dress
Saturday: Art Show 12noon – 5pm, $3 p/person. Food & Craft Market with music performers, kids activities and much more
Sunday: Art Show 10am – 3.30pm, $3 p/person. Free afternoon Tea with live music. There is a Mother’s Day Lunch is being held at Grand Ridge Brewery and also arty exhibitions at various locations with music performance at the Shire Hall Marquee.
Venue: Art Show at Mirboo North Shire Hall and other events throughout the township
Email: artygras@mirboonorth.vic.au
Website: http://www.mirboonorthartshow.com.au
Contact: 5668 2172
12 May
COAL CREEK FARMERS MARKET
Plastic bag free. Time: 8am – 1pm Venue: Coal Creek Community Park, South Gippsland Hwy, Korumburra’ Contact: Coal Creek Farmers Market 0459 629 000 Email: farmersmarket@coalcreekvillage.com.au Website: http://www.coalcreekvillage.com.au
12 May
TOORA MARKET
Time: 8am – 12.30pm Venue: Former Bonlac Store, Jetty Rd, Toora
Contact: Jeanette, 5686 2690
12 May
MAY CONVIVIAL DINNER
Time: 7pm
Venue: Koonwarra Store, Koala Drive, Koonwarra
Contact: 5664 2285
12 May
MIRBOO NORTH VOCAL NOSH GROUP
All of Gippsland join in a big sing.
Time: 3.00pm – 5.30pm
Venue: Arts Pit, Grand Ridge Brewery, Mirboo North
Contact: 5668 2222
12 May
MEENIYAN TOWN TAVERN NIGHT
Full program MC’d by Avril. Shane Dight (Moo’s Chef), Acoustic Kitchen, Michael Warner, The Dets, Kate Jackson with new CD and by popular demand The Awesome Foursome “Serenity”
BYO Drinks, Nibbles and glasses. Free Tea & Coffee. Cost $8
Time: 8pm
Venue: Meeniyan Town Hall
Contact: 5664 7376
Email: jazzbo@dcsi.net.au
13 May
KONGWAK MARKET
Time: 10am – 3pm
Venue: Korumburra-Wonthaggi Rd, Kongwak
Contact: Jane, 0417 142 478
13 May
MOTHER’S DAY AT COAL CREEK
Venue: Coal Creek Community Park, South Gippsland Hwy, Korumburra
Contact: Coal Creek 03 5655 1811
Email: coalcreek1@southgippsland.vic.gov.au
Website: www.coalcreekvillage.com.au
13 May
LADY OF THE SWAMP DINNER AND SHOW
Venue: Archies on the Creek, 81 Archies Creek Rd, Archies Creek
Contact: Archies on the Creek 03 5678 7787
Website: hhtp://www.archiesonthecreek.com.au
13 May
TROSP WALK
Time: 9.30am – 6.00pm
Venue: Wilsons Promontory
Contact: dana@danahughes.com
Website: http://www.facebook.com/TROSP
13 May
LOCH VILLAGE WINTER MARKET
Time: 9AM – 1PM
Venue: Loch Public Hall, Smith St, Loch Contact: Jennie Kennedy 03 5659 4305
19 May
PROM COUNTRY FARMERS MARKET
Time: 8am to 12noon
Venue: Foster WMAC Hall, Main St, Foster
Contact: Market Manager, 0427 809 509
19 MAY – 20 MAY
LOCH VILLAGE MOSAIC WORKSHOP
The Loch Arts Council and Geraldine Phelan invites you to participate in a fun workshop to make your own Mosaic of any Flora or Fauna found in the Loch District. Cost $80 includes 2 days tuition, all materials and tools.
Venue: Loch Primary School
Contact: Howard Booth, Carrington’s of Loch 5659 4215
Email: gilheal@intermode.on.net
20 May
INVERLOCH FARMERS MARKET
Fresh food and produce
Time: 8am – 1.00pm
Venue: The Glade, Inverloch
Contact: Peter Arnold, 5664 0096
20 May
KONGWAK MARKET
Time: 10am – 3pm
Venue: Korumburra-Wonthaggi Rd, Kongwak
Contact: Jane, 0417 142 478
20 May – 16 June
ARBOREAL – “Out on a Limb”
Group Exhibition focusing on trees
Gallery Hours: 10am – 5pm
Venue: Gecko Studio Gallery, 15 Falls Rd, Fish Creek
Contact: 5683 2481
Email: info@geckostudiogallery.com.au
26 May
MIRBOO NORTH MARKET
Time: 8.30 am – 1.00pm
Venue: Baromi Park, Ridgway, Mirboo North
Contact: Maxine, 5668 2465
26 May
MEENIYAN GALLERY WORKSHOP SERIES 2012
Calligraphy – Tutor Anita George. Cost $50
Time: 10.00am – 3.30 pm
Venue: Meeniyan Art Gallery, 84 Whitelaw St, Meeniyan
Contact: Meeniyan Art Gallery, 5664 0101
Website: http://www.meeniyanartgallery.org.au
27 May
KONGWAK MARKET
Time: 10am – 3pm
Venue: Korumburra-Wonthaggi Rd, Kongwak
Contact: Jane, 0417 142 478

7 March – 2 April
MIDDLE-AGED WHITE CHICKS EXHIBITION
Tracy Roberts, Lesley Keevers, Janette Arnold-Collins and Alvina Bishop-Edwards.
Gallery Hours: Open daily, 10am to 4pm
Venue: Stockyard Gallery, Cnr. Main & McDonald Streets Foster
Contact: 03 5682 1125.
Website: http://www.stockyardgallery.org.au
22 March – 17 April
WELCOME TO MY STUDIO
A group exhibition featuring local artists and relationships they have with their studios. Official opening Friday 6th April, 6pm to 7.30pm.
Gallery Hours: Open 10am to 4pm daily (Closed Wednesdays).
Venue: Courthouse Gallery, 122 Commercial Road, Yarram
Contact: 03 5182 6553
Email: courthousegalleryyarram@gmail.com
Website: http://www.yarramchgallery.blogspot.com/
24 March – 26 April
THE TREE HOUSE SERIES
An exhibition by Wayne Milner – ‘A Celebration of Life’
Opening: Sunday 25th March, 2-4pm
Gallery Hours: Weekdays: 10am-4pm (Closed Tues), Weekends: 11am-5pm
Venue: Meeniyan Art Gallery, 84 Whitelaw St, Meeniyan
Contact: Meeniyan Art Gallery, 5664 0101
Website: http://meeniyanartgallery.org.au
25 March – 21 April
FREESTONE PRINTMAKERS
Works from Freestone Press printmakers, Briagolong
Opening: Sunday 25th April, from 2pm
Gallery Hours: Open Thursday to Monday, 10am to 5pm (Closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays).
Venue: Gecko Studio Gallery, 15 Falls Road, Fish Creek
Contact: Gecko Studio Gallery, 03 5683 2481
1 April
DROUIN ROTARY ART SHOW
Market, Stalls and Show n Shine
Sellers: From 6am, Public: 8am (Closes 1pm)
Entry: $5 per person 16yrs and over, outdoor site charge $5 (no booking required) BBQ and Drinks catered by Rotary, proceeds to local projects
Venue: Lardner Park, Burnt Store Road, Lardner
Contact: John, 0417 302 241
1 April
SOMETHING FISHY FOR YOUTH – SOUL SURFER THE MOVIE
‘Something Fishy for Youth’ is presenting the movie ‘Soul Surfer’, the inspiring true story of Bethany Hamilton at 7pm at the TP Taylor Hall, Sandy Point. All welcome!
Tickets: $2
Venue: T.P. Taylor Hall, Sandy Point
Contact: 03 5683 2650
1 April
ANNUAL FOSTER FASHION PARADE
The 6th annual fashion parade organised by Insideout Clothing in association with the Susie Green Dance School. This parade will support the Prom Country Aged Care building project. Tickets on sale now at Insideout Clothing, Main Street Foster. Gold class reserved seating (front row) at $15 or regular ticket for $10. All tickets include entry into the show and
afternoon tea. Come along and watch a show full of fun, fashion, song and dance and help raise money for a good cause too.
Venue: Foster War Memorial Arts Centre, Main St, Foster
Contact: Insideout Clothing, (03) 5682 1008
1 April
KONGWAK MARKET
Time: 10am – 3pm
Venue: Korumburra-Wonthaggi Rd, Kongwak
Contact: Jane, 0417 142 478
1 April
JUMBUNNA BUSH MARKET
Time: 9am – 1pm
Venue: The Main hall, Jumbunna
Contact: Dawn Wylie, 5657 3253
1 April
ARCHIE’S ON THE CREEK – FARMERS MARKET
Fresh produce, regional wines, olive oil, soaps, jewellery and hand made art & craft. Live music and sausage sizzle.
Time: 9am – 1pm
Venue: Archie’s on the Creek, 81 Archie’s Creek Rd, Archie’s Creek
Contact: 03 5678 7787
1 April
BASS HILL BREATHTAKER – CYCLING EVENT
Archie’s on the Creek is proud to host the 2ND Annual event offering a perfect cycling environment with a choice of a 39km, 60km & 107km ride. Full ride details including prices & bookings on website
Venue: Archie’s on the Creek, 81 Archie’s Creek Rd, Archie’s Creek
Contact: 03 5678 7787
Website: http://www.eventsupport.com.au/events/bass-hills-breathtaker
1 April – 29 April
EAST OF ARNHEM LAND By Kay Sheean – ART EXHIBITON
Come and meet this incredible artist and hear her stories of life as a white woman in a remote aboriginal community. There will be live music and video presentation of ceremonial dance at the opening on Sunday 1 April, 2pm Gallery Hours: Open daily, 10am to 5pm in the Hunt Foyer Venue: Archie’s on the Creek, 81 Archie’s Creek Rd, Archie’s Creek
Contact: 03 5678 7787
Website: http://www.archiesonthecreek.com.au/
1 April – 30 April
PAINTING WITH PAKINSONS
Gallery Hours: Open daily, 10am to 5pm
Venue: Coal Creek Community Gallery, South Gippsland Hwy, Korumburra
Contact: Coal Creek, 5655 1811
Website: http://www.coalcreekvillage.com.au
2 April
KIDS FUN DAY – Stadium 4 Cinema
FREE Entertainment for the Kids, jumping Castles, face painting, giveaways and Dr Suess’ The Lorax Raffle Venue: Stadium 4 Cinema, 14-18 Smith Street Leongatha
Contact: 03 5662 5762
Website: http://www.stadiumcinema.com.au
4 April – 17 April
DRAWING FROM FALLS ROAD
Opening Thursday April 5th, 5pm to 7pm. All welcome!
Gallery Hours: Open daily, 10am to 4pm
Venue: Stockyard Gallery, Cnr. Main & McDonald Streets Foster
Contact: 03 5682 1125.
Website: http://www.stockyardgallery.org.au
5 April
THE KAZOO’S
One of Australia’s best children’s performance groups is coming to Fish Creek. Only one show and all proceeds’ donated to the Fish Creek Kindergarten.
Cost: $10, Babies Free!
Time: 11am
Venue: Fish Creek Memorial Hall, 13 Falls Rd Fish Creek
6 April – 7 April
TOUR DE TARWIN
The Tour de Tarwin festivities begin on Good Friday April 6, with the official launch at the Riverview Hotel Tarwin Lower at 7pm. On Saturday April 7 there is an 8am farmers market at Venus Bay, 9am registration outside Venus Bay Store, 10am market stalls with live music, 12pm the ride/walk/run and picnic starts and finishes at 1pm at the Tarwin Lower Long Table for a sausage sizzle and more. Finishes with the You Beaut raffle drawn at 2pm.
Cost for entering – $7 per person – $15 per family.
The theme is Dress to Impress.
Venue: Tarwin Lower & Venus Bay Townships
Website: http://www.tourdetarwin.com.au
7 April
SOUTH GIPPSLAND FARMERS MARKET
Time: 8.30am – 1pm
Venue: Koonwarra Memorial Park, Koala Drive, Koonwarra
Contact: Rod, 0408 619 182
Website: www.koonwarra.vic.au
7 April
COAL CREEK HISTORIC GHOST TOURS
Come and discover the darker side of local history. Be guided through the haunting atmosphere and listen to stories about Coal Creek’s ghosts. The tours are not suitable for children under 12. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. The 2 hour tour costs $25 per person, no concessions. Light supper is included. Tour times: 8.30pm to 10.30pm.
Tours must be pre-booked and pre-paid. Groups welcome; maximum 20 Venue: Coal Creek Community Park, South Gippsland Hwy, Korumburra

Contact: Coal Creek 03 5655 1811
Email: coalcreek1@southgippsland.vic.gov.au
Website: www.coalcreekvillage.com.au
7 April
FRANKLIN DOWNS MUSIC FESTIVAL
Not-for-profit music festival on Easter Saturday in aid of the Prom Country Aged Care Building Fund and World Vision. Featuring Levi McGrath and Andrew Horneman, also including Willy Golightly, Al Green, Geoff Sparks, Fox Road, Oliver Clark, The Frantics, Tim and Jacquie Green, Tiffany Jade, Chris ‘Cool’ Riddell and Imogen Whittaker. Unpowered on site camping available. BYO chairs, food and drinks (some hot food and soft drinks available).
Venue: Franklin Downs, Dorans Rd, Toora
Contact: Tim 0434 305 516 or Leon, 0434 569 110
Email: tim@thefrantics.com.au
7 April
KIDS DAY AT ARCHIE’S ON THE CREEK
Easter Egg hunt in the Garden at 11am, $5 each. Live music with Marty Box, Art table, Jumping castle and Face Painting (small fee to artist)

Venue: Archie’s on the Creek, 81 Archie’s Creek Rd, Archie’s Creek
Contact: 03 5678 7787
Website: http://www.archiesonthecreek.com.au/
7 April – 9 April
VICTORIAN UTILITY CHAMPIONSHIP SHEEP DOG TRIALS
Paul Macphail’s Welshpool property will again be hosting the Sheep Dog Trials. Held over the Easter weekend, dogs and their owners will be put through their paces in sheep pens, working with ducks and other fun events. Competitors can stay at Paul’s farm where a local not-for-profit group will provide catering for a small fee.
Venue: Beloka Kelpie Stud, South Gippsland Hwy, Welshpool
Contact: Paul, 0418 335 306
Website: http://www.belokakelpies.com
7 April – 9 April
SANDY POINT EASTER ART SHOW
This annual event promises to be bigger and better this year, with photography and sculpture as well as paintings.
Venue: Sandy Point Community Hall, Surfers Walk, Sandy Point
Contact: Sally Gibson, 03 5684 1545
7 April
BACK TO CHARLIE BROWN – FUN DAY
Fifth Annual ‘Back To’ Charlie Brown’s Picnic Day. Old style family picnic sports day we experienced fifty years ago, comprising; Sand Castle competition, Easter Egg hunt, 3 legged races, Egg and spoon races, Sack and Flat races for all age groups, culminating in a Tug of War event for the adults and a lolly scramble for the children.
Participants will be allocated into two groups – the Waratite’s (villages) and the Parkers (Caravan Park dwellers). Day trippers will be ‘adopted’ by the Waratites.
Music, food and drink available. Event starts at 10am.
Venue: Waratah Bay Recreation Reserve, Cnr Gale & Moongana St, Waratah Bay
Contact: Jim Harry, (Waratah Bay Caravan Park), 5684 1339 or Joan
Newman, 5684 1434
7 April – 9 April
EASTER YARRAM TARRA FESTIVAL
Saturday: Yarram Variety Market at the Guide/Scout Hall, Cnr. Church Rd and South Gippsland Hwy, Yarram.
Sunday: Port Albert Regatta Market, Rutters Park, Port Albert.
Monday: Yarram Tarra Festival Monster Market, Showgrounds, Buckley St,
Yarram.
Contact: Marion, 0434 147 105 and Gloria, 03 5182 6303
8 April
WARATAH HILLS VINEYARD – EASTER SUNDAY LUNCH
Join us for Easter Sunday Lunch (including an Easter Egg Hunt). Expect an Italian inspired menu including a decadent dessert. Places are limited – bookings required.
Adults: $45 (including a glass of wine, children $15.
Time: 12.30pm
Venue: Waratah Hills Vineyard, 20 Cottmans Rd (off Prom Road), Fish Creek
Contact: Waratah Hills Vineyard, 03 5683 2441
Email: vineyard@waratahhills.com.au
8 April
STONY CREEK RACES – EASTER CARNIVAL RACE DAY
Admission: Adult: $20, Concession: $16 (seniors) $15 (concession),
Child: (17 & under) free when accompanied by an adult
Venue: Stony Creek Racecourse, South Gippsland Hwy, Stony Creek
Contact: Club Office, 03 5664 009
8 April
COAL CREEK EASTER EGG HUNT
Come search the surrounds to find your surprise Easter egg hidden away…
Venue: Coal Creek Community Park, South Gippsland Hwy, Korumburra
Contact: Coal Creek 03 5655 1811
Email: coalcreek1@southgippsland.vic.gov.au
Website: www.coalcreekvillage.com.au
8 April
TIDAL RIVER OPEN SPACE PROJECT – MONTHLY WALK
Lilly Pilly Track – Morning tea provided following the walk Time: 9.30am
Venue: Lilly Pilly car park, Wilson’s Promontory National Park
Contact: Dana, 0427 808 540
Email: dana@blminfo.com.au
Website: http://trosp.tumblr.com/
8 April
KONGWAK MARKET
Time: 10am – 3pm
Venue: Korumburra-Wonthaggi Rd, Kongwak
Contact: Jane, 0417 142 478
8 April
LOCH VILLAGE LIONS MARKET
Time: 8.30am start
Venue: Railway Siding, Loch
Contact: Barry Worsburgh, 0418 500 520
8 April
PORT ALBERT REGATTA MARKET
Venue: Rutters Park, Port Albert (Vic Roads Ref: 366 H11)
Contact: Barb, 03 5183 2649
8 April
PROMONTORY HOME PRODUCE MARKET
Time: 8am to 2pm
Venue: Foster Showgrounds, Station Rd, Foster
Contact: Max Parnell, 03 5682 2654
9 April
TARWIN LOWER CRAFT/TREASURE MARKET
Time: 9am to 2pm
Venue: Tarwin Lower Memorial Hall, Riverside Drv, Tarwin Lower
Contact: John Classon, 03 5663 7505
14 April
SUSTAINABILITY FESTIVAL
Free Entry
- Over 50 stall holders with practical information on energy, food, water, and land management and products. – Speakers Forum: bee keeping, bottling/preserving, solar power, vegie
growing and more. – Home Life Style Expo: free advice for retro fitting your home or building a new home.
- Cheese making demonstrations and electric vehicles on display.
- Children’s activities including petting zoo, face painting, kites, solar boats and more.
Music, entertainment, food and drinks available.
Venue: Coal Creek Community Park, South Gippsland Hwy,
Korumburra
Contact: Coal Creek, 03 5655 1811 Or 03 5662 9314
Website: http://www.coalcreekvillage.com.au
14 April
GRANTVILLE PIRATE FESTIVAL
Come Bobbin’ for Squid, test your Wooden Leg Throwing Skills, Dress up in your finest Pirate outfit, and join a range of pirate games, activities, music, food and entertainment.
Time: 9am to 5pm
Venue: Maru, 1650 Bass Hwy, Grantville
Contact: 03 5678 8548
Website: info@marukoalapark.com.au
14 April
COAL CREEK FARMERS MARKET
Plastic bag free. Time: 8am – 1pm
Venue: Coal Creek Community Park, South Gippsland Hwy,
Korumburra’
Contact: Coal Creek Farmers Market 0459 629 000
Email: farmersmarket@coalcreekvillage.com.au
Website: http://www.coalcreekvillage.com.au
14 April
HIGH TEA
Voted one of the Ten Best High Teas in Victoria by The Age Good Food writer. Enjoy a sophisticated High Tea served on the second Saturday each month
from 3 till 5pm. $49 per person. Why not book a table and enjoy the ambiance!

Bookings please Phone 5678 7787
Time: 3pm to 5pm
Venue: Archie’s on the Creek, 81 Archie’s Creek Road, Archie’s Creek
Contact: Archie’s on the Creek, 03 5678 7787
Email: janice@archiesonthecreek.com.au
Website: http://www.archiesonthecreek.com.au/
14 April
TITANIC ANNIVERSARY DINNER
Step back in time as Archie’s on the Creek recreates the 1st Class 10 course menu served on the Titanic’s maiden voyage 100 years ago. A piece of Titanic Memorabilia will be auctioned on the night. Live music.
Bookings essential
Cost: $95 p/person
Venue: Archie’s on the Creek, 81 Archie’s Creek Road, Archie’s Creek
Contact: Archie’s on the Creek, 03 5678 7787
Website: http://www.archiesonthecreek.com.au/
14 April
TOORA MARKET
Time: 8am – 12.30pm
Venue: Former Bonlac Store, Jetty Rd, Toora
Contact: Jeanette, 5686 2690
15 April
OPEN MIC IN THE SPORTS BAR
Come and hear live music performed by up-coming and established musicians. Free entry
Time: 2pm – 5pm
Venue: Archie’s on the Creek, 81 Archie’s Creek Road, Archie’s Creek
Contact: Archie’s on the Creek, 03 5678 7787
Email: janice@archiesonthecreek.com.au
Website: http://www.archiesonthecreek.com.au/
15 April
INVERLOCH FARMERS MARKET
Fresh food and produce
Time: 8am – 1.00pm
Venue: The Glade, Inverloch
Contact: Peter Arnold, 5664 0096
15 April
KONGWAK MARKET
Time: 10am – 3pm
Venue: Korumburra-Wonthaggi Rd, Kongwak
Contact: Jane, 0417 142 478
15 April
DROUIN’S 6TH ANNUAL ANTIQUES & COLLECTABLES FAIR
Presented by Drouin Lions Club. Antiques, Fine China, Decorative arts, Glass, Australian Pottery and Ceramics, Linen and Lace and loads of interesting collectables. Valuations by David Freeman from 12pm.
Entry $5 including a door prize. Refreshments available.
All profits donated to Childhood Cancer Research Foundation
Venue: Drouin Secondary College, Main Sth Rd Drouin
Website: http://www.drouinlions.org.au
15 April
BIODYNAMIC GARDENS ASSOC. – INTRO FIELD DAY
Learn about the principles of Biodynamics (BD), how to store and use BD preparations, planting and cultivating methods, make a BD compost heap and much more. Tutor: John Bradshaw of “Biodynamic Growing” Early registration is recommended as places are limited.
Cost: $60/$50 p/person or $100/$90 p/couple
Venue: Fish Creek (at a certified BD small farm)
Contact: Jackie, 03 5683 2411, 0437 453 796
Email: bdgrowing@dcsi.net.au
19 April – 5 May
GREAT SOUTHERN PORTRAIT PRIZE 2012
Annual exhibition and competition!
The subject of the portrait must be a Gippsland resident, based on a live sitting, completed in the past 12 months. One entry per artist.
Entry fees: $10 open section, $2 under 16. Forms and fees in by April 13.
Forms can be downloaded from www.promcoastarts.org.au
Gallery Hours: Open daily, 10am to 4pm
Venue: Stockyard Gallery, Cnr. Main & McDonald Streets Foster
Contact: Anda, 03 5687 1206 or Stockyard Gallery 03 5682 1125.
Website: http://www.stockyardgallery.org.au
21 April
SOUTH GIPPSLAND RELAY FOR LIFE
This is one of a series of events throughout the world that raise money for Cancer Research. We would like people to ‘Enter a team, Join a team, become a volunteer or come on the day.
Time: from 3pm Saturday
Venue: Dumbalk Recreation Reserve, Dumbalk
Contact: Oliver, 03 5664 4397
21 April
PROM COUNTRY FARMERS MARKET
Time: 8am to 12noon
Venue: Foster WMAC Hall, Main St, Foster
Contact: Market Manager, 0427 809 509
21 April
RAW VIBES MUSIC CONCERT
Annual Raw Vibes Youth Music Festival – organised by and for the young people of South Gippsland. The festival which features national and local bands is accessible to all
young people and is conducted in an alcohol and drug free environment.
Time: 12noon to 6pm
Venue: Memorial Hall, Cnr. McCartins Street and Michael Place,
Leongatha
22 April
KONGWAK MARKET
Time: 10am – 3pm
Venue: Korumburra-Wonthaggi Rd, Kongwak
Contact: Jane, 0417 142 478
28 April
LOCH VILLAGE BARGAIN HUNT
Venue: Loch Memorial Reserve, Loch Poowong Road, Loch
Contact: http://www.loch.org.au
28 April – 29 April
LEONGATHA SCHOOL CENTENARY REUNION
The Centenary will be celebrated by anyone involved in the Leongatha High School, Leongatha Technical School and Leongatha Secondary College. Free events over the weekend. Gala Centenary Dinner, Great Centenary Concert (these need to be pre booked and a fee is charged).
Giant Centenary Raffle drawn on Sunday afternoon. Book Launch – From Inkwell to Internet – by Dr Elizabeth Roughead and opening of time capsule on Saturday morning. Many other events including a walk around the new complex

Venue: Various locations
Contact: The School, 03 5662 4333 or Vic Rowlands, 03 5662 3335

28 April
MIRBOO NORTH MARKET
Time: 8.30 am – 1.00pm
Venue: Baromi Park, Ridgway, Mirboo North
Contact: Maxine, 5668 2465
29 April
KONGWAK MARKET
Time: 10am – 3pm
Venue: Korumburra-Wonthaggi Rd, Kongwak
Contact: Jane, 0417 142 478
29 April
PORT ALBERT MARKET
5th Sunday of a month. Crafts and Produce
Time: 8am – 1pm
Venue: Mechanics Hall, Victoria Street, Port Albert
(Vic Map Ref: 360 H-11)
Contact: Barb, 03 5183 26

The Orbweavers.
Saturday 14th January, Meeniyan Hall, 8pm
$25/$30
The Orbweavers are Marita Dyson on vocals, guitar and violin, Stuart Flanagan on vocals and guitar, Daniel Aulsebrook on trumpet, Paddy Mann (Grand Salvo) on bass, Jen Sholakis (Laura Jean, Sailor Days) on drums and Stuart Lindsay on koto and organ.
“Their recently released second album, Loom, is a gently hypnotic work of country-tinged alt folk with a gothic underlining that tells the story of landscapes, nature and civilization’s attempts to corral the land for its own use.”
“The Orbweavers have a delicate and subtle sound. I was drifting unfocused through the milky sweetness of Japanese Mountains until Marita Dyson started singing in Japanese and suddenly thought, “Wow, this is lovely.” The muffled horn in Spotswood has a similar effect – it pulls your attention; a glimmering focal point in the gentle waves of the melody. Beautiful” – BEAT MAGAZINE

Tex Perkin’s Band of Gold
Saturday 18th February, Meeniyan Hall, 8pm
$40/$45
Only a month after the latest Dark Horses album Tex Perkins has released Tex Perkins and the Band of Gold – a band and album of the same name, comprising fourteen “solid gold” country music covers by Perkins . Perkins shares vocals on a number of tracks with the delightful Rachael Tidd, whose voice occasionally nudges Tex along, stretching him a touch from that comfortable baritone drawl that we love but already know so well.

Mossvale Park – One Perfect Day
Saturday 17th March, Gates open 12 noon
$60/$70 + $4 booking fee. Under 14 free.
People MUST be a current financial member by the 1st December 2011 to be eligible for member prices to Mossvale.
Nestled into the gently rolling hills of South Gippsland is a veiled park, unseen from the road that takes you from Inverloch on the coast, through Leongatha, past the park and onto Mirboo North and the LaTrobe Valley. The Park is home to massive ancient trees, open lawn spaces and is bordered by a river.     There is a a permanent sound shell in the middle of the lawns beautifully framed by the old trees.
You are welcome to BYO food and drink (NO GLASS) and can also buy from an array of local food, wine, ale and craft vendors in the park on the day.
Car Parking is FREE.
No animals allowed.
The atmosphere is supremely relaxed, bring your own rug or chair.
Dancing will always happen front of stage so if you want to sit undisturbed move back a little.
The park is spacious and there is enough room for those that wish to dance, those that wish to relax under the trees or take walks in the park and along the river.
Children are welcome but PARENTS be aware that children are not to go into the river and it is YOUR responsibility, not ours, to keep them safe.

The Dirty Three (Aust.)
The band comprise Warren Ellis on violin (Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds, Grinderman), Mick Turner (guitar, Cat Power, Bonnie ‘Prince’ Billy) and Jim White (drums, Smog, Cat Power, Bonnie’Prince Billy’). Formed in Melbourne in 1991, this violin led trio has earned an international fanbase through years of relentless touring and spellbinding performances
Charles Bradley and His Extraordinaires (USA)
Howling soul so loud and proud that you’ll think the ghost of James Brown has entered the park. Discovered at the age of 62 by Daptones records, Charles Bradley takes life of hard knocks & leaves it all on the stage for one of the most amazing & soulful performances you’ll ever see.
Eric Bibb and Stefan Astner (USA & Sweden)
With masterful musicianship and trademark velvet voice, Eric Bibb is a Grammy nominee who has sailed into the hearts of blues and roots fans worldwide. In duo mode, Eric will be accompanied by beautiful Swedish guitarist Stefan Astner (Celine Dion) who is also featured on a new live CD, Troubadour live.
The Bamboos (Aust.)
The Bamboos are generally acknowledged as Australia’s greatest modern Funk & Soul band. Emerging from the ‘Deep Funk’ scene of the early 2000’s, The Bamboos have since forged a unique sound of their own, combining elements of Old-School Funk, Hip Hop, Mod Rock, Psychedelic & Northern Soul. The 8-piece line-up led by guitarist Lance Ferguson and featuring the power-house vocals of Kylie Auldist are renowned for their blistering, high energy live sets which have kept people dancing all the way from Byron Bay to Bratislava. Their four studio albums and one live album for U.K label Tru Thoughts have earned them a place in the very upper echelon of the worldwide contemporary Funk & Soul scene.
Ben Sollee (USA)
Ben is a genre-bending cellist and vocalist known for his percussive playing style, genre hopping songwriting, wide appeal, and political activism. His music incorporates banjo, guitar, percussion and unusual cello techniques to create a unique mix of folk, bluegrass, jazz and R&B. Ben Sollee seeks to intertwine his music with art and life.
 Krystle Warren (USA)
“Warren’s voice is an extraordinary instrument, murmuring with tenderness at times, growling with intensity at others. It vividly recalls Nina Simone in its depth and smokiness, as well as John Martyn and (Jeff) Buckley in terms of virtuosic variety.” – The Guardian
Sal Kimber & The Rollin’ Wheel (Aust.)
Described by Rolling Stone as “Australiana-soaked alt-country at its finest”, Sal Kimber & The Rollin’ Wheel have been winning hearts at shows and festivals around the country. Their self-titled album, which showcases Kimber’s award-winning songwriting and the band’s skillful musicianship, was met with an overwhelming response upon its release this October.
AHAB (UK)
Cited as the best thing since Mumford & Sons, we are delighted to present Ahab – a band destined for great things.  With their gorgeous melodies, soaring harmonies and masterful songwriting, this is a band we are truly excited about.
Liz Stringer & Van Walker (Aust)
Both Liz and Van have played Mossvale Park before, Elementary that  Melbourne’s finest singer songwriters should return to this our tenth anniversary  at Mossvale Park. We are delighted that Liz and Van will be sharing the stage together……..something not to be missed!

Steve Earle
Wednesday 28th March, Meeniyan Hall, 8pm
$60/$65

We have enjoyed Justin Townes Earle on his first tour to Australia and every tour since. We are very excited to have him back again in 2012, read below. We have always hoped to get his Dad, Steve Earle, to come to Meeniyan, and even though we have never done a mid-week gig before, this is so special, we just have to. It is the only date he has available.
Singer-songwriter, actor, author, political activist, producer – Steve Earle is one of life’s great troubadours! He hasn’t wandered this way for a number of years, in fact, it’s been three albums & and three Grammy Awards since we saw him last. A protégé of legendary songwriters Townes Van Zandt and Guy Clark, Steve Earle quickly became a master storyteller in his own right, with his songs being recorded by Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, Emmylou Harris, Waylon Jennings, Travis Tritt, The Pretenders, Joan Baez and countless others.

Justin Townes Earle
Thursday 5th April, Meeniyan Hall, 8pm
$45/$50
Young guitar-wielding, globetrotting Americana exponent Justin Townes Earle may well be one of the hardest working troubadours on the world stage today, but he sure has built up a mutual love affair with Australia and our people. We love the hell out of him, and, well, his impending tour this April will be his fifth visit to our shores since he first wowed punters and critics alike on his first foray at the tail-end of 2008, so the feeling is obviously reciprocated. Just ask the man himself, he recently offered of Australia:
“It’s my favourite place to tour on earth without question. It’s very intriguing, and the women are very beautiful, tall and sensual. It’s awesome. It reminds me of Dr Seuss and I like that.”
Strange but fair. For those yet to experience the live sensation that is Justin Townes Earle, you’re sure in for a treat. The lanky, tattooed man and his music drip with charisma and authenticity, seeming to channel the spirit of long-forgotten country and blues icons such as Lightnin’ Hopkins and Buck Owens, but filtering them through a modern sensibility that broadens his appeal to all and sundry, not just purveyors of the old school. Hell, celebrated country outlaw Steve Earle is his dad and he’s named after his legendary godfather Townes Van Zandt, you can’t get much better lineage than that in this business.

TICKETS:
Gecko Studio Gallery, Fish Creek    Main Street Revelations, Foster     Duck Hut,  Meeniyan   Dear Antiques (NEW)Leongatha (next to Terry White Chemists)

By Phone: 5664 9239              Via email: lyrebirdarts@hotmail.com

Payment for tickets purchased by phone or email are via a deposit into our bank account.

Tickets for Mossvale Park can be made as per the list above and also at:  Continental Drift,  Mirboo North  Leading Edge Music,Wonthaggi

All tickets purchased at ticket outlets are by CASH only.

TICKETS TO MOSSVALE PARK ONLY ARE AVAILABLE ONLINE VIA OZTIX. Such ticket purchases can be made with a Credit Card

2 November — 20 December
FOOTPRINTS: THE JOURNEY OF LUCY AND PERCY PEPPER
This special exhibition and accompanying book is a fascinating search through public and family records that trace the lives of one Aboriginal family in the first half of the twentieth century. Footprints explores the different places the Pepper family lived along with extraordinary details about the events of their lives, their resilience in the face of adversity, and the strong family connections they fiercely protected despite government policies that aimed to separate so called ‘half-caste’ Aboriginal people from their full-blood family relations.
Featuring information panels and a short film, Footprints also illustrates how Aboriginal people can retrace the steps of their ancestors through public records, and in the case of the Stolen Generations, reconnect with families and communities.
Gallery Open: Daily, 9am to 4.30pm
Venue: Coal Creek Community Gallery, South Gippsland Hwy, Korumburra
Contact: Coal Creek, 5655 1811
Website: http://www.coalcreekvillage.com.au

5 November — 2 December
RICARDO ALVES FERREIRA — EXHIBITION
“Bijouterie”
Opening November 5th
Venue: Archies On The Creek, 81 Archies Creek Rd, Archies Creek
Contact: Archies On The Creek, 03 5678 7787
Website: http://www.archiesonthecreek.com.au  

20 November — 17 December
SNAPP – EXHIBITION
Mobile phone and camera art by six artists.
Jane Power, Warren Reed, Rick Rutjens, Kerry Spokes, Colin Suggett, Abigail Van Rooyen.
Opening: Sunday 20th November from 2pm to 5pm.
Gallery Hours: Open Thursday to Monday (Closed Tues, Wed).
Open 7 days mid Dec – end Jan
Venue: Gecko Studio Gallery, 15 Falls Rd, Fish Creek
Contact: Gecko Studio Gallery, 03 5683 2481
Website: http://www.geckostudiogallery.com.au/

24 November — 13 December
GRAEME MYRTEZA — GIPPSLAND GUMS
Thorpdale artist, Graeme Myrtezas beautiful landscapes will be on show in Gippsland Gums, beginning Thursday 24th November. His traditional oil paintings are of gum trees and farming land, inspired mainly by Dargo High Plains country.
For a sneak preview of Graeme’s work go to http://www.stockyardgallery.org.au/current-exhibition
Gallery Hours: Open daily, 10am to 4pm – (except Christmas Day and Boxing Day)
Venue: Stockyard Gallery, Cnr. Main & McDonald Streets Foster
Contact: Stockyard Gallery, 03 5682 1125
Website: http://www.stockyardgallery.org.au

26 November — 22 December
TEATRO MAGICO — EXHIBITION
South Gippsland performance arts – exhibition of costumes by local dance and theater companies.
Gallery Hours: Weekdays: 10am to 4pm (Closed Tues), Weekends: 11am to 5pm
Venue: Meeniyan Art Gallery, Whitelaw St, Meeniyan
Contact: Meeniyan Art Gallery, 5664 0101
Website: http://meeniyanartgallery.org.au

1 December — 3 January
THIS MEMORY — EXHIBITION
This Memory – an exhibition of works on paper by Jenny Peterson. December 1 to January 3, opening Saturday December 3, 2 – 4pm.
Gallery Hours: Open 10am to 4pm daily (Closed Wednesdays).
Venue: Courthouse Gallery, 122 Commercial Road, Yarram
Contact: Yarram Courthouse Gallery, 03 5182 6553
Email: courthousegalleryyarram@gmail.com
Website: http://www.yarramchgallery.blogspot.com

2 December
PROM COAST FILM SOCIETY — THE KING’S SPEECH
Prom Coast Film Society Next screening – Friday 2nd December at 8pm. The Kings Speech 2010. UK – Drama/History, rated M.
The rules governing Victorian Film Societies allow only subscriptions, rather than charging for individual films and the Prom Coast Film Society will be offering annual, six month and three month membership subscriptions. To make it a very social night Windy Ridge Winery will have wine by the glass to purchase and supper will be available after the screening. Further details about the Prom Coast Film Society can be found at the FAMDA website www.famda.org.au.
Annual Subs – $75, 3 months – $28.
Venue: Fish Creek Memorial Hall, 13 Falls Road Fish Creek
Contact: Catherine McGlead, 0407 543 371
Email: famda@dcsi.net.au
Website: http://www.famda.org.au

2 December
BARGAINS GALORE + GIANT BOOK & TOY SALE
All books and toys brand new and half price.
2pm to 6pm
Venue: Foster Uniting Church, Station Road, Foster

3 December
GIANT GARAGE SALE
Household goods, gifts, bargains, morning tea – something for everyone!
9am to 1pm
Venue: Foster Uniting Church, Station Road, Foster

3 December
MEENIYAN TOWN TAVERN NIGHT
Our final night for the year. Features The Meeniyan Ecumenical Choir, Turning Point, Bush Poet Mike Cleeland, Danny & Barb plus a host more great entertainers.
BYO drinks, nibbles and glasses.  Free tea and coffee
Bookings very helpful.
Starting at 8 pm
Venue: Meeniyan Hall, Whitelaw St, Meeniyan
Contact: Eric 03 5664 7376
Email: jazzbo@dcsi.net.au

3 December
INVERLOCH BEACH FESTIVAL — INTERNATIONAL DAY OF PEOPLE WITH DISABILITY
Everyone welcome! A day of free activities on the beach including, Sand Sculpting, Sailability, Kiting, Dinosaur Discovery, Rock Pooling, Kayaking, Beach Volleyball, Windsurfing and Surfing.
Inverloch Main Surf Beach, 10am – 12pm: Surfing, Sand Sculpting, Kiting, Beach Volleyball and Dinosaur Discovery.
12pm – 1pm: Lunch – Limited catering by Yooralla, Presentations & Awards and Live Music.
Angling Club Inlet Beach, 1pm – 3pm: Sailability, Windsurfing, Kayaking and Kiting.
Rotary Park Inlet Beach, 1pm – 3pm: Fishing and Rock Pooling
Some all terrain wheelchairs will be available on the day.
Register by Friday 25 November
Bass Coast Shire Council – Lisa Pettinella, 1300 BCOAST (226 278)
National Relay Service – 133 677 for people who have communication difficulties.
Venue: Inverloch beaches
Contact: Lisa Pettinella, 1300 226 278
Email: ruralaccess@basscoast.vic.gov.au

3 December
MOVIES UNDER THE STARS
Featuring the Zookeeper
7.00 for 8.30 pm start
Family ticket $20
Concession $8
Child under 12 $5
BYO rugs & chairs
No alcohol

Venue: Korumburra Showgrounds, South Gippsland Highway, Korumburra
Contact: Auddino First National, 03 5658 1007

3 December
STONY CREEK RACES — CHRISTMAS PARTY

Stony Creek’s pre Christmas meeting is a great day out, whether it’s for the work break-up or a family day out, all bases are covered.
The programme features special entertainment for children including our permanent playground, face painting and a special Christmas appearance from Santa Claus.
Time: Open from 11.30am
Admission: Adult: $15, Concession: $10, Children: Free 17 & under when accompanied by an adult, Pensioner: $12
Venue: Stony Creek Racecourse, club office
Contact: 03 5664 0099
Email: enquires@scrc.com.au
Website: http://stonycreek.countryracing.com.au

3 December
CHRISTMAS IN KORUMBURRA — FAMILY FUN DAY
On stage 9am to 12 noon – photo with Santa
12 noon to 2.30pm – Music on stage
Games Galore – Christmas Carols
Christmas cakes – Puddings – Fairy Floss
Christmas Showbags – Jumping Castle – Balloons.
Prize vouchers for: Best Christmas decorated business and home. Prizes for the children: Best dressed as a Christmas theme, best handmade Christmas stocking, colouring competition.
Radio 80′s – 87.6 Live Broadcast
South Gippsland Tourist Railway Train Deal.
Venue: Top of Commercial Street Shops (top of Kelly’s Bakery – Aust. Post Carpark), Korumburra
Contact:  Korumburra Business Association, (03) 5655 1021

3 December — 4 December
GOOSENECK POTTERY KILN OPENING AND CHRISTMAS EXHIBITION
Pots from the latest firing, Throwing demonstrations – 11am and 2.30pm. Inspect the kiln and workshop, kiln talk at 12.30, wine and cheese.
Opening Hours: 10.30am to 5pm Weekends, public holidays and most weekdays (phone first weekdays). Closed Tuesdays and during August.
Venue: Gooseneck Pottery, 60 Kardella Rd, Kardella
Contact: 03 5655 2405
Email: gooseneckpottery@dcsi.net.au
Website: http://www.gooseneckpottery.com.au

3 December — 4 December
VENUS BAY LIFE SAVING CLUB — 50 YEARS CELEBRATIONS
Venus Bay Surf Life Saving Club is 50 years old and will be holding a reunion on the first weekend in December 2011.
A cocktail party will be held on Saturday evening commencing at 7pm. Costs $60 per head. Bookings essential

Venue: Venus Bay Surf Life Saving Club, Surf Parade, Venus Bay
Contact: 0425 858 834
Email: 50years@vbsls,org.au

3 December
SOUTH GIPPSLAND FARMERS MARKET
Starting at 8.30am and finishing around 1pm
Venue: Koonwarra Memorial Park, Koala Drive, Koonwarra
Contact: Rod, 0408 619 182
Website: www.koonwarra.vic.au

4 December
SUMMER PIZZA DAYS

Relax in the vineyard to enjoy Sicilian style wood-fired pizzas made to your order, listen to live guitar music of old favourites, and smell the glorious roses at Lyre Bird Hill Winery.
Time: 12 noon to 5pm
Venue: Lyrebird Hill Winery, Koonwarra-Inverloch Rd, Koonwarra
Contact: 03 5664 3204. Email: rowen@lyrebirdhill.com.au
Website: http://www.lyrebirdhill.com.au

4 December
KONGWAK MARKET
10am – 3pm
Venue: Korumburra-Wonthaggi Rd, Kongwak
Contact: Jane, 0417 142 478

4 December
JUMBUNNA BUSH MARKET
Time: 9am – 1pm
Venue: The Main Hall, Jumbunna
Contact: Dawn Wylie, 03 5657 3253

10 December
COAL CREEK HISTORIC GHOST TOURS
Come and discover the darker side of local history. Be guided through the haunting atmosphere and listen to stories about Coal Creek’s ghosts.
The tours are not suitable for children under 12. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
The 2 hour tour costs $25 per person, no concessions. Light supper is included.
Tour times: 8.30pm to 10.30pm.
Tours must be pre-booked and pre-paid. Groups welcome; maximum 20 persons.
For further details visit the Coal Creek Website Events page. For bookings contact Coal Creek.
Venue: Coal Creek Community Park & Museum, South Gippsland Hwy, Korumburra
Contact: Coal Creek, 5655 1811
Email: coalcreek1@southgippsland.vic.gov.au
Website: http://www.coalcreekvillage.com.au

10 December — 11 December
GOOSENECK POTTERY KILN OPENING AND CHRISTMAS EXHIBITION
Pots from the latest firing, Throwing demonstrations – 11am and 2.30pm. Inspect the kiln and workshop, kiln talk at 12.30, wine and cheese.
Opening Hours: 10.30am to 5pm Weekends, public holidays and most weekdays (phone first weekdays). Closed Tuesdays and during August.
Venue: Gooseneck Pottery, 60 Kardella Rd, Kardella
Contact: 03 5655 2405
Email: gooseneckpottery@dcsi.net.au
Website: http://www.gooseneckpottery.com.au

10 December — 31 January
BACK TO BACK — ANNUAL EXHIBITION OF THE GOLD & SILVERSMITHS GUILD OF AUSTRALIA
The Gold & Silversmiths Guild of Australia holds an Annual exhibiton every year at The Goldsmith’s Gallery in San Remo. Some of the finest jewellery, artisans and goldsmiths from around Australia are members of the Guild. The theme this year is ‘Back to Back’, it is up to the member to create a piece of jewellery that has some reference to the title of the exhibiton as well as send 5 other examples of their work for display and sale.
The Gallery is open from Wednesday to Saturday in off peak and usually open every day over the Christmas holidays. 10am-5.30pm.
Official Champagne Opening on the 10th of December at 2pm
Venue: Bridgewater Arcade, 157-159 Marine Parade, San Remo
Contact: 03 5678 5788
Email: bpratt@bepgold.com.au
Website: http://www.goldsmithsgallery.com.au

10 December
MIRBOO NORTH MARKET
8.30am-1pm
Venue: Baromi Park, Main St, Mirboo North
Contact: Maxine, 03 5668 2465

10 December
COAL CREEK FARMERS MARKET
Coal Creek is a local community Farmers’ Market that will be: for genuine producers only (no on-sellers), plastic bag free, and accredited by the Victorian Farmers Market Assoctation.
Time: 8am – 1pm
Venue: Coal Creek Community Park & Museum, South Gippsland Hwy, Korumburra
Contact: Coal Creek Farmers Market 0459 629 000
Email: farmersmarket@coalcreekvillage.com.au
Website: http://www.coalcreekvillage.com.au

10 December
TOORA MARKET
8am – 12.30pm
Venue: Former Bonlac Store, Jetty Rd, Toora
Contact: Jeanette, 5686 2690

11 December
TIDAL RIVER OPEN SPACE PROJECT DECEMBER WALK
The Tidal River Open Space Project (TROSP) is a community based initiative in partnership with Parks Victoria. The purpose of the project is to design and construct an integrated open space at Wilson’s Promontory National Park on the site of the current playground in Tidal River.
TROSP social walks are held on the second Sunday of every month. Anyone welcome. Morning tea provided after the walk.
9.30am start
This walk will be from Squeaky Beach to Picnic Bay.
Where: Meet at the Squeaky Beach Car Park
Contact: Dana Hughes, 0427 808 540
Email: dana@danahughes.com.au
Website: http://www.trosp.tumblr.com/

11 December
SUMMER PIZZA DAYS
Relax in the vineyard to enjoy Sicilian style wood-fired pizzas made to your order, listen to live guitar music of old favourites, and smell the glorious roses at Lyre Bird Hill Winery.
Time: 12 noon to 5pm
Venue: Lyrebird Hill Winery, Koonwarra-Inverloch Rd, Koonwarra
Contact: 03 5664 3204. Email: rowen@lyrebirdhill.com.au
Website: http://www.lyrebirdhill.com.au

11 December — 29 January
SCULPTURE IN THE VINEYARD
Sculpture in the Vineyard is a collection of works by Gippsland artists in various mediums, principally outdoors. Following the warm reception for the sculpture exhibition last summer, Gippsland artists have welcomed the opportunity to exhibit new works. The works of various material are situated around the vineyard, the waterholes, the orchard and the gardens of Lyre Bird Hill, enticing visitors to wander, consider, maybe purchase, and enjoy the idyllic surrounds.
Time: Open daily, 10am to 5pm
Venue: Lyrebird Hill Winery, Koonwarra-Inverloch Rd, Koonwarra
Contact: 03 5664 3204. Email: rowen@lyrebirdhill.com.au
Website: http://www.lyrebirdhill.com.au  

11 December
KONGWAK MARKET
Time: 10am – 3pm
Venue: Korumburra – Wonthaggi Road, Kongwak
Contact: Jane 0417 142 478

11 December
PROMONTORY HOME/PRODUCE MARKET
Time: 8am to 2pm
Venue: Foster Showgrounds, Station Rd, Foster
Contact: Juneen, 0427 809 509

11 December
LOCH LIONS VILLAGE MARKET
Stallholders welcome
A project of the Lions Club of Strzelecki Inc.
Time: 8.30am start
Venue: Railway Siding, Loch
Contact: Barry Worsburgh, 0418 500 520
15 December — 3 January
“COLLECTIVE” — ANNUAL VOLUNTEERS EXHIBITION
Stockyard Gallerys fabulous volunteers showcase their awesome talents in the annual volunteer exhibition.
Volunteers wishing to enter work in the exhibition should bring the work with a completed Inwards Register form to the gallery by Monday 2nd December.
Gallery Hours: Open daily, 10am to 4pm – (except Christmas Day and Boxing Day)
Venue: Stockyard Gallery, Cnr. Main & McDonald Streets Foster
Contact: Stockyard Gallery, 03 5682 1125
Website: http://www.stockyardgallery.org.au

16 December
CAROLS AT COAL CREEK
Carols starting at 7.30pm
Venue: Coal Creek Community Gallery, South Gippsland Hwy, Korumburra
Contact: Coal Creek, 5655 1811
Website: http://www.coalcreekvillage.com.au

16 December
CHRISTMAS PARTY
Hosted by Meeniyan Dumbalk United
Starting at 6pm
Free Jumping castle and face painting. Live music by Geoff ‘Dog’ Sparks
BBQ Dinner, Bar open for drinks
BYO chair
An appearance of Santa!
Venue: Meeniyan Recreation Reserve, Hanily St (Nerrena-Meeniyan Rd) Meeniyan

17 December
AN INTIMATE EVENING WITH COLIN HAY
As frontman and principle songwriter for eighties hit machine Men at Work, Colin Hay is responsible for one of the most identifiable sounds in pop music.
He may be best known as the lead singer for Men At Work but he feels that his new album is the best he’s ever done.
Bookings: Phone 5664 9239 or email lyrebirdarts@hotmail.com
Tickets: $40/$45
Venue: Meeniyan Hall, Whitelaw St, Meeniyan
Contact: 03 5664 9239
Email: lyrebirdarts@hotmail.com
Website: http://www.lyrebirdartscouncil.com.au/

17 December
PROM COUNTRY FARMERS MARKET
Time: 8am -12noon
Venue: Foster War Memorial Arts Centre, Main Street, Foster
Contact: Juneen Schulz, 0427 809 509

18 December — 21 January
“QUIET DOWN” — EXHIBITION
New paper and glass works by Sarah Dingwall. December 18 to January 21. Opening Sunday December 18 from 2 – 5pm.
Gallery Hours: Open 7 days mid Dec – end Jan, 10 am to 5pm. Other: Open Thursday to Monday (Closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays).
Venue: Gecko Studio Gallery, 15 Falls Rd, Fish Creek
Contact: Gecko Studio Gallery, 03 5683 2481
Website: http://www.geckostudiogallery.com.au/

18 December
KONGWAK MARKET
Time: 10am – 3pm
Venue: Korumburra – Wonthaggi Road, Kongwak
Contact: Jane, 0417 142 478

18 December
INVERLOCH FARMERS MARKET
Fresh Food and Produce
Time: 8am – 1pm
Venue: The Glade, Inverloch
Contact: Peter Arnold, 03 5664 0096

27 December
SUMMER PIZZA DAYS
Relax in the vineyard to enjoy Sicilian style wood-fired pizzas made to your order, listen to live guitar music of old favourites, and smell the glorious roses at Lyre Bird Hill Winery.
Time: 12 noon to 5pm
Venue: Lyrebird Hill Winery, Koonwarra-Inverloch Rd, Koonwarra
Contact: 03 5664 3204. Email: rowen@lyrebirdhill.com.au
Website: http://www.lyrebirdhill.com.au

27 December
NYORA SPEEDBOWL SPRINTCARS
5pm start
ALLSTAR SPRINTCARS, Grand in the Hand for V8 Dirt Modifieds, Geoff Moule Memorial for Victorian Mini Sprints, Open Sedans
Venue: Grundy Ave, Nyora
Website: http://www.nyoraspeedbowl.org.au

31 December
NEW YEARS EVE FIREWORKS
A range of fun events and fireworks for all.
Gates open at 5.30
Costs $25 Adults
$10 children
Venue: Alberton West Recreation Ground, Alberton West

Looking to have fun in South Gippsland during spring then have a look at the Prom Country Events Brochure so that you do not miss out on all that is happening in glorious Gippsland.

South Gippsland Events
September 2011

28 December 2010—17 September 2011
CREAM AFTER GOLD EXHIBITION
The Foster and District Historical Society invites: All members and friends to our exhibition CREAM AFTER GOLD.
Museum open: Sundays 11am to 4pm. Daily during Victorian school holidays.
Venue: Foster Museum, Main Street Foster

21 August — 17 September
ROOT AND BRANCH
The Trees of Brown Valley
by Malcolm Pettigrove
Opens Sunday 21st August at 2pm
Gallery Hours: Open Thursday to Monday (closed Tues, Wed), 10am to 5pm
Venue: Gecko Studio Gallery, 15 Falls Rd, Fish Creek
Contact: Gecko Studio Gallery,  03 5683 2481
Email: framing@geckostudiogallery.com.au
Website: www.geckostudiogallery.com.au

27 August — 18 September
WELCOMING SPRING
Major Art Exhibition by Di and John Koenders.
Gallery Hours: Daily, 10am to 5pm (including all public holidays)
Venue: Mayfield Gallery, Fairbank Rd, Arawata
Contact: Mayfield Gallery, 03 5659 8262
Website: http://www.mayfieldgallery.com.au

27 August — 22 September
PAT DALE FISHY BASKETS
An exhibition of sculptured baskets. Memories are a strong influence in these works.
Gallery Hours: Weekdays, 10am to 4pm (Closed Tuesdays), Weekends, 11am to 5pm
Venue: Meeniyan Art Gallery, 84 Whitelaw St, Meeniyan
Contact: Meeniyan Art Gallery, 03 5664 0101
Website: http://www.meeniyanartgallery.com.au

1 September — 27 September
HERE AND THERE
Fish Creek Art Group presents a diverse selection of works from more than twenty of its members.
You are warmly invited to the opening on Friday 2nd September at 5pm.
Gallery Hours: Open daily, 10am to 4pm
Venue: Stockyard Gallery, Cnr. Main & McDonald Streets Foster
Contact: Stockyard Gallery, 03 5682 1125
Website: http://www.stockyardgallery.org.au

1 September
COMMUNITY CAFE — TOORA
The Community Cafe is a joint initiative of Yooralla, Foster & District Community House and South Gippsland Hospital and operates twice a month in Corner Inlet.
Bookings essential.
Open: 12.30 to 2pm
Venue: Toora Hall, Gray Street, Toora
Contact: Chris, 5683 9780

3 September — 21 September
QUILT ‘N’ SHOW
View the fine handmade quilts. Most are for sale.
Gallery hours: Daily, 10am to 4.30pm
Venue: Coal Creek Community Park & Museum, South Gippsland Hwy, Korumburra
Contact: Coal Creek, 03 5655 1811
Website: http://www.coalcreekvillage.com.au

3 September
KOONWARRA STORE — CONVIVIAL DINNER
Starting at 7pm
3 Course Dinner $60 per person
Please phone 03 5664 2285 to book
Venue: Koonwarra Store, South Gippsland Hwy, Koonwarra
Contact: Koonwarra Store, 03 5664 2285
Email: store@koonwarra.com.au

3 September
WILDFLOWER GUIDED TOURS — WILSON’S PROMONTORY
Rangers from Parks Victoria will be running a series of free guided tours to see the wildflowers on Wilson’s Promontory National Park.
Bookings essential.
Time: 2pm to 4pm
Venue: Wilson’s Promontory National Park, Yanakie
Contact: Parks Victoria, 13 19 63

3 September
MEENIYAN GOLF CLUB TRIVIA NIGHT
Have some fun at the Trivia night. BYO nibbles. Drinks at bar prices.
Costs $10 ticket
Venue: Meeniyan Golf Club, Promontory Road, Meeniyan
Contact: Denise Poletti, 03 5664 7490

3 September
A NIGHT AT THE PROMS
Browns Cows Orchestra will present “A Night at the Proms” under the baton of local music legend Craig Marinus with special guest Sue Bradley of the Melbourne Tuba Quartet.
Commences at 7.30 pm
Costs $15 Supper available.
Venue: Mesley Hall, Leongatha
Contact: Em Barton, 03 5655 1767
Email: sgwindorch@vic.chariot.net.au

3 September
SOUTH GIPPSLAND FARMERS MARKET
Starting at 8.30am and finishing around 1pm
Venue: Koonwarra Memorial Park, Koala Drive, Koonwarra
Contact: Rod, 0408 619 182
Website: www.koonwarra.vic.au

4 September
FATHERS DAY SWAP MEET
Auto Parts, Bric-a-Brac, Car Boot and much more…..
Sellers: 6am
Buyers: 7am
Selling Sites: $20
Admission: $3 per person
Canteen with light refreshments available. All proceeds go to local community groups.
Venue: Nyora Recreation Reserve, Grundy Ave, Nyora
Contact: Daryl, 03 5659 6408 or John 03 5659 6217

4 September
WILDFLOWER GUIDED TOURS — WILSON’S PROMONTORY
Rangers from Parks Victoria will be running a series of free guided tours to see the wildflowers on Wilson’s Promontory National Park.
Bookings essential.
Time: 2pm to 4pm
Venue: Wilson’s Promontory National Park, Yanakie
Contact: Parks Victoria, 13 19 63

4 September
KONGWAK MARKET
10am – 3pm
Venue: Korumburra-Wonthaggi Rd, Kongwak
Contact: Jane, 0417 142 478

4 September
JUMBUNNA BUSH MARKET
Time: 9am – 1pm
Venue: The Main Hall, Jumbunna
Contact: Dawn Wylie, 03 5657 3253

7 September
VISIONARY ART THERAPY — WORKSHOP
Celebrating MENTAL HEALTH WEEK
Workshops available to help produce and prepare art for the Stockyard Gallerys’ Exhibition BEYOND THE MINDS EYE.
Imagine your future. You are much more than you think you are.
FREE Workshops – donations welcome.
Bookings: Foster and District Community House. Phone 03 5682 1101 Monday to Friday or email fosterdchlc@dcsi.net.au
Time: 12.30pm – 2.30pm
Venue: Foster and District Community House, Station Rd, Foster
Contact: Carlene Hurst, 03 5682 2088

10 September
COAL CREEK HISTORIC GHOST TOURS
Come and discover the darker side of local history. Be guided through the haunting atmosphere and listen to
stories about Coal Creek’s ghosts.
The tours are not suitable for children under 12. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
The 2 hour tour costs $25 per person, no concessions. Light supper is included.
Tour times 7.30pm to 9.30pm and during day light saving months 8.30pm to 10.30pm.
Tours must be pre-booked and pre-paid. Groups welcome; maximum 20 persons.
For further details visit the Coal Creek Website Events page. For bookings contact Coal Creek.
Venue: Coal Creek Community Park & Museum, South Gippsland Hwy, Korumburra
Contact: Coal Creek, 5655 1811
Email: coalcreek1@southgippsland.vic.gov.au
Website: http://www.coalcreekvillage.com.au

10 September
COAL CREEK FARMERS MARKET
Coal Creek is a local community Farmers’ Market that will be: for genuine producers only (no on-sellers), plastic bag free, and accredited by the Victorian Farmers Market Assoctation.
Time: 8am – 1pm
Venue: Coal Creek Community Park & Museum, South Gippsland Hwy, Korumburra
Contact: Coal Creek Farmers Market 0459 629 000
Email: farmersmarket@coalcreekvillage.com.au
Website: http://www.coalcreekvillage.com.au

10 September
TOORA MARKET
8am – 12.30pm
Venue: Former Bonlac Store, Jetty Rd, Toora
Contact: Joyce, 5688 1237

11 September
TIDAL RIVER OPEN SPACE PROJECT — SPECIAL WALK
Members of TROSP invite interested persons to join us this month at Tidal River, Wilson Promontory National Park. This is a unique opportunity to see and learn about the effects of the recent weather on the area and the rebuild process.
This months walk has specific guidelines:
- We will leave the Park Entrance (Stockyard Camp) at 9.30am
- To reduce the number of cars traveling into the park we will need to car pool
- We will have a guided tour by Ranger Don Rogers
Note: No late vehicles will be permitted past the road block, we are requested to stay together and walkers are required to exit Tidal River after our morning tea. Morning tea provided.
Contact: Dana: dana@blminfo.com.au

11 September
MELBOURNE WELSH MALE VOICE CHOIR
This choir will entertain South Gippsland residents.
The choir was formed in 1984 and since then it has grown from a small group of enthusiastic singers into one of Australia’s most acclaimed male choirs with an on-stage strength of more than 60 choristers.
Further details about the choir can be viewed on the choirs website: http://www.melbournewelshchoir.com.au/indexx.html
Costs $25 Tickets at the door.
Venue: Meeniyan Town Hall, Whitelaw Street, Meeniyan

11 September
KONGWAK MARKET
Time: 10am – 3pm
Venue: Korumburra – Wonthaggi Road, Kongwak
Contact: Jane 0417 142 478

11 September
LOCH PUBLIC HALL WINTER MARKET
Time: 9am to 1pm
Venue: Loch Public Hall, Smith St, Loch
Contact: Jennie Kennedy, 03 5659 4305

13 September
MANDELA ART — WORKSHOP
Celebrating MENTAL HEALTH WEEK
Workshops available to help produce and prepare art for the Stockyard Gallerys’ Exhibition BEYOND THE MINDS EYE.
Meditate and Create. Improve your moods and learn balance.
FREE Workshops – donations welcome.
Bookings: Foster and District Community House. Phone 03 5682 1101 Monday to Friday or email fosterdchlc@dcsi.net.au
Time: 12.30pm – 2.30pm
Venue: Foster and District Community House, Station Rd, Foster
Contact: Carlene Hurst, 03 5682 2088

15 September
COMMUNITY CAFE — FOSTER
The Community Cafe is a joint initiative of Yooralla, Foster & District Community House and South Gippsland Hospital and operates twice a month in Corner Inlet.
Bookings essential.
Open: 12.30 to 2pm
Venue: Foster War Memorial Arts Centre, Main St, Foster
Contact: Chris, 5683 9780

17 September — 18 September
SING SOUTH GIPPSLAND
The Prom Coast Singers will be hosting a choral festival which will include workshops by Stephen Leek, internationally renowned composer. It will give choirs the opportunity to get together for an inspired weekend of singing. Special sessions for young singers. Even if you do not belong to a choir you are most welcome to attend.
Registrations required.
Venue: Foster War Memorial Arts Centre, Main St, Foster
Contact: Andrew Jamieson, 03 5683 2683
Email: acjammo@ozemail.com.au
Website: http://www.famda.org.au

17 September
WILDFLOWER GUIDED TOURS — WILSON’S PROMONTORY
Rangers from Parks Victoria will be running a series of free guided tours to see the wildflowers on Wilson’s Promontory National Park.
Bookings essential.
Time: 2pm to 4pm
Venue: Wilson’s Promontory National Park, Yanakie
Contact: Parks Victoria, 13 19 63

17 September
VOCAL NOSH
Community singing in the Grainstore.  All welcome
Cost: $5  BYO plate to share
Time: 4.45 pm – 7.30 pm
Venue: Grainstore, Ridgway, Mirboo North
Contact: Betty 03 56347692

17 September
PROM COUNTRY FARMERS MARKET
Time: 8am -12noon
Venue: Foster War Memorial Arts Centre, Main St, Foster
Contact: Juneen Schulz, 0427 809 509

18 September
COAL CREEK — PIRATES DAY
Another fun packed day for the family at Coal Creek Community Park & Museum.
Hunt for treasure!, Family Games!, Best Dressed Pirate! and Roving Pirate!
Arrh me hearties come join the fun!
Gold coin donation for treasure map – no booking necessary.
Times: 10.30am – 3.30pm
Hunt for treasure: 10.30am to 3pm
Best Dressed Competition 12 years and under and open age: 12.30pm
Family Games: 1pm
Venue: Coal Creek Community Park & Museum, South Gippsland Hwy, Korumburra
Contact: Coal Creek, 5655 1811
Email: coalcreek1@southgippsland.vic.gov.au
Website: http://www.coalcreekvillage.com.au

18 September
WILDFLOWER GUIDED TOURS — WILSON’S PROMONTORY
Rangers from Parks Victoria will be running a series of free guided tours to see the wildflowers on Wilson’s Promontory National Park.
Bookings essential.
Time: 2pm to 4pm
Venue: Wilson’s Promontory National Park, Yanakie
Contact: Parks Victoria, 13 19 63

18 September
KONGWAK MARKET
Time: 10am – 3pm
Venue: Korumburra – Wonthaggi Road, Kongwak
Contact: Jane, 0417 142 478

18 September
INVERLOCH FARMERS MARKET
Fresh Food and Produce
Time: 8am – 1pm
Venue: The Glade, Inverloch
Contact: Peter Arnold, 03 5664 0096

24 September
LOCH VILLAGE ANTIQUE FAIR
Loch Arts Council invites you to browse the display of antiques
Costs: $5 adult, $3 Concession, Children free
Time: 9 am – 5 pm
Venue: Loch Public Hall, Victoria St, Loch
Contact: Carrington’s of Loch, 03 56594215

24 September — 9 October
COASTAL LANDSCAPES ART EXHIBITION
Coastal features are a wonderful inspiration for artists. On this occasion six local artists living in South Gippsland have combined to present their paintings at the Sandy Point Art Gallery for two weeks over the September School holiday period.
There will be an Official Opening on Sunday 25th September from 2 to 4pm, and the exhibition will be open FREE to the public from Saturday 24th September for two weeks.
The six local artists are: Mary Shaw, Sally Gibson, Margaret Lacey, Phyllis Cozens, Fleur Wheeler, and Anna
Walter. Their works include watercolours and oils. All paintings on exhibition are for sale.
Gallery Hours: 9am – 6pm every day
Venue: Sandy Point Art Gallery, 33 Beach Parade, Sandy Point
Contact: Mary Shaw, 03 5684 1094
Email: maryshaw@sandypointgallery.com.au
Website: http://www.sandypointgallery.com.au

24 September
MIRBOO NORTH MARKET
8.30am-1pm
Venue: Baromi Park, Main St, Mirboo North
Contact: Maxine, 03 5668 2465

25 September
KONGWAK MARKET
10am – 3pm
Venue: Korumburra-Wonthaggi Rd, Kongwak
Contact: Jane, 0417 142 478

28 September — 29 September
SOUTH GIPPSLAND DAIRY EXPO
The South Gippsland Dairy Expo, organised by the Strzelecki Lions Club will take place on Wednesday 28th and Thursday 29th September 2011 at the Korumburra Showgrounds, Korumburra.
We are pleased to announce the new venue for the Dairy Expo and we look forward to commemorating 12 years of providing the local dairying community with an event that showcases the latest in innovation, products and services available to the dairy industry.
There will be something for the ladies, the hand milking competition, kids activities and plenty to see and do.
For more information including times please visit the website.
Venue: Korumburra Showgrounds, South Gippsland Hwy, Korumburra
Website: http://www.dairyexpo.org.au/

29 September — 10 October
BEYOND THE MINDS EYE
An Art Exhibition celebrating MENTAL HEALTH WEEK.
Works by people with mental health conditions, their families, friends and carers.
All mediums, 2 & 3D. Artists workshops/Support.
Entries close 7th September 2011.
Details and entry forms to: Foster and District Community House, Corner Station Road and Court Street, Foster
Ph: 03 5682 1101 Monday to Friday.
Email: fosterdchlc@dcsi.net.au OR
Foster Medical Centre, Station Road, Foster. email: carlene.hurst@fostermedical.com.au
Gallery Hours: Open daily, 10am to 4pm
Venue: Stockyard Gallery, Cnr. Main & McDonald Streets Foster
Contact: Stockyard Gallery, 03 5682 1125
Website: http://www.stockyardgallery.org.au

29 September — 25 October
WONDERS IN WOOD
A selection of finely crafted pieces in wood from the Victorian State Craft Collection on loan from the Gippsland Regional Art Gallery, Sale.
To be officially opened by Anton Vardy, Director Gippsland Regional Art Gallery and Ken Free, wood artist on:
Friday 30th September from 6pm to 8pm.
Gallery Hours: Open 10am to 4pm daily (closed Wednesdays).
Venue: Yarram Courthouse Gallery, 122 Commercial Rd, Yarram
Contact: Yarram Courthouse Gallery 03 5182 6553
Website: http://www.yarramchgallery.blogspot.com  

28 December—17 September 2011
CREAM AFTER GOLD EXHIBITION
The Foster and District Historical Society invites: All members and friends to our exhibition CREAM AFTER GOLD.
Museum open: Sundays 11am to 4pm. Daily during Victorian school holidays.
Venue: Foster Museum, Main Street Foster

2 June — 5 July
TEXTILE EXHIBITION
Stockyard Gallery Foster invites artists of all textile genres to exhibit their work in the Stockyard Gallery’s Annual Exhibition.
Please leave details at the Gallery.
Contact 03 5682 1125 or info@stockyardgallery.com.au and we will send you exhibition information
Gallery Hours: Open daily, 10am to 4pm
Venue: Stockyard Gallery, Cnr. Main & McDonald Streets Foster
Contact: Stockyard Gallery, 03 5682 1125
Website: http://www.stockyardgallery.org.au     

9 June — 5 July
BUSH LANDSCAPES
Bush Landscapes is a delightful selection of paintings from the Alberton Collection depicting the artists love of the bush.
Artists represented include Barry Alford, Marilyn Close, Irene Cox, Julie Lungdren-Coulter, Lorraine Mumford and Judith Walsh.
Gallery Hours: Open 10am to 4pm daily (Closed Wednedays)
Venue: Yarram Courthouse Gallery, 122 Commercial Rd, Yarram
Contact: Yarram Courthouse Gallery, 03 5182 6553
Website: www.yarramchgallery.blogspot.com     

19 June — 16 July
RECENT LINOCUTS
Gecko Studio Gallery presents…
An Exhibition by Aileen Brown
Gallery Hours: Open Thursday to Monday (closed Tues, Wed), 10am to 5pm
Venue: Gecko Studio Gallery, 15 Falls Rd, Fish Creek
Contact: Gecko Studio Gallery,  03 5683 2481
Email: framing@geckostudiogallery.com.au
Website: www.geckostudiogallery.com.au

24 June — 28 July
THE LACHLAN CAVALIER
Exhibition by Phil Henshall
Gallery Hours: Weekdays, 10am to 4pm (Closed Tuesdays), Weekends, 11am to 5pm
Venue: Meeniyan Art Gallery, 84 Whitelaw St, Meeniyan
Contact: Meeniyan Art Gallery, 03 5664 0101
Website: http://www.meeniyanartgallery.com.au     

1 July
THE SYDNEY HOTSHOTS
Male Dance Group!
The Sydney Hotshots will be performing at the Foster Exchange Hotel as part of their ‘Girls Just Wanna Have Fun’ tour. Sydney Hotshots is the most popular show of its kind in Australia and New Zealand.
Begins at 8.30pm
Tickets are $25 each.
Venue: Foster Exchange Hotel, Main St, Foster
Contact: 03 5682 2377

1 July
TWILIGHT AUTHOR SERIES – NEIL EVERITT
Foster’s Little Bookshop together with Stockyard Gallery, Windy Ridge Winery and Promontory Gourmet Food invites you to listen to Neil Everitt talk about the research and process of obtaining the stories for writing his books.
Time: 5.30 pm to 7 pm
Costs: $21 per head. (Includes glass of wine and finger food) Bookings essential
Venue: Stockyard Gallery, Main St, Foster
Contact: Foster’s Little Bookshop, 03 56822089
email: flb@virtual.net.au
2 July
JIMMY WEBB
Jimmy Webb is arguably the finest American pop songwriter of his generation, who went from struggling composer to seeming overnight success in 1967 with such chart-topping renditions of his tunes as the Fifth Dimensions ‘Up, Up and Away’ and Glen Campbells ‘By the Time I Get To Phoenix’, yielding the gifted 21 year-old artist eight Grammy awards in a single year.
What better atmosphere to see and hear Jimmy Webb than the intimate venue of Meeniyan Hall. Seating only 260 people at candle lit tables, the venue is BYO.
Starting at 8pm (doors open from 7pm)
Tickets NOW on sale: lyrebirdarts@hotmail.com
Members/Concession $60, Adults $65 (includes all booking fees)
Venue: Meeniyan Town Hall, Whitelaw St, Meeniyan
Contact: Lyrebird Arts, 03 5664 9239
Website: http://www.lyrebirdartscouncil.com.au

2 July
KOONWARRA STORE — JULY WINTER CONVIVIAL DINNER
This is the first of our Winter Series of Convivial Dinners highlighting one of South Gippslands finest meat producers, Shane Harris of Harris Angus. Also we venture east to showcase one of East Gippslands newest wineries – Lightfoot & Sons Estate. We would be delighted if you could attend, bring a loved one, a friend or a small gathering, the more the merrier.
Starting at 7pm
3 course dinner – $60 per person
Please phone 03 5664 2285 to book.
Venue: Koonwarra Store, South Gippsland Hwy, Koonwarra
Contact: Koonwarra Store, 03 5664 2285
Email: store@koonwarra.com.au

2 July
THE BON JOVI PINK SHOW
Mid-season ball. Presented by Stony Creek Football and Netball clubs.
All welcome
Drinks at Bar Prices, Some nibbles provided – no BYO
Starting at 8pm
Formal dress
Tickets $30 pre-sales. $35 at the door
Tickets available from Nagal’s Pharmacy, Leongatha, The Meeniyan Hotel or phone Neil 0408 634 239
Venue: Leongatha Memorial Hall, McCartin Street, Leongatha
Contact: Neil, 0408 634 239
2 July
SOUTH GIPPSLAND FARMERS MARKET
Starting at 8.30am and finishing around 1pm
Venue: Koonwarra Memorial Park, Koala Drive, Koonwarra
Contact: Rod, 0408 619 182
Website: www.koonwarra.vic.au

3 July
CHRISTMAS IN JULY
Lunch and Dinner – $85 per person.
3 courses – bubbles on arrival
Bookings essential – phone 03 5678 7787
Live music in the lounge bar – 12 noon to 4pm
Venue: Archies on the Creek, 81 Archies Creek Rd, Archies Creek
Contact: Archies on the Creek, 03 5678 7787
Website: http://www.archiesonthecreek.com.au     

3 July
KONGWAK MARKET
10am – 3pm
Venue: Korumburra-Wonthaggi Rd, Kongwak
Contact: Jane, 0417 142 478

3 July
JUMBUNNA BUSH MARKET
Time: 9am – 1pm
Venue: The Main Hall, Jumbunna
Contact: Dawn Wylie, 03 5657 3253
7 July
BOOK LAUNCH — BLACK SWAN, A KOORIE WOMANS LIFE
Time: 2pm
Come hear Carolyn Landon & Eileen Harrison talk about the making of their story.
Venue: The Hub, 16 A’Beckett St, Inverloch

8 July
TWILIGHT AUTHOR SERIES – PATRICK MORGAN
Foster’s Little Bookshop together with Stockyard Gallery, Windy Ridge Winery & Promontory Gourmet Food is proud to present Patrick Morgan’s talk on writing on Gippsland.  It includes why people were attracted to this area in the mid 19 century, and changed perceptions over the years. Bookings essential.Time: 5.30 pm – 7 pm
Cost: $21 per head (includes glass of wine & finger food)
Venue: Stockyard Gallery, Main Street, Foster.
Contact: Foster’s Little Bookshop, 03 56822089
Email: flb@virtual.net.au

9 July
TOORA MARKET
8am – 12.30pm
Venue: Former Bonlac Store, Jetty Rd, Toora
Contact: Joyce, 5688 1237
9 July
COAL CREEK FARMERS MARKET
Coal Creek is a local community Farmers’ Market that will be: for genuine producers only (no on-sellers), plastic bag free, and accredited by the Victorian Farmers Market Assoctation.
Time: 8am – 1pm
Venue: Coal Creek Community Park & Museum, South Gippsland Hwy, Korumburra
Contact: Coal Creek Farmers Market 0459 629 000
Email: farmersmarket@coalcreekvillage.com.au
Website: http://www.coalcreekvillage.com.au  
10 July
TIDAL RIVER OPEN SPACE PROJECT JULY WALK
Friends of the Tidal River Open Space Project invite you to join them in a walk to Millers Landing and for those who wish to extend the walk heading out along Five Mile Track. Morning tea provided.
Time: 9.30 am
Venue: Meet at the Five Mile Car Park, Wilsons Promontory National Park
Contact: Dana: dana@blminfo.com.au
10 July
KONGWAK MARKET
Time: 10am – 3pm
Venue: Korumburra – Wonthaggi Road, Kongwak
Contact: Jane 0417 142 478

10 July
LOCH PUBLIC HALL WINTER MARKET
Time: 9am to 1pm
Venue: Loch Public Hall, Smith St, Loch
Contact: Jennie Kennedy, 03 5659 4305

15 July
TWILIGHT AUTHOR SERIES – LIZ RUSHEN
Foster’s Little Bookshop together with Stockyard Gallery, Windy Ridge Winery & Promontory Gourmet Food is proud to present Liz Rushen who will talk about her book “Fair Game” and her latest project.  Bookings essential.
Cost: $21 per head (includes a galss of wine and finger food)
Time: 5.30 pm – 7 pm
Venue: Stockyard Gallery, Main Street, Foster
Contact: Foster’s Little Bookshop  03 56822089
Email: flb@virtual.net.au

15 July — 30 July
JEKYLL & HYDE — LYRIC THEATRE
Leongatha Lyric Theatre Inc production of Jekyll & Hyde will open on Friday 15th July and run for 3 weeks closing on Saturday 30th July.
8 pm shows Fri 15, Sat 16, Thur 21, Fri 22, Sat 23, Thur 28, Fri 29 & Sat 30th
Matinees Sun 17 & Sun 24 July.
Costs: Opening night $35, Adults $28, Concession $25
Bookings at Mushroom Crafts, 40 Bair St, Leongatha. Credit card facilities available.
Venue: Mesley Hall, Nerrena Rd, Leongatha
Contact: Mushroom Crafts, 03 5662 3940

16 July
COAL CREEK HISTORIC GHOST TOURS
Come and discover the darker side of local history. Be guided through the haunting atmosphere and listen to stories about Coal Creek’s ghosts.
The tours are not suitable for children under 12. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
The 2 hour tour costs $25 per person, no concessions. Light supper is included.
Tour times 7.30pm to 9.30pm and during day light saving months 8.30pm to 10.30pm.
Tours must be pre-booked and pre-paid. Groups welcome; maximum 20 persons.
For further details visit the Coal Creek Website Events page
For bookings contact Coal Creek
Venue: Coal Creek Community Park & Museum, South Gippsland Hwy, Korumburra
Contact: Coal Creek 03 5655 1811
Email: coalcreek1@southgippsland.vic.gov.au
Website: www.coalcreekvillage.com.au

16 July

PROM COUNTRY FARMERS MARKET
Time: 8am -12noon
Venue: Foster WMAC Hall, Main St., Foster
Contact: Market Manager, 03 5682 1345

17 July — 20 August
ALISON LESTER’S KIDS ANTARCTIC ART PROJECT
Exhibition opening: Sunday July 17th from 2 to 5pm
Beautiful drawings of Antarctica as imagined by children.
Alison has used childrens illustrations to complete an exhibition of work which combines the childrens line drawings with her design and colour. To read more please see the website.
Gallery Hours: Open Thursday to Monday (closed Tues, Wed), 10am to 5pm
Venue: Gecko Studio Gallery, 15 Falls Rd, Fish Creek
Contact: Gecko Studio Gallery,  03 5683 2481
Email: framing@geckostudiogallery.com.au
Website: www.geckostudiogallery.com.au

17 July
KONGWAK MARKET
Time: 10am – 3pm
Venue: Korumburra – Wonthaggi Road, Kongwak
Contact: Jane, 0417 142 478
17 July
INVERLOCH FARMERS MARKET
Fresh Food and Produce
Time: 8am – 1pm
Venue: The Glade, Inverloch
Contact: Peter Arnold, 03 5664 0096

22 July
TWILIGHT AUTHOR SERIES – ARABELLA FORGE
Foster’s Little Bookshop together with Stockyard Gallery, Windy Ridge Winery and Promontory Gourmet Food proudly invites you to listen to Arabella Forge talking about food, nutrition and her cookbook. Bookings essential.
Cost: $21 per head (includes glass of wine & finger food)
Time: 5.30 pm – 7pm.
Venue: Stockyard Gallery, Main Street, Foster
Contact: Foster’s Little Bookshop 03 56822089
Email: flb@virtual.net.au

24 July
KONGWAK MARKET
10am – 3pm
Venue: Korumburra-Wonthaggi Rd, Kongwak
Contact: Jane, 0417 142 478
29 July
TWILIGHT AUTHOR SERIES – RUTH CARSON
Foster’s Little Bookshop together with Stockyard Gallery, Windy Ridge Winery & Promontory Gourmet Food proud invite you to listen to Ruth Carson who will talk on her journey to write her debut novel “An Unquiet State”.  Bookings essential.
Cost: $21 per head (includes a glass of wine & finger food)
Time: 5.30 pm – 7 pm
Venue: Stockyard Gallery, Main Street, Foster
Contact: Foster’s Little Bookshop 03 56822089
Email: flb@virtual.net.au

30 July

WOMEN’S CHRISTMAS IN JULY CELEBRATION
A chance for women to forget the woes of the daily grind and relax, laugh and enjoy themselves. Women from all walks of life and age are welcome. The evening will include live music, local and international guest speakers, lots of fun and games as well as a traditional Christmas Dinner.
All attending are invited to place a gift under the Christmas tree for a South Gippsland child in need.
Limited seats – so make sure to get in quick.
Tickets are available at the New Beginnings Bookshop in Bair St, Leongatha
for $25 each.
Venue: Stockyard Gallery, Main Street, Foster
30 July
MIRBOO NORTH MARKET
8.30am-1pm
Venue: Baromi Park, Main St, Mirboo North
Contact: Maxine, 03 5668 2465

28 December – 17 September 2011
CREAM AFTER GOLD EXHIBITION
The Foster and District Historical Society invites: All members and friends to our exhibition CREAM AFTER GOLD.
Museum open: Sundays 11am to 4pm. Daily during Victorian school
holidays.
Venue: Foster Museum, Main Street Foster
13 May – 7 June
…BUT I KNOW WHAT I LIKE!
The idea for the exhibition ……but I know what I like came from the expression I may not know much about art but I know what I like. It gave gallery members a chance to exhibit favourite works of art that they own. Where normally this art would be appreciated by a few it can take on a new
feeling and be appreciated by many in this setting.
Gallery Hours: Open 10am to 4pm daily (Closed Wednesdays’)
Venue: Yarram Courthouse Gallery, 122 Commercial Rd, Yarram
Contact: Yarram Courthouse Gallery, 03 5182 6553
Website: www.yarramchgallery.blogspot.com
28 May – 23 June
THE NATURE OF DAVID – EXHIBITION
David Alldridge
Gallery Hours: Weekdays, 10am to 4pm (Closed Tuesdays), Weekends, 11am to 5pm
Venue: Meeniyan Art Gallery, 84 Whitelaw St, Meeniyan
Contact: Meeniyan Art Gallery, 03 5664 0101
Website: http://www.meeniyanartgallery.com.au
2 June – 5 July
TEXTILE EXHIBITION
Stockyard Gallery Foster invites artists of all textile genres to exhibit their work in the Stockyard Gallery’s Annual Exhibition.
Please leave details at the Gallery.
Contact 03 5682 1125 or info@stockyardgallery.com.au and we will send you exhibition information
Gallery Hours: Open daily, 10am to 4pm
Venue: Stockyard Gallery, Cnr. Main & McDonald Streets Foster
Contact: Stockyard Gallery, 03 5682 1125
Website: http://www.stockyardgallery.org.au
4 June
SOUTH GIPPSLAND FARMERS MARKET
Starting at 8.30am and finishing around 1pm Venue: Koonwarra Memorial Park, Koala Drive, Koonwarra
Contact: Rod, 0408 619 182
Website: www.koonwarra.vic.au
4 June
FAMILY FISHING DAY
Port Welshpool Working Group is holding this family fishing day from 10 am to 2 pm. All children must be registered and accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times. A free BBQ will be provided for these children.
Venue: Port Welshpool jetty
Contact: Rachelle or Bianca, 03 5175 9500 or 0488 988 857
5 June – 18 June
OPPOSITES EXHIBITION
The opening of the next exhibition takes place on Sunday 5th June between 2 and 5pm – Opposites – a group exhibition featuring twelve artists from South Gippsland. Each artist has been asked to respond to the word Opposites and produce four works on paper which will be hung unframed for the two week exhibition. The artists selected for this exhibition are Peter Cole, Grant Flather, Mandy Gunn, Debra LeCerf, Andrew McPherson, Jane Power, Susan Purdy, Wendy Satchell, Kerry Spokes, Annie Stark, Colin Suggett and Helen Wilkinson.
Gallery Hours: Thursday to Monday (closed Tues, Wed), 10am to 5pm
Venue: Gecko Studio Gallery, 15 Falls Rd, Fish Creek
Contact: Gecko Studio Gallery, 03 5683 2481
Email: framing@geckostudiogallery.com.au
Website: www.geckostudiogallery.com.au
5 June
JUMBUNNA BUSH MARKET
Time: 9am – 1pm
Venue: The Main Hall, Jumbunna
Contact: Dawn Wylie, 03 5657 3253
5 June
KONGWAK MARKET
10am – 3pm
Venue: Korumburra-Wonthaggi Rd, Kongwak
Contact: Jane, 0417 142 478
6 June – 11 July
EXPLORING DRAWING WITH SUE GILFORD
Exploring Drawing with Sue Gilford at Annie Stark’s studio. Over a five  week period in 3 hour sessions (12am-3pm), we will look at materials (e.g. charcoal, graphite and paper) and developing traditional observational skills (e.g. light/dark, use of line etc). Cost: $175 for five weeks.
Please phone Annie on 03 5683 2696 for info or to book or call Gecko Studio Gallery on 03 5683 2481.
Venue: Annie Starks Studio, 67 Falls Rd, Fish Creek
Contact: Annie Stark, 5683 2696 for further information and to book.
9 June
SMALL NATIVE MAMMALS OF CAPE LIPTRAP
The “Enhancing the Cape Liptrap to Bunurong Biolink Project” invites everyone to find out more about the very small creatures that inhabit this region. Jim Reside, who has 30 years of experience surveying and monitoring these animals, will give us an insight to these mammals.
Time: 7pm to 9pm.
Venue: Tarwin Lower Community Centre, Walkerville-Tarwin Lower Rd, Tarwin Lower.
Contact: Bronwyn Teesdale, 0428 559 582/Jim Robinson, 0428 335 287
Email: bronwynt@wgcma.vic.gov.au
10 June – 11 June
FRIENDS OF CORNER INLET LIBRARIES WINTER BOOK SALE
The Big Book Sale will have some great bargains in books, DVDs, magazines, games etc and the profits will be returned to local libraries.
Times: Friday June 10th open from 9 am to 4 pm and Saturday June 11th
open from 9am to 1 pm.
Venue: Foster War Memorial Arts Centre, Main St, Foster
10 June – 13 June
WELSHPOOL ARTS & CRAFTS SHOW
Opening night Friday June 10th commencing at 7.30 pm. All Welcome Includes painting, crafts and photography.
Theme for this year is “Life on the Land”. Feature artist is Ricardo Alveres.
Times: Saturday & Sunday: 9.30am to 4pm. Monday: 9.30am to 2pm
Venue: Welshpool Hall, South Gippsland Highway, Welshpool
Contact: Welshpool Rural Transaction Centre, 03 5688 1051
Website: http://www.welshpool.vic.au
10 June
CABERET & OFFICIAL OPENING OF THE LOCH FOOD & WINE FESTIVAL
Festival opening by The Hon Peter Ryan MLA, Deputy Premier of Victoria at 8pm. Beehives, Lipstick and Mascara featuring She-Laas. Journey back for this night of fun when life was full of romance, glamour and dreams…
After the show this great night will conclude with dancing to hits from the 70′s, 80′s and 90′s. BYO food & drink
Tickets: $25 pp available at Carringtons of Loch Village.
Bookings: Phone 03 5659 4215
Venue: Loch Public Hall, Loch Village
Contact: Howard Booth, 03 5659 4215 or email
howard@carringtons.com.au or Cherie Smirl, 03 5659 4466
Website: www.loch.org.au
11 June
“BEGGS 2 DIFFER” CONCERT
The Rhythm Café invites you to hear these local artists. Dinner from 7 pm Show from 7.30 pm
Cover Charge: $15 per head
Venue: The Rhythm Café, Bridge Rd, Foster
Contact: 03 5682 1612
12 June
LOCH VILLAGE FOOD & WINE FESTIVAL
Loch Village Food and Wine Festival’s Main Event features 50 producers of the best Gippsland food and wine.
Visitors pay $15 per person registration which includes all tastings, an information pack and souvenir tasting glass.
There is music throughout the village and activities for the children.
Ample parking is provided including Loch Memorial Reserve.
Coeliac Luncheon at the Royal Hotel. Bookings Ph 56594446
A Taste of Regional Produce at Hard Loch cafe and The Gilded Lily
Restaurant and Bar. Home made Delights at Cosy Kitchen Loch and Loch General Store. Travel by V/Line and South Gippsland Railway
Venue: Loch Public Hall, Loch Village
Contact: Howard Booth, 03 5659 4215 or email
howard@carringtons.com.au or Cherie Smirl, 03 5659 4466
Website: www.loch.org.au
11 June
COUSIN LEONARD – MUSIC NIGHT
This gig at Meeniyan Hall is going to be amazing with Cousin Leonard along with the Rosie Burgess Trio.
A night packed with folk, blues, gypsy-roots, some snappy hip-hop and a bit of humour. And why not make a meal of it, drop in to see us at Moos for a bite to eat before you go!
Starting: 8.30pm
Tickets: At Moos Cafe $20 or $22 at the door. BYO drinks and snacks
Venue: Meeniyan Hall, Whitelaw St, Meeniyan
Contact: Moo’s at Meeniyan, (03) 5664 0010
Website: http://www.cousinleonard.com.
http://www.rosieburgesstrio.com
11 June
TOORA MARKET
8am – 12.30pm
Venue: Former Bonlac Store, Jetty Rd, Toora
Contact: Joyce, 5688 1237
11 June
COAL CREEK FARMERS MARKET
Coal Creek is a local community Farmers’ Market that will be: for genuine producers only (no on-sellers), plastic bag free, and accredited by the Victorian Farmers Market Association.
Time: 8am – 1pm
Venue: Coal Creek Community Park & Museum, South Gippsland Hwy, Korumburra
Contact: 0459 629 000
Email: farmersmarket@coalcreekvillage.com.au
Website: http://www.coalcreekvillage.com.au

12 June
TEDDY BEAR PICNIC
Times &Costs: 10am to 11.30am Bear Hunt: Hunting licence $5 per child. 12&U, three age categories. Hunt for gold blocks to exchange for a special teddy.
10am to 2pm: Free activities
11.45am: Competitions. Bring your teddy and enter the Best Dressed or most loved bear. 12&U and open age groups.
12noon to 3.30pm: Take a ride on the train. Ticket $6 per person.
1.30pm to 2pm: Family Races
Venue: Coal Creek Community Park & Museum, South Gippsland Hwy,
Korumburra
Contact: Coal Creek, 03 5655 1811
Website: http://www.coalcreekvillage.com.au

12 June
KONGWAK MARKET
10am – 3pm
Venue: Korumburra-Wonthaggi Rd, Kongwak
Contact: Jane, 0417 142 478
12 June
TIDAL RIVER OPEN SPACE PROJECT MONTHYLY WALK
Friends of the Tidal River Open Space Project invite you to join them in their monthly walk, this walk to Cotters Lake. Morning tea provided.
Time: 9.30 am
Venue: Meet at the Cotters Lake turn off which is on the right just before
the Airfield
Contact: Dana via email: dana@blminfo.com.au
13 June
LOCH PUBLIC HALL WINTER MARKET
Time: 9am to 1pm
Venue: Loch Public Hall, Smith St, Loch
Contact: Jennie Kennedy, 03 5659 4305
13 June
SOUTH GIPPSLAND WOODWORKERS WORKING MODELS
South Gippsland Woodworkers invites you to see the wonderful work of Keith Hulsman who makes working models in Tasmanian timber.
Time: 7.30 pm
Venue: 105 Stockdale’s Rd, Koonwarra
Contact: Eric Miles 03 5664 2239
17 June
WARATAH HILLS WINEMAKERS’ DINNER AT MOOS
Waratah Hills winemaker Marcus Satchell will outline new wine trends, explain the distinctive local Pinot Noir terroir and examine the re-emergency of the wines of Gippsland at an exclusive winemaker’s dinner to be held at Moos at Meeniyan. Waratah Hills wines will be featured at Moos throughout June. Marcus Satchell is one of Gippsland’s most awarded young guns of the wine
industry. Bookings are essential on 03 5664 0010 or email eat@moosatmeeniyan.com.au
The three course dinner designed to compliment the Waratah Hills wines will cost $70 (inclusive of wine).
Venue: Moos at Meeniyan, Whitelaw St, Meeniyan
Contact: 03 5664 0010
Website: http://www.waratahhills.com.au
17 June – 25 June
FAMDA PRODUCTION – HEROES
Gala Premiere Friday 17th June includes supper commences 8 pm.

Costs $25 per ticket. Other performances: Saturday 18th at 8pm, Sunday 19th at 2 pm,
Friday 24th at 2 pm and final show 25th June at 2 pm & 8 pm.
Tickets cost: $22 per adult or concession / child $15
Venue: Foster War Memorial Arts Centre, Main St, Foster
Contact: Main Street Revelations, 03 5682 1381
Email: famda@dcsi.net.au
18 June
COAL CREEK HISTORIC GHOST TOURS
Come and discover the darker side of local history. Be guided through the haunting atmosphere and listen to stories about Coal Creek’s ghosts. The tours are not suitable for children under 12. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
The 2 hour tour costs $25 per person, no concessions. Light supper is included. Tour times 7.30pm to 9.30pm and during day light saving months 8.30pm to 10.30pm.
Tours must be pre-booked and pre-paid. Groups welcome; maximum 20
persons. For further details visit the Coal Creek Website Events page.
For bookings contact Coal Creek
Venue: Coal Creek Community Park & Museum, South Gippsland Hwy,
Korumburra
Contact: Coal Creek 03 5655 1811
Email: coalcreek1@southgippsland.vic.gov.au
Website: www.coalcreekvillage.com.au
18 June
FAMILY HISTORY SEMINAR
South Gippsland Genealogical Society invites people to attend this seminar. Features 4 great speakers: Bev Spinks on Military History, Tim Hogan Yesterday’s newspapers for tomorrow researchers, Dot Wickham
Women of the Goldfields, George Legge Writing a family history.
Costs: $25 per head with lunch, tea and coffee provided.
Time: 9.15am to 3.45pm
Venue: Uniting Church Hall, Peart St, Leongatha
Contact: The Secretary, Box 395 Leongatha 3953.
Email: amarshal@netspace.net.au
18 June
PROM COUNTRY FARMERS MARKET
Time: 8am -12noon
Venue: Foster WMAC Hall, Main St., Foster
Contact: Market Manager, 03 5682 1345
19 June
KONGWAK MARKET
10am – 3pm
Venue: Korumburra-Wonthaggi Rd, Kongwak
Contact: Jane, 0417 142 478
19 June
INVERLOCH FARMERS MARKET
Fresh Food and Produce
Time: 8am – 1pm
Venue: The Glade, Inverloch
Contact: Peter Arnold, 03 5664 0096
24 June
CROSSROADS CONCERT
Featuring Shelley & Brian West, Country / Rock and Roll artists Cost: $2 includes afternoon tea
Time: 1.30 pm
Venue: Dakers Centre, Smith Street, Leongatha
Contact: Brian 9789 6791 or 0438 247 913
25 June
ERIN’S PRIDE CONCERT
South Gippsland Secondary College invites you to see Melbourne Irish band Erin’s Pride who will be playing at Meeniyan from 7pm. If enough interest a bus will run from Foster. Table booking required by 3rd June.
Cost: Adults $20, Students $10
Time: 7pm
Venue: Meeniyan Hall, Whitelaw St, Meeniyan
Contact: Colleen, 03 5682 2066 or 0409 905 397

25 June
MURDER MYSTERY NIGHT
Starting at 7.00 pm.
Cost: only $25.00 per head including 2 course meal and Murder Mystery.
Bookings essential! (By Fri 27th May).
Make up a table of eight (characters) or join one of our existing tables. You will be provided with a character from the 50s Gangsters and Molls period in the USofA and a suggested simple costume.
Each table will compete to work out who, amongst you, is the Murderer!
Magnificent prize(s) to be won by Winning Table(s)!
For further details email: patsyfagan@dcsi.net.au or tel: 5681 2229 or 0425787600
Venue: Meeniyan Hotel, Whitelaw St, Meeniyan
Contact: 03 5681 2229
25 June
MIRBOO NORTH MARKET
8.30am-1pm
Venue: Baromi Park, Main St, Mirboo North
Contact: Maxine, 03 5668 2465
26 June
KONGWAK MARKET
10am – 3pm
Venue: Korumburra-Wonthaggi Rd, Kongwak
Contact: Jane, 0417 142 478

28 December—17 September 2011
CREAM AFTER GOLD EXHIBITION
The Foster and District Historical Society invites: All members and friends to our exhibition CREAM AFTER GOLD.
Museum open: Sundays 11am to 4pm. Daily during Victorian school holidays.
Venue: Foster Museum, Main Street Foster

15 April — 26 May
DIFFERENT VIEWS
Exhibition by Helen Masin and Pauline Bailey.
Gallery Hours: Weekdays, 10am to 4pm (Closed Tuesdays), Weekends, 11am to 5pm
Venue: Meeniyan Art Gallery, Whitelaw St, Meeniyan
Contact: Meeniyan Art Gallery, 03 5664 0101
Website:http://www.meeniyanartgallery.com.au

17 April — 21 May
LOST AND FOUND — DAVID FRAZER
Works on paper: wood engraving, etching & lithography.
Gallery Hours: Open Thursday to Monday (closed Tues, Wed), 10am to 5pm
Venue: Gecko Studio Gallery, 15 Falls Rd, Fish Creek
Contact: Gecko Studio Gallery, 03 5683 2481
Email: framing@geckostudiogallery.com.au
Website: www.geckostudiogallery.com.au

21 April — 10 May
BOOBIES AND MORE…

Pastel and photography exhibition.
Ann Smith and Pam Mathieson
Inspired by a journey to the Galapagos Islands and beyond.
Gallery Hours: Open daily, 10am to 4pm
Venue: Stockyard Gallery, Cnr. Main & McDonald Streets Foster
Contact: Stockyard Gallery, 03 5682 1125
Website: http://www.stockyardgallery.org.au

21 April — 10 May
COURTHOUSE GALLERY YARRAM – WHERE ARE THEY NOW?
A group exhibition showcasing the talent that was grown in Yarram. Yarram ex-students, both well established artists and recent graduates, offer their latest works in painting, ceramics, prints, textiles, multi-media, graphics and glass work. The emotional connection with rural life is portrayed in works by printmaker, Jenny Peterson and painter Peter Gilliland.
Gallery Hours: Open 10am to 4pm daily (Closed Wednedays)
Venue: Yarram Courthouse Gallery, 122 Commercial Rd, Yarram
Contact: Yarram Courthouse Gallery, 03 5182 6553
Website: www.yarramchgallery.blogspot.com

22 April — 6 May
RAPT IN COLOUR
Painting and Felting by Ann Smith
Gallery Hours: Weekdays, 10am to 4pm (Closed Tuesdays), Weekends, 11am to 5pm
Venue: Meeniyan Art Gallery, Whitelaw St, Meeniyan
Contact: Meeniyan Art Gallery, 03 5664 0101
Website:http://www.meeniyanartgallery.com.au

29 April — 31 May
IN THE EYE OF 5 SANDY POINT ARTISTS
Colour, Passion, Paint
The Artists EYE captures the beauty of Gippsland with colour, passion and paint. See the exciting and vibrant artworks by Mary Shaw, Margaret Lacey, Kim McDonald and Phyllis Cozens.
Gallery Open: Most days, 10am to 6pm
Venue: Sandy Point Art Gallery, 33 Beach Parade, Sandy Point
Contact: Mary Shaw, 03 5684 1094
Email: maryshaw@sandypointgallery.com.au
Website: http://www.sandypointgallery.com.au

1 May — 31 May
PAINTING PORTRAITS
Of Family, Friends, Furs and Feathers.
By Jennifer Chitty and also featuring: Michelle Stewart, Mosaics and Eastern Dreams.
Exhibition Opening: Sunday 1st May – 2pm to 4pm
Open: Monday to Friday, 10am to 5pm and Saturdays, 10am to 3pm
Venue: Mushroom Crafts, 40 Bair St, Leongatha
Contact: Jen Chitty, Mushroom Crafts, 03 5662 2144

1 May — 31 May
AUSTRALIAN MASTERS OF ART
Works from Australian Artists.
Exciting works from Blackman, Nolan, Olsen, Coleman, Hermannsburg, Dickerson, Bell and other listed artists. An information night on who and why to collect artists work will be held by art specialists.
Gallery Open: 7 days per week, 10am to 4.30pm. Please note however that if a meeting is on the Gallery may be closed – phone first to avoid disappointment.
Venue: Coal Creek Community Gallery, South Gippsland Hwy, Korumburra
Contact: Doug Kane or Rowena Ashley, 5655 1809
Email: rowenaa@southgippsland.vic.gov.au
Website: www.coalcreekvillage.com.au

1 May — 31 May
ONE SMALL WINDOW OF LIGHT
An ABC Open Gippsland Video Project in South Gippsland. One Small Window of Light is the ABC Open component of the Be Inspired Festival, Gippslands premiere creative arts festival. The project feeds into the national ABC Open One Small Window project, taking this years festival theme of light as its premise.
Gippslanders are invited to submit a raw video between 30 and 60 seconds in length that captures a moment in life, interpreting the theme of light in whatever way they choose. It could be the study of a sunset, a time lapse on a traffic light, a night time neon scene or looking at light reflecting from your back pond.- the options are endless!
One Small Window of Light submissions will be screened as an ABC Open video installation in the foyer of each of the Be Inspired festival shire venues throughout May 2011. Participants also upload their videos to our national One Small Window video group, which feature videos from around Australia that shine a light on the everyday moments that happen around us.
Venue: Screening Venue: The Grainstore Mirboo North
Contact: Rachael Lucas, 03 5143 5570
Website: http://www.abc.net.au/open

1 May
JUMBUNNA BUSH MARKET
Time: 9am – 1pm
Venue: The Main Hall, Jumbunna
Contact: Dawn Wylie, 03 5657 3253

1 May
KONGWAK MARKET
10am – 3pm
Venue: Korumburra-Wonthaggi Rd, Kongwak
Contact: Jane, 0417 142 478

2 May — 30 May
DRAWING CLASSES WITH SUE GILFORD
Sue Gilford has recently had a very successful exhibition at Gecko Studio Gallery and is well known in the district for her amazing art.
Sue will be holding drawing classes in Annie Starks Studio at 67 Falls Rd, Fish Creek beginning May 2. The classes will run over five consecutive weeks at a total cost of $175. Places are limited.
Venue: Annie Starks Studio, 67 Falls Rd, Fish Creek
Contact: Annie Stark, 5683 2696 for further information and to book.

6 May
PROM COAST FILM SOCIETY — SOUTH SOLITARY
Prom Coast Film Society, Next screening South Solitary. Drama, rated M
Starting: 8pm
Directed by Shirley Barrett and starring Miranda Otto, Marton Csokas and Essie Davis, ‘South Solitary’ tells the story of Meredith, a 35 year-old unmarried woman who arrives at a remote lighthouse island in 1928 with her uncle, the new head keeper.
To make it a very social night Windy Ridge Winery will have wine by the glass to purchase and supper will be available after the screening.
Annual Subscription: $75, 3 months $28
Venue: Fish Creek Memorial Hall, 13 Falls Rd, Fish Creek
Contact: Catherine McGlead, 0407 543 371
Email: famda@dcsi.net.au

6 May — 8 May
MIRBOO NORTH CELEBRATING THE ARTS
ARTY GRAS FESTIVAL:
Saturday 7th:
Food and Craft Market, Music Performances, Street Parade at 11am, Koala Corner, Arty Exhibitions, Youth and Children’s Activities, ‘Cabararty’ Cabaret at 8pm
Sunday 8th May:
Mother’s Day Lunch at Grand Ridge Brewery, Arty Exhibitions, Music Performance, Evening Film Festival
www.mirboonorth.vic.au/artygras

MIRBOO NORTH ART SHOW – Celebrating 30 years!
Friday 6th May:
Opening night – 7.30pm to 11pm. Dress: Formal, tickets: $20, available at the door. Live Classical music, Fine Food, Wine and Art.
Saturday 7th May:
Art Show – 10am to 3.30pm, Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea – 2pm with live music.
Old Shire Hall, Ridgway, Mirboo North
www.mirboonorthartsshow.com.au
Venue: Mirboo North Township

6 May — 30 May
TIME WARP – LORRAINE CONNELLY-NORTHEY, MANDY GUNN & MEG VINEY
Opening Saturday May 7. Artists talk at 11am, opening by Robert Lindsay, Director of McClelland Gallery and Sculpture Park at 2pm.
Gallery and Cafe open: Friday to Monday, 10am to 4pm
Venue: Celia Rosser Gallery, 1791 Promontory Rd, Fish Creek
Contact: Celia Rosser Gallery, 03 5683 2628
Website: http://www.celiarossergallery.com

7 May
MONO-PRINT TECHNIQUES WORKSHOP WITH TIM MCDONALD
With Tutor Tim McDonald
$100 fee covers tuition, materials, morning tea and lunch.
Venue: Gecko Studio Gallery, 15 Falls Rd, Fish Creek
Contact: Gecko Studio Gallery, 03 5683 2481
Email: framing@geckostudiogallery.com.au
Website: www.geckostudiogallery.com.au
7 May
RANDOM WEAVE BASKETRY WITH MARGARET BALFE
Basketry Workshop
Learn to make a random weave basket with Margaret Balfe.
Venue: Leongatha Community House, 16 Bruce Street, Leongatha
Contact: Leongatha Community House, 03 5662 3962
Website: http://www.sgcommunityhouses.org.au

7 May
SOUTH GIPPSLAND FARMERS MARKET
Starting at 8.30am and finishing around 1pm
Venue: Koonwarra Memorial Park, Koala Drive, Koonwarra
Contact: Rod, 0408 619 182
Website: www.koonwarra.vic.au

8 May — 14 May
8, 16 AVI, CRANK THEM OUT FILM FESTIVAL
A film festival curated by young, aspiring film makers
Down south, a film festival curated by young, aspiring film makers will hit the road and set up sticks in three South Gippsland venues.
Curated, organised and staged by South Gippslands bright young things, this short film festival will feature the work of under-25 Australian film-makers and is supported by ACMI (Australian Centre for the Moving Image).
Venue: South Gippsland Venues
Contact: Ned Dennis, 0419 592 446
8 May
KONGWAK MARKET
Time: 10am – 3pm
Venue: Korumburra – Wonthaggi Road, Kongwak
Contact: Jane 0417 142 478

8 May
LOCH PUBLIC HALL WINTER MARKET
Time: 9am to 1pm
Venue: Loch Public Hall, Smith St, Loch
Contact: Jennie Kennedy, 03 5659 4305

11 May — 31 May
THE ART OF ILLUSTRATION & CALLIGRAPHY
We are delighted that Lynne Muir, an accomplished illustrator and calligrapher, is exhibiting with us from 11th to 31st May. Her exhibition is titled, appropriately, The Art of Illustration & Calligraphy. She invites you all to attend her opening function on Sunday 15th May between 2pm and 4pm. More details can be found on the website at http://www.stockyardgallery.org.au/coming-exhibitions
Gallery Hours: Open Daily, 10am to 4pm
Venue: Stockyard Gallery, Cnr. Main & McDonald Streets Foster
Contact: Stockyard Gallery, 03 5682 1125
Website: http://www.stockyardgallery.org.au

13 May — 14 May
LEONGATHA SECONDARY COLLEGE VCE PLAY
Leongatha Secondary College VCE theatre students will present Elizabeth Colemans black comedy “Its My Party And I’ll Die If I Want To”.
Friday showing includes a matinee and evening show commencing at 7 pm
Saturday performance will start at 7 pm
Costs $4
Warning that the language may offend.
Venue: Mesley Hall, Nerrena Road, Leongatha
Contact: Leongatha Secondary College, 03 5662 4333

14 May
COAL CREEK HISTORIC GHOST TOURS
Come and discover the darker side of local history. Be guided through the haunting atmosphere and listen to stories about Coal Creek’s ghosts.
The tours are not suitable for children under 12. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
The 2 hour tour costs $25 per person, no concessions. Light supper is included.
Tour times 7.30pm to 9.30pm and during day light saving months 8.30pm to 10.30pm.
Tours must be pre-booked and pre-paid. Groups welcome; maximum 20 persons.
For further details visit the Coal Creek Website Events page
For bookings contact Coal Creek
Venue: Coal Creek Community Park & Museum, South Gippsland Hwy, Korumburra
Contact: Coal Creek 03 5655 1811
Email: coalcreek1@southgippsland.vic.gov.au
Website: www.coalcreekvillage.com.au

14 May
LOCH ALIVE! AUTUMN VARIETY SHOW
Presented by Loch Arts Council.
Starts at 8pm
Venue: Loch Public Hall, Loch Village
Website: www.loch.org.au

14 May
TOORA MARKET
8am – 12.30pm
Venue: Former Bonlac Store, Jetty Rd, Toora
Contact: Joyce, 5688 1237

14 May
COAL CREEK FARMERS MARKET
Coal Creek is a local community Farmers’ Market that will be: for genuine producers only (no on-sellers), plastic bag free, and accredited by the Victorian Farmers Market Assoctation.
Time: 8am – 1pm
Venue: Coal Creek Community Park & Museum, South Gippsland Hwy, Korumburra
Contact: Coal Creek, 03 5655 1811
Website: http://www.coalcreekvillage.com.au

15 May
MEENIYAN TAKE OFF WEIGHT NATURALLY CLUBS — 40TH BIRTHDAY
Meeniyan Take Off Weight Naturally (TOWN) Club
Invites past and present members to its
40th Birthday afternoon Tea, Sunday 15th May at 2pm

Venue: Meeniyan Hall, Whitelaw St, Meeniyan
Contact: Tarnya Wilson, 03 5664 7473

15 May
WEAVE A RUSTIC TWIG BASKET WITH PAT DALE
Basketry Workshop
Weave your own rustic twig basket with well known artist, Pat Dale
Venue: Leongatha Community House, 16 Bruce Street, Leongatha
Contact: Leongatha Community House, 03 5662 3962
Website: http://www.sgcommunityhouses.org.au

15 May
INVERLOCH FARMERS MARKET
Fresh Food and Produce
Time: 8am – 1pm
Venue: The Glade, Inverloch
Contact: Peter Arnold, 03 5664 0096

15 May
KONGWAK MARKET
Time: 10am – 3pm
Venue: Korumburra – Wonthaggi Road, Kongwak
Contact: Jane, 0417 142 478

21 May
LUCINDA WINE AND PRODUCE DINNER
Sit on the picturesque edge of Bass Coast with spectacular views, join us for our Lucinda Estate Wine & Produce Dinner. To highlight the rich diversity and premium quality of the region, a stunning 5 course degustation menu has been designed by our head chef, to complement each wine to its full potential. Wines have been specially selected from local award winning Gippsland winery, Lucinda Estate.
The evening will feature a fabulous Jazz duet, which regularly plays on the Sprit of Tasmania. With extensive commentaries throughout the evening by Lucinda Estates owner and director, Andrew Gromotka, you will leave with an array of new found knowledge to dazzle your friends at your next dinner party.
Costs $99 per head
Time: 6pm to 11pm
Venue: RACV Inverloch Resort
Contact: Naomi Bechaz, 03 5671 1007. Email: naomi_bechaz@racv.com.au
Website: http://www.racv.com.au/wps/wcm/connect/resorts/racv+resorts/racv+inverloch+resort

21 May
PROM COUNTRY FARMERS MARKET
Time: 8am -12noon
Venue: Foster WMAC Hall, Main St., Foster
Contact: Market Manager, 03 5682 1345
22 May
KONGWAK MARKET
10am – 3pm
Venue: Korumburra-Wonthaggi Rd, Kongwak
Contact: Jane, 0417 142 478

28 May — 23 June
THE NATURE OF DAVID — EXHIBITION
David Alldridge
Opening party: Sunday 29th May, 2-4pm
Gallery Hours: Weekdays, 10am to 4pm (Closed Tuesdays), Weekends, 11am to 5pm
Venue: Meeniyan Art Gallery, 84 Whitelaw St, Meeniyan
Contact: Meeniyan Art Gallery, 03 5664 0101
Website: http://www.meeniyanartgallery.com.au

28 May
ADIEU TO AUTUMN CONVIVIAL DINNER
The best of local produce introduced by the producer themselves. 3 course dinner with local wines.
7pm
$60 per person
Venue: Koonwarra Store, South Gippsland Hwy, Koonwarra
Contact: Koonwarra Store, 03 5664 2285
Website: http://koonwarra.vic.au/local-businesses/koonwarra-food-wine-produce-store

28 May
MIRBOO NORTH MARKET
8.30am-1pm
Venue: Baromi Park, Main St, Mirboo North
Contact: Maxine, 03 5668 2465

29 May
KONGWAK MARKET
10am – 3pm
Venue: Korumburra-Wonthaggi Rd, Kongwak
Contact: Jane, 0417 142 478

29 May
VENUS BAY FARMERS MARKET
Venus Bay Farmers’ Market offers local fresh vegetables, fruit, cheese, organics, free range eggs, honey, olive oil, jams, chutneys, relishes, bread and much more.
Time: 8am to 1pm
Venue: Juniper Boulevard, Venus Bay
Contact: 03 5664 0096

20 February – 19 March
NEW WORKS BY SUE GILFORD
New Works by Sue Gilford – 2D & 3D works. Opening Sunday February 20th from 2-5pm.
Gallery Hours: Open Thursday to Monday, 10am-5pm (closed Tuesday/Wednesday)
Extended trading hours/days during holiday peak season.
Venue: Gecko Studio Gallery, 15 Falls Rd, Fish Creek
Contact: Gecko Studio Gallery
Telephone: 03 5683 2481
Email: framing@geckostudiogallery.com.au
Website: http://www.geckostudiogallery.com.au

24 February – 08 March
3 B ONE – ART WORKS BY ROD ADAMS
RjA 3B1!
Surreal Landscapes and a twist on the realistic art works from Rod Adams.
Gallery Hours: Open daily, 10am to 4pm everyday.
Venue: Stockyard Gallery, Cnr. Main and McDonald Streets, Foster
Contact: Stockyard Gallery
Telephone: 03 5682 1125
Website: http://www.stockyardgallery.org.au

24 February – 22 March
COLOUR MY WORLD
Pastel painting and felting by Ann Smith.
Exhibition opening: Friday 25th February, 6-8pm
Gallery Hours: Open daily (except Wednesdays), 10am to 4pm
Venue: Yarram Courthouse Gallery, 122 Commercial Rd, Yarram
Contact: Yarram Courthouse Gallery
Telephone: 03 5182 6553

26 February – 24 March
A MODEL LIFE
Meeniyan Art Gallery invites you to STEPHEN JANSEN – A MODEL LIFE
Opening Sunday 27th February, 2pm – 4pm
Gallery Hours: Weekdays, 10am to 4pm (Closed Tuesday), Weekends, 11am to 5pm
Venue: Meeniyan Art Gallery, 84 Whitelaw St, Meeniyan
Contact: Meeniyan Art Gallery
Telephone: 03 5664 0101
Website: http://www.meeniyanartgallery.org.au

05 March
BOOLARRA FOLK FESTIVAL
Boolarra Folk Festival will be held on Saturday 5th of March 2011. The Art, Craft and Food Market will once again provide visitors with the opportunity to
discover the work of many local artisans. Market stall applications are open, call Kristy on 51696226. Performers for the Boolarra Folk Festival 2011 will be
announced shortly. www.boolarrafolkfestival.com/
Venue: Boolarra Township
Contact: Kristy
Telephone: 03 5169 6226
Website: http://www.boolarrafolkfestival.com

05 March
SOUTH GIPPLAND FARMERS MARKET
Time: 8.30am start
Venue: Koonwarra Memorial Park, Koonwarra
Contact: Rod
Telephone: 0408 619 182

05 March – 13 March
VENUS ARTISTS CONTEMPORARY SHOWCASE 2011
‘We are Inspired by the spirit of our environment’
Featuring local artists and performers.
Opening Labour Day Weekend, Sunday 6th March, 2pm. All welcome!
Venue: Venus Bay Community Centre, 27 Canterbury Rd, Venus Bay
Contact: Venus Bay Community Centre
Telephone: 03 5663 7499
Email: vbcc@bigpond.com
09:00 am – 05:00 pm

05 March
CONCERT FOR SUMMER AUTUMN CONCIARTO SERIES
Melbourne’s Firebird Trio presents a program of breathtaking piano by Mozart, Elgar and Beethoven. Firebird Trio includes Benjamin Martin on piano, Zoe
Black on violin, Josephine Vains on cello.
Tickets cost $60 including finger food, wine, & door prizes.
Arrive from 7pm for 8 pm concert.
Venue: Celia Rosser Gallery, Promontory Road, Fish Creek
Contact: Andrew Rosser
Telephone: 03 5683 2628
Website: http://wwwceliarossergallery.com.au

06 March
A WALK THROUGH TIME: STORIES OF LOCH 1876 – 2011
The history of the picturesque village of Loch will soon be told in a combined walk and theatrical performance.
Called, A Walk through Time: Stories of Loch 1876 – 2011, the tour will take about 100 minutes. The audience will be lead through the village, stopping at 6
different sites to hear the stories of two woman pioneers, an early school teacher and reluctant student, a dairy farming couple, a bank clerk, a football team
on the brink of glory and the towns dogged pursuit of a much wanted park.
The walk can be enjoyed on two levels. First, the pleasure of the walk itself, re-imagining the village over time. Second, a deeper appreciation of the life lived
there over the past 130 years, the troubles faced and community forged.
The walk will take place on Sunday March 6 at 11am and 2pm.
Tickets: $5 per person can be purchased from Loch Post Office. Bookings can be made by contacting Gill Heal on 0427 511 507
Venue: Loch Village
Contact: Gill
Telephone: 0427 511 507

06 March
JAZZ @ THE VINES
Live entertainment includes The Coda Trail and Local Young Mystery Band
Venue: Djinta Djinta Winery, 10 Stevens Rd, Kardella South
Contact: Djinta Djinta Winery
Telephone: 03 5658 1163
Website: http://www.djintadjinta.com.au

06 March
JUMBUNNA BUSH MARKET
Time: 8.30am start
Venue: The Main Hall, Jumbunna
Contact: Dawn Wylie
Telephone: 03 5657 3253
06 March
KONGWAK MARKET
10am start
Venue: Korumburra – Wonthaggi Rd., Kongwak
Contact: Jane
Telephone: 0417142478

06 March
SUMMER PIZZA DAYS
Wood Fired Pizzas over summer at Lyrebird Hill Winery. Pizzas by Sam and Rose from Paradise Pizza, Leongatha. Enjoy a glass of wine or two, enjoy the
music and take time out to relax in the Winery Gardens.
Winery open for tastings and sales everyday except Tuesday, 10am – 5pm.
Bookings recommended for larger groups on Pizza Days, for allocation of tables. Ph: 5664 3204.
Venue: Lyre Bird Hill Winery & Guesthouse, 370 Inverloch Rd, Koonwarra
Contact: Lyre Bird Hill Winery
Telephone: 03 5664 3204
Email: rowen@lyrebirdhill.com.au
Website: http://www.lyrebirdhill.com.au

10 March – 22 March
POSTCARDS OF SOUTH GIPPSLAND
RENAE CARMODY
Renae Carmody is a local artist from Leongatha who loves living in beautiful South Gippsland with her husband Warren and three children Philippa, William
and Zara.
In 2000, Renae produced a series of postcards for many towns around South Gippsland because she felt that there was very little acknowledgment of their
landmarks and features, and she wanted locals and tourists to have access to fun and colourful images to send to other parts of Australia and the world.
These designs were enjoyed and well supported locally and were sent to some weird and wonderful places.
Gallery Hours: Open daily, 10am to 4pm
Venue: Stockyard Gallery, Cnr, Main & McDonald Streets Foster
Contact: Stockyard Gallery
Telephone: 03 5682 1125
Website: http://www.stockyardgallery.org.au

11 March – 14 March
INVERLOCH JAZZ FESTIVAL
Full details http://www.inverlochjazzfestival.com
Venue: Various locations in Inverloch
Email: trish.owen@aapt.net.au
Website: http://www.inverlochjazzfestival.com

12 March
COLLECTORS EXHIBITION
Are you the proud owner of a collection of things?
Are you a collector of eclectic items, which you think others may find interesting?
Are you interested in coming to see what people collect?
Then this is the show for you!
Entry: by gold coin donation.
Time: 10am to 3pm
If you are interested in showcasing your collection please contact Karen Tanswell ph: 03 5683 2225 by 4th March.
Venue: Fish Creek Memorial Hall, Fish Creek
Contact: Karen Tanswell
Telephone: 03 5683 2225

12 March
SUMMER PIZZA DAYS
Wood Fired Pizzas over summer at Lyrebird Hill Winery. Pizzas by Sam and Rose from Paradise Pizza, Leongatha. Enjoy a glass of wine or two, enjoy the
music and take time out to relax in the Winery Gardens.
Winery open for tastings and sales everyday except Tuesday, 10am – 5pm.
Bookings recommended for larger groups on Pizza Days, for allocation of tables. Ph: 5664 3204.
Venue: Lyre Bird Hill Winery & Guesthouse, 370 Inverloch Rd, Koonwarra
Contact: Lyre Bird Hill Winery
Telephone: 03 5664 3204
Email: rowen@lyrebirdhill.com.au
Website: http://www.lyrebirdhill.com.au

12 March
TOORA MARKET
Time 8am Start
Venue: Former Bonlac Store, Jetty Rd, Toora
Contact: Joyce
Telephone: 03 5688 1237

12 March – 13 March
TOORA FNC CAMPDRAFT
Venue: Yanakie
Contact: Karen Penney
Telephone: 03 5189 1272
08:00 am – 01:00 pm

12 March
COAL CREEK FARMERS MARKET
Second Saturday of every month. Stallholder applications now open.
If you grow your own produce or make a Food product from local ingredients, contact us for more details.
Phone 03 5655 1811 or email farmersmarket@coalcreekvilliage.com.au
Coal Creek is a local community Farmers’ Market that will be: for genuine producers only (no on-sellers), plastic bag free, and accredited by the Victorian
Farmers Market Association.
Venue: Coal Creek Community Park & Museum, Sth Gippsland Hwy, Korumburra
Contact: Coal Creek
Telephone: 03 5655 1811
Email: farmersmarket@coalcreekvilliage.com.au

13 March
BETFAIR STONY CREEK CUP
The Betfair Stony Creek Cup is the biggest day on the Stony Creek racing calendar.
Come along for the racing, Fashions on the Field, the socialising and just good fun.
For more information on booking a marquee and/or catering please refer to the Stony Creek Race Club website.
Venue: Stony Creek Race Course, Sth. Gippsland Hwy, Stony Creek
Contact: Stony Creek Race Club
Telephone: 03 5664 0099
Fax: 03 5664 7424
Email: enquiries@scrc.com.au
Website: http://www.scrc.com.au/default.htm

13 March
FOSTER & DISTRICT HISTORICAL SOCIETY BOOK LAUNCH
Local author Neil Everitt’s book
They Fished In Wooden Boats is being launched at 2 pm. Neil Everitt has extensively researched the fishing industry around Port Franklin and compliments
his work with great photographs.
The book will be available for sale at the Foster Museum.
Venue: Port Franklin Hall, Tramway Street, Port Franklin
Contact: Mrs N Cripps
Telephone: 035686 2459

13 March
KONGWAK MARKET
10am start
Venue: Korumburra – Wonthaggi Rd., Kongwak
Contact: Jane
Telephone: 0417142478

13 March
LOCH VILLAGE MARKET
Time: 8.30am start
Venue: Railway Siding, Loch
Contact: Ron Payne
Telephone: 03 5659 0212

13 March
PROMONTORY HOME PRODUCE & CRAFT MARKET
Featuring over 200 Stalls, The Home Produce and Craft Market is the biggest market in South Gippsland.
8am start
Entry with Gold coin donation.
Includes train rides for kids, arts and crafts, fresh produce, hot and cold food, plants and much much more.
Venue: Foster Showgrounds. Station St, Foster
Contact: Max Parnell
Telephone: 03 5682 2654

3 March
SUMMER PIZZA DAYS
Wood Fired Pizzas over summer at Lyrebird Hill Winery. Pizzas by Sam and Rose from Paradise Pizza, Leongatha. Enjoy a glass of wine or two, enjoy the
music and take time out to relax in the Winery Gardens.
Winery open for tastings and sales everyday except Tuesday, 10am – 5pm.
Bookings recommended for larger groups on Pizza Days, for allocation of tables. Ph: 5664 3204.
Venue: Lyre Bird Hill Winery & Guesthouse, 370 Inverloch Rd, Koonwarra
Contact: Lyre Bird Hill Winery
Telephone: 03 5664 3204
Email: rowen@lyrebirdhill.com.au
Website: http://www.lyrebirdhill.com.au

13 March
THE POOWONG MOWER MUSTER
What you can expect to see:
A variety of ride on mowers turned into racing machines with 110cc to 450cc engines racing around a track at speeds of up to 70 plus km/h.
Children’s games, Face painting, Jumping Castle and Sam the Koala
Vintage motorbikes racing and display
Racing starts: 10.30am
Admission: Adult $5, kids under 15 Free
Food and Drinks available at the Apex Club
This is an alcohol free event!
All proceeds to the Poowong CFA
Venue: Next to Poowong Nth Hall, Timms Rd, Poowong North
Telephone: 0467 318 333
Website: http://www.arolmra.tk/
Telephone: 0439 831 502

13 March
TIDAL RIVER OPEN SPACE PROJECT MONTHLY WALK
The Tidal River Open Space Project (TROSP) is a community based initiative in partnership with Parks Victoria. The purpose of the project is to design and
construct an integrated open space at Wilsons Promontory National Park on the site of the current playground in Tidal River.
TROSP social walks are held on the second Sunday of every month, leaving at 9.30am from the Cenotaph at Tidal River. Walks are easy and will generally
return to Tidal River for a sumptuous morning tea provided by the TROSP group.
Venue: Cenotaph, Tidal River, Wilsons Promontory National Park.
Contact: Parks Victoria
Telephone: 13 19 63
Email: dana@blminfo.com.au
Website: http://www.parkweb.vic.gov.au
08:00 am – 12:00 pm

13 March
VENUS BAY FARMERS MARKET
Foods, flowers and plants for sale. Benefits the community of Venus Bay.
Venue: Venus Bay Township, Jupiter Blv, Venus Bay
Contact: Lyn Hodges
Telephone: 0409 742 290

14 March
TARWIN LOWER MARKET
Monday Market
8.30am start
Venue: Tarwin Lower Memorial Hall, River Dve, Tarwin Lower
Contact: Carol Dwyer
Telephone: 03 5663 7657
09:00 am – 05:00 pm

14 March
MEENIYAN STONY CREEK FIRE BRIGADE CAR BOOT SALE
More details to follow
Venue: Meeniyan Stony Creek Fire Brigade Station, Whitelaw Street, Meeniyan

19 March
AUTUMN GLORY CONVIVIAL DINNER
3 course dinner including Lucinda Estate Wine.
7pm
$60 per person
Venue: Koonwarra Store, South Gippsland Hwy, Koonwarra
Contact: Koonwarra Store
Telephone: 03 5664 2285
Email: store@koonwarra.com.au

19 March
INVERLOCH FOOD AND WINE FESTIVAL
11am to 5pm. Experience local and regional food and wine. Cooking demonstrations, kids activities plus much more!
Venue: The Glade, Inverloch
Telephone: 1300 366 733
Website: http://www.visitinverloch.com

19 March
MOSSVALE MUSIC FESTIVAL
Lyrebird Presents:
JUSTIN TOWNES EARLE (USA), GLENN RICHARDS, GARETH LIDDIARD, MARTIN SIMPSON (UK), CHRIS WILSON, MICK THOMAS, CHARLES JENKINS,
Just announced: Also appearing Joe Pug (USA) & ‘Little John’ (Aust.)
Ticket Price for tickets purchased prior to the day: Lyrebird Members & Concession $50 + bkg fee / Adults $60 + bkg fee / Family (2Adults + 2 children) $180
+ bkg fee. Under 14 FREE
Gates open: 12.30pm
For tickets and Info: 03 5664 9239 or www.lyrebirdartscouncil.com.au
Venue: Mossvale Park, Mossvale Park Rd, Berrys Creek
Telephone: 5664 9239
Email: lyrebirdarts@hotmail.com
Website: http://www.lyrebirdartscouncil.com.au

19 March
PROM COUNTRY FARMERS MARKET
Time: 8am – 12 noon
Venue: Foster WMAC Hall, Main St., Foster
Contact: Market Manager
Telephone: 03 5682 1345

19 March – 20 March
KORUMBURRA WORKING HORSE AND TRACTOR RALLY
Features:
*Harvest Theme *Dairy display *Clydesdale Horses working in the paddocks *Vintage Tractor Pull *Continuous working displays *Grand Parade each day
*Pioneer skills *Bushmen in action *Sheep Shearing *Blacksmith forging tools *Stationary engines *Vintage cars and trucks *Cow Milking *Butter making
*Working Dogs Display *Various craft and variety stalls *Food stalls
Venue: South Gippsland Highway Nyora
Telephone: 5625 4658
Email: ilolden@dcsi.net.au
Telephone: 5659 4305

20 March
INVERLOCH FARMERS MARKET
Time: 8am to 1pm
Venue: The Glade, INVERLOCH
Contact: Peter Arnold
Telephone: 03 5664 0096

20 March
KONGWAK MARKET
10am start
Venue: Korumburra -Wonthaggi Rd., Kongwak
Contact: Jane
Telephone: 0417142478

20 March
TREE CHANGE DISCOVERY DAY
Are you considering moving to the country? Or have you just bought your ‘tree change’ dream?
Would you like to visit small properties and hobby farms in South Gippsland and benefit from the owners’ experiences?
Would you like to be delighted by diverse rural activities and talk with the owners about the pros and cons of moving to a rural lifestyle?
Would you like to find out how the South Gippsland Landcare Network supports new and small landholders?
We will have 10 open properties and will carefully match your needs with our hosts.
If you are interested in visiting a South Gippsland property or two and talking to the owner about country life please contact Jill Vella – New Landholder
Project Officer, for more information at South Gippsland Landcare Network.
Venue: Various South Gippsland Properties
Contact: Jill Vella
Telephone: 03 5613 5953
Email: jillv@wgcma.vic.gov.au
Telephone: 0417 380 273

20 March – 16 April
REFLECTIONISM – EIGHTY WAYS TO ENJOY LIFE
Eighty Ways to Adore Life – Barry Dickens (Melbourne). Dreams fulfilled by white school chalk as well as imitation Buddhism, coloured inks, a myriad of
coloured pencils and India inks. March 20 to April 16, 2011. Opening Sunday March 20 from 2-5pm.
Gallery Hours: Thursday to Monday: 10am-5pm (closed Tuesday & Wednesday). Extended trading hours/days during holiday peak season.
Venue: Gecko Studio Gallery, 15 Falls Rd, Fish Creek
Contact: Gecko Studio Gallery
Telephone: 03 5683 2481
Email: framing@geckostudiogallery.com.au
Website: http://www.geckostudiogallery.com.au

24 March – 05 April
A DIFFERENT POINT OF VIEW
Paintings in Oil and Acryl by D.L.
The self-taught artist Diana Muenninghoff aka D.L. uses different techniques with which she never feels pleased, always looking for perfection.
Opening: Saturday 26th March at 4pm
Gallery Hours: Open daily, 10am to 4pm
Venue: Stockyard Gallery, Cnr. Main & McDonald Streets Foster
Contact: Stockyard Gallery
Telephone: 03 5682 1125
Website: http://www.stockyardgallery.org.au

24 March – 19 April
THE FELT CONNECTION
Paintings in felt & wearable art.
Leonie Thomas and Pam Booth
Opening night: Saturday March 26th from 6pm to 8pm
Gallery Hours: Open 10am to 4pm daily (Closed Wednedays)
Venue: Yarram Courthouse Gallery, 122 Commercial Rd, Yarram
Contact: Yarram Courthouse Gallery
Telephone: 03 5182 6553
Website: http://www.yarramchgallery.blogspot.com

26 March
A NIGHT IN VIENNA–DJINTA DJINTA WINERY OPERA SERIES
Tickets on sale now…
Includes a glass of bubbles and canapes on arrival. 2 course dinner and show.
Venue: Djinta Djinta Winery, 10 Stevens Rd, Kardella South
Contact: Djinta Djinta Winery
Telephone: 03 5658 1163
Website: http://www.djintadjinta.com.au
26 March
COAL CREEK HISTORIC GHOST TOURS
Come and discover the darker side of local history. Be guided through the haunting atmosphere and listen to stories about Coal Creek’s ghosts.
The tours are not suitable for children under 12. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
The 2 hour tour costs $25 per person, no concessions. Light supper is included.
Tour times 7.30pm to 9.30pm and during day light saving months 8.30pm to 10.30pm.
Tours must be pre-booked and pre-paid. Groups welcome; maximum 20 persons.
For further details visit the Coal Creek Website Events page
For bookings contact Coal Creek
Venue: Coal Creek Community Park and Museum, South Gippsland Hwy, Korumburra
Contact: Coal Creek
Telephone: 03 5655 1811
Email: rowenaa@southgippsland.vic.gov.au
Website: http://www.coalcreekvillage.com.au

26 March
HEARTFELT CELEBRITY CHARITY GOLF DAY
The inagural Heartfelt Celebrity Charity Golf Day will be held on Saturday 26th March in support of the Australian Childhood Foundation, Gippsland Regional Office. The ACF helps and supports children who have been traumatized as victims of child abuse. The funds from the day will go directly to the ACF.
The Heartfelt Celebrity Charity Golf Day is being held at the Port Wines 9 Holes’ Golf Course at BASIA MILLE, in the hills of Waratah Bay, South Gippsland, overlooking Wilson’s Promontory, Corner Inlet, and the Islands of Bass Strait. This course was designed by Malcolm Port, Member, Commonwealth Golf Club and Ric Wines, Member Commonwealth Golf Club and former Australian Amateur Champion. The day will be a “Pro-Am” featuring a number of celebrities (TBA)
How you can be involved:
*Be a heartfelt sponsor – a variety of packages available from basiamille@bigpond.com
*Play a Heartfelt round of golf with a celebrity – $250 to play with a celebrity of your choice, wine and dine in the Green Room, everything included.
*Be a Heartfelt spectator – $55 including a full hot buffet lunch, beverages to be purchased.
*Be a spectator – $25 single entry with local wines and simple fare to be purchased. All support flows directly to the ACF and donations are tax deductible.
Venue: Basia Mille Vineyard, Port Wines Golf Course & Luxury Apartments,
Contact: Basia Mille Vineyard
Telephone: 0414 295 048
Email: basiamille@bigpond.com
Website: http://www.basiamille.com.au

26 March
RAW VIBES MUSIC FESTIVAL
Skipping Girl Vinegar, Stonefield, 8 Bit Love, The Tildes, Spookyfish. Tickets available at the Gate – $15 entry. Alcohol and Drug Free.
Venue: Mossvale Park, Mossvale Park Rd, Berrys Creek
Contact: Sophie Dixon
Telephone: 5662 9202
Email: sophied@southgippsland.vic.gov.au
08:30 am – 01:00 pm

26 March
MIRBOO NORTH MARKET
Art, Craft, Produce and more…
Venue: Baromi Park, Mirboo North
Contact: Maxine
Telephone: 5668 2465
27 March
KONGWAK MARKET
10am start
Venue: Korumburra – Wonthaggi Rd., Kongwak
Contact: Jane
Telephone: 0417142478

28 December—17 September 2011
CREAM AFTER GOLD EXHIBITION
The Foster and District Historical Society invites: All members and friends to the opening of our new exhibition CREAM AFTER GOLD. Phil Tracey, Director of Murray Goulburn Cooperative and Yanakie Dairy Farmer will open the exhibition on Tuesday 28th December at 2pm. All welcome
Museum open: 11am to 4pm daily during school holidays.
Venue: Foster Museum, Main Street Foster

8 January — 26 February
TATTERSALL ALL SORTS — ART EXHIBITION
Tattersall All Sorts – Third Tattersall Family Exhibition – photography, paintings, jewellery, illustrations.
Featuring Cara Tattersall, Conrad Tattersall, David Tattersall, Karl Tattersall, Malcolm Tattersall, Marg Tattersall, Nali Tattersall & Nicole Tattersall.
Opening mingle Saturday January 8, 2pm to 5pm.
Gallery Open: Weekdays 10am to 5pm, Sat 10am to 3pm.
Venue: Mushroom Art/Craft Space, 40 Bair St, Leongatha
Contact: Mushroom Art/Craft, 03 5662 2144

16 January — 19 February
ANOTHER TIME & PLACE — JOURNEYS TO THE WEST
Another Time and Place – Journeys to the West – works in acrylic by Annie Stark. Opening: Sunday January 16th from 2-5pm.
Gallery Hours: Thurs – Mon (Closed Tues, Wed), 10am – 5pm. Extended trading hours/days during holiday peak season.
Venue: Gecko Studio Gallery, 15 Falls Rd, Fish Creek
Contact: Gecko Studio Gallery,  03 5683 2481
Email: framing@geckostudiogallery.com.au
Website: www.geckostudiogallery.com.au

21 January — 22 February
LIFE AQUATIC EXHIBITION
Exhibition starts on January 21st and closes at 1pm on February 22nd.
Event opening: 12noon January 23 with BBQ, live music, & announcement of prize winners in various categories.
Gallery Hours: Open daily, 10am to 4pm
Venue: Stockyard Gallery, Cnr. Main & McDonald Streets Foster
Contact: Stockyard Gallery, 03 5682 1125
Website: http://www.stockyardgallery.org.au

29 January — 24 February
BOB HICKMAN — HERE, THERE AND EVERYWHERE
This show is about my urban explorations, both here and Europe, my fascination with laneways, urban decay and vintage scooters. An ecclectic mix to be sure.
Opening: Sunday 30th January 2011, 2pm – 4 pm
Gallery Hours: Weekdays, 10am to 4pm (Closed Tuesdays), Weekends, 11am to 5pm
Venue: Meeniyan Art Gallery, Whitelaw St, Meeniyan
Contact: Meeniyan Art Gallery, 03 5664 0101
Website:http://www.meeniyanartgallery.com.au

5 February
SOUTH GIPPSLAND FARMERS MARKET
Starting at 8.30am and finishing around 1pm
Venue: Koonwarra Memorial Park, Koala Drive, Koonwarra
Contact: Rod, 0408 619 182
Website: www.koonwarra.vic.au

6 February
SUMMER PIZZA DAYS
Wood Fired Pizzas over summer at Lyrebird Hill Winery. Pizzas by Sam and Rose from Paradise Pizza, Leongatha. Enjoy a glass of wine or two, enjoy the music and take time out to relax in the Winery Gardens.
Winery open for tastings and sales everyday except Tuesday, 10am – 5pm.
Bookings recommended for larger groups on Pizza Days, for allocation of tables.
Ph: 5664 3204.
Venue: Lyre Bird Hill Winery, 370 Inverloch Rd, Koonwarra
Contact: Lyre Bird Hill Winery, 03 5664 3204
Email: rowan@lyrebirdhill.com.au
Website: http://www.lyrebirdhill.com.au

6 February
LOCH CRAFT AND QUILT FESTIVAL
A broad range of quality artisans both individuals and groups, plus suppliers, demonstrations in a wide variety of mediums. among the exhibitors will be Woodcraft, Wood Turning, Quilts and a broad range of crafts.
Venue: Loch Village
Contact: Steve Hickmott, 0401 333 312

6 February
KONGWAK MARKET
10am – 3pm
Venue: Korumburra-Wonthaggi Rd, Kongwak
Contact: Jane, 0417 142 478

6 February
JUMBUNNA BUSH MARKET

Time: 8.30am – 1pm
Venue: The Main Hall, Jumbunna
Contact: Dawn Wylie, 03 5657 3253

11 February — 13 February
KORUMBURRA 34TH ANNUAL ROTARY ART SHOW
Rotary Club of Korumburra.
Friday 11th February: opening and preview at 7.30pm, Saturday 12th February: 10am to 9pm and Sunday 13th February: 10am to 3.30pm
Director Stewart Woods 5674 2019.
Judge John Duncan-Firth
Venue: Federation Rotary Art Gallery, Cnr Commercial & King Sts, Korumburra
Contact: Stewart Woods, 03 5674 2019

12 February — 13 February
116TH ANNUAL KORUMBURRA SHOW
Miss Show Girl, The Great Apple Pie Competition, Photo Competition, Pet Parade, Cattle, Poultry, Black and Coloured Sheep, Horses, Exhibit Pavillion including Farm and Garden, Home Products, Produce, Plants, Art and more, Snakebusters, Tristan Wilson FMX and a Beaut Ute Competition. And Geoffrey W Graham – Dinkum Oz Entertainment!
For a Show Program or further details phone The Secretary: Mrs Creel Waugh 03 5655 2648 or 03 5662 4746 preferably between the hours of 10am to 4pm.
Venue: Korumburra Recreation Reserve and Showgrounds, Sth Gippsland Hwy, Korumburra
Contact: Mrs Creel Waugh 03 5655 2648, Or for Beaut Ute Comp: Sam Matthews on 0408 538 464

12 February
CONVIVIAL ROSE DINNER
Celebrating Valentines Day. Best seasonal local produce matched with the best Rose wines.
Venue: Koonwarra Store, South Gippsland Hwy, Koonwarra
Contact: Koonwarra Store, 03 5664 3204
Website: http://koonwarra.vic.au/local-businesses/koonwarra-food-wine-produce-store

12 February — 13 February
TWO COLOUR ETCHING WORKSHOP — KATE ZIZYS
This is the second workshop for 2011. Tutor Kate Zizys presents a two colour etching workshop over 2 days. Costs: $280 which includes morning tea and lunch and materials. Bookings essential. places limited.
Time: 9.30am to 4.30pm
Venue: Gecko Studio Gallery, 15 Falls Rd, Fish Creek
Contact: Kerry or Michael, Gecko Studio Gallery,  03 5683 2481
Email: framing@geckostudiogallery.com.au
Website: www.geckostudiogallery.com.au

12 February
COAL CREEK FARMERS MARKET
Coal Creek is a local community Farmers’ Market that will be: for genuine producers only (no on-sellers), plastic bag free, and accredited by the Victorian Farmers Market Assoctation.
Time: 8am – 1pm
Venue: Coal Creek Community Park & Museum, South Gippsland Hwy, Korumburra
Contact: Coal Creek, 03 5655 1811
Website: http://www.coalcreekvillage.com.au

12 February
TOORA MARKET
8am – 12.30pm
Venue: Former Bonlac Store, Jetty Rd, Toora
Contact: Joyce, 5688 1237

13 February
TIDAL RIVER OPEN SPACE PROJECT — MONTHLY WALK
Meet at the Cenotaph at 9.30am for a monthly walk with members of the TROSP. Morning tea is provided.
The Tidal River Open Space Project (TROSP) is a community based initiative in partnership with Parks Victoria. The purpose of the project is to design and construct an intergrated open space at Wilsons Promontory National Park on the site of the current playground in Tidal River.
Venue: Cenotaph, Tidal River, Wilson’s Promontory National Park.
Contact: Parks Victoria 13 19 63
Email: danablminfo.com.au
Website: http://www.parkweb.vic.gov.au

13 February
SUMMER PIZZA DAYS
Wood Fired Pizzas over summer at Lyrebird Hill Winery. Pizzas by Sam and Rose from Paradise Pizza, Leongatha. Enjoy a glass of wine or two, enjoy the music and take time out to relax in the Winery Gardens.
Winery open for tastings and sales everyday except Tuesday, 10am – 5pm.
Bookings recommended for larger groups on Pizza Days, for allocation of tables.
Ph: 5664 3204.
Venue: Lyre Bird Hill Winery, 370 Inverloch Rd, Koonwarra
Contact: Lyre Bird Hill Winery, 03 5664 3204
Email: rowan@lyrebirdhill.com.au
Website: http://www.lyrebirdhill.com.au

13 February
THE GREAT DUCK RACE
Time: Noon onwards
Venue: Franklin River Reserve, Toora
Contact: Danny 0413 238 293

13 February
KONGWAK MARKET
Time: 10 am – 3 pm
Venue: Korumburra – Wonthaggi Road, Kongwak
Contact: Jane 0417 142 478

13 February
LOCH VILLAGE MARKET
Time: Starts 8.30am
Venue: Railway Siding, Loch
Contact: Ron Payne, 03 5659 0212

19 February — 20 February
YANAKIE CAMP DRAFT
Two day feature event.  Food available.
Venue: Yanakie camp draft arena, Millers Road, Yanakie
Contact: Sue Thorburn 03 56822348

19 February
PROM COUNTRY FARMERS MARKET
8am – 12noon
Venue: Foster WMAC Hall, Main St, Foster
Contact: Juneen, 03 5680 8509

20 February — 19 March
NEW WORKS BY SUE GILFORD
New Works by Sue Gilford – 2D & 3D works.
Opening Sunday February 20th from 2-5pm.
Gallery Hours: Thurs – Mon (Closed Tues, Wed), 10am – 5pm. Extended trading hours/days during holiday peak season.
Venue: Gecko Studio Gallery, 15 Falls Rd, Fish Creek
Contact: Gecko Studio Gallery,  03 5683 2481
Email: framing@geckostudiogallery.com.au
Website: www.geckostudiogallery.com.au

20 February
SUMMER PIZZA DAYS
Wood Fired Pizzas over summer at Lyrebird Hill Winery. Pizzas by Sam and Rose from Paradise Pizza, Leongatha. Enjoy a glass of wine or two, enjoy the music and take time out to relax in the Winery Gardens.
Winery open for tastings and sales everyday except Tuesday, 10am – 5pm.
Bookings recommended for larger groups on Pizza Days, for allocation of tables.
Ph: 5664 3204.
Venue: Lyre Bird Hill Winery, 370 Inverloch Rd, Koonwarra
Contact: Lyre Bird Hill Winery, 03 5664 3204
Email: rowan@lyrebirdhill.com.au
Website: http://www.lyrebirdhill.com.au

20 February
INVERLOCH FARMERS MARKET
Fresh Food and Produce
Time: 8am – 1pm
Venue: The Glade, Inverloch
Contact: Robert Arnold, 03 5664 0096

20 February
KONGWAK MARKET
Time: 10am – 3pm
Venue: Korumburra – Wonthaggi Road, Kongwak
Contact: Jane, 0417 142 478

24 February — 8 March
3 B ONE — ART WORKS BY ROD ADAMS
RjA 3B1!
Surreal Landscapes and a twist on the realistic art works from Rod Adams.
For more details visit http://www.stockyardgallery.org.au/coming-exhibitions.
Gallery Hours: Open daily, 10am to 4pm
Venue: Stockyard Gallery, Cnr. Main & McDonald Streets Foster
Contact: Stockyard Gallery, 03 5682 1125
Website: http://www.stockyardgallery.org.au

24 February — 27 February
TARWIN VALLEY @ DUMBALK CAMP DRAFT
Three days of camp draft action.  Food available.
Venue: Dumbalk Recreation Reserve
Contact: Heather Walker  0418 564157
Website: http://www.gippslandcampdrafting.org.au

26 February
FOSTER SHOW
Horses, Cattle, Alpacas and More. Horticulture, Food, Art, and Craft Exhibits. Free Family Entertainment. Show Bags and Rides, Live music with special guests, Sheaf Tossing, Dog High Jump… and so much more. Check out the website for more details.
Venue: Foster showgrounds, Station Rd, Foste
Website: http://fostershow.wordpress.com

26 February
NINTH ANNUAL DUMBALK VILLAGE MARKET
Starting at 8am
Plants, Cooking, Bric-a-brac, Raffles, Craft, BBQ Stalls are available for: Inside $15, Outside $10 Trestles are available to hire for minimal charge on request.

To book a stall – contact Bev 03 5664 4344
Venue: Dumbalk Hall, Farmers Rd Dumbalk
Contact: Bev, 03 5664 4344

26 February
MIRBOO NORTH MARKET
8.30am-1pm
Venue: Baromi Park, Main St, Mirboo North
Contact: Maxine, 03 5668 2465

27 February
SUMMER PIZZA DAYS
Wood Fired Pizzas over summer at Lyrebird Hill Winery. Pizzas by Sam and Rose from Paradise Pizza, Leongatha. Enjoy a glass of wine or two, enjoy the music and take time out to relax in the Winery Gardens.
Winery open for tastings and sales everyday except Tuesday, 10am – 5pm.
Bookings recommended for larger groups on Pizza Days, for allocation of tables.
Ph: 5664 3204.
Venue: Lyre Bird Hill Winery, 370 Inverloch Rd, Koonwarra
Contact: Lyre Bird Hill Winery, 03 5664 3204
Email: rowan@lyrebirdhill.com.au
Website: http://www.lyrebirdhill.com.au

27 February
MUSIC FOR THE PEOPLE CONCERT
Featuring the Victorian Concert Orchestra, South Gippsland Shire Brass Band, South Gippsland Wind Orchestra, Brown’s Cows Orchestra. Refreshments available from Mirboo North Scouts and Cubs. Bring Own chairs or picnic blanket.
Tickets available at gate. $10 entry – companion card accepted.
Gates open at 11 am.
Venue: Mossvale Park, Mossvale Park Road, Berry’s Creek
Contact: Sophie Dixon, 0356629202
Email: sophied@southgippsland.vic.gov.au

27 February
COAL CREEK APEX BILLY CART DERBY
Details to be announced soon.
Venue: Coal Creek Community Park & Museum, South Gippsland Hwy, Korumburra
Contact: Coal Creek 03 56551811
Website: www.coalcreekvillage.com.au

27 February
KONGWAK MARKET
10am – 3pm
Venue: Korumburra-Wonthaggi Rd, Kongwak
Contact: Jane, 0417 142 478

30 October — 12 December

LEONGATHA PAINTERS GROUP — SUMMER ARTS AT THE WINERY
Open everyday except Tuesday, 10am to 5pm
Venue: Lyre Bird Hill Winery, 370 Inverloch Rd, Koonwarra
Contact: Lyre Bird Hill Winery, 03 5664 3204
Email: rowan@lyrebirdhill.com.au
Website: http://www.lyrebirdhill.com.au

21 November—18 December
WATERLINES — MEGAN DELL
Paintings, drawings and mixed media – inspired by stencil and street art.
Opening: Sunday November 21st from 2pm-5pm.
Gallery Hours: Thurs – Mon (Closed Tues, Wed), 10am – 5pm. Extended trading hours/days during holiday peak season.
Venue: Gecko Studio Gallery, 15 Falls Rd, Fish Creek
Contact: Gecko Studio Gallery,  03 5683 2481
Email: framing@geckostudiogallery.com.au
Website: www.geckostudiogallery.com.au

25 November—14 December
THE USUAL TWIST
Meeniyan artist Mary Ham and her daughter Deborah Jones (who has recently moved to Castlemaine) share the gallery space in a lively and thought-provoking show. Mary specialises in drawing, printmaking and etching while her daughter works with oils on canvas.
Gallery hours: Open daily including gift shop from 10am – 4pm.
Venue: Stockyard Gallery, Cnr. Main & McDonald Streets, Foster
Contact: Stockyard Gallery, 03 5682 1125
Email: info@stockyardgallery.org.au
Website: http://www.stockyardgallery.org.au

27 November—23 December
THE PAINTER AND THE FURNITURE MAKER
Exhibition by Christine Cochran & Keith Graham
Opening: Sunday 28th November from 2-4pm by Phil Henshall.
Gallery Hours: Weekdays, 10am to 4pm (Closed Tuesdays), Weekends, 11am to 5pm
Venue: Meeniyan Art Gallery, Whitelaw St, Meeniyan
Contact: Meeniyan Art Gallery, 03 5664 0101
Website:http://www.meeniyanartgallery.com.au
3 December
CONVIVIAL LIFESTYLE LUNCH
3 course lunch hosted by Thomas Burge with Kerry Spokes from Gecko Studio Gallery as guest speaker.
Costs: $40 per head all wines $9 per glass.
Venue: Koonwarra Store, Koala Drive, Koonwarra
Contact: Koonwarra Store 03 5664 2285
Email: store@koonwarrastore.com.au

4 December
STONY CREEK RACING — CHRISTMAS CARNIVAL
Stony Creek Race Club’s Pre- Christmas Meet including an appearance from Santa Claus. A perfect day out with the family or for your work Christmas break up.
For more information on booking a private marquee, a corporate function or catering, visit the Stony Creek Races website.
Venue: Stony Creek Race Course, South Gippsland Hwy, Stony Creek
Website: Stony Creek Race Club, 03 5664 0099
Email: enquiries@scrc.com.au
Website: http://www.scrc.com.au/default.htm
4 December
HISTORIC LAUNCH
Historical Launch of two Rail Motor’s with Motor Trailor being run as one, which we believe is a first in Victorian Railway’s. DERM RM 55 & 61 with MT 200 will run a first trip for media and members then the second trip will be open to the public to join in on this historical moment.
Venue: South Gippsland Tourist Railway, Station St, Korumburra
Contact: South Gippsland Tourist Railway, 5658 1111
4 December — 5 December
KILN OPENING AND EXHIBITION
Robert Barron and Gooseneck Pottery invite you to a Kiln Opening and Exhibition.
Pots from the latest firing, throwing demonstrations, inspect the kiln and workshop, kiln talk and wine and cheese.
Time: 10am to 5pm
Venue: Gooseneck Pottery, 60 Kardella – Fairbank Rd, Kardella
Contact: Gooseneck Pottery, 03 5655 2405
Email: gooseneckpottery@dcsi.net.au
Website: http://www.gooseneckpottery.com.au

4 December
SOUTH GIPPSLAND FARMERS MARKET
Starting at 8am and finishing around 1pm
Venue: Koonwarra Memorial Park, Koala Drive, Koonwarra
Contact: Juliet Klauer, 03 5659 8208
Website: www.koonwarra.vic.au

4 December
JUMBUNNA BUSH MARKET
Time: 8.30am – 1pm
Venue: The Main Hall, Jumbunna
Contact: Dawn Wylie, 03 5657 3253

4 December
TARWIN LOWER TWILIGHT MARKET
Venue: Tarwin Lower Memorial Hall
Contact: Carol Dwyer, 03 5663 7657

5 December
SUMMER PIZZA DAYS
Wood Fired Pizzas over summer at Lyrebird Hill Winery. Pizzas by Sam and Rose from Paradise Pizza, Leongatha. Enjoy a glass of wine or two, enjoy the music and take time out to relax in the Winery Gardens.
Winery open for tastings and sales everyday except Tuesday, 10am – 5pm.
Bookings recommended for larger groups on Pizza Days, for allocation of tables.
Ph: 5664 3204.
Venue: Lyre Bird Hill Winery, 370 Inverloch Rd, Koonwarra
Contact: Lyre Bird Hill Winery, 03 5664 3204
Email: rowan@lyrebirdhill.com.au
Website: http://www.lyrebirdhill.com.au

5 December
KONGWAK MARKET
10am – 3pm
Venue: Korumburra-Wonthaggi Rd, Kongwak
Contact: Jane, 0417 142 478
5 December
PROMONTORY HOME PRODUCE & CRAFT MARKET
Featuring over 200 Stalls, The Home Produce and Craft Market is the biggest market in South Gippsland.
Entry with Gold coin donation.
Includes train rides for kids, arts and crafts, fresh produce, hot and cold food, plants and much much more.
Starts: 8am
Venue: Foster Showgrounds, Station St, Foster
Contact: Max Parnell, 03 5682 2654
11 December
FISH CREEK FNC CAMPDRAFT
This true Aussie sport began in the cattle camps of the outback, where riders were required to select a beast out from the mob. This took the combined skill of horse and rider working together as one, as most cattle resent being separated from the mob. Over time, these skills were developed into the uniquely Australian sport as we see it today.
Popular for the whole family!
Venue: Yanakie Reserve, 3600 Meeniyan-Promontory Rd, Yanakie
Contact: Veronica Park, 03 5663 6279

11 December
MIRBOO NORTH IDOL
Mirboo North Swimming Pool Committee and the Mirboo North Youth @ The Grainstore are holding an event which features Nessie and Salubrious at 11 am and Idol which starts at 1 pm. Special guest judge is Angus McLaren, TV star and MC is Megan Harris from 3GGG.
Busker and contestants $5. Gold Coin donations upon entry.
BBQ food, tea and coffee for sale.  Strictly no passouts, no alchol, no smoking.
Venue: Mirboo North pool, Baths Road, Mirboo North

Contact: Mary, 03 5668 1643

Website: http://www.mirboonorth.vic.au/pool

11 December — 12 December
KILN OPENING AND EXHIBITION
Robert Barron and Gooseneck Pottery invite you to a Kiln Opening and Exhibition.
Pots from the latest firing, throwing demonstrations, inspect the kiln and workshop, kiln talk and wine and cheese.
Time: 10am to 5pm
Venue: Gooseneck Pottery, 60 Kardella – Fairbank Rd, Kardella
Contact: Gooseneck Pottery, 03 5655 2405
Email: gooseneckpottery@dcsi.net.au
Website: http://www.gooseneckpottery.com.au

11 December
COAL CREEK FARMERS MARKET
Coal Creek is a local community Farmers’ Market that will be: for genuine producers only (no on-sellers), plastic bag free, and accredited by the Victorian Farmers Market Assoctation.
Time: 8am – 1pm
Venue: Coal Creek Community Park & Museum, South Gippsland Hwy, Korumburra
Contact: Coal Creek, 03 5655 1811
Website: http://www.coalcreekvillage.com.au

11 December
TOORA MARKET
8am – 12.30pm
Venue: Former Bonlac Store, Jetty Rd, Toora
Contact: Joyce, 5688 1237
11 December
MIRBOO NORTH MARKET
8.30am-1pm
Venue: Baromi Park, Main St, Mirboo North
Contact: Maxine, 03 5668 2465

12 December
TIDAL RIVER OPEN SPACE PROJECT — MONTHLY WALK
Meet at the Cenotaph at 9.30am for a monthly walk with members of the TROSP. Morning tea is provided and normal Park fees are waivered.
The Tidal River Open Space Project (TROSP) is a community based initiative in partnership with Parks Victoria. The purpose of the project is to design and construct an intergrated open space at Wilsons Promontory National Park on the site of the current playground in Tidal River.
This social walk will be to Darby River
Venue: Cenotaph, Tidal River, Wilson’s Promontory National Park.
Contact: Parks Victoria 13 19 63
Email: danablminfo.com.au
Website: http://www.parkweb.vic.gov.au

12 December
THE SOUTH GIPPSLAND SINGERS — ANNUAL CHRISTMAS CONCERT
The South Gippsland Singers invite you to attend their Annual Christmas Concert with guest soloists Joyce Brown & Patrick Lanigan.
Commencing at 2.30 pm.
Proceeds to Leongatha SES.
Costs: $12 per ticket. Children free.
Venue: Dakers Centre, cnr Smith and Watts Street, Leongatha

12 December
KONGWAK MARKET
Time: 10am – 3pm
Venue: Korumburra-Wonthaggi Rd, Kongwak
Contact: Jane, 0417 142 478
12 December
LOCH VILLAGE MARKET
Time: Starts 8.30am
Venue: Railway Siding, Loch
Contact: Ron Payne, 03 5659 0212
16 December—4 January
THE EARTH SPEAKS
Lisa Kennedy, an indigenous artist from Toora has created approximately 70 delightful watercolour and gouache illustrations with accompanying story for her forthcoming children’s book The Earth Speaks Parts I & II. First launched in October at the Koori Heritage Trust Centre in Melbourne, a selection of the works will be exhibited at our gallery from December 16 until January 4. The opening event at 11am on Saturday December 18 will include a multimedia installation with Wiradjuri woman, Naretha Williams.
For more details visit http://www.stockyardgallery.org.au/coming-exhibitions.
Gallery hours: Open daily including gift shop from 10am – 4pm.
Venue: Stockyard Gallery, Cnr. Main & McDonald Streets, Foster
Contact: Stockyard Gallery, 03 5682 1125
Email: info@stockyardgallery.org.au
Website: http://www.stockyardgallery.org.au

17 December
CAROLS AT THE CREEK
Carols by Candlelight, 6.00pm – 11.00pm
Venue: Coal Creek Community Park & Museum, Sth Gippsland Hwy, Korumburra
Contact: Coal Creek, 5655 1811
Website: http://www.coalcreekvillage.com.au

18 December
CAROLS IN THE DOME — LEONGATHA
The evening commences at 6pm with children’s activities including jumping castles etc. Food will be available for sale.
Carols commence at 7.45 pm and the evening will conclude with a fireworks display.
Venue: Leongatha Velodrome, Roughead St (Strzelecki Hwy), Leongatha

18 December
GHOST TOURS AT COAL CREEK
Come and discover the darker side of local history. Be guided through the haunting atmosphere and listen to stories about Coal Creek’s ghosts.
The tours are not suitable for children under 12. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
The 2 hour tour costs $25per person, no concessions. Light supper is included.
Tour times 7.30pm to 9.30pm and during day light saving months 8.30pm – 10.30pm.
Tours must be pre-booked and pre-paid. Groups welcome; maximum 20 persons.
For further details visit the Coal Creek Website Events page www.coalcreekvillage.com.au. For bookings contact Coal Creek on 03 5655 1811 or email rowenaa@southgippsland.vic.gov.au.
Venue: Coal Creek Community Park & Museum, Sth Gippsland Hwy, Korumburra
Contact: Coal Creek, 5655 1811

18 December — 30 January
SCULPTURE IN THE VINEYARD
Open every day, 10am to 5pm
Venue: Lyre Bird Hill Winery, 370 Inverloch Rd, Koonwarra
Contact: Lyre Bird Hill Winery, 03 5664 3204
Email: rowan@lyrebirdhill.com.au
Website: http://www.lyrebirdhill.com.au

18 December
PROM COUNTRY FARMERS MARKET
8am – 12noon
Venue: Foster WMAC Hall, Main St, Foster
Contact: Juneen, 03 5680 8509

19 December—15 January
SOUTH GIPPSLANDSCAPES — LINDA GIBBS
South GippsLandscapes – Linda Gibbs (Melbourne and Fish Creek). Paintings exploring the dramatic atmospheres of the Southernmost point of Australia’s mainland.
Opening: Sunday December 19th from 2-5pm.
Gallery Hours: Thurs – Mon (Closed Tues, Wed), 10am – 5pm. Extended trading hours/days during holiday peak season.
Venue: Gecko Studio Gallery, 15 Falls Rd, Fish Creek
Contact: Gecko Studio Gallery,  03 5683 2481
Email: framing@geckostudiogallery.com.au
Website: www.geckostudiogallery.com.au

19 December
KONGWAK MARKET

10am – 3pm
Venue: Korumburra-Wonthaggi Rd, Kongwak
Contact: Jane, 0417 142 478

19 December
INVERLOCH FARMERS MARKET
Fresh Food and Produce
Time: 8am – 1pm
Venue: The Glade, Inverloch
Contact: Robert Arnold, 03 5664 0096

26 December
KONGWAK MARKET
10am – 3pm
Venue: Korumburra-Wonthaggi Rd, Kongwak
Contact: Jane, 0417 142 478

27 December
SUMMER PIZZA DAYS
Wood Fired Pizzas over summer at Lyrebird Hill Winery. Pizzas by Sam and Rose from Paradise Pizza, Leongatha. Enjoy a glass of wine or two, enjoy the music and take time out to relax in the Winery Gardens.
Winery open for tastings and sales everyday except Tuesday, 10am – 5pm.
Bookings recommended for larger groups on Pizza Days, for allocation of tables.
Ph: 5664 3204.
Venue: Lyre Bird Hill Winery, 370 Inverloch Rd, Koonwarra
Contact: Lyre Bird Hill Winery, 03 5664 3204
Email: rowan@lyrebirdhill.com.au
Website: http://www.lyrebirdhill.com.au
27 December — 28 January
SUMMER BY THE PROM
Summer activities including Junior Ranger Program (5-12 years).
Bookings Required. Small Charge
Venue: Tidal River, Wilson’s Promontory National Park.
Contact: Parks Victoria 13 19 63

27 December
TARWIN LOWER MARKET
Time: 8.30am to 2pm
Venue: Tarwin Lower Memorial Hall, River Dve (Main St), Tarwin Lower
Contact: Carol Dwyer, 03 5663 7657

28 December
STONY CREEK RACING — FAMILY CARNIVAL
Come along and enjoy this fantastic day out at the races with your family.
Includes a jumping castle, childrens playground, live music and much more fun for young and old.
For furthur information on the Family Carnival day visit the Stony Creek Race Club website.
Venue: Stony Creek Race Course, South Gippsland Hwy, Stony Creek
Website: Stony Creek Race Club, 03 5664 0099
Email: enquiries@scrc.com.au
Website: http://www.scrc.com.au/default.htm
28 December
SUMMER PIZZA DAYS
Wood Fired Pizzas over summer at Lyrebird Hill Winery. Pizzas by Sam and Rose from Paradise Pizza, Leongatha. Enjoy a glass of wine or two, enjoy the music and take time out to relax in the Winery Gardens.
Winery open for tastings and sales everyday except Tuesday, 10am – 5pm.
Bookings recommended for larger groups on Pizza Days, for allocation of tables.
Ph: 5664 3204.
Venue: Lyre Bird Hill Winery, 370 Inverloch Rd, Koonwarra
Contact: Lyre Bird Hill Winery, 03 5664 3204
Email: rowan@lyrebirdhill.com.au
Website: http://www.lyrebirdhill.com.au

28 December — 17 September 2011
HISTORY OF DAIRY FARMING IN SOUTH GIPPSLAND
Foster and District Historical Society present an exhibition on the history of dairy farming in South Gippsland.
Foster Museum open: Saturdays and Sundays 11am – 4pm
Venue: Foster Museum, Main St, Foster
29 December — 2 January
PROM COAST SUMMER FESTIVAL
It’s a Family New Year at the PROM COAST FESTIVAL!
Lots to do: Sand Sculpting, Black Light Puppets, Come and Try Fishing Day, ‘Beloka Dog Trials’ – working kelpies, Family History (Open Day), Historic Drive, Boat Trips/Sea Beds, Touch Tanks and much much more…
Venue: Port Welshpool, Welshpool, Toora and Mt. Best
Contact: Prom Coast Summer Festival Committee, 03 5688 1051
Email: rtcwelshpool@bigpond.com
Website: http://www.promcoastsummerfestival.com
31 December
DEGUSTATION DINNER
Degustation dinner. $99 per person
Set menu:
Pea panna cotta, snow pea tendrils
Seared scallop confit pork belly, apple, braised mushrooms
Champagne sorbet, achacha granita
Dry aged Gippsland Black Angus porterhouse, Belgrano truffle butter, foie gras, Deep Creek organic zucchini flower
Tarago River brie, lavosh, quince paste, fig and anise bread
Rose water nougat semifreddo, scorched berries, chocolate biscuit
Tea and coffee
Time: 6pm to midnight
Venue: Archies on the Creek
Contact: Janice Orchard or Sierra Dunton 5678 7787
Email: janice@archiesonthecreek.com.au
Website: http://www.archiesonthecreek.com.au

31 December
NEW YEARS EVE PARTY @ ARCHIES ON THE CREEK
Lionel Loves Vinyl plays live Bring in the New Year at the NEW YEARS EVE PARTY in the VR Room and New Sports Bar!
LIONEL LOVES VINYL
This popular local band plays hits from the 70s and 80s and will have the crowd on their feet dancing in the New Year!
$20 per person (includes one free house beverage)
Limited space available so bookings are recommended.
Time: 6pm to midnight
Venue: Archies on the Creek
Contact: Janice Orchard or Sierra Dunton 5678 7787
Email: janice@archiesonthecreek.com.au
Website: http://www.archiesonthecreek.com.au