Meeniyan Motel

Down load the Prom Country Walks Brochure 

and enter a competition to win 2 nights for 2 people at the Wilderness Retreat at Wilsons Promontory  National Park valued at $500 Entrys Close 16 March 2012

The Brochure includes the following South Gippsland walks

Great Southern Rail Trail – Leongatha to Foster

Lyrebird Forest Walk – Mirboo North

Bird Hide Walk – Toora

Welshpool Pathway – Welshpool

Port Franklin Board Walk – Port Franklin

Bald Hills Wetlands Walk – Tarwin Lower

Roy Henderson Walk – Sandy Point

Point Smythe – Venus Bay

Olsens Walk – Korumburra

Big Drift – Wilsons Promontory National Park

Picnic Bay – Wilsons Promontory National Park

Lilly Pilly nature walk – Wilsons Promontory National Park

Squeaky Beach (via Tidal overlook) – Wilsons Promontory National Park

Darby Saddle to Tongue Point – Wilsons Promontory National Park

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.

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

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

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

16 May—19 June
TREES OF GIPPSLAND
Colin Bennison, in this solo exhibition of paintings and drawings, pays tribute to the essential tree and makes us aware of their contribution to the visual beauty of Gippsland’s glorious landcsape.
Gallery Hours: Open Thursday to Monday (Closed Tuesday & Wednesday)
10am – 5pm
Venue: Gecko Studio Gallery, 15 Falls Rd, Fish Creek
Contact: Gecko Studio Gallery,  03 5683 2481
Website: www.geckostudiogallery.com.au

20 May—8 June
POTS & PAINTINGS EXHIBITION
New pots by ceramic artist Malcolm Boyd plus a mixed exhibition of wonderful watercolours.
Gallery Hours: Open daily, 10am – 4pm
Venue: Stockyard Gallery, Main St, Foster

Contact: 03 5682 1125
Email: info@stockyardgallery.org.au
Website: www.stockyardgallery.org.au

29 May—24 June
‘METAL ART AND SCULPTURE’ — JACQ OF HEARTS EXHIBITION
Meeniyan Art Gallery invites you to ‘METAL ART & SCULPTURE’. An exhibition by Jacquie Burslem.
Jacquie has been creating beautiful Jewellery for 24 years. She also loves working with Copper and Metals creating wonderful pieces on a larger scale. Her inspiration comes from travels to Central Australia and living by the ocean on Phillip Island.
Opening Sunday 30th May from 2pm – 4pm
Gallery hours: Weekdays, 10-4pm (closed Tuesday), Weekends, 11-5pm
Venue: Meeniyan Art Gallery, Whitelaw St, Meeniyan
Contact: Meeniyan Art Gallery, 03 5664 0101 OR Winsome Richards, 0429 817 631
Website: http://www.meeniyanartgallery.com.au

1 June—30 June
“FEEL FREE” EXHIBITION
Paintings by Bub Clark.
Gallery Hours: Monday – Friday 10.00am to 5.30 pm, Saturday 10.00am – 3.00 pm
Venue: Mushroom Art / Craft Space, 40 Bair St, Leongatha
Contact: Margaret Tattersall, 03 5662 2144
Email: mushroomcrafts@dcsi.net.au

5 June
RED LIGHT RIDE
For full details about the ride including registration please go to www.redlightride.com
Venue: Boolarra
Contact: 0431 598 240
Email: mail@redlightride.com
Website: www.redlightride.com

5 June
LEONGATHA PRIMARY SCHOOL BALL
Local band “Red Sector A” will be playing.
Tickets cost $35 per person.
Bring your own supper and drinks with finger food on arrival.
Venue: To be announced
Contact: Jenny
Website: 0488 106 675

5 June
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

6 June
NYORA SPEEDBOWL (RESCHEDULED MEETING FROM 8TH MAY 2010)
Features VSC Standard Saloon Junior Title
Costs: Adults $15, Kids (10 – 16) $10 Pensioners $10 Family $50
Venue: Nyora Speedbowl, Recreation Reserve, Nyora
Contact: 0429 847 888

6 June
FOUR PATHS TO DIETARY CHANGE — MAKING THE BIG CHANGE (FIRST STEPS!)
THE PATHS TO ZENERGETIC FOODS.
Four paths to dietary change. Jennie and Hess Strengers extend their substantial knowledge of vegan based food preperation and theory from their guests at Zenergie to the wider public. Watch the food preparation and then sample the results.

Session 1: 10am start. MAKING THE BIG CHANGE (FIRST STEPS!!)
Morning tea and lunch and watch it being made and be given lots of ideas to transform your diet to greater health. An introductory and inspirational morning of ideas to bring greater nutritional awareness into you life and show you how to begin making the changes from the conventional Standard Australian Diet (SAD).

Cost: $55 per person. Includes the demonstration and all foods (morning tea and lunch) and select handouts of recipes.
For more information contact us and have a chat and/or we can post or email a more in depth schedule of the day. A full information sheet is also sent with registration.
If the dates dont suit you, register your interest so we can look at fitting you in at some other time. Minimum numbers required are 3 and maximum 5.
Venue: 45 Inverloch Rd, Kongwak
Contact: Zenergie, 03 5657 4490 or 0409 295 657

6 June
CELEBRATING YOUR CORNER INLET
Making the connection between the work of community groups, landholders and agencies and the health of Corner Inlet. Come along and enjoy bacon, eggs and a coffee with us as we celebrate the good work already done and look towards the future. Hear about the wondrous wetlands, underwater treasures and the great work being done by local landholders to help protect them. RSVP by 31st May 2010.
Time: 10am – 12 Noon
Venue: Yanakie Caravan Park, Foley’s Rd, Yanakie
Contact: Marnie Speed, 1300 094 262.
Email: marnis@wgcma.vic.gov.au

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

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

10 June—6 July
STITCHING UP A STORM
Stockyard Gallery’s 2010 Textile Exhibition.

Gallery Hours: 10am – 4pm
Venue: Stockyard Gallery, Main St, Foster
Contact: 03 5682 1125
Email: info@stockyardgallery.org.au
Website: www.stockyardgallery.org.au

11 June
‘OFFICIAL FOOD & WINE FESTIVAL’, OPENING COCKTAIL PARTY
Live music at The Gilded Lily Restaurant & Bar.
Bookings Ph: 5659 4488
Venue: The Gilded Lily Restaurant & Bar, 35 Victoria Rd, Loch
Contact: The Gilded Lily Restaurant & Bar, 03 5659 4488
Email: thegildedlily@bigpond.com
Website: http://gildedlily.com.au

12 June
‘A TASTE OF GIPPSLAND’ GOURMET DINNER
7pm start. $60per person. Bookings essential
Bookings Ph: 5659 4488
Venue: The Gilded Lily Restaurant & Bar, 35 Victoria Rd, Loch
Contact: The Gilded Lily Restaurant & Bar, 03 5659 4488
Email: thegildedlily@bigpond.com
Website: http://gildedlily.com.au

12 June
CONVIVIAL DINNER
The June Convivial Dinner is special in that we are in the first month of Winter when the produce on offer is rich and rare. Book yourself a seat at our shared tables and savour some of the best food and wine in Gippsland ~ Koonwarra Store
Time: 7pm

Venue: Koonwarra Store, South Gippsland Hwy, Koonwarra
Contact: Koonwarra Store, 03 5664 2285
Email: store@koonwarrastore.com.au
Website: http://www.koonwarra.vic.au

12 June
COOK AND CO. CONCERT
Soprano Theresa Borg,
Violinist Severin Donnenberg,
Pianist Janis Cook
Renowned for its fine musicians and creative artistry, COOK & CO. performs music by Korngold, Prokofiev, Bernstein and others inspired by Shakespeare to write some of their most memorable melodies.
Time: 7.30pm
Tickets: $20 / $15 (children 12 & under free). Tickets can be purchased at the door
Venue: War Memorial Arts Centre, Main St, Foster
Contact: 0428 480 743
Email: jcookandco@gmail.com

12 June — 14 June
WELSHPOOL & DISTRICT 15TH ART AND CRAFT SHOW
Theme for 15th Art and Craft show is Stage and Screen.
Venue: Welshpool Hall, South Gippsland highway, Welshpool
Contact: Welshpool Hall Committee 03 5686 1051

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

13 June
LOCH FOOD AND WINE FESTIVAL
Loch Village Food & Wine Festival featuring award winning Regional Produce and Wines $10 visitor registration. Includes all food and wine tasting, information pack & souvenir tasting glass.

Loch Village Food & Wine Festival’s Main Event is packed full of fun for the whole family. Loch is just over an hour drive from Melbourne DBD via the Monash Freeway. Visit Loch Village On Line for details of other events on during Loch Village Food & Wine Festival over the Queen’s Birthday weekend.
Venue: Loch Village
Contact: Howard Booth, 5659 4215 or 5659 4245
Email: howard@carringtons.com.au
Website: http://loch.org.au/online

13 June
A FRIENDS PLANTING DAY—TREE PLANTING
1.30pm to 4.30pm
Volunteers welcome please register upon arrival.
BYO drinks, afternoon tea provided
Venue: Beach 1 car park, Venus Bay

13 June
COELIAC LUNCHEON
Live music at the Royal Hotel from 12noon
Pianist Cheryl Connor 12-2pm
Blues Master Willie Golightly 2-6pm
Bookings Ph: 03 5659 4446
Venue: The Royal Hotel, 2 Smith St, Loch
Contact: The Royal Hotel, 03 5659 4446

13 June
COOK AND CO. CONCERT
Renowned for its fine musicians and creative artistry, COOK & CO. performs music by Korngold, Prokofiev, Bernstein and others inspired by Shakespeare to write some of their most memorable melodies.
Time: 2.30pm
Tickets: $20 / $15 (children 12 & under free). Tickets can be purchased at the door
Venue: Dakers Centre, cnr Smith and Watts Street, Leongatha
Contact: 0428 480 743
Email: jcookandco@gmail.com

13 June
FOUR PATHS TO DIETARY CHANGE — GOING VIBRANT VEGAN (NO MEAT OR ANIMAL PRODUCTS) THE PATHS TO ZENERGETIC FOODS.
Four paths to dietary change. Jennie and Hess Strengers extend their substantial knowledge of vegan based food preperation and theory from their guests at Zenergie to the wider public. Watch the food preparation and then sample the results.

Session 2: 10am start. GOING VIBRANT VEGAN (NO MEAT OR ANIMAL PRODUCTS)
Morning tea and lunch and watch it being made and be given lots of ideas to transform your diet to veganism. Begin to see the immense range of dishes available and the immense health benefits that come with it. Veganism isnt just eating salad and lentils!

Cost: $55 per person. Includes the demonstration and all foods (morning tea and lunch) and select handouts of recipes.
For more information contact us and have a chat and/or we can post or email a more in depth schedule of the day. A full information sheet is also sent with registration.
If the dates dont suit you, register your interest so we can look at fitting you in at some other time. Minimum numbers required are 3 and maximum 5.
Venue: 45 Inverloch Rd, Kongwak
Contact: Zenergie, 03 5657 4490 or 0409 295 657

13 June
LOCAL PRODUCE SAMPLER BUFFET LUNCHEON
Live music at Hard Loch Cafe
Venue: Hard Loch Cafe, 10 Smith St, Loch
Contact: Hard Loch Cafe, 03 5659 4466

13 June
COAL CREEK’S TEDDY BEAR’S PICNIC
Bring out your Teddy Bears before they hibernate. Old fashion games, paint your own bear and bear hunting are some of the activities.
Free admission.
Bear hunt 10 am to 11.30 am. $5 per hunting licence.
Competitions at 11.45 am ie best dressed Teddy, most loved and age group.
Captain Koala visiting from noon to 1 pm
Venue: Coal Creek Community Park & Museum, Sth Gippsland Hwy, Korumburra
Contact: Coal Creek, 5655 1811

13 June
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 integrated open space at Wilsons Promontory National Park on the site of the current playground in Tidal River.
This social walk will be to Mt Bishop.
Venue: Cenotaph, Tidal River, Wilsons Promontory National Park
Contact: Parks Victoria, 13 19 63
Email: dana@blminfo.com.au
Website: http://www.parkweb.vic.gov.au

13 June
KNOX HILL CLIMB
Leongatha Motorcycle Club is hosting the 34th Annual Event.
Venue: Knox’s Hill, Nerrena Road, Leongatha
Contact: Kevin Gray 03 5662 3670 or Chrstine Payne 03 5668 2436

13 June
GRANTVILLE PIRATE  FESTIVAL
Family fun with lots for young pirates to see and do.
Come dressed in your best pirate or wenches gear to win a Pirate Trophy (0 – 16 yrs)
10.45 am Official opening by Count Corleon  11.45 am Best dressed pirate or wench judging starts.
Cost: Buccaneers & wenches (Adults) – $17
Galley slaves (Children 4 – 14)  – $11
Old Bones (pensioners) – $11
Pirate Horde (2 adults & 3 children) – $60
Venue: Pirate Pete’s Mini-golf complex, MARU Koala & Animal Park, Bass Highway, Grantville
Contact: MARU 03 5678 8548
Website: http://www.marukoalapark.com.au

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

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

14 June
TARWIN LOWER MARKET
8.30am – 2pm
Venue: Tarwin Lower Memorial Hall (Main St)
Contact: Carol Dwyer, 03 5663 7657

17 June
SUPERMARKET TOUR – DIETARY INFORMATION – FOSTER
Foster community Health Centre is running this tour commencing at 9.30 am.  People with health issues are encouraged to come and find out more about the foods they eat.
Venue: Foster foodworks, 58 Main Street, Foster
Contact: Foster Community Health Centre 03 5683 9780

19 June
SOUTH GIPPSLAND HOSPITAL AUXILIARY JAZZ EVENING
The New Orleans Wonder Dogs Jazz Band will be performing on the Saturday evening to raise funds for the South Gippsland Hospital Auxiliary.
Cost: $15 BYO drinks, nibbles and glasses.
Time: 7.30pm
Venue: Foster WMAC Hall, Main St, Foster
Contact: Christine or Alex, 03 5682 2349

19 June
BASS COAST CHORALE
Bass Coast Chorale together with a full orchestra present “Miner’s requiem”.
Tickets available from Wonthaggi Tattslotto, Wonthaggi Historical Museum and The State Coal Mine.
Time: 8.00 pm
Venue: Wonthaggi Community Arts Centre, Wonthaggi

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

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

20 June
BASS COAST CHORALE
Bass Coast Chorale together with a full orchestra present “Miner’s requiem”.
Tickets available from Wonthaggi Tattslotto, Wonthaggi Historical Museum and The State Coal Mine.
Time: 2.00 pm
Venue: Wonthaggi Community Arts Centre, Wonthaggi

20 June—17 July
“THESE STRANGE PLACES” EXHIBITION
These Strange Places – Works in Oil by Celeste Whittle and Collage and Glasswork by Sarah Dingwall.
Opening Sunday June 20 from 2-5pm.
Gallery Hours: Open Thursday to Monday (Closed Tuesday & Wednesday)
10am – 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

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

25 June
CONVIVIAL LUNCH
The second of our Convivial Style Lunches. So successful was our first that, of course, the next event is sure to be a sold out event. Join us for food, wine, conversation, style tips and lively discussions. An opportunity to learn all about whats happening in the world of fashion and interiors from professionals and your peers ~ Koonwarra Store
Time: 12.30pm – 2.30pm.
Venue: Koonwarra Store, South Gippsland Hwy, Koonwarra
Contact: Koonwarra Store, 03 5664 2285
Email: store@koonwarrastore.com.au
Website: http://www.koonwarra.vic.au

26 June
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.
Tour dates for 2010: May 1st and 29th, June 26th, July 24th, August 28th, September 25th, October 23rd, November 21st and December 18th.
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

26 June
PRINTMAKING WORKSHOP—MONOPRINTING TECHNIQUES
Gecko Studio Gallery Workshop – Monoprinting Techniques
Dates: Sat, 26 Jun 9:00am – 5:00pm
Cost: $100
Tutors: Kim McDonald & Kerry Spokes
Fee includes morning tea, lunch and all materials.
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

26 June
FOSTER FOOTBALL CLUB GOODS AND SERVICES AUCTION
All welcome
Time: 8 pm
Venue: Foster Exchange Hotel, 43 Main Street, Foster
Contact: 03 5682 2377

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

27 June
FOUR PATHS TO DIETARY CHANGE — GOING TO THE PEAK; RAW VEGAN
THE PATHS TO ZENERGETIC FOODS.
Four paths to dietary change. Jennie and Hess Strengers extend their substantial knowledge of vegan based food preperation and theory from their guests at Zenergie to the wider public. Watch the food preparation and then sample the results.
Session 3: 10am start. GOING TO THE PEAK; RAW VEGAN (Vegan and nothing ‘cooked’ above body temperature heat).
Morning tea and lunch and watch it being made and be given lots of ideas to transform your diet to Veganism. Raw Vegan food is a brave new world and is both exciting and the pinnacle of food nutrition. The day focuses on what Raw Veganism is, why people pursue it, what you need to make it and a range of dishes to sample it.
Cost: $55 per person. Includes the demonstration and all foods (morning tea and lunch) and select handouts of recipes.
For more information contact us and have a chat and/or we can post or email a more in depth schedule of the day. A full information sheet is also sent with registration.
If the dates dont suit you, register your interest so we can look at fitting you in at some other time. Minimum numbers required are 3 and maximum 5.
Venue: 45 Inverloch Rd, Kongwak
Contact: Zenergie, 03 5657 4490 or 0409 295 657

27 June
NYORA SPEEDBOWL
Featuring Southern 2000, Open Independent Ladies, ASCF Junior events.
Cost: $15 Adults, $10 Kids (10- 16), $10 pensioners, $50 Family
Venue: Nyora Speedbowl, Nyora Recreation Reserve, Nyora
Contact: 0429 847 888 (club) Lloyd Hobson  0418 347 288

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

30 June
AREA 51 – GLOW FOAM PARTY — UNDER 18 EVENT

This is a secure non alcohol under 18 event for ages 14 – 17. Commences 7.30pm finishes 11.30pm
Dress in white and join the party. DJ’s Dboy & Starky.
Wristbands on sale at Party Planet, 3 Bair St, Leongatha for $10 or
$15 @ the door. Limited tickets. No passouts.
Venue: Carino’s, Smith Street, Leongatha
Contact: Party Planet, 0419 199 771

PromCountry Events for more Information Prom Country Events December 2009

15 November—19 December
RE-RENDER EXHIBITION
Gecko Studio Gallery presents: MICHAEL CHANG – RE-RENDER
3-D computer modeled images and ink drawings.
Official opening Sunday 15th November, 2pm – 5pm. ALL WELCOME
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

26 November—15 December
TRAVELLERS TALES
Pastels by Ann Smith and Textiles by Yve Hart.
Not for profit Gallery
Venue: Stockyard Gallery, Main St, Foster
Contact: 03 5682 1125
Email: info@stockyardgallery.org.au
Website: http://www.stockyardgallery.org.au

28 November—22 December
“LINK” EXHIBITION
Meeniyan Art Gallery invites you to ‘LINK’.
An exhibition of works by Julia Price and Marilyn Ardley.
Opening Sunday November 29 from 2pm to 4pm
Gallery hours: Weekdays, 10-4pm (closed Tuesday). Weekends, 11-5pm
Venue: Meeniyan Art Gallery, 84 Whitelaw St, Meeniyan
Contact: Meeniyan Art Gallery, 03 5664 0101
Website: http://www.meeniyanartgallery.com.au

28 November—31 December
GENERATING ART
An exhibition of work from members of the Tattersall Family.
Official opening – Saturday December 5 from 2.30pm to 5pm
Venue: Mushroom Art/Craft Space, 40 Bair Street, Leongatha
Contact: 03 5662 2144
Email: mushroomcrafts@dcsi.net.au

2 December—4 January
LEONGATHA ART & CRAFT SOCIETY GALLERY EXHIBITION
Normal Gallery hours: Monday to Friday 10am to 5pm, Saturday 10am to 1.30pm
Venue: The Gallery Shop Leongatha Memorial Hall, Leongatha

5 December
STONY CREEK RACING—CHRISTMAS CARNIVAL
One of Stony Creek Racing’s busiest days, the Pre-Christmas race day includes live music, an appearance from Santa and a few children’s activities. Includes the opportunity to win the supersize Christmas hamper raffle.
Open to public: 11am
Admission: Adults $15, Concession and Pensioners $10, 16 & Under Free, Members Free
Venue: Stony Creek Racecourse, South Gippsland Hwy, Stony Creek
Contact: Stony Creek Club Office, 03 5664 0099. Email: enquiries@scrc.com.au
Website: http://www.countryracing.com.au

5 December—6 December
BACK TO TARRA BULGA NATIONAL PARK—DAVID CAMERON
David Cameron -(Senior Botanist from the Arthur Rylah Institute for Environmental Research) will be conducting walks to demonstrate the use of his new book “A Field Guide to Rainforest Identification in Victoria.
12pm Saturday and Sunday
Also on the weekend:
- Birds and Animals of the Ash Forests (a sound and light show)
- An exhibition of historical photographs of Tarra Bulga
- Digital photo competition (prizes each weekend)
-Guided walks by naturalists Bob McDonald, Catheryn Thompson and Rohan Bugg (all day with night spotlighting on Saturday nights).
- Sausage sizzles and activities for the kids.
Venue: Bulga Visitor Centre, Tarra Valley
Contact: 03 51 861 283
5 December—6 December

Robert Barron & Gooseneck Pottery invite you to the:
KILN OPENING & CHRISTMAS EXHIBITION
Venue: Gooseneck Pottery, 60 Kardella-Fairbank Rd Kardella (via Korumburra)
Contact: Gooseneck Pottery, 03 5655 2405 Email: gooseneckpottery@dcsi.net.au
Website: www.gooseneckpottery.com.au

6 December
LYRE BIRD HILL WINERY—WOOD FIRED PIZZA’S
Tantalise the senses at Lyre Bird Hill Winery as the weather warms up.
Local guitarist Peter has been adding to his repertoire of easy listening old favourites, Leongatha
Painters Group are hanging their recently painted watercolours of local flowers and landscapes, and Zak Chalmers of Valley Plains Pottery has been firing his handmade pots ready to use at your table.
Venue: Lyre Bird Hill Winery, 370 Inverloch Rd, Koonwarra
Contact: Lyre Bird Hill Winery, 03 5664 3204. Email: rowen@lyrebirdhill.com.au
Website: http://www.lyrebirdhill.com.au
9 December—6 January
RAPT IN COLOUR
A group exhibition featuring pastel paintings by Ann Smith, Brigitte Salwat, Heidrun Messner, Heidi Gasser, Monika Herrmann, Karla Flentge and Birgit Verhagen with textiles by Ann Smith.
Gallery Hours: 10am to 4pm daily. Closed Wednesdays
Venue: Courthouse Gallery, 122 Commercial Rd, Yarram
Contact: 03 5182 6553
12 December
MIRBOO NORTH ROTARY EPICURE
Gourmet expo at Mirboo North Market Fine Fare from local producers. Pick up some extra special
food and drink for Christmas.
Time: 8.30pm
Venue: Baromi Park, Mirboo North
Contact: Cliff Hammond 03 5668 2049. Email: lewes@tpg.com.au

12 December – 13 December
Robert Barron & Gooseneck Pottery invite you to the:
KILN OPENING & CHRISTMAS EXHIBITION
Venue: Gooseneck Pottery, 60 Kardella-Fairbank Rd Kardella (via Korumburra)
Contact: Gooseneck Pottery, 03 5655 2405 Email: gooseneckpottery@dcsi.net.au
Website: www.gooseneckpottery.com.au

12 December—13 December
BACK TO TARRA BULGA NATIONAL PARK—THE STRZELECKI STRING BUSTER BAND
THE STRZELECKI STRING BUSTER BAND
5pm Sunday 13th at the Bulga Visitor Centre.
Also on the weekend:
- Birds and Animals of the Ash Forests (a sound and light show)
- An exhibition of historical photographs of Tarra Bulga
- Digital photo competition (prizes each weekend)
-Guided walks by naturalists Bob McDonald, Catheryn Thompson and Rohan Bugg (all day with night spotlighting on Saturday nights).
- Sausage sizzles and activities for the kids.
Venue: Bulga Visitor Centre, Tarra Valley
Contact: 03 51 861 283
13 December
LOCH MARKET TRAIN
The South Gippsland Tourist Railway is running a special train to the Loch Market.
Venue: South Gippsland Tourist Railway, Korumburra Station
Contact: Korumburra Station 03 5658 1111. Email: info@sgr.org,au
Website: http://www.sgr.org.au
17 December—5 January
SUMMER SALTS EXHIBITION
Local artists in an electric mix including photography, painting, sculpture and textiles.
Opening event: 7pm, Sat 19th December. All welcome!
Gallery Hours: open 7 days, 10am to 4pm
Venue: Stockyard Gallery, Main St, Foster
Contact: Stockyard Gallary, 03 5682 1125 Email: info@stockyardgallery.org.au
Website: http://www.stockyardgallery.org.au
18 December
CAROLS AT THE CREEK
Christmas Carols from 7pm—11pm
Venue: Coal Creek Community Park & Museum, Sth Gippsland Hwy, Korumburra
Contact: Coal Creek, 03 5655 1811
19 December
LEONGATHA CAROLS AT THE DROME
Carols from 6pm
Guest compare: Denis Walter
Venue: Leongatha Velodrome, Roughead St, Leongatha
Contact: Barb Carpenter (Secretary) 03 5662 2160 Email: were4u@bigpond.com
Or Darryl McGannon (President) 5662 2327 Email: edneys@dcsi.net.au
19 December
LEONGATHA CHRISTMAS CARNIVAL
LCCI Christmas Carnival. Leongatha Chamber of Commerce & Industry Inc are holding their annual family Christmas Carnival. Goller Lane in Leongatha will be closed to traffic.
Activities include: Animal Farm, Jumping Castle, Horse and Cart rides, Face painting (Lyon Street
near Goller Lane) there will be a display in Goller Lane of art work by local children, and of course
what would Christmas be without SANTA.
Retailers are opening for longer hours to allow people extra shopping time.
WE INVITE YOU TO JOIN US AND CELEBRATE THE FESTIVE SEASON.
Venue: Goller Lane, Leongatha
Contact: Barb Carpenter (Secretary) 03 5662 2160 Email: were4u@bigpond.com
Or Darryl McGannon (President) 5662 2327 Email: edneys@dcsi.net.au
19 December—30 December
COAL CREEK LIGHTS UP
9pm to 11pm
Venue: Coal Creek Community Park & Museum, Sth Gippsland Hwy, Korumburra
Contact: Coal Creek, 03 5655 1811
20 December—16 January
“GIRL FRIDAY”
Kate Zyzis, Lyndy Lord, Elizabeth Scott and Amanda Thomson – ‘Girl Friday’ paintings, prints artist books – December 20 to January 16, opening Sunday January 16 at 2pm.
Gallery Hours: Thursday/Friday/Saturday, Sunday/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, 03 5683 248. Email: framing@geckostudiogallery.com.au
Website: http://www.geckostudiogallery.com.au
20 December
CHRISTMAS CAROLS
Christmas Carols starting at 7.30pm
Venue: Village Green, Mitchell St, Nyora

27 December
LYRE BIRD HILL WINERY—WOOD FIRED PIZZA’S
Tantalise the senses at Lyre Bird Hill Winery as the weather warms up. The wood fired pizza oven
will have the fires burning to cook freshly made pizzas by Sam and Rose from Paradise Pizza in
Leongatha. Local guitarist Peter has been adding to his repertoire of easy listening old favourites,
Leongatha Painters Group are hanging their recently painted watercolours of local flowers and landscapes, and Zak Chalmers of Valley Plains Pottery has been firing his handmade pots ready to use at your table.
Venue: Lyre Bird Hill Winery, 370 Inverloch Rd, Koonwarra
Contact: Lyre Bird Hill Winery, 03 5664 3204. Email: rowen@lyrebirdhill.com.au
Website: http://www.lyrebirdhill.com.au
28 December
STONY CREEK RACING—FAMILY CARNIVAL
Please visit the website or email the Stony Creek Racing Club for details.
Venue: Stony Creek Racecourse, South Gippsland Hwy, Stony Creek
Contact: Stony Creek Club Office, 03 5664 0099. Email: enquiries@scrc.com.au
Website: http://www.countryracing.com.au
28 December
LYRE BIRD HILL WINERY—WOOD FIRED PIZZA’S
Tantalise the senses at Lyre Bird Hill Winery as the weather warms up. The wood fired pizza oven
will have the fires burning to cook freshly made pizzas by Sam and Rose from Paradise Pizza in
Leongatha. Local guitarist Peter has been adding to his repertoire of easy listening old favourites,
Leongatha Painters Group are hanging their recently painted watercolours of local flowers and landscapes, and Zak Chalmers of Valley Plains Pottery has been firing his handmade pots ready to use at your table.
Venue: Lyre Bird Hill Winery, 370 Inverloch Rd, Koonwarra
Contact: Lyre Bird Hill Winery, 03 5664 3204. Email: rowen@lyrebirdhill.com.au
Website: http://www.lyrebirdhill.com.au

PROMONTORY HOME/PRODUCE MARKET PROM COUNTRY FARMERS MARKET
Venue: Foster Showgrounds, Foster Venue: Foster WMAC hall, Main St, Foster
Time: 8am Start Time: 8am—12noon
Contact: Max Parnell, 03 5682 2654 Contact: Market Manager 03 5682 1345
2009/10: Nov 1st, Dec 6th/27th, Jan 24th, Mar 7th, 2009/10: 3rd Saturday of each month.
Apr 4th
TARWIN LOWER MARKET JUMBUNNA BUSH MARKET
Venue: Tarwin Lower Memorial Hall, Tarwin Lower Venue: The Main Hall, Jumbunna
Time: 8:30am start Time: 8:30am start
Contact: Carol Dwyer 5663 7657 Contact: Dawn Wylie 03 5657 3253
2009/10: Monday of a Public Holiday 2009/10: 1st Sunday of each month.
MIRBOO NORTH MARKET KONGWAK MARKET
Venue: Baromi Park, Mirboo North Venue: Korumburra—Wonthaggi Rd, Kongwak
Time: 8:30am start Time: 10am start
Contact: Maxine, 03 5668 2465 Contact: Jane 0417 142 478
2009/10: Last Saturday of every month. 2009/10: Every Sunday
STH GIPPSLAND FARMERS MARKET TOORA MARKET
Venue: Koonwarra Memorial Park, Koonwarra Venue: Former Bonlac Store, Jetty Rd, Toora
Time: 8.30am start Time: 8am start
Contact: Juliet Klauer 03 5659 8208 Contact: Joyce 03 5688 1237
2009/10: 1st Saturday of each month. 2009/10: 2nd Saturday of each month.
LOCH VILLAGE MARKET LOCH PUBLIC HALL WINTER MARKET
Venue: Railway Siding, Loch Venue: Loch Public Hall, Smith St, Loch
Time: 8:30am start Time: 9am—1pm
Contact: Ron Payne 03 5659 0212 Contact: Jennie Kennedy, 03 5659 4305
2009/10: 2nd Sunday of each month Oct—Apr 2009/10: 2nd Sunday of each month May—Sep
INVERLOCH FARMERS MARKET
Venue: The Glade, Inverloch
Time: 8am to 1pm
Contact: Peter Arnold, 03 5664 0096
2009/10: 3rd Sunday of each month

For more information  on events these Prom Country events.  Prom Country November Events 2009

25 September—6 November
‘ON THE EDGE OF A METAPHOR’
Meeniyan Art Gallery invites you to ‘ON THE EDGE OF A METAPHOR’
An exhibition of works by John Mutsaers.
Exhibition from September 25 to November 6, 2009 • Opening Sunday, September 27 from 2–4pm
Gallery hours: Weekdays, 10-4pm (closed Tuesday). Weekends, 11-5pm
Venue: Meeniyan Art Gallery, 84 Whitelaw St, Meeniyan
Contact: Meeniyan Art Gallery, 03 5664 0101
Website: http://www.meeniyanartgallery.com.au
26 September—2 November
THROUGH SCAPE
A photographic exhibition by Alice Buscombe.
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
18 October—14 November
PIECES OF EIGHT
Exhibition by Jeannie and Bill McDonagh.
Gallery Hours: Thursday to Monday 10am to 5pm. Extended trading hours during peak periods.
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
30 October—31 October
WELSHPOOL FLOWER SHOW
“Wedding” is the “Theme” this year.
Venue: Welshpool Memorial Hall, South Gippsland Hwy, Welshpool
Website: http://www.welshpool.vic.au
30 October—3 November
37TH ANNUAL ART & CRAFT EXHIBITION
Friday 30 October – Official opening and Awards Night
Saturday 31 October – Community Market – A bigger market is planned this year with stalls, artists
workshops, music and fun for all.
Jazz Night, bookings essential, Call Eric Mould on 5664 7376 or jazzbo@dcsi.net.au.
Sunday 1 November – Garden Walks, Devonshire Tea at the Hall
Monday 2 November – Exhibition continues
Tuesday 3 November – Mad Hatters Breakfast – Exhibition closes at 4 pm.
Venue: Meeniyan Hall, Main St, Meeniyan
Website: http://www.meeniyan.org.au.
31 October—3 November
SURF’S UP FOR ART
Art & Craft Exhibition. Entry by gold coin donations.
Saturday to Monday: 11am to 6pm
Tuesday: 11am to 2pm
Venue: Venus Bay Surf Life Saving Club, Venus Bay Beach 1

31 October—3 November
SOUTH GIPPSLAND WINES SUMMER STARTERS WEEKEND
Southern Gippsland Wines 5th annual Summer Starters weekend.
Full details can be obtained from www.southerngippslandwine.com.au or from brochures available
from participating wineries and all information centres in the Bass Coast and South Gippsland local government areas.
Website: http://www.southerngippslandwine.com.au
31 October
LYRE BIRD HILL WINERY—WOOD FIRED PIZZA’S
Tantalise the senses at Lyre Bird Hill Winery as the weather warms up. The wood fired pizza oven
will have the fires burning to cook freshly made pizzas by Sam and Rose from Paradise Pizza in
Leongatha.
Local guitarist Peter has been adding to his repertoire of easy listening old favourites, Leongatha
Painters Group are hanging their recently painted watercolours of local flowers and landscapes, and
Zak Chalmers of Valley Plains Pottery has been firing his handmade pots ready to use at your table.
Venue: Lyre Bird Hill Winery, 370 Inverloch Rd, Koonwarra
Contact: Lyre Bird Hill Winery, 03 5664 3204. Email: rowen@lyrebirdhill.com.au
Website: http://www.lyrebirdhill.com.au
31 October
NEXT CONCIARTO—PARKVILLE ENSEMBLE
31 October 2009 Season Opening Concert with the Parkville Ensemble 8PM. Alexander Borodin
“Quartet No. 2″ / Interval / Arvo Pärt “Summa” / Astor Piazzolla “Tango Ballet” / Javier Alvarez “Metro
Chabacano”. The musicians: Violins: Rachael Hunt, Rachel Gamer, Viola: Jason Bunn, Cello:
Philippa Gardner.
Venue: The Celia Rosser Gallery and Banksia Café, Promontory Road, Fish Creek
Time: Arrive at 7pm for an 8pm start
Cost: $55 per person.
Enquiries: to Andrew Rosser andrew@celiarossergallery.com.au
31 October
HALLOWEEN AT COAL CREEK
Also featuring at Coal Creek from October 24th to November 8th will be entries in the annual
Scarecrow Competition. There is $300 in prizes to be won.
Time: 5.30pm to 10pm
Contact: Coal Creek Village, 03 5655 1811
Venue: Coal Creek Village, South Gippsland Hwy, Korumburra
Website: http://www.coalcreekvillage.com.au
31 October
CONVIVIAL TABLES—CONVIVIAL GOOD TIMES
Saturday October 31st, 2009 at 7pm.
Contact: 56642285 to book now!
Venue: Koonwarra Store, Koala Dve, Koonwarra
31 October—22 November
A COUNTRY PARADISE EXHIBITION
A Major Art Exhibition by Di and John Koenders.
Open Daily: 10am – 5pm (including all public holidays).
Contact: Mayfield Gallery, 03 5659 8262
Venue: Mayfield Gallery, 585 Fairbank Rd, Arawata
Website: http://www.mayfieldgallery.com.au
1 November
LYRE BIRD HILL WINERY—WOOD FIRED PIZZA’S
Venue: Lyre Bird Hill Winery, 370 Inverloch Rd, Koonwarra
Contact: Lyre Bird Hill Winery, 03 5664 3204. Email: rowen@lyrebirdhill.com.au
Website: http://www.lyrebirdhill.com.au
3 November
MELBOURNE CUP DAY LUNCHEON
Time: From 12pm
Bookings Essential, Phone: 03 5664 2285 to book now.
Venue: Koonwarra Store, Koala Dve, Koonwarra
Contact: 03 5664 2285
3 November
LYRE BIRD HILL WINERY—WOOD FIRED PIZZA’S
Venue: Lyre Bird Hill Winery, 370 Inverloch Rd, Koonwarra
Contact: Lyre Bird Hill Winery, 03 5664 3204. Email: rowen@lyrebirdhill.com.au
Website: http://www.lyrebirdhill.com.au
6 November
WAYGU BEEF NIGHT
Come and dine on the rich flavour and melt in your mouth experience of premium Wagyu steak with a glass of Purple Hen Shiraz or premium beer for only $45.
Or be completely decadent and add 1/2 doz oysters for a total price of $60. Splash Out!
Bookings required 5659 4488
Venue: The Gilded Lily Restaurant and Bar, 35 Victoria Rd, Loch
Contact: The Gilded Lily, 03 5659 4488 Website: http://www.gildedlily.com.au
6 November
STONY CREEK RACING—LADIES DAY
Ladies Day is the first meet for the season. It will include the ever popular Fashions on the Field.
Open to public: 10.30am
Admission: Adult $15, Concession & Pensioner $10, 17 & Under Free, Member Free
Venue: Stony Creek Racecourse, South Gippsland Hwy, Stony Creek
Contact: Stony Creek Club Office, 5664 0099. Email: enquiries@scrc.com.au
Website: http://www.countryracing.com.au
8 November
OPEN GARDEN DAY
SGSC Music Department – OPEN GARDEN DAY. Featuring 8 picturesque gardens in Foster.
All gardens open for viewing from 9.30am to 4.30pm. Live music at Smiths garden throughout the
day. Cost: $15 per adult, $10 concession, under 18 free.
Entry booklets available at South Gippsland Secondary College, Foster Primary School and Lilly Pilly Nursery. Alternatively at Sue and David Hoares from 9am on the day.
Booklet includes entry into all 8 gardens, direction maps and voucher for a free cuppa and slice.
Approx 30 tractors featuring a Lanz Bulldog Half-track (possibly the only one in Australia). Shed open from 2-4pm only.
Contact: Colleen Smith 0409 905 397 or 03 5682 2066 for more information.
8 November
LOCH MARKET TRAIN
The South Gippsland Tourist Railway is running a special train to the Loch Market.
Venue: South Gippsland Tourist Railway, Korumburra Station
Contact: Korumburra Station 03 5658 1111. Email: info@sgr.org,au
Website: http://www.sgr.org.au
13 November—14 November
LEONGATHA ROSE SPECTACULAR
Rose show featuring old fashioned roses, plant and cake stalls, talks and demonstrations, refreshments
available from Red Cross, large open garden.
Times: Friday 12noon to 5pm, Saturday 9am to 4.30pm.
Cost: Entry: $3
Venue: Leongatha Memorial Hall, Cnr. Michael Place & McCartin’s St, Leongatha
Contact: Joan Michael, 03 5662 3548
14 November
LOCH VILLAGE GARDEN FESTIVAL
Further information: www.loch.org.au
Time: 10am—5pm
Venue: Victoria Street, Loch Village
Contact: Grahame Hastie, 0412 459 260 or Cherie Smirl, 5659 4466
Email: sales@carringtons.com.au
Website: www.carringtons.com.au
15 November
INVERLOCH LIONS FUN RUN AND BILLY CART DERBY
Helicopter rides also available on the day.
Medallions for all fun run participants and tropies for winners.
Costs: Fun Run or Billy Cart Derby: $10pp, $20 family up to 3, $5 extra child, $10 extra adult
Combined Fun Run $ Billy Cart Derby: $15pp, $30per family, $15per adult.
Venue: A’ Beckett St (Main St) Inverloch
Contact: Geoff Cole Billy Cart Derby info: 03 5674 6030 & Debbie Rielly Fun Run: 0409 945 559
19 November
MEET THE WINEMAKER—DAVID MORRIS
Morris Wines, Rutherglen. Fifth generation winemaker David Morris has emerged as one of Australia’s most outstanding winemakers after achieving unprecedented show success and he’s coming to the gilded lily on Thursday 19th November to share his wines and story over a delicious 4 course dinner.
Book early to avoid disappointment – 5659 4488
Cost: $88 per person – all inclusive dinner, wines, coffee/tea.
Venue: The Gilded Lily Restaurant and Bar, 35 Victoria Road, Loch
Time: 7pm for 7.30 dinner
Contact: The Gilded Lily, 03 5659 4488. Website: http://www.gildedlily.com.au
20 November—22 November
MEENIYAN CARNIVALE
A weekend of events. November 20th, 21st and 22nd
A WEEKEND OF EVENTS TO CELEBRATE LYREBIRD ARTS COUNCILS 10TH
ANNIVERSARY.
Venue: Meeniyan Township
Contact: Lyrebird Arts Council, (03) 5664 9239
Website: http://www.lyrebirdartscouncil.com.au
21 November—22 November
KORUMBURRA AGRICULTURAL & PASTORAL SOCIETY SHOWJUMPING CLASSIC
Venue: Korumburra Showgrounds, Sth Gippsland Hwy, Korumburra
Contact: Sandy Carfrae, 03 5655 2157
21 November
DINNER TRAIN
The South Gippsland Railway will be running a Dinner Train on Saturday 21 November 2009.
Tickets are $50.00 per person. This price includes train travel, dinner and finger food, and a complementary glass of wine with dinner. Discounts available for groups of 8 or more.
Att: C. Raven, 35 Mahoney Cres, Seaford VIC 3198
Bookings via email preferred to info@sgr.org.au or phone Marketing Manager, Cathy on
(03) 5658 1111.
Venue: South Gippsland Tourist Rail, Korumburra Station.
25 November
A NIGHT FULL OF FAVOURITES
$45 for 2 course menu with mixed breads & bruchetta & warmed olives to start.
Book now – the whole menu will be Delicious!!
Venue: The Gilded Lily Restaurant and Bar, 35 Victoria Rd, Loch
Contact: The Gilded Lily, 03 5659 4488
Website: http://www.gildedlily.com.au
28 November—22 December
“LINK” EXHIBITION
Meeniyan Art Gallery invites you to ‘LINK’.
An exhibition of works by Julia Price and Marilyn Ardley.
Opening Sunday November 29 from 2pm to 4pm
Gallery hours: Weekdays, 10-4pm (closed Tuesday). Weekends, 11-5pm
Venue: Meeniyan Art Gallery, 84 Whitelaw St, Meeniyan
Contact: Meeniyan Art Gallery, 03 5664 0101
Website: http://www.meeniyanartgallery.com.au
28 November
SOUTH GIPPSLAND BUSKERS FESTIVAL
The 2009 Korumburra Buskers Festival will be held on Saturday 28th November 2009 between
9am—4pm.
Venue: At the rear of the Commercial street shops on South Gippsland Tourist Railway land,
Korumburra.
Contact: June Ramsay 03 5655 1108 or Christine McKenzie 03 5655 2275
Email: cafesixtyone@bigpond.com
Website: http://www.korumburrabuskersfest.com
28 November
MEENIYAN ANTIQUES FAIR
Set in lovely Meeniyan, at the Art Deco Town Hall and Community Centre, Whitelaw Street, right on the South Gippsland Highway. This will be the first of what we hope will be an annual event.
Approx 25 – 30 stalls of beautiful, affordable antiques, with porcelain, figurines, art, jewellery, retro, glass, Victoriana, small furniture and so much more. Something very special in the area, with its beautiful views & great local cafes. On the highway to Wilson’s Prom, Foster & just past Leongatha.
Catering will be provided by local kindergarten. Enquires very welcome but stalls are filling up fast.
Venue: Art Deco Town Hall and Community Centre, Whitelaw Street, Meeniyan
Contact: Sue on 0418508800 or Karen on 0419009115.
28 November
DINNER TRAIN
The South Gippsland Railway will be running a Dinner Train on Saturday 28 November 2009.
Bookings via email preferred to info@sgr.org.au or phone our Marketing Manager, Cathy on
(03) 5658 1111.
Venue: South Gippsland Tourist Rail, Korumburra Station.
28 November—29 November
BACK TO TARRA BULGA NATIONAL PARK
Welcome to country with Dedlee Kultya
(Gunai Kurnai Dance Group)
12pm Sat 28th November
Also on the weekend:
- Birds and Animals of the Ash Forests (a sound and light show)
- An exhibition of historical photographs of Tarra Bulga
- Digital photo competition (prizes each weekend)
-Guided walks by naturalists Bob McDonald, Catheryn Thompson and Rohan Bugg (all day with night
spotlighting on Saturday nights).
- Sausage sizzles and activities for the kids.
Venue: Bulga Visitor Centre, Tarra Valley
Contact: 03 51 861 283

PROMONTORY HOME/PRODUCE MARKET PROM COUNTRY FARMERS MARKET
Venue: Foster Showgrounds, Foster Venue: Foster WMAC hall, Main St, Foster
Time: 8am Start Time: 8am—12noon
Contact: Max Parnell, 03 5682 2654 Contact: Market Manager 03 5682 1345
2009/10: Nov 1st, Dec 6th/27th, Jan 24th, Mar 7th, 2009/10: 3rd Saturday of each month.
Apr 4th
TARWIN LOWER MARKET JUMBUNNA BUSH MARKET
Venue: Tarwin Lower Memorial Hall, Tarwin Lower Venue: The Main Hall, Jumbunna
Time: 8:30am start Time: 8:30am start
Contact: Carol Dwyer 5663 7657 Contact: Dawn Wylie 03 5657 3253
2009/10: Monday of a Public Holiday 2009/10: 1st Sunday of each month.
MIRBOO NORTH MARKET KONGWAK MARKET
Venue: Baromi Park, Mirboo North Venue: Korumburra—Wonthaggi Rd, Kongwak
Time: 8:30am start Time: 10am start
Contact: Maxine, 03 5668 2465 Contact: Jane 0417 142 478
2009/10: Last Saturday of every month. 2009/10: Every Sunday
STH GIPPSLAND FARMERS MARKET TOORA MARKET
Venue: Koonwarra Memorial Park, Koonwarra Venue: Former Bonlac Store, Jetty Rd, Toora
Time: 8.30am start Time: 8am start
Contact: Juliet Klauer 03 5659 8208 Contact: Joyce 03 5688 1237
2009/10: 1st Saturday of each month. 2009/10: 2nd Saturday of each month.
LOCH VILLAGE MARKET LOCH PUBLIC HALL WINTER MARKET
Venue: Railway Siding, Loch Venue: Loch Public Hall, Smith St, Loch
Time: 8:30am start Time: 9am—1pm
Contact: Ron Payne 03 5659 0212 Contact: Jennie Kennedy, 03 5659 4305
2009/10: 2nd Sunday of each month Oct—Apr 2009/10: 2nd Sunday of each month May—Sep
INVERLOCH FARMERS MARKET
Venue: The Glade, Inverloch
Time: 8am to 1pm
Contact: Peter Arnold, 03 5664 0096
2009/10: 3rd Sunday of each month

For information on all Wildlife Coast Cruises at Wilsons Promontory please download the following

Wildlife Coast Cruises – Wilson’s Promontory

For more information on the following please download prom-country-september-events-2009

Meeniyan Art Gallery
“Together” Exhibition
Helen McInnis, Pat Dempsey and Susan Hall.
28 – 25 September
Contact: Meeniyan Art Gallery, 03 5664 0101
Website: http://www.meeniyanartgallery.com.au

1 September—29 September
THE COLOURS OF NATURE
Calligraphy, poetry, photography and painting by Jenefer Chitty. And Mosaics by Michelle Stewart.
Opening 2pm – Tuesday 1st September.
Gallery Hours: Weekdays from 10am – 5pm and Saturdays from, 10am – 3pm.
Venue: Mushroom Crafts, 40 Bair St, Leongatha
Contact: 03 5662 2144 or J. Chitty – 5662 5413

3 September—22 September
Stockyard Gallery’s
Gallery Hours: 10am – 4pm, 7 days per week.
Venue: Stockyard Gallery, 20 Main St, Foster
Contact: Stockyard Gallery, 03 5682 1125 Email: info@stockyardgallery.org.au
Website: http://www.stockyardgallery.org.au

September
FATHER’S DAY SWAP MEET
Auto Parts, Bric-a-Brac, Car Boot Sales at Fathers Day Swap Meet on September 6th held at the Nyora
Recreation Reserve.
Times: Sellers 6.00 am, Buyers 7.00 am
Cost: Selling Sites $15.00. General Admission: $3.00
Venue: Nyora Recreation Reserve, Grundy Ave, Nyora
Contact: The Committee, (03) 5659 6530

11 September—19 September
‘A LITTLE HOTEL ON THE SIDE’ (LYRIC’S NEXT SHOW)
Tickets: $20 Adults. $18 Concession. Tickets available at Mushroom Craft, Leongatha or available
on the night.
Times: 8pm 11/12/17/18/19 September. 2pm 13/19 September
Venue: Mesley Hall, Leongatha Secondary College, Nerrena Rd, Leongatha
Contact: Mark Eva on 0422 894 149

13 September—10 October
ROBERT MCLAREN—’MARBLED PAPERS’
Robert McLaren – ‘Marbled Papers’ – September 13 to October 10
Opening Sunday September 13 at 2pm.
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

20 September
COAL CREEK COMMUNITY FUN DAY
A Community Fun Day will be held on Sunday 20th September from 12noon to 4pm. All funds raised
will go to very special kids and one of the giant piggy banks at the heart of Very Special Kids 2009
Appeal will make an appearance at 12 noon. The day will feature entertainment for all the family including
a sausage sizzle, children’s art classes and old fashioned games.
Venue: Coal Creek Heritage Village, South Gippsland Hwy, Korumburra
Contact: Coal Creek Village, 03 5655 1811.
Website: http://www.coalcreekvillage.com.au
23 September—24 September
SOUTH GIPPSLAND DAIRY EXPO
Time: 9am—4pm each day
Venue: Poowong Recreation Reserve
Contact: Deanne Kennedy, 0419 878 055
Website: http://www.dairyexpo.org.au/online

25 September—6 November
Meeniyan Art Gallery
‘ON THE EDGE OF A METAPHOR’
An exhibition of works by John Mutsaers.
Exhibition from September 25 to November 6, 2009 • Opening Sunday, September 27 from 2–4pm
Gallery hours: Weekdays, 10-4pm (closed Tuesday). Weekends, 11-5pm
Venue: Meeniyan Art Gallery, 84 Whitelaw St, Meeniyan
Contact: Meeniyan Art Gallery, 03 5664 0101
Website: http://www.meeniyanartgallery.com.au

27 September
EARTH KIDS
Raising this generation sustainably. Be part of a great day out in the holidays…
and help make the planet a better place for future kids!
Just an hour and a half from Melbourne on the way to Wilsons Prom in gorgeous South Gippsland.
Don’t miss your chance to be a part of Earth Kids, the first of four exciting community events to be
held in Koonwarra. (Check out the program on koonwarra.com.au)
For more information, or to book an indoor stall or outdoor space for car-boot sales, contact Jennifer
Hamilton, Promotions Co-ordinator on 0418 556 746 or email: jennifer.hamilton@frostcorp.com.au
Don’t delay! There are limited places for stall holders and car boot sales.
Cost: Adults $2, Children under 16 free
Venue: Koonwarra Memorial Park, Koonwarra
Contact: Jennifer Hamilton, 0418 556 746 Email: jennifer.hamilton@frostcorp.com.au
Website: http://koonwarra.com.au

PROMONTORY HOME/PRODUCE MARKET PROM COUNTRY FARMERS MARKET
Venue: Foster Showgrounds, Foster Venue: Foster WMAC hall, Main St, Foster
Time: 8am Start Time: 8am—12noon
Contact: Max Parnell, 03 5682 2654 Contact: Market Manager 03 5682 1345
2009/10: Nov 1st, Dec 6th/27th, Jan 24th, Mar 7th, 2009/10: 3rd Saturday of each month.
Apr 4th

TARWIN LOWER MARKET JUMBUNNA BUSH MARKET
Venue: Tarwin Lower Memorial Hall, Tarwin Lower Venue: The Main Hall, Jumbunna
Time: 8:30am start Time: 8:30am start
Contact: Carol Dwyer 5663 7657 Contact: Dawn Wylie 03 5657 3253
2009/10: Monday of a Public Holiday 2009/10: 1st Sunday of each month.

MIRBOO NORTH MARKET KONGWAK MARKET
Venue: Baromi Park, Mirboo North Venue: Korumburra—Wonthaggi Rd, Kongwak
Time: 8:30am start Time: 10am start
Contact: Maxine, 03 5668 2465 Contact: Jane 0417 142 478
2009/10: Last Saturday of every month. 2009/10: Every Sunday

STH GIPPSLAND FARMERS MARKET TOORA MARKET
Venue: Koonwarra Memorial Park, Koonwarra Venue: Former Bonlac Store, Jetty Rd, Toora
Time: 8.30am start Time: 8am start
Contact: Juliet Klauer 03 5659 8208 Contact: Joyce 03 5688 1237
2009/10: 1st Saturday of each month. 2009/10: 2nd Saturday of each month.

LOCH VILLAGE MARKET LOCH PUBLIC HALL WINTER MARKET
Venue: Railway Siding, Loch Venue: Loch Public Hall, Smith St, Loch
Time: 8:30am start Time: 9am—1pm
Contact: Ron Payne 03 5659 0212 Contact: Jennie Kennedy, 03 5659 4305
2009/10: 2nd Sunday of each month Oct—Apr 2009/10: 2nd Sunday of each month May—Sep

INVERLOCH FARMERS MARKET
Venue: The Glade, Inverloch
Time: 8am to 1pm
Contact: Peter Arnold, 03 5664 0096
2009/10: 3rd Sunday of each month

NATIONAL PARKS

• Wilson’s Promontory National Park (130km of walking trails) FREE entry
• Tarra Bulga National Park (suspension bridge, falls 1.2km walk)
• Mount Worth State Park (1hr return walk)
• Wilsons Promontory Marine National Park
• Bunerong Marine National Park
• Corner Inlet Marine National Park

WALKS

Great Southern Rail Trail (50 km)
Port Franklin Boardwalk
Mirboo North – Boolarra Rail Trail (13kms)
Lyrebird Forest Walk
Foster Flora Reserves walk (15 min)
Bald Hills Wetland Reserve (30min walk suitable for wheelchairs and prams)
Bass Coast Rail Trail

DRIVES

http://www.drivesoutherngippsland.com.au

1. Meeniyan, Toora, Agnes Falls, Welshpool, Port Welshpool, Back Toora, Port Franklin, Foster and back to Meeniyan.
2. Meeniyan to Mirboo North , Grand ridge Road, Tarra Bulga National Park, Yarram back to Meeniyan.
3. Meeniyan, Koonwarra, Inverloch Coastal drive to Wonthaggi, back to Inverloch via inland route, Leongatha and back to Meeniyan.
4. Meeniyan to Foster, Mt Nicoll Lookout (Foster, Fish Creek Road), Fish Creek, to Wilson’s Promontory.
5. Meeniyan To Foster then Shallow Inlet, Sandy Point, Walkerville, Cape Liptrap Tarwin Lower, Venus Bay and back to Meeniyan.
6. Meeniyan to Leongatha, Korumburra to Inverloch, Tarwin Lower, Venus Bay and back to Meeniyan.

BEACHES

Sandy Point –surf
Shallow Inlet – wind surfing – child friendly
Venus Bay – surf
Inverloch -surf
Whisky Beach – beautiful sunsets and sandy beach – Wilsons Promontory
Picnic Bay – at scenic Wilsons Promontory
Squeaky Beach – romantic location with sand that squeaks when you walk on it – Wilsons Promontory
Waratah Bay – One of the 10 safest beaches in Victoria
Norman Bay – One of the 10 safest beaches in Victoria – Wilsons Promontory
Oberon Bay – Access from Wilsons Promontory National Park
Waterloo Bay, Sealers Cove, Refuge Bay – Several hours walk from Telegraph Car Park at Wilsons Promontory.

ANTIQUE SHOPS

Meeniyan, Toora, Loch, Korumburra, Welshpool, Port Albert, Mirboo North, Wonthaggi and Inverloch

GOLF COURSES

Meeniyan ($30 all day), Leongatha, Woorayl, Foster, Inverloch, Wonthaggi, Korumburra and Mirboo North.

OTHER THINGS

• Stony Creek Go-Karts and Cafe
• Lacy’s Jewellers – Meeniyan
• Prom Country Scenic Flights  0428515618
• Prom Coastal Charters  03 5684 1240
• Prom Country Real Estate
• Wildlife Coast Charters
• Coal Creek FREE ENTRY
• Foster Museum
• Maritime Museum Port Albert
• Nooramunga Sailing Tours – Port Albert
• Maritime Museum Port Welshpool
• Foster Art Gallery
• Meeniyan Art Gallery
• Gecko Art Gallery – Fish Creek
• Ride the Wild Goat Art Gallery
• Celia Rosser Gallery and Banksia Cafe - Fish Creek
  
• Hilltop Art Gallery – Fish Creek
• Leongatha Gallery
• Gooseneck Pottery
• Valley Plains Pottery
• Stadium 4 Cinemas – Leongatha
• Wonthaggi State Coal Mine
• Stony Creek Racing Club
• Grand Ridge Brewery – Mirboo North
• Picnic at Mossvale
• Turtons Creek Falls
• Agnes Falls
• Cape Liptrap Light House
• Walkerville Lime Kilns
• Toora Wind Farm
• Mossvale Music Festival
• Meeniyan Tavern Nights
• Grand Ridge Brewery - Mirboo North
• South Gippsland Tourist Rail (Korumburra)
• Classic Car Rentals
• Koonwarra Day Spa
• Morning Light Organic Day Spa and Retreat
• McDonalds – Leongatha and Wonthaggi
• KFC – Leongatha and Wonthaggi
• Subway – Leongatha and Wonthaggi

WINERIES

• Bass River Winery & Olive Grove
• Bass Valley Estate Wines
• Clair de Lune
• Djinta Djinta Winery & deVine Restaurant
• Drummonds Corrina Vineyard
• Lucinda Estate
• Lyre Bird Hill Winery & Guest House
• Paradise Enough Wines
• Purple Hen
• Ramsay’s Vin Rose Winery
• The Gurdies Winery
• Windy Ridge Vineyard & Winery
• Waratah Hills Winery
  

For wine Event Details please Visit

www.southerngippslandwine.com.au

RESTAURANTS AND CAFES

• “Moo’s at Meeniyan” 03  5664 0010
  • Open Thursday to Monday breakfast & lunch from 8.30am to 4.30pm.  Christmas Holiday open 7 days a week
  • Regional dinners every Friday & Saturday evening from 6pm. If you do not want to miss out booking is essential
• Meeniyan Hotel – meals 7 days a week 03 5664 7203
• Andy’s pizza – Meeniyan- open Thurs, Fri, Sat, Sun night 03 5664 7397
• Pause @ Meeniyan – open 7 day s a week 03 5664 0071
• Meeniyan Milk Bar and Takeaway open 7 days a week  03 5664 7204
• Bread and Pickle Delicatessen – Meeniyan – open 5 1/2 days 03 5664 7232
• Koonwarra Store – open 7 days a week
• Koonwarra Cooking School
• Cafe Tsunami – Inverloch
• Red Elk – Inverloch
• Cottage Restaurant – Inverloch
• Tomo – Modern Japanese – Inverloch
• Wildfish Restaurant – Port Albert (right on the wharf) ‘One of Victorias top three seafood restaurants, as voted by the Hearld Sun’
• Port Albert Wharf Fish and Chips
• The Middle Hotel Korumburra
• Rainbow Place Chinese Restaurant – Korumburra
• Diva’s Tandoori Indian Restaurant – Korumburra
• Carino’s Wine Bar Restaurant – Leongatha
• Gatha Food Store – Leongatha
• McCartins Hotel – Leongatha
• R.S.L Club – Leongatha
• Promontory Gate  Hotel  (Fishy Pub) – Fish Creek
• Orange Roughy Cafe – Fish Creek
• Flying Cow Cafe – Fish Creek
• Foster Hotel
• Toora Hotel
• Welshpool Hotel
• Pelican View Waterfront fish and chip Restaurant – San Remo
• Kily Pub Kilcunda
• Tarwin Lower Hotel
• Gilded Lily - Loch (Great Food)
• Hard Loch Cafe
• Sybs Place – Royal Hotel Loch
• Archies on the Creek -  03 5678 7787

MARKETS

• Prom Country Farmers Market – 3rd Saturday every Month 8-12pm
• South Gippsland Farmers Market Koonwarra – 1st Saturday of every month 8-1pm
• Kongwak Market – every Sunday 10- 3 pm
• Promontory Home Produce and Craft Market – November till Easter 8-1pm
• Inverloch farmers Market – 3rd Sunday of month
• Mirboo North Market – last Sunday every month 830-1pm

Visitor Information Centres – Korumburra, Foster, Visit Prom Country

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