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What’s On in West Gippsland this weekend
Events
* Saturday 20/27 August
Walhalla Vinter Ljusfest Ghost Tours
Hear the spooky tales of Walhalla.
Time: 7.30pm
For more information go to www.visitwalhalla.com
* Saturday 20 August
Walhalla Ljusfest Light Train
Experience Stringer’s Gorge in the dark of night with the valley illuminated as our train
passes through.
Bookings required.
Time: 6pm and 8pm.
www.visitwalhalla.com
* Saturday 20 August
Drouin Rotary Produce & Craft Market
- fresh produce, clothing, jewellery, plants, preserves and much more.
Venue: Civic Park
Location: Young Street, Drouin
Time: 8am – 12.30pm
Enquiries: Bill Petschack 0418 595 540, 5625 3360
* Saturday 20 August
Labertouche Creek Bushland Reserve
Friends of Labertouche Creek Bushland Reserve invite you to attend their community
planting event. They will be planting trees, grasses, sedges and shrubs.
Location: Jacksons Track, Labertouche, between Fisher Road & Old Telegraph Road.
Time: 10am – 12pm
Enquiries: Jim Armstrong 5628 7777 or Andy Musgrove 0428 148 275
* Saturday 20 August
Watercolours with Glen Hoyle – Australian Gum Trees
Popular watercolour artist, Glen Hoyle, is back for an Australiana workshop. It promises to
be another superb day so book early. Glen was a winner again at the Camberwell Art Show
this year. Brought to you by Tritec Art Supplies.
What’s On in West Gippsland this weekend
Compiled by Maree Wallace
Thursday 18 August 2011
Venue: Yarragon Public Hall
Location: Campbell Street, Yarragon
Cost: $60
Bookings: Joan or Lyal Bognuda 5634 2044
* Sunday 21 August
Thomas Heywood at Wesley
The Warragul Theatre Organ Society presents Thomas Heywood who will perform on the
Wurlitzer Theatre Pipe Organ. Thomas enjoys an outstanding reputation as one of the world’s
finest concert organists. At 17 years of age he performed a recital at the Sydney Opera House.
Since then he has performed throughout Europe and America, including a recital at Windsor
Castle.
With an amazingly extensive repertoire of over 5000 works, his arrangements of the most
famous classical and romantic music are published for world-wide distribution.
Venue: Wesley of Warragul
Location: Victoria Street, Warragul
Time: 2pm
Admission: Full $25, concession $22, Under 16 free
Bookings: 5623 3301 or4 5625 2834
* Sunday 21 August
Mary Duff
Ireland’s most popular female vocalist, Mary Duff is back in Australia performing live at
WGAC.
Appearing with Mary on the Australian tour will be very special guest Straalen McCallum
who at 12 years of age is the youngest act ever to have signed with Sony Music.
Venue: West Gippsland Arts Centre
Location: Civic Place, Albert Street, Warragul
Time: 3pm
Bookings: 5624 2456 or www.wgac.org.au
* Wednesday 17 August
Ballroom Dance Class
Every Wednesday evening, a Ballroom Dance class is held. New dancers are always
welcome.
Venue: St Paul’s Grammar School Year 9 Centre
Location: Sutton Street, Warragul
Time: 7.30pm – 9.30pm
Cost: $10 fee. Supper provided.
Enquiries: Lea 0418 935 412
* Thursday 25 August
Voices from the Pacific
You’re invited to an evening with Nic Maclellan (journalist and researcher0 who will talk
about the impacts of global warming in the Pacific Islands. Nic has recently studied how
these communities are responding to the impacts of climate change focusing on food security,
water supply, public health and coastal management.
Venue: Community Health Centre
Location: 31-35 Gladstone Street, Warragul
Time: 7.30pm – 9.30pm
Admission: Free. No bookings required.
Presented by Baw Baw Sustainability Network
Looking Ahead …………….
AUGUST
* Friday 26 August
Skipping Girl Vinegar
In amongst the madness and fervour of the past four years, Melbourne five-piece Skipping
Girl Vinegar have become one of Australia’s most talked about bands.
Venue: West Gippsland Arts Centre
Location: Albert Street, Warragul
Time: 8pm
Bookings: 5624 2456 or www.wgac.org.au
* Friday 26 – Sunday 28 August
Quilt Show
‘The Friends of Hillview’ seventh annual Quilt & Craft Exhibition will feature between 80 to
100 items on display including quilts, cross stitch, bags, dolls, crocheting, tablecloths and
embroidery.
There will also be a display of antique sewing machines and vintage cars and hot rods, garage
sale, fabric sales, BBQ lunch and Devonshire teas.
Venue: Hillview Aged Care
Location: A’Beckett Road, Bunyip
Time: 9.30am – 3.00pm
Admission: $5.00
* Saturday 27 August
Walhalla Vinter Ljusfest Medieval Winter Feast
Hosted by Walhalla Coffee, this event includes a full banquet, mulled wine and warm mead.
Medieval costumes are encouraged.
Time: 6pm
Admission: $89.00
Bookings: 5165 6220
* Saturday 27 / Sunday 28 August
„Torrez‟
Brought to you by Off the Leash Productions, Torrez is a raucously funny expose of the
world of celebtity and sport. Written by award-winning Australian playwright Ian Wilding,
Torrez is deliciously astute and unpredictable and features two of the worst-behaved men
ever seen on the Australian stage.
Venue: West Gippsland Arts Centre
Location: Civic Place, Albert Street, Warragul
Time: Saturday 8pm, Sunday 2pm
Admission: $25, concession $20
Bookings: 5624 2456 or wgac.org.au
www.torrez.offtheleashtheatre.com.au
* Saturday 27 August
Annual Mayoral Charity Gala
The 2011 Mayoral Charity Gala will support Habitat for Humanity. The evening will feature
a main auction and a silent auction with over $10,000 worth of quality goods on offer.
Venue: Lardner Park Exhibition Centre
Location: Burnt Store Road Lardner
Time: 6.30pm for 7.00pm start
Admission: $65.00 per person or $650 per table of ten. This includes 2 course meal,
complimentary drink on arrival and entertainment with a four-piece band.
Dress code formal with a touch of purple.
RSVP by Thursday 18 August
All proceeds will be donated to Habitat for Humanity to assist low income families realise
their dream of building and owning their own home. Habitat for Humanity relies on
volunteers and fundraising.
Bookings: www.bawbawshire.vic.gov.au or contact Pam Boyes on 5624 2497
* Saturday 27 August
Yarragon Community Craft & Produce Market
Quality craft, jewellery, fresh produce, plants, dried fruits and chocolate.
Venue: Yarragon Public Hall
Location: Campbell Street, Yarragon
Time: 9am – 2.00pm
Enquiries: Allison Butterworth 5634 2209
* Saturday 27 August
Gippsland Heritage Park Saturday Market
Venue: Old Gippstown
Location: 211 Lloyd Street, Moe
Time: 10am – 2pm
Enquiries: 5127 3082
www.gippslandheritagepark.com.au
* Saturday 27 August
Family Fun Day
Supporting disadvantaged children both locally and overseas through raising money and
awareness of local charity Project Dovetail. This family day offers rides, attractions, animals,
face painting, glitter tattoos and live entertainment.
Venue: Gumbuya Park
Location: 2705 Princes Highway, Tynong
Time: 10am – 4pm
Enquiries: www.gumbuya.com.au
www.projectdovetail.org
* Tuesday 30 August
Motherhood The Musical
It’s the joyous journey and loving look at the blessings and perils of being a Mum. It’s
climbing the emotional mountain only to find that there’s laundry at the top.
Venue: West Gippsland Arts Centre
Location: Civic Place, Albert Street, Warragul
Time: 8pm
Bookings: 5624 2456 or wgac.org.au
www.motherhoodthemusical.com.au
* Wednesday 31 August
„Oh What A Night‟
Direct from Las Vegas, ‘Oh What A Night’ is a musical tribute to Frankie Valli and The Four
Seasons. Features all the well-known hits.
Venue: West Gippsland Arts Centre
Location: Civic Place, Albert Street Warragul
Time: 8pm
Bookings: WGAC 5624 2456 or wgac.org.au
SEPTEMBER
* Friday 2 September
White Room Live Music Night
Quality local live music – jazz, pop, blues, Irish, contemporary, acoustic, ballads, folk,
instrumental and much more.
Venue: Old Drouin Butter Factory
Location: South Road, Drouin
Time: 8pm – 10pm
Enquiries: Des Hughes 0418 588 528
* Saturday 3 September
Firebird Trio
Wesley of Warragul ‘Simply Music’ presents Firebird Trio featuring Joseph Haydn Piano
Trio in B, Franz Liszt ‘Wenn die letzten Sterne bleichen’and Franz Schubert Piano Trio in B.
Venue: Wesley of Warragul
Location: 62 Victoria Street, Warragul
Time: 8pm
Tea, coffee and wine available
Admission: Adults $32, youth $22
Bookings: WGAC 5624 2456 or www.wgac.org.au
* Sunday 4 September
Longwarry Fire Brigade Market
Features over 180 stalls with something for everyone. Includes clothing, jewellery, a great
range of crafts, giftware, leather goods, fruit and vegetables, new and used tools, hardware,
grocery items, second-hand bric-a-brac and trash and treasure stalls. Plant stalls sell
everything from seedlings to trees and just about everything in between.
Hot food, drinks and Devonshire teas are available.
Venue: Longwarry Fire Station and Bennett Street Park area.
Time: 8am – 1pm
Enquiries: Glenda 0419 158 946
* Sunday 4 September
Poowong Produce Swap
Venue: Poowong Public Hall
Time: 9.30am – 11.00pm
Enquiries: 5659 2308
* Sunday 4 September
Father‟s Day Car Show
Features trophies and kids’ activities.
Venue: Old Gippstown
Location: Lloyd Street, Moe
Time: Cars may enter from 7.30am; public entry from 10am
Admission: Car entrants $15, includes two adults.
Public entry: $5.00
Enquiries: Michael Fozard 5127 3082
* Wednesday 7 September
Yarragon Produce Swap
Venue: St Mark’s Anglican Church
* Wednesday 7 September
deep blue orchestra
Deep blue is the orchestra unleashed. The performance is charged with emotion and
engagement. It’s fun, dynamic, entertaining and rule breaking. There is no conductor, no
music stands and no stuffy traditions. You don’t have to know when to clap and when to be
quiet … you can just enjoy it.
Venue: West Gippsland Arts centre
Location: Albert Street, Warragul
Time: 8pm
Bookings: 5624 2456
www.wgac.org.au
* Thursday 8 September
Wines of Gippsland Inc Wine Show 2011
‘Wines of Gippsland’ is again proud to be presenting the Wines of Gippsland Show for 2011.
Winemakers Forum: 2pm – 4.00pm
Exhibitor Tasting: 4pm – 6pm
Presentation Dinner (includes three course meal and wine): 7.00pm – 10.30pm
Venue: Lardner Park
Location: Burnt Store Road, Lardner via Warragul
For all information on the show, business sponsorship and bookings for the Presentation
Dinner, contact Vicky Keane, Wine Show coordinator on 0417 034 300
Email: vickykeane@dcsi.net.au
* Friday 9 – Monday 12 September
Fabric Art Exhibition
An amazing exhibition by renowned Traralgon Uniting Church Fabric Art Group
Venue: Drouin Uniting Church
Location: 9 Sinclair Street, Drouin
* Saturday 10/Sunday 11 September
Lioness Club of Warragul Bi-Annual Quilt & Craft Exhibition
A number of diverse trade stands will operate during the weekend. A quilt raffle will be held
and attendees can vote for ‘Best Quilt in show’.
Tea, coffee and food will be available.
All proceeds will be directed to West Gippsland Hospital
Venue: Exhibition Hall
Location: Howitt Street (South Road) Warragul
Time: 10am – 4pm
Cost: $5
Enquiries: Judy 5622 0824; Maria 5623 5148
* Saturday 10 September
A Midsummer Night‟s Dream
It’s a hopeless and wonderful world. The seasons have gone awry, the grownups are in denial
and the young are randy with hope and despair. Suddenly, in the midst of overwhelming
uncertainty, four young lovers take a mighty stab at happiness.
Venue: West Gippsland Arts Centre
Location: Albert Street, Warragul
Time: 8pm
Bookings: 5624 2456 or www.wgac.org.au
* Saturday 10 September
Rokeby Community Market
Second Saturday of month - Plants, Craft and Produce
Venue: Rokeby Reserve
Location: Main Road, Rokeby
Time: 8.30am – 12.30pm
Enquiries: Rhiannon 5626 8523
* Sunday 11 September
“In the Pink”
Dynamic piano virtuoso, Julia Hastings, will present a solo piano recital including works by
Haydn, Liszt, Chopin and Vine. Julia will be supported by guest artists Dovi Hanner on violin
and Christopher Munn on cello.
Proceeds will be donated to the National Breast Cancer Foundation
Venue: Wesley of Warragul
Location: Victoria Street, Warragul
Time: 2.30pm
Admission: Adults $15, students $10
Bookings: Pauline 5623 6665
Julia will present a second performance at the Camberwell Uniting Church, 314 Camberwell
Road on Saturday 17 September 5pm
* Saturday 17 September
Drouin Rotary Produce & Craft Market
- fresh produce, clothing, jewellery, plants, preserves and much more
Venue: Civic Park
Location: Young Street, Drouin
Time: 8am – 12.30pm
Enquiries: Bill Petschack 0418 595 540, 5625 3360
* Saturday 17 September
Gippsland Heritage Park Saturday Market
Venue: Old Gippstown
Location: 211 Lloyd Street, Moe
Time: 9am – 2pm
Enquiries: 5127 3082
www.gippslandheritagepark.com.au
* Saturday 17 September
Pastel workshop with Nola Clark
It is always a delight to learn from Nola and her endless knowledge of this medium. Nola
comes to us as a highly sought after artist, demonstrator and judge.
Venue: Yarragon Public Hall
Location: Campbell Street, Yarragon
Cost: $60
Bookings: Joan or Lyal Bognuda 5634 2044
* Saturday 17 – Sunday 18 September
West Gippsland Orchid Club
Venue: Anglican Church Hall
Location: Princes Way Drouin
* Sunday 18 September
West Gippsland Music & Drama Eisteddfod Showcase/Awards Concert
Featuring 2011 Award/Scholarship and Championship winners. Guest artist will be classical
guitarist, Daniel Nistico, 2008 JCI Outstanding Performer.
Venue: Wesley of Warragul
Location: Victoria Street, Warragul
Time: 2pm
Admission: Adults $10, secondary & tertiary students $5
* Sunday 18 September
„A Day out at Lardner Park‟
Enjoy a day of discovery at Victoria’s Craft Markets. Unique gifts and décor, the freshest
farm produce and great food await you.
Venue: Lardner Park
Location: Burnt Store Road Lardner
Time: 9.00am – 2.00pm
Parking: $3.00
Enquiries: 5974 4710
www.craftmarkets.com.au
Friday 23 September/Sunday 2 October
West Gippsland Dance Festival
The 21 Annual West Gippsland Dance Festival features solos, duets/trios and troupes.
Venue: West Gippsland Arts Centre
Location: Civic Place, Albert Street Warragul
Times: Morning: 8.30am – 12 noon
Afternoon: 1pm – 5pm
Evening: from 6pm
Admission: $3.50 or $2.50 concession per session or $7.50 or $5.50 concession per day
Enquiries: Sharyn Purcell - info@westgippslanddancefestival.com.au
Website: www.westgippslanddancefestival.org.au
* Saturday 24 September
Café Arts
Don’t miss this highly entertaining afternoon. Includes music, poetry and performance –
open stage.
Bring a plate to share.
Venue: Warragul Community House
Location: 138 Normanby Street Warragul
Time: 2pm
Cost: Donation at the door
Enquiries: 5623 6032
* Thursday 29 September
Scratchboard Workshop with Lesley Barrett
Leslie introduces an exciting new medium into the area. She has previously worked in oils,
water colour and pencils but now focuses on her love of scratchboard art.
This is a must for anyone who loves animals and drawing.
Classes will be small so book early.
Brought to you by Trtitec Art Supplies
Venue: Yarragon Public Hall
Location: Campbell Street, Yarragon
Enquiries & bookings: Lyal and Joan Bognuda
Phone: 5634 2044
OCTOBER
* Sunday 2 October
Longwarry Fire Brigade Market
Features over 180 stalls with something for everyone. Includes clothing, jewellery, a great
range of crafts, giftware, leather goods, fruit and vegetables, new and used tools, hardware,
grocery items, second-hand bric-a-brac and trash and treasure stalls. Plant stalls sell
everything from seedlings to trees and just about everything in between.
Hot food, drinks and Devonshire teas are available.
Venue: Longwarry Fire Station and Bennett Street Park area.
Time: 8am – 1pm
Enquiries: Glenda 0419 158 946
* Sunday 2 October
Poowong Produce Swap
Venue: Poowong Public Hall
Time: 9.30am – 11.00pm
Enquiries: 5659 2308
* Sunday 2 October/ Sunday 9 October
Janet Flinn Workshop
Janet will demonstrate her painting techniques used to produce her brilliant native birdlife
works. This workshop is proudly hosted in conjunction with the West Gippsland Gardivalia
Festival.
Venue: Town & Country Gallery
Location: Princes Highway, Yarragon
Time: Gallery open from 10am – 5pm
Enquiries: 5634 2229
* Monday 3 October
Printmaking with Helen Timbury
This workshop will be held during the school holidays, providing an excellent opportunity for
students and teachers to participate. The workshop is being held in conjunction with
Gardivalia with a spring floral designs and environmental theme.
Venue: Yarragon Public Hall
Location: Campbell Street, Yarragon
Cost: $60
Bookings: Joan or Lyal Bognuda 5634 2044
* Saturday 8 October
Rokeby Community Market
Second Saturday of month - Plants, Craft and Produce
Venue: Rokeby Reserve
Location: Main Road, Rokeby
Time: 8.30am – 12.30pm
Enquiries: Rhiannon 5626 8523
* Sunday 16 – Monday 31 October
„Watercolour Gardens‟
Sumptuous watercolour paintings by Lois Brown celebrating the glory of Gippsland gardens.
This exhibition is proudly hosted in conjunction with the West Gippsland Gardivalia Festival.
Venue: Town & Country Gallery
Location: Princes Highway, Yarragon
Time: 10am – 5pm
Enquiries: Jo Wolswinkle 5634 2229
* Saturday 8/Sunday 9 October
Drouin Lions Baw Baw Garden & Home Expo
The 11th annual Garden Expo features over 150 beautiful displays and sales including 40
specialist plus general nurseries, an extensive orchid display, landscaping, tanks and water
saving devices, gardening tools and machinery, shade and hot houses, spas and pools, statues
and garden features, indoor and outdoor furniture, builders and tradespeople.
Demonstrations by television celebrity and other experts.
Hot food and Devonshire teas available.
Venue: Lardner Park
Location: Burnt Store Road, Warragul
Time: 9am – 4pm
Admission: Adults $6. Children under 16 free
All proceeds donated by Drouin Lions Club back to the community.
Enquiries: Maureen 5625 4589 or Mike 5625 1990
www.drouinlions.org.au/gardenexpo
* Saturday 8 October
Scratchboard Workshop with Leslie Barrett
Leslie introduces an exciting new medium into the area. She has previously worked in oils,
water colour and pencils but now focuses on her love of scratchboard art.
This is a must for anyone who loves animals and drawing.
Classes will be small so book early.
Brought to you by Trtitec Art Supplies
Venue: Yarragon Public Hall
Location: Campbell Street, Yarragon
Enquiries & bookings: Lyal and Joan Bognuda
Phone: 5634 2044
* Saturday 15/Sunday 16 October
Gardivalia Open Gardens
Over 20 beautiful West Gippsland gardens will open their gates to the public, many for the
first time. Along with open gardens, Gardivalia also features sustainable and native gardens,
garden tours, demonstrations and workshops, art exhibitions, sculpture displays, ‘Poetry in
the Gardens’, music, gourmet food and wine.
* Saturday 15 October
Drouin Rotary Produce & Craft Market
- fresh produce, clothing, jewellery, plants, preserves and much more
Venue: Civic Park
Location: Young Street, Drouin
Time: 8am – 12.30pm
Enquiries: Bill Petschack 0418 595 540, 5625 3360
NOVEMBER
* Sunday 6 November
Longwarry Fire Brigade Market
Features over 180 stalls with something for everyone. Includes clothing, jewellery, a great
range of crafts, giftware, leather goods, fruit and vegetables, new and used tools, hardware,
grocery items, second-hand bric-a-brac and trash and treasure stalls. Plant stalls sell
everything from seedlings to trees and just about everything in between.
Hot food, drinks and Devonshire teas are available.
Venue: Longwarry Fire Station and Bennett Street Park area.
Time: 8am – 1pm
Enquiries: Glenda 0419 158 946
* Saturday 12 November
Rokeby Community Market
Second Saturday of month - Plants, Craft and Produce
Venue: Rokeby Reserve
Location: Main Road, Rokeby
Time: 8.30am – 12.30pm
Enquiries: Rhiannon 5626 8523
* Sunday 13 November
Open Studios West Gippsland
A day to meet with artists, to browse, buy and learn more about the creative process …
A wonderful opportunity to buy original artwork before Christmas and to meet the creators
themselves.
This is a self-guided tour of approximately 20 studios.
Time: 10am – 5pm
Admission: $5.00 per person (under 18 free).
Enquiries: Kerrie Warren- mail@kerriewarren.com.au
http://www.kerriewarren.com.au/general-information/open-studios-west-gippsland
* Saturday 19 November
Drouin Rotary Produce & Craft Market
- fresh produce, clothing, jewellery, plants, preserves and much more
Venue: Civic Park
Location: Young Street, Drouin
Time: 8am – 12.30pm
Enquiries: Bill Petschack 0418 595 540, 5625 3360
* Sunday 20 November
“A Day out at Lardner Park‟
Enjoy a day of discovery at Victoria’s Craft Markets. Unique gifts and décor, the freshest
farm produce and great food await you.
Venue: Lardner Park
Location: Burnt Store Road Lardner
Time: 9.00am – 2.00pm
Parking: $3.00
Enquiries: 5974 4710
www.craftmarkets.com.au
* Saturday 26 November
Jazz @ Janalli
Venue: Janalli Gardens and Accommodation
Location: 285 Wagners Road, Neerim South
Time: Gates open at 5.30pm Music starts at 6.30pm
Janalli hampers available or BYO picnic. Local wines, beers and tea and coffee available.
Enquiries and bookings: 03 5628 1476
www.janalli.com
Facebook at Janalli
DECEMBER
* Sunday 4 December
Longwarry Fire Brigade Market
Features over 180 stalls with something for everyone. Includes clothing, jewellery, a great
range of crafts, giftware, leather goods, fruit and vegetables, new and used tools, hardware,
grocery items, second-hand bric-a-brac and trash and treasure stalls. Plant stalls sell
everything from seedlings to trees and just about everything in between.
Hot food, drinks and Devonshire teas are available.
Venue: Longwarry Fire Station and Bennett Street Park area.
Time: 8am – 1pm
Enquiries: Glenda 0419 158 946
*Saturday 10 December
Rokeby Community Market
Second Saturday of month - Plants, Craft and Produce
Venue: Rokeby Reserve
Location: Main Road, Rokeby
Time: 8.30am – 12.30pm
Enquiries: Rhiannon 5626 8523
* Saturday 17 December
Drouin Rotary Produce & Craft Market
- fresh produce, clothing, jewellery, plants, preserves and much more
Venue: Civic Park
Location: Young Street, Drouin
Time: 8am – 12.30pm
Enquiries: Bill Petschack 0418 595 540, 5625 3360
JANUARY 2012
* Saturday 14 January
Rokeby Community Market
Second Saturday of month - Plants, Craft and Produce
Venue: Rokeby Reserve
Location: Main Road, Rokeby
Time: 8.30am – 12.30pm
Enquiries: Rhiannon 5626 8523
* Saturday 21/Sunday22 January
Warragul & District Lapidary Club Annual Jewellery, Gem & Craft Show
This popular event showcases the beautiful creations of cut and polished gemstones, silver
smithing, silver and gold wire wrapping. Club members personally designed and hand crafted
jewellery will be on display, along with demonstrations of jewellery making, glass beading
and gold panning. Also features faceting demonstrations and gold sieving, spectacular
fluorescent minerals, opals and fossils, tools and lapidary supplies.
Location: Campbell Street, Yarragon
Time: Saturday 9am – 5pm, Sunday 10am – 4pm
Enquiries: Elisabeth Smoorenburg 5634 2600 or 0421 026 357
FEBRUARY
* Saturday 11 February
Rokeby Community Market
Second Saturday of month - Plants, Craft and Produce
Venue: Rokeby Reserve
Location: Main Road, Rokeby
Time: 8.30am – 12.30pm
Enquiries: Rhiannon 5626 8523
MARCH
* Saturday10 March
Rokeby Community Market
Second Saturday of month - Plants, Craft and Produce
Venue: Rokeby Reserve
Location: Main Road, Rokeby
Time: 8.30am – 12.30pm
Enquiries: Rhiannon 5626 8523
APRIL
* Saturday 14 April
Rokeby Community Market
Second Saturday of month - Plants, Craft and Produce
Venue: Rokeby Reserve
Location: Main Road, Rokeby
Time: 8.30am – 12.30pm
Enquiries: Rhiannon 5626 8523
MAY
* Saturday 12 May
Rokeby Community Market
Second Saturday of month - Plants, Craft and Produce
Venue: Rokeby Reserve
Location: Main Road, Rokeby
Time: 8.30am – 12.30pm
Enquiries: Rhiannon 5626 8523
What‟s On in the Arts ………….
* Wednesday 17 August – Friday 16 September
„Emotive‟
Warragul artist, Wendy Walker, will present a series of 20 contemporary paintings in her
‘Emotive’ exhibition. These vibrant works depict an emotional journey from tragedy to
triumph. Carmel Traynor and Elaine Falak will also feature their art work.
Opening: Wednesday 17 August 6.30pm
Venue: West Gippsland Arts Centre
Location: Albert Street, Warragul
Times: 9am – 5pm weekdays
* Saturday 20 August
Watercolours with Glen Hoyle – Australian Gum Trees
Popular watercolour artist, Glen Hoyle, is back for an Australiana workshop. It promises to
be another superb day so book early. Glen was a winner again at the Camberwell Art Show
this year.
Brought to you by Tritec Art Supplies.
Venue: Yarragon Public Hall
Location: Campbell Street, Yarragon
Cost: $60
Enquiries and bookings: Joan or Lyal Bognuda 5634 2044
* Saturday 17 September
Pastel workshop with Nola Clark
It is always a delight to learn from Nola and her endless knowledge of this medium. Nola
comes to us as a highly sought after artist, demonstrator and judge.
Venue: Yarragon Public Hall
Location: Campbell Street, Yarragon
Cost: $60
Bookings: Joan or Lyal Bognuda 5634 2044
* Thursday 29 September
Scratchboard Workshop with Lesley Barrett
Leslie introduces an exciting new medium into the area. She has previously worked in oils,
water colour and pencils but now focuses on her love of scratchboard art.
This is a must for anyone who loves animals and drawing.
Classes will be small so book early.
Brought to you by Trtitec Art Supplies
Venue: Yarragon Public Hall
Location: Campbell Street, Yarragon
Enquiries & bookings: Lyal and Joan Bognuda
Phone: 5634 2044
* Sunday 2 October/ Sunday 9 October
Janet Flinn Workshops
Janet will demonstrate her painting techniques used to produce her brilliant native birdlife
works. This workshop is proudly hosted in conjunction with the West Gippsland Gardivalia
Festival.
Venue: Town & Country Gallery
Location: Princes Highway, Yarragon
Time: Gallery open from 10am – 5pm
Enquiries: 5634 2229
* Saturday 8 October
Scratchboard Workshop with Leslie Barrett
Leslie introduces an exciting new medium into the area. She has previously worked in oils,
water colour and pencils but now focuses on her love of scratchboard art.
This is a must for anyone who loves animals and drawing.
Classes will be small so book early.
Brought to you by Trtitec Art Supplies
Venue: Yarragon Public Hall
Location: Campbell Street, Yarragon
Enquiries & bookings: Lyal and Joan Bognuda
Phone: 5634 2044
* Sunday 16 – Monday 31 October
„Watercolour Gardens‟
Sumptuous watercolour paintings by Lois Brown celebrating the glory of Gippsland gardens.
This exhibition is proudly hosted in conjunction with the West Gippsland Gardivalia Festival.
Venue: Town & Country Gallery
Location: Princes Highway, Yarragon
Time: 10am – 5pm
Enquiries: Jo Wolswinkle 5634 2229
* Sunday 13 November
Open Studios West Gippsland
A day to meet with artists, to browse, buy and learn more about the creative process …
A wonderful opportunity to buy original artwork before Christmas and to meet the creators
themselves.
This is a self-guided tour of approximately 20 studios.
Time: 10am – 5pm
Admission: $5.00 per person (under 18 free).
Enquiries: Kerrie Warren- mail@kerriewarren.com.au
http://www.kerriewarren.com.au/general-information/open-studios-west-gippsland
Things to see & do:
Lillico Glass Studio & Clearly Delicious
Check out the range of condiments and preserves at the Clearly Delicious Produce Store,
browse the Lillico Glass Gallery filled with stunning glass art and functional pieces or
wander the extensive country garden.
Open: Wednesday to Sunday or by appointment 10.00am - 5.00pm
Morning and afternoon teas available for groups – bookings essential.
Cost: Free entry
Location: Lillico Road, Lillico
Enquiries: 5623 1592
Nickelby at Darnum
Experience the wonderful world of alpacas and view the luxurious clothing for all seasons.
Also available at Nickelby is a large range of Angelique’s Country Garden body products. A
café for coffee & cake adds to your experience.
Join the Nickelby Nutty Knitters group. This fun session is held on the 3rd Thursday of every
month. Everyone welcome but ring prior to first visit for details.
Location: 308 Darnum Shady Creek Road, Darnum
Open hours: Wednesday to Sunday 10am – 5pm
Enquiries: Angela Betheras 5627 8121
Red Door Bookshop
Have you read a good book lately? The Red Door Bookshop offers a huge range of quality
second-hand books.
Location: 68 Queen Street Warragul
Open: Tuesday to Sunday
Times: 10am - 5pm
Enquiries: 5622 2040
B‟zarte of Jindivick
Enjoy a browse through this gallery of fine things that includes art works of many local
artists, antiques and collectables.
565 Main Jindivick Road, Jindivick
Open Wednesday to Sunday 11am – 4pm
Enquiries: 5628 5229
The Jindivick Country Gardener
‘A nursery that will surprise and delight every garden lover”
The nursery offers rare and unusual trees, shrubs and perennials, unique garden furniture and
sculpture. A gift shop features antiques, home furnishings, garden tools and books.
Garden design service available.
Open Wednesday to Sunday
Hours: 10am – 5pm
1070 Jacksons Track, Jindivick
Enquiries: David 5628 5316
Email: jindigardener@bigpond.com
The Press Cellars
Free tastings every Friday
Time: 4.30pm – 7.00pm
Address: Smith Street, Warragul
Now open Sundays 11am – 6pm
Enquiries: David or Stewart 5622 0494
Darnum Musical Village
Australia’s only musical village.
See a beautifully restored collection of fine musical instruments in a unique historical setting.
You will be delighted with the interactive guided tour.
Stuart Street, Darnum
Open daily 10am – 4pm
Enquiries: 5627 8235
Alpine Trout Farm
Bring the whole family for a great outing. Catch your own trout and salmon.
Smoked trout and fresh fish for sale. BBQ areas.
Fish available for dam stocking,
Venue: Alpine Trout Farm
Location: 115 Mt Baw Baw2 Tourist Road, Noojee
Open: Seven days a week 9.30am – 5pm
Enquiries: 5628 9584
Silver Tree Décor
Roz, formerly of ‘The Rosary’ has opened in Trafalgar. Exquisite jewellery, stylish handbags,
French reproduction furniture, table lamps, mirrors and prints and giftware are all available
for sale.
Location: 20 Contingent Street, Trafalgar
Open: Monday – Saturday 1pm
Phone: 5633 3446
Cumquat Junction
With water features, statues, bird cages, table runners, candles, lamps and fresh flowers, this
fascinating store has a Mediterranean feel and is well worth a visit. New stock arriving each
week.
Location: 1B Campbell Street, Yarragon
Phone: 5634 2532
Candalaraine Alpacas
Specialises in all things alpaca, including unique hand crafted Alpaca wear, designed and
made by local crafts people.
Venue: Candalaraine Alpacas
Location: 2035 Main Neerim Road, Neerim South
Open 7 days 9am – 5pm
Bus groups by appointment.
Enquiries: 5628 1718
www.candalaraine.com
Dining Out
Mirador Springs Gardens and Tea House
This delightful tea house offers a large selection of teas including herbal, organic and fairtrade
as well as organic coffee and wholesome homemade baking, with an emphasis on
seasonal food.
Location: 95 Haynes Track, Trafalgar South
(Off Sunny Creek Road)
Open: First Sunday of every month. Closed for winter.
Times: 10am – 4pm
Enquiries: 5633 1993
Jack‟s at Jindivick
Location: 1070 Jacksons Track, Jindivick
Dinner: Thursday – Saturday
Lunch: Wednesday - Sunday
Sunday Breakfast 8.30am – 11.30pm
Coffee, Tea & Cakes $10.00 all day Sunday
Bookings: 5628 5424
The Barn on Jacksons Café and Bar
Location: 1070 Jacksons Track, Jindivick
Open hours: Monday – Friday: 10am – 3pm
Saturday – Sunday: 9am – 4pm
Bookings: 5628 5494
Brandy Creek Wines and View Café
This Spanish inspired restaurant is famous for its Paella Feasts, Churrasco, tapas and
Tempranillo wines.
Location: 570 Buln Buln Road, Drouin East
Open hours: Thursday to Saturday 10:00AM to 11:00PM
Sunday and Public Holidays 10.00AM to 5:00PM
Other times by arrangement.
Available for Weddings, Business Meetings and Functions of all types
Bookings on (03) 5625 4498 or 0429 413 389
email: admin@brandycreekwines.com.au
web: www.brandycreekwines.com.au
Wild Dog Winery-Restaurant-Vineyard
Location: Warragul Korumburra Road, Warragul
Restaurant open for lunch Wednesday to Sunday 10am – 4pm
Dinner Friday to Saturday from 6pm
Cellar Door open for tastings and sales daily
Time: 10am – 5pm
www.wilddogwinery.com
Bookings: 5623 2211
The Dog House
Adjacent to the winery and restaurant, The Dog House offers a traditional pub menu from
steaks, pasta and fish to chicken parma and the famous lamb’s fry.
Open 7 days a week from 11.00am for lunch & dinner.
Designed with after work drinks in mind, we have beer on tap, juke box, pool table and a
sunken deck!
Location: Warragul Korumburra Road, Warragul
Enquiries: Phil 5622 2781
Email: info@doghouse.net.au
www.doghouse.net.au
Parnassus
Guest House – Restaurant - Vineyard
New manager appointed
Resident Manager Jaqui McGill
Head chef Spephen Clarke
Enquiries & bookings 0438 347 096
In2Food Café-Bar-Bistro
Lunch Special
$17 includes main course, glass of house wine or cup of coffee.
- Private dining room for 12 people
- Function room seats 60
Dinner Monday to Saturday
Lunch Monday to Friday
Location: 19 Queen Street, Warragul
Bookings: 5622 2800
The Courthouse
Luncheons and dinner available.
Full take-away menu available including gourmet pastas, risottos and pizzas.
Open 6 days a week. Monday to Wednesday: 10am – late
Friday, Saturday & Sunday: 9am – late
Closed Tuesdays.
Location: 72 Smith Street, Warragul
Bookings: 5622 2442
Middels Tapas Bar & Restaurant
Experience fine modern dining in casual comfort at Middels.
Features a unique infusion of tapas, alfresco and international cuisine, as well as an extensive
wine list, imported beers and premium cocktails over breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Location: 94 – 114 Princes Way, Drouin
Bookings: 5625 2014
www.middels.com.au
* Bukhara Indian Restaurant
This multi award winning restaurant offers all your favourite Indian dishes, dips and breads.
Fully licensed – bookings advisable.
Location: 3/12 Napier Street, Warragul
Bookings: 5622 0025
Robin Hood Inn
Offers excellent cuisine, conference facilities, bar, bottle shop, general store and comfortable
accommodation.
Location: Princes Highway, Drouin West
Bookings: 5625 4884
Luciano‟s Restaurant & Bar
Menu includes an extensive range of delicious Italian pasta, pizza, seafood, steak, chicken,
risotto and salad dishes.
Fully licensed. Come in and enjoy a relaxing drink at the bar.
Open hours: Monday – Saturday 11am – late
Closed Sundays
Address : 17A Princes Way Drouin
Bookings & Take-away orders: 5625 5211
59 On Queen Restaurant
Offers fresh seasonal menu, extensive wine list and friendly professional service.
Open: Monday to Friday - lunch & dinner
Saturday - dinner
Other times by appointment
Bookings: 5623 6017
www.59onqueen.com.au
Debritz at the Arts Centre
Avoid the lunch hour rush and relax at Debritz
The perfect spot for informal meetings, light lunch or coffee and cake.
Takeaway lunches available.
Bookings: 5624 2489
Open hours: Monday to Friday 10am – 3pm with light lunches served from 11.am – 2pm
The Chambers Restaurant Coffee & Wine Bar
Traditional European and modern Australian cuisine.
Address: 35 Smith Street, Warragul
Bookings: 5623 3090
The Toolshed Bar/Bistro
Open 7 days a week for lunch and dinne
Address: 38 Loch Valley Road, Noojee
Phone: 61-3 5628 9669
Facsimile: 61-3 5628 9661
E-Mail: inquiries@theoutpostretreat.com
Website: www.theoutpostretreat.com
The Darnum
A great place for functions, engagements, birthdays or family get-togethers.
Bookings: 5627 8133
Tandoori Delights
The restaurant offers dine in, take away and catering.
Fully licensed and BYO (wine only)
Address: 4/55 Smith Street Warragul
Open Tuesdays to Sundays.
Time: 5.00pm til late
Bookings: 5622 1927
Red Hot Curry
Dine in and Take –Away
BYO
Home delivery available.
Address: 15 Hamp Lane Drouin
Open seven days
Hours: 11.00am – 10.30pm
Bookings: 5625 5561
Celebration Tonight
Offering the treat of real Indian taste, this restaurant caters for all occasions.
Address: 1/24 Mason Street, Warragul
Hours: Open 7 nights for dinner
Time: 5.30pm – 11.00pm
Bookings: 5623 4896