The Local Issue 118 February 26, 2018

February 26, 2018 Issue 118 Happy 21st ChillOut!

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Front cover: ChillOut Festival celebrates its 21st birthday this Labour Day long weekend. The Local is a proud ChillOut media partner - so check out the program, a few words from the important people and some great messages from our advertisers throughout this edition!

February 26, 2018 Issue 118 Happy 21st ChillOut!

The Local is a proud media partner of the ChillOut Festival Have fun!!!

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21 years of being out and proud at ChillOut

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HILLOUT Festival is celebrating its 21st birthday in style over the Labour Day long weekend.

From March 8 to 12 there are more than 50 events happening around the region from the Lavish Lunch at Bellinzona Grange at Hepburn to ChillOut’s Official Launch – Out and Proud Disco at the Daylesford Town Hall. Check out the official program in this edition of The Local on pages 14 to 17!

The Roz Moynihan Worthy Cause Lavish Lunch will begin at noon on Friday, March 9 with welcome drinks and canapes served in the newly-opened wine hub, Tastings, followed by a multi-course lunch designed by the Bellinzona chef.

The afternoon will be filled with entertainment by the amazing Aurora MacKrill or is that Liza with a 'Z'?

And of course, there are fabulous auction items kindly donated by local and regional businesses. Proceeds go to this year’s worthy cause recipient, the Daylesford State Emergency Services Unit. The SES volunteers are always there when you need them so this is a great opportunity to give something back to this essential organisation.

Start your 2018 ChillOut celebrations with a fun-filled afternoon of exquisite wining and dining and donating to a wonderful worthy cause.

And if you’ve still got energy to burn, head to ChillOut’s Official Launch and the Out and Proud Disco at the Daylesford Town Hall, again on Friday, March 9 from 8pm. Dance all night to 80s toons with DJ Dozza and watch out for a special guest performance by the Australian Kylie show.

Festival director Merryn Tinkler said preparations for the 21st birthday of ChillOut were shaping up “really, really well”.

“On the back of the marriage equality year everyone is ready for a good celebration. It’s a very exciting time.”

Merryn said with more than 50 events, and with myriad local venues getting on board, there was literally something for everyone to enjoy.

“It’s our 21st year of being out and proud. It’s time to celebrate.”

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4 Our artists

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Norm Close using light and shade to portray images

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ALDON-based builder Glen “Kinga” Roy is Norm Close’s entry in the upcoming Maldon and District Portrait Prize. Norm told his story to Donna Kelly.

“The first 40 years of my life were spent in Trentham where I attended the local primary school. During those formative years I can recall lying on the lounge room floor copying the drawings of Eric Jolliffe in my beloved Saltbush Bill magazines.

I then caught the character-building, decrepit and unheated bus for my secondary schooling at Daylesford Technical High School. My first year of studying art at high school we were situated in the impressive, south-facing art rooms in the Vincent Street campus, now the site of the Daylesford Museum.

I was fortunate enough to have the renowned artist John Ashworth as my art teacher. He nurtured my interest in art.

I have always drawn, doodled and painted as a hobby. However, the opportunity to develop my art practice only became available and possible in later life. I studied at TAFE in Broken Hill and gained Certificate III and IV in Fine Art. The teachers employed there were inspirational and they encouraged my enthusiasm to develop my art processes.

When it was not possible to advance my training any further at that institution I relocated to Bendigo to attend La Trobe University where I graduated with a degree in Visual Art. Consequently, I was offered and accepted a career progression position of an art teaching opportunity back at Broken Hill TAFE. I found this a very rewarding post.

My work has been greatly influenced by the experience over the past 30 years of travelling and working in regional and outback areas of Australia. I have taught, worked and lived in remote communities. This has bestowed upon me a great awareness of the Australian landscape, from an alternate point of view. I use abstraction as the method to illustrate this appreciation.

My body of work varies radically. An example being my black and white drawings, using light and shade to portray images that in many cases cannot be produced as dramatically in colour. I use charcoals and soft pastels to create this effect. I also work with modern acrylic paints to create large modern images on canvas. These paintings are contemporary, therefore of a non-traditional or colonial structure.

I anticipate that my work will provide others a grasp of the rugged interior of Australia, away from the familiar coastal fringe. I believe my audience is wide and varied, as confirmation of this my art has been sold to patrons across the nation.

My work has been exhibited in numerous galleries in Victoria and interstate over the years. At present I have pieces on exhibition in The Tin Shed Gallery in Malmsbury. Alternatively, it is possible to visit my studio gallery at 493 Maldon Newstead Road in Welshmans Reef."

The Maldon and Central Goldfields Portrait Prize will be held at the Maldon Community Centre from March 10 to 18.

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News 5

Pop-up restaurant proves popular at Pavilion

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Pavilion pop-up restaurant

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ENOWNED Swedish chef Måns Backlund wowed diners at a pop-up restaurant at the Hepburn Pavilion last week.

Hosted by the Hepburn Bathhouse & Spa, guests experienced a Swedish twist on Australian classics all under the banner of a Summer Harvest Winemaker’s Dinner. The event put a spotlight on local food and wine producers with wines from Latta Vino and Eastern Peake Vineyard, vegetables from Angelica Organic Farm and free range pork and meat from Jonai Farms.

Måns Backlund is from Gothenburg, Sweden, and has over 16 years’ experience working at top restaurants around the world.

Hepburn Bathhouse & Spa spokesman Mark Wall said the night had been a huge success. “The venue’s atmosphere and its connection to the region and local producers created the perfect fine dining experience. It was great to see people from Daylesford, Hepburn, Ballarat and Melbourne, all coming together for a rare experience.” It is planned that the pop-up restaurant will become a regular event.

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6 Our productions

The Offshore Island

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HE Mount Players' first production for 2018 is The Offshore Island, a drama by Marghanita Laski and directed by Cherry Servis. The season will run from March 9 to 25 at The Mountview Theatre, 56 Smith Street, Macedon.

The Mount Players presents

by arrangement with David Higham Associates

THE OFFSHORE ISLAND

by Marghanita Laski

Set in England some 10 years after a nuclear explosion, widow Rachel Verney and her two children live in an isolated valley that has remained unaffected by the war or its subsequent contamination. They have had no contact with the outside world until one day a group of Americans arrive. The family’s initial delight and gratitude soon gives way to concern.

While The Offshore Island was written in 1954 at the height of the Cold War, a time when many people in Britain feared being in the middle of a potentially catastrophic action, the story still rings true today, although with different protagonists. Will mankind never learn from history?

Set in England some ten years after a nuclear explosion, Rachel survives with her two children in an isolated valley. They have no knowledge of what goes on beyond their little world until one day a group of Americans arrive. A poignant story with a theme as relevant now as the day it was written over sixty years ago

Tickets: www.themountplayers.com or call 5426 1892.

Below, from left, Emma Jackson, Julia Santamaria, Jude Keane, Leigh Johnson

Performance Dates: March 9, 10, 11, 16, 17, 18, 23, 24, 25 THE MOUNTVIEW THEATRE 56 Smith St, Macedon Tickets: www.themountplayers.com. Enquiries 5426 1892

DEBORAH CHEETHAM AO KEYNOTE SPEAKER AT IWD CIVIC EVENT We are pleased to announce that Deborah Cheetham AO is the keynote speaker for the 2018 International Women’s Day Heather Mutimer Women’s Honour Roll function.

Deborah Cheetham, Yorta Yorta woman, Soprano, composer and educator has been a leader and pioneer in the Australian arts landscape for more than 25 years.

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Inspiring 7

Two 'miracles' bring Issa to Franklinford

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RANKLINFORD artist Issa Outtarra was born and raised in Cote d’Ívoire (Ivory Coast) in West Africa. But while it is a beautiful country, Issa had a really difficult childhood.

His parents separated when he was three and he never had the opportunity to go to school, but was used as a child labourer. He eventually left home and remembers sleeping under his work bench, receiving food but no pay as an adolescent apprentice. Issa, who is also making a “personal” donation of a sculpture to ChillOut, told his story to Kyle Barnes.

Kyle: When did you know you were an artist?

Issa: The miracle of my life was when I ran into Michelle Tadjo, a French artist married to an Ivorian Minister. Through some lucky chance, our paths crossed and I began to help her as an assistant, initially just as some “muscle” as she was struggling to move her large sculptures. But quickly she saw my interest and a glimmer of my talent and I became her artistic assistant and learnt an enormous amount as she designed and created her distinctive metal sculptures. Tragically, she died suddenly when I was aged about 20. I knew I was an artist in my own right when her family invited me to stay on and use her studio and I had my first independent exhibition at the French Cultural Centre which was a success.

Since then I have lived to create and am proud to call myself an artist.

Kyle: What sort of sculpture do you do?

Issa: Like Michelle, my first love is metal and I work mostly with different kinds of steel, but I do occasionally integrate other mediums like glass, wood and found objects. I love how I can take a cold masculine piece of steel – rectangular, monochromatic, boring and transform it into a curvaceous, feminine, artwork of myriad forms. I like creating both figurative and abstract sculptures as well as unique artworks that also have a functional use – like chairs, lamps, tables, woodstands and whatever. I don’t see that artwork and furniture need to be separate categories. The best place to see my work is at my studio and sculpture garden at our church at the Franklinford intersection which is open most days and by appointment.

I also exhibit regularly with upcoming exhibitions at the Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show, The Toorak Village Sculpture Show and Mica Grange Autumn Sculpture Exhibition. Bowen & Kenneth Home Décor & Design in Howe St, Daylesford is my only retail outlet. There are also many visible examples of my works scattered at private properties throughout the region.

Kyle: You are donating a sculpture to ChillOut. Can you tell us about that?

Issa: That is a bit of a personal story. As I said I pick up themes connected to my life and play with them – one of the lovely current stories for me is the celebration of love in all its diversity, including Australia embracing institutional recognition with popular acceptance of gay marriage. My gay friends in Africa have and do suffer such prejudice and violence for what; their choice of who they love. It is easier to come out and say you are HIV-infected than that you are gay there. Also Monica and I (as a mixed race couple) lived in post-apartheid South Africa. Pretty confronting to think that would have been illegal not so long ago as well as to see how rare that still is today. I am happy to donate a sculpture that symbolises love in all its diversity to ChillOut. I hope my work resonates with people as it is truly cause for celebration.

Kyle: What is your Central Highlands story?

Issa: Oh, that brings in my second miracle, that of meeting Aussie Monica. We met at an art exhibition when she was a busy public health physician leading a big HIV prevention and care program in my country. Despite having no English then, I followed her to her next job in Cape Town, South Africa and managed to woo her – she is now my wife and mother of Angela, eight, and Sophie, six. It was through her family’s Franklinford Church that we have made Central Highlands our global home since 2011. I am happiest in my little studio on the hill with magpies warbling. I love it here.

Image: Kyle Barnes

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Just sayin’...

Pick me, pick me...

By Donna Kelly

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AM learning the piano, again.

The first time around I was perhaps eight years old. My teacher was Mrs Lane. Her first name was Lois. True story. I never saw her husband so am not sure if he was Superman.

She lived around the corner from my house and I either walked or rode my bike. I remember walking one time and a bloke following me in his car. I ran across the park to her house. I didn't tell her about the bloke and by the time my lesson had finished my small eight-year-old mind had already forgotten.

I never really liked learning the piano. Mrs Lane was very keen on exams, so all I learnt were scales and music pieces to pass exams. I got to about 10 and asked if I could possibly learn some music from The Partridge Family. No, was the answer.

I guess I could have learnt it at home on my own but any practise time, and I didn't practise much, was spent learning those bloody exam pieces. Talk about one certain way to stifle creativity.

I also remember doing little concerts here and there, with her other students, and mostly at aged care facilities. The poor buggers, it's bad enough to be stuck in an aged care place, let alone have to sit and clap at some hopeless kids playing piano.

At one of the concerts we were asked to bring little bags of lollies and we had to choose one resident to give the bag to. I went up to what seemed a really old bloke at the time, although thinking back he was probably a youthful 70, and proffered him my bag of sweets. "No, thanks," he said. WTF? That wasn't part of the plan. So I tried again and again he refused. Finally a staff member intercepted and steered me to a woman who looked like she liked sweets. I think I heard the word "diabetes". Really? Couldn't he have just taken the bag and binned it?

Anyway, the final nail in the coffin with my piano playing was when my dad bought me a tee-shirt. It had a picture of a piano and words which proudly declared "I am a pianist!" I wore it to school where it was quickly interpreted to "I am a penis" with a lot of ensuing laughter. Not helpful when you are already not in the cool gang.

But now I am playing again, sans the tee-shirt. Kyle bought me another one which reads "Editor because freakin' miracle worker isn't a job title". I wear it a lot.

But back to piano. I have a great teacher who doesn't care about exams, well not with me, and I am already playing some Fleetwood Mac, which will be followed up by the Beatles. My teacher even said "just because the notes are written that way doesn't mean you have to play them that way if you don't want to". Mrs Lane would not agree.

And it's just fun. I wander over to my lovely pianola - passed down from my grandmother, sit down, play and then look up and half an hour has flown by. I remember as a kid it seemed like the clock was going backwards. And who knew adding a glass of red wine to piano practice could make such a difference! Anyway, if you are like me, and tried something once and didn't like it, maybe try again. Just playin'...

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Kyneton Theatre Bullarto artist

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YNETON Theatre Company will present Heathers the Musical next month.

Directed by Rauri Barker, the musical tells a story of acceptance and how difficult high school can be, especially when your social standing is involved. The show follows 17-year-old Veronica as she navigates her way through friendships, family and love whilst touching on important issues such as bullying, self-harm and mindfulness.

The show is a new show and stays relevant and upbeat, giving a polite head nod to the past, all while keeping the audience laughing and crying from start to finish. The cast of this local production are coming from all across Victoria including Harcourt, Bendigo, Melton, Sunbury, Melbourne and locally.

Heading up the cast is Gabrielle Sparnon who has been seen locally as Elle Woods in Legally Blonde, Donkey in Shrek and Tinkerbell in Peter Pan. Opposite her talents include Patrick Holmes, Cassidy Pitts, Emily Royle, Alex Frank and Jemma Patullo. Tickets are on sale now from trybooking.com, Facebook or 0438 508 066.

Above, from left, Jemma Patullo, Cassidy Pitts and Emily Royle

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EASONS of Life & Mountain: Phillip Edwards is an exhibition of recent work by the Bullarto artist.

The mainly large-scale watercolours give an insight into Edwards' captivation with the majestic beauty of Mount Buffalo. From rocky outcrops, monoliths and highland bogs to the quiet snow cover and the burst of spring bloom, he captures the seasonal transitions of this central Victorian jewel.

The exhibition features over 70 works born out of a series of seasonal hikes over the last two years. Seasons of Life & Mountain opens at The Cosmopolitan Hotel, Trentham on March 10 from 4pm to 6pm and will run for two months.

News 9

Aquatic centre

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PUBLIC meeting is being planned for the Daylesford Indoor Aquatic Centre interim committee to hear from the community regarding an indoor pool and recreation centre.

A survey held last year, with 457 respondents, found 98 per cent wanted a swimming pool while another 80 per cent also wanted a hydrotherapy pool.

Approximately half of the respondents also wanted a wading pool, a gymnasium with fixed equipment and a group exercise area.

A spokesperson said DIAC’s focus was to develop the centre as an independent community project.

“An open community briefing will be held before Easter at the Daylesford Town Hall, to invite community feedback on some of the site options being considered.

As no final decision has been made on either site or design, DIAC is keen to get community input.”

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Properties in safe hands with people you can trust

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TALENTED local duo has opened a bespoke property management business in Daylesford; Dayburn Property Management.

Brendan and Troy moved to Daylesford from Melbourne four years ago, leaving their city careers behind for a tree change.

Brendan, pictured right with Troy, left, had an extensive career managing sales teams nationally, whilst Troy's hospitality career saw him manage many award-winning hotels in Melbourne.

Troy has been a familiar face in Daylesford working at the Surly Goat, Daylesford Hotel and most recently Larder.

"We realised there was an opportunity to open a business that focused not just on the guest experience, but on the long-term relationships with property owners,” Troy explains.

"Many property owners live outside of Daylesford, so they need to know their properties are in safe hands with people they can trust and people who will care for the property as if it's their own. Property owners are at the centre of everything we do,” Brendan says.

Dayburn Property Management provides Brendan and Troy with the opportunity to carry on their interest in property while utilising their skills in management and customer service right here in their local community.

“We handle all aspects of short term property management from preparing a property for listing which includes photography, cleaning and maintenance, to listing the property online and managing the entire customer experience."

Dayburn Property Management also offers two listings for its properties – at www.dayburnpropertymanagement.com.au, and also on their new accommodation website www.daylesfordcountryretreats.com.au which will be launching very soon.

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News 11

Chef Matt headlining Scrub Hill's Longest Lunch

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ATT Wilkinson will be cooking up a storm at Scrub Hill's Regional Longest Lunch on March 16 and raising money for Newlyn Primary School. That’s because Scrub Hill co-owner Jenni Draper went to Gnotuk Primary School, just out of Camperdown, which had about 20 kids in the school and just four in her year. She has empathy with all that encompasses, and hopes the donation may be used for a trip to Melbourne for something like “an NGV blockbuster”. Matt answered a few questions for The Local.

Donna: What’s a South Yorkshire man doing in Victoria?

Matt: I’ve never been really good with directions, I was supposed to be going to France and somehow ended up in Australia, no seriously.

Donna: Are you bringing your home of Brunswick to Scrub Hill?

Matt: I guess you could say my style of cooking is quite Brunswick East, but I can bring my good sense of humour and dashing good looks along for the day.

Donna: Where will you source your produce?

Matt: This event is really about showcasing the bevy of incredible small producers that are around this region. Some of the producers that we are really excited to be working with include: Salt Kitchen Charcuterie, Tuki Trout Farm, Mt Franklin Organics, Adsum Farmhouse, Angelica Organic Farm and Le Peche Gourmand. With matching tipples from Latta Vino and Animus Distillery.

Donna: What can diners expect – any surprises?

Matt: I truly hope the diners leave with a sense of fulfilment and that the food was honest and above all else, delicious.

Donna: Do your mates get intimidated cooking for you?

Matt: It’s funny how many times I go over to a house for the first time and the hosts are really intimidated by chefs in general. You only have to ask my wife, for as long as I’m not the one cooking, I’ll love anything (having bad plonk to serve up however is another story…).

Donna: What’s your go-to meal for family/friends?

Matt: My go-to meal for family and friends is always a simple yet beautiful roast tarragon and garlic chicken, with about four or five different sides, think biodynamic brown rice salad, grilled zucchini with almonds and honey and some lettuce leaves from my garden. Usually my wife cooks dessert because I’m really bad at baking.

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Kyle’s Rant

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O, EVERYONE’S an expert, I reckon it was since the first days of the competitive TV cooking shows that individuals have jumped on the bandwagon to become food critics.

Sure, betwixt the covers of The Local, readers get a look at some of our gorgeous eateries that dot the Central Highlands.

That is, we basically highlight the price point, what’s new on the menu, the venue and the staff - and take some great food snaps. Notice I said highlight.

We don’t say we are experts or pretend it is a critique such as you find in the pages of main-stream media. Now some of these “experts” do my head in. For example, those couple of wombats on the TV, you know the one with the French accent, I mean the dude’s been in Australia for at least a couple of decades by now. And his mate who is on the paleo diet. Bone broth anyone?

And then there are all the other media food critics who weigh in with their expertly tweaked taste buds. Come on guys. The fact is that we are all individuals and smell and taste things differently, surely that means that we all have different opinions. It’s my opinion a food critic should espouse their particular thoughts on a dish and then qualify their remarks by saying it’s just their view.

Nowadays you mix into that Instagram and sites like TripAdvisor which allow any old schmuck who was, for argument’s sake, having a bad day, I don’t know, maybe they got yelled out by the boss just before leaving Melbourne for a romantic weekend in the region. Then they got stuck in traffic and had an argument with their partner, just before slipping into a restaurant. Of course, they’re going to have a bad experience. Then they go and put their rating on TripAdvisor which brings down the poor restaurateur's average rating, all because the boss shouted at them on Friday afternoon.

I have heard from a lot of our hospitality friends of shocking ratings given to them by the public, the sort of punters that you would never please. There was one where the customers rated the restaurant with three stars because “they had a wonderful time, the staff were courteous, the food was delicious and on time but… we are not sure how they would cope if there were more patrons in the restaurant”.

So they judged that particular venue on a hypothetical scenario bringing down the place’s average star rating. WTF… Another doozy is where the punter rated this particular joint with only three stars because once again everything went swimmingly but they didn’t have room for dessert – so couldn’t rate it. Huh? Anyway, please don’t be flippant. And if you do think you are expert enough to rate our eateries just remember that to you it’s the click of a button but to the restaurateurs it’s their livelihood and the livelihood of their employees. Rate that…

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Program 2018

Program 2018

Ongoing Events

Friday 9th March “Out and About” - 21 Portraits Daylesford artist Michael Parker presents 21 new works. “Out and About” explores themes around how love is preserved through the ages. These portraits capture that essence in all its forms. Themes around how love is preserved through the ages.

Stony Creek Gallery

Bellinzona Grange

LAVISH LUNCH

8 - 18 March

77 Main Rd Hepburn Springs

A sumptuous 3 course meal and drinks with exclusive entertainment by cabaret artist Peter Hunt in the fabulously lavish dining room.

10 Stony Creek Rd Daylesford

Queer Tarot Photography

Neighborhood Centre

A photography/multimedia exhibition of people in the Queer community as they tell their stories through Tarot archetypes.

3pm -7pm Daily 8 - 11 March 13 Camp St Daylesford

Multi-Media Exhibition

Thursday 8th March Telling stories of Queer People through Tarot

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Fundraising for the Daylesford SES

The Perfect Drop

Four Pillars Gin Bar + Giant Games

5 Howe St Daylesford

Relax in our magical courtyard, celebrate Chillout in style. Fun giant games. Spend the day in the sun. Cocktail specials.

12 - 4pm FREE

4 - 6pm $15

Bingo with Frock Hudson 2 Hours of hilarious fun hosted by Frock Hudson, Melbourne’s gay icon, Dean Acuri.

Stay on for dinner - bookings essential.

The Perfect Drop 5 Howe St Daylesford

Farmers Arms

Famous Friday Night Meat Raffle!

Tickle Me Pink: The Legends

Glenlyon Estate

1 East St Daylesford

Drag legends will be coming out in the country to celebrate ChillOut’s 21st coming of age. This event includes dinner, fabulously bitter camp entertainment plus modern pop handbag tunes by DJ Trudi.

6.30pm – late

$1 tickets

Your chance to bring home the best meat in town… Tickets on sale from 6pm. Drawn at 7.30pm sharp. Be present to win prizes!

A courtesy bus will be running.

Tickets: $60 260 Green Gully Road Glenlyon t: 5348 7785

Steak Night $20

Daylesford Hotel

Chill Out with the locals at our famous $20 steak night. Succulent locally sourced beef with your choice of sauce and served with potatoes & greens.

5pm - 9pm

2 Burke Square 5:30 - 9pm Gold coin donation

Daylesford Town Hall 74 Vincent St Daylesford

2 Burke Square

8pm till late

Daylesford

$35 entry

Perfect Drop Pre-Opening Party

Perfect Drop

The Perfect Drop

For all the early birds and the local crew, get in early and get into the party mood.

Live Music - Tyler. S. Mckfunk Band in the courtyard. Free flow bubbles 7pm-9pm.

7pm - late

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Daylesford Hotel

Official Chillout Launch OUT + PROUD DISCO Dance all night to 80’s toons with DJ Dozza. Special Guest: Australian Kylie Show! Dress up & get down. Celebrate being out & proud for 21 years.

The Perfect Drop Opening Party

5 Howe St Daylesford 8pm till late Tickets: $15 pre sale $20 on the door (if available)

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Resident ChillOut DJ’s: Debra Walters & DJ Kista playing on the balcony. Funky tunes, jugs of cocktails, icy cold beers.

Get ready for a huge Opening Party this year! Live drag shows with Frock Hudson and Guest Performers. Complimentary champagne cocktail on arrival before 9.30pm.

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Friday 9 March

Saturday Saturday 10 11 March March Opening Night Welcome…. Chilled dj beats, Drink Specials at the bar, Courtesy Bus.

Old Hepburn Hotel

Bellinzona Grange

7pm till late

12 - 4pm

236 Main Rd Hepburn

77 Main Rd Hepburn Springs $39

LOL Big Gay Comedy Night ChillOut’s comedy club is back for its 10th fabulous year. A festival favourite with the brightest and freshest LGBTI comedy stars.

Anglican Church Hall Farmers Arms

54 Central Springs Rd

12 - 3pm $79

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1 East St Daylesford

Daylesford Library Cornish Hill Flora/Fauna walk Guided walk hosted by Friends of Cornish Hill Landcare led by Tanya Loos, author - flora and fauna expert. regrowth forest, creeks and past relics.

E: thomato5324@gmail.com or 0409216251 to register NOMADS All Sexes Scenic Morning Bushwalk Make new friends walking from Jubilee Lake through Wombat Forest along Wombat Creek. Crossing the creek up to elevated Pipeline Track with great aerial views.

Meet at Thomas’ Lookout above Daylesford Community Park 10 - 12pm FREE Dogs on leash welcome

2pm FREE Cnr Albert and Bridport Sts

The Perfect Drop 12 - 2.30pm $65 5 Howe St Daylesford

Starting / End Point lakeshore - Jubilee Lake 1pm - 5pm Central Springs Road $20

Postie Bike Tour of Wombat Forrest An escorted Postie Bike Adventure.

Exploring Wombat forest tracks. Includes bike and lunch. Bring license, helmet and appropriate clothing. Suit all levels.

Rainbow Storytime Join us once again for some fabulous fun and frivolity for children of all ages!

Parents can come if they promise to behave!

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A wild ride back to the party decade where ABBA ruled the dance floor! Bubbles on arrival. $79 includes 2-course lunch.

Out and Proud Speakers Corner Share your story at our traditional speakers corner. Includes screening of the short film “Derby Diversity: A WestPride Story”

Lunch and Show Join our drag hosts Sexy Galexy & Frock Hudson for lunch + show, full of song and cheek, 2 course lunch. Bubbles on arrival.

PINK POOL PARTY

Daylesford Pool Holiday Park $9/$4

A delightful afternoon in our Heritage Restaurant for High Tea. Indulge in scones, ribbon sandwiches, petite fours all served with bubbles, tea & coffee & VIDA Jazz.

SOS – A Tribute to the Songs of ABBA

8pm | Tickets: $33/$28

Saturday 10 March

High Tea @ Bellinzona

Commences at Daylesford Railway Station 10am - 2pm

The Perfect Drop

$150

12 - 4pm FREE 5 Howe St Daylesford

Daylesford Library Cnr Albert and Bridport St

Daylesford Town Hall

10:30am FREE

1pm $30/$25

Think pink! Add a splash of pink to your cozzie and take a dip with a flamingo or two! DJ Sweet Dreams and grab a snag from the sausage sizzle.

LOW REZ: ON TOUR

CHILLOUT FESTIVAL 2018 Saturday, 10 March 2018 1:00 PM

Four Pillars Gin Bar + Giant Games Relax in our magical courtyard, celebrate Chillout in style. Fun giant games. Spend the day in the sun. Cocktail specials.

Low Rez, Melbourne’s all male pop choir, will be taking their successful Best of British concert on tour. Come and join us at Chillout Daylesford where Low Rez will give their all male vocal arrangement of British pop icons such as The Beatles, Adele, Queen, Robbie Williams and the Spice Girls.

It truly will be quite the British affair.

Low Rez - Melbourne Male Choir

Where: Daylesford Town Hall, 74 Vincent St, Daylesford VIC 3460 When: Saturday, 10 March 2018 Tickets: $30 full price / $25 concession Tickets Available From: www.chilloutfestival.com.au Proudly Presented By:

Presenting a concert celebrating the Best of British. Songs by iconic artists such as Adele, The Beatles and George Michael.

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Saturday 10 March The Downtown Diner Our Downtown Diner - a glorious train trip through the forest to Bullarto. Includes best of American fast food. Ticket inclusive of the train trip, music, food and beverages.

CREAM 2018 LADYHOOD

$60

Queer Trivia Cheer and beer, lets get queer. Test your knowledge on all things LGBTQI with your host Dean Acuri. Lots of fun and prizes. Get in quick before it’s sold out.

The Perfect Drop 4pm -6pm $15

KIDS BUSH DANCE A Special event just for the kids. Parents, get your cowkids happening and get on down to the kids hoedown.

Anglican Church Hall 8pm

Story House and Garden 3pm $25 52 Millar Street, Daylesford

CREAM This sellout event is a Chillout institution in its 13th year. This year we welcome some amazing artists including Ladyhood and the much loved Monique Brumby, Nat Allison & Casey Freeman.

$33/$28

Daylesford Hotel 5pm - late Gold Coin Donation Daylesford Town Hall 8pm - late $35

Daylesford Lawn Tennis Club 12 - 5pm 64 West Street $45 tournament / $25 casual

Old Hepburn Hotel

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Saturday DRAG Bar Our Drag Bar will again be throwing open her large bosom to welcome queers and friends. Hosted by Sexy Galexy and Rocco D’Amore.

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LOL Big Gay Comedy Night ChillOut’s comedy club is back. A festival favourite with the brightest and freshest LGBTI comedy stars. Check web for line up.

Saturday Yard Party Everyone’s favourite party is out and proud again this year with our favourite resident DJ’s, beer cart and vodka bar ChillOut BUSH DANCE ChillOut’s Annual hoedown. Get out your flannelette and don your Akubra for a footstomping, knee slapping time. Sells out fast!

8pm – late Party Gras Guy DJ paves the way for a fabulous night of bumping, grinding & spinning with dazzling light shows & MckFunk goes wild.

Party Gras, as always… Sells quickly.

Perfect Drop $15.00 pre sale $20.00 on door (if available)

4pm - late Main Road Hepburn

Sunday 11 March

$40 pre-sale $45 at door

CHILLOUT PRIDE PARADE The much loved Parade featuring everything we have grown to love about Queer Country Pride is taking over the street for one magical hour.

10am – 11am Daylesford Town Hall 5pm – 7pm $15 under 18 Parents/Carers/under 3 FREE

Vincent Street Daylesford

11am – 7pm NAT ALLISON

21 Question - A Drag Trivia Special Trivia Night/Drag Show/Dinner with Gabriella Labucci & Sarina Belle. Two course & Show.

12noon, 2.30 & 5pm

We can Live a Rainbow Resident storyteller, Anne E Stewart, shines a light on rainbow families to uncover language and etiquette, respectful communication & relationships. Refreshments supplied.

VICTENNIS Picnic and Fast4 Tournament Bring your racquet – have a hit or enter into the comp! All welcome.

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Daylesford Bowling Club 6.30pm $62.50 8 Camp Street

Daylesford Hotel Back Bar 5pm – late Gold Coin Donation

Victoria Park $25/$20 pre-sale $30/$25 at the gate

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CHILLOUT CARNIVAL A fun-filled day of music, games and all things Queer Country See page 6 and check the website for highlights and details.

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Sunday 11 March After the Parade (Pre Carnival Brunch) No need for waits or line ups, escape the rush and indulge in a locally inspired tasting plate and glass of prosecco

Four Pillars Gin Bar + Giant Games Relax in our magical courtyard, celebrate Chillout in style. Fun giant games. Spend the day in the sun with indulgent cocktail specials.

The Perfect Drop 11.30am-12.30pm $20.00 Pre Sale Only

The Perfect Drop 12 - 4pm FREE

The Perfect Drop 5pm-7pm $15 presale $20 door

Anglican Church Hall 8pm $33/$28

Karaoke Out Loud Sing it baby...Watch and giggle, be a bit stupid or be the life of the party.

Hosted by Frock Hudson.

LOL Big Gay Comedy Night ChillOut’s comedy club is back. Festival favourite with the brightest and freshest LGBTI comedy stars.

Sunday DRAG Bar Wendy Stapleton : The Dusty Springfield Story Wendy presents the outstanding tribute to the songs and career of Dusty Springfield, Britain’s greatest female pop singer. This show is the original production that has delighted audiences all around the world.

Daylesford Hotel Back Bar Farmers Arms 12pm (for 12:30 start) 1 East Street Daylesford

5pm – late

$79 includes a 2-course lunch, bubbles on arrival

Old Hepburn Hotel 7pm

Gold Coin Donation

$20 pre sale ($25 on door)

We can Live a Rainbow Resident storyteller, Anne E Stewart, shines a light on rainbow families to uncover language and etiquette, respectful communication & relationships. Refreshments supplied

Sunday Yard Party Resident ChillOut DJ’s: Debra Walters & DJ Kista playing 5:00pm ‘til late Everyone’s favourite party is out and proud again this year with our favourite resident DJ’s, beer cart and vodka bar in the yard along with our fantastic souvlaki bar serving tasty $10 treats.

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Story House and Garden 3pm $25 52 Millar Street, Daylesford

Daylesford Hotel 5pm – late Gold Coin Donation

Daylesford Town Hall

$35

Little Wise Sophie Klein is a truth-teller whose words and music leave you feeling heartachingly human followed by Cool DJ Grooves until late.

Sparkles & Debarkles Party Clubbers, be transported to an outdoor dancefloor born from the Daylesford underground. Live shows: Sexy Galexy & Frock Hudson, Guy DJ & guests.

Complimentary ChillOut Cocktail before 9pm.

The Perfect Drop 7pm - late $15.00 Pre Sale $20.00 on door (if available)

10pm – late

Our Drag Bar will again be throwing open her large bosom and welcoming queers and friends.

POOF DOOF POOF DOOF returns to ChillOut 2018.

Internationally known for parties of corkpopping proportions - hot and heavy to celebrate the ChillOut 21st birthday.

Selection of Australia’s best queer DJ’s & performance artists for a Bush Doof you just CANNOT miss!

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ChillOut Lunch - CRESWICK Stop in to The Farmers Arms Hotel in Creswick on your way home, same owners as Perfect Drop, and see this lovely Gastropub, with modern dining areas, chesterfield couches and luscious courtyard.

Pot and Parma deal for ChillOut patrons.

We can Live a Rainbow Story house and garden’s resident storyteller, Anne E Stewart, shines a light on rainbow families to uncover language and etiquette around respectful communication and relationships.

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Farmers Arms CRESWICK Tickets $25.00 Pre Sale Only 31 Albert St, Creswick 12 - 3pm

Story House and Garden: 1pm $25 52 Millar Street, Daylesford

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Lesbian IWD Dance Matrix Guild fundraiser.

A women only event.

Hit the dance floor with the Citrus Sistas singing a selection from ABBA, kd lang, Motown, rock and roll and much, much more.

A celebration of International Women’s Day that’s not to be missed!

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Message from Festival Director The region has really pulled all stops out for a fabulous weekend. There are many highlights and the region has really jumped on board.

ChillOut is a proudly regional festival and we do it country style, where everyone from the community pulls together to make it happen.

We are proud supporters of Daylesford SES this year, and really acknowledge the work that they all do as volunteers.

Speaking of volunteers – I would like to extend an enormous thankyou to the stellar ChillOut committee and also to those people in this town who really go above and beyond. Our government sponsors play a huge role as do our corporate and community partners. This festival is a whole of community festival and it is my true pleasure to be helping to create such an epic adventure.

Merryn Tinkler DIRECTOR

Our committee Jennifer Grinter Jeandanielle Evans Lizzy Matthews

Belinda Brain President Gina Butera Vice President Kaye Bricknall Secretary Mark Mead Treasurer

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Welcome to ChillOut’s 21st Birthday – celebrating being Out and Proud for 21 years.

From our volunteer committee, who plan and manage the festival, to our event volunteers from the region and beyond (even some from the big smoke), to the artists, organisations and venues who present events, this is a truly peoplepowered festival.

Enjoy and party safe!

Did you know?

Chillout has been proudly celebrating LGBTIQ+ community for 21 years.

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Note Monday 12 March will operate as Sunday timetable.

Check www.vline.com.au/Timetables/Train-coach-timetables for detailed timetables.

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Free Festival Shuttle Bus Your free festival shuttle bus will move you around the ChillOut events all weekend. The bus starts at the visitor information centre and stops at events and main caravan parks in the area.

There will also be an additional bus on Sunday to get you from Vincent Street after the parade to Victoria Park for the Carnival and back again.

Public Transport Trains run from Melbourne to Woodend, Ballarat or Castlemaine, with limited connecting coach services to Daylesford. The weekend services are limited so we recommend you check the timetable and plan ahead.

There are also trains to Ballan, which are more frequent, but you will need to get a taxi from Ballan to Daylesford (approximately a 25-minute drive).

Aus wide Tours will be running buses from Federation Square, Melbourne CBD, direct to Daylesford and return.

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Mineral Water Bathing ~ Spa Treatments ~ Gift Vouchers ~ Accommodation

The Hepburn Bathhouse & Spa has been providing traditional social bathing since 1895. Combined with luxury on-site accommodation at the Hepburn Spa Retreat it’s the perfect opportunity to reconnect.

The modern Bathhouse comprises of two social mineral bathing experiences and delivers a health-for-life experience of rejuvenation, relaxation and enhanced overall wellbeing. You can choose from an array of treatments including indulgent 100% pure private mineral baths, therapeutic and relaxation massages, organic facials and a selection of specifically designed packages.

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Maze House

Old hedge maze Country carnival garden Milk Bar/Cafe

3155 Midland Hwy, Newlyn North.

10 mins from Daylesford.

Open weekends, school holidays 10 to 5.

Other times by appointment. www.mazehouse.com.au or phone 0437 842 018

REST | RELAX | REJUVENATE | REPEAT Immerse yourself in the beautiful surroundings of Daylesford and the mineral springs district.

Wander for hours through the amazing landscapes and lose yourself as you discover all manner of artisan wares, wineries, antiques and gourmet delicacies the region has to offer.

Then, return to your very own private retreat at The Dudley to experience the luxury, style and personalised service.

A stay at The Dudley will be one you will remember.

ESCAPE COMPLETELY Experience a level of service and sophistication that is beyond compare at The Dudley. Originally opened in 1908 as ‘Dudley House’, it has accommodated guests in style for over 100 years.

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ELP may be at hand for embattled small-scale food producers struggling against what they say is excessive regulation.

As head of the Australian Food Sovereignty Alliance, Eganstown farmer Tammi Jonas, right, recently met state government bureaucrats to air the problems.

She expects to hear more in a couple of weeks but said the reception had been “positive”.

“Small-scale producers will be well served,” she said.

Recently she wrote that the government’s attempts to reform planning provisions for free-range poultry and pigs were well short of recommendations by a 2016 report.

After public consultation, the Animal Industries Advisory Committee sought to recognise the lower risk posed by smallscale pastured pig and poultry farms and suitable planning controls. It wanted these farms treated like grazing production.

But, Ms Jonas said, once this plan went to Agriculture Victoria, consultation was limited to peak bodies for intensive agriculture – Australian Pork Limited, Meat and Livestock Australia, the Victorian Farmers Federation and a few cattle farmers.

“There was no representation for pastured pig and poultry farmers, and Ag Vic came back with a draft that sees all pig and poultry farms with more than 200 birds or three sows needing a permit,” she wrote on her blog.

A 2015 decision by Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal meant pig and poultry farmers need a permit.

“This was a trigger for the need to reform the planning scheme,” she wrote. “Calling a farm with 100 pigs on 40 acres ‘intensive’ was deemed inappropriate, and the controls applied incommensurate with the risk.”

Ms Jonas has also spoken out on the need for abattoirs for small-scale farmers. The loss of regional abattoirs means farmers drive very long distances to process small numbers of animals.

“A shift to export focus at large plants has seen pigs ejected from multi-species red meat abattoirs. And at least one poultry abattoir in Victoria has denied farmers access based on the perception that they are ‘competition’ because they produce the same breed of ducks as the abattoir owner, and the same abattoir just informed small-scale growers that they will no longer process their birds at all – with many scheduled to process the very next day.”

Ms Jonas and her partner last year undertook a taxpayer-funded tour of eight small abattoirs in the US. “We found that there are many committed people running viable businesses but that there are significant challenges to sustaining small-scale slaughter facilities, and in particular poultry abattoirs,” she wrote.

Her campaigning edge was sharpened a couple of years back when just before flying to France and Italy to study charcuterie and salami making, she had meat inspectors come to her farm and destroy her personal supply of salami.

Ms Jonas was also told not to run Salami Days because of health risks and says at least three other people were also told not to hold similar workshops.

After confronting bureaucrats, she said regulations had been wrongly applied and she would go ahead with the Salami Days, as she has.

“Just don’t let anyone leave with meat processed outside a licensed facility and you’re well within your rights to teach more people the delicious joys of skilful curing of whole carcasses,” she wrote.

Concern about small producers has also been expressed by the Liberal candidate for the state seat of Macedon, Amanda Millar.

“This region consistently sets the benchmark for producing Australia’s highest quality epicurean produce and it is many of our small boutique food producers who are leading the charge in these endeavours,” she told The Local.

“I am hearing from small food enterprises in Hepburn Shire and Macedon Ranges who are concerned that Labor’s planning proposals will have a significant impact on their continued viability.

“The Coalition will continue to be committed to support small food producers – and to ensure that the voices of these quality local producers will be heard.”

Words: Kevin Childs | Image: David White

“We found that there are many committed people running viable businesses but that there are significant challenges to sustaining small-scale slaughter facilities, and in particular poultry abattoirs.”

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LAUNCH Friday 16 March 5.30pm Kyneton Town Hall 129 Mollison Street, Kyneton Premiere screening of the Too Many Mirandas dance flash mob at Hanging Rock 20% off full priced tickets purchased on the night* Enjoy refreshments on arrival Performance previews and celebrity appearances Door prizes and raffles RSVP by 14 March 1300 888 802 kthtickets@mrsc.vic.gov.au

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LIGHTLY -TREED BLOCK ON THE EDGE OF SOLD DAYLESFORD PRICE This is your opportunity to purchase this 3.58 ha [ $215,000 8.9 acres] approx. lightly-treed block in this very CONTACT Amelie Cuyolla Rae Corris tightly held location. The property is in Hepburn Michael DeVincentis 0417 142 152 OFFICE Shire – Rural Living Zone. All the hard work has 43 Vincent Street, Daylesford been done with a site excavated for a residence,PA to Michael Sales Executive 5348 2328 steel shed with concrete floor and small tank. The 0408 has 358 electricity been 772 connected. An ideal site for & youSales Support to build country home, weekend retreat [STCA] acuyolla@bigginscott.com.au or rcorris@bigginscott.com.au getaway glamping bush block.

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DAYLESFORD NEWLYN LOT 29 ARCHIBALD ROAD

SITTING ON TOP OF THE WORLD This sensational lifestyle property is located on the top of Forest Hill. A short 15-minute drive to the spa centre of Daylesford, 10 minutes to Creswick and 25 minutes to Ballarat. This unique property boasts spectacular, uninterrupted views across the countryside and is offered for the first time in 150 years- in a very tightly held farming area. The 270-degree view is simply indescribable, you can see forever.

• 60 acres [approx.] – Rural Conservation Zoning with rich red volcanic soil • Deep bore and road frontage on boundary • Current Land Capability Statement AUCTION Saturday 3rd March at 12:00pm CONTACT Tom Shaw 0438 118 903 Michael DeVincentis 0417 142 152 OFFICE 43 Vincent Street, Daylesford 5348 2328

Michael DeVincentis DIRECTOR

Tom Shaw PARTNER

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Biggin & Scott Daylesford is pleased to announce the appointment of Tom Shaw as a Partner.

He recently completed his Fully Licenced Agents studies and as an active member of the Executive Team he is able staff and30clients alike.

Biggin & Scott is EGANSTOWN LOT 1 PESCIAS HILL ROADto communicate ideas to BLAMPIED BRADSHAW COURT LIGHTLY -TREED BLOCK ON THE EDGE OF 1.5fortunate ACRES WITH PERMIT STATE capable leadership. to ADJOINING have such SOLD FOR SALE DAYLESFORD FOREST ON DAYLESFORD’S DOORSTEP Recently issued Planning Permit for a dwelling. 1.5 acres of native bushland with Wombat State Forest adjoining on 3 sides, located at Eganstown. An attractive bushland property on Daylesford’s doorstep featuring tall eucalypts, wildflowers, loads of wildlife.

• Hepburn Shire – Farming Zone. BAL 40 • Electricity, telephone available • A great property for bushwalking and horse riding

PRICE $198,000 CONTACT Rae Corris 0408 358 772 OFFICE 43 Vincent Street, Daylesford 5348 2328

This is your opportunity to purchase this 3.58 ha [ 8.9 acres] approx. lightly-treed block in this very tightly held location. The property is in Hepburn Shire – Rural Living Zone. All the hard work has been done with a site excavated for a residence, steel shed with concrete floor and small tank. The electricity has been connected. An ideal site for you to build country home, weekend retreat [STCA] or getaway glamping bush block.

PRICE $215,000 CONTACT Michael DeVincentis 0417 142 152 OFFICE 43 Vincent Street, Daylesford 5348 2328

“ I am looking forward to advancing the business with Tom and to working closely with this young, enthusiastic and competent top performer” - Michael DeVincentis, Director

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DAYLESFORD NEWLYN LOT 29 ARCHIBALD ROAD SITTING ON TOP OF THE WORLD This sensational lifestyle property is located on the top of Forest Hill. A short 15-minute drive to the spa centre of Daylesford, 10 minutes to Creswick and 25 minutes to Ballarat. This unique property boasts spectacular, uninterrupted views across the countryside and is offered for the first time in 150 years- in a very tightly held farming area. The 270-degree view is simply indescribable, you can see forever.

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• 60 acres [approx.] – Rural Conservation Zoning with rich red volcanic soil • Deep bore and road frontage on boundary • Current Land Capability Statement

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AUCTION Saturday 3rd March at 12:00pm CONTACT Tom Shaw 0438 118 903 Michael DeVincentis 0417 142 152 OFFICE 43 Vincent Street, Daylesford 5348 2328

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DAYLESFORD VIC BLAMPIED 30 BRADSHAW COURT

EGANSTOWN LOT 1 PESCIAS HILL ROAD 1.5 ACRES WITH PERMIT ADJOINING STATE FOREST ON DAYLESFORD’S DOORSTEP Recently issued Planning Permit for a dwelling. 1.5 acres of native bushland with Wombat State Forest adjoining on 3 sides, located at Eganstown. An attractive bushland property on Daylesford’s doorstep featuring tall eucalypts, wildflowers, loads of wildlife.

• Hepburn Shire – Farming Zone. BAL 40 • Electricity, telephone available • A great property for bushwalking and horse riding

FOR SALE PRICE $198,000 CONTACT Rae Corris 0408 358 772 OFFICE 43 Vincent Street, Daylesford 5348 2328

ID and contact details are required at all open for inspections

LIGHTLY -TREED BLOCK ON THE EDGE OF DAYLESFORD This is your opportunity to purchase this 3.58 ha [ 8.9 acres] approx. lightly-treed block in this very tightly held location. The property is in Hepburn Shire – Rural Living Zone. All the hard work has been done with a site excavated for a residence, steel shed with concrete floor and small tank. The electricity has been connected. An ideal site for you to build country home, weekend retreat [STCA] or getaway glamping bush block.

SOLD PRICE $215,000 CONTACT Michael DeVincentis 0417 142 152 OFFICE 43 Vincent Street, Daylesford 5348 2328

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DAYLESFORD

MUSK 238 DAIRY FLAT ROAD

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LIFESTYLE COUNTRY RETREAT IN THE HEART OF SPA COUNTRY This magnificent lifestyle property is set on 38 acres and is only 7 mins from the Daylesford Township. Barcaldine House consists of 3 luxurious suites with private bathrooms and a further manager’s bedroom suite with ensuite bathroom and walk-in robe. Feel the Victorian Period charm whilst overlooking the established gardens and vineyard. Previously used as holiday accommodation with the vineyard supplying the cellar door. Full commercial kitchen providing café meals. The property has also been used for weddings and other corporate functions.

Capitalise on the existing set-up or convert to a wonderful private country retreat.

Features include: • Fully equipped commercial kitchen, wine cellar, café and tasting room • Vineyard with 2100 mature vines, spring fed dam, irrigation system and 5 rainwater tanks • Stunning English style garden and 200 established olive trees • Divide into several paddocks and with established helipad • 38 acres of rich red volcanic soils in tightly held location

AUCTION Saturday 24th March at 11:00am CONTACT Michael DeVincentis 0417 142 152 Tom Shaw 0438 118 903 OFFICE 43 Vincent Street, Daylesford 5348 2328

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DAYLESFORD

DAYLESFORD 20 HOWE STREET

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TOWN VIEW Town View is a Circa 1868 Grand Building with Victorian Interiors featuring Baltic pine floors, leadlight window and pressed metal ceilings. This is a rare opportunity to purchase a gem of a building on around a 1021 square metre block, only 150 metres from the centre of Daylesford Village. Offered for the first time in 25 years, this property presents the astute investor or someone wanting a grand residence with an opportunity to secure an iconic piece of Daylesford’s history. With 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, formal dining room, fully equipped kitchen, upstairs lounge area and a sitting area with an additional fully self-contained studio unit all currently run as a bed and breakfast plus 2 commercial tenancy at street level. The building would easily convert to a Grand Residence. Enjoy your morning coffee or afternoon aperitif on the stunning private veranda which offers impressive views across Daylesford and beyond. Ample area at the rear to further develop this magnificent property or use for off street, private parking.

EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST CONTACT Tom Shaw 0438 118 903 Michael DeVincentis 0417 142 152 OFFICE 43 Vincent Street, Daylesford 5348 2328

Inspection at the scheduled open times or by private appointment.

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DAYLESFORD

DAYLESFORD 28 RAGLAN STREET BUSINESS FOR SALE- RETAIL NURSERY AND FLORIST A rare opportunity to buy this iconic and well-established business.

Offered for the first time in over 25 years the Wombat Hill Nursery & Florist is located on one of Daylesford’s busiest entry roads. Co-located next door to the famous Cliffy’s Café and Mercato Restaurant and one minute walk to the Old Railway Station Sunday market with ample on street parking, it is impossible to find a better address for this business.

The business comprises a busy retail Nursery and the only Florist in town. Very profitable and long-established business, with loyal locals, business clients and visitors, is offering a great return and is being sold as a going concern. Open 7 days a week with a long lease, this prime located and busy business can provide the perfect lifestyle change with a secure income.

FOR SALE Contact agent CONTACT Michael DeVincentis 0417 142 152 OFFICE 43 Vincent Street, Daylesford 5348 2328

Simple and easy operation with great improvement opportunities, please call for more details and trading figures or to arrange your personal inspection.

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DAYLESFORD HEPBURN SPRINGS 8 FIFTH STREET CALLING RENOVATORS, BUILDERS & VISIONARIES Located in the heart of Hepburn Springs, this private and secluded home is set on an amazing 1743 m2 approx. block, just 3 minutes to Daylesford. The property has been set out and used as 3 apartments for many years, but has outlived that purpose. The bright and light spaces are currently configured as 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, lounge, dining, sunroom and 2 kitchen areas. Featuring high ceilings, timber floors, bedroom with direct access to outdoor decks, the possibilities for this property are endless. Offering a peaceful lifestyle opportunity, this property would suit an investor/developer, permanent residence or ideal as a weekender.

AUCTION Sunday 8th April at 11:00am CONTACT Tom Shaw 0438 118 903 Michael DeVincentis 0417 142 152 OFFICE 43 Vincent Street, Daylesford 5348 2328

NEWLYN CA3 ARCHIBALD ROAD SITTING ON TOP OF THE WORLD This sensational lifestyle property is located on the top of Forest Hill.

Just a short 15-minute drive to the spa centre of Daylesford or 25 minutes to Ballarat. This unique property boasts spectacular, uninterrupted views across the Seven Hills of Smeaton, the Wombat Hill at Daylesford, the Macedon Ranges and the Pyrenees Ranges. This property is being offered for sale for the first time in 150 years- in a very tightly held farming area. The 360-degree view is simply indescribable, you can see forever.

• 60 acres [approx.] –with rich red volcanic soil • Deep bore and road frontage on boundary FOR SALE PRICE $599,000 + GST if applicable CONTACT Tom Shaw 0438 118 903 Michael DeVincentis 0417 142 152 OFFICE 43 Vincent Street, Daylesford 5348 2328

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DAYLESFORD DAYLESFORD 46 VINCENT STREET NORTH NORTH ON VINCENT Sitting high on the hill you will find this contemporary, architect designed residence with commanding views over Daylesford and beyond. This three-bedroom/ two-bathroom residence is set on a large 1447m2 [approx.] block just a few minutes from the cafes, restaurants and Main Street of the Daylesford village.

This gorgeous home features spacious living areas and high raking ceilings. The living area opens onto a wide veranda where you can sit and enjoy the breathtaking views.

A large and very private entertaining area with level lawn area and mature trees overlooks the mature garden.

௭3 º2 Ê2 FOR SALE PRICE $870,000 CONTACT Michael DeVincentis 0417 142 152 OFFICE 43 Vincent Street, Daylesford 5348 2328 DAYLESFORD VILLA 9/11 CAMP STREET PRIVATE TOWNHOUSE IN CENTRE OF DAYLESFORD Located in the heart of Daylesford this light filled two-storey villa is in walking distance to Daylesford restaurants, cafes and shops.This property has been successfully offered on the holiday let market and would make a terrific weekender, permanent rental or residence. Upstairs features two good sized light bedrooms with ensuites and split system heating/ cooling and spa bath in master. The cosy lounge room boasts a gas log fire and flows nicely into open plan kitchen/dining with modern stainless-steel appliances and an outdoor entertaining space close to the pool. The property also includes access to an indoor solar heated swimming pool.

௭2 º2 Ê1 FOR SALE PRICE $430,000 CONTACT Tom Shaw 0438 118 903 OFFICE 43 Vincent Street, Daylesford 5348 2328 ID and contact details are required at all open for inspections

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DAYLESFORD

HEPBURN SPRINGS 44C MAIN ROAD

EGANSTOWN 10 BURMA TRACK 1 ACRE OF BUSHLAND BEAUTY ADJOINING STATE FOREST Located just 5 minutes from Daylesford, this beautiful 3930 m2 [just under 1 acre] native bushland allotment adjoins the Wombat State Forest, providing opportunities for bushwalking and horse riding. A gently undulating landscape with tall eucalypts, wattles and wildflowers is a peaceful haven for resident wildlife.

FOR SALE PRICE $75,000 CONTACT Michael DeVincentis 0417 142 152 OFFICE 43 Vincent Street, Daylesford 5348 2328

QUIET & ELEVATED BLOCK IN THE HEART OF SPA COUNTRY Situated at the rear of a 4-lot subdivision, just off the main road and walking distance to Daylesford and Hepburn Springs. This cleared allotment would make the ideal location for your dream country property (STCA). The elevated building site offers all town services with views across the adjoining bushland.

• 745m2 land Size – Zoned General Residential (Hepburn Shire)

FOR SALE PRICE $170,000 CONTACT Tom Shaw 0438 118 903 OFFICE 43 Vincent Street, Daylesford 5348 2328

DAYLESFORD 30A LEGGATT STREET ELEVATED LOCATION - LAKE DAYLESFORD Building sites of this calibre rarely come to market. 30a Leggatt Street is 821m2 and one of three available blocks with a wonderful, elevated building position and current planning permit. Lake access at the rear along the council reserve. Views to lake Daylesford, Wombat Hill Botanical Gardens and the Town Centre.

• General Residential Zoneschedule 1 (GRZ1) with all services connected at front of block - power, water, natural gas, sewerage & NBN internet • Access via a private roadway • 2 other blocks available: 28 Leggatt St 748m2 and 30 Leggatt St 841m2 FOR SALE PRICE $380,000 CONTACT Michael DeVincentis 0417 142 152 Tom Shaw 0438 118 903 OFFICE 43 Vincent Street, Daylesford 5348 2328

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DAYLESFORD DAYLESFORD VILLA 2/11 CAMP STREET CENTRALLY LOCATED TOWNHOUSE Centrally located in the heart of Daylesford this two-storey villa is in walking distance to Daylesford CBD, restaurant, cafes and shops.

This well-presented and appointed property has been successfully offered on the holiday let market and would make a terrific weekender, permanent rental or residence. Upstairs features two good sized bedrooms with ensuites and split system heating/cooling and spa bath in master. The cosy lounge room boasts a gas log fire and flows nicely into open plan kitchen/dining with modern stainless-steel appliances and a full laundry. The property also includes access to an indoor solar heated swimming pool.

௭2 º2 Ê1 FOR SALE PRICE $420,000 CONTACT Tom Shaw 0438 118 903 OFFICE 43 Vincent Street, Daylesford 5348 2328 DAYLESFORD 8 MORELLA COURT ONE OF DAYLESFORD’S HIDDEN TREASURES This historic residence sits in the shade of a majestic Walnut Tree on over 2000 m2 of land and has been extensively renovated and redecorated. Nestled in beautiful established gardens with spectacular long views to Mt Franklin and beyond, this classic residence features high ceilings, generously proportioned living areas with French Doors opening onto a huge entertaining deck.

With 3 bedrooms, large bathroom including a deluxe 2-person spa, euro laundry and entertainers kitchen with granite bench tops. A genuine rare opportunity to acquire such an outstanding property.

௭3 º1 Ê4 FOR SALE PRICE $775,000 CONTACT Tom Shaw 0438 118 903 Michael DeVincentis 0417 142 152 OFFICE 43 Vincent Street, Daylesford 5348 2328 ID and contact details are required at all open for inspections

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Pushing boundaries is the theme for 2018

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NCLUDE the above mantra in your everyday living whether it be in new foods you try, coloured clothing you wear, colours to redecorate with or talking to the person standing next to you in a line.

It’s the year to experiment. Be the person you want to be.

My most recent Daylesford client had me pushing many of his boundaries. A new colour scheme and new decorating items don’t sound like a big deal, do they?

When redesigning or decorating, no person or place is the same. There are many factors to consider like sunlight, orientation on the property, lifestyle factors, material longevity, budget and most of all the personality of the person and dwelling. Yes, absolutely you can get the feel of a property and what it needs. Now this particular client is a bit of an alpha male. He loves nature but things were very dark and brown.

Got to love my 4am brainstorms. When you need an answer to a problem it usually arrives in the very early hours. Rust is what he needed. Now, I have played with rust paint many times over the years and now it appears a television program has made it more mainstream. Easier to access then, so that’s great. Let’s use it. “I trust you” is what he said.

The base coat is iron. Very, very dark. The oxidiser speeds up a natural process.

The iron particles are rusted. This is still a process that requires some time. The length of time is dependent on the weather. As each coat of oxidiser was applied the process was just a mess. This impatient alpha male struggled to see the big picture. The weather was hot so no layers were added on these days which meant that every time my client turned around he was confronted with what he saw as a horrific mistake.

Rust is a natural substance. It will keep aging and evolving. It is also a bit rough. I could not let him give up now. To take it off would have been a nightmare.

A happy ending it was once the walls were finished. The rust has matured and the client is very happy. He calls it is his "living wall” because by utilising a natural process he sees the subtle colour variations during the different times of day.

So, the moral of the story is still, push your boundaries. It may be scary and uncomfortable but you will feel great at the end. Love the rust.

Enjoy, from Indre - owner and principal designer of iok design Link: www.iokdesign.com.au

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Book Barn Cafe and Residence on the Lake.

Spectacular opportunity to invest or develop your own hospitality establishment. Ideal wine bar, restaurant or cooking school with the bonus of a large adjoining 2 bedroom plus study period residence enjoying uninterrupted lake frontage and views. The best location in Daylesford and just over an hour from Melbourne.

Inspect By appointment

Contact Nathan Skewes 0439 322 630 nskewes@hockingstuart.com.au Will Walton 0412 511 717 wwalton@hockingstuart.com.au

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Bells Water Gardens @ Newlyn

Bells Water Gardens has been in the water garden business for over 25 years, building and maintaining ponds and growing a diverse range of aquatic plants for the nursery trade and public.

We are passionate about building natural eco-system ponds, adding beauty and encouraging wildlife, allowing interaction with nature. Water gardens built by us are quiet, contemplative places to rest and energise the senses.

Contact us for all your water garden requirements.

Open all Labour Day Weekend at our nursery 1 Campion Rd, Newlyn. We will also be at the Ballarat Begonia Festival with a pond display!

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Harkin Property Celebrating Its Third Year!

From left, Julie Roach, Frances Harkin and Lisa Marmur

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"Our job is to make sure that vendors have the guidance they need to put their home to market with the absolute best strategy in place so we can get an excellent result.”

Harkin Property is also a strong supporter of community organisations and events.

They proudly donate to: The Trentham Bowling Club; Trentham Football Netball Almost half of their purchasers are already Trentham locals, the staff live locally, Club; Trentham Spudfest; Trentham Easter Arts and Craft Show; Trentham Golf Club; and let’s just say that Trentham doesn’t have its own bumper sticker saying “Cool Trentham Trumpet; Words in Winter (Trentham); Lyonville Bake Off; Lyonville Wood Country” for nothing!

Chop; Our Lady of the Rosary Kyneton Carnival; Blackwood Easter Wood Chop; Frances believes that Trentham has its own strong identity as a Hepburn Shire Blackwood Times; Blackwood Festival of Music and Culture; and the Blackwood town. The town’s reputation as a wonderful place to live is also well known to Cricket Club.

Melbournians. The Harkin Property window display is a magnet to visitors on "We really believe in giving back to our community and saying thanks for the weekends, and Frances says that the shop’s windows are an important marketing tool, support they continue to show us. We have a vibrant region and that is what is alongside internet advertising. attracting people here. Trentham locals aren’t going anywhere and neither are we. We “Once people make their way into town they fall in love with the place, and just have too much fun and really enjoy this incredible region.” window shopping can be the catalyst to those first conversations about buying.”

It’s not only buyers moving to the area; the Harkin Property rental portfolio is also growing, reflecting the high level of investment in the town.

Frances explains, “Melbourne buyers are attracted to our close-knit community, amazing bush walks in the Wombat Forest, family-friendly events, fantastic shopping and eateries.”

Harkin Property is a clear leader in its market and is rated by REA as the no.1 agency in Trentham and surrounds for both the number of properties listed and the number of properties sold. These results reflect on Frances and her team of women’s dedication to looking after both sellers and buyers equally.

Frances personally likes to make sure that the stress is taken out of buying and selling property. The team at Harkin support the process with compassion, advice and local knowledge.

“I believe it is our professionalism and warmth which set us apart,” says Frances, “We listen to the needs of our vendors and buyers and bring the right people to the right properties. We’ve seen a changing demographic of very savvy buyers coming into town.

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38 Happy & Healthy

Dr. Susanne M. Heringslake Chiropractor Moments To Ponder a little gift from me to you

A smile.

One of lifes greatest treasures.

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Pilates (myo strength) with Emilia- small groups of 3

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Irene 'Sadie" Hannah keeping busy at home

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HEN she’s not busy being out and about, Irene Hannah is busy at her home at Hepburn House.

Irene moved to the government-funded aged care home about six years ago, and even has her niece nearby, as she works at Hepburn House.

Irene herself is so helpful at Hepburn House that she has been nicknamed ‘Sadie,’ because of the delight she has in everything from feeding the pets to clearing the tables and helping other residents.

“I enjoy taking care of the ‘pets’ - the birds inside and the maggies that come to my door each day,” Irene says.

For social people such as Irene who enjoy activities, Hepburn House offers a range of options including a variety of different groups, Morning Melodies, exercise classes, and regular bus trips.

“I enjoy my little garden, and I also enjoy going out and about on the bus.”

Irene is also often spotted out shopping on Vincent St – and returning home to Hepburn House is a comfort.

“I feel safe at Hepburn House, the kind of safe you don’t feel when you’re home alone.”

Hepburn House is a government-funded aged care facility which offers all levels of care, from respite to permanent.

Residents are looked after by a team of personal care workers, with access to a team of allied health professionals who regularly visit Hepburn House, and there is also an in-house kitchen providing homestyle meals.

Hepburn House is located at 1 Hepburn Road, Daylesford. For more information, call 5348 8100 or visit www.hepburnhouse.com.au

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Old favs and new dining options

Dine review 41 Words: Donna Kelly | Images: Kyle Barnes

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HERE'S new owners and menu at Two Dinner After lunch we have a look at the dinner menu and Greens and Me, Daylesford Bowling Club's restaurant, and it's well worth popping in it's pretty comprehensive. There's all the things you would expect like parmas, burgers and fish 'n' chips. for lunch or dinner.

But then there's lamb kofta ($22), skewers of seasoned We headed there on a Friday and were greeted by lamb with salad, rice, hummus and tzatziki, or Asian stir one of the new owners, Karen, and a great lunch menu.

Karen and Emma, who have been in hospitality for years, fried Hokkien noodles with mixed veggies and chicken or pork ($22). are obviously keen to provide value for money lunches If you are really hungry, and a meat eater, you could along with some really interesting dinner options. opt for the mixed grill ($39) which includes a rump steak, sausages, bacon, onion and egg with a choice of chips and Lunch salad or veggies. Where's that heart medication!

During lunch, the glass display unit by the register area is brimming with really fresh foccacias and huge Snacks veggie slices ($9).

I also liked the idea of the antipasto platters if you The slice, which is already being enjoyed by a group are keen to share, or maybe just as nibbles with drinks. of women celebrating a birthday, has me sorted and comes with a nice garden salad. It's really tasty and very Along with assorted meats, cheeses and dips, there are also smoked oysters to add to your crackers and bread. A small filling.

Kyle opts for the hamburger with the lot ($15), with plate is just $25 or go for the larger option for $38. chips or wedges, which is also a massive serving, all held Desserts together with a knife. I don't know how he is going Those with a sweet tooth are well looked after with all to wrap his laughing gear around it, but he somehow desserts just $8 and including old favourites like banana manages and proclaims it one of the best.

For the record I reckon Two Greens and Me also has splits, fruit fritters, cheesecake or just a nice bowl of iceone of the best views in Daylesford, over the greens and cream. If you like your sweets liquid there are not only milkshakes ($6.50) but also spiders ($5). Kids love these. across the town.

We're full but those same women are now enjoying What else? huge slices of chocolate mud cake with cream and Daylesford Bowling Club has a fun vibe and along strawberries ($8) - so we ask Karen to give us her best smile for the camera. Meanwhile, we are enjoying a beer with great meals offers fun entertainment like Dolly's Disco Bingo on Wednesdays. See below for details! and wine from the bar at "genuine 1970s prices".

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CHILL OUT TRIVIA NIGHT Saturday 10th - 6pm With Gabriella Labucci and Sarina Belle.

Entry includes: Trivia, show & 2 course dinner $62.50 per person DOLLY’S DISCO BINGO Wednesday 28th - 6.30-8.30pm Bingo with music & trivia.

Lots of fun and prizes to be won.

WELCOME to our new Bistro managers Karen & Emma & crew.

We have some exciting new options as well as some old favourites.

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Live Piano Improv – Wednesday, February 28, 7pm-10pm Michael Timcke jazz quartet – Thursday March 1, 7pm-10pm DJ Beats - Friday, March 2, 9pm-11pm Smith, Consci & Mathers – Saturday, March 3, 7.30pm-10.30pm Live Piano Improv – Wednesday, March 7, 7pm-10pm Norm Gray Jazz Trio – Thursday March 8, 7pm-10pm.

DJ Beats with DJ Krush & Friends – Friday, March 9, 9pm-2am Kingstone SKA – Saturday, March 10, 7.30-10.30pm, followed by special guest DJs – 11pm-1.30am Gillian & Terry – Sunday, March 11, 7pm-10pm

RACV Goldfields Resort, Creswick Jesse Zahra - Friday, March 2 Jarrod Shaw - Friday, March 9 Don Fisher - Friday, March 16

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Jazz Deuce – Friday, March 2 North East – Saturday, March 3 Buck Jr. – Sunday, March 4 Not Empathetic – Friday, March 9 John & Paul (Five Mile Sniper) – Saturday, March 10 Open Mic – Sunday, March 11 Jared Brentnall – Friday, March 16

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VERYONE loves a good meal deal. So here are some of the dining establishments offering great food and great prices!

Saturday:

The Surly Goat, Hepburn - lunch special - two courses and a glass of wine - $40

Sunday:

Monday:

Daylesford Hotel, Daylesford - Monday Meatball Madness - $20 (Vegetarian too) Old Hepburn Hotel, Hepburn - Parma Night - eight varieties - $20 Mercato, Daylesford - One course, glass of wine - $30

Tuesday:

Daylesford Hotel, Daylesford - Burger Night with chips - $20 Perfect Drop, Daylesford - Degustation menu

Wednesday:

Daylesford Hotel, Daylesford – Pot (or glass of house wine) and Parma - $20 The Spa Bar, Daylesford - $10 pizza

The Surly Goat, Hepburn - lunch special - two courses and a glass of wine - $40

Monday - Friday (Not available public holidays or school holidays)

Galley Diner, Daylesford - lunch deal - burger, soft drink, fries - $17 Casa El Rey, Daylesford - lunch deal - burrito, soft drink - $15

Community Lunch:

The 5000 Club, Daylesford is open for lunch from noon at Stanbridge Hall, Central Springs Road, Daylesford. All welcome.

Raffles:

Fundraising raffles for local organisations are held on Friday evenings at the Old Hepburn Hotel, Hepburn and the Farmers Arms Hotel, Daylesford.

Thursday:

Daylesford Hotel, Daylesford – Steak Night - $20 Old Hepburn Hotel, Hepburn - Curry Night - $20 The Spa Bar, Daylesford - $10 pizza The Plough, Trentham - Locals' All Day Dining - 2 courses $27/3 courses $32

Friday:

The Surly Goat, Hepburn - lunch special - two courses and a glass of wine - $40 Criterion Hotel, Castlemaine - Express Jalapeno Poppers $12, Fried Chicken Wings $12, Refried Bean Rolls $12, Fried Baby Calamari Tostada $16, 12-2.30pm

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To market, to market, to buy some tasty nuts!

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OU can find everything you need at weekend markets, from fresh fruit and veg to handmade jewellery and wares, throughout the Central Highlands and surrounds. Here are just a few.

Daylesford Railway Market – every Sunday Wesley Hill Market - every Saturday Daylesford Farmers’ Market – first Saturday Trentham Neighbourhood Centre Makers’ Market - first Saturday Golden Plains Farmers' Market - first Saturday Castlemaine Artists’ Market – first Sunday Kyneton Farmers’ Market - second Saturday Ballan Farmers' Market - second Saturday Kyneton Rotary Community Market – second Saturday Maldon Market – second Sunday Clunes Farmers’ Market - second Sunday Trentham Farmers’ Market and Makers’ Market - third Saturday Glenlyon Farmers’ Market – third Saturday Leonards Hill Market - third Saturday Creswick Market - third Saturday Talbot Farmers’ Market – third Sunday Woodend Lions Market - third Sunday Trentham Station Sunday Market - fourth Sunday Buninyong Village Market - fourth Sunday

Want to advertise your market? It's free. Just email news@tlnews.com.au ****Love Your Sister will hold a Vanquish Cancer fundraiser at the Daylesford Sunday Market on April 8. Connie Johnson's brother Samuel Johnson will be there but volunteers are also needed on the day, mostly to be at donation points. If you can help SMS your interest to 0476 527 999 - (SMS only phone number).

The Trentham Farmers Market has joined with Trentham Makers Market

Third Saturday, 9am - 1pm

TRENTHAM PETROL & STUFF

1 Market St PH 5424 1611 Mon - Sat 8am - 6pm Sun 9am - 6pm

Petrol, oils, swap & go gas, firewood permits, farm produce / produce store, ice, milk, soft drinks, take-away pies, coffee, confectionery, local honey etc. rusty junk, secondhand books, old wares

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24th ANNUAL BULLARTO VINTAGE TRACTOR PULL & VEHICLE DISPLAY Sunday, March 11 from 10.30am RALLY SITE:- BULLARTO HALL & RAILWAY GROUNDS VIA DAYLESFORD OLD VINTAGE TRACTORS & CRAWLERS Beautifully restored cars DON’T MISS THE VINTAGE PARADE AT LUNCH TIME DURING LUNCH TIME THERE WILL BE DEMONSTRATIONS OF AN ANTIQUE STONE CRUSHER (OVER 100 YEARS OLD) DYNO TESTING, WOOD CHOPPING A MOBILE PHONE THROWING COMPETITION (FOR THE LADIES) Entertainment provided by the Daylesford Community Brass Band and the Daylesford Pipe and Drum band Free Jumping Castle for Kids Trophies & Keepsakes to share among contestants A GREAT DAY OUT FOR ALL Admission $7 children under 16 $3 Family ticket 2 Adults and children $15 Restored vehicles $5 per vehicle Further details contact Len Orr: 5348 5555 fax 5348 5629 Email maorr@outlook.com.au The organising committee’s decision on all events is final.

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Opening & presentation of awards: Thurs 29 March: 7.30pm (all welcome)

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Capturing faces the challenge for Chloe

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HLOE Neath creates intricate realistic charcoal portraits on brown paper and is always searching for interesting faces to draw. From the very young to the elderly, beautiful, melancholy or unusual, when the Sandon artist is captivated by a face the challenge is to capture it accurately on the page. She told her story to Donna Kelly.

“It’s been lovely that people have responded so well to the artworks I’ve exhibited so far. I think they realise how challenging it can be to create fine detail with charcoal, which makes them enjoy the realism of the drawings.

I often work with gold leaf, and combined with the brown paper it gives the portraits a warmth and a vintage feel. Growing up I watched heroines in old black and white movies, and also enjoyed the Art Nouveau aesthetic. I think this influence is apparent in the ‘classic’ style of many of my portraits.

Charcoal is one of those materials that can be really challenging to handle. I used it in life-drawing classes many years ago and loved the way that a charcoal smudge seemed to add warmth and flesh to the figure. But I hadn't been drawing since I left university in 1994.

It wasn’t until about six years ago that I drew a face with some willow charcoal, and realised how much I'd missed the feel of drawing on paper. And since then creativity has become a huge part of my life.

These days I'm working on weekends in my studio, and have managed to have two very successful solo exhibitions in Bendigo in 2014 and 2015, plus participating in a wide range of group exhibitions. I was even able to have the portrait I drew of Blanche d’Alpuget, the writer and wife of Bob Hawke, presented to her onstage as a thank you from The Bendigo Writer’s Festival.

Bendigo is such a thriving, stimulating and supportive hub of creative activity, and I’m really enjoying the positive dynamic of the art communities in Ballarat, Castlemaine and Daylesford as they’re so close to where I live now.

In 2017 I took part in my largest art project to date called The Baby Farmer. This tour consisted of an exhibition, an illustrated book and a play. It started back in 2015 when the director Nick Ravenswood from The Laudanum Project showed me a play he had written and asked me if I would like to illustrate the story to create a graphic novel together.

After reading the beautiful, melancholy and very dark story, I could already visualise many of the scenes vividly in my head. So two years, 30 artworks and 500 hours of drawing, and a tour of Adelaide and Melbourne later, we have a stunning illustrated book for people to enjoy.

This year for the first time I’m joining the Newstead Open Studios Art Trail which is part of Castlemaine Arts Open – Meet the Makers, happening in the Castlemaine region. It’s happening over the Labour Day weekend and the following weekend.

This is Newstead’s fourth Open Studios Arts Trail and the largest number of artists participating so far. It’s such a great opportunity for people to explore Newstead and enjoy seeing the creative spaces of ceramicists, painters, sculptors and more at home in their studios.

I’m really looking forward to people having a look at my studio set-up, and enjoying the portraits on display plus there will also be The Baby Farmer drawings and book to look at. The Newstead Art Trail really is a 'peek behind the curtain' and a fascinating experience to see how each artist creates their space."

Links: newsteadopenstudios.wordpress.com | www.artsopen.com.au | www.chloeneath.wixsite.com/chloe-neath-artist

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Art-full Creative Challenge

Geraniums – worth a second look Geraniums, or to give them their correct name, zonal pelargoniums, have long been decried as second rate plants, worthy only of arid outback gardens as last resort plantings where nothing else seems to grow.

Fortunately, they have clung tenaciously in the hearts and pot plant stands of our grandparents, and are mostly to be found in garden fetes and church bazaar trading stalls. But that has all changed and a recent revival movement from overseas has brought a new wave of bigger, brighter and more colourful geraniums into our lives, and hopefully our gardens.

I first noticed them flourishing in the many window boxes throughout Europe with their lush, deep green leaves and large heads of pink and bright red double flowers, at first glance easily mistaken for floribunda roses.

All beautiful and certainly hardy enough to grace and enhance any garden shrub bed and no longer relegated to the windy, parched, neglected corner of the garden, or left to selfstrangulate on a tired pot stand outside the laundry door.

My renewed interest in zonal pelargoniums has led me to seek out some of the more interesting forms and colours of their flowers and variegated foliage forms.

I found the simply-formed white-centred single red blooms of this plant, above, picture perfect. Zonal pelargoniums, like their more flamboyant cousins, the regal pelargoniums, are an almost bulletproof plant to grow either in containers or massed in a garden bed.

By the way, there are “real” geraniums. They are a group of small free-flowering herbaceous perennial plants commonly called crane's-bill, native to Europe and North America, with flowers resembling the annual phlox plants. The most common of these is the red-flowered geranium sanguineum.

There are also local native geranium species too, growing mostly in the heathlands and woodlands of our bush, a low growing trailing species with spidery leaves and tiny blue flowers. Like me, you have more than likely mistaken them for weeds and pulled them up. I've become a little more selective now that I have discovered their true identity.

Hi Glen, I've sent you a photograph, right, of a beautiful shrub that is a mass of flowers, for the first time since I planted it. My husband grew it for me from a cutting he brought home a couple of years ago. We haven't a clue what it is, he was attracted by its purple-coloured glossy leaves. We have never seen it before but hope you can identify it and tell us how best to nurture it. Penny Hi Penny, I really had to dig deep into the recesses of my floppy disc for this one.

It's the first I can remember seeing since I left Adelaide last century. In South Australia they are mostly grown in shadehouses. It's actually a lovely member of the Brazilian acanthaceae family and is a jacobinia carnea - also known to some as justicia carnea.

Jacobinia is an evergreen shrub coming from the rainforest areas and doesn't thrive in exposed positions, preferring to be planted in the shade of a fence or a shady spot under a tree or verandah. They also appreciate having a deep layer of organic mulch to keep the roots cool and moist. From your photograph, yours appears to be in a perfect spot.

The glossy green leaves and deep purple underneath contrast beautifully with their torch-like heads of rosy-pink blooms. After it has finished flowering, prune it back by about one third, and give it a light dressing of organic fertiliser to assist new growth. - Glen

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HERE'S no place like home!

It's true...there really isn't another place like home. Pictured right is the home of the Find Your Story Art-full Experience @ Casa Allegra, Trentham.

We want to know a little more about where you live and why it's special.

Create a postcard for your hometown. It can be a postcard to invite others to visit, to share an unknown fact or to highlight its best attraction. It could even be a postcard to show why your garden is the best in town! Wherever it is, we want to be wishing we were there.

If you have more time, include a saying or a phrase that is used often in your town. Think about what makes your town stand out.

Did you find it easy or hard to think of what's unique about your home? Share by showing us your postcards.

If you'd like to, upload on social media with hashtags #art-fullweekly and #artfulllifer on the Art-full Living page on Facebook or send to donna@tlnews.com.au Enquiries: hello@art-fullliving.com

Surrealist journey

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USTRALIAN Decorative Fine Arts Society Central Highlands will launch its 2018 lecture program with a journey to the early 20th Century surrealist movement with Picasso, Man Ray & Max Ernst through the Eyes of Lee Miller & Roland Penrose

On Thursday, March 1 at the Kyneton Town Hall, Antony Penrose will present a unique perspective on three key artists of the 20th Century: Picasso, Man Ray & Max Ernst. All three were close friends of the surrealist photographer Lee Miller and her husband, surrealist artist Roland Penrose. This is the hidden part of a significant friendship, which spanned the surrealist movement, and the last 30 years of Picasso’s life with the unique perspective of someone who witnessed some of the events himself, using the words and images of those who were there.

Roland Penrose is generally credited as bringing surrealism to Britain and was a driving force of the movement, producing some of its most enduring images. He developed close and lasting friendships with Picasso, Man Ray, and Max Ernst.

Antony Penrose is the co-director of the Lee Miller Archives and The Penrose Collection in England. He is the son of the American photographer, Lee Miller, and Roland Penrose, surrealist artist, and biographer of Picasso, Miró, Man Ray and Tàpies. Details: Norma on 5427 4918.

Young leaders wanted

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EPBURN Shire Council has teamed up with the Western Bulldogs Football Club to deliver an intensive six-month program that provides young people with opportunities to build capacities in leadership, teamwork, communication, goal setting, resilience, connection, and contribution to grow as leaders in their community.

The council is seeking nominations from young people, aged 14-16, who are willing to challenge themselves, eager to learn and who want to contribute to their community. Applications close on February 27.

Link: www.westernbulldogs.com.au/leadership

We were wrong, sort of

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N THE last edition of The Local, February 12, 2018, the page four article said Jenny Merkus was the winner of the 2014 Maldon Portrait Prize.

Jenny was not the winner, It was won by Tricia Migdoll with her portrait of her partner, Jim Migdoll. Jenny painted a portrait of Tricia Migdoll, for which she received positive comments. Jenny Merkus won the Maldon Portrait Prize for her portrait of Nancy Whittaker in 2016.

The mistake was in the copy sent to The Local.

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What do you do after a hard day’s night at the Chillout Festival, dancing, enjoying local wines, eating out and taking it easy (or hard) at the local Daylesford spas? Well, Chill at the Mill of course!

The Amazing Mill Markets is the perfect shopping partner to your weekend – we have an incredible array of things to see and buy at our market, just 30 seconds easy drive from the centre of Daylesford.

Inside you’ll find a cornucopia of vintage, retro and contemporary fashion for all – you could find your perfect outfit to wear to the bush dance, or even perhaps the street parade!

We also have tonnes of interesting collectibles, antiques, art, home décor, industrial chic – ideal for adorning your home space or perhaps a friend’s! Come out for a visit, grab yourself a coffee made with love (and a bit of cheek!) by our resident superstar barista and while away the day exploring our Amazing space.

The Amazing Mill Markets wishes all of our visitors to beautiful Daylesford for the Chillout Festival a wonderful and refreshing weekend and we look forward to welcoming you to Chill at the Mill!