What's On Spring 2021 Echuca-Moama

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SEAFOOD Calamari Ring Fish Bite Fish Cake Tiger Prawn Scallop Seafood Stick Oyster Fritter Jar of Mussels Fresh Oysters 1 Dozen $21.00

½ Dozen $11.00

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Welcome

Contents 8 THINGS TO SEE AND DO

WITH A HOP, SKIP AND A JUMP WE’VE LANDED IN THAT PART OF THE YEAR WHERE IT SEEMS LIKE WE’VE BEEN FLUNG FROM SUMMER TO SPRING AT 100 KM/H. Just yesterday we were spending lazy days by the river, sipping iced coffees with friends or enjoying a beer in the breeze as we listened to live music.

Then we blinked — and it was cold, really cold; and wet, really wet — so we stayed indoors.

Now the sun seems to be with us just a little longer each day, while people in the street and in the shops are starting to have smiles on their faces, brightening as we spend more time outside — but in fewer layers (in my case read 12) of clothing.

Even with the sporadic snap lockdown here and there, 2021 was the year that flew by.

Sadly, however, many industries are still reeling from the effects of the pandemic, as we all adjust to the idea of a spring in our own backyards.

Events and attractions to interest everyone.

60 EVENTS CALENDAR Echuca-Moama events for the coming months.

64 JUST DOWN THE ROAD See what some of EchucaMoama’s surrounding areas have to offer.

85 TASTE GUIDE Hungry? Look no further!

88 ACCOMMODATION GUIDE Need a place to stay?

The reality is we have no guarantees what will happen this spring.

EDITORIAL AND EVENTS INQUIRIES:

But if we are limited to exploring our own backyards that is, in many ways, the best result — as long as you get out there, because it’s never been more important than now to support locals.

Maddy Fogarty P: 5820 3180 madeline.fogarty@mmg.com.au

So go to the Echuca Show, have a great day out at the races or pop that bottle of champagne at the Pop and Pour Festival.

ADVERTISING INQUIRIES:

Make it a spring to remember and enjoy it with your own community.

Kristy Hayes P: 5482 1111 kristy.hayes@mmg.com.au

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RIVERINE HERALD

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Your comprehensive local guide to what’s happening in and around Echuca-Moama.

Local artist John Stevens in front of the Foundry Art Space.

Details of activities in this What’s On are correct at time of printing but may be subject to change.

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Local news LOCAL NEWS AND INFORMATION: The Riverine Herald is Echuca-Moama’s local newspaper. It circulates throughout northern Victoria and southern NSW, reaching 15,000 readers every Monday, Wednesday and Friday.

It contains local news, sport and events and Friday’s edition has a pull-out real estate section.

You’ll find your copy of the Riv at newsagents, supermarkets, milk bars and service stations in Echuca-Moama, or simply call into the office for your copy.

The Riverine Herald office is open Monday to Friday, 8.30 am to 5 pm, 28 Percy St, Echuca, 3564.

Phone 5482 1111.

WE’RE ONLINE For the latest news, photos and videos, find us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter and Instagram, or jump onto our website.

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A guide to finding…

Echuca Alton Reserve, High St. Open daylight hours.

Open 24 hours.

Moama Old Shire office building, Meninya St, Open 7.30 am – evening.

Campaspe Esplanade (Warren St end).

Apex Park, High St. Open daylight hours.

Moama-Echuca Adventure Playpark: nearby. Open 24 hours.

Moama: Free

Echuca Historic Port, beside Star Bar, Murray Esplanade.

Open 24 hours.

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High St car park, near Cotton On. Open 24 hours.

Lions Park, Campaspe Esplanade.

Open 24 hours.

Riverboat Dock, near where paddlesteamers dock.

Open 24 hours.

Tourist Information Centre, Heygarth St. Open 6 am to 9.30 pm.

Victoria Park, boat ramp.

Open 24 hours.

Victoria Park oval, Scenic Drive.

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Echuca: 227 Pakenham St. Echuca South: cnr Ogilvie Ave and Haverfield St. Moama: Meninya St, opens 8 am.

Also: Port of Echuca post box with unique postmark.

CAR PARKING Echuca: Mainly metered in CBD. Ticketed CBD car parks, Monday to Friday, in Nish and High streets; free weekends.

Free all-day car park, cnr Sturt and Pakenham streets.

Port precinct free parking. Signage indicates if time limits apply.

Information on caravan parking: at Visitor Information Centre.

TRANSPORT Echuca Railway Station/bus pick-up: Sturt St. EMERGENCY CONTACTS Police/Fire Brigade/Ambulance: 000 Echuca hospital: Service St, signage in High St & Ogilvie Ave. 5485 5000 Echuca police: 143 Anstruther St. 5483 1500 Moama police: Francis St. 5482 0099 PAY PHONES Echuca: Cnr Hare and Anstruther streets, High St. Moama: Meninya St.

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Bringing art to the community VOLUNTEER-RUN GALLERY THE FOUNDRY ARTS SPACE IS THE HOME FOR ART IN THE ECHUCA-MOAMA REGION. Exhibiting everything from professional artists to community members with a good photographic eye, the space has a large rotation of artworks for visitors and locals to take a closer look at.

It’s run by the Echuca Moama Arts Initiative, a committee focused on increasing the profile of art in Echuca-Moama and surrounds.

Committee member Tim Smallwood said the gallery had grown significantly since it first opened, and some visitors had even been known to mistake it for a commercial gallery.

“We’re volunteer-run, and I think we actually have a strong reputation,” Tim said.

He said the gallery welcomed about 12,000 visitors a year, which was “pretty good for a gallery of any sort”.

The Foundry rotates exhibitions every month, providing art critics and enthusiasts alike with new pieces to appraise.

The Foundry also invites recognised artists regularly to display their work and run workshops for locals.

“That’s part of the process of bringing art back to the community,” Tim said.

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To round out the end of 2021, the Foundry is displaying a range of local painting from the community and local artists.

The committee also has some exciting plans up its sleeve, including talks of hosting ‘progressive gallery evenings’ in collaboration with other art spaces in the area.

“Three or four galleries will be opening so people can go to one after the other,” Tim said.

For more information about upcoming exhibitions and events, follow The Foundry Arts Space on social media.

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The 2021 foundry arts space exhibition program RICH RIVER QUILTERS: (Community exhibition) August 27 until September 12 POLAR OPPOSITES: September 17 until October 10 Leanne Cuffe, Kristen Dyer, Michelle Goodden, Judi Palmer, Joan Stevens & Kathleen Watson THE ROADS AND THE RIVER: October 15 until November 7 Denise K. Dalton, Meg Doller, Kathryn Lehar, Robyn Maclean, Nerida Murray, Judi Palmer THE ART OF SURVIVAL Lily O’Connell: November 12 until November 28 SOPHLETTA Sophie Wilson: November 12 until November 28 MEMBERS’ GALLERY SHOP: (Community exhibition) December 3 until January 30, 2022 What’s On

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Echuca-Moama | November 27

Pour a drink and enjoy the music ECHUCA-MOAMA’S OWN POP AND POUR FESTIVAL IS COMING IN HOT ON NOVEMBER 27.

After the cancellation of last year’s event, the progressive festival is up and ready to celebrate local musicians, award winning wineries, brewers and distillers.

The line-up for the day includes seven hit venues, closed to the general public to give patrons an authentic, live experience. Shuttle services will be running from 11 am to 7 pm.

Each venue will host two musical acts, and featured on the agenda is Echuca-based artist Amelia May along with Daine Runnells, and acoustic duo Gone Rogue.

For a day of vibrant fun, packed full of entertainment and good people, festival director Jacqui Wegener says this year’s is one not to be missed.

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“It’s such a fun, happy, spirited event,” she said.

“We’re just excited to be able to offer the festival experience again.”

With the option of ‘hopping on and off’ along the tour of the Perricoota wine region, attendees can take in the full extent of the vineyard surrounds and all the local goods on offer.

“Everything we do is about involving local; we’re featuring local produce, entertainment, art and wine, even ticketing,” Jacqui said.

“The festival is 100 per cent locally grown and locally developed.”

Ticket sales will be announced in the coming months. Keep up to date on Pop and Pour’s Facebook page.

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September 11-12 | Echuca

Big rigs heading back to Echuca

THE ECHUCA TRUCK DISPLAY, HOSTED BY THE AMERICAN TRUCK HISTORICAL SOCIETY, IS BACK FOR ANOTHER BIG YEAR. Running for more than 10 years, the annual event is once again bringing in the big rigs with more than 200 trucks on display.

merchandise to purchase, live music and with COVID-19 restrictions permitting, a jumping castle for the kids.

American Truck Historical Society’s Australian chapter secretary Tony Murphy said there would be a large cross-section of trucks on offer.

Tony said it would be very enjoyable for kids of all ages.

All makes and models are welcome, and expected in the convoy will be Diamond T trucks, Western Stars and the occasional Dodge.

“It doesn’t matter if it’s the flashest truck or an older model, everyone’s welcome,” Tony said.

Fun for the whole family doesn’t begin to cover the range of activities on offer.

The weekend will feature local foods, club

“It gives them a chance to see the trucks up close and personal when they usually wouldn’t be able to; they even can have a go sitting in one.”

Running from 9 am to 4 pm on September 11 and 12 at Echuca’s Rotary Park, the event is expected to bring in a whopping 500 attendees.

Tickets will be available for purchase on the days, and will cost $10 per day or $15 for the weekend, with free entry for kids.

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Echuca | October 24

Dance, magic and music take to the stage IRISH DANCE IS COMING TO PARAMOUNT THEATRE, ECHUCA THIS OCTOBER WITH THE 10-YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF THE MAGICAL STAGE SHOW CELTIC ILLUSION.

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In homage to its decade of dance, Celtic Illusion launched its largest Australian tour yet in July — which will feature 56 shows across five states.

troupe — with the show having to cancel performances in the past year-and-a-half thanks to COVID-19.

Anthony insisted the show would go on, the COVID-safe show that is, with Anthony casting new performers after the most recent coronavirus outbreak in Sydney.

A creation of Michael Flatley’s Lord of the Dance former principal dancer Anthony Street, Celtic Illusion amalgamates Anthony’s love of Irish river dancing, magic and Broadway.

“Most of our cast is from Sydney,” he said.

“I’m flying in performers from New Zealand, Melbourne and Tasmania to pull together a cast.”

“There’s something in there for everyone,” he said.

“There’s dance, there’s magic, there’s live music.

Book now to see Celtic Illusion Reimagined on October 24 at the Paramount Theatre, Echuca.

“It’s a very fast-paced show and there’s a constant element of surprise.”

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Coming this Spring 2021 For Adults Shang Chi & The Eternals Legends of the Ten Rings Top Gun Maverick Venom: Let there be carnage 007: No Time to Die For Kids Hotel Transylvania: Ron’s Gone Wrong Transformania Boss Baby 2 And many more! Go to www.echucaparamount.com for further information and screening times.

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Rich in heritage and abundant in local produce, Junction is a gathering place celebrating the region’s finest.

Junction is a restaurant and bar located on the stunning Murray River in the picturesque Echuca Moama tourist district.

It's the ultimate escape – the perfect spot to enjoy sensational food, wine, cocktails and craft beer that showcases everything the region has to offer in a single, sophisticated setting.

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October 8-9 | Echuca

Blooming marvelous natives on show THE ANNUAL ECHUCA-MOAMA AUSTRALIAN PLANT SOCIETY NATIVE FLOWER SHOWCASE IS BACK AGAIN, HOPING TO INSPIRE GREEN THUMBS AND NOVICE GARDENERS ALIKE TO PLANT MORE NATIVES. The flower showcase displays the array of native blooms that can be found in the gardens of Australian Plant Society members, according to society president Sue Robertson.

There will also be four nurseries with plants available for purchase, and information sessions with experts about growing and caring for native plants.

An in-house florist will create bouquets on the day using natives, and a bush tucker talk session is set to return for a second year.

“The main purpose of the flower show is to get people interested and involved with growing native plants,” Sue said.

The society’s last showcase in 2019 attracted garden enthusiasts from across Victoria and southern NSW. “They come from everywhere,” Sue said.

“Hopefully it’ll grow bigger and bigger each year.”

This year will be the society’s ninth native flower showcase, and will display specimens like emu bush wattle, and bottlebrush labelled with their scientific names (eremophila acacia and callistemon, respectively).

The APS Native Flower Showcase is scheduled for October 8 and 9 at Echuca Masonic Lodge. Entry is $5 and includes tea or coffee.

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UPCOMING SPRING RACES

Saturday September 11th | Monday October 11th Friday October 22nd | Tuesday November 2nd Race Day – TAB Facilities, Café/Kiosk, Bar – Race Day Packages available Race Day Info via the ERC Facebook Page

MELBOURNE CUP DAY ND TUESDAY NOVEMBER 2 Get in Early and Book your Marquee or Umbrella package Contact the Racing Club for more information ECHUCA RACING CLUB – Scott Road Echuca, turn off the Murray Valley Highway – (03) 5482 2487 echraces@countryracing.com.au www.country.racing.com/echuca *This event will be subject to all COVID restrictions & protocols and enforce COVID-safe measures in accordance with the current Government guidelines.

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Race day to stop Echuca-Moama once again POLISH UP THOSE RM WILLIAMS AND DUST OFF YOUR FASCINATORS, THE MOAMA BOWLING CLUB MELBOURNE CUP DAY RACES WILL RETURN AND RUN “AS NORMAL AS POSSIBLE” THIS NOVEMBER, ACCORDING TO ECHUCA RACING CLUB GENERAL MANAGER GARRY ARMSTRONG. He said the club was hoping to hold a COVIDsafe race day that lives up to the community’s expectations, after a spectator-free event last year.

“We’re certainly planning to have crowds back,” Garry said.

“We’ve already been approved for the event, which is good. That’s the first tick.”

Beginning 30 years ago, the cup day race has been the club’s biggest day of the year for a decade, with Echuca-Moama locals champing at the bit to take advantage of the public holiday and congregate trackside for the race that stops the nation.

“It’s really a day for the locals,” Garry said.

“It’s a happy, friendly country atmosphere.”

Live music, fashion competitions and activities for the kids are all in the works for Tuesday, November 2.

Garry promised they would find alternative ideas for the kids if the more traditional hits don’t comply with COVID-19 restrictions.

“It’s a pretty important part of the day to have something there for the kids,” he said.

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Food and drinks the American way THE STAR-SPANGLED BANNER FLIES HIGH AT THE AMERICAN HOTEL IN ECHUCA. As the oldest hotel in Echuca (established in 1865), the pub holds prime real estate in town.

“We’re the big red brick pub on the corner of Hare St,” venue manager Harry Ripon said.

“You know it’s going to be a good time at the Yank,” he said.

“We pride ourselves on having an amazing atmosphere as soon as you walk in the door.”

The hotel’s refurbishment used timber from the original Port of Echuca to honour its 156-year history. The latest extension is making use of the space in the carpark, with container bars providing food and drinks to outdoor patrons.

“We’ve got two big containers that we’ve moved into the carpark,” Harry said.

The large venue caters to a wide range of patrons, offering live music and drink deals as part of ‘rooftop sessions’ on the weekends.

There are also more laid-back spaces to cater for those that prefer a more relaxed environment, Harry said.

“We pride ourselves on being diverse and being able to cater for anyone’s needs.”

The extensive food and drinks menu does just that.

Food-wise, the hotel specialise in smoked meat and American delicacies and the bars are stocked with an array of craft beer, ciders and cocktails, along with pub classics.

“Our people, our staff and our customers are the most important thing to us,” Harry said.

“We’ve got 20 taps out there and we’ve also got a kitchen.”

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It’s nearly show time for Echuca-Moama BACK WITH A BANG THIS NOVEMBER, THE ECHUCA MOAMA SHOW IS A GREAT OPPORTUNITY FOR A FUN FAMILY DAY OUT. Echuca Moama Show committee member Sheena Mason said after the disappointment of having to cancel the 2020 show everyone was excited for an uplift in the community and local business alike.

“Many locals who have been showing animals, cooking or creating displays for the pavilion or simply attending the show as a social event have really missed out,” she said.

The public can enter crafts, needlework and cookery in the pavilion display, or simply admire talented local entries.

Beef and dairy cattle shows will also be going ahead, as well as the horse and dog events.

If motoring’s more your speed, the ute and car show is sure to wow with elaborate and highpowered builds for work and pleasure.

And make sure you don’t miss the unforgettable

fireworks display on Saturday night.

An opportunity for local businesses to get involved with the community, Sheena said she was hoping for a strong return to the show.

“It’s been a really hard year for everyone so it’s something to look forward to,” she said.

The 2021 Echuca Moama Show will take place on Saturday and Sunday, November 6 and 7 at the Echuca Showgrounds, 201 Simmie St, Echuca.

Tickets are $30 for an adult and $5 for a child under 16 years old, with a $30 members’ ticket available covering two adults and two children.

For more information, visit the Echuca Moama &; Districts Agricultural Show Society Facebook page, or contact the society by phone on 0477 272 620 or via email at echucamoamashowsociety@outlook. com What’s On

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Raise a glass to a good brew ECHUCA DISTILLERY OWNERS DAVID AND FIONA DE VRIES RETIRED TO ECHUCA FROM MELBOURNE IN 2012.

“This was going to be my retirement project, but it’s gotten out of hand,” David said.

“Now there’s no more retirement, but we really enjoy it.”

During the pandemic, the distillery was forced to diversify, and now that diversity is one of its core strengths.

“We’re really proud of the business, especially when we didn’t even reach our first birthday before COVID hit,” David said.

Originally making eight types of gin — including a Navy-strength variety and stunning purple Butterfly Pea and Passionfruit variety — the Echuca Distillery has released a locally made hand sanitiser to assist with shortages local first responders experienced.

“COVID brought lots of new challenges for us, and made us look at the whole business,” David said.

“We made hand sanitiser for the local ambos and fireys at no charge to them, because we just wanted to contribute.

“We bought 5000 litres of old wine from St Anne’s to make the hand sanitiser.”

Echuca Distillery has also expanded to different types of liquor, with a range of vodkas featuring Australian native

botanicals, and even into agave spirits.

Agave spirits have the same components as tequila, with the caveat that all spirits called ‘tequila’ must be made in Mexico — like ‘champagne’ for French product and ‘sparkling wine’ for everyone else.

Echuca Distillery produces three types of agave: Gold, Silver and Bronze.

Tequila and agave spirit aficionados may be familiar with gold and silver varieties, but Echuca Distillery’s bronze is a special concoction that is unique to this powerhouse local producer.

The bronze variety is unaged, much like the silver variety, but is infused with native botanicals wattleseed, pepperberry and saltbush, producing an unmatched and unique depth of flavour.

The distillery has also expanded its customer base, capitalising on the online shopping surge during the pandemic.

Gin, vodka and agave ‘flights’ were available for purchase online to reflect their in-house menu of spirit ‘flights’, which includes three smaller bottles of liquor and a tonic water or light soda specifically designed pairing.

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Echuca | October 3

Work up a sweat and beat the steam JOIN AUSTRALIA’S ONLY RUNNING RACE AGAINST A CLASSIC PADDLE-STEAMER THIS SPRING, AS THE SWEAT VS STEAM FUNDRAISER RETURNS TO ECHUCA ON OCTOBER 3.

Open to people of all ages and abilities, the course is broken up into two distances — a 5 km and a 10 km course — boasting a brilliant view of the Murray River.

Running since 1998 and after a false start last year — with the community-driven event being cancelled due to COVID-19 restrictions — the Echuca Tri Club will host the race for the first time after taking over from the previous organisers.

Club member Nick Lee said it was a great way to give back to the community.

“It’s a great day for the athlete and great for charity as well,” he said.

“It really means a lot to everyone.”

The event is entirely volunteer-run and supported by local businesses and individuals, doing everything from marshalling and management to sponsorship and providing prizes.

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October 3 | Echuca “All the entry fee money is donated back to the community,” Nick said.

Funds raised are collected by the Sweat Vs Steam Community Foundation and distributed through a grant system. Previous grants have gone towards restoring local primary school grounds, paying school camp fees for disadvantaged children, and funding school breakfast programs.

People or organisations in need can apply, with funds allocated according to necessity and availability.

The race will be dependent upon COVID-19 related restrictions and a council-issued COVID-safe plan.

Ticket prices are expected to be the same as the previous event, between $35 and $40 each.

For more information and to register for the event, visit: sweatvssteam.com.au

Take a journey through military history If you’re a history buff this is an experience not to miss.

Chanter Estate Winery is a unique complex set on 20 acres and is available for tasting a great selection of home-grown wines.

We specialise in group bookings, with a delicious Devonshire tea.

Adjacent is a military vehicle museum often featured on television programs, so step back in time and browse through our huge collection of military vehicles and WWII memorabilia.

The biggest military vehicle display

Historic commercial and military vehicle display

OPEN: Weekends, school and public holidays OPEN TIME: 10 am to 4.30 pm CLOSED: Christmas Day and Boxing Day, Mid-July until the end of August

Military museum collection featured on TV:

• Death of a Soldier • Mission Impossible movies • Rose Against the Odds

• My Brother Tom • Postcards with Coxy • What’s Up Downunder

Boutique Winery & Military Museum 5480 7878 or 5480 0334 | Chanter Street, Moama

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IN THE HEART OF THE PORT

591 HIGH ST, ECHUCA

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Take the hard work out of cycling

What began as a hobby has turned into a business for David and Suzanna Barry.

Green Pedal offers a range of e-bikes for tourists and locals alike to take for a spin, or even join David on a guided tour.

“Not only are you seeing a lot more and going a lot further than you normally would if you were walking but it’s a fun activity,” David said.

David’s guided tours are filled with local knowledge about the twin towns’ trails, landmarks and history.

Guided tours range from 90 minutes to a full day’s ride.

If you’d prefer to choose your own adventure, you can set off with just an e-bike (or a good old-fashioned push bike) and a map to explore the region yourself.

For bookings, head to greenpedal.com.au or call David on 0490 048 239.

Bike Hire | e-bike Hire | Guided Cycling Tours 0490 048 239 www.greenpedal.com.au greenpedalcycles

Echuca | November 22-26

River race will make a splash DON’T MISS THE MASSIVE MURRAY PADDLE FROM YARRAWONGA TO SWAN HILL, ALL SET TO GO AHEAD AT THE END OF NOVEMBER.

All day access:

Explore the legend of For a full Port of Echuca experience, join one of our guided tours (11.30am and 1.30pm daily) Australia’s pioneering spirit and learn how Australia’s Our tour guides will teach you the history and inland river system connected importance of the river trade in Echuca/Moama, a fledgling colony to its whilst also pointing out interesting exhibits and growing cities and outside world. Walk the path artefacts along the way. of our river pioneers and experience Echuca THE PORT OF ECHUCA Moama’s rich history and captivating stories.

DISCOVERY CENTRE IS NOW • Interactive Displays • Working Steam Exhibits • National Heritage-listed Echuca Wharf • Evans Sawmill Display • Cargo Shed Kids Display • A2 Locomotive • Strathmerton Railway Station & Rolling Stock • PS Success Remains • Historic Children’s Games • Gift Shop • Incredible Views of the Murray River & Paddlesteamers

FREE ENTRY

Running every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday night – the Port After Dark lantern tour will take you on a journey back in time to discover dark secrets of the past.

Uncovering the spirits of the Murray, out tour guide will help you explore the nooks and crannies of the Port Precinct whilst telling you Echuca’s historic stories of greed, murder and betrayal.

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Running since 1969, the race covers 404 km over four days, with participants able to compete as soloists, duos or teams and relays of any size.

Teams raise and distribute money for community causes that matter to them, with past donations going to local sport teams, mental health support, indigenous services and more.

One of the organisers, Shane O’Brien, said they were grateful for any amount of money raised but recognised the coronavirus pandemic may have an impact on the public’s ability to donate.

“A lot of local causes really rely on that money. We’d like to raise as much money as possible,” he said.

To make the race COVID-safe some changes have been made, including minimising ground staff for the paddlers and increasing distancing and checkin requirements.

Spectators will also be reduced at each checkpoint, but there are plenty of spots to sit and cheer the competitors on.

“It’s really good for people to watch and cheer on the paddlers,” Shane said.

Register at massivemurraypaddle.org.au until November 10, and the race runs from November 22 to 26.

Prices start at $360 for an adult single paddler and go up to $500 for multi-day single entry, with differing prices for relays, school groups and larger teams.

The easiest way to donate is via individual teams’ online donation platform, which will be available via the Massive Murray Paddle website.

“The ultimate goal is to get the event run with about 300 paddlers going past on the river,” Shane said.

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Echuca-Moama | September 5

OP SHOP! Opening Hours

Monday to Friday 10am – 3pm Saturday 10am – 1pm

4 Percy Street Echuca Clothing, household items, books, games and much more!

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September 5 | Echuca-Moama

Get your running shoes on to raise funds

COMMUNITY SPIRIT WILL BE AT AN ALLTIME HIGH WHEN PEOPLE TAKE TO THE STARTING LINE FOR JOHNNO’S RUN ON SEPTEMBER 5 — ALL AT A SOCIALLY ACCEPTABLE DISTANCE OF COURSE. COVID-19 restrictions have again caused Community Living and Respite Services’ biggest fundraiser for its Opening Doors Project to go virtual this year, with participants still encouraged to hit the pavement some time throughout the day.

CLRS chief executive Leah Taaffe said she hoped to see as many people registered for the 5 km and 10 km run as possible. >

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“The health and wellbeing of our participants, staff, volunteers, stakeholders and the wider community is of utmost importance to us,” Leah said.

“While we cannot run through the beautiful surrounds of Echuca-Moama together as a community, we will continue to focus on delivering this event in our community in 2022 and beyond.

“We would love it if you still participated and completed the event as a virtual run.”

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ambitious” but was hoping to get somewhere close to $50,000.

The Opening Doors Project was founded to build homes for people with disability in the EchucaMoama community, with the current project overseeing the build of four units at Barry St, Echuca.

To register for this year’s Johnno’s Run, head to clrs.org.au/johnnosrun or to set up a JustGiving fundraising page, head to www.justgiving.com/ campaign/johnnosrun2021

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Local DJs Jemima Jemima Lewis may be relatively new to the Echuca DJ scene, but what she lacks in time, she makes up for in performance.

Pursuing DJ-ing in 2019, Jemima kept her DJ alter as just that, Jemima.

Her range features a mix of house genres, with specialties of progressive house and melodic techno.

Jemima’s career currently features a monthly residency at F45 Echuca studio and the American Hotel rooftop, with the additional wedding and private function along the way.

Jemima is playing her way through Bendigo and, COVID-19 permitting, Melbourne gigs are on the horizon.

Contact: Email: jemlewismusic@gmail.com Facebook @JEMIMAdj

Deejay Majjic Matthew Holmes has been working as Deejay Majiic for more than 18 years.

With a wide range of experience, Matthew has made his way through nightclubs, bars and pubs, having also worked at private events, including formals, blue light discos and deb balls.

Matthew’s live performances come complete with a light show, setting the stage for the dynamic beats for any occasion.

Specialising in weddings, karaoke and hosting fundraising events, Matthew’s flexibility means every performance is suited specifically to each crowd.

A true local currently based in Stanhope, Matthew and his wife Mandi also run the Stanhope Family Hotel. Combining both passions, performances can include catering for up to 300 guests.

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Local DJs DJ Strats DJ Strats, aka Stephen Stratton, is a veteran in the DJ world, having first performed in 1989. Thirty-two years later, he is still rocking dance floors.

Stephen’s love for DJ-ing has only grown.

Captivating audiences with his true passion, Stephen gives each and every gig 100 per cent.

With a mix of all things progressive and house music, Stephen is a powerhouse when it comes to performing, often playing sets at the American Hotel in Echuca and other private functions.

Stephen’s lengthy career has had many highlights, including DJ-ing at Sidney Myer Music Bowl, gigging regularly at Billboards Melbourne and being played on Triple J’s Mix Up. Contact: Phone: 0438 592 838 soundcloud.com/steve-stratton

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One of the largest one brand car museums in Australia

• Classic memories to modern classics • Rare Prototypes • Historic film footage • Memorabilia • Holden Apparel • Vehicles changing regularly

Trophy cabinet opens to the public WHEN IT COMES TO WHO HAS SCORED THE MOST TROPHIES IN THE TWIN TOWNS, THE WINNER — BY THE PROVERBIAL MILE — WOULD HAVE TO BE ECHUCA HISTORICAL SOCIETY. And in every case it has received trophies without even breaking into a sweat.

Now from September 1, EHS is going the whole hog and deciding to show off its incredible array of silverware in its latest exhibition: Trophies over the Years.

No-one else could come within cooee of the society’s trophy cabinet, exhibition co‑ordinator Jan Hollingsworth said.

7–11 Warren St, Echuca | Ph: 5480 2033 www.holdenmuseum.com.au Open 7 Days 9am – 5pm 100 metres from the Port of Echuca National Holden Motor Museum

But only because the society’s museum has become the repository for literally dozens of plaques, cups, medallions and all things achievement.

“Mostly it has been for a good reason, although occasionally a sad one, but as various sporting clubs and/or associations have closed, merged or changed direction, their trophies have come to rest in our storage unit,” Jan said.

“As clubs have come and gone, when there was nowhere to store these trophies, the historical society was the obvious place,” she said.

“A place where they could be kept and looked after so they were safe and sound for future generations to enjoy.”

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Jan said apart from the obvious sporting codes like footy, netball, cricket, tennis, shooting and racing, the EHS trophy cabinet also has a touch a refinement, with musical expertise trophies, and other shields and plaques presented to regional bands.

She said it would be one of the society’s more unusual exhibitions because, even though they were often of historic significance, many trophies were only relevant to a small part of the local population.

“Some are for individuals lost in the mists of time, while others are for once legendary local footy teams or lost sports.

“Overall they really are worth a look, because many of them are in styles rarely seen today, some will be familiar to other people and I would love it if some of our more senior citizens could drop in while the exhibition runs and see if they can provide any information on some of our older ones.”

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Jan said at the same time as the trophies are dusted off and put on display there will also be a small selection of seldom-seen framed pictures of paddle-steamers and other river boats on show.

You can drop into the museum at 1 Dickson St, Echuca, between 10 am and 2 pm, seven days a week. Group bookings are welcome.

Further details from 5480 1325 or eh.soc@ bigpond.com

Phone: 03 5482 5445

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Echuca-Moama turns it on all year THE ECHUCA MOAMA VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE WELCOMES YOU AND YOUR VISITORS. The Echuca Moama Visitor Centre housed in the historic pump house beside the Echuca Moama bridge has the best views of the Aquatic Reserve, so bring your family and friends in to enjoy this marvellous part of the town.

You can book your paddle-steamer ride, find out where to eat and shop, find information on special events and provide you with great maps to guide you in and around the region.

While you are here you can pick up your guide to the region and find out what events are taking

The centre showcases a range of local wines, a really comprehensive range of history publications

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Echuca Moama Community Radio EMFM 104.7 is a not-for-profit incorporated local radio station run by volunteers. We provide locally oriented music programs, interviews, current events, news, weather and warnings in emergency situations.

EMFM broadcast across Echuca, Moama, Mathoura, Torrumbarry, Lockington, Elmore and Kyabram and stream to the internet 24/7.

Community Radio at its best

Would you like to host your own show?

We are always looking for new volunteers.

Go on give us a call (03) 5480 2085.

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place in summer.

Tilda’s Latest Garden Life Range of: • Zips • Buttons • Motifs • Haberdashery • Kwiksew • Threads • DMC Threads • Gumnut Yarns • Wool Blanketing • Perle Cotton Threads We have over 6000 bolts of 100% patchwork material and accessories including patterns, kits, large range of jelly rolls, layers cakes, promo packs.

256 Anstruther Street, Echuca. Phone: 5482 2655

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for the region and great maps detailing access points all along the Murray River. These are available for purchase at the Visitor Centre.

There’s something for everyone in the centre — children (and many grown-ups) love to watch “Terry and Myrtle” our wonderful short necke-turtles and “Murray” our ever-growing Murray cod.

The centre has free Wi-Fi and wonderful staff and ambassadors who will make your day.

You can contact us on (03) 5480 7555 or head online at echucamoama.com for more information.

The centre is open seven days a week from 9 am to 5 pm, except Christmas Day.

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in Echuca-Moama SEP

9 Echuca Harness Racing Club

11 Echuca Racing Club

1 Biggest Blokes Lunch

2 Gunbower Cup (Racing)

3 Sweat Versus Steam

9 Echuca Moama Australian Plant Society Native Flower Showcase

11 Echuca Racing Club

16 Kyabram Show

20 Echuca Harness Racing Club

22 Echuca Racing Club

22-24 Lockington Country Music Festival

22-31 The Big Cohuna Festival

30 Mathoura Speed Shear

3-7 Kyabram RV Country Music Festival

5 Kyabram Bush Market

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5 Johnno’s Run

18 26 Murray Football Netball Goulburn Valley League League Grand Final Grand Final

OCT 2021

NOV 2021

Melbourne Cup Day Racing - Echuca

6-7 Echuca Moama Show

Echuca Harness Racing Club

TBC

Echuca Moama Theatre Company Junior Production

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Torrumbarry Summer Start Up Ute Show

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Massive Murray Paddle

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Australian darts championships

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Perricoota Pop & Pour Festival

MAJOR EVENTS CALENDAR DEC 2021

9 Echuca Harness Racing Club

31 NYE Family Day Out Echuca Racing Club

TBC Moama Lions Carols By Candlelight

1 New Year’s Day Harness Racing

26 Australia Day

22 Echuca Moama Triathlon

MONTHLY

Alton Gallery Echuca

The Foundry Arts Space

Echuca Historical Society

TBC Cohuna Fishing Classic

JAN 2022

23 Wharf To Winery Swim

WEEKLY 1st and 3rd Saturday

Echuca Farmers’ Market

Saturday

Echuca Moama Parkrun

Rochester Sports Museum

Events calendar *These events are subject to the relevant COVID-19 restrictions at the time they occur.

Every Tuesday

Monthly

ECHUCA DANCE GROUP SOCIAL BALLROOM DANCING

ECHUCA DANCE GROUP MONTHLY BALLROOM DANCING

Come and join our friendly group of dancers, visitors always welcome. Echuca Moama Uniting Church hall, Hare Street, Echuca, every Tuesday night from 6–9 pm. Contact Dave on 0419 374 627.

Come and join our friendly group of dancers, visitors always welcome. Echuca Uniting Church, Hare Street, Echuca, third Saturday of each month with a couple of Saturday/Sunday dance weekends included throughout the year. Contact Dave on 0419 374 627.

Every Wednesday ECHUCA DANCE GROUP BALLROOM DANCING LESSONS Come and join our friendly group of dancers, visitors always welcome. Echuca Moama Uniting Church Hall, Hare Street, Echuca, every Wednesday night from 6.30–8 pm. Contact Dave on 0419 374 627.

Every Saturday ECHUCA-MOAMA PARKRUN Free, timed 5 km run or walk open to any member of the community. 8 am sharp, Echuca Lions Park.

Participants must register online at parkrun.com.au and scan a QR code upon entry.

First and third Saturday of the month ECHUCA FARMERS’ MARKET Cooked breakfast and coffee from 8 am until midday at Aquatic Reserve. Contact 0437 746 459.

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Monthly ECHUCA COUNTRY MUSIC CLUB DANCING AFTERNOON 12–5 pm Third Sunday of every month at the Bocce Club on Breen St. For more information contact Lesley H South on (03) 5482 6281 or 0438 115 552.

Fortnightly ECHUCA-MOAMA MARKET The huge general market features collectibles and treasures, fresh produce, clothing and accessories, kids’ activities and food and drinks.

At Kerrabee Soundshell, Moama, from 9 am – 2 pm.

Contact Brianon on 0408 766 828 or visit echucamoamamarket.com.au

Events Calendar

September 6

September 25

BAKING FROM THE HEART

MAKERS’ MARKET

Run by the Echuca Neighbourhood House, bake sweet treats for the palliative community in Echuca-Moama and surrounds.

The first Monday in September, November and December are baking days. Contact (03) 5482 6914 for more information.

Echuca Moama Uniting Church.

Open 9 am – 12 pm.

Contact Anne Peace on 0429 801 342 for more information.

September 26, October 31, November 28

BENDIGO MORRIS CLUB

ECHUCA NEIGHBOURHOOD HOUSE HARVEST SWAP Vegies, fruit, eggs, seeds, seedlings, plants, herbs, preserves, sauces and more. A fun way to share your excess home-grown and homemade produce with others.

11 am – 11.30 am, Back 9 golf course, phone 5482 6914.

September 5 JOHNNO’S RUN See page 46 for more information.

September 11 PRE-LOVED BOOKS & MARKETPLACE CRAFT SHOP Echuca Moama Uniting Church.

Open 9 am – 12 pm.

Until September 12 RICH RIVER QUILTERS The Foundry

September 17 – October 10 POLAR OPPOSITES The Foundry

September 26 Murray Esplanade 9.30 am – 3 pm.

Until September 30 ROCHESTER SPORTS MUSEUM OLYMPIC GAMES EXHIBITION Exhibition featuring the 1956, 2000, 2012 and 2016 Olympic Games featuring Olympic cyclists Jack Trickey (1956), Tim Decker (Rio 2016) and Sam Willoughby (London 2012). And honouring volunteers and torch bearers. Open Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, open during school holidays and public holidays 10 am – 4 pm.

Admission $5 adults.

Contact Bob on 0438 843 444 for more information.

October 3 SWEAT VS STEAM See page 40 for more information.

October 9 & 23 PRE-LOVED BOOKS & MARKETPLACE CRAFT SHOP Echuca Moama Uniting Church.

Open 9 am – 12 pm.

October 10 SOUNDS FOR THE SOUL 2021 Echuca Moama Uniting Church, 3 pm.

Contact Anne Peace on 0429 801 342 for more information.

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October 15 – November 7

October 24

THE ROADS AND THE RIVER

GIRGARRE OPEN GARDEN FESTIVAL PRESENTED BY GIRGARRE COMMUNITY COTTAGE

The Foundry

October 17 SOUNDS FOR THE SOUL 2021 Paramount Theatre, 2 pm.

Tickets at box office, $25 for adults, $20 for students.

Contact Anne Peace on 0429 801 342 for more information.

October 20 CAMPASPE CARP CATCH IN FIVE LOCATIONS: ECHUCA, STRATHALLAN, ROCHESTER, ELMORE & AXEDALE Veronica Groat 5484 9293 vjgroat@bigpond.com

October 20 KYABRAM COME TRY FISHING DAY Channel Bank, McEwen Road (between Brose & Everard Roads) Kyabram Geoff Cronyn 0427 552 541 geoff.cronyn@wppumps.com

October 23 HOTEL ROCHESTER MOTORS & MUSIC FEST Hotel Rochester, in the car park behind.

Bruce Fisher & Donna (03) 5484 1040 sharkfish2827@yahoo.com.au or rochyhotel@mail.com

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Various gardens around Girgarre (collect map from Girgarre Community Cottage) Kezia Talbot 5854 6482 girgarrenh@bigpond.com

October 24 RUSHWORTH SPRING GARDEN FESTIVAL: GARDEN EXPO DAY High Street, Rushworth Fee Laurie 0400 561 728 jflaurie7576@gmail.com

October 25 ANNUAL SERVICE OF REMEMBRANCE: 3RD CAVALRY REGIMENT (VIETNAM) ASSOCIATIONS Tongala Dallas Burrage 0407 002 432 or (02) 6658 7339 3rdcav@nor.com.au

October 30 MARKETPLACE FAIR Echuca Moama Uniting Church Contact Anne Peace on 0429 801 342 for more information.

October 30 MATHOURA SPEED SHEAR See page 71 for more information.

Events Calendar

October 30 ROCHESTER TOWN GARAGE SALE (MELBOURNE CUP LONG WEEKEND) Rochester Amanda Logie 0409 075 074 rochcommho@communityhouse.org.au

October 31

SOUNDS FOR THE SOUL 2021 Echuca Uniting Church, 2 pm

November 1 ECHUCA MOAMA CUP EVE MARKET DAY

November 6–7 ECHUCA AND DISTRICT KENNEL CLUB INC CHAMPIONSHIP DOG SHOW

KYABRAM BUSH MARKET

Echuca Showgrounds, Simmie Street, Echuca Heather Delaland 0407 170 504 pandhdelaland@bigpond.com

November 5–7

November 11–14

Hare Street, Echuca

November 5

KYABRAM RV COUNTRY MUSIC FESTIVAL Kyabram Showgrounds, Allan Street, Kyabram Dossie Grills 5853 2045 or 0407 048 641 lesdos@bigpond.com

November 6 FOOD AND FAMILY FESTIVAL 12 pm at Tindarra Resort Purchase tickets at echucamoama.com/food-and-family-festival

November 6–7 ECHUCA MOAMA SHOW Echuca Showgrounds, Simmie Street, Echuca Allan Mathers (president) 0429 386 233 echucamoamashowsociety@outlook.com

VICTORIAN CLAY TARGET STATE TITLES Echuca Gun Club, 205 Echuca-Mitiamo Rd, Echuca West Malcolm Dyson 0407 802 107 malcolmd2@bigpond.com

November 12–28 THE ART OF SURVIVAL The Foundry

November 14 SOUNDS FOR THE SOUL 2021 Echuca-Moama Uniting Church, 2 pm.

Contact Anne Peace on 0429 801 342 for more information.

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October 30 | Rochester

Bargains galore at giant garage sale IF YOU CAN’T SAY NO TO A GOOD DEAL, THE ANNUAL ROCHESTER TOWN GARAGE SALE IS WHERE YOU WANT TO BE. Picking up from the cancellation of last year’s event, the town-wide garage sale will take place on Saturday, October 30 from 8 am to 2 pm.

The garage sale includes houses from across the Rochester district, with up to 100 houses participating in previous years.

Run by Rochester Community House, co‑ordinator Amanda Logie said lockdowns had been a good opportunity to consider what’s actually needed in the home.

“It’s a chance for the local community to clean up and clean out,” Amanda said.

Hit items on offer in past sales have included bikes, clothing, vintage goods and even the occasional kayak.

Make sure to dive in early to catch a few bargains, as this is one event that draws a crowd.

“It brings a massive amount of people into the area,” Amanda said.

“The flow-on effect of that is just great, people are spending their money and supporting local businesses.

“It’s a win-win for the community.”

Maps will be made available at selected local Rochester stores.

Keep up to date on all the latest information via the Rochester Town Garage Sale Facebook page.

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Gates are closed at Deni Ute Muster for second year THE 2021 DENILIQUIN UTE MUSTER HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO COVID-19 BORDER CLOSURES AND RESTRICTIONS. After the cancellation of last year’s muster, the organising team has regretfully announced this year would follow suit.

General manager Vicky Lowry said the team was “absolutely gutted”.

“It’s not only a blow for us, it’s a blow for the community,” she said.

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“The Australian music industry, vendors, caterers, entertainers — the list goes on.

“It has a long trail of destruction really.”

The next Deniliquin Ute Muster is now scheduled for Friday, September 30 and Saturday, October 1 next year.

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announced, with the team working hard to keep supporting local acts.

“We’re working with our artists to see who will carryover and who we will add to it,” Vicky said.

Each year the festival brings an $8 million stimulus to the region, with $1.5 million going to local businesses and about $70,000 going to community groups.

To continue supporting the festival, Vicky encouraged festival-goers to keep their 2021 tickets.

“We have some really loyal patrons,” she said.

“If you can support us, please roll your ticket over (and) buy some merch.”

Tickets to the 2022 Deniliquin Ute Muster will be announced later this year.

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October 30 | Mathoura

Enjoy a great family day out A CLASSIC CELEBRATION OF COUNTRY LIFE — THE MATHOURA SPEED SHEAR — IS DEFINITELY NOT TO BE MISSED WITH ACTIVITIES, STALLS AND COMPETITIONS FOR EVERYONE. Headlining the event is the speed shearing competition, where competitors race to see who can shear a sheep the fastest.

Men’s, women’s, seniors’ and intermediate divisions will be competing for a share of $12,000 in prize money.

The wood choppers are also sharing the spotlight as they fight it out in teams of four, while community members can compete in a tug-of-war competition.

In between these fast-paced competitions, check out stallholders and car boot sales including local candles, artisan potbelly stoves, potted plants and shearing supplies.

Local food and drinks will also be available at the licensed bar run by Mathoura Football Club, as well as a coffee cart.

There’s even something for the kids including

jumping castles, show bags, fairy floss and face painting.

“We’re very keen to have it up and going again … it’ll be good to have some events,” organiser Anne Robertson said.

The gold coin donation upon entry will go to cancer fundraising for the Mathoura Bra Fence, which supports people in the local community living with cancer.

“You can donate if you want to — there’ll be a box to add extra money (at entry),” Anne said.

The event is planned to run on Saturday, October 30 from 10 am to 4 pm at the Mathoura football grounds.

For more information, visit the Facebook page @MathouraSpeedShear&AnnualCancer Fundraiser or phone Anne on 0429 843 579.

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By Meg Saultry Make sure to circle Sunday, September 5, in your diary — Johnno’s Run is coming home.

One of Community Living and Respite Services’ biggest fundraisers, this year’s event will be the first to be run in Echuca-Moama, and CLRS chief executive Leah Taaffe couldn’t be more thrilled to see it launched in its own community.

“We’re really excited to bring Johnno’s Run home to the EchucaMoama community in September,” Ms Taaffe said.

“And we’re delighted to work with all our major sponsors and the Murray River Council to make it happen.”

For those with a keen eye, September 5 is Father’s Day and the CLRS team is encouraging families to get out and participate, with a pre-event warm-up — Run with Dad Dash — a special feature on the day.

Ms Taaffe said the goal was to get as many people registered for the run and representing Johnno’s Run out in the community as possible.

“We’ve had 177 people travel down to Melbourne to do Run Melbourne as part of the Johnno’s Run team in the past, and seeing all of those people with their Johnno’s Run singlet on has been amazing,” she said.

“Hopefully we get at least that many, and we are hoping to have 300 runners, all in their Johnno’s Run singlets, and running through the

New footpath has school community jumping for joy “There was just nothing here,” said Jodi Ujimoto, one of the group's cofounders. "This is a celebration of all our hard work and campaigning.”

In collaboration with Campaspe Shire Council, in particular Cr Daniel Mackrell, ATEAM hoped to improve the daily school commute for the 40 per cent of Echuca East students who lived east of Bowen St. “It's the first piece of a big puzzle,” ATEAM co-founder Chelsea Dridan said. "We'd love to let our kids ride, but we aren't able to.”

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FLAME BURNS BRIGHT Uncle Rick Ronan performs a smoking ceremony at Njernda Aboriginal Corporation’s NAIDOC Week flag-raising event. The Wolithica elder wants the community to get involved in the week’s activities. “Come walk and talk with us, the people on Echuca Wolithica Country,” he said. “All we ask in return is that you take care of Country and that’s what this year’s theme is all about.”

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ATEAM's goal is for "everyone across Echuca-Moama to be able to safely walk or cycle from their front door. Having a connecting footpath along the length of Eyre St is the first step to enable the children of Echuca East to be able to walk or ride safely to school.”

The collaboration with Campaspe Shire Council and Healthy Hearts Victoria aims to connect Echuca East to the west side of town with safe pathways for walking and cycling.

This continuous footpath is a great

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READY, SET, GO: Gill Noelker, Rod Cairns, Kim Boland, Leah Taaffe, Mark Watson, Amelia Dean and Sarah Crossman are all ready for this year’s Johnno's Run in EchucaMoama.

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ON THE RIGHT TRACK: Front row, Max Potter, Abigail Ujimoto and James Potter with Gus Wood, Ned Wood, Jackson Ujimoto, George Danswan, Zanda Wood and Cr Dan Mackrell on the new footpath that runs along Eyre St. Photo: Steve Huntley.

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WALKING ON EYRE ECHUCA East Primary School students and parents have welcomed a new footpath along Eyre St. After more than two years of campaigning by the volunteer ‘A team’ at Active Transport Echuca And Moama, known as ATEAM, the footpath became a reality last week.

The footpath, completed thanks to funding from Healthy Hearts Victoria, runs along Eyre St between Bowen and Sturt streets.

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achievement for the community, as expressed by Cr Mackrell: "When the community gets behind things, it benefits everyone.”

Campaspe Shire has allocated funds to certain footpaths and kerb channel infrastructure, with more projects to come.

“We're slowly linking east to west and everything in between,” Cr Mackrell said.

For more information regarding the ATEAM volunteer group, please go to www.facebook.com/groups/ talk2ateam

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beautiful backdrop of the soundshell, beach and lagoon at Moama will be pretty impressive.”

Ms Taaffe said the idea was to make Johnno’s Run an annual event in Echuca-Moama.

“The plan is to make this a big event, and one on many people’s calendars,” she said.

“And we’re hoping that it will also encourage people from outside the community to come in and participate, so that might help support some of those local accommodation providers who have missed out.”

Registrations are now open, with an early bird price available until July 29 before standard pricing kicks in until September 2. Runners can also set up fundraising pages. To encourage those efforts, anyone who raises $250 to $500, $501 to $1500 or more than $1500 will go into the mix to win a number of fantastic prizes.

Ms Taaffe said the aim was to raise

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“It’s an ambitious target, but we’re hoping to get somewhere close to that $50,000, if not smash it out of the park,” she said.

The Opening Doors Project was founded to build homes for people with disability in the Echuca-Moama community, with the current project overseeing the build of four units at Barry St, Echuca.

“The town planning has been approved for that through Campaspe Shire Council and we’re currently out to tender with the builders, so hopefully construction will begin in August,” Ms Taaffe said.

People can also get behind the project by supporting CLRS’ Mega Draw, which is currently selling tickets for its July draw. This month’s bonus prize include a $500 voucher to Morrisons Winery, a hamper from I Want I Need valued at $285 and a $150 voucher for Amcal Pharmacy.

Training for Johnno’s Run has started on Mondays from 5.15pm and will continue until September. The meeting point is at the kiosk at Riverboat Dock on Watson St, Echuca.

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By Andrew Johnston

IT MAY be a year later than planned, but a dream is finally a reality.

Col Pearse, already Australian swimmer number P310, will soon be a Paralympian.

The Bamawm local is one of the new faces in a 32-person team who will head to Tokyo in Australian colours in August for the Paralympics, looking to add to Australia's 420 medals since the first Paralympics in 1960.

She’s funny, entertaining and loves to laugh — Echuca’s Meg O’Sullivan has been announced as one of the contestants on the upcoming season of Channel Seven’s Farmer Wants a Wife. Full story on page 2.

But it came after an interesting week.

With the national swimming trials in Adelaide, the Australian Paralympic team was being decided.

But he was not there, he was in Melbourne.

“We got advised when it looked like we might end up in lockdown to get out of Melbourne,” he said.

“But I couldn't go. I'm in the middle of year 12 and have other commitments so it simply wasn't the best time for me to leave.”

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Col Pearse has been selected in the Australian team for the Tokyo Paralympics. The Bamawm swimmer and his Australian teammates (inset) will aim for gold at the Games beginning in August.

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Mathoura

Natural beauty speaks for itself at The Timbercutter OVERLOOKING THE JUNCTION OF THE MURRAY AND EDWARD RIVERS, THE TIMBERCUTTER IN MATHOURA IS THE PLACE TO BE WHEN CATCHING UP WITH FAMILY OR FRIENDS. Lined with red gum wall panelling and featuring polished red gum floorboards, open fireplace, leather chesterfield lounges, handcrafted furniture and a 6 m long red gum bar, little extra is needed for this café, bar, restaurant and function venue.

Situated on an 850-acre farm, The Timbercutter is open for lunch and dinner as well as private functions.

The Timbercutter’s Kalli Crump said scattered throughout the property were vast wetland areas — home to thousands of native animals.

“That’s what makes us so different to other venues. Our unique and secluded location, and personalised and flexible options,” she said.

All-inclusive packages are available for events, with the restaurant overlooking a private ceremony site on the junction of the Murray and Edward rivers.

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“We have a very personalised approach and are extremely flexible,” Kalli said.

“While we have suggested packages, we are happy to work people get what they want.”

The restaurant holds up to 150 guests, but outside can accommodate double that.

If you’re looking at holding an event there, options include formal sit-down dining, shared platter style or a relaxed cocktail reception.

The team will work with you to ensure your menu is everything you desire, while full catering and bar are included.

“We felt like part of the family”, “exceptional food and service” and “absolutely perfect from beginning to end, a dream come true” are just some of the comments left by satisfied customers.

October 16 | Kyabram

Community backs show’s return THE KYABRAM SHOW IS BACK AND BETTER THAN EVER. Everything from livestock and poultry events, to local handicraft and food stalls, will be available on Saturday, October 16.

The horse and dog show events will give local competitors the challenge they’ve been waiting for after last year’s cancelled events.

And there’s even something special for the kids with the Master and Miss Showgirl pageants, as well as junior crafts and livestock competition divisions.

Crowds won’t be lacking for entertainment, with many sideshows and new entertainers booking in.

For the first time, stilt-walker performers Electra Android and the Stilt Police will be attending the event for two exciting performances, and the Scouts will also be running activities and displays for the first time, on top of their usual food stall.

Local businesses will be sponsoring the event, with some coming on board for the first time amid the struggles the show society has faced due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

“A lot of new sponsors have come on board,” Kyabram A, H & P Society secretary Janelle McDonald said.

“The town has been so supportive and everyone’s saying we need it.”

Due to COVID-19 related plans, all tickets for the show — including livestock and general admission — will need to be purchased online prior to the event and shown at entry.

More information is available via Facebook @ KyShow or by phoning the organisers on 0499 656 075.

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Kyabram | November 4-7

Roll up for country music and camping PACK YOUR FOLD-OUT CHAIRS AND DON YOUR AKUBRAS, BECAUSE THE ANNUAL KYABRAM RV COUNTRY MUSIC FESTIVAL IS BACK IN 2021.

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After a brief COVID-19 induced hiatus last year, the festival’s secretary Dossie Grills said plans were well under way for the four-day event’s ninth anniversary.

“It’s a big boost to the economy of the town,” Dossie said.

“Hopefully we can get a good crowd visiting with their vans.”

In 2019, about 230 campervans camped at the Kyabram Showgrounds as part of the festival, and organisers are expecting a similar number this year.

Dossie said the event attracted people from around Australia to the region.

Brian Letton, along with returning favourite Kiara Rodrigues.

If you’d like to try your hand on stage, the open mic walk-ups are scheduled every afternoon. On Friday, you can even browse Kyabram’s Bush Market in between sets.

“We do put a lot of effort in to run it well,” Dossie said.

“It’s a relaxed atmosphere.”

The Kyabram RV Country Music Festival will run from Thursday, November 4 to Sunday, November 7.

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“People came from pretty much every state,” she said.

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Kyabram | October 2

Youth team in training to run mad

KYABRAM BLUE LIGHT WILL ENTER A TEAM IN THE ANNUAL ZAIDEE’S MAD COW MUD RUN FOR A THIRD TIME IN 2021, AND THE YOUNG PEOPLE TRAINING HARD AHEAD OF THE BIG DAY ARE BRIMMING WITH EXCITEMENT FOR THE OCTOBER EVENT. Kyabram Blue Light president Mitchell Bull of Victoria Police says a day out on the slippery 9 km obstacle course will be a reward for the effort he has seen the young people in the community put in over the past year.

“It’s an experience that’s different than what we can supply in Kyabram, and it aligns with our programs for young people,” he said.

Senior Constable Bull said the Kyabram Blue Light team was hoping to beat the number of participants it had in the last run, which was 18, and excitement was “through the roof”.

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A few specialised training sessions are on the cards to get the team match-fit for the October 2 event, including a lap of Kyabram Fauna Park and a self-devised obstacle course using public exercise equipment in local parks.

Senior Constable Bull said the scale of Zaidee’s Mad Cow Mud Run pushed a lot of the youth he mentors out of their comfort zones, and that’s when they find they enjoy themselves the most — they become part of a huge crowd of people all striving to achieve the same thing.

For more information about Kyabram Blue Light programs, visit facebook.com/kyabrambluelight

October 22 | Lockington

Get your groove on in Lockington FEET WILL BE TAPPING AT THE LOCKINGTON COUNTRY MUSIC FESTIVAL, WHICH WILL FEATURE A RANGE OF LOCAL AND INTERNATIONAL TALENT INCLUDING CRAIG GILES, JAMIE NIELSON AND RUPE ADAMS.

The three-day festival will kick off at 7 pm on Friday, October 22 at the Lockington Community Centre in Shakespeare Crescent.

Big River Entertainment consultant and event organiser Roz Giles says this year’s festival will be “brilliant”.

The festival forms part of Big River Entertainment’s ‘Awareness of Rural Towns’ project, where music events are brought to friendly and welcoming country towns across Victoria, NSW and South Australia to boost awareness and tourism revenue.

“It pumps a lot of money into the area,” Roz said.

“It’s (also) another outlet for the artists to perform at — it’s a fundraiser for the local area.”

She said the presence of tourists shopping and staying in the town was a huge benefit in itself.

Meals, snacks and non-alcoholic drinks will be available on-site, with a barbecue after Sunday’s 5 pm finale to wind up the event.

An unpowered grassed area for self-contained campervans is available close to the hall, with bed ‘n’ breakfast and local home-style accommodation available in Lockington and surrounding towns.

“It’s a musical experience with a very friendly atmosphere, so there’s something for everyone really,” Roz said.

Ticket prices range from $12 to $28 per day, with a $50 weekend pass available, and can be purchased by contacting Roz on rozbigriver@gmail. com or 0408 597 307.

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Just down the road YOUR JOURNEY DOESN’T HAVE TO END AT THE TOWN LIMITS. YOU’LL FIND PLENTY TO SEE AND DO IN ECHUCA-MOAMA’S SURROUNDING TOWNS.

Leitchville

36 MINS FROM ECHUCA Leitchville is just a short drive from the ecologically significant wildlife site known as Kow Swamp.

The swamp is rich in bird and fish life and is water storage for the Torrumbarry irrigation scheme.

A picnic area on the east side of the lake is complete with swimming area, toilets and barbecue facilities. More barbecue facilities are available at the north end of the swamp, an area commonly used for fishing. Leitchville is also an RV friendly town.

Kyabram

33 MINS FROM ECHUCA Situated between Echuca and Shepparton, Kyabram is in the centre of dairy and orchard country. The Kyabram Fauna Park set on 55 hectares showcases over 500 native animals, birds and reptiles in their natural environment. The park also features a cottage built in 1867 for French adventurer Theodore Hazelman.

Mathoura

41 KM FROM ECHUCA Mathoura offers visitors the chance to see forest and waterways, as well as the chance to discover the district’s fascinating natural and cultural heritage. Check out the bird observatory, Picnic Point recreation area and the pioneer cemetery.

Mathoura Visitor and Business Centre is also a must for wine tasting, buying local jams, honey, art and craft and to learn about Mathoura’s history.

The Mathoura Speed Shear is an annual fundraiser for cancer which celebrates the talent of local shearers.

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Pyramid Hill

55 MINS FROM ECHUCA Pyramid Hill is named after the granite hill that looms out of the countryside. In spring rare wildflowers may be found blooming amongst the rocks and it is a great place to spend an afternoon clambering over the rocks. Other interesting places to visit in the area include Terrick Terrick National Park and Mt Hope, as well as the town’s museum.

Terrick Terrick National Park is 20 km south-east of the town and supports more than 200 species of native flora, including many rare and threatened species. Scenic drives take visitors to grasslands, granite outcrops, eucalypt woodlands and historical farming sites.

Just down the road

Deniliquin

Tongala

Set on the Edward River, Deniliquin offers a variety of activities for visitors, including bushwalking and water sports. The Peppin Heritage and Visitor Information Centre is the ideal starting point.

Heritage walks take you past the town’s historic buildings and along the tree-lined river to the Island Sanctuary, where abundant bird life can be seen.

Markets are held on the fourth Saturday of each month in the Waring Gardens. Famous for the Deniliquin Ute Muster in October, Deniliquin also celebrates the Sun Festival and rodeo in January.

Tongala was settled by squatters in the 1840s and irrigation ensured the success of this intensive little dairying community.

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Torrumbarry

19 MINS FROM ECHUCA The Torrumbarry Loch is a great place to spend a few hours. Marvel at the majestic loch or take a wander through the heritage display and information centre nearby. The original weir was replaced in 1996, but major parts have been preserved including the original steel trestles, which were winched out of the river in times of flood.

Camping and barbecue facilities are available.

Cohuna

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In the township, a series of murals depict the evolution of the dairy industry and groundwater issues. Other murals give an insight into the armed forces, while a monument pays tribute to the Australian Light Horse, and an avenue of honour recalls those who lost their life in the Armoured Corp in Vietnam.

Gunbower

29 MINS FROM ECHUCA Gunbower is the gateway to Australia’s largest inland island and significant wildlife sanctuary, Gunbower Island. The island is home to protected populations of kangaroos, emus, goannas, possums, snakes and 160 different species of birds. It is an idyllic location for camping, canoeing and a spot of bushwalking or bird watching. The running of the Gunbower Gold Cup in October is a picnic race day out for all the family. Make sure you visit the stunning new mural on the wall of the Gunbower Hotel.

44 MINS FROM ECHUCA Cohuna is a peaceful town overlooking the picturesque Gunbower Creek, close to Gunbower Island’s attractions including fishing, boating, canoeing, birdwatching, four-wheel driving and walking tracks. The Gateway Information Centre in the middle of town is an ideal place to discover the area. During the first weekend of March the community hosts the Cohuna Bridge to Bridge — a weekend of great family activity including a half marathon, walk, cycling and running events, to raise money for the hospital. The Cohuna Golf Course is the home course of PGA Tour star Stuart Appleby and the big Cohuna Festival in November is a five day celebration of the town.

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Just down the road

Barmah

Rushworth

Barmah is the gateway to the World Heritage listed Barmah National Park which, with the Moira State Park, forms the largest red gum forest in the world.

A forest drive from Barmah heads off along River Rd, which is two-wheel drive friendly, but dusty when dry. Kingfisher Wetland Cruises allows people to see the ecology and history of the forest, with some trees estimated to be more than 300 years old and more than 40 m high, the birdlife and its habitats and the Aboriginal significance of the area.

Rushworth is a historic gold mining town, steeped in well preserved history and nostalgia. Great views from the fire lookout at Growlers Hill encompass Waranga Basin, Rushworth Forest and the Goulburn Valley. Waranga Basin, to the northeast of the town, is a tourist drawcard providing opportunities for boating, fishing and camping, while south of Rushworth is Whroo Historic Reserve, which represents the remnants of what was once a thriving gold mining town of 1000 people and 139 buildings.

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Lockington

33 MINS FROM ECHUCA Lockington is a small country town in the heart of farming country. Visitors can enjoy a picnic in the landscaped park areas, take a walk following the self-guided heritage walk or choose a route past the mural in the pavilion, the rose garden and Lions flower clock. The Lockington and District Living Heritage Complex is open Sunday afternoons or by appointment if you are looking for a trip down memory lane, while enjoying friendly hospitality.

Womboota

29 MINS FROM ECHUCA Follow the Perricoota Rd tourist drive to Womboota, a quaint little village settled in the 1870s. Discover the charm and character of the old cottages, churches and other historic buildings such as the Womboota Hall. Enjoy wine and mead tasting or browse through local art and pottery at Womboota’s Old School Winery and Cellar Door Pottery.

Explore the Womboota Arboretum, which showcases many species of drought-resistant district plants from the Riverina plains.

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Rochester

23 MINS FROM ECHUCA Part of the Silo Art Trail with a larger than life azure kingfisher and squirrel glider, this resilient little town is home to many great things including the Rochester Sports Museum containing personal memorabilia from Sir Hubert Opperman’s sporting and political life, Iddles Lane, a handful of historical buildings and more.

A life size Oppy bronze statue is situated in Moore Street alongside many colourful and interesting murals created by artists during the annual Mural Festival each March. The murals have become pride of place for the Rochester community.

A free event for the public each March, come along to watch the artists at work. For a full map of where to find the murals visit rochestermuralfest.com.au Acknowledging the contribution and sacrifice Australian service men and women made during in war, Rochester and Elmore District Health Service Entrance features two sculptures modelled on a WW2 soldier and nurse.

A heritage walk from the main bridge to the red brick bridge takes in the old sale yards bull ring, the old water tower and shire hall, while the western bank of the Campaspe River has been set aside as a passive recreation reserve.

The Campaspe Weir can be reached by travelling south on the Northern Hwy toward Elmore and turning left on to a gravel road after 9 km.

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Taste Guide WANT TO KNOW HOW YOU CAN HAVE YOUR BUSINESS HERE?

CALL KRISTY HAYES ON 5482 1111 FOR MORE INFORMATION.

REDGUMS ON PS EMMYLOU Three-hour Evening Steaming – $110pp Duration: Three hours (approx.)

Join us at Australia’s most unique dining room. Enjoy a sunset cruise on the Murray River with a chef-prepared three-course dinner inclusive. Then relax as the stars appear and the river wildlife begin their nightly chorus.

Two-hour Lunch Cruise Package – $80pp Duration: Two hours (approx.)

Dine on Echuca’s finest Paddlesteamer, P.S. Emmylou. Choose from our seasonal menu and let our chef prepare your three-course lunch with a coffee or tea as you sit back and enjoy the sights and sounds of the river.

57 Murray Esplanade, Echuca | 5482 5244 | info@mrps.com.au Book online at: www.murrayriverpaddlesteamers.com.au

PS ALEXANDER ARBUTHNOT When you step onboard the PS Alexander Arbuthnot be sure to bring your own picnic lunch and drinks.

Even better support the local restaurant’s who can help you with a packed lunch to nibble on while you enjoy your cruise.

To book your cruise call (03) 5481 2832 or drop into 30 Murray Esplanade Echuca

1895 THE ROYAL The historic façade of this building creates to an age of romance before entering a modern feel with homely appeal. The variety of seating areas within bar and dining settings make this centrally located venue the perfect balance of country hospitality with current food trends. Add in value lunches from $15 and themed food nights: Tuesday Parma specials with nine varieties to choose from, Thursday Burger nights inspired by the chef’s own meat patty and flavour combination for all palates and Friday happy hours complimented by mellow music live late into the evening.

183 Hare St, Echuca | 5480 7626 www.1895theroyal.com.au

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ECHUCA WORKERS MEALS FOR EVERYONE: Whether it’s lunch or dinner we have got meals for each member of the family, kids and seniors too!

Cafe open from 9.30am: Come in for a milkshake, coffee or a bite to eat.

Hot or Cold food made from the freshest ingredients everyday.

Eat in or takeaway available Open 7 days.

Bistro now open for lunch from 11.30 am to 2 pm and dinner from 5.30 pm to 8.30 pm. Takeaway Available.

165–173 Annesley St, Echuca | (03) 5482 3140 info@echucaworkers.com.au | www.echucaworkers.com.au

THE CALEDONIAN The Caledonian has a family friendly pub style menu. A culmination of classic pub favourites and something for the fastidious of diners.

The inviting home like feel of the Bistro gives off a comfortable and relaxed experience. Indulge in a full meal service or grab something quick form the bar menu. Our smaller function room ‘Bonney’s’ is ideal for private dining and functions. We can help you with your decorating and menu requirements.

110 Hare St, Echuca | (03) 5482 2100 reception@thecal.com.au | www.thecal.com.au

BEECHWORTH BAKERY Welcome to Echuca and an experience like no other! Our bakery here offers upstairs, downstairs, indoor and outdoor seating, overlooking the surroundings of the Campaspe river. Of course, you will also find a play area for littlies here, as well as comfy lounges close by for easy supervision.

Let us entice your senses with our great coffee and delectable cakes and pastries. Immerse yourself in the atmosphere with friends or family, while listening to one of our popular local bands every Sunday around lunch time.

Now, that’s how life was meant to be…

513 High St, Echuca | 1300 BEESTING (1300 233 784) www.beechworthbakery.com.au

MV MARY ANN ~ CRUISING CAFÉ & RESTAURANT Your ‘Must Do’ Murray River Experience Take in the sights and sounds of the majestic Murray River on a Cafe Cruise or experience the lights of the historic Echuca wharf during one of our spectacular Sunset Dinner Cruises.

Our friendly staff will ensure that you enjoy great food, excellent coffee, fine wine or a cold beer whilst you meander along the Murray River with family or friends.

Book online at www.maryann.com.au or call (03) 5480 7000.

‘Like’ our MV Mary Ann Facebook Page or ‘Follow’ us on Instagram to keep updated on special events and offers.

MOAMA RSL ~ SUVLA BAY BISTRO & CORVETTES CAFÉ Our spacious bistro is open 7 Days a week and offers an extensive menu as well as weekly meal deals. Our family friendly Bistro also boasts a large kid’s indoor/outdoor playground which is adjacent to the dining area.

If you are a visitor to the area present your accommodation key tag to receive a 10% Discount on food and beverages*. *Terms and Conditions apply. If you’re after coffee, cake a soft serve ice-cream or a light lunch, Corvettes Café is open daily from 10am until late.

To book a table in our bistro or for our FREE Courtesy Bus, call (03) 5482 6677. ‘Like’ our Moama RSL Facebook Page or ‘Follow’ us on Instagram to keep updated. www.moamarsl.com.au

RICH RIVER GOLF CLUB The clubhouse at Rich River offers a comfortable setting in which to relax before or after a round of golf, or simply to meet up with friends for a chat over coffee or glass of wine. Enjoy a hearty breakfast, lunch or dinner seven days a week in the Bistro with its pleasant golf course views- daily specials available or select from the à la carte menu. Lighter lunch options are available in the café as well as a selection of cakes and slices. Rich River Golf Club operates a free courtesy bus service within Echuca-Moama.

Contact Club reception on (03) 5481 3333 to confirm pick up details. rrgc@richriver.com.au | www.richriver.com.au

MOAMA BAKERY Called into the bakery this morning to pick up lunch before heading back to Melbourne and they were busy — which is generally a good sign with any food place. The food was yummy and there is a wide variety of options, my favourite being the Nutella donuts. See you lovely ladies next time we head back! – Sarah A, Trip Advisor Never had a pie that tastes so awesome…curry pies are my choice and the cakes are sweet. A great choice to pick from. – Chris G, Trip Advisor Moama Bakery Moama 57 Meninya St, Moama | (03) 5482 5671 Moama Bakery Café 361 Ogilvie Ave, Echuca | (03) 5482 6095 Moama Bakery Port Café 590 High St, Echuca | (03) 5480 6615

ROMA PIZZA & PASTA RESTAURANT Roma Pizza, situated on one of Echuca’s vibrant busy streets on the mighty Murray River serving Echuca-Moama and visitors quality pizza and pasta since 1972. Roma Pizza is well known for serving up delicious traditional and gourmet pizza and pasta in a relaxed family friendly and intimate atmosphere. Roma Pizza is also licenced with BYO available for dine-in guests. Roma also has the local area covered with a delivery service, servicing all homes, motels and caravan parks.

If you are after quality pizza and pasta look no further than Roma Pizza.

191 Hare Street, Echuca | 5482 1546 | www.romapizza.com.au

THE PORT ICE CREAMERY Over 40 flavours flavours • Ice Cream • Gelato/Sorbet • 6 x Scoop Takeaway Packs • Ice Cream Cakes • Milkshakes/Thickshakes • Slushies • Gluten, Vegan, Soy & Dairy-Free Options • Ice Cream Trailer Hire Spring and Summer and10 nights Summer hours: 10 amHours: – 9 pm Open Sun todays Thurs, am – 10 pm Fri & Sat School holidays: 10 am –|105480 pm 71152 days.

3/616 High St, Echuca 3/616 High 5480 1152 Find us on St, Echuca for our|current trading hours

TOP OF THE TOWN We have an amazing selection of fresh fish, seafood and salad available.

Top of the Town offer a large variety of packs for lunch or dinner.

Check out our ad on page 2 in this magazine to see all the different packs available to suit all budgets.

Locals and visitors will find there’s something to satisfy any hunger all day long.

We are located opposite the local swimming pool with free parking facilities.

Eat in or takeaway.

Cnr. High & Service St, Echuca Order now! (03) 5482 4600

THE STEAK HOUSE @ 1895 THE ROYAL The steakhouse is a unique dining experience, with an interactive hot rock presented to each customer who orders a steak.

Your steak will arrive seasoned and sealed, ready for you to cook to your liking on the hot rock. The whole experience is designed to be more intimate, creating a cozy feel, and offering a completely different menu to the pub — and, of course, keeping in line with the Texan steakhouse theme.

The steakhouse is open from Thursday to Saturday from 5 pm until late for dine-in only.

Bookings are encouraged.

To book, call 5480 7626.

AMERICAN HOTEL Recently renovated, our beautiful space showcases recycled timbers from the original Port of Echuca wharf, repurposed as bar tops, furniture, and ceiling beams. Our award-winning hotel’s rooftop offers unrivalled views of Echuca’s iconic red gum skyline, and food and wine options better than just any old country pub. Come and see for yourself...

239 - 249 Hare St, Echuca VIC TEL: (03) 5480 0969 https://americanhotelechuca.com.au/

SUNAGO A gathering of friends and food, this is what we represent.

A greek inspired menu of meat, seafood and other hearty dishes to please your appetite.

Options are available to share plates with your table, individually or opt for our banquet.

We pride ourselves on providing meals of fresh, high quality ingredients that are value for money & actually fill the plate.

Homemade selection of cakes and desserts available with a large, varied beverage list and custom roasted coffee.

505–507 High St, Echuca | (03) 5480 1900 | www.sunagoechuca.com.au

BORDER INN HOTEL MOTEL A family owned and operated pub nestled in the heart of Moama. Our award winning restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days a week. We offer full function and conference facilities, bar with a relaxed courtyard, live music, TAB, sports bar and a convenient drive-through bottle shop with an extensive range of products.

19–21 Meninya St, Moama | (03) 5480 9966 info@borderinn.com.au | www.borderinn.com.au

TEMPTATION LIVING AND LANDSCAPE It’s the perfect destination! Head to Temptation and surround yourself amongst the lush greenery and stylish home and lifestyle vibe and let the inspiration wash over you while enjoying barista made coffee and tempting desserts from the Café.

Open 7 Days.

6525 Northern Highway Rochester, Vic | Phone: (03) 5484 2209 www.temptation.net.au | info@temptation.net.au

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THE WHITE HOUSE Feel like a star in this new home, which is slickly appointed as well as offering every contemporary comfort and convenience. The pool and surrounding patio area is the perfect setting for sundowners. The fully appointed kitchen overlooks the open living areas. This is one getaway where you simply need to turn up and settle in.

Four bedrooms (each with its own ensuite), which sleeps up to 10. Families will be right at home here – there’s even a Wii in the bedroom with two single beds – the property also offers the ideal scene for groups of friends.

5 Heygarth St, Echuca | (03) 5482 5445 echucagetaways.com/whiteechuca

DISCOVERY PARKS – ECHUCA The mighty Murray River is right on your doorstep at Discovery Parks – Echuca. The enclosed pool, waterpark and playground will keep the kids entertained. Whether you choose a cabin, caravan or if camping is more your style, you’ll be relaxing in no time in our resort-style accommodation.

Visit our website to check out our latest offers for spring.

75 River Avenue, Echuca Village, VIC 3564 | (03) 5482 1533 Discoveryholidayparks.com.au | echuca@discoveryparks.com.au

MOAMA ON MURRAY RESORT Resort Accommodation – Your choice of one-, two- and three-bedroom fully self-contained villas each with a unique view of the magnificent 82 acres of natural bushland surrounded by the Murray River.

Houseboat Accommodation – Two Luxury 10–berth houseboats, a five– berth camperboat, three 2–berth houseboats and two pontoon BBQ boats.

Talo Retreat – A ‘glamping’ nature experience on the Murray. Camping in style without compromising on comfort.

69 Dungula Way, Moama | (03) 5480 3031 info@moamaonmurray.com.au | www.moamaonmurray.com.au

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RICH RIVER GOLF CLUB • • • • • • •

63-room motel complex Standard or deluxe Manicured lush gardens Outdoor pool and spa Multiple BBQ areas Full Clubhouse facilities open for breakfast, lunch and dinner Free Courtesy Bus available within Echuca-Moama

Twenty Four Lane, Moama | (03) 5481 3333 rrgc@richriver.com.au | www.richriver.com.au

MOAMA MOTEL Situated immediately across Blair Street from the Border Inn Hotel and next door to the Moama Bowling Club, our motel is close to tourist attractions and local eateries. We are a family friendly motel offering 24 rooms of various configurations that are expertly cleaned and comfortable. All rooms provide Free Wi-Fi. We also offer affordable pub style accommodation, ideal for group bookings such as golf, footy and cricket trips.

19–21 Meninya St, Moama | (03) 5480 9966 info@borderinn.com.au | www.borderinn.com.au

THE CALEDONIAN HOTEL Unwind after a day sightseeing Echuca’s wonderful attractions in one of Echuca’s best four-star motels with all your needs in one place.

• Modern, large rooms • Tea and coffee facilities • Off-street parking • Adjoining family rooms available • All suites have a queen and single • Disabled room available • Kitchenette • 42" TV in all rooms 110 Hare St, Echuca | (03) 5482 2100 reception@thecal.com.au | www.thecal.com.au

NIREBO MOTEL Nirebo is centrally located in the Port of Echuca area fronting the mighty Murray River, where you can stroll back in time through Australia’s largest inland port. There are many great bars and restaurants in the immediate vicinity.

• Single, double and twin rooms • Free high speed Wi-Fi • Swimming pool and BBQ facilities 251 Hare St, Echuca | (03) 5482 2033 www.nirebo.com.au

MOAMA WATERS • Jumping pillows • Playgrounds • Large swimming pools one with water park and slides • Double tennis courts • Flying fox

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Three camp kitchens Studio villas Two and three-bedroom villas 71 powered sites 78 ensuite sites Boat ramp

96 Old Barmah Rd, Moama | (03) 5480 7717 reception@moamawaters.com.au | www.moamawaters.com.au

Experience the ultimate in comfort and convenience…

Nirebo is centrally located in the Port of Echuca area fronting the mighty Murray River, where you can stroll back in time through Australia’s largest inland port. There are many great bars and restaurants in the immediate vicinity.

Centrally Located in the Port of Echuca Single, Double and Twin Rooms Swimming Pool and BBQ facilities Onsite Washing Machines and Dryers Reverse Cycle Air Conditioning in all Rooms Free High Speed WIFI Conference Facilities Available Tour Booking Service 251 Hare Street Echuca VIC 3564 Phone: +61 3 5482 2033 Email: info@nirebo.com.au Web: www.nirebo.com.au

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505–507 High St, Echuca (03) 5480 1900 www.sunagoechuca.com.au