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WELCOME

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Welcome to the Autumn issue of the North East Tourist News 2016 THERE are few better places to enjoy autumn than right here in the North East.

Whether it’s meandering along the leafy streets of beautiful Bright, or soaking up the mild and crisp autumn weather at a winery, café or even a leafy public park, this season is a great time to appreciate all that this region offers.

The autumn months are also a time when the region is showcased with a diverse selection of festivals, highlighting everything from music to food, wine, and produce.

Some of the dazzling array of local festivals include the Beechworth’s Golden Horseshoes festival, the Bright Autumn Festival, and Tastes of Rutherglen.

The region’s beautiful lakes, rivers, fabulous mountain walks and premier cycle rail trails also come into their own at this time of year.

It’s always a good idea to drop into your local visitor information centre for helpful advice on upcoming events and other opportunities to maximise your stay.

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The North East is as inviting as ever during autumn, with the mild days, cool evenings and golden foliage creating an ideal atmosphere to enjoy the region’s wineries.

From the King Valley to the Rutherglen and Glenrowan wine regions, and everywhere in between, the wineries, cellar doors and food offerings are hard to resist.

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TASTES OF RUTHERGLEN AT PFEIFFER WINES Pfeiffer Wines, 167 Distillery Rd., Wahgunyah 02 6033 2805

WINTON MOTOR RACEWAY SPRINTS ROUND 2 Winton

NAGAMBIE SPEEDWAY CRASH 'N' BASH MEETING Speedway, Nagambie Road, Nagambie 0447 776 942

14-MAR-16 CHILTERN PRO RODEO Racecourse, Racecourse Rd., Chiltern 03 5726 1509

18-MAR-16 UPPER MURRAY FARMERS MARKET Attree Centre, Hanson St., Corryong 02 6076 0536

19-MAR-16 ALL GM SHOW & SHINE DAY Apex Park, Clements St., Wangaratta 0419 387 376

19-MAR-16 to 20-MAR-16 BUSHRODDERS ROD & CUSTOM CLUB ANNUAL SHOW & SHINE Recreational Reserve, Snodgrass St., Yea 0402 232 147

18-MAR-16 to 20-MAR-16 YACKANDANDAH FOLK FESTIVAL Yackandandah CBD 02 6027 1988

HERITAGE FESTIVAL: CHILTERN CANCER CRUISE 9am - 2pm Lake Anderson, Alliance Street, Chiltern (03)5726 1611 www.chilternvic.com

15-APR-16 to 17-APR-16 GREAT ALPINE PICK Various locations in Harrietville

16-APR-16 to 17-APR-16 ALBURY WODONGA ANTIQUE FAIR Mirambeena Community Centre, Lavington 0418 446 534

22-APR-16 to 1-MAY-16 BRIGHT AUTUMN FESTIVAL Bright & surrounds www.brightautumnfestival.org.au

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EASTER FAMILY FESTIVAL BROWN BROS Milawa www.brownbrothers.com.au/events CAMPBELLS EASTER PICNIC CAMPBELLS WINERY Murray Valley Highway, Rutherglen 0260 336 000

31-MAR-16 HARRIETVILLE BUSH MARKET & DUCK RACE Tavare Park, Great Alpine Road, Harrietville 03 5759 2699

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21-MAY-16 to 22-MAY-16 MOAMA ANTIQUE & COLLECTABLES FAIR NSW Moama Sue 0418 508 Gary 0402 042 746

27-MAY-16 BENALLA & DISTRICT CLASSIC CAR & MOTORBIKE TOUR Benalla Art Gallery, Bridge St., Benalla 0417 306 332

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GOLDEN HORSESHOE FESTIVAL Beechworth DINNER PLAIN GEEBUNG POLO Cobungra Station, Great Alpine Road, Cobungra www.geebungpolo.com.au

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WANDILIGONG NUT FESTIVAL Alpine Park, Wandiligong 03 5750 1440 MY BEAUTY MUSIC FESTIVAL Mt Beauty (03) 5754 4008

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1-MAY-16 MT. BEAUTY SPEEDWAY Tawonga Raceway, Tawonga 0459 652 579

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HOT HOUSE THEATRE THE MAN FROM SNOWY RIVER BUSH (THEY SAW A THYLACINE) FESTIVAL Lincoln Causeway, Gateway Island, Wodonga Recreation Reserve, Hanson Street, Corryong www.hothousetheatre.com.au 0260 761 992 COMMUNITY EVENTS APRIL 2016

2-APR-16 PFEIFFER WINES AUTUMN FARMERS MARKET 9am - 3pm Pfeiffer Wines, 167 Distillery Rd., Wahgunyah 02 6033 2805

3-APR-16 SENIORS WEEK - GRANDPARENTS DAY Albury Botanic Gardens 02 6023811 bh 1300 133 391 ah

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HIGH COUNTRY HARVEST NORTH EAST Full program of events available on line March 1. High Country Harvest

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14-MAY-16 AUTUMN LONG LUNCH Boynton's Feathertop Winery, 6619 Great Alpine Rd., Porepunkah 03 5756 23356

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AROUND THE REGION

Heritage spotlight on Chiltern IN April 2016 Chiltern Tourism & Development is partnering with the National Trust of Australia (Victoria) to help launch the Trusts’ Heritage Festival 2016.

The Heritage Festival is part of the NTAV 60th anniversary celebrations in 2016.

The 60th anniversary presents opportunities to particularly celebrate and exploit connections, anniversaries and vintages from the 1950s.

In 2016 the theme for the Heritage Festival will be discoveries and rediscoveries.

The event will be co-presented and co-branded NTAV and Chiltern Tourism and Development Inc Heritage Festival (Discoveries & Rediscoveries) and held on Saturday, April 16.

The event will be based in Chiltern with as many local heritage properties and history groups involved as possible.

This will include the promotion of the historic town of Chiltern and the three National Trust owned properties located in the town.

Chiltern Tourism & Development is inviting all service clubs, sporting bodies, essential services and individuals to organise their own “back to” celebration on this weekend under the brand – Come Home to Chiltern.

If you are planning a family re-union Chiltern Tourism & Development may be able to assist there too.

But organisers need as many people as possible to ‘come home to Chiltern’ on that weekend.

Find out more by telephoning the Visitor Information Centre on (03) 57261611.

NEW BEGINNINGS: The newly relocated Tallangatta, as seen from the air in the late 1950s.

The town that moved is moving ahead

PLENTY of Aussies have made sacrifices to make our nation great - but few have given up their entire town in the name of progress.

That’s what Tallangatta in North East Victoria did almost 60 years ago, and now the Town That Moved is looking to the future to make the “new” town even more appealing for locals and visitors alike.

By 1956, Old Tallangatta relocated as Lake Hume expanded to support downstream irrigation.

Some of the old houses were moved on flatbed trucks to the new town site 9km away, but the shopping precinct and many public facilities were built anew.

Tallangatta is a model 1950s town nestled in a lush valley with wide streets clustered around the new shopping strip and a large park.

It’s on the shores of Lake Hume, a mecca for boating, fishing and watersports, less than 30 minutes from Albury-Wodonga and close to the

snow, high country and food, wine and tourism attractions that make the North East great.

This year, on the 60th anniversary of Tallangatta’s relocation, Towong Shire mayor David Wortmann says there are ongoing projects, including the recently funded Destination Tallangatta, helping give the town a new lease on life.

The Destination Tallangatta project will refresh the main street and CBD, upgrade the lakefront and holiday park and connect the rail trail, the CBD and Tallangatta Lookout.

Funding for the $5.33 million project has come from local traders, project partners and the Federal Government’s National Stronger Regions Fund.

“Destination Tallangatta will create 100 full-time jobs during construction and 51 ongoing full-time jobs,” Cr Wortmann said.

“Tallangatta can then sit beside other tourist centres in our region like Bright,Beechworth and Rutherglen showcasing the North East as a great place to live and work.”

The project will be completed over the next four years, with planned works aimed at having minimal disruption for residents and visitors.

For more information on the many fun things to do in and around Tallangatta, see www.towong. vic.gov.au.

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Decadent delights await at Morris Wines ANYONE looking to sample truly sumptuous food, paired with equally tempting wine, is invited to drop in to Morris Wines during this year’s Tastes of Rutherglen event, taking place on March 12-13.

For this year’s event, Geoffrey Michael has created a truly decadent dessert to tempt those with a sweet tooth.

The dessert combines strawberry cremeux, salted caramel, strawberry and chardonnay jelly, honeycomb, milk chocolate shantilly and topaque gel to create a sweet taste sensation for the tastebuds.

The resulting creation is then paired with Morris Wines’ Cellar One Topaque.

Not only will visitors to the winery be able to sample these sweet treats, they are also set to be entertained by Mt Beauty based duo The Royce Twins.

Established in 1859, Morris Wines has housed five generations of family winemakers and its many varieties continually win praise from critics and wine buffs alike.

Morris Wines is located at 154

SWEET: Those with a yearning for mouthwatering desserts should make Morris Wines a stop during the Tastes of Rutherglen.

Mia Mia Road, Rutherglen and can be contacted on (02) 60267303.

More information is available at www.tastesofrutherglen.com.au or on www.morriswines.com.au.

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While this may seem like normal behaviour, our warm Australian climate is actually having a negative impact on the flavour of our favourite shiraz, pinot noir or cabernet sauvignon.

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This antiquated advice of drinking

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To find out more about the optimum temperature to enjoy your wine purchases, feel free to consult the cellar door staff while you are visiting wineries in the North East.

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Late August saw the passing of beloved winery patriarch Carlo Monichino, who established Monichino Wines at the Katunga Vineyard in 1962.

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His legacy will continue to live on, with his son Terry making wine in his own right, daughter Anna operating the winery and overseeing marketing and sales, and the winery now producing 27 varieties of wine bearing the Monichino name.

These varieties include Italian varieties, fortified wines, and much more to cater for every palate.

The Dookie Wine Show, held last September, saw the 2012 Monichino chardonnay win best in its class, the fourth time in a row the variety had achieved that feat.

The chardonnay is described as a full bodied, rich and enticing chardonnay, boasting lush American oak and vanilla aromas with burnt honey, melon and peach flavours on the palate.

Recent months also saw the opening of the new Café Tramontino at Cellar Door.

Boasting a modern European menu created from local ingredients, the café is run by executive chef Ryan Gibson, who has lived and worked in France and Europe, as well as in the Goulburn Valley.

The coming months see some enticing events being held at Monichino Wines.

A Farmgate to Plate degustation dinner will be held on Saturday, March 12, with the winery working in conjunction with Moira Shire and the Melbourne Food and Wine Festival to showcase a magnificent menu with matching premium Monichino Wines.

Bookings for the dinner can be made at www. melbournefoodandwine.com.au.

Monichino Wines cellar door, located at Berrys Road, Katunga, is open for tastings from 9am-

5pm Monday-Friday, and 10am-5pm SaturdaySunday.

Café Tramontino onsite is open from 11.30am3pm from Wednesday-Sunday.

To find out more about Monichino Wines and their upcoming events, contact the winery on (03) 58646452 or see their website at www. monichino.com.au.

MEMORIES: The legacy of winemaker Carlo Monichino is being celebrated by all those involved with Monichino Wines.

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Feds back Rutherglen Revitalisation Plan INDIGO Shire mayor, James Trenery, has announced that the $1.8 million Rutherglen Main Street Revitalisation Project has received Federal Government approval.

Cr Trenery said the funding of $900,000 granted through the Department of Infrastructure and Regional Developmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s National Stronger Regions Fund was a vote of conďŹ dence in the hard work of all who had committed to the plan and worked through the detail over many years. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The work that was done planning, promoting and lobbying for this project for Indigo Shire and Rutherglen has been excellent,â&#x20AC;? he said â&#x20AC;&#x153;But I really want to dedicate this success to the vision and determination of the late Councillor Don Chambers.â&#x20AC;?

Cr Trenery also said the support of the member for Indi, Cathy McGowan, federal election candidate Sophie Mirabella and Senator Bridget McKenzie was invaluable.

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Rutherglen’s wine and gourmet food festival SET over two fantastic days in March, Tastes of Rutherglen is the ultimate food and wine weekend as leading regional chefs and local winemakers partner in a superb progressive lunch in NE Victoria on March 12-13.

Festival-goers can indulge in perfectly matched food and wine combinations as each of the 17 participating Rutherglen wineries, where a signature dish by a regional chef or producer is perfectly matched to the best wines of Rutherglen.

Meet the renowned and friendly winemakers behind Rutherglen’s world-class wines and discover the passion of North East Victoria’s local producers as the region celebrates vintage under sunny autumn skies.

Music, food, wine, family-friendly activities and fun seamlessly blend at what has become one of regional Victoria’s best festivals.

Festival entry is just $20 - which provides a

CHEERS: Tastes of Rutherglen is a highlight on the local calendar.

festival wristband and tasting glass. Meal + wine tickets are available at $20 each (festival-goers may purchase as many as they like). Each ticket is redeemable at any of the 17 wineries to enjoy an incredible meal and matched wine.

Over both days, a range of events will take

place at wineries including inclusive wine dinners, masterclasses, dinners under the stars, live bands and much more.

There is fun for the whole family, with plenty of wineries offering children’s entertainment.

Transport is easy over the two days thanks to the TAC Winery Shuttle Bus which circles between all 17 wineries, and festival-goers can hop on and off as they like in this safe and hassle-free way to tour the wineries ($27 per day,bookings online).

Shuttle riders can also take advantage of the free wine check-in service, too.

There is also a regional shuttle option with pick-up and drop-off also available in Wagunyah, Corowa, Albury, Wodonga, Howlong, Mulwala, Bundalong, Chiltern, Wangaratta and Yarrawonga ($37 per day, bookings online).

A Designated Driver Reward Campaign, also sponsored by TAC, operates all weekend with information available at participating wineries or online.

For more information, a copy of the Tastes of Rutherglen program, or to purchase Tastes Festival tickets and Food/Wine match tickets call 1800 622 871.

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INVITING: The welcoming surrounds of Gapsted Wines

GAPSTED Wines is ready for a busy autumn, the production team are busily processing this vintageâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s harvest and preparing some more delicious wines, watch this spaceâ&#x20AC;Ś After a very busy summer with dinners at cellar door, sales and Shakespeare in the Vines, Gapsted are not slowing down and have some new and some old favourites coming up.

The dinners over summer were hugely popular and the setting at the winery at dinner time with the sun setting over the vines is truly spectacular.

So they are making the most of daylight savings and are open for dinners on the March long weekend

â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Friday and Saturday and Sunday night, bookings essential.

Over Easter Gapsted are open every day for lunch and open for dinner on Friday, Saturday and Sunday night, bookings essential, live music throughout the weekend.

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It is available for lunch between May 18â&#x20AC;&#x201C;22, with dinner available on Saturday, May 21.

Gapsted Wines are very proud to also be hosting the Harvest Dinner in conjunction with Chestnuts Australia and featuring chef Stefano Manfredi, this event has a huge following and will sell out, book now.

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Antiques and Collectables Fair a great drawcard THE Albury-Wodonga Antiques and Collectables Fair is returning again in 2016 with a host of new professional dealers as well as your old favourites.

Organised by antiques dealer Mick Dalton, in conjunction with the Albury-Wodonga Antiques Fair Committee and The Zonta Club of Albury-Wodonga, this event has become a great drawcard for collectors both serious and novice alike.

April 16-17 will see the Mirambeena Community Centre at Lavington transformed into an impressive showcase of antiques when dealers from all around the country combine for the fair.

Traditionally the aim of a fair is to cater for all tastes and incomes, from the smallest thimble to a grand Victorian chest.

Prices are competitive and the range of items for sale is enormous, enabling customers to view many different dealers all together under one roof, instead of travelling to 20 different establishments.

Georgian and Victorian jewellery, English and

European porcelain, silver, glass, linen, lamps, collectables and furniture, both rustic and traditional will be displayed with great care and pride, the dealers themselves endeavouring to supply as much information as possible to help the collector.

The Albury-Wodonga Antiques Fair is also a fundraiser for Antiques Fair Committee and The Zonta Club of Albury-Wodonga who will be providing delicious light lunches as well as morning and afternoon teas throughout the weekend of the fair.

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Victoria has approximately 49,000km of roads and vehicle tracks through state forest and national parks which are available for use by licensed riders on registered bikes. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If you are riding in our forests and parks over summer please be extra careful and reduce your speed on narrow tracks, at blind corners and around camping areas,â&#x20AC;? Mr Pitt said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Wear full coverage protective clothing and motorcycle boots, a helmet, goggles, gloves, body armour, and knee guards. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Make sure you keep hydrated and ride with someone else in case of an emergency.â&#x20AC;?

Riding a motorcycle off formed roads, damaging public land, unlicensed riding and using unregistered mini-bikes on public land are all serious offences with ďŹ nes potentially exceeding $1000.

Further information about trail bike riding in state forest and other areas of public land can be found on www.delwp.vic.gov.au.

Report environmental crime to DELWP on 136 186 or Crimestoppers on 1800 333 000.

Information about motorbike riders riding unregistered or unlicensed motorbikes or causing a public safety risk should be referred to Victoria Police.

Refreshments available all weekend supplied by Albury - Wodonga Antiques Fair Committee and the Zonta Club of Albury - Wodonga.

NSW, Vic and SA dealers oďŹ&#x20AC;ering a wide selection of furniture, jewellery, silver, porcelain, linen, lamps, books and many other interesting collectables.

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The Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planningâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s (DELWP) trail bike project manager Roger Pitt said: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Trail bike riding is increasingly popular in the Hume Region, but riders must remember that in forests and parks motorcycles can only be used on formed roads and vehicle tracks. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Rail trails and walking tracks are not designed for motorbikes as their surface and drainage can be easily damaged and motorbike riders are a hazard to others using the trails,â&#x20AC;?

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Take a trip back in time at Bonegilla FROM fungi to beer, and roasts to sausages, the Bonegilla Migrant Experience has something for everyone this autumn.

Beer brewing and sausage making workshops will be held on Sunday, March 20 to coincide with the North East Food and Wine Festival.

The Art of Beer Brewing will be led by the brewers of Cheeky Peak, or you can learn from the masters in the Art of Sausage Making and Meat Smoking workshops.

For something a little different, a fungi workshop on Saturday, May 14 will explore the edible, medical and mythological characteristics of fungi.

Following lunch, join the hunt for local fungi species.

HISTORIC: Peruse the fascinating history at the Bonegilla Migrant Experience this autumn.

Sunday roasts return to Bonegilla just in time for Mother’s Day on Sunday, May 8.

The event celebrates a traditional Australian meal and discusses what migrants staying at the centre thought of the menu.

Other Sunday roast events will be held on July 24 and September 4.

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Easter Holiday Program Activity stations will keep the children busy and happy. Bring a picnic, play an outdoor game and enjoy the peaceful surrounds of the Bonegilla site.

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Saturday, March 26 to Sunday, April 24 11am

Celebrate the traditional roast and learn about the migrants’ first thoughts of an Australian menu.

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Sunday, May 8, July 24 and September 4

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320,000 people who passed through its doors.

The works include a new welcome centre and restoration of the Recreation Hut, including new exhibition and interpretive content.

Further information including full details of upcoming events can be found online at bonegilla.org.au.

Fungi workshop Loved by some, scorned by others, the world of Fungi is curious and diverse. This workshop mixes practical and scientific knowledge as you learn about the characteristics of fungi. Following lunch join the hunt as we search for our local fungi species.

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Anyone who hasn’t visited the Bonegilla Migrant Experience in recent months will also find significant improvements to the heritage-listed site.

The former migrant training and reception centre has undergone a $760,000 redevelopment to better tell the story of the more than

Bookings essential Address: 82 Bonegilla Rd, Bonegilla Website: bonegilla.org.au BonegillaMigrantExperience

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Linger at So Simple Café

DELICIOUS: Bettina from So Simple Cafe shows off the Cafe’s Eggs Benedict.

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WHEN you are on holiday and enjoying time out from your everyday routine, one of the greatest pleasures you can experience is lingering over tempting food at your favourite little cafe.

Enjoying a late breakfast is especially enjoyable, no matter what the time of day, and Bettina and the team at Beechworth’s So Simple Café encourage visitors and locals alike to come in and enjoy their all day breakfast range.

Their breakfast menu is extensive, with everything made in-house, from the simplest sourdough toast to Eggs Benedict or a full, traditional café breakfast.

All items are made to order, just the way you like them, to ensure you have the best possible café dining experience.

Those with coeliac disease or other gluten intolerances can enjoy a number of gluten free options, including cakes, bread and other lunch items.

So Simple Café is open between 6.30am-4pm, seven days a week.

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Celebration of high country brewers BRIDGE Road Brewers are excited to announce the 2nd annual High Country Hops Festival, a celebration of Victoria’s high country brewers and the 2016 hop harvest.

Now in its second year this young high country event brings together like minded craft brewers and the local growers of that all important brewing ingredient, hops.

This family friendly festival is a celebration of hops, but also features local food producers, musicians, performers, children’s activities and even a chance to try your hand at some archery.

The festival will be bringing together the four brewers of the high country brewery trail – Black Dog Brewery, Bridge Road Brewers, Bright Brewery and Sweetwater Brewing Company - as well as Rutherglen Brewery who will be offering beer away from their home.

The high country brewers all share strong links with each other and with our local hop growers.

Peter Hull from Sweetwater Brewing in Mount Beauty said last year’s event was “one of the highlights of 2015 for our brewery…a fun day in the grounds of Bridge Road Brewers which showcased the breweries and beers of the high country brewery trail, celebrated the great hops grown in our region and truly captured the spirit of the trail”.

James Booth of Black Dog Brewery in Taminick says the event is “a great day out for the high country breweries involved and

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punters alike, fantastic atmosphere and good vibes to celebrate our high country brewery trail and the awesome hops that are grown in our neck of the woods.”

Hop Products Australia will again support the event, offering a hop knowledge stand at the event explaining what hops are, and how they are grown and processed.

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Ice Cream will again be featured local producers providing some great local products to compliment the beer and the festivities.

Entertainment for all will be provided by up and coming local Beechworth artist Liv Cartledge, (livcartledge.com.au) and the little ones will be entertained by Trixie the clown and unlimited time on the brewery’s own jumping castle.

PHOTO: The Crafty Pint.

The Gertrude Hotel will again be organising a bus from “the Big Smoke” to join in the action and enquiries can be made on (03) 94192823.

Bridge Road Brewers will also be hosting many of its customers and supporters, including some of their international customers, for this event.

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Beechworth Golden Horseshoes Festival is gearing up for 2016 BEECHWORTHâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S huge annual Easter celebration, the Golden Horseshoes Festival, is set to be bigger than ever in 2016.

The event is being held from Good Friday on March 25 until Easter Monday on March 28.

The festival committee is already planning a fresh line up of local acts and activities for the festival.

Chair Ian McVea is looking forward to the event and encourages those within the community who wish to become involved in this major event to register their interest through the Beechworth Newsagency. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have a great variety of activities planned for this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s festival with car displays, live music, childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s activities, Easter egg hunt

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and the main event being the Grand Parade on Saturday,â&#x20AC;? Ian said.

Entries for the Grand Parade have started to come in with the theme for this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s parade being Music and Fun. The ďŹ&#x201A;oats are a highlight to the day with the reenactment of political aspirant Daniel Cameronâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

march through town on a horse shod with gold leading the procession.

Festival information, application forms for sponsorship, stall holders, entrants in the Grand Parade, busking and volunteering are all available on the festival website, www.beechworthgoldenhorseshoes.com.au.

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Tourism promotion through your photos A picture is worth a thousand words, as the saying generally goes.

Indigo Shire Council’s tourism department is now applying this saying to its promotional work with the introduction of social media application Instagram.

Instagram allows people to post their own photos for people to see and share.

Tourism manager Clayton Neil said the department had established #beechworth which would collect photos and images relevant to Indigo Shire.

“Sometimes a great photo can have a much stronger impact on someone when they are looking for somewhere to visit for a weekend away and longer holiday,” Mr Neil said.

“We recently met with a group of local prolific ‘Instagrammers’ to discuss their inspirations and how they use their images.

“From this has grown a community that we hope will continue to grow to showcase all that is unique and engaging in Indigo Shire.

“Photos of food and wine, quirky retail outlets, history, cycling, natural landscapes, trails and community events - all very welcome additions to #beechworth.

“So if you are out and about with your camera and capture a special photo of Indigo Shire, please use

SOCIAL MEDIA: Share your local experiences by attaching the hashtag #beechworth to your photos.

#beechworth so we can share it with the world.”

People can add #beechworth or #exploreindigo to their Instagram posts or post directly to Explore Indigo on facebook.

“As we launch the new town-based tourism websites we will also be launching new hashtags for each town, such as #rutherglen, which is now providing us with great local content,” Mr Neil said.

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Diverse mix of performers in Yackandandah IT’S that time of year again to get out those dancing shoes, pack up the family and make your way to beautiful Yackandandah in North East Victoria for the 19th Annual Yackandandah Folk Festival to be held from Friday, March 18 through to Sunday, March 20.

A host of international acts are scheduled to perform throughout the weekend, supplemented by a strong contingent of local and national artists.

With such a diverse mix of performers on hand, there is sure to be something which will appeal to even the most discerning music fans throughout the weekend.

The festival kicks off on the Friday evening with a community parade in the main street, followed by a street concert in aid of local CFA volunteers, who did such a wonderful job of keeping people safe from harm during the recent bushfires which threatened the town.

COMMUNITY FLAVOUR: Local performer Pete Denahy will be at this year’s Yackandandah Folk Festival.

As usual, the unique and very popular Earth Hour Concert on Saturday night will feature music played without using microphones or power of any kind save for lighting provided by solar-charged batteries.

Of special significance this year is that the entire festival will be 100 per cent carbon neutral due to the huge

investment in large solar systems on commercial buildings throughout the town.

Yack Station, the new arts hub, will feature free workshops and activities aimed specifically at kids during the festival and these are hosted by an artist in residence.

Camping facilities have been

increased in size this year with two separate areas now available both within easy walking distance of all festival venues What are you waiting for?

For information regarding ticketing, camping and all other enquiries, please visit the festival website at www.yackfolkfestival.com.

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Enjoy the best of alpine life WHEN Brightâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s streets come alive with the golden tones of autumn, that is when the picturesque alpine town really comes into its own.

And you can enjoy the best Bright has to offer during the Bright Autumn Festival, taking place from April 22 until May 1.

The event sees a host of events happening throughout Bright and district, including open gardens, farm tours, guided tours of Bright and Wandiligong, the excitement of the Wandi Nut Festival, and much more.

The highlight of the festival is the Gala Day, featuring a market, musical entertainment and a parade, with this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s parade theme being Alpine Life.

More information on the festival, including guides to the open gardens, a downloadable program and much more, is available online at www.brightautumnfestival.org.au.

POPULAR EVENT: The Gala Day that is part of the Bright Autumn Festival sees many members of the community contribute every year, particularly during the parade. Pictured during the 2015 festivities are Wandiligong Primary School students who paid tribute to Anzac doctors and nurses.

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Just 10km down the Great Alpine Road from Hotham, Dinner Plain is a unique alpine village of over 300 iconic mountain homes.

The village has a lifted beginner ski run complete with snowmaking and lighting for night skiing. There’s a toboggan run, loads of cross country ski trails, plus ski shops, restaurants, cafés and a legendary mountain pub… all built amongst the snowgums.

Unwind at the Spa >

For a bit of fun try our Snowtube Park or to relax, experience the Dinner Plain Onsen Retreat + Spa complete with 40°c outdoor hot pool. There is no resort entry permit required at Dinner Plain, making it even cheaper for you and the crew to stay and go skiing.

For accommodation, snow cams, resort information and more, go to… visitdinnerplain.com * The One Day Family Pass includes 2 adults and 2 children and is for the Dinner Plain lift only but does not include the initial cost of a $5 reloadable Snow Pass Card per person. Children are 6 - 14 years. Children 5 years and under ski for FREE when accompanied by a paying adult, but require a $5 Snow Pass per child. Prices subject to change without notice. Conditions Apply. Email mhsc@hotham.com.au for more details.

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Spotlight on Australian art

A HIGHLIGHT on the Bright Art Gallery calendar every year, the gallery’s annual Autumn Exhibition showcases a range of works from some of Australia’s best artists.

This year, the exhibition is being held between March 24 and May 4, from 10am-4pm daily.

Now in its 54th year, the exhibition is one of Australia’s oldest and best known public art events.

The event is set to feature up to 1000 paintings and drawings from some of the country’s best known artists – such as Kasey Sealey, Ross Paterson, Warrick Fuller, Colina Grant and Vida Pearson, to mention just a few.

Convenor Steve McCall, the president of the Bright Art Gallery, said the exhibition features high quality work to suit all tastes and budgets, plus jewellery, woodwork and other affordable gift items.

Artworks in the exhibition will be judged by accomplished print artist Alicia Marshall of “Winding Road Design Studio”, Bright.

For details call the gallery on (03) 57501660 or Mr McCall on (03) 57501074.

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ALEXANDRA VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE 36 Grant Street p. 1800 652 298 (03) 5772 1100 f. (03) 5772 1100 e. alexvic@virtual.net.au w. www.alexandratourism.com

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BEECHWORTH VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE 103, Ford Street, p.1300 366 321 (03) 5728 8065 f. (03) 5728 3083 e. visit_beechworth@indigoshire.vic.gov.au w. www.beechworthonline.com.au

COBRAM BAROOGA TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRE 2 Station Street p. 1800 607 607 f. (03) 5871 1727 e. cbtaccommodation@westnet.com.au w. www.cobrambarooga.org.au COROWA COROWA VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE 100 Edward Street, Ball Park, Corowa NSW 2646 p. 1800 814 054 (02) 6033 3221 e. tourismcorowa@dragnet.com.au w. www.visitcorowashire.com.au CORRYONG VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE 50 Hanson Street p. (02) 6076 2277 f. (02) 6076 2152 e. vic@towong.vic.gov.au w. pureuppermurrayvalleys.com

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BENALLA VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE 14 Mair Street p. (03) 5762 1749 f. (03) 5762 1749 e. visitor.info@benalla.vic.gov.au BRIGHT ALPINE VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE 119 Gavan Street p. (03) 5755 0584 800 111 885 f. (03) 5750 1286 e. alpinevic@alpineshire.vic.gov.au w. www.greatalpinevalleys.com.au

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GREATER SHEPPARTON VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE 33 Nixon Street, Shepparton p. 1800 808 839 (03) 5831 4400 f. (03) 5822 2311 e. info@discovershepparton.com.au w. www.discovershepparton.com.au

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MOUNT BEAUTY VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE 31 Bogong High Plains Road, Mt Beauty p. (03) 5755 0596 1800 111 885 f. (03) 5754 1767 e. mtbeautyvic@alpineshire.vic.gov.au w. www.greatalpinevalleys.com.au

OMEO VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE 179 Day Ave p. (03) 5159 1455 e. secretary@omeoregion.com.au w. www.omeoregion.com.au

RUTHERGLEN WINE EXPERIENCE & VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE 57 Main Street p. 1800 622 871 (02) 6033 6300 e. info@rutherglenvic.com w. www.rutherglenvic.com STRATHBOGIE SHIRE VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE Wahring Restaurant, Cnr Goulburn Valley H'way and Moss Road Wahring (10km north Nagambie) p. (03) 5794 7263 Free 1800 444 647 e. nagambielakesandstrathbogieranges VIC@fastmail.com.au Online bookings: www.nagambielakesandstrathbogieranges.com.au WANGARATTA VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE 0XUSK\ 6WUHHW p. 1800 801 065 e. tourism@wangaratta.vic.gov.au w. www.visitwangaratta.com.au

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BRIGHT & DISTRICT

Book early for big chill

FAMILY FUN: Now is a good time to get your booking in at Dinner Plain for this year’s snow season.

skis and glide in between the snow gums, take a snow shoe tour, make friends with locals and take a sled dog tour or take a lesson on the beginner ski slope.

At the end of your day soak up a

At High Country Motor Inn we have 32 spacious and well-appointed units to suit your needs. From family rooms, through to the honeymoon suite: we have the accommodation to make your stay in Bright simply delightful.

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treatment at the Onsen Day Spa, sip on apres drinks, enjoy pub or fine dining fare at one of the many venues and complete your days with a cuddle with family in front of the fire back at your chalet.

With no gate entry fee and Australia’s Cheapest Family Lift Pass, Dinner Plain is affordable for the first time snow visitor.

Go to visitdinnerplain.com.au for more.

Lots of events on THERE are plenty of events to take in while visiting Bright and district this autumn.

March 10-14 sees the 56th Myrtleford Festival, showcasing the region’s agricultural prosperity and diversity.

Easter Sunday sees the Geebung Polo Match, held at Dinner Plain, including the titular match as well as

many family activities.

Enjoy a vast array of music at the Mount Beauty Music Festival, being held April 29-May 1.

Meanwhile in May, Myrtleford celebrates its Italian heritage with La Fiera, to be held between May 17-22.

For information on any of these events, contact your nearest visitor information centre.

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Berries, Stone Fruit, Dried Fruit, Nuts, Juices and many more products available when in season.

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DINNER Plain is the perfect destination for a family winter escape and first timer snow experience.

Located just 1 hour from Bright and 45mins from Omeo on the Great Alpine Road, Dinner Plain has plenty to offer the day tripper or overnight visitors.

The unique alpine village is home to over 400 ski chalets, able to accommodate couples through to large groups of up to 20 people.

Pubs, cafes and fine dining are all within walking distance in the village and a bus service is available to transport the experienced skier to Hotham – just 15km away.

Never been to the snow before and want to know what is on offer?

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BONNIE DOON/BUXTON

Fishing fun in picturesque parkland WITH milder weather and crisper mornings, autumn is an ideal time to do a spot of fishing, or just enjoy relaxing in the shade, at Buxton Trout and Salmon Farm.

Established in 1958, the farm was Australia’s first trout farm, and has grown and evolved over the years to become the self sufficient farm it is today on five acres of picturesque parkland.

There are a variety of different

ponds including large trout (500g -4kg), medium trout (300-500gm), Atlantic salmon (2kg-5kg) and a challenge lake (lightly stocked).

Buxton Trout and Salmon Farm is open seven days a week from 9am-5pm (excluding Christmas Day) and is located at 2118 Maroondah Highway, Buxton.

Call (03) 57747370, see the website at www.buxtontrout.com.au or join their social media communities.

GO FISH: Drop in a line at Buxton Trout and Salmon Farm.

I take thee - to Laura Lodge IF you have ever driven through Bonnie Doon, chances are you have probably noticed Laura Lodge.

With lush green hedges, a quaint dam with its summer house and picture perfect white fences, it’s hard to miss.

What many don’t realise, however, is that the property is actually known

as Laura Lodge Rest and Recreational Retreat, and is now open to the public for accommodation and functions.

Chris and Christina Keilty have worked hard to create a 25 acre oasis just off Maroondah Highway.

After more than a decade of work, the Keiltys decided to name it after their daughter, Laura, who christened

the function side of the business by having her wedding on-site.

With two dams, three lodges, a boat house and a Leprechaun Lodge for the kids to explore, Laura Lodge is the place to relax with family and friends.

Sleeping up to 15 guests across three private lodges, the property is not only ideal for family groups, it

offers the best of both worlds for those wanting to get away – proximity to town and privacy.

There is also a large games room, full kitchen and bar, laundry, outdoor gym and, most importantly, spectacular views of Lake Eildon.

For more information call 57787770 or email Laura@lauralodge.com.au.

For all enquires & bookings, phone (03) 5778 7770 or contact Laura directly on 0431 370 614 or by email at laura@lauralodge.com.au.

For a 5% discount on all accommodation, simply quote the promo code ‘LODGE’ or book online at www.lauralodge.com.au & enter ‘LODGE’ into the promo code field.

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Our large range of meals and strawberry desserts including devonshire tea, big strawberry burgers, strawberry filled pancakes and home made ice creams. Our family style Cafe caters for groups large or small.

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The selection of fruit wines and fortified, especially our iconic “Strawberry Crème” made here on the premises. There is something to suit all tastes and budgets.

On the outside children’s playground or inside in our kids room and take your photo with Australia’s biggest strawberry.

Our large range of jams, condiments and souvenirs including the three items for $10 section. We also stock the region’s best local produce.

Strawberries straight from the patch to take home and enjoy. Strawberry season is Oct – Jan and April - July (conditions permitting).

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“The new guide also includes information about new plastic fishing licences that were introduced on November 1, 2015.

Recreational Fishing Guides are available free of charge from most good tackle shops, offices of the Department of Economic Development, Jobs, Transport and Resources, or by ringing the Customer Service Centre on 136 186.

Alternatively, anglers can download the free ‘Vic Fishing’ app for smartphones, which has also been updated to reflect the changes in the new 2016 guide.

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Fisheries Victoria executive director, Travis Dowling, said the guide was an important reference booklet that included colour illustrations of commonly caught fish so anglers could identify their catch, and the size and bag limits that apply.

“The 2016 guide, which is funded by fishing licence fees, outlines the rules that currently apply and new ones introduced since the previous 2015 version,” Mr Dowling said.

Mr Dowling said the 2016 guide clarified the use of gaffs and electric

Race entry costs $10 prior to race day, or $15 on the day.

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ON Easter Saturday every year, the town of Corowa in Southern New South Wales comes alive as the centre of racing action, festival celebrations and family entertainment.

Forget the Melbourne Cup or Formula One, the hottest racing action in Australia happens in Corowa annually.

The McDonald’s Corowa 2016 Australian Billy Cart Championships is an event for all ages with competitors racing down the main street in their home-made or professionally created designs.

Thrills, spills, short pants and scraped knees are the order of the day; the stuff of childhood memories.

These days, however, expect the unexpected with designs limited only by the imagination.

This annual festival celebrates and showcases the spirit of the earliest form of racing - billy cart racing.

65 Sanger Street, Corowa.

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GLENROWAN

Ned Kelly Museum & Past and present Replica of the Kelly homestead Ned Kelly Museum is No. 1 for Glenrowan tourist attractions on TripAdvisor

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Glenrowan itself also has several dining options to suit travellers and locals alike.

Nearby natural attractions include the Warby Ovens National Park, the Winton Wetlands and more, offering many options for a picturesque picnic spot, bird watching and bushwalking, as well as vantage points and lookouts including Ryanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lookout, Mt Glenrowan and Salisbury Falls.

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EILDON & DISTRICT

Get away to Eildon THE spectacular landscapes and stunning views surrounding Holmesglen at Eildon are a perfect backdrop for any occasion.

Whether you are looking to organise a conference, wedding, family reunion or social club gathering this purpose built Business Event Venue has a space to suit.

Located on 660 acres, just two hours from Melbourne, they offer onsite accommodation for 120, a wide range of entertaining space both inside and out and a facility that truly reflects its natural surrounds.

They have just recently won Bronze at the RACV State Tourism Awards for Best New Tourism Business.

With three conference rooms and two smaller boardrooms, each with a full range of audio visual equipment and wireless internet throughout, Holmesglen at Eildon

TRANQUIL: The stunning views at Holmesglen at Eildon.

can accommodate up to 200 people theatre style or 140 guests for a seated function.

Facilities include a 20 metre swimming pool, tennis court and recreation room and there are numerous activities available such as archery, mountain biking, team challenges and low ropes.

Their experienced Outdoor Recreation Coordinator can tailor a program to meet your specific requirements.

Offering modern, beautifully

presented accommodation guests can choose from the Corporate King, Queen or Twin share room; all with ensuites or the Standard rooms which have up to four single beds and private facilities that are great for families.

The property’s original homestead has been fully renovated and extended and is a great alternative for small groups.

With eight bedrooms it can accommodate up to 17 guests, is fully self-contained with a large open living area, tv room, games room,

open fires, full length verandah, barbecue facilities, kitchen and a total of five bathrooms to share.

The experience of paddock to plate dining is exemplified at Holmesglen at Eildon as the Goulburn Valley provides an abundant food bowl and is rich with local producers.

If you are looking for a splendid country venue that can cater for all your needs, it is definitely worthwhile viewing their website www. holmesglen.edu.au/eildon or make a time to visit the property.

Holmesglen at Eildon a recent Bronze Winner at the RACV State Tourism Awards for Best New Tourism Business!

Our 660 acre property boasts a purpose built Business Event venue, catering for conferences, weddings and functions - a facility that truly reflects its’ natural surrounds. Located just 2 hours from Melbourne, we offer onsite accommodation for 120, 3 flexible function rooms, 2 small board rooms, and a wide range of entertaining spaces inside and out - with rolling hills and spectacular sunsets the views are a perfect backdrop for any occasion.

Our small team has extensive experience in management, hospitality and tourism, both within Australia and overseas and understands what it takes to create a truly successful event!

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Iconic hotel still going strong

history steeped into the building, the little pub in the bush is an iconic rest stop for visitors and locals alike.

With bush timber veranda posts, a beer garden that overlooks the Goulburn River and a dining room that oozes charm, the Kevington Hotel is a not to be missed spot in the Jamieson Valley.

Only 10 kilometres past the town of Jamieson on the Woods Point Road, and still on a sealed road, the hotel is run by Wayne and LynMaree Poole.

IF walls could talk, then undoubtedly the Kevington Hotel would have a lot to say.

With more than 150 years of

â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Kevington Hotel is living history,â&#x20AC;? Wayne says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the only example of a hotel built in the 1860s gold rush era that remains standing, so the ambience of the place speaks for itself.â&#x20AC;?

Catering for all types and groups, the hotel offers eight rooms and can accommodate up to 28 overnight guests.

There is also a large dining room, which boasts metropolitan quality meals. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have a great menu here, and

we are particularly proud of our lamb racks, chicken mascarpone and our gluten free salmon ďŹ llet.â&#x20AC;?

Popular with four wheel drive enthusiasts, trail bike riders, hunters and tourists, the Kevington Hotel is also one of the last resting stops before the famous township of Woods Point.

The Kevington Hotel is open seven days a week, early till late.

HISTORIC: The Kevington Hotel has plenty of charm.

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Perfect for a family getaway, a romantic weekend, a group function, conference or anything in between, the Alzburg offers accommodation at every budget point â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and all in the heart of MansďŹ eld.

An ideal base for exploring

the High Country, Mt Buller and beyond, the Alzburg is situated in lush grounds complete with off street parking, playground for the kids and heated pool.

There is also a full restaurant service, along with a bar and an atmosphere that you wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t ďŹ nd anywhere else.

The main building is one of the ďŹ nest in MansďŹ eld, harking back to the late 1880s when a cluster of

MansďŹ eldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Irish settlers purchased a two-acre block near the church, with the idea of attracting an order of religious Sisters.

It would remain in the hands of various churches for 100 years, ofďŹ cially purchased and re-named as the Alzburg in 1980.

With such a historical background, guests are able to absorb the ďŹ nery and architecture as found only in genuine Victorian buildings, while

enjoying the creature comforts of modern accommodation.

Also boasting one of MansďŹ eldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest and best-equipped ski and snowboard hire outlets and gift shops, complimented by experienced staff who will advise and ďŹ t, the Alzburg offers more than just what meets the eye.

To make a booking, or for more information, go to the website at www.alzburg.com.au.

An ideal base for exploring the High Country, Mt Buller and beyond, the Alzburg Resort is the perfect place for a family getaway, romantic weekend, ski holiday, group function or conference.

We offer a variety of accommodation from motel units, hotel spa rooms to two and three bedroom apartments and guest facilities that include a heated swimming pool (enclosed winter), indoor sauna and spa, two floodlit tennis courts, volleyball court, BBQ area, kids playground and games room.

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7DNH SDUW LQ DQQXDO 9LQWDJH &HOHEUDWLRQV THE MansďŹ eld Winemakers Group of the Upper Goulburn Wine Region in Victoriaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s High Country will again showcase high quality, distinctively ďŹ&#x201A;avoured, cool climate wines at the annual â&#x20AC;&#x153;Vintage Celebrations â&#x20AC;&#x201C; A Day on Highâ&#x20AC;? to be held in MansďŹ eld on Sunday, April 24 from 11am to 5pm.

Come along and celebrate with your local winegrowers and its partners of restaurants, bespoke chefs and small artisan food producers.

Purchase a tasting glass and sample wines on offer from boutique producers from the local region, which encompasses vineyards from MansďŹ eld and Murrindindi shires.

Their talented chefs will also have some fabulous plated food on offer to please the fussiest of palates.

Among the wineries offering tastings are Barwite, Delatite, Ros Ritchie, Sedona, Buxton Ridge, St Winifreds, Nillahcootie Estate, Philip Lobley and more.

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Retreat to the lake side at Willowlake

By RHYLL McCORMACK LIKE an oasis rising out of the desert, Willowlake is an accommodation and function centre set among lush gardens at Macs Cove.

Purchased by Anne-Maree Boltong and her family back in 2006, the gorgeous cottages and weatherboard retreat immediately stole her heart.

“We were looking for something to buy, a business, and I drove into the drive and said – I don’t care about anything else, I love it,” Mrs Bolton said.

Boasting a large restaurant with seating for up to 80, complete with cathedral ceilings, open fireplace and country charm, Willowlake also has a state of the art commercial kitchen and full bar facilities, along with an intimate dining room for smaller guest numbers.

Outside, set among the beautiful gardens and creeping wisteria vines, are four romantic cottages – each

boasting a charming wood fire, double spa bath, queen bed and futon couch, along with barbecue and basic kitchen facilities.

Each cottage has views that are unique, whether it be looking across the vast expanse of Lake Eildon, into the nearby state forest or peeping out of the windows to the lush garden.

“It’s a charming place to come and just relax,” Anne-Maree said.

“The atmosphere here is unique.”

Willowlake is able to host weddings, birthdays, end of year functions and everything in between.

They are also open for accommodation each night of the week, and are a genuine 4-Star rated property.

For more information you can go to their website at www.willowlake. com.au, or give Anne-Maree a call on 57773814.

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MERRIJIG

Visit The ‘Jig’ for a hotel that has something for everyone ICONIC: The Hunt Club Hotel is known for its quality meals and country hospitality.

not only a great place to enjoy the night out, it’s also a great option for families.

Determined to make everyone feel at home, The Jig has kids’ video games, a TV and a toy corner complete with games and books - so mum and dad can relax and enjoy the meal while the kids entertain themselves.

There are always things happening at the Hunt Club, from live music to Jack the Joker night - every

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Thursday, and trivia is on every second Tuesday.

Meals are served most nights from 6pm, with lunches available Friday to Sunday 12noon–2pm.

So whether you are looking for a delicious meal for the whole family, or want to grab something on your way to exploring the High Country, drop into The Jig and experience country hospitality at its best.

For more information contact them direct on (03) 57775508.

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THERE are few establishments as iconic as the Hunt Club Hotel, better known as the Merrijig Pub or ‘The Jig’.

Located in the heart of Merrijig, on the Mt Buller Road, the pub was opened in 1873 and has been the locals’ watering-hole ever since.

In winter, the pub boasts a roaring open fire and meals that epitomise country hospitality lamb shanks, beef bourguignon and 500 gram rib eye steaks.

In the warmer months, there is ice cold beer, homemade pizzas and a chicken parma like you’ve never tasted before, made completely on site with genuine breast meat - rich and succulent.

With an extended outside deck and a quintessential country feel, the Hunt Club Hotel is

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Ride ‘em bronco at rodeo

By RHYLL McCORMACK

THE Merrijig Rodeo is the highlight of the High Country calendar Dust off your hats, shine up those boots and get that belt buckle ready – the Merrijig Rodeo is nearly here, and it is promising to be the best one yet.

The Merrijig Rodeo is part of the APRA tri-series championship that incorporates the Kyabram, Mansfield and Chiltern rodeos across the Labour Day long weekend, and it doesn’t matter if you choose to visit one or all three - a great time is guaranteed at each.

Running on Saturday night, March 12, the Merrijig Rodeo gates will open at 3pm with the main events kicking off at 6.30pm.

There is something for everyone, with kids activities, sideshow alley, licensed bar and food stalls, and that’s just on the side lines.

In the main arena there will be barrel races, steer wrestling, bareback bronc riders, clowns

BARRELS AND BRONCS: The Merrijig Rodeo is on again this Labour Day long weekend, and there is something for the whole family on offer, from bull rides to barrel races, carnival rides to calf roping.

and of course, the main event bull ride and locals steer ride.

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Camping at Easter throughout the North East EASTER is one of the prime times for camping throughout the North East, and there are several local campsites suitable for those who love the outdoors.

Pitch a tent, sleep under the stars, and experience the best of Victoriaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s outdoors, with this roundup of some of the top campsites.

In the Murray region, the temperate climate and spectacular wilderness areas provides idyllic bushland and riverbank camping along the Murray River, close to many regional centres.

Meanwhile, an hourâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s drive from Mansfield, Sheepyard Flat, in the old gold mining Howqua Hills Historic Area, is one of several flats along the Howqua River, with open, grassy campsites on either side of the Howqua Track.

There are several tranquil spots within a short drive of Wangaratta as well.

Along the Ovens River, there are the Ovens Billabongs, the River Road Reserve, Frosts and Pioneer Bridges.

If the panoramic views of the rugged Warby Range are what you are after, head to Wenhams camping ground.

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GET AWAY: The King Valley features a host of tranquil camping spots.

of the King Valley, is a popular holiday spot for local and visiting families alike.

This is just a small sample of the many popular camping spots in the North East.

For up to date information on local camping

spots, including driving directions, rules or any weather information which might impact your stay, contact the staff at your nearest visitor information centre, and be sure to obey signage and rules at your chosen camping ground.

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Treat yourself under country skies

FOOD lovers will gather under open skies at Village Bonfires across North East Victoria as part of High Country Harvest (May 13 – 22) this autumn.

At least five Village Bonfire locations will bring together the region’s vibrant food communities to celebrate harvest over fireside appetisers such as chestnut soup, mulled wine, freerange pulled pork rolls, fire-roasted lamb and new-season toffee apples.

Hungry travellers will also be able to choose from a program of 40 curated events over the festival’s 10 days, on sale from March 1.

The region’s village streets, mountains and valleys will come alive with colour, as local producers harvest the spoils of autumn, while chefs forage for mushrooms and other wild ingredients in nearby forests.

Village Bonfire locations include the Moyhu Hotel in the heart of the King Valley, the shores of Rocky Valley Lake at Falls Creek, by the mountains at dusk at Mansfield’s Delatite Winery, at the majestic Winton Wetlands, and nestled in the alpine foothills of the Kiewa Valley at Mount Beauty.

This year’s events range from an ultra-local “100 step” progressive feast in buzzy Bright, to a winemaker-led tour of the starry night sky over the Warby Range, to a campfire-side high tea among the snow gums beyond Falls Creek.

Join a leisurely bike or horseback ride weaving to High Country feasts

including the annual Rutherglen Tweed Ride, or warm the fingers as you learn crumpet making, fly fishing, lamb butchery or creative campfire cooking.

During the festival many of the region’s best restaurants and cafes will also showcase produce-driven Harvest Menus (think Milawa free-range chicken with Wooragee mushrooms at Rutherglen’s Tastes Restaurant, or Sexy soups at Mansfield Regional Produce Store) and sip-worthy Autumn Warmers (think Hot Buttered Pumpkin Rum at Beechworth’s Ox and Hound or Salted Caramel Single Origin Hot Chocolate at Bright Chocolate).

With crisp mornings and the scent of wood smoke dancing in the evening air, get swept away by the High Country’s stunning alpine scenery, historic streetscapes and abundant valleys.

Full program of events is on sale from March 1 and more information is available on www. highcountryharvest.com.au.

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Visitor expenditure increases THE latest National Visitor Survey results released by Tourism Research Australia in December 2015 show that domestic overnight visitor expenditure in Victoria was $11.9 billion in the year ending September 2015.

This represents a 5.9 per cent increase year-on-year, which was in line with the national average and ahead of New South Wales (+4.6

per cent) and Queensland (+2.7 per cent).

The increase in expenditure in Victoria was driven predominantly by domestic overnight visitor spend in Melbourne (+10.2 per cent to $6.9 billion) whereas overnight visitor expenditure in regional Victoria remained relatively flat (+0.5 per cent to $5.0 billion).

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Milawa and district a haven for food lovers IF you consider yourself a person who loves food, wine and the finer things in life, there are few places better to be than Milawa and district.

There is a diverse range of wineries and cellar doors dotted throughout the district, including friendly locales like Milawa, Oxley, Whorouly and Markwood, many of which offer

tempting food in addition to high quality wines.

Just moments away from bustling Wangaratta, the scenic region is also home to a range of specialty food stores and farm gates, where you can stock up on many items to add that extra pizzazz to your home cooking.

Products range from olives and olive products to mustard and condiments, fresh produce and much more.

You can also stop and take in the relaxing ambience, food and wine at many of the region’s cafes and restaurants.

Visitors are spoiled for choice when it comes to accommodation, from friendly caravan parks to welcoming and beautifully appointed bed and breakfast accommodation, and hotels to suit a range of budgets and needs.

Spoil your palate with a visit to Milawa and district today.

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Record numbers visiting Strathbogie Shire INCREASED interest has seen a rise in visitor numbers to the Strathbogie Shire, with record numbers flowing in to both the Euroa and Nagambie visitor information centres throughout summer.

Over 800 people have walked through the doors of the Euroa Hub on Binney Street since the start of summer (in 2015) while over 1800 people have made enquiries at the Nagambie Visitor Information Centre on High Street.

With a mixture of residents and tourists, some who came to Euroa and Nagambie for the very first time, it is clear interest in what the shire has to offer has increased in the last 12 months.

In the same period last year, 1067 people made enquiries at Nagambie, which showed there was a 69 per cent increase in enquiries in 2016.

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six weeks of summer in 2014-15, which means there was an 18 per cent reduction in numbers.

In Nagambie, numbers have been up since Christmas with many enquiring about the New Year’s Eve fireworks which attracted about 5000 people at Jacobson’s Outlook.

Other enquiries included school holiday activities, fishing and

swimming spots and where to eat, drink and be merry around Christmas time.

The opening of the region’s first ‘chocolate factory’, the Ministry of Chocolate at Mitchelton Wines, has also boosted tourism in Nagambie.

Volunteers and council staff were also inundated with phone calls at both visitor information centres.

At the Euroa Hub, most visitor enquiries were about the location of toilets, collection of maps for walking trails around the area and historical information about the shire, particularly where Ned Kelly was once sighted many years ago.

Strathbogie Shire mayor Colleen Furlanetto said it is great for the two facilities to record attendance numbers in collecting valuable information about enquiries from community and visitors alike.

“The volunteers who predominantly operate the facilities are pivotal to the success of our information centres,” she said.

“Council uses this data to continue to develop and provide information which is most in demand, while ensuring hidden treasures around our shire are shared.”

Ward councillor Deb Swan said Nagambie has been focused on growing its reputation as a holiday destination for a long time and these figures are proof of that.

Host of events during autumn THERE are plenty of events for visitors to enjoy during autumn in the Strathbogie Shire.

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WANGARATTA

Up to date entertainment complex JEN EARNSHAW from Wangaratta Cinema and Wangaratta Supa Bowl invites visitors to enjoy the myriad of entertainment options available.

WANGARATTA Cinema and Wangaratta Supa Bowl welcome people of all ages and abilities to their centre.

The Wangaratta Cinema Centre was opened in November 1995 in response to the desire of the public of Wangaratta to have an up-to-date entertainment complex.

Initially comprising three screens, the tremendous support of the customers convinced them to add an extra screen to the complex in 1999 thus enabling a greater variety of product to be offered.

The facilities provided by the cinema are second to none in country Australia.

Wall-to-wall screens in all four cinemas, “Dolby” surround sound, digital projection equipment with 3D capability all combine to give patrons a cinema experience only normally available in the larger city-based “multiplexes”.

Boasting a large range of drinks, snacks and combos for everyone, the candy bar is the place to purchase those all important mouth watering “movie snacks” to enjoy while watching the action unfold on the big screen.

The Wangaratta Supa Bowl opened its doors to the public in February 2012.

After a long planning and building process the completed centre is second to none.

Being the first centre in the Southern Hemisphere to install the latest and fastest pin resetting machines means that no one misses out on the action.

Catering for all ages and abilities the Supa Bowl comprises of 12 lanes all with wheelchair access, automatic bumper bowling (for the kids), and access to ramps so that everyone can have a go.

To quench that thirst or to stop that little tummy rumble the cafe in the Supa Bowl offers up delicious milkshakes, coffees, scoop ice cream, cold drinks and snacks that can be enjoyed while you are having a great time with your family, friends or work colleagues.

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THE use of social media and the internet has helped turn the Wangaratta tourism industry into a $123.5 million business.

Economic impact data suggests there has been a 30 per cent increase in tourism over the past three years, greatly due to the trending use of digital media.

Holiday makers last December continued to seek information about local destinations and accommodation via email, the web and social media, with the latest ďŹ gures supporting the growing preference.

Some 2300 people enquired through the Wangaratta Visitor Information Centre via email in that month, up 32 per cent on 2014.

Access to websites connecting them digitally to the highlights of the region was on par with 2014.

And 3500 people physically walked into the centre to make an enquiry, the same as the previous year.

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THE revised OfďŹ cial Visitors Guide for Wangaratta and Surrounds was launched in December.

It will provide residents and tourists with a comprehensive guide to annual festivals, events, attractions and places to stay throughout the region.

The guide showcases the many experiences on offer within the King Valley, Milawa Gourmet Region, Eldorado and the Woolshed Valley, Wangaratta and Glenrowan.

New sections of the guide this year include improved mapping, information for those looking to hold an event in the region, those seeking to embark on a culinary adventure and even a page titled â&#x20AC;&#x153;Perfectly Brewedâ&#x20AC;? for those ale sipping, cider loving High Country fans. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The purpose of the guide is to encourage residents and tourists to experience the naturally beautiful scenery, heritage rich history and exceptional culinary delights

of Wangaratta and surrounding townships,â&#x20AC;? Emma Crameri, tourism development coordinator of the Rural City of Wangaratta, said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;With over 70 pages of information on what to do, see, taste and experience within the region â&#x20AC;&#x201C; itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s your one stop shop for information while planning your visit or navigating your way around while in the region.â&#x20AC;?

Endorsed by Tourism Victoria, 60,000 copies of this complimentary guide will be distributed at local businesses, the Wangaratta Visitor Information Centre as well as every visitor information centre across Victoria and southern New South Wales.

To obtain further copies of the new OfďŹ cial Visitors Guide, contact the Wangaratta Visitor Information Centre on 1800 801 065. Alternatively, feel free to drop in and meet the friendly team at 100 Murphy Street, Wangaratta.

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Cultural trail in the works along Ovens River AN Elders Rock has been placed at Apex Park to honour local community leaders every year on the anniversary of National Reconciliation Week.

It’s an idea thought of by the late Uncle Wally Cooper, who passed away last December, and it will form part of the Bullawah Cultural Trail, a path that stretches 2.4km along the Ovens River in Wangaratta.

The $180,000 trail will tell a story of the area’s Aboriginal heritage and how a local tribe has lived historically and to the present day.

A large crane delivered the 20 tonne rock during February and it will signify the beginning of the trail.

Uncle Wally was a highly respected Elder whose pride in his Aboriginal heritage and message for hope for the future inspired many.

“This is a really exciting step toward achieving the Elders Rock Project and we are pleased that Uncle Wally’s passion for

THE BEGINNING: A crane was used to position an Elders Rock at Apex Park during February and it will act as the start of the PHOTO: Luke Plummer Bullawah Cultural Trail.

reconciliation will continue and leave a legacy for future generations,” Central Hume Primary Care Partnership’s Chris Thorne said.

“Each year during National Reconciliation Week, the Aboriginal

and Torres Strait Islander community will publicly recognise local community leaders in a special cultural ceremony and will unveil their handprints on the Elders Rock.”

The large granite rock, which

will form the foundations for the sculptures, has also been placed along the trail.

Artists Anderson Hunt and Paul Blizzard in Wangaratta selected rocks from Mawsons Quarry.

The rocks will be home to their much anticipated sculptural artworks they are developing with local Elders.

Chair administrator Ailsa Fox said “it’s great to see this project come together, there will be a lot happening in the coming months and it is fantastic to see relationships strengthen between Indigenous and non-indigenous people in the local community who are all working to achieve a shared goal”.

The Bullawah Cultural Trail is due for completion this August.

This project was made possible through grants from Regional Development Victoria and Department of Economic Development, Jobs, Transport and Resources and the Rural City of Wangaratta.

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Partnering with leading providers Flash Camp, the pop up tents and campsite will, according to Winton chief executive ofďŹ cer Jim Grant, offer luxurious camping at the wetlands. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This type of offering has been earmarked for the project from the early planning stages and to have this locked in is a signiďŹ cant milestone for the Mokoan Project,â&#x20AC;? he said.

Mr Grant said the pop up camping will be set up on Greenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Island, giving guests central access to the 8750 hectare site, and coinciding with the launch of Wintonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s biggest ever calendar of events.

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New lease on life for Yea’s Gallery 34 “IT’S hard to believe that Gallery 34 has been under new management for six months already,” said David Bates, who runs the gallery in the heart of Yea’s High Street.

“And what a transformation has occurred.

“Most of the walls have been repainted to highlight the art better, new doorways have been placed, all new display cabinetry has been brought in and the options on offer

have multiplied tenfold” Mr Bates said that there was a wide range of creative pieces available for purchase at Gallery 34, and recommended visitors come in and peruse all that there is to offer.

He said that the gallery has jewellery from Mariposa Magic (Michelle Stewart), Jacquie Campbell, Susan Blaschko, Leigh Carbines and Tom Marik.

There is also woodwork from Colin

Parton, Clive Bullen and Bob Eustace, metal sculptures from Darren Gilbert and soon Tim Read, silk scarves, and even glass creations by Rob Hayley and Peter Toyne.

Those who enjoy ceramics can see pieces from Tony Broadley and Mountain Clay Designs (Yvette De Lacy), just to name a few.

“The list keeps growing,” Mr Bates said.

“So far, we have exhibited Jo Junor,

Kerrie Gerlach, Laurence Cummin, Catherine Stewart, Darren Gilbert, Janet Matthews and Glen Saunders.

“Wow, what a six months it’s been.

“Just wait till you see what’s in store for the rest of the year.

“We’ve only just begun” Gallery 34 is located at 34 High Street, Yea, and more information is available on the website on www. gallery34.com.au or via social media at www.facebook.com/gallery34yea.

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