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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.

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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.

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WELCOME

index Calendar of Events Snow News

Welcome to the Winter issue of the North East Tourist News 2016 FROM enjoying the pristine white slopes of our diverse snow resorts, to getting cosy beside an open fire in the North East’s welcoming pubs or restaurants, the region shows off its diverse attractions during winter.

The weather may be cold, but there is still a wide array of festivals and events throughout the season.

During the Queen’s Birthday weekend in particular, visitors and locals alike are spoiled for choice.

Wine lovers flock to Rutherglen for their popular Winery Walkabout, or head across to the King Valley for their Weekend Fit For A King, or the Glenrowan area for Trails, Tastings and Tales.

The weekend also sees local mountains and alpine villages, including Mt Hotham, Falls Creek, Dinner Plain and Mt Buller, welcome in the official start to the snow season.

The snow attracts many to the region to enjoy a range of activities, including skiing, snowboarding, tobogganing, snowshoe walks, and après ski socialising.

It’s always a good idea to drop in to your nearest visitor information centre for helpful advice on upcoming events and other opportunities to make the most of your stay, whether it is for a few days or a few weeks.

Whatever the duration, we hope you enjoy your time in our beautiful part of the world.

Jeff Zeuschner GROUP EDITOR

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS

winter M O N T H LY M A R K E TS J U N E | J U LY | AU G U ST 2 0 1 6 Every Sat.

MYRTLEFORD COMMUNITY PRODUCE MARKET Clyde Street, Myrtleford 0411 047 530

Every Sat.

MANSFIELD PRODUCE SWAP 6QRZJXP 1XUVHU\ +LJK 6W 0DQV²HOG ZZZ PDQV²HOGRQOLQH FRP DX

Every Sat.

MYRTLEFORD CENTRAL MARKET Clyde Street, Myrtleford 0427 272 777

Every 1st Sat.

MOUNT BEAUTY COMMUNITY MARKET

Hollands St. & Kiewa Cres., Mount Beauty 03 5754 4097

Every 1st Sat.

BEECHWORTH FARMERS MARKET

Corner Church & Ford Sts., Beechworth 0408 859 282

Every 1st Sat.

TATONG VILLAGE MARKET Tatong Tavern Hotel Grounds, Tatong 03 5767 2210

Every 1st Sat.

NAGAMBIE LAKES COMMUNITY MARKET Blayney Reserve, Jacobson's Outlook, Nagambie 0408 602 841

Every Sun.

ALBURY WODONGA COMMUNITY MARKET

Wilson St. Carpark, Wilson St., Albury 02 6056 5443

Every Sun.

AVIAN PARK RACEWAY MARKET Newman Street, Wangaratta 0427 215 258

Every 1st Sun.

COROWA FEDERATION CRAFT MARKET

Bangerang Park, Edward St., Corowa 0429 949 416

Every 1st Sun.

CHILTERN MARKET 62 Main Street, Chiltern 0431 821 341

Every 2nd Sat.

Every 4th Sat.

THE HUME MURRAY FARMERS MARKET

BENALLA CRAFT & LAKESIDE MARKET

Every 2nd Sat.

COBRAM LIONS CLUB LOG CABIN MARKET

Gateway Village, Lincoln Causeway, Wodonga 0438 582 996

VIOLET TOWN COMMUNITY MARKET

Recreation Reserve, Tulip Street, Violet Town market@violettown.org.au

Every 2nd Sat.

ALEXANDRA MARKET AT THE TIMBER TRAMWAY Timber Tramway, Station St., Alexandra 0427 509 988

Every 2nd Sun.

AVENEL MARKET

Jubilee Park, Queen St., Avenel 0468 586 069

Every 2nd Sun.

BENALLA LIONS CLUB CARBOOT SALE Fawckner Drive Carpark, Benalla 03 5762 3043

Every 3rd Sat.

BRIGHT MARKET - MAKE IT, BAKE IT, GROW IT Howitt Park, Bright www.brightchamber.com.au

Every 3rd Sat.

MOYHU FARMERS MARKET Cnr Meadow Creek & Wangaratta :KLW²HOG 5G 0R\KX 03 5727 9301

Every 3rd Sun.

LIONS CLUB COMMUNITY MARKET Wellsford St., Yackandandah 0418 122 921

Every 3rd Sun.

YARRAWONGA MULWALA ROTARY MARKET

Showgrounds, Gilmore St., Yarrawonga 0409 351 892

Every 4th Sat.

MANSFIELD FARMERS MARKET

Primary School, Highett St. entrance, 0DQV²HOG 0417 319 879

Lake Benalla Foreshore, Benalla 0467 281 323

Every last Sat.

Log Cabin, Federation Park, Cobram 03 5871 3326

Every 4th Sun.

YARRAWONGA FARMERS MARKET Yarrawonga Foreshore, Yarrawonga 1800 062 260

Every 4th Sun.

HOWLONG COMMUNITY MARKET Howlong Golf Club, 186 Golf Club Drv., Howlong 02 6026 5305

CO M M U N I T Y E V E N TS JUNE 2016 10-JUN-16

PFEIFFER WINES GIANT WAREHOUSE SALE Pfeiffer Wines, 167 Distillery Rd., Wahgunyah 02 6033 2805

10-JUN-16 to 13-JUN-16

CHILTERN VISUAL ARTS EXHIBITION Chiltern Memorial Hall, Chiltern 03 5726 1611

11-JUN-16 to 12-JUN-16

FIT FOR A KING WINE & FOOD FESTIVAL Participating Wineries King Valley tourism@wangaratta.vic.gov.au

11-JUN-16 to 12-JUN-16

RUTHERGLEN WINERY WALKABOUT Main St., Rutherglen 1800 622 871

11-JUN-16 to 12-JUN-16

PFEIFFER WINES WINERY WALKABOUT

Pfeiffer Wines, 167 Distillery Rd., Wahgunyah 02 6033 2805

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS

winter CO M M U N I T Y E V E N TS JUNE 2016 11-JUN-16 to 12-JUN-16

11-JUN-16 to 12-JUN-16

CHRISMONT'S FESTA RUSTICA

GAPSTED WINES ANNUAL CLEARANCE SALE

2-JUL-16

PFEIFFER WINES WINTER FARMERS MARKET

Chrismont, 251 Upper King River Rd., Cheshunt 03 5729 8220

Gapsted Winery, Great Alpine Rd., Gapsted 03 5751 1383

Pfeiffer Wines, 167 Distillery Rd., Wahgunyah 02 6033 2805

11-JUN-16 to 12-JUN-16

12-JUN-16

2-JUL-16 to 3-JUL-2016

CAMPBELLS WINES WINERY WALKABOUT

Campbells Wines, 4603 Murray Valley Hwy., Rutherglen 02 6033 6000

11-JUN-16 to 13-JUN-16

TRAILS, TASTINGS & TALES Various wineries within the Glenrowan region.

0427 662 443

11-JUN-16 to 13-JUN-16

KING VALLEY ART SHOW KING VALLEY CUCINA

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11-JUN-16 to 13-JUN-16

SLED DOG RACING NATIONALS

Moria Park, Scout Camp, Moira Dve., Kialla www.nvsdc.org.au

10-JUN-16 to 12-JUN-16

ALEXANDRA TRUCK, UTE & ROD SHOW

Grant St., Alexandra www.alexandratruckshow.com.au

12-JUN-16

RUTHERGLEN COUNTRY FAIR Main St., Rutherglen 1800 622 871

MYRTLEFORD COTTERS MARKET

VICTORIAN MOTOR RACING CHAMPIONSHIP ROUND 2

12-JUNE-16

CO M M U N I T Y E V E N TS AU G U ST 2 0 1 6

Jubilee Park, Myrtleford www.themyrtlefordfestival.com.au

OPENING WEEKEND BUSH PARTY & FIREWORKS AT DINNER PLAIN FREE event visitdinnerplain.com

17-JUN-16 to 19-JUN-16

COROWA COUNTRY MUSIC ROUND UP Corowa RSL Club, 30 Betterment Pde., Corowa www.corowarsl.com.au

CO M M U N I T Y E V E N TS J U LY 2 0 1 6 1-JUL-16 to 31-JUL-16

PFEIFFER WINES PHOTOGRAPHIC EXHIBITION

Pfeiffer Wines, 167 Distillery Rd., Wahgunyah 02 6033 2805

1-JUL-16 to 10-JUL-16

STRICTLY QUILTS

St. Bernards Primary School Hall, Williams Rd., Wangaratta 03 5721 2598 > Ned Kelly Weekend

Winton Motor Raceway, Fox St., Winton www.wintonraceway.com.au

5-AUG-16 to 7-AUG-16

NED KELLY WEEKEND Beechworth Township 1300 366 321

13-AUG-16 to 14-AUG-16

ALTITUDE 5000 SLED DOG RACING AT DINNER PLAIN FREE event visitdinnerplain.com

19-AUG-16 to 21-AUG-16

KELLY COUNTRY PICK Beechworth Township 0423 092 725

27-AUG-16

KANGAROO HOPPET Nordic Bowl, Falls Creek 03 5754 1045

26-AUG-16 to 28-AUG-16

CHILTERN ANTIQUE FAIR Memorial Hall, Conness St., Chiltern 03 5726 1337

BEECHWORTH

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SNOW NEWS

Ultimate alpine beer experience MELTING snow and clear unpolluted skies make the waters of the high Victorian Alps some of the purest in Australia.

Such an unadulterated ingredient – snow melt – is what inspired Blizzard Brewing Company founder Mark Hubbard to produce Australia’s newest brews, carefully crafted by an award-winning brewer.

“When you go to a vineyard you can taste the influences of the environment on the wine,” he said.

“That’s what I’m mostly excited about in our beer; we’re brewing with the freshest water available to any brewer in Australia.”

Nestled among the snow gums at Dinner Plain, 1550 metres above sea level, Blizzard Brewing Co. opened its doors at Easter, with its brews served at venues throughout Dinner Plain, Hotham and Falls Creek.

But it’s at the brewery itself that visitors get the ultimate beer experience, with the opportunity to taste the locally sourced ingredients separately, including hops from Myrtleford and lavender from Harrietville.

BREW WITH ALTITUDE: Brewer Alan Sheppard and founder Mark Hubbard from Blizzard Brewing Company. PHOTO: Charlie Brown

Bringing it all together is head brewer Alan Sheppard, co-founder of Barcelona’s Edge Brewing, which was voted the Top New Brewer in the World

by Rate Beer in 2014.

He’s kicked off the menu with six unique takes on a pale ale, amber ale, larger, IPA and kolsch.

There is even an aromatic lavender larger on tap, crafted for those who appreciate delicate notes.

“The Brandy Creek Kolsch will be very popular after a big day out on the slopes because it’s very approachable and doesn’t have too much bitterness in it,” Mr Hubbard said.

“But for those who do like a hoppy taste, the Powder Pale Ale will be something they’ll go for.”

As for his favourite, it’s the Avalanche Amber Ale. “It’s so smooth and delicious.”

AVALANCHE

AMBER ALE Crafted at Dinner Plain in the Victorian Alps, 1550m.

AUSTRALIA’S HIGHEST BREWERY

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SNOW NEWS

Plenty happening in the mountains IF you love the snow, the North East is the place for you, with the snow resorts of Mt Hotham, Falls Creek, Mt Buller and many more lying in wait for you.

Each mountain offers their own unique delights, challenges and apres ski fun, and are out there to discover for yourself.

The snow season officially opens on Queen’s Birthday weekend, with each mountain hosting their own unique events to mark the occasion, and the season will boast a host of events, from races to snowboarding competitions, ski lessons, workshops, and much more.

For more information, see: Mt Buller – mtbuller.com.au Mt Hotham – www.hothamholidays.com Falls Creek – www.fallscreek.com.au

HOP TO IT: The Kangaroo Hoppet, held in August, is one of the biggest drawcards to Falls Creek each year. PHOTO: Chris Hocking.

AS the first snowflakes fall on the multi-leveled pitched rooftops of Dinner Plain’s iconic houses this winter, the residents will be celebrating more than just the start of the ski season: this architectural marvel of alpine Australia is turning 30 years old.

Dinner Plain is one of Australia’s most unique villages.

When it comes to architecture and vision, there is nothing like it anywhere else in Australia says Malcolm Macpherson, a long-term resident.

Macpherson says Dinner Plain’s cattlemen’s-hut inspired cabins painted the colours of snow gums, paired with an alpine landscape rare in the Australian environment were key elements inspiring award-winning architect Peter McIntyre’s early design for the village.

“His idea was that the buildings

would blend in with the landscape,” Macpherson says.

This harmonisation creates a wonderful atmosphere that has made Dinner Plain a family favourite for winter escapes, with adventure at its doorstep, from sunset sled dogs tours, snow shoeing,cross country skiing, tobogganing and tubing, to fine dining at Graze and Stones Throw and craft beer brewed right at the base of the ski slope at Blizzard Brewing Company.

Dinner Plain is a one-hour drive from Bright and there is no resort entry.

Drive safely and hire some snow chains from Hoys Ski Shop in Harrietville, where they will also show you how to put them on.

Or sit back and enjoy the stunning scenery on a bus trip up the Great Alpine Road – one of the best drives in Australia.

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Christmas in July At Gapsted Wines

Lunch $55pp for month of July Christmas inspired 3 Course menu accompanied by matching wines with each dish.

Dinner $65pp Saturday 23rd | July 6-9pm Includes wine on arrival and tea & coffee BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL

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Taste, explore and feast like a king ACROSS the Weekend Fit For A King festival, the winemaking families of the King Valley open brand new release wines for festival-goers to taste, including the Italian varietals they are known for – Prosecco, Pinot Grigio, Sangiovese and Nebbiolo.

At cellar door the winemakers will guide you through what makes

this region so unique.

A tip - it’s partly about soil, climate and location, and partly about that Italian spirit.

To accompany the wine, authentic, homemade dishes are made from family recipes.

Think farm-made sausages, warming stews, a feast of pasta and pizza, and cannoli from the

A cosy getaway POP into Rutherglen Estates cellar door during winter and you will be greeted by a cosy fire, a warm welcome by friendly, knowledgeable staff, and of course some great wines.

With more than 20 wines on tasting daily there is definitely something for everyone.

Winter is traditionally a time for hearty stews and casseroles, and what better way to enjoy them than with a glass of red.

Rutherglen Estates have a number of exciting red wines including the 2014 Shiraz Durif and the 2014 Durif, both wines are delicious and in fact in the words of their winemaker, some of their best yet.

If red wine isn’t your thing, then they have some beautiful full bodied white wines with that will match perfectly with your winter fare.

Rutherglen Estates cellar door is located within the Tuileries complex

old country. This is rustic cuisine, made to be eaten with friends, family and wine.

Participating wineries are: Brown Brothers, Chrismont, Dal Zotto, Darling Estate, Francesco, La Cantina, Merkel, Pizzini, Politini, Sam Miranda and Symphonia.

Throughout the valley there is a host of special events, including

masterclasses, a “King’s Feast”, helicopter flights and more.

Entry to the festival is $20, which includes a souvenir tasting glass.

Children play free.

Book tickets online in advance at www.winesofthekingvalley.com.au.

For more information about getting here, www.visitkingvalley. com.au.

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FULL OF FLAVOUR: Try some of the tempting food at Rutherglen Estates this winter.

so stay a little longer and enjoy a bite for lunch in the café.

The café courtyard is a fantastic place to sit and relax in the winter sun, so nice in fact you may not want to leave.

Cellar door is open seven days 10am-5.30pm and Tuileries Café is open seven days 12noon–2pm.

Visit www.rutherglenestates.com.au or www.tuileriesrutherglen.com.au or like us on Facebook.

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Make a relaxing stop at Gapsted Wines GAPSTED Wines is the perfect place to stop on your way to or from the snow, just five minutes from Myrtleford on the Great Alpine Road.

Gapsted Wines has undertaken many changes over the past 18 months – they have expanded their seating capacity in their all weather marquee, complete with heating for those chilly winter days.

The menu continues to impress as their chefs change the menu with each season, so there is sure to be a dish to suit you.

Their Taste of Season option is extremely popular – showcasing three stunning menu items perfectly matched to three of their cool climate wines.

Following last year’s success, for the month of July Gapsted will be offering Christmas in July as a lunch option, including three Christmas inspired courses matched to three premium wines.

They are also offering – for one night only - their Christmas in July Dinner, bookings are essential for this event and it promises to be a great evening – wine on arrival, three courses, three wines, tea and coffee, live music by James McGuffie and lots of Christmas cheer.

Of course it would not be winter at Gapsted without their annual Big Shed Sale.

BAG A BARGAIN: Gapsted Wines’ annual Big Shed Sale attracts many wine lovers every year.

For those who have been before – you will not miss it, for those who have not been yet – you must not miss it.

It’s your best chance to stock up your cellar with some fantastic bargains.

There is up to 70 per cent off, a huge range of wines on tasting and bargains galore.

There will also be a coffee van both days and some hot food to warm you up.

Put it in your calendar – Saturday, June 11 and Sunday, June 12 – 10am–5pm both days.

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Overnight visitors to Border increase OVERNIGHT visitors to Albury-Wodonga increased by 24 per cent in 2015, according to data collated in the 2015 Albury Wodonga Visitor Economy Trends (AWVET).

Domestic and international visitors spent 1.72 million nights in Albury-Wodonga in 2015, helping to inject $613m into the Border economy.

The number of domestic visitor nights reached 1.465 million in 2015, up from 1.299 million in 2014, which represents a 13 per cent increase.

The average stay of international visitors increased by 11 nights per trip, representative of a combined 257,868 nights stayed in 2015 (this change is largely due to an increase in employment visitors, and the inclusion of working holiday makers in the 2015 sample).

Tourists are also increasingly engaging with online platforms both before and during their visits, with 48,434 unique visitors utilising the visitALBURYWODONGA website and various social media platforms.

Wodonga council mayor Anna Speedie said the 2015 AWVET shows another strong year in tourism, which can be attributed to the everincreasing awareness of Albury-Wodonga as a destination of choice and the work being done to attract events to this region.

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AlburyCity acting mayor David Thurley reiterated the report’s importance in providing a comprehensive profile of tourism in AlburyWodonga, detailing the number and type of visitors to the area as well as their purpose for visiting and primary activities.

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Roads and tracks closing temporarily re-open in time for the Melbourne Cup weekend in November. Some early closures are necessary in some parts of the state. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This includes closures such as Whiskey Creek Track (south of Tatong) to protect Benallaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s water supply, as well as dead end tracks - McCreadys Track and Dandongadale Track (near Lake Buffalo) â&#x20AC;&#x201C; to prevent four wheel drives getting stranded due to steep descents. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Lightning Creek Track, near Mitta Mitta, will close this Monday for road maintenance and public safety. â&#x20AC;&#x153;To make sure visitors have a safe and enjoyable time, while still protecting the environment, we want to ensure everyone has the best available information before leaving,â&#x20AC;? Mr Hayse said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;As always we want anyone driving in our parks and forests to stay on the formed roads, take their rubbish home, and take note of campďŹ re rules and regulations.â&#x20AC;?

For those wanting to plan their trip go to the Public Access Map site in the visiting parks and forests section at www.depi.vic.gov.au/ forestry-and-land-use/visitingparks-and-forests/visiting-stateforests/public-access-map.

For maps of closures in parks check the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Safety/closures and conditionsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; section at www.parks. vic.gov.au.

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As part of an annual program, the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning (DELWP) and Parks Victoria will close a range of tracks during winter and spring in the Ovens, Upper Murray, Goulburn and Murrindindi districts.

DELWPâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s acting regional manager, forest and ďŹ re operations â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Hume, Jarrod Hayse, said: â&#x20AC;&#x153;The majority of the seasonal road closures are in the high country, which is subject to winter snow that in some cases make tracks impassable.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;The closures are important because our forest roads and tracks become much more difďŹ cult for drivers to use safely during this period,â&#x20AC;? Mr Hayse said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The damage to some tracks would be signiďŹ cant if they were left open all year round. â&#x20AC;&#x153;As part of the process we consult with stakeholders, including Four Wheel Drive Victoria, and notify other local user groups and visitor information centres. â&#x20AC;&#x153;By protecting park roads and tracks we can improve water quality by reducing erosion and the amount of silt which is washed into rivers, creeks and reservoirs. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Most of the roads and tracks will close on Thursday, June 16 after the Queenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Birthday weekend and will

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Tempting food and fun times at Bonegilla THE Bonegilla Migrant Experience will serve up a delicious program of events this winter including meat smoking, truffle making and Sunday roasts.

The traditional skills of smoking meat, and making and tying sausages will be subject of a hands-on workshop to be held from 10am to 12.15pm on Sunday, June 5.

Learn from master continental butchers, exBonegilla resident Lutz Peters, and Doug Butt, as they show you the finer points of making gourmet sausages in the original kitchens of the migrant training and reception centre.

The fee of $50 includes tastings and refreshments, as well as your own sausages to take home.

From 10am on Wednesday, June 29 the Bonegilla Migrant Experience will host a workshop in “tantalising” truffles.

The region’s master chocolate maker, Maree Roberts, will show you how to create your own melt-

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TOGETHER: Enjoy a sense of community at Bonegilla Migrant Experience this winter.

in-your-mouth truffles, with participants leaving with a bag of sweet treats.

Cost is $15 per child, while non-participating parents are free.

Winter is also the perfect opportunity to enjoy a traditional Aussie roast.

The cooler weather of the Australian winter brought memories of Christmas for many migrants who came through the migrant centre.

Today, the Christmas in July event is a popular one.

Join a communal table at Bonegilla Migrant Experience from 12.30pm on Sunday, July 24.

Cost is $30 for adults, $20 for children.

A guided tour will be offered from 11am at a cost of $10 for adults, $8 for children and families $25.

Bookings for all events are essential via The Cube Wodonga on (02) 6022 9311 or thecubewodonga. com.au/tickets.

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What does it mean to truly belong?

RENOWNED author and leading chronicler of Australian life Hugh Mackay will deliver the annual Kerferd Oration in Beechworth this year.

Hugh Mackay is a social researcher and the author of 16 books, including the 2013 bestseller, The Good Life, sub-titled What makes a life worth living?

His latest book, The Art of Belonging, uses a mixture of social analysis and storytelling to explore the reasons why some communities thrive and others break down, and to explain how community engagement enriches us all.

Kerferd Oration committee chair Ian McKinlay said that the oration theme was a natural follow up to the theme of last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s oration, by Dr Simon Longstaff AO, which focused on ethics and the unseen or â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;invisibleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; members of the community.

Hugh Mackayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Oration is entitled The Art of Belonging, and is â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;close to my heartâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s about living in community in changing times ... the challenge of maintaining a decent and inclusive community life,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s about how we live, not where we live.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;How do we live with the social changes that threaten to fragment communities? â&#x20AC;&#x153;In what ways can we minimise the impact of those changes? â&#x20AC;&#x153;What techniques can we develop together for

DISTINGUISHED: Social researcher Hugh Mackay will speak in Beechworth this winter.

increasing our sense of belonging? â&#x20AC;&#x153;The beneďŹ ts, especially the mental health beneďŹ ts, for individuals, as well as communities, in mastering the art of belonging are many and powerful: â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;You donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t really know who you are until you know where you belongâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;.â&#x20AC;?

Mr McKinlay said the Kerferd Oration committee was â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;absolutely delightedâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; to have Hugh Mackay deliver this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s oration.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;He is well known for his insights into people and communities and what makes them work, and what might fracture them,â&#x20AC;? Mr McKinlay said.

The Kerferd Oration, now in its 14th year, will be held at the George Kerferd Hotel, Mayday Hills, Beechworth, at 11am on Sunday, July 24. It is a free community event and doors open at 10.15am.

The oration is sponsored by Indigo Shire Council, Quercus Beechworth, WAW and La Trobe University.

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Plenty brewing at Bridge Road Brewers BEER lovers will find that there is plenty going on at Beechworth’s high profile Bridge Road Brewers.

The latest addition to the brewery itself has been their new Foeder Crafter, which Bridge Road Brewers’ Ben Kraus says is the first of its kind in Australia.

The brewery made a connection with the crafter manufacturer after recent export success in America, and the manufacturing company

commented, “we are really happy to have one of our Foeders in the land of Crowded House, Men at Work and Courtney Barnett”.

As a result Bridge Road Brewers will begin releasing a new series of 100 per cent Brett beers fermented in their Foeder.

The range will be rolled out under the Mayday Hills banner, and will focus on including ingredients and influences from the Mayday Hills

area of Beechworth and Stanley.

Bridge Road Brewers also recently released two unique beers, named Beer de Wilde, which have been made in conjunction with two local wineries, Sorrenberg and A Rodda.

There is an air of celebration at the brewery at the moment, with the upcoming Queen’s Birthday weekend coinciding with their 11th birthday.

Revellers can enjoy one of the regular Sunday Sessions at Bridge

Road Brewers on that weekend, with the session happening between 2.30-5.30pm.

More information is available by dropping into Bridge Road Brewers at the Old Coach House in Ford Street, Beechworth, via bridgeroadbrewers.com.au or their social media accounts, or by calling (03) 5728 2703.

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CHILTERN’S WARM WELCOME log fire watching the flames dance as they warm your toes.

Chiltern has plenty of accommodation options to offer the traveller.

There is a motel, a caravan park with onsite cabins as well as bed and breakfast options to suit your needs.

There are new bike trails through the National Park that are sure to please everyone from the novice to the hardcore rider.

Or if you are after a more sedentary pursuit find yourself a new book to read at the book store, or simply exchange a book at the Visitor Information Centre and return to your log fire for the day.

You know it will soon be time to select a destination for dinner and today in Chiltern you will be spoilt for choice.

But the meal is just the first step to enjoying your stay.

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THE weather may be cold in North East Victoria at this time of year but there is one place you are sure to always receive a warm welcome Chiltern.

Regular visitors to the village in Indigo Shire will understand but if you haven’t been to Chiltern recently, much has changed about this gentle old lady of a town and in winter you can almost have the place to yourself.

People say you can ‘smell’ winter and the autumn break signifies a stage of renewal in the Chiltern – Mount Pilot National Park.

But there is also something wonderful about winter that creates a longing in visitors to Chiltern.

It may be the streetscape that harkens back to a bygone era or a visit to one of the three National Trust properties in Chiltern that reach out to you and take you on a journey back in time.

It may be one of the new retail outlets in Chiltern that will pique your interest or perhaps just sitting by a

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Beechworth in the minds of thousands TWO low-key but highly effective social media projects put Beechworth as a destination in the minds of over 100,000 people in just a few days during autumn.

The first project was a short video, supported by the Chamber of Commerce and industry operators, of local people and highlights of the town and surrounds which recorded 30,000 views on facebook within a day of its launch on Tuesday, April 19.

The video had over 53,000 views as at 11am on Friday, April 22.

Indigo Shire’s tourism manager Clayton Neil said that was 50,000+ people being exposed to some of the best food, wine, shopping, riding, and relaxation activities anywhere in the country.

“Visits to council’s tourism website increased 400 per cent the day the video was launched with most people viewing multiple pages to discover more about what’s on offer,” he said.

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FUN: A screenshot from the recent Beechworth promotional video.

recent hosting of three of Australia’s leading tourism Instagrammers in the Beechworth region.

“This Instagram activity was a Tourism North East project which council supported.

“The Instagrammers have a collective audience of 715,000 followers and were invited into the region as part of a Murray to Mountains Rail Trail marketing initiative,” Mr Neil said.

“One of the images, of the Beechworth Gorge, has since been

posted by @visitmelbourne (Tourism Victoria) and @australia (Tourism Australia).

“These two Instagram accounts have a collective audience of 2.5 million followers.

“The Tourism Australia post of the Beechworth image attracted 50,000+ likes in less than a day.

“This is an outstanding result putting the Beechworth Gorge response right up there with Tourism Australia’s most popular posts of recent times.”

In addition to the Instagram post,

Tourism Australia posted an album of one of the Instagrammer’s images to their Facebook page on April 21.

Two of the images in the album are from Beechworth, Lake Sambell and Beechworth Gorge.

The post currently has 13,000 likes, has been shared nearly 1800 times and features many comments from international travellers.

Indigo Shire mayor James Trenery said two projects were both low cost initiatives that were well planned, brilliantly executed, and spectacularly effective.

“They show the natural beauty of the Beechworth area, its streetscapes, wineries, restaurants, retail, and all of the good things that we know and love - but often take for granted,” Cr Trenery said.

“Importantly, the video also includes a number of local business owners and prominent people.”

You can view the video on www. explorebeechworth.com.au and the Explore Indigo Facebook page.

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BEECHWORTH

MUSICAL: The Kelly Country Pick attracts musicians from far and wide.

Winter music festival returns to Beechworth THE town of Beechworth comes alive every August to the sounds of banjos, mandolins, fiddles and guitars as the Kelly Country Pick, an annual Bluegrass and Old Time music festival returns from August 19- 21.

Now in its 18th year, what began as a small gathering of musical friends has developed into a music festival which draws musicians and lovers of acoustic music from all over the country.

Events now take place in four iconic Beechworth venues over the weekend – the Old Priory, the Bridge Rd Brewery, and the Hibernian and Nicholas Hotels.

Patrons can buy a variety of tickets to suit their needs – from weekend passes to individual

concert or workshop tickets.

The Kelly Country Pick presents a jam packed weekend of concerts, workshops, open mic sessions and jamming opportunities for musicians of all levels.

Come along and enjoy the atmosphere in historic Beechworth this winter – cosy open fires, wine and dine with friends and be entertained by some of Australia’s finest string players.

Or get involved – go to a workshop, volunteer for a free weekend ticket, or join in the Sunday morning gospel singing in the Priory garden.

There is something for everyone.

For more information see www. kellycountrypick.org.

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Picturesque Porepunkah comes up a treat

AUTUMN COLOURS: While Porepunkah and the Alpine Shire is picturesque all year round, Benalla photographer Rene Martens captured some of the early change in colour when visiting the upper Ovens Valley during Autumn.

Martens took some stunning pictures along the Canyon Walk but it was this photo of the rest area at Porepunkah that really caught the eye.

Take a drive to Bright and district and enjoy the picturesque views and relaxed pace of some of the North East’s friendliest towns.

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BRIGHT & DISTRICT

Settle in with a winter brew AS Bright becomes a somewhat sleepy town during winter, with all the snow season action focused on the nearby mountain tops, there’s no better place to enjoy a cosy break than at Bright Brewery in the heart of beautiful Bright.

Relax and warm your body in the fully heated brewery bar while you warm your soul with the finest MountainCrafted beers, which are all produced on site.

Open every day from 11am until late, there’s always something for everyone at Bright Brewery.

Take a seat on the couches by the fire and watch the brewers in action, or enjoy the fresh mountain air out on the covered Hop Terrace.

There’s a full menu for lunch and dinner, plus pizzas available all day, along with local wines, cider, coffee and even food and drink for the kids.

This winter marks the 10 year anniversary of Bright Brewery opening at 121 Great Alpine Road.

The occasion is being marked with a month of celebrations that will set in place a new era for the local brewery.

This includes a brand new winter menu and the welcoming of new Head Brewer Richard

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COSY SPOT: Winter brews at Bright Brewery.

Chamberlin, an Englishman whose brewing pedigree includes Brewsters Brewery in the UK and the Mildura Brewery in Victoria’s North West.

Richard will help oversee the expansion of Bright Brewery, following the business’s recent purchase of a new site in Bright to build a larger production brewery with the aim to meet the growing demand for their craft beers and to take those products to the national market.

“This is a very exciting time for our brewery,” said Bright Brewery’s James Davidson.

“Our second decade will see Bright Brewery’s MountainCrafted beers available in more outlets around the country and also provide us with the opportunity to make more limited release and experimental beers.”

Festivities will include an annual Christmas in July fundraiser event on Sunday, July 17, which helps to raise much needed funds to support a member of the community in need.

Tickets are available from the Bright Brewery bar and website.

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Winter at MOUNT Buffalo is set to once again appeal as a family mountain this year.

The mountain will offer toboggan and snow play areas, with two managed areas at the national park.

At Dingo Dell, aimed mainly at family groups with young children, there will be a dedicated toboggan slope with a safe runout area at the bottom and ample space for snowplay (visitors are advised that only plastic moulded toboggans are allowed to be used).

While the facilities at Cresta Valley may be a little more basic than Dingo Dell, the tobogganing is more diverse and there is also a managed area for family oriented fun.

Cresta Valley also has three groomed ski trails plus a large untracked/unmarked area for the more adventurous and well prepared.

For those who prefer walking, there is a marked walking route at both Dingo Dell and Cresta to

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FLURRY OF FUN: Visitors enjoying toboganning at Mount Buffalo last winter.

enjoy, or well prepared walkers can use one of the other established walking tracks on the mountain.

Visitors are asked not to walk on

groomed cross country ski trails.

There are ample car parking facilities adjacent to the Dingo Dell snow play and toboggan area.

Inside Keown Lodge there is a heated CafĂŠ and Day Visitor Area; toilet; change rooms; First Aid Centre; and large windows that look directly out on all the fun.

Visitors can BYO food and drinks to enjoy inside.

The car park is a popular place to set up a BYO gas barbecue for a sausage sizzle.

Cresta Valley is serviced by: a small car park area, with additional parking along the road; and portable toilets.

Licensed tour operators will be offering cross country ski instruction and snow-shoeing during the winter season.

Enquire at local visitor centres or at Dingo Dell.

There are a couple of options for those interested in coming to camp at Mt Buffalo over winter.

Camping is only permitted in designated sites: Rocky Creek, Mt McLeod and Lake Catani.

All campsites require a booking, see www.parkstay.vic.gov.au/bookyour-stay for more details.

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BRIGHT & DISTRICT

Nightingale Bros go from strength to strength

FAMILY BUSINESS: Four generations of the Nightingale family in the orchard (from left) Keith, Mikayla, Steve and Ross Nightingale.

with a state of the art, ammonia water cooled, central refrigeration plant along with other technology to reduce the energy use in cool room evaporator fans, to achieve

more uniform air distribution.

The business also opened a dedicated sales outlet at the orchard in December last year – a far cry from their decades of selling

R E D I S C OV E R R E G I O N A L V I C TO R I A THE High Country features in Visit Victoria’s new destination campaign encouraging Melburnians to rediscover and reconnect with regional Victoria.

Launched in February by Premier Daniel Andrews and Minister for Tourism and Major Events John Eren, the Wander Victoria regional tourism campaign aims to rebuild Melburnians’ emotional connection

with regional Victoria and increase short-breaks into the regions.

Wandiligong, Razorback Ridge, Mount Hotham and Beechworth all feature prominently in the campaign’s advertisements.

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their products from a garage area at the front of their packaging and storage shed – and the outlet is proving very popular with locals.

In recent times, Nightingale Bros have been making a splash with the introduction of apple cider and sparkling apple juice, made offsite from their own produce.

The cider – selling as Alpine Cider in pink lady sweet and pink lady dry varieties - and juice are available at various stockists throughout the North East and beyond.

The sweet cider is a blend of Pink Lady and Granny Smith apples, the dry cider is a mix of Pink Lady, Granny Smith and Red Delicious apples and the juice is made solely from Granny Smith apples.

For more information contact (03) 5755 1318, or head to the property at 708 Morses Creek Road, Wandiligong.

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WITH over 60 years, and several generations of fruit production expertise, Wandiligong business Nightingale Bros continues to grow and expand.

The business got its start in 1954 when family patriarch Keith Nightingale and his brother Alan purchased the business’ original 48 hectare Wandiligong orchard.

He travelled widely looking for ways to perfect the art of fruit growing, and after a visit to America, pioneered frost control using “over-tree” sprinklers.

In 1968, Nightingale Bros built one of the first coolrooms in the country at their orchard.

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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.

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COROWA/RUTHERGLEN

Make tracks to Rutherglen for Winery Walkabout music, back vintage tastings, fortified masterclasses, and delicious winery breakfasts.

On top of this, add some friendly community events like the great Australian barrel rolling competition down High Street in Rutherglen, the Rutherglen Rotary Country Fair showcasing more than 300 stall holders, and the infamous Rutherglen grape stomp (all events on Sunday, June 12), and you have non-stop fun for friends and family of all ages.

Transport around the festival is easy. Tickets can be purchased online for the TAC Shuttle Bus which is a hop on/off service for all participating wineries, and the TAC Regional Bus does once daily trips from 10 regional towns, meaning you can visit Walkabout from many surrounding areas.

As part of the TAC Shuttle Bus and Regional Bus services there is also complimentary wine check-in.

Bus tickets will sell out, so festivalgoers are advised to buy tickets in advance on www.winerywalkabout. com.au to avoid missing out.

A Designated Driver Reward Campaign, also sponsored by TAC, operates all weekend.

For more information and a copy of the 2016 Winery Walkabout event guide, visit www. winerywalkabout.com.au.

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RUTHERGLEN is always the “place to be” on the Queen’s Birthday weekend (Saturday June 11 and Sunday June 12), as festival-goers taste the latest new release wines across the 17 participating wineries and indulge in the excitement that is Winery Walkabout.

From humble beginnings in 1974, Rutherglen Winery Walkabout has grown in to one of the ultimate wine events on the Australian calendar.

Winery Walkabout is looking to again be a sell-out, and tickets are only available to purchase online before the event.

Interested attendees are urged to purchase online tickets as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Wine lovers can purchase a general admission ticket, which includes their wristband and Winery Walkabout tasting glass for either a one day or two day weekend pass, and then they are set to spend the Queen’s Birthday weekend tasting great wines and enjoying the fun at the region’s renowned wineries.

With crisp white wines, warming reds, and world-class, luscious muscats on offer, Winery Walkabout is a great way to taste and compare some of the best new wines from Rutherglen.

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EILDON & DISTRICT

A hidden gem in the region HOLMESGLEN at Eildon is a recent Bronze Award winner at the State Tourism Awards in the category of New Business, and is a high quality facility in the heart of the North East.

This facility has been purpose built for groups and caters for conferences, functions and events, student groups, and more.

It is located on 660 acres just two hours north east of Melbourne, offering a modern spacious facility that truly reflects its natural surrounds.

The beautifully appointed corporate rooms, as well as standard rooms and a fully renovated eight bedroom homestead enabling them to accommodate up to 130 guests.

There are three flexible function rooms; all with a full range of audio visual equipment, wireless internet and floor to ceiling windows, as well as versatile gardens and decks, which provide a unique blend of spaces to suit any function.

In addition each season they offer a seasonal function, each with its own theme and style.

Upcoming is the Christmas in July event on the

STUNNING: Holmesglen at Eildon offers amazing views of the rugged surrounding countryside.

evening of Saturday, July 23 from 6:30pm–1am.

What an event this is with mulled wine, roast turkey, brandy sauce and crackers, just a few of Holmesglen at Eildon’s favourite Christmas things, including entertainment by 3 piece band KIX and roving magician, Nick the Bubble, to entertain you.

For full details contact Holmesglen at Eildon on (03) 57742631 or email eildon@holmesglen.edu.au.

Cost is $70 per adult (four course menu) and

$30 per child (12yrs and under – two course menu and gift from Santa).

Beat the winter blues and celebrate Christmas in July with friends and family this year at Holmesglen at Eildon…you’ll be impressed.

Holmesglen at Eildon is located at 92 Moore Road, Eildon, and more information is available by calling (03) 5774 2631 or see www.holmesglen. edu.au/eildon.

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

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GLENROWAN

Up, up and away EXPLORE, see, hear, feel, smell, taste and experience this Queenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Birthday weekend at the annual Trails, Tastings and Tales food and wine festival, to be held from June 11-13.

The participating wineries and brewery are Baileys of Glenrowan, Boothâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Taminick Cellars, Auldstone Cellars, Morrisons of Glenrowan and Black Dog Brewery. â&#x20AC;&#x153;As each of the four regional wineries and brewery skirt the base of the Warby Ovens National Park, the easy trail is doable in a day and a rewarding exploration along the country lanes and roadways,â&#x20AC;? said Jennifer Booth, marketing manager for the Glenrowan vignerons. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We will have a variety of live music that suits all tastes and the range of amusements at the cellar doors will provide a fun-ďŹ lled weekend. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Fresh produce, preserves and condiments will be on sale and

this year Black Dog Brewery have joined forces with the wineries to promote the diversity of the region, with beers on tap to satisfy the beer connoisseur. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The colourful air balloons will be returning to grace the skies. â&#x20AC;&#x153;A selection of delicious, warming lunches on the winery menus will tempt the tastebuds.â&#x20AC;?

The Trails, Tastings and Tales food and wine festival opening dinner will be held at Wangarattaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tower Restaurant on Thursday, June 9, for which reservations can be made on (03) 5723 6114.

The festival is a coach free zone for this weekend, although mini buses are welcome with pre-booking recommended.

To participate simply purchase a special Glenrowan glass and permit for $10 at Auldstone Cellars, Baileys of Glenrowan, Boothâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Taminick Cellars or Morrisons of Glenrowan and hit the trail.

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Gin still brings diversity to tourism scene HURDLE Creek Still is a new family owned gin distillery, situated midway between Milawa and the King Valley.

The distillery is owned and operated by Wendy Williams and Simon Brooke-Taylor.

Wendy and Simon’s vision started with a farm shed, a great concept and years of experience.

Simon has a degree in biochemistry and is also a master brewer while Wendy is a farmer with a background in accounting and sales.

The stillhouse was designed by Wendy using recycled materials.

The still was purpose built and the rest of the distillery has been created from rescued dairy vats.

The still has a direct gas fired pot with a six plate column, and the gin botanicals are vapour infused directly from the head of the still using a custom designed Carter head.

It’s important to Wendy and Simon that they use quality ingredients which are grown on the farm at Bobinawarrah or by neighbours, or

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foraged locally where possible.

Pink peppercorn, which grow all around the district, are harvested to give their Yardarm Gin a huge new world gin flavour.

Unlike many distillers, Wendy and Simon make their own spirit from barley and oats, which they mill using a recycled dairy feed mill.

The spent grains are fed to their

herd of shorthorn cattle, their horses and chooks so there’s no wastage.

They do all their own bottling and labelling so it’s a very hands on business.

On weekends they like to have the stillhouse operating so visitors can experience the process and smell the wonderful aromas that various stages of the process produce.

Currently Wendy and Simon make two gins - Yardarm, a new world distilled gin, and Evolution, a unique aniseed - but have plans to make other seasonal artisan products.

The stillhouse is always open on weekends and public holidays.

On weekdays the stillhouse is usually open but they always suggest you ring ahead to avoid the disappointment of a closed gate.

Hurdle Creek Still has been receiving great reviews, check them out on www.hurdlecreekstill. com.au or visit their Facebook page at facebook.com/hurdlecreekgin.

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You can also hire clothing, walking boots, toboggans and snow chains - everything for a complete experience.

In snow season, the buses from Mount Buller Bus Lines stop outside the Alzburg, and you can leave your car in the Alzburg car park and travel to the peak by bus.

The Alzburg also organises day tours from Melbourne to Mount Buller, with a stop at the MansďŹ eld resort to hire your snow gear.

The buses leave from Federation Square, Doncaster, Box Hill and Ringwood.

Other coach companies also base themselves at the Alzburg with school groups, and tourists from all over the world - it really is the place to begin and end your snow adventure.

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THE Alzburg Resort, situated in the heart of MansďŹ eld, is a one stop shop for all your winter activities on Mount Buller and Mount Sterling.

"We offer all levels of accommodation, up to three bedroom apartments," says proprietor Pat Bono.

"You can even get last minute rates by visiting our web site."

The resort offers great facilities when you are off mountain - a 14 metre heated under cover pool, spa, sauna and two ďŹ&#x201A;oodlit tennis courts, if you have any energy left after a day in the snow.

The dining room is open for breakfast for guests and the public from 6.30am to 10am, and for dinner at night, where diners can enjoy a meal and relax in front of the open ďŹ re.

The Alzburg has one of the biggest ski hire shops in the area, with around 700 skis and 550 snowboards.

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Take your tastebuds on a North East tour WHETHER you love fresh local produce, fine food or quality beverages, the North East leaves you truly spoiled for choice.

And as we head into the brisk weather of autumn and winter, there is no better way to spoil yourself and your loved ones than spending time at one of our region’s cosy cafes, restaurants and cellar doors.

From enjoying a hearty meal warmed by the heat of a nearby log

fire, to lingering over lunch in cosy surroundings, autumn and winter are some of the best months to experience all that the North East has to offer.

The region is well known for the amazing diversity of wine grown and produced here.

The wines range from robust reds to unique Mediterranean styles, and the many cellar doors boast sophisticated restaurants that perfectly partner their finest drops Meet the growers at EV Olive Groves and indulge in the taste of “prize-winning olive oil and famous gourmet olives.”

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For more information about Walkabout Apiaries, see walkaboutapiaries.com.au or drop into 1531 Snow Road, Milawa (open 9am-5pm most days.

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Record prize money Mangan, a well-known local who has had significant experience as an artist and arts administrator.

Dal Zotto Wines are once again generously sponsoring the Grand Winner prize of $3000.

Other sponsors include Hargraves Secured Investments, King River Estate, Eminence Wines, Chrismont, Boonderoo Farm, Casa Luna Gourmet Accommodation, Pizzini Wines, Ovens and King Builders, Domaine Chandon, RBA Financial Group, Brown Brothers, King Valley Tourism Association, Wangaratta Art Gallery and Dyson Group.

The Friends of the Art Show continue to grow in number and this year will contribute to several nonacquisitive awards.

The Art Show will be open throughout the weekend from 10am 5pm; cost of entry is $3 (children free).

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It is anticipated that more than 300 entries will once again vie for space at the King Valley Cucina, 4515 Wangaratta-Whitfield Rd, King Valley.

The Gala Opening, always a highlight, will be on Friday, June 10 from 7.30pm.

It is always a well-patronised event and early bookings are encouraged, as numbers will be limited.

The judge’s decisions will be announced while you sip a glass of local wine and nibble delicious canapés provided by the parents of Whitfield Primary School.

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COUNTRY GETAWAY: David Byrne in the grounds at Ardern’s Caravan Park.

Local caravan park continues to evolve STAYING at Ardern’s Caravan Park in Myrtleford has been a tradition for many generations of family, and the park continues to evolve and thrive under the newest owners, David and Leisa Byrne.

The couple took over the park in September 2014, making a treechange with their children from bustling Sydney, and they have made many improvements to the venue since then.

Mr Byrne said some of the improvements

and changes made in the past 18 months have included regressing and relevelling many sites, the construction of a dedicated office, and building two camp kitchens for the use of guests (with plans to build more).

Ardern’s Caravan Park has been popular with visitors for many decades, and the park has a range of accommodation options to suit visitors, from various caravan sites to welcoming cabins.

The caravan park is also pet friendly.

They are located a few minutes’ drive or walk from Myrtleford’s CBD, which boasts a range of cafes, restaurants, and other shopping to enjoy, or you can also enjoy nearby cycling trails, or take a trip to Lake Buffalo.

Ardern’s Caravan Park is located in Willow Grove, Myrtleford (just off the Great Alpine Road, at the Bright end of town) and more information is available by calling (03) 5752 1394 or on their Facebook page.

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Marmungun Rock begins carving Bullawah Cultural Trail THE next stage of the Bullawah Cultural Trail project has commenced with the carving of the large Marmungun Rock granite rock in Apex Park.

The 15 tonne rock, delivered by a large crane earlier this year, will signify the beginning of the walking trail.

The Marmungun Rock (Elders Rock) concept was designed by the late Wally Cooper, a highly respected Elder whose pride in his Aboriginal heritage and message for hope for the future inspired many.

Local indigenous artist Chris Thorne began carving animal motifs into the rock in May. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is a really exciting step toward achieving the Marmungun Rock Project and we are pleased Uncle Wallyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s passion for reconciliation

SOLID ROCK: Carvings on these rocks mark part of the ongoing Bullawah Cultural Trail project.

will continue and leave a legacy for future generations,â&#x20AC;? Mr Thorne said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;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 Marmungun Rock.â&#x20AC;?

Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s chair of administrators, Ailsa Fox, said itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s great to see this project come together. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There will be a lot happening in the coming months and it is fantastic to see relationships strengthen between indigenous and nonindigenous people in the local community who are all working to achieve a shared goal,â&#x20AC;? she said.

The Bullawah Cultural Trail winds along 2.4km of the beautiful Ovens Riverside path in Wangaratta and is due for completion in August.

The trail will feature several other sites with rock formations, sculptures, and have interpretive signage to help share indigenous culture and Dreamtime stories.

An indigenous garden with bush tucker is also planned.

The $180,000 project has been 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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PETITE Miniature Textiles Extravaganza continues PETITE: Miniature Textiles biennial exhibition, developed and presented by Wangaratta Art Gallery is growing in stature and prestige.

This is the ďŹ fth Petite exhibition with over 200 entries, 116 works by 97 artists from across the country have been selected and are on exhibition.

PETITE: Miniature Textiles showcases the diversity of approach in textile artistry.

This exhibition includes wide-ranging media including tapestry weaving, lace, sculpture, applique, assemblage, embroidery, felting, basketry and dyeing.

These techniques are used to create works that are not only decorative but often tackle deep and meaningful themes and concepts.

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INTENSE COLOUR: Joy Smithâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s work Strange Fruit #3, a 10.5x19.5cm woven tapestry, is part of the PETITE: Miniature Textiles exhibition at Wangaratta Art Gallery this winter.

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Colour is forefront in Joy Smithâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tapestry Strange Fruit, where home grown fruit take on an intense presence.

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Shopping gem in the west of Wangaratta IN the heart of Phillipson Street, in Wangaratta’s West End, Di and Rob Worthington run what they have dubbed “the little gem in the west” – West End Lotto and Wool.

The shop, established in 1987, is currently in its 29th year in business.

And from baby and children’s clothing, to knitting yarns and accessories, West End Lotto and Wool can help you find what you are looking for.

They sell the popular Love to Dream baby swaddles, which are well loved by parents for keeping babies comfortable as well as allowing them to self soothe.

The swaddles are available in various configurations to aid healthy child development, and more information on the brand is available on www.lovetodream.com.au as well as their Facebook and Instagram accounts.

The shop also sell Marquise singlets, bodysuits and tights.

Deck out your little one’s feet in Baby Paws Australian made leather shoes, or pick up some Blade and Rose Leggings.

Mums can enjoy wearing bright necklaces from Bambino Bling, which also serve as soothing teethers for babies.

West End Lotto and Wool stocks a range of

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More and more people are enjoying the delights of learning to knit or crochet, and West End Lotto and Wool have an excellent selection of buttons, accessories and yarn from Patons, Cleckheaton, Panda, Sirdar, King Cole, Wendy, Naturally and Heirloom.

They also have a knitting service, where you can pick your pattern and yarn and have it knitted especially for you by a local knitter – ideal to treat yourself, or for that one of a kind special present.

If you are a keen sewer, West End Lotto and Wool also pride themselves on their selection of buttons and haberdashery.

There is also customer convenience, with easy parking and handy ATM access.

See the extensive range at West End Lotto and Wool for yourself at 51 Phillipson Street, Wangaratta, or for more information, call (03) 5721 3142.

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