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‘backyard’ RATHER than dash through the many wonderful tourism attractions in the Yarra Ranges, why not simply take time to wander? It’s a good question. And one Tourism Victoria has sought to answer in its latest marketing campaign, called Wander Victoria, which aims to encourage citydwellers to get out and experience what regional Victoria has to offer. The Yarra Ranges is one of 11 regions to feature heavily in the recently launched campaign, with the television commercial even including a clip of the Piggery Cafe in the Dandenong Ranges. Yarra Ranges Tourism has worked in partnership with Tourism Victoria on the campaign and is leveraging this as their major marketing activity for the year. According to Visit Victoria’s Melanie de Souza, who recently addressed the Yarra Ranges Tourism Summit at the Eastern Golf Club, the aim is to help people connect with their own environment. And it’s a fantastic premise to explore, especially during the winter months. Yes, there are many beautiful wineries and we have Puffing Billy, but we are lucky to have so many icons in the Yarra Ranges with which we can connect. And they are as inspiring as the sceneries that surround. With the wander theme in mind, this edition of Tourist News has aimed to provide plenty of rousing suggestions. For example, we’ve highlighted a delicious array of jams and preserves on offer, which can help you wander through mountain villages and valley townships. We’ve also included a feature on a new business initiative, which encourages tourists to pedal their way around our wineries. Don’t forget, we’re all about inclusion in the Yarra Ranges, with the magnificent TrailRider offering access to our trails for people with limited mobility. So, why not try something different this winter? Throw away your extensive itinerary, and perhaps even ignore some ‘pressing engagements’, and simply walk out your back door and connect with your own backyard. Peter Douglas Editor
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Winter Warmers
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27 EDITOR Peter Douglas Mail News Group Phone: 5957 3711 Email: editor@mailnewsgroup.com.au ADVERTISING Tracey Aitken Mail News Group 244 Maroondah Hwy, Healesville 3777 Phone: 5957 3700 Fax: 5957 3777 Email: tracey.aitken@mailnewsgroup.com.au
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REASONS Bushwalks
Puffing Billy destination
TO VISIT GEMBROOK
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Hop aboard the historic Puffing Billy train and ride it to the end of the line to bushland Gembrook. Enjoy the breath-taking scenic view of the Dandenongs and untouched forest. Picnic grounds, parks and Puffing Billy’s refreshment room are all located at Gembrook Station. The return journey takes about five hours or one-way tickets from Belgrave to Gembrook taking one hour and 50 minutes. If you’re already in town, make sure to stop in and check out the old-style platform and J.A.C. Russell Park situated opposite the station.
Gembrook’s surrounding forests are ideal for exploring natural bushland and animal spotting. Wright Forest, located between Avonsleigh and Cockatoo, is perfect for bushwalks and supplies picnic facilities. Keep a look-out for the Puffing Billy as it passes! Kurth Kiln Regional Park, 7km from Gembrook, is a free-of-charge camping destination, and is popular for picnics and hiking, horse riding and mountainbike riding. If you’re looking for more adventure, make sure you check out Bunyip State Park, well known for its four-wheeldrive tracks, accommodating for all levels of skill. Trailbike riding and a 41km horse trail ride is also available in this beautiful forest.
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Local produce History Gembrook is rich with Australian history. The town provided timber, charcoal and farming produce to Melbourne along The Puffing Billy line during the World War II. Take the historical signposted walk through J.A.C Russell Park opposite Puffing Billy Station and pay your respects to local World War I soldiers through the Avenue of Honour and Anzac Memorial. Be sure to see the Gembrook Centenary Log on Redwood Road, commemorating the work of the local timber industry.
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Vintage Motoring Museum Here’s one for the rev-heads! Check out The Motorist Collection Museum’s impressive display of vintage vehicles and memorabilia, located on 77 Main Street, Gembrook. A selection of the exclusive, old-fashioned vehicles is available for car hire for weddings, tours and joyrides. Housed in an old mechanic garage from the 1920s, this historical building provides the perfect setting to explore the processes of vehicle restoration and appreciation.
Embrace Gembrook’s farming history and local produce at the Sunday Market. Situated at Puffing Billy Station, and held on the fourth Sunday of each month, this environmentally friendly local market supports sustainable living, and fresh and original produce. Purchase a freshly brewed coffee and meander through the stalls of locally made foods, goods and plant sales. There’s fun for the kids with jumping castles or petting zoos provided. Enjoy the surreal surroundings of Puffing Billy Station and the forest while talking to locals and learning about sustainable living.
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DINING
Time out for
dinner WITH the evenings drawing in again, it’s a perfect time to enjoy dinner at Sanctuary House Restaurant and Bar in Badger Creek. The delectable menu features everything from home-made parmas to the finest scotch fillet, all cooked to order and sourced from the finest and freshest local ingredients. Vegetarian options are available and the chef is happy to tailor a dish for anyone who has special requirements, including food intolerances and allergies. Sanctuary House has a good range of local wines to complement the menu, with tap and imported beers also available. For those who would prefer to linger a little longer, without having to factor in driving home, there is always the option of booking a room and making a night of it. On-site accommodation is available in four-star for couples, including the super deluxe suite complete with four poster bed and private spa, and 3.5 star for families. Another highlight at Sanctuary House is the Seniors’ Day show, with lunch and live entertainment for seniors and their families, on the last Thursday of every month. Whether it is accommodation, dining, special functions or live entertainment, Sanctuary House is a wonderful Yarra Valley destination. Sanctuary House Resort Motel and Restaurant is located at 326 Badger Creek Road, Healesville, near Healesville Sanctuary. For bookings, call (03) 5962 5148, or book accommodation online 24 hours a day at www.sanctuaryhouse.com.au.
The menu features everything from home-made parmas to the finest scotch fillet.
There is always the option of booking a room and making a night of it.
Warburton Holiday Park 30 Woods Point Road, Warburton, Victoria 3799 Australia Phone: 03 5966 2277 Fax: 03 5966 2433 Office Hours 9am to 7pm
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Warburton Holiday Park is located North East of Melbourne by the picturesque Yarra River with stunning views like Mount Donna Buang. We have campsites, cabins, BBQ facilities and a great playground.
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Mount Evelyn Art MOUNT Evelyn is known for containing some of the best local artists this side of the Yarra River and Jodie Westall-Kimpton from Jodee Creations is no exception. Jodee Creations supplies local and online customers with a beautiful and varied range of designer and handmade jewellery, home wares and giftware choices; as well as cards and giftwrapping options. The intention behind Jodee Creations is to create quality, Australian designed creations that are largely handmade from Australian materials where possible. Jodee Creations jewellery is made with quality materials and reflects the local flavour of the beautiful surrounds of both the Dandenong Ranges and the Yarra Valley. The original designs and artfully crafted pieces incorporate quality materials including sustainably managed wood, handpoured resin, Australian Opals, eye catching fabrics and precious metals.
Jodie Westall-Kimpton is the driving force behind Jodee Creations. Picture: ROB CAREW
The jewellery range includes earrings, brooches, hair clips, pendants, and other unique and one-of-a-kind pieces. Distinct and unique ranges include the Precious Metals Range, the Naturally Beautiful Range, the Resin Range, the Australiana Range, and the Clay Range. While Ms Westall-Kimpton offers exquisite pre-made pieces, customers have the option to order their own custom designed, and made, Jodee Creations piece; providing a unique gift, or personal keepsake.
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The designs on offer through the store can also be personalised with details such as names and dates or hand painted for an extra special touch you will find nowhere else. Stunning greeting cards, writing stationery and prints are all taken from original artworks by Ms Westall-Kimpton and the opportunity to commission an artwork is also available.
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Jodee Creations also features in their gallery works by other Australian artists and designers such as Porcelain Jewellery from Bendigo, designer light fixtures by local artist Mathias Scoriot and works by our in house author, Nadine Evans-Ker. In addition to the Australian-created items, and for further gift giving and homewares needs, Jodee Creations also has a splash of colour from around the world including cushions, throws, clothing, handbags and purses, and jewellery items. It is important to Jodee Creations that access to beautiful things be affordable for everyone and so prices are kept reasonable and the range vast. For business promotion and development needs; award winning sister company, Jobo Design, provides graphic design services including branding, marketing, advertising and printing/print management.
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Located at 4 York Road, Mount Evelyn, Jodee Creations is a mustsee when visiting this beautiful town as the creations inside are as breath-taking as the surrounding area.
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Fruit’s seasonal appeal
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PICKING fruit fresh from the trees is not always as appealing in winter as it is in the warmer weather. But, that doesn’t mean you can’t relish the delicious fruits (and vegies) for which this region is famous. When fruits are at their best, and most plentiful, producers around the hills and valleys are busy chopping and stirring, simmering and tasting, bottling and jarring ... and generally preserving all those wonderful flavours in sauces and syrups, jams and jellies, relishes and mustards, vinegars and chutneys. Searching out the very best, and most unusual, of these preserves can take you on a tour of delightful places from the mountain villages of the Dandenong Ranges through the magnificent Yarra Valley townships and beyond to places like Marysville, Toolangi and Kinglake. Names such as Australian Harvest, Jam Lady Jam, Yarra Valley Gourmet Foods, Kookaberry, Rayners Orchards, Warratina and Toscanos are just a small number of the many bespoke kitchens creating and marketing preserves that keep the delicious fruits on everyone’s menu all year round. Some of the produce you’ll find bottled, and often in amazing combinations, are kiwi fruit, hazelnuts, tomatoes, stone fruits, lemons and grapefruit, quince and chillies, and, of course, berries of all sorts ... logan, boysen, straw, black and blue – to mention but a few! No need to go without the flavours and sheer enjoyment of seasonal fruit just because it’s a bit chilly outside, it’s all still here to enjoy.
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Warburton Lodge is a motel which has wonderful facilities (tennis court, conference centre, BBQ areas, etc.) and is wonderfully located to take advantage of the sites and views of the Yarra Valley. If you are looking for a place to stay in Warburton, then choose the motel with atmosphere and heritage; Warburton Lodge, a wonderful motel in the Yarra Valley.
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Situated in the most scenic part of Warburton with spectacular views of Mt Victoria, Mt Donna Buang and the Yarra Ranges National Park. Warburton Lodge is a relaxing hotel for a quiet time or as a base from which to explore and discover this very special environmental wonderland.
18 Park Rd, Warburton 3777 Ph 5966 2037 www.warburtonlodge.com.au Specialising in locally produced Art, Gifts, Homewares, Jewellery, Personal Care & Produce
Dorothy & Mike Winter
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MARYSVILLE
There are scenic walks around Marysville, such as Keppel Lookout.
Unsure of where to go next? The Visitor Information Centre can put you on the right path. Picture: CONTRIBUTED
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Marysville BY JESSE GRAHAM WHEN it comes to exploring the Yarra Valley, Dandenong Ranges and their surrounds over winter, it’s hard to go past Marysville as a key stopping point on any adventure. Located on the far side of the Black Spur, about 40 minutes’ drive from Healesville, the trip to Marysville alone is wonderfully scenic, with a winding drive through the forest, which briefly opens up onto the town of Narbethong. Marysville is where the winter weather really takes hold, with snow just minutes away on Lake Mountain and shops dotted along Murchison Street offering hire of whatever tools you may need to take it on. Skiing and tobogganing are both available at Lake Mountain Alpine Resort, or snow play for visitors who want to build a snowman. There are plenty of places to stop in for a coffee, a hot bowl of soup or a pie and sauce for a pre-snow heat up – though the town itself is an icon worth spending a day in. Gallipoli Park, at the far end of the town’s main street, has a bustling playground for children to enjoy and walking tracks leading around the park and into the bush for those after something a little quieter. There are even fishing spots along the river. Bruno’s Art and Sculpture Garden is worth a visit, with artist Bruno Torfs carving magnificent artworks into wood. A few minutes out of town is Steavensons Falls, a colossal 84-metre waterfall that visitors can walk to the top of. Set aside an hour to take in the view properly. The falls are illuminated until 11pm, so a latenight visit is a must. There are 13 tracks and trails that weave around the town and its 10 WINTER 2016
Walk along Marysville’s Murchison Street – there’s so much to see and do. surrounding bushland – maps are available at the Visitor Information Centre, or on the Visit Marysville App. Accommodation is easily accessible, with guest houses, camping spots, a caravan park and a hotel to cater for every different visitor’s taste. There are even a few watering holes in the town, for a post-ski, post-walk or post-play de-brief. Driving through the town, it’s easy to see a beautiful and bustling tourist area that has bounced back since the devastating 2009 bushfires. Take it in at your own pace – but you won’t be able to see it all in a day. Touristnews
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Quality experiences for guests Days will again be providing quality food and wine. While ‘Your Own Chef for the Night’ and ‘A Cooking Class at Your Place’ are especially aimed at overnight visitors. Taking advantage of the busy snow season, ‘a Winter Christmas in Marysville’ is a traditional Christmas Dinner prepared and served at their accommodation. Proprietor Chris Muir said they always looked towards providing a quality experience. “I am excited at the level of enthusiasm about this new venture from our partners and the accommodation providers,” he said.
The beautiful Steavenson Falls, Marysville, is a must-see.
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TERRACOTTA Days is a new business providing quality experience activities to the visitors of the beautiful Marysville area. Partnering with local businesses to provide the activities, Terracotta Days will make all the arrangements for the guest including local transportation, booking and hosting their experience. Activity experiences are one of the main reasons visitors choose to stay in Marysville and the region. Terracotta Days ensures guests have every opportunity to enjoy what the businesses in the area have to offer. Included in the range of experiences, Terracotta
A Matter of Taste ‘Delicious Natural Goodness’
HOMEWARES & TIMBER FURNITURE Unique Homeware & Decor for every Home Handmade Timber Furniture
Local Produce, oils, dressings, olives and more! Nutritious platters and hampers. Ph: 0409 252 620 Web: www.amatteroftasteolivesandmore.com The Courtyard, Village Walk Marysville
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Make your visit to Marysville even more memorable. Book a local activity experience with terracotta days and all you have to do is have fun and create your memories.
terracotta days Enjoy the experience Create the memory
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Turn to them for
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LOOK no further if you’re considering selling, investing, or looking for holiday or permanent rental accommodation in Marysville and surrounding towns. Directors Georgia Hester and Jenny Pullen took over the Marysville Triangle Real Estate Agency in April last year. Established in 2009, following the devastating Black Saturday bushfires, the agency has helped locals and new investors to rebuild and develop the town into the vibrant place it is today. As the sole real estate agency, Professionals Marysville is centrally located in the main street of town. The business is run by experienced local people who can help find you the perfect property for your holiday, your business or your treechange lifestyle. If you are selling, the Professionals network gives you access to promote your property on six real estate websites, also being aligned with the Methven Group which has offices in Lilydale, Mount Evelyn, Mooroolbark and Croydon. This makes them the largest agency in the outer eastern suburbs, which has a large buyer pool for all varieties of properties, creating the greatest exposure possible. For holidaymakers to the area, they have a selection of beautiful houses, studios and apartments at a range of prices to suit all budgets. They have associations with local businesses, which enables them to create unique packages for your specific needs – like a Chef for the Night from ‘Terracotta Days’ or the ‘Marysville Golf Club’, one of Victoria’s best country courses. Marysville is an ideal destination for lovers of nature and the outdoors.
The friendly team are ready to help with all your needs. Add to that the abundance of exciting and interesting things to see and do; and only 90 minutes’ drive from Melbourne, you will soon discover there is something for everyone all-year round. So, let them help you to find the perfect place to live or holiday in Marysville and surrounds.
Marysville Triangle Real Estate is excited to announce the new look agency. Inspired by Directors Georgia Hester and Jenny Pullen the new brand gives wider exposure to all our clients, including; buyers, sellers, tenants and holiday makers. While our signs have changed we have not. We will still be bringing you our quality service creating a memorable experience for all. Our friendly team is happy to answer any enquiries you have. Locals working with locals Property Sales ~ Rentals ~ Holiday Homes 20 Murchison St, Marysville T: 03 5963 4491 W:www.professionalsmarysville.com.au E:enquiries@professionalsmarysville.com.au
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Marysville to the snow
We can provide everything you will need for the snow at very competitive prices:
THINKING of heading to Lake Mountain Alpine Resort this winter?
•Toboggans •Snow play packages •Cross-country ski equipment •Snow shoes •Walking boots •Protective Clothing •Beanies, gloves and accessories
Marysville has you covered. Country Touch offers a shuttle bus from Marysville through to Lake Mountain Alpine Resort for those without transport or who would rather not drive through alpine conditions.
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Your return fee also includes entry to the Alpine Resort and there is plenty of room on board to accommodate your toboggans and skis!
Lake Mountain is a family friendly, popular destination for all ages.
Before boarding the bus, head on over to Marysville Ski Centre and pick up everything you will need for your day in the snow; from ski boots, to overpants, toboggans and more. You can even book in a ski lesson before you dare to take on the slopes on your own.
Opening Hours: Monday - Friday 7.30 am - 6.00 pm Saturday & Sunday 7.00 am - 6.00 pm
Marysville Ski Centre is located at 29 Murchison Street, Marysville. The Lake Mountain Snow Bus drops off and picks up at Country Touch, 24 Murchison Street, Marysville.
Phone: 5963 3455
For fares and timetables, visit lakemountainsnowbus.com.
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LAKE MOUNTAIN SNOW BUS Operating since 2002 between Marysville and the Lake Mountain snow fields. Prior bookings essential. www.lakemountainsnowbus.com
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COUNTRY TOUCH SHOP Open every day with quality possum & merino knitwear, leather hats, Thomas Cook clothing range, homewears, soft toys, children’s games etc. www.countrytouch.com.au 24 Murchison St, Marysville Phone; 5963 3753 or 0417 633 753 Touristnews
WARRANDYTE
Charms of the bush
Located in beautiful, scenic Warrandyte Huntress is a family owned restaurant offering a mixture of Italian and Modern Australian cuisine. With a friendly atmosphere, menu to please and authentic wood-fired pizzas, come and enjoy a true Italian experience! Great Value, Wholesome Food and Excellent Service
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BY VICTORIA STONE-MEADOWS WINDING along the bank of the Yarra River and surrounded by the Warrandyte State Park, the town of Warrandyte has the all the charm of the bush, just 30 kilometres from the Melbourne CBD. With fantastic cafes tucked along the main street, like Warrandyte Cafe, you will find the most delightful meals and spectacular coffee. Even in the winter months, the beautiful tree canopy created by the native old-growth trees offer such cover that a walk along the Yarra River at full flow is a walk worth taking. A visit to Warrandyte will reveal a marvellous collection of local-run shops and emporiums with unique items found nowhere else that speak to the unique nature of the town. A hotspot for talented artists and skilled craftspeople, Warrandyte has a rich selection of locally made and hand-crafted jewellery, ornaments and other collectables. A fine example of the local talent Warrandyte has to offer is Ruby Tuesday Jewellery, right in the heart of town, offering handmade and custom jewellery pieces for every occasion. Warrandyte is the site of Victoria’s very first gold discovery in 1851 and the town keeps this history close to its heart with many nature walks encompassing the old mining grounds. Relics left from the gold boom era can be found dotted through the Warrandyte State Park that make for a great day of exploring history in the bush. Many native flora and fauna species make their home in the bushlands around the Warrandyte township and keen nature watchers will find a wealth of spectacular wildlife to observe. With so much to see, experience and explore, just one day in Warrandyte is rarely enough to satisfy. The Crystal Brook Tourist Park is located just four minutes from the very heart of Warrandyte and offers a visitor experience second to none. With an in-ground pool, disabled access, pet friendly accommodation and much more, Crystal Brook Tourist Park has accommodation to suit anyone and everyone. With all this and so much more, Warrandyte is the perfect combination of historic bush adventure and modern township where you are sure to find just what you are looking for.
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WINTER WARMERS Hot Apple Cider
Mulled Wine
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Get your winter warmers BY VICTORIA STONE-MEADOWS WINTER in a tourist destination can be one of the most pleasant times of the year to visit. Places are less crowded, there is a crisp and refreshing chill in the air, and nature has a hushed sense of sleepiness while we all rest before springtime is upon us. The Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges offer some spectacular winter retreats when there is the possibility of snow on Mt Dandenong and the Valley is shrouded with low clouds that create a beautiful dreamscape. There is no better time to pull out that snuggly wool scarf and double-lined coat for a trip into one of Victoria’s most popular tourist destinations. It’s also the perfect opportunity to mix up some delightful drinks to share with friends and family when cosy around a fire and soak up the pristine views only winter can bring about. These three warm winter drinks will have the chill out of your bones in no time and give a chance to experience the best local produce in a new way. Mulled Wine – serves 12 The cooler weather is no deterrent to the world-class wine makers of the Yarra Valley and knocking up a batch of spicy mulled wine is the perfect chance to enjoy a spectacular vintage with a warming winter twist. Ingredients: · 20 whole cloves · 2 tangerines or small oranges · 2 x 750-ml bottles Merlot · 3 cups fresh apple cider · 8 Pink Lady apples (optional) · 2 cinnamon sticks plus 8 for garnish (garnish optional) 20 WINTER 2016
· 2 green cardamom pods, cracked · 2 cups Tawny Port Preparation: Press the stem (pointed) end of 10 cloves into each of the citrus fruits, piercing through the skin. Place the citrus fruit, wine, cider, Pink Lady apples (if using), 2 cinnamon sticks, and cardamom pods in a large pot. Bring to a bare simmer over medium-low heat; cook gently for 20 minutes. Be careful not to boil or your winter beverage will lose its warming punch. Stir in the port. Divide among glasses; garnish each with a cinnamon stick and a Pink Lady apple, if desired. NOTE: Mulled wine can be made 2 hours in advance. Cover and let stand at room temperature. Re-warm gently over mediumlow heat before adding port. Peppermint Patty – 1 serve If you have more of a sweet tooth, this delicious little drink will give you that sweetness with a warm peppermint kick. There isn’t anything quite like a hot chocolate to warm the winter bones, unless you turn that hot chocolate into a creamy liquid mint slice with very little preparation. Ingredients: · 30ml peppermint schnapps · 15ml dark creme de cacao · 1 teaspoon creme de menthe · Hot drinking chocolate · Whipped cream · Shaved chocolate or chocolate sprinkles for garnish Preparation: Pour the liqueurs into a mug or coffee glass.
Fill with hot chocolate. Top with whipped cream. Garnish with shaved chocolate or chocolate sprinkles. NOTE: Best drunk piping hot. This is a simple recipe so very easy to go back for seconds (and thirds). Hot Apple Cider – serves 10 The Yarra Valley known for its top quality wine but also boasts some of the counties best craft breweries. Cider is typically a summer drink, conjuring images of bright sunlight and light-hearted fun, but this sweet brewed beverage can also be a winner in winter. Similar to mulled wine, hot apple cider made with fresh local brew might be just the thing you are looking for. Ingredients: · 2 litres apple cider · 1/2 cup orange juice · 1 cup high proof Bourbon · 2 tablespoons sugar · 2 teaspoon whole cloves · Four cinnamon sticks · 1 teaspoon nutmeg Preparation: Mix all the ingredients in a large pot except bourbon and bring to a boil. Simmer for about 15 minutes. Add the bourbon and stir. Immediately strain and serve. NOTE: May be garnished with fresh orange or lemon slice, or a cinnamon stick in each mug. And as always, feel free to add bourbon individually as desired. Touristnews
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The art
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BY JESSE GRAHAM THE YARRA Ranges is an area that completely changes with the seasons – summer brings vibrant days for exploring, while winter brings the cold and plenty of opportunities to rug up. But the array of performances, plays and exhibitions held around the area are worth braving the wet and the cold for, with world-class art on display year-round. Lilydale’s Yarra Ranges Regional Museum will be hosting Rod McNicol’s memento mori exhibition until 17 July, featuring works from Mr McNicol’s career, with beautiful and striking black and white and colour portraits.
The Melba Opera Trust, meanwhile, will be playing at The Memo from 2pm on Sunday 3 July, with three young opera singers performing in the homeland of the famous Dame Nellie Melba. On Sunday 31 July, the Melbourne Guitar Quartet will perform their unique music over an afternoon at the arts centre in Warburton, starting at 2pm. At Upwey’s Burrinja, the Nicholas Chamber Orchestra and the Singularity Choir will perform Mozart’s Requiem from 2pm on Sunday 14 August. Tickets to each show are $26, or $22 for concession holders. The stage show of The Woman in Black will be performed at the Arts Centre on Saturday 20 and Sunday 21 August, and at The Memo on Saturday 27 August and Sunday 4 September. The show centres on a young solicitor who is sent to settle a deceased estate, when strange things start occurring – things the locals don’t talk about. On Saturday 23 July, The Man they Call the Banjo will be performed
Rod McNicol’s ‘Jack 1986-2006’, from the series A Portrait Revisited, on display at Yarra Ranges Regional Museum. Photo courtesy: ROD McNICOL at the Arts Centre, exploring 1896’s Great Shearer’s Strike and the famous Banjo Paterson. Tickets to The Woman in Black and The Man they Call the Banjo are $28, $24 for concession holders or $20 per person for groups of more than six, with the Saturday performances starting at 7.30pm and the Sunday performances starting at 2pm. The Yarra Ranges Regional Museum is located at 35-37 Castella Street, Lilydale and Burrinja is located at the corner of Glenfern Road and Matson Drive in Upwey. The Memo is located at 235 Maroondah Highway, Healesville, while the Upper Yarra Arts Centre can be found at 3409 Warburton Highway, Warburton. For more information about any of these events – and the many others held over winter in the Yarra Ranges – visit ach.yarraranges.vic.gov.au or call 1300 368 333.
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Those after a night of classical music can see the Arcadia Wind Quintet, which is performing at The Memo in Healesville from 2pm on Sunday 28 August.
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Healesville Q&A BY TALIN HADLOW What is on the must-see list in Healesville? Healesville Sanctuary is definitely a top attraction to see. The Yarra Valley Chocolaterie and Ice Creamery is popular, especially with families, it’s a great spot to take the kids. Four Pillars Gin in Healesville opened six months ago and is a great success. They provide a good atmosphere. Where would you go for a nice lunch out? Tarrawarra Winery, definitely. They have a great menu and the surroundings are beautiful. We always recommended people to visit the Tarrawarra Museum of Art, too. It’s an amazing thing to have locally in the area and it draws many people in. A must-see if you’re in the Yarra Valley region. Innocent Bystander is a great spot, too. Delicious food and interesting environment. It has always been a popular place to go.
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are playgrounds and barbecue spots to have a picnic. The Healesville Train Rides are an enjoyable spot for families to visit and ride the rail trolleys, go through tunnels and marvel at the scenery. There are also some child-friendly wineries in the area if you were planning to go for a nice lunch. Domain Chandon Winery off Maroondah Highway in Coldstream and Oakridge Winery are popular restaurants for families. What types of local produce can you find in Healesville? And where? We are lucky enough to have a large variety of local produce in the Yarra Valley region. Yarra Valley Dairy produces beautiful cheeses and is a nice cafe to visit and sample different tastings on display. Yarra Valley Gateway Estate in Coldstream is stocked with lots of local goodies, and has a cafe and their own strawberry picking farm. A final restaurant is Yarra Valley Pasta in Healesville who make their own pasta and sauces. Delicious.
What nightlife does Healesville provide? Herd Bar and Restaurant in Main Street, Healesville, is a funky place to have a drink after work and relax. Fluid Lounge Bar and Cafe is very popular for the younger crowd to go on a Friday or Saturday night.
Come and visit us at Jason's Restaurant for delicious meals made from local produce, while taking in stunning views of Port Phillip Bay. Open Wednesday through to Sunday for Lunch & Dinner
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What fun activities are there for the kids? Healesville Sanctuary is a big one for the kids, so much to do and see and is always exciting. The Yarra Valley is full of parks and outdoor areas like Maroondah Reservoir Park and Dam which is a lot of fun; there
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What would an ideal day in Healesville be? I always suggest visitors should experience a winery tour. Perhaps visit three or four wineries of their choice in the area, sample different wines and choose one to have a nice lunch. Then head to the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie and Ice Creamery, and delight in an ice-cream for dessert. You can’t pass it up. And to finish off the day, I suggest visitors should experience Four Pillars Gin on the way home, to relax with a glass of gin or a cocktail.
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Steam back
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BY KATH GANNAWAY STEP back in time, then step on board for a rail trip that will delight young and old alike. Winter is a perfect time to visit the Yarra Valley Railway, based at the 127-year-old Healesville Railway Station. Warm up in front of a roaring log fire in the refreshment rooms then step out onto the platform as the immaculately restored 1948 Walker Rail Motor pulls up for that “all aboard” invitation. Then enjoy your trip, snuggled up against the cold outside. A personal welcome aboard by the guard on duty is the start of a unique and exciting glimpse of a truly beautiful part of the Yarra Valley. Sounding the traditional warning whistle as it approaches the rail crossing, the historic Walker RM22 Railmotor sets off on the return trip from Healesville to Tunnel Hill, crossing the Watts River, motoring under the Donovan’s Road overbridge and passing through the historic (and reportedly, haunted) tunnel at Tarrawarra Winery. Just sit back, relax and take in the spectacular sights and sounds of the valley from your front-row seat aboard RM22. You can enjoy a coffee or a meal at the station or take the short stroll into town to choose from the many eateries that line the main street. Healesville’s strip shopping is rated among the best in Yarra Ranges with boutique clothing, homewares, jewellery and other shops offering the opportunity for some relaxed browsing - and exciting buying! For young families, the railway-themed playground at the railway station is another attraction that will add to the day’s enjoyment. The Walker Railmotor departs Healesville station every hour from 10am to 4pm on Sundays, public holidays and on Wednesdays and Sundays during school holidays. Group bookings can be arranged at any time on request. To get into training for a winter rail excursion to Healesville, visit www. yvr.com.au or 5962 2490.
All aboard at the historic Healesville railway station.
Enjoy the hospitality of the station cafe.
There’s a light, and possibly a ghost, at the end of this tunnel!
The railway-themed playground is popular with the kids.
Waiting for the rail motor.
Located at the base of the Dandenong Foothills, the Dorset Gardens Hotel is the perfect place to stay. Whether you’re on business, attending a Conference or looking for a place to relax and stay, our motel accommodation caters for all needs with a variety of room types available. Located adjacent to the Hotel complex, guests can also enjoy the convenience of all the Hotel facilities in close proximity. Our 3.5 star motel accommodation provides spacious rooms with all the amenities guests require. The property offers 45 motel style rooms including 2 family rooms, double & twin and a 5 bedroom apartment with private courtyard. Our helpful and friendly staff are on hand and look forward to making sure your stay is a relaxing & comfortable experience.
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Trails now free to all BY PETER DOUGLAS WHAT’S stopping people with limited mobility from enjoying the awe-inspiring views in the Yarra Ranges? Not much, thanks to a motorised all-terrain wheelchair, called a TrailRider. More than ever, there are plenty of reasons to get out there and explore regions that previously might have proven difficult for people with a disability. The TrailRider is a cross between a wheelchair and a rickshaw, though they are designed to suit sandy or rough tracks, making it easy to access the many stunning trails and parks. The motor on the chair makes it easy to navigate obstacles commonly found on trails. Community Inclusion Co-ordinator, Parks Victoria, John Kenwright, said the TrailRider opened up new possibilities for people with limited mobility. “Everyone has the right to enjoy the benefits of being in nature and we want to help everyone to be active in our parks,” he said. “This is just one way we are making this possible.” The TrailRider can be found at Grants on Sherbrooke cafe at Grant's Picnic Area in Mount Dandenong National Park.
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try the Sherbrooke Loop in the Dandenong Ranges National Park.
Parks Victoria chief executive officer, Bradley Fauteux, said it was a great initiative and applauded any project that increased participation in nature-based tourism.
Starting at Sherbrooke Picnic Ground, the 4.8km loop walk takes in numerous spectacular vegetation; from moist temperate rainforests and ferns, to towering Mountain Ash trees.
He encouraged newcomers to the TrailRider to simply give it a try. As one suggestion, eager nature-goers could
The park features more than 130 species of birds, including the elusive lyrebird.
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The TrailRider was on display at the recent Yarra Ranges Tourism Summit at the Eastern
David Stratton using a TrailRider with his wife and carer Ros Hart. Picture: CONTRIBUTED
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A VISIT to Grants on Sherbrooke is always a pleasure. Located in the Dandenong Ranges this well known refreshment icon has catered to tourists and locals since the 1950s. Owner/operators, Cheryl and Geoff Campbell completed refurbishments late in 2005 doubling the size of the original building. Grants specialise in Australian seasonal cooking and guests can dine in air conditioned comfort indoors or by the cosy log fire in winter. In summer, guests can dine alfresco among the natural bush setting.
Browse in the Gift Shop, which has one of the largest ranges of quality Australiana Gifts and Souvenirs east of Melbourne.
Our services include: • New Menu • Licensed Café • Functions - from 15 to 120 guests • Devonshire Tea
To book the TrailRider, contact (03) 9755 2588.
The floor to ceiling windows in the restaurant allow patrons to view the natural Australian bushland with rosellas, kookaburras, lyrebirds, cockatoos, wallabies and even the occasional echidna wandering around. Grants is the only place in Victoria where visitors are permitted to hand feed the native birds. 9am to 5pm in feeding area only.
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Your own two wheels BY VICTORIA STONE-MEADOWS THE Yarra Valley and the Dandenong Ranges are a tourist destination like no other that covers a vast area and includes so much to see. Previously the only way to really immerse yourself in the splendour of the hills and majesty of the valley was by car or bus, limiting the experience of getting up close and personal with nature. Luckily, Kerrie Lyons has designed a new way to get about and experience the Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges with fewer restrictions and enjoy a more immersive adventure. Pedals Australia offers visitors to the Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges a chance to visit the beautiful wilderness, world-class wineries and historical sites by bike. The services offered by Pedals Australia are fully mobile and visitors can be picked up from their accommodation, public transport spots of prior organised meeting points. With no shortage of exciting and awe-inspiring tracks to explore within the Yarra Ranges, Pedals Australia offer an experience to explore like no other in the area. Kerrie Lyons has years of experience in both the wine and adventure holidays, having worked in France on a similar business. “I have visited many wine regions around the world and often hired bikes,” she said. “It was so disappointing to find there was no real option for visitors to explore the Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges bicycle, especially when it is such a rich area for food, wine and stunning natural beauty.” Ms Lyons has made it her business to give everyone the chance to
have the best opportunity to see the best parts of the Yarra Ranges with no time pressure or worries about cycling ability. “It definitely gives customers a lot of comfort to know I can drop them off and pick them up at a time that suits them, or respond to any requirements they have during the day,” she said. Ms Lyons is proud to give people an opportunity to get “a very different perspective than travelling by car.” “Cycling is a very simple outdoor activity which is healthy and puts you in direct touch with nature, providing a great reward no matter your fitness level or interest in bikes,” she said. With options for trek hybrid and mountain bike hire, there is an option for everyone that includes your bike, helmet, bike lock and transfer within 10km of the meeting point. Pedals Australia offers custom rides or packages as well as self-guided maps, tips, tricks and cycling advice so customers get the most out of their cycling adventure. All bicycles are fitted with front suspension and are fully serviced, cleaned and maintained before each day so customers know they have the best equipment before they set out for the day. Bookings can be made through Kerrie Lyons on 0449 999 588 or by email on hire@pedalsbikes.com.au.
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SNOWFIELDS
Time for the snowman BY PETER DOUGLAS TWO of the most exciting winter destinations are gearing up for a fun-packed 2016 winter season, which is sure to encourage adventure and family fun. Lake Mountain Resort and Mt Donna Buang are the nearest snowfields to Melbourne and, combined, attract more than 100,000 visitors each winter. Mac and Jesse from They are popular simply because the Lake when there is snow, there Mountain are toboggans, snow fights, Ski Patrol snowmen and plenty of awe(LMSP). inspiring panoramic views. Picture: Some of the main attractions JESSE at Lake Mountain include crossGRAHAM country skiing (lessons available), snowshoeing or a visit to the Snowman’s Village. Lessons are matched for complete newcomers to cross-country skiing or even youngsters, with the Fischer Nordic Fun Park offering a learn-to-ski area for children aged four to 10 years. Featuring a network of almost 40km of ski trails, the options are plenty, with shorter, easier trails and a well-marked shoe route near the resort.
When you’re done having fun, there is plenty more to entice your tastebuds at the fully licensed bistro and bar. Meanwhile, with an elevation of 1250m, Mt Donna Buang is the closest snowfield to the Melbourne’s central business district. Gaining its name from the Wurundjeri people, the peak features a 21-metre lookout tower which provides views over Melbourne, the Yarra Valley, Dandenong Ranges and Mt Baw Baw. At Mt Donna Buang, children can gain their first taste of the snow experience in a tranquil and welcoming setting. While at the site, visitors should stay on the lookout for the incredible wildlife, including the rare and endangered Leadbeater’s Possum, and different species of native birds, such as the pink robin, the yellow-tailed cockatoo and the crimson rosella. When there is adequate snow available, three toboggan runs open.
Dedicated snow-play areas are available, which is perfect for throwing around a few snowballs or building a snowman.
All those considering taking a trek to these destinations should consider the roads can be busy and care needs to be taken.
For those who wish to experience the full beauty of the area, they can clip on some snowshoes and enjoy a complete wilderness experience, including an option to walk to the Summit Lookout.
For more information on these destinations, or on equipment hire and availability, please visit www.parkweb.vic.gov.au or www. lakemountainresort.com.au.
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MARKETS
There are plenty of amazing ceramics on display at the market.
Make, bake,
grow or sew
THE Eltham Community Craft and Produce Market is operated by a committee of volunteers. Their objective is to conduct monthly markets where talented people who make, bake, grow or sew things can sell the products of their endeavours. They aim to create an event that will bring tourists to Eltham, and, where possible, to contribute financially to other organisations and individuals for the betterment of the community. Markets are held on the third Sunday of each month, February to November, and on the first and third Sundays in December. There is no market in January. The stallholders pay a fee to participate in the market. Through careful planning and attention to detail, the committee has developed a stable platform for artistic people to display and sell their products, ensuring successful monthly markets at their site in Library Place, Eltham.
As a not-for-profit organisation, funds available, after the payment of expenses, have been distributed to deserving groups and individuals. The recipients come from a variety of areas including natural disasters, school and preschool committees, sporting clubs, disability facilities, organisations supporting vulnerable people and many other areas of activity. It is in the area of assisting organisations, managed by volunteers, who are helping people with ongoing difficulties and where contributions have been regular that the significance of the financial assistance has been most evident. Over seven years, more than $110,000 has been donated to the local community. On Australia Day 2016, the market was given an award - Nillumbik Community Group of the Year 2016.
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Many talented people put their heart and soul into the goods on offer.
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gallery, market & cellar door listings GALLERIES ART AT LINDEN GATE 899 Healesville Yarra Glen Rd, Yarra Glen Open: Friday-Monday 10am-5pm & Wednesday during school holidays. Phone: 9730 1861 www.artatlindengate.com DEN OF ANTIQUITIES 25A Bell Street, Yarra Glen Open Wednesday-Monday 10:30am-5pm Phone: 9730 2111 MONT DE LANCEY 71 Wellington Rd, Wandin Open Wednesday-Sunday 10am-5pm Group bookings available Phone: 5964 2088 www.montdelancey.org.au REDGUM GALLERY Shop 3, 47-53 Olinda Monbulk Rd, Olinda Open weekdays 11am-4pm & Weekends 10am-5pm Phone: 9751 2526 www.redgumgallery.com.au WARRATINA LAVENDER FARM 105 Quayle Rd, Wandin Yallock Open Wednesday-Sunday 10am-4pm Phone: 5964 4650 YARRA VALLEY GIFTS 22 Bell St, Yarra Glen Email: shop@yarravalleygifts.com. au Phone: 9730 1134
MARKETS ELTHAM COMMUNITY CRAFT & PRODUCE MARKET Alistair Knox Park, Panther Place, Eltham 3rd Sunday of every month 8:30am-12:30pm Ph: 0401 288 027 www.elthammarket.com.au HEALESVILLE COMMUNITY MARKET River Street, Healesville Ph: 0488 445 112
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LITTLE YARRA MARKET 205 Little Yarra Rd, Yarra Junction 3rd Saturday of every month 9am-2pm Ph: 0411 243 673 www.littleyarramarket.com MONT DE LANCEY COUNTRY MARKET 71 Wellington Rd, Wanding North 2nd Saturday of the month 9am-1pm Ph: 0419 147 140 Yarra Glen Racecourse Market Armstrong Grove, Yarra Glen Ph: 5967 3266 KALLISTA COMMUNITY MARKET 2 Church St, Kallista Ph: 9754 4930
ACCOMMODATION THE TOWER MOTEL MARYSVILLE 33 Murchison St, Marysville Phone: 5963 3225 www.towermotel.com.au SANCTUARY HOUSE 326 badger Creek Rd, Healesville www.sanctuaryhouse.com.au DALRYMPLES B&B COTTAGES 18 Falls Rd, Marysville Phone: 5963 3416 AMELINA COTTAGES 1120 Marysville-Buxton Rd, Marysville Phone: 0434 692 622 VIBE HOTEL MARYSVILLE 32-42 Murchison St, Marysville Phone: 5957 7700 TFEhotels.com/vibe YARRA GLEN APARTMENTS 5 Herbert Rd, Yarra Glen Ph: 0429 396 509 www.yarraglenapartments.com.au WARBURTON LODGE 18 Park Rd, Warburton Ph: 5966 2037 www.warburtonlodge.com.au BARB’S B&B 23 Marna St, Healesville Ph: 0427 596 251 www.barbsbandb.com.au
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BADGER CREEK BLUEBERRY FARM 11 Garnook Grove, Badger Creek Open: Thurs - Mon 10am-5pm Phone: 5962 1601 www.blueberrywinery.com.au
DOCTORS HEALESVILLE MEDICAL CENTRE Ph: 5962 4379 Valley Primary Health Care Phone: 9730 2536 EASTERN RANGES After Hours Service Phone: 1300 766 858 Valley Primary Health Centre 1 Symonds Street, Yarra Glen Phone: 9730 2536 YARRA VALLEY CLINIC 223 Maroondah Hwy, Healesville Phone: 5962 4633 PHARMACY HEALESVILLE PHARMACY 215 Maroondah Hwy, Healesville Phone: 5962 5845 Healesville Walk Pharmacy Phone: 5962 4165 YARRA GLEN 34 Bell Street, Yarra Glen Phone: 9730 1433 FIRE VICTORIAN BUSHFIRE Information Line Phone: 1800 240 667 BELGRAVE POLICE STATION 8 Belview Road, Belgrave Phone: 9754 6677 HEALESVILLE POLICE STATION Cnr Harker Street & Maroondah Hwy, Healesville Phone: 5962 4422 LILYDALE POLICE STATION 6-10 Albert Hill Road, Lilydale Phone: 9739 2300
GREENSTONE VINEYARDS 179 Glenview Rd, Yarra Glen Open: Thurs – Mon 10am – 5pm Phone: 9730 1022 SIR PAZ ESTATE 54 Parker Rd, Wandin East Open every Sunday 11am – 5pm Phone: 5964 2339 www.sirpaz.com PUNT ROAD WINES 10 St Huberts Road, Coldstream Open: 7 days 10am-5pm Phone: 9739 0666 www.puntroadwines.com.au SEVILLE HILL 8 Paynes Road, Seville Open: 7 days 10am-5pm Phone: 5964 3284 www.sevillehill.com.au TOKAR ESTATE 6 Maddens Lane, Coldstream Open: 10.30am-5pm daily Phone: 5964 9585 www.tokarestate.com.au WILD CATTLE CREEK ESTATE 473 Warburton Highway, Seville Open: 7 days 11am - late Phone: 5964 4755 www.wildcattlecreek.com.au YILEENA PARK 245 Steels Creek Rd, Yarra Glen Open: 11am-5pm Thurs - Mon Phone: 9730 1977 www.yileenapark.com.au
YARRA GLEN POLICE STATION 68 King Street, Yarra Glen Phone: 9730 1296
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Christmas in July at the Cuckoo, Olinda, 9751 1003 Play: The Peasant Prince, Healesville, 1300 368 333 Meet our little burrowers, Healesville Sanctuary,9285 9300 Chocolate Story Time, Yarra Glen, 9730 2777 Art Exhibition: Colour by Joan Bell, Yarra Glen, 9730 1861 Melba Opera Trust, Healesville, 1300 368 333 Christmas In July at SkyHigh, Mt Dandenong, 9751 0443 Choco-licious Junior chocolatier classes, Yarra Glen, 9730 2777 Nicholas Chamber Orchestra, Upwey, 9754 8723 Kid’s Portrait Photography Workshop, Lilydale, 9294 6313 August Special Roast Lunch 2016, Mt Dandenong, 9751 0443 Tea Cosy Competition, Seville, 5964 4650 Film: Letters to Father Jakob, Warburton, 1300 368 333 Play: The Little Prince, Upwey, 9754 8723 Film: The Remains of the Day, Warburton, 1300 368 333 55th Spirit of India, Healesville, 1300 368 333 Play: Educating Rita, Upwey, 1300 368 333 Mozart’s Requiem, Upwey, 9754 8723 Friday Night Jazz, Coldstream, 9739 0222 Montrose Movie Club – All That Jazz, Montrose, 1300 368 333 Simon Tedeschi Best of Gershwin, Montrose, 1300 368 333 Film: Letters to Father Jakob, Healesville, 1300 368 333 DYLANesque, Upwey, 0457 433 977 Friday Night Jazz, Coldstream, 9739 0222 Warburton Film Festival Start, Warburton, 1300 368 333 Cold Process Soap Making, Seville, 5964 3987 Montrose Movie Club – Chariots of Fire, Montrose, 1300 368 333
Shortest Lunch at the Yarra Valley Wineries, 9730 2800 Polish Night Celebration, Olinda, 9751 1003 19 WHYLD Winter Warming, Launching Place, 0458 594 606 Film: The Remains of the Day, Healesville, 1300 368 333 Friday Night Jazz, Coldstream, 9739 0222 Alice Giles, Montrose, 1300 368 333 Shortest Lunch at the Yarra Valley Wineries, 9730 2800 Warburton Film Festival End, Warburton, 1300 368 333 20 Montrose Movie Club – Give a Girl a Break, Montrose, 1300 368 333 Play: The Woman in Black, Warburton, 1300 368 333 21 The Beards Farewell Tour 2016, Belgrave, 9754 7567 Play: The Woman in Black, Warburton, 1300 368 333 23 Burrinja Circus Festival End, Upwey, 9754 8723 Play: Miss Bronte, Montrose, 1300 368 333 Play:The Man they Call the Banjo, Warburton, 1300 368 333 Exhibition: Emporium - 1950’s Fashion, Lilydale, 1300 368 333 25 Faulty Towers Dinner Show and Accommodation, Kalorama, 9728 7000 Burrinja Circus Festival Start, Upwey, 9754 8723 27 Arch Ilias’s Hip Hop Workshop, Montrose, 1300 368 333 Play: The Woman in Black, Healesville, 1300 368 333 28 Arcadia Wind Quintet, Healesville, 1300 368 333 30 Curator Floor Talk: Behind the Scenes of the Museum, Lilydale, 9294 6313 31 Melbourne Guitar Quartet, Warburton, 1300 368 333 Yarra Valley Wine Show, Healesville, 9730 2800