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COVER: The Dandenong Ranges and Yarra Valley region is the perfect spot to make the most of winter.

Visitors can take shelter from the chilly conditions in eateries with cosy fireplaces, wineries with a warming tipple on-hand, and welcoming theatres Or they can throw on their winter woollies and brave the cold to explore stunning scenery and fun events like the Belgrave Lantern Parade, pictured on our cover.

See pages 8 and 9 for the full story.

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INSTA-WORTHY OPPORTUNITIES

THE Dandenong Ranges and Yarra Valley are among the country’s most picturesque locations.

The regions are renowned for photo-worthy scenery, activities, food and wine - the Instagram opportunities abound!

So we’re sharing your best Insta-moments.

Follow @MailCommunity for our shots from across the Yarra Ranges, and tag us in photos from your adventures in the region.

We’ll share some of our favourites in the next edition, as we have here.

Hopefully they’ll inspire future travellers to check out some new locations.

Tracy Dasler snapped this curious kookaburra at Emerald Lake Park.

A beautiful autumn day at Emerald Lake Park, captured by Tracy Dasler.

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Val Rees took this shot in Selby, with Cardinia Reservoir in the background.

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THOUGHTS of winter bring with them a desire to stay indoors, curled up under a blanket with a hot drink in hand.

Gift But that doesn’t have to mean staying at home.

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WINTER is a great time to get out and about in Marysville and surrounds.

Once the temperature drops, toboggans, building a snowman and catching snowflakes are all on the cards.

Outside the air is crisp and clean and there’s a vast expanse of forest to discover, Marysville Triangle Business and Tourism says.

From towering trees to impressive waterfalls, native wildlife and lush forests amid the backdrop of magnificent mountain ranges, Marysville has it all.

In the cooler months it’s all the more magical thanks to a light dusting of snow, fog and frost.

Marysville Triangle Business and Tourism recommends visitors take a hike.

They can collect local produce and handmade delights for a picnic and take the family on a journey through gentle hills.

There are 13 tracks and trails beckoning visitors to enjoy an invigorating walk.

But Marysville can offer more outdoors than just walking.

There are 30 kilometres of single track mountain bike trails to explore.

Keen anglers can drop a line along the banks of a river or spend the day at one of the trout farms. Golfers can tee off on the scenic 18-hole course, nestled within the Great Dividing Range.

The Cathedral Ranges, rock climbing and the gruelling 22km road cycle from Marysville to Lake Mountain are there to tempt the adventurous.

Guests can use Marysville as a base to explore Healesville Sanctuary and the wineries of Yarra Valley, Kinglake National Park, Lake Eildon and the Great Victorian Rail Trail.

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MOUNT Donna Buang will again welcome snow-seekers armed with toboggans and cameras this winter.

Situated east of Melbourne near the town of Warburton, Mount Donna Buang is just under a two-hour drive from the CBD, making it one of the closest spots for Melburnians and visitors to the city to enjoy the snow.

It’s a spectacular place to be at any time of the year but as the snow begins to fall it transforms into a wonderful winter playground.

With three different toboggan runs, a designated snow play area, barbeques, car parking, toilets and a scenic drive up to the summit, it’s a great day out for the family.

It’s important to be prepared when heading up the mountain during snow season and visitors should check the weather forecast for Mount Donna Buang before driving up.

The road conditions can change very quickly in alpine environments so it’s also really important to carry wheel chains for the drive up to the summit, which you can pick up in Warburton.

There are car parks located about 300 metres down from the summit picnic area which are used during the snow season.

For more information about Mount Donna Buang call Parks Victoria on 13 1963 or for road closure information visit the Mount Donna Buang Summit page on the Parks Victoria website, parkweb.vic.gov.au.

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THE SHORTEST DAY AND BRIGHTEST NIGHT

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Thousands of residents from the Dandenong Ranges take to the streets of Belgrave with intricate homemade lanterns.

The Belgrave Lantern Parade has long been warming the hearts of its residents.

COMMUNITY events are about bringing people together and they have the potential to literally transform a town and the people involved. In 2007, the first Belgrave Lantern Parade was held as an event ‘for the community, celebrating the community’ and since then it has become a firm fixture on Belgrave’s annual calendar.

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WINTER IN THE DANDENONG RANGES Celebrating its 13th year on Saturday 22 June, the Belgrave Lantern Parade has long been warming the hearts of the town’s residents and visitors alike. Each year on the winter solstice - the year’s shortest day and longest night - thousands of residents from the Dandenong Ranges take to the streets of Belgrave with intricate homemade lanterns to light the cold winter’s night and welcome the lengthening of days.

The lanterns are only half as warm as the smiling, glowing faces of the participants who hold them, and for one night the main street of Belgrave is reclaimed by people as hundreds of lanterns line the main street, accompanied by drummers, dancers and performers. Over the years, lanterns in all shapes and sizes have made their way down the main street of Belgrave, paraded in celebration of Australia being halfway out of the dark.

Some lanterns represent fauna common to the Dandenong Ranges, including cockatoos, dragonflies and owls. Easy to get to and easy to find, visitors can reach Belgrave on a train from the city and the parade is only a minute’s walk from the station.

Attendance is free and you can either watch or become a part of it. To be a part of it, all that’s needed is a lantern. Visitors can buy one on the night or create their own unique design to bring along.

Rudy the one man band ensures there is plenty of music and entertainment.

Each year sees more lanterns and more creations

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Bring the family for a memorable day out onboard Puffing Billy and travel through the magnificent forests and fern gullies of the Dandenong Ranges.

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A NIGHT OUT

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ART in its rawest, most beautiful form can be seen in a theatre.

Dramas and tragedies connect audiences with human touch, human feelings.

There is something primordial about going to the theatre on a cold winter’s night, dressing up in a warm coat and coming together to enjoy dinner, wine and a unique play that has never been performed before. Because, every time a play is performed, it is unique; there are no cuts or re-dos and this makes every enactment special.

For those heading to the hills this winter, there are a number of small theatres to stay warm at and enjoy a thrilling performance. The Dandenong Ranges theatre scene offers a wealth of entertainment, from blockbuster musicals to cuttingedge performances and late-night cabaret shows.

The 1812 Theatre in Ferntree Gully had its beginnings in the 1940s and as such is one of the longest-running theatre groups in Melbourne. Today, the 1812 Theatre hosts a grand variety of plays, from great dramas and tragedies, to slapstick English comedies that are sure to make audiences laugh.

Enjoy the welcoming and comfortable setting of the 1812 Theatre, in the foothills of the Dandenongs, with each performance offering a smattering of food paired with wines from the bar. After the performance, guests can meet with the actors and actresses and mingle in the foyer.

Further up the hill in Emerald, the Gemco Player Community Theatre is a welcoming sight for those who are theatrically inclined. Performances include musicals, pantomimes, melodramas, theme nights and one-act plays, with the group’s annual Dandenong Ranges One Act Play Festival taking place on the third weekend of July each year.

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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

The stage adaptation of The Vicar of Dibley.

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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Whether itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a leisurely breakfast cafe-style, a formal dining experience or the discovery of a new bakery, Upwey has it all.

There are various coffee shops dappled throughout the township, each offering a smattering of delicious treats and delights.

Be sure to stop by the very hot-to-trot Tin Pan Alley for some delicious woodfired pizzas.

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The 1000 Steps walk, officially the Kokoda Track Memorial Walk, is an institution for fitness enthusiasts from across Melbourne and is in neighbouring Upper Ferntree Gully.

Making the 3 kilometre trek one of the most popular spots in the Dandenong Ranges National Park are the towering gum trees of Sherbrooke Forest that line the walkway and within minutes envelop visitors in a world of lush fern trees, all manner of moss, and colourful fungi.

The Running Rabbits Military Museum is an important attraction in the Dandenong Ranges and houses a huge range of historic artefacts and photographs from the Boer War and World Wars I and II. The museum, located at the Upwey-Belgrave RSL, has more than 2500 items on display, including weaponry and arms used during these wars, documents used during this period, and an array of antique equipment.

The museum opened on Anzac Day in 2009 and was named for those who fought on the Kokoda Track during WWII.

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Burrinja Cultural Centre

Burrinja is a vibrant community cultural centre that encompasses multiple gallery spaces, a 400-seat theatre, live music, arts activities and events, artist studios, gardens, a gallery shop, workshops and a cafe.

The theatre hosts a variety of performances with a focus on comedy, dance and familyfriendly shows.

To see whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s on, visit www.burrinja.org.au.

Heritage Tower The tower at the Belmont Avenue reserve in Upwey was built in 1923 and is of state historical, architectural and social significance. It is believed to be the oldest known wooden lookout tower in Victoria and stands at 8.4 metres high.

The lookout is the only surviving example of such structures in the Dandenongs.

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SPEND A DAY OUT IN YARRA GLEN

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9AM For those excited by all things rare, vintage, retro or antique, then the antique stores in the heart of Yarra Glen won’t disappoint.

For the antique scavengers and treasure hunters, a great spot for the creative and artistic individual looking to work with new materials or those just interested in taking a look.

Notable items include vintage furniture, jewellery, clothing, shoes, dolls, ornaments, crockery, records, comics, books, decor items, telephones from various eras, clocks, artwork, leadlight items, mirrors and musical instruments.

11AM Now it’s time for some action.

Riding a segway in the Yarra Valley is something special.

It’s fun, exciting and a great way to soak up the ambiance of this beautiful valley.

There are several locations in and around Yarra Glen that offer segway rides through vineyards and wineries.

Visitors first have to learn to master riding one of the amazing machines and once ready will zoom around the resort, cruise around a vineyard, learning about the area and the wine while taking in some breathtaking views of the Yarra Valley, finding some amazing photo opportunities and maybe even meeting some wildlife.

1PM After grabbing lunch at one of the area’s many cafes and restaurants, visit the historical site of the Battle of Yering at the Murrup Brarn Yarra Flats Billabongs.

In 1840, some 50 Wurundjeri clansmen clashed with border

police troopers dispatched from Melbourne by Superintendant Charles La Trobe to capture charismatic Wurundjeri leader Jaga Jaga.

This historic site features 85 hectares of pastoral and heritage landscapes, natural bushland, wetlands, abundant birdlife and a number of informal picnic areas.

3PM Gulf Station was established in the 1850s and farmed from 1854 by the Scottish Bell family for nearly 100 years.

The property stayed in the family until after World War II when soldier settler J Smedley took over.

Gulf Station supplied produce to gold miners and bred horses for the army.

The State Government bought the remnants of the property in 1976 and now Gulf Station hosts regular events and activities including heritage festivals, talks, workshops and lost tradition days where visitors can see working horses, sheep being sheared, butter being made in traditional churns and wood being worked without using power tools.

5PM Yarra Glen Historical Railway Station was built in 1888 and was often used to transport produce from nearby farms all the way to Melbourne.

The Yarra Valley Railway is solely run by volunteers and they are completing the largest volunteer infrastructure project in Australia.

The railway project is now entering the next phase of its development, as nine kilometres of tracks will be laid along the tourist journey between Yarra Glen and Healesville.

Soon visitors will be able to ride the tourist railway from Yarra Glen to TarraWarra and Healesville.

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RUBY Tuesday’s unique and beautiful handmade jewellery is crafted in their Warrandyte studio gallery on the gumtreelined banks of the Yarra River.

Owner and Jeweller Anita Sigmund explained that the studio specialises in custom designed and handcrafted jewellery, as well as unique engagement and wedding rings.

“We offer a range of services including custom-made jewellery and design service, remodelling of old jewellery and all types of repairs. We also specialise in antique restoration and pearl restringing,” she said.

“We keep in stock a variety of materials including gold, silver and platinum jewellery, diamonds, coloured gemstones (natural), pearls and natural gemstone beads.”

The team, who have a combined experience of more than 100 years, enjoy nothing more than the challenge of creating something beautiful from client’s old, inherited or unwanted jewellery pieces.

At Ruby Tuesday, customers have the choice of purchasing a unique piece of jewellery crafted especially for them by the team of four trade-qualified jewellers or selecting something from the delightful and unusual array of stock in the shopfront.

All of the studio’s handmade jewellery is created in the Ruby Tuesday workshop (on the premises). Customers can see the team at work using techniques and tools which have been used in the manufacture of jewellery for centuries.

Ruby Tuesday is located at 90-94 Melbourne Hill Road in Warrandyte. For more information, phone 9844 4600 or visit rubytuesdayjewellery.com.au.

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WINTER AT THE THEATRE

BY JED LANYON

THE cosy Lilydale Athenaeum Theatre will be throwing open its doors for several shows this winter.

The Wisdom of Eve, a drama by Mary Orr and directed by Katie-Jane Amey, will run from 23 May to 8 June, with matinees on Sundays 26 May and 2 June, and Saturday 8 June.

The theatre will also be showing Picnic at Hanging Rock from 15 to 31 August, with matinees on Sundays 18 and 25 and Saturday 31 August.

Picnic at Hanging Rock is a mystery drama adapted by Tom Wright, based on the book by Joan Lindsay, directed by Helen Ellis.

Over at Healesvilleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s The Memo, Indigenous performers from around Australia will perform Mission Songs Project on Tuesday 8 July. Mission Songs Project is an initiative to revive contemporary Australian Indigenous songs from 1900 to 1999.

Opera Australia is reimagining Rossiniâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s The Barber of Seville for children, bringing the classic comedy of errors and romance to The Memo on Saturday 13 July.

This interpretation of the famous opera has been designed to introduce kids to classical music and to teach them about history.

Other events at The Memo include The Badger Creek Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Choir, who have been singing together for the past six years.

This eclectic group of women perform a mixture of soul, Celtic, country and good old Aussie rock.

They are rocking the three-part harmonies and they have a few solo numbers thrown in for good measure.

The 25-voice choir will be playing at The Memo on 15 June.

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Multiple award-winning musical The Sapphires tells the inspiring true story of four Indigenous women as they leave regional Australia to sing to the troops in the Vietnam War. This show-stopping spectacular follows the adventures of four brave Yorta Yorta women in a time of turmoil and will be on show at The Memo on Wednesday 5 June.

Degas: Passion to Perfection journeys from the streets of Paris to the heart of a superb exhibition at the Fitzwilliam Museum in Cambridge, whose extensive collection of Degasâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; works is the most representative in Britain.

With exclusive access to view rare and diverse works, this film tells a fascinating story of Degasâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; pursuit for perfection through both experimentation with new techniques and lessons learnt from studying the past masters.

Degas: Passion to Perfection will be showing at the Upper Yarra Arts Centre on 7 and 9 June and at The Memo on 14 and 16 June.

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SMOOTHER RIDE ON WARBY TRAIL

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TRAVERSING the Warburton Rail Trail by any means is a joy but recent upgrades by Yarra Ranges Council have made it a much more enjoyable trip for those living with disability.

At a number of road crossing points the chicane barriers made it very difficult for anyone riding a non-standard bicycle to negotiate.

James Wood, a member of the council’s Disability Advisory Committee, is a regular trail user on his hand cycle and knows only too well how disruptive the old chicanes were. Before the changes a companion rider would have to physically lift him around the chicanes.

“The previous design meant people on hand cycles, tandem bikes, and in some instances child buggies and trailers, have had difficulty getting through the chicane,” Mr Wood said.

“Independence is a huge thing for me and to know now that I can ride this part of the trail by myself is fantastic.

“A new gate has also been installed at Hooks Road in Warburton with the upgraded chicane design which means I will be able to ride from Warburton through to Wandin without having to get off my hand cycle.”

The major change has been to lengthen the chicanes to allow for the wider turning circle of hand cycles, tandem bikes and other non-standard unpowered vehicles. Upgrades have taken place at Sunnyside Road in Seville East, Haggards Lane in Woori Yallock and Healesville Kooweerup Road in Woori Yallock.

Works to upgrade other crossings across Yarra Ranges, including at Launching Place, are planned for the next financial year.

The Lilydale to Warburton Rail Trail was built by a volunteer based committee of management, which later became the Friends of the Rail Trail, who have remained key advocates for the trail and its maintenance. The chicanes were initially designed to stop vehicles entering the trail and to slow riders down ahead of roads.

FILM FEST BACK ON WARBY SCREEN

BY JED LANYON

A FEAST of films will come to the lovely mountain town of Warburton for the 36th annual Warburton Film Festival.

This is a rare opportunity to see recent films that have had limited release in Australia on 14-16 June at the Arts Centre, Warburton.

Yarra Ranges Film Society presents the festival, which brims with the warmth of a film-loving community thanks to shared dinners and drinks under the backdrop of the scenic town.

The Warburton Film Festival features nine films aired over the course of the weekend, ranging from documentaries to comedy, courtroom drama to psychological thriller. The films originate from the UK, Australia, Mauritius, Lebanon, Japan and Palestine.

The weekend starts on Friday night with the grand opening at Oscar’s on the Yarra for drinks and nibbles.

Saturday afternoon’s entertainment includes the Show Us Your Shorts competition, where aspiring local filmmakers vie to showcase their talents. The winning entries across four categories will be aired.

Guests can reconnect with old friends and welcome new ones at a spit roast dinner on Saturday night. Places are limited.

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GARDENS

A new open-air electric vehicle will be available to tour the Dandenong Ranges Botanic Garden garden and the vehicle seats up to 13 people.

The new tour allows visitors to experience guided excursions of the gardens.

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PARKS Victoria has a new garden tour experience for the Dandenong Ranges Botanic Gardens. A 13-seat open-air electric vehicle will be available to tour the garden.

This new shuttle service offers a significant expansion of services to what was previously available, and in contrast to prior seasonal tours this will be available year-round, allowing visitors to experience guided excursions of the gardens and learn more about the unique setting.

“Parks Victoria’s new garden tour people mover at the Dandenong Ranges Botanic Garden will provide a valuable experience and unique service to garden visitors,” Parks Victoria district manager Victoria Purdue said.

“It will allow people with limited mobility to enjoy and explore the wider garden environment, including parts of the garden they may not otherwise see.

“It can also provide a unique experience and overview of the property for time-limited visitors.”

The 100 acres of Victoria’s cool-climate botanic garden are host to a significant variety of plant species, with visitors enjoying a blend of coloured blooms of rhododendrons, azaleas, camellias, cherries and daffodils. The gardens welcome 190,000 people per year.

The gardens will be enjoyed by a greater number of visitors with this new shuttle, which allows for people of all ages and abilities to see even more of the park.

The service is similar to popular attractions in the Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria, Christchurch Botanic Garden and Singapore’s Gardens By The Bay. Garden tour tickets are available from the Dandenong Ranges Botanic Garden gift shop or can be pre-booked on 8427 2087 from 10am to 4.30pm daily.

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373 Warrandyle Rd, (Cnr Jumping Creek Rd) Warrandyle Garden Centre: 9844 3022 Cafe: 98441 1322

326 Badger Creek Rd, Healesville Tel: 03 5962 5148 Open for dinner 6pm - 9pm Tue - Sat

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270 Maroondah Highway, Healesville Tel: 03 5962 4003 www.healesvillegrandhotel.com.au Drive Thru Bottle Mart Open 7 Days

1 Old Monbulk Road, Belgrave Tel: 03 9757 0700

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ACCOMMODATION

HOW TO BE A HAPPY CAMPER PARKS Victoria has some advice to help campers make the most of Mother Nature and provides campgrounds in more than 100 parks.

A little bit of additional planning and care will take a camping holiday to the next level.

Stay 7 nights and only pay for 6 nights.

Lilydale Pine Hill Caravan Park is at the centre of Victoria’s famous Yarra Valley and the Dandenong Ranges. Whether you need a cabin or a site for your RV’s, caravan, large rig, camper van or tent - there is a site to suit.

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RESEARCH YOUR CAMPGROUND Make sure you know what to expect before you pack the tent as campgrounds can vary greatly. Some are remote with no toilets or running water, while others can be easily accessed and include showers and cooking facilities.

BOOK AHEAD OR ARRIVE EARLY Some campsites require a booking and some are fee-based, while many others are free and provided on a first-in, firstserved basis. For bookable campsites, visit parkstay.vic.gov.au.

PACK THE RIGHT GEAR The last thing you want on holiday is to be uncomfortable, so make sure you’ve got the right bedding, clothing, footwear, food and water.

Conditions in the outdoors change dramatically so make sure your tent is waterproof.

STORE YOUR FOOD, RUBBISH When you head out for the day or turn in for the night, securely pack away your food, leftovers and rubbish. You don’t want to come home after a day’s activity to find your dinner has disappeared or your campsite is strewn with rubbish.

Birds and animals can also be harmed by consuming human food.

BE FIRE SMART Check ahead to see if campfires are permitted. Where a campfire is okay, make sure you’ve packed firewood or can buy some from nearby.

About 10 per cent of bushfires are caused by escaped campfires, so never leave one unattended and use water, not soil, when putting it out.

BE A GOOD NEIGHBOUR Holidays can be a great time to meet new people, but remember - they’re also supposed to be relaxing. Make sure you give other campers their own space and quiet - noise travels easily through tent walls. Be a good neighbour to the environment by taking your rubbish with you and not trampling or cutting down any vegetation.

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WINE AND WILDLIFE

WINE AND DINE FOR THE DEVILS HEALESVILLE Sanctuary is putting on a devilishly good weekend this winter.

The zoo’s Wine and Wildlife celebration is back with an even bigger event space offering food, drinks and entertainment across the entire Queen’s Birthday long weekend.

Proceeds from ticket sales help Zoos Victoria save the endangered Tasmanian devil from extinction.

Visitors can sample and buy local wine, craft beer and cider from 11am to 4pm each day from 8 to 10 June, as well as gourmet food offerings, all set among the sanctuary’s bushland backdrop.

Live music and entertainment will set the mood, while open fires and a pop-up gin and mulled wine bar will keep visitors warm.

Visitors can take the opportunity to wander the sanctuary’s natural bushland paths and experience the magic of its native wildlife, including the Tasmanian devil.

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up to give visitors a cosy place to hang out and enjoy the wine, music and food by an open fire.

The sanctuary has teamed up with Harvest Cafe to cater, along with local purveyor K and B, which will have some of its most famous tasty treats including beef bourguignon, gourmet pies, barbecue ribs, burgers and sausages.

The steamed corn bar will have corn on the cob and truffle salt pretzels for visitors to try.

Visitors can enjoy a mulled wine or Four Pillars gin from the Healesville Hotel pop-up bar while listening to smooth sounds from an acoustic duo, or show their hops expertise in the Detour Beer Co Beer Garden.

The team at Detour promise to provide cleansing ales and a fun atmosphere under festoon lighting.

Yering Gorge Cottages will host mini golf and there’ll be bubble play and mega lawn games for kids.

Wine and Wildlife costs $49, including entry to Healesville Sanctuary. Visit www.zoo.org.au/wineandwildlife.

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GRAND OLD LADY OF HEALESVILLE

BY DANIELLE KUTCHEL

THE elegant, heritage façade of the Grand Hotel Healesville, which greets visitors as they travel up the Maroondah Highway, has become an icon of the area - much like the hotel itself.

For over 130 years the Grand Hotel has been a favourite haunt of locals. Like many in the area, the current owners also have a past connection with the watering hole: publican Lisa McKay worked at the Grand for seven years before leaving to get married and start a family, and fellow publican Tom Campbell worked in the bottle shop before becoming a plumber. Today, daughter Adelle manages the bar while head chef Matt creates traditional pub meals with amazing flavour. Other staff members are all locals and love to have a chat.

Ms McKay says the Grand Old Lady’s focus is squarely on its clientele. “Our focus is to look after our locals and for the hotel to be the local hub that it has been for over 100 years,” she says.

Within its historic walls, there is something to please every member of the family. The Grand Hotel plays host to live music every Saturday, karaoke every Friday and a DJ on weekends.

The dining room and bar offer traditional pub favourites and there is a great range of beer on tap, including Guinness. A bottle shop is conveniently located on site with a large range of products to take away, and guests are welcome to extend their stay in the hotel’s accommodation. A TAB will arrive in June, adding to the icon’s attractions.

It all adds up to something simple, Ms McKay says.

“It’s a great local hotel!”

The Grand Hotel is located at 270 Maroondah Hwy, Healesville and is open weekdays 11:30am til late, and weekends 11am til late. For more information email info@grandhotelhealesville. com.au or call 5962 4003.

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DINING

This winter, live out ‘Murder On The Orient Express’ dreams on Melbourne’s iconic Puffing Billy train.

MURDER ON PUFFING BILLY EXPRESS

BY DEREK SCHLENNSTEDT

AMONG the glamour of the flapper era where pearls and feathers, silk bow ties and braces are the fashion, there has been a murder on the Puffing Billy Express.

To those who are addicted to true crime documentaries and find themselves reading thrillers and mystery novels late into the night: it’s time to put your money where your mouth is and solve a crime yourself.

Not a real one, of course.

But at the Murder on the Puffing Billy Express experience, participants can get the thrill of discovering the identity of a murderer without having to get their hands dirty.

This winter is the perfect time to live out ‘Murder On The Orient Express’ dreams on Melbourne’s iconic Puffing Billy train.

Each Saturday night Puffing Billy steams into the wintery darkness of the Dandenong Ranges, and you are tasked with getting to know the players in this tale.

On-board, entrees will be served while participants are entertained by a talented theatre group who take guests on a journey of a murder mystery.

A hearty meal worthy of any private eye awaits at the Nobelius Packing Shed where the story continues to unfold.

A blazing log fire at the shed also adds to the atmosphere during the winter months.

Dinner includes a selection of roasts, vegetables, and salads and is the time when participants bring the accused to justice.

The Puffing Billy crew will then sound the whistle, calling guests back on board.

The return journey to Belgrave wraps up the evening, with tea, coffee, dinner chocolates and a complimentary glass of port served.

So this winter, visitors can dress up in 1920s raiment and experience an intriguing night of murder, mystery and suspense aboard Puffing Billy’s evening train.

The Cuckoo Restaurant is a stop like no other, being the home of the worlds largest free standing Cuckoo Clock and Australia’s first ever smorgasbord restaurant, now the longest running smorgasbord in Australia. The restaurant is unique in so many ways from the extravagant floor show, to dirndl dressed waitress and the German heritage and cosy family feel with a sixty years of smorgasbord splendour.

Booking recommended on (03) 9751 1003 or Book online www.cuckoorestaurant.com.au 508 Mount Dandenong Tourist Rd. Olinda.

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Alpine Retreat Hotel YARRA DRINKIES

BY JED LANYON

The Yarra Valley’s smaller winemakers invite diners to join them for the Shortest Lunch on 22 to 23 June.

The event will celebrate the shortest weekend of the year with a moving feast of entree-sized meals, the perfect way to meander around the Yarra Valley’s boutique wineries and savour great food, wine and music, without the hustle and bustle.

To take part in this progressive dining experience, diners pay at the first winery they visit, where they will receive a souvenir tasting glass. This glass allows them to taste and enjoy the wines at all the participating wineries that they visit over the two days. Diners can plan their weekend by following the menu options available at each of the wineries from appetisers through to dessert.

Guests can make a weekend of it by staying overnight and exploring more of the Yarra Valley, but will need to book ahead.

The net proceeds of the Shortest Lunch entry fee will go to a local community group.

Since 2009 the Shortest Lunch has raised more than $75,000 for local CFA brigades and SES. For more information email info@yarravalleysmallerwineries. com.au.

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UNIQUE TASTE

Q&A with Cathy Skinner from Wild Cattle Creek Estate, Wandin North How long have you been in the industry?

I have been in the hospitality industry for over 38 years.

How did you get involved with Wild Cattle Creek?

I was originally employed by WCCE over two years ago as their cellar door manager.

I was looking for a great smaller winery to work at, and they answered my email.

Tell us about the wine produced at the estate - what sets you apart?

Our wines are unique.

We grow pinot gris and sangiovese on our estate, and we use local neighbours to top up our existing stocks for varieties.

Which one's your personal favourite and why?

My personal favourite is the chardonnay - it is light and not very oaky, just a subtle hint. It goes with everything.

Aside from wine, what else do you offer visitors?

We have stunning boutique accommodation on-site.

We also have our heritage-listed homestead and cottage as a unique option for staying on the property.

They say that the original owner is still in residence ...

How important is it for Yarra Valley wineries to do more than just produce wine?

Yarra Valley wineries should offer a one-stop point of difference.

Memories are made from not only good food and wine, but the service, the surrounds, and the ambience.

We aim to provide all this here at WCCE.

Cathy Skinner, left, at Wild Cattle Creek Estate.

What is your most memorable meal?

My most memorable meal was about 35 years ago at a small restaurant in Montmorency, Victoria.

They served good old-fashioned beef ribs.

They were the first ones I had ever tasted, and I kept on going back for more.

Have you always enjoyed wine?

I grew up in a family where wine was the drink offered at every social occasion.

When I was younger I started out on the spatlese lexia, but my tastes have certainly matured since then.

You've invited friends for a picnic lunch in a Yarra Ranges park. Which wine do you take along?

If I was going on a picnic in the Yarra Ranges, I would take a long a bottle of our pinot gris.

It's crispy, mellow and smooth and suits all foods.

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WINE COUNTRY Allinda Lorimers Lane, Dixons Creek 5965 2450 Badger’s Brook 874 Maroondah Hwy, Coldstream 5962 4130 Badgers Creek Blueberry Farm St Ronans Cider 11 Garnook Grove Badger Creek 5962 1601 Billanook Estate 280 Edward Rd, Chirnside Park 0422 280 975 Boat O’Craigo 458 Maroondah Hway, Healesville 5962 6899 Elmswood Estate 75 Monbulk –Seville Rd, Seville 5964 3015 Five Oaks 60 Aitken Rd ,Wandin East 5964 3704 Greenstone Vineyard 179 Glenview Rd, Yarra Glen 9730 1022 Kellybrook Winery Fulford Rd, Wonga Park 9722 1304 Killara Estate 733 Warburton Hwy, Seville East 5961 5877 Morgan Vineyards 30 Davross Court, Seville 0432 734 649 Oak Tree Vineyard 19-21 Coldstream West Rd, Coldstream 9739 1550 Paynes Rise 10 Paynes Rd, Seville 5964 2504

Seville Estate 65 Linwood Rd, Seville 5964 2622 Seville Hill 8 Paynes Rd, Seville 5964 3284 Six Acres 20 Ferndale Rd, Silvan 0408 991 741 Soumah of Yarra Valley 18 Hexham Rd, Gruyere 5962 4716 Steels Creek Estate 1 Sewell Rd, Steels Creek 5965 2448 Steels Gate Wines 1974 Melba Hwy, Dixons Creek 5965 2155 Sutherland Estate 2010 Melba Hwy, Dixons Creek 0402 052 287 Tokar Estate 6 Maddens Lane, Coldstream 5964 9585 Warramunda Estate 860 Maroondah Hwy, Colstream 0412 694 394 Whispering Hills Vineyard 580 Warburton Hwy, Seville 5964 2822 Wild Cattle Creek Estate 473 Warburton Hwy, Seville 5961 9105 Yering Farm Wines 19-21 St.Huberts Rd, Yering 97390461 Yileena Park 271 Steels Creek Rd, Yarra Glen 9730 1977

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THE Yarra Ranges is brimming with fresh fruit and veg all year round.

The winter period is no exception.

According to Yarra Farm Fresh in Coldstream, local growers are serving up plenty of fruit during June, July and August, with rhubarb and apples among the offerings.

Heirloom pumpkins are also in season in the region during the cooler months.

Over at Rayners Orchard in Woori Yallock, the trees are heavy

with fresh fruit during winter.

Red, yellow and orange tamarillo bring back those autumn foliage tones.

Kiwi fruit, yellow strawberry guava, oranges, mandarins, grapefruit, Australian and lemonade limes, and lemons are all in abundance.

Also ripe for the picking are pepino, a sweet fruit native to South America, and the tangy and sweet Inca berry.

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BLUEBERRY BEVERAGES

BY DANIELLE KUTCHEL IF you’re after a unique Yarra Valley drop, look no further than Badger Creek Blueberry Farm.

Established in May 2007, the business has made a name for itself as a provider of all things blueberry, including its 100 percent blueberry wines.

“Blueberry wine is red in colour but closer to a white wine so it is best served chilled,” explains owner and manager Alison Withers.

Varieties on offer include fortified, sparkling, barrel aged fortified and moscato - all made with the farm’s signature blueberries.

For those who prefer an alternative beverage, the farm is also the cellar door for St Ronan’s Cider.

“Our cider is hand-crafted with real fruit. We have two styles.

One is made like champagne which undergoes a secondary ferment in bottle, with both an apple and a pear in this style.

The second is a draught style apple cider which is lightly carbonated and sold in stubbies,” Ms Withers says.

“Our wines and ciders stand out as something different to try in an area surrounded by grape variety wines. We are also family run and owned so our customers get to talk directly to the people involved in making the products they try.”

Tastings of cider and blueberry wine are available at the cellar door, as well as space to sit back and relish a glass or two more slowly - perhaps accompanied by house made sausage rolls, cheese and antipasto platters and a seasonal dessert or two.

“Visitors can also taste a selection of our preserves made in house from fruit and veg we grow here on our farm,” Ms Withers says.

The range of preserves is extensive and includes blueberry,

Badger Creek Blueberry Farm.

raspberry, rhubarb and vanilla, blackberry, boysenberry and strawberry jams, blueberry relish, cauliflower pickle, cumquat marmalade and many more. Frozen berries are available all year round to take home for baked treats, and fresh blueberries can be found when in season from mid-December to early February.

Even out of blueberry season, Ms Withers says the farm is a beautiful place to visit.

“Our cellar door is here at the winery and is a relaxed casual space set up for you to try our wines and ciders and enjoy a regional platter. Sit outside in summer on the patio surrounded by the hills of the Yarra Valley or inside by the fire in winter.”

Badger Creek Blueberry Farm is located at 11 Garnook Grove, Badger Creek, Healesville and is open Thursday - Monday: 10.00am to 5.00pm, and is closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

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LEARN HOW TO BOTTLE IT UP

RAYNERS Orchard started fruit bottling workshops in the summer of 2010.

It was something the Woori Yallock farm had always done to preserve its own fruit, owner Len Rayner said.

“We already live in a world where we struggle to sustain enough non-genetically modified food and we also have to contend with the problem of so much waste,” he said.

“So essentially it makes sense, and it became an opportunity to be able to educate people on how to make their fruit last longer, especially since fresh Australian fruit is seasonal.”

Len said summer time was Rayners’ favourite time to bottle fruits as it had plums, peaches, pears, nectarines, grapes, cherries and kiwi available at the ready.

“We have had such a great response to the workshops, especially as people become more aware of what is good for both their

own personal health, and also the health of the environment,” he said.

“Bottling is an olden-day art form which is making a fantastic return and we love being able to teach people in a hands-on kitchen environment and it is a fantastic activity for all the family, the kids especially love it.”

Staff guide participants in the fruit bottling workshops.

They can bottle their own unique fruit combination or fill some bottles with traditional fruit flavours.

Rayners bottles using Fowlers Vacola equipment and also stocks preserving kits, food dehydrators and other bottling equipment in its shop for purchase.

Rayners Orchard is at 60 Schoolhouse Road, Woori Yallock and can be reached on 5964 7654 or len@raynersorchard.com.au.

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Linda Clarke and Patrick O’ Shaughnessy at Wanderslore Sanctuary.

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TAKE THIS TRIP BACK IN TIME THE Upper Yarra Valley might seem an unlikely place to seek out a slice of history. But the region is home to several attractions that will take tourists back in time.

The Wandin and District Historical Museum Society operates Mont De Lancey Historical Home and Museum in Wandin North.

It’s part of the 80 acre allotment selected by stonemason Henry Sebire and wife Martha when the Wandin Yallock Parish was settled in 1867.

The museum opened in March 1993 and is based around the Sebire home, a fully-restored and furnished 1880s brick building with a slab kitchen and a small domestic dairy.

Mont De Lancey is on Wellington Road and is open 10am to 4.30pm, Wednesday to Sunday.

Entry is $10 for adults, $8 concession and free for children.

Visitors can find three key historic sites at the intersection of Hunter, Beenak and Quayle roads in Wandin Yallock.

The Uniting Church was the original brick Methodist Church built in 1881.

The Jubilee Gates at Wandin Yallock Primary School were dedicated in 1930 to mark the school’s diamond jubilee, and the original 1870 school building is incorporated in the school rebuild.

Lastly is the soldiers’ monument, dedicated on 4 June 1921 with World War II panels unveiled on 18 April 1948.

The red flowering gums down Beenak Road and along the Warburton Highway are survivors of the honour row planted in 1918.

Wanderslore Sanctuary in Launching Place is open by appointment.

Artist, poet and teacher Constance Coleman inherited a fishing shack on a small block of land before WWII and devoted her income to acquiring adjoining bush blocks to create Wanderslore.

She painted in watercolour and oils in a studio which had been a Victorian Railways fettlers hut, and later the office of the Launching Place Railway Station.

The 10 hectare bushland remnant was gifted to Trust for Nature as a sanctuary reserve for preserving wildlife and native plants.

The Upper Yarra Museum in Yarra Junction is housed in and around the former Yarra Junction Railway Station.

The rail line between Lilydale and Warburton was opened in 1901 and the station building was relocated from Lilydale to Yarra Junction in 1913.

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The kitchen building and gardens at Mont De Lancey.

Inside the Mont De Lancey kitchen.

After the last train completed the journey in 1965, the Upper Yarra Valley Historical Society started managing the thenderelict buildings.

Local history themes such as rail, timber, agriculture, gold, domestic life, transport and tourism are represented at the museum through structures, artefacts, documents, photos and digitised material.

Entry is $10 for a family, $5 per adult, $3 concession and a gold coin for kids. The museum is open 11am to 4pm on Wednesdays and Sundays.

Pick up the Guide to Heritage in the Yarra Ranges by the Yarra Ranges Heritage Network for more on the region’s historic sites.

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MARKETS WHAT DO YOU THINK ARE SOME OF THE BENEFITS OF LOCAL MARKETS?

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1st Saturday of the month 9am-1pm, 2 Church Street Enjoy the vibrant village atmosphere and visit our market nestled in the Hills for handmade, homemade, homegrown produce, Bric - Brac, Yummy food and great coffee.

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They add to the local scene in a positive way. And the setting, it’s a pleasant and pretty area, so it’s nicer for everyone who is attending.

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1st June, 6th July, 3rd August Bookings and enquiries: Teena 0421 674 990

Yarra Glen Racecourse Market Sun 3rd December

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Family friendly makers market featuring 300 stalls of unique hand crafted products & food

Every 3rd Sunday of the month

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The market has a lot to offer customers as they wander around!

TO MARKET, TO MARKET! HEALESVILLE Community Market has been running on the first Sunday of the month for 30 years.

The market boasts about 90 permanent and 30 casual stalls that sell plants, clothing, jewellery, brass bells, fruit and vegetables, books, toys, coffee, barbecue poffertjes, apples, cards and paper, collectables, socks and underwear, knitwear, garden tools, moccasins, vintage, second hand times, dog treats, DVDs and lots more.

Healesville Community Market is a friendly country market that allows dogs on leads and operates all year round, except on total fire ban days.

The market endeavours to support local groups with the funds raised and the market committee welcomes local groups that wish to fund-raise for projects.

The Healesville Community Market team also runs a small market in Coronation Park on the third Sunday of the month.

The Healesville Community Market boasts around 90 permanent stalls and about 30 casual stalls.

That market has about 25 stalls and offers plants, toys, collectables, dog treats and more.

Call 0488 445 112 for inquiries. To keep up to date with the market, find it on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ HealesvilleCommunityMarket.

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Every Saturday 9am - 2pm St Andrews market is a great place to shop, relax and take in the atmosphere, AND also somewhere to sell your creations and/or pre-loved goods.

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Casual stalls are only $15 per with no pre-bookings required and we welcome all Handmade, Recycled & Creative items.

We do have some restrictions so please refer to our website: standrewsmarket.com.au or email:standrewsmarket@yahoo.com.au for information before attending.

Cnr Heidelberg-Kinglake Rd & Kangaroo Ground Rd, St Andrews Melway Ref: 394 F11 /G11 www.standrewsmarket.com.au Touristnews

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3rd Sunday of the Month

Contact: 0488 445 112 Stallholder Enquiries Welcome

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DIRECTORY GALLERIES & GIFTS Den of Antiquities 25a Bell Street Yarra Glen Open: Wednesday - Monday 10.30am-5pm 9730 2111 Ruby Tuesdays 90-94 Melbourne Hill Rd Warrandyte VIC 3113 Open 9amâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;5pm Mon - Friday Sat 9-4pm 9844 4600 www.rubytuesday.com Art at Linden Gate 899 Healesville-Yarra Glen Rd, Yarra Glen VIC 3775 9730 1861 artatlindengategallery.com.au artatlindengate@gmail.com 10am-5pm Fri-Mon & Public Hols

MARKETS Eltham Community Craft & Produce Market Alistair Knox Park, Panther Place Eltham 3rd Sunday of every month 8.30am-12.30pm 0401 288 027 Emerald Community Market Kilvington Drive, Emerald 3rd Sunday of every month 9am-3pm Kallista Community Market 2 Church Street Kallista 1st Saturday of the Month 9am-1pm 0402 012 247 Healesville Community Market River Street Car Park 1st Sunday of the Month Coronation Park 3rd Sunday of the Month 0488 445 112 St Andrews Market Cnr Heidelberg-Kinglake Rd & Kangaroo Ground Rd St Andrews Every Saturday 8am-2.00pm www.standrewsmarket.com.au Warburton Artisans & Produce Market @ Arts Centre Warburton Opp Water Wheel 0447 277 513 1st Sunday of the Month 11am-3pm Yarra Glen Racecourse Market Armstrong Ave Yarra Glen http://www.craftmarkets.com.au/ markets/yarra-glen.aspx

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Yarra Valley Regional Food Group Farmers Market Yering Station 38 Melba Highway Yarra Glen 9739 0122 www.yarravalleyfood.com.au

ACCOMMODATION & RESTAURANTS Ferntree Gully Hotel 1130 Burwood Highway Ferntree Gully Hotel 9758 6544 www.ferntreegullyhotel.com.au Grand Hotel Healesville 270 Maroondah Highway Healesville 5962 4003 www.healesvillegrandhotel.com.au Sanctuary House Restaurant & Resort Motel 326 Badger Creek Road Healesville 5962 5148 www.sanctuaryhouse.com.au York on Lilydale Resort Cnr York & Swansea Rd Mt Evelyn 9736 4000 www.yorkonlilydale.com.au Alpine retreat 3340 Warburton Hwy Warburton VIC 3799 5966 2411 www.alpineretreat.com.au Cuckoo Restaurant 508 Mount Dandenong Tourist Rd, Olinda VIC 3788 Menu: cuckoorestaurant.com.au 9751 1003

THROUGH THE CELLAR DOOR Badger Creek Blueberry Farm St Ronans Cider 11 Garnook Grove Badger Creek 5962 1601 Open: Thurs - Mon 10am - 5pm www.blueberrywinery.com.au Greenstone Vineyard 179 Glenview Rd Yarra Glen Open Thurs to Mon, 10am - 5pm 9730 1022 www.greenstonevineyards.com.au Tokar Estate 6 Maddens Lane Coldstream Open 10.30am - 5pm Daily 5964 9585 www.tokarestate.com.au Sutherland Estate 2010 Melba Hwy Dixons Creek 0402 052 287 www.sutherlandestate.com.au

Yileena Park 271 Steels Creek Rd Yarra Glen VIC 3775 Open- Mon- Sun 11am- 5pm 9730 1977 www.yileenapark.com.au Wild Cattle Creek Estate 473 Warburton Hwy, Wandin North VIC 3139 5964 4755 www.wildcattlecreek.com.au

EMERGENCY CONTACTS FIRE, POLICE, AMBULANCE 000 Wildlife Victoria Emergency Response 1300 094 535 Fire Victorian Bushfire info line 1800 240 667 Belgrave Police Station 9754 6677 Emerald Police Station 5954 0200 Healesville Police Station 5962 4422 Lilydale Police Station 9730 1296 Yarra Glen Police Station 9730 1296 Belgrave Pharmacy 1639 Burwood Hwy Belgrave 9754 2001 Cockatoo Pharmacy 36/38 McBride St Cockatoo 5968 8555 Emerald Village Pharmacy 8 Kilvington Dr Emerald 5968 3023 Healesville Walk Pharmacy Healesville Walk Maroondah Highway Healesville 5962 4165 Healesville Pharmacy 215 Maroondah Highway Healesville 5962 5845 Monbulk Pharmacy 98 Main Rd Monbulk 9756 6273 Yarra Glen Pharmacy 34 Bell Street Yarra Glen 7930 1433

DOCTORS Belgrave Medical Clinic 1575 Burwood Hwy Belgrave 9757 8000

Get Well Clinic 408 Maroondah Highway Healesville 5962 4030 Emerald Medical Centre 1 Murphys Way Emerald 5968 4622 Monbulk Family Clinic Yarra Valley Clinic 223 Maroondah Highway Healesville 5962 4633 Yarra Valley Clinic 223-225 Maroondah Hwy Healeville 5962 4489 Yarra Glen Clinic 1 Symonds Street Yarra Glen 9730 2536

CAFES & GARDENS Warran Glen 373 Warrandyte Road Warrandyte 98443027 Cafe 98441322 www.warranglen.com.au Warratina Lavender Farm 105 Quayle Rd Woori Yallock Open: Wednesday - Sunday 10am-4pm 5964 4650 Allowyn Gardens 1210 Melba Highway Yarra Glen 9730 2400 www.alowyngardens.com.au Beechworth Bakery 316 Maroondah Highway Healesville Open daily 6.30am-6pm 1300 233 784 www.BeechworthBakery.com.au Big Bouquet 27 Barak Lane Healesville Open 7 Days 10am-5pm 5962 2283 Grants on Sherbrooke 70 Monbulk Rd Kallista Open 7 Days 9am-5pm 9755 2888 www.grantsonsherbrooke.com.au

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MegaBeasts at Healesville Sanctuary (to 14 July).

Inquiries: 1300 966 784 Mega Keeper Adventure at Healesville Sanctuary on weekends and school holidays (to 12 July). Inquiries: 1300 966 784 Steam and Cuisine Luncheon on Puffing Billy, Belgrave. Inquiries: 9757 0700 Experience Yesteryear Tour at Mont De Lancey Historic Property, Wandin North. Inquiries: 5964 2088 dhumba-njan (speak I) dhumba-njarr (speak you) at Yarra Ranges Museum. 10am-4pm daily all winter.

Inquiries: 9294 6313 Hello, Healesville! At The Memo, Healesville. 1-2 June.

Inquiries: 1300 368 333 Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow at The Memo, Healesville. Inquiries: 1300 368 333 Yarra Glen Racecourse Market at Yarra Valley Racecourse, Yarra Glen. 9am-2pm.

- Midweek harness racing at Yarra Valley Racecourse, Yarra Glen.

The Sapphires at The Memo, Healesville. Inquiries: 1300 368 333 A Glimpse of Melba at Coombe Cottage, Coldstream.

All winter. Inquiries: 9739 0173 Healesville Sanctuary’s Wine and Wildlife, 8-10 June.

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Inquiries: 1300 966 784 Warburton Film Festival at the Arts Centre, Warburton.

14-16 June. Inquiries: 1300 368 333 Badger Creek Women’s Choir. Inquiries: 1300 368 333 Shortest Lunch. Various locations in the Yarra Valley.

22-23 June.

Burrinja Circus Festival at Burrinja Cultural Centre, Upwey. 28 June-6 July. Inquiries: 1300 368 333

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School holiday fun at the Y Water Discovery Centre, Yea. Inquiries: 5797 2663 Pencil In Action at MiRA, Marysville. Inquiries: 5963 4567 Mission Songs Project at The Memo, Healesville.

Inquiries: 1300 368 333 Opera Australia Presents The Barber Of Seville at The Memo, Healesville. Inquiries: 1300 368 333 Tea Cosy Exhibition and Competition at Warratina Lavendar Farm, Wandin North. Until 21 July. Inquiries: 5964 4650 Christmas in July, Vines Restaurant, 6.30pm-11pm

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Victorian Concert Orchestra at Mooroolbark Community Centre. Inquiries: 1300 368 333 Wood Work Wonders Expo at Warratina Lavendar Farm, Wandin North. Inquiries: 5964 4650

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