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PARTY TIME IN LAKES
Lakes Entrance is heading into party mode as the carnival comes to town and an extravagant New Year’s fireworks display is readied for seaside revellers... Pages 9 & 20
EAST GIPPSLAND SUMMER DAYS Water sports, music festivals, twilight golf, seafood feasts – beautiful East Gippsland has a lot for summertime visitors to immerse themselves in... Page 4 to 9
SUMMER SHOWTIME
SOUTH GIPPY HOLIDAY IDEAS Page 10
MARKETS
Wonthaggi, Neerim and Lang Lang all have their Agricultural Shows this summer. A vast array of country style entertainment is on offer. From magicians to vintage vehicles, the wood chop to livestock competitions, quilting to live music and everything in between.. Page 14 & 16
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MORNINGTON MOTORCYCLES AND PWC’S Lunch & Dinner 7 Days a Week 38 Church St Lakes Entrance, Vic 3909 Ph: 03 5155 3500 Fax: 03 5155 4013 www.thelakes-scc.com.au Find us on Facebook
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