April 2012
The Southern Highlands & Illawarra Region
Brigadoon Scotland with a wee bit of Aussie flavour!
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HIGHLAND GATHERING- 21 April 2012 STREET PARADE: 9.30am CLOSING CEREMONY: 4-4.30pm EVENTS: • Pre-Games Entertainment-Bundanoon Oval • Street Parade
AT THE OVAL • Massed Pipes and Drums • Highland Dancing • Scottish Country Dancing • Traditional Games and not so traditional Games for all ages • Solo Fiddler • The Tartan Warriors, Lifting the Bundanoon Stones of Manhood • Swordplay School of Theatrical Fencing & Stage Combat • Highlander Celtic Rock Band Australia • 120 Speciality, Crafts, Souvenirs & Food Stalls, even "Haggis" • 30 Clan information Tents to trace your heritage
ADMISSION: Child $5, Adults $18,
Family $40, (2 adults + 2 children) Conc, $15 (Only for holders for Aged Pension Card which must be produced on request)
CONTACTS: Ph: 02 4883 7471 EMAIL: publicity.brigadoon@bigpond.com WEB: www.brigadoon.net.au OFFICIAL “BRIGADOON” CEILIDH (SCOTTISH KNEES-UP)
Contact Helene: helenejessep@hotmail.com BOOKINGS: Ph: 02 4883 6033 Ticket booking now available
ACCOMMODATION AND PRE-PURCHASE Ticketing Service Phone: 1300 657 559 Ticket Booking now available on-line at the Brigadoon website: www.brigadoon.net.au TRAINS:
Federal City Express Train from Canberra BOOKINGS 02 6284 2790 BUNDANOON HIGHLAND GATHERING can be viewed online:
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Bundanoon is Brigadoon Brigadoon Program - 21 April 2012 9.30 - 10.30am. Pre-Games Entertainment - Bundanoon Oval Highlander Celtic Rock Group Australia 9.30am. Street Parade - Pipe Bands, Decorated Floats & Marching Clan Societies. Starts at Erith & Amy Streets. AT THE OVAL 10.20am. Massed Band Display - 25 Pipe Bands perform in the arena throughout the day. 10.30am. Official Opening Ceremony - by Chieftain of the Day. National Anthem of Australia and National Song of Scotland. 11.00am. 35th Highland Gathering - traditional (& not so traditional) Highlands Games caber toss, shot put, water toss, egg toss, Fergie stones. 11.00am.Massed Scottish Country Dancing Display - audience participation in Dashing White Sergeant. 12.00pm.‘Bonnie Bairns’ Highland Dress Competition 3.10 pm. Lifting of the Bundanoon Stones of Manhood - David Huxley’s "Tartan Warriors" 4.00 - 4.30pm. Final Massed Bands Display & Closing Ceremony ALSO DURING THE DAY: Continuous band displays and recitals, Solo Fiddler, Scottish Highland Dancing, Brigadoon Heavy Challenge, Kilted Dash, Highlanders Celtic Rock Band. OVER 120 VARIETY STALLS AVAILABLE ON DAY - PLUS CLAN SOCIETY INFORMATION TENTS Other activities include: HERITAGE TRAIN RIDES Travel to Brigadoon on a heritage train! THE CEILIDH Enjoy your whole experience of a true Scottish gathering! Come to the The Ceilidh. Evening Saturday 21 April 2012 - at Bundanoon Hall, 7.30pm to 12.30am
The Bundanoon Highland Gathering Brigadoon is recognised as the ‘premier’ Scottish event in Australia and has international links world wide, with some of the most prestigious gatherings in the world,Royal Braemar for example, and the inclusion last year of an overseas band at Brigadoon only enhanced their international reputation and that of Southern Highlands as a “Must See” event and location.
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A taste of Autumn
From the Editor April Welcome to the Southern Highlands and surrounding areas as the summer heat abates, pleasant autumn days and cooler nights make for a perfect time to enjoy the delightful attractions and events that our region is known for! During April and early May, indulge your appreciation of antiques and vintage cars, participate in a truly Scottish event and join the celebration of the pumpkin and the apple. An annual ‘standout’ festival in the Southern Highlands is Brigadoon in Bundanoon. Held each year in April, the gathering of the clans means that festivities will include a street parade, massed pipe bands, dancing, games, displays and more. All to celebrate this important Scottish event! The Robertson Railway Committee will host a Vintage and Classic Car Day during April. The day will be made special with displays of restored and functioning, vintage working machinery.
The Southern Highlands Antiques and Collectables Fair is on again early in May and promises to be a draw card for collectors, both serious and novice. Join the fun at the Illawarra Fly when the Easter Bunny will create excitement for kids, handing out loads of easter eggs and playing games over the Easter School Holidays. There will be two Easter Egg hunts. Check page 15 for more details. Have a safe and happy Easter! Coincidently, 6 May is a day in our region when we celebrate the pumpkin and the apple. The Collector Village will hold its annual Pumpkin Festival with all things ‘pumpkin’, and Tallong will hold its annual event, Tallong Apple Day. Why not make a day of it and enjoy two festivals on the same day. Both events promise to be family friendly, with lots of fun, food and entertainment.
Contents Markets Map Wine Trail Dining Guide What's On
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Towns Campbelltown, Camden Wollondilly Mittagong & Bowral Berrima & Moss Vale Robertson Goulburn Wollongong
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FEATURED EVENTS Brigadoon in Bundanoon Antiques & Collectable Fair Train Works Exhibition Easter Bunny @ the Illawarra Fly Vintage & Classic Car Day Tallong Apple Day Pumpkin Festival
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Enjoy your stay and as always carry your iMag with you. Linda
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T aste Macarthur Week 15 - 22 April
Indulge in the Macarthur region with special offers and discounts at a variety of cafes, restaurants and bars. A deliciously jam-packed program for you to sink your teeth into.
Arts Centre Café A free cup of tea or coffee with every meal ordered over $8.50, when you mention ‘Taste Macarthur Week’. Available everyday. Campbelltown Arts Centre, Art Gallery Road, Campbelltown P. 02 4645 4297 www.artscentrecafe.com.au
La Terrazza at Macarthur Grange Country Club Enjoy a 10% discount off your food and beverages when you dine at La Terrazza. Available Thursday to Sunday. Macarthur Grange Country Club Raby Road, Kearns P. 02 9820 4599 www.macarthurgrange.com.au
Essen Café and Restaurant A free glass of house wine with dinner when you mention ‘Taste Macarthur Week’. Available everyday. 54 Queen Street, Campbelltown P. 02 8078 2216 www. essencampbelltown.com.au
Macquarie Links International Golf Club A complimentary dessert with any main meal ordered from the a la carte menu, when you mention ‘Taste Macarthur Week’. Available Tuesday to Sunday lunch from 11am to 3pm. Macquarie Links Drive, Macquarie Links P. 02 8796 5888 www.macquarielinksgolfclub.com.au
Rashays Café and Restaurant Enjoy a premium cut of Angus Steak (270g) served with a choice of mash and vegetables or chips and salad for $19. Available everyday. 39 Queen Street, Campbelltown P. 1300 013 000 www.rashays.com Harrington’s at Harrington Grove Country Club A complimentary bottle of house wine with lunch or dinner booking during ‘Taste Macarthur Week’, when you mention this offer. (One available per table booking). 1 Forestgrove Drive, Harrington Park P. 02 4631 3200 www.harringtongrovecountryclub.com.au Infusion Restaurant at Rydges Receive a complimentary Bloody Mary or coffee with your brunch meal on The Terrace. Available Saturday and Sunday. Rydges Hotel, Old Menangle Road, Campbelltown P. 4645 0500 www.rydges.com/campbelltown
The Views Restaurant at Camden Golf Club A special ‘Carnivore’s Delight’ meal, of a 450g prime t-bone steak served with chips and salad and your choice of sauce, plus a free glass of wine or standard beer for $26. 50 Lodges Road, Narellan P. 02 4646 1203 www.camdengolfclub.com.au Mina’s Thai Restaurant Buy one main meal and get one free, when you eat at Mina’s during ‘Taste Macarthur Week’. Available everyday for lunch and dinner. 256 Queen Street, Campbelltown P. 02 4627 2572 Barenz Listen to live music on Sunday and Friday during ‘Taste Macarthur Week’. 130 Argyle Street, Camden P. 02 4655 2400 www.barenz.com.au
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Autumn scenes in Macarthur
Macarthur
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Camden, Narellan, Campbelltown Macarthur - the best of both worlds! Where can you find a vibrant city with modern delights, enjoy the tranquillity of nature reserves and historic charm, but also revel in adrenalin packed activities. Macarthur is less than an hour’s drive south-west of Sydney and includes the cities of Campbelltown and historic Camden. Throughout the region, the history of colonial settlement is reflected in the large number of heritage listed buildings; Camden Park House and Macarthur Park are fine examples of 19C architecture prevelent in the area. The Macarthur district played a significant role in the birth of the Australian Wool, Wine and Wheat industries. History books tell us that John Macarthur was responsible for our success as producers of fine Merino Wool, but historical records show that Elizabeth Macarthur, his wife, played a larger role than he did. John & Elizabeth Macarthur established convict built Belgenny Farm on part of the original 5000 acres granted to the family by Lord Camden in 1805. Today, Belgenny Farm is a major educational centre with direct links to our agricultural history. It offers specialised educational and environmental tours, giving young people and special interest groups a chance to learn about agriculture and its history in NSW. Macarthur is rich in history but also in art & culture. There is a diverse range of cultural venues including a number of small boutique art
galleries such as Struggletown Fine Arts Complex. Campbelltown Arts Centre and the Campbelltown Entertainment and Exhibition Centre are the entertainment heart of Macarthur. Macarthur is bordered by scenic hills, nature reserves and the Georges and Nepean Rivers. The beauty of the nature reserves and wildlife trails will surprise and delight with spectacular flowing streams, rock escarpments and native flora and fauna. For a superb day out, visit one of Macarthur's most interesting attractions; Australian Botanic Gardens, Mount Annan offers a lovely family day out in the midst of 416 hectares of Australian bushland. The facility includes picnic areas, a restaurant, over 10 kilometres of walking tracks and a native flora research facility and NSW Seedbank.
Campbelltown visitor information centre
What to See & Do Campbelltown Arts Centre Japanese Gardens and Teahouse Struggletown Fine Arts Complex Mount Annan Botanic Garden Fine dining at our many cafes and restaurants Boutique shopping & markets Macarthur Square – shopping, leisure, dining and entertainment complex Horse riding, Laser Skirmish Joy flights, hot air ballooning and skydiving Major Regional Festivals Fisher's Ghost Festival Ingleburn Alive Camden Antique Fair Camden Festival New Year's Eve Celebrations VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRES Campbelltown VIC 15 Old Menangle Rd, Campbelltown Ph 4645 4921 www.campbelltown.nsw.gov.au Camden VIC 'John Oxley Cottage' Camden Valley Way, Elderslie Ph 4658 1370 www.camden.nsw.gov.au
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April in Macarthur
Casual dining @
Melaleuca House
...so much to see, so much to do, so little time to do it...
Relax before or after exploring the Mount Annan Botanic Garden. All day breakfast, burgers, pastas, salads, sandwiches and great coffee.
Open: Mon - Fri, 10am-5pm. Sat - Sun, 8am -5pm
evenings for private parties and functions.
Ph: (02)4648 3318
E:enquiries@melaleucahouse.com.au
Autumn has arrived, so before the days become too chilly to head outdoors, enjoy the remaining sunny days by getting out and about in the Macarthur region! Kicking off the month is the Macarthur Centre for Sustainable Living’s Live Smart Festival on Sunday 1 April. The Festival will showcase a variety of sustainable products and services and will also feature a farmers market, kids activities, music, entertainment, food stalls, free workshops and lectures. A great family day out!
Play...relax....be entertained at the
Also on Sunday 1 April is Wivenhoe Historic House Open Day. Enjoy a glimpse of a bygone era with a guided tour of the historical house, built in 1837. Glenalvon House Open Days are held on 3, 14 and 18 April and provide the opportunity to view the domestic and social history of the Campbelltown area through the many photos and artifacts displayed in this beautiful Georgian townhouse which was built in 1840. One of the region’s newest operators, Gledswood Homestead Ghost Tours, is held every Friday night. Experience Gledswood Homestead by torchlight
Camden R.S.L.
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23 Cawdor Rd, Camden (Adjacent to Coles) Ph: 4655 8705
Facilities
CHINESE RESTAURANT OPEN DAILY Lunch 12 - 2.30pm Dinner 5.30pm Snack Bar & A - La - Carte Menu. A Smoke Free Zone!.
ROCK & ROLL & SWING CLASSES - Mon 7 -9pm LINE DANCING - Tues - 11.30am Beginners - 11.30 - 12.30 (18 yrs & over $3) TRIVIA - Wed 7.30pm Lots of fun and prizes, teams of two or more. CLUB BINGO - Fantastic prizes & raffles. Thurs 10.45am MEAT MARKET - Fri 5pm , drawn at 6.30pm. Includes LUCKY MEMBERS DRAW LTPS/11/07262 ENTERTAINMENT in the Ken Bond Lounge - Fri 8.30pm Party Bands. LIVE BANDS - Sat 8.30pm - Free entry RAFFLES - Sun Fill the fridge! Stock the Pantry! Tickets 5pm. Drawn 6.30pm. Includes Lucky Members Draw. LTPS/11/07262
DOWN MEMORY LANE - Sun night entertainment from 5.30pm Membership now open - $5.50 incl GST
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FOR THE INFORMATION OF MEMBERS AND THEIR GUESTS. IS GAMBLING A PROBLEM FOR YOU? G-LINE (NSW) IS A CONFIDENTIAL ANONYMOUS AND FREE COUNSELLING SERVICE
April iN YOuR Garden Artist in residence Free workshops & talks with the Garden’s Sculptor-inResidence, Gary Christian. AnnanrOMA Sun 15 April, 10 am – 4 pm Lakeside. Showcasing Macarthur’s impressive food and wine industry. All day entertainment including headline acts Paul Greene and Claude Hay.
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sketching sAfAri 21 April
Sketch amongst rolling hills, glassy lakes, native flora & wildlife. $20 (includes materials). Bookings essential.
Budding PhOtOgrAPher WOrkshOP series April – July
Explore the art of photography with our five themed workshops. $55 per workshop. Bookings essential.
Your Garden Open 10 am – 5 pm Narellan Road, Mount Annan All bookings and info: 4634 7935 FREE ENTRY Autumn of the Arts events, go to autumnofthearts. com.au
and connect with the spirits that reside in the convict built cellar. The beautiful homestead and its spirits are waiting for you to share their stories. One of the highlights of the April calendar is the annual AnnanROMA Food and Wine Festival on Sunday 15 April. Spend the day sampling Macarthur's range of fresh produce including local wine, olive oil, honey products, coffee, gourmet delicacies, live music, entertainment and more, while in the beautiful lakeside setting of the Gardens. The Comedy at C_Town program at the Campbelltown Arts Centre returns on Monday 16 April with comedian Dave Williams presenting his live show. Described by USA Today as having “a Jim Carrey look and manner that brings the house down”, this is a show not to be missed. Throughout April the Macarthur Centre for Sustainable Living will be hosting a range of workshops including cheese making demonstrations on 14 April, native garden workshops on 21 April and no dig gardening workshops on 28 April. On Saturday 21 April participate in the Australian Botanic Garden’s Sketching Safari Workshop with renowned artist Ellen Fiedler – sketch your way around 416 hectares of rolling hills, native flora and wildlife. High Tea in the Macarthur region has become a hugely popular past
Designer Clothes at bargain prices!
Nasturtium Recycled Fashion Boutique
Top quality designer and upmarket fashion at affordable prices. Country Road, Lisa Ho, Maggie Shepherd, Handwriting, Wendy Heather & many more. All garments taken on consignment.
Shop 3, Lower Level Spotlight Plaza 147 Queen St Campbelltown
Ph 4628 5121
time, with a number of restaurants specialising in this indulgence. Infusion Restaurant at Rydges Campbelltown offers high tea every
BOYD GALLERY Fine Australian Art
afternoon. Harrington Grove Country Club is hosting high tea on Saturday 21 April and the Arts Centre Café at Campbelltown Arts Centre on Sunday 29 April. It is the perfect way to spend time with family and friends. For more information on these events, as well as further information on What's On in Macarthur, go to our website www. macarthur.com.au
COBBITTY VILLAGE
MARKETS
The Original Country Market First Saturday of each month (Except January and February)
8am-1pm BBQ and devonshire teas available
Original artworks by prominent Australian artists including: Patrick Carroll, John Cornwell, Joseph Frost, Warwick Fuller, Pamela Griffith, Kym Hart, Greg Jarmaine, Max Mannix, Paul Margocsy, Lynn Naismith, Velia Newman and many more… Gallery hours: Wed - Sun & Pub Hols 10am-5pm
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BOYD GALLERY
Cobbitty Public School Grounds Cobbitty Road, Cobbitty
Struggletown Complex Sharman Close, Harrington Park
Ph: 0438 512 728 www.cobbittymarkets.com.au
(Opp McDonalds)
PHONE 02 4648 2424 www.boydfineart.com.au
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Monthly Markets Guide A guide to local art & craft, fresh produce, collectables & more.
Bundanoon Market
Cobbitty Market Stalls, BBQ & devonshire teas available 1st Sat 8-1pm (exc Jan & Feb) Cobbitty Public School, Cobbitty Ph: 0438 512 728
Art & craft, plants & bric-a-brac 1st & 3rd Sun (exc Jan) 8.30am-2.30pm. Bundanoon Hall. Railway Ave. Ph: 48844375 or 0438282256
Camden Lion's Market
Berrima School Craft Markets
Large quantity varied stalls 3rd Sat 9am – 1pm (excl Jan) Camden Showground Argyle St. Ph: 0417 230 418
Over 50 stalls 2nd Sun 9-1pm Primary School Ph: 0407 937 473
OPEN: Tues - Sun, 9am - 4.30pm
Robertson Market
ENTRY TO WIRRIMBIRRA IS FREE 3105 Remembrance Drive, Bargo
4th Sat 9am-2pm Colo Vale Ph: 4889 4390
Creative Traders @ Picton
Lilac City Country Market
Creative Traders @ Thirlmere
Local art, craft & produce, planta, bric-abrac & cakes. Activities for kids 1st Sat (exc Jan) Montague St, Goulburn Ph: 4821 1839
3rd Sun monthly 9am - 2pm Cnr Oaks & Barbour Rd, Thirlmere. Ph: 4623 4449
Every Friday Crown St Mall Ph: 0425 277 118
1st Sun monthly 9am - 2pm Menangle St Picton Ph: 4623 4449
Native animals up close, native plant nursery, Australiana gift shop, picnic tables.
Lots of stalls. Good food & refreshments 2nd Sun 9am -3pm School of Arts. Hoddle St Robertson. Ph: 4885 1216
Colo Vale Community Market
A NATIONAL TRUST (NSW) PROPERTY
A special place to visit!
Ph: 4684 1112 www.wirrimbirra.com.au
Wollongong Creative Traders
Creative Traders @ The Oaks 4th Sunday monthly 9am - 2pm 36 St Johns St, The Oaks Ph: 4657 2597
Tour, discover, stay & play! Wine & Dine Markets Natural beauty Places of interest
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Wollondilly Picton, Thirlmere, Tahmoor, Bargo, The Oaks, Oakdale, Nattai, Wilton, Douglas Park, Menangle, Appin, Warragamba, Silverdale, Yerranderie.
Adventure
Now is the perfect time to discover the amazing and diverse range of quality local produce available in the Wollondilly Shire.
Accommodation
Visit www.visitwollondilly.com.au or contact the Visitor Information Centre on 02 4677 8313
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Autumn leaves
Wollondilly
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Picton, Thirlmere, Bargo, Appin
Innovation by Accident 14 April–12 July The Trainworks Exhibition
Railways were once the cutting edge of invention and innovation, and improvements in rail vehicle design, track and signalling have been ongoing since the first locomotive hauled the first train. Trainworks, in partnership with the NSW Rail Transport Museum and the Australian Railway Historical Society (NSW Division) is presenting a temporary exhibition detailing some of the innovative improvements designed and implemented by the railways throughout the years, including many that have come about to improve safety following accidents. The exhibition is part of the 2012 National Trust Heritage Festival and will include photographs and small railway objects and lectures.
Guest Lecturers - Sunday 22 April Join civil engineer, historian and bridge expert Bill Phippen to discover how the Hawkesbury River (railway) Bridge was built and why it was better than the original. Come on a journey with RailCorp Chief Engineer, Signals and Control Systems, Warwick Allison as he discusses how signalling has developed from innovation by accident to safety by design. Discover the wonderful innovations and inventions on the Garratt steam locomotives with renowned railway author Craig Mackey. There is no additional charge for the exhibition or the guest lectures but bookings are highly recommended. Information and bookings go to www.trainworks.com.au Ph: 02 4681 8001
What to See & Do Nepean, Cataract, Cordeaux, Avon & Warragamba Dams Burragorang Lookout Wirrimbirra Sanctuary Train Works in Thirlmere Major Regional Festivals Thirlmere Festival of Steam Picton Rodeo Picton Music & Harvest Festival VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE Old Post Office, Argyle St, Picton Ph: 4677 8313 E: tourism@wollondilly.nsw.gov.au www.visitwollondilly.nsw.gov.au ...will take you there!
AUSTRALIA’S NEWEST AND BIGGEST RAIL EXPERIENCE Open 7 days
Steam Train rides every Sunday 10 Barbour Rd, Thirlmere
Enquiries (02) 4681 8001 - www.trainworks.com.au
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Local Wineries
Mittagong & Bowral Discover the natural beauty, glorious gardens, antiques, art and the heritage of the area all within a day’s drive from Sydney, Canberra and the Illawarra region. The Southern Highlands is a playground for lovers of fine wine and hearty food. Mittagong - the gateway to the Southern Highlands This township is rich in history and is known as the gateway to the Southern Highlands. From here you can explore the wonders on offer. Visit the Mittagong Information Centre or phone 1300 657 559 to gain up-todate information and guidance about how to get the most out of your stay in the area. The town has a real sense of yester-year, with a number of stunning heritage buildings. Close by is Lake Alexandra where the kids can play, the big kids can picnic or just enjoy the quiet relaxed environment on the edge of the Lake. Mittagong is south
west of Sydney in the Nattai River Valley between Mt Gibraltar, known locally as ‘The Gib’ and Mt Alexandra, both extinct volcanic peaks. Bowral - home to the International Cricket Hall of Fame Bowral is a most delightful country town situated in a valley at the foot of Mt.Gibraltar. Due to the high altitude of the Southern Highlands, the town enjoys gorgeous autumns as exotic European trees and shrubs change their colour in preparation for the winter months. The shopping precinct in Bowral has an atmosphere like that of few other country towns as it offers an eclectic variety of boutiques, bookstores, antique and craft shops, as well as two shopping malls. The restaurants, coffee shops and cafes offer a huge variety of dining experiences from ‘fine dining’ to sidewalk, cafe style eating out.
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What to See & Do All Aboard Model Railway Corbett Gardens in Bowral Southern Highlands Wineries Lake Alexandra International Cricket Hall of Fame Major Regional Festivals. Jazz & Ragtime Festival Antiques & Collectables Fair Bowral Tulip Time Bowral Autumn Music Festival Art Studio Wine Trail VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRES
International Cricket Hall of Fame & VIC, St Jude St Bowral Ph: 4862 1247 Tourism S/Highlands 62 - 70 Main St, Mittagong. Ph: 1300 657 559 www.southern-highlands.com.au
School Holiday Activities! Train Works More than a museum! Australia's largest & oldest Railway Museum Barbour Rd, Thirlmere. Ph: 4681 8001 Wirrimbirra Wildlife Sanctuary Native animals, native plant nursery, gift shop, picnic tables. 3105 Remembrance Drive, Bargo Ph: 4684 1112 www.wirrimbirra.com.au Mount Annan Botanic Garden Set on more than 400 hectares of parkland, this garden features BBQ and picnic facilities, themed gardens,
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a restaurant, a plant nursery, gift shop, walking tracks, interactive sculptures and guided tours. Mount Annan Dr, Mount Annan Ph: 4634 7935 All Aboard Braemar Model Railways. A world of model trains, displays & miniature gardens. 68-72 Hume Hwy, Braemar Ph: 4871 2966 The Illawarra Fly Tree Top Walk Viewing platform, cafe, gift shop. 182 Knights Hill Rd, Knights Hill via Jamberoo Rd. Ph: 1300 362 881 The Bradman Museum Historical material associated with the
game and its greatest batsman. St Judes Street, Bowral. Ph: 4862 1247 Fitztroy Falls Walks to the Falls, stunning views, visitor centre, cafe & picnic & BBQ facilities. Nowra Rd, Fitzroy Falls Ph: 4887 7270 Goulburn Waterworks Museum Marsden Weir. (off Fitzroy St) Goulburn Ph: 4823 4448 The Big Merino Gift Shop has products made from fine Australian Merino Wool. Museum. Cnr Hume & Sowerby Sts. Goulburn Ph: 48822 8013
Mittagong
fig & olive
VICTORIA HOUSE NEEDLECRAFT Beautiful needlecraft to wear and decorate your home
Cocktail Bar, Woodfired Gourmet Pizzas, Espresso Bar
Open 9am-5pm, 7 days
Open: Mon - Wed 4pm till late Thurs – Sun 12 noon till late Kitchen open till 9.30 pm nightly
49 Old Hume Hwy, Mittagong Shop online: www.victoriahouseneedlecraft.com.au
Ph: 02 4871 1682
79 Old Hume Highway, Mittagong
Ph: 4871 1889
Mittagong, your gateway to the Southern Highlands - stay, play, wine, dine & relax!
live love dance Catering for all your dance & performance needs. Dont forget our fabulous ladies fashion including labels like Cooper St and Sass and Fate
Open 6 days a week.
Relax & rejuvenate Facials, Waxing, Manicures, Acrylic Nails, Universal Contour Wrap, Pedicures, Special Occasion Makeup.
24 Bowral Rd. Mittagong.
Shop 4, 101C Main St, Mittagong
www.livelovedance.com.au
Ph: 4872 2040.
Ph: 4872 1677
Great fun for all the family
All Aboard Model Railways is one of the premier attractions in the Southern Highlands. Journey through the world of model trains with our unique displays and trainscaped miniature garden.
www.allaboard.com.au BRAEMAR
• Coffee shop & light refreshments • Sales and service
RAILWAYS
M ODEL
68-72 Old Hume Hwy, Braemar. Nth Mittagong
Open 10am-4.30pm, 7 days
Ph: 48712966
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HUGE AUTUMN CLEARANCE SALE
ON NOW
OPEN 7 DAYS Importer of Japanese Antiques, Art, Ceramics, Interiors, Textiles
6-8 Cavendish Street
Saturday 5th May and Sunday 6th May 2012 will see the Bowral Memorial Hall transformed into an impressive showcase of antiques when around twenty dealers from all around the country combine for the 25th Southern Highlands Antiques Fair. Organised by antiques dealer Mick Dalton, this event has become a great drawcard for collectors both serious and novice alike. Traditionally the aim of a fair is to cater for all tastes and incomes, from the smallest thimble to a grand Victorian chest. Prices are competitive and the range of items for sale is enormous, enabling customers to view many different dealers all together under one roof, instead of travelling to twenty different establishments. taste the difference seven days a week at
the cheese store at Bowral
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4871 1388
www.japanache.com.au *Sale on selected items only
A fine food store with a wide variety of Australian & imported cheeses & gourmet foods. Select your own gift hamper. Corbett Plaza, Wingecarribee St Bowral
Ph: 4862 3749 www.thecheesestore.com.au Mon - Fri 9-5pm, Sat 8.30-4pm, Sun 10-3pm
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Georgian and Victorian jewellery, English and European porcelain, silver, glass, linen, lamps, collectables and furniture, both rustic and traditional will be displayed with great care and pride, the dealers themselves endeavouring to supply as much information as possible to help the collector. The Southern Highlands Antiques Fair is a major fundraiser for the Bowral and District Hospital Auxiliary who will provide delicious light lunches and morning and afternoon teas throughout the weekend of the fair as well as a raffle and a stall selling delicious cakes, biscuits and jams. The Southern Highlands Antiques Fair is open to the public from 9:00am until 5:00pm on Saturday 5th May and from 10:00am until 4:00pm on Sunday 6th May. Admission is $8.00 for adults and includes a lucky door prize ticket. Accompanied children are free. The Bowral Memorial Hall is situated in Bendooley St, Bowral, parallel to Bong Bong St, right in the centre of town. There is plenty of parking available nearby and wheelchair access into the hall. For any further information please contact Mick Dalton on Mobile 0428 446 534.
Roundabout the House.
The Easter Bunny comes to the Illawarra Fly Treetop Adventures School Holiday Offerings Try the Ultimate Day Pass – Great VALUE The Easter Bunny will hand out loads of easter eggs and play games with the kids over the Easter school holidays. There will be two Easter Egg hunts: 12 noon - 7 & 8 April Bring the Grandparents for FREE Any grandparent who brings their grandchild to the Fly over Easter will get free entry. Just pay for the child. Ultimate Day Pass - $84 Great for families or groups with kids. Two mums or two dads with four kids between them – only pay $42 for each family group. The Pass includes: • Airwalk pass for 2 adults & 4 children • iFly Ranger kit for each child • iFly Meal deal for each
child (popper, hot chips, Ice block & toy) • 2 sandwiches & 2 regular coffees. Wet Weather Challenge – 50% off regular admission on rainy days To encourage people to visit the Illawarra Fly during wet weather days and to truly experience the beauty of the rain forest, the Illawarra Fly has created the Wet Weather Challenge. Go to our facebook website, like us and all the details will be provided. We will use Facebook to call out when the challenge is on! The Illawarra Fly Treetop Adventures offers a unique way to experience the rainforest with breathtaking views from the Illawarra Escarpment overlooking the beautiful South Coast.Located on Tourist Dr 9 between Robertson and Kiama. Ph: 02 4885 1010
www.illawarrafly.com
Round about the House in Mittagong are stockist of all things for ….round about the house! • Treated timber • Picket fencing • Gazebos • Retaining walls material • Lattice • Fencing timber • Pool fencing • Cubby houses • Custom made gates • Pergolas See Michael and the team at 96 Bowral Road. Receive all the help, advice and materials that you need to make any project around the house a success. Open everyday! Phone 4872 2866.
Roundabout the House
Pavers, retaining walls, pergolas, garden sheds, gates, arbours, cubbys, fencing, dove cotes & lots more.
OPEN 7 DAYS
96 Bowral Rd, Mittagong
Ph: 4872 2866 Fax: 48722867
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Twin Falls Bush Cottages Escape to the bush!
Enjoy the unspoilt beauty and tranquillity of the Australian bush. Twin Falls Bush Cottages offer you well appointed accommodation in a peaceful and private bushland setting.
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Ph: 02 4655 8000
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Function rooms •Restaurant/Bistro Open: Lunch Tuesday - Sunday, & Dinner Tuesday - Saturday Highlands Golf Club, Hume Hwy, Mittagong Phone: (02)4871 1995 Pro Shop: (02) 4871 3274 Email: enquiries@highlandsgolf.com.au
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Historic Berrima
Berrima & Moss Vale
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Bundanoon Berrima - a shoppers paradise Berrima is a unique, historic village offering a day tripper the most wonderful array of food and shopping experiences in a living history environment. Established as a township in 1831, Berrima is a preserved Australian, Georgian, colonial town. It is located in a picturesque valley on a bend of the Wingecarribee River. The town was laid out in the manner of an English village around a village green. The centre of the village today is a living museum, with many of the original buildings, including the gaol, still providing a unique atmosphere within the town. The area is famous for its bushranger activity in the late 1800s. Today, Berrima is a favourite day trip destination for Sydneysiders and Illawarra and Canberra residents. It offers exquisite boutique shopping, antiques and great food. Moss Vale, the Shire Capital Moss Vale is the gateway to the Hume Highway and the Illawarra and is central to Southern Highland townships and villages and to Highland attractions. The town retains an atmosphere and charm of yesteryear due to an effort to preserve and restore old public buildings and private homes. Some buildings date to the 1860s 1890s, the Old Post Office. The Moss Vale Hotel, Court House and the historic Railway Station are fine examples of the 19C architecture. Leighton Gardens, in the centre of town, is as pretty as a picture in spring and autumn with massed displays of flowers and shrubs.
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Bundanoon, a "place of deep gullies". Early industries in the district included timber milling, sandstone quarrying and farming. Today Bundanoon retains many of its early 20C buildings and has a 'yesteryear' charm about it. Bundanoon has its share of interesting craft shops, art galleries, cafes, restaurants, nurseries and picnic areas. You can hire a bike, walk through nearby Morton National Park, enjoy picnic spots, native flowers and birds and see kangaroos and wallabies at dusk on the edge of town. Take a walk to "Glow Worm Glen" and discover how the Glow Worms live and glow. Bundanoon is a bushwalkers paradise with fourteen suggested walks; most have vantage points with spectacular views across the valleys. Probably the most visited lookout is the one overlooking the Grand Canyon 3km from the town centre.
What to See & Do Berrima Courthouse Museum Berrima District Museum Leighton Gardens in Moss Vale Southern Highlands Wineries Berrima Goal Major Regional Festivals. Australia Day in Berrima Bundanoon Winterfest Bundanoon Garden Ramble Moss Vale Show Brigadoon in Bundanoon VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE Old Courthouse Museum & Information Centre Cnr Wiltshire & Argyle Sts Berrima Ph: 024877 1505
Enjoy the very best of
The Pines Pastoral Retreat, Relax and Refresh 6 historic cottages set in 700 acres of rural quietness and privacy - self catering. Stroll around the rolling hills and valleys of the farm www.thepinespastoral.com.au E: cottages@thepinespastoral.com.au Ph: 02 4868 3523 Mob: 0418 200 138
Moss Vale
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at the new WERAI TEAHOUSE ONLY $25 pp (min 2 people)
Breakfast & lunches available every day NOW FULLY LICENSED Open 7 days 8 to 5pm. Bookings essential Cnr Mt. Broughton Rd & Werai Rd. Werai. www.werai.com.au E:tables@werai.com.au
Ph: 024883 4664
Bundanoon is Brigadoon This is Scotland with a “wee” bit of “Aussie Flavour” 21st April 2012 Australia’s premier Scottish Gathering – Brigadoon – will again weave its magic, at Bundanoon Be prepared to have your blood stirred and spine tingled as the mist rolls back to the skirl of bagpipes and the village becomes Brigadoon for the day. Once again, Highlander, Celtic Rock Band, is bringing its unique sound to the gathering, this five piece group has a unique sound which has been wowing audiences of all ages with their electrifying high-energy music. The Street Parade starts at 9.30am and features some 23 Pipe Bands from all over the State. The Opening Ceremony begins at 10.30am on the Oval and the Gathering is officially opened by the Chieftain of the Day. Bundanoon, a "place of deep gullies". Bundanoon is a delightful village set close to the Morton National Park and offers scenic walks, waterfalls and stunning views nearby. It is perhaps the prettiest of the Southern Highlands villages. Bundanoon presents a charming scene with its avenue of English trees from the town approach to the main shopping strip. The area is a bushwalkers paradise with fourteen suggested walks, most have vantage points with spectacular views across the valleys. Details can be found by visiting www.bundanoon.com.au
Spectators are treated to a spectacular Massed Pipes and Drums display of highland music. With the swirling of a myriad of coloured tartans and accompanying music that stirs the heart, it makes you proud to wear the Kilt of your ancestors. At the Oval there are over 120 specialist stalls, selling everything imaginable, from Scottish pies to shortbread, from Clan memorabilia to souvenirs, with copious amounts of burgers, steaks and a variety of food promoting every nationality, even the Scots favourite “Haggis”. Everyone is made most welcome at the gathering and encouraged to participate in the “Traditional” and not so “traditional” games.
Throughout the day you can enjoy Highland and Scottish Country dance demonstrations and at irregular intervals the Pipe Bands entertain the crowds with their own special individual styles of music and display marching. Heavy Championship This year the Brigadoon Challenge will again consist of three events. 1. Heavyweight Caber 2. Tossing the weight over the bar for height & 3. Throwing the weight for distance. Using a points system the overall winner of these events wins the Brigadoon Challenge. One of the main events of the day is the display of strength by David Huxley, Australia’s world heavy events champion and his Tartan Warriors. These giants of men compete in a competition to lift the “Bundanoon Stones of Manhood”. As the day of festivities comes to an end, the crowds are once again treated to the spectacle of the Massed Bands which is followed by the lone piper and a closing address by the Chieftain. Further information contact
(61 2) 4883 7471 or E: publicity.brigadoon@bigpond.com W: www.brigadoon.net.au
BUNDANOON PIONEER FLASK.
BUNDANOON PIZZA & PASTA.
A great range of beer, wine & spirits and many of our local beers and cool climate wines.
Takeaway meals.
Open Mon/Sat 10am - 7pm Sun & Pub Hols 10am - 4pm
13 Railway Parade, Bundanoon Ph: 4883 7314
Pasta,Chicken & Pizza dishes. Open: Thurs - Sun 5pm onwards.
37 Railway Pde, Bundanoon Ph: 4883 7733 www.highlandsimag.com.au
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BAKERY CAFE
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A truly unique,
Fresh baked bread & rolls daily. Home made soup & sandwiches. Large selection of hot pies. Devonshire teas & delicious cakes. Great coffee. OPEN 7 DAYS from 8:00am Shop 6, Mrs Oldbucks Cnr. Berrima
Ph: 4877 2785
BROWN SHUTTER.
For that unique gift that really counts. Hume Hwy, Berrima The white shop @ the top.
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BERRIMA NAMEPLATES Cast Aluminium Home & Property Names Made To Order
Tea House Open 7 days
Morning, afternoon tea & light lunch.
Great Coffee! (Free Trade Organic)
Cnr Wingecarribee St & Hume Hwy
Ph: 4877 2222
Surveyor General Inn Est 1834
Australia's oldest, continuous licenced Inn Lunch & dinner, great local wines & a wide choice of draught beer. Open 7 days. Mon-Sat till midnight, Sun 11am-10pm
Open 7 Days.
Accommodation & history!
Ph: 02 4877 1211
Old Hume Hwy, Berrima
Ph: 02 4877 1226
Historic Berrima est. 1831
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Berrima Village Pottery Perfume & Skincare Co.
Open 7 Days 10-5 Unique Country Style Pottery and Home wares from around the world 8 Jellore St, Berrima
p. 02 4877 2699
historic village! perfumeandskincare.com.au
THE COURTYARD CAFE Breakfast & Lunch Morning & Afternoon Teas
Open 6 days 9.30 - 4pm Closed Thurs except Sch Hols
Shop 2, 3 & 4 Berrima's Retreat (behind the Lolly Shop)
Ph: 02 4877 2729
Ph: 48 771987
bvpots@bigpond.net.au
BERRIMA GENERAL STORE Country-style takeaway, breakfast all day, great coffee, icecream, newsagent, eftpos and friendly service. Old Hume Hwy, Berrima
Ph: 4877 1225
SPRINKLES Christmas Shop Open All Year
With a feeling of Christmas
Large range of Christmas decorations & Australian Christmas animals.
An extensive range of gifts, magnets, locally crafted named mugs, candle melts and much, much, more.
Mrs Oldbucks Cnr, Berrima
Mrs Oldbucks Corner, Berrima
Ph: 4877 1577
Ph: 02 4877 1577
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1. Tertini Wines 2. Bousaada Winery 3. Feast @ McVitty 4. Centennial Vineyards 5. Marist Brothers Wines 6. Southern Highlands Wines 7. Mount Ashby Estate 8. Sallys Corner Wines 9. Eling Forest Winery
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The Hermitage Cnr Bong Bong & Old South Rds, Mittagong Open: Sat & Sun 11-4pm, or by app. Phone: (02) 4872 1911 E: sales@maristwines.com www.maristwines.com
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Centennial Vineyards and Restaurant are situated in a breathtaking vineyard setting just 3 minutes drive west from Bowral.The emphasis is on quality food and wine. Visit our cellar door and taste from our multi-award winning wines then have lunch overlooking the vineyards. As the Highlands’ most awarded producer of quality wines, we currently have 20 wines available for tasting with something to tempt everyone’s palate.
The first vineyard that you discover once you leave the M5 motorway from Sydney is The Hermitage vineyard, the home of Marist Brothers Wines. Originally acquired over 100 years ago for the training of the Brothers, the 155-hectare estate is today a sacred place of quiet and tranquility. In addition to the assortment of cool climate wines produced on the 13 hectare vineyard, including sauvignon blanc, riesling, pinot gris, pinot noir and merlot, a selection of homemade jams and relishes is also available for you to taste. Not to be missed on your visit is a viewing of the beautifully restored neo- gothic style chapel.
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Open Thurs - Sun & pub hols 10 - 5pm Ph: 02 4869 4792 info@mountashby.com.au www.mountashby.com.au Experience a taste of France at this boutique Cellar Door brimming with antiques and furniture by Sally Beresford one of Sydney’s most well known antique dealers.Taste our award winning wines including the 2005 Botrytis Pinot Gris winner of the only gold medal and trophy for the best Southern Highland Wine at the inaugral Southern Highlands Wine Show.We also offer Merlot ,Chardonnay, Petit Rouge and our medal winning Cabernet Merlot and Pinot Gris. Also try our marinated Fetta or Pork Rillettes while you take in the stunning rural outlook.
Sallys Corner ⑧ 257 Sally's Corner Rd, Exeter
SALLYS CORNER WINES SPECIAL HALF PRICE SALE • AWARD WINNING 2005 MERLOT: normal price $18 per bottle NOW $9 per bottle for purchase of 12 bottles OR $12 per bottle for purchase of 6 bottles. • CABERNET SAUVIGNON/MERLOT: more than half price reduction to $6 per bottle for purchase of 12 bottles.
LIMITED STOCK DO NOT DELAY SALLYS CORNER WINES 257 SALLYS CORNER ROAD (Midway between Hume Hwy and Old Argyle Rd) EXETER 2579
Ph: 02 4883 4999 Mob: 0424183499
Open 10.30 – 5pm Sat,Sun & pub hols or by appointment E.sallyscornerwines@bigpond.com Ph: 02 4883 4999 Sallys Corner 2008 Chardonnay has just started its show career and already has 2 gold medals & 2 trophies the latest trophy being for best wine of show in the recent Southern Highlands Wine Show. Come & try all our medal winning wines in the very modern cellar door. TRY THE BEST FIRST.
Eling Forest ⑨ On the Hume Highway, Sutton Forest 12kms South of Berrima, 2kms North of the Illawarra Highway
Cellar Door Café & Farm Shop ph: 4878 9155 Open: 7 days per week, 10 am to 5 pm except Xmas Day Email: winery@elingforest.com.au Cellar Door, Café and Farm Shop; where you can purchase gourmet food ‘pronto’ for the traveller. Sample, then enjoy the region’s finest wines in the intimacy of our Café and winter open fire with a choice of farm fresh home-made fare for lunches or morning and afternoon teas. Group wine tasting tours welcome at small charge. BnB, wedding venue and award winning Stones Restaurant.
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Dining Southern Highlands
The Grand Bar & Brasserie
The Blue Rose Cafe
Open for lunch and dinner every day with seasonal menus and daily blackboards and a choice of Brasserie, under the Atrium, Outdoors or in the Bar. Kids' Menu too!
Catering for all occasions: • Special occasions • Group bookings • Devonshire teas • Buses welcome
The Grand Arcade 295 Bong Bong St Bowral E: the grand@hinet.net.au www.grandbarandbrasserie.com.au
Ph: 4861 4783
Blue Rose Cafe - open 7 days 9-5pm Braemar Garden World, Braemar
Ph/fax: 4872 1434
Wolfgang's German Restaurant
The Stone Room - Tapas & Wine Bar
Authentic German & Swiss Cuisine
Weddings, birthdays all functions. Cheese boards & share plates. Extensive wine list. Tapas: from a light snack to a full meal - something for everybody
Open: Lunch, Sat & Sun 11.30 - 2.00pm Dinner, Wed - Sun 5.30pm till late Highlands Arcade, (behind ANZ Bank) 279-287 Bong Bong St. Bowral
Love the food and the ambience! Open: Fri - Sun, lunch. Wed- Sat dinner
www.wolfgangrstaurant.com.au
Ph: 02 4877 2800
Ph: 02 4861 1257
Old Hume Highway BERRIMA
Wild Food Cafe
The Magpie Cafe Berrima
Organic food with passion & personality Licenced: Great organic and local wine also organic beer. Gluten free & Vegan Open 7 days for breakfast & lunch. 6pm Fri & Sat for dinner 250 Bong Bong Street, Bowral
Ph: 4861 2838
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Open 7 Days Breakfast, lunch, dinner. Selection of home-made cakes, scones jam & cream.
BYO. Old Hume Hwy, Berrima
Ph: 4877 2008
What's On April - May Live Smart Festival 1 April 10am - 2pm Macarthur Centre for Sustainable Living, 1 Mount Annan Drive, Mount Annan Family fun day where people can come and learn more about making their homes and gardens more economical and sustainable. Think smart, live smart, be smart! Ph: 4647 9828 Auditions: The Highlands Theatre Group is holding auditions for their June July 2012 production of “Fawlty Towers”, from the BBC sitcom written by the one and only John Cleese and his then wife Connie Booth who both also starred in the show. Set in Fawlty Towers, a fictional hotel in the seaside town of Torquay. The two scripts to be performed will be “The Germans’ and “Communication Problems”. There are lots of roles for all ages and the HTG encourages newcomers to audition. The Information Night is Tues April 3 at 7:30pm in the upstairs Supper Room at The Playhouse. In addition, there will be a read-through evening on Wed April 11 at 7pm at a venue TBA – check the website www.htg.org. au for updates. Auditions are Sun May 15 at 1pm, also at The Playhouse, cnr Bowral Rd & Old Hume Hwy, Mittagong. For more information email the director Andrew Forbes at a4bees@gmail.com To help behind the scenes ph: 0400 457 305 Trainworks 1st Birthday 1 April Trainworks, 10 Barbour Rd, Thirlmere and Thirlmere Station. Step back in time to the heyday of rail travel for Thirlmere’s biggest birthday party. Trainworks first birthday celebration is Sunday April 1st. This 1920’s-style celebration is complete with brass band, roaming entertainment, steam train rides and, of course, a great birthday cake. Join the fun at the Illawarra Fly 7 - 8 April The Easter Bunny will create excitement for kids, handing out loads of easter eggs and playing games over the Easter School Holidays. There will be two Easter Egg hunts 7 -8 April. Tourist Dr 9 between Robertson & Kiama Ph: 4885 1010 Innovation by Accident Exhibition 14 April 14 – 12 July Trainworks, 10 Barbour Road, Thirlmere. Accidents happen! On railways, innovations follow to prevent further accidents and make rail travel safer. This limited time exhibition at Trainworks explores some of New South Wales’ rail accidents and the improvements that developed. Special seminar event Sunday 22 April. Ph: 02 4681 8001. www.trainworks.com.au Vintage & Classic Car Day Fettlers Heritage Art Prize Exhibition 15 April 11.00am Robertson Heritage Railway Station. Yarranga Street. Includes pre-war to classical and collectable cars of all makes and models. People’s Choice trophies plus special prizes for the most original unrestored vehicle and ‘Ladies’ Choice’. Ph: 02 4885 2393
AnnanROMA 15 April 10am - 4pm The Australian Botanic Garden, Mount Annan Sample sensational food and wine from the Macarthur region's local restaurants and vineyards, while enjoying live entertainment. Ph: 4634 7935 Brigadoon at Bundanoon 21 April Bundanoon Oval, Erith St, Bundanoon Street Parade: 9.30am. 25 Pipe Bands, Marching Scottish Clans & Societies, decorated floats. Be prepared to have your blood stirred and spine tingled as the mist rolls back to the skirl of bagpipes and the village becomes Brigadoon. Opening Ceremony - 10.45am Closing Ceremony: 4.00-4.30pm Ph: 02 4883 7471 or Stalls 02 8250 6455
The Train Works Exhibition
Historic Waterworks - open & steaming 22 April 10am-3pm Come and see Goulburn's original 1883 steam beam engine used to supply the city's water. Take the opportunity to have a picnic on the banks of the Wollondilly River. Ph: 4823 4448 or 4823 4492 Buxton Autumn Festival 29 April Buxton Township Family fun, steam train rides, market stalls and bushrangers will feature throughout the day. Ph: 02 23 4449 www.buxtonfestival.com
Tallong Apple Day Festival
Southern Highlands Antiques & Collectables Fair 5 - 6 May Bowral Open Sat 9am - 5pm, Sun 10am -4pm Memorial Hall, Bendooley St, Bowral Features local, Sydney and country dealers offering a wide selection of furniture, jewellery, silver, porcelain, linen, books and many other interesting collectables. Ph: 0428 446 534 Day Out With Thomas 5 & 6 May Trainworks, 10 Barbour Road, Thirlmere Peep! Peep! Thomas and Friend will be visiting Trainworks. Bookings essential. Ph: 02 4681 8001 www.trainworks.com.au
Antiques & Collectables Fair
31st Annual Robertson Wool Festival 5 May Robertson School of Arts, Illawarra Hwy Robertson Local top quality coloured and white fleeces for sale. Fashion Parade, speed knitting competition, sale of spinning and weaving supplies and other wool products. Ph: 4684 2085 Tallong Apple Day Festival 6 May A family & friends fun day from approximately 9am until 3pm. The activities will be centred at the Tallong Memorial Hall, adjacent park and surrounding areas of Memorial Drive & Caoura Road. Market stalls, displays of various classic vehicles & farm & industrial engines, food & refreshment stalls, games for the kids and more… Ph: 0438 619 846 Collector Village Pumpkin Festival 6 May 10:00 am to 4:00 pm Pumpkin scones, pumpkin soup, pumpkin bread and much more! www.pumpkinfestival.com.au
Vintage Car Day in Robertson
Pumpkin Festival in Collector
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The Southern Highlands - an Autumn Wonderland
Robertson
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The Highlands Green Heart is both a good base and a great destination Robertson is a pretty rural village with breath-taking scenery, spectacular waterfalls and rainforests in nearby National Parks. Lush surrounding farmland and country lanes complete the picture for this 'not to be missed' visitor friendly village, which lies at the edge of the Southern Highlands. More and more visitors to the Southern Highlands are discovering THE ROBERTSON the many attractions of Robertson.
PIE SHOP OPEN ALL YEAR
Delicious pies, pastries, sausage rolls, soups and a variety of other foods made on the premises.
Illawarra Highway,
Jamberoo intersection, 3km east of Robertson
The village is worth visiting both for itself, and as an ideal base to explore a spectacular hinterland, it is recognized as the “green heart” of the Southern Highlands on account of its superb rural scenery. Ridge roads with sweeping views contrast with sheltered tree-clad lanes, making this a delightful place for a scenic drive. In the village itself, you’ll find cosy cafes and restaurants, antiques and collectables, galleries with regular exhibitions, and a heritage railway station in landscaped gardens. Many shops specialize in goods that are both hand - made and Australian. The building known as ‘The Cheese Factory’ is a ‘must see’ in Robertson as it now houses a collection of shops offering, cheese, gifts, craft and collectables.
What to See & Do Visit spectacular Fitzroy Falls Robertson Rail Heritage Station Budderoo National Park Belmore Falls Carrington Falls Illawarra Fly Robertson Cheese Factory
For information about Robertson go to: www.robertson.nsw.au VISIT: Robertson Cheese Factory 107 Illawarra Hwy, Robertson Ph: 4885 2000 or 4885 2400
Ph: 4885 1330
Come and explore the shops at
The Robertson Cheese Room Local & international cheeses, gourmet products. Open 7 days.
Green Heart Gallery
Australian works by artisans & craft makers. Ph 4885 2400
Gelato Kitchen & Cafe Hand-made ice cream
Carmen's Collectables Old Wares and Curios
Highlands in Season Produce & products reflecting our seasons
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Accommodation
And Chats Cafe & Restaurant Eat in or takeaway Open 7 days Illawarra H/way Robertson
Ph: 4885 1444
Vintage & Classic Car Day Fettlers Heritage Art Prize Exhibition Sunday,15 April 2012 Commencing at 11.00am • Vintage & Classic Cars –
We will be hosting a Vintage and Classic Car Day including pre-war to classical and collectable cars of all makes and models. There will be ‘People’s Choice’ trophies for best British, American, Australian, European and Japanese classic cars 30 years and over, commercial/pickups plus special prizes for the most original unrestored vehicle and ‘Ladies’ Choice’. Venue: Robertson Heritage Railway Station. Yarranga Street, Robertson (Grounds open; 9.30am for entrants) Open to all clubs and to individual car owners. Free general admission for all cars but a small fee of $10 applies for entry into the competition. Contact Steve Carey on 02 4885 2393 or e-mail: steve@accn.com.au
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“Cockatoo Run” Heritage Diesel locomotive – The Station will be selling tickets for the loop train return trip of Robertson to Moss Vale which is part of the overall “Cockatoo Run” journey from Sydney to the highlands. Enjoy a pleasant train ride through the lush green rural countryside - approx. 12.30pm departure/return approx. 3.30pm - ‘Loop train’ tickets available on the day – Robertson/Moss Vale return - $10 adults, $5 conc, $25 family.
• Historic Working Machinery –
Popular and interesting displays of restored and functioning vintage working machinery in the “Robertson Common” grounds.
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2012 Annual Fettlers Heritage Art Prize Exhibition in the Fettlers Shed Art Gallery from Sat 3 March 11am
(continues weekends: March and April 10.30am – 3.30pm) Celebrate 80 years of Robertson Railway History and involvement with the Unanderra-Moss Vale link line by visiting this fantastic art exhibition where paintings, sculpture, ceramics and other artworks are inspired by Robertson and surrounding villages, the varied subject matter executed by talented artists from Wingecarribee Shire and surrounds. Free entry but gold coin donation would be welcomed. All support for this exhibition, donations from raffles or product purchase help to maintain Robertson Heritage Railway Station and gardens. More details: www. robertsonrailway com.au/fettlersshed-gallery Ph 4885 1598 M: 0408 610 714. Entries to the 2012 Annual Fettlers Heritage Art Prize close on 29 February and we hope there will be a big roll up to fight for the one of 6 prizes on offer. This exhibition is sponsored by local Robertson business and Robertson Art Galleries as well as Arthead of Moss Vale.
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The Station also has an interesting history display showing the history of the railway in this area.
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There will also be a kiosk selling food and drink, great coffee and railway museum and souvenirs. This promises to be a very interesting and enjoyable day with free entry to the public so come along to the Robertson Railway Common and join in to make the day a great success!
Illawarra Fly Treetop Adventures The Illawarra Fly Treetop Walk is a unique 1500 metre rainforest walk, which includes the 500 metre long elevated steel structure walk through beautiful warm temperate rainforest nestled in the treetop canopy some 20 - 30 metres above ground level, with breathtaking views over the escarpment. A courtesy cart operates for visitors with limited mobility. More than a walk… Café 106 operates daily in the visitor centre. Open every day. Ph: 1300 362 881 Located on Tourist Drive 9, between Robertson & Kiama. Present this advertisement to
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Autumn scene
Goulburn
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Australia’s first inland city
Tallong Apple Day Festival – Sunday 6 May Yes! it’s on again! A fun day for family and friends 9am to 3pm at Tallong village.
Highlights include: • Street market stalls, many specialising in handmade and unusual items • Displays of classic cars, motor bikes, farm and industrial engines. • Food and refreshment stalls, apple cider, sparkling apple juice, and apple cider vinegar. • Lots of games for the kids. • A chance to be William Tell and shoot an arrow through an apple with the Goulburn Bowmen. • Cider pressing, wood chopping, blacksmithing and other craft demos. • A parade of fancy dressed children with the theme of ‘Clowning around at Apple Day’. • Photography competition centred on Tallong. • Mrs T’s Apple Day Bake-off competition (pies, cakes, tarts, chutneys etc). • Inaugural crowning of the Tallong Apple Granny of the Year. • Art, quilt and craft displays and sales. • Various bands and entertainers who will perform throughout the day. Apples are the Festival theme and all profits go to local community projects and charitable groups such as the Tallong Rural Fire Service, Tallong Public School, St Stephen’s Church. Lots more details at www.tallong.com.au or on our Facebook page. Contact Mike Kennedy at weathervane12@gmail.com or ph 0438 619 846 VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE 201 Sloane Street, Goulburn Ph: 02 4823 4492 or 1800 353 646 www.igoulburn.com E: info@igoulburn.com
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What to See & Do Goulburn Historic Waterworks Goulburn Rail Heritage Centre St Saviour’s Cathedral Riversdale Historic Homestead Goulburn War Memorial & Museum The Big Merino
A celebration of Australia's fine wool industry
Showcasing beautiful fashion items made from this brilliant and versatile natural fibre. Cnr Hume and Sowerby St, Goulburn
Ph: 4822 8013 www.bigmerino.com.au
St Saviour’s Cathedral This Cathedral is one of the most beautiful Gothic Cathedrals in Australia. Completed in 1884, St Saviour’s Cathedral was designed by the architect Edmund Blacket.
Historic Goulburn
The Big Merino
Goulburn is teeming with history and is sure to delight the history buffs amongst you. • Visit grand old buildings & magnificent cathedrals! • Explore museums & historic houses! • Visit the Big Merino, Australia's monument to the fine wool industry! • Roam through historic cemeteries! The following historic sites are a real treat for those who appreciate buildings of historic significance; Riversdale Homestead, St Clair Folk Museum & Archives, Goulburn War Memorial & Museum and Goulburn Historic Waterworks, located in an idyllic setting on the banks of the Wollondilly River. For more information about historic Goulburn visit www.igoulburn.com.au
Riversdale Colonial, Georgian Homestead and former Coaching Inn (1837) • Colonial furniture • Arts & crafts. • Formal Gardens • Cottage Gardens • Picnic facilities • Kitchen • Toilets
Admire the stained glass windows, detailed stone carving and magnificent organ. Bourke St, Goulburn.
Open: Sun 10am-3pm. Mon, Tues, Thurs: 10am - 2pm Groups any day by app
Open: 10-4pm daily Ph: 4821 2206 E: office@goulburncathedral.org.au www.goulburncathedral.org.au
Twynam Dr, North Goulburn. Mob: 0414 951 955 or 0409 953 859 E: riversdale@nationaltrust.com.au
War Memorial & Museum
Historic Waterworks Marsden Weir, Goulburn Home to two unique, operational, steam engines, each over 100 years old. Picnic in the grounds or lunch at the Pumphouse Cafe on steaming days. Open: Sunday and school holidays 10am-4pm. Mon & Tues 10am – 2pm.
Ph: 4823 4448
Memorial Drive, Rocky Hill, Goulburn A unique war memorial boasting spectacular views of the city. Charming museum located in the old caretakers cottage, containing memorabilia from all wars. Lookout open every day.
Tower and Museum open weekends, pub & school hols 10am - 4pm.
Ph: 4823 4448
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The Sea Bridge
Wollongong
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Wollongong - where the mountains meet the sea! Wollongong is located 80 kilometres south of Sydney and is bordered by the Royal National Park to the north, Lake Illawarra to the south and the Illawarra Escarpment to the west. The Wollongong coastline offers 17 sparkling surf beaches that are patrolled by lifesavers from September to April. Beaches are generally in easy walking distance from shops, hotels and clubs. Stanwell Park to the north of Wollongong City, could be regarded as the gateway to the Illawarra region and is an ideal spot for day trippers. Bald Hill Lookout, a magnificent platform looking south over Wollongong City, has outstanding views of the Illawarra and its escarpment. Watch hang gliders and para gliders or marvel at the spot
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where Lawrence Hargrave first took flight. Experience the Grand Pacific Sea Bridge, 665 metres over-the-ocean, near Stanwell Park; spend some time exploring northern coastal villages while heading down the cliff hugging roads hanging above the ocean. North of Wollongong the coastal villages are famous for their unspoilt beaches and rock pools, unique art and crafts, great fishing and surfing spots as well as many cafes and restaurants. From those northern villages, the Grand Pacific Drive makes its way into the city of Wollongong. There you will find an array of shopping outlets, restaurants and cafes, golf courses, art galleries and more.
The Grand Pacific Sea Bridge Wollongong City Gallery Wollongong Science Centre Illawarra beaches and rock pools Wollongong Harbour & Lighthouse Merrigong Theatre Crown Central Shopping Centre
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VISITOR INFORMATION: CROWN CENTRAL SHOPPING CENTRE 174 / 200 Crown Street, Wollongong Ph: 02 4228 5999
WOLLONGONG CITY GALLERY Exhibitions-March 2012 Open Tues-Fri, 10am-5pm. Weekends & Public Hols from noon - 4pm Burelli St, Wollongong www.wollongongcitygallery.com Ph: 02
Gillian Day, Connections, 2011, etching, photograph Maria Basaglia
Alannah Driese, Fashion Police 3, 2010, etching, photograph Maria Basaglia
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Gillian Day, Chasing the Line, 2011, etching, photograph Maria Basaglia
The James Kiwi Watercolour Prize is a biennial award that supports one of the most popular art forms. Selected entries from the tenth anniversary of this leading prize for watercolour painting in the Illawarra will be on display 21 April - 10 June. Near Earth Art. The knock of the shoe curated by what, features new work by five Sydney and two local contemporary artists. Iakovos Amperidis, Julian Day, Dara Gill, Kevin Platt, Helen Poyser, Alicia Sciberras and Vivian cooper Smith are interesting and innovative artists who work outside the mainstream and are not represented by a commercial gallery.
On display until 27 May. Postcodes from the Edge on show until 15 April, features small format paintings, prints, drawings and sculpture submitted by Illawarra artists for the Friends of Wollongong City Gallery $5,000 art prize. Two Illawarra printmakers offer their perspectives on the human in Mask and Symbol until 20 May. Gillian Day’s prints imagine traces of human endeavour and the magic inherent in natural forms, while Alannah Dreise explores dramatic personae and the gathering of communities for celebration.
The Traverse Theatre Company production of MIDSUMMER (A PLAY WITH SONGS)
CDP presents Tall Stories’ magical musical adaptation of
Andrew Mckinnon presents Miriam Margolyes in
Warm, charming and utterly enchanting, Midsummer is a gorgeous piece of theatre. The Australian tour is produced by Merrigong Theatre Co. and Richard Jordan Productions Ltd.
THE GRUFFALO’S CHILD
DICKENS’ WOMEN
Entertain the kids these school holidays with The Gruffalo’s Child. Full of imagination, puppetry, music and lots of laughs. Based on the award-winning picture book, by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.
Miriam Margolyes presents her powerful, comprehensive, and at times hilarious exposé of Dickens, his writing, and the real-life women who found themselves immortalised in his books.
13 – 14 April Tickets: $22 Preschool & Vacation Care Groups: $12
20 - 21 April Tickets: $65 - $79 | Students: $49
EXHIBITIONS: The James Kiwi Watercolour Prize Tenth anniversary exhibition 21 April - 10 June Near Earth Art. The knock of the shoe New art curated by what until 27 May Postcodes from the Edge A Friends of Wollongong City Gallery art prize for local artists until 15 April Mask and Symbol: Alannah Driese and Gillian Day Collagraphs and etchings until 20 May
What's On @ IPAC
3 – 7 April Tickets: $55 – $65 | Under 30s: $39
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It’s Pumpkin Time again in the Village of Collector! 6 May Sunday 6 May is the day for all things pumpkin!! The 2012 Collector Village Pumpkin Festival is on again and will feature a wonderful array of pumpkin exhibits, food stalls, art, craft, gifts and entertainment for all the family. The entertainment will start with a “Poets Breakfast” at the Bushranger Hotel followed by music all day at the festival by iconic Australian performers Pat Drummond and Karen Lynne. Returning to the festival this year will be the Animal Farm Patting Paddock sponsored by Acciona Energy. A new feature for the 2012 festival will be the Australian Air Force hot air balloon. With full ATM facilities, plenty of car parking and more pumpkins than
ever: the Collector Village Pumpkin Festival is a must see event. See our website and join us on facebook: www.pumpkinfestival.com.au .
Harvest Festival.
Harvest festivals are the essence of traditional rural life. For residents of the small rural community of Collector, the annual Pumpkin Festival celebrates the arrival of another harvest season and nothing could be more traditional than bringing in the pumpkins after the first autumn frosts and making a bowl of wonderful pumpkin soup or a tray of hot pumpkin scones!! For many people, visiting Collector for the Pumpkin Festival has become an annual pilgrimage and a day to enjoy the best that rural
life has to offer. It is a day for family and friends to share great food and have fun. With pumpkin growing competitions, pumpkin soup, pumpkin scones, regional produce, stalls, activities, performances and displays, the festival has built a reputation as one of the regions not-to-be-missed annual events. See our website and join us on facebook:
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Sunday 6 May 2012 10:00 am to 4:00 pm - Entry: $5 Adult—children (U12)FREE!
For more information on the Festival and how to win over $2000 in prize money, please visit our website.
www.pumpkinfestival.com.au Collector Village Pumpkin Festival ~ pumpkin scones, pumpkin soup, pumpkin bread and much more! • Music & Entertainment by Pat Drummond & Karen Lynne
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• Over seventy market stalls • Local produce & gifts • Coffee carts and ice cream • Vintage cars and machinery • Rural displays • Local performances • Guest Chef demonstrations • Farm animal patting paddock • Wheel barrow races • Pumpkin rolling • Scarecrow Building & Giant Pumpkins
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