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lost magazine | daylesford & surrounds september 2011 | volume 10 issue 110
contents FLOWERS & FERRETS
Kyneton Daffodil & Arts Festival
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Champagne Train
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Tex Perkins
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The Black Arm Band
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At Sister George
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DECADENT DINING
MONEY IS ON THE DARK HORSE DEADLY IN CASTLEMAINE 12
HEAD IN THE CLOUDS BEING LOST & GETTING LOST
Rynelle Walker-Can’t Think Straight 16
LOVE’S HARVEST
Rea Lands Community Food Garden 18
MY HIGHLAND GOAT Goat Club Meet Up
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At Clayspace
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At Ellender Estate Winery
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In Daylesford House
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At Gourmet Larder
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At Quirky Hollows
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Kazuki’s at The Raglan
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At That’s Amore Daylesford
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DOWN TO EARTH 16
SPRING LAMB
FRUHSTUCK, ONBIJT, BRECWAST FRENCH UNITE
SOMETHING OLD, NEW & BLUE 42
YOU COMPLETE ME HUSBAND & BRIDE
cover: Elektra coffee machine Daylesford House cafe
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is an independent monthly magazine circulating throughout Daylesford, Hepburn Springs, Trentham, Castlemaine, Woodend, Kyneton, Creswick, Clunes & surrounds. Publishers: lost publishing Designer: Rebecca Dick Photographers: Stefan Overzier, Carolyn Managh Editor: Danni Petkovic SubEditor: Kathy Douglas Contributors: Nel Staite, Jodie Fergusson-Batte
Printer: Sovereign Press (Ballarat) HQ: PO Box 1008, Daylesford, 3460 WRITING, EDITING & DESIGN 0425 763 864 / 0439 560 706 info@lostmagazine.com.au lostmagazine.com.au DEADLINE FOR NEXT ISSUE: September 12 2011 ABN 42 869 766 339 Material herein constitutes information not advice.
lost & you
you could be lost too ABOUT us: Ten amazing years on lost – the guide to where to find it, continues to be the only monthly source of comprehensive info on this part of the world. It has been a collector’s item for some, a bible on important issues like where to eat, shop, play and party for many. lost gets the message out to visitors and locals alike of what to do when you get here. Now, here comes the cool part, lost wants new talent. About you: Perhaps you’re a duo of passionate arty locals with a penchant for the written word? You are a clever writer with design skills. Or, maybe you’re a designer with natural flair in the writing arena. We want to hear from you. Ok, enough about you – back to us! Did you know in this environmental age lost can also be read on line as a handy flip book? See: issuu.com/lostmagazine Be green, pass it on. or find us at: facebook.com/lostmagazine and: twitter.com/lost_magazine dp
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lost is 10 years old this month
(cards, cakes and flowers will be gratefully accepted at the lost office...if you can find it...)
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Of Flowers and Ferrets…
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the Kyneton Daffodil & Arts Festival
THEY’RE vibrant, they’re joyous, they flip the bird at winter and they pop up in their bazillions in Kyneton this time of year… Daffodils smacking you in the face with yellow at the moment and don’t you love it? In fact, Kyneton loves the beautiful bulb so much they hold an annual Daffodil and Arts Festival, now in its 39th year. This year’s festival, (Thursday, September 1 to Sunday, September, 11), showcases the daffodil and the local arts scene with an incredible variety of events over the eleven day festival. Obviously the daffodil is well featured throughout town with flower shows and beautiful open gardens, but don’t worry if flowers don’t float your boat, there is truly something for everyone at this festival - with markets and crafts, an antique fair, competition busking, the Alpaca Fiesta, One Act Plays, a fun run, the Old Time Daffodil Ball and a Variety Spectacular featuring many local and renowned artists and performers. But of course, nothing says ‘Daffodil Festival’ like ferret racing, so strap yourself in… There’s ferret racing too. On the last day of the festival there’s a Grand Parade with bands, dancers, floats, cars and vintage vehicles. The Festival concludes with a fair, performances and rides in Kynetons’ main streets. For more information go to www. kynetondaffodilarts.org.au or call: 5422 2282. Kathy Douglas 4
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Hepburn Springs
MIDWEEK SPECIAL 20min Mineral Water Bath 2 x 1hr Treatments of your Choice
$250 (Total price for 2 People) (Excludes Public Holidays & other Discount Offers)
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Decadent Dining loco style
DO THE words: Krug, Billie, Veuve, Cristal or Moet getting you going? Then add Captains Creek to your list. This local organic winery make a delicious Champagne style Sparkling wine and supply the Daylesford Spa Country Railway (Midland Highway). And, not just for the well developed palates of the Railway staff, but for one and all to enjoy in their monthly Champagne train. Relax in style on the Premier Food and Wine Train, an original 1970s vintage carriage, as it weaves its way through a section of the Wombat State Forest. You’ll be served said Sparkling and delicious produce whilst local musicians croon and swoon. The train departs at 5.30pm and returns at 7pm, and is a decadent way to end a day of seeing the sights or a perfect kick start to the evening. Next service: Saturday, September, 3 (and the first Saturday of every month). For more information visit: www.dscr.com.au. dp
Daylesford Makers’ Market
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make it and they will come...
IN life there are two types of people. Those who can drive a sewing machine, and those who can’t. Those who can, congregate at places like the Daylesford Town Hall (Vinent Street) on a monthly basis to showcase their pretty little handmade things, and those who can’t drive a sewing machine congregate at places like the Daylesford Town Hall to PURCHASE said pretty little things. The Daylesford Makers’ Market is a mecca for contemporary crafty folk, and lovers of such handmade loveliness, and is on Saturday, September 3, 10am – 3pm. Grab a latte and cruise the trestle tables laden with gorgeous bits crafted from new and upcycled fabrics and treasures, jewellery, clothing, bags, soaps, art, and general crocheted awesomeness. More info: www.daylesfordmakersmarket.com.au.
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Put all your money
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on the dark horses
TEX Perkins has been busy. But busy is good if you’re a muso, and especially good if you’re an Australian muso. Tex Perkins is fortunate enough to not only be busy, Australian and a muso… he’s also touring with dudes he likes, making great music, has a few pointy ARIAs to show for it, AND he’s been doing it for 27 years-ish. On ya Tex! Tex and his bands, in all their guises, (The Beasts of Bourbon, the Cruel Sea, Tex, Don & Charlie), have toured every crevice of Australia, and now he’s back with his dark country compadres, the Dark Horses. And ready to unleash said horses in a suitably atmospheric venue at the Theatre Royal Castlemaine (30 Hargraves Street), Thursday, September 15, at 8pm. Prebooked Tickets are $39 (Show only) $69 (Dinner and Show) Or $40 at the door (unless sold out). For more info and bookings call: 5472 1196. Kathy Douglas 8
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Hepburn Springs
minerals, massage & village life
Nestled in forested foothills, Hepburn Springs has lured visitors to its abundance of natural mineral spring water for generations. Little has changed, bring bottles and tap your own at the source, or sample local sparkling of the grape variety at one of Hepburn Springs’ fine restaurants.
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where Hepburn Regional Park wraps around Hepburn and Hepburn Springs. Gullies and ridges, hills and creeks make for scenic country drives, good hiking and private and spectacular accommodation. what Wander forest trails, indulge in heavenly spa treatments, see live music, shop for quirky treasures, dine in style and sleep in boutique accommodation, all in one day‌ or take your time and unwind over a week. how Hepburn is a leisurely 5 minute drive from Daylesford, a bit over an hour from Melbourne and about 25 hours from Paris + transfers from Tullamarine. 10
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The Black Arm Band
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deadly in Castlemaine
CELEBRATING Australian Indigenous Music to the highest professional standard is the mission of the Black Arm Band. Some of Australias’ most talented songwriters, musicians and singers including Archie Roach, Lou Bennett, Djolpa Mackenzie, Emma Donovan, Shellie Morris, Stephen Pigram, Mark Atkins and Shane Howard, (phew!) collaborate to form the Black Arm Band, and together they draw inspiration from traditional and contemporary music to tell stories and spread messages of hope, resilience and positivity. The Black Arm Band predominantly performs in Aboriginal languages to help keep these precious and rare languages alive. This is their third collaboration, called: Dirtsong. The Black Arm Band is inspirational, moving and deadly. And they’re performing Friday, September, 30, at 8pm, at Theatre Royal (30 Hargraves St, Castlemaine). Tickets $63. For more information visit: www.blackarmband.com.au and for bookings telephone: 5472 1196. dp
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Head in the clouds at Sister George
LOOK up. What’s that above your head? A white ceiling? Zzzzzzzzzzz. Boring! It’d be better if it was a beautiful blue sky with a few puffy white cumulus floating by wouldn’t it?… A perfect spring sky can be yours every day of the year, with a tin of sky blue paint and a few tips from the creative chicks at Sister George. Sandra Bowman (part Michelangelo, part meteorologist) loves to paint a ceiling, and has created a heavenly space at Sister George (10 Duke Street, Daylesford). Learn cloud painting techniques from Sandra, at Sister George’s Cloud Hour, Sunday, September 4, 11:30 – 12:30pm. The cloud painting session will go ahead, rain, hail or shine. Please call ahead to let them know you are keen on precipitating, sorry, participating. Info and bookings, phone: 5348 2960. Session is Free. kd
Dine Like a Local
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MTWThF for less
DINING out in Spa Country should come with a warning. Warning you will over indulge. Warning it is delicious. Warning it is not too expensive to eat out every weeknight! There are locals’ nights everywhere, and guess what?… they don’t check your passport! M is for dining like a local at Mercato (32 Raglan Street, Daylesford) $25 for dinner and a glass of wine. T is for delicious curries and hot-pots at Cosy Corner (3 Tenth Street, Hepburn Springs), $18. W is Sault (2349 Ballan Daylesford Rd, Sailors Falls) for main course and a glass of wine, $26. Th is for The Cosmopolitan Hotel (Cosmo Rd, Trentham) just $25 - two courses and a beer or wine. F is for Colliban Foodstore Restaurant (18 Market St, Trentham) for an ever changing menu of local produce. For a full run down of regional eateries turn to page 59. dp 14
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EVERY SUNDAY Step back in time to the era of Victorias branchline railways on board one of our vintage railmotors.
Come and visit the largest open air
Premium Food & Wine Train First Saturday of each month For more information Ph: 0421 708 100 Ph: 5348 3503 (Sunday only)
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Being Lost & Getting Lost
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CELEBRATE women and mother earth this month with a visit to (the cleverly named): Can’t Think Straight shop and gallery (41 Vincent Street, Daylesford), for Rynelle Walker’s exhibition: Life is Art. Contemporary Aboriginal Artist Rynelle Walkers’ paintings adorn the walls and are quite the sensory experience. Rynelle’s art tells the story of life: the struggles, strengths and beauty of women, through use of intricate and colourful dot patterns. Rynelle is from the Kullili people of South West Queensland and started painting whilst travelling the Northen Territory, and although she only began painting 11 years ago, her work is found in public and private collections throughout Australia, and she even had one of her pieces featured on promotional material for NAIDOC. We were (for some reason) drawn to two of the pieces in particular: ‘Being Lost’ and ‘Getting Lost’. For a full run down of the regions’ galleries, turn to Gallery Guide on page 57. Danni Petkovic 16
MULTIPLEX SCHMULTIPLEX EVER felt a twinge of guilt smuggling in cheapie BYO snacks at the movies? Ever stashed a packet of Malteasers in your coat and blushed with guilt as you avoided the shy-15year-old-Theatre-Attendant’s gaze? Ever skulked in with a Magnum down your pants? (you haven’t lived). We at lost refuse to take out a second mortgage to buy a choc top at the flicks, instead, we prefer to spend our hard earned at the Theatre Royal Castlemaine (30 Hargraves Street). Order dinner at the bar, and have it delivered to you, complete with candles, and a beer or cheeky chardy whilst you’re watching the film. Better still, each Wednesday and Sunday The Royals’ famous pizzas are just $5 for filmgoers. Session times are at: www.theatreroyal and for more kd information telephone: 5472 1196. 17
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Woodend Children’s Park are we there yet?
WE AT lost are mad about playgrounds. Especially The Woodend Children’s Park, (13 Nicholson Street). This park is a school holiday destination in its own right. There’s a playground for littleuns, complete with ride-on ladybug, and an enormous space for bigger dudes - did someone say flying fox? You’d better believe it! The Children’s Park ticks all the boxes for families. It’s an exciting well planned space to climb/slide/spin/swing and run amok, (read: wear them out) with free BBQ areas, picnic tables, shade and great coffee nearby, (read: heaven). And if you’re also (like us), mad about a good bakery, Bourkie’s Bakehouse (115 High Street) is across the road, for pies, award winning vanilla slices and decent bribery fare to lure the kids off the swings and into the car at hometime. kd
Love’s Harvest
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green thumbs a go-go IF YOU happen to be tootling past Rea Lands Park (42 Raglan St, Daylesford) this month, make sure you pop your head in the gate and have a little peek. The everactive Daylesford Community Food Gardeners, who brought Daylesford the vegetable and herb garden next to the Daylesford Library (33 Albert St), have been at it again. Over 40 people gathered last month to plant a multitude of fruit and nut trees with the aim of providing free food to the Daylesford community. It goes to show that when people work together with open hearts, inspired minds (and green thumbs) great things happen. Working Bees are held on the second Saturday of each month between 10am and 12pm. Head over and help out so you can share in the harvest. For more information visit: www.justfreefood.blogspot.com. jfb
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trentham
golf, bread, falls & friendly folk
Is it a golf town? Is it a farm town? Is it a forest village? Is it boutiquey and gorgeous? Can you get good fair trade organic coffee? And an enormous oversized statue of a giraffe? Yes. Yes to it all. It’s Trentham… and yes, you really should pay a visit.
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why As above, tiny Trentham is many things to many people… but since Trentham is our little secret, you’ll still be able to get a park in the main street on a Saturday. what Buy still-warm organic sourdough currant buns, peruse galleries and antiques over your latte, see live music, eat truffles in a decadent stable and celebrate the humble potato. how Trentham is a picturesque 15-20 minute drive from Daylesford through Wombat State Forest and farmland, 15-20 minutes from Woodend and 15 minutes from Kyneton. 20
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THE OLD MACARONI FACTORY LUCINI’S PASTA CAFE
Beauty For A Day Daylesford style
WHAT do you do when you have an award winning day spa and lots of happy customers? Extend the experience and add a beauty salon, of course! And that’s exactly what the very clever Angela Haley and Andrea Holmes from Daylesford Day Spa (25 Albert Street) did, they opened Daylesford Beauty (Shop 3/27 Albert Street Arcade), just next door. They are the only day spa in the region complete with in-house beauty treatments. So as the weather warms up (and the invitations to party season pile up) - be sure to book the bod in to be scrubbed, waxed, tanned, tinted, polished, made up and shellaced. You’ll be feeling all new and shiny in no time! For more info and bookings: www.daylesforddayspa.com.au/beauty or call: 5348 2331. dp
My Highland Goat
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(-ee-oat-ee-oat-ee-oat-ee-oat…)
ONE of the best things about winter is that you only need mow the lawn twice and it still looks halfway respectable. However, with that first whiff of Spring the lawn goes loco, the weeds launch themselves to the stratosphere and suddenly you need a scythe to cut your way to the car each morning. But not if you have a four legged eating machine! This time of year, a goat is your BFF, and the Central Highlands Goat Club meets monthly to discuss all things goat! You don’t even need a goat to join in, come along and ask questions, share amazing goat products and find out how a goat is so much more than just a free mowing service. The Goat Club meets Sunday, September 4, at Daylesford Neighbourhood Centre, 13 Camp Street. More info: Raia Faith 5348 1164 kd
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Christowel Designs • Accent Furniture • Decorative Accessories • Wall Decor • Home Textiles • Garden Decor Showroom: 10 Forest Ave. Hepburn Springs Vic 3461
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Get down to Earth at Clayspace
MOST Year 8 ceramic classes consist of bad pinch pots, slightly squashed coil pots, kiln explosions and the occasional all-in clay fight. (Or perhaps that is just our recollections of ceramics class?) Fortunately, some inspired individuals continue to develop their love for the malleable lump of earth and now produce beautiful works of art from clay. Even more fortunate are visitors to the region, because now you can purchase these precious works produced by the Daylesford Region Ceramics Co-operative at Clayspace (Leggatt Street, Lake Daylesford). Clayspace is a tiny gallery-shop, exhibiting and selling work produced by the Co-op. The work is handmade, heartfelt and the only clay fight you’ll get here is if someone else is eyeing off a piece you want. Open 10am-4pm Friday to Monday. Info: 5348 7487. kd
Spring Lamb
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and a side of Victoria on your table THE clever folk at Melbourne Food and Wine (MFW) share the philosophy ‘Eat and drink where you live’. Lucky to live in Victoria. Even luckier to be in Central Victoria where there is an abundance of stunning produce and wines. During September there are 60 ‘Put Victoria on Your Table’ MFW events showcasing exquisite food and wine. On Sunday, September 11, from 12.30 till 3.30pm, Ellender Estate Winery (Green Gully Road, Glenlyon) are hosting one such spring event, aptly titled: ‘Provencal Baby Lamb’. Guest Chef from Monsieur Pierre in Kyneton, Simon Fenwick will be cooking up a wood fired storm, and Graham and Jenny Ellender will be on hand to match the Estate wines. Bookings recommended, phone: 5348 7785 or for more info: www.ellenderwines.com.au or visit: www.melbournefoodandwine.com.au. dp
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The state-of-the-art Salus Spa is designed with blonde wood and splashes of Tiffany blue. The Spa is surrounded by waterfall fed streams and has nine treatment areas, including the Tree Top Mineral Spas which contain 100% pure mineral water. Enjoy relaxing massages, premium Elemis facials, advanced performance body treatments and more. Non residential guests welcome. Bookings essential.
On the shores of Lake Daylesford. T +61 3 5348 3329 E salus@lakehouse.com.au www.lakehouse.com.au
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Clunes
books, antiques, coffee & architecture
Clunes’ rustic buildings are filled with books, antiques and coffee. This is an old gold town that hasn’t gone glam… yet. Stroll under wide verandahs on fabulous bluestone streets and choose your poison: long black or long neck, then pick an open fire and unwind some more.
what Discover beautiful bush tracks and trails of gold, lollies and lattes, miners’ cottages and mine the second hand book stores for more books than you could read in a lifetime. how Clunes is a 40 minute rambling country drive from Daylesford, past historic gold mines and 1850s’ ruins, scenic volcanic country, bubbling creeks and patchworked farmland. From Creswick, Clunes is a direct 15 minute drive. 27
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where Clunes is a haven for treasure hunters… somewhere in the middle of gold country. Bring a road map and a treasure map and seek your fortune in gold, collectables, second hand books and vintage items of all descriptions.
Peace, harmony, zen energy… ahhhh we likey Reiki
IT IS said that if you’re really considering learning Reiki, then you’re probably ready to give it a go. Reiki Master Margaret Gill is running a Reiki for beginners workshop (Reiki 1) the Sacred Harmony Weekend at The Cute House (Main Road Hepburn Springs). The weekend course (Friday, September 23, to Sunday, September 25,) affords enough time to immerse yourself in the learnings, practise the techniques and even allows time for some self pampering as well. The course will be small with just a few participants, to enable all your questions to be answered fully, and to really nurture and encourage your new found skills. For more info and to see if the Reiki 1 course is right for you go to www.daylesfordalternativetherapy.com. kd
In Haus Café
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it’s Frühstück, Ontbijt & Brecwast time NEW kid on the cafe block is Daylesford House (105 Vincent Street), specialising in brekkies from around the globe utilising local produce and locally handmade goodies for lunch. Mathew Higgins and Oliver Gotthold, the brains behind Daylesford House, have created a chic Euro menu. Take a culinary trip around the world with Ontbijt, Petite Dejeuner or Frühstück. More impressive than the menu is the shiny espresso machine that was first made turn of last century and has been imported from Italy (where else?). If the looks are anything to go by the machine can cook your breakfast and fold your laundry too! (Check out our front cover for a pic!) Oh and it’s not only pretty, it serves up a delicious brew too! More info: www.daylesfordhouse.com. dp
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To Market to Market… the farmer wants a life
WHETHER it’s been just picked, harvested, laid, cured, bottled, matured, or baked, gumbooted farmers are selling it straight from the farm at the Trentham Farmers’ Market (Trentham Town Square). A farmer’s life is all about the land and what it produces – so just ask and they’ll share what’s on offer at the market this month. Line up for samples of cheese and chorizo, dips, jams, breads and biscuits, fruit and bunches of fragrant herbs. As well as vegetables freshly plucked from the earth. Bring your bags and an appetite for perfect produce, and prepare to stuff your pantry with the tastiest farm fresh treats you can find. Trentham Farmers’ Market is held every third Saturday of the month. This month the market is on Saturday September 17, 9am till 1pm. More info: 5424 1185.
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Burgundian Francophiles unite
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at the Larder… IF YOU are anything like the lost team the words Vin, Chocolat, Fromage and Pommes are drool-worthy and go together perfectly on a menu. Match them with anything from Burgundy and you’ve got heaven. So, it’s fortunate the lost team is a small one and that there are seats still available at the intimate Gourmet Larder Café (57A Vincent Street, Daylesford) ‘Oh So French’ evening on Saturday, September 3, when internationally trained chef, Tim Austin, will cook up a (French) storm! The five course gastronomical journey will be perfectly matched with Chablis style, Burgundy style and Champagne style wines from Passing Clouds Winery (grapes grown only 5 minutes down the road) and winemaker, Cameron Leith, will bring along some special ‘vin’ from the cellar, Ooh la la! dp Bookings and more information call: 5348 4700. 30
Hepburn Bathhouse & Spa
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This little piggy…
…went to Daylesford VEGETARIANS avert your eyes! Spa Venison (Shop 3, 9 Howe Street), Daylesford’s delicacy butchery, (and creators of the insanely good Venison Jerky – it has more Facebook friends than you) is expanding their range of gourmet meats (venison, duck, rabbit, goat) to include heavenly cuts of free range SUCKLING PIG! (Pardon us as we wipe the dribble off our collective lost chins). You witnessed how the mere mention of suckling pig turned the Masterchef judges into a quivering, salivating mess, and now you can whip up your own piggy masterpiece at home. Even if you’ve never attempted to cook it, Chris and Diane are more than happy to share a few secrets to make you look like a legend in the kitchen. For more information see: www.spavenison.com.au or telephone: 5348 3551. kd
Spice Up Wednesdays
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BRING on the spice. Add Thai to your culinary repertoire and learn the secrets to Thai cooking at the Woodend Neighbourhood Centre (47 Forest Street) with Waiyalet. Learn the tricks to balancing Thai flavours with different cooking styles, secret ingredients to make your dishes hum with flavour, and how to adapt recipes to make the most of seasonal produce. Take a class and before you can say Gai Pad Gra Pow (that’s ground chicken with Thai basil - nomnomnom) you’ll be ready to whip up a Thai feast for dinner. (Just be sure to grab a 6 pack of Singha beers on the way home!) Classes will be held Wednesday, September 7, 10am-12pm, (includes lunch) and Wednesday, September 14, 7pm-9pm. Cost: $30, bookings essential. Phone: 5427 1845. kd
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Kyneton
old wares, eclectic art & indulgence
Not to be outshone by its historically beautiful, mineral spring rich and gastronomically outstanding country sisters, Kyneton has come out firing in recent years and is stunning visitors with everything from daffodils to dessert. Indulge in Kyneton’s eclectic shopping and to-die-for dining.
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where Just off the Calder Freeway, Kyneton shines. Pack an appetite and head to Piper Street where there’s reputedly more hatted restaurants on this little street, than in any other in regional Australia.
Something old, something new, something quirky, something blue
LIME green is not a colour you’d usually associate with a front door. Brown, yes, red, occasionally, but green… uhh, no. So when a lime green door opened itself six months ago, we were intrigued, something Quirky was afoot! Quirky Hollows (3 Howe Street, Daylesford) is the brainchild of Rustin Simpson, and what an eclectic child it is. Rustin restores and refunks reclaimed furniture and industria and gives each piece new life. Mingling with the furniture you’ll find outrageous retro and new homewares, lights made out of buckets, cast iron sparrows and clocks that would make Big Ben feel like a Swatch. Step inside the green door and fall in love with something Quirky. Open Thursday to Monday, more info call: 5348 4198. kd
Do we love a farmers’ market?
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GUILDFORD is a charming wee Goldfields village midway betwixt Daylesford and Castlemaine. It has all the trimmings of the quintessential Aussie hamlet. Quaint General Store with all the necessities for any road trip – check. A cosy corner pub where one can rest an elbow and down an icy cold pot, then enjoy a decent feed – check. This particular pub (one of the oldest around) boasts a music hall – and this month the music hall at the Guildford Family Hotel (Midland Highway) will host the local farmers when the quarterly regional produce market comes to town. (Fresh local produce – check). Saturday, September 10, stock up on goodies from nearby wineries, olive groves, biodynamic and organic farms. Naturally there’ll be a barbie cooking, to not only fill your tum but also raise money for the local CFA. Doors open at 9am. More info phone: 0419 359 073. dp
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You Complete Me
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Kazuki’s at The Raglan
IF YOU haven’t already noticed, The Raglan (1 Camp Street, Daylesford) has undergone a bit of a facelift. More than just a bit of botox and a spray tan, this iconic building has had the celebrity makeover works. Built in 1861 as a hotel and stagecoach stop, The Raglan is home to Cecode Workroom, MADE Gallery and as of last month, Kazuki’s Modern Bistro. Kazuki’s is run by husband and wife team, Kazuki and Saori Tsuya, and has set up shop in...Shop 3. In addition to a fine food menu that offers a variety of intricate dishes, Kazuki’s also serves Japanese beers, and four carefully chosen sake, which can all be sampled with their very popular sake tasting plate. Pop the last Sunday of the month into your blackberry, iPhone, Androit or good ol’ fashioned paper wall calendar and put some time aside so you can kick back and enjoy a Japanese banquet, five shared courses a glass of wine and a pot of sake. Open Thursday to Tuesday for dinner and Friday to Monday for lunch For bookings and more info: 5348 1218. Next door to Kazuki’s at Shop 2 is Cecode Workroom, where you can indulge in an eclectic mix of the best in design, both old and new. Owners, Caz and Phillip Cordingley, both graphic designers, have selected a range of products; furniture, lighting, clothing and contemporary artworks from local craftsmen and printmakers, through to international brands and designers to showcase in this intimate gallery space. Open Friday to Monday from 11am till 4pm. More info: www.cecode.com.au Your next inspiration destination is next door again at Shop 1 is MADE Gallery, where you’ll be welcomed by the owner of the gallery, and of The Raglan, Jo Ruchel. An artist herself, Jo exhibits an ever-changing collection of local artworks, works on canvas, pottery and hand-woven baskets as well as other artists’ pieces from ‘near and far’. MADE is open Friday to Sunday from 11am till 5pm. For more information phone: 0437 687 942. Finally, the old girl is complete and has a new lease of life. Jodie Fergusson-Batte 38
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woodend
boutiques, rocks, playgrounds & beer
At the base of imposing Mt Macedon, Woodend is a haven for bushwalkers, food, wine aficionados, lovers of boutique style accommodation and cosmopolitan shopping wrapped up in a cruisy country vibe. Woodend is what Weekends should be all about.
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where Well it’s at the end of the woods isn’t it? Well, sort of… Situated between Macedon and Kyneton, it’s the perfect place to base yourself for a weekend of wineries, or a stop over for delectable dining out. what Have a gourmet picnic at Hanging Rock. Let the kids loose at the truly fantastic Children’s Park. Sample a hand crafted beer or find a cellar door at an award winning winery. how Turn off the Calder Fwy and meander through the Black Forest from Melbourne. Catch a train from Southern Cross. Woodend is about 40mins drive from Daylesford, through perfectly picturesque countryside. 40
Sort of, Dunno, Nothin,
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about Pete Denahy
PETE Denahy is an interesting bloke, (and not in that, ‘shhh he’s a weirdo’ sort of way,). Pete lives in Yackandandah, he’s a balladeer and acclaimed writer; (winning the Golden Guitar for penning the Bush Ballad of the Year this year), he can plait stock whips, his mum is Japanese, he’s a funny bugger, and his song ‘Sort Of, Dunno, Nothin’ has had more than 650,000 hits on YouTube. Not bad for a bloke from Yackandandah. (Just wanted to write Yackandandah again, Yackandandah, Yackandandah). Pete Denahy brings his blend of comedy country music and bush balladeering to the Old Hepburn Hotel, (236 Main Road, Hepburn Springs) Sunday, September 4, from 4pm. Entry is $10. More info: 5348 2207. Full a full run down of performances around these parts for the month of September, turn to page 52. kd 42
THEATRE ROYAL C A S T L E M A I N E
SPRING HIGHLIGHTS Sept 15: Tex Perkins LIVE album launch show Sept 23: School Holiday movie program Sept 30: Black Arm Band LIVE (selling fast) Oct 1: AFL Grand Final on the big screen Oct 4 & 5: Red Hot Chilli Peppers on the big screen Oct 12: The Panics LIVE (selling fast) Oct 22: My Friend The Chocolate Cake LIVE (selling fast) Spring into Hargraves St. Castlemaine Ph. 5472 1196 or jump online at www.theatreroyal.info for details
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Sept 3: New York Met Opera on the big screen Sept 4: Castlemaine Artists Market
Simone Felice
(lucky to be) in Hepburn Springs SIMONE Felice doesn’t have your typical backstory. At 12 he survived a brain aneurysm, re-learnt all his basic motor skills, sharpened his mind writing poetry and performed in punk bands from age 15. Then with his brothers he whipped up two critically acclaimed albums, (as The Felice Brothers). Then there’s the whole, becoming an acclaimed author bit, the musical genius bit, and the little bit of (recent) open heart surgery, the bit about being commissioned to write a story for Bob Dylan’s 70th birthday, AND the bit about him popping over to Hepburn Springs to share his stories, words and songs with us. Intrigued? Awed? Fascinated? Just wait til you see him. Simone Felice plays The Palais, (111 Main Rd Hepburn Springs) Thursday, September, 15. More info: 5348 4849. Tix at: www.thepalais.com.au. ns
I now pronounce you Husband…
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PLANNING a wedding can be stressful, who can really decide how the ice sculpture should be backlit? And how IS Great Aunt Delores going to do the full family dance routine with her dodgy hips? And who the heck knows how to spell bomboniere anyway? Lucky for those betrothed to another, That’s Amore Wedding Expo has all the answers. Sunday, September 25, from 10am till 4pm, The Daylesford Town Hall (Vincent Street), transforms into a wedding wonderland, showcasing everything the region has to offer: venues, planning, celebrants, photography, cakes, entertainment, jewellery, a fashion parade, and door prizes a plenty… even a few brown paper bags for hyperventilating bridezillas. $10 entry includes: champagne on arrival and showbags. For more info visit: www.specialtouchevents.com.au. kd
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Hillbilly blues
THE Appalachian Mountains of North Carolina, are a seriously long way from Wombat Hill. Archer Shepherd was born in the Appalachians and grew up inspired by the scratchy tones of country bluesmen Tex Morton, Lead Belly & Smilin’ Blinkhorn (yee har)! So when his family relocated to Australia, the blues followed him here. Archer found inspiration in the rich and moving songs of the Tiwi and Tongan islanders, and the musical results are a combination of hearty Hillbilly Blues, coloured by Archer’s gutsy voice that simply needs to be heard to be believed. Archer presents a mesmerising performance, as a talented singer, guitarist, and storyteller. Archer performs with the Long Gone Daddies on Saturday, September 24, at Horvat’s Wine Bar (Shop 6 Howe St, Daylesford) from 8.30pm. Entry is free.
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A Little Bit Seedy
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on a Saturday morning GARDENING is supposed to be simple isn’t it? (Step 1: Put seeds in ground, Step 2: Seeds grow into amazing organic produce and you say bye bye to vegie shopping forever.) Clearly it is not that simple, because more often than not, the slugs devour the first shoots, or nothing happens at all. Either the slugs have surveillance, or lessons are required. The Diggers Club run monthly workshops at the Garden of St Erth (Simmons Reef Road, Blackwood). This month the Diggers demo how to plant seed, and how to get the little buggers to grow! They’ll tell you when and how to sow what, and lots of other handy tips and tricks. Saturday, September 11, 11am. Cost: $20 Diggers Members, $25 Non-Members. Bookings essential: 5368 6514 Slugs not admitted.
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Shopasaurus at The Rex
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THERE are those who come to Daylesford for spa therapy, those who travel for spiritual therapy, those who make time for a bit of therapy for their relationship, and then there are those who make a bee-line to Daylesford for a spot of retail therapy. Daylesford is a teeny shopping mecca in Central Victoria, and home to clever boutique owners with such impeccable taste you wish you could buy one of everything. Scouring Daylesfords’ beautiful shops for something unique and completely gorgeous is a favourite pastime of many a local and visitor alike, and has been for decades. The perfectly restored Rex Arcade (51 Vincent Street, Daylesford) has seen a few tenants in its 82 years on the main street. Originally built as The Rex Theatre, most recently the rejuvenated Rex is home to several small retail shops, including fashion, antiques, exotic homewares, (including vibrant glass lanterns, eastern fabrics and décor), and the deliciously decadent Chocorex Café. So whilst trawling Vincent Street for that certain something (you’ll know what it is when you find it) take a detour at The Rex - Savour a delectable hot choc, and continue to obey your inner retail therapist. And that means… head upstairs to visit The Rex’s latest tenant. The Mill Market. The Mill Market has enormous premises at 105 Central Springs Road Daylesford… and a sample to whet your retro/collectable appetite has now opened upstairs at The Rex. Peruse the polyester and bakelite bargains, or unearth a treasure from Granny’s glory box. Naturally, at this point, a good retail therapist would then prescribe a decent foot rub… so best you head back downstairs for a traditional Chinese massage, (also now open at The Rex). The Rex Arcade is open weekends and most weekdays. Individual store hours vary, wander inside to see what treasure you’ll be taking home today. More info: www.therexarcade.com.au. Kathy Douglas 48
Creswick
forests, fossicking, fibres & fromage
Cosy Creswick tucked up in a valley between volcanic hills is home to forestry and fossicking, alpacas and 1800s architecture, chocolate and cheese. Six good reasons right there to stay a while and enjoy everything Creswick has to offer.
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where Creswick is surrounded by forest and forestry. Just further north, mullock heaps dot the paddocks, a sign of when rivers of gold were exhumed to line wealthy pockets in town. what Wander forest trails, sample fine local produce and rug up in luxurious world class wool. Bring your clubs and have a few rounds, or shout a round at a Creswick pub.
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Gig Guide
friday 12th SEPTEMBER thursday 1st The Performance Night 236 Main Rd, Hepburn, 7pm till late
the Old Hepburn Hotel
Adrian Deakin Solo Piano Howe St, Daylesford, 6-8pm Louis & the Jump Jivers Trentham, 7pm Moodswing Howe St, Daylesford, 8.30pm till late Kroaky Karaoke 236 Main Rd, Hepburn, 7pm
Horvat’s WINE Bar
friday 2nd
The Cosmopolitan Hotel Horvat’s WINE Bar the Old Hepburn Hotel
Saturday 3rd
Early Sessions with ‘Curtis Why’ Howe St, Daylesford, 6-8pm Black’n’Blue Howe St, Daylesford, 8.30pm till late Swamp Monkey 236 Main Rd, Hepburn, 9pm till late It Takes Two - Tracey Candy & guests 30 Hargraves St Castlemaine, 8pm
Horvat’s WINE Bar Horvat’s WINE Bar the Old Hepburn Hotel Theatre Royal
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Sunday 4th
Truly Madly Deeply Trentham, 1.30pm Peter Denahy 236 Main Rd, Hepburn, 4pm till late Dave & Wendy Phypers Howe St, Daylesford, 6.30-9pm Smooth Tunes with ‘DJ Dusty Stylus’ Howe St, Daylesford, 9pm till late
The Cosmopolitan Hotel
Adrian Deakin Solo Piano Howe St, Daylesford, 6-8pm Brother Johnston Trentham, 7pm The Jennie Brown & Jude Russell trio Howe St, Daylesford, 8.30pm till late
Horvat’s WINE Bar
the Old Hepburn Hotel Horvat’s WINE Bar Horvat’s WINE Bar
Friday 9th
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The Cosmopolitan Hotel Horvat’s WINE Bar
Gig Guide Friday 9th Karaoke 236 Main Rd, Hepburn, 9pm till late
the Old Hepburn Hotel
The Early Sessions with ‘Mana’ Howe St, Daylesford, 6-8pm Jali Buba Kuyateh Howe St, Daylesford, 8.30pm till late Tripodium 236 Main Rd, Hepburn, 9pm till late
Horvat’s WINE Bar
saturday 10th
Horvat’s WINE Bar the Old Hepburn Hotel
sunday 11th
Myles White & Liz Frencham Trentham, 1.30pm Live Music 236 Main Rd, Hepburn, 4pm Lily & King Howe St, Daylesford, 6.30-9pm Smooth Tunes with ‘DJ Dusty Stylus’ Howe St, Daylesford, 9pm till late
The Cosmopolitan Hotel the Old Hepburn Hotel Horvat’s WINE Bar Horvat’s WINE Bar
thursday 15th
Simone Felice 111 Main Rd, Hepburn Springs, 7pm till late Tex Perkins & The Dark Horses 30 Hargraves St Castlemaine, 8pm
The Palais Theatre Royal
friday 16th
Horvat’s WINE Bar The Cosmopolitan Hotel Horvat’s WINE Bar the Old Hepburn Hotel
saturday 17th
The Early Sessions with ‘Skip Sail’ Howe St, Daylesford, 6-8pm Brother Popcorn Howe St, Daylesford, 8.30pm till late
Horvat’s WINE Bar Horvat’s WINE Bar
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Adrian Deakin Solo Piano Howe St, Daylesford, 6-8pm Open Mic Night Trentham, 7pm Myles White Jazz Trio Howe St, Daylesford, 8.30pm till late Karaoke 236 Main Rd, Hepburn, 9pm till late
Gig Guide saturday 17th Hayden Evans 236 Main Rd, Hepburn, 9pm till late
the Old Hepburn Hotel
sunday 18th
Dirty York Trentham, 1.30pm Live Music @ the Old Hepburn Hotel 236 Main Rd, Hepburn, 4pm till late Tommy B Howe St, Daylesford, 6.30-9pm Smooth Tunes with ‘DJ Dusty Stylus’ Howe St, Daylesford, 9pm til late
The Cosmopolitan Hotel the Old Hepburn Hotel Horvat’s WINE Bar Horvat’s WINE Bar
thursday 22nd
A Quiet Place featuring Enda Kenny and Maggie & Elsie Rigby Theatre Royal 30 Hargraves St Castlemaine, 8pm
friday 23rd
Adrian Deakin Solo Piano Howe St, Daylesford, 6-8pm Lewis Ingham Trentham, 7pm The Jennie Brown & Jude Russell trio Howe St, Daylesford, 8.30pm till late Karaoke @ the Old Hepburn Hotel 236 Main Rd, Hepburn, 9pm till late
Horvat’s WINE Bar The Cosmopolitan Hotel Horvat’s WINE Bar the Old Hepburn Hotel
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saturday 24th
The Early Sessions with ‘Rex Watts’ Howe St, Daylesford, 6-8pm Archer & the Long Gone Daddies Howe St, Daylesford, 8.30pm till late Remedy 236 Main Rd, Hepburn, 9pm till late
Horvat’s WINE Bar Horvat’s WINE Bar the Old Hepburn Hotel
sunday 25th
Wax Lyrical feat ‘Jeanette Geri’ 236 Main Rd, Hepburn, 1pm Reservoir Frogs Trentham, 1.30pm Tracey McNeil Band Howe St, Daylesford, 6.30-9pm 54
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sunday 25th Smooth Tunes with ‘DJ Dusty Stylus’ Howe St, Daylesford, 9pm till late
Horvat’s WINE Bar
Adrian Deakin Solo Piano Howe St, Daylesford, 6-8pm The Black Arm Band 30 Hargraves St Castlemaine, 8pm Live Music Trentham, 7pm Myles White Jazz Trio Howe St, Daylesford, 8.30pm till late Karaoke 236 Main Rd, Hepburn, 9pm till late
Horvat’s WINE Bar Theatre Royal The Cosmopolitan Hotel Horvat’s WINE Bar the Old Hepburn Hotel
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Market Guide BALLAN MARKET 8am-1pm, 1st Sat of month Inglis St Ballan
HOLISTIC LIFESTYLE SPRING FAIR Sat. & Sun. 10am – 4pm Daylesford Inn, 2891 Ballan Rd, Daylesford
BREAKFAST BAZAAR 113 - 115 Main Road, Hepburn Springs Last Saturday of the month from 9am
KYNETON FARMERS MARKET 8am-1pm, 2nd Sat of month St Pauls Park Piper St Kyneton
CASTLEMAINE ARTIST MARKET 10am-4pm, 1st Sun of the month The Theatre Royal, 30 Hargraves St
LANCEFIELD & DIST. FARMERS MARKET 9am-1pm, 4th Sat of the month, (3rd Sat in Dec) High St Lancefield
CASTLEMAINE FARMERS MARKET 9am-1pm, 1st Sun of the month Mostyn St Castlemaine
LANCEFIELD-ROMSEY LIONS CLUB MARKET 8am-2.30pm, 4th Sun of month (except Jan, Jun, Jul) Main St Romsey
CRESWICK COMMUNITY MARKET 9am-1pm 3rd Sat of the month 19-21 Victoria St Creswick
MALMSBURY VILLAGE MARKET 9am-3pm, 2nd Sun of month (Sept-May) Gardens, Calder Hwy Malmsbury
DAYLESFORD FARMERS MARKET 9am-1pm, first Sat of month Daylesford Primary School Vincent St
RIDDELLS CREEK FARMERS MARKET 9am-1pm, 3rd Sat of month (exc. Dec) Riddells Creek Primary School
DAYLESFORD MAKERS MARKET 10am-3pm, first Sat of month Daylesford Town Hall, Vincent St
TALBOT FARMERS MARKET 9am-2pm, 3rd Sun of month Scandanavian Cres Talbot
DAYLESFORD SUNDAY MARKET 8am-4pm, every Sun Daylesford Railway Station Midland Hwy
TRENTHAM FARMERS MARKET 9am-1pm 3rd Saturday of the month A Lions Club Project, Trentham Town Square
GISBORNE OLDE TIME MARKET 9am-2pm, 1st Sun of month Hamilton & Aitken St Gisborne
TRENTHAM SUNDAY MARKET 9am-2pm, 4th Sun of month Main St Trentham
GISBORNE ALL SEASONS MARKET 9am-3pm, 1st Sun of month Brantome St Gisborne
WOODEND MARKET 9am-3pm, 3rd Sun of month (closed JuneAugust) High St Woodend
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Gallery Guide CAN’T THINK STRAIGHT 41 Vincent St, Daylesford Open Thu-Mon 10m-5pm
5348 6695 RED PEPPER GALLERY 35 Vincent St. Daylesford Open daily from 10am
5348 3111
CASTLEMAINE ART GALLERY 5472 2292 STOCKROOM & WOLF AT THE DOOR 98 Piper St Kyneton 5422 3215 14 Lyttleton St, Castlemaine Thurs-Mon from 10:30am Mon-Fri 10am-5pm Sat/Sun 12-5pm, CONVENT GALLERY 5348 3211 STONY CREEK GALLERY Cnr. Hill & Daly St, Daylesford 10 Stony Creek Rd, Daylesford Daily 10am-5pm, Seven Galleries Thurs-Sun from 10am
5348 1884
STUDIO/GALLERY “STAN ” 5348 2596 THE ARTIST’S MUSE 7 Stanbridge St, Daylesford 32 High St. Trentham Open by appointment: 0401 257 909 Open Fri, Sat & Sun from 11am
5424 1599
FALKNER GALLERY 35 Templeton St, Castlemaine, Thurs-Sun 11am-5pm, GALLERY IN KYNETON 40 Mollison St Kyneton Fri-Sun 11am - 4pm or appt
5470 5858 THE BAILS GALLERY @ LAVANDULA Shepherds Flat 5476 4393 Sat-Sun 10.30am – 5.30pm, 5348 3733 0438 356 025 THE CLAY FIRE GALLERY 63 Vincent St, Daylesford Daily 10-5pm, pottery, glassware,
5348 3500 OVERWROUGHT 0403 675 170 THE PANTECHNICON 34 Vincent St, Daylesford 61 Central Springs Rd, Daylesford Thu–Mon 11am-5pm, warehouse gallery Fri-Sun Garden art, furniture, gates 5348 4050 PARADISO ARTS 5348 6600 THE WOODSHED GALLERY 21a Raglan St. Daylesford 1089 Telegraph Road, Sailors Falls Mon-Fri 9-5pm, Sat 10-5pm Sun 10-3pm Designer, maker, Sculptural furniture 5476 4315 PENNY SCHOOL GALLERY 5475 1911 YUINUP AT YANDOIT 110 Steeles Rd, Yandoit 11 Church St, Maldon, Daily 11am–5pm. Daily, sculpture park and gallery Dinner Fri–Sun 6pm, fine art
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5423 2222 JOHN TEMPLE GALLERY 0418 131 262 THE HOGARTH COLLECTION 81 Mollison St, Malmsbury 72 Vincent St, Daylesford Sat-Sun 10am-5pm or by appointment Panoramic photography specialist
Winery Guide
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BARCALDINE HOUSE 238 Dairy Flat Rd, Musk Saturday & Sunday 10am-4pm
5348 2741
GUILDFORD VINEYARD & CELLAR 5476 4457 6720 Midland Hwy Guildford Saturday & Sunday 11.30pm-5pm
BIG SHED WINES 5348 7825 1289 Malmsbury Rd, Glenlyon 7 days 10-6pm (10-7pm Summer)
GRANITE HILLS 1481 Burke & Wills Tk, Baynton 7 days 11am-5pm
5423 5227
BLUE PYRENEES @ DAYLESFORD 5465 1111 The Rex Arcade, 53 Vincent Street 7 days 10-6pm
HANGING ROCK WINERY 88 Jim Rd, Newham 7 days 10am-5pm
5427 0542
CAPTAINS CREEK Kangaroo Hills Rd Blampied Saturday & Sunday 11am-5pm
HORVAT’S CELLAR DOOR Shop 6 Howe St Daylesford Friday - Tuesday 12-5pm
0429 585 129
5345 7408
CHANTERS RIDGE 0427 511 341 440 Chanters Ln, Tylden Saturday & Sunday by appointment
KYNETON RIDGE 90 Blackhill School Rd, Kyneton Saturday & Sunday 10am-6pm
5422 7377
COBAW RIDGE 5423 5227 31 Perc Boyers Ln, East Pastoria MonThuFri 10am-5pm, Sat-Sun 12-5.30pm
PASSING CLOUDS 30 Roddas Ln Musk 7 days 11am-5pm
5348 5550
CURLY FLAT 263 Collivers Rd, Lancefield Saturday & Sunday 1-5pm
5429 1956
PARAMOOR 439 Three Chain Rd, Carlsruhe 7 days 10am-5pm
5427 1057
ELLENDER ESTATE 260 Green Gully Rd, Glenlyon Saturday & Sunday 11am-5pm
5348 7785
SAILORS FALLS 1073 Telegraph Rd, Sailors Falls Saturday & Sunday 11am–5pm
5348 6626
FONTANELLA WINE & VINEYARD 5348 7908 1225 Malmsbury Rd Glenlyon Saturday & Sunday 11am-5pm
SANDY FARM 5348 7610 99 Sandy Farm Rd, Denver Saturday & Sunday by appointment
GISBORNE PEAK WINERY 69 Short Rd, Gisborne South 7 days 11am-5pm
ZIG ZAG RD 5423 9390 201 Zig Zag Rd, Drummond North Saturday & Sunday 11am-5pm
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AMERICAN HOTEL 90 Albert St. Creswick L&D Daily, bistro & pub meals
5345 2510
COFFEE BASICS 5470 6270 1 Halford St. Castlemaine B&L Mon-Fri, Castlemaine’s own roastery & euro style cafe
BOATHOUSE CAFE Lake Daylesford B&L daily, restaurant food, boat hire
5348 1387
COLLIBAN FOODSTORE & REST. 5424 1774 18 Market St. Trentham B Sat-Sun / L Fri-Mon / D Fri-Sat contemporary & seasonal fresh produce
BOCCONCINI DELICATESSEN CAFE 5348 4555 59-61 Vincent St. Daylesford B&L daily, European style deli & providores
CONVENT GALLERY 5348 3211 Cnr Hill & Daly St. Daylesford B Fri-Sun / L Fri-Mon hearty fare in the bad habits cafe
BOWLS BISTRO 10 Camp St. Daylesford, L Fri-Sun/D Tue-Sat, homestyle & modern bistro
5348 3499
THE COSMOPOLITAN HOTEL 5424 1516 Cnr High St. & Cosmo Rd. Trentham D Thurs L&D Fri-Sun, upmarket meals in historic gardens/stables
BREAKFAST & BEER 5348 1778 117 Vincent St Daylesford B,L&D Tues-Sun craft brews, coffee & regional Aus cuisine
COSY CORNER 5348 2576 3 Tenth St. Hepburn Springs B 8am Sat-Sun / L&D Thur-Tues traditional & modern cuisine & curry night
CAFE 33 33 Fraser St Clunes daily cafe meals
DAYLESFORD HOTEL 2 Burke Sq, Daylesford daily pub meals
5348 2335
CAFÉ ON THE EDGE 5348 4332 105 Central Springs Rd. Daylesford daily cafe meals
DAYLESFORD HOUSE CAFÉ 105 Vincent St. Daylesford B&L Wed-Mon European style food
5348 3557
CHOWDER HOUSE 97 Main Rd. Hepburn Springs B&L Wed-Sun home style chowders
5348 2221
DAYLESFORD ICE-CREAM PARLOUR 27 Albert St. Daylesford 5348 2815 L daily large range of ice creams
CLIFFY’S EMPORIUM 5348 3279 30 Raglan St. Daylesford, B&L daily fine produce in historic deli/cafe
DEBS WHOLESOME FOOD CAFE 5348 1030 6/11 Howe St. Daylesford B&L Thu-Mon daily, gluten free, vegetarian, hearty meals
COCOA CHY 84 Albert St. Creswick L daily chocolate and pastries
EGO’S CULINARIA 10 Howe St, Daylesford B&L, Thur-Mon coffee, high tea, cakes
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Restaurant/Cafe Guide ELLENDER ESTATE 5348 7785 260 Green Gully Rd. Glenlyon L Sat-Sun wood fired pizza in winery garden
THE GRILL AT TYLDEN 5424 8119 43 Trentham Rd. Tylden L&D Wed-Sun wine bar serving food from the grill
EMPORIUM ON PIPER 5422 6611 89 Piper St. Kyneton B&L daily light meals, cupcakes, coffee, wine
GUILDFORD HOTEL Midland Hwy. Guildford L Sun / D Fri-Sat pub fare pizza, pub and curry nights
EUROPEAN SAUSAGE BAR 0433 739 788 121 Vincent St. Daylesford Fri-Mon bratwurst, chorizo & juice bar
HARVEST 383 Restaurant 5345 9600 1500 Midlands Hwy. Creswick L&D daily - Novotel Forest Resort contemporary Australian cuisine
FARMERS ARMS HOTEL 31 Albert St, Creswick L&D Daily homemade country meals
5345 2221
HARVEST ORGANIC CAFE & GROCERY 29 Albert St. Daylesford 5348 4022 B&L Mon-Sat / D Sat vegan & gluten free foods
THE FARMERS ARMS HOTEL 1 East St. Daylesford D Wed-Sun, Bar L&D daily modern Australian
5348 2091
HEPBURN GENERAL STORE 5348 2764 102-104 Main Rd. Hepburn B&L daily hot food, sandwiches & provisions
FOOD GALLERY 77 Vincent St. Daylesford B&L daily cafe style food
5348 1677
HEPBURN PAVILION CAFÉ 5348 1900 Mineral Springs Reserve Rd. Hepburn Springs B&L daily, speciality - morning & afternoon tea
FRANGOS & FRANGOS 82 Vincent St. Daylesford L Fri-Sun / D Mon-Tue Fri-Sat licensed Mediterranean cuisine
5348 2363
HIMALAYA BAKERY 73 Vincent St. Daylesford B&L Wed-Mon organic, vegetarian and vegan
5348 1267
GARDENS OF ST ERTH Simmons Reef Rd. Blackwood L Fri-Sun cafe in garden setting
5368 6514
HOLGATE BREWHOUSE 79 High St, Woodend L Tues-Sun D daily pub meal in brewhouse
5427 2510
GOURMET LARDER DELI 57a Vincent St. Daylesford B&L daily, D Wed-Sat licensed exotic deli fare
5348 4700
HORVAT’S WINE BAR 5348 2333 Shop 6 Howe st. Daylesford D Fri-Sun, wines, music & homemade pizzas
GRACENOTES CAFE 1/123 Vincent St. Daylesford B&L daily / D Thurs-Sun Australian cuisine
5348 4946
HOT CHOCOLATE CAFE 5476 4208 5451 Midland Hyw. Mt Franklin Tues-Sun hot choc, coffee, teas and milkshakes
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INNER BISCUIT 34 Piper Street Kyneton B&L Mon, Thurs-Sun organic patisserie and cafe
5422 1129
MERCATO @ DAYLESFORD 32 Raglan St. Daylesford L Sat-Sun / D Thurs-Tues regional, seasonal fine dining
5348 4488
INNSPIRED @ DAYLESFORD INN 5348 2554 158 Ballan Rd. Daylesford L daily D Wed-Sat local contemporary Australian
MODERN DAY BAKERY 69-71 Vincent St. Daylesford B&L daily bakery and cafe
5348 2714
JASMINE THAI 114 Main Rd Hepburn Springs D Wed-Mon authentic Thai cuisine
5348 1163
MUFFY’S 28 Albert St. daylesford B&L daily, muffins, pies and snacks
5348 3711
KOUKLA 82 Vincent St. Daylesford B&L daily / D Wed-Sun cafe with wood fire pizza oven
5348 2363
NATIONAL HOTEL 35 Fraser St. Clunes D daily country style pub meals
5345 3205
LADLE FOODSTORE 30 Piper St. Kyneton B&L Daily gourmet foodstuffs
5422 2430
OHARA’S BAKERY AND CAFE 24 Fraser St, Clunes B&L Daily pastry and cafe food
5345 3700
LAKE HOUSE RESTAURANT 5348 3329 King St. Daylesford B,L&D daily local, seasonal modern fine dining
OLD HEPBURN HOTEL 236 Main Rd. Hepburn L Wed-Sun / D daily generous pub meals
5348 2207
LAVANDULA SWISS ITALIAN FARM 5476 4393 350 Hepburn-Newstead Rd. Shepherds Flat L Sat-Sun Mediterranean fare
PERFECT DROP WINE & FOOD LOUNGE 5 Howe St. Daylesford 5348 3373 L Sat-Sun / D daily casual dining, serious flavours, local produce
LEMON TREE CAFE 86 Albert St. Creswick B&L Daily hearty meals
5345 1120
PIZZERIA LA LUNA 5348 4123 24 Albert St. Daylesford D Thurs-Mon, gourmet and traditional pizza, take away. delivery (fri & sat nights)
LITTLE SWALLOW CAFE 58a Piper St. Kyneton B&L Wed-Mon modern Australian
5422 6241
PUBLIC INN 5472 3568 Barker & Mostyn Sts, Castlemaine L&D daily modern Australian upmarket pub meals
LUCINI’S HISTORIC PASTA CAFE 5348 4345 64 Main Rd. Hepburn Springs L Fri-Mon / D Fri-Sun Italian meals in macaroni factory
RADIO SPRINGS HOTEL 5348 5562 Cnr High St. & Main St. D Thurs-Fri L&D Sat-Sun Contemporary Italian pub meals 61
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Restaurant/Cafe Guide REDBEARD HISTORIC BAKERY Old Bakery Lane. Trentham B&L daily organic bakery and cafe
5424 1002
THE ELECTRIC SITAR 5348 1676 4/27 Albert St. Daylesford D Wed-Sun / L Fri north, south indian cuisine. limited seats
RED STAR CAFE 115 Main Rd. Hepburn Springs B&L daily / D Fri-Sat relaxed, contemporary dining
5348 2297
THE GOOD TABLE 5472 4400 233 Barker Street, Castlemaine L&D Thu-Sun local, seasonal, fine dining
ROYAL HOTEL & CAFE NOSH 5348 2205 Cnr Vincent & Albert Daylesford L&D daily hearty pub fare and snacks
THE PALAIS 5348 4849 111 Main Rd, Hepburn Springs D Thu-Tues traditional woodfired pizza & pub meals
RUBENS 5348 2843 70 Main Rd. Hepburn Springs L&D 7 days Mediterranean cuisine & take-away
EMPYRE BOUTIQUE HOTEL 68 Mostyn St, Castlemaine L&D Wed-Sun fine dining gold rush hotel
5472 5166
SAULT 2349 Ballan-Daylesford Rd. L Fri-Sun / D Wed-Sun modern Australian cuisine
TOGS 58 Lyttleton St. Castlemaine B&L 7 days cafe food on rooftop garden
5470 5090
SAVOIA HOTEL 5348 2314 69 main rd. Hepburn Springs L Tue-Sun / D daily bar snacks, bistro meals, seafood
TOWN HALL CAFE 74 Vincent St. Daylesford L&D daily pizzas, pastas, fish ‘n’ chips
5348 2291
SMOKEYTOWN CAFE 77 Albert St. Creswick L Daily / D Fri-Sat, country comfort meals
TUKI RESTAURANT Stoney Rises Smeaton L daily ultra fresh trout specialists
5345 6233
SWEET DECADENCE AT LOCANTRO 87 Vincent St. Daylesford 5348 3202 B&L daily chocolates, sweets and cakes
WATER GARDEN 111a Vincent St. Daylesford L daily / D daily traditional Chinese
5348 3592
TANGLES AT THE MAZE 5345 2847 Cnr Midlands & Smokeytown Rd. Creswick L daily D Fri Café at the Maze & Mini Golf
WILD BIRCH AT PEPPERS 5348 2202 124 Main Rd. Hepburn Springs B,L&D daily Mediterranean influenced fine dining
THEATRE ROYAL 5472 1196 30 Hargraves St. Castemaine L&D daily traditional italian pizza & atomica coffee
WOMBAT HILL HOUSE Central Springs Rd. Daylesford B&L Thurs-Mon locally sourced simple food
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ABANDON STRESS MASSAGE 0401 369 743 mobile, 7 days www.abandonstress.com.au
OM REIKI CENTRE 5348 1864 42 Tipperary Springs Rd, Daylesford www.om-reiki.com.au
ACQUA VIVA DAY SPA 5 Tenth St, Hepburn Springs, www.dayspa.com.au
5348 2111
OMADA DAY SPA 5348 4499 106a Main Rd, Hepburn Springs www.omada-dayspa.com.au
BODY ISLE DAY SPA 5348 3498 10-16 Forest Ave, Hepburn Springs, www.thebodyisle.com.au
PEPPERMINT SPRINGS SPA 5348 5718 4488 Trentham Rd, www.peppermintsprings.net.au
DAYLESFORD HEALTH PROFESSIONALS 24 Raglan St, Daylesford www.dhphealth.info
QUEENSBERRY STUDIO 5348 3653 23 Queensberry St, Daylesford www.queensberrystudio.com.au
DAYLESFORD DAY SPA 25 Albert St, Daylesford, www.daylesforddayspa.com.au
REDSPA SANCTUARY 0422 130 569 studio 20, 37-39 East St, Daylesford www.redspasanctuary.com
5348 2331
ENDOTA DAYLESFORD 5348 1169 cnr Vincent St &Central Springs Rd, www.endota.com.au
SALUS SPA AT LAKE HOUSE King St, Daylesford, www.lakehouse.com.au
5348 3329
HEPBURN BATHHOUSE & SPA 5321 6000 Mineral Springs Reserve Rd, Hepburn Springs www.hepburnbathhouse.com
SAMADHI RETREAT & SPA 6/57 Vincent St, Daylesford www.samadhiretreat.com.au
5348 7926
INN TOUCH DAY SPA 2891 Ballan Rd, Daylesford www.daylesfordinn.com
5348 2774
SATYANANDA YOGA 5345 7434 393 Dean Barkstead Rd, Rocklyn www.satyananda.net
MINERAL SPA @ PEPPERS 124 Main Rd, Hepburn Springs, www.mineralspa.com.au
5348 2100
SHIZUKA RYOKAN 5348 2030 7 Lakeside Drive, Hepburn Springs www.shizuka.com.au
NALINI RETREAT 0417 783 087 1st Floor, 57 Vincent St, Daylesford www.naliniretreat.com.au
SPECIALIST MASSAGE GROUP 1800 226 935 mobile, 7 days www.specialistmassagegroup.com
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Essential services TAXI SERVICE Daylesford 5348 1111 / 5348 3333 AMBULANCE/FIRE 000 POLICE DAYLESFORD 5348 2342 STATE EMERGENCY SERVICE 132 500 DENTISTS 13 Hospital St Daylesford 5348 2523 54a Hargraves St Castlemaine 5472 3437 21 Lyttleton St Castlemaine 5472 1377 MEDICAL CENTRES 10 Hospital Street 5345 2227 Mon, Wed 8.30am - 7.30pm Tue, Thu, Fri 9am - 6pm Sat 9am - 12 A/H EMERGENCY GP CLINIC 5348 2371 PHARMACY 39 Vincent St, Daylesford 5348 2301 Mon to Fri 9–6pm Sat 9–4pm, Sun 10–1pm HOSPITALS Hospital St Daylesford 5348 2371 VETERINARY PRACTICES 77 Raglan St Daylesford 5348 1088 86 Main Rd Hepburn 5348 4851 WILDLIFE LINE 1300 094 535
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INTERNET ACCESS Hepburn Hub at Neighbourhood House 13 Camp St Daylesford 5348 3569 9am–5pm Monday–Friday REGIONAL VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE 98 Vincent St Daylesford 5321 6123 POST OFFICES Daylesford – 86 Vincent St Hepburn Springs – 108 Main Rd VIDEO LIBRARIES Videoland 8/11 Howe St Daylesford 5348 1196 ATMS Commonwealth Bank 39–40 Vincent Street Daylesford ANZ Bank 52 Vincent Street Daylesford Bendigo Bank (Newsagency) 45 Vincent Street SUPERMARKETS Coles Supermarket Albert Street Daylesford 7am –10pm Mon – Sun IGA DAYLESFORD 26 Vincent Street POOL TABLES Savoia Hotel 69 Main Rd Hepburn Daylesford RSL Vincent St Daylesford Old Hepburn 236 Main Rd Hepburn
Japanese Inspired Modern Bistro Lunch - Mon, Fri, Sat & Sun 12 to 3pm Dinner - Thu to Tue 6 to 11pm 1 Camp Street, Daylesford VIC 3460 Bookings: (03) 5348 1218
www.kazukis.com.au