North East Tourist News by Provincial Press Group

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Start or end your exploration of Winton Wetlands with a visit to the Mokoan Hub & Cafe - fully licensed with an extensive menu and family friendly. Ask the welcoming Hub staff about seasonal and daily highlights, as well as the best places to point your camera or binoculars for brilliant wildlife and bird spotting. Located 15 minutes from Benalla and 25 minutes from Wangaratta.

Open 7 days | 9am-4pm 652 Lake Mokoan Road, Chesney Vale. Ph 03 5766 4462

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“Excellence in Cinema Entertainment” 4 Cinema complex New release movies every week Latest digital vision and sound technology Wall to wall screens Climate controlled for your comfort Arcade games Candy bar & Lolly World Lift to first floor Disabled access to all cinemas

P (03) 5721 5555 First Floor of Co-Store Shopping Complex, Cnr Ovens and Reid Streets, Wangaratta

Open 7 Days Latest State Of The Art Facilities UV Bowling Kids Bumper Bowling Wheelchair Access Climate contolled for your comfort Coffee & Snack Bar Undercover, multi deck car park P (03) 5721 5555 First Floor, Co-Store Shopping Complex, Cnr Ovens and Reid Streets, Wangaratta

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AROUND THE REGION

Enjoy the best of Buffalo

MOUNT Buffalo has some of the best and most accessible snow in Victoria and it’s free (there are no resort fees to enter the national park). Located only a 45 minute drive from Porepunkah and Bright, Mount Buffalo is “North East Victoria’s Winter Wonderland” and has extensive areas of snow at both Dingo Dell and Cresta Valley for snow play, tobogganing, cross country skiing or simply enjoying the amazing views. There is a warm and friendly café and day shelter at Dingo Dell Day Shelter where the Mount Buffalo Ski School is based and where there is excellent tobogganing for children and families. They also have marked and back country snowshoe trails (and snow shoes for hire at the Ski School Shop) plus amazing snow hikes to the top of the Hump and the lookout at Dingo Dell. Mount Buffalo Ski School run regular snowshoe rambles each Saturday afternoon at 2.30 pm (plus Wednesdays over school holidays). Backcountry ski trails include the longer reservoir road trail, where the Mount McLeod and Rocky Creek ski trails also take you further out backcountry. There are also a number of back country ski and

snowshoe trails accessible out of Cresta Valley. See www.visitmountbuffalo.com.au .

GUIDANCE: Whatever your age, you can learn the fundamentals of cross country skiing at Mount Buffalo Ski School.

The ski school has a range of affordable snow clothes for those that might have forgotten winter warmers, and also have toboggans and snow shoes for hire. MBSS offer advertised and by arrangement cross country ski lessons and tours, snow shoe tours, snow hikes, intermediate and advanced back country ski tours/tuition and supervised snow camping activities. See www.mountbuffaloskischool.com.au. In snow season 2019 they will also be offering “Hok” ski tours and hire (cross between a ski and a snow shoe with a ﬁxed “skin”). Ski school director David Chitty has been working and skiing on Mount Buffalo (also at Falls Creek and Mount Hotham) for 34 years. A retired Infantry and Special Forces officer, David has extensive experience in cross country, back country skiing and snow camping. For more information, call David Chitty on 0419 280 614, or see www.mountbuffaloskischool.com.au, www.facebook.com/ MountBuffaloSkiSchool,www.mtbuffalocam.com. au, www.visitmountbuffalo.com.au, or www. facebook.com/VisitMountBuffalo.

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FALLS CREEK

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SO MUCH FUN: Falls Creek is among the North East’s diverse snow resorts gearing up for a fun winter of events, activities, and plenty of skiing, snowboarding, cross country skiing, tobogganning, and snow play. Our cover image is courtesy of Falls Creek. ADVERTISING ENQUIRIES

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Enjoy the beautiful views from your balcony which is equipped with BBQs. Full kitchens, kitchenette, and laundry facilities are in all apartments. We can cater for 2 visitors, right up to 10 people. Bedding configurations are varied to suit your group and linen and towels are provided for your convenience.

© Nor th East Media Pty Ltd. Published by Brian Higgins for Nor th East Media Pty Ltd, ABN 65 006 238 277 at the registered office, 37 Rowan Street, Wangaratta, 3677. Information in the publication is a guide only and believed to be correct at the time of printing. Every care has been taken, however no responsibility can be accepted for inaccuracies due to changed circumstances outside the control of the publisher. It is our legal obligation to advise that we accept no responsibility for the accuracy of the information provided. All rights reserved. No par t of this publication may be reproduced by any means – electronic, mechanical, photocopying or otherwise – without permission of the publisher.

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North East Tourist News - Winter 2019

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winter M O N T H LY M A R K E TS J U N E 2 0 1 9 | J U LY 2 0 1 9 | AU G U ST 2 0 1 9 Every Sat.

MYRTLEFORD COMMUNITY PRODUCE MARKET Clyde Street, Myrtleford 0411 047 530

Every 1st Sat.

MOUNT BEAUTY COMMUNITY MARKET Hollonds St. & Kiewa Cres., Mount Beauty (03) 5754 4097

Every 1st Sat.

BEECHWORTH FARMERS MARKET Corner Church & Ford Sts., Beechworth 0408 859 282

Every 2nd Sat.

WANGARATTA MAKERS MARKET

Apex Park. Wangaratta wangarattamakersmarket@gmail.com

Every 2nd Sat.

ALBURY WODONGA FARMERS MARKET

Alternate Saturdays at Hovell Tree Park in Albury and Gateway Village in Wodonga. 0414 207 770

TATONG VILLAGE MARKET (03) 5767 2210

Every 1st Sat.

NAGAMBIE LAKES COMMUNITY MARKET Blayney Reserve, Jacobson's Outlook, Nagambie

Every 2nd Sat.

VIOLET TOWN COMMUNITY MARKET

Recreation Reserve, Tulip Street, Violet Town market@violettown.org.au

Newman Street, Wangaratta 0427 215 258

Every 1st Sun.

COROWA FEDERATION CRAFT MARKET Bangerang Park, Edward St., Corowa

62 Main Street, Chiltern 0431 821 341

YARRAWONGA MULWALA ROTARY MARKET Showgrounds, Gilmore St., Yarrawonga 0409 351 892

AVENEL MARKET

Piazza, Myrtle St Myrtleford, www.myrtlefordfarmersmarket.com.au

Every 2nd Sun.

MANSFIELD FARMERS MARKET

Jubilee Park, Queen St., Avenel 0468 586 069

Every 4th Sat.

BENALLA LIONS CLUB CARBOOT SALE

Fawckner Drive Carpark, Benalla (03) 5762 3043

Opposite Foodworks centre medium strip, 0DQVÂ²HOG 0417 319 879

Every 4th Sat.

BRIGHT MARKET - MAKE IT, BAKE IT, GROW IT Howitt Park, Bright www.brightchamber.com.au

Every 3rd Sat.

MOYHU FARMERS MARKET Cnr Meadow Creek & :DQJDUDWWD :KLWÂ²HOG 5G 0R\KX (03) 5727 9301

Every 3rd Sat.

CHILTERN MARKET

Albury Entertainment Centre 0416 986 182

Every 4th Sat.

0429 949 416

Every 1st Sun.

Every 3rd Sun.

LITTLE ME MARKET

MYRTLEFORD FARMERS MARKET

Every 3rd Sat.

AVIAN PARK RACEWAY MARKET

Wellsford St., Yackandandah 0418 122 921

Every 2nd Sun.

0408 602 841

Every Sun.

LIONS CLUB COMMUNITY MARKET

Every 3rd Sun.

Every 1st Sat. Tatong Tavern Hotel Grounds, Tatong

Every 3rd Sun.

EUROA VILLAGE FARMERS MARKET Rotary Park, Euroa 0456 723 331 www.euroavillagefarmersmarket.org

BENALLA CRAFT & LAKESIDE MARKET - MAKE IT, BAKE IT, GROW IT, SEW IT Lake Benalla Foreshore, Benalla 0467 281 323

Every last Sat.

COBRAM LIONS CLUB LOG CABIN MARKET Log Cabin, Federation Park, Cobram 0487608427

Every 4th Sun.

YARRAWONGA FARMERS MARKET Yarrawonga Foreshore, Yarrawonga 0408 722 069

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winter CO M M U N I T Y E V E N TS - JUNE 2019

29-JUN-19

DARKER DAYS FESTIVAL – BRIGHT

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10-AUG-19 TO 11-AUG-19

OPENING WEEKEND SKI RESORTS

MTBA CYCLO-CROSS

Mt Buller www.mtbuller.com.au

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Mt Hotham www.mthotham.com.au

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Falls Creek www.fallscreek.com.au Dinner Plain www.dinnerplain.com.au

NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS - OXLEY www.mtba.org.au

YARRAWONGA- MULWALA KIDS FESTIVAL lakemulwalakids.com.au

10-AUG-19 TO 11-AUG-19

DINNER PLAIN SLED DOG CHALLENGE

8-JUN-19 TO 9-JUN-19

WINERY WALKABOUT (RUTHERGLEN) www.winerywalkabout.com.au

6-JUL-19 TO 14-JUL-19

STITCHED UP TEXTILE FESTIVAL www.stitchedupfestival.com

sleddogchallenge.com

16-AUG-19 TO 18-AUG-19

8-JUN-19

KELLY COUNTRY PICK

BONFIRE NIGHT – DELATITE WINERY

www.kellycountrypick.org

www.delatitewinery.com.au

8-JUN-19

WANDI CROSS www.wandicross.com

FESTIVAL 6-JUL-19 TO 27-JUL-19

SALAMI AND SALSICCE MAKING Sicilian Cooking experience at Politini Wines www.politiniwines.com.au

19-AUG-19 TO 25-AUG-19

VICTORIAN INTERSCHOOLS SNOWSPORTS MT BULLER

8-10-JUN-19

TRAILS, TASTINGS & TALES – GLENROWAN www.visitglenrowan.com.au

www.mtbuller.com.au

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BIRKEBEINER CLASSIC Falls Creek

8-10-JUN-19

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KING VALLEY ART SHOW

23-AUG-19 TO 25-AUG-19

CHILTERN ANTIQUE FAIR www.explorechiltern.com.au

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— FALLS CREEK 2019 —

winter events CROSS COUNTRY SKI EVENTS JUN 23 | Snow Trek & Travel Mini Series #1

JUL 6 | Falls Creek Junior Agility Race

JUL 6 | Fast & Female

JUL 6-7 | Falls Creek Demo Ski Festival

Snow Trek & Travel Mini Series #2 FIGHT MND ICE PLUNGE June 1

WINTER SEASON OPENING WEEKEND June 8−10

SKI & SNOWBOARD DOWNHILL EVENTS

JUL 7 | Birkebeiner Classic JUL 13-14 | Interschool XC Trials JUL 13 | Snow, Trek & Travel

JUL 12 | Rossignol Cup Cranky Charlie Cup

JUL 15-19 | South Australian Interschools Championships (SAKSI)

High Plains Tour

JUL 26 | Wombats Rambler Night Race

JUL 14 | YMCA Howman's Gap Vic Relay Championships

JUL 20 | Vic Junior Championships JUL 21 | Vic Junior Sprint Championships WOMBATS RAMBLER NIGHT RACE | July 26

XC NIGHT SPRINTS August 22

JUL 27 | Australian Open Sprint Championships

JUL 28 | Australian Open Distance Championships

AUG 4 | Snow Trek & Travel Mini Series #3 AUG 7-9 | ASSSTC

JUL 26-28 | Vic Masters Championships JUL 29 - AUG 2 | Australian Police Winter Games

AUG 6-8 | ASSSTC AUG 15-16 | FIS SL Racing AUG 29 | Pendl Cup AUG 30 - SEP 3 | SSA Aus Alpine U16's

AUG 10 | Ski De Femme

FREESTYLE EVENTS

AUG 11 | Rocky Valley Rush/ KANGAROO HOPPET August 24

Sun Valley Ramble

GAY SKI WEEK September 3−8

AUG 15 | No h East Primary School Relays

JUL 13 | FCFS - Rails Competition

AUG 22 | Falls Creek Invitational

JUL 27 | FCFS - Rider X

Night Sprints

AUG 8-14 | Nitro Good Times Weekend

AUG 24 | Joey Hoppet Australian Birkenbeiner

AUG 9 | The Board Lounge Throwdown

Kangaroo Hoppet

AUG 10 | FCFS - Big Air Competition

AUG 31 | Australian Junior Sprint LIGHT THE NIGHT August 30

FALLS CREEK OCTOBERFEST October 5

Championships

SEP 1 | Australian Junior Distance Championships

AUG 24 | FCFS - Slopestyle Series SEP 7 | FCFS - Summit Masters SEP 14 | FCFS - Banked Slalom

WEEKLY EVENTS TUESDAY | Twilight Tuesdays (featuring Pete the Snow Dragon), Village Bowl WEDNESDAY | Night Skiing, Wombats Ramble THURSDAY | Night Show Spectacular, Village Bowl MCKAYOS October 5

THE BIG DIG/POND SKIM October 5

SATURDAY | Night Skiing, Wombats Ramble Weekly events subject to change. Dependent on weather and snow conditions.

Scheduled events are subject to weather conditions and may be subject to change or cancellation

MORE INFO (03) 5758 1202 | WWW.FALLSCREEK.COM.AU | #ADVENTUREYOURWAY

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SNOW NEWS

AS its very name suggests, winter is an ideal time to visit Dinner Plain’s Blizzard Brewing Company. The venue’s cosy ambience and welcoming atmosphere greets those who are in the area enjoying the winter snow, and is also ideal to just socialise and settle in for a spell. Having celebrated their third birthday and now entering their fourth winter - they have brewed more than two dozen different beers, with 10 on tap this season. Blizzard Brewing Company’s Mark Hubbard says the brewery crafts beer exclusively with snow melt drawn from large underground acquifers, giving the end product purity and crispness. Blizzard Brewing Company has many beers to try, including their Who’s Ros and Trevor North East Ale, Avalanche Amber Ale, Summit Stout,

and 1550 Lager varieties. The Who’s Ros and Trevor is only brewed once a year at hop harvest time, and many other seasonals are also brewed only once a year. This season they are expanding the seating downstairs, and will have a food truck serving comfort food such as buffalo wings and sliders. The business is just a stone’s throw from skiing fun, with the brewery site at 5 Cattle Pen Drive, Dinner Plain being just 50m from the Cobungra ski lift. The brewery has won multiple awards for their beer, and were recently rated #21 in a list of the top brew pubs in Australia. For more information on the company’s impressive range of beers, see the website on www.blizzardbrewing.com or check out the Blizzard Brewing Facebook and Twitter pages.

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Travel to the snow with

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VISIT BLIZZARD BREWING COMPANY IN THE HIGH COUNTRY

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SNOW NEWS

A lot to enjoy at Mt Stirling this winter

THERE is something for everyone in Mt Stirlingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s natural alpine environment. Mt Stirling is adjacent to Mt Buller in the Victorian High Country. This family affordable, ski and snow play resort is just a 45 minute drive from MansďŹ eld. Snowfalls transform this gem of a mountain into a winter wonderland. Snow-shoe or ski through towering alpine ash trees and twisted snow gums on a bed of glistening snow. Listen to ďŹ&#x201A;owing crystal-clear alpine streams, take a break in one of the Cattlemanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Huts and be amazed at the beauty of the vast views from its open summit. The sheltered ski trails (40kms) are some of the longest and most sheltered groomed trails in Austral-

ia, providing thrills and excitement for all level of skiers. The resort is staffed by a professional full-time ski patrol, just in case you need help. Ski lessons are available, and are always a good idea, whether you are a beginner or more proďŹ cient. Lessons and guiding are available from the qualiďŹ ed instructor team at Stirling Experience, located at the Nordic Centre adjacent to the mountain Telephone Box Junction car park, where you will ďŹ nd plenty of parking. Alternatively, book your trip on the mountain 4x4 bus from the resort entry at Mirimbah. The ski hire offers a complete range of Classic, Skating, Telemark and Alpine Touring skis in addition to snow shoes and toboggans for

HERE TO HELP: Stirling Experience ski instructors (from left) Siim Eilo, Kristel Viigipuu and Joosep Tammemaee.

hire and a range of warming hats, gloves, boots and skis for sale. Enjoy lunch or a warming coffee and cake in the cafĂŠ, and watch

the kids enjoy themselves on the toboggan run away from the congestion of the larger commercial resorts.

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SNOW NEWS

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CULTURE AND ART: A visit to the Michelton Gallery of Aboriginal Art is essential.

PHOTO: Simon Shiff.

A world away from the city

IF you are a wine enthusiast who is looking for a tranquil vineyard destination with wide appeal, Mitchelton Estate could be the place for you. Located just 90 minutes from Melbourne, Mitchelton feels like a world away from the city. Since its inception in 1969, Mitchelton has built a proud history of quality amassed around a portfolio of world class wines crafted from the estate and Heathcote vineyards. North East Tourist News - Winter 2019

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The expansive Mitchelton property comprises Mitchelton Winery, the award winning cellar door, the Mitchelton Hotel, The Day Spa at Mitchelton, Muse Restaurant, the iconic Ashton Tower, the Ministry of Chocolate Café, the Mitchelton Gallery of Aboriginal Art and the Cellar function spaces. One of the newest additions to the Mitchelton property has been the Mitchelton Gallery of Aboriginal Art. Featuring over 30 works, includ-

ing signiﬁcant pieces from some of Australia’s most revered indigenous artists, the Mitchelton Gallery of Aboriginal Art pays homage to the Taungurung region, whose people are the traditional custodians of the land that Mitchelton occupies. The gallery is a partnership with curator Adam Knight and Gerry Ryan, and was created to provide an inspiring new space for locals and visitors to experience the creative expression of Australia’s First People.

A permanent feature of the gallery is the Message Stick Vehicle, a Land Rover former off-road ambulance from the Vietnam War, which was adorned with paintings from over 200 Aboriginal artists during its journey across Australia. The Message Stick Vehicle has been recognised as a totemic symbol of unity and peace, and endorsed by Nelson Mandela and Gough Whitlam. To ﬁnd out more about Mitchelton Estate, see www.mitchelton.com.au.

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Central Victoria’s iconic wine, food, art and hospitality destination and luxurious place of escape.

Accommodation Offer

Winemaker’s Lunch Offer

Midweek Dine and Unwind - $399 - A share four course Chef’s selection menu - Bottle of Mitchelton Estate Wine with dinner - Accommodation + Breakfast - $25 Spa vouchers per person

Midweek Two Course Lunch - $39 per person Available Monday to Friday 12pm – 3pm

Weekend Dine and Unwind - $799 - A share four course Chef’s selection menu - Bottle of Mitchelton Estate Wine with dinner - Accommodation for two nights - Breakfast daily - $25 Spa vouchers per person Terms and Conditions apply. Valid until September 30th 2019.

A glass of wine to pass the time? Come to take in the views of the Goulburn River, stay for the exceptional two course lunch. Working at the peak of the seasons, The Muse presents a weekday lunch inclusive of entrée and main tea or coffee, petit fours and a glass of one of our winemaker’s estate grown wines. Day sipping at its finest. Not available public holidays. Bookings essential. Not in conjunction with any other offer. Bookings essential.

470 Mitchellstown Road Nagambie VIC 3608 | mitchelton.com.au | +61 3 5736 2222

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Make the trip to Rutherglen Estates

WINTER is the perfect time for meandering, enjoying the indoors and savouring those luscious red and fortiﬁed wines. Rutherglen Estates’ impressive cellar door offers a relaxed ambience that the Aboriginal Exhibitions Gallery helps to create, while you taste award winning wines and browse through the gallery. The gallery is a must see and will impress the harshest of critics. With exhibitions changing seasonally, a new one is due to open in late June. If you are after a bite to eat then tucked behind the historic facade, hidden from view, is the Tuileries cafe and courtyard. Open for breakfast and lunch everyday, it is a great place to relax. If dinner is what you are looking

for, then Tuileries Restaurant is a must for any visitor to the area. Renowned for its delicious regional cuisine and high standard of service, you will find some very discerning food and wine matches. Winery Walkabout (June 8-9) is Australia’s oldest wine festival and is the perfect way to sample the best of what the region has to offer. Rutherglen Estates and Tuileries have teamed up to offer live music out the front on the lawn, great food and of course, a wonderful selection of wine. Chill out away from the crowds and enjoy what the festival has to offer. Tickets for Winery Walkabout must be pre-purchased and can be bought online at www.winerywalka-

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Rutherglen Estates Cellar Door and Aboriginal Exhibitions Gallery - the perfect place to sample award winning wines and discover truly unique works of art

Tuileries boutique accommodation, wine bar, a la carte restaurant and cafe all in one location

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are all open seven days a week. Visit the websites www.rutherglenestates.com.au or www.tuileriesrutherglen.com.au, or like the winery on Facebook.

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LOOK TO THE SKY: Delatite Winery will be holding a stargazing night this June.

Stunning time to visit Delatite Winery WINTER in the High Country is stunning and it’s especially so at Delatite Winery, where you can taste up to 28 different wines from one of Australia’s prestigious “5 Red Star Wineries” (James Halliday), all while drinking in one of the most spectacular views you will ever hope to ﬁnd. Of course, all wines taste better with food. Try their range of beautiful pizzas,

platters and hot nourishing soups and casseroles, all made from local ingredients, available all day. This winter sees numerous events at the cellar door ranging from the annual Bonﬁre night on Saturday, June 8, where you can enjoy live music, hot winter rolls, mulled wines and warming soups, and of course amazing red wines while warming yourself in front of the district’s biggest bonﬁre.

Winter Stargazing with Matt Dodds will take place on Sunday, June 9. The winter night sky is absolutely spectacular in the High Country, and on June 9 there will be an amazing, professionally guided stargazing experience with six high powered telescopes. You will be able to see Jupiter and Saturn’s rings and many other wonders.

August features a Wine Blending Day at the winery. Guided by their winemaker, participants ﬁrst learn about how he creates the special blends that become Delatite Winery’s award winning wines. Then they create their own special blend of red wine. Enjoy a “look behind the curtain” of the magic of winemaking.

David Ritchie and family are pleased to be able to share the landscape and vineyard with visitors and wine lovers alike! Join us in the foothills of the Victorian Alps, below Mt Buller for a wine tasting with spectacular views, cellar door only wines, platters using local produce and pizzas. Delatite is open for tastings, sales and lunches daily. 7 days a week 10am to 5pm.

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Right royal feast for the whole family WEEKEND Fit For a King, the immersive food and wine festival for all ages, is returning to the King Valley by popular demand this Queen’s Birthday long weekend, on June 8-9. The festival coincides with the King Valley Balloon Festival, as well as the King Valley Art Show, and is shaping up to be a right royal feast for the whole family. Join the winemaking families of the King Valley to taste new and museum release, cool-climate, premium-quality wines. Feast on artisan local produce and hearty family recipes at ten participating wineries throughout the region. Be entranced by a mass of hot air balloons ﬂoating in the mist over the valley each morning, and in the evening enjoy a mug of hot mulled wine as they light up the sky in tune to music at the family friendly Brown Brothers Night Glow.

Reﬂect on the creativity and talent of artists at the King Valley Art Show, held at King River Brewing. Tickets to Weekend Fit For a King are $25 per person (kids play free). Festival ticket includes souvenir tasting glass or reusable coffee cup. Festival highlights: In conjunction with King Valley Balloon Festival, there’ll be hot air balloon displays at four venues on Sunday afternoon - Dal Zotto, Politini, King River Estate and King River Brewing. Wood Park Wines are participating in the festival for the ﬁrst time - try their range of wines, alongside Gnocchi with Oxtail Ragu from Milawa Kitchen or a selection of Milawa Cheese. Darling Estate is celebrating 100 years of family history in the family by releasing a special Nebbiolo, made in collaboration with famed winemaker Rick Kinzbrunner.

FUN TIMES: Experience the King Valley’s warm hospitality on the Queen’s Birthday long weekend. Pizzini Wines will be releasing their 21st vintage of Sangiovese, and accompanying it with authentic Italian dishes of lasagne, gnocchi and more. Live music both days of the festival. Participating wineries are Brown

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THERE will be something for everyone on the cellar door wine lists and menus at Glenrowan’s Trails, Tastings and Tales food and wine festival to be held over the three days of Queen’s Birthday weekend - June 8-10. “We have a special weekend planned and some impressive wines to sip and savour,” said Glenrowan marketing officer, Jennifer Booth. “The region has a reputation for fruit driven, full-bodied and ﬂavour intensive white, red and fortiﬁed wines that will tempt with some sparkling wines also on the list. “With vintage completed, there will be some promising wines for future release, so it is time to celebrate. “An additional feature for the festival this year is the unique sculpture trail along the Glenrowan wine trail. “Regional artist, Pam Procter, gains inspiration from the Warby Range for her artistic expression in a variety of mediums. “Follow the sculpture trail of her limestone carvings and exhibits on the June long weekend that display her talent and diversity,” Ms Booth said. “Tick a thrilling air balloon ride off your bucket list with the wonderful experience of a tethered ride available during the festival. “Fabulous winter fare options will be on the cellar door menus with lots of delicious warming dishes to entice and pair with your wine choice.

“The local brewery will offer some specialty beers to excite the palate and some easy-drinking beers on tap to soothe and savour. “The Glenrowan Community and Craft Market will be held in the township on Monday June 10 at Lions Park with a diversity of stalls to accommodate all interests,” said Ms Booth. “The winemakers are very proud of their historical region and the signature wines that they meticulously craft. “Each winery will offer an assortment of cellar door entertainment for the whole family including some great live acts on the weekend program.” The Glenrowan tasting glass costs $10 and is required for tastings during the three-day festival at each of the participating wineries. Visitors can start and ﬁnish the wine trail at their winery of choice. One lucky weekend visitor will win a mixed dozen of premium Glenrowan wines delivered free to their door. No BYO alcohol or food and no coaches this weekend. Mini buses are welcome with prebooking a good idea. Participating wineries and brewery: Baileys of Glenrowan, Booths Taminick Cellars, Morrisons of Glenrowan and Black Dog Brewery. For more information see www. visitglenrowan.com.au.

FUN: There is plenty to enjoy during Trails, Tastings and Tales.

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Indulge in heartwarming fortifieds and full flavoured red wines IF you love a winery with history, then John Gehrig Wines is for you. John, a fourth generation winemaker, established the vineyard and winery on the banks of the King River, Oxley in 1976; nestled in the Milawa Gourmet Region. John’s son Ross has taken on the challenge of guiding the next winemaking generation of Gehrigs to craft ﬁne wines. Ross has an obsession with producing the best grapes to produce wines of distinction that will pay homage to this iconic North East Victorian winery. In 2011, the allure of returning back into John’s original birthplace – Rutherglen - was too strong, thus Ross, with wife Meghan, have expanded to a new vineyard and

cellar door site in Gooramadda (east Rutherglen). With the frosts of winter creeping over the vineyard, their attention in the vineyard turns to

pruning, and in the winery they are busy bottling the wines they have created from the 2019 harvest. “Harvest went well, yes yields were slightly down due to the hot

BIG RANGE: Some of the range of wines at John Gehrig Wines.

spring and summer in 2018, but on the other hand the flavours were the winner,” Meghan said. If you are planning a trip to either cellar door this season, it is a great time to try some heartwarming fortified wines and full flavoured red wines. A new release for the range is their straight reserve RG 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon which will match your favourite winter hearty casserole. So if you enjoy a wide range of diverse wines -why not come and see John Gehrig Wines this season when you are out enjoying North East Victoria at Rutherglen or Oxley. So for more information on the winery, please see the website at www.johngehrigwines.com.au.

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ALBURY/WODONGA

World class beauty destination in heart of Albury

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BIG CITY FEEL: The Beauty Mark offers a range of cosmetic products and services comparable to what can be found in metropolitan beauty businesses. TBM employs a range of makeup artists and beauty specialists who are qualiﬁed, experienced and most importantly, passionate about beauty - and customer service. A range of beauty services are delivered at TBM, including debutante/

graduation/formal makeup, skin treatments, special occasion and fancy dress makeup, faux lash application and hairstyling. The TBM team also deliver regular workshops and courses for novices and professionals alike.

Customers are able to “host their own” makeup classes in a private space and also gain VIP access to shop TBM and indulge their every whim. The TBM Studio space sets the scene for editorial-style photo shoot sessions. TBM is conveniently located in Myer Centrepoint, which is also home to a range of specialty fashion, food and lifestyle stores, making it easy for customers to take care of any other shopping needs while they are in the centre. Myer Centrepoint is open seven days, with undercover parking available, and is located on David Street in the heart of the Albury CBD. More information can be found at myercentrepoint.com.au or on Myer Centrepoint’s social media accounts.

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BEECHWORTH

Exquisite items to warm up your winter

COSY: Find some high quality winter woollens at The Ardent Alpaca in Beechworth.

AS winter approaches and the temperature drops, what better time to visit The Ardent Alpaca store situated in a quiet street in beautiful, historic Beechworth, North East Victoria. Inside this delightful character building, you will ﬁnd an extensive diverse and rich range of soft, light, quality alpaca garments and accessories, throw rugs and knitting yarns. Immerse yourself in its myriad of vibrant colours and soft textures. Designs from Australian Alpaca Connection and the Peruvian KUNA label include accessories, knitwear, ponchos, coats and jackets. Exquisitely hand-painted ﬁne alpaca/silk shawls offer the softest drape with a lightness that belies the warmth they offer. Silky and warm Suri alpaca wraps are woven in a range of plain and patterns for chilly evenings and blustery days. Fur collared capes and coats for warmth

and style, fur scuffs for foot luxury and fur bears and alpaca toys delight all ages. Knitwear and coats offer warmth without bulk or weight. Reversible coats and longer cardigans offer style, comfort and colour. Brushed alpaca throw rugs range from soft pastels to bold colours and neutrals to gently blend in with any home. The Yarn Room cubbyholes brim with beautiful plain or variegated colours for knitting and crocheting ranging from 2 to 14 ply, supported by samples and patterns in kits. Hand-knitted made in Australia beanies, baby items and felted hats add unique pieces to the range. Be sure to visit and enjoy a warm welcome and wonderful alpaca experience in this beautiful alpaca concept store. The Ardent Alpaca is open daily from 10.15am–5pm.

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Discovering solace in the beauty of every day THIS year’s Kerferd Oration will be delivered by writer, director, performer – and dedicated walker - Ailsa Piper. Ailsa has navigated solitary trails in Australia, Spain and France, sometimes walking alone for weeks at a time. When she’s not on the roads, Ailsa is writing - plays, books, newspaper articles, poetry and letters. Ailsa uses every medium she can to celebrate creativity, walking, landscapes, connection and friendship. “We have the capacity as communities and as individuals to create sanctuaries where beauty can light the darkness of our despair,” says Ailsa. “I’d like to explore some of those possibilities in Beechworth.” As well as being a published author, Ailsa has judged the NSW and Victorian Premier’s Literary Awards seven times. She is an accomplished moderator of conversations and panels, and writes journalism and opinion pieces for newspapers and magazines. The annual Oration is a free community event sponsored by Indigo Shire Council, La Trobe University, WAW Credit Union and Quercus Beechworth. The 2019 Kerferd Oration will be held on Sunday 28 July, 11am at The George Kerferd Hotel, Mayday Hills, Beechworth. A free community lunch will be followed by a facilitated discussion for those who wish to continue the conversation. Priority entry tickets are available at: www.2019oration.eventbrite.com.au. For further information www.facebook.com/kerferdoration or www. kerferdoration.org.

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DINNER PLAIN VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE 572 Big Muster Drive p. 1300 734 365 e. info@dinnerplain.com w. www.visitdinnerplain.com

GREATER SHEPPARTON VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE 33 Nixon Street p. (03) 5832 9330 e. info@visitshepparton.com.au w. www.greatershepparton.com.au

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RUTHERGLEN VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE 57 Main Street p. 1800 622 871 e. info@explorerutherglen.com.au w. www.explorerutherglen.com.au

WODONGA VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE 69-73 Hovell Street p. 1300 796 222 e. tourism@wodonga.vic.gov.au w. www.visitalburywodonga.com

COROWA COROWA VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE 100 Edward Street p. 1800 814 054 (02) 6033 3221 e. tourism@federationcouncil.nsw.gov.au w. www.visitcorowaregion.com.au

EUROA EUROA HUB 50 Binney Street p. (03) 5795 1199 e. euroahub@gmail.com w. www.euroa.org.au

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SEYMOUR VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE 47 Emily Street p. (03) 5799 0233 e. visitorinfo@mitchellshire.vic.gov.au w. www.visitseymour.com.au

YARRAWONGA-MULWALA TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRE 1 Irvine Parade p. 1800 062 260 (03) 5744 1989 e. tourism@yarrawongamulwala.com.au w. www.yarrawongamulwala.com.au

CORRYONG VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE 50 Hanson Street p. (02) 6076 2277 f. (02) 6076 2152 e. vic@towong.vic.gov.au w. www.visituppermurray.com.au

GLENROWAN TOURIST CENTRE Vintage Hall, 54 Gladstone Street p. 0409 780 222 e. vintagehallcafe@gmail.com.au w. vintagehallcafe.com.au

MOUNT BEAUTY VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE 31 Bogong High Plains Road p. (03) 5755 0596 1800 111 885 e. mtbeautyvic@alpineshire.vic.gov.au w. www.visitmountbeauty.com.au

OMEO VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE 188/180 Day Ave p. (03) 5159 1455 w. www.omeoregion.com.au

WANGARATTA VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE 100 Murphy Street p. 1800 801 065 e. tourism@wangaratta.vic.gov.au w. www.visitwangaratta.com.au

YEA VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE 2 Hood Street p. (03) 5797 2663 w. www.visityea.com.au

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AUSTRALIA BOUND: US artists Tessa Dillon and the Bigpossum String Band are among the musicians at this year’s Kelly Country Pick.

Kelly Country Pick to excite music lovers

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THOSE who love bluegrass and old time country music ﬂock to Beechworth each year to enjoy the sights and sounds of the Kelly Country Pick, and this year is no exception. Now in its 21st year, the Kelly Country Pick will take place from August 16-18, with a related three day music camp taking place on August 13-15 to teach interested people skills relating to various bluegrass and old time music instruments. The Kelly Country Pick will feature Tessa Dillon and the Bigpossum String Band, all hailing from West Virginia in the US, as one of the featured bands, and some of the band members will also be tutoring at the camp. Other musicians who will be attending the Kelly Country Pick weekend include Meridian, The Narrownecks, Mysterious Mose, Blue Safari, Nine Mile Creek, Dr Coocachoo, The Undertones, Kissin’ Cousins, Johnny Can’t Dance, and many more. The convention is based at Beechworth’s historic Old Priory, with all workshops and afternoon concerts held there, and evening concerts taking place at local hotels. The Kelly Country Pick is a non proﬁt event. For further information on the festival, including how to get tickets, see www.kellycountrypick.org.

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BRIGHT & DISTRICT

Thrilling racing on the snow

THE 29th Kangaroo Hoppet will be held on Saturday, August 24 at Falls Creek. The Hoppet, as it is affectionally known, is an international cross country ski marathon (42km) and is part of the prestigious Worldloppet series of popular cross country ski races. The Worldloppet series consists of the premier race of each major

skiing country, 20 countries in all, and the aim is to foster participation, enjoyment and friendship. The Kangaroo Hoppet has two shorter distances, 21km and 7km, for those not quite up to the longer event. All three events start and ďŹ nish in the Nordic Bowl at Falls Creek, with the various courses winding

out onto the beautiful Bogong High Plains where the views are amazing and the scenery is spectacular. Organisers expect over 1000 skiers in this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s event, with approximately 10-15 per cent from overseas. AGL is the major sponsor and the organisers partner with the Falls Creek Alpine Resort to make

this event the biggest international skiing event in the southern hemisphere. From Olympians to young children, the Hoppet caters for all levels of ability, and is great as a spectator event as well. For more information visit www. hoppet.com.au or email info@hoppet.com.au.

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COLD ACTION: People come from all over the world to compete in the Kangaroo Hoppet. PHOTO: Top Shots Photography, Falls Creek.

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BRIGHT & DISTRICT

Embrace the darkness at Bright Brewery

BRIGHT Brewery is thrilled to announce that Darker Days 2019 will set Bright alight on Saturday, June 29. Darker Days is a festive celebration of dark beer and the Alpine winter, providing a warming, welcome respite from the mid-winter chill. The event will kick off at midday on the block next to Bright Brewery, with live music and entertainment throughout the day and evening, culminating in the lighting of a ceremonial bonﬁre after dark. With kids’ entertainment including stories and music under the Children’s Tipi, face-painting, wooden toys, and ghost tours, Darker Days is a proudly family-friendly event. As is tradition, Bright Brewery’s acclaimed Stubborn Russian Imperial Stout will be launched at Darker

Days, making festival-goers the ﬁrst in the country to get their hands on this cult classic. Bright Brewery Head Brewer Reid Stratton said Stubborn Russian had an incredibly loyal following and beer-lovers should be excited for the 2019 vintage. “We’re doing things a little bit differently this year and the stout will be steeped in oak after fermentation to give it a lusciously roasted ﬁnish,” Stratton said. The 2017, 2018 and 2019 vintages of Stubborn Russian will be pouring from Bright Brewery’s taps during Darker Days, giving visitors the chance to “collect” all three beers. Bright Brewery marketing officer Laura Gray said interest in Darker Days had already started to build and the brewery was planning for

WINTER FUN: Darker Days features an array of events to delight and amuse. 2019 to be the biggest and best event yet. “We’re thrilled that people love this event so much and we’re working very hard to ensure 2019 is better than ever.” Entry to Darker Days will be via

donation to the Bright CFA and beerdrinkers will be able to buy a collectible, limited-edition Darker Days tasting glass from which to enjoy beers from High Country brewers. For more information, visit www. brightbrewery.com.au/darkerdays.

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BRIGHT & DISTRICT

Many updates at Falls Creek

THERE are a few updates coming to Falls Creek this season, particularly in their ski-in, ski-out alpine village. In terms of food and beverage there is an exciting new bar opening at local hotspot Elk at Falls. Already renowned for Barry Iddles’ fare at Elk Restaurant, Elk has converted one of its apartments to open as a mysterious after dark bar hidden behind a luxe emerald curtain. The owners describe it as “An après and late-night New York-style, 50 seat lounge and bar. “Designed by the coolest and most talented, Coy Yiontis Architects, Apartment 3 boasts luxurious ﬁnishes, sensory lighting and curated playlists to keep you grooving into the night.” The Man Hotel is also under new ownership and visitors can expect this village favourite to turn the clock back with more live music slated to join refurbishments to the bar. Out and about, a new addition

CONVENIENT: Thanks to Falls Creek’s major sponsorship deal with BMW, a number of priority parking spots will be made available to BMW drivers in winter 2019. PHOTO: Matt Hull has been made to the village’s series of public artwork pieces. Joining the Throne of Skis at Windy Corner and Big Fella tank artwork is a custom art piece in the Slalom Plaza waterfall – a larger than life wren constructed from recycled skis collected by the resort. Falls Creek has implemented a ski reuse program, turning discarded skis and snowboards into eye-catching

artworks throughout the alpine village. Two new “ski fences” have been constructed during the summer months, repurposing over 400 skis that would otherwise have been designated for landﬁll. Skis have been sourced from rental outlets at Falls Creek, and also the Alpine Shire region as part of this project.

Serving Resort Management’s dedication to sustainability, the ski fences have been constructed by resort staff in areas including a popular thoroughfare to Falls Creek Road, expected to become a point of interest this winter. Falls Creek Resort Management’s asset manager, Rachael Gadd, says the organisation’s Environmental Management Plan includes a recognised goal of 50 per cent landﬁll diversion by the year 2020, a goal that looks well in reach with current rates at 46 per cent. Finally, BMW drivers will beneﬁt from the resort’s major sponsorship deal with a number of priority parking spots made available to BMW drivers in winter 2019. BMW VIP Parks will be located alongside QT Falls Creek and Ropers Apartments and will allow BMW drivers to park overnight without using the long term parking zones. To keep up to date with information, see fallscreek.com.au.

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COBRAM/BAROOGA

Cobram Barooga a delicious destination

COBRAM Barooga sits in a delicious spot; right in the middle of Victoria’s food bowl in Northern Victoria. It’s the perfect base to take a tour of the even more tasty Murray Farm Gate Trail. Choose from superb accommodation options on both sides of the Murray River or camp along the river among the River Red Gums in Cobram Regional Park. Pick up a Murray Farm Gate Trail brochure from the Visitor Information Centre and set out on one of the several self-guided itineraries and taste the delights of the region. The trail is made up of food and wine producers from across the region who sell their products direct from their farms. Some of the highlights near Cobram include The Big Strawberry,

RELAXING: Thompson’s Beach is one of Australia’s largest inland beaches. Byramine Homestead and Cactus Country. Cobram Barooga is well regarded for its many sandy inland beaches. One of Australia’s largest inland beaches, Thompson’s beach, is

within easy reach of the town centre and is a great place for a picnic in the sunshine. There’s plenty of parking, free barbecues and picnic tables. It’s also a likely place to see

koalas in their natural habitat. Within walking distance there is also a wonderful chance to unwind at Quinn Island Wetlands Sanctuary. Or you may wish to explore the well-formed trail winding its way through River Red Gum and Silver Wattle Forest. For golfers, a round at Cobram Barooga Golf Club with its tree lined fairways and small greens is a fun way to spend the day and a great way to earn your dinner. Don’t be surprised if there’s a kangaroo or two on the course. For more information on accommodation, attractions and things to do and see in Cobram Barooga visit www.cobrambarooga.org. au or contact the Cobram Barooga Visitor Information Centre on (03) 5872 2132.

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COROWA/RUTHERGLEN

Long running wine festival to showcase Rutherglen’s best

BILLED as Victoria’s longestrunning wine festival, Winery Walkabout will return on June 8 and 9 to showcase the best of North East Victoria’s celebrated wine and produce. For more than 40 years, the annual walkabout feast has attracted wine lovers to the Rutherglen region over the Queen’s Birthday long weekend. The 2019 event will feature 17 Rutherglen wineries with something to taste, sip and savour behind every cellar door. Over two days, food and wine enthusiasts will have the chance to discover some of the region’s stand-out wines, including Rutherglen Muscat and Rutherglen Durif. Wine lovers with a thirst for

knowledge will be delighted by the wide variety of learning opportunities including back-vintage tastings, behind-the-scenes winery tours and varietal masterclass experiences. Many wineries also set-up markets, food vans, buffet breakfasts, special dinners and other VIP experiences. Winery Walkabout is the best way to get to know Rutherglen and enjoy the atmosphere with your family and friends. A general admission ticket to Winery Walkabout gets you access to wine tastings, live music, entertainment, tours and much more; making it an epic, jam-packed, fun-ﬁlled long weekend. For more information, see www. winerywalkabout.com.au.

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GLENROWAN

Explore Glenrowan SITUATED between Wangaratta and Benalla, Glenrowan is famous for its links to a certain well-known bushranger, but there is so much more to this little hamlet than what happened in 1880. Today, Glenrowan is a town that not only embraces its history, but looks to the future with ďŹ ne regional wines and delicious local produce on offer as well as warm hospitality, tourist attractions and stunning bushland and natural landscapes. The Glenrowan wine region has a long and rich winemaking history, as 130 years of winemaking has established the regionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s reputation for full-bodied reds, fragrant whites and fortiďŹ eds, and the regionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cellar doors are cosy and welcoming to wine lovers. The cellar doors are intimate and welcoming, many offering casual fare on weekends featuring local produce and delicacies.

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New and exciting at Buller in 2019

THERE will be so much that is new to see when you visit Mt Buller during the snow season in 2019. Among the highlights this winter is their new $6m chairlift, which will whisk you up Bourke Street in just over two minutes. Their new Park and Ride service will help save motorists the worry of driving in the snow during peak season in July and August and can be booked online. Mt Buller is celebrating 70 years of lifted skiing this winter, so be on the lookout for fun celebrations of this milestone. A new mini SnowFactory is set to top up the cover in the snowplay parks and at the Ski and Snowboard School, The Village Snowplay Park has been regraded to create three new runs of varying lengths and fun for all ages. The new platter lift has replaced the old Canyon Rope Tow this winter, making the ride from Chamois to Standard so much smoother. Chamois Run now also features brilliant stadium quality lighting to enable thrilling night-time expression sessions and Olympic training day and night.

POPULAR DESTINATION: Mt Buller is celebrating 70 years of lifted skiing this winter. PHOTO: Andrew Railton. Buller Sports Central has had a makeover with new high-tech lockers and a state-of-the-art ski tuning machine. Mt Buller will also double its snowmaking water capacity, with the construction of a 100 megalitre dam planned for October this year. To ﬁnd out more about what is going on at Mt Buller, see mtbuller. com.au.

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MANSFIELD/MT BULLER

LIT UP: The Mansﬁeld Lantern Festival is a highlight on the local winter calendar.

Let there be light at Mansfield Lantern Festival CELEBRATING its fifth festival year, the Mansfield Lantern Festival is set to be the perfect way to mark the Winter solstice on Saturday, June 22. A combination of lanterns, warming fires, music, food, wine and entertainment, the grand parade sets off at 5.30pm. Led by the Mansfield drum group, the parade is open to anyone carrying a lantern - the perfect opportunity to take part in this community focused event. Event organiser Alli Walker of Walker Events is very excited about this year’s festival. “Our partnership with Mansfield Shire Council means that the festival has continued to grow in its short history. “It’s a fantastic free night for all the family to enjoy, a way to celebrate the winter solstice.” Located in the Erril Street precinct (just off High Street), the festival runs from 5-9pm. All are welcome. Details can be found on mansfieldlanternfestival.com.au.

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MANSFIELD / MT BULLER

The smoke has settled in Mansfield

AS you walk through the buzzing centre of Mansfield you can smell the charcoal, smoke and excitement in the air. Chef/owners Andre Daoust and Lisa Crawford have settled into the kitchen of the old Commercial Hotel in the heart of town to bring diners “Campfire Bistro”. Fusing together American smokehouse barbecue flavours with classic pub fare and featuring Australian craft beers, the High country’s newest food offering is delivering bold smoky flavours from their newly renovated bistro. With a family friendly atmosphere and great service, this local eatery is quickly developing into a

must stop for day trippers looking for a bite on their way home from the snow. Whether it be a quick lunch, dinner out or just a few drinks with some nibbles the Campfire Bistro has got you covered. Also boasting al fresco dining on their heated outdoor deck and live music on the weekends, Mansfield’s newest venue delivers high quality food made from scratch while using as many local suppliers as possible. Complemented by the old front bar and friendly flannel clad staff, Campfire Bistro extends to you an invitation to come and enjoy yourself with the whole family.

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MANSFIELD/MT BULLER

Decades of experience in mountain accommodation

AMS Mt Buller are the longest running Apartment Management Service on Mt Buller, established in 1998. Since 2011 the Stoneman family have been providing visitors with an extensive range of quality managed apartment accommodation. From cosy, self-contained budget apartments to the ultimate in luxury mountain chalet accommodation, AMS Mt Buller are proud to offer a vast range of quality, well-positioned accommodation complete with all linen and towels supplied for your comfort so all you have to do is come in and relax. AMS has a reputation for excellence, delivering thorough, professional and friendly services for all guests. They manage 170 apartments and houses, 50 of which are available

for short term rent for your winter holiday. With secure guest check in/ check out, 24 hour key collection and after hours emergency service and support, AMS offer the complete service to make your stay on Mt Buller a truly memorable experience. Their main office is located in Mansﬁeld and during the winter season they operate 24/7 on Mt Buller. They offer both online bookings and welcome any enquiries or bookings over the phone with their friendly staff. If you cannot ﬁnd the dates you require online, please feel free to contact them today and let AMS Mt Buller organise your snow adventure for you.

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MILAWA & DISTRICT

Olive shop offers complete shopping experience WITH its enticing displays including a room full of items designed to appeal to the discerning female shopper, The Olive Shop in Milawa continues to be a diverse shopping experience that is a feast for the senses. The range of female friendly items in the display, dubbed the “secret women’s business” room, includes super soft quality clothing, jewellery and ceramics, plus an array of giftware carefully and thoughtfully sourced by shop proprietor Anna-Maria. There are scarves and other accessories designed to suit a range of tastes and budgets, and shoppers are invited to check out the warm and chic

new season winter clothing. The Olive Shop has been a popular destination on the Snow Road in Milawa for over 15 years. The shop continues to offer a range of extra virgin olive oils, table olives and olive related products, locally sourced gourmet food, and one of a kind gift items to entice visiting and local shoppers alike. Shoppers can also purchase seasonal produce to help liven up their cooking. The Olive Shop is open seven days a week from 10am, and more information is available by calling (03) 5727 3887.

QUALITY ITEMS: The Olive Shop in Milawa offers a complete shopping experience.

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MILAWA & DISTRICT

EXPLORE: The Milawa Gourmet Association has created a new “discovery card” to help encourage wider tourism in the region.

Make the most of your visit to the region

MILAWA Gourmet Region was conceived in 1994 and is centred around the townships of Milawa, Oxley, Tarrawingee, Markwood and Whorouly. The region is home to numerous food and beverage producers from wine, gin and mead, and much more. If you are looking for accommodation, there are many options, from hotels, caravan park, and B&Bs to unique stays like a yurt. So to make your discovery journey of this abundant region more rewarding, the Milawa Gourmet

Region Association has created the “yellow” discovery card, so once you visit and make a purchase from any ﬁve of their 36 members, you receive a stamp and go into the seasonal draw to win an accommodation and goods hamper package. You are invited to come meet the producers, growers and crafters of the region on a culinary adventure waiting just for you. Find out more about the region on the website at milawagourmet. com.au, and don’t forget to hashtag your social media posts with #milawagourmetregion.

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MILAWA & DISTRICT

King Valley proves fertile ground for artists THE King Valley has certainly crept up the “go to” places on everyone’s get away lists. And the great combination of art and wine has set the King Valley on this path of success for over 20 years. As with winemakers, the King Valley has proven to be a fertile ground for artists. The 2018 King Valley Art Show

boasts the following amazing accomplishment: 40 per cent of participating artists either sold a work or won a prize. There were 72 works sold and $16,750 won in prizemoney. In 2019, prizemoney has reached $17,250, including a grand prize of $3000 sponsored by Dal Zotto Wines and this is sure to attract about 400 entries by some 150 artists.

Patronage over the three day event reaches approximately 1100 people including 200 at the Friday night Gala Opening (bookings essential). Visitors can expect to see another spectacular display in 2019 featuring a wide variety of styles, subject matter and mediums, from landscapes, portraits and still life, to watercolours, prints and from

impressionist to abstract works, with most available to purchase at affordable prices. The King Valley Art Show will be held from June 8 to June 10 at King River Brewing, opening to the public from 10am until 5pm from Saturday until Monday with entry $3 for adults. More information is available at www.kingvalleyartshow.com.au.

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STRATHBOGIE RANGES

GOLDEN HOUR: The beautiful view from the new Visitor Information Centre in Nagambie.

New home for Nagambie Visitor Information Centre IT was with great anticipation that Strathbogie Shire Council opened the doors of its new Visitor Information Centre in Nagambie recently. The timing of the opening was impeccable, with the centre all geared up for the Easter period and the hugely successful GoFish Nagambie tournament over the Anzac Day weekend, which brought over 650 people through the doors of the centre. The newly built facility is the result of a partnership between council and Nagambie Development Enterprises, who has also constructed the Nagambie Brewery and Distillery which opened in February and is attracting visitors from far and wide. The modern, open layout of the information centre more effectively incorporates Council Customer Service and Visitor Information Services and is situated in prime position at the end of Jacobson’s Outlook, overlooking the stunning lake and iconic Black Caviar statue. Strathbogie Shire mayor and Nagambie Lakes ward councillor Amanda McClaren said it is great to have the new facility to service the volumes of visitors coming to Nagambie and surrounds. “We’re not surprised we’re seeing more and more people choosing Nagambie as a holiday destination,” Cr McClaren said. “You’ve got the peace and tranquillity of country life, beautiful wineries and of course the gorgeous Lake Nagambie, and only 90 minutes from Melbourne.” The Visitor Information Centre also provides Council Customer Service to residents and ratepayers, such as lodging a request, paying rates or registering animals. The new Visitor Information Centre is located at 293 High Street, Nagambie. Opening Hours 10am – 4pm, seven days a week (for tourist information) 10am - 4pm, Monday- Friday (for Council Customer Service)

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WANGARATTA

Two decades of terrific textiles

THIS year, the 2019 Stitched Up Textile Festival will celebrate 20 years since the ﬁrst festival in 1999. It will be held in and around Wangaratta from July 6–14. The theme for this year’s festival is “Stitching Through Time”. It will be host to a tremendous variety of exhibitions, demonstra-

tions, markets and more to cater for textile enthusiasts of all ages. Highlights will include: - The popular textile enthusiasts’ exhibition – A Sense of Place – Yesterday and Today where 35 textile artists have created textile works reﬂecting on their sense of place over the years. These works

will be exhibited throughout the month of July at the Bainz Gallery, Wangaratta Library. - The Makers Market to be held in the memorial Town Hall at Wangaratta Performing Arts Centre on Sunday, July 14. This is a curated market featuring highquality work by textile artists and craftspeople. - The very successful Wangaratta Contemporary Textile Arts Award will be running this year at The Wangaratta Art Gallery. This is a $10,000 acquisitive award attracting top textile artists from across Australia. - Stitchy Central, at Gallery2

Wangaratta Art Gallery, is the best place to start your Stitched Up journey. It has all the information, maps and friendly advice you need to explore the wonderful variety of exhibitions, workshops and retailers. A community exhibition will be on display where craft and textile makers have responded to the theme “Stitching Through Time – A Celebration of 20 Years” in textile mediums, such as knitting, weaving, embroidery, appliqué and patchwork. For more information, see www. ƐƟ ƚĐŚĞĚƵƉĨĞƐƟ ǀĂů͘ĐŽŵ, email ŝŶĨŽΛƐƟ ƚĐŚĞĚƵƉĨĞƐƟ ǀĂů͘ĐŽŵ or phone 0407 219 564.

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WANGARATTA

Winter escape

EVEN when the weather is cold, there is plenty to do in Wangaratta during winter for visitors from all ages. Escape the harsher weather by checking out the wide range of shopping destinations in town,

from department stores to small boutiques, or enjoy some indoor entertainment suitable for the whole family. Wangaratta’s wide range of dining options, including many warm and cosy cafes and restaurants, are an ideal spot to take a break from the road, or warm up on a wintry day. If the weather is more welcoming, check out Wangaratta’s diverse range of parks and gardens, many of them with fun playgrounds for the little ones. You can even settle in at some local accommodation and explore the wineries, distilleries, breweries and gourmet food and produce that can be found within just a short drive. To ﬁnd out more about Wangaratta and surrounds and its attractions, drop into the Wangaratta Visitor Information Centre in Murphy Street.

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EDUCATIONAL AND INTERACTIVE: Y Water Discovery Centre offers educational fun for all ages.

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THE Y Water Discovery Centre @Yea Wetlands is a multi-purpose facility incorporating an accredited Visitor Information Centre and interactive environmental interpretive displays to inform visitors about the importance of water resource management and local wetland ecology. Open seven days a week, the centre is staffed by a team of 40 local volunteers who share their skills, passion and knowledge of Yea and the Murrindindi region to the many visitors passing through each week. The centre also incorporates a gift shop stocking a wide range of products for sale including books, maps, games and toys, jewellery, skincare, local produce and clothing. Many of the items are hand-crafted by local artisans and producers who offer a unique and very special range of products. Outside the centre is the impressive indigenous garden Badji Baanang (pronounced ba-dji baanang) meaning ‘Oasis” in Taungurung language. The plants found in the garden are representative of plants found across Taungurung country and the garden also incorporates information about indigenous plants and the species that depend on these plants for survival, including local birds and butterﬂies. Local volunteer guides lead these tours, which include a delicious Devonshire tea featuring locally grown and made produce. The Y Water Discovery Centre will play host to a number of events and activities over the year, so keep an eye on the Facebook page, visit www. ywatercentre.com.au or call (03) 5797 2663 for further information.

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