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BEST WESTERN Heritage Motor Inn
Stay at the shores of the Murray River and Rutherglen wine district - perfect for weddings and events. Free WiFi, free Foxtel and golf package available with local golf club. 25 Edward Street, Corowa NSW. P: 02 6033 1800 | bestwestern.com.au/corowaheritage
BEST WESTERN Stagecoach Motel
Refurbished motel in central Wodonga. Free WiFi, LCD TV, DVD, free Foxtel. Close by to sporting facilities, LaTrobe University and taverns. 188 Melbourne Road, Wodonga VIC. P: 02 6024 3044 | bestwestern.com.au/stagecoachmotel
BEST WESTERN Meramie Motor Inn
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WELCOME
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WELCOME TO THE AUTUMN EDITION OF NORTH EAST TOURIST NEWS 2014 Table of Contents
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HERE are few better places to enjoy autumn than right here in the North East. Whether it’s meandering along the leafy streets of beautiful Bright, or soaking up the mild and crisp autumn weather at a winery, cafÊ or even a leafy public park, this season is a great time to appreciate all that this region offers. The autumn months are also a time when the region is showcased with a diverse selection of festivals, highlighting everything from music to food, wine and produce. Some of the dazzling array of local festivals include Beechworth’s Golden Horseshoes festival, the Bright Autumn Festival, the High Country Harvest, the Mt Beauty Music Festival, and Tastes of Rutherglen. The region’s beautiful lakes, rivers, fabulous mountain walks and premier cycle rail trails also come into their own at this time of year. It’s always a good idea to drop into your local visitor information centre for helpful advice on
upcoming events and other opportunities to maximise your stay.
COVER IMAGE: Lovers of the quality food, wine, produce and beer produced in the North East can indulge their tastebuds at High Country Harvest from May 16-25. PHOTO: Tourism Victoria, photographer Robyn Lea
Jeff Zeuschner Group Editor
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Wine Countries
9 - 14
Albury/Wodonga
15 - 16
Beechworth
17 - 20
Benalla
21
Bright & District
22 - 25
MAP
26 - 27
Chiltern
28
Cobram/Barooga
29
Corowa
30
Glenrowan
31 - 32
MansďŹ eld & District
33 - 35
Marysville & District
36
Milawa Gourmet Region
37 - 40
Myrtleford
41
Strathbogie
42
Wangaratta
43 - 47
Yackandandah
48 - 49
Accommodation Guide
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS
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WHAT
WHERE
CONTACT
MONTHLY MARKETS - MARCH - MAY 2014 1-Mar-14
Every Sat.
MansďŹ eld Produce Swap
Snowgum Nursery, 120 High St., MansďŹ eld www.mansďŹ eldonline.co.au
1-Mar-14
Every Sat.
Mrytleford Community Produce Market
Clyde Street, Myrtleford
0419 872 326
1-Mar-14
Every 1st Sat.
Mount Beauty Community Market
Hollonds St. & Kiewa Cres., Mount Beauty
03 5754 4097
1-Mar-14
Every 1st Sat.
Beechworth Farmers Market
30 Ford Street, Beechworth
0408 859 282
1-Mar-14
Every 1st Sat.
Tatong Village Market
Tatong Tavern Hotel Grounds, Tatong
03 5767 2192
2-Mar-14
Every Sun.
Albury Wodonga Community Market
Wilson St. Carpark, Wilson St., Albury
02 6056 5443
2-Mar-14
Every Sun.
Avian Park Raceway Market
Newman Street, Wangaratta
0427 215 258
2-Mar-14
Every 1st Sun.
Corowa Federation Craft Market
Bangerang Park, Corowa
02 6024 5662
8-Mar-14
Every 2nd Sat.
All Comer's Market
St. John's Anglican Church, Beechworth Rd., Wodonga
02 6024 6014
8-Mar-14
Every 2nd Sat.
Violet Town Community Market
Recreation Reserve, Tulip Street, Violet Town
0416 233 584
8-Mar-14
Every 2nd Sat.
Myrtleford Historical Society Flea Market
Old School Museum Ground, Elgin St., Myrtleford 03 5752 1963
8-Mar-14
Every 2nd Sat.
Alexandra Market at the Timber Tramway
Timber Tramway, Station St., Alexandra
0427 509 988
9-Mar-14
Every 2nd Sun.
Rutherglen Farmers Market
Lions Park, Douglas St., Rutherglen
02 6033 6306
9-Mar-14
Every 2nd Sun.
Benalla Lions Club Carboot Sale
Fawckner Drive Carpark, Benalla
03 5762 3043
9-Mar-14
Every 2nd Sun.
Avenel Market
Jubilee Park, Queen St., Avenel
15-Mar-14 Every 3rd Sat.
Bright Market - Make it, Bake it, Grow it
Howitt Park, Bright
15-Mar-14 Every 3rd Sat.
Moyhu Farmers Market
Cnr Meadow Creek & Wangaratta WhitďŹ eld Rd., Moyhu
15-Mar-14 Every 3rd Sat.
Euroa Villiage Farmers Market
Rotary Park, Kirkland Ave., Euroa
0407 860 320
16-Mar-14 Every 3rd Sun.
The Little Me Market
The Cube, 118 Hovell St., Wodonga
0421 082 388
16-Mar-14 Every 3rd Sun.
Yackandandah Market
Welsford St., Yackandandah
0418 122 921
16-Mar-14 Every 3rd Sun.
Yarrawonga Mulwala Rotary Market
Showgrounds, Gilmore St., Yarrawonga
0409 351 892
22-Mar-14 Every 4th Sat.
Hume Murray Farmers Market
Gateway Village, Lincoln Causeway , Wodonga
02 6058 2996
22-Mar-14 Every 4th Sat.
Benalla Craft & Farmers Market
Lake Benalla Foreshore, Benalla
03 5760 2600
22-Mar-14 Every 4th Sat.
Riverside Plaza Community Market
Riverside Plaza, 9025 Goulburn Valley Hwy., Kialla
22-Mar-14 Every 4th Sat.
MansďŹ eld Farmers Market
High St., MansďŹ eld
23-Mar-14 Every 4th Sun.
Yarrawonga Farmers Market
Yarrawonga Foreshore, Yarrawonga
0409 441 989
23-Mar-14
Every 4th Sun.
Howlong Community Market
Howlong Golf Club, Howlong
02 6026 5305
29-Mar-14
Every last Sat.
Cobram Lions Club Log Cabin Market
Log Cabin, Federation Park, Cobram
03 5748 5119
03 5796 2481 www.brightchamber.com.au 03 5725 9229
03 5822 880 0417 319 879
COMMUNITY EVENTS - MARCH 2014 1-Mar-14
Albury Wodonga Annual Dragon Boat Regatta Gateway Lake, Lemke Rd. off Lincoln Causeway, Wodonga
0408 692 935
1-Mar-14
St. Leonards Vineyard Music on the Murray
201 St. Leonards Rd., Wahgunyah
1800 021 621 02 6024 7021
1-Mar-14
2-Mar-14
Annual Vintage Tractor Pull & Autumn Fun Weekend
Vintage Tractor & Machinery Grounds, Redlands Rd., Corowa
1-Mar-14
2-Mar-14
Bright Rockabilly, Ink & Oil Festival
Bright Community Centre, Bourke St., Bright www.highcountryevents.com.au
1-Mar-14
2-Mar-14
2-Mar-14
Corowa RSL Club Jazz Festival
Corowa RSL, 30 Betterment Place, Corowa
02 6030 5000
Winsec Wangaratta Cup
Wangaratta Turf Club, Racecourse Rd., Wangaratta
03 5722 1242
6-Mar-14
10-Mar-14
The Myrtleford Festival
Myrtleford CBD
03 5751 1352
7-Mar-14
16-Mar-14
Rutherglen & Districts Artists Exhibition
Rutherglen Memorial Hall, Rutherglen
0408 205 200
8-Mar-14
Merrijig Rodeo
McCormack's Park, Merrijig
9-Mar-14
Myrtleford Cotters Market
Jubilee Park, Myrtleford
0438 420 806
09-Mar-14
Music in the Vines
Gapsted Wines, Great Alpine Rd., Gapsted
03 5751 1383
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COMMUNITY EVENTS - MARCH 2014 14-Mar-14 16-Mar-14
Bonnie Doon Music & Busker Festival
Bonnie Doon
15-Mar-14
El Dorado’s Progressive Dining Feast
El Dorado & Surrounds
www.bonniedoonmusicfestival.com 0408 244 531
15-Mar-14 16-Mar-14
Yarrawonga Flower Show
Gilmore Street, Showgrounds, Yarrawonga
03 5743 3881
16-Mar-14
Dederang Monster Market Fundraiser
21-Mar-14 23-Mar-14
Jamieson Autumn Festival
Recreation Reserve, Kiewa Valley Hwy., Dederang Jamieson
0438 289 461 www.jamieson.org.au
21-Mar-14 23-Mar-14
Yackandandah Folk Festival
Yackandandah
22-Mar-14
Myrtleford Whole Town Garage Sale
Myrtleford
yackfolkfestival.com
23-Mar-14
The Benalla Migrant Camp Exhibition
BARC Hut 11, Samaria Rd., Benalla
03 5762 6678
29-Mar-14
Twilight Bush Markets on the Fairway
Howlong Golf Club, Howlong
02 6026 5321
29-Mar-14 30-Mar-14
Beechworth Bakery 30th Birthday Celebrations
Beechworth Bakery, Camp St., Beechworth
1300 233 784
03 5752 2697 AH
COMMUNITY EVENTS - APRIL 2014 3-Apr-14
6-Apr-14
The Man from Snowy River Bush Festival
Recreation Reserve Showgrounds, Corryong
02 6076 2277
5-Apr-14
18-May-14
52nd Bright Autumn Art Show
Bright Art Gallery, Mountbatten Ave., Bright
03 5750 1660
Myrtleford Cotters Market
Jubilee Park, Myrtleford
0438 420 806
Music in the Vines
Gapsted Wines, Great Alpine Rd., Gapsted
03 5751 1383
Autumn Farmers Market
Pfeiffer Wines, 167 Distillery Rd., Wahgunyah
02 6033 2805
3D Sculptors from North East Victoria
Gallery 2, Wangaratta Art Gallery, Ovens St., Wangaratta
03 5722 0865
High Country Easter Festival
Dinner Plain
0412 352 016 03 5758 1200
6-Apr-14 11-Apr-14
13-Apr-14
12-Apr-14 12-Apr-14
11-May-14
18-Apr-14 18-Apr-14
20-Apr-14
Falls Creek Easter Festival
Falls Creek
18-Apr-14
5-May-14
Wandiligong Craft and Product Market
Wandiligong Hall, Morses Creek Rd., Wandiligong 03 5755 1639
19-Apr-14
20-Apr-14
Golden Horseshoe Easter Festival
Beechworth CBD
19-Apr-14
20-Apr-14
Easter Steam & Oil Engine Rally
Beechworth-Wondonga Rd., Wodonga
20-Apr-14
Dinner Plain Geebung Polo Match
Cobungra Station, Great Alpine Rd., Cobungra www.geebungpolo.com.au
20-Apr-14
Harrietville Historical Society Bush Market & Duck Race
Tavare Park, Harrietville
03 5759 2699
Mount Beauty Music Festival
Various venues in Mount Beauty
03 5754 4008
25-Apr-14
27-Apr-14
25-Apr-14
4-May-14
www.goldenhorsehoes.com.au 0428 920 065
Bright Autumn Festival
Bright & Surrounds
0437 085 497
26-Apr-14
Wandiligong Nut Festival
Alpine Park, Wandiligong
03 5750 1440
27-Apr-14
The Benalla Migrant Camp Exhibition
BARC Hut 11, Samaria Rd., Benalla
03 5762 6678
COMMUNITY EVENTS - MAY 2014 2-May-14
Great Alpine Pick
Various locations in Harrietville
3-May-14
Rotary Autumn Festival Gala Day Market
Bright CBD
03 5755 1696
3-May-14
Highland Games at Amulet Vineyard
Amulet Vineyard, 1036 Wangaratta Rd., Beechworth
03 5727 0420
Drive Back in Time
Beechworth & Surrounds
03 5728 2286
4-May-14
Mt. Beauty Speedway Meets
Tawonga Raceway, Tawonga
4-May-14
Myrtleford Cotters Market
Jubilee Park, Myrtleford
4-May-14
Freeburgh Hall Bush Market
Freeburgh Community Centre, Great Alpine Rd., Freeburgh
03 5755 1625
14-May-14 15-May-14
Regional Food Trade Expo
Wangaratta Performing Arts Centre, 33 Ford St., Wangaratta
03 5722 1566
17-May-14 18-May-14
Bright Body & Soul Exps
Bright Community Centre, Railway Ave., Bright
21-May-14 26-May-14
La Fiera
Myrtleford CBD
23-May-14
Benalla & District Classic Car & Motorbike Tour Benalla Art Gallery, Bridge St., Benalla
3-May-14
24-May-14 25-May-14
4-May-14
4-May-14
25-May-14
0434 419 057
cotters@themyrtlefordfestival.com.au
03 5750 1001
www.laďŹ era.com.au
38th Historic Winton
Winton Motor Raceway, Winton
The Benalla Migrant Camp Exhibition
BARC Hut 11, Samaria Rd., Benalla
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AROUND THE REGION
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HE weather may be cooling down, but autumn is when the action heats up in Towong Shire. With three iconic events over the autumn break, it is the season to explore the valleys and the rivers, the lookouts and the townships of Towong and escape the rat race for a while. First out of the gates is the Towong Cup on March 8. A perennial favorite with visitors and locals alike since 1871, racegoers travel from far and wide to experience the beauty of the Towong Racecourse. This year will see the unveiling of the freshly renovated historic grandstand. Packages are available to cater to groups
(3&"5 065%0034 The Man From Snowy River Festival is very popular with visitors.
and with transport available from Albury/ Wodonga, there is no reason not to spend a day at this unique race event. March 9 sees the launch of the 42nd Mighty Mitta Muster. The home of genuine country hospitality and outdoor entertainment, the Mighty Mitta Muster continues to delight visitors with world class wood chopping, petrol fuelled beauties in the Show and Shine, and a program ďŹ lled with horse events including the Stockman’s Challenge. For those who prefer a ride of a different kind, this years’ Mitta Muster will feature the Muster Tour de Mitta Valley, so why not
pack your bike and saddle up to experience the magniďŹ cent scenery of the Mitta Valley. From April 3-6, the nationally signiďŹ cant Man from Snowy River Bush Festival is the place to be. While the three day long challenge tests horsemanship, live music, street stalls, and a long list of events are sure to delight visitors. The Bush Idol competition is always hotly contested and the Bush Poetry competition makes for a fantastic afternoon’s entertainment. Family friendly and fun for all ages, the Man from Snowy River Bush Festival is the perfect way to spend an autumn weekend.
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HATEVER your preferences when it comes to wine, you can ďŹ nd it within the diverse wine regions in North East Victoria. The Glenrowan Wine Region is best known for its bold wines, particularly red wine varieties, as well as fragrant whites and tempting fortiďŹ ed wines. In the Alpine Valleys wine region, the unique sub-alpine conditions produce elegant, fruity wines, and the microclimates nurture the growth of over 33 grape
varieties, from chardonnay to nebbiolo. The wines made in the Milawa Oxley region, ranging from large companies to small family producers, are always in high demand with wine lovers. King Valley is renowned for the Italian inuences on its wine, with the many family winemakers drawing on their Italian roots to inuence their work, and wine lovers ock to the region for crisp white wines and savory, spicy reds, and a range of Italian varieties. Over in historic Rutherglen, they are famous
for complex and unique wines, as well as intense fortiďŹ ed wines and full avored table wines. Beechworth is a relatively small wine producing region, but many appreciate their cool climate wines, including chardonnay, pinot noir and shiraz. The rugged Strathbogie wine region is also a cool climate region, recognised for elegant and aromatic wines, including shiraz, pinot noir, cabernet sauvignon, chardonnay, sauvignon blanc and Riesling.
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Located in the fertile Goulburn Valley winegrowing region, the Monichino family estate is a winery highly regarded for its award winning vintages. The vineyard was founded in 1962 by Carlo Monichino and his wife Margaret.
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ASTES of Rutherglen is a roving festival with a hop-on/ hop-off shuttle that encourages you to map out your own weekend. Music, food, wine and authentic, rustic fun seamlessly blend. This year, more activities have been added as an option for redeeming your tickets. Now you can choose between entrĂŠe sized plates and a glass of wine, or something interactive such as a Wine Master Class and a glass of wine. Helicopter transport will be available for hire between wineries, a great way to get an overview of the region. Book a trip and then hop back on the shuttles to get on with your experience. Winemakers of Rutherglen chairman, Damien CoďŹ eld, states that over both weekends, a range of events will take place at wineries including themed
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wine dinners, produce markets, live bands and much more. There is fun for the whole family with plenty of wineries offering children’s entertainment. Rutherglen is a region where 150 years of dedication and
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two tickets redeemable for an entree and wine or activity and wine at the winery of choice and souvenir bag and bottled water(Designated Driver Pack $40 – BPA free water bottle in place of wine glass). Other packages including the shuttle bus passes start from $75. Additional tickets are just $20 each and an additional wine glass is $12. For more information, a copy of the Tastes of Rutherglen program, or to purchase tastes packs call 1300 787929 or visit www.winemakers.com.au. Tickets can be purchased online. Vouchers, redeemable at any participating winery for a tastes pack on the days of the festival are being sold in advance at the following Visitor Information Centres: Wodonga, Albury, Corowa, Wangaratta and Rutherglen.
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SCAPE to John Gehrig Wines’cellar doors in Oxley and Gooramadda this autumn to sample the best of what the local winery has to offer. John Gehrig, a fourth generation vigneron, established the vineyard and winery on the banks of the King River, Oxley in 1976; only minutes from the Milawa Gourmet Region. John’s son Ross has taken on the challenge of guiding the ďŹ fth winemaking generation of Gehrigs to craft some ďŹ ne wines. Armed with a wine science degree, international winemaking experiences in Alsace, Burgundy and Israel, Ross’s obsession is 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). John Gehrig Wines will be involved in several food and wine events in the region this autumn. From Saturday, March 8/9 and 15/16 the historic cellar door in Rutherglen will be involved in the long established“Taste of Rutherglenâ€?. So why not come cruise the Mediterranean Mile and taste their South of France ďŹ sh and chips matched with their 2012 Riesling. On Friday, March 14 they will be present at the water to wine pop up party at the Goods Shed Wodonga as part of the Melbourne Food and Wine Festival, then the following day Saturday, March
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there is plenty of kids activities and they run free. For information on goings on over autumn at John Gehrig Wines check out www. johngehrigwines.com.au or their Facebook page, or by calling (03) 57273395.
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ITH CoďŹ eld Wines bustling with action, winemaker and owner Damien CoďŹ eld has commented that autumn is an exciting time for the wineries of Rutherglen. “We patiently await our grapes to come in after months of hoping the weather gods are kind and lead to perfect growing conditions. “It’s all looking good so far, with great
colors in our red grapes, and our white grapes are vibrant with excellent acid retention.� With vintage in full swing, Damien recommends that now is the perfect time to see the heart of the winery. “Every Thursday at 2pm, we are conducting winery tours,� he said. “Book in for a free learning experience
of how we make our renowned sparkling wines and see ďŹ rst hand how our new 2014 vintage grapes are made into wines. “We also have some great events coming up with vineyard tours and master classes, with a fabulous food and wine experience thrown in.â€? As part of the Melbourne Food and Wine Festival is CoďŹ eld’s newest event ‘A Lunch on the Land’ on Saturday, March 15, showing a real insight into vintage at the winery. Damien CoďŹ eld and his brother Andrew, the vineyard manager, will guide visitors through the Quartz Vein Vineyard, encouraging sampling of new vintage grapes and explaining how they grow grapes to produce great wines. Guests can then relax and enjoy a three course feast created by The Pickled Sisters Cafe and matched with CoďŹ eld wines, while overlooking the vineyard. Not only is March a busy month for vintage, it is also the start of the event calendar with the Tastes of Rutherglen festival on across local wineries in the area.
HARD AT WORK: Damien and Andrew CoďŹ eld assessing the vines at CoďŹ eld Wines.
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MITCHELTON WINES Located on the banks of the Goulburn River, just outside of Nagambie, Mitchelton Wines is a picturesque and inspiring setting for any event. Whether it’s a wedding, conference, product launch, awards dinner, business meeting or social event, the team at Mitchelton Wines can help to make it your best yet. With incredibly unique, both indoor and outdoor event spaces on site, our team can transform your idea into a reality. Our Executive Chef takes pride in delivering a high quality, SJDIMZ BWPVSTPNF MPDBM BOE TFBTPOBMMZ GPDVTFE NFOV XJUI options that can be tailored to suit your groups needs.
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at CoďŹ eld Wines’ vineyard s &ROM PAGE This premier wine and food experience runs for four days over two indulgent weekends and there is plenty to see and do at CoďŹ eld Wines. If you love sparkling wines, then join Damien CoďŹ eld for a sparkling wine master class as he takes you on the journey of the iconic Sparkling Shiraz, and taste and discuss a selection of old and new sparkling reds. The Pickled Sisters Cafe have the perfect food match for wines on offer during the day. Take the time to explore boutique markets, let the kids go wild with a kids grape stomp, or sit back and relax on a beanbag on the lawns while listening to local singer Keith Fischer play. With vintage coming to a close during April, Easter is the perfect time to let our hair down and celebrate family. The Easter Family Fun weekend on April 19-20 has been a huge hit since starting it in 2011. The kids will love getting hands on in the Animal Nursery, partaking in the Easter egg hunt and all the fun of Easter games; while
FEAST FOR SENSES: CoďŹ eld Wines has charming surroundings to enjoy the best in local wine and food.
the adults kick back and relax with a picnic or lunch at the Pickled Sisters CafÊ. Call in today for a chat and try the new release 2012 reds, and don’t forget Winery Walkabout is just around the
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OOD lovers are invited to feast their senses in North East Victoria alongside the region’s top producers, chefs, winemakers and craft brewers at High Country Harvest (May 16–25) this autumn. Get up close and personal with a program of 40 events over 10 days, as you celebrate the High Country’s autumn goodness amid landscapes of harvest-hued valleys, rising mountains and wide open skies. The event’s full program is on sale mid March. Join beekeepers to inspect their hives and harvest honey in a secret beekeeping forest, or learn to make sweet Italian cannoli from scratch from a nonna-in-theknow; feast and dance bonďŹ reside before camping out beneath a full autumn moon, or learn the lost art of packing a horse (only this time, with Prosecco) before a ride to the riverbanks for local bubbles and cheese.
The curated event program ranges from picnics and bonďŹ res under big High Country skies, to bike and horseback rides weaving to High Country feasts, to hands-on classes and intimate demonstrations on North East specialities such as craft brewing, venison jerky, olive picking and pickling, and CWA baking classics and preserves. Autumn is also a prime season to tick off the High Country foodie bucket list. Dine at top restaurants including two-hat Provenance Restaurant and The Age Good Food Guide’s New Regional Restaurant of the Year, Tani Eat and Drink; take a scenic country drive for lunch at one of numerous gastropubs; warm your morning soul with signature breakfast dishes and barista-made coffee at local hubs; gather autumnal ingredients as you meet producers at one of eight North East Farmers’ Markets
COUNTRY LIFE: Experience the region at High Country Harvest. PHOTO: Tourism Australia
then prepare a meal to unwind in boutique accommodation; taste and tour the High Country Brewery Trail and six diverse wine regions; or get hands-on at one of the High Country’s intimate cooking schools. High Country Harvest is taking place this autumn in spectacular
settings right across the High Country, including Beechworth, Benalla, Bright and surrounds, Glenrowan, Falls Creek, Lake Hume, MansďŹ eld, Milawa and the King Valley, Rutherglen and Wangaratta, and more information is available at www. highcountryharvest.com.au.
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coincides with a live theatre production, jazz concert, trivia night, local band, miniature train rides or the Farmers’ Market. For more information visit the websites in the Gateway Village advertisement, www. alburywodongaaustralia.com.au or phone 1300 796 222.
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Luxury Self Contained Accommodation Belmont is located in one of Beechworth’s picturesque tree lined streets within walking distance to all historic Beechworth has to offer. Discover an eclectic mix of galleries, collectibles, handcrafts, old pubs, cafes, provedores, restaurants, historic sites and lots more.
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S the weather begins to cool down, Belmont at Beechworth becomes an even more enticing place to relax. Belmont at Beechworth is just a brief walk from Beechworth’s eateries and boutique shopping, as well as being a handy place to base yourself to enjoy Beechworth’s fun community events and festivals. Perfect for a couple’s getaway, honeymoons and wedding night accommodation, Belmont at Beechworth’s bedrooms and bathrooms both feature open ďŹ replaces, and at screen TVs, and the spacious bathrooms including large cast iron baths and double showers.
HIS year’s Beechworth Bakery and Beechworth Honey Golden Horseshoes Festival has plenty for the whole family on April 18-20. The event kicks off on the Friday with the Beechworth Golf Club Golden Putter. On Saturday the Beechworth Market at Queen Victoria Park will see a host of handmade crafts stalls showing their wares. In the main street there will be live entertainment with bands and street performer entertaining the crowds, ‘Milli’, one of the crowd favorites, will be dazzling the crowds with silly magic tricks and positively poppable balloon art. Enjoy the atmosphere thoughout the day until the Grand Parade at 2pm with the colorful oats and groups marching down Beechworth’s Ford Street. There will be lots of live music on at the hotels on Saturday evening. Sunday the Easter Bunny comes out to play with the Easter Egg Hunt, children of all ages are invited to hunt for delicious chocolate eggs. There is also the chance to win a Golden prize valued at $2000 donated by Beechworth Gold. To ďŹ nd out more and look at the program go to: www.goldenhorseshoes.com.au.
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timber oors inside and cosy gas log ďŹ re add real ambience. Perfect for that special occasion getaway, the premium villa, Villa Granito, even features its own private plunge pool. The 5-acre property borders Beechworth’s Gorge and Historical Park, and offers stunning vistas from just about any vantage point.
In the 1870s the property was under vineyard, and over 250m of its original dry-stone walls and the ruins of Tanswell’s champagne cellar still stand. Visitors can take in the gorge’s natural beauty of waterfalls, rockpools and mosscovered rocks with a scenic 4.5km walk. Or it’s an easy 1km stroll into the centre of town for boutique
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Their range encompasses ladies and men’s knitwear, wraps, scarves, hats, jackets and coats. Handcrafted accessories by skilled local artisans are unique and original gifts or treats for yourself. Step into the Ardent Living room for sumptuous Alpaca doonas (from summer to winter weight), heavenly pillows, brushed or woven throws to compliment every dĂŠcor and knitting yarns in every ply and hue. In this “throw awayâ€? society it is reassuring to ďŹ nd quality alpaca products with style and pizzazz which are made to last. Neither animal nor environment are harmed in the production of The Ardent Alpaca’s amazing alpaca wares‌.of this they are proud. SO SOFT: Find high quality alpaca wear at The Ardent Alpaca.
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Play old-fashioned games such as tug-o-war or join in the pie-eating and dough-toss competitions. Learn how to bake and decorate with the experts led by Tom O’Toole, the man who started it all in 1984. Home bakers can try their hand at cupcake and shortbread decorating. It’s not a proper carnival without the ‘bearded lady’ and ‘strongman’, who will be joined by an array of other carnival characters in the talent line up. Learn what’s ahead in life with a visit to the ‘Fortune Teller’ tent or take a nostalgic stroll back in time at the history display upstairs, chronicling the bakery’s 30 year journey. All activities and entertainment will be free to the public. Other carnival highlights include: donut making and fairy oss stall;
HAVE FUN: There will be plenty going on at Beechworth Bakery’s 30th birthday celebrations.
guess the number of lollies in the jar; vintage car and bakery van display food and coffee stalls featuring local vendors (available for purchase); live music: Blues Brothers Review and popular hits. Cherished for its classic, handbaked treats, signature creations
and warm, inviting atmosphere, Beechworth Bakery is a ‘mustvisit’ destination during any visit to Beechworth, as well as a local favorite. Beechworth Bakery now has six stores across Victoria and southern NSW with an annual turnover in excess of $15 million and serves over one million customers per year.
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FTER 30 years of baking beestings, vanilla slices and snickerdoodles as well as 247 other delicious delights, Beechworth Bakery will mark its 30th birthday party with a good old fashioned street carnival on March 22 from 11am-3pm. Celebrating everything that is great about Beechworth and its iconic bakery, the Beechworth Bakery Camp Street Carnival is an expression of thanks to the local community and loyal customers for 30 years of coming through the doors. Ringmaster John Walker (actor/writer/comedian) will keep the action owing as Camp Street is transformed into a giant fairground, jam packed with family fun and entertainment. Experience the delights of an old-fashioned street carnival with stilt walkers, pony tricks show, clowns, face painting, balloon art, and a petting zoo.
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ULTURE and history form many of the highlights in the Benalla events calendar during the autumn months. Benalla Art Gallery will be hosting entries in their inaugural Benalla Nude prize exhibition, with the winner to be announced on April 10. The winning entry and other shortlisted works will be exhibited from April 11–June 27 at the gallery. Cinemagoers at Benalla Performing Arts and Convention Centre (BPACC) can enjoy their recently upgraded digital cinema projection, as well as a variety of entertaining performances as part of their 2014 theatre season. Those looking to learn more about Benalla’s history can ďŹ nd out more at the Benalla Migrants Exhibition, being held on the last Sunday in March, April and June at the BARC
Hut 11 in Samaria Road. The exhibition examines the history of the Benalla Migrant Camp, where between 1949 and 1967, 60,000 European post-war migrants made their temporary home, through personal photos, documents and memorabilia. Entry is $2 per person, children free, and entry to the hut is gained by driving into the Gliding Club entrance and following the road past the Benalla Aviation Museum. Other events during autumn include the V8 Supercars at Winton Motor Raceway from April 4-6; a Harvest Festival dinner at Benalla Art Gallery on May 17; the Benalla and District Classic Car and Motorbike Rally on May 23; and Historic Winton on May 24-25. More information on autumn events is available on www.benalla.vic.gov.au.
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Get Back to Nature in Victoria’s High Country, in destinations including the alpine resorts of Mt Buller, Dinner Plain, Hotham and Falls Creek (open for business over summer), and Beechworth, Benalla, Bright, Chiltern, Corryong, King Valley, Lake Eildon, MansďŹ eld, Milawa, Mount Beauty, Mount Buffalo, Rutherglen, Tallangatta, Upper Murray, Winton Wetlands and Yackandandah. Choose your own self-guided adventure, or join one of the region’s expert nature-loving locals to share in their passion and insights. Go horse riding, bushwalking, picnicking, biking, camping, stargazing, twitching, ďŹ shing, paddling, boating, hot air ballooning, gliding, paragliding, abseiling and 4WD driving. For more information and to download the guide, see www.victoriashighcountry.com.au/nature.
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of all food and drinks on the day. Places are limited, so prospective guests are urged to book early to avoid disappointment. Any time during autumn is a great time to enjoy the mild weather, Bright’s changing foliage and some of Bright Brewery’s beers.
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OR the ďŹ fteenth consecutive year, the Mount Beauty Music Festival (April 25-27) is ready to hold the town of Mount Beauty in blissful rapture over three days. Headliners include: The Beez (Germany), Suzannah Espie (Aust) Faye Blais (Canada) Justin Johnson (USA) and Alaska String Band (USA). Visitors, particularly those who have medals or wish to wear family medals, are encouraged to join the local Anzac Day march at 11am on April 25, or simply come and watch the march. For details see www.musicfestival.org.au.
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HOSE who love good beer and food have a chance to indulge in both at Bright Brewery on March 15 during their Melbourne Food and Wine Festival Whet Your Whistle event. Whet Your Whistle promises to be a progressive dining experience beginning with a tour of the Brewhouse with head brewer Jon Seltin, canapĂŠs and tastings of Bright Brewery’s award winning craft beers. This is all followed with a seven-course ‘Beergustation’ gourmet long lunch, set on the banks of the Ovens River. The long lunch will feature two entrees, three main courses and two desserts and is sure to delight the senses. Cost for the day is $140, which is inclusive
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HE Geebung Polo Match is celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2014 making it an essential on everyone’s event calendar. Based on the famous Banjo Paterson poem ‘The Geebung Polo Club’ and hosted in Victoria’s beautiful countryside, this event proves to be an Easter favorite year after year. The beautiful setting of Dinner Plain makes this polo match unique and raw, stripping back the glitz and glam that the city equestrian world now projects. This Easter showdown stems straight out of Paterson’s poem highlighting the City vs Country competition and accentuating the true spirit of Australian culture. The match will be held on April 20, with gates opening at 10am at the Cobungra Station, 20km from Dinner Plain and Omeo. There will be a bus service available from Dinner Plain and Omeo. Bookings for the event are essential and
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ALBURY VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE Railway Place, Cnr Smollet & Young Street p. 1300 252 879 f. (02) 6023 8282 e. info@visitalburywodonga.com w. www.visitalburywodonga.com
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ALEXANDRA VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE 36 Grant Street p. 1800 652 298 (03) 5772 1100 f. (03) 5772 1100 e. alexvic@virtual.net.au w. www.alexandratourism.com
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BENALLA VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE 14 Mair Street p. (03) 5762 1749 f.(03) 5762 1749 e. visitor.info@benalla.vic.gov.au
Merrijig Jamieson Kevington MELBOURNE MYRTLEFORD VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE Post OfďŹ ce Complex, Great Alpine Road, p. (03) 5755 0514 f. (03) 5752 1355 e. myrtlefordvic@alpineshire.vic.gov.au w. www.greatalpinevalleys.com.au
EUROA EUROA VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE 50 Binney Street p. (03) 5795 1199 w. www.euroa.org.au
MANSFIELD VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE Railway Station Precinct, 167 Maroondah Highway p. 1800 039 049 f.(03) 5775 2518 e. reservations@mansďŹ eld-mtbuller.com.au w. www.mansďŹ eld-mtbuller.com.au
NAGAMBIE LAKES VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE 320 High Street p.1800 444 647 freecall f.(03) 5794 2919 e.nagambietourism@fastmail.com.au Online bookings: www.nagambielakesandstrathbogieranges.com.au
GLENROWAN TOURIST CENTRE 41 Gladstone Street p. (03) 5766 2367 p. 1300 633 535 e. info@glenrowantouristcentre.com.au w. www.glenrowantouristcentre.com.au
MOUNT BEAUTY VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE 31 Bogong High Plains Road, Mt Beauty p. (03) 5755 0596 f. (03) 5754 1767 p. 1800 111 885 e. mtbeautyvic@alpineshire.vic.gov.au w. www.greatalpinevalleys.com.au
DINNER PLAIN VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE 572 Big Muster Drive p. 1300 734 365 f. (03) 5159 6515 e. info@dinnerplain.com w. www.dinnerplain.com
COROWA COROWA VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE 100 Edward Street, Ball Park, Corowa NSW 2646 p. 1800 814 054 p. (02) 6033 3221 e. tourismcorowa@dragnet.com.au w.www.visitcorowashire.com.au CORRYONG VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE 50 Hanson Street p. (02) 6076 2277 f. (02) 6076 2152 e. vic@towong.vic.gov.au w. pureuppermurrayvalleys.com
OMEO VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE 152 Day Ave p. (03) 5159 1679 e. secretary@omeoregion.com.au w. www.omeoregion.com.au
RUTHERGLEN WINE EXPERIENCE & VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE 57 Main Street p. 1800 622 871 (02) 6033 6300 e. info@rutherglenvic.com w. www.rutherglenvic.com STRATHBOGIE SHIRE VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE Wahring Restaurant, Cnr Goulburn Valley H'way and Moss Road Wahring (10km north Nagambie) p. (03) 5794 7263 Free 1800 444 647 e. nagambielakesandstrathbogieranges VIC@fastmail.com.au Online bookings: www.nagambielakesandstrathbogieranges.com.au WANGARATTA VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE 100-104 Murphy Street p.1800 801 065 e. tourism@wangaratta.vic.gov.au w. www.visitwangaratta.com.au
WODONGA VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE 69-73 Hovell Street p. 1300 796 222 e. tourism@wodonga.vic.gov.au w. www.alburywodongaaustralia.com.au YARRAWONGA-MULWALA TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRE 1 Irvine Parade p.1800 062 260 (03) 5744 1989 f. (03) 5744 3149 e. tourism@yarrawongamulwala.com.au w. www.yarrawongamulwala.com.au
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GREATER SHEPPARTON VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE 534 Wyndham Street p.1800 808 839 (03) 5831 4400 f. (03) 5822 2311 e. info@discovershepparton.com.au w. www.discovershepparton.com.au
COBRAM BAROOGA TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRE 2 Station Street p. 1800 607 607 f. (03) 5871 1727 e. cbtaccommodation@westnet.com.au w. www.cobrambarooga.org.au
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BEECHWORTH VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE 103, Ford Street, p.1300 366 321 (03) 5728 8065 f. (03) 5728 3083 e. visit_beechworth @indigoshire.vic.gov.au w. www.beechworthonline.com.au
BRIGHT ALPINE VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE 119 Gavan Street p. (03) 5755 0584 f. (03) 5750 1286 p. 1800 111 885 e. alpinevic@alpineshire.vic.gov.au w. www.greatalpinevalleys.com.au
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ISITORS are encouraged to make a stop in the tranquil town of Chiltern and enjoy the attractions and events the friendly spot has to offer. Highlights on the events calendar during autumn each year are the Chiltern Pro Rodeo and the Cancer Cruise Car and Bike Show. The Chiltern Pro Rodeo kicks off at 6pm on Sunday, March 9 at the Chiltern Racecourse Reserve. The rodeo is the last of a series of three rodeos taking place in the area over the Labor Day long weekend, with Kyabram and Merrijig also hosting rodeos on that weekend. The rodeo features a host of standard rodeo events, as well as a big screen, catering and more. More information on the rodeo is available by calling (03) 57261509.
Originally established by John Jamison, late of Chiltern, the Cancer Cruise Car and Bike Show has been held in town for around 15 years to raise money for the Albury-Wodonga Cancer Foundation. This year, the event will be held on Sunday, April 13 at Martin Park. It is a non competitive show and shine event where car and bike enthusiasts can meet fellow like minded folk, and there will be a host of activities taking place during the day. Anyone looking for more information on the cruise, or other events and attractions in and around Chiltern, can contact the Chiltern Visitor Information Centre on (03) 5726 1611. ACTION: Many visitors ock to the Chiltern Pro Rodeo each year.
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Sale is on Saturday, March 22. The Howlong and Corowa Golf Clubs also host markets on March 23 and 30 respectively. The popular Howlong Twilight Bush Market on the fairway is a fantastic family event on Saturday, March 29. Enjoy the exciting variety of activities available over
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the Easter weekend including the iconic McDonalds Corowa Australian Billy Cart Championships and Family Fun Day on Easter Saturday. Come along and meet V8 Supercar driver Nathan Pretty and see all the racing action from 10.30am. There are also golf, bowls and
tennis tournaments at Easter. Fishing enthusiasts should not miss the Cod Nationals from April 27-May 2 held on Lake Mulwala. Chase the legendary Murray Cod with substantial cash prizes on offer. The ultimate event for dog lovers is the Howlong Mutts in May on May 25, featuring market stalls, entertainment, displays and other doggie activities. Visit the professional and friendly staff at the Corowa Visitor Information Centre and Howlong Library for the most up to date and comprehensive information about what to see and do and where to stay in the Corowa Region. All centres offer an accommodation booking service to assist you with your stay. A detailed list of events for autumn can be found on www. visitcorowashire.com.au.
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NTEREST in Ned Kelly and Australian history never really goes away, according to Kateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cottage owner Chris Gerrett. The museum at the cottage saw record takings over the summer school holidays, and Mrs Gerrett said that now more than ever, parents want to share Australian history with their children. Kateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cottage, and Glenrowan itself, is also a magnet for history buffs, some even travelling from interstate after reading books on Ned Kelly, and wanting to see the countryside where bushrangers once roamed.
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Mrs Gerrett, who runs Kateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cottage with husband Rod, said there is always fresh interest in Ned Kelly, with books based on his history and legacy being published all the time. Kateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cottage has a wide variety of Ned Kelly related memorabilia and souvenirs available for purchase, including a number of helpful secondhand books on the subject. Mrs Gerrett said Kateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cottage staff
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were more than happy to discuss the Kelly legacy with visitors. Kateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cottage also houses a replica of the Kelly homestead that Ned built for his mother, which functions both as a historical replica and a Ned Kelly museum. Kateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cottage is located at 35 Gladstone Street, Glenrowan, and more information is available by calling (03) 57662448. Their website can be found at www. katescottageglenrowan.com.
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HE Magnolia MansďŹ eld, on Mt Buller Road has undergone a revamp and name change â&#x20AC;&#x201C; now to be known as â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Maggieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;sâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; - The Magnolia MansďŹ eld. Nine months ago Travis and Tracie Boltong took over the restaurant and B&B bringing with them an extensive background in hospitality. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I believe in using fresh, local produce as much as I can and hand making all that is produced here myself,â&#x20AC;? chef Travis said. From March onwards Maggieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s will be open Wednesday to Saturday nights for a casual relaxed dining experience. They will be starting the week on Wednesday with an Italian inspired limited menu including handmade pastas â&#x20AC;&#x201C; each week a new Italian dish to try. On Thursday, Friday and
$&-&#3"5& :&"34 The magniďŹ cent magnolia tree will celebrate its 150th birthday in the garden of what is now Maggieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s - The Magnolia MansďŹ eld, on March 15.
Saturday nights there will be an a la carte menu changing with the seasons. On March 15, The MansďŹ eld Historical Society will be holding a fund raising celebration for the magniďŹ cent Magnolia Tree â&#x20AC;&#x201C; this will be a 150 year birthday bash for all who want to learn the history
of the tree and its home. On March 29 Maggieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s will be hosting an event, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Are You Game?â&#x20AC;? dinner â&#x20AC;&#x201C; try something new with a ďŹ ve course dinner matched with Fowleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Wines. In May, Maggieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s will again take part in the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;High Country Harvest Festivalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; celebrating
what this region of Victoria has to offer in ďŹ ne foods and wines. For bookings and further information on Maggieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dining call Tracie or Travis on 5779 1000 or go to www. magnoliamansďŹ eld.com.au and make it a part of your journey through MansďŹ eld.
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the safety gear required (children participating need to wear long pants, long sleeved shirts and closed toe shoes). All paint used at the business is water based, making clean up after your big adventure a snap.
We stock a comprehensive range of local maps, touring guides, high country publications and postcards. And for those lazy days, we have a huge range of books, magazines, games, toys and newspapers. 57 High Street, MansďŹ eld VIC 3722 Phone (03) 5775 2649
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Autumn festivals JO .BOTm FME LEVERLY combining exercise, alcohol and food, MansďŹ eldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tour de Flavour on March 22-23 is a great excuse to earn your right to indulge. Combining the Scody High Country Cycle Challenge, the Victorian Road Series Bendigo Bank MansďŹ eld to Mt Buller Road Race and the MansďŹ eld Criterium, the Tour de Flavour incorporates bike riding for every stage of ability and ďŹ tness. Kicking off with the SHCCC on Saturday morning, there are several ride options available â&#x20AC;&#x201C; ranging from a leisurely 65km tour to Mirimbah store and back, or the 165km MansďŹ eld to Mt Buller to Jamieson and return. For more information, go to www.tourdeďŹ&#x201A;avour.com.au. The ďŹ fth annual Tolmie Antique Fair will be held over the weekend of April 19 and 20 at the Tolmie Recreation Sports Grounds. The fair will also coincide with the Tolmie Craft and Farmers
Marketâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 10th birthday on the Saturday at which a celebratory cake will be cut (at about 10.30am) and shared among all in attendance. Also on the Saturday will be the auctioning of several donated antique items (at around 12.30pm) with proceeds going to the sports ground committee for the upgrading of facilities. The weekend fair and market day will also coincide with the Easter weekend which will give visitors to the district an added attraction to visit. More information is available from Marg Attley on (03) 57762231. Vintage celebrations and the annual Long Lunch are sure to draw large crowds in MansďŹ eld again this April. Being held on the Anzac day weekend of April 26 and 27, these two gourmet events will delight food and wine lovers with a taste of the High Country courtesy of the Upper Goulburn
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Winemakers Association (UGWA). On Saturday, April 26, the median strip in High Street is turned into a food, wine and music extravaganza for the day. â&#x20AC;&#x153;A Day on Highâ&#x20AC;? will feature local winemakers and regional food producers offering their ďŹ nest for tastings and sales, along with fabulous music and
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activities for children. Sunday, April 27 will see foodies unite and gather at the MansďŹ eld Showgrounds for the annual Long Lunch. Bookings are essential for the Long Lunch, so go to the UGWA website: www. uppergoulburnwine.org.au for more information.
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HE Marysville area is home to a number of community markets each month. The Alexandra Market is held at the Timber Tramway, Station Street, Alexandra on the second Saturday of each month, while Marysville Community Market takes place in Marysville Central Park on the second and fourth Sunday of each month. There is also the Bollygum Community Market in Bollygum Park, Kinglake, on the second Sunday of the month, Flowerdale Community Market on the third Sunday of the month, Kinglake Produce and Artisan Market on the fourth Sunday of the month, and many more. For information on markets in Marysville and district see www. marysvilletourism.com.
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featuring some of Victoriaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tallest timbers and most accessible waterfalls. The trails take visitors throughout the beautiful landscape surrounding the town, with some trails catering to cyclists and horse riders. Andersonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mill Camping Ground provides an ideal base from which to explore. Visitors can download the Visit Marysville App which includes audio guides for a number of the trails and information on local ďŹ&#x201A;ora and animals.
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ARLY seasonal frosts and scorching heat over the past two months have lessened fruit yields across the King Valley. But the fruit quality at Sam Miranda Winery has been showing strong signs 2014 is going to be one of the better vintages. There have been 13 days over 40 degrees Celsius this year, but third generation vigneron Sam Miranda believes the dry climate will be perfect for the growing of the Italian red varieties like Sangiovese, Tempranillo and Nebbiolo. He bases this prediction on the most recent result of the dry climate 2013 vintage, which saw a stand out Merlot, and also a high quality Sangiovese in barrels ready to be bottled mid-year. Frosts wiped out his corner block of vines bordering the Snow Road last October, and although yields overall will be markedly down, the quality is noticeably higher. After the frosts, came a cool November and start to December, which Mr Miranda said really set up the vines, allowing the fruit to cope with the hot temperatures seen lately.
Harvesting and the processing of the whites have been beginning in the dead of night to beat the heat this year. The sparkling base white varieties Pinot noir and Chardonnay are currently being picked and harvest each day starts just before midnight to keep the fruit cool. Mr Miranda said through the Oxley winery they harvest about 1500-2500 tonnes of fruit each year, part of a total 10,000 to 15,000 tonne crush across the King Valley. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The crops are down because it has been so dry and the heat knocks the quantity around but the quality has been fantastic,â&#x20AC;? Mr Miranda said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The valley has escaped the worst of the heat and at the moment weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re seeing a good balance in the ďŹ&#x201A;avors. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It is all about kilograms per vine and the less fruit there is, the more goodies go into the fruit you have. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are looking at 2-3kg per vine and about four tonnes to the acre.â&#x20AC;? The dry whites such as sauvignon blanc were picked in late February and the reds will begin in March.
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HILE Christmas time on the Murray is spent enjoying the water and all the river has to offer, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not only leisure seekers that are out along the banks. Walkabout Apiaries were busy checking in on their beehives, in the shade tall Red Gum trees, where their bees quietly collect and store this magniďŹ cent example of what is one of their most highly regarded honeys.
Now with the Christmas Red Gum ďŹ&#x201A;owering ďŹ nished and the best of the honey bottled you can come and try it for yourself at the Walkabout Apiaries honey shed. Any Walkabout Apiaries honey works a treat with this super delicious honey cake, but the Walkabout team prefer the red gum for full ďŹ&#x201A;avor. Serve warm or cold with lashings of cream.
HONEY WHOLEMEAL CAKE Ingredients: 350gm unsalted butter, softened 265gm unreďŹ ned caster sugar 4 medium eggs 150gm ground almonds 150gm wholemeal self-raising ďŹ&#x201A;our 1 tsp baking powder 50gm ďŹ&#x201A;aked almonds 3-4 tbsp runny honey Method: Preheat the oven to 160C. Grease a 24cm diameter, springform cake tin with a little of the butter and line the base with baking parchment.
Put the butter and sugar in a mixing bowl, and cream them together until light and ďŹ&#x201A;uffy. Beat in the eggs, one at a time. Fold in the ground almonds, then sift in the ďŹ&#x201A;our and baking powder and gently fold these in, too. Scrape the mixture into the prepared tin, scatter the ďŹ&#x201A;aked almonds over the top, and bake for 45 minutes, or until a knife pushed into the centre comes out clean. Remove from the oven and, while itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s still hot, evenly drizzle all over with honey. Place the tin on a wire rack to cool. Serve warm or cold.
Walkabout Apiaries are a 3rd generation family owned beekeeping business. Our bees collect nectar from the blossoming eucalypts of the High Country and the river plains of the Ovens, Murray and King Rivers. We take as much care in handling our honey as we do looking after our bees.
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OUR HAPPY HEALTHY BEES MAKE THE BEST HONEY. Come try our seasonal honey varieties at our Farm gate shop, 1531 Snow Rd, Milawa, open 9am-5pm most days Also the home of Whiteheadâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mead. Mead crafted from our locally produced honey, berries and spices. Available for tasting now.
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Hall an Oxley community landmark Built in 1875, the Oxley Hall, located centrally in the small North East town of Oxley, is believed to be among the oldest community buildings in North East Victoria that has been in continual use. The hall plays a big part in local community gatherings, from fundraisers to balls and social occasions. Each spring, it is also the setting for the thriving Oxley Bush market. Visitors to the region often admire the refurbished hallâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s heritage façade and light, airy interior. While in Oxley, take the time to visit the friendly local wineries and food producers, or stock up for your trip at the local service station and post ofďŹ ce. There is also a picturesque local park, perfect for a picnic. Whatever your preference, Oxley is a peaceful part of the Milawa Gourmet Region. CENTRAL: Oxley Hall is the destination for many community events in the Milawa Gourmet Region.
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Vinous Varietals session on Wednesday, May 21; The Harvest Feast with Stefano Manfredi on Friday, May 23; Family Gala Night with the Stiletto Sisters on Friday, May 23; Viva Michelini, Italy with Love, and Tastes of Italy on offer every day of the festival â&#x20AC;&#x201C; all focus on awakening your taste buds. A special exhibition of Jim vanGeetâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s artwork will be on show at Reign of Pearls throughout; Saturday, May 24â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s program is extensive with Wild Mushroom Forage kicking off at 8.15am followed by a special Mass in honor of St Anthony of Padua in the Myrtleford Piazza and then the Wine and Food Festa all day showcasing local wines and traditional italian dishes and crowd pleasing entertainment and fun for the kids; Sundayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s program has everything from Tastes of Trentino, to boutique wineries tour and of course soccer and bocce matches. For more information please visit the website www.laďŹ era. com.au. Online bookings and full program will be available from March 2014.
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STRATHBOGIE RANGES
Plenty to do around Strathbogie region BIG ATTRACTION: This statue of racehorse Black Caviar has become a popular attraction in the town of Nagambie, attracting thousands of tourists since its unveiling.
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HE rugged surroundings of Strathbogie Shire have plenty to offer during the autumn months. Key events during autumn include the Heads of the River Rowing Regatta. The regatta, which typically attracts around 15,000 competitors and spectators each year, will take place on March 22 on Nagambie Lakes. Autumn events in the region also include Ride the Ranges on April 27 in Euroa. Choose from three distance rides on offer â&#x20AC;&#x201C; all commencing and ďŹ nishing in the foothills of the Strathbogie Ranges. All rides are fully supported with a complimentary barbecue and refreshments at the ďŹ nish. More information on the event is available on the website at ridetherangeseuroa. org.au. On Saturday, April 19, there will be a concert in Ruffy at the Tablelands Community Centre featuring the band Ruckus. More information on the concert is available on www.
ruffycommunity.com.au. Throughout the region, there are a host of regular markets being held for visitors and locals alike to enjoy, selling everything from the freshest of local produce to unique handmade items. Among the most popular regular markets in the Strathbogie Shire area are: - Nagambie, held on the ďŹ rst Saturday of each month; - Euroa, taking place on the third Saturday of each month; and - Avenel, which is held on the second Sunday of each month. There are also plenty of sights to see during a visit to the Strathbogie Shire. While in the area, visit Nagambie and make sure to stop and see the impressive statue of racehorse Black Caviar, whose strength and speed captured the hearts of racing enthusiasts and horse lovers across the country. For more information on what is going on in the Strathbogie Shire over autumn, see the shire website at www. strathbogie.vic.gov.au.
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UMMER is over and the region is enjoying some beautiful autumn weather, making it a great time to get away. So, pack the car or caravan and head to North East Victoria, to discover the beautiful colors that autumn brings to the area. BIG4 Wangaratta North Cedars Holiday Park is a leafy green destination in the heart of Victoriaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Wine and High Country region, a fabulous central base to enjoy all the area has to offer. Big4 Wangaratta North
Cedars Holiday Park has accommodation options to suit everyone, from tranquil, pet friendly grassy powered sites to deluxe or standard cabins, which have a full ensuite, kitchen and living areas and all linen provided. There are also powered ensuite sites available. The rates are extremely competitive. The solar-heated swimming pool area has seating and umbrellas and is very well used and there is a small childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s playground area featuring
swings, cubby-house, and slide as well as a large trampoline. Bring your bicycle along to make full use of the Rail Trail that is right on the back doorstep of BIG4 Wangaratta North Cedars Holiday Park. Wangaratta is an ideal base
for day trips to Beechworth, Bright, Milawa, Myrtleford, Glenrowan and Rutherglen, the list goes on. You can then return to the friendly atmosphere of BIG4 Wangaratta to recharge, ready for another tour the next day.
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HE diverse variety of art at Wangaratta Art Gallery continues throughout autumn, with exhibitions set to appeal to a wide array of art lovers. The contrast between city and country, urban and natural, organic and geometric is explored through Anthea Kempâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s exhibition Familiar Environments, taking place at the gallery between March 11 - April 23. A long time resident of the Warby Range before moving to Melbourne, Ms Kemp has focused on her reaction to the urban environment in which she now lives. Between April 12 and May 11, several artists from North East Victoria will present an exhibition of 3D sculpture, featuring an array of materials and approaches to sculptural form and content. Sculpture is also a focus of The Gathering II: A survey exhibition
of Australian sculpture, being held at the gallery between March 8 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; May 11. The exhibition presents sculptures by some of Australiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leading artists, including work by Jan King, Robert Klippel, Norma Redpath, John Meade and many more, and comprises late modernist and contemporary works. A retrospective of the past decade of the Wangaratta Art Gallery collection will be held from May 24-June 8, entitled 10. This exhibition will have a focus on recent acquisitions and looks back on the last decade of the collection, which, supported by council, has seen the gallery develop an enviable collection. Finally, March 8-April 6 will see the exhibition Mark Stoner: The Shape of Land at the gallery. This exhibition explores themes relating to landscape and our perception of it.
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mothers are also encouraged to enjoy quiet and comfortable baby change facilities and bottle or meal heating facilities. Lockers are also available to hire at a small cost to assist those with excess luggage during their travels as well as coordinating easy and cheap mobility equipment hire. No referral is necessary, and the service is free. The new service receives funding from the North East Transport Connections Project through the Department of Transport, Planning and Local Infrastructure. The Rural City of Wangaratta Council has contributed funds for the purpose of volunteer recruitment, training and coordination. The service is delivered in
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XCITING racquetball action will come into play during this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s inaugural Citizen Anzac Day Racquetball Championships, run by the Wangaratta Squash and Racquetball Club. With the Australian Open heading to South Australia after six years in Wangaratta, the local club decided it needed to replace the national event with another signiďŹ cant competition.
And with Anzac Day falling on a Friday, club ofďŹ cials decided to hold an Anzac Day event from April 25-27 at the Wangaratta Indoor Sports and Aquatic Centre. For enquiries about entering the racquetball tournament, contact John Broadway on (03) 57215721. Players can go to the website at www.wangarattasquash.com. au to enter the event.
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function menus available. Dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Amicos are fully licensed and proudly support their local winemakers from Rutherglen, Milawa, Glenrowan and the King Valley. So gather with friends and family and enjoy your next celebration at Dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Amicos. Dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Amicos Wangaratta is located at 59 Vincent Road and opens for dinner seven nights a week â&#x20AC;&#x201C; call (03) 57216544. Dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Amicoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Corowa is at 237 Sanger Street and opens for dinner nightly (except Wednesday) - call (02) 60330666. Damicos Howlong is at 46 Hawkings Street - call 0499 200400 - and opens for lunch Friday to Sunday and dinner Wednesday to Saturday. Check out the website for more details including function menus to plan your special event or booking at www. damicos.com.au.
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YACKANDANDAH
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F you want a place from which to explore the peaceful town of Yackandandah and Indigo Shire from, Yackandandah Townshiphill Motel is an ideal spot for you. The motel staff pride themselves on their warm country hospitality, and facilities include 20 comfortable rooms, an inground pool, picturesque gardens and more. Rooms have full heating and cooling, and
if you wish, you can also start your day off with a light continental breakfast. The staff have plenty of local knowledge and can help you discover the many attractions that Yackandandah and district have to offer, or suggest day trips and other activities. Located on the Myrtleford Road in Yackandandah, the motel can be contacted on (02) 60271467.
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starring Michael Caton and Paul Hogan. A stroll down High Street is a delightful way to learn a little of the history of Yackandandah and only takes 20 minutes or so. Or perhaps you prefer to take a drive? Try one of the following scenic driving routes: Yackandandah Scenic Forest Drive: A 14km drive along ďŹ rm gravel roads taking you through picturesque sections of the dry eucalypt and Stanley Forest in the Yackandandah Creek area. There is a variety of vegetation and wildlife, wallabies, wombats, possums, lizards, rosella, honeyeaters and many other birds. Allans Flat Tourist Drive: A 21km drive on made roads, taking in historical sites such as Hume and Hovellâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cairns, Allans Flat and Reserve, and Osborneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Flat and Lake.
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Amazing talent at GPML GFTUJWBM USIC fans are sure to ďŹ&#x201A;ock to Yackandandah Folk Festival over the weekend of March 21-23. The festival has returned to the village centre after several years of being split between the centre and the local sports park. Due to public demand the whole festival will now be back in town with main venues this year being the marquee on the school oval, the town hall, top pub and back to the intimate feel of the court house. On top of this, there will be music in cafes, an open mic night at the top pub, the youth program at the shed, and after the huge success last year the tiny tots program will again be running. The festival always attracts a variety of quality acts, with this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sensational lineup including David Bridie, The Alaska String Band (USA), The Good Lovelies (Canada), Charlie
Aâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Court (Canada), Mel Parson and The Rhythm Queens (NZ) and The Beez (Germany). Local talent includes Pete Denahy fresh from his third Golden Guitar, Richard Perso making a huge impression on the world stage and the young newcomers The Hounds Homebound. Other acts include Sal Kimber and the Rolling Wheel, Kavisha Mazzella, Jan Preson, Damian Howard and the Ploughboys, Jane Thompson and Faye White, Ange Takats, The April Maze, The Mae Trio fresh from their new talent award at the National Folk Festival, Miriam Lieberman, and many many more. The festival is reasonably priced, starting from a miserly $75 for early bird tickets. A new youth ticket is also available to encourage younger music fans. There are regular major
3&/08/&% 5"-&/5 ARIA award winning songwriter and composer David Bridie will be among those performing at this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Yackandandah Folk Festival.
attractions this year with the opening parade bigger and better than ever, buskers, the largest market in the North East with over 140 stalls. Camping will again be available at the sports park just a leisurely stroll from the village centre. All of the weekend events
begin with the opening parade at 6pm on the Friday, with programmed music at four venues running through until late Sunday afternoon. More information on the festival is available at yackfolkfestival. com or on the eventâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Facebook or YouTube pages.
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50 ALBURY-WODONGA Best Western Meramie Motor Inn 597 Kiewa Street Albury NSW 2640 Phone (02) 60218100 reservations@meramie.com www.meramie.bestwestern.com.au Best Western Stagecoach Motel 188 Melbourne Road Wodonga Vic 3690 Phone (02) 6024 3044 enquiries@stagecoachmotelwodonga.com.au stagecoachmotel@bigpond.com.au www.stagecoachmotel.bestwestern.com.au BEECHWORTH Belmont at Beechworth 7 Williams Street Beechworth Vic 3747 Mobile 0417 457 744 info@belmontbeechworth.com.au www.belmontbeechworth.com.au Best Western Beechworth Motor Inn 54 Sydney Road Beechworth Vic 3747 Phone (03) 5728 1301 contact@beechworthmotorinn.com.au www.beechworthmotorinn.com.au StoneTryst Luxury Spa Villas 10 Granjoise Lane Beechworth Vic 3747 Phone (03) 57281861 stay@stonetryst.com.au www.stonetryst.com.au BOGONG Bogong Alpine Village Bogong High Plains Road, Bogong Vic 3699 Phone (03) 5754 1131 manager@bogongvillage.com www.bogongvillage.com BRIGHT & DISTRICT Bright Colonial Inn Motel 54 Gavan Street Bright Vic 3741 Phone (03) 5755 1633 bookings@brightcolonial.com.au www.brightcolonial.com.au Harrietville Hotel Motel Cnr Great Alpine Road & Mt Feathertop Track, Harrietville Vic 3741 Phone (03) 5759 2525 info@harrietvillehotelmotel.com.au www.harrietvillehotelmotel.com
ACCOMMODATION GUIDE Rivergum Holiday Retreat 386 Honour Avenue Corowa NSW 2646 Phone (02) 6033 1990. Fax (02) 6033 5553 rivergum@holidayretreats.com.au ELDORADO Gemstone Caravan Park 139 Main Street Eldorado Vic 3746 Phone (03) 5725 1745. Fax (03) 5725 1545 cosson@netc.net.au www.eldoradogemstone.com.au MANSFIELD & DISTRICT Comfort Resort Alzburg 39 Malcom Street MansďŹ eld Vic 3722 Phone (03) 5775 2367. Fax (03) 5775 2719 www.alzburg.com.au High Country Holiday Park 1 Ultimo Street MansďŹ eld Vic 3722 Phone (03) 5775 2705. Fax (03) 5775 3199 www.highcountryholidaypark.com.au Kevington Hotel 1 MansďŹ eld-Woods Point Road Kevington Vic 3723 Phone (03) 5777 0543 kevingtonhotel@westnet.com.au www.kevingtonhotel.com.au Willowlake Cottages 16 Willowlake Drive Macs Cove Vic 3722 Phone (03) 5777 3814. Fax (03) 5777 3814 info@willowlake.com.au www.willowlake.com.au MILAWA GOURMET REGION Everton Gardens Caravan Village 2121 Great Alpine Rd Everton Vic 3678 Phone (03) 5727 0365
Big 4 Wangaratta North Cedars Holiday Park 170 Wangaratta Road Wangaratta North Vic 3678 Phone (03) 5721 5230 nthcedar@bigpond.net.au www.northcedars.com.au Billabong Motel 12 Chisholm Street Wangaratta Vic 3677 Phone (03) 5721 2353 www.travelvictoria.com.au/wangaratta/billabong Central Wangaratta Motel 11-13 Ely Street Wangaratta Vic 3677 Phone (03) 5721 2188. Fax (03) 5721 2945 www.visitwangaratta.com.au North Eastern Hotel 1-9 Spearing Street Wangaratta Vic 3677 Phone (03) 5721 3741. Fax (03) 5722 3024 jaffa64@hotmail.com Park View Motor Inn 56 Ryley Street Wangaratta Vic 3677 Phone (03) 5721 5655 or 1800 032 475 Fax (03) 5721 5478 reception@parkviewmotel.com.au www.parkviewmotel.com.au Wangaratta Caravan & Tourist Park 79 ParďŹ tt Road Wangaratta Vic 3677 Phone (03) 5721 3368 wctp@westnet.com.au Wangaratta North Family Motel 372 Bowser Road (Old Hume Highway) Wangaratta Vic 3678 Phone (03) 5721 2624. Fax (03) 5722 4020 wnfm@people.net.au www.wangaratta-motels.com WHITFIELD
Milawa Caravan & Tourist Park 1585 Glenrowan Myrtleford Road Milawa Vic 3678 Phone (03) 5727 3203 milawavanpark@bigpond.com
Valley View Caravan Park 6 Valley View Drive WhitďŹ eld Vic 3733 Phone (03) 5729 8350. Fax (03) 5729 8351
Milawa Lodge Motel Snow Road Milawa Vic 3678 Phone (03) 5727 3326. Fax (03) 5727 3799 milawalodgemotel@bigpond.com www.milawagourmet.com/mil_lodge
YACKANDANDAH
Walnut Tree Cottages 161 Whorouly Road Whorouly 3735 Phone (03) 5727 1310 Mobile 0400149028 stay@walnuttreecottages.com.au www.walnuttreecottages.com.au SHEPPARTON
High Country Motor Inn 13-17 Great Alpine Road Bright Vic 3741 Phone (03) 5755 1244 info@highcountrymotorinn.com.au www.highcountrymotorinn.com.au
Best Western The Carrington 505 Wyndham Street Shepparton VIC 3630 Tel: (03) 5821 3355 Fax: (03) 5821 3734 info@thecarrington.net.au www.thecarrington.net.au
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TATONG
Best Western Heritage Motor Inn 25 Edward Street Corowa NSW 2646 Phone (02) 6033 1800 corowaheritage@bestwestern.com.au www.bestwestern.com.au/corowaheritage
Tatong Tavern 2581 Benalla-Tatong Road Benalla Vic 3672 Phone (03) 5767 2210 www.tatongtavern.com
Bindaree Motel & Caravan Park 454 Honour Ave Corowa NSW 2646 Phone (02) 6033 2500 bindareecp@bigpond.com www.bindareeonthemurray.com.au
Upper Murray Resort 8680 Upper Murray River Road Walwa Vic 3709 Phone (02) 6037 1226 info@uppermurrayresort.com.au www.uppermurrayresort.com.au
Yackandandah Townshiphill Motel 3729 Yackandandah Myrtleford Road Yackandandah Vic 3749 Phone (02) 6027 1467 yacktownspillm@bigpond.com www.yackandandahaccommodation.com.au Yackandandah Holiday Park Yackandandah Myrtleford Road Yackandandah Vic 3749 Ph (02) 6027 1380 info@yhp.com.au www.yhp.com.au
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