2010
JANUARY
Saturday 2nd January
Beaufort Market
An initiative of Beaufort Community House & Learning Centre and held
at Memorial Park, Havelock Street, Beaufort
Phone: Penny 5349 2396 or email
penny@vic.chariot.net.au
Saturday 16th January
Crowlands Film Festival
Location: Crowlands Hall
Contact Bryan on 0407 348 563
Sunday 24th January
Avoca Riverside Market
The Avoca Riverside Market is held on the 4th Sunday of the month in
Cambridge Street and along the riverside in Avoca.
CONTACT Johann Westin on 0488177647 or
westin27@aapt.net.au
Tuesday 26th January
Australia Day Celebrations
Location: Landsborough Recreation Reserve
Contact: Pyrenees Shire Council 5349 1100
Tuesday 26th January
Australia Day Pool Party
Location: Avoca Swimming Pool
Contact: Kaye Charlesworth 0417 560 507
FEBRUARY
Saturday 6th February
Beaufort Market
An initiative of Beaufort Community House & Learning Centre and held
at Memorial Park, Havelock Street, Beaufort
Phone: Penny 5349 2396 or email
penny@vic.chariot.net.au
Sunday 28th February
Avoca Riverside Market
The Avoca Riverside Market is held on the 4th Sunday of the month in
Cambridge Street and along the riverside in Avoca.
CONTACT Johann Westin on 0488177647 or
westin27@aapt.net.au
MARCH
Saturday 6th March
Beaufort Market
An initiative of Beaufort Community House & Learning Centre and held
at Memorial Park, Havelock Street, Beaufort
Phone: Penny 5349 2396 or email
penny@vic.chariot.net.au
Sunday 7th March
Seduction By Tastebuds Dinner with Three Troupers Brewery
We are kicking of the 2010 series of Seduction Lunches with a dinner
accompanied by the fine flavoiurs of beers from Beauforts Three
Troupers Brewery matched with food prepared By Ricardo Momesso from
Melbournes One-hat Italian Bistro, Sarti. This event is a must for
the beer and food lovers.
Location: Cave Hill Creek, Raglan
Contact: Avoca Information Centre 1800 206 622
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information
Friday 12th March
Moonambels World Longest Lunch
12:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Location: Taltarni Vineyard, Moonambel
Taltarni Vineyard is the picturesque and unique setting for the
fifth Moonambel in-style World's Longest Lunch. Moonambel Events
Inc., with the University of Ballarat and the Charlton Catering
Service, will present the finest of the Pyrenees, complemented by
specially selected Pyrenees wines from Taltarni, Dalwhinnie,
Warrenmang, Summerfield, Peerick, Redbank, Melross Estate and Blue
Pyrenees.
Price: $100(non refundable)
Bookings: Avoca Information Centre 1800 206 622
Saturday 20th March
Pyrenees Petanque Club - Avoca Doubles Tournament
Contact Ken Field on 5465 3064
Location: Avoca
Sunday 27th March
Avoca Riverside Market
The Avoca Riverside Market is held on the 4th Sunday of the month in
Cambridge Street and along the riverside in Avoca.
CONTACT Johann Westin on 0488177647 or
westin27@aapt.net.au
APRIL
Saturday 3rd April
Beaufort Market
An initiative of Beaufort Community House & Learning Centre and held
at Memorial Park, Havelock Street, Beaufort
Phone: Penny 5349 2396 or email
penny@vic.chariot.net.au
Sunday 11th April
Viva Grampians Pyrenees
Multicultural Food & Performances will take centre stage in a new
festival coming to the Ararat Performing Arts Centre Forecourt this
April. ‘Viva Grampians Pyrenees’, which will run from 10:30am – 3pm
on 11th April 2010, is a celebration of the diverse mix of cultures
living in this beautiful part of Victoria. The festival will feature
a colourful range of food stalls, performances and workshops, many
of which will be run by migrants who have settled in the region.
For
the kids there will also be a jumping castle, face painting and
henna tattoos, while adults will enjoy a selection of local wineries
and breweries all offering tastings and sales throughout the day to
compliment the food on offer.
Entry to the all age event is free and it will prove to be a
great family activity on the last day of the Easter School Holidays.
For enquires about the event contact Bruce Marshall at Ararat Rural
City Council.
(PH: 03-5355-0218
bmarshall@ararat.vic.gov.au
)
Sunday 18th April
MTBA Mountain Bike Marathon Championships
Location: Pyrenees State Forest, Avoca
Contact: Rohin Adams 0416 083 460 or
http://www.mtba.asn.au
22nd-25th April
With A Twist Music Festival
Location: Pyrenees State Forest
Contact: Luke Eltze 0409 649 903
Friday 23rd - Monday 26th April
Pyrenees Festival of Racing & Tasting
The picturesque Pyrenees region comes alive during the
Festival of Racing & Tasting with great activities for everyone. The
only problem is the long weekend is barely long enough to fit it all
in!

Friday 23rd April
Pyrenees Pubs Night
There's nothing better than a Friday
night in a country pub!
Kick off your long weekend at an iconic Pyrenees Pub. While enjoying
a wholesome meal with family and friends, you will also be
supporting the heart of any country town...the local pub! Contact
your closest pub to find out what is happening in their venue.
Click
Here for more details.
Saturday 24th April
Winery Bus-A-Bout
Taste your way around the Pyrenees!
Hop on board for a hassle free day of Pyrenees food and wine.
Arriving at participating wineries every 30-40 minutes, the Winery
Bus-A-Bout Tours are designed so you can hop on & hop off whenever
and wherever you please. As part of your Bus-A-Bout ticket, you will
also be provided with a souvenir Pyrenees tasting glass for you to
enjoy the select wine tastings that are included in this great day.
So, whether you enjoy a couple of wineries for the day or visit
several, you will have a fabulous time tasting the delights of the
Pyrenees region and joining in the activities the wineries and
winemakers have in store for you.
Click Here
for more details.
Saturday 24th April
Movie Night at the Racecourse
Enjoy a Free Movie on the Big Screen!
Come along to the racecourse for a BBQ, a few quiet bevies, fun
games & free carnival, and a free family movie. This night is a
great chance for locals to catch up and visitors to enjoy a free
event during the festival.
Food: BYO, purchase from the Club BBQ / food vendors or bring
your own picnic hamper.
Beverage: Club will have a bar open (No BYO alcohol). Coffee
vendor will be oncourse.
Movie: Movie will start at on dusk (racecourse open and games
start at 4pm)
Camping: Campers & Caravaners welcome at $10 per site / per
night.
Click
Here for more details.
Sunday 25th April
ANZAC Day
ANZAC Day Dawn Service
A reminder of the dawn landing on Gallipoli in 1915, commemorate the
diggers at the dawn service in Avoca. Held in the main street.
Riverside Markets
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to the festival that would be great.
Mount Avoca Anzac Day Races
Kick back Avoca style & enjoy country racing with traditional ANZAC
Day activities at the Avoca Racecourse. Share in the spirit of this
spectacular race day with legalised 2-Up, sounding of the last post,
local wineries, food, fun and other family activities.
Come & Enjoy:
- Country thoroughbred racing at its finest
- Pyrenees Food & Wine Village, featuring Mount
Avoca; Lamplough Estate; Amherst Winery; Taltarni Vineyard;
Warrenmang Vineyard & Resort and Redbank Estate.
- Large range of gourmet food
- 2UP by the Avoca RSL
- Live Sounding of the Last Post
- World War II Ex-Military Vehicle Parade by
the Military History Group
- The Creswick Lighthorse Troop
- The National Anthem live
- The ever popular eight-piece Biggish Band
- Kids' carnival, games, face painting, clown,
animal farm, playstation games & The Great Avoca Grape
Competition.
- A night under the stars camping at the
racecourse
Click
Here for more details.
Monday 26th April
Pyrenees Open Day
Complete an amazing weekend in the
Pyrenees by visiting some local galleries, picking up a dozen of
your favourite wines or bushwalking in the Pyrenees ranges.
Click
Here for more details about the Pyrenees Open Day and the
Pyrenees Festival of Racing & Tasting.
Sunday 25th April
Avoca Riverside Market
The Avoca Riverside Market is held on the 4th Sunday of the month in
Cambridge Street and along the riverside in Avoca.
CONTACT Johann Westin on 0488177647 or
westin27@aapt.net.au
MAY
Saturday 1st May
Beaufort Market
An initiative of Beaufort Community House & Learning Centre and held
at Memorial Park, Havelock Street, Beaufort
Phone: Penny 5349 2396 or email
penny@vic.chariot.net.au
Saturday 1st & 2nd May
Lake Goldsmith Steam Rally
38 Acres of Living Heritage
The Lake Goldsmith steam preservation society was established in the
late 1950's, with a handful of remnant engines operating in a
paddock nostalgically re-creating a bygone era...
From the point, the movement has advanced to the position, where,
not only is it acclaimed as "Australia's premier steam rally", but
to that of international recognition.
The Association's 38 acres site whilst being home to one the largest
gatherings of historic machinery in Australia, also hosts visiting
enthusiast groups, including car, truck, tractor and stationary
engine clubs bringing an ever changing variety of exciting and
unusual exhibits to our rallies.
Location: Lake Goldsmith
Contact: please see
www.lakegoldsmithrally.org.au
Saturday 8th and Sunday 9th May
Ballarat Heritage Weekend
Take an unforgettable journey back in time this Mother’s Day at the
Ballarat Heritage Weekend – 8 and 9 May. This year, the Pyrenees
have a range of buildings and museums on show for you to explore
which include:
Beaufort Historical Society - Courthouse Beaufort -
Tours of historical buildings and sites in and around Beaufort.
These can be self guided walking or driving tours. Ph 5349 8227
Beaufort Keepsakes - 57-59 neil St, Beaufort -
Demonstrations of arts and crafts using techniques from days gone
by. Ph 5349 2509
Imperial Egg Gallery - 18 Neil Street, Beaufort - Come
and view a scene from our past, a simple egg transformed into art,
then this collection will forever remain in your heart. Ph 5349 2297
Pyrenees Pottery Gallery - 14 Lawrence St, Baeuafort -
Demonstrations of pottery making Saturday and Sunday at 2pm. ph 5349
3064
Four Corners Hobbies - 46 Neil Street, Beaufort -
Demonstrations and activities with model steam engines Ph 5349 3030
Belmont Homestead - 653 Main Lead, Raglan - Open
garden and stables of historic homestead Ph 5349 7215
Mt Lonarch Gallery - 1104 Amphitheatre Road, Mt
Lonarch - See world class ‘Fine Bone China’ being made in the
traditional manner Ph 5466 2258
Watlington - 462 Sims Lane, Avoca - Old wares, relics
and vintage cars on display. Ph 5465 3230
Saturday 15th May
Seduction By Tastebuds at Redbank Winery
Seduction By Tastebuds is an annual series of amazing food and wine
experiences across Victoria's Pyrenees Wine region. This month Ikuei
Arakane From Pan Asians Company will be designing a menu to
compliment Redbank Wineries Finest Wine. Cost is $130.00 per person
all inclusive
Location: Redbank Winery
Contact: Avoca Information centre 1800 206 622
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information
Sunday 23rd May
Avoca Riverside Market
The Avoca Riverside Market is held on the 4th Sunday of the month in
Cambridge Street and along the riverside in Avoca.
CONTACT Johann Westin on 0488177647 or
westin27@aapt.net.au
Sunday 23rd May
Pyrenees Hot Rods Picnic at Riverside Market
Proudly supported by Avoca Festivals and Events
Location: Dundas Street, Avoca
Contact: Nicky and Gordon on 5465 3411
Saturday 29th & 30th May
Reflections: Moonambel Art Exhibition & Blue-Moon Market
Local artist Marjorie Venes of Lamplough
and sculptor Kevin Free of Landsborough will exhibit their
Pyrenees-inspired work in an exhibition to be mounted at the
Moonambel Pavilion over the Weekend. The Weekend Occasion is
presented by the energetic Moonambel arts group as part of their
Yours for the Artsing series of arts-inspired occasions for everyone
to join in and enjoy.
Come along to ‘Meet the artist’ on Sunday 2pm to 3.30pm and share a
glass of local wine with nibbles. There will be live music,
Devonshire teas and a raffle of Pyrenees wine and local products.
The Exhibition opening hours are Saturday 1pm to 4.30 pm and Sunday
9am to 3.30pm. Entry: a gold coin donation.
On Sunday, along with the exhibition, there will also be a ‘Once in
a Blue Moon’ Market from 9am to 1pm.
Location: Moonambel Pavilion
Contact : Jan Curtis Phone: 5467 2353 Email:
janandray@activ8.net.au
or John Hurdle Phone: 5467 7271
Email:
jhurdle2@bigpond.com
Sunday 30th May
The 20th Annual After Vintage Luncheon
A wining and dining marathon. Join the regions winemakers and
celebrate the end of another successful grape harvest over this
long, slow legendary lunch. Taste the wines of the Pyrenees matched
to a fabulous four course menu. From noon till late. Book early, it
is always a sell-out!
Location: Warrenmang Vineyard and Resort
Contact: Warrenmang on 5467 2233
JUNE
4th – 7th June (Queens Birthday Weekend)
Pyrenees Art Exhibition
Beaufort Shire Hall
Contact Beaufort Resource Centre 03 5349 1180
Saturday 5th June
Beaufort Market
An initiative of Beaufort Community House & Learning Centre and held
at Memorial Park, Havelock Street, Beaufort
Phone: Penny 5349 2396 or email
penny@vic.chariot.net.au
Sunday 13th June
Seduction By Tastebuds at Warrenmang Vineyard and Resort
Seduction By Tastebuds is an annual series of amazing food and wine
experiences across Victoria's Pyrenees Wine region. This month
Warrenmang will celebrate its 21st Birthday by welcoming back
orginal chef Dean Matthews who has received a career total of 13 Age
Chef Hats to compliment Warrenmangs Finest Wine. Cost is $130.00 per
person all inclusive
Location: Warrenmang vineyard and Resort
Contact: Avoca Information centre 1800 206 622
Click Here for more
information
Sunday 27th June
Avoca Riverside Market
The Avoca Riverside Market is held on the 4th Sunday of the month in
Cambridge Street and along the riverside in Avoca.
CONTACT Johann Westin on 0488177647 or
westin27@aapt.net.au
JULY
Friday 2nd, Saturday 3rd and Sunday 4th
July
Heroes Winter Run
Friday 2nd - will include a meet and greet
at the local Hotel in Avoca which will include a warm fire, finger
food and a juke box!
Saturday 3rd - Registrations from 9am to 11am, 11.30am will be a Rod
Run to the Moonambel Hotel for Lunch and then onto Taltarni Winery
and Eurabbie Estate for wine tastings. Saturday night you can join
us for a Rock n Roll night with band 'Endangered Species'.
Sunday 4th - Show and Shine competition in the main street of Avoca
(registrations between 9am and 11am)
Contact Len or Chris on 5439 7169
Saturday 3rd July
Beaufort Market
An initiative of Beaufort Community House & Learning Centre and held
at Memorial Park, Havelock Street, Beaufort
Phone: Penny 5349 2396 or email
penny@vic.chariot.net.au
Saturday 17th July
Seduction By Tastebuds at Mount Avoca Vineyard
Seduction By Tastebuds is an annual series of amazing food and wine
experiences across Victoria's Pyrenees Wine region. This month Mount
Avoca welcomes Best Young Chef in the Age Food Guide, Nicholas
Poelaert to design a menu to compliment Mount Avoca’s finest wine.
Cost is $130.00 per person all inclusive
Location: Mount Avoca Vineyard
Contact: Avoca Information centre 1800 206 622
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information
Saturday 17th July
George Derrick Memorial Sprint Car Rally
Location: Avoca RSL Hall
Contact: (03) 9016 4367
www.ccrmit.com
Sunday 25th July
Avoca Riverside Market
The Avoca Riverside Market is held on the 4th Sunday of the month in
Cambridge Street and along the riverside in Avoca.
CONTACT Johann Westin on 0488177647 or
westin27@aapt.net.au
AUGUST
Saturday 7th August
Beaufort Market
An initiative of Beaufort Community House & Learning Centre and
held at Memorial Park, Havelock Street, Beaufort
Phone: Penny 5349 2396 or email
penny@vic.chariot.net.au
Saturday 14th August
Seduction By Tastebuds at Blue Pyrenees Estate
Seduction By Tastebuds is an annual series of amazing food and
wine experiences across Victoria's Pyrenees Wine region. This
month Blue Pyrenees welcomes Simon Humble from Tutto Bene to
design a menu to compliment Blue Pyrenees finest wine. Cost is
$130.00 per person all inclusive
Location: Blue Pyrenees Estate
Contact: Avoca Information centre 1800 206 622
Click Here for more
informationSaturday,
21 August 2010
Bushdance with "The Colonials"
7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Round up your friends, family and neighbours for a night of
great music, 'knees up' and lots of laughs! A fundraiser for the
Snake Valley festival committee. Food, beer, wine and non
alcoholic drinks for sale. Strictly no BYO. "The Colonials" have
been a force in the Melbourne Celtic Folk music scene for more
than 25 years. A rich blend of unashamedly traditional Celtic
songs and tunes with more contemporary acoustic sounds.
Family tickets (2 adults, 3 children under 15 yrs old) $30.
Adults $12.50 Extra children under 15 years old $5 each.
LOCATION: Snake Valley Hall
CONTACT: 5344 9327
EMAIL:
shiree@pilkintonproductions.com
Sunday 22nd August
Avoca Riverside Market
The Avoca Riverside Market is held on the 4th Sunday of the
month in Cambridge Street and along the riverside in Avoca.
CONTACT Johann Westin on 0488177647 or
westin27@aapt.net.au
Saturday 28th & 29th August
Russell Drever Exhibition
Location: Moonambel Pavilion
On the weekend of the 28th and 29th August, the public will be
treated to an opportunity to view the work of Moonambel artist
Mr Russell Drever at the Moonambel pavilion, another, 'Yours for
the Artsing', Moonambel Arts & History Group event. This will be
Russell's tenth solo exhibition since 1971. Russell is a well
respected artist who has held solo exhibitions in important
galleries from Melbourne to Paris to Regional Victoria. Contact
Jan Curtis 5467 2353
SEPTEMBER
Saturday 4th September
Beaufort Market
An initiative of Beaufort Community House & Learning Centre and held
at Memorial Park, Havelock Street, Beaufort
Phone: Penny 5349 2396 or email
penny@vic.chariot.net.au
Sunday, 5 September 2010
Beaufort Blue Light Motorcycle Club Ride Day
10:00 AM
A family focused club, providing a safe environment for young people
to ride. BBQ lunch is available to purchase on most ride days.
LOCATION: Beaufort Motorcycle Track
CONTACT NAME: Janine Thompson PHONE: 5349 7332
EMAIL:
aj292@bigpond.com
Tuesday, 14 September 2010
RUNNING AN EFFECTIVE COMMUNITY ORGANISATION
11:00 AM - 2:30 PM
VCOSS - Victorian Council of Social Services is pleased to present a
workshop on: Running an effective community organisation - the legal
role and responsibilities of people involved. The workshop is aimed
at those involved in running a not-for-profit community
organisation, whether they have recently joined a committee or board
or have been involved for a period of time. Essentially the training
is for any board or committee of management member who would like to
know more about their role and the legal duties that come with
helping to run a not-for-profit community organisation in Victoria.
As a result of completing the program, attendees will have an
increased understanding of their community organisation, their role
within the organisation. This will increase the capacity and
capability of attendees to govern their organisation legally and
effectively.
Participants will also learn about the further resources and
services available for community organisations from both the VCOSS
Clearinghouse and PilchConnect.
LOCATION: Beaufort Community Development Centre Cnr Pratt & Lawrence
Streets Beaufort
CONTACT NAME: Maria Rice PHONE: 5349 1138
EMAIL:
maria.rice@pyrenees.vic.gov.au
WEB:
www.vcoss.org.au
Thursday, 16 September 2010
Avoca Primary School Concert
7:00 PM
The 121 Avoca PS students put their artistic talents on show for the
public to see. Tickets are available from the school. A matinee
performance is also conducted from 1.30pm.
LOCATION: Avoca Town Hall
CONTACT NAME: Patrick Tacey PHONE: 03 5465 3176
EMAIL:
tacey.patrick.j@edumail.vic.gov.au
Friday, 17 September 2010
Beaufort Blue Light Disco
6:30 PM - 10:30 PM
Beaufort Blue Light Disco:
Juniors $5.00, 6.30pm - 8.00pm
Seniors $6.00, 8.30pm - 10.30pm
Prizes to be Won
No Pass Outs
LOCATION: Beaufort Scout/Guide Hall
CONTACT NAME: Sandra Watkins PHONE: 5349 2508
EMAIL:
watkinsgs@bigpond.com
Sunday 26th September
Avoca Riverside Market
The Avoca Riverside Market is held on the 4th Sunday of the month in
Cambridge Street and along the riverside in Avoca.
CONTACT Johann Westin on 0488177647 or
westin27@aapt.net.au
OCTOBER
Saturday 2nd October
Beaufort Market
An initiative of Beaufort Community House & Learning Centre and held
at Memorial Park, Havelock Street, Beaufort
Phone: Penny 5349 2396 or email
penny@vic.chariot.net.au
Saturday 9
October
Spring Banquet
7.30pm
Enjoy a sumptuous three course dining experience expertly prepared
by renowned one hat chef Riccardo Momesso of Melbourne's Sarti
restaurant utilising the region's freshest produce, matched with
delectable regional wine...an evening not to be missed! $120 per
person
LOCATION: Mount Langi Ghiran Winery
CONTACT: 5354 3207
EMAIL:
amacpherson@langi.com.au
Saturday 9th and Sunday 10th October
Avoca Eco Festival
12.00noon-9.00pm
Spend an enchanting evening on the banks of the Avoca River and help
the Friends of the River Group celebrate a year of improvements
along our waterway.
The official opening of the Riverside Nature Trail will take place
at 4:30pm.
Other activities include:
- Skate
Board Clinic, 12noon to 5pm
- Free
Children's theatre performance, 3 to 4pm
- Bug
sampling and water testing by North Central WaterWatch
-
Photographic displays of the river
- RMIT vegie
garden
- Walks and
fun and games along the river.
- Bring you
rod and catch a fish!
- Lions Club
BBQ tea from 6pm
- Lighting
of the enchanted lanterns at dusk. Bring a rug and join in the
fun!
- Monster
Garage Sales on Sunday
This is the
second of our annual Eco Living Festivals.
LOCATION: River Flats, Dundas Street, Avoca
CONTACT NAME: Marg Pilgrim PHONE: 03 5465 3230
Saturday 16th October
PJA & Blue Pyrenees Avoca Cup
Enjoy the country racing atmosphere, countless choices of gourmet
food with a wide range of Blue Pyrenees red, white and sparkling
wines. Adding a little glamour to the event will be the Fashions on
the Field. Categories include the Best Dressed Lady, Best Dressed
Gent and the Best Dressed Couple. The day will also provide live
music, children’s activities, punters club ran by the 'man in the
pork pie hat,' Barry Slater, and not forgetting a strong 6 race
program with full TAB and bookmaker facilities.
Those who like to watch the metropolitan racing will not be
disappointed with the big screen showing live telecasts of all the
Caulfield Cup action. The Avoca Cup is the perfect opportunity
to dress up and enjoy the delights of spring racing in the country.
www.avocaraceclub.com
Saturday 23rd October
Mawallok Open Garden for Charity
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Celebrate 100 years of gardening at Mawallok and help raise funds
for charity. The historic Western District property Mawallok boasts
an exquisite 7 acre garden designed by renowned landscape architect,
William Guilfoyle. It is the best remaining example of his work in
private hands and has not been open to the public for 3 years.
Admission: Adult -$10 Child- $5 (joint beneficiaries Beaufort and
Skipton Health Services and CARE Australia)
LOCATION: Geelong Road, Stockyard Hill
CONTACT NAME: Serena Mitchell PHONE: 0419 589145
EMAIL:
mfpoffice@bigpond.com
Sunday 24th October
Avoca Riverside Market
The Avoca Riverside Market is held on the 4th Sunday of the month in
Cambridge Street and along the riverside in Avoca.
CONTACT Johann Westin on 0488177647 or
westin27@aapt.net.au
Saturday
30th and Sunday 31st October
Moonambel 150th Anniversary
The 150th Anniversary of the Gold Rush and Town Settlement of
Moonambel.
The party will coincide with the 'Party in the Pyrenees'
fireworks display (held biennually).
The Moonambel School Welfare Association will stage a memorabilia
display and the Public Hall will also have a display of historic
photos and various relics.
There will be a play depicting the finding of gold by James and John
Thomas to be staged at the Common by the local drama group.
Sunday morning will see a Thanksgiving Service held at the Common
for the lives of the early pioneers who settled here. This is also
where there will be an unveiling of a plaque to commemorate this
occasion.
Saturday 30th & 31st October
Lake Goldsmith Steam Rally
38 Acres of Living Heritage
The Lake Goldsmith steam preservation society was established in the
late 1950's, with a handful of remnant engines operating in a
paddock nostalgically re-creating a bygone era...
From the point, the movement has advanced to the position, where,
not only is it acclaimed as "Australia's premier steam rally", but
to that of international recognition.
The Association's 38 acres site whilst being home to one the largest
gatherings of historic machinery in Australia, also hosts visiting
enthusiast groups, including car, truck, tractor and stationary
engine clubs bringing an ever changing variety of exciting and
unusual exhibits to our rallies.
Location: Lake Goldsmith
Contact: please see
www.lakegoldsmithrally.org.au
Sunday 31st October
Pyrenees Escapade
11.00am-4.00pm
A European Wine and Food Weekend. Join in the festivities focussing
on local wines and the region's quality produce in european inspired
dishes. Activities include an International Master-class, wine
option challenge, petanque tournament, musicians and door prizes
every hour. Entry $20 per person includes souvenir festival wine
tasting glass, and festival carry bag. International Master-class
$40 (limited seats available), Tasting plates $10 - purchase at the
event.
LOCATION: Avoca Turf Club Function Centre
CONTACT NAME: Kate Kirkpatrick 0408 414 660
EMAIL:
info@pyrenees.org.au
WEB:
http://www.pyrenees.org.au/escapade/index.htm
NOVEMBER
Saturday 6th November
Beaufort Market
An initiative of Beaufort Community House & Learning Centre and held
at Memorial Park, Havelock Street, Beaufort
Phone: Penny 5349 2396 or email
penny@vic.chariot.net.au
Saturday 13th November
Seduction By Tastebuds at Dalwhinnie
Seduction By Tastebuds is an annual series of amazing food and wine
experiences across Victoria's Pyrenees Wine region. This month
at Dalwhinnie Adrian Richardson from Carlton Restaurant La Luna will
design a menu to compliment Dalwhinnies finest wines. Cost is
$130.00 per person all inclusive
Location: Dalwhinnie Vineyard
Contact: Avoca Information centre 1800 206 622
Click Here for more
information
Saturday 13th November
Pyrenees Magic Bike Ride
The ride known as Pyrenees Magic, leaves Avoca at 9:00 am on
Saturday the 14th of November and takes in the townships of
Moonambel, Landsborough, Elmhurst & Amphitheatre and back to Avoca,
approx 100km ride. The aim of the ride is for each person to ride
within their capability and have an enjoyable day out. Rest stops
are provided at Landsborough and Elmhurst with drinks and snacks and
in the event of not being able to complete the ride there is a “Sag
wagon “to transport you back to the start point.
Entry forms can be found at Avoca information centre contact Andrew
Thomas
Tel: 03 54612605 Email:
andeb@netconnect.com.au
Saturday, 20 November 2010
Snake Valley Festival
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Live music, diverse market place and food vendors, photography and
visual art exhibitions and more!
The Snake Valley Festival (Rally in the Valley) is a one-day
community event, offering a unique blend of the traditional and
contemporary in a small pocket of the Pyrenees Shire. We shine the
spotlight on local, regional and guest artists, providing access to
diverse performance and visual art experiences. Great food,
old-fashioned games, multiculturalism and a diverse market place sit
alongside photography, sculpture, exhibitions, workshops,
performances, theatrical twists, history and more. The festival
encourages upskilling, raising profiles of community groups,
inclusion of all ages, artistic expression, sustainability and
'quirky-ness'!
LOCATION: Main Street, Snake Valley
CONTACT NAME: Shiree Pilkinton PHONE: 5344 9311
EMAIL:
shiree@pilkintonproductions.com
Sunday 21st November
Beaufort Show
Location: Goldfields Recreation Reserve
Contact: James Kirkpatrick 5349 8235
Sunday 28th November
Avoca Riverside Market
The Avoca Riverside Market is held on the 4th Sunday of the month in
Cambridge Street and along the riverside in Avoca.
CONTACT Johann Westin on 0488177647 or
westin27@aapt.net.au
Sunday 28th November
Avoca Ute Show - Rumble on the River Flats
Location: Avoca
Contact: Teagan Westin 0409 514 219
Sunday 28th November
Avoca Primary School Fete
Location: Avoca Primary School
Contact: Debbie Hicks 03 5465 3176
DECEMBER
Saturday 4th December
Beaufort Market
An initiative of Beaufort Community House & Learning Centre and held
at Memorial Park, Havelock Street, Beaufort
Phone: Penny 5349 2396 or email
penny@vic.chariot.net.au 
Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th December
Pyrenees Petanque Tournament
Contact Ken Field on 5465 3064
Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th December
Kevin Frees Annual Exhibition
Location: Bourke Street Landsborough
Contact: Kevin Free 5356 9203
Saturday 17th December
Carols at the Rotunda
Location: Beaufort Band Rotunda
Contact: Ron Thompson 5349 7216
Sunday 26th December
Avoca Riverside Market
The Avoca Riverside Market is held on the 4th Sunday of the month in
Cambridge Street and along the riverside in Avoca.
CONTACT Johann Westin on 0488177647 or
westin27@aapt.net.au