
20-03-2010 to 27-03-2010
Lillico, Gippsland Area
25-03-2010 to 28-03-2010
South Melbourne, Melbourne Area
08-01-2011 to 09-01-2011
East Geelong, Great Ocean Road Area
27-11-2010 to 28-11-2010
Morwell, Gippsland Area
28-07-2010 to 01-08-2010
Wonthaggi, Gippsland Area
18-04-2010 to 18-04-2010
Avoca, Goldfields Area
13-05-2010 to 30-05-2010
North Melbourne, Melbourne Area
29-09-2010 to 03-10-2010
Geelong, Great Ocean Road Area
05-01-2011 to 09-01-2011
Buninyong, Goldfields Area
20-03-2010 to 20-03-2010
South Yarra, Melbourne Area
02-05-2010 to 02-05-2010
Ballarat, Goldfields Area
26-12-2010 to 30-12-2010
Melbourne, Melbourne Area
06-11-2010 to 08-11-2010
Halls Gap, Grampians Area
29-05-2010 to 30-05-2010
Winton, Victoria`s High Country Area
28-05-2010 to 30-05-2010
Winton North, Victoria`s High Country Area
09-10-2010 to 10-10-2010
Wandin, Yarra Valley & Dandenong Ranges Area
01-10-2010 to 04-10-2010
Halls Gap, Grampians Area
09-10-2010 to 10-10-2010
Lardner, Gippsland Area
18-04-2010 to 18-04-2010
Ballarat, Goldfields Area
01-01-2010 to 02-05-2010
Melbourne, Melbourne Area
26-07-2009 to 25-04-2010
Warragul, Gippsland Area
27-03-2010 to 10-04-2010
Abbotsford, Melbourne Area
19-02-2010 to 06-06-2010
Geelong, Great Ocean Road Area
13-02-2010 to 31-03-2010
Yarragon, Gippsland Area
21-03-2010 to 21-03-2010
Darnum, Gippsland Area
20-03-2010 to 20-03-2010
Nagambie, Victoria`s High Country Area
07-11-2010 to 07-11-2010
Abbotsford, Melbourne Area
02-05-2010 to 13-06-2010
Tonimbuk, Yarra Valley & Dandenong Ranges Area
14-08-2010 to 15-08-2010
Dinner Plain, Victoria`s High Country Area
25-03-2010 to 25-03-2010
Southbank, Melbourne Area
21-03-2010 to 21-03-2010
Alexandra, Victoria`s High Country Area
13-06-2010 to 13-06-2010
Alexandra, Victoria`s High Country Area
04-03-2010 to 21-03-2010
South Yarra, Melbourne Area
07-01-2011 to 09-01-2011
Bright, Victoria`s High Country Area
15-04-2010 to 15-05-2010
Melbourne, Melbourne Area
05-12-2010 to 05-12-2010
Lorne, Great Ocean Road Area
10-05-2010 to 14-05-2010
Torquay, Great Ocean Road Area
28-03-2010 to 28-03-2010
Smeaton, Daylesford & The Macedon Ranges Area
28-12-2010 to 28-12-2010
Anglesea, Great Ocean Road Area
09-01-2011 to 09-01-2011
Anglesea, Great Ocean Road Area
05-12-2010 to 05-12-2010
Anglesea, Great Ocean Road Area
04-03-2010 to 10-04-2010
Prahran, Melbourne Area
02-10-2010 to 03-10-2010
Glenrowan, Victoria`s High Country Area
28-03-2010 to 28-03-2010
Glengarry, Gippsland Area
24-09-2010 to 26-09-2010
Stawell, Grampians Area
25-04-2010 to 25-04-2010
Moe, Gippsland Area
25-04-2011 to 25-04-2011
South Melbourne, Melbourne Area
25-04-2010 to 25-04-2010
Falls Creek, Victoria`s High Country Area
13-02-2010 to 18-12-2010
Apollo Bay, Great Ocean Road Area
26-03-2010 to 28-03-2010
Apollo Bay, Great Ocean Road Area
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As you wander the extensive country garden, complimentary glass of wine in hand, your senses will be assailed by the tantalising aromas of Gracefield Venison wafting on the breeze, the lilting sounds of Welsh Harp music and an 'indulgent' art exhibition. This event is part of the Gippsland Gourmet Country 'Palate of Passions' festival.2010 FORMULA 1(TM) Australian Grand Prix
The 2010 FORMULA 1(tm) Australian Grand Prix is the country's premier sporting event and offers an action-packed extravaganza of on-track and off-track activities for people of all ages to enjoy. Besides a stellar line-up of elite motor racing, a host of other offerings will keep you entertained throughout the day. Set in the stunning surrounds of picturesque Albert Park and offering striking views of Melbourne's skyline, the 2010 FORMULA 1(tm) Australian Grand Prix will be a feast for t...2010 Geelong Vintage Rally
Displays include: * Steam & internal combustion engines * Working & static steam models * Roy Holden Models * Model Toys * Vintage Farm Machinery, tools and equipment * Country music * Refreshments available * Outside exhibitors welcome2010 Gemstones, Jewellery, Antiques & Collectables Expo
This popular event is unique in Australia as it caters for people of all ages both male and female, collectors travel from Australia wide to buy and sell their wares. You can see gemstones being polished, and stones being faceted to fit jewellery. The expo will feature sales and displays of thousands of different items collected over many years. For example: * jewellery, * collectables, * gemstones, * antique bottles, * fossils, * old tins, * old ra...2010 Lakes Oil Tour of Gippsland
The 2010 Lakes Oil Tour of Gippsland will be held from July 28 to August 1. It is part of the ever-growing Scody Cup cycling series which unearths great young cycling talent. This five-day tour will take in various locations across Gippsland, with plenty of colour and furious racing to be enjoyed by all. See state, national and world champion cyclists up close and personal and learn why Australians perform so strongly in this sport AUD30,000 in prizemoney is up for grabs! Come and su...2010 Nemisis Challenge & MTBA Australian MTB Marathon Championships
Big Hill Events is excited that their upcoming Nemisis Marathon Challenge will be hosting the 2010 Nemisis MTBA Australian MTB Marathon Championships. The Nemisis Marathon Challenge will be held on Sunday 18 April, 2010 in the Pyrenees Mountain Range behind the town of Avoca in central Victoria. The Pyrenees offers some of Victoria's best, and mostly untouched riding, and will be a great home for the event Riders will choose from 90km, 45km, 33km and 15km course distance options to ensur...2010 Next Wave Festival
Next Wave this year presents its 12th biennial festival, the 2010 Next Wave Festival. Since 1985 Next Wave has been dedicated to developing and presenting innovative work by Australia's most interesting young artists. From the 13th to the 30th of May this year Next Wave will showcase almost 60 new art projects in and around central Melbourne, at some of this city's premium venues. The 2010 Next Wave Festival will feature new work across all art form areas including visual arts, perform...2010 UCI Road World Championships
In 2010, Melbourne will welcome the 77th UCI Road World Championships. This event is second only to the legendary Tour de France in terms of importance and prestige in international cycling and it will bring the best riders in the world to Australia. The popularity of the Tour de France in Australia and the excitement created by it will flow on to create unprecedented interest in the World Championships. The event will be held over 5 days of competition from 29th September to 3rd Octobe...2011 Australian Open Men`s and Women`s Road Cycling Championships
Ballarat and the community of Buninyong are proud to host the 2011 Scody Australian Open Men's and Women's Road Cycling Championships. The 2011 championships will showcase some of Australia's best male and female cycling talent. Witness our Tour de France stars, Commonwealth Games and Olympic hero's battle to be crowned Australia's best road cyclist. There will be exciting racing in and around Buninyong, near the historical town of Ballarat. The action starts on Wednesday with the Men's ...209th Birthday of Charles Joseph La Trobe
Members of the La Trobe Society and the Friends of La Trobes's Cottage invite members and friends of the National Trust to a late afternoon picnic to celebrate the 209th Birthday of Charles Joseph La Trobe. Champagne and birthday cake will be served. Please bring a plate to share. Please RSVP by phone to Dianne Reilly20th Ballarat Autumn Day Ride
Very popular fully supported bicycle tours of 30, 60 or 100 kilometres. Suitable for all levels of ability. Set routes, 60 & 100 rides start and finish at Pleasant St Primary School. 30 route starts and finishes in Snake Valley Lunch in Snake Valley. Approx 800 - 1000 riders. Prior registrations or on the day. Early entry prizes.3 MOBILE Boxing Day Test
The traditional Boxing Day Test at the MCG is the most anticipated cricket match each year in world cricket and this year will be no exception. As well as the action on the arena there will be plenty of activities in and around the MCG. 'The Outfield' precinct will provided interactive cricket displays for families in Yarra Park, Federation Square again hosts a live site including all the action on the big screen. For fixtures, match information and ticket prices, please visit our websit...31st Annual Halls Gap Film Festival
There's no need to dream about Cannes when film buffs can preview commercially unreleased Australian and foreign movies at the annual Halls Gap Film Festival set in the beautiful natural surroundings of the Grampians National Park. Films are from Australia, Germany, Ireland, Canada, United States and United Kingdom, some which will be shown for the first time in Australia, some for the first time in regional Victoria and others are straight out of major metropolitan film festivals. ...34th Historic Winton
34th Historic Winton A weekend of non-stop racing featuring over 400 historic racing cars and motorbikes from the 1920s to the 1980s in 46 events, including 18 motorbike and sidecar races. Historic Winton is conducted by the Austin 7 Club with assistance from the Historic Motorcycle Racing Association Vic. Entry fees - Saturday $20, Sunday $30, children 14 and under free admission. For all enquiries, please contact Noel Wilcox after hours on 03 5428 2689, email bigboytoyco@bi...34th Historic Winton
A weekend of non-stop racing featuring over 400 historic racing cars and motorbikes from the 1920s to the 1980s. Celebrations include 100 years of Alfa Romeo, 100 years of the Peugeot Company and 50 years of the revolutionary Peugeot 404, 75 years of Jaguar and the 60th year of the local A7 Club. Highlights are the ever-expanding Special Interest Car Park and Classic Car & Bike Club displays, and a group of 'Depression Era Aussie Ferals', non-restored but still running and registered. Historic W...6th Annual Australian Blacksmith Show
Meet Blacksmiths and farriers from around the country. The history of forging before your very eyes! You will see ornamental smithing, knife making, tool smithing, armour manufacture & horse shoeing. There will also be medieval re-enactments so make sure you don't miss this event on the grounds of the beautiful Mont De Lancey Historic Homestead & Museum.73rd Grampians Wildflower Show
Orchid lovers will be in for a treat at this year's 73rd annual Grampians Wildflower Show, where a colourful array of delicate orchid species endemic to the Grampians will be showcased alongside other native wildflowers unique to the region. With spring the best time to experience Grampians wildflowers, this stalwart event, to be held at Centenary Hall in Halls Gap, is expected to attract more than 2,000 people from across the state and over the SA border. Once described as the 'Garden o...9th Annual Gippsland Baw Baw Garden Expo & Home Show
Gippsland's Premier Garden and Home Show, run by Drouin Lions Club Inc. with AUD20,000 pledged from 2009 Expo to go towards Lyrebird Village for elderly in Drouin. Held in idyllic beautiful undulating country setting just over 1 hour from Melbourne with over 150 beautiful exhibits, displays and sales including: Specialist and general nurseries, landscaping, water saving devices, gardening tools and machinery, hot houses, spas, statues, garden features, interior and exterior furnishings...9th Annual Scale Modelling Exhibition & Swap`N`Sell
The Modellers Of Ballarat will be holding their 9th Annual Scale Modelling Exhibition incorporating a Swap'N'Sell at a larger venue, the Caro Convention Centre, at the University of Ballarat, University Drive, Mt Helen Campus, Ballarat on Sunday 18th April 2010. At the 2009 show the club tabled more than 1,000 scale models of all descriptions and scales. These scale models included Aircraft, Armour, Automobiles, Science Fiction, Ships, Figures, Fantasy and any subject which a member may w...A building with a soul
Phillip Hudson wrote of his design for the Shrine that it would be ... a building with a soul ... A temporary exhibition has been developed to celebrate the 75th Anniversary of the dedication of the Shrine in 1934. The evolution of the Shrine, and its place within Victoria as a site for public and personal reflection, is traced using memorabilia, photographs, sculptures, original designs and watercolours.A Day Out at Lardner Park
Lardner Park lends itself as a fantastic venue for a CMA regional arts, craft and fresh produce market and is ideally located midway between Drouin and Warragul. The site is well sign posted from the Eastern and Western approach of the Princess Highway. Hosting a wonderful diverse range of stalls, this market will have you plunging headlong into a myriad of sensations, a proven feast for the mind, body and soul. From the traditional to contemporary, an eclectic mix of textures, materials and...A Dinner to Die For
Not molecular gastronomy, but a wickedly funny Musical, Murder Mystery Dinner. Set in 1928, Lord Quinten Daventry hosts his party bash. Rumour in social circles is that he will announce his engagement to Miss Fanny. Agatha Christie in spirit - all cut glass accents, pearls, flapper dresses, army outfits and monocles - with lashings of sexual innuendo and double entendres. The core cast include the delightfully flighty Miss Fanny, besotted and oblivious to the designs on her fortune. Un...A is for Animals: An A to Z of Animals in War
Animals in Times of War Most Australians are familiar with the story of Simpson and his donkey, the brave soldier who used a small donkey to carry wounded men down from the front line on Gallipoli. But there are hundreds of stories of service men and women working alongside animals during wartime. A is for Animals: An A to Z of Animals in War is a new exhibition on show at the National Wool Museum in Geelong. On loan from the Australian War Memorial in Canberra, this exhibition brin...A Palate of Passions
A 'Palate of Passions' is a celebration of food, wine and culture in West Gippsland. There is a myriad of events being held by members of the Gippsland Gourmet Country Tourism Association from mid February through to the end of March such as the Jindi Harvest of Gippsland, the World's Longest Lunch on the Trestle Bridge at Noojee, A Taste of Croatia, An Italian Grazing Feast and much more. Join us for one of these exciting occasions and experience the amazing variety, creativity and wealth o...A Taste of Alpaca
Come and tickle your tastebuds with 'A Taste of Alpaca'. Join us at Nickelby at Darnum for an alpaca BBQ accompanied by local wines. A twilight event commencing at 3pm with a fashion parade, wonderful views and music to dance to. Bookings essential. This event is part of the Gippsland Gourmet Country 'Palate of Passions' festival.A.P.S. Regatta (Head of the River)
The Regatta Centre in Nagambie has hosted some of Australia s best rowing talent and this year s APS Regatta showcased a similarly impressive list. Approximately 14,000 people attended this year s APS Heads of the River rowing regatta, which has been successfully hosted by Nagambie since 2001. Last Years Winners: Girls' Head of the River winner was Geelong Grammar School. The boys' winner was Melbourne Grammar School, finally beating Scotch College after that school had won for the last ...Abbotsford Convent Open Day 2010
The community is invited to participate in the achievements of the past five years by attending the annual Open Day and taking a behind the scenes look at life at the Convent. The Convent studios will be open and the artists and practitioners will be demonstrating their craft, whether it be art, performance, music, wellbeing or cooking. Highlights include an art auction raising funds for fire-affected communities, drumming and percussion workshops, guided tours, a Mystery Motifs hun...Abi Edwards Gallery
'An exciting new exhibition of large scale canvases and work on paper by high-profile Gippsland artist Kerrie Warren, whose spectacular exhibitions have received recent acclaim in Australia, Singapore and New York...' Kerrie's aim as an Abstract Expressionist is to bypass self-censoring thought and allow other doors to open, allowing herself to be influenced by layers deeper than the surface. On nominated afternoons during this exhibition, the artist will be available to talk about...Advance Sled Dog Challenge
Dinner Plain is the only Australian Alpine Village where sled dogs are allowed to race, one weekend a year. Celebrating more than 16 years of successful sled dog racing, this race is held over a weekend with 2, 3, 4, 6 and 8 dog teams competing. This annual event showcases the top dogs of sled dog racing in Australia. Teams travel from WA, Queensland, SA, NSW and Victoria to compete in this event. Spectators are most welcome, but it is stressed that dogs not competing be left at home.Al Di Meola
Legendary guitarist, Al Di Meola is bringing his 6-piece Latin Jazz Fusion band World Sinfonia to our shores in March 2010. One of the most prominent virtuosos in the contemporary instrumental jazz field, Al Di Meola's dazzling technique on both acoustic and electric guitars is unmatched, extending to fluid arpeggios flying at breakneck speed and beautiful, slow vibrato-laden melodies. The tour commences in Perth and extends through NSW, Vic, Queensland, New Zealand, Tasmania, South Au...Alexandra Motor Cycle Show and Swap Meet
The Rotary Club of Alexandra, Vic will be holding its 8th annual Motorbike show and swap meet on the 21st March, 2010 at the Alexandra Secondary College, gates open at 9am. Features will include classic, vintage and modern bikes, trade displays and hopefully demo bikes. All profits go to local youth projects.Alexandra Truck Ute & Rod Show
The Alexandra Truck Ute and Rod Show is conducted over 2 kilometres in Grant Street, Alexandra on the Sunday of the Queen's Birthday long weekend. Comprising Trucks, Utes and Rods, Show and Shine, Trade Exhibits, Major Woodchop Tournament, Live Bands and Children's Amusements. Entry is Free. A fun day for the whole familyAlliance Francaise French Film Festival
Australia's biggest celebration of French culture, the Alliance Francaise French Film Festival, celebrates its 21st birthday in 2010 with a fantastic programme of 43 evocative new French films starring a host of France and Europe's finest actors. The Festival will also welcome several international guests, including renowned writer/director Jean-Pierre Jeunet (AMELIE, CITY OF LOST CHILDREN) who will introduce his latest film, MICMACS at the Festival's gala Melbourne opening on 4 March.Alpine Valleys Gourmet Weekend
Awaken your senses with a weekend showcase of delicious regional food and exciting cool climate wines from the spectacular Alpine Valleys. Ease into the weekend on the Friday evening with an Italian barbeque, live entertainment or a locally brewed beer. At Saturday's 'Taste the Valleys' festival, the flavours of the Alpine Valleys will come together in Howitt Park, Bright. Savour the region's innovative wine styles and an array of mouth-watering dishes on the leafy banks of the Ovens...Amethyst Art Space
Amethyst Art Space Amethyst Art Space, an online art gallery will bring together new, mid term and advanced contemporary Australian Artists whose works, shown on our website, are creative mixtures of moods, colours and shapes in a variety of subjects to engage your emotions. These artists show exceptional talent and have ingenious ideas that will astound and captivate. The biographies they have supplied also provide an insight into these artists' worlds, discovering where their inspiration c...Anaconda Adventure Race
The Anaconda Adventure Race is an off road, multi discipline event taking competitors on an adventure filled journey through some of the most spectacular parts of Lorne, Otway Ranges and Great Ocean Road. Attracting upwards of 1500 competitors the event has grown to iconic status and is affectionately referred to as 'The Anaconda!' The event is not necessarily for the faint hearted and you'll certainly earn your sleep in the sun afterwards, but smiling faces of competitors' as they cross...Anaconda MTB Enduro
Five days of incredible mountain bike racing along the sweet single track and dusty trails of the majestic MacDonnell Ranges in Central Australia. The Anaconda Mountain Bike Enduro captures the spirit of the Red Centre with a series of off road races in the very heart of Australia. Coming together as a festival of mountain biking with seven races over five days, competitors will experience the true majesty of the outback and the mighty MacDonnell Ranges, in and around Alice Springs as part of t...Anderson`s Mill Festival
Come see the fun and excitement that is the Anderson's Mill Festival. Promoting the riches of the region - food, wine, music, art, crafts and heritage, the festival is a great weekend to explore, enjoy, taste, try and buy in a setting that is breathtaking and offers a glimpse of the past industry of the early days of the goldfields.Anglesea Rock 2 Ramp Ocean Swim
The Anglesea Rock 2 Ramp is an open water swim held at Point Roadnight Beach over a 1.2 km 'U' shaped course. Each year over 700 swimmers take the water and swim the course which is in a protected bay with the Anglesea SLSC providing the highest level of water safety per capita of all the swims in the area, although 905 swimmers hit the water for the Dec 2008 race. Entry for the event can be made via the ASLSC website, however entries will be accepted on the day. All competitors are requ...Anglesea Surf Life Saving Club - Senior Carnival
The Anglesea SLSC is hosting what is considered the pre-eminant Victorian senior lifesaving carnival at the Anglesea Main Beach. Senior Surf Lifesaving carnivals are held throughout the state, culminating with the State Titles in March and the Australian Titles being held in Scarborough W.A. These carnivals put to the test the skills of lifesavers across a range of disciplines, including, beach sprints, beach flags, surf ski, surf boat with the Ironman being the pinicple event. The A...Anglesea Surf Life Saving Club - Surfboat Carnival
The Anglesea Surf Lifesaving Club in conjunction with the Victorian Surf Rowers league is hosting a surfboat carnival at Main Beach, Anglesea. Surfboats provide, depending on the beach conditions some of the most spectacular sites seen in surf lifesaving as the craft pound through and over waves. This carnival is part of the VSRL Series for 2008/09 and is the first real hitout of the 2009 summer season and will provide spectators great viewing. For competitors, Boat Access is via Riv...Anna Pappas Gallery
'Nerve Bangle' David Palliser David Palliser's most recent paintings focus in on making rich, bright monuments from spare and simple gestures. Beginning from loose gouache sketches on paper made during a residency in Paris, each painting becomes a celebration in a manner that the artist compares to 'a grand ceremony for a flea in a cage.'Annual Glenrowan Winemakers Dinner
Winemaker's dinner marries regional food (prepared by a local chef) with diverse wines of the region. Pre dinner might start with sparkling and dry white, entrée and main might move through varietals like Chardonnay, Verdelho, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz, and to finish with desert, the finest fortified wines the region has to offer. Entertainment and short briefings from the winemakers is on offer as is a courtesy bus from your accommodation.Annual Open Day at the Wineries
Here's your chance to relax and enjoy the cellar-door delights of the area. Taste for free the wines that people are talking about, perhaps purchase a glass or bottle, have a picnic, or a platter of award-winning local cheese. Some of the wineries will be offering the rare treat of a tour of a real working winery! The following wineries are participating: * Narkoojee Wines 170 Francis Rd Glengarry. Ph. 51924257 * TomsCap Vineyard & Cottages 322 Lays...Annual Spring Show Stawell Orchid Society
The Stawell Spring Show is considered to be the largest orchid show held in regional Victoria. It features orchids of all different genera, arranged in large and individual displays. A spectacular and colourful display, this event is not be missed by anyone who is venturing to the Grampians region in Spring.ANZAC Day
The tradition of the ANZAC's continues with a great day's racing! The flag raising ceremony kicks off the day and the popular 2 Up will be played on the main lawn. A great day for family with free kids' rides to keep them entertained all day.ANZAC Day at the Shrine
The Dawn Service commences on the Shrine Forecourt at 6am. The ANZAC Day March along St Kilda Road starts at approximately 9am and concludes at the Shrine by 1pm for the Commemorative Service.Anzac Day Dawn Service Falls Creek
On the 25th April, 2010 watch the sun rise over Eagle Rock above the village and remember our fallen heroes in this special dawn service on top of Victoria at the Anzac Day Dawn Service at Falls Creek. Take time to remember those who have fought for the freedom that we now enjoy, form the doorsteps of the heavens.Apollo Bay Community Market
Apollo Bay Market is on most Saturdays throughout the year and provides an excellent opportunity for a pleasant morning with quality handmade wares, conversation, coffee from nearby cafes and the beach all on offer. Located on the Apollo Bay foreshore, on the Great Ocean Road, between the Apollo Bay Surf Life Saving Club and the Tourist Information Centre Apollo Bay Market stall holders are from the local area, making or growing what they sell. It is very much a community market being he...Apollo Bay Music Festival
Rock along to the rhythm and views at this coastal music extravaganza. Apollo, among his other ancient duties, was god of Music and the Arts. What more fitting place then than Apollo Bay as the stage for one of Australia's most popular music festivals. The 18th Apollo Bay Music Festival is being held on the weekend of 26th, 27th 28th March, 2010. As always, there is something for everyone, from the popular kids' tent with its shows and workshops, through to youth performances, rock, blue...