Defining Moments with Tony Harrington
Join Tony Harrington at The Delatite Hotel as he takes you through his recently published book Defining Moments. Defining Moments brings together a vast collection of Harro’s work into one hefty volume with 1,352 pages of powerful images and inspirational stories. The photographs are hypnotic and each one represents a unique moment; both for Harrington…
Read MoreMansfield Readers and Writers Festival
Join them in the heart of Victoria’s High Country for a weekend celebrating stories, ideas, and the people who tell them. Across two days you will hear from award-winning authors in four lively Saturday panels, an unmissable Saturday evening event, a hands-on writing workshop and two more thought-provoking panels on Sunday. Their 2025 theme—Place and…
Read MoreMount Beauty Market
The Mount Beauty Market has been a much-loved monthly event since 1979. Held on the first Saturday of each month, it features a variety of stalls, including locally made items, fresh produce, plants and seedlings, home baked treats, pre-loved items, and more.
Read MoreAuthor Talk – Take My Advice, I’m Not Using It – Wangaratta
Ready for a wild, laugh-out-loud ride through Australia’s criminal underbelly? Join Rod Halsted, larrikin, risk-taker and now debut author with powerhouse publisher Allen and Unwin, as he he takes you on a wild ride through addiction, crime, and redemption at this in conversation event with Geoff Romero. From drinking with Bob Hawke to dealing with…
Read MoreSpring Tunes, Picnic Vibes at Ringer Reef
Enjoy a perfect afternoon of live music, hand crafted wines and unbeatable views at Ringer Reef. This Spring, Ringer Reef is showcasing the talents of Victorian musicians, the perfect accompaniment to the best that the High Country has to offer. No bring your own drinks please (including on the lawn). They have a great range…
Read MoreNoble New Year’s Degustation Dinner
Join in and indulge in an unforgettable degustation dinner featuring exquisite, seasonal dishes and delicious wines. Be entertained by prominent local jazz band – Sweet Buzz and dance the night away. The experience includes a six course degustation dinner as well as a welcome drink and sparkling wine to bring in the New Year.
Read MoreYackandandah Garden Club Open Gardens 2025
Three Gardens, one day, endless inspiration. Spend a day exploring three unique gardens each offering a different experience. Karniyah is a beautiful example of a large country garden at its best, featuring stunning horseshoe lake with fountain, water lilies and much much more. There will be a barbeque lunch available. 51 Fernleigh Crt, Osbournes Flat…
Read MoreJan Donaldson – Objects of Being
Dr. Jan Donaldson (PhD) presents an exhibition of brooches and jewellery in the Gallery Shop throughout September, exploring identity through artifacts. Using form, image, and symbol, the works investigate the intimate and often uncanny relationship between object and self. Drawing on the theatricality of dolls, puppetry, and masks, the works engage with beauty, illusion, and…
Read MoreVolant
Volant has bloomed from a long-standing curiosity of the beauty and intricacy of birds – both in their song and movement, and as enduring symbols of freedom. Led by acclaimed saxophonist Matthew Ottignon, the Sydney quartet features pianist Lauren Tsamouras, bassist Hannah James, and drummer Hayley Chan. Volant have dug deep, burrowing into a brand…
Read MoreDale Barlow and Chris Johnstone with Special Guests
One of Australia’s most accomplished and internationally recognised jazz artists, Dale was a member of legendary American groups The Cedar Walton Quartet, and Art Blakey’s Jazz Messengers, two of the greatest training grounds for young musicians in jazz history. Widely recognised as an inspiring, virtuosic and original Tenor saxophonist/ composer, he is also an accomplished…
Read MoreNicki Parrott Trio
Nicki Parrott is a jazz musician performing in Wangaratta as part of the Wangaratta Fesival of Jazz and Blues. Born in Newcastle, Australia, Nicki started her musical training at age four with the piano and flute. Nicki switched to double bass at the age of 15. After graduating high school she moved to Sydney to…
Read MorePaul Williamson Hammond Combo
The Paul Williamson Hammond Combo brings a dynamic blend of groove, grit and soul-jazz to this year’s Wangaratta Jazz Festival. Fronted by acclaimed Melbourne saxophonist Paul Williamson, the group draws on the rich traditions of classic Hammond organ trios, delivering a sound that is both timeless and fiercely contemporary. The Combo began their journey in…
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