Mount Beauty Writers Festival
Come and enjoy the stories of award-winning authors in the picturesque Alpine setting of Mount Beauty. With a sensational line up of award-winning authors including Thom Woodroofe, Michael Brissenden, Saskia Beudel, Margaret Hickey and Dr Peter Coleman. The winners of the Youth Writing Competition will also be announced between the morning and afternoon sessions before…
Read MoreThe Bark Hut
Step into the charm of The Bark Hut, a welcoming home nestled in one of Victoria’s most historic and picturesque towns. This inviting 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom home comfortably sleeps up to 7 guests and places you just a short, scenic stroll from Beechworth’s buzzing cafés, boutique shops, wine bars and heritage attractions. Wake to…
Read MoreAlpine Blueberries
Come and experience the simple pleasures of farm life at the beautiful Alpine Blueberries farm, situated across the road from the rail trail. Enjoy 13 delicious flavours of award-winning Topolino Gelato, freshly picked organic blueberries and their irresistible chocolate-coated blueberries. Browse the small farm shop, filled with a carefully selected range of locally sourced products,…
Read MoreBeechworth Telegraph Station
Long before phones and the internet, the Beechworth Telegraph Station connected Beechworth to the wider world. Built in 1858, the Telegraph Station was the region’s communications hub, transmitting messages between Melbourne, Sydney and beyond using Morse Code. News travelled at unprecedented speed, including reports relating to Ned Kelly, the Kelly Gang and the siege at…
Read MoreJones Winery Craft Market
Set in the Jones Winery carpark and garden area, the Jones Winery Craft Market brings together local artisans, growers and producers for a relaxed day of shopping, tasting and connection. Wander through the stalls to find handmade gifts, and regional produce – each crafted with care and authenticity. Enjoy the festive atmosphere, meet the makers…
Read MoreJamieson Bush Dance
Get ready for a night of live music, dancing and good old-fashioned country fun at the Jamieson Bush Dance. Held in the historic Jamieson Memorial Hall, this family-friendly evening brings locals and visitors together for a great night out. Blackberry Jam Bush Band will fill the hall with live traditional bush music, inviting everyone onto…
Read MoreGravity Jam – Mystic Bike Park
Get ready for a mountain bike weekend with a difference. Gravity Jam lands at Mystic with bigger racing, more riding, live entertainment and an atmosphere that’s as much about hanging out with mates as it is about chasing the fastest time. Whether you’re a seasoned racer, a weekend rider or you’ve never lined up at…
Read MoreA Growling Grass Frog and a Crackle of Cockatoos
Hop into the Yea Wetlands these school holidays for some frog and cockatoo stories and activities. With its bushland setting and frog lagoons the Yea Wetlands is an ideal place for learning about frogs and cockatoos. Sitting in the Yea Wetlands Discovery Centre story circle, a fun experience in itself, children will be delighted by…
Read MoreLounge of the Flamingo
Lounge of the Flamingo is the collaborative creation of Australian songwriter/producer Paris Wells and long-time musical partner Mauritian born musician/producer Finley François, the album is a lush Australiana, Latin-inspired lounge masterpiece. Recorded live at Frying Pan Studios, housed within the iconic MONA Gallery in Tasmania, the nostalgia in this album creates a coziness beyond clouds.…
Read MoreJamie Oelhers Quartet
Celebrating John Coltrane’s 100th Anniversary Jamie Oehlers, one of Australia’s premier jazz saxophonists, presents the music of probably the most well-known saxophonist in jazz music history, John Coltrane. Coltrane’s music ranges from beautiful, haunting ballads and tone poems, to highly energetic and powerful modal improvisations. It’s almost impossible to be a saxophonist and not be…
Read MoreGianni Marinucci’s Born to Be Blue – Celebrating Chet Baker
Cool, intimate and deeply expressive, the music of Chet Baker continues to captivate generations of jazz lovers. Born to Be Blue celebrates the life and sound of one of jazz’s most iconic voices – a trumpeter and singer whose lyrical playing and unmistakable vulnerability left an enduring mark on the music. From the cool sophistication…
Read MoreThe Bamboos featuring Kylie Audlist
Now into their 25th year, The Bamboos have maintained their worldwide reputation as trailblazers of funk and soul. Their 11th studio album This Is How You Do It signals yet another stage in their continual evolution. The album explores new ground yet remains unmistakably the trademark combination of Lance Ferguson’s Soul powered production style, their…
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