Events Calendar - Northern Grampians Shire Council

EVENTS
Calendar 2015
3rd March
Served with High Tea—Women in
Business Workshop Series
6th March to 27th March
Stawell & District University of the Third
Age (U3A) Term 1
Great Western Community Hall, Main Street,
Great Western
Stawell Health & Community Centre,
8-22 Patrick Street, (2nd Floor, Ruby Room)
Stawell
“The 5 inefficiencies you do everyday without even
knowing it” - Served with High Tea/Women in Business Workshop Series commences from 6.00pm to
8.00pm at the Great Western Hall.
General admission includes: Buffet High Tea and
Presentation at a cost of $37.00.
Various dates as indicated:
6th March
13th March
1pm Drama
2.20pm BYO piece of music
(3 minutes long)
1pm Creative Writing
2.20pm Current Affairs
1pm to 3.20pm Classical music
(one hour sessions)
Lunch organised by Ann Vanwell
1pm Making a Point in the 13th
Century
2.20pm Trivia Quiz
The VIP Package includes: Presentation, Reserved
front section seating, Personal 2 Tier High Tea
dessert stand at your table and 30 minutes SMART
Session Consultation with chance for redemption
post Workshop (Value total over $85.00) at a cost
of $52.00.
20th March
All registrations to be submitted by 2 March 2015.
To register please follow the link: https://
www.eventbrite.com/e/the-5-inefficiencies-you-doeveryday-without-even-realising-it-served-with-high
-tea-women-in-tickets-15566374445
For further information, please contact Cheryl on (03)
5358 3183.
For further enquiries, please contact: 0422 112 922
Livefast Lifestyle Café,
Shop 5, Stony Creek Stores, Grampians Road,
Halls Gap
5th March
St Arnaud Football/Netball/Hockey
Club Triathlon
25th March
27th March
7th March Maddison Wilson Performs at Livefast
Performs live from 7.30pm, meals from 6.00pm.
St Arnaud pool and surrounds, Grant Street,
St Arnaud
For table bookings, please contact Will Hudson on (03)
5356 4400.
Suitable for youth under 16 through to forty plus
years. Commences from 5.00pm to 7.30pm.
Website: www.livefast.com.au
For further information, please contact Roxanne on
0427 310 147 or Yelana on 0432 167 667.
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8th March
Stuart Mill Picnic Day
Stuart Mill Recreation Reserve,
Stuart Mill Low Road, Stuart Mill
Commences from 10.00am
Activities include: Fastest Farmer Competition,
Novelty Races, Jumping Castle, Shearing Display,
Face Painting/Balloons, Lego Display BBQ canteen , Vintage cars display and much more.
For further information, please contact Neil Stead
on 0409 779 938 or Debra Borg on (03) 5499 9277
11th March
Festival of Small Halls
Glenorchy Hall, Forest Street, Glenorchy
Commences from 6.30pm to 10.00pm.
Folk music festival which is touring through regional
Victoria. A fun filled evening for the whole family.
For further information, please contact Carly on (03)
5358 0507.
12th 13th & 14th March
Moyston Sheep Dog Trials
13th March
Free Business Forum in Horsham
Australia China Business Council
Horsham Golf Club, 304 Golf Course Road,
Haven
Commencing at 10.45am for 11.00am start.
In partnership with Australia China Business Council
and Regional Development Victoria.
There will be a panel of expert speakers providing
export and trade advice, tailored specifically to the
Grampians business community.
Please follow the links below for more information:
http://www.acbc.com.au/events_526-2
http://www.acbc.com.au/initiatives_29
Or contact Regional Development Manager, James
Scullin with any queries on (03) 9027 5611 or email:
james.scullin@acbc.com.au
13th & 14th March Grampians Food Alliance Launch
Ararat College Trade Training Centre,
Brakly Street, Ararat
Moyston oval, Ararat-Halls Gap Road, Moyston
Friday 13th March: Featuring Emma Dean—Winner
of Masterchef 2013 from 4.00pm to 7.00pm.
Depending on entries, the sheep dog trials will commence approximately 8.30am Thursday to 4.00pm,
then 8.00am Friday to 5.00pm and Saturday
8.00am to 3.00pm, with finals beginning around
1.00pm.
Activities include:
Cooking demonstrations
Local produce stalls
Food swaps and live music
FREE Entry
There will be country catering:
Morning and afternoon teas @$4 Lunch @ $10.
Saturday 14th March from 10.00am to 3.00pm
Local producers and backyard people and sites in
your local area. Maps will be available at the
Launch.
On Friday after the finals there will be Roast Lamb/
Beef Salads @ $10 and Desserts @$5.
The bar will open at 6.00pm to 10pm and entertainment from 6.00pm to 9.00pm.
To register, please contact Meagan Ward by the 10th
March 2015 on (03) 5352 6227 or Email:
pcphp@grampianscommunityhealth.org.au
Accommodation is available with powered sites –
camping sites and local B & B’s.
Enquiries: Max Mclean Ph: 0419 382 315
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14th & 19th March
Grampians Textures 2015
15th March (Cont) Stawell Regional Arts—Café Culture
Series ‘The Sounds of Silent’
Various venues throughout Halls Gap
Commences from 9.00am to 4.00pm each day.
Autumn in the Grampians - Western Victoria, is a
wonderful time of year.
Tickets on sale at Stawell Library (03) 5358 1274,
Cost: $20 (students 16 and under accompanied by
an adult admitted free of charge), tickets at the door
on sale at a cost of $25.
Develop your interest and build on your skills in fibre arts at Grampians Texture.
BYO drink and nibbles, tea/coffee & homemade cake
available for purchase.
An opportunity to work with leading Australian and
international textile art tutors in 2, 4 or 6 day workshops.
For further information, please contact David on (03)
5358 2059.
For further information, please contact the Event
organiser, Marion Matthews on 0428 825 971 or
Email: grampianstextures@gmail.com
15th March
Block Party
Residents in Stawell
Stawell Regional Library, Cnr. Sloane & Patrick
Streets, Stawell
Commences from 11.00am to 2.00pm .
barbeque, entertainment for all ages.
18th March National Playgroup Week
Stawell Neighbourhood House, (at the Powerhouse), 42 Sloane Street, Stawell
Held from 10.00am to 1.00pm (next to Cato Lake)
Come along and join in the fun with your children.
Activities include: Lunchbox demonstrations, Playgroup Victoria’s Play Van activities, boomerang painting and mask making, maternal child nurse and dietician will be there too.
Casual
A community event to introduce all residents (old
and new) to sporting/social/community groups in
Stawell.
Promoting social connection/inclusion into the shire.
RSVP: Tuesday 3 March for catering purposes to
Sepe Illig or Kerry Wilson at the Stawell Library (03)
5358 1274
Email: stawell.library@wrlc.org.au
15th March Stawell Regional Arts—Café Culture
Series ‘The Sounds of Silent’
Stawell Entertainment Centre,
63-65 Main Street, Stawell
The Café Culture Series ‘The Sounds of Silent’ will
be held at the Stawell Entertainment Centre on
Sunday 15 March 2015, from 5.00pm. (Cont)
For more details, please contact: Suzie Hamilton on
(03) 5358 7465 or Lisa Gillard on 0456 869 390.
Hosted by Powerhouse Playgroup.
21st to 22nd March Country Fire Authority & State
Emergency Services Halls Gap Zoo
Fundraiser
Halls Gap Zoo, Ararat-Pomonal Road,
Halls Gap
Commences between 10.00am and 4.00pm.
Open days at zoo, Cost $5 entry per person, raising
funds for local Country Fire Authority and State
Emergency Services teams.
For further information, please contact Rachel Deckert: 0419 009 254.
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21st March Murder Mystery Show Fundraiser
Stawell Central Park Clubrooms, Napier Street,
Stawell
Commences from 6.00pm to 10.30pm.
Dress code: Semi formal or optional 1930’s mobster style. Pre drinks at 6.00pm with show and dinner commencing at 7pm.
Cost: $100 per person (includes 2 course meal,
beer, wine, soft drink and reduced cost spirits.
Tickets available from Dave at Stawell Foster
Mensland at 0408 996 803 or Susan Byron for enquiries at 0407 502 571.
26th March & 30th April
Open Mic Night at
Livefast Lifestyle Café Halls Gap
Shop 5, 97 Grampians Road, Halls Gap
Open for meals from 6.00pm, music from 7.00pm,
open mic night from 8.00pm, last Thursday of each
month from here through to Spring and Summer
months.
Local wine, craft beer ($5 each) and featuring a
special menu.
For further information or bookings, phone Will on
(03) 5356 4400. www.livefast.com.au
28th & 29th March
Volunteer Fire Brigades Victoria
State Rural Championships at
St Arnaud
Lord Nelson Park, Charlton Road, St Arnaud
Commences at 8.30am until 4.00pm each day.
Promoting teamwork and fire fighting skills for Country Fire Authority members.
A series of events ran against the clock using fire
fighting equipment on replica tanker stands.
For further information, please contact Barry Wiseman on (03) 5499 8265.
28th & 29th March
Woody’s Murray to Moyne
Cycling Relay
Cycle relay from Echuca to Hamilton/Port Fairy
Annual fundraising cycle relay from Mildura. Echuca
& Swan Hill to Port Fairy on the weekend of Saturday
28 & 29 March 2015.
For further enquiries, please contact Maggie Leutton
on 0467 788 765.
30th March
Stawell Harness Club Race Day
78 Patrick Street, Stawell
27th March Wine & Savoury Tasting
Stawell Hospital Auxiliary
Bistro Opens at 12.30pm.
Stawell Entertainment Centre, 63-65 Main
Street, Stawell
For further details, please contact: Lisa McIllvride
Phone: (03) 5358 1237
Website: www.stawellharnessracing.com.au
Commences at 6.30pm.
Eight exciting races.
Cost: $20/per person
For further information, please contact Brenda
Clark on (03) 5358 2059 or Eleanor Reid on (03)
5358 2032.
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2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th & 6th April
Apex/Lions Stawell Easter Carnival
Cato Park, Victoria Street,
(across from Central Park), Stawell
Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday from
6.00pm to close.
Monday from 11.00am to close.
Contact: Doug Harvey 0406 234 342
3rd April
Deep Lead
Easter Art & Craft Exhibition
Old Deep Lead School, Western Highway,
Deep Lead
From 10am–5pm daily.
Admission $5 (including light refreshments).
3rd, 4th & 6th April (Cont)
Stawell Golf Club Easter Events
Ladies’ and men’s Stroke competition, held Saturday
4th April with Hit-Off from 12.00 noon to
12.30pm. Normal entry fees apply. Sponsored by
Comfort Inn, Stawell.
Ladies’ and men’s Stableford competition, held Monday 6th April.
Registration from 11.30am to
12.15pm. (Includes afternoon tea). Sponsored by
Hi-Way 8 Motor Inn.
Contact: 0497 568 707 (Col Prockter)
3rd April
Stawell Gift Calcutta
Stawell Entertainment Centre,
63-65 Main Street, Stawell
Contact: Shirley Strachan (03) 5358 1607 or 0418
507 933
Betting on the Gift commences Friday evening at the
Stawell Entertainment Centre with the Calcutta and
Call of the Card.
3rd April
Great Western Rodeo
Doors open to the public at 6.00pm.
Great Western Racecourse, Moyston Road,
Great Western
Contact: Stawell Athletic Club on (03) 5358 1326 or
www.stawellgift.com
Strictly no BYO (checks apply).
3rd, 4th & 5th April
Ozact presents ‘How You Like It’
Grampians Shakespeare Spectacular
Free camping available onsite Friday night
(Camping available other nights for a small fee).
Recovery breakfast on sale Saturday morning.
Plenty of action and activities for all the family.
(Gates open 10am). Admission: at gates.
Contact: Danny Hoare 0429 981 812
3rd, 4th & 6th April
Stawell Golf Club Easter Events
Marnoo Road, Stawell
Ladies’ and men’s Stableford competition held Friday 3rd April Registration from 12.15 to 12.45pm,
Shot Gun start 1.00pm (includes afternoon tea).
Sponsored by Albright Metals. (Cont)
Heatherlie Quarry (11 kms from Halls Gap),
Roses Gap
Celebrate with OZACT, its Twentieth Anniversary of
performing Shakespeare in the great outdoors - ‘AS
YOU LIKE IT’.
Performances each day commence at 3.00pm.
AS YOU LIKE IT is Shakespeare’s enthralling
‘exploration of love’, set in court and country.
It is a tumultuous journey of deception and desire,
rivalry and romance, pathos and parade of wit.
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3rd, 4th & 5th April (Cont)
Ozact presents ‘How You Like It’
Grampians Shakespeare Spectacular
Pack a rug and cushion and share the exceptional
magic of Shakespeare in the great outdoors.
Bookings: www.ozact.com or call 0419 330 516.
Tickets also available at the venue.
Website: www.ozact.com
4th April
Stawell SES Market
SES Drill Hall, Sloane Street, Stawell
Commences at 9.00am to 3.00pm, home grown
produce, craft, plants and clothing.
Contact: Jenny on 0408 501 918 or Alan on 0408
247 034
4th April
Stawell Main Street Sensation
Main Street, Stawell
In true Easter Saturday tradition, the Main Street
will be closed to traffic from 9am to 1pm so locals
and tourists alike can soak up the Easter atmosphere, live music, children’s activities plus much
more!
Indulge in local specialty shopping, great coffee and
food delights.
Contact: Dave Kaczynski (03) 5358 1137
4th April
The Wander Inn Easter Market
Wander Inn, 2637 Northern Grampians Road,
Wartook Valley, Wartook
On the grounds of the Wander Inn, commences at
10.00am to 4.00pm
Contact: Jenny (03) 5383 6377
4th & 5th April
Stawell Collectors, Restorers &
Hobby Show
Stawell Clay Target Complex, Lavett Road,
Stawell
Held over two days during Easter.
Saturday: 10.00am to 5.00pm
Sunday:
10.00am to 4.00pm
This event will cater for all makes and models of vintage and classic cars, plus motor cycle, 4WD and
motor sports performance equipment, including all
types of memorabilia and cars for sale.
Swap meet held on Sunday.
Admission: $5.00 (Children under 16 free)
All enquiries to Phil on (03) 5358 2178
4th April
Big Bucks Bingo
Stawell Bowling Club, Napier Street, Stawell
60 games, two jackpots, refreshments available.
Eyes down at 6pm.
Admission: $6 per session per set of books.
Contact: Margaret Puddy on (03) 5358 3768
5th April
Lindsay Kent Memorial
5km Fun Run/3km Walk or Run
Stawell Racecourse, Pomonal Road, Stawell
Enter, start & finish at Stawell racecourse car park.
Winners’ & Random Sash.
Spot prizes.
Assembly 8.30am for 9.00am sharp start.
Entry: $10 Adults & $5 U/14.
Contact: Keith Lofthouse (03) 5356 2493.
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5th April
Halls Gap Primary School Market
Halls Gap Primary School, School Road,
Halls Gap
Homemade & home grown produce, goodies,
clothes, art & craft items held at the School
grounds, Halls Gap.
9.00am to 2.00pm Easter Sunday.
Bacon & egg rolls from 9.00am.
Sausage sizzle from 11.00am.
All proceeds to the school.
Website: http://www.hgps.vic.edu.au/craft.html
5th April
Ecycle Solutions Stawell Gold Cup
Stawell Racecourse, Pomonal Road, Stawell
Commences Easter Sunday from 11.00am to
8.00pm.
A feature event, attracting big crowds, entertainment, activities, live music, fashions on the field,
face painting, temporary tattoos, jumping castle,
rock climbing wall and Kelly Sports supervised children’s activities.
Geared towards a family fun day and themed as the
Stawell Easter Sunday Children’s Eggstravaganza,
it is a must for any family with highlights such as
‘Over-sized Children’s Egg and Spoon Race’ and
the ‘Golden Easter Egg Hunt’.
Buses will run from Halls Gap, Lake Fyans and the
Gift Hotel in Stawell before and after the last race.
An eight race card is programmed, commencing at
1.00pm and the last at 5.30pm.
There will be a full bar, catering and TAB facilities
available on-course and a band playing after the
last race.
Cost: Adult $20, Concession $15, children under 17
FREE when accompanied by an adult.
5th April (Cont)
Ecycle Solutions Stawell Gold Cup
Website:www.countryracing.com.au/stawell-wimmera
-racing-club
Facebook: Stawell Racing Club
Follow us on Twitter: @StawellRacing
12th April
Stawell Regional Arts—Stage Show
‘Belles of Broadway’
Stawell Entertainment Centre,
63-65 Main Street, Stawell
The stage show ‘Belles of Broadway’ will be held at
the Stawell Entertainment Centre on Sunday 12 April
2015, from 2.00pm.
For further information, please contact David Clark
on (03) 5358 2059.
15th to 24th April
‘Touched by Talin’ &
‘Million Steps for a Cure’
Northern Grampians Shire
Between the hours of 7.00am and 6.00pm, awareness and fundraising for these two causes.
For further information, please contact Jane on 0403
259 824
17th April
Stawell Harness Club Race Day at
TABCORP PARK
Western Freeway, Melton
Held at TABCORP PARK.
For further details, please contact: Lisa McIllvride
Phone: (03) 5358 1237
Website: www.stawellharnessracing.com.au
For further information, please contact, Penny Penfold or Marcus Marrow on (03) 5358 5290.
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18th April
Folk for Refugees
2nd May
Stawell Regional Arts ‘Gallipoli’
Fallen Giants Vineyard, 4113 Ararat-Halls Gap
Road, Halls Gap
Stawell Entertainment Centre, 65 Main Street,
Stawell
Commences at 3.00pm to 9.00pm.
Stage Show ‘Gallipoli’ performance to be held in the
Stawell Entertainment Centre at 7.30pm.
This benefit gig is to raise awareness and funds for
Asylum Seeker Resource Centre Footscray.
For further information, please contact Corinne
Leahy on (03) 5356 4601 or 0409 334 800, and/or
email: corinne.raymant@hotmail.com
25th April
ANZAC Day March and Service
For further information, please contact David on (03)
5358 2059.
10th May
Mother’s Day Classic Walk
North Park, Lamont Street, Stawell
Commences from 8.00am to 12.00noon.
Main Street, Stawell
Commencing at 11.00am in Main Street and at the
War Memorial in Main Street.
To promote community awareness of breast cancer
and to provide community opportunity to participate
in walk/fun run.
For further information, please contact Des Leonard
on (03) 5358 3588.
For further information, please contact Merrilyne Middleton on (03) 5358 1952 or 0428 501 135 or Pam on
(03) 5358 5464 or 0428 598 272.
2nd May
Petanque Autumn Triples
Tournament
13th May
Stawell Harness Club Race Day
Halls Gap Boule-o-Drome, situated at the Halls
Gap oval, Grampians Road, Halls Gap
Annual Tournament held in conjunction with Grampians Grape Escape weekend.
Please refer to the website for detailed costs of
tournament entry fees and packages associated
with the Grampians Grape Escape.
Website: www.grampianspetanque.com.au
Membership of the Grampians Petanque Club Inc.
is open to individuals and corporate entities. The
individual membership fee is currently $20 per a
and each Saturday a social game is held at 2.00pm
at the Boule-o-Drome.
Visitors are always welcome and equipment is supplied.
Contact: Tim Walsh (Secretary) on (03) 5356 4288
Email: tim@timsplace.com.au
78 Patrick Street, Stawell
Bistro Opens at 12.30pm.
Eight exciting races.
For further details, please contact: Lisa McIllvride
Phone: (03) 5358 1237
Website: www.stawellharnessracing.com.au
24th May
4th Annual Run the Gap Fun Run
MOCO Gallery, 475-481 Grampians Road,
Halls Gap
With breathtaking views of Mt William and the Serra
Range, participants can choose the 6km run/walk or
go the distance in a 12km run which includes a lap
across the stunning Lake Bellfield, finishing with a
complimentary brekky brunch in Halls Gap village
parklands.
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24th May (Cont)
4th Annual Run the Gap Fun Run
Run the Gap is a not for profit organisation with all
profits going to enhance Bike/Walk tracks and Fitness areas in Halls Gap.
Registration open online in December, or contact
event organiser, Monique on (03) 5356 4664.
Website: www.runthegap.com.au
31st May
Stawell Regional Arts Café Culture
Series ‘Taliska’
Stawell Entertainment Centre,
63-65 Main Street, Stawell
The Café Culture Series ‘Taliska’ will be held at the
Stawell Entertainment Centre Sunday 31 May 2015,
from 5.00pm.
11th June (Cont)
Stawell Regional Arts
Classical Talent on Tap Evening
This event is open to people of all ages and in particular students who are studying classical music
and who would like to share their talent with the local community.
All members of the local community, especially family and friends are invited to come along and support
and enjoy this special evening.
Entry by gold coin donation and soup, tea and coffee will be supplied.
For more information or to register interest in performing or to book a table, please contact David on
(03) 5358 205 9 or email: djc2@bigpond.com
10th to 12th July
Winter Woollies Festival
For further information, please contact David Clark
on (03) 5358 2059.
Stawell Neighbourhood House (Powerhouse),
42 Sloane Street, Stawell
1st June
Stawell Harness Club Race Day
Commences 4.00pm to 6.00pm on Friday, 10.00am
to 5.00pm Saturday and 10.00am to 4.00pm on
Sunday.
78 Patrick Street, Stawell
Bistro Opens at 12.30pm.
Entry: Gold coin donation from the public
Eight exciting races.
$1 per item to be sold with 25% of sales going to
Stawell Eventide Homes, with all profits on the day.
For further details, please contact: Lisa McIllvride
Phone: (03) 5358 1237
Website: www.stawellharnessracing.com.au
For all enquiries, please contact Cherrelle Nicholson
on 0447 358 992.
11th June
Stawell Regional Arts
Classical Talent on Tap Evening
Stawell Uniting Church Hall, Scallan Street,
Stawell
Commencing at 7.00pm
(Cont)
Denotes change/first time advertised
For further information please visit: www.ngshire.vic.gov.au
or contact Carly Garonne, Community Partnerships Officer on
(03) 5358 0507 or email: carly.garonne@ngshire.vic.gov.au
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