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Sunday 14th March 2010

Events on Sunday 14th March 2010

Steam Shuttles from Flinders St to Williamstown

Steamrail Victoria will be conducting Steam Shuttles from Flinders St Station to the Williamstown Festival. Ride in the historic carriages and enjoy the delights of steam travel! Lots to do in Williamstown.

  • Departs Flinders St: 10:10am, 11:35am, 2:15pm, 3:35pm, 4:45pm
  • Departs Williamswton: 9:15am, 10:53am, 1:33pm, 2:53pm, 4:15pm

Adult $10 / Under 16 $5 / Family $25 (all return) (Note on pricing)

Sunday 14th March 2010

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Enquiries: (03) 9387 1953

Mordialloc by the Bay Fine Food Wine & Music Festival

Mordialloc by the Bay Fine Food, Wine and Music Festival returns for an action-packed weekend on Sat 13 March & Sun 14 March. Proudly presented by Kingston City Council and its principal sponsor Brighton Hyundai, this event attracts more than 60,000 people over two days. Feat jazz, blues, latin, swing, Master Chefs, gourmet food and wines, rides and more.

Saturday 13th March (11am to 10.30pm) and Sunday 14th March (11am to 6pm).

Peter Scullin Reserve, Mordialloc Foreshore -

A small entry fee applies Enquiries: (03) 9581 4754

Williamstown Festival

In the 32 years of The Williamstown Festival 500,000 people have been drawn to Commonwealth Reserve to engage with the community, hear music, dance, perform, take advantage of local traders and market stalls, admire the view across the Bay, marvel at the history of the area, and witness the jaw dropping, fun-filled, family friendly Mainstage, Opening Ceremony and annual Cannon Firing. Full details at Williamstown Festival.
12th to 14th March 2010

Commonwealth Reserve, Williamstown -

Enquiries: (03) 9397 1352

Darebin Community and Kites Festival 2010

Bring your own kite or watch the dazlling array of kites flying . With family entertainment and stalls.
10am to 5pm, Sunday 14th March 2010

All Nations Park, Separation Street, Northcote - (Mel ref 30 G7)

Enquiries: (03) 8470 8305

Herring Island Summer Arts Festival

20 February to 8 March Contemporary Art Society of Victoria Inc... [CAS Inc..} - Contemporary by Nature Opening 12-2pm on 20 February, the exhibition is open from 12:00pm to 4:45 pm each Saturday and Sunday and Labour Day.

See interpretations of the natural world in painting, photography, works on paper & sculpture, by a wide range of Australian contemporary artists. A range of the exhibiting artists will be present throughout the exhibition, to talk about the works. See the opening and hear from some of the artists here: Details contact: Cressida Fox 0407 059 194

13 to 28 March Koorie Heritage Trust "birra dungul-ung" which means “go to the river” Opening 12-2pm on 13 March, the exhibition is open from 12 noon to 4:45 pm each Saturday and Sunday

There may be the opportunity to visit the exhibition during the week. Inquiries should be directed to Koorie Heritage Trust exhibition manager, Maree Clarke. Contact: Maree Clarke Exhibition Manager Koorie Heritage Trust Inc ­0408 055 641

3 to 18 April Photography Studies College Melbourne shifting tides

Opening 12 - 2pm on 3 April, the exhibition is open from 12 noon to 4:45pm each Saturday and Sunday and Easter Monday. Contact Photography Studies College 03 9682 3191

noon to 4.30pm, weekends, 24th Jan to 18th April

Herring Island -

ACO Soloists - Five Concertos

Australian Chamber Orchestra with Helena Rathbone (Guest Director and Lead Violin), Christopher Moore (Viola), Timo-Veikko Valve (Cello), Maxime Bibeau (Double Bass) and Diana Doherty (Oboe) perform:

  • Vaughan Williams Oboe Concerto
  • CPE Bach Cello Concerto in A minor
  • Schreker Intermezzo and Scherzo
  • Hindson Crime and Punishment (2010 Barbara Blackman Commission)
  • Britten Lachrymae
  • JS Bach Concerto for Violin and Oboe
2.30pm 14th March & 8pm 15th March 2010

The Arts Centre, Melbourne -

Enquiries: 1800 444 444

Heritage Apple Tree Sale Day

Apples at Rippon LeaRippon Lea is proud to announce that we are offering a selection of our famous heritage apple trees for sale to the public at a special sale day on Sunday March 14th from 10am. Our garden staff have selected a range of varieties from our orchard and grafted them on site. All these varieties are no longer commercially grown and are very difficult to obtain. The breadth of flavour these older cultivars span is quite amazing to those of us accustomed to the half a dozen or so modern apples. All would make a great addition to the home garden. Our garden staff will be on hand to answer queries and provide advice while tasting and cultivation notes will be provided with each tree. A large selection of ornamental plants from our nursery will also be available including many from the National Trust's own historic gardens. Stock is limited so we advise you to come early to avoid disappointment. Come for the Heritage Apple Sale, bring a picnic lunch and stay for Summer Sessions.
From 10am, Sunday March 14th 2010

Rippon Lea Estate, 192 Hotham Rd, Elsternwick -

Standard entry prices apply

Summer Sessions music and fun for the kids

Over the summer months the popular ‘Summer Sessions’ will be on at Rippon Lea House & Garden. You can take a picnic, relax and be entertained within the lush surrounds of this grand 19th century estate. Children’s art and craft activities conducted by Camp Australia include: face painting, bead decorations, badge making, tug of war, handball target and live music entertainment. Prices for 2010 are:

  • Adult $12, Concession $9
  • Child $6.50 and Family $30

Note on pricing

12noon to 4pm, Sundays until 28th March 2010

Rippon Lea Estate, 192 Hotham Rd, Elsternwick -

Melbourne Food and Wine Festival

Foodies rejoice! The delicious 2010 Melbourne Food and Wine Festival will see every corner of the city hosting a lip-smacking lunch, a food-lover’s fiesta or a mouth-watering master class. Enjoy canapés and cocktails on a city rooftop or something lazy and leisurely in the city laneways.
12th to 23rd March 2010

Various locations around Melbourne & Victoria -

Enquiries: (03) 9658 9658

Melbourne Tramways Band Concert

Come along and enjoy the free 'Stage Sensations' concert in Wattle Park as part of the popular Melbourne Tramways Band concert series. Bring a picnic to share with family and friends and enjoy a Sunday afternoon in the park. (Please note - this event may be cancelled in the evnt of bad weather)
2.30pm to 4pm, Sunday 14th March 2010

Wattle Park -

Free Enquiries: 13 1963

Brunswick Music Festival

A festival in various venues centred around Sydney Road Brunswick featuring folk, roots & world music.
11th to 21st March 2010

Sydney Road, Brunswick -

Enquiries: (03) 9388 1460

Big Day NOT Out

Fitzroy’s finest pub cricket teams will battle it out for the coveted Big Day Not Out Trophy and the title of Best Pub Cricket team for the summer. At this popular family event, there will be sunshine, live music, activities for the kids and, of course, sensational cricket action. The ‘Big Day Not Out’ has generated much interest and support in the local community over the past decade, becoming bigger and more popular each year. This year’s 10th Anniversary extravaganza will see teams from the Rainbow Hotel (reigning champions), The Napier, The Rose, Bar Open, The Standard, Fitzroy Victoria Tramway, Royal Oak, The Union, Dan O’Connell, The Brandon, The Newry and newcomers to the competition, The John Curtin.
14th March 2010

Edinburgh Gardens -

Viva Victoria

A multicultural festival celebrating the many ethnic groups which have enriched the Victorian community. With entertainment, food and a world market.
12 noon to 6pm, Sunday 14th March 2010

Federation Square -

Anatolian Arts & Cultural Festival (Turkish festival)

Celebrating more than 40 years of Migration from Turkey to Australia. Turkiye is a culturally diverse country just like Australia. People from hundreds of different nations and ethnic backgrounds live in Turkiye. This cultural diversity dates back thousands of years which has created a unique cultural blend. As an indicator of international acceptance of this cultural wealth, Istanbul has been selected as the cultural capital of Europe for 2010. Melbourne accommodates the biggest Turkish minority of Australia with an estimated number of 50.000. The Anatolian Culture and Arts Festival is the biggest organisation of Melburnians who have migrated from Turkiye. All nations and identities of Turkey like Turkish, Kurdish, Turkman, Alevi, Tatar will be invited to the event and be given opportunities to perform. The event aims to present the best of Culture and Art of Turkiye to all the people of Melbourne. For this reason, the Docklands Waterfront City has been chosen as the venue. The main attractions of the event are:

  • A concert from Fatih Kisaparmak, Turkish celebrity singer who will be coming to Australia just for the event.
  • Kurdish traditional music and celebration show
  • Folk dance performances of three different regions of Turkiye
  • A March of the historical military band of Turkiye
  • Turkish classic and folk music choir performance
  • Traditional Turkish wrestling
  • Live performances of Traditional Ottoman Arts
  • Exhibition of pieces of Turkish arts
  • Mevlavi “Sema” presentation and music
  • 1Musical drama performance
  • Presentation of video clips via big screens
  • Stalls of traditional Turkish Food.
noon to 10pm, Sunday 14th March 2010

Waterfront City, Docklands -

High School for Coburg presents Playtime in the Park

Live music, children’s entertainment and sausage sizzle on the banks of Coburg Lake. Come and show your support for an open entry high school for the community. Proudly supported by Chemist Warehouse and My Chemist, Coburg.
noon to 3pm, Sunday 14th March 2010

Lake Reserve, Murray Road, Coburg -

Free Enquiries: 0411 089 209

Pre-loved Toy and Clothing Fair

Collingwood Toy Library's annual Pre-loved Toy and Clothing Fair - entry is free with lots of entertainment for the family. We are currently looking for stall holders to support the fundraising for the toy library - 100% profits go to the library.
9am to 1pm, Sunday 14th March 2010

Darling Gardens, Clifton Hill Cnr Hoddle St and South Terrace -

Enquiries: (03) 9489 8420

Moonlight Cinema in the Botanic Gardens

An outdoor cinema screening new release, classic and cult films on the lawns of the Royal Botanic Gardens. Gates open at 7pm and screenings start at sundown, approximately 8.30pm. Tickets $17 ($15 conc. and $13 child 5to15) at box office or $15 ($13 conc, $11 child) when prebooked.  Booking info >> No refunds are available for inclement weather. Tonight's film is Avatar (M)
Sunday 14th March 2010

Royal Botanic Gardens -

Grainger & Friends Wind Symphony Concert

A wonderful concert of Wind Symphony music featuring the music of Percy Grainger and his contemporaries.
3pm, Sunday March 14th 2010

St Stephen's Church Anglican Church, Cnr Docker St & Richmond Tce, Richmond -

A $15, C$10 Note on pricing Enquiries: 0432 685 123

Beethoven Septet

Chamber music performed by members of the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra. Isin Cakmakçioglu (violin), Anne Martonyi (violin), Roger Young (violin), Gabrielle Halloran (viola), Isabel Morse (viola), Keith Johnson (cello), Sarah Morse (cello), Sylvia Hosking (double bass), Craig Hill (clarinet), Elise Millman (bassoon) and Geoff Lierse (french horn)

11am Sunday 14th March 2010

Iwaki Auditorium -

St Kilda Busking Festival

Discover colourful, bizarre and hilarious entertainment fro the whole family every Sunday afternoon for 15 weeks.

  • Fitzroy St - Feb 7, 21 & 28; March 7 & 14
  • St Kilda Sea Baths - March 21 & 28; April 4, 11 & 18
  • St Kilda Village (Acland St) - April 25, May 2, 9 16 & 23
Sunday afternoons 7th Feb to 23rd May 2010

St Kilda -

Markets operating on Sunday 14th March 2010

Bentleigh Sunday Market

The Bentleigh Sunday Market is run by the Rotary Club of Bentleigh Moorabbin Central. Since 1977, over $1.7 million has been raised to support local charities and Rotary Projects. There are about 150 stalls available, where you will find plants, clothing, cosmetics, jewellery, books, videos, tools, toys, crafts, pre loved goods, and more! Located at the Bentleigh railway station car park, Bent Street, opposite Coles supermarket. Casual and regular Stallholders wanted. Have your garage sale here! Tables and clothing racks available for hire. Enquire at the market or by email to info@bentleighmarket.org.
7am to 12noon, Sundays

 

Railway car park, Bent Street - Bentleigh
Enquiries: info@bentleighmarket.org

Camberwell Rotary Market

A large outdoor second hand goods, bric a brac. A small entry fee applies. White Hat can recommend this market as one of the better ones in Melbourne for vintage clothing. It is a 5minute walk from Camberwell Station. It is not operating on the 20th & 27th December 2009.
6am - 12.30pm, Sundays

 

Station Street (opposite Target car park) - Camberwell
Enquiries: 1300 367 712

Caribbean Gardens Market

A large market picnic area and a big range of new and second hand goods. On Wednesdays entry is free and there is access to and general market, food stalls and playground. On Sundays there is an entry fee and as well as the market there is a children's train and boat rides, rock climbing. Caribbean Gardens Market is close to the Eastlink freeway and is now oppen Fridays as well as Wednesdays and Sundays. It is closed Christmas Day.
8.30amto 3pm Wednesdays; 8:30am -to 2pm Fridays; 8.30am to 4.30pm Sundays

 

Ferntree Gully Road, - Scoresby
(Mel ref 72 G10) Enquiries: (03) 9763 7688

Chapel Street Bazaar

A veritable Alladin's Cave of collectables, memorabilia and antiques. With over 80 independent dealers buying and selling, White Hat believes this is the largest bazaar of its type in Melbourne.
10am to 6pm, daily

 

217 Chapel Street - Prahran
Enquiries: (03) 9529 3174

Cheltenham Rotary Market & Car Boot Sale

Crafts, second hand and car boot sales in an under cover carpark.Tthe venue is the multi story car park behind the Kingston City Offices (Fujitsu Building) enty off Station Rd, Cheltenham.
8am to 1pm, Sundays

 

- Cheltenham
Enquiries: 0414 361 099

Children's Markets

Do you have kids aged up to 6 years? Stacks of outgrown excellent quality baby and children’s gear taking over your house? Be a stallholder at the Children’s Markets and turn that clutter into cold hard cash; it’s a fun day out with other mums, easy and promotes recycling. If you’re a designer of stylish and unique handcrafted children’s wares then this is the right place for you! We’d love to see your beautiful peices show cased here in our who’s there category below and on market day. $3 entry fee (kids free). Please note on the 14th of March, this market will move into the Main Street Festival as part of the Mordialloc Festival by the Bay More information at http://www.childrensmarkets.com.au/
10am to 2pm, 2nd Sunday of even numbered months

 

Allen McLean Hall, Corner Lewis and Albert Streets - Mordialloc
 

Coburg Community Market

Community market featuring local products and produce. Hosted by the Rotary Clubs of Coburg & Moreland. Stall holders commence 7:15am, market commences 8pm.
8am to 1pm, Sundays

 

cnr Russell & Harding Streets - Coburg
Enquiries: 0451 030 379

Coburg Trash & Treasure Market

A large outdoor market selling new & second hand goods, antiques & craft. A small entry fee applies. Casual stallholders are welcome. The venue is a drive-in theatresite and can acter for cars and trailers on the site. White Hat would advise 'professional buyers' to pay the additional fee for early bird entry at7am if you want to get first pick of the stock.
8am - 2pm, Sundays (weather permitting)

 

Village Drive In Theatre. Newlands Road - Coburg
Enquiries: (03) 9791 2992

Collectors' Sunday Market

Presenting a dynamic new market, this aims to be a hybrid of a European market, such as in London, Paris or Barcelona, with an Australian accent, such as Hobart’s Salamanca market. Making it the ultimate eco-friendly market where new and pre-loved goods can become someone's treasure. The Piazza is located just off of Docklands Rd, near the corner of Dopel Way. Melway Reference Map 2 Ref C 4. Fantastic access by train, tram or car. Combining Arts, Antiques, Retro, Vintage, Books, Plants, Children’s Toys, Pet Goods, Locally made Soaps and Personal Toiletries with a section for ‘boot sale’. Some fresh produce available. Permanent and casual stalls available. Visit www.collectorsmarket.com.au for more info.
10am to 4pm Sundays

 

Waterfront Piazza - Docklands
 

Collingwood Computer Swap Meet

A large number of stalls selling new and second hand computer equipment and related goods. A small entry fee applies. (Note - the dates and venue of this event can vary. Click here to confirm the current information on this event.
9am to 4pm, 2nd Sunday of most months

 

Collingwood Town Hall, Collingwood -
Enquiries: (03) 9886 1466

Croydon Market

For most of the week the large Croydon Market building now functions as a a carpark but on Sundays and Mondays it becomes a large indoor market with fresh produce, furniture, tools, craft and bric-a-brac. As far as White Hat is aware, this is one of the few regular markets in Melbourne where you can still see an auctioneer formally auctioning of job lots oftrash & treasure and other items.
8qm - 3pm, Sundays & Mondays

 

Opposite Croydon Railway Station, 515 Kent Avenue - Croydon
 

Dandenong Trash & Treasure Market

A large outdoor market selling new & second hand goods, antiques & craft. A small entry fee applies. Casual stallholders are welcome. The venue can cater for cars and trailers on the site. White Hat would advise 'professional buyers' to pay the additional fee for early bird entry at7am if you want to get first pick of the stock.
Sun (weather permitting) 8am - 2pm

 

Cnr South Gippsland Highway & Hallam Valley Road - Dandenong South
Enquiries: (03) 9791 2992

Father Bob's Community Market

Created by the social advocate Fr Bob Maguire, this market concept is about reigniting in us all the power of community featuring arts & crafts, produce, products, ideas and social initiatives. Located in close proximity to the well-established South Melbourne Market and within walking distance of both the Albert Park and South Melbourne shopping precincts, the market will initially be open every Sunday. Father Bob's Community Market will provide an all day market offering a diverse range of produce and products, including arts, crafts, jewellery and clothing. A variety of indoor and outdoor stall areas will be available. If you are interested in operating a stall at the market, please complete the online application form on this page. Proceeds generated from stallholder rental fees will support Fr Bob Maguire's various charitable activities that assist the impoverished and the homeless.
all day Sundays

 

cnrf Dorcas & Montague Streets - South Melbourne
Enquiries: (03) 9690 3999

Frankston Sunday Market

A great outdoor market with wide variety of New Goods, Plants, Trees, Flowers, Fresh Produce, Craft, Bric-a-Brac, Great Food, Hot Donuts even a Canopy Café. Small admission charge
8am to 1pm, Sundays

 

Young Street carpark - Frankston
(Mel ref 100A C8) Enquires & Bookings 9462-1520 or Graham Mkt Mgr on 0418343166

in.cube8r gallery

in.cube8r gallery is a shop/gallery which runs like a long term market. It is open to anyone who makes things by hand and supports all things craft, art and hand-made in Melbourne. The gallery is divided up into glass cubicles, shelves, racks and partitions which artists can lease for a small weekly cost over a three month period. There is no commission on items sold. When Whitehat visited in June2008 we discovered a treasure trove of new upcoming artisans as well as designers like Julie Ughetti, with an international reputation. The work ranges from the quirky to sophisticated and given the diversity of art work on display you appear to be guaranteed to find eclectic original pieces.
Tues 11 to 5, Wed to Sat 11 to 6, Sun 12 to 4

 

321 Smith Street - Fitzroy
Enquiries: (03) 8415 0321

Kingsbury Drive Community Market

(Previously known as the Greensborough Community Market) A market with 100 stalls selling fruit, veg, plants, second hand good and home made products as well as trash and treasure. After operating for over 30 years in Greensborough, the market has moved to LaTrobe University due to redevelopment works in the Greensborough precinct. The market is located in Car Park 2 with free parking in Car Park 1. Use the North Entry to LaTrobe University on Kingsbury Drive. No dogs are allowed.
9am to 1pm, Sundays

 

LaTrobe University - Bundoora
Enquiries: (03) 9435 8282

Ladies’ Markets

If you have stunning clothing and accessories that you’re not going to wear again and are just too beautiful to give away, why not reclaim your closet, book a stall and make some cash at the Ladies’ Markets? It’s your place in Melbourne to buy and sell womens preloved fashion and accessories. You’ll also find a selection of local designers showcasing their stylish and unique women’s ware. $3 entry fee (kids free). Please note that next scheduled Ladies' Market, on the 14th of March, will now be moved outdoors and into the Main Street Festival as part of the Mordialloc Festival by the Bay, and the organisers will also be running the Children's Market at this event. 10am - 4pm, free entry. More information at http://www.ladiesmarkets.com.au/
10am to 2pm, 2nd Sunday of odd numbered months

 

Allen McLean Hall, Corner Lewis and Albert Streets - Mordialloc
 

Lost & Found Market

Lost & Found is an indoor market based in a shop in Smith Street Collingwood. It features vintage furniture, lighting, art, posters, clothes, books, records and anything collectable. Permenant and casual stalls available.
10am to 6pm, Daily

 

12 Smith Street - Collingwood
Enquiries: (03) 9419 4477

Mathilda's Market, Hawthorn

Mathilda's Market showcases and sells beautiful handcrafted and limited production baby and kids goods. We carefully handpick our stallholders to bring you the most divine and original clothing, accessories, homewares and toys for the little ones. Plenty of free parking at the back of the Town Hall.
14th March and 22nd August 2010

 

Hawthorn Town Hall, 360 Burwood Road - Hawthorn
Enquiries: 1300 554 476

Mount Waverley Craft Market

A fairly sizeable market offering Home-made, Home-grown and Hand-crafted items. Lots to see and buy! Partially undercover, plenty of parking.
9am-2pm, 2nd Sunday of month (except Jan)

 

Hamilton Place, Mt Waverley (next to IGA supermarket) - Mount Waverley
(Mel ref v70 E1) Enquiries: (03) 9830 8487

Mulgrave Farmers Market

A new farmers market commencing in May 2009. More than 45 stallholders selling everything from seasonal fruit and vegetables to fresh-cut flowers.
8am to 1pm, Sundays (except Dec 27 2009)

 

The Body Shop Headquarters, cnr Jacksons & Wellington Roads - Mulgrave
Enquiries: (03) 9565 0940 or 0411 660 553

Oakleigh Rotary Market

An outdoor community market with produce and trash & treasure. Some carpark markets are straggly and slightly soorry affairs, but not this one. White Hat can recommend the produce - we suspect that a lot of it is grown in (largely Greek) back gardens in the Oakleigh area.
8am to 1pm, Sundays

 

Hanover Street carpark - Oakleigh
Enquiries: (03) 9885 6980

Pipeworks Market

Pipeworks Market has over 500 stalls which include Fruit & Vegetable, aquarium, plants, food stalls, footwear, clothing & variety. New/casual stallholders very welcome.
9am-5pm, Sat, Sun

 

400 Mahoneys Rd, Campbellfield - Campbellfield
(Mel ref 7 J10) Enquiries: (03) 9357 1155

Prahran Market

A large suburban market with produce and general goods. More information on Prahran Market.
Tue & Sat dawn - 5pm, Thur & Fri dawn - 6pm, Sun 10am-3pm

 

163 - 185 Commercial Road, (near Chapel Street) - South Yarra
Enquiries: (03) 8290 8220

Queen Victoria Market

Victoria's premier market and major tourist attraction with fresh produce and general goods. More information at Queen Victoria Market.
Tue &Thur 6am - 2pm, Fri 6am - 6pm, Sat 6am - 3 pm, Sun 9am - 4pm

 

Cnr Elizabeth and Victoria Streets, - Melbourne
 

Rose Street Artists Market

Roughly based on designer markets in London, Berlin and Europe and situated only a short distance from Brunswick Street Fitzroy, this market showcases over 50 cotemporary artists and designers each week. More information.
11am to 5pm, Saturdays & Sundays

 

60 Rose Street - Fitzroy
Enquiries: (03) 9419 5529

South Melbourne Market

A large undercover produce and general market. More information at South Melbourne Market.
Wed 8am - 4pm, Fri 8am - 6pm, Sat & Sun 8am-4pm

 

Cecil Street, - cnr Cecil & York Streets, South Melbourne
(Mel ref 2K B1) Enquiries: (03) 9209 6295

Springvale Computer Swap Meet

A large number of stalls selling new and second hand computer equipment and related goods. A small entry fee applies. (Note - the dates and venue of this event can vary. Click here to confirm the current information on this event.
9am—4.30pm, 2nd Sunday of most months

 

Springvale City Hall, Springvale Road, Springvale -
Enquiries: (03) 9886 1466

Sunday Market at the Arts Centre

An undercover and outdoor market with a wide range of arts and crafts.
10am-5pm (6pm during summer), Sundays

 

Melbourne Arts Centre, - Southgate
Enquiries: (03) 9281 8000

The Esplanade Market, St Kilda

An outdoor market with over 200 stalls of original art and handcrafts made by the stallholders. White Hat suggests that you can combine a visit to this market with a quiet drink at the Espy, a visit to Luna Park, a coffee in Acland Street or a meal in Fitzroy Street.
10am to 5pm, Sundays (except Christmas Day & the second Sunday in February).

 

Upper Esplanade - St Kilda
Enquiries: (03) 9209 6666

Thomastown Trash & Treasure Market

A large outdoor market with all manner of hardware, clothing, odds and ends and kitchen goods. White Hat can recommend this market for DIY enthusiasts. Parking is available and a small entry charge applies. As you can see in the photograph, if you want to buy a roll of carpet, this is the place to go.
8am to 4pm, Sundays

 

Cnr Wood Street and Settlement Road - Thomastown
Enquiries: (03) 9465 5523 (AH)

Wantirna Trash & Treasure Market

A large outdoor market selling new & second hand goods, antiques & craft. A small entry fee applies. Casual stallholders are welcome. The venue can cater for cars and trailers on the site. White Hat would advise 'professional buyers' to pay the additional fee for early bird entry at7am if you want to get first pick of the stock.
8am - 2pm, Sundays (weather permitting)

 

251 Mountain Highway - Wantirna
Enquiries: (03) 9791 2992

Whitehorse Farmers' Market

White Hat can recommend this market with farm-sourced and organic produce set in pleasant parkland as one of Melbourne's better farmers' markets. It has quite a range of stalls and a good balance of produce from fruit, veg and meats through to chutneys and olive oils.
8am—1pm, 2nd Sunday of month

 

Nunawading Civic Centre, 379 Whitehorse Road - Nunawading
Stallholder enquiries: (03) 9539-2443

Williamstown Farmers Market

Fall in love with local food with 40 farmers and producers offering a wide range of the freshest produce that the region has to offer. More information at Regional Farmers Markets.
9am to 1pm, 2nd Sunday of the month

 

Commonwealth Reserve, Nelsons Place - Williamstown
(Mel ref 56 D9) Enquiries (03) 5664 0096

 

Exhibitions open on Sunday 14th March 2010

Experimenta Utopia Now Biennial of Media Art

Experimenta Utopia Now International Biennial of Media Art showcases over 30 engaging and interactive works from Australian and international artists. Experimenta Utopia Now critiques the scope for happiness on earth as we know it, pokes fun at social and physical boundaries and questions the human race’s ability to preserve itself. 12 February 2010 until 14 March 2010 Sunday - Thursday 10am - 6pm; Friday & Saturday 10am - 8pm

BlackBox, Melbourne Arts Centre -

Free Enquiries: (03) 9650 9977

Public Art

There is much public art to be seen on the streets at any time of day as well as in many public buildings. More information on public art in Melbourne. In addition, public bodies such as the City of Melbourne sponsor temporary artworks and installations in laneways and public spaces.

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Free

Attractions open on Sunday 14th March 2010

Melbourne Steam Traction Engine Club

Melbourne Steam Traction Engine Club

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The Swedish Church

The Swedish Church

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Black Rock House

This historic mansion, after which the suburb of Black Rock is named, is open to the public on Sunday afternoons. More info >>

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Bundoora Park

Bundoora Park

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Captain Cook's Cottage

The cottage in which Captain Cook's parents lived. In the 1930s it was dismantled, transported to Australia and rebuilt in the Fitzroy Gardens. More information >>

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Como House

Como House

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Heide Museum of Modern Art

Heide Museum of Modern Art

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Immigration Museum

Immigration Museum

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La Trobe's Cottage

La Trobe's cottage was the home of Victoria's first Lieutenant-Governor, Charles La Trobe. He transported the pre-fabricated dwelling with him when he came to Australia in 1839. More info>>

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Melbourne Aquarium

Melbourne Aquarium

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Melbourne Museum of Printing

This museum in Footscray contains a large range of historical printing and typesteeting equipment and is open two afternoons per week. More information >>

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National Gallery of Victoria - Australian Collection

National Gallery of Victoria - Australian Collection

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National Gallery of Victoria - International Collection

National Gallery of Victoria - International Collection

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Old Melbourne Gaol

A gaol built in the early days of European settlement and the site of over 100 hangings including that of the bushranger Ned Kelly. More information >>

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Racing Museum

Racing Museum

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Shrine of Remembrance

Shrine of Remembrance

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Tall Ship Enterprize

Tall Ship Enterprize

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The Hotel Windsor

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Über Gallery

Über Gallery

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Williamstown Historical Society Museum

Williamstown Historical Society Museum

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Country Victoria - Events on Sunday 14th March 2010

Country Victoria

Melbourne Surrounds

The following selected events and attractions are not in the Melbourne Metropolitan Area but can be accessed in a half day trip from Melbourne

Western Treatment Plant Open Day

As part of the Weerama Festival there will be an open day at the Western Treatment Plant. Discover what we are doing to continue to meet Melbourne Water’s commitment to reduce the impact of the Western Treatment Plant and protect our environment for future generations. It is strongly recommended to book the tour in advance and booking information cab be found at the Melbourne Water website.
14th March 2010

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Discovery Day at Cruden Farm

Gardens at Cruden FarmOur Patron, Dame Elisabeth Murdoch AC DBE will once again open her beautiful gardens at Cruden Farm for another ‘not to be missed’ fun day out for the family. Now heading into its sixth year, the theme for Discovery Day 2010 is ”Let’s Party!”, featuring a special performance by popular children’s entertainer Justine Clarke, as well stage shows by Active Kidz, The Kazoos and DJ Southwick amongst others. You and your family can also enjoy pony rides, face painting, roving entertainers, animal farm, Anaconda rock climbing wall, craft by Spotlight and Fizz Kidz, market stalls, and various sports clinics from SOCCERWISE®, Ready Steady Go! and Healthy Aussie Kids plus much more.

Adult tickets are $40 including GST and can only be purchased online here. Children under 16 years are free. Tickets available until 5pm on Saturday, 13 March. 100 per cent of profits raised through Discovery Day are invested in priority research to help children with conditions such as obesity, diabetes, premature birth, mental health and cancer.

 

10am to 3pm, Sunday 14th March 2010

Cruden Farm. (enter via Cranhaven Rd), Langwarrin -

Enquiries: (03) 8341 6362

Weerama Festival

The festival presents entertainment and arts activities in locations throughout the City of Wyndham. The majority of Weerama activities take place at the Werribee Racecourse, Ballan Road, Werribee where the annual parade, youth and children's activities and free performances are featured.
12th to 14th March 2010

Werribee Racecourse, Ballan Road, Werribee -

Enquiries: (03) 8734 5447

Gully Market

A mixed outdoor market with jewellery & crystals, food, craft, vegetables and clothing. The market has up to 60 stalls but is often smaller.
9am - 5pm, Sat & Sun (9.30am-4.30pm during winter)

 

Railway carpark, Burwood Hwy - Upper Ferntree Gully
Enquiries: 0429 090 857

Laverton Rubble & Riches Market

A large indoor/outdoor market with trash & trasure, produce, clothes, furniture, hardware and a range of other goods. White Hat guarantees that if you are looking for a drive shaft for a 1983 Monaro or a missing pice of that Royal Doulton tea set then it will be there. We're just not quite sure where.
7am - 4 pm, Saturdays & Sundays

 

8-18 Leakes Road - Laverton
Enquiries: (03) 5466 7367

McClelland Gallery and Sculpture Park

McClelland Gallery and Sculpture Park

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Bellarine Peninsula & west coast of Port Phillip Bay

Western Treatment Plant Open Day

As part of the Weerama Festival there will be an open day at the Western Treatment Plant. Discover what we are doing to continue to meet Melbourne Water’s commitment to reduce the impact of the Western Treatment Plant and protect our environment for future generations. It is strongly recommended to book the tour in advance and booking information cab be found at the Melbourne Water website.
14th March 2010

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Flying Display

An interactive flying display at the RAAF Museum which introduces visitors to the history of Australian military aviation and provides an opprtunity to see the aircraft close up and ask questions of the pilot before they take to the skies.
1pm, Tue, Thur & Sun (except Christmas-New Year)

RAAF Museum, Point Cook -

Free Enquiries: (03) 9526 1300

Geelong Highland Gathering

Geelong Highland Games

The Geelong Highland Gathering, will include Scottish Heavy Games, including caber tossing. The Victorian Pipe Band Championships will be held a feature of the Gathering, first held on the plains of South Geelong, then open space and now a heavily populated Geelong suburb, in 1857. The Gathering went into recess during the Depression, but was revived by the then Newtown City Council in 1957 and has been held continuously ever since at picturesque Queens Park, often referred to as “the Braemar of Australia”.

It has grown into the biggest and most diverse celebration of Scottish culture in Victoria and one of the major Scottish events in Australia attracting interstate and sometimes overseas bands and Scottish and other overseas judges. The Gathering, from 9.30am to 5.30pm, attracts upwards of 6000 people annually. Scottish historic military re-enactment groups, massed pipe bands displays, Highland Dancing competitions, Scottish Country Dancing displays, a Celtic Market, Scottish Folk Music, Scottish dogs and horses and Highland Cattle are all a part of the traditional mix. There will also be clan and other cultural and genealogical displays, wood-chopping competitions, archery, children’s activities and a children’s farmyard. A great family occasion, entry charges apply/p>

Full information at Geelong Highland Gathering. Details may change so check closer to the event.

Sunday148th March 2010

Queen's Park, Geelong -

Enquiries: (03) 5221 7224

Weerama Festival

The festival presents entertainment and arts activities in locations throughout the City of Wyndham. The majority of Weerama activities take place at the Werribee Racecourse, Ballan Road, Werribee where the annual parade, youth and children's activities and free performances are featured.
12th to 14th March 2010

Werribee Racecourse, Ballan Road, Werribee -

Enquiries: (03) 8734 5447

Barwon Heads Festival of the Sea

A community festival celebrating the links between Barwon Heads and the sea. Featuring a variety of sustainable exhibitions focusing on the environment, the festival continues to grow in its diversity. Market stalls, music, rock pool rambling, children’s activities and a gourmet variety of food on offer the festival will delight all ages. And you can't miss out on the famous duck race held on the last day of the festival - Sunday.
12th to 21st March 2010

Various location around Barwon Heads -

Enquiries: 0400 849 961

Belmont Market

A large indoor/outdoor market featuring craft & bric a brac. A small entry fee applies. White Hat suggests that if you enjoy garage sales then Belmont Market is like having 20 or 30 garage sales in the one location. In addition the indoor space has a range of low priced merchandise.
8am to 1.30pm, Sundays

 

Barwon Valley Community Centre, Barwon Heads Road - Belmont (Geelong)
Enquiries: (03) 5243 7718

Geelong Computer Swap Meet

A large number of stalls selling new and second hand computer equipment and related goods. A small entry fee applies.
9am—4.30pm, Sundays (except Christmas Day and Nrew Years Day)

 

Geelong Clearance Centre, 7 Malop St - Geelong
Enquiries: (03) 9886 1466

Geelong Showgrounds Market

An outdoor/indoor market with variety stalls, new and used goods. Casual stallholders welcome.
8am - 2pm, Sundays (except during Geelong Show)

 

Cnr. Breakwater Road and Carr Street - East Geelong
Enquiries: 0417 759 777

Laverton Rubble & Riches Market

A large indoor/outdoor market with trash & trasure, produce, clothes, furniture, hardware and a range of other goods. White Hat guarantees that if you are looking for a drive shaft for a 1983 Monaro or a missing pice of that Royal Doulton tea set then it will be there. We're just not quite sure where.
7am - 4 pm, Saturdays & Sundays

 

8-18 Leakes Road - Laverton
Enquiries: (03) 5466 7367

Mill Markets Newcomb

A large indoor market with permenant and casual stallholders selling antiques,collectables, vintage clothing, homewares, memmorabilia and retro fashions. White Hat suggests that if you enjoy the Chapel Street Bazaar in Melbourne you will find a similar range of items at the Newcomb Mill Market but with more space to move.
10am to 6pm, daily

 

114 Bellarine Highway - Newcomb
Enquiries: (03) 5248 2390

Point Lonsdale Primary School Market

An indoor/outdoor markwt with home made goods and craft. Accommodation near this market >>
9am to 2.30pm, 2nd Sun of month (plus Easter Sat and 1st Sat in Dec?)

 

Point Lonsdale Primary School, Bowen Road - Point Lonsdale
Enquiries: 0417 037 970

Queenscliff Maritime Museum

An impressive museum exploring the maritime history of Southern Port Phillip Bay. More information >>

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Barwon Grange

A heritage home in Geelong from the 1850s with gardens and riverside walks. More info >>

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Ford Discovery Centre

A museum and display located in Geelong and dedicated to the history and future of Ford motor cars. More info >>

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National Wool Museum

National Wool Museum

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Portarllngton Mill

Portarllngton Mill

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The Heights Heritage House & Garden

A German prefabricated house and outbuildings in Geelong constructed in 1855 then later refurbished in 1930s style. More info >>

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The Mansion at Werribee Park

The Mansion at Werribee Park

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Werribee Open Range Zoo

Werribee Open Range Zoo

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Great Ocean Road

Aireys Inlet Farmers Market

Fresh produce,locally baked goodies,fresh bread, kids entertaiment. Under cover year round.
2nd Sunday of month

 

Aireys Inlet Community Hall.Great Ocean Rd - Aireys Inlet
Enquiries: 0427 896 256

Birregurra Sunday Market in the Park

Birregurra is at the foot of the Otway ranges 45 min from Geelong enroute to Lorne & Apollo Bay. The markets feature quality craft & local produce in a relaxing rural atmosphere.There are a variety of local shops to visit also.
2nd Sunday of month, December to April

 

58 kmSW of Geelong via Princes Highway -
Enquiries: (03) 5236 2486

Portland Bentinck Street Sunday Markets

Home made cakes & slices and sausage rolls. Flowers, Plants, Craft, Food. BBQ/Sausage Sizzle. New stall holders' welcome - no trash please. More details at Portland Bentinck Street Sunday Markets. An extra Christmas market on 21st December 2009.
10am to 4pm, 2nd Sunday of month (Sept to April)

 

Bentinck Street Lawns - Portland
Enquiries: (03) 5523 2953

Up Markets

New Fashion,Vintage and Cultural Art, become a stall holder in Lorne new indoor permanent market, we do all the hard work for you selling your products seven days a week, prime beachfront location in the heart of lorne's lively shopping hub, stalls and wall space available now.
10am to 6pm daily

 

- Lorne
Enquiries: (03) 5289 5052

Warrnambool Hillside Market

An outdoor market selling a range of quality goods including craft and produce. The most picturesque market in the area with sites of high quality craft and produce. Free entry.
10am to 2pm, 2nd Sunday of month (Nov to April

 

Flagstaff Hill, Merri St, - Warrnambool
(Mel ref 626 D8) Enquiries: (03) 5562 2695

Warrnambool Mill Markets

A market operated in the same style as the mills markets in Newtown and Daylesford. Stalls are available on a monthly lease and you will find all manner of clothing, jewellery, antiques, collectables and bric-a-brac. The market is located in the factory and gardens created by Fletcher Jones.

 

Fletcher Jones Gardens, Princes Highway - Warrnambool
Enquiries: (03) 5562 5060

Warrnambool Undercover Market

This market has a range of bric-a-brac and variety goods. White Hat can particularly recommend the fresh flowers and produces sold by farmers off the bck of their trucks at this typical down-to-earth country market. Despite the name of the market, there are also a number of outdoor stalls in fine weather. No dogs are allowed.
8.30am to 1pm, Sundays (except last Sun in Oct)

 

Cattle Pavillion, Showgrounds Reserve, Koroit Street - Warrnambool
Enquiries: 0418 528 927

Barwon Park

A historic bluestone mansion in Winchelsea. White Hat can particularly recommend a visit to this example of life in an 'establishment' Western District grand homestead. More information at The White Hat Guide to Barwon Park.

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Cape Otway Lighthouse

Cape Otway Lighthouse

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Flagstaff Hill Maritime Muesum

Flagstaff Hill Maritime Muesum

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Grampians & the blunt end

Ararat Trash & Treasure Market

A long established indoor/outdoor market with with over 50 stalls and all proceeds going to charity. The market features trash & treasure, bric-a-brac, crafts and homemade produce.
9am—1.30pm, 2nd Sunday of month

 

Alexander Hall, cnr Stawell Rd & Collings St, - Ararat
(Mel ref 626 F2) Enquiries: (03) 5352 3989

Johnny Mullagh Cricket Centre

Johnny Mullagh Cricket Centre

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Wimmera, Mallee & Mildura

Mildura Wentworth Arts Festival

A festival with visual arts, music, performaing arts and other events.
26th Feb to 18th March 2010

Mildura & environs -

Enquiries: (03) 5023 1930

Moonambel Market

Second hand goods, local produce and other products. Alternative wet weather venue is the local hall.
9am-1pm, 2nd Sunday of month

 

Moonambel Reserve, - Moonambel
(Mel ref 620 G10) Enquiries: (03) 5467 2385

Natimuk Farmers Market

Diverse range of mouthwatering regional produce - also trees, straw, organic coffee and cakes, chutneys, sauces, alpaca fleece and more! No onselling or craft. Supporting regional growers and performers.
9am to 1pm, 2nd Sunday of month

 

Main St - Natimuk (20mins west of Horsham)
Enquiries: 03 5387 1456 or transvisionarts@hotmail.com

Australian Inland Botanic Garden, Gol Gol

Australian Inland Botanic Garden, Gol Gol

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Millewa Pioneer Village

Millewa Pioneer Village

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Goldfields & Macedon Ranges

Ararat Jail House Rock Festival

A music festival with a hot rods, classic cars and rock&roll.
10th to 14th March 2010

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Ballarat Antique Market

This large antique market with a wide range of items is located on two floors of an old school building and also contains a museum with a small entry charge.It is morein the nature of a very large antique store and does not appear to have the space to cater for casual stallholders. When White Hat last visited (in April 2008) there was also a specialist coins area.
10am to 5pm, daily

 

Antique & Collectables Centre, 9 Humffray Street North, - Ballarat
(Mel ref 609 A12) Enquiries: (03) 5331 7996

Ballarat Fine Art Gallery Arts Market

With original fine arts, acoustic musicians and artists at work.
9.30am-3.30pm, 2nd Sunday of month

 

Ballarat Fine Arts Gallery, - Ballarat
Enquiries: (03) 5320 5858

Ballarat Trash & Trivia Market

Over 400 stalls selling secondhand goods, crafts,etc.
8am - 2pm, Sundays

 

Ballarat Showgrounds,Creswick Rd, - Ballarat
(Mel ref 609 A12) Enquiries: 0418 518 106

Bendigo Farmers' Market

8.30am to 3pm, 2nd Sunday of month

 

Bendigo Showgrounds, 42-72 Holmes Road - Bendigo
Enquiries: 0407 094 805

Bendigo Prince of Wales Showground Market

A large indoor/otdoor market with fresh produce, hardware, trash or treasure and bric-a-brac.Free admission and free parking with a family atmosphere.
8.30am - 3pm, Sundays (except major annual events)

 

Prince of Wales Showgrounds, Holmes Road - Bendigo
(Mel ref 609 D3) Enquiries: 0407 094 805

Clunes Market

Shop for fresh vegetables, sturdy plants, homemade and handmade goods and more, while enjoying the picture perfect Fraser St historic setting. December Market includes Artists Market. Quality art and craft created by local artists. For enquiries call Ian on 0427 942 637 or the Clunes Neighbourhood House Monday to Thursday 9.00am to 5.00pm on 03 5345 3486. email: nhousecoord@clunes.org website http://sites.google.com/site/clunesmarket/
9am to 3pm, 2nd Sunday of month

 

Main Street - Clunes
 

Daylesford Mill Markets

A large indoor market with an emphasis on antiques, retro fashion and collecatables. New stallholders are welcome. White Hat recommends that the serious browser for retro and memorabilia sets aside plenty of time because there is a seriously large amount of goods on display.
10am to 6pm, 7 days a week

 

105 Central Springs Road - Daylesford
Enquiries: (03) 5348 4332

Daylesford Sunday Market

Brought to you by the Daylesford Spa Country Railway, the Daylesford Sunday Market is one of the largest outdoor markets in Victoria with something for everyone. Also on offer are Vintage Train rides to the sleepy town of Bullarto on vechiles from the early to mid 20th Century Set in the historic Daylesford Railway Station, entry and car parking is free.
8am to 4pm, Sundays

 

Daylesford Railway Station, Midland Hwy (Raglan St) - Daylesford
Enquiries: (03) 5348 3503

Lexton Community Market

Arts, craft, bric-a-brac and produce.
9am-1pm, 2nd Sunday of Monthe (Sept.-April)

 

Toll Bar Park, Sunrasia Highway, - Lexton
(Mel ref 626 J2) Enquiries: (03) 5466 7367

Maldon Community Market

Set in and around the historic church building at the Maldon Neighbourhood Centre, the new community market offers local produce including jam, chutney, sourdough bread and honey, as well as quality second-hand goods, craft and bric-a-brac. Stallholder and car-boot spaces available.
9am to 2pm, 2nd Sunday of month

 

Maldon Neighbourhood Centre, cnr Edwards and Church Streets - Maldon
Enquiries: 0413 541 941

Malmsbury Village Market

An indoor/outdoor market in a pleasant lakeside setting selling quality goods and produce.
9am-3pm, 2nd Sun of month (Sept-May)

 

Gardens, Calder Highway - Malmsbury
(Mel ref 609 F8) Enquiries: (03) 5423 9533

Bleak House Rose Gardens

A large private garden in Malmsbury. more info >>

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Ballarat Fine Art Gallery

Australia's oldest regional gallery. and home of  the original Eureka Flag. More info >>

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Glass Mosaic Workshop in Kilmore

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The Golden Dragon Museum

The Golden Dragon Museum

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Central Victoria

Echuca-Moama Autumn Harvest Festival

Celebrating local wine, food and produce
12th to 14th March 2010

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Echuca-Moama Celtic Festival

This Celtic Festival of dance and music is only in its second year but White Hat notes they have secured the domain name of celticfestival.com.au which might some indignation with longer established Celtic festivals. However that should not be a problem since Celtic peoples are renowned for never being argumentative -well, hardly ever.
7, 12,13,14 March 2010

Echuca-Moama -

SheppARTon Festival

SheppARTon Festival is a ten day festival that celebrates the diversity and "common ground" of the community with theatre, song, dance and visual arts.
4th to 14th March 2010

Shepparton -

Enquiries: (03) 5832 9501

Avenel Produce & Craft Market

Grow it, bake it, and make it. Come for the day and sample the smorgasbord of fine local produce the Strathbogie Ranges have to offer. Held On the grounds of the historic W B Gadd Antique and Coffee Shop (opposite Avenel Railway Station ).
10am to 2 pm, 2nd Sunday of month

 

1 Queen Street - Avanel
Enquiries: (03) 5798 5467 or 5796 2479

Girgarre Farmers Produce Market

White Hat can recommend this farmers' market for fresh regional fruit and vegetables wines preserves cheeses and crafts. (Please note it is on the 2nd Sunday of the month - not the 3rd Sunday as claimed in some publications).
2nd Sunday of month

 

Girgarre Park, corner Winter and Station Street - Girgarre
(Mel ref 621 G7) Enquiries: (03) 58572270

"The Willows" Museum

"The Willows" Museum

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Benalla Art Gallery

Benalla Art Gallery

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Benalla Costume & Pioneer Museum

Benalla Costume & Pioneer Museum

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Jerilderie Mini Rail Club

Jerilderie Mini Steam Railway

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Royal Australian Armoured Corps Memorial & Army Tank Museum

Royal Australian Armoured Corps Memorial & Army Tank Museum

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Torrumbarry Weir

Torrumbarry Weir

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Mornington Peninsula

Discovery Day at Cruden Farm

Gardens at Cruden FarmOur Patron, Dame Elisabeth Murdoch AC DBE will once again open her beautiful gardens at Cruden Farm for another ‘not to be missed’ fun day out for the family. Now heading into its sixth year, the theme for Discovery Day 2010 is ”Let’s Party!”, featuring a special performance by popular children’s entertainer Justine Clarke, as well stage shows by Active Kidz, The Kazoos and DJ Southwick amongst others. You and your family can also enjoy pony rides, face painting, roving entertainers, animal farm, Anaconda rock climbing wall, craft by Spotlight and Fizz Kidz, market stalls, and various sports clinics from SOCCERWISE®, Ready Steady Go! and Healthy Aussie Kids plus much more.

Adult tickets are $40 including GST and can only be purchased online here. Children under 16 years are free. Tickets available until 5pm on Saturday, 13 March. 100 per cent of profits raised through Discovery Day are invested in priority research to help children with conditions such as obesity, diabetes, premature birth, mental health and cancer.

 

10am to 3pm, Sunday 14th March 2010

Cruden Farm. (enter via Cranhaven Rd), Langwarrin -

Enquiries: (03) 8341 6362

Bittern Country Market

An outdoor market next to the railway station with trash & treasure, craft & local produce. You can find more information on Bittern Market in our newsletter No.144 and newsletter No.145.
8am-1pm, Sundays

 

Bittern Railway Station, - Bittern
(Mel ref 164 F7) Enquiries: 0409 417 463

Dromana Drive-In Market

An outdoor market selling new and second hand goods. A small entry fee applies.The market may be weather dependent.
7am-1pm, Sundays

 

Drive-In, - Dromana
(Mel ref 160 E5) Enquiries: 0402 606 101 (5-6pm)

High Tea

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McClelland Gallery and Sculpture Park

McClelland Gallery and Sculpture Park

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Mornington Railway

Mornington Railway

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The Museum of HMAS Cerberus

The Museum of HMAS Cerberus

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The Sorrento Museum and Heritage Gallery

The Sorrento Museum and Heritage Gallery

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South Gippsland, Latrobe Valley & Phillip Island

Bittern Country Market

An outdoor market next to the railway station with trash & treasure, craft & local produce. You can find more information on Bittern Market in our newsletter No.144 and newsletter No.145.
8am-1pm, Sundays

 

Bittern Railway Station, - Bittern
(Mel ref 164 F7) Enquiries: 0409 417 463

Dromana Drive-In Market

An outdoor market selling new and second hand goods. A small entry fee applies.The market may be weather dependent.
7am-1pm, Sundays

 

Drive-In, - Dromana
(Mel ref 160 E5) Enquiries: 0402 606 101 (5-6pm)

Australian Garden

Australian Garden

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South Gippsland Tourist Railway

South Gippsland Tourist Railway

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Yarra Valley & Ranges

Christmas Hills Community Market & Car Boot Sale

Fresh produce, pottery, art & crafts.
10am-2pm, 2nd Sunday of month, Sept - April

 

Christmas Hills Primary School, 1409 Eltham - Yarra Glen Road, - Christmas Hills
(Mel ref 265 E12) Enquiries: (03) 9710 1512

Gully Market

A mixed outdoor market with jewellery & crystals, food, craft, vegetables and clothing. The market has up to 60 stalls but is often smaller.
9am - 5pm, Sat & Sun (9.30am-4.30pm during winter)

 

Railway carpark, Burwood Hwy - Upper Ferntree Gully
Enquiries: 0429 090 857

Upper Yarra Community Market

An outdoor market selling a range of goods.
9am-3pm (later in summer), 2nd Sunday of month

 

Yarra Junction Football Oval Carpark - Yarra Junction
(Mel ref 288 D7) Enquiries: 0439 018 467

Museum of Lilydale

Museum of Lilydale

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The Healesville Sanctuary Birds of Prey Experience

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The Singing Gardens of C.J.Dennis

The Singing Gardens of C.J.Dennis

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High Country and north-east Victoria

Bike Buller MTB Festival

A festival of the mountain bike with races, entertainment and an expo.
13th & 14th March 2010

Mount Buller -

Tastes of Rutherglen

Food, entertainment and wineries.
6th, 7th, 13th & a4th March2010

Rutherglen - (Mel ref 622 D5)

$25 / $15

Albury/Wodonga Community Market

A large market with trash & treasure, produce, clothing, crafts and general goods. White Hat feels confident that you are unlikely to find goods in this market which have 'fallen off the back of a truck' - the venue is the Taxation Department carpark!
8 am - 12 noon, Sundays

 

Tax office car park, Townsend St, - Albury
(Mel ref 622 F6) Enquiries: (02) 6056 5443

Wangaratta Trash & Treasure Market

Trash & treasure plus local produce.
8am-1pm, Sundays

 

Wareena Park Swimming Pool carpark. - Wangaratta
(Mel ref 622 C7) Enquiries: (03) 5721 5258
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East Gippsland & the pointy end

Gippsland Country Craft Market

All weather indoor market. Craft only done by Gippsland country ladies & gentleman the old fashioned crafters way.
2nd & 4th Sunday of month

 

Gippsland Shopping Centre. - Sale
Enquiries: (03) 5144 4579

Paynesville Market

A large outdoor market.
8am-1.30pm, 2nd Sunday of month

 

Gilsenan Reserve, The Esplanade. - Paynesville
(Mel ref 629 B6) Enquiries: (03) 5156 0225

Rosedale Country Market

A amall outdoor market selling art& craft, produce and trash & btrasure.
8am-1.30pm, 2nd Sunday of month

 

Prince Street Reserve. - Rosedale
(Mel ref 628 E7) Enquiries (03) 5199 2818

Sale Swing Bridge

The bridge opens at 3pm and 4pm on Saturdays and Sundays and 11am on the 2nd Wednesday of the month. More information at The White Hat Guide to the Sale Swing Bridge.

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