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Flying Display
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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. |
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1pm, Tue, Thur & Sun (except Christmas-New Year) |
RAAF Museum,
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Community Come & Try Rowing
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Sessions open to males and females of all ages. Just turn up, Recive receive basic tuition in crews of 4 in an olympic-style shell (boat). |
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10—11.30am, first Sunday of month |
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Radio Control Car Racing - Somerville
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Come and see these little race cars battle it out at Mornington Peninsula Radio Control Car Club in Somerville. We have Nitro and Electric powered classes, and cater for Juniors / Beginners. A great range of Hot food and refreshments is available track side. Whether you are here to watch the racing or compete, you will have a fun filled day at MPRCCC. Free entry for spectators, racing is $10 per entry for adults, $5 for juniors. Racing begins at 10.30am and concludes 4pm. |
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Somerville Rise Primary School. Cnr Blackscamp and Graff Roads, Somerville
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Legendary Heritage Picnic Days
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Visit the old champion horses at home. Guided tours & photo opportunities
with Melbourne Cup & Cox Plate. Fun activities for kids, adults can indulge in
heritage tours & gardens. Bring your own picnic or select a gourmet picnic
hamper. Hampers satisfy all tastes including 1 for the kids. Hampers need to be
preordered & paid for by the Friday before delivered fresh on the day. Full
information at
www.livinglegends.org.au. |
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9am to 4pm, 19 March & 16 April |
Living Legends, Oaklands Road Greenvale
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entry is free |
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Family Day at Collingwood Children's Farm
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On Family Days there are free pony rides, hay rides, a BBQ and activities matching the monthly theme. |
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Australia Post Opera in the Bowl
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| Bring your picnic basket and rugs and enjoy the glorious music under
the stars. And be swept away by this free performance of
Puccini’s romantic
tale of young love, La
bohème. What better place to relive a chance meeting by
moonlight than under the stars at the Music Bowl. If the weather is fine
White Hat expects that this event could be a lockout so get there early.
Gates to the Sidney Myer Music Bowl open at 4pm. If you are intending to
come to a concert with a family or group of friends, it is advisable
that you arrive together or arrange to gather outside the gate to avoid
your group being split if the gates close. In the past you have been
able to bring your own drinks but only plastic glasses. We will verify
this year's conditions when the information becomes available.
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Family Bike Rides
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The Melton Cycling Club operates family bike rides along bike baths in Melton
and Caroline Springs and twice a month.
- Caroline Springs;- Every 1st Sunday of each month leaving the Civic
Centre.
- Melton:- Every 3rd Sunday of each month leaving Hannah Watts Park
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Twilight Jazz Picnic at Cruden Farm
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occasionally be a little Irreverent.)
An annual fundraising event for the
McClelland Gallery held
at Dame Elisabeth Murdoch's 'Cruden'
Farm'. Cruden Farm is on the corner of Cranbourne-Frankston & Cranhaven Roads,
Langwarrin (Mel. Ref. 103 G6). Entry is only from Cranhaven Road, where there is
ample parking in the grounds. Featuring : The Frankston High School Senior Stage |
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4pm to 8pm, Saturday 6th February 2010 |
Cruden Farm. (enter via Cranhaven Rd), Langwarrin
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$15 pre-purchase and $20 (door) Children under 12 free. Note on pricing |
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Story Time at Rippon Lea
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Stories & songs for the young ones under the shady Story Tree. Spend
some time exploring the gardens at the conclusion of Story Time. Mum, dad,
grandma or grandpa might even like to bring a picnic lunch. Story Time is
available for the cost of garden entry for adults ($7) and children over 3 years
old ($3). (Note on pricing) |
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Winter Tales- Bedtime stories in Como's magical ballroom
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Children aged 5-12 will be able to explore the property during a three-hour
program, which will include a detectives workshop, guided garden tour and plenty
of old fashioned games.
- Tuesday, 29 June - Session 1: 10am-1pm; Session 2: 1pm-4pm
- Thursday, 1 July - Session 1: 10am-1pm Session 2: 1pm-4pm
- Tuesday, 6 July - Session 1: 10am-1pm Session 2: 1pm-4pm
- Thursday, 8 July - Session 1: 10am-1pm Session 2: 1pm-4pm
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6.30 to 7.30pm, Friday 27 August 2010 |
Como House & Garden, cnr
Williams and Lechlade Avenue South Yarra
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FREE tour of Enterprize, Melbourne's tall ship
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Enterprize - the schooner from
Johnny Fawkner's party which
pulled up on the banks of the Yarra on 30th August 1835 hence giving its name to
Enterprize Day which was later changed to Melbourne Day - will be open to the
public at Waterfront City, The modern Enterprize is a faithful
reproduction of the original vessel. Take advantage of a free tour and learn
what life was like aboard this famous schooner. |
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10.30am to 3.30pm, 29th & 30th August 2010 |
Waterfront City, Docklands.
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Cruden Farm Open Garden
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Cruden
Farm is possibly the most famous garden in Australia and the lifetime
achievement of national treasure
Dame Elisabeth Murdoch.
Dame Elisabeth, who came to Cruden Farm as a young bride 80 years ago,
designed and planted the renowned herbaceous borders, picking garden,
shrub walks and tree-shaded lawns at the heart of her sublime garden,
skilfully blended with the surrounding countryside. Thousands of
daffodils by the lake in spring, roses and perennials in summer, and one
of Australia's most famous avenues all contribute to a place of rare
beauty. No bookings required for this event.
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10am to 4.30pm, Sunday 29th August 2010 |
Cruden Farm (enter
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Hurstbridge Wattle Festival
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Travel on the Steam rail locomotive from Flinders St to Hurstbridge on August
29 to The Wattle Festival. The festival celebrates Australian heritage,
environment and community. Enjoy a family day with children's entertainment,
heritage displays, Cobb & Co Coach rides, market stalls, plus local music, food
and wine. The Hurstbridge Wattle Festival is a significant cultural event of
Melbournians that has its roots firmly planted in our early rail history. Is is
a joyous celebration of our heritage, environment and community. Festival goers
will get to view the wattles in a blaze of glory along the Diamond Creek as they
approach the township of Hurstbridge. As visitors stroll the main street and the
various festival precincts in the township, they can enjoy a fabulous and
extensive array of entertainment, events and activities for all the family.
Steam train rides, Vintage cars and historical commercial vehicles, Free Cobb &
Co rides, Free double decker bus rides, Music and roving entertainment, Heritage
displays, Animal nursery, Fairies and face painting, Live stage bands, Cafes and
restaurants, Activities for the kids, Best of Fest competition, CFA display,
Indigenous food garden, Art and Tongan Fest. The best way to enjoy the festival
is to make a day of it. Hurstbridge is the last station on the Hurstbridge line,
which is part of Melbourne's suburban rail network. For more information on
planning your trip go to
www.metrotrains.com.au |
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10am to 4pm, 29th August 2010 |
Hurstbridge Village, Main Road Hurstbridge
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Free entry |
Enquiries: 1300 660 072 |
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The Imperial Russian Ballet presents The Nutcracker
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Following their sell-out 2009 performance of Swan Lake, the Imperial Russian
Ballet Company return to perform the ageless tale of bravery & dreams that is
The Nutcracker. The Nutcracker is famous for
Tchaikovsky's music. The
genius of Tchaikovsky created one of the most recognisable & enduring music
scores ever written.
The illustrious cast of the Imperial Russian Ballet Company enjoy performing
The Nutcracker more than any other ballet from their extensive repertoire,
especially when they are joined by children from local ballet schools in the
cities that they perform in around the world. The Imperial Russian Ballet
Company was formed in 1994 by the Bolshoi Theatre soloist, Gediminas Taranda.
Tickets from Ticketmaster |
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Witches and Wizards and Tails of Lizards at Rippon Lea
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A 45 minute fully interactive stage show put together entirely by qualified teachers including the characters “Witch Way-Did-She-Go” and “Wizard Powers” in full costume. Including song and dance numbers, magic tricks, games, face painting and balloon animals. Appropriate Age – Girls and Boys 4 – 10 years old. Price Per Head $12, Family $42 (2 adults and up to 4 children), National Trust Member Family $38, Children under 2 Free. Monday 20 September – Friday 24 September, 2010; Monday 27 September – Friday 1 October, 2010 11:00 – 12:00pm (approx.) |
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Diwali - Indian Festival of Light
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Join in the fun and colour of this vibrant Indian festival which will include Bollywood and traditional dances, variety of Indian food, costumes and Jewellery stalls, dancing & Henna (Hand painting) workshops. The festivities will conclude with spectacular fireworks on the banks of the Yarra in the early evening. |
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Cruden Farm Spring Family Fun Day
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For the sixth annual Spring Family Fun Day Dame Elisabeth Murdoch AC, DBE,
will open the gates to her magnificent property to host the special event. The
Spring Family Fun Day will include a children’s animal farm, a circus workshop,
a classic car and antique horse carriage display. The day of fun, music and
entertainment will be complimented by a sausage sizzle and Devonshire tea, as
well as magnificent Victorian wine. All proceeds from the day will support the
work of Alzheimer’s Australia Vic, The Mental Health Foundation Australia, The
Sovereign Order of St John of Jerusalem and the Royal Society of Victoria.
Further details at
Spring Family Fun Day at Cruden Farm. |
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11am to 4pm, Sunday 21st November 2010 |
Cruden Farm (enter
via Cranhaven Rd), Langwarrin
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Carols by Candlelight
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An event that has become a popular part of the Melbourne calendar |
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Australia Day Picnic & Historic Vehicles Display
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The popular historic vehicle display, with more than 500 veteran and vintage vehicles, entertainment, free activities and food stalls. |
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Government House Open Day
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As part of Australia Day, citizens and visitors are invited to visit
Government House,
inspect many rooms not normally open to the public and enjoy a picnic on
the lawns. Music and entertainment throughout the day.
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10am to 3pm, 26 January 2011 ? |
Government House
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Enquiries: (03) 9655 4211 |
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Moomba Festival
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Melbourne's long running community festival featuring rides, activities and
entertainment in Birrarung
Marr and the Alexandra
Gardens and this year also featuring special activities at the
Docklands on the
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Running Days - The engines are impressive seen in action and on the last Sunday of each month (except December) many of them are fired up. There will always be at least one or two steam rollers or traction engines in steam, the stationary museum steams up, the big diesels and the vintage workshop also put on a display. There are over 400 engines and associated exhibits scattered through the exhibition sheds around the sites. The grounds have been developed from a raw industrial wasteland to a very pleasant park by the volunteer members of the club over the past 20 years with picnic tables, shade trees and BBQ facilities for picnickers. Ice Creams and cold drinks are available but no food except at rally times. The grounds and museum are open 11am till 4pm on Saturdays and Sundays except the Christmas - New Year period. The Miniature railway operates on Sundays (rides $2). Admission is by donation. To see it all running the best time to visit is rally time. Full information at Melbourne Steam Traction Engine
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11am-4pm Saturdays & Sundays |
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National Steam Centre, 1200 Ferntree Gully Rd.,
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Enquiries: (03) 9763 1614 |
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Public run days once a month where a small charge applies. Children should be in the charge of an adult and enclosed footwear is required. Picnic and BBQ facilities are available. More information at the Mooroolbark & District Miniature Railway &
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11am-4pm, 4th Sun of month (except Dec) |
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Kiloran Reserve, Hawthory Road,
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ARHS Railway Museum
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Please note that the Museum of the Australian Railways
Historical Society has temporarily closed. The organisers are hoping to have it
reopen to the public some time in the second half of 2010.. Enter through a replica 1880s railway station building to view steam, diesel
& electric locomotives, railway carriages & wagons, signal box & railway
artefacts. See also
Steam Trains in Melbourne &
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Baby & Kids Market, Berwick
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The Baby & Kids Market offers a huge range of gorgeous & excellent quality preloved baby & kids goods. From prams to cots, toys to books and clothes to shoes; the market has it all. Plus handpicked local designers featuring their unique and stylish baby & kids goods. Plenty of free parking; Always indoors; Cash sales only; a small entry fee applies, kids free. 2010 dates 21/03/2010, 16/05/2010, 25/07/2010, 24/10/2010 |
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9am to 1pm, selected dates |
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Berwick Leisure Centre, Manuka Rd
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Baby & Kids Market, Camberwell
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The Baby & Kids Market offers a huge range of gorgeous & excellent quality preloved baby & kids goods. From prams to cots, toys to books and clothes to shoes; the market has it all. Plus ‘handpicked’ local designers featuring their unique and stylish baby & kids goods. Plenty of free parking; Always indoors; Cash sales only; Entry $3, kids free. 30 November 2008, 22 February 2009, 26 March 2009, 17 May 2009, 26 July 2009, 18 October 2009. |
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9am to 1pm, selected dates |
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Camberwell Centre, 340 Camberwell Rd
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Baby & Kids Market, Coburg
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The Baby & Kids Market offers a huge range of gorgeous & excellent quality preloved baby & kids goods. From prams to cots, toys to books and clothes to shoes; the market has it all. Plus handpicked local designers featuring their unique and stylish baby & kids goods. Always from 9am to 1pm; Plenty of free parking; Always indoors; Cash sales only; A small entry fee applies, kids free. 2010 dates - 20/02/2010, 22/05/2010, 14/08/2010, 9/10/2010 |
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9am to 1pm, selected dates |
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Coburg Town Hall, 90 Bell St
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Baby & Kids Market, Croydon
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The Baby & Kids Market offers a huge range of gorgeous & excellent quality preloved baby & kids goods. From prams to cots, toys to books and clothes to shoes; the market has it all. Plus ‘handpicked’ local designers featuring their unique and stylish baby & kids goods. Plenty of free parking; Always indoors; Cash sales only; Entry $3, kids free. 24 May 2009, 2 August 2009, 11 October 2009. |
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9am to 1pm, selected dates |
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Croydon Leisure Centre, 11 Civic Square
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Baby & Kids Market, Hawthorn
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The Baby & Kids Market offers a huge range of gorgeous & excellent quality preloved baby & kids goods. From prams to cots, toys to books and clothes to shoes; the market has it all. Plus ‘handpicked’ local designers featuring their unique and stylish baby & kids goods. Plenty of free parking; Always indoors; Cash sales only; Entry $3, kids free. 14 June 2009 |
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9am to 1pm, selected Sundays |
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Hawthorn Town Hall, 360 Burwood Rd
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Baby & Kids Market, Malvern
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The Baby & Kids Market offers a huge range of gorgeous & excellent quality preloved baby & kids goods. From prams to cots, toys to books and clothes to shoes; the market has it all. Plus ‘handpicked’ local designers featuring their unique and stylish baby & kids goods. Plenty of free parking; Always indoors; Cash sales only; Entry $3, kids free. 23 August 2009. |
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9am to 1pm, selected dates |
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Malvern Town Hall, Cnr Glenferrie Rd and High St
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Baby & Kids Market, Maternity at Hawthorn
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This Market is exclusively for preloved & wholesale maternity wear and pre & post natal care. We are very excited to be offering this speciality market. As well as our preloved stalls we will also have ‘handpicked’ local designers featuring their unique and stylish goods. |
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7pm to 10pm, Thursday, 18 June 2009 |
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Hawthorn Town Hall, 360 Burwood Rd
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Canine Christmas Market
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With everything from personalised mugs to organic dog biscuits to handmade wooden pet furniture, you’ll be sure to find the perfect gift for your pampered pooch or the dog-loving human in your life. There will also be discount microchipping, and DNA and BITSA testing. Dogs are welcome to attend, on-lead, and there will be additional fun doggy events happening at the same venue. |
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from 10.30pm, Sunday 14th December 2008 |
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State Dog Centre - KCC Park, 655 Westernport Highway
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Caribbean Gardens Market
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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. |
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8.30amto 3pm Wednesdays; 8:30am -to 2pm Fridays; 8.30am to 4.30pm Sundays |
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Ferntree Gully Road,
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Enquiries: (03) 9763 7688 |
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Children's Markets
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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/ |
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10am to 2pm, 2nd Sunday of even numbered months |
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Allen McLean Hall, Corner Lewis and Albert Streets
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Fairy Floss Markets - Handmade for Babies & Children
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We are an exciting new Boutique Handmade Babies and Children’s Market launching in Melbourne on 3rd October 2010. At Fairy Floss Markets you will find divine products that are handmade, hand designed and unique. We would like to invite you to Fairy Floss Markets where you will be delighted to find many hidden treasures, yummy cupcakes, gorgeous coffee and so much more. - 3rd October 2010; 11th December 2010; 6th February 2011 |
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Manningham Function Centre - 699 Doncaster Road
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Immigration Museum
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Covering Victoria's immigration history from the early 1800s to the present day. More information on the Immigration Museum. |
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Daily 10am-5pm |
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Melbourne Aquarium
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Daily 9.30am-6pm (last ticket sales 5pm) |
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Melbourne Tram Museum
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This museum is a short tram ride from the city and contains a significant
collection of heritage trams in the historic Hawthorn Tram Depot. It is open on
the second Saturday of each month a month.
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Second Saturday of the month |
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Hawthorn Tram Depot, cnr Power Street & Riverdale Road
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Munchkin Markets - Maribyrnong
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Munchkin Markets are held in various locations around Melbourne. Our market caters to those who want to buy and sell quality, used and new babies and children’s clothing, toys, prams, cots, nursery furniture and anything to do with babies and children! A great way to save precious dollars or to make some through holding a stall of your own. |
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10am to 1pm, Sunday 21st March 2010 |
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Rosamond Road Bowling Club - Robert Barrett Reserve,
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National Gallery of Victoria - International Collection
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Melbourne's premier gallery of international art. More information at NGV - International Collection. |
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Peek A Boo Market - Baby & Childrens Market
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Peek A Boo Market your baby & childrens market offers huge bargain prices on quality pre loved items related from newborn, baby to preschool kids. You can find just about everything from furniture, clothing, toys, prams, books, high chairs to car seats and many more. Entry Fee $2. To Book A Stall visit our website at www.peekaboomarket.com.au |
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9am to 1pm, Sunday 3rd May & 14th June 2009 |
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Berwick Fields P/S - Gymnasium
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Tall Ship Enterprize
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Experience sailing on a replica of the ship that brought the first European Settlers to Melbourne. One hour sails, overnight adventure sails and many others. Fun for family and adventure seekers. More information about The Enterprize. |
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Gem Pier Williamstown, Melbourne and others including Docklands
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Vermont South Toy Library Toy Market
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Vermont South Toy Library is holding its annual Toy Market on Saturday 14 November. Stall holders will be selling preloved toys, nursery items, children's clothing and more. $2 admission, cash only and no prams or strollers. For more information contact Vermont South Community House ph 9803 2335 or email info@vsch.org.au |
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10am to 12.30pm, Saturday 14th November 2009 |
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Orchard Grove Primary School (enter from Holland Rd)
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Enquiries: (03) 9803 2335 |
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Watsonia Pre-Loved Kids Toys & Clothing Sale
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Stalls selling pre-loved babies and kids' toys, clothing and lots more. Bargains for everyone. No entry fees. Food available and kids entertainment. |
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9am to 1pm, Saturday 5th September 2009 |
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Diamond Village Shopping Centre, 78 Nepean Street
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Children's gardenThere is a children's garden at the Royal Botanic Gardens specially designed for children's activities. Entry is free. There are non 'no-go' zones and all the plants are touchable. It is designed to encourage children to play, have fun and learn at the same time. North Melbourne PoolSet amongst landscaped gardens with plenty of shadecloths, North Melbourne Pool has four interconnecting aquatic areas including baby, toddler, learn to & 25 metre lap pool. Other programs & services incl. swim lessons & squads, yoga, massage, café, BBQ & creche facilities. Relax & refresh at one of Melbourne’s favourite watering holes. Enquiries: (03) 9329 2885 Riverslide Skate ParkRiverslide is the largest & best-appointed Skate Park in inner Melbourne. Featuring an 1800sqm skating surface & a café, it’s a must for any interested skaters. Located within a five-min walk from Flinders St Station, it’s situated in the picturesque Alexandra Gardens. Supervision & first aid assistance is provided on site during peak periods. Free (Mel ref 2F J7) Enquiries: 9663 0495
Modern Dance for ChildrenLet your children experience the fun of modern dance. The Kensington Community Centre is running after school classes for different age levels. Wed 4.30-5.30pm (4-6yrs) 5.30-6.30pm (7-12yrs) Kensington Community Centre, Kensington Rd & Altona St Kensington. Enquiries: (03) 9376 1633
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TOURISM NEWS
Qantas In Flight Magazine chooses
White Hat
Cemetery Tour as its featured Australian tour for May

There are many fine historical tours
throughout Australia including cemetery tours. From these, the
prestigious Qantas In Flight Magazine has chosen the White Hat Tour
of Melbourne Cemetery as its featured Australian tour for the May
2007 edition. This tour was also featured by ABC radio on 24 May and
will feature in a documentary series on Burke and Wills to be shown
on European television in 2008. The tour has been operating for many years and has won
praise from a wide range of sources. This is not a dry and stuffy
tour but in keeping with all White Hat offerings it is Informed,
Intelligent, Independent (and occasionally) Irreverent. You can find
details of the tour at White
Hat Tour of Melbourne Cemetery and view the article at
Qantas In Flight Magazine. |
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