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The White Hat Guide to the Goldfields Region of Victoria
St George's Lake near Creswick
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This area includes Ballarat, Bendigo, Maryborough, Castlemaine and Maldon.
See also our entries under these places of particular interest:
Victorian Goldfields RailwayAn impressive range of big steam engines. From 27 December to mid January, trains run every day on the Sunday times below. Every Sunday (& public holidays) 11.30 am, 1 pm & 2.30 pm
Every Wednesday 11.30 am & 1 pm
Saturdays and Wednesdays during school holidays, Sunday timetable applies
From 27 December to mid January trains run every day on Sunday timetable
No trains Christmas & Boxing Day
Maldon (in the Goldfields area of Central Victoria)
Enquiries: (03) 5470 6658 or (03) 5475 2966
Clunes
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Talbot Observatory
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Bulla Hill Miniature Railway
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A ride-on model railway. Enclosed footwear must be worn. More information at Bulla
Steam Railway. |
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noon-5pm, 1st & 3rd Sunday of month |
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Green Street,
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The Golden Dragon Museum
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This museum records and celebrates the presence of Chinese in Bendigo since their arrival with the gold rushes. The museum is also home to Sun Loong, the world's oldest and longest Chinese dragon. Entry fees apply. |
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9-5pm daily (except Christmas Day) |
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5-11 Brook Street.
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Enquiries: (03) 5441 5041 |
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Selected Tours
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Castlemaine State Festival
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A major biennial festival featuring visual arts, music, dance and a range of entertainments |
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Rupertswood Mansion Grand Open Day
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receive advance notice of events such as this one. To celebrate Australia Day Weekend for 2008 Rupertswood Mansion will have a grand open day. Exhibitions of photographs and artefacts related to The Ashes, the property, the Clarke family will be in display. Morning/Afternoon tea & gourmet lunches served in the drawing room. Tickets at door. |
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11am to 4.30pm, Monday 28th January 2008 |
Rupertswood, 3
Macedon Street, Sunbury
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$12, students (12-18) $6 |
Enquiries: (03) 9740 5020 |
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Bolobek Plant Fair
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subscribers Informed since last century and has
long become a Melbourne Institution for those
Intelligent and Independent
souls prepared to look beyond the bounds of either the mainstream -commercial or
mainstream-alternative marketing machines. (However, be warned that we can
occasionally be a little Irreverent.) Visitors can purchase choice perennials, rare trees and shrubs, Australian natives, bulbs, succulents, sculpture, specialist tools and books from over 40 exhibitors. There is also an opportunity to wander and enjoy the unique setting of the wonderful gardens. |
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10am to 4.30pm, 1 & 2 March 2008 |
Bolobek, Mt Macedon Road, Macedon
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$10, children under 18 free |
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The Naked and the Nude
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The naked body in art will be celebrated at the Ballarat Fine Art Gallery this Spring. The Naked and the Nude takes the viewer on a fresh and challenging journey of the nude in art, both male and female, through the 19th, 20th and into the 21st Centuries. |
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9am to 5pm, 13 Sept to 7 Dec 2008 |
Ballarat Fine Art Gallery, 40 Lydiard Street North, Ballarat
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$10 (adults); concession ($6), chn u.16 free |
Enquiries: (03) 5320 5858. |
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Jewellery Fundraiser for BHS Special Care Unit - Maternity Ward
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We are offering an excellent opportunity to get real quality Jewellery at a hugely discounted price, as well as help out the BHS Maternity Ward. Goods are to be paid for on the day of Fundraiser and delivery of items is 3-4 weeks after the event. So either bring along your credit card or cash to help out this great cause. We have a display with some items that can be ordered and catalogues too. Prices from $9.95 to the thousands. Contact Leah 0400917693 or Roshelle 0413543531 for more information |
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10am to 4pm, Saturday 11th October 2008 |
Ballarat City Oval Bowling Club 1406 Sturt St, Ballarat
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Labrador Indulgence Day 2008
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 Come
and enjoy a day out with your dog and your family, while raising funds for the
Ballarat cancer research centre. This year we are celebrating 10 years of the
labrador indulgence day which is on Sunday 12th October at St Anne's Vineyards,
Myrniong. There will be guest speakers, slow auctions, wine tasting, games that
include your dog, competitions, demonstrations and many stalls to look through.
For enquiries
ring Maria Pelegrin 0438 535 050, Belinda Howard (03) 53347380, Marj Deignan
(03) 53452242 or Trish Munley (03) 57843352. Myrniong is 15mins from Bacchus
Marsh)just of Western fwy exit C318. Full details at
Labrador Indulgence Day. |
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10am to 4pm, Sunday 12th October 2008 |
St Anne's Vineyards, 64 Garrards lane, Myrniong
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$10 single or $20 a family |
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Free Family Fishing Festival - Go Fishing In Victoria
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The Department Of Primary Industries - Fisheries Victoria are hosting a Free Family Fishing Festival. Instructed and assisted workshops for 4-16 yr olds, knot tying, casting, and fishing. Activities for the whole family, jumping castle, face painting, stalls, and giveaways. No fishing licence required for participants on the day. Pre-register as workshop spaces are limited. |
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9am to 4pm, 18th October 2008 |
Jubilee lake (Daylesford)
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Free |
Enquiries: 136 186 |
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Creswick Forestry Fiesta
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A fun-filled family orientated day in its 13th year, celebrating "The Magic
of the Forest" with a Grande Street Parade, an extensive array of commercial,
craft and community stalls, music, entertainment, the Criterium Bike Race,
Brackenbury Fun Run, and the annual Flower Show. Free activities for the
children, all in a relaxed and beautiful environment. Full details at
www.creswickforestryfiesta.com. |
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from 9am, Sunday 26th October 2008 |
Old Market Square, Midland Highway, Creswick
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Enquiries: 0409 967 067 |
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Woodend Teddy Bear Show
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The Woodend Teddy Bear Show is a must for teddy bear collectors and
enthusiasts, young and old alike. Following the very successful launch in 2006,
the Woodend Teddy Bear Show has become an annual event. The show includes
exhibits by the most talented Soft Sculpture Artists from all over Australia and
New Zealand. Full information at
Woodend Teddy Bear
Show. Adults $5.00 - Concession $3.00 - Children $2.00 (under 6 years free) |
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10 am to 4 pm, Sunday 26th October 2008 |
St. Ambrose Hall, Templeton Street (cnr. Anslow Street), Woodend
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Hanging Rock Races
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The traditional New Years Day races at the atmospheric racecourse at Hanging Rock. |
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Rainbow Serpent Festival
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A new age festival with world music, arts, crafts and communal environment. Featuring entertainment, a market with over 100 stalls, workshops and lifestyle and art displays. |
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23rd to 26th January 2009 |
Beaufort
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Bookings 13 28 49 |
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Australia Day Races
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The popular annual horse racing event. |
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Australia Day Races at Hanging Rock
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The traditional Australia Day races at the atmospheric racecourse at Hanging Rock. The Cup will provide a wealth of entertainment for adults and families including live music, food stalls, kid’s activities & great thoroughbred racing. |
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Ballarat Begonia Festival
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A major lifestyle and gardening festival. |
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7 to 9 March 2008 |
Ballarat Botanic Gardens
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Enquiries:1800 656 374 |
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Talbot Yabbie Festival
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A community festival with a special emphasis on the yabbie with food wine, entertainment and stalls. |
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8th March 2009 |
Talbot
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Enquiries: (03) 5463 2555 |
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Woodend Winter Arts Festival
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The Woodend Winter Arts Festival showcases music, literature and the
visual arts in intimate historical venues over three pleasurable days. |
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5th to 8th June 2009 (to be confirmed) |
Woodend
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Enquiries: (03) 9842 9740 |
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Righteous Pups Australia Variety Fair
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Come along and grab some bargains, while helping to raise funds for the training and placement of Assistance Dogs for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders. Plants, Bric-a-brac, Clothing, Books, Crafts, Dog Demonstrations, Sausage Sizzle, Balloons, Face Painting & More |
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10am-2pm, 13th September 2008 |
'Gravel Hill' Community Arts Centre, Mundy St, Bendigo
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Enquiries: (03) 5445 6036 |
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White Hat - THE place to find markets in Victoria
Over the years White Hat has become recognised as THE
place to list and find markets in Melbourne & Victoria and our
markets pages consistently receive over 1,000 visitors a day with over
3,000 a day at weekends. Unlike many
websites which merely LIST markets, White Hat VISITS markets as
witnessed by the photographs. Although we visit hundreds of markets
every year we can never cover all of them so please let us know if any
of our information is out of date. With details on over 400 markets,
users regularly tell us that the
White Hat listing is the best and most
comprehensive source of markets in
Victoria available either on the web
or in print.
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Avoca Riverside Market
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Come and visit our market on the picturesque Riverflat at Avoca, you can taste our local wines and enjoy a stroll amongst our variety of stalls including craft, plants, lollies, cakes German sausage, candles, soaps, baby clothes, jewellery, alpaca rugs and so much more. |
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9am to 1pm, 4th Sunday of month |
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Dundas Street, Riverflat
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Enquiries: 0488177647 |
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Baby & Kids Market Bendigo
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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. 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. |
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9am to 12noon, Sunday 17th August 2008 |
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Strathdale Community Centre (YMCA) Crook Street, Strathdale
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Bendigo |
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Enquiries: 1300 55 44 76 |
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Bacchus Marsh Village Country Craft Market
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An indoor market with over 60 stalls featuring a wide range of handcrafted goods. |
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10am—5pm, 2nd Thursday of the month |
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Bacchus Marsh Village Shopping Cenrte, Main Street
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Bacchus Marsh |
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(Mel ref 611 F1) |
Enquiries: (03) 5367 6200 |
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Ballan Community Market
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Local crafts and secondhand goods. |
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8am - 1pm, 1st Saturday of Month |
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145 Inglis Street,
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(Mel ref 611 D1) |
Enquiries: (03) 5368 1203 |
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Ballarat Antique Market
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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. |
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10am to 5pm, daily |
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Antique & Collectables Centre, 9 Humffray Street North,
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Ballarat |
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(Mel ref 609 A12) |
Enquiries: (03) 5331 7996 |
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Ballarat Computer Swap Meet
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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. |
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9am—4.30pm, 2nd Saturday of month |
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Ballarat Secondary College, Ballarat
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Enquiries: (03) 9886 1466 |
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Ballarat Fine Art Gallery Arts Market
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With original fine arts, acoustic musicians and artists at work. |
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9.30am-3.30pm, 2nd Sunday of month |
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Ballarat Fine Arts Gallery,
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Ballarat |
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Enquiries: (03) 5320 5858 |
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Ballarat Lakeside Farmers Market
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A true Farmers Market. Situated on beautiful Lake Wendouree, the Ballarat Lakeside Market dishes up some of Victoria's freshest produce. While enjoying the live jazz band you can sample & buy from over 50 specialist boutique stalls featuring fresh fruit, herbs & vegetables, free range poultry and meat, deli style foods, regional wine, coffee and a gourmet sausage sizzle. The Lake has never tasted so good. |
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9am to 1pm,2nd & last Sat of month (except Dec which is 2nd & 3rd Sat) |
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Wendouree Parade, Lake Wendouree
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Ballarat (next to Pipers Restaurant) |
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Enquiries: (03) 9569 4767 |
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Ballarat Trash & Trivia Market
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Over 400 stalls selling secondhand goods, crafts,etc. |
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8am - 2pm, Sundays |
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Ballarat Showgrounds,Creswick Rd,
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(Mel ref 609 A12) |
Enquiries: 0418 518 106 |
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Beaufort Market
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Craft and Produce Market. Located on the Western Highway between Ballarat and Ararat, a beautiful drive approx. one and a half hours from Melbourne. 1st Saturday of the month, 9:00am - 1:00pm in Memorial Park, Western Highway, Beaufort. Market operates from September to April. Local gourmet food, produce, arts & crafts. |
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9am to 1pm, first Saturday of month (Sept—April) |
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Memorial Park, Havelock Street
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Enquiries: (03) 5349 1184 |
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Bendigo Art & Craft Market
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An outdoor maket with hand made, individual and creative items such as jewellery, hand knitted and specialty children's clothing,leatherwear, cut flowers (in season), preserves, crystals, ceramics, hand made soaps and more. The market is a project of the Sandhurst Rotary Club and has been operating since 1989. The markets also operates on other selected dates. There is a markey on Easter Sunday (8 April) and the 2007 Australia Day market (Jan 26) and Good Friday (6 April) Family Day will both be held at Lake Weeroona. |
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9am to 3pm, last Sun of month (Feb to May) |
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Pall Mall / Williamson Street
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(Mel ref 603 D3) |
Enquiries: 0427 547 641 |
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Bendigo Farmers' Market
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8.30am to 3pm, 2nd Saturday of month |
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Bendigo Showgrounds, 42-72 Holmes Road
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Enquiries: 5444 4646 |
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Bendigo Prince of Wales Showground Market
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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. |
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8.30am - 3pm, Sundays (except major annual events) |
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Prince of Wales Showgrounds, Holmes Road
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(Mel ref 609 D3) |
Enquiries: 0407 094 805 |
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Buninyong Country Market
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An indoor/outdoor market selling hand made and home grown goods. |
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10am to 2pm, First Sunday of month |
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Buninyong Town Hall, Learmonth Street
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Buninyong |
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Enquiries: 0410009000 or (03) 5334 3380 |
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Buninyong Craft Market
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An indoor/outdoor market featuring home made and home produced goods only |
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10am-2pm, 1st Sun of month |
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Town Hall, Learmonth Street,
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(Mel ref 611 A1) |
Enquiries: (03) 5341 3950 |
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Buninyong Farmers Market
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Fresh local produce direct from the producer together with live music and entertainment. |
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10am-2pm, 3rd Saturday of month |
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Desoza Park,
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Buninyong |
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Enquiries: (03) 5341 3080 |
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Camp Street Market
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Featuring goods and service which are locally made, grown, designed or manufactured. |
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Selected Sundays |
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Mining Exchange, Lydiard to Camp Street,
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Enquiries: (03) 5334 4590 |
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Car Boot Sale Malmsbury
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Malmsbury Primary School will hold a car boot sale. Includes gourmet BBQ, cake stall and lucky dips for the kids. |
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10am to 3pm, Saturday 6th September 2008 |
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Malmsbury Primary School
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Enquiries: (03) 5422 2282 |
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Carisbrook Market
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Craft, second hand goods & groceries. |
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10am - 4pm, last Sunday of the month |
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Carisbrook Town Hall,
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(Mel ref 621 K11) |
Enquiries: (03) 5464 2251 |
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Castlemaine Farmers Market
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Locally grown and handmade produce from Central Victoria. |
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9am to 1pm, 1st Sunday of month |
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Beside the old Market Building, Mostyn Street
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Enquiries: (03) 03 5470 6340 |
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Clunes Country Market
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A wide variety of goods. Buskers & entertainers welcome. |
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10am - 4pm, 2nd Sunday of month |
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Main Street
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Enquiries: 0411 542 616 or 03 / 5345 3276 |
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Computer Swap Meet
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Featuring local and Victorian traders. |
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9am-4pm, 2nd Saturday of month |
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Ballarat Secondary College, East Campus,
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Ballarat |
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Enquiries: (03) 9886 1466 |
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Creswick Craft / Car Boot Market
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Selection of new and used items. Hand made goods, plants, clothing, soy candles, soaps and quality second hand books. Timber crafts. Food and drinks available.No entry fee, ample parking, disabled access.Stalls inside and out. |
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9am to 1pm, 3rd Saturday of month |
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Community Hall and grounds, 19 Victoria St
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Enquiries: (03) 5345 2356 |
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Creswick Makers' Market
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This quality regional market features the rich taste and talents of the old goldfields artists, artisan and craftsmen. Product range includes craft, clothing, food, wine, bush furniture, preserves, sweets and much much more. |
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10am to 2pm, first Sunday of month |
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Market Square at entrance to
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Enquiries: 0409 358 839 |
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Darley Market
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A general outdoor market with new and second hand goods. |
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1st & 3rd Sat of month, 7am - 2pm. (Dates may change during footy season.) |
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Darley Football Oval, Fitzroy Street
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(Mel ref 219 G4) |
Enquiries: 0418 522 548 |
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Daylesford Farmers Market
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Over 40 stalls selling the best in Regional Produce. The region has the best in both organic and other fresh produce as well as all the value added produce in the Hepburn Shire. Full details at Regional Farmers Markets. |
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9am to 1pm, first Saturday of month |
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Daylesford Primary School, Vincent St
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Enquiries: (03) 5664 0096 |
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Daylesford Mill Markets
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A large indoor market with an emphasis on antiques, retro fashion and collecatables. New stallholders are welcome. |
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10am to 6pm, 7 days a week |
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105 Central Springs Road
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Enquiries: (03) 5348 4332 |
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Daylesford Sunday Market
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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. |
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8am - 4pm, Sundays |
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Daylesford Railway Station, Midland Hwy (Raglan St),
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(Mel ref 609 C10) |
Enquiries: (03) 5348 3503 |
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Eaglehawk Lions Market
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A community market run by the local Lions Club. |
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8am to 1pm, 3rd Saturday of month |
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Lake Neengar
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(Mel ref 609 D3) |
Enquiries: (03) 5446 9097 |
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Gisborne Farm & Produce Market
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This market fills the gap left in winter when the summer market finishes. Featuring honey, cheese, bread, pastries, hand made chocolate, emu oil, preserves, venison, etc. |
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9am-1pm, 1st Sunday of month (June-Sept) |
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Hamilton St service road.
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Enquiries: (03) 5428 3043 |
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Gisborne Olde Time Market
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An outdoor market with 220 stalls selling arts and crafts with no second hand goods. |
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9am to 1pm, 1st Sunday of month (Oct to May) |
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Hamilton & Aitken Street
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(Mel ref 197 F9) |
Enquiries: 0431563566 |
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Gisborne Secondary College Car-boot Sale
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Sellers book pre-payed sites at College. Car $15, Car/trailer $20, Car/tandem trailer $25. All proceeds going to the upgrade of food technology dept. Contact Annette Clark or Michelle Croxford: 54 28 3691, Kathy Gossip 5427 4117(AH).. 8:30 for a 9:00am start |
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9am to 1pm, Saturday 8th November 2008 |
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Gisborne Sewcondary College, Melton Rd
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Enquiries: (03) 5428 3691 |
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Gisborne Village All Seasons Market
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An indoor market with plants, crafts and bric a brac. |
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9am - 3pm, 1st Sunday of month |
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Gisborne Village Shopping Centre Brantome St,
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Gisborne |
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(Mel ref 197 F9) |
Enquiries: (03) 5426 2448 |
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Greendale Country Market
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Over 40 Professional and local stall holders are attracted to this fabulous country festive market where local produce and farming and garage sales galore come together to enjoy various entertainment with singers and gum boot throwing comps + CFA sausage sizzle. Less than 1 hours drive from Melb en-route to either Ballarat or Daylesford. Saturday October 27th 8am-1pm & Saturday February 23rd 2008. |
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8am—1pm, last Saturday of selected months |
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Egans Reserve (opposite the pub)
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Greendale |
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(Mel ref 609 E 12) |
Enquiries: Triss (03) 5368 7525 |
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Inverleigh Market
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A general market selling a wide range of goods. |
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9am-1pm, 3rd Sunday of month |
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Victoria Park, Hamilton Highway.
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Inverleigh |
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(Mel ref 611 C6) |
Enquiries: (03) 5265 1525 |
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Kilmore Highland Craft & Produce Market
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Come Meet the Maker, the Baker and the Grower - Farm Fresh Fruit and Vegetables, Olive Oil and related products, Preserves and Cakes, Wines, Fudges, Soft Furnishings, Handcrafted Teddy Bears, Children’s Clothing, Wooden Toys, Jewellery, Woodwork, Scrapbooking products, Natural Therapies, Plants, Flowers and much more. The “Market Café” this month serving Venison Sausages and delicious Winter Soups. Free entry |
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8.30am to 12.30pm, 3rd Sat of month (May-Sept?) |
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Kilmore Memorial Hall, Sydney Street
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Kilmore |
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(Mel ref. 509 K9) |
Enquiries: (03) 5783.3114 |
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Kyneton Antique Fair
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Well known dealers with collections ranging from fine china, jewellry, silverware and artwork to smaller pieces of furniture. White Hat believes you may even find some 'Karnivale' glass. |
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5th, 6th & 7th September 2008 |
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Kyneton Town Hall
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Kyneton |
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Enquiries: (03) 5422 2282 |
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Kyneton Book Fair
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Browse and buy from a selection of old and near new books. |
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6th & 7th September 2008 |
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Kyneton Town Hall Gallery
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Kyneton |
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Enquiries: (03) 5422 2282 |
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Kyneton Farmers' Market
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Featuring fresh produce from the local area. |
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8am-1pm, 2nd Saturday of month |
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St Paul's Park, Piper Street,
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Kyneton |
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Enquiries: (03) 5422 7256 |
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Lancefield & District Farmers Market
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Community owned - authentic - farmers market. Fresh local produce - veg - fruit - meat - cheese & other provisions for a more sustainable shopping experience. Free face-painting & music from local buskers.Come down with your bags, baskets and trolleys and support local producers. |
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9am-1pm, 4th Saturday of the month, (3rd Sat in Dec) |
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Centre Plantation, High Street,
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Lancefield |
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(Mel ref 609 J10) |
Enquiries: 0407 860 320 |
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Lancefield-Romsey Lions Club Market
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A large market with a wide range of goods and bric-a-brac. |
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8am-2.30pm, 4th Sun of month (except months starting with 'J') |
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Main Street,
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Romsey |
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(Mel ref 609 J10) |
Enquiries: 0438 414 245 |
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Lexton Community Market
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Arts, craft, bric-a-brac and produce. |
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9am-1pm, 2nd Sunday of Monthe (Sept.-April) |
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Toll Bar Park, Sunrasia Highway,
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Lexton |
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(Mel ref 626 J2) |
Enquiries: (03) 5466 7367 |
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Malmsbury Village Market
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An indoor/outdoor market in a pleasant lakeside setting selling quality goods and produce. |
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9am-3pm, 2nd Sun of month (Sept-May) |
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Gardens, Calder Highway
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Malmsbury |
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(Mel ref 609 F8) |
Enquiries: (03) 5423 9533 |
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Maryborough Mothers' Day Market
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This market, held at the historic railway station, attracts large crowds. A wide range of antiques and collectables. |
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9am-4pm, every Mothers' Day |
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Maryborough Railway Station.
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Maryborough |
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(Mel ref 620 J11) |
Enquiries: (03) 5461 2701 |
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Maryborough Sunday Tourist Market
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Bric-a-brac and other goods. |
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8am-1.30pm, 1st Sunday of month |
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Carisbrook Trotting Complex
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Maryborough |
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(Mel ref 620 K11) |
Enquiries: (03) 5461 2819 |
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Melton Sunday Market
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An outdoor market with candles, plants, giftware, variety household items, tshirts etc. Jumping castle & rides for the kids. |
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9am am to 2pm, every 2nd Sunday (confirmed until Nov 08) |
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Melton Secondary College, 159-211 Coburns Road
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Melton |
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Enquiries: 0400 253 358 |
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Mundy Market on Mondays
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Mundy Market has been designed to celebrate and provide an avenue for aspiring and creative young people known to the orgaisers. Mundy Market is a community event that is operated by the partnerships of BCentral and an amazing army of volunteers. Taking place at BCentral on Monday 10 December 2007 from 11:00am until 2:00pm, with the aim of running the market every three months in 2008. |
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BCentral - 45 Mundy street
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Bendigo |
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Enquiries: (03) 5441 1444 |
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Newstead Market
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Car boot sales. |
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8am-noon, 3rd Sat in March & November |
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Rotunda Park.
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Newstead |
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(Mel ref 627 A1) |
Enquiries: (03) 5476 2006 |
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Pleasant Street Craft Market
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A large indoor/outdoor market featuring craft, produce and more. |
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9am - 1pm, 4th Sunday of the month (10am-1.30pm during winter) |
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Pleasant Street Primary School (next to lake),
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Ballarat |
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(mel ref 609 A12) |
Enquiries: (03) 5333 2349 |
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Riddells Creek Farmers Market
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An authenic community farmers market featuring locally grown gourmet food, seasonal produce, wine, olives, honey, eggs, bread, compost, grain, plants, woolen products and much more. Free face painter for young and old and music from local buskers. |
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9am to 1pm, 3rd Sat of month (exc. Dec) |
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Riddells Creek Primary School
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Riddells Creek |
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Enuiries: (03) 5428 7683 |
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Romsey Market
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A local general market. |
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9am-2pm, 4th Sunday of month |
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Main Street,
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Romsey |
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Enquiries: (03) 5429 5620 |
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Skipton Indoor Craft Market
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Held at the Mechanic Hall in the heart of Skipton (54kms west of Ballarat on the Glenelg Hwy). Hand crafted jewellery, concrete garden ornaments, natural soy candles, knitted clothing and quilts, crystals, hobby craft and wooden toys, plants and home baked goodies. New stall holders welcome. |
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9am to 1pm, 2nd Saturdayof month (Exc. Nov) |
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Mechanics Hall, Anderson St
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Skipton |
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Enquiries: (03) 5340 2204 |
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St Anne's Winery Craft Market
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Craft market and wine tasting. |
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Labour day Monday & Queens Birthday Monday |
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St Anne's Winery, off Western Hwy.
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Myrniong |
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(Mel ref 611 E1) |
Enquiries: (03) 5368 7209 |
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Sunbury Craft Market
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An indoor/outdoor market selling crafts, hand made gifts, toys and other goods. |
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9am - 2pm, 1st Sat of month |
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Leisure Centre - Elizabeth Drive,
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Sunbury |
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Enquiries: (03) 9744 5096 |
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Talbot Farmers' Market
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A community farmers market featuring local wineries, fresh fruit and vegies, and a large variety of stalls to reflect the diversity of the region from Ballarat to the Grampians to Hepburn, Mt Alexander and the Central Goldfields. Including live music, locally grown produce, tastings, food, wine and more. Talbot is between Clunes and Maryborough. |
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9am to 2pm, 3rd Sunday of month |
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Scandanavin Crescent,
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Talbot |
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(Mel ref 620 J11) |
Enquiries: (03) 5463 2001 |
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Trentham Sunday Market
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Local produce and other goods. |
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9am-2pm, 4th Sunday of month |
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Main Street,
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Trentham |
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(Mel ref 627 D2) |
Enquiries: (03) 5424 8223 |
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Wesley Hill Market
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Locally grown produce, plants, flowers, books, antiques & bric-a-brac, etc |
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7.30am - 1pm, Saturdays |
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Pyrenees Hwy opposite Albion Hotel,
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Castlemaine |
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(Mel ref 609 D7) |
Enquiries: 0418 117 953 |
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Woodend Market
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An outdoor market selling craft and other goods. |
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9am-3pm, 3rd Sunday of month (closed June-August) |
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High Street,
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Woodend< |
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(Mel ref 609 G10) |
Enquiries: (03) 5427 2255 |
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Please note that the above are the official trading hours. At many markets, a number of stalls close early, so you need to be there well before official closing time. |
Forthcoming Events
These events are ones which have run in the past and we expect to run in the future. As yet we do not have confirmed details, dates and contact details. To be informed of those details when they become available you can subscribe to our newsletter "Great things to do in Melbourne".
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Anderson's Mill Food, Wine & Jazz Festival
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The Anderson's Mill Festival is a showcase for the excellent food, wine, and music of the region. An eclectic mix of local produce, boutique wineries, entertaining music, arts and crafts, heritage artisans, mill tours and kids entertainment. Magnificent setting of the majestic bluestone mill and picturesque valley. |
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April 2008 ? |
Anderson's Mill, Smeaton (near
Ballarat) |
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Annual Doll and Teddy Fair
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Dolls and teddies on display and for sale supporting the Bone Marrow Registry and St Vincents Hospital Melbourne. |
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October 2008 ? |
Sebastapol Secondary College, Ballarat |
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Annual Rare Plant Fair
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Presented by the Mt Macedon Horticultural Society |
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Ararat Jail House Rock Festival
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A music festival with a street carnival, bands jail tours and dancing. |
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Australian Community Writers Inc Conference
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"Where Fantasy and History Meet". Book launches, competitions and workshops. |
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September 2008 ? |
Ballarat Mechanics Institute Hall, Sturt Street, Ballarat |
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Australian Cymbidium Festival
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This national exhibition also features exhibitors from New Zealand with vintage, hybrid and exhibition orchids. |
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September 2008 ? |
Ararat Town Hall |
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Australian Sheep and Wool Show
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The largest sheep and wool show in the world. Sheep shearing, sheep dog competitions, ram sales, demonstrations and fashion parades. |
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July 2008 > |
Prince of Wales Showgrounds, Bendigo |
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Ballan Autumn Festival
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A community festival with entertainments and a parade. |
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