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The White Hat Guide to Daylesford area and Macedon Ranges

Malmsbury Botanic Gardens
Malmsbury Botanic Gardens

This area includes Mount Macedon, Hanging Rock, Bacchus Marsh, Kyneton, Daylesford, Hepburn Springs and Kilmore.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Frederic McCubbin's famous painting, The Pioneer (see right), was painted at Mount Macedon and the growing city of Melbourne can be faintly made out in the background. The painting hangs in the Ian Potter Centre in Melbourne.

Bulla Hill Miniature Railway

A ride-on model railway. Enclosed footwear must be worn. More information at Bulla Steam Railway.
noon-5pm, 1st & 3rd Sunday of month

 

Green Street, - Bulla
(Mel ref 177 B7)

Scene at Lavendula
Lavendula

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Events

Castlemaine State Festival

A major biennial festival featuring visual arts, music, dance and a range of entertainments
April 2009 ?

Castlemaine -

Enquiries: (03) 5472 3733

Rupertswood Mansion Grand Open Day

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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.
11am to 4.30pm, Monday 28th January 2008

Rupertswood, 3 Macedon Street, Sunbury -

$12, students (12-18) $6 Enquiries: (03) 9740 5020

Bolobek Plant Fair

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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.
10am to 4.30pm, 1 & 2 March 2008

Bolobek, Mt Macedon Road, Macedon - (Mel ref 609 G10)

$10, children under 18 free

Hanging Rock Races

The traditional New Years Day races at the atmospheric racecourse at Hanging Rock.
1 January 2008

Hanging Rock -

Enquiries: (03) 5422 1866

Australia Day Races at Hanging Rock

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.
26 January 2009

Hanging Rock -

Enquiries: (03) 5422 1866

Australia Day Races

The popular annual horse racing event.
26 January 2009

Hanging Rock -

Woodend Winter Arts Festival

The Woodend Winter Arts Festival showcases music, literature and the visual arts in intimate historical venues over three pleasurable days.
5th to 8th June 2009 (to be confirmed)

Woodend -

Enquiries: (03) 9842 9740

Markets

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.

Car Boot Sale Malmsbury

Malmsbury Primary School will hold a car boot sale. Includes gourmet BBQ, cake stall and lucky dips for the kids.
10am to 3pm, Saturday 6th September 2008

 

Malmsbury Primary School - Malmsbury
Enquiries: (03) 5422 2282

Daylesford Farmers Market

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.
9am to 1pm, first Saturday of month

 

Daylesford Primary School, Vincent St - Daylesford
Enquiries: (03) 5664 0096

Daylesford Makers' Market

Daylesford’s first makers’ market, being held for one day only, features unique hand-made gifts from local artists, designers and makers. Come along to find cute gifts for kids and grown-ups, ceramics, homewares and accessories, and a wide range of toys made by hand from wood, felt and vintage fabrics. Gorgeous stuff you wont find anywhere else. Just in time for your Christmas shopping. More information at Daylesford Makers' Market.
9am to 1pm, Sunday 30 November 2008

 

Raglan Street (next to the Sunday Market) - Daylesford
Enquiries: (03) 5348 1706

Daylesford Mill Markets

A large indoor market with an emphasis on antiques, retro fashion and collecatables. New stallholders are welcome.
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 - 4pm, Sundays

 

Daylesford Railway Station, Midland Hwy (Raglan St), - Daylesford
(Mel ref 609 C10) Enquiries: (03) 5348 3503

Diggers Rest Primary School Market

New and used goods, crafts novelties vegetables, gifts, entertainment for children, food, fun for all, All kind of storeholders welcome including carboot. Set up 6.30
9am to 2pm, Sat 15th November 2008

 

Diggers Rest Primary School Plumpton Rd - Diggers Rest
Enquiries: 0425705114

Gisborne Farm & Produce Market

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.
9am-1pm, 1st Sunday of month (June-Sept)

 

Hamilton St service road. - Gisborne
Enquiries: (03) 5428 3043

Gisborne Olde Time Market

An outdoor market with 220 stalls selling arts and crafts with no second hand goods.
9am to 1pm, 1st Sunday of month (Oct to May)

 

Hamilton & Aitken Street - Gisborne
(Mel ref 197 F9) Enquiries: 0431563566

Gisborne Secondary College Car-boot Sale

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
9am to 1pm, Saturday 8th November 2008

 

Gisborne Sewcondary College, Melton Rd - Gisborne
Enquiries: (03) 5428 3691

Gisborne Village All Seasons Market

An indoor market with plants, crafts and bric a brac.
9am - 3pm, 1st Sunday of month

 

Gisborne Village Shopping Centre Brantome St, - Gisborne
(Mel ref 197 F9) Enquiries: (03) 5426 2448

Kilmore Highland Craft & Produce Market

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
8.30am to 12.30pm, 3rd Sat of month (May-Sept?)

 

Kilmore Memorial Hall, Sydney Street - Kilmore
(Mel ref. 509 K9) Enquiries: (03) 5783.3114

Kyneton Antique Fair

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.
5th, 6th & 7th September 2008

 

Kyneton Town Hall - Kyneton
Enquiries: (03) 5422 2282

Kyneton Book Fair

Browse and buy from a selection of old and near new books.
6th & 7th September 2008

 

Kyneton Town Hall Gallery - Kyneton
Enquiries: (03) 5422 2282

Kyneton Farmers' Market

Featuring fresh produce from the local area.
8am-1pm, 2nd Saturday of month

 

St Paul's Park, Piper Street, - Kyneton
Enquiries: (03) 5422 7256

Lancefield & District Farmers Market

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.
9am-1pm, 4th Saturday of the month, (3rd Sat in Dec)

 

Centre Plantation, High Street, - Lancefield
(Mel ref 609 J10) Enquiries: 0407 860 320

Lancefield-Romsey Lions Club Market

A large market with a wide range of goods and bric-a-brac.
8am-2.30pm, 4th Sun of month (except months starting with 'J')

 

Main Street, - Romsey
(Mel ref 609 J10) Enquiries: 0438 414 245

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

Melton Sunday Market

Entertainment for the whole family. With over 50 stalls, there is something for everyone from plants, soy candles, children's clothing, collectibles, jewelry, rides for the kids, face painting, live music and much more. - Dog Parade (Nov. 9th 08) We are looking for the best dressed dog in Melton. Enter your dog to win one of many great prizes. Registration 11:00am.
9am am to 2pm, 2nd & 4th Sunday of month

 

Melton Secondary College, 159-211 Coburns Road - Melton
Enquiries: 0400 253 358

Riddells Creek Farmers Market

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.
9am to 1pm, 3rd Sat of month (exc. Dec)

 

Riddells Creek Primary School - Riddells Creek
Enuiries: (03) 5428 7683

Romsey Market

A local general market.
9am-2pm, 4th Sunday of month

 

Main Street, - Romsey
Enquiries: (03) 5429 5620

Sunbury Craft Market

An indoor/outdoor market selling crafts, hand made gifts, toys and other goods.
9am - 2pm, 1st Sat of month

 

Leisure Centre - Elizabeth Drive, - Sunbury
Enquiries: (03) 9744 5096

Trentham Sunday Market

Local produce and other goods.
9am-2pm, 4th Sunday of month

 

Main Street, - Trentham
(Mel ref 627 D2) Enquiries: (03) 5424 8223

Wesley Hill Market

Locally grown produce, plants, flowers, books, antiques & bric-a-brac, etc
7.30am - 1pm, Saturdays

 

Pyrenees Hwy opposite Albion Hotel, - Castlemaine
(Mel ref 609 D7) Enquiries: 0418 117 953

Woodend Market

An outdoor market selling craft and other goods.
9am-3pm, 3rd Sunday of month (closed June-August)

 

High Street, - Woodend<
(Mel ref 609 G10) Enquiries: (03) 5427 2255

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.

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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".

Anderson's Mill Food, Wine & Jazz Festival

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.
April 2008 ? Anderson's Mill, Smeaton (near Ballarat)

Annual Doll and Teddy Fair

Dolls and teddies on display and for sale supporting the Bone Marrow Registry and St Vincents Hospital Melbourne.
October 2008 ? Sebastapol Secondary College, Ballarat

Australian Community Writers Inc Conference

"Where Fantasy and History Meet". Book launches, competitions and workshops.
September 2008 ? Ballarat Mechanics Institute Hall, Sturt Street, Ballarat

Ballarat & District Flower Festival

Presented by the Australian Plants society and featring demonstrations and sales.
October 2008 ? Ballarat

Ballarat Autumn Day Ride

Fully supported tours of 50 or 100kms. Lunch at Haddon, approx 500 riders.
May 2009 ? Starts from Pleasant Street State School, Ballarat

Ballarat Cup Carnival

Live music, fashions on the field and the big race.
November 2008 ? Ballarat

Ballarat Model Railway Club Model Railway Spectacular

June 2009 ?

Ballarat Orchid Society Inc Orchid Show

Displays of many variety of orchids.
October 2008 ? Ballarat Horticultural Centre, Wendouree

Ballarat Rodeo

January 2009 ? Ballarat Showgrounds, Ballarat

Ballarat Show

The Agricultural & Pastoral Societ's annual show with entertainment, fireworks, showbags, sideshows, livestock & craft competitions.
November 2008 ? Ballarat Showgrounds, Ballarat

Ballarat Writers Festival

Readings, workshops and events suited to both aspiring and established writers.
October 2008 ? Australian Catholic University, Aquinas Campus, Ballarat

Ballarat Writers' Festival

An annual literary festival also featuring local food and wine
October 2008 ? Minimg Exchange, Lydiard Street North, Ballarat

Buninyong Film Festival

A film festival with socialising & sightsseing.
May 2009 ? Bunninyong Town Hall,

Buninyong Gold King Festival

This annual festival takes place in the historic township of Bunninyong nestled underneath the dizzying heights (well not quite) of Mount Bunninyong and features a street parade as well as a varieties of entertainment and stalls.
February 2008 ? Desoza Park, Bunninyong

Central Highlands Historical Association Family Histoy Expo

Annual expo featuring family and local history resources, seminars and book sale, this year including 150 years of railways in Victoria.
October 2008 ? Ballarat

Dance Sports Festival Ballarat

A festival with over 200 competitors.
March 2008 ? Miner Dome, Ballarat

Ekiden Relay

A road relay of marathon distance consisting of 7 laps of Lake Wendouree for corporate and junior teams.
October 2008 ? Lake Wendouree, Ballarat

Festival of Flowers & Music

Ballarat churches , florists and local organisations display themed floral arrangements. Also featuring classical music and hymns.
October 2008 ? St Peter's Anglican Church, Sturt Street, Ballarat

Organs of the Ballarat Goldfields

A festival of fine music in historic venues. Artistic director Sergio de Pieri.
January 2009 ? Ballarat and district

Skipton Rose Festival

A rose display with stalls and open gardens.
November 2008 ?

Springfest Market Sunday

Over 400 sites with crafts, food wine and much else together with family entertainment, buskers ans displays. Proceeds to support Rotary.
November 2008 ? Lake Wendouree, Ballarat

Statewide Philatelic Congress

The largest fair outside Melbourne with over 30 dealer and club members' tables, Militaria and badges.
October 2008 ? Ballarat

Stuffest Youth Festival

With BMX events, bands, workshops and dance.
September 2009 ? Ballarat

Super Southern Swap Meet

The largest swap meet in Australia with an enormous range of everything to do with cars.
February 2009 ? Ballarat Airport, Ballarat

Winter Classic Car Rally

June 2009 ? Ballarat Light Car Clubrooms, Ballarat Airport
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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