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The White Hat Guide to the Mornington Peninsula
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These flights provides
an opportunity to view the
Mornington Peninsula from
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Pelicans at Hastings
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This area includes Shoreham, Arthurs Seat, Red Hills, Mt Martha, Dromana, Sorrento, Portsea and Rye.
Mornington Peninsula Regional GalleryThis gallery specialises in Australian prints and drawings, and has one of the most significant collections of works on paper in Australia.
Admission $4/$2
Tuesdays-Sundays, 10am -5 pm
Civic Reserve, Dunns Road, Mornington (Mel
ref 145 G4)
Enquiries (03) 5975 4395
Coolart Mansion
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See also A Trip to Stony Point in our Melbourne newsletter No.144 of 30 September 2005.
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McClelland Gallery and Sculpture Park
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A regional gallery with changing exhibitions set in a eight hectare sculpture park 45 minutes south of Melbourne. |
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Enquiries: (03) 9789 1671 |
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Mornington Railway
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Steam hauled travel from a bygone era.. Moorooduc Station (Mel ref 105 K9, enter from Two Bays Road near Moorooduc Highway) 11am-4pm, and Mornington Station (Mel ref 145 G1) 11.30am-3.15pm. More information at Steam
Trains in Melbourne and Mornington
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The Museum of HMAS Cerberus
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This museum contains one of the largets naval history collections in Australia. A small entry fee applies. |
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10.30am-4pm, Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm Sat, Sun & public holidays |
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HMAS Cerberus,
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Enquiries: (03) 5950 7530 |
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The Sorrento Museum and Heritage Gallery
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This museum in the 1877 Mechanic Institute building records the history of
the surrounding area. One of the prized possessions is the remains of a water
cask from the ill-fated settlement attempt by Captain Collins in 1803 which
included a young Johhny Fawkner
and the convict William Buckley.
It also contains a wet suit belonging to
Harold Holt who drowned nearby. $3 entry fee applies. |
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1.30-4.30 pm, weekends, public & school holidays |
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827 Melbourne Road,
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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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Plant Fair at the Frasers
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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.)  Gardener's
heaven - a lovely garden and the opportunity to buy from a wide selection of
rare and unusual plants. Over one special weekend, Australia's Open Garden
Scheme is once again bringing together around 40 exhibitors from Victoria and
interstate offering choice perennials, rare trees and shrubs, Australian
natives, bulbs and succulents, as well as sculpture and specialist tools. This
is an ideal opportunity for gardeners to meet and talk with expert growers of
the most interesting and unusual plants, and to find something out of the
ordinary.
The 5th annual Plant Fair will be held at Tamie and
Malcolm Fraser's garden
Thurulgoona on the Mornington Peninsula. Embracing its hillside setting and
framing expansive views, the beautiful garden features beds of flourishing
shrubs, roses and perennials in pleasing combinations wrapping the house and
creating intimate corners. There is also a parkland of thriving young native and
exotic trees including several uncommon species. Leave your purchases in the
plant crèche and take a leisurely stroll around the garden. There will be a free
plant creche for your purchases and refreshments will be available throughout
the day. |
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10am-4.30pm, Sat 28 Feb & Sun 1 Match 2009 |
Thurulgoona, enter from Merricks Rd, Merricks
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Twilight Jazz Picnic at Cruden Farm
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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
Band, directed by Leon de Bruin, The Jazz Doctors and The Hottentots with
special guest Bob Sedergreen. Entry is from Cranhaven Road, where there is ample
parking in the grounds. Elgee Park wines and soft drinks are available for
purchase. Bring your picnic basket, rug, table and chairs and sit back and enjoy
the ambience and surrounds of the beautiful garden. Tickets available from
McClelland Gallery + Sculpture Park, 390 McClelland Drive, Langwarrin.
McClelland Gallery is a not -for-profit organisation and benefits greatly from
the support and generosity it receives from its members, donors and partners.
Entry $12 (pre-purchased), $15 (door). Children under 12yrs free.
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4pm to 8pm, Saturday, 6 February 2010 |
Cruden Farm. (enter via Cranhaven Rd), Langwarrin
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$12 (pre-purchase) / $15 (door) (Ch. U.12 free) |
Bookings: (03) 9789 1671 |
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Open Garden at Cruden Farm
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 Dame
Elisabeth Murdoch 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 surround the lake in spring, and one of Australia's most famous
avenues all contribute to this place of rare beauty. Cruden Farm is possibly the
most famous garden in Australia and the lifetime achievement of national
treasure Dame Elisabeth Murdoch. No bookings required for this event.
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10am to 4.30pm, Sunday 30th August 2009 |
Cruden Farm. (enter via Cranhaven Rd), Langwarrin
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Open Garden at Cruden Farm
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Dame
Elisabeth Murdoch 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. One of Australia's most famous
avenues all contribute to this place of rare beauty. Cruden Farm is possibly the
most famous garden in Australia and the lifetime achievement of national
treasure Dame Elisabeth Murdoch. No bookings required for this event.
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10am to 4.30pm, Sunday 6th December 2009 |
Cruden Farm. (enter via Cranhaven Rd), Langwarrin
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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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Balnarring Racecourse Community Market
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Craft and produce market held monthly through the summer / autumn months and conducted by the Rotary Club of Hastings Western Port. All proceeds go to community projects. A beautiful venue under the gum trees with plenty of shade and a good range of local craft and produce. Special Easter Market on March 22nd 2008. |
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8am-1pm, 3rd Saturday of month, Nov-April, plus Easter Saturday |
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Balnarring Racecourse, Emu Plains Reserve
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Enquiries: 0401 016 626 |
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Bittern Country Market
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An outdoor market next to the railway station with trash & treasure, craft & local produce. You can find more information on Bittern Market in our
newsletter No.144 and
newsletter No.145. |
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8am-1pm, Sundays |
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Bittern Railway Station,
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(Mel ref 164 F7) |
Enquiries: 0409 417 463 |
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Boneo Community Market
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Home grown produce & crafts. |
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8.30am-12noon (9am-1pm winter), 3rd Saturday of month |
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Boneo Recreation Reserve, Boneo Road,
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(Mel ref 252 K3) |
Enquiries: 0418 418 302 |
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Dromana Drive-In Market
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An outdoor market selling new and second hand goods. A small entry fee applies.The market may be weather dependent. |
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7am-1pm, Sundays |
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Enquiries: 0402 606 101 (5-6pm) |
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Hastings on Westernport Craft Market
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An outdoor market with crafts and produce |
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9am - 4pm, Thursdays |
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High Street.
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Enquiries: (03) 5983 5695 |
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Mornington Farmers Market
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The best in local Peninsula fresh produce.The biggest Farmers Market on the peninsula with the very best in produce direct from the producer to You. "Fall in Love with Local Food ". Full details at Regional Farmers Markets. Please notechanged address as of December 2008. |
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8am to 1pm, 2nd Saturday of month |
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Peninsula Lifestyle Centre, Bungower Rd (behind Bunnings)
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Enquiries: (03) 5664 0096 |
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Mornington Racecourse Market
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A large market with arts & crafts and produce. Parking fees apply and dogs are prohibited. Additional market on 25th October 2009 |
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9am to 2pm, 2nd Sunday of Month (except during racing season) |
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Mornington Racecourse, Racecourse Rd
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Enquiries: (03) 5974 4710 |
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Mornington Village Shopping Centre Market
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An indoor market with home made and home produced goods. |
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9am-3pm, Wednesdays |
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(Mel ref 104 E12) |
Enquiries: (03) 5975 5702 |
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Mornington Wednesday Market
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A large street market with a variety of goods. |
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9am-4pm, Wednesdays |
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Main Street,
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(Mel ref 104 E11) |
Enquiries: (03) 5975 4522 |
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Nyora Craft and Produce Market
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Set in pituresque village green with public/disabled toilets and childrens playground. The best fresh produce inc. veggies, meats, preserves, eggs, cheeses,wine, honey and plants & locally made craft that gippsland can offer. Meet friends or family for a reasonably priced sausage sizzle brunch. All profits to the community. |
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8am-1pm, third Saturday of month (Stall holders from 6.30am) |
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Nyora Village Green, Mitchell St
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Enquiries: (03) 56 590 089 |
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Pearcedale Farmers Market
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On the way to Mornington call in and check out our fresh food farmers' market of local and regional producers set in a lovely semi-rural environment. Rain hail or shine - Honey,cheese,eggs,meat,gluten free cakes,vegies,native plants,puddings,seasonal berries and much more. |
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8am to 1pm, 3rd Saturday of month |
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Pearcdale Community Centre, 710 Baxter - Tooradin Rd
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Enquiries: (03) 59786620 |
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Red Hill Community Market
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A large indoor/outdoor market featuring local produce and crafts.Most goods are home made, home grown or home baked. A small parking fee applies and dogs are not allowed. (The location of the Red Hill Recreation Reserve can be found by clicking on the Red Hill Community Market link next to the White
Hat Map of Markets in Country Victoria) |
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8am to 1pm, 1st Saturday of month (Sept to May) |
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Red Hill Recreation Reserve
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Enquiries: (03) 5974 4710 |
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Rosebud Community Market
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Featuring a wide range of goods. The market on the 5th Saturday of the month is a trash & trasure market. |
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8am-12 noon, 2nd & 5th Saturday of month |
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Rosebud Primary School, cnr Nepean Hwy & Jetty Rd
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(Mel ref 158 12F) |
Enquiries: (03) 5986 8274 |
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Rye Foreshore Market
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An outdoor community market featuring a range of goods including, produce, gifts, craft and plants. |
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8am to 1pm, 1st Saturday of month |
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Rye Foreshore (opposite Post Office)
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Enquiries: 0423 116 457 |
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Somerville Saturday Market
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A wide range of goods. |
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9am-1pm, 2nd Sat of month, Oct-Dec, Jan-May |
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St Andrews Anglican Churh, Eramosa Road,
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(Mel ref 107 E12) |
Enquiries: (03) 5977 6980 |
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Tootgarook Primary School Community Market
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An outdoor market selling bric-a-brac, food, and general goods. |
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7.30am-12.30pm, 4th Saturday of month |
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Tootgarook Primary School, Carmichael Street.
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Tootgarook |
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(Mel ref 169 D4) |
Enquiries: (03) 5958 2864 |
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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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Arthur's Seat Challenge
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Run or walk to the summit of Arthurs Seat starting from the Rosebud Pier. |
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Between the Bays Music Festival
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The Between the Bays Music Festival combines a festival of rock & pop music with a showcase for local foods & wines.Music will be provided by Deborah Conway, Stephen Cummings, Diesel, Joe Camillieri & the Black Sorrows and Nick Barker. |
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March 2010 ? |
Penbank School, Rickards Road, Moorooduc |
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Churchill Island Working Horse Festival
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With Clydesdales and other working horses showing off they skills of animal and handler. |
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Coolart Jazz Festival
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Jazz, swing, dance, blues and Big Band music performed in a family-friendly atmosphere. |
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January 2009 ? |
Coolart Homestead, Somers |
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Dromana Strawberry Festival
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With family entertainment, Devonshire teas, activities and everything strawberry. |
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January 2009 ? |
Dromana Recreation Reserve, Pier St, Dromana |
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Festival of Jazz
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Enjoy three jazz events in a beautiful historic setting. Admission per event: Adult $20, Concession $15, Children $10, Family $45. Food available or BYO picnic. |
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Harvest at Heronswood
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Showcasing the heirloom and organic vegetables of Heronswood. |
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March 2008 ? |
Heronswood, 105 Latrobe Pde,
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Harvest Festival - Music & Short Films
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An annual festival with country music and roots music as well as food, wine and goods for sale. Saturday is the Harvest Short Film Festival and Sunday is the Harvest Music Festival |
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Heronswood Spring Festival
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Open day at the historic homestead and garden. |
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Kite Festival - Colour of the Sky
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A kite festival with demonstrations, workshops amd entertainment. |
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Main Street Mornington Festival
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The Main Street Festival brings together wine, food, music, art, entertainment, shopping and fun. There will be ninety exhibitors - growers of fresh seasonal produce, delicious food and a large selection of Awine makers. In addition there will be two stages incorporating local Peninsula based bands, a community stage as well as roving artists and musicians. Local art will also be a feature with a selection of artists demonstrating their skills and a children's arcade will be in Blake Street providing entertainment throughout the day. |
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Moonface Street Performers Festival
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On Easter Monday March 24th, The iconic Grand Hotel in Mornington in association with Peninsula Events will host the 3rd Annual Moonface Street Performers Festival in Main St Mornington, Vic. This years star studded event will feature Childrens Face & Canvas Painting, a Live Music Stage & Live Street Performances from Reuben DotDotDot, James Loughron, The Amazing Mr Fish & Many More. |
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Mornington Busker Festival
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A buskers competition supplemented by bands and other entertainment. |
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Mornington Main Street, Christmas Festival and Carols
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Join in the Christmas festivities in Main Street Mornington. |
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Mornington Peninsula Heritage Festival
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A festibval celebrating the heritage of the Mornington Peninsula. |
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Mornington Performing Arts Festival
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Performing arts, food and wine. |
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Mt Martha Beach Games Festival
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Alongside Mt Martha's first ever Street Festival, the event will also feature Skimboarding Demo's, Loads of various 'Come n Try' Sessions, a Best Mt Martha Beachbox Competition, a Miss Mt Martha Contest, plus a sea of Traditional Aussie Beach Activities including Competitive Beach Volleyball, Cricket, Soccer, Touch footy & more. |
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National Works on Paper
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A national showcase for works on paper by contemporary Australian artists. |
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September 2008 ? |
Mornington Peninsula Regional Gallery, Mornington |
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Opera in the Vineyards
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A special evening of opera. |
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Peninsula Piers and Pinots
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Entertainment, wine tasting, live music and yacht racing. White Hat enjoys a pinot that has developed through a mild autumn, so you might also enjoy a mild autumn day (Huey permitting) on the peninsula with a glass of local pinot in hand. |
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March 2009 ? |
Flinders Foreshore adjacent to Pier
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Peninsula Summer Music Festival
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The festival offers an assembly of Australian and international
musicians, alongside the best food and wine that the Peninsula has to offer. |
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Portsea Swim Classic
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One of the largest open water swims held in Australia attracting up to 2,500 swimmers in various age groups. |
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Quarantine Jazz Picnic
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The Quarantine Jazz Picnic returns. Local Mornington Peninsula wines, produce and gourmet foods on
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Red Hill Country Music Festival
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Held annually in January this long running festival run by the Mt Eliza Lions club features top country artists. This great family day includes market & food stalls, childrens rides and Hot Rod Custom Car & Ute Show. |
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Red Hill Show
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A traditional country show plus lots of family events with a particular concentration on the food and wine of the Mornington Peninsula. (The location of the Red Hills Showground can be found by clicking on the Red Hill Mraket link next to the White Hat Map of Festivals in Victoria) |
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April 2010 ? |
Red Hill Showgrounds, Red Hill |
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Red Hill Showjumping
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A two day program with 14 showjumping events and featuring the Hillview Quarries Grand Prix ion the Sunday. |
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April 2009 ? |
Treehaven Equestrian Club, Westernport Hwy,
Somerville |
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Rosebud Film Festival
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The 10th Annual Rosebud Film Festival is again looking at a fantastic line-up of upcoming films with a combination of Arthouse, Foreign Language and Mainstream. This is a weekend not to be missed with superb entertainment, atmosphere & excellent service! Not to mention the Free Barbeque, Popcorn, Drinks, Sweets & Ice-cream, prizes and Give-aways! Tickets are selling fast so book yours today. $85.00 All films, Continental Breakfast available Sat/Sun extra $9.00 each |
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November 2009 ? |
Rosebud Cinema, Rosebud |
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Rye Pier Swim
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An annual swim event. |
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February 2008 ? |
Rye Foreshore |
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Salt and Seaweed Festival
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An annual community festival feeaturing eating out in Sorrento and Portsea. |
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Sand Sculpting Australia
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This is an annual event with a different theme each year. |
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February 2008 ? |
Foreshore, Rye |
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Somers Arts Fair
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An art exhibition with stalls and entertainment. |
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October 2008 ? |
Somers Primary School, Camphill Rd, Somers |
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Sorrento Street Festival
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A community festival with street stalls and family activities. |
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The RACV Great Australian Rally
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Over 1000 veteran, vintage and classic cars drive from Melbourne to a gathering at Mornington racecourse. |
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Western Port Festival
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A community festival with entertainment, a parade, fireworks and more. |
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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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White Hat criticism of Grocery Choice vindicated?
In August 2008 the Australian Government launched its
Grocery Choice website as part of an election promise which it said
would combat grocery price rises by publicising individual item price comparisons
between major distributors. White Hat believed to model was flawed
from the start and gave our reasons in the strong criticism we in
our food newsletter published two days after the launch of the site.
In June, the Australian Government suddenly and unexpectedly
terminated the scheme. You can read White Hat's initial criticisms
which could also prove useful in the implementation of any future
scheme at
The
White Hat Food Newsletter of August 2008. |
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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