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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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High Tea
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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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Enquiries: (03) 5984 0255 |
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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'. Dame Elisabeth Murdoch's
wonderful property with its famous gardens is thrown open to the public for
occasional fundraising events such as this oneand Dame Elisabeth has long been a
generous patron of the arts and of the McClelland Gallery. 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.
White Hat suggests you go out of your way to enjoy this wonderful event and
suggests you bring your own picnic. Full details at
McClelland Gallery.
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4pm to 8pm, 18th February 2012 |
Cruden Farm (enter
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$15 pre-purchase and $20 on the day at the gate. Children under 12 free. Note on pricing |
Bookings: (03) 9789 1671 |
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Plant Fair at Cruden Farm
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Presented by the wonderful Australia's Open Garden Scheme. This day is
gardener's heaven - possibly Australia's most famous garden and the opportunity
to buy a wide selection of rare and unusual plants. Over this one special
weekend, we're once again bringing together around 40 exhibitors from Victoria
and interstate. You can talk to the expert growers of the most interesting and
unusual plants, and find something out of the ordinary. With everything from
bulbs to trees, natives to exotics, plus garden art, tools, guest speakers and
demonstrations - it's an enticing destination for garden-lovers.
This year's Fair is at Cruden
Farm, the lifetime achievement of national treasure
Dame Elisabeth Murdoch. Dame
Elisabeth designed and planted the renowned herbaceous borders, picking garden,
shrub walks, tree-shaded lawns and one of Australia's most famous avenues, all
contributing to a place of rare beauty. You can leave your purchases in our
plant creche while you take a leisurely stroll around the garden. Refreshments
will be available throughout the day.
Address: enter from Cranhaven Rd, Langwarrin. Directions: Melway 103:G5.
Information for bus groups & garden clubs:
- Please note that there is NO access to Cruden Farm for buses of over 25
seats unless they have pre-booked and pre-paid.
- Please read the important information for bus companies & groups
here about ensuring access for your bus.
Information for the public:
- The public do not need to pre-book.
- Parking, including disabled parking, is in paddocks adjoining the
garden. Most areas of the garden are accessible for wheelchairs and walking
frames.
- Public Transport Access: Train to Frankston Station & then Bus (routes
789, 790 or 791) to Veronica Street.
- Please note that OGA do not organise buses for the public to travel this
event.
All enquiries (03) 5568 1138 during business hours |
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Cruden Farm (enter
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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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Saturday 7th April 2012 (tbc) |
Red Hill Showgrounds, Red Hill
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Christmas Eve Carols and Pageant at Cruden Farm
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(This event is to be confirmed for 2012) Bring the family to enjoy Christmas Carols with singers and band. This popular community event includes a live re-enactment of the first Christmas with a baby, stable and donkey. Children are welcome to take part as angels or shepherds.
Gate opens at 6.30pm – enter from Cranhaven Road, Langwarrin. BYO picnic, rug, insect repellent, warm clothes. NO candles or pets please. Entry by donation – net proceeds used to support the needy in the local area. |
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7.30 to 8.45 pm, 24th December 2012 (tbc) |
Cruden Farm (enter
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White Hat - THE place to find markets
Over the years White Hat has become recognised as THE
place to list and find markets and our
markets pages consistently receive over 3,000 visitors a day with over
6,000 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 600 markets,
users regularly tell us that the
White Hat listing is the best and most
comprehensive source of markets 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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A true community market operating since 1977 on the third Saturday of every month. 150-200 stalls of fresh local fruit & vegetables, cheese, plants and crafts of every description in a rural setting. |
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8.30am- to 12noon (9am to 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 Market @ DriveIn
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Boxing Day Market - 26th Dec. 2010 Plus, every Saturday & Sunday during
January 2011, see web site for more dates.
The Market for everyone A vibrant market atmosphere located at the
iconic Dromana 3 Drive In, Heritage & National Trust listed, bringing
buyers & sellers together to a unique venue at the gateway to the
Mornington Peninsula. Stall holders with a range of quality mixed
merchandise; fresh produce, art & craft, antiques & collectibles,
plants, vintage items, clothing, tools, toys, new & pre-loved.
‘Homegrown, Handmade, Recycle, Re-use’
Shel’s Diner; classic 1950s retro diner, dine in or takeaway, for
brekkie or brunch.
Stallholders - Now taking Bookings, some undercover sites available,
limited number. For enquires call Shelley - 0359 31 0022, 0428 314 025,
email market@drivein.net.au
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8am to 1pm, 1st Saturday of month (Jan to May) plus extra dates shown above |
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Dromana 3 Drive In
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Eastbourne Primary School Market (aka Rosebud West Market)
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Outdoor General Market that has something for everyone.Located on the school oval.large range of exciting goods for sale.
Local fresh produce, arts, crafts, brick n brack, food, fruit and vegetables,Jewellery, Skin products, Soy melts,Free range eggs,
Plants,Clothes and much more. large range of exciting goods for sale. Stallholders contact Patricia 0430 743 510
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Eastbourne Primary School, Allambi Avenue
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Flinders Market
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Overlooking Phillip Island and set amongst the gum trees, enjoy browsing over 100 Stalls of Craft, Fresh Produce, Plants, Vintage Stalls, fresh Coffee and food. We also have a Childrens Corner comprising of horse rides, face painting, jumping castles and childrens stalls. Stall sites are 4x4m and cost $50 per site.flindersmarket@bigpond.com. Forthcoming dates: 9am to 2pm 22nd January 2012 and 8th April 2012 |
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B.A. Cairns Reserve, Barker Street
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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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(Mel ref 154 H11) |
Enquiries: (03) 5983 5695 |
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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. The Mornington Racecourse market operates predominantly on the second Sunday of the month 9am to 2pm all year round. Additional Christmas market 9am to 2pm, Sunday 5th December 2010 |
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9am to 2pm, selected dates (see above) |
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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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Mt Eliza Farmers' Market
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Come and enjoy the relaxed Sunday market atmosphere, whilst chatting to producers about their growing, rearing and cooking tales. Accompanied by a back drop of live music, children’s activities and the smells of freshly brewed coffee and a cooked breakfast – it’s a morning not to be missed. |
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8am to, 12.30pm, 4th Sunday of month (except Anzac Day) |
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Mt Eliza Way and the Village
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(Mel ref 105 F1) |
Enquiries: 0429 398 684 |
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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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Red Hill Farmers' Market
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Be part of the relaxed and friendly atmosphere whilst browsing and purchasing fresh organic vegetables, meat, jams, spices, eggs, a variety of home made pasta, cheese, olive oil, prepared on site hot food, great coffee and much more.
Only 60 minutes from the City, marvel at the surrounding vineyards, nearby Arthur’s Seat Look Out, or 100's of things to do - maybe catch up with nat at portc. |
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Red Hill Consolidated School, Mornington Flinders Road
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Enquiries: 0412 895 901 |
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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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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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Somers Winter Market
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Somers Winter Market is a boutique market held annually in the idyllic seaside hamlet of Somers. This year’s market will be held in the tranquil grounds of the Coolart Wetlands and Homestead. Arts & Crafts, Winter Food, Childrens Activities, and MORE!
Entry by Gold Coin donation. All proceeds go to the Somers Pre-School. |
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10am to 3pm, Saturday 21st August 2010 |
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Coolart Wetlands & Homestead
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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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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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(Mel ref 169 D4) |
Enquiries: (03) 5958 2864 |
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Vintage Market
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This regular indoor community market has a large array of vintage, retro and recycled fashion - an ever-changing treasure trove of bargains - with weird and wonderful things for the eccentric, the eclectic and collectors. Kids playground, food, canteen, coffe & music. A small entry charge applies. Stallholders welcome. |
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11am to 3pm, 3rd Sunday of month |
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Eastbourne Primary School, Allambi Ave
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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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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. |
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March 2012 ? |
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. Friday night is opera night. Tickets $25, $35, $45, children under 16 free.
Booking information >> |
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January 2012 ? |
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 2012 ? |
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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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 wine 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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Mornington Busker Festival
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A buskers competition supplemented by bands and other entertainment. |
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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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Peninsula Aquafest
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Peninsula AquaFest is the Mornington Peninsula’s Marine Festival. Peninsula
AquaFest is the largest gathering of marine organisations, products, activities
and community groups on the Peninsula.
- AquaFest Easter Regatta The ultimate sailing event on the
Mornington Peninsula. Hosted by the Safety Beach Sailing Club the regatta
comprises three-days of sailing for off-the-beach and keel boats - Friday 2
April to Monday 5 April, 2010
- Peninsula AquaFest Community Festival Saturday 3 April 2010 -
Come and Try Dragon Boating and Come-and-Try Sailing with beach games and
activities at the Safety Beach Sailing Club.
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April 2012 ? |
Safety Beach Sailing Club, Marine Drive Safety Beach |
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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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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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Red Hill Country Music Festival
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Sunny Cowgirls headline the exciting line up of country artists, Hot Rod Show, Ute Muster, Food & Market Stalls, Linedancing & children's rides.
Pack the family, the esky & the shade and come along and enjoy this great family day out organised by Mt. Eliza Lions with all profits going to charity.
Gates open 8am. Music from 9am till 6pm. |
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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 2012 ? |
Treehaven Equestrian Club, Westernport Hwy,
Somerville |
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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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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, a twilight market 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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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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