Whats On This Week
This is a detailed seasonal guide to West Gippsland and all the events, attractions, accommodation, dining, galleries, shopping, culture and wineries. Follow the link to open your 2011 What’s On West Gippsland Guide.
Events
* Friday 3 February
White Room Live
Come and join us for a night of fun as local musicians, singers and performers play
everything from ballads to pop, acoustic, folk, originals and covers. Live musicians jam.
Venue: Community College Gippsland, McMillan Campus
Location: 71 Warragul Korumburra Road, Warragul
Time: 8pm
Cost: $10 adults $5 under 16. Includes free tea & coffee.
BYO nibbles, drinks and glasses.
Bookings: Des 0419 588 528
Email: desh@whiteroomlive.com.au or purchase tickets at the door.
* Saturday 4 February
Growing Together Baw Baw Community Gardens
Venue: Community Gardens
Location: George Street, Warragul
Time: 10.30am – 12.30pm
Enquiries: Beth Sheffield 0419 556 427
* Sunday 5 February
‘Open Studio’ KW Abstract Art
A great chance to view/purchase large original paintings by abstract expressionist artist
Kerrie Warren. Includes stoneware ceramics and Kerrie Warren designs on silk.
www.kerriewarren.com.au
* Sunday 5 February
‘A Day out at Lardner Park’
Something for everyone – fine arts and handmade crafts, plants, old time and contemporary
home wares, natural beauty products, clothing, furniture, jewellery, fresh produce and a vast
selection of gourmet foods to eat on the day or take home.
Venue: Lardner Park
Location: Burnt Store Road Lardner
Time: 9.00am – 2.00pm
Parking: $3.00
Enquiries: 5976 3266
What’s On in West Gippsland this Week
Compiled by Maree Wallace
Thursday 2 February 2012
www.craftmarkets.com.au
* Sunday 5 February
Poowong Produce Swap
Venue: Poowong Public Hall,
Location: Nyora Road, Poowong
Time: 9.30am – 11am
Enquiries: Tammy Logan 5659 2308
Email: tammylogan@bigpond.com
* Tuesday 7 February
Celebrating Drouin during the 2012 Ficifolia Festival
Rosemary Blackley, a member of the Warragul & District Historical Society with a special
interest in Drouin history, will be your personal guide through the fascinating collection of
photographs taken of Drouin in years past.
Venue: Drouin Library
Location: 136 Princes Way, Drouin
Time: 7.30pm
Light refreshments will be provided. Inform staff of any dietary requirements.
Bookings essential: Drouin library or 5625 1564
Enquiries: 5625 1564
* Wednesday 8 February
Bendigo Community Bank Ficifolia Festival Bash
Come along for a fantastic night of fun and festivities as the Drouin Ficifolia Festival is
officially launched. Entertainment will be provided by the 11 piece band ‘Louden Clear’.
Join in the spirit and dress to the ‘Chinese Year of the Dragon’ theme.
Venue: Drouin Golf & Country Club
Location: McGlones Road, Drouin
Time: 6.30pm
Cost: $38.50 includes three course Chinese meal.
Bookings: West Gippsland Arts Centre 5624 2456
or visit www.wgac.org.au
* Wednesday 8 February
Teddy Bears Picnic
See over 200 bears along with dolls, toys, accessories, books and more.
Joining the picnic will be the Settler Bear Family, Gund Family, Winnie the Pooh,
Paddington and Shaun the Sheep with Shirley and Timmy.
Runs throughout Ficifolia Festival.
Venue: Gifts & Glamour
Location: 27 Princes Way. Drouin
Phone: 5625 4762
FEBRUARY
* Friday 10 February
Ficifolia Poetry Night
Be entertained by local and guest poets. Expect the unexpected! Performances include
humorous items interlaced with serious moments.
Venue: Old Drouin Butter Factory
Location: South Road, Drouin
Time: 7pm – 10pm
Admission: $12 per person (includes wine and cheese).
Sponsored by Landmark School Supplies
Enquiries: Bill Frew 5625 2426
* Friday 10 February
Radio 3BBR Open Day
You have heard them on the radio, now come along and see how it all works.
Radio 3BBR, your local community radio station, is open today.
Enquiries: Lynn Wells 5625 4995
* Saturday 11 – Sunday 12 February
Drouin Ficifolia Festival
Drouin comes alive during February with the blooming of the red flowering gums. Festivities
include the street parade, Party in the Park, artists open studio tour, Poetry Night, Fun in the
Sun activities, Big Walk, sporting tournaments, CWA Arts & Craft Exhibition, Library
activities, Radio 3BBR Open Day, Friday Frenzy Sale, Ficifolia Idol Competition, Movie
under the Stars and fireworks.
Enquiries: Cameron Gray 5624 2553, 0429 324 473
www.ficifoliafestival.org.au
* Saturday 11 February
Movie under the Stars
Enjoy the movie ‘The Smurfs’ outside in the fresh air under the stars. Bring along your
blanket, chair, picnic and aerogard. Food will be available for purchase including hot food,
popcorn & fairy floss.
A spectacular fireworks display will go off with a BANG during intermission.
In case of inclement weather the movie will turn into a Drive-In at Drouin Secondary
College.
Venue: Civic Park Soundshell
Location: Young Street, Drouin
Time: Approximately 8.30pm
Enquiries: Karla Start 0407 171 010
* Saturday 11 February
Rokeby Community Market
Second Saturday of month - Plants, Craft and Produce
Venue: Rokeby Reserve
Location: Main Road, Rokeby
Time: 8.30am – 12.30pm
Enquiries: Rhiannon 5626 8523
* Saturday 11 February
Felting with Alpaca at Nickelby at Darnum
Enjoy a relaxing day of felting alpaca wool in our beautiful surrounds. Morning and
afternoon tea, two course lunch and a glass of wine included in cost.
All equipment provided for use on the day.
Venue: Nickelby at Darnum
Location: 308 Darnum Shady Creek Road, Darnum
Time: 10am
Cost: $125pp
Bookings: Phone Angela 5627 8121
* Sunday 12 February
Ficifolia Big Walk
Join us for a family fun walk or stroll around Drouin Springs up to Drouin East Park on the
Two Towns Trail. Return walk is 8km. BYO food and drinks.
Dogs on leads permitted. Some water will be available.
Where: Begins with warm-up exercises at Sound Shell in Civic Park, Young Street, Drouin.
Time: 8.30am Registration. Walk begins at 9am
Enquiries: Cameron Gray 0439 306 481
* Sunday 12 February
Artists’ Open Studios
A day to meet with artists, to browse, buy and learn more about the creative process. This is a
self-guided tour and you may visit as many studios as you like.
Location: Various artists’ studios across Drouin and district.
Download a map from www.ficifoliafestival.org.au or www.kerriewarren.com.au/events
Time: 10am – 5pm
Cost: $5.00. Pay at the first studio you visit. Under 18 free.
Enquiries: Helen Timbury 5625 1999
www.ficifoliafestival.org.au
* Wednesday 15 February
Off the Leash Theatre Auditions.
Wanted - three females and seven male actors with a passion for acting to audition for a part
in David Williamson’s production ‘Face to Face’.
Production team also required.
Venue: Community College Gippsland (Education Centre)
Location: Smith Street, Warragul
Time: 7.00pm
Enquiries: Steve Wiegerink 0428 150 706
* Thursday 16 – Saturday 18 February
Trucks in Action and Civil Works Expo
Venue: Lardner Park
Location: Burnt Store Road, Lardner
Time: 9am – 5pm
Admission: $10 Children under 18 free
Enquiries: 5626 1373
www.lardnerpark.com.au
* Thursday 16 February
No Dig Garden Workshop
We will be building our own no dig garden as well as learning how to make them.
Venue: Jindivick Cricket Club
Location: Jacksons Track, Jindivick
Time: 7pm – 9pm
Please RSVP to Megan on 0408 173 813 or jindigarden@telstra.com
* Friday 17 February
The Animators in the Round
Special guests will be Joseph Mairead & The Tiger Lilly Blues.
Venue: Old Drouin Butter Factory
Location: South Road, Drouin
Time: Doors open 8.00pm
Admission: $15
Enquiries & bookings: 0417 145 940
Email: ellenrijs@gmail.com
* Saturday 18 February
Drouin Rotary Produce & Craft Market
- fresh produce, clothing, jewellery, plants, preserves and much more
Venue: Civic Park
Location: Young Street, Drouin
Time: 8am – 12.30pm
Enquiries: Damien Gutheridge 0418 156 802
* Saturday 18 February
Warragul Arts Market
Baw Baw Arts Alliance presents local artists showcasing their unique handmade arts
including paintings, printmaking, sculpture, photography, ceramics, jewellery and clothing.
Enjoy demonstrations by artists, live music and performers as well as hands-on creative arts
activities.
Venue: Queen Street Park, Warragul
Time: 10am – 2pm
Enquiries: Jessie 5626 7045 or 0401 238 082
* Saturday 18 February
Drouin Cricket Club presents Jason Akermanis
Drouin Cricket Club invites you to a night with Jason Akermanis.
Venue: Drouin Cricket Club
Location: Settlement Road, Drouin
Time: 7.30pm
Cost: $25 per head includes finger food. Drinks at bar prices.
Auction of 35 items.
Enquiries: Brendan Butler 0417 252 038
* Saturday 18 February
Old Gippstown Saturday Market
Old Gippstown is at fever pitch with people attending its Saturday Market searching for gold
nuggets. These have been located within the Park boundaries.
Each person attending will be given a map to place their location on. The nearest to the
location at the end of the promotion will win. There are five gold prizes to be won.
Venue: Old Gippstown, Gippsland’s Heritage Perk
Location: Lloyd Street, Moe
Enquiries: 5127 3082
Email: enquiries@gippslandheritagepark.com.au
www.gippslandheritagepark.com.au
* Sunday 19 February
John Williamson in Concert
Join Australian icon, John Williamson, as he celebrates 40 years in the music industry.
Venue: West Gippsland Arts Centre
Location: Albert Street, Warragul
Bookings: 5624 2456
www.wgac.org.au
* Monday 20 February
Discover Australia’s National Broadband Network
The National Broadband Network Co Discovery Truck is hosting FREE 30 minute interactive
demonstrations explaining Australia’s National Broadband Network and how it will change
your lives.
Venue: Woolworths Supermarket Car Park
Location: 58 – 66 Victoria Street, Warragul
* Tuesday 21 February
Nicole Foss: A Compass in Turbulent Times
Nicole Foss is one of those big picture people who understands and explains the links
between the converging pressures affecting the globe – peak oil, climate change, financial
crisis – and the implications of our everyday life.
Nicole is a systems analyst from Canada who blogs under the name ‘Stoneleigh’ at the
blogsite The Automatic Earth.
Venue: Leongatha Memorial Hall
Location: 2 Michael Place, Leongatha
Time: 6.30pm – 10.30pm
Tickets: $10 Concession & BBSN members $8 Supper available.
Pre-purchase tickets at 81 Princes Highway, Yarragon/phone 0427 331 068/email
bbsn@dcsi.net.au
* Thursday 23 February
Colin Hay: Gathering Mercury Tour
As front man and principal songwriter for eighties hit machine ‘Men at Work’, Colin Hay is
responsible for one of the most identifiable sounds in pop music. Colin will perform songs
from his new album ‘Gathering Mercury’ as well as selections from his solo albums and fan
favourites from the past.
Venue: West Gippsland Arts Centre
Location: Albert Street, Warragul
Time: 8pm
Bookings: 5624 2456
www.wgac.org.au
* Sunday 26 February
54th Annual Jindivick Flower & Craft Show
Venue: Jindivick Hall
Location: Jacksons Track, Jindivick
Time: 10.30am – 3.00pm
* Saturday 25 February
Yarragon Community Craft & Produce Market
Fourth Saturday of month
Venue: Yarragon Public Hall
Location: Campbell Street, Yarragon
Time: 9am – 2pm
Enquiries: Alison Butterworth 5634 2209
* Saturday 25 February
Trafalgar Soccer Grounds Official Opening
The Trafalgar Recreation Reserve Committee of Management, Trafalgar Victory Football
Club and Baw Baw Shire Council invite you to the new Trafalgar Soccer Grounds Official
Opening.
Location: Trafalgar Recreation Reserve
Join the celebrations, have a kick and enjoy a free BBQ.
Matches for past and present players from 1pm.
RSVP Jenny by 10th February. Phone: 5633 2297
* Sunday 26 February
Bunyip Country Music Festival
Great line-up of talent includes Monroe’s Mill, Neville Anderson, Harry Hookey, Tracy
Killeen, Cahoots, Bec Hance, Simply Bushed, Louise Egan and Phoenix.
Compared by Andrew Embling
Walk-up Poets Breakfast with Ed Walker 8am
Venue: Bunyip Recreation Reserve
Location: Nar Nar Goon Road, Bunyip
Time: 10am – 6pm
Admission: Adults $25
Enquiries: 5629 538
Looking Ahead …………….
MARCH
* Friday 2 March
The Merry June Bronhill
A show that tells the life and songs that made June Bronhill famous around the world.
Starring Alison Rae Jones, Christopher McKenna, Amy Letts and accompanied by Robyn
Wommersley on piano.
Venue – West Gippsland Arts Centre
Location: Albert Street, Warragul
Time: 11am
Bookings: 5624 2456
www.wgac.org.au
* Friday 2 March
Dominic Finley Sings Neil Diamond
An exciting show playing homage to one of the world’s most loved performers and
songwriters. The audience is taken on a journey through time with accurate renditions of
classic Diamond hits such as Sweet Caroline, Crunchy Granola Suite, Song Sung Blue and
Red Red Wine.
Venue: West Gippsland Arts Centre
Location: Albert Street, Warragul
Time: 8pm
Bookings: 5624 2456
www.wgac.org.au
* Saturday 3 March
Café Arts
Multi-Arts Afternoon Tea that includes music, poetry and performance.
Venue: Warragul Community House
Location: 138 Normanby Street, Warragul
Time: 2pm
Cost: Donation at door. Bring a plate to share.
Enquiries: 5623 6032 or 5622 0209
* Tuesday 6 March
International Women’s Day Party
Join a luncheon with fabulous entertainment and inspiration as Gippslanders celebrate
International Women’s Day.
Venue: Warragul Community House
Location: 138 Normanby Street, Warragul
Time: 12 noon onwards
Cost: Free
Bookings essential: Phone 5623 6032 or 5622 0209
* Saturday10 March
Rokeby Community Market
Second Saturday of month - Plants, Craft and Produce
Venue: Rokeby Reserve
Location: Main Road, Rokeby
Time: 8.30am – 12.30pm
Enquiries: Rhiannon 5626 8523
Saturday 10 – Sunday11 March
Drouin Rotary Club Motorfest
The Rotary Club of Drouin presents an automotive competition not to be missed. Events
include Burn out, Stampede, Go to Whoa and a Shown’ Shine.
Venue: Lardner Park
Location: Burnt Store Road, Lardner
Time: Saturday 11am – 8pm
Sunday 10am – 3.30pm
Enquiries: Lardner Park Events 5626 1373
www.lardnerpark.com.au
* Saturday 17 March
Warragul Arts Market
Baw Baw Arts Alliance presents local artists showcasing their unique handmade arts
including paintings, printmaking, sculpture, photography, ceramics, jewellery and clothing.
Enjoy demonstrations by artists, live music and performers as well as hands-on creative arts
activities.
Venue: Queen Street Park, Warragul
Time: 10am – 2pm
Enquiries: Jessie 5626 7045 or 0401 238 082
* Saturday 17 March
Shakespeare in the Vines
Essential Theatre Production and Wild Dog Winery present Shakespeare’s ‘Much Ado about
Nothing’.
Venue: Wild Dog Winery & Restaurant
Location: Warragul-Korumburra Road, Warragul
Cost: Tickets start at $45 per person.
Cocktail party and show $75pp.
Bookings: 5623 2211
www.wilddogwinery.com
* Saturday 17 – Sunday 18 March
13th Anniversary Hot Sauce & Fiery Foods Festival
Incorporating the 1st Jindivick Food & Wine Festival.
Enquiries: Haggis 0431 598 086
Email: info@redbackchilli.com.au
* Tuesday 20 March
Troy Cassar-Daley Concert
Troy Cassar-Daley is at the top of the Australian Country Music scene. Troy is celebrating
the release of his new album ‘Home’ with a number of new songs included.
Special guest on Troy’s show is Harmony James.
Venue: West Gippsland Arts Centre
Location: Albert Street, Warragul
Time: 7.30pm
Bookings: 5624 2456
www.wgac.org.au
* Friday 23 March
Busting Out
With more front than Myers, our bosom-buddies team return in their own laugh-out-loud and
totally liberating show. It’s an uplifting celebration of bouncy songs, wobbly jokes, thighslapping
sketches and practical demonstrations of the fascinating, lesser-known uses of your
drooping assets.
Venue: West Gippsland Arts Centre
Location: Albert Street, Warragul
Time: 7.30pm
Bookings: 5624 2456
www.wgac.org.au
* Thursday 22 – Sunday 25 March
Farm World
Now in its 50th year, Farm World is one of the biggest field day events in Australia. It attracts
more than 650 exhibitors and 50,000 people through the gates over the four days.
Venue: Lardner Park
Location: Burnt Store Road, Lardner
Time: 9am - 5pm daily. (Sunday 9am – 4pm)
Admission: $17 adult, $12 concession, $5 child, $50 Gold Pass, $38 family pass
Enquiries: 5626 1373
* Sunday 25 March
Launch of Peppermint Ridge Bushfood Cooking School
The cooking school is designed for those who love to cook at home.
The launch will feature cooking demonstrations showing how easy it is to incorporate the
sensational flavours of Australian native foods to your cuisine. Learn how to create unique
dishes that you will share as a delicious three course lunch.
Venue: Peppermint Ridge Farm
Location: 540 Tynong North Road, Tynong North
Time: 10am – 2.30pm
Cost: Cooking school special offer: $80pp includes a sample pack of bush foods and a copy
of our Bush Food recipe book.
Enquiries: 0359 428 580, 5942 8580
Email: enquiries@peppermintridgefarm.com.au
www.peppermintridgefarm.com.au
APRIL
* Saturday 14 April
Rokeby Community Market
Second Saturday of month - Plants, Craft and Produce
Venue: Rokeby Reserve
Location: Main Road, Rokeby
Time: 8.30am – 12.30pm
Enquiries: Rhiannon 5626 8523
* Saturday 14 April
Gippsland Rare & Unusual Plant Fair 2012
Features large number of stall holders.
Jindivick has much to offer the visitor with three eateries, a Rare Plant Nursery, Art Gallery
& Antique Shop, Sculpture Park, Book Shop and more.
The Garden at Broughton Hall, Jindivick, is open to the public on Saturday 14 & Sunday 15
April as part of Australian Open Garden Scheme.
Why not make a day of it?
Venue: Jindivick Public Hall
Location: Jacksons Track, Jindivick
Time: 10am – 4pm
* Sunday 15 April
Drouin Lions Club Antiques & Collectables Fair
Features antiques, fine china, decorative arts, glass, Australian pottery, ceramics, linen and
lace and interesting collectables.
Valuations by David Freeman from 12 pm
Venue: Drouin Secondary College
Location: Main South Road, Drouin
Time: 9am – 4pm
Cost: $5 entry. All profits donated back to community
Door prize. Refreshments available.
Enquiries: 0425 829 351
MAY
* Saturday 12 May
Rokeby Community Market
Second Saturday of month - Plants, Craft and Produce
Venue: Rokeby Reserve
Location: Main Road, Rokeby
Time: 8.30am – 12.30pm
Enquiries: Rhiannon 5626 8523
* Sunday 20 May
‘A Day out at Lardner Park’
Something for everyone – fine arts and handmade crafts, plants, old time and contemporary
home wares, natural beauty products, clothing, furniture, jewellery, fresh produce and a vast
selection of gourmet foods to eat on the day or take home.
Venue: Lardner Park
Location: Burnt Store Road Lardner
Time: 9.00am – 2.00pm
Parking: $3.00
Enquiries: 5976 3266
www.craftmarkets.com.au
www.craftmarkets.com.au
Sunday 20 May
Colourama
In conjunction with Craft Market Australia, the Victorian Eastern Region of the Australian
Alpaca Association is staging Colourama, a two day show featuring alpacas of all colours.
Judging is on the basis of quality within colour groups. The show offers activities, stalls and
displays of alpaca merchandise.
JULY
* Sunday 8 July
‘A Day out at Lardner Park’
Something for everyone – fine arts and handmade crafts, plants, old time and contemporary
home wares, natural beauty products, clothing, furniture, jewellery, fresh produce and a vast
selection of gourmet foods to eat on the day or take home.
Venue: Lardner Park
Location: Burnt Store Road Lardner
Time: 9.00am – 2.00pm
Parking: $3.00
Enquiries: 5976 3266
www.craftmarkets.com.au
What’s On in the Arts ………….
* Tuesday 24 January – Sunday 26 February
Open Studios West Gippsland Exhibition
This exhibition will showcase many of the artists who will be participating in the Ficifolia
Festival Open Studios event on Sunday 12 February.
The exhibition will be opened by Peter Kulich, Baw Baw Shire Economic Development
Officer.
Venue: Yarragon Arts Hub
Visit kerriewarren.com.au to download an Open Studio map or pick up a brochure from the
Yarragon Hub.
* Sunday 5 February
‘Open Studio’ KW Abstract Art
A great chance to view/purchase large original paintings by abstract expressionist artist
Kerrie Warren. Includes stoneware ceramics and Kerrie Warren designs on silk.
www.kerriewarren.com.au
Things to see & do:
Lillico Glass Studio & Clearly Delicious
Check out the range of condiments and preserves at the Clearly Delicious Produce Store,
browse the Lillico Glass Gallery filled with stunning glass art and functional pieces or
wander the extensive country garden.
Open: Wednesday to Sunday or by appointment 10.00am - 5.00pm
Morning and afternoon teas available for groups – bookings essential.
Cost: Free entry
Location: Lillico Road, Lillico
Enquiries: 5623 1592
Nickelby at Darnum
Experience the wonderful world of alpacas and view the luxurious clothing for all seasons.
Also available at Nickelby is a large range of Angelique’s Country Garden body products. A
café for coffee & cake adds to your experience.
Join the Nickelby Nutty Knitters group. This fun session is held on the 3rd Thursday of every
month. Everyone welcome but ring prior to first visit for details.
Location: 308 Darnum Shady Creek Road, Darnum
Open hours: Wednesday to Sunday 10am – 5pm
Enquiries: Angela Betheras 5627 8121
Red Door Bookshop
Have you read a good book lately? The Red Door Bookshop offers a huge range of quality
second-hand books.
Location: 68 Queen Street Warragul
Open: Tuesday to Sunday
Times: 10am - 5pm
Enquiries: 5622 2040
B’zarte of Jindivick
Enjoy a browse through this gallery of fine things that includes art works of many local
artists, antiques and collectables.
565 Main Jindivick Road, Jindivick
Open Wednesday to Sunday 11am – 4pm
Enquiries: 5628 5229
The Jindivick Country Gardener
‘A nursery that will surprise and delight every garden lover”
The nursery offers rare and unusual trees, shrubs and perennials, unique garden furniture and
sculpture. A gift shop features antiques, home furnishings, garden tools and books.
Garden design service available.
Open Wednesday to Sunday
Hours: 10am – 5pm
1070 Jacksons Track, Jindivick
Enquiries: David 5628 5316
Email: jindigardener@bigpond.com
The Press Cellars
Free tastings every Friday
Time: 4.30pm – 7.00pm
Address: Smith Street, Warragul
Now open Sundays 11am – 6pm
Enquiries: David or Stewart 5622 0494
Darnum Musical Village
Australia’s only musical village.
See a beautifully restored collection of fine musical instruments in a unique historical setting.
You will be delighted with the interactive guided tour.
Stuart Street, Darnum
Open daily 10am – 4pm
Enquiries: 5627 8235
Alpine Trout Farm
Bring the whole family for a great outing. Catch your own trout and salmon.
Smoked trout and fresh fish for sale. BBQ areas.
Fish available for dam stocking,
Venue: Alpine Trout Farm
Location: 115 Mt Baw Baw2 Tourist Road, Noojee
Open: Seven days a week 9.30am – 5pm
Enquiries: 5628 9584
Silver Tree Décor
Roz, formerly of ‘The Rosary’ has opened in Trafalgar. Exquisite jewellery, stylish handbags,
French reproduction furniture, table lamps, mirrors and prints and giftware are all available
for sale.
Location: 20 Contingent Street, Trafalgar
Open: Monday – Saturday 1pm
Phone: 5633 3446
Cumquat Junction
With water features, statues, bird cages, table runners, candles, lamps and fresh flowers, this
fascinating store has a Mediterranean feel and is well worth a visit. New stock arriving each
week.
Location: 1B Campbell Street, Yarragon
Phone: 5634 2532
Candalaraine Alpacas
Specialises in all things alpaca, including unique hand crafted Alpaca wear, designed and
made by local crafts people.
Venue: Candalaraine Alpacas
Location: 2035 Main Neerim Road, Neerim South
Open 7 days 9am – 5pm
Bus groups by appointment.
Enquiries: 5628 1718
www.candalaraine.com
Dining Out
Mirador Springs Gardens and Tea House
This delightful tea house offers a large selection of teas including herbal, organic and fairtrade
as well as organic coffee and wholesome homemade baking, with an emphasis on
seasonal food.
Location: 95 Haynes Track, Trafalgar South
(Off Sunny Creek Road)
Open: First Sunday of every month. Closed for winter.
Times: 10am – 4pm
Enquiries: 5633 1993
Jack’s at Jindivick
Location: 1070 Jacksons Track, Jindivick
Dinner: Thursday – Saturday
Lunch: Wednesday - Sunday
Sunday Breakfast 8.30am – 11.30pm
Coffee, Tea & Cakes $10.00 all day Sunday
Bookings: 5628 5424
Brandy Creek Wines and View Café
This Spanish inspired restaurant is famous for its Paella Feasts, Churrasco, tapas and
Tempranill wines.
Location: 570 Buln Buln Road, Drouin East
Open hours: Thursday to Saturday 10:00AM to 11:00PM
Sunday and Public Holidays 10.00AM to 5:00PM
Other times by arrangement.
Available for Weddings, Business Meetings and Functions of all types
Bookings on (03) 5625 4498 or 0429 413 389
email: admin@brandycreekwines.com.au
web: www.brandycreekwines.com.au
Wild Dog Winery-Restaurant-Vineyard
Location: Warragul Korumburra Road, Warragul
Restaurant open for lunch Wednesday to Sunday 10am – 4pm
Dinner Friday to Saturday from 6pm
Cellar Door open for tastings and sales daily
Time: 10am – 5pm
www.wilddogwinery.com
Bookings: 5623 2211
The Dog House
Adjacent to the winery and restaurant, The Dog House offers a traditional pub menu from
steaks, pasta and fish to chicken parma and the famous lamb’s fry.
Open 7 days a week from 11.00am for lunch & dinner.
Designed with after work drinks in mind, we have beer on tap, juke box, pool table and a
sunken deck!
Location: Warragul Korumburra Road, Warragul
Enquiries: Phil 5622 2781
Email: info@doghouse.net.au
www.doghouse.net.au
Parnassus
Guest House – Restaurant - Vineyard
New manager appointed
Resident Manager Jaqui McGill
Head chef Spephen Clarke
Enquiries & bookings 0438 347 096
Rossco’s Shed Restaurant & Bar
Breakfast, lunch & Dinner
Location: 1070 Jacksons Track, Jindivick
Open 7 days
Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday 8.30am – 4.30pm
Thursday Friday, Saturday & Sunday 8am – till late
Bookings: 5628 5365
In2Food Café-Bar-Bistro
Lunch Special
$17 includes main course, glass of house wine or cup of coffee.
- Private dining room for 12 people
- Function room seats 60
Dinner Monday to Saturday
Lunch Monday to Friday
Location: 19 Queen Street, Warragul
Bookings: 5622 2800
The Courthouse
Luncheons and dinner available.
Full take-away menu available including gourmet pastas, risottos and pizzas.
Open 6 days a week. Monday to Wednesday: 10am – late
Friday, Saturday & Sunday: 9am – late
Closed Tuesdays.
Location: 72 Smith Street, Warragul
Bookings: 5622 2442
Middels Tapas Bar & Restaurant
Experience fine modern dining in casual comfort at Middels.
Features a unique infusion of tapas, alfresco and international cuisine, as well as an extensive
wine list, imported beers and premium cocktails over breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Location: 94 – 114 Princes Way, Drouin
Bookings: 5625 2014
www.middels.com.au
* Bukhara Indian Restaurant
This multi award winning restaurant offers all your favourite Indian dishes, dips and breads.
Fully licensed – bookings advisable.
Location: 3/12 Napier Street, Warragul
Bookings: 5622 0025
Robin Hood Inn
Offers excellent cuisine, conference facilities, bar, bottle shop, general store and comfortable
accommodation.
Location: Princes Highway, Drouin West
Bookings: 5625 4884
Luciano’s Restaurant & Bar
Menu includes an extensive range of delicious Italian pasta, pizza, seafood, steak, chicken,
risotto and salad dishes.
Fully licensed. Come in and enjoy a relaxing drink at the bar.
Open hours: Monday – Saturday 11am – late
Closed Sundays
Address : 17A Princes Way Drouin
Bookings & Take-away orders: 5625 5211
59 On Queen Restaurant
Offers fresh seasonal menu, extensive wine list and friendly professional service.
Open: Monday to Friday - lunch & dinner
Saturday - dinner
Other times by appointment
Bookings: 5623 6017
www.59onqueen.com.au
Debritz at the Arts Centre
Avoid the lunch hour rush and relax at Debritz
The perfect spot for informal meetings, light lunch or coffee and cake.
Takeaway lunches available.
Bookings: 5624 2489
Open hours: Monday to Friday 10am – 3pm with light lunches served from 11.am – 2pm
The Chambers Restaurant Coffee & Wine Bar
Traditional European and modern Australian cuisine.
Address: 35 Smith Street, Warragul
Bookings: 5623 3090
The Toolshed Bar/Bistro
Open 7 days a week for lunch and dinne
Address: 38 Loch Valley Road, Noojee
Phone: 61-3 5628 9669
Facsimile: 61-3 5628 9661
E-Mail: inquiries@theoutpostretreat.com
Website: www.theoutpostretreat.com
The Darnum
A great place for functions, engagements, birthdays or family get-togethers.
Bookings: 5627 8133
Tandoori Delights
The restaurant offers dine in, take away and catering.
Fully licensed and BYO (wine only)
Address: 4/55 Smith Street Warragul
Open Tuesdays to Sundays.
Time: 5.00pm til late
Bookings: 5622 1927
Red Hot Curry
Dine in and Take –Away
BYO
Home delivery available.
Address: 15 Hamp Lane Drouin
Open seven days
Hours: 11.00am – 10.30pm
Bookings: 5625 5561
Celebration Tonight
Offering the treat of real Indian taste, this restaurant caters for all occasions.
Address: 1/24 Mason Street, Warragul
Hours: Open 7 nights for dinner
Time: 5.30pm – 11.00pm
Bookings: 5623 4896
Maree Wallace
Freelance Journalist
330 Gardner & Holman Road
Drouin 3818
Phone: 5627 6368
Email: mareewallace@bigpond.com
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