Events Calendar

3777 Restaurant at Mt Rael Retreat

Apr ’09
11
11:00 am
Apr ’09
18
11:00 am

140 Healesville - Yarra Glen Rd
Healesville 3777 Victoria Australia
p: + 61 3 5962 1977
info@mtrael.com.au
www.mtrael.com.au

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A Day on the Green - Tom Jones

Mar ’10
7
2:00 pm

One of music’s most loved and celebrated stars Sir Tom Jones will headline the next ‘a day on the green’ concert with special guests David Campbell and Wolfgramm Sisters.

When: Gates open 2pm

Where: Rochford Wines, Cnr Maroondah Hwy & Hill Rd, Coldstream

Cost: from $105

Contact: 5962 2119 w: rochfordwines.com

Alexandra motorcycle show and swap meet

Mar ’10
21

Hosted by the Rotary Club of Alexandra, the 8th annual motorcycle show features classic, vintage and modern bikes, trade displays and demonstrations. All profits made from this event will be donated to local youth projects.

Where:   Alexandra Secondary College, Alexandra

Cost:  Adults $10, $2 Children

Time: 8 am - 3 pm

Further information:  5772 2805 or 0407 515 102

Argyles Yarra Valley AVEDA Concept Spa

Apr ’09
17
9:00 am

Aveda Concept Day Spa
314 Maroondah Highway
Healesville 3777
Ph:   0439 993 222
relax@argyles.com.au
www.argyles.com.au

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Belgian chocolate-making

Apr ’10
24
10:00 am

Learn traditional techniques of Belgian chocolate-making - including tempering, moulding and dipping - under the guidance of a professional chocolatier. Take home a box of your own delicious handmade chocolates.

Where: Wild Patch Chocolates, Olinda

Cost: $55 adults, $27.50 children (5-12)

Time: 10am - 1pm

Further information: (03) 9751 2576 or www.wildpatch.com.au

Billanook Estate

Jun ’09
20
11:00 am

Cellar Door
280 Edward Road, Chirnside Park
Phone: 03 9735 4484
Mobile: 0407 35 44 84
info@billanookestate.com.au
billanookestate.com.au
Operating Hours: 10:00am - 6:00pm Sat & Sun & some Public Holidays or By Appointment

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Bruno’s Art & Sculpture Garden reopens

Nov ’09
29

 

From the 29th November 2009 the gardens will be open for viewing from 10am - 5pm, 7 days a week (admission required per person)

For all other queries call: 03 5963 3513 or 0437813988

 

 

 

51 Falls Rd

Marysville VIC 3779, Australia


(03) 5963 3513

* approximate times

 

 

 

Cuckoo Restaurant

Apr ’09
11
11:00 am
Apr ’09
26
11:00 am

Theme Smorgasbord Restaurant
508 Mt Dandenong Tourist Rd, Olinda
Ph: 0397511003
info@cuckoorestaurant.com.au
Operating Hours: 11.30 to 3.for weekday lunch. Friday ,Sat ,Sun till 11pm

For updated business listing, please visit Cuckoo Restaurant on www.experiencethedandenongs.com.au

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Diamond Valley Miniature Railway – night run

Mar ’10
7
1:00 pm

Experience this once-a-year ’spooky’ ride and see the signals glow in the dark as you travel through shadowy trees, bridges and tunnels along 2.5 km of tracks.

Where: Eltham Lower Park, Eltham

Further information:  9439 1493 or www.dvr.com.au

Discover Yarra Valley Cuisine – Food and Wine Workshop

Apr ’10Apr
2021

Yarra Valley Cuisine is a two day hands-on food and wine experience showcasing the diversity of food, farm fresh produce and internationally-recognised wines the region has to offer. It will incorporate personalised cooking classes at Stones of the Yarra Valley, dinner at the award-winning Healesville Hotel on the Tuesday night, guided tours by regional food producers, bus transfers and two nights accommodation at Yering Gorge Cottages.
Cost: $750 per person
Contact: 9739 0900 or w: stonesoftheyarravalley.com.au

Dutch Orange Koninginne Dag Dinner

Apr ’10
25
6:30 pm

Join us on this special Sunday evening to experience Dutch culinary delights as part of our international buffet, and marvel at the spectacular sight and sound of traditional clog dancers.

Where: The Cuckoo, 508 Mt Dandenong Tourist Rd, Olinda

Time: 6.30 - 11.30pm

Contact: 9751 1003 or www.cuckoorestaurant.com.au (bookings essential)

Easter Sunday lunch at The Cuckoo

Apr ’10
4
11:30 am

Why cook on a holiday weekend? Come and enjoy The Cuckoo’s  sumptuous international buffet, famous Bavarian floor show and staff in traditional costume at its restaurant that’s nestled in the stunning Dandenong Ranges.

Where: The Cuckoo, 508 Mt Dandenong Tourist Rd, Olinda

Cost: $39.90 adults, $20 children (5-12)

Time: 11.30am - 3pm

Contact: (03) 9751 1003 or www.cuckoorestaurant.com.au (bookings essential)

Ferny Creek Horticultural Society autumn show

Apr ’10
24
10:00 am
Four-and-a-half hectares of magnificent ornamental gardens to wander through and a flower show in the hall. Available for sale will be plants, dried flowers, gifts and cut flowers. Where: Hilton Road, Ferny Creek
Time: 10am - 4.30pm
Further information: http://www.fchs.org.au/events.html

 

 

 

Gembrook market

Mar ’10
28

The Gembrook market features a wide range of mostly local craft and fresh Produce. A family-friendly fun outing.

Where: Puffing Billy Station Gembrook
Cost: Free

Contact: 0437 664 121 http://www.gembrookvillage.com.au/events.html

Healesville community market

Mar ’10
7
12:00 pm
Apr ’10
4
12:00 pm

 

In the heart of Healesville, this community market has 130+ stalls of fresh produce, arts, crafts and much more, all in a beautiful rural setting.

Where: 2 River Street, Healesville

When: First Sunday of every month

Cost: free

Time: 8.30 am - 2 pm

Healesville Racecourse harvest and craft market

Mar ’10
7
Apr ’10
3

A wealth of crafts people, artists and food producers from the Yarra Valley come together so locals and visitors can sample and purchase the best of what the area has to offer.

Where:  Healesville Racecourse, Healesville-Kinglake Rd

When: First Sunday of every month

Cost:  $3 includes parking

Time: 9 am - 2 pm

Further information:  5974 4710 or www.craftmarkets.com.au

Healesville Races

Apr ’10
3
1:00 pm

They’re off! The Healesville racecourse is the perfect setting for a family picnic. There is plenty of lawn space and many shaded areas for spreading the picnic rug.

Where: Healesville Racecourse

Cost: $10 adults, Pensioners $5, under 18 Free

Time: from 1.15pm (approx)

Further information: 5962 4506 or w: healesvilleraces.com.au

Healesville Sanctuary

May ’09Jun
301

Ph:        03-5957 2800       

Badger Creek Road

Healesville  Victoria
Opening Hours: 9am - 5pm

For updated business listing, please visit Healesville Sanctuary on www.experienceyarravalley.com.au

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Hot Rods on the Green

Mar ’10
28

Custom built car enthusiasts come together for a day of great wine, food, music and fun to celebrate Eagles Rods and Custom Club’s 50th anniversary. Be entertained by Rock and Roll band ‘Itchy Fingers’ and join in with the rock n roll dances. A trade alley will be set up for the car enthusiasts and a craft market for all to enjoy.

Where: Rochford Wines, Cnr Maroondah Hwy & Hill Rd, Coldstream

When: 9am-5pm

Cost: Free

Further information: 5962 2119 or w: rochfordwines.com

Lilydale Farmers Produce Market

Mar ’10
7
Apr ’10
3

A farm fresh produce market with over 50 stalls selling a variety of fresh foods.

Where:  Bellbird Park, Swansea Road, Lilydale

When: First Sunday of every month

Cost: Gold coin donation

Time: 8 am - 1 pm

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