Dunkeld Races
12th November 2011
This fantastic race day gives you a taste of grassroots racing at the most spectacular racecourse in Victoria. Set at the foot of Mt Abrupt you will experience a day not to be forgotten during the Spring Carnival in the country.
- Contact: 0400 557 625
- Location: Dunkeld Racecourse, Cemetery Lane, Dunkeld
Halls Gap Film Festival
18-20th November 2011
Halls Gap Film Festival is set in a stunning natural film set and presented with lots of country hospitality. The program consists of expertly selected, pre commercially released films straight from Cannes and Melbourne Film Festivals.
- Contact: 0427 879 831
- Location: Centenary Hall, Grampians Rd, Halls Gap
Pyrenees Triple Pentanque Tournament
19th and 20th November 2011
High Street, Avoca. Triples Pentanque Tournament over 2 days. Open to all players of all abilities.
- Entry $18 Adults, $5 Under 18yo
- Contact 0418 390 062
Grampians Wildflower Ride
Recreational Bike Ride over 4 Distances
To encourage people to take up Bike riding & encourage Tourists to the area to view the Grampians. Any proceeds will be distributed between Stawell Secondary College Chaplaincy, Stawell Great Western Cycling Club & Stawell Urban Landcare, Supporting the Youth, Promoting Bike Riding, Improving the Environment i.e partially completed Rail Trail.
- Entry Fee: Adult $30.00 or $20.00, Child (2-14) N/A. Family $50.00 or $30.00
- Date of activity: Sunday 13th November 2011
- Location: Start & Finish Stawell Racecourse. Travel out to Halls Gap around Lake Lonsdale & return via Pomonal Road
- Download Flyer: Click Here
Out & About
Project Platypus Tree Plantouts
2nd July, 9th July, 17th July, 24th July, 30th July 2011
Jallukar, Concongella, Crowlands, Dadswells Bridge & Great Western. Planting days on farms around the region, join other volunteers to get thousands of trees planted and guarded. Enjoy a social day with lunch and tools provided. For more information or to register: 0407 320 093. Free
Gum San Chinese Heritage Centre
1st September to 14th October 2011
Exhibition of Asian Fans
- Address: 31-33 Lambert St, Ararat
- Admission: Adult $9.50 Child/Conc $7.50
Aegis Grampians Spring Time Classic
11th September 2011
5km run or walk around Ararat or a 15km run or walk from Moyston to Ararat to raise money for the E.J. Whitten Foundation. $35 for 15km, $15 for 5km
- Contact 0417 717 401
Beaufort Keepsakes
September school holidays when Hand crafted surprise's will appear!
A spontaneous activity, we will be ‘craft bombing’ Beaufort. The date is a secret but around the last two weeks of September. Butterflies hand crafted will appear all around Beaufort. Free to all.
Stawell Regional Arts presents Victorian Concert Orchestra
9th October 2011
Concert to be performed by the Victorian Concert Orchestra.
- Contact: 0412 518 685
- Location: Halls Gap Recreational Area (across from shops)
Moonambel Fireworks & Party in Pyrenees
29th October 2011
Moonambel Recreation Reserve. Moonambel Fireworks - Party In Pyrenees. In a fun evening with activities to indulge every member of the family. Featuring live bands and an array of activities for the young. Food vendors, local wines and of course, Fireworks.
- Contact 5467 2320
- Admission Adults $15, Children $5
Byaduk & Community Spring Show
5th November 2011
The Byaduk & Community Spring Show is a unique family fun day with activities and competitions for all. Flowers, produce, arts, crafts, stalls, children's activities and afternoon tea. Entries welcome. The Byaduk hall is filled with entries and is a wonderful event for all the family. All proceeds are donated to a nominated charity. $5 Adults - afternoon tea included.
- Contact 0429 787 258