what s on in january 2018 Discover what there is to see and do while visi ng our magnificent region! The professional staff at the Visitor Informa on & Booking Centre offer assistance with informa on on the many a rac ons, accommoda on venues and cruises to enjoy. Browse through the permanent interac ve exhibi on and learn about the region s history da ng back to the Aboriginal inhabitants of the land. View the Centre s theatre e which constantly runs fascina ng images on the big screen reflec ng the history and vibrancy of the region. The Gi Shop offers a wide range of souvenirs and quality locally handcra ed gi ware to take to someone special. Hours of opera on: Monday to Friday 9am 5:30pm Saturday, Sunday & Public Holidays 9am 5pm While every a empt has been made to ensure accurate informa on, the publishers accept no responsibility for supplied informa on or omissions. Visitor Informa on & Booking Centre. Phone (03) 5018 8380. Australia Day Celebra ons January 26 ALFRED DEAKIN CENTRE 2017 CHRISTMAS TREE SPECTACULAR 1 7 January, Visitor Informa on Centre, 190 Deakin Come and see the fun and funky Christmas Trees at the Alfred Deakin Centre. The trees of all shapes and sizes are created by the local community and will be sure to amaze you. Tradi onally local schools, community groups and businesses display Christmas trees to promote their group and to provide enjoyment for Visitors to the Centre. This years theme is What Represents which has inspired some unique and original designs using various materials. Bring the family along to enjoy the colours and decora ons and to see how people have adapted the theme to Christmas. Trees will be on display daily 9.00am 5.30pm Weekdays 9.00am 5.00pm Weekends SUMMER ART EXHIBITION BY MILDURA ART GROUP 1 January February 28, Open every day except Wednesday 10am-2pm, Riverfront Gallery, Hugh King Drive, The Art Group are now showcasing their Summer Exhibi on. This will be on show for the full Summer season. All works are by local art group members and are for sale. They present a wide range of styles and all mediums to appeal to the most discerning visitor. EFTPOS and layby are available for your convenience. The members get together on Tuesdays and visitors are most welcome to view the Exhibi on and watch the ar sts at work. Locals are also welcome to come along and try their hand at pain ng if they would like. Admission is free. Version 1, 19 December 2017 More informa on contact Peta Colle, President Riverfront Gallery/ Art Group on 0427 291 461 or Gill Marshall on 0448 347 546. PSYCHE BEND PUMPING STATION RUNNING DAY Monday 1, 11am-3.30pm, Psyche Bend, Kings Billabong Come and see the historic Psyche Pumps in opera on. The Chaffey triple expansion steam engine and Tangye Centrifugal Pumps were designed by George Chaffey and provided irriga on water for from 1891 to 1959. The unique design is the only opera onal one of its kind in the world. The engine and pumps were built in England in Tangye in 1889-90 and installed and commissioned at in 1891. Running from 10.30pm to 3pm. $5 per person or $15 Family Thursday 4, Harness Recrea on Reserve, 12th Street $10, Pensioners $5 and Under 18 free when accompanied by an adult, otherwise $2.
Page 2 SUNRAYSIA FARMERS MARKET & RIVERFRONT BOUTIQUE MARKET Saturday 6, 8am-1pm, Jaycee Park, Hugh King Drive, TIMMIS SPEEDWAY - SPRINTCAR ALLSTARS, LATE MODELS, MODIFIED SEDANS Saturday 6, 6-10pm, Timmis Speedway, Deakin Avenue, NGV KIDS ON TOUR 2018 EVERYBODY PLAY/MOVE/MAKE (AGES 4-12) Tuesday 9, 10.30am-12.00pm, Arts Centre, 199 Cureton Avenue, NGV KIDS ON TOUR 2018 EVERYBODY PLAY/MOVE/ MAKE (AGES 12 18) Thursday 11, 10.30am-12.00pm, Arts Centre, 199 Cureton Sunraysia Farmers Market provides the pla orm that links good food direct from the region s genuine producers with community. Indulge the senses, taste, wander and unwind as you discover a range of superb fresh fruit, vegetables and herbs; freshly brewed coffee, wine and olive oil. Take the me to enjoy breakfast made from the market s produce under the giant river gums beside the Murray River. Run in conjunc on with the Farmers Market, the Riverfront Bou que Market is a "cra makers market" where all goods for sale are handmade by the person behind the stall. With various ar san products such as bags, children's clothing, ladies clothing, ceramics, candles and cards/sta onary, this market is somewhere that you may just find that special piece to take home to remind you of your visit to. There s plenty of parking, pathways and flat ground and with the playgrounds nearby, it s perfect for families. For more informa on go to www.sunraysiafarmersmarket.co m.au A huge night of racing with three feature events. The Sprintcar Allstars are back and are very fast. The big V8 late models always sound amazing and put on great racing. The Victorian Modified Sedan series with the best modified drivers in the country will be very close racing. Gates open at 3pm and racing from 6.30pm. Tickets are: Adults $20, Concession $15, Kids under 16 accompanied by an adult are free. Contact Speedway Drivers Club on 0427 257 041 for more informa on or email office@milduraspeedway.com. RED CLIFFS COUNTRY MARKET Sunday 7, 9am-1pm, Ilex St, Indi Ave & Barclay Square, Red Cliffs Red Cliffs Market is just a short 15 minute drive from and offers over 100 stalls of local produce, crafts, bric-a-brac, gourmet delights, plants, jewellery, sausage sizzle and rides for the kids. Enjoy the live entertainment and pop up art galleries. Most local stores are also open for your convenience. 0458 907 226. RED CLIFFS MILITARY MUSEUM Sunday 7, 10am-3.30pm, RSL, Jamieson Avenue, Red Cliffs The Red Cliffs Military Museum has an extensive display of artefacts and memorabilia from the Boer War through to Vietnam and East Timor covering all services. Entry $2 for Adults with children free. Wiggle your toes, s ck out your tongue and wave your arms everybody can get involved with NGV Kids on Tour 2018. Children throughout Victoria have the opportunity to engage with art through a range of free hands-on ac vi es and workshops. Inspired by NGV Triennial theme of the body, experience crea ve new ways that Everybody can Play, Make, and Move. Fiona Hall: Who Lives Here? explores natural habitat and encourages kids to create an animal and its habitat. Children can draw portraits of themselves or a loved one and add together to form an installa on. Cost: Free For more informa on, please call Arts Centre on Wiggle your toes, s ck out your tongue and wave your arms everybody can get involved with NGV Kids on Tour 2018. Children throughout Victoria have the opportunity to engage with art through a range of free hands-on ac vi es and workshops. Inspired by NGV Triennial theme of the body, experience crea ve new ways that Everybody can Play, Make, and Move. Fiona Hall: Send a Message for teens, encourages young people to express their concerns about contemporary issues through collaging an emoji. EVERYBODY EVERYONE: Circle Portraits Teens can draw portraits of themselves or a loved one and add together to form an installa on. Cost: Free For more informa on, please call Arts Centre on HOLDING AN EVENT OF YOUR OWN? Is your Spor ng Club or Group holding an event? It costs nothing to have it listed in our What s On which reaches thousands of locals and visitors every month. We also have display space available at the Visitor Informa on Centre and would love to showcase your next event! Simply contact us with details at tourism@mildura.vic.gov.au, or
Page 3 2018 MACU KITCHENS AUSTRALIAN SOLO SPEEDWAY CHAMPIONSHIP Friday 12, Olympic Park Speedway, Johnson Bend, 7.30-10pm, Straight out Eleventh Street (West), See Australia s best speedway riders ba le it out for the 2018 Australian Solo Speedway Championships at Olympic Park Speedway on Friday January the 12th. Hopefully Speedway Grand Prix Winners Jason Doyle and Chris Holder will be in ac on. If not Australian Champion Sam Masters, World Under 21 Champion Max Fricke and Australian number two Jus n Sedgmen will be figh ng it out to become Australian Champion. Gates open at 5, senior racing starts at 7.30pm. MILDURA CITY MARKET Sunday 14, 8am-1pm, Langtree Mall and Ninth Street Find a gi among the stalls that have lovely items for sale. There are cra s, clothing, home cooking, fruit and vegetables as well as jams, honey, pickles and dried fruit. You will also find jewellery, natural beauty products, books, plants, fancy cards, woodwork items, bric-abrac and locally made products. The market is managed by the City Market Commi ee. If you are interested in having a stall with them, please call 0400 032803 Monday to Friday 1pm -6pm. LIVE MUSIC AT TRENTHAM WITH IWAN & ANDREA Sunday 14, 12.30-3.30pm, Trentham Estate Winery, Sturt Highway, Trentham Cliffs Summer is finally here, and Trentham Estate have lined up some great live music, in the form of local duo Iwan and Andrea, for guests to enjoy whilst indulging in a glass of wine or two, or maybe one of the tasty pla ers available as they overlook the mighty Murray River. The event is free, but bookings are essen al. (03) 5024 8888. GEODESIC DOME WORKSHOP Wednesday 17, 10.30am- 12.00pm, Arts Centre, 199 Cureton Arts Centre invites you to join ar st and La Trobe University Visual Arts Lecturer Dr Kylie Banyard in a Geodesic Dome Building workshop. Learn how to build your own mul coloured table top Geo dome, constructed completely from coloured cardboard. Ages: 9+ Kids and adults welcome Limited numbers. Bookings essen al. For more informa on, please call Arts Centre on Wednesday 17, Harness Recrea on Reserve, 12th Street $10, Pensioners $5 and Under 18 free when accompanied by an adult, otherwise $2. 2018 AUSTRALIAN UNDER 16 SOLO CHAMPIONSHIP INDIVIDUAL Friday 19, Olympic Park Speedway, Johnson Bend, 6pm, Straight out Eleventh Street (West), See the best young kids ba le it out to become Australian Champion. Gates open at 5, racing starts at 7.30pm. MUSICAL SOCIETY MILDURA PRESENTS BEAUTY & THE BEAST Friday 19-21, see mes below, Mercy Theatre, 159-177 Riverside Musical Society presents Beauty and the Beast, but not as you know it! With a fresh and modern telling of the classic story with a panto twist, its sure to be hilarious fun for the whole family. Suitable for all ages. Dates: Friday 20th 7.30-10pm approx. Saturday 21st 2-4.30pm approx., 7.30-10pm approx. Sunday 22nd 2-4.30pm approx Cost: Friday Evening $15, Saturday and Sunday $20. For further informa on and cket sales, contact Visitor Informa on & Booking Centre on (03) 5018 8380. TWILIGHT AT THE MILDURA ARTS CENTRE Friday 19, 5pm-8.30pm, Arts Centre, 199 Cureton Join us for a picnic on the lawns of the Arts Centre. Live Music, free entry to galleries and Rio Vista, kids ac vi es. Drinks and snacks available from the café. Bring some comfy chairs and a picnic rug. No BYO Alcohol. SUNRAYSIA FARMERS MARKET Saturday 20, 8am-1pm, Jaycee Park, Hugh King Drive, Sunraysia Farmers Market provides the pla orm that links good food direct from the region s genuine producers with community. Indulge the senses, taste, wander and unwind as you discover a range of superb fresh fruit, vegetables and herbs; freshly brewed coffee, wine, olive oil, preserves and condiments; eggs, honey, grains and nuts; freshly baked bread, pastries, cakes, plus meats and smallgoods and so much more. Take the me to enjoy breakfast made from the market s produce as well. With plenty of parking, and playgrounds nearby, it s perfect for families. For more informa on go to GALLERY GUIDED TOUR Saturday 20, 1.30-2.00pm, Arts Centre, 199 Cureton Discover more about the ar sts and artworks on a guided tour of the Arts Centre. Cost: Free For more informa on, please call Arts Centre on
what s on in january 2017 Page 4 A SOCIAL DRAWING AFTERNOON Saturday 20, 2-4pm, Arts Centre, 199 Cureton Avenue, MERBEIN STREET MARKET Sunday 21, 8am-1pm, Commercial Street, Merbein The Merbein Street Market is held on the third Sunday of each month. TIMOMATIC DO WHAT YOU WANT TOUR Thursday 25, 7.00-9.00pm, Arts Centre, 199 Cureton AUSTRALIA DAY CELEBRATIONS 2018 Looking for ways to be crea ve and connect with others? Drawing is good for your soul. Come along to the monthly drawing session. Bookings are encouraged. Meet at the front desk in the foyer. Bring along your preferred art materials (we have a limited selec on for use). For more informa on, please call Arts Centre on 2018 KPR PANEL REFINISHES AUSTRALIAN UNDER 21 500CC CHAMPIONSHIP & 2018 SUNRAYSIA & RIVERLAND REFRIGERATION AUSTRALIAN 250CC CHAMPIONSHIP Saturday 20, Olympic Park Speedway, Johnson Bend, 7.30-10.30pm, Straight out Eleventh Street (West), See Australia s best under 21 speedway riders fight it out to become Australian Champion at Olympic Park Speedway on Saturday January the 20th. See Local riders in Jaimon Lidsey, Jordan Stewart and Cooper Riordan take on the na ons best. Gates open at 5, racing starts at 7.30pm. You will find local and interstate stalls, fresh produce, local honey, arts and cra s, bric-a-brac, entertainment and the secondhand shops will be open. 0427 888 708. 2018 AUSTRALIAN UNDER 16 SOLO TEAM CHAMPIONSHIPS Sunday 21, Olympic Park Speedway, Johnson Bend, 7-10pm, Straight out Eleventh Street (West), Get out to Olympic Park Speedway and see the best young riders represent their state. Gates open at 5, racing starts at 7.30pm. Tuesday 23, Harness Recrea on Reserve, 12th Street $10, Pensioners $5 and Under 18 free when accompanied by an adult, otherwise $2. If you would like more informa on on what s happening in and around Mul -pla num selling ar st Timoma c will be bringing his high-energy shows across Australia, as part of his Do What You Want Tour. The performance will include his biggest hits, including Set It Off, If Looks Could Kill, Parachute, Can You Feel It and his ho est new material. Since taking the country by storm on Australia s Got Talent, with his world class dancing and talented vocals, Timoma c quickly became a household name by releasing his 4 x pla num, ARIA nominated single, Set It Off. Timoma c has invited the very talented dance/singing group Divine Our Des ny for the tour. Divine Our Des ny has recently toured the country with Jus ce Crew and has since released their debut single Moments. Cost: Full $39.50, VIP Sound Check Party $69.50 Tickets available from: Arts Centre, phone 5018 8330 or Visitor Informa on Centre, phone 5018 8376 or in person. Online at Enjoy the community spirit at one of the many Australia Day celebra ons across the region. Celebrate our na onal day with a BBQ breakfast, a glass of fresh orange juice and the company of fellow Aussies, sharing in the spirit of the day. MILDURA Friday 26, Nowingi Place, Hugh King Drive, 8-10.30am Join us for Australia Day on the river front at Nowingi Place. Proudly presented by Rural City Council, this free event includes : A tasty cooked breakfast will be available to purchase. Fun ac vi es for children and live entertainment. Witness the Australian Ci zenship ceremony and presenta on of 2017 Rural City Council Australia Day Awards including Ci zen of the Year, Young Ci zen of the Year and Community Event/Project of the Year. Bring a chair, picnic blanket, friends and family and enjoy a relaxed morning on 's riverfront. Like us on facebook
Page 5 RED CLIFFS Tuesday 26, 8am, Barclay Square, Jamieson Avenue, Red Cliffs Come along and celebrate Australia Day 2018 with a fantas c cooked breakfast for only $5 and entertainment. Awards will be presented to winners in the following categories: Red Cliffs Ci zen of the Year, Young Ci zen of the Year, Sports Person of the Year, Young Sports Person of the Year and Community Group or Event of the Year. contact Tracy Reid on 0409 441 080. IRYMPLE Henshilwood Park, Irymple. 7.30am 10am Irymple Lions will hold a BBQ breakfast, with fresh fruit and juice, tea and coffee by gold coin dona on from 7.30am-9.30am. Local Ci zen of the Year will be announced and the raising of the flag happens at 8.00am. There will also be local entertainment. Alan on 0437 192 953. MERBEIN AUSTRALIA DAY BREAKFAST AND AWARDS Kenny Park, (Old Croquet Club Area) Merbein. 8am-1pm Enjoy a delicious cooked breakfast, fruit, tea & coffee. Great live entertainment. Breakfast will be served following the raising of the Flag at 8.05am. Bring a chair, sunscreen and hat. For further informa on please contact Gloria Wall on 5025 3038. MURRAYVILLE Pioneer Park, Murrayville 7.30-10am Join us at Pioneer Park for our Australia Day Celebra on. Enjoy a cooked breakfast and watch the presenta on of Ci zen of the Year awards, the flag raising and guest speaker. call Glenda on 5095 2036. CULLULLERAINE The Bushman s Rest Caravan Park will be hos ng a free BBQ lunch with children s ac vi es and entertainment by a local band. OUYEN MRCC Service Centre Lawns, 7-10am, Oke Street, Ouyen Ouyen s Lions Club Australia Day Breakfast Enjoy a hearty cooked breakfast and the presenta on of Senior & Junior Ci zens Awards, along with the raising of the flag at 8.30am, cu ng of the Australia Day Cake and local entertainment. contact John Gilchrist on 0429 922 301. UNDERBOOL Outen Park, Malkin Avenue, Underbool, 8-10am Australia Day Celebra on to be held at Outen Park from 6.30pm. Celebrate together while enjoying a fully cooked breakfast. For catering purposes and further informa on contact Fran Lynch on 0409 509 463. WALPEUP Walpeup Wayside Stop, Cnr of Creagan St and Murphy Rd, 8am Please join us at the Wayside Stop for a tradi onal Aussie breakfast. The community are invited to come and enjoy a free breakfast and celebrate our great na on. COLIGNAN Colignan Community Recrea on Reserve (AKA the Mud Hut), 9am-12pm Enjoy a community breakfast with bacon, eggs, tomatoes, fresh fruit, tea, coffee and orange juice, supplied by the Colignan Community Commi ee. Free jumping castle for the kids, and the pool will be opened for an hour of free swimming a erwards. Gold Coin Dona on. Local children will do the flag raising. contact Bonnie Cox on 0427291680. 2018 PLATINUM ELECTRICAL VICTORIAN SIDECAR CHAMPIONSHIP & EURO FLOOR VICTORIAN JUNIOR SIDECAR CHAMPIONSHIP Friday 26, Olympic Park Speedway, Johnson Bend, 7.30-10pm, Straight out Eleventh Street (West), See the best sidecar teams in Australia fight it out to become Vic number 1. Can Warren Monson and Byren Gates keep the tle in Victoria. AUSTRALIA DAY RECOVERY Saturday 27, 12.30-4pm, Trentham Estate Winery, Sturt Highway, Trentham Cliffs Enjoy your Australia Day recovery on the lawns of Trentham Estate Winery enjoying live music from midday with local duo Iwan & Andrea. Our cellar door is open for tas ng and sales, enjoy a meal in our restaurant or eat alfresco on the balcony. We also offer the op on of a fully catered cook you own BBQ, or simply enjoy one of our shared pla ers. Strictly no BYO. Its sure to be a great a ernoon and the perfect way to enjoy your extended weekend. For further informa on, contact 5024 8888, email info@trenthamestate.com.au or AUSTRALIAN INLAND BOTANIC GARDENS BIG BREKKIE & MARKET, GARDEN TRAIN TOURS Saturday 27, 8.30-12noon, River Road Buronga Come and enjoy a freshly cooked breakfast in the relaxing atmosphere of the Inland Botanic Gardens. Breakfasts are served between 8.30am 11.30am. There are stalls on-site with fresh produce and cra s along with the local ukulele band entertaining visitors and Train Tours of the gardens, viewing exo c plan ngs grouped in beds by country of origin. There is also a magnificent feature rose garden with 1600 colour co-ordinated plants. Gates open at 5, senior racing starts at 7.30pm.
Page 6 The train tours run at 10am and 11am and cost $10 Adults, Children under 12 years are free. Tea/coffee/cool drinks available. (03) 5023 3612. MILDURA CITY MARKET Sunday 28, 8am-1pm, Langtree Mall and Ninth Street Tuesday 30, Harness Recrea on Reserve, 12th Street $10, Pensioners $5 and Under 18 free when accompanied by an adult, otherwise $2. COMING UP IN FEBRUARY Feb 3 Sunraysia Farmers Market Jaycee Park Feb 4 Red Cliffs Country Market Barclay Square Red Cliffs Feb 7 Harness Racing Night Mee ng Feb 11 City Market City Heart Mall Feb 17 Fossey s Gin Dudley Bradshaw Sidecar Shootout and Round 2 Flat Track Championships Feb 17 Sunraysia Farmers Market Jaycee Park Feb 17 Queen s Baton Relay Feb 18 Merbein Street Market Feb 20 Harness Racing Night Mee ng Feb 24 Australian Inland Botanic Gardens Big Brekkie and Market Feb 25 City Market City Heart Mall Feb 27 Harness Racing Night Mee ng If you have any trouble finding these loca ons, please drop in and see us at the Visitor Informa on & Booking Centre so that we can assist you. We re here to help! Located at the Alfred Deakin Centre on the corner of Deakin Avenue & 12th Street. If you re organising an upcoming event, workshop, community ac vity, exhibi on or performance and would like us to help you promote it, upload the details using our online events calendar it s simple and completely free! The online calendar receives thousands of hits each month and is a source document for the What s On Just tell us all the details by filling out the online form at www.mildura.vic.gov.au/ events