what s on in november 2017

what s on in november 2017 Discover what there is to see and do while visiting our magnificent region! The professional staff at the Visitor Information & Booking Centre offer assistance with information on the many attractions, accommodation venues and cruises to enjoy. Browse through the permanent interactive exhibition and learn about the region s history dating back to the Aboriginal inhabitants of the land. View the Centre s theatrette which constantly runs fascinating images on the big screen reflecting the history and vibrancy of the region. The Gift Shop offers a wide range of souvenirs and quality locally handcrafted giftware to take to someone special. Hours of operation: Monday to Friday 9am 5:30pm Saturday, Sunday & Public Holidays 9am 5pm While every attempt has been made to ensure accurate information, the publishers accept no responsibility for supplied information or omissions. Visitor Information & Booking Centre. Phone (03) 5018 8380. Mungo Man Return to Country - November 18 SPRING ART EXHIBITION BY MILDURA ART GROUP THEMED RAIN Wednesday 1 November 30, Open Tuesdays & Saturdays 10am -4pm, Open daily during public and Victorian school holidays 10am-4pm, Riverfront Gallery, Hugh King Drive, The Art Group are now showcasing their Spring Exhibition, entitled Rain. This will be on show for the full Spring 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 Exhibition and watch the artists at work. Admission is free. More information contact Marina Martin, President Riverfront Gallery/ Art Group on 0459 238 943. PS RUBY 110th BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION WEEKEND with PS MARION Friday 3 - Sunday 5, various locations, Wentworth Come along and celebrate the PS Ruby s 110th Birthday Celebration Weekend with PS Marion (coming back to her origins in Wentworth celebrating her 120th Birthday). With various activities and cruises over the weekend, it will be a celebration not to be missed. OVERNIGHT CRUISE on PS RUBY Friday, 3rd November to Saturday, 4th November, Wentworth Wharf, 11am PS Ruby Overnight Cruise to Lock 9 departing Wentworth Wharf. Staying overnight on board and meeting PS Marion. Returning to Wentworth Wharf with PS Marion by 4pm.Cost $250 PS RUBY 110TH BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION DINNER Saturday, 4th November, Wentworth Civic Centre, Darling Street, Wentworth, 6pm, $30 WENTWORTH WHARF LAWNS Sunday, 5th November, 10am-4pm Entertainment, Food Stalls & River Cruises ONE (1) HOUR CRUISES Sunday, 5th November, Wentworth Wharf 11am, 12.30pm & 2pm Book a Cruise on either PS Ruby or PS Marion 1 Hour Cruise Cost: Adult $20, Senior $15, Child 5-15 $10, Under 5 FREE TWILIGHT CRUISE PS RUBY Sunday, 5th November, 5pm Book a 2 and half hour twilight cruise on PS Ruby or PS Marion, upstream on the Darling River, finger food included. Bookings essential. Adult $55, Child 5-15 $30 Bookings for PS Ruby and PS Marion Cruise & Dinner Bookings can be made at Wentworth Visitor Information Centre on (03) 5027 5080. Version 1, 26 October 2017,

Page 2 RIVERFRONT FEST Saturday 4, 1-9.30pm, Riverfront, Hugh King Drive, You're invited to join us to celebrate 's incredible transformation of the riverfront precinct at Riverfront Fest. This fun, free community event will be an opportunity to acknowledge and look back at all the work that has been done as part of the Riverfront Redevelopment Project - Stage 1, which is funded by the Australian Government, Victorian State Government and Rural City Council. The riverfront will come alive with a jam-packed program of entertainment is planned including: - Great live music on three different stages - Food stalls - Free children's activities - Roving performers - Riverboat flotilla - Sunraysia Farmers Market and Riverfront Boutique Markets Official proceedings will take place from 1pm to 2pm, with community celebrations and entertainment to follow until 9:30pm. MILDURA AIRPORT RUNWAY OPEN DAY Saturday 4, 9.30am 3pm, Airport, Alan Mathews Drive, Celebrate the opening of the newly upgraded runway with a community open day. The Official Opening Ceremony commences at 10:30am, and following will be local aircraft displays, scenic and adventure flights Also featuring a free BBQ and jumping castle for the kids, lucky door prizes and giveaways, this celebration will be one for everyone to enjoy. SUNRAYSIA FARMERS MARKET Saturday 4, 3-8.30pm, Jaycee Park, Hugh King Drive, Sunraysia Farmers Market provides the platform that links good food direct from the regions 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 time 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 information go to If you would like more information on what s happening in and around MAINLINE DYNALOG SPRINTCAR ALL STARS SERIES ROUND 1 Saturday 4, Gates open 3pm Racing starts at 6.30pm, Timmis Speedway, Deakin Avenue, Don t miss Round 1 of the Sprintcars All Stars Series featuring some of the best exponents of this action packed and exciting class of racing. The winged Sprintcars feature 500 hp engines which rocket these beasts around the circuit at high speed with lots of thrills and spills. Be sure to get there and get your backside trackside for what promises to be an awesome nights racing. Gates open at 3pm and racing from 6.30pm. Tickets are: Adults $30, Concession $20, Kids under 16 accompanied by an adult are free. Members discount $5 Contact (03) 5025 7128 for more information. MILDURA MOTORCYCLE CLUB 70TH ANNIVERSARY BBQ MEET AND GREET Saturday 4, 2-10pm, Olympic Park Speedway, Johnson Bend, Straight out Eleventh Street (West), Come down to the Motorcycle Club Clubrooms for a drink and a BBQ and check out the memorabilia scattered around showcasing the 70 year history of the club. Club legends will be in attendance 5pm start. RED CLIFFS COUNTRY MARKET Sunday 5, 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 HISTORICAL STEAM RAILWAY Sunday 5, 11am 4pm, Calder Highway and Millewa Road, Red Cliffs The Red Cliffs Historical Steam Railway operates a steam train which has significant importance to Red Cliffs. Unique to Sunraysia it is the only tourist steam train in the area and one of the few small gauge railways throughout Australia. Come and enjoy a ride on an authentic steam train. Departing every half hour, the last train pulls out at 3.30pm. Fares: Adults $8, Children $4, Family $20 For more information phone 0427 211 098. RED CLIFFS MILITARY MUSEUM Sunday 5, 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. 5018 8100. Like us on facebook Visitor Information and Booking Centre

Page 3 MUSEUM OPEN DAY Sunday 5, 11am-1pm, Old Court House Museum, 24-28 Jamieson Avenue, Red Cliffs Come view our displays on the theme of "Settler Takes a Wife... Stories of Family Life". Cost: $2 per adult, children free For further information contact Red Cliffs & District Historical Society on 5024 1229. 2017 PHIL CRUMP INTERNATIONAL SOLO TROPHY & GATES SIDECAR CUP Sunday 5, 7-10.30pm, Olympic Park Speedway, Johnson Bend, Straight out Eleventh Street (West), Don t miss this years running of this prestigious annual event where you will see some of the best Solo and Sidecar riders in the World competing during the 70th Anniversary celebrations of the Motorcycle Club. See 12 of the best solo riders in the world battle it out for the Phil Crump International Solo Trophy and see 12 of the Worlds best sidecar teams fighting it out for the inaugural Gates Sidecar Cup named after John and Les Gates. Also there will be a legends parade and legends races in both the solos and sidecars. Phil Crump, himself a past International Champion will oversee the action in what can only be described as potentially the best competition seen at the famous Olympic Park, with the Worlds Best Riders keen to take home the Silverware. Tickets range from $15 $25 for the evening and can be pre-purchased online at www.milduramotorcycleclub.org. au or at the gate on the night, but when they re gone they're gone, so don t miss out on the action and get in quick! COL BEASLEY 410 SPRINTCAR CLASSIC, MODIFIED SEDANS, LATE MODELS Sunday 5, Timmis Speedway, Deakin Avenue, Col Beasley Classic Returns in 2017... But BIGGER & BETTER! The Col Beasley 410 Sprintcar Classic will run in a similar format to last year whist receiving a few minor tweaks that are all to be revealed in the coming weeks. Modified sedans are once again expected to get the call up to support the program once again along with "Classic Sprintcars" of yesteryear to feature along side the 410's. MELBOURNE CUP DAY AT MILDURA Tuesday November 7 Racing from 12.30pm, Sandilong Park, If you re looking for a great day out, then you can t go past s social event of the year! Settle in amongst the live horse racing action, the Gold Cup Marquee, the mini marquee enclosure, live entertainment, fashions on the field and free children s entertainment. The perfect place to be to watch the race that stops the nation, the Racing Club. Get online at www.milduraracingclub.com.au or contact the club on 03 5032 2110 for more information. MELBOURNE CUP DAY AT WENTWORTH Tuesday 7, Gates open 10am. Racing from 12.30pm Wentworth Show Grounds, Armstrong Avenue, Wentworth Get trackside in Wentworth on Melbourne Cup Day and enjoy a fun, relaxing and family friendly atmosphere of a country race day, including local races, fashions on the field and jumping castle for the kids. Admission to the track costs $20 for adults, concession $15, children aged 12-17 $10, children under 10 free. Breeon Cole on 0429 413 110 or email info@wentworthraces.com AUSTRALIAN ALTERNATIVE VARIETIES WINE SHOW Thursday 9 11, Various Venues If you like something a little different when it comes to wine, then this is the wine show for you. The Australia Alternative Varieties Wine Show (AAVWS) was founded in 1999 when Stefano de Pieri, Bruce Chalmers and Dr Rod Bonfiglioli began the Sangiovese Awards. They went further with the Australian Italian Wine Show in 2000. Both of these shows were great successes, and the first AAVWS followed in 2001. DINNER AMONGST THE ROSES Saturday 11, Rose Garden, Australian Inland Botanic Gardens. 7pm start, River Road, Buronga Come and indulge in a gourmet dinner prepared by s own Dag Demarkow. To be held in the spectacular Rose Garden, the evening is one not to miss. Cost: $125 per person Includes: Dinner and drinks (sparkling, wine, beer, soft drink. Tickets are available at Visitor Information Centre, phone 03 5018 8380 or in person. SPEEDWAY ALL CLASSES SOLO, SIDECARS, CLASSICS, MX MAYHEM Saturday 11, Olympic Park Speedway, Johnson Bend, Straight out Eleventh Street (West), Enjoy a night of thrilling speedway action with all classes battling it out for supremacy on the night. Featuring solo s, sidecars and classic speedway machines, all supported by local motocross legends unleashing mayhem on the famous circuit. The senior action kicks of at 7.30pm, with juniors battling it out on the centre track at 6.30pm. For more information visit www.milduramotorcycleclub.org.au VILLAGE SUMMER NIGHTS Saturday 11, 5.30-9pm, Riverfront, Hugh King Drive, welcomes you to Village! Bask in our beautiful evening weather with us and enjoy the heart beat of our wonderful town, the mighty Murray River! We have food to delight your taste buds, Music for your soul, help support small local businesses as we gather together at Village to help raise money for much needed not for profits or charity groups. Featuring free live music, art, food, pottery, henna art, vintage and retro, readings, crystals, Rex and Sarah, food, massage, oils and much more! Contact Black Market events, on 0439 204 008 or email happy2bchristina@gmail.com

Page 4 MILDURA CITY MARKET Sunday 12, 8am-1pm, Langtree Mall and Ninth Street Find a gift among the stalls that have lovely items for sale. There are crafts, 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 Committee. If you are interested in having a stall with them, please call 0400 032803 Monday to Friday 1pm - 6pm. MILDURA HARNESS RACING NIGHT MEETING Wednesday 15, Harness Recreation Reserve, 12th Street Gates open at 5pm and racing starts at approx. 6.30pm. Adults $10, Pensioners $5 and Under 18 free when accompanied by an adult, otherwise $2. Tim Scala on 0411 044 021. TWILIGHT AT THE MILDURA ARTS CENTRE Friday 17, 5pm-8.30pm, Arts Centre, 199 Cureton Avenue, Join us for a picnic on the lawns of the Arts Centre. Live Music, free entry to galleries and Rio Vista, kids activities. Drinks and snacks available from the café. Bring some comfy chairs and a picnic rug. No BYO Alcohol. RED CLIFFS PLAYERS PRESENTS DAISY PULLS IT OFF Friday 17, Saturday 18, Thursday 24, Friday 25 7.30pm, Sunday 19 12pm Cardross Hall, Dairtnunk Avenue, Cardross Red Cliffs Players presents their latest production of Denise Deegan s Daisy Pulls it Off In this comedy performance set in the 1920's, energetic Daisy Meredith, a girl from a poor background, is forced to face and overcome snobbish prejudice and schoolgirl pranks from the wealthier girls. She and her best friend, zany Trixie Martin, search for the missing treasure that could save the fortunes of the exclusive Grangewood School for Young Ladies. Will Daisy be able to vanquish the false accusations of her enemies and save the day (and reputation of elementary school girls)? The play is suitable for a general audience. It is targeted at adults and teenagers. A two course meal is included. Drinks and snacks available at bar prices. Cost: 19th & 23rd - $35 ($245 Table of 8), 17, 18th, 24th & 25th - $40 ($280 Table of 8). No purchases at the door. Tickets can be purchased from www.trybooking.com/rsyd or at Green Goddess Flowers, 156 10th Street,. SUNRAYSIA FARMERS MARKET Saturday 18, 8am-12noon, Jaycee Park, Hugh King Drive, Sunraysia Farmers Market provides the platform that links good food direct from the regions 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 time 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 information go to UMOJA CONCERT - THE SPIRIT OF BEING TOGETHER Saturday 18, 2.30-6.30, 259-261 Eleventh Street (behind Catholic Church in Sacred Heart Hall, Don t miss out on an amazing afternoon full of music that is fun, a fashion parade and much more!!! Save the date for this enjoyable and inspiring event! Food and drinks will be on sale. Cost: Full $20, Family of 4 $50 ($12.50pp) Group 4 + $12.50pp, Ages 6-14 $10, Under 5 Free Tickets available from SMECC - 12th Street, Arts Centre, phone 5018 8330, Visitor Information Centre, phone 5018 8376 or in person. Online at www.milduraartscentre.com.au MUNGO MAN RETURN TO COUNTRY Saturday 18, 7-10pm, Nowingi Place, Riverfront, Hugh King Drive, You're invited to join us to celebrate the repatriation of the 42,000 year old remains of Mungo Man and the Willandra Collection, back to Willandra Lakes, the world heritage area, on 17 November 2017. Featuring Archie Roach Isaiah Firebrace, Kutcha Edwards, Shane Howard, Alice Skye, Ernest Mitchell, local choirs and much more, this massive event is FREE for the whole community. Traditional Owners from Mungo National Park will be present as will other indigenous and community leaders including Professor Jim Bowler who made the Mungo discoveries. We invite you to become a part of what will be a very important step in a journey of national significance, as Mungo Man leads us in Return to Country. This event is fully catered, No BYO by Law. Traci Macleod on 5021 3787 or tracimacleod60@gmail.com

Page 5 ANNUAL BURONGA INTERNATIONAL FOOD FESTIVAL Saturday 18, 5-8pm, Buronga Public School, Chapman Street, Buronga Food stalls from around the world including Italian, Greek, Canadian, Indian and more! Market stalls, kids activities, on stage entertainment, major raffle, plus an extra raffle on the night. For further information, contact Sarah Hando on 0439 960 237 or sarahhando@gmail.com MERBEIN STREET MARKET Sunday 19, 8am-1pm, Commercial Street, Merbein The Merbein Street Market is held on the third Sunday of each month. You will find local and interstate stalls, fresh produce, local honey, arts and crafts, bric-a-brac, entertainment and the secondhand shops open. 0427 888 708. MILDURA HARNESS RACING NIGHT MEETING Tuesday 21, Harness Recreation Reserve, 12th Street Gates open at 5pm and racing starts at approx. 6.30pm. Adults $10, Pensioners $5 and Under 18 free when accompanied by an adult, otherwise $2. GLENN STARR HIT PARADE Wednesday 22, 7-9pm, Arts Centre, 199 Cureton Avenue, Glenn Starr returns to the Arts Centre after sell out shows with the IG Big Band, this time delivering a show featuring some of the "greatest songs of all time". Recreating the stunning sounds & timeless songs from the unforgettable golden age of music, Glenn Starr s Hit Parade brings the magic & melodies of the 50 s & 60 s back into the spotlight for all to enjoy. This 2 hour performance covers an amazing array of massive hits from history s most defining talents, Glenn Starr flawlessly sings memorable tunes from Bobby Vee, The Monkees, Paul Anka, Roy Orbison, Elvis, The Bee Gees, Gene Pitney and so many, many more. With an entire show designed to be highly interactive, full of great tunes and backed by a 5 piece band Glenn Starr s Hit Parade is an experience in complete & total musicalentertainment. Cost: Full $54.10, Concession $44.10, Student $44.10, Group 10+ $49.10pp Tickets available from: Arts Centre, phone 5018 8330 or Visitor Information Centre, phone 5018 8376 or in person. Online at www.milduraartscentre.com.au WHITE RIBBON WALK Friday 24, 12-2.30pm, Starting in Langtree Mall, Join us for a community walk and BBQ Lunch on Friday 24 November. Starting in the Langtree Mall we will walk as one to the Riverfront in support of White Ribbon Australia and together we will say "NO" to violence against women in our community. Cost: Free For further information contact (03) 5018 8197 or email HOLDING AN EVENT OF YOUR OWN? Is your Sporting 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 Information Centre and would love to showcase your next event! Simply contact us with details at tourism@mildura.vic.gov.au phone on 5018 8380 during business hours. MILDURA CITY MARKET Sunday 26, 8am-1pm, Langtree Mall and Ninth Street Find a gift among the stalls that have lovely items for sale. There are crafts, 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 Committee. If you are interested in having a stall with them, please call 0400 032803 Monday to Friday 1pm - 6pm. AUSTRALIAN INLAND BOTANIC GARDENS BIG BREKKIE & MARKET, GARDEN TRAIN TOURS Saturday 25, 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 crafts along with the local ukulele band entertaining visitors and Train Tours of the gardens, viewing exotic plantings grouped in beds by country of origin. There is also a magnificent feature rose garden with 1600 colour co-ordinated plants. 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. Tim Scala on 0411 044 021.

Page 6 2017 RIVER ROCKFEST Saturday 26, 3-11pm, Nowingi Place, Hugh King Drive, Featuring a great Aussie Rock lineup, the River Rockfest is bound to get you up and dancing. - Local Band Revive 3.30 to 4.15pm - Reece Mastin 4.45 to 5.45pm - Pseudo Echo 6.15 to 7.15pm - Shannon Noll 7.45 to 9pm - Chocolate Starfish 9.30 to 10.45pm This is a day on the green style event at Nowingi Place Sound shell. Gates open at 3pm and close at 11pm. Cost: All tickets $79.95 Tickets available from Arts Centre, phone 5018 8330, Visitor Information Centre, phone 5018 8376 or in person. Online at www.milduraartscentre.com.au If you re organising an upcoming event, workshop, community activity, exhibition 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/ If you have any trouble finding these locations, please drop in and see us at the Visitor Information & Booking Centre so that we can assist you. We re here to help! Located at the COMING UP IN DECEMBER Dates TBA Various Carols Evenings around the district Dec 1 & 2 Ballet and Dance Guild Annual Concert Arts Centre Dec 2 Timmis Speedway - MJS Street Stock Series Dec 2 Sunraysia Farmers Market with Riverfront Boutique Market Jaycee Park Dec 3 Red Cliffs Country Market Barclay Square Red Cliffs Dec 5 Harness Racing Night Meeting Dec 8 & 9 Ballet and Dance Guild Annual Concert Arts Centre Dec 10 City Market City Heart Mall Dec 12 14 Road to Bethlehem Henderson College, Irymple MILDURA HARNESS RACING NIGHT MEETING Tuesday 28, Harness Recreation Reserve, 12th Street Alfred Deakin Centre on the corner of Deakin Avenue & 12th Street. Dec 13 Harness Racing Night Meeting Dec 15 Sunraysia Farmers Twilight Market Jaycee Park Gates open at 5pm and racing starts at approx. 6.30pm. Adults $10, Pensioners $5 and Under 18 free when accompanied by an adult, otherwise $2. Tim Scala on 0411 044 021. Dec 17 City Market City Heart Mall Dec 17 Merbein Street Market Nov 23 Australian Inland Botanic Gardens Big Brekkie and Market Dec 24 City Market City Heart Mall Dec 26-30 Willowfest Australian Cricket Club Championships Dec 28 Harness Racing Night Meeting Dec 30 Timmis Speedway - Murray Magic Modified Sedans Dec 31 City Market City Heart Mall Dec 31 New Years Eve Celebrations Nowingi Place