Whats on in Mansfield and Mt Buller June 2009

BUSH MARKET Saturday 6th June – Mansfield Bush Market. Stock up for Winter at the Queens Birthday weekend Bush Market in Mansfield. This market has just about everything you can imagine – a variety of local and regional produce, local wine, preserves, plants, art and craft, clothing,
footwear, furniture and much more. Plenty of food and beverage options to stave off those
hunger pangs as you browse through the stalls. 8am-2pm in Highett Street. No dogs permitted.
Details available on 0417 118 103.

MT BULLER OPENING WEEKEND CELEBRATIONS Saturday 6th June – The fun filled festivities kick off from 4pm on Saturday in the heart of the Mt Buller Village with the Code One Police Band, Pyroptix fire and percussion show, Barry the Pygmy Possum performances and a range of activities that will entertain the whole family. As night starts to fall, make sure you have a good seat, as the weekend culminates in a spectacular light show. A magnificent fireworks display will illuminate the sky above Mt Buller, thrilling adults and children alike. There’s no better way to launch the season! To find out more log onto www.mtbuller.com.au

LIVE MUSIC Saturday 6th June – The Bonnie Doon Hotel’s Public Bar will be rocking this long weekend to the sounds of live band Midnight Express playing covers from the 70’s, 80’s and 90’s. Join us from 8.30pm. No cover charge.

BOAT CLUB SUPPER DANCE Saturday 6th June – Yes, it’s on again! The Mansfield Boat Club at Goughs Bay is holding a Supper Dance, so gather a group of friends, dust off your dancing shoes and boogie the night away to entertainment by Dennis Tucker. Bring a plate of supper and join us from 7pm for this fabulous evening. Costs are $10 members and $15 non members with drinks at bar prices.
For bookings phone Lynn on 5777 3088.

LIVE MUSIC Saturday 6th June – Live Piano at the Deck on High. Join us by the open fire, choose from an exceptional menu and wine list, and sit back and soak up the relaxed atmosphere whilst enjoying live piano at the Deck On High in Mansfield this long weekend. Music from 7pm.
Bookings are essential on 03 5775 1144.

GIANT BOOK SALE Saturday 6th – Monday 8th June – Wander down to the Masonic Hall in Highett Street, Mansfield between 10am-4pm over this Queens Birthday weekend and call into the Rotary Club of Mansfield’s Giant Book Sale. Thousands of latest novels, children’s books, rare and quirky books – something for everyone, plus a huge toy sale with new toys at bargain prices.

COUNTRY MARKET & CAR BOOT SALE Sunday 7th June – This delightful country market held at the Community Centre in Arnot Street in the quaint township of Bonnie Doon, has a variety of stalls such as home made and local goodies, plants, local wines, produce, gifts and more. Come along for breakfast and stay for lunch. 8.30am – 1pm. For more information call 03 5778 7722.

CWA MARKET Saturday 13th June – The Country Women’s Association is holding a Produce, Cake and Craft Market in the CWA Hall in High Street, Mansfield between 10am-2pm. Don’t miss out on some of their great locally home made goodies.

THINQUE FUNKY Thursday 18th June – Mansfield Shire Council presents Anders Sorman-Nilsson hosting Thinque Funky. Learn how to navigate a constantly changing demographic landscape, keep the lines of communication open in your business and position your thinking in a whacky world. Commencing at 6.30pm at the Pinnacle Valley Resort in Merrijig, this informative evening is free of charge, but bookings are essential. Phone Sue Arndt on 03 5775 8575 or e-mail
sue.arndt@mansfield.vic.gov.au

LIVE MUSIC Friday 19th June – Join Dean and Gill at the Mansfield Regional Produce Store for Bracket and Jam, an evening of popular live, local music featuring a host of the best musicians from around the region. Dinner is available for purchase from 6.30pm with entertainment kicking off from 7.30pm. Cover charge is $5.00 pp and bookings are essential on 03 5779 1404.

WINTER SOLSTICE CEREMONY Monday 22nd June – Celebrate the Winter Solstice and join us at Spirits High spa dreaming mansfield for an introductory workshop on aromatherapy, with a focus on blending and use during the Winter months. Honour this time in our calendar with a gentle ceremony shared with friends. Commences at 6.30pm with refreshments provided. Cost is $5pp and bookings are essential on 03 5779 1386.

BRIDGE DAY FUNDRAISER Tuesday 23rd June – Mansfield District Hospital Auxiliary invites you to a Bridge Day fundraiser at the St John’s Anglican Church Hall in Highett Street, Mansfield. Arrive from 10.30am for morning tea, with cards commencing at 11am. The $20pp cost includes lunch and morning tea. To reserve your table phone Jill on 03 5778 7233 or Louise on 03 5777 3700.

LIVE MUSIC Saturday 27th June – Rock n Roll Night. The Bridge Inn Hotel in Maindample will be rocking to the sounds of Dennis Tucker for the Maindample CFA Rock n Roll Night. Dust off those pointy shoes and enjoy finger food all night as well as prizes for the Best Dressed and Best
Dancer. Costs are $30pp and bookings are essential. To book phone Rachel on 03 5775 2713.

JUNE AT THE MANSFIELD LIBRARY Tues 2nd ~ 10.30am – Baby Bounce. A program for babies aged 3-18 months. Thur 4th and Tues 23rd ~ 10.30am – Story time for pre-schoolers.
Tues 16th ~ 3.45pm – Radical Readers. Junior book club for kids aged 8-12 years.
Fri 19th at 2.30pm – Book Chat. Join us for an informal chat on our book of the month.

WHAT’S NEW With Winter now on our doorstep why not indulge your creative talents and come along to an informal Spinning and Felting Group. We meet every Thursday from 10am–3pm at Crockett Cottage Studio in Elvins Street, Mansfield. BYO spinning wheel, lunch and refreshments. Cost is $5pp ($1 donated to the CFA).
To enquire further call Janet on 03 5779 1751.

UPCOMING EVENT Tolmie Commemorative Ball. On Saturday 4th July enjoy an evening of entertainment, door prizes and a lavish supper. Dress as you please or come “Tolmie 1920’s style”. Tickets are $25 per couple. BYO drinks.
For further information call Linda on 03 5776 2113.

INFORMATION AND ACCOMMODATION For all your information and accommodation enquiries and bookings, visit the Mansfield Visitor Information Centre. Open 9am – 5pm. Visit www.mansfield-mtbuller.com.au or freecall
ENQUIRIES 1800 039 049.

Whats on in Mansfield and Mt Buller January 2009

Week 1
NEW YEAR’S DAY RACES Thursday 1st January – Kick off 2009 with a day out at the Merton Picnic Races. Plenty of fun for everyone with Fashions on the Field, Bookmakers, local wines, a Publicans Booth (BYO is also permitted), light refreshments and kids activities. This is an entertaining day for the whole
family. Gates open from 10am. Admission is $12.00 per adult, $5.00 pensioners and children
are free. Further information is available on 03 5778 9551.

LIVE MUSIC Saturday 3rd January – Island Celtic is a talented ensemble that pays tribute to the Irish genre.
Commencing from 7.30pm at Tangel-oz in Mansfield, this memorable evening will include a
two-course dinner, complimentary glass of wine and entertainment. Costs are $25.00 pp.
For bookings phone 03 5779 1600.

MUSIC FESTIVAL Friday 9th – Saturday 10th January – All Tomorrows Parties Music Festival
Mt Buller has been chosen to host the inaugural Australian All Tomorrows Parties music festival.
All Tomorrows Parties events are renowned for their eclectic and unique lineups and Mt Buller
promises to be no exception. Heading the line up is arguably the most significant Australian
export of the last twenty years, NICK CAVE & THE BAD SEEDS, with very special guests The
Saints and the Dirty Three. Enjoy music performed by more than 30 bands over three stages.
This is an event not too be missed. For ticketing and line up info go to www.atpfestival.com
or phone 1800 039 049.

CATTLEMAN’S GET TOGETHER Friday 9th – Sunday 11th January – The Mountain Cattleman’s Get Together is coming our way this year. Head out to Buttercup Road in Merrijig for the Reunion of the Cracks from the Man from Snowy River movies, including Tom Burlinson, Sigrid Thornton and other cast
members. There is a huge list of events such as the Cattleman’s Cup, Packhorse
Championships, Bucking Bull, Wood Chop, Heritage Displays, Johnny the Bull - and these are
just to name a few. There will be some great fun stuff for the kids too. Enjoy evening entertainment
with the Aaron Daniels Band who will perform a blend of rock & blues over two nights. The
weekend will wind down to the sounds of local musician Sean Cartlidge. Full bar facilities and
fresh local catering outlets will be available onsite. Gate entry is $60.00 per adult with kids
under 15 free. This includes a weekend pass to all events & a picturesque camping spot for
both nights with toilets & showers provided. No fires or glass please and dogs must be on a
leash. To find out more log onto www.mcav.com.au or freecall on 1800 039 049.

STAGE COACH TO CATTLEMAN’S Friday 9th January – Travel to the Mountain Cattleman’s Get Together in style aboard our horse drawn Stage Coach. The ride includes a stop at the ever popular Merrijig Hotel for one of their hearty lunches. Departs Mansfield at 10.00am, the cost is $200.00 per person which includes transport and lunch. To book phone Matt on 03 5775 1383. Limited numbers apply

What's on in Mansfield, June 2008- Week 1

Sunday 1st June
COMMUNITY BREAKFAST - The Merrijig Hall is soon to be refurbished, so to give the hall it’s last hoorah and to celebrate the beginning of winter 2008, join the Merrijig Public Hall Committee for a ‘Welcome To Winter’ breakfast. Sausages, eggs, bacon, muffins, tea, coffee and orange juice are all provided. BYO champagne and glass. The committee’s motto is ‘We cook – You eat’ and everyone is welcome. This is a free community event. Enquiries on 0419 346 249.

Tuesday 3rd June
ARTIST BUSINESS WORKSHOP - Whether you work full time as an artist, or supplement your artistic career with other work, you canimprove your knowledge and skills at this free workshop. This program run by the Australia Business Arts Foundation includes presentations by industry experts, leading visual artists, gallery professionals and arts managers. It covers such topics as promotion and media, building relationships with clients and galleries, and business basics. The workshop runs from 9am – 5pm at the Mansfield Shire
Council Chambers and bookings are essential. Phone Belinda on 03 9616 0300.

Thursday 5th June
CLIMATE ACTION GROUP GATHERING - Mansfield Environment and Climate Action Group are holding a discussion evening on Solar power from 5.30pm at the Mansfield Regional Produce Store. A panel, including guests Paul Matthews from Solar Phase and Paul Cooney from Solarco, will discuss such topics as hot water systems, power and grid feed, pumps and hydronics and current information on Federal and State Government subsidies.
There is no covercharge and everyone is welcome. Food and drinks will be available for purchase on the evening. For further information phone Louise on 03 5779 1483.

Friday 6th June
LIVE MUSIC - The Hunt Club Hotel in Merrijig are celebrating the Queens Birthday weekend with the popular band ‘Don’t Ask’. Come in early and relax in the ambience in front of the open fire whilst enjoying a meal from their new winter menu. The band will play from 9.30pm and entry is free. For reservations phone 03 5777 5666.

Saturday 7th June
BUSH MARKET - One of Mansfield’s largest and most popular Bush markets offering everything you could imagine. Local produce such as fresh breads, cakes, fruit & vegetables, nuts, seeds, jams, preserves & olives just to mention a few. There will be a number of local wines for tasting & purchase, art & craft, plants clothing, gifts and much much more. Numerous food & refreshment options available. Commencing from 8am – 2pm on the median strip in Highett Street. No dogs allowed. For details phone Joan on 0417 118 103.

BRIC-A-BRAC - Mansfield Masonic Lodge Ladies are holding a Bric-a-brac stall and Hamper Raffle in the Lodge foyer, Highett Street on Queens Birthday Bush Market Day. Lodge men will hold their usual sausage sizzle and wood raffle on the footpath outside.

DINNER DANCE - Dust off your dancing shoes, the Mansfield Boat Club at Goughs Bay is holding a Dinner Dance. Enjoy a scrumptious 2 course meal whilst being entertained by the ever-popular Dennis Tucker.
The evening commences from 7pm and costs are $25pp for non-members and $20pp for members.
For bookings and further details phone 03 5777 3088.

LIVE MUSIC - The Bonnie Doon Hotel is featuring live music performed by the five piece band “Highway 31”. From 8.30pm the band will be singing hits from the Beatles, Rolling Stones, Creedence, Johnny Cash and numerous other favourites. No covercharge.
For enquiries phone 03 5778 7335.

MT BULLER OPENING WEEKEND - Opening weekend festivities kick off in the Mt Buller village square from 2.30pm. Children will enjoy entertainment by Barry the Pygmy-possum along with lots of other kids treats. Ice carvers, a live catwalk show, a fire and percussion show and entertainment by police band ‘Code 1’ are some of the highlights of the afternoon. Celebrations will culminate in a spectacular fireworks display that will light up the Mt Buller skies. For further details go to http://www.mtbuller.com.au/

Content – thank to Mansfield Shire & Mansfield-Mt Buller The High Country Reservations
1800 039 049