WHAT'S ON THIS WEEKEND IN ECHUCA MOAMA AND DISTRICT EVENTS ON THROUGHOUT WEEK
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WHAT’S ON THIS WEEKEND – 10th January 2020 – Page 1 of 7
WHAT’S ON THIS WEEKEND IN ECHUCA MOAMA AND DISTRICT
EVENTS ON THROUGHOUT WEEK
January 10-11 Echuca Moama Artists “Something Different” Exhibition
Echuca Moama Artists present, “Something Different”- an Exhibition
by Ray Hill, noted Plein Air Artist from Kialla, which will be showing
in the Alton gallery until January 25th. There are two components to
this exhibition - paintings of Australia at war, and vignettes of life
from Ray’s travels in Australia and overseas. Friday 10am- 2.30pm,
Saturday 10am - 1pm, or by Appointment. Free Entry
Contact: 0439 460 690
January 10-12 14th Girgarre Moosic Muster
The friendliest and most affordable acoustic festival along the Murray
River! More than 50 workshops, jams and singing opportunities,
bush dance, public concerts in evenings, open mikes galore, kids’
muster, instrument loans, plus farmers’ market, food and fun. All
genres, including bluegrass, folk, country, blues, Celtic, pop, gospel
and contemporary. Wednesday to Sunday, 8th – 12th January,
2020 from 9am till late each day at the Girgarre Town Hall (air-
conditioned), 9 Morgan Crescent, Girgarre (35 km south-east of
Echuca) All music activities free. Camping is available on site
(unpowered): small fee required (amenities and three meals included
in fee). For more details please visit www.girgarre.com.au
Contact: Jan on 0458546283 or garryandjan@bigpond.com
January 10-12 The Regional Picnic
The Regional Picnic is an exciting new music, wine, food and arts
festival taking place on Echuca’s scenic Murray for the whole family
to enjoy. Locally sourced tasty treats and thirst-quenching, refreshing
drinks will be served all day. Treat yourself with a selection of art
craft and market stalls to shop from. With an assortment of roving
performers and entertainers before the main stage tribute band
attraction, we have something for everyone! Tribute Bands for each
day are: 80's Rewind, Top 80's Hits on Friday 10th January; Inxsive,
INXS Tribute Show on Saturday 11th January; and Rhiannon,
Fleetwood Mac Tribute Show on Sunday 12th January. Tickets are
$15 Adult // $45 Adult Weekly Pass or $10 Child (5 – 16 years) // $30
Child Weekly Pass; Family (2 x Adult, 2 x Child) $40 // $120 Family
Weekly Pass. Under 4 free. Tickets are available at the gate.
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January 10-12 Cinema Pop Up Moama
Cinema Pop Up will be popping up in Moama at the Kerrabee
Soundshell from January 9th to 12th. Cinema Pop Up will show a
different movie each night and will feature bean beds, popcorn,
snacks and a bar. Gates open at 7pm each night, book online for
free kids tickets! Featured Movies are: Toy Story 4 on 9th January;
Bridesmaids on 10th January; Aladdin on 11th January; Pets 2 on
12th January. Book online for free kids tickets at
January 10-16 Fishing the Murray River Exhibition at Echuca Historical Society
Fishing the Murray River Exhibition look at the history of Murray
River Fishing, from Aboriginal fish traps to the commercial industry
and recreational fishing of today. The exhibition will feature
photographs, stories and memorabilia centered around any creature
with scales and gills. The exhibition is on show until 30th March 2020.
Echuca Historical Society is open daily from 10am to 2pm.
Contact: 03-54801325
January 10-16 Kyabram Town Hall Gallery Exhibition
The exhibition ‘Capturing the Decades: 1880 to 2000’
Design, Fabric and Construction – Putting Country Women’s
Fashion at the forefront is on at the Kyabram Town Hall Gallery from
Saturday 19th October to February 2020. Entry to this exhibition is $8
adults, $6 kids. Daily 10am to 4pm (except Sundays). Also Showing
currently is Share if You Agree, new works by Splinter Contemporary
Artists which will be on display until February 2020. In the community
gallery the current exhibition is ‘On Identity’ exploring the theme of
identity which will be showing until 31st January.
Contact: 03-58521546
January 10-16 The Strawberry Pick
Enjoy our unique ‘Pick Your Own’ Strawberry Experience, only 10
mins from Echuca. You’ll find the most flavoursome strawberries,
real strawberry ice-cream & sorbet, barista coffee/ tea, scones with
jam and cream and farm fresh artisan preserves. Open 9am-4pm on
Weekends, Vic School Holidays and Most Public Holidays. Visit our
website www.thestrawberrypick.com.au
Contact: 0414555044
January 12-18 Billabong Ranch School Holiday Camp
Billabong Ranch's School Holiday Camp creates a wonderful
opportunity for your children to enjoy a week away in a farm
atmosphere with a group of like minded children. Our itinerary caters
for boys and girls aged between 7 and 17 years. We pride ourselves
on our experienced staff who cater all aspects of horse riding to each
child's ability and needs. Senior staff are qualified instructors and
trail guides who also compete successfully in a variety of disciplines.
5th -11th January, the cost per child is $745.00 GST inc. To book:
www.billabongranch.com.au
Contact: 03-54835122
FRIDAY
January 10 Campaspe Regional Library School Holiday Program
Family Movie Afternoon at Echuca Library from 2.30pm – Toy Story
4. At Rochester Library from 2.30pm take part in craft activity Osmo
Studio and Masterpiece Art, suitable for ages 5 plus. Bookings are
essential and all children must be supervised by an adult
Contact: 03-54812400
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January 10 School Holiday Golf Program at Rich River Golf Club
Looking for an activity to do this school holidays? Discover golf at
Rich River Golf Club! Sessions designed for boys and girls aged 6 -
12 years, 6 sessions (attend all or one), starts January 6th 2020,
9am - 1pm. Subsequent sessions run on Wednesday 8th January,
Friday 10th January, Monday 13th January, Wednesday 15th
January and Friday 17th January. For further enquiries contact the
Pro-Shop 5481 3372. Learn more here:
www.richriver.com.au/school-of-golf/
Contact: 03-54813372
January 10 Port of Echuca Discovery Centre School Holiday Activities
Kids Torchlight Tour! Find out what it’s like to experience the Port of
Echuca by torchlight on this fun 45 minute night tour. Listen to the
stories and let our entertaining tour guide wow you. $10.00 per
person, bookings are essential. 7.30pm on Friday 3rd January.
Contact: 03-54810500
January 10 The King in Concert at Rich River Golf Club
The King in Concert starring David Cazalet. Elvis Presley Tribute
Show. Performing live and free at Rich River Golf Club on Friday
10th January from 7.30pm.
Contact: 03-54813333
SATURDAY
January 11 Echuca Moama Parkrun
Parkrun is a free weekly timed 5km run suitable for all fitness levels.
Echuca Moama Parkrun takes place every Saturday morning at 8am
at Lions Park. Please visit: www.parkrun.com.au/echucamoama/
January 11 Cape Horn Vineyard – Music in the Vines
Kane Vincent will be performing live from 1pm to 4pm. For courtesy
bus bookings (10+ adults) or table reservations contact Cape Horn.
Contact: 03-54806013
January 11 Echuca Workers
Daine Runnalls will perform live at Echuca Workers Club from 7pm
to 10pm.
Contact: 03-54823140
January 11 Rich River Golf Club
SMAC the Band will perform live at Rich River Golf Club from
7.30pm to 11.30pm.
Contact: 03-54813333
January 11 Rushworth Speedway
Speedway action returns to Rushworth with the GP Midgets Ironbark
Classic; Paul Benton Memorial; GV Open Saloons; GV Production
Sedans; GV Ladies and GV Juniors. The Rushworth Speedway
Complex is located on Nine mile road Rushworth. Racing
Commences from 4pm. Entry costs $20 per adult, aged pensioners
are $15, kids 12 to 16 are $10.00, while under the age of 12 is free.
Family tickets (two adults and two children) are $50.
Contact: 0409 386 805
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SUNDAY
January 12 Girgarre Farmers Produce and Craft Market
A varitey of produce and quirky crafts is available from the Girgarre
Farmers Produce and Craft Market. The market runs from 8.30am to
12.00 noon on the second Sunday of the month. The Market is held
in Station Street, Girgarre.
Contact: 03-585772270
January 12 Stanhope Monster Garage Sale
Stanhope Monster Garage Sale is on from 8.30am on the second
Sunday of the month. Sausage sizzle available.
Contact: 03-58572866
January 12 Radcliffe's Bridal Fair 2020
Radcliffe's is welcoming all Brides-to-Be and Grooms-to-Be to attend
an Open Day in our beautiful Conservatory Garden. From 10am on
Sunday 12th January 2020. Come meet our team and discover the
venue. Enjoy a welcome drink on arrival, tea & coffee, and chat with
a hand-picked selection of local wedding suppliers in this interactive
day. Optional Lunch: Enjoy an exclusive 2 course sample wedding
menu, limited spots are available to sample some of the dishes to
decide if Radcliffe's is right for you! Lunch bookings or enquiries
email functions@radcliffes.com.au or call.
Contact: 03 5480 6720
January 12 Cape Horn Vineyard – Music in the Vines
Sean Orr will be performing live from 1pm to 4pm. For courtesy bus
bookings (10+ adults) or table reservations contact Cape Horn.
Contact: 03-54806013
January 12 Echuca Workers
Fogarty Brothers will perform live at Echuca Workers Club from 3pm
to 6pm.
Contact: 03-54823140
MONDAY
January 13 School Holiday Golf Program at Rich River Golf Club
Looking for an activity to do this school holidays? Discover golf at
Rich River Golf Club! Sessions designed for boys and girls aged 6 -
12 years, 6 sessions (attend all or one), starts January 6th 2020,
9am - 1pm. Subsequent sessions run on Wednesday 8th January,
Friday 10th January, Monday 13th January, Wednesday 15th
January and Friday 17th January. For further enquiries contact the
Pro-Shop 5481 3372. Learn more here:
www.richriver.com.au/school-of-golf/
Contact: 03-54813372
January 13 Echuca Moama Visitor Centre School Holiday Activities
Come and meet the native residents who live at the Echuca Moama
Visitor Centre. Bluey and Lizzie are our Eastern Blue Tongue Lizards
who love leaving their tank for a pat and to show off their very blue
tongues. Our Murray River Short Neck Turtles Terry and Myrtle love
to meet children – take home a paper cut out turtle to decorate or sit
down and colour it next to Terry and Myrtle. Meet and greet our
native residents at 11.30am on Monday 13th January.
Contact: 1800804446
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January 13 Campaspe Regional Library School Holiday Program
NGV Mystery Making at Echuca Library from 2.30pm. Craft Activity
inspired by exhibitions that have been at the National Gallery of
Victoria. Also at Kyabram Library from 10.30am will be NGV –
Mystical Creatures. Bookings are essential and all children must be
supervised by an adult
Contact: 03-54812400
January 13 Port of Echuca Discovery Centre School Holiday Activities
Murray Ross Kids Art Class. Develop your artistic skills with
guidance from a successful artist and author Murray Ross. Entry is
included in discovery centre entry (Adults $14, Children $8, Family
from $37. Locals with free entry to discovery centre pay $5 per child
painting). Monday 13th January at 10.30am.
Contact: 03-54810500
January 13 Zoo Keeper for a Day Program
Is your child passionate about wildlife? Bookings are now open for
Kyabram Fauna Park's Zoo Keeper for a Day program, which will run
throughout January. Your child will get hands-on experience of what
its like to work as a zoo keeper as they take part in daily duties
including animal enrichment and exhibit maintenance. They’ll see
our animals up-close and speak with our keepers about their jobs
and experience. This program is suitable for children aged between
8 and 12. Sessions run from 9am-1pm and cost $70 per child which
includes morning tea and lunch. Spaces are limited so bookings are
essential and can be made by calling 5852 2883 or emailing
enquiries@kyabramfaunapark.com.au Zoo Keeper for a Day will run
on the following days during January: Monday 13 January;
Wednesday 15 January; Friday 17 January; Tuesday 21 January;
Wednesday 22 January; Saturday 25 January
Contact: 03-58522883
TUESDAY
January 14 HorseHand For A Day
Send the kids along to this wonderful program designed to give
every child the opportunity to make friends with a beautiful horse.
This day is jam pack full of horsey Fun! Grooming, ground
communication and riding. Recommended for ages from 6 to 15
years. We cater for absolute beginners but will vary activities
depending on your child’s confidence and experience. Horsehand
For A Day is $115.00 per day and runs from 10am until 4pm,
Tuesday and Thursday during school holidays.
Contact: 0447201237
January 14 Campaspe Regional Library School Holiday Program
Candles craft activity at Echuca Library from 10.30am, suitable for
ages 5 plus, followed by Bunnings Craft Activity from 2.30pm,
suitable for ages 5 plus At the Rochester Library there will be a
movie morning from 10.30am, with Dora and the Lost City of Gold.
Bookings essential and all children must be supervised by an adult.
Contact: 03-54812400
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WEDNESDAY
January 15 Morrsions Winery Yoga and Brekky Bushfire Fundraiser
On Wednesday 15th January Morrison's Winery will be teaming up
with Yoga Spot for a bushfire fundraiser at the winery. At 9am you
will begin a peaceful 1 hour yoga session with Lea, right in front of
our tranquil billabong. Surrounded by giant gumtrees and wildlife.
On completion of your class, you can refuel with a tasty Brekky roll
and a tea or coffee. All freshly made, brewed and supplied by us!
The cost for this is just $30 per person with 100% (YEP 100%) of
sales going to the national bushfire relief!! Payment is to be made on
the day (cash preferred) here at the winery. You will need to bring
your own Yoga Mat or towel to use. What a delightful way to start
your day!
Contact: 03-54800126
January 15 Zoo Keeper for a Day Program
Is your child passionate about wildlife? Bookings are now open for
Kyabram Fauna Park's Zoo Keeper for a Day program, which will run
throughout January. Your child will get hands-on experience of what
its like to work as a zoo keeper as they take part in daily duties
including animal enrichment and exhibit maintenance. They’ll see
our animals up-close and speak with our keepers about their jobs
and experience. This program is suitable for children aged between
8 and 12. Sessions run from 9am-1pm and cost $70 per child which
includes morning tea and lunch. Spaces are limited so bookings are
essential and can be made by calling 5852 2883 or emailing
enquiries@kyabramfaunapark.com.au Zoo Keeper for a Day will run
on the following days during January: Monday 13 January;
Wednesday 15 January; Friday 17 January; Tuesday 21 January;
Wednesday 22 January; Saturday 25 January
Contact: 03-58522883
January 15 School Holiday Golf Program at Rich River Golf Club
Looking for an activity to do this school holidays? Discover golf at
Rich River Golf Club! Sessions designed for boys and girls aged 6 -
12 years, 6 sessions (attend all or one), starts January 6th 2020,
9am - 1pm. Subsequent sessions run on Wednesday 8th January,
Friday 10th January, Monday 13th January, Wednesday 15th
January and Friday 17th January. For further enquiries contact the
Pro-Shop 5481 3372. Learn more here:
www.richriver.com.au/school-of-golf/
Contact: 03-54813372
January 15 Campaspe Regional Library School Holiday Program
Family Movie afternoon at Echuca Library from 2.00pm with Dor and
the Lost City of Gold, followed by the Pizza and Board Games Night
from 5.30pm to 7.00pm, $4.00 per person for pizza. At Kyabram
Library take part in Crafternoon with Velvet Art from 2.30pm to
4.30pm. Rushworth Library will hold crafternoon from 2.30pm to
4.30pm with NGV Animal Shapes, while at Tongala Library take part
in Osmo Studio and Masterpiece Art from 2.30pm, suitable for ages
5 plus. Bookings essential, children must be supervised by an adult.
Contact: 03-54812400
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THURSDAY
January 16 Leigh's Reptile Show at Moama RSL
Kids, join us these school holidays for a fantastic Reptile Show!
Not only will there be a 1 hour show about reptiles, but there will also
be plenty of other birds and animals to take a look at and some of
these you might be able to hold. Then, finish off your day by having
your face painted. 11am at Moama RSL on Thursday 16th January.
Little Diggers Members get free entry, Non-Members: $5 entry, pay
on the day.
Contact: 03-5482 6677
January 16 HorseHand For A Day
Send the kids along to this wonderful program designed to give
every child the opportunity to make friends with a beautiful horse.
This day is jam pack full of horsey Fun! Grooming, ground
communication and riding. Recommended for ages from 6 to 15
years. Horsehand For A Day is $115.00 per day and runs from 10am
until 4pm, Tuesday and Thursday during school holidays.
Contact: 0447201237
January 16 Campaspe Regional Library School Holiday Program
Plates craft activity suitable for ages 7 plus at Echuca Library from
10.30am, then at 3pm Animals of Oz, limited to 40 children. Animals
of Oz will also take place at Kyabram Library from 11am, limited to
25 children and then again at Rochester Library from 1pm, limited to
25 children. At Tongala Library take part in Craft Morning with Velvet
Art from 10am to 12 noon. Bookings essential, all children must be
supervised by an adult.
Contact: 03-54812400
What’s on this Weekend is proudly brought to you by Echuca Moama Visitor Centre.
For information about coming events please visit www.echucamoama.com
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