Last one for the Year. 9am - 2pm, Sample and stock up on the best local produce and handmade crafts from The Otways.....from the producer and maker to YOU. Head to Birre for a great day out. Enjoy the sausage sizzle featuring locally-made snags under a lush green canopy of trees, pull up a hay bale and listen to some fantastic music and make sure you stay and treat yourself to lunch at one of our popular lunch destinations in the Birregurra township. The market buzzes with a variety of stallholders featuring local food growers and producers including local wineries, organic vege growers and artisan bread makers through to olive oil producers and award winning preserves and vinegar producers. As well as food and wine, handcrafts are also a big feature with artisan woodworkers and sculptors, plant growers, and talented crafts people selling all sorts of wonderful products and gifts.

The 153rd Colac Show is celebrated over 3 fun filled days and includes rides, showbags, animals exhibits & events and arts & crafts. 

3 Day Membership Pass $55 (includes  2x Adults & 3x Children 5-15yrs)

Day Passes: Adult..... $15, Child 5-15yr.....$7, Under 5...Free

9.30am-5pm Fr/Sat (full Show)

Saturday Evening entertainment 5pm til late (9pm approx. Fire works)

Sunday 9.30am-5pm (Equestrian Events/ Goats /Pet Parade/Dog Jump/Animal Nursery) No Side Show

GELLIBRAND FOOTBALL GROUND
MOTOR CYCLE & 4 WHEELER ROW

In aid of Gellibrand Hall
Auctioneers—H. F. Richardson

Auction starts 10.30am
Food, drinks, jumping castle
Family day

Gellibrand River Market Friday 25th November @ 4.30pm

Rex Norman Reserve

Gellibrand Community Markets are held on the last Sunday of every third month. An eclectic mix of the Otways finest produce, arts and crafts.

LOCATION: 30-32 Great Ocean Road, Lavers Hill, (03) 5237 3276

TIME: 3:30pm

Anzac Day services are taking place across the Colac Otway Shire.

Great Ocean Road Brewhouse

29 Great Ocean Road, Apollo Bay, VIC 3233. 9pm to Late. Tel: 03 5237 6240.

The Refuge formed in 2014 in Apollo Bay, Victoria, as a rock band with members Riley Newton (lead vocal/lead guitar), Noa Matthews (rhythm/lead guitar), Houston Walters (drums), Jackson Hayat (keyboard) and Leon Kennedy (bass). All members were 14 years old when the band formed. 

After forming, Riley started writing songs for the band, then on some songs, Noa also started writing riffs with Riley to bring an extra flavour to The Refuge. On 23 January, 2016, the band released their first full album 'Jet Stream', comprising of 13 rock songs. 

The Refuge put on a high energy rock show, with influences from classic rock bands from the 70's and grunge bands from the 90's, the band also plays blues and funk with a rock style.

415 Sunnyside Road, Wongarra.

• Cost $40 per person, children 12yo and under free.
• Produce will be available for purchase on the day.
• *Drinks available at bar prices.

The Program

• 10.30 for 11am start
• 11am farm tour one
• 1pm luncheon
• 3pm farm tour two (a repeat of farm tour one)
• 4pm finish

It is your choice to arrive for tour one or two - so either at 10.30am for farm tour followed by lunch, or 1pm for lunch followed by a tour.

Our picturesque farm is nestled between the Great Ocean Road and the Great Otway National Park, with sweeping views, a waterfall and an amazing diversity of animals. It is home to Welsh Black grass-fed cows and Black-Faced Suffolk sheep, free-range, Wessex Saddleback pigs, pastured chickens, a posse of retired racehorses, an alpaca and Victoria’s oldest truffiere, producing the prized Perigord Black Truffle. We use innovative regenerative practices to ensure our precious soils are improved and our animals are given the best care possible. The result is some of Victoria’s finest produce.

Autumn will be a celebration of the pig. Chef Romuald Oudeyer will prepare a range of charcuterie from one of the farm’s Wessex Saddleback pigs including rillette, paté de campagne, pulled pork, fresh sausages on the barbecue, plus dessert treats from our orchard. We will also have local wines, ciders and beers available*.

Join us for a tour of the farm, meet the animals, feed the pigs, hear an explanation of our regenerative farming practices and eat a buffet lunch prepared by chef Romu in beautiful surrounds.

Sunday, 30 April 2017 | 10:00 AM - 03:00 PM

The Otway region is gearing up to showcase everything locally grown and sown. Some ready to eat and the rest harvested to take home and add a culinary spin.

Mid-Autumn people can enjoy a selection of the best Otway grown produce including olives, cheeses, native bush foods, fruits and vegetables, honey, meats, small goods, baked goods, wines and other brewed delights.

Growers and event organisers want to share their passion for turning humble soil and grass into quality food and fibre, shining a spotlight on the skilled, passionate and diverse growers around us.

Source local food and fibre and contribute to community health, benefit the local economy and our environment.

Taste and purchase local produce; talk to and learn from local growers and makers. Develop growing and making talents by taking part in demonstrations and workshops around the theme of small holding skills like building soil and compost, bee keeping, poultry management, regenerative farming, the lifecycle of wool, native bush foods, truffle sniffer dog trials, shearing and creative kids food and fibre activities.

If you’re a small scale producer or artisan and would like to get involved, please contact Andy Gray on 5232 9140 or andygray@coln.org.au

Sunday, 30 April 2017 | 10:00 AM - 03:00 PM

The perfect time to visit all the falls flowing at their fullest. Allow 3-7 days depending on how much time you have. All week, midweek and weekend accommodation deals available. 

7 Falls in 7 Days:

Stevensons Falls, Barramunga. 1.5 hr or shorter walk available from day carpark
Beauchamp Falls Beech Forest. 1 hr return.
Hopetoun Falls, Beech forest. 30 min return.
Triplet Falls, Beech Forest. 2km, 1 hr loop.
Little Aire Falls, Beech Forest. 4.5km 2 hr return - arguably one of the most spectacular falls in the Otway Ranges.
Sabine Falls, Tanybryn.  2+ hr return. Steep grades. The tallest waterfall complex in the Otways
Carisbrook Falls, Wongarra. 20 min return. Best seen after heavy rain.

Embrace the elements of the southern Otways, when a new after-dark festival sparks up over four wintery weekends across July and August. The first WinterWild will revel in the untamed side of Apollo Bay. Don’t look away.

Inspired by the elements of earth, water, air and fire – and informed by the history of Apollo Bay - the 18 years and over festival takes place over four weekends to highlight various art forms: music, street theatre, film and storytelling.

When the sun-seeking, shell-collecting crowds have deserted the place where the forest meets the sea, Apollo Bay is “less Summer Bay, more Deadwood”, said festival director Roderick Poole.

 - Great Ocean Road, Apollo Bay, VIC 3233

Water is the original source of life. Many creation myths begin with emergence from Water. The oceans are vast and primal and lap at Apollo Bay’s doorstep. The first white people came here over Water. For decades this was the only way. It was a dangerous journey and left the coast littered with shipwrecks. It is Water that draws people here still.

LINE UP

Andrew Kidman & Litmus

Mick Turner

The Sand Pebbles

…and more

From sunset beach bonfires through to Sunday morning recovery sessions, the festival invites adventurous spirits to come together and celebrate the beauty of the elements at their extremes.

FORESHORE BONFIRE

Adults & Children Free

RECOVERY SESSIONS

Adults & Children Free

MECHANICS HALL EVENTS

Adults $75 + booking fee

You may have been lucky enough to catch this awesome band at the Apollo Bay Music Festival in years gone by. We are super pumped to be bringing Dirt River Radio (aka The Dirties) back to the Bay for a cracking night.

These guys are a six piece band from Melbourne known for heartfelt Australian rock ballads cranked with Rock-a-Billy swagger, Gypsy Romps, Celtic sea shanties and smoldering dirty Soul.

With a line-up of two guitars, bass, drums and the magnificent `Dirtettes’ on backing vocals, ‘The Dirties’ have evolved from humble St Kilda beginnings into a world class rock n roll outfit (two European tours under the abnds belts). The bands classic sound will deliver to you a swag of heartfelt tunes and at times brutal snapshots of reality, also renowned for a wildly volatile, no punches pulled live shows and when you get to know them, true gang mentality.

2017 see’s their best incarnation yet with members from Electric Mary and 28 Days third album, ‘Sun City White’ (out Apr 29th) explores issues spanning from personal demons to the plight of humanity.

As part of the Winter Wild Festival, the Apollo Bay Hotel will be showcasing 4 weekends of live music throughout July & August. Days Gone By - a coverband from Geelong playing popular music from 1960 to today.

Influences:
Crowded House, Hunters & Collectors, Diesel, Beatles, Powderfinger, Radiohead, Greenday, Oasis, Screaming Jets, Rolling Stones, Matchbox 20, Bon Jovi, Van Morrison, Kings of Leon, The Killers, Gotye, Paul Kelly.

The Deep Dark Forrest - Forrest Brewing Company's celebration to Dark Ales. From one off 'surprise' brews, to locally sourced menu creations paired with delicious beers. Culminating in the DEEP DARK FORREST DEGUSTION DINNER - July 15th - $85 per person (Bookings essential, stay tuned for details).

Friday , Saturday & Sunday - Opening hours are extended to late.

As part of the Winter Wild Festival, the Apollo Bay Hotel will be showcasing 4 weekends of live music throughout July & August.

The first weekend will be kicking off on Saturday 1st July. Join us in the beer garden where Celtic Storm will be playing traditional Irish music featuring Christy Cooney and friends.

“Christy Cooney is a legend of the Australian Celtic and Folk scene. He has been a part of some of the best bands, albums and concerts this country has seen.”

https://greensouthrecords.com/christy-cooney

CrossXpollinatioN is an annual exhibition at both COPACC and RRRTAG (Red Rocks Regional Theatre and Art Gallery.) It has been held each year for the last four years and has built up to become a major fixture in the regions cultural calendar, attracting artists from all over Australia. We intend to grow this event into something that puts Colac Otway Shire on the map for those who love innovative and highly creative interpretations of the wonderful world of fabric and fibre, either as a practising artist or as a collector and wearer of the pieces.

The event includes FLIGHT@COPACC, in the Civic Hall from 1 July to 23 July, 10am to 4pm daily. There is a  Featured Artists section with artists invited to submit an installation, and The Art Prize exhibition, which runs alongside the featured artists. This year we have 5 feature artists: Andrew Delaney, Irene Manion and Liz Powell as well as local artists Brian Worsley and Carole Redlich who have combined forces to create an exciting installation.  For anyone wanting to submit work for the Art Prize, please fill out the relevant form below under Related Information. Entries for COPACC's Art Prize close on 1 June.

Another feather in COPACC’s cap is the market. Building on the success of past Wearable Art and Makers Markets, it is fondly known as WAAMM. The market is held on Saturday, 1 July from 10am to 4.30pm. This is a market with artists and artisans selling their wares. It attracts work in a wide variety of different mediums, including: hand woven textiles and garments, jewelry, leather, felted items, hand knits, machine embroidered pieces and homewares. Please note that once entries have reached capacity for WAAMM no more entries will be accepted. For more information see the relevant form below under Related Information. (NOTE: The last call for entries has been extended to 20 May 2017).

CrossXpollinatioN is an annual exhibition at both COPACC and RRRTAG (Red Rocks Regional Theatre and Art Gallery.) It has been held each year for the last four years and has built up to become a major fixture in the regions cultural calendar, attracting artists from all over Australia. We intend to grow this event into something that puts Colac Otway Shire on the map for those who love innovative and highly creative interpretations of the wonderful world of fabric and fibre, either as a practising artist or as a collector and wearer of the pieces.

The event includes FLIGHT@COPACC, in the Civic Hall from 1 July to 23 July, 10am to 4pm daily. There is a  Featured Artists section with artists invited to submit an installation, and The Art Prize exhibition, which runs alongside the featured artists. This year we have 5 feature artists: Andrew Delaney, Irene Manion and Liz Powell as well as local artists Brian Worsley and Carole Redlich who have combined forces to create an exciting installation.  For anyone wanting to submit work for the Art Prize, please fill out the relevant form below under Related Information. Entries for COPACC's Art Prize close on 1 June.

Another feather in COPACC’s cap is the market. Building on the success of past Wearable Art and Makers Markets, it is fondly known as WAAMM. The market is held on Saturday, 1 July from 10am to 4.30pm. This is a market with artists and artisans selling their wares. It attracts work in a wide variety of different mediums, including: hand woven textiles and garments, jewelry, leather, felted items, hand knits, machine embroidered pieces and homewares. Please note that once entries have reached capacity for WAAMM no more entries will be accepted. For more information see the relevant form below under Related Information. (NOTE: The last call for entries has been extended to 20 May 2017).

CrossXpollinatioN is an annual exhibition at both COPACC and RRRTAG (Red Rocks Regional Theatre and Art Gallery.) It has been held each year for the last four years and has built up to become a major fixture in the regions cultural calendar, attracting artists from all over Australia. We intend to grow this event into something that puts Colac Otway Shire on the map for those who love innovative and highly creative interpretations of the wonderful world of fabric and fibre, either as a practising artist or as a collector and wearer of the pieces.

The event includes FLIGHT@COPACC, in the Civic Hall from 1 July to 23 July, 10am to 4pm daily. There is a  Featured Artists section with artists invited to submit an installation, and The Art Prize exhibition, which runs alongside the featured artists. This year we have 5 feature artists: Andrew Delaney, Irene Manion and Liz Powell as well as local artists Brian Worsley and Carole Redlich who have combined forces to create an exciting installation.  For anyone wanting to submit work for the Art Prize, please fill out the relevant form below under Related Information. Entries for COPACC's Art Prize close on 1 June.

Another feather in COPACC’s cap is the market. Building on the success of past Wearable Art and Makers Markets, it is fondly known as WAAMM. The market is held on Saturday, 1 July from 10am to 4.30pm. This is a market with artists and artisans selling their wares. It attracts work in a wide variety of different mediums, including: hand woven textiles and garments, jewelry, leather, felted items, hand knits, machine embroidered pieces and homewares. Please note that once entries have reached capacity for WAAMM no more entries will be accepted. For more information see the relevant form below under Related Information. (NOTE: The last call for entries has been extended to 20 May 2017).

WAAMM is the Wearable Art and Makers Market, held in the COPACC Foyer from 10am to 4.30pm, on Saturday July 1st, with artists and artisans offering a multitude of wonderful forms of adornment, ranging across many different mediums.

COPACC, 95-97 Gellibrand Street, Colac 3250.

TUESDAY 4 July to Thursday 13 July 10am to 3pm daily School Holiday Special FREE COFFEE for parents

Laser Tag (running between 11am-1.00pm or pre-booked groups ) Inflatable Park Entry Fees:  $14   Ages 5-14 year olds    /  $9   1-4 year olds Laser Tag Game Fees:  $4 for one or $6 for two (Just Laser tag 3 games $18) .

Also Open every 2nd Saturday, check website for dates  www.colacindoorsports.com.au  or call 52314788 Bounce into Colac Indoor Sports Centre, they have plenty to keep the kids active and entertained during school holidays and weekends regardless of the weather.

Kids will love to Jump, bounce, climb, and slide on all the fun Inflatables.  With obstacle courses to navigate, Jumping castles, Giant slides and a mountain to climb kids will be kept active.  There is also a little kid zone with their own fun inflatables.

LASER TAG READY, AIM, FUN! Colac Laser Tag missions allow you to live out your computer gaming experiences, just like a live computer game.. Using the Aussie designed S.A.T.R system, it’s fun, safe, local, and probably the most fun you will ever have getting fit.  Laser Tag games are ideal for all ages from 6 to 60!

School Holiday Library Children's Program.

Come and Join in with Colac Community Library & CFA for one hour of Fun, Games, Story Time and Craft Activities for pre-school and primary school aged children.

Theme: Home Fire Safety.

When: Thursday 13th July 2017 at 2:00pm
Where: Colac Community Library and Learning Centre

WinterWild embraces the harsh elements of the Southern Otways winter and celebrates the wild side of Apollo Bay; its history, its landscape and its down-to-earth culture of adventure.

Without Earth we cannot stand; neither can we build. Only with Earth can we put down roots. Our first industries depended on the trees and forests and through this our community grew. When forestry ended, the Great Otway National Park was born. The earth and the forest is always here. This is the foundation.

From sunset beach bonfires through to Sunday morning recovery sessions, the festival invites adventurous spirits to come together and celebrate the beauty of the elements at their extremes.

FORESHORE BONFIRE

Adults & Children Free

RECOVERY SESSIONS

Adults & Children Free

MECHANICS HALL EVENTS

Adults $75 + booking fee

Moonshine Blues will be performing at The Apollo Bay Hotel Sat 15th July around 2.30 till 4.30 as part of the Apollo Bay Winter Wild Festival.

Fresh produce, preserves, garden plants, refreshments and sausage sizzle every third Sunday of the month in Colac.

3rd Sunday of the month | 9:00AM to 12:00PM

As part of the Winter Wild Festival, the Apollo Bay Hotel will be showcasing 4 weekends of live music throughout July & August. Live music performance of Louey Hesterman's Whimsy at the Apollo Bay Hotel. Heart and Soul album launch.

Christmas in July Market

Local produce, arts and crafts, hot food, fresh coffee, plants.

9am—2pm
Sat 29th July 2017
@ Gellibrand River Community Hall

Stallholder Enquiries to the Gellibrand Community House on 5235 8348.

COMPANY PRODUCTION

Based on the book by Jackie French & Bruce Whatley

Millions of young people around the world have adored the multi award-winning picture book, Diary of a Wombat. Now finally this iconic work by Australian Children’s Laureate, Jackie French and Bruce Whatley comes to the stage.

Meet Mothball, the naughtiest wombat in Australia. Bored with her daily routine, Mothball goes in search
of shelter and food, creating chaos in the lives of humans around her.

Doormats, bins and washing lines are no match for this mischievous marsupial.

Between a packed schedule of scratching, sleeping and eating Mothball discovers that with a bit of persistence, humans are quite easily trained!

Monkey Baa uses the magic of puppetry and live music to bring this delightful story for ages 3+ to the stage.

“2017 is set to be one hell of a season for Monkey Baa, with an ambitious line-up of meaningful and moving theatre that will be guaranteed to inspire a new generation of young people” The AU Review

RUNNING TIME: 45 minutes + 10 minute post-show Q&A
RECOMMENDED FOR: Children aged 3-9 & their families

CREATIVES: Director: Eva Di Cesare Puppetry & Movement Director: Alice Osborne Set & Costume Designer: Imogen Ross Lighting Designer: Matt Cox Sound Designer: Kingsley Reeve Puppet Design & Construction: Bryony Anderson Conceptualised: Sandra Eldridge, Tim McGarry & Eva Di Cesare

Proudly sponsored by Cow Lick Bookshop, Quest Skills for Life and Otway Fly:

When

• Monday, 24 July 2017 | 06:00 PM - 06:55 PM
• Tuesday, 25 July 2017 | 10:00 AM - 10:55 AM
• Tuesday, 25 July 2017 | 01:00 PM - 01:55 PM

Location

Colac Otway Performing Arts & Cultural Centre, 95-97 Gellibrand Street , Colac 3250.

ELLIS PRODUCTIONS

A transcontinental race against the clock

Starring Ian Stenlake, as you’ve never seen him before and Pia Miranda who portray a cast of thousands in this madcap adaptation of Verne’s globetrotting classic, bringing to life sea storms, police chases and even elephant rides.

Phileas Fogg is determined to win a wager that he can circumnavigate the globe in 80 days, together with his faithful man servant Passepartout.

Hot on their heels, convinced Fogg has committed a bank robbery to fund his travels is Inspector Fix of Scotland Yard, driven to capture and jail our intrepid travellers. A fabulous farce, full of daft Victorian invention, daring deeds and downright silliness.

“An inventive romp….Something for everyone: though the characters may not yet have the ability to fly, this production certainly does,”
The Stage

WARNING: This is seriously good fun

RECOMMENDED FOR: Adults, families and children 7+

RUNNING TIME: 2 hours including interval

CREATIVES: Director: Terence O’Connell Starring: Pia Miranda, Ian Stenlake Set Design: Merinda Backway Costume Design: Lucy Wilkins Sound Design: David Ellis Lighting Design: Jason Bovaird.

When

• Friday, 28 July 2017 | 08:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Location

Colac Otway Performing Arts & Cultural Centre, 95-97 Gellibrand Street , Colac 3250

WinterWild embraces the harsh elements of the Southern Otways winter and celebrates the wild side of Apollo Bay; its history, its landscape and its down-to-earth culture of adventure.

The Air is never still here. Rarely are we without the touch of the wind, either a brisk breeze over the surf or the Roaring Forties in full force. With breath and only with breath do we have language. Only with language can we tell our stories.

From sunset beach bonfires through to Sunday morning recovery sessions, the festival invites adventurous spirits to come together and celebrate the beauty of the elements at their extremes.

FORESHORE BONFIRE

Adults & Children Free

RECOVERY SESSIONS

Adults & Children Free

MECHANICS HALL EVENTS

Adults $75 + booking fee

Apollo Bay Writers Festival is a literary event for readers and writers in the Otway region and beyond. Hosting a mix of local writers and performers alongside writers and performers from the larger literary community the event aims to enhance the literary culture of the region and connect it with the wider world of literature.

This year’s Apollo Bay Writers Festival is currently in the planning stage. We hope to make some announcements soon. Please Like our Facebook page to stay informed.

Presented by: Apollo Bay Arts Inc

Supported by: Colac Otway Shire

Made Possible By: Writers Victoria and Grace Marion Wilson Trust

As part of the Winter Wild Festival, the Apollo Bay Hotel will be showcasing 4 weekends of live music throughout July & August.

As part of the Winter Wild Festival, the Apollo Bay Hotel will be showcasing 4 weekends of live music throughout July & August. Live music performance of Dirty Soul at the Apollo Bay Hotel. Dirty Soul is a four piece band consisting of drums, bass, guitar and keyboards. Think funk rock and psychedelic blues...perhaps Gonzo law applies too...

3 Day Membership Pass $55 (includes  2x Adults & 3x Children 5-15yrs)

Day Passes: Adult..... $15, Child 5-15yr.....$7, Under 5...Free

9.30am-5pm Fr/Sat (full Show)

Saturday Evening entertainment 5pm til late (9pm approx. Fire works)
Sunday 9.30am-5pm (Equestrian Events/ Goats /Pet Parade/Dog Jump/Animal Nursery) No Side Show 

Experience the magic of Shakespeare's The Tempest, performed by Sly Rat Theatre Company, in the surrounds of Australia's oldest lighthouse, Cape Otway Lightstation. 

This presentation will combine the spectacle of ballet, the tragedy of opera, the delight of clowns and stunning visual effects, redfining what an outdoor Shakespeare event can be. Performance commences at 6:30pm

The Upwelling Festival in Portland offers a fantastic and vibrant way for visitors and Portland locals to celebrate and showcase the unique eco-tourism features of the beautiful coastal town, the Bonney Upwelling.

The Bonney Upwelling is a seven month long natural ocean occurrence where krill form dense swarms up to a kilometre in length. These exceptional feeding conditions trigger a feeding frenzy of whales, seals, giant crabs, tuna, crayfish, squid, fish and seabirds.

The Festival includes the blessing of the fleet, street parade, festival market, live entertainment, marine environment talks, whale boat races along with a major community art project.

The Festival is run in conjunction with two other well-established and popular local events - the Rotary Art Show (all weekend) and the Portland Three Bays Marathon (Sunday morning). Together these events provide a weekend-long program of activities for locals and visitors.

Content: Upwelling Festival Portland

Friends of Otway National Park

GOW Walk - Castle Cove to Johanna

Meet at the Castle Cove.

Tea, coffee, bickies supplied. BYO lunch.

All welcome.

Please contact Judi on (03) 5237 6318 or Pip on 0417 582 407 for further details and so we know how many people to expect.

Cost

Mind Your Groove announces their third Roadshow, the last Sunday of the school holdiays!

Mind Your Groove (MYG) Community Dance Roadshow. A series of travelling dance workshops based in the Colac Otway Shire, second Sunday of every month July - December 2017, and culminating in a Festive Family Bush Dance in Hordern Vale. No prior dance experience necessary. All ages all welcome!

Each town showcases a different dance genre and facilitator for the adult sessions.

This month we are spicing it up with Melbourne based African dancer Rugamba who will be facilitating both adults and kids sessions!

Jump into Kwaito Dance/Street Jive for Kids and FreeStyle/African for Adults.

• Preschoolers - 10:00 - 10:30am
• Primary kids - 11:00am - 11:45pm
• Youth, Adults, Seniors - 1:30 - 3:30pm

The aim is to provide a variety of styles and movement backgrounds, exposing participants to dance diversity not easily accessible to rural towns. All sessions end in a freestyle dance that incorporates the moves learned!

Spaces are limited. Book now to avoid disappointment!

• Tickets - Adults $15 presale / $20 on the door, Kids - $10 presale/ $15 on the door.
• Family tickets ( 3 + kids ) $20 pre-sale / $30 on the door

For presale tickets contact - mindyourgroove@gmail.com AmandaMagan - 0439 999 941

Pre-sale tickets close Friday 6th October.

More info contact Elle Wood 0400 145 168

This project is Funded by the Colac Otway Shire under the community grants scheme.

A fitting finale, Romeo & Juliet will be performed on November 18th amongst the vines at Otway Estate. Pre-screening optional extra:  Taste and Talk Brewery Tour experience at 5pm can be purchased for only $10. Meet the Brewer, learn about the brewing process, ingredients used and of course taste! Tour 40 mins approx pending questions. Cellar Door will be open from 5pm , pre-show drinks will be available. 

The performance will start at the romamtic time of 6pm.

The most exciting crew in action sports is heading back to Australia.

Global superstar Travis Pastrana will lead Nitro Circus Live in an electrifying all-new event.

Kicking off 10 March in Canberra Stadium, The Next Level Tour will feature the best athletes in FMX, BMX, Scooter, Inline and more, with a brand-new show drawing on the game-changing progression and breakthrough ramp technology pioneered at the epic Nitro World Games competition. 

An all-star international rider lineup will send it for eight cities across the country, attempting huge tricks and unbelievable world firsts as they take action sports to new heights. Pastrana has been instrumental in the new tour’s creation every step of the way: in addition to riding with the Nitro crew he is now a producer of the live event for the first time.

The Next Level Tour is the first stop on Nitro Circus Live’s 2018 global trek as it gears up for over 70 shows in 13 countries this year.

Content: Warrnambool Visitor Information Centre

Saturday, 28 April 2018 | 07:00 AM to 05:00 PM

Circuit through roads from Torquay to Lorne, Cnr Cape Otway Road and Birregurra-Deans Marsh Road, Birregurra 3242

One of Australia's premier and most spectacular rides.  Starting and finishing in Torquay the ride takes in the spectacular farmland of the Otway ranges and then back along the Great Ocean Road.

 With 4 distances to choose from:

• 204km
• 145km
• 60km
• 30km

Over 90kms of road closures and supported by police, extensive traffic management, medical support, mechanical support and entertainment.  Spectacular scenery along the course with the opportunity to stop in the townships of Moriac, Deans Marsh and along the Great Ocean Road at Lorne, Aireys Inlet & Anglesea.  Optional timed climb of the 12km Benwerrin Climb in the Otways for the 145km participants.

BIRREGURRA MUSIC SALON PRESENTS BOB EVANS

08 JUL 2018

05:00PM

08 JUL 2018

07:30PM

7 Sladen Street Birregurra 3242

Bob Evans, the ARIA winning alter ego of Jebediah frontman Kevin Mitchell, is coming to Birregurra of a super intimate show in the stunning historic Birregurra Christ Church - Sun 8th July at 5pm.

A lover of the road and a true troubadour, Kev chalked up an enormous number of kilometres around Australia following the critical acclaim for “Familiar Stranger” playing over 55 shows including A Day On The Green, Moomba Festival, ARTBAR at Art Gallery of WA, St Kilda Festival, The Great Australian Beer Festival Geelong and 2 full tours covering capital cities and numerous regional areas.

 

Website: Visit Website

Check availability & book

Trivia Night with Sally Cannon

29 Great Ocean Road, Apollo Bay, VIC 3233

Eat. Drink. Think. Win. 

Join the Great Ocean Road Brewhouse for their first trivia night at the Brewhouse Bar with Sally Cannon. First question at 7:15pm sharp.

A gold coin donation per head - the winning table (of up to eight people) gets to choose a local club to donate all proceeds to.

Whether you are looking for amazing craft beers, eat delicious food, listen to free live music or watch some of Australia's best live sports while scarfing down a chicken parmi, at the Great Ocean Road Brewhouse they have got it all.

They specialise in craft beer, craft cider and local produce, but that is not all they offer, there is so much more.

Phone: 03 5237 6240
Email: info@gorbrewhouse.com.au
Website: Visit Website

Christmas in July Celebration at the Brewhouse

29 Great Ocean Road, Apollo Bay, VIC 3233 View map

You are welcome to join the Great Ocean Road Brewhouse for a Christmas in July dinner party to raise money for the Apollo Bay Kindergarten. The evening will include a two-course Christmas Dinner, with turkey, ham and all the trimmings followed by plum pudding with creme anglais. There is a kids menu available for the little ones. 

It is not a real Christmas without Santa. Luckily Santa will be visiting the Brewhouse to hand out gifts and tell cracking Christmas jokes. The kids will love it. Alister Turrill is performing from 7:30pm, and there will be mulled wine and hot buttered rum on special.

This event has all the makings of a good night, and is most certainly for a great cause. Help create some festive magic and raise funds for our local kindergarten and kids.

Phone: 03 5237 6240
Email: info@gorbrewhouse.com.au
Website: Visit Website

TASTE OF TAMWORTH

This show has a great reputation for providing a high quality taste of Australia’s largest country music festival, Tamworth, a taste that keeps people coming back for more!

So come along and be part of the Tamworth experience as the artists launch into a string of their National #1 hits and some wellknown favourites.

Venue: Auditorium

Date/Time: Saturday July 21 at 8pm

Running time: Two 70 minutes sets, including interval

When

Saturday, 21 July 2018 | 08:00 PM - 10:30 PM

Location

COPACC, 95-97 Gellibrand Street, Colac 3250

Tickets:

Adults: $43 - $50

Concession: $38 - $45

Under 30s: $26 - $30

Groups of 4 or more: 10% discount

Proudly sponsored by Colac Herald, Dinny Goonan Wines & Colac Landscape Supplies

MELBOURNE GUITAR QUARTET

42 Main Street, Birregurra 3242

Explore a landscape of hypnotic interweaving textures, pulsating bass lines and rhythmic vitality

Melbourne Guitar Quartet (MGQ) is a brilliant addition to Australia’s musical landscape. As Melbourne’s leading guitar ensemble, MGQ’s blend of innovative arrangements, technical flair and superb ensemble playing is a joy to experience. Through the use of bass, baritone, standard, treble and octave guitars, MGQ embodies a vibrant and dynamic onstage musical persona that has amassed diverse audience appeal since the quartet’s formation in 2005.

Avid lovers of chamber music, guitar aficionados as well as concert first timers will no doubt be left captivated and fascinated by MGQ’s inimitable re-workings of established classics and feel invigorated by more recent and newly commissioned works. Guitar performance is set to transform as MGQ embarks upon a voyage of exploring the world of guitar as you have never heard it before.

Winter in the Forgotten Valley celebrates the work of some of Australia’s leading composers who established and nurtured the quintessence of Australian guitar music. MGQ’s intention is to transcend what appears as a guitar-lovers paradise. This highly unique program is a rare opportunity to experience Australian guitar music and is well suited for admirers of not only Australian works but all chamber music enthusiasts.

From Nigel Westlake’s rhythmic and colourful Winter in the Forgotten Valley to Robert Davidson’s incredibly evocative River and Cliffs, MGQ explores a landscape of hypnotic interweaving textures, pulsating bass lines and rhythmic vitality; the blend of bass, baritone, standard and treble guitars in Phillip Houghton’s tour de force, News From Nowhere is pure enchantment. Revisiting their acclaimed arrangement of Westlake’s life affirming Omphalo Centric Lecture, MGQ is joined on stage with guest percussionist Steve Falk, culminating in a highly energetic and vibrant celebration of a pioneering all-Australian program set to inspire and thrill.

Email: commonthreadarts@gmail.com
Website: Visit Website

Sunday, 29 July 2018 | 07:00 PM to 09:00 PM

In this, our 25th annual Warm Winter Words, we are proud to be presenting: 2018 Stella Prize winner, Alexis Wright; award winning author, journalist, lawyer and educator, Alice Pung; and author, editor and humans rights lawyer, Jock Serong. Each speaker will talk about their work, followed by a short Q&A session. Authors may be available for book signing during a break for afternoon tea.

Alexis Wright is a member of the Waanyi nation of the Gulf of Carpentaria. Recent publications include the collective memoir Tracker (2017) which was awarded the 2018 Stella Prize, the essay What Happens When You Tell Somebody Else’s Story (2016) which was awarded the Hilary McPhee Award 2016, The Swan Book (2013), which was awarded the Australian Literature Society Gold Medal in 2014, and Carpentaria (2006), which was awarded the 2007 Miles Franklin Award.

Alice Pung's non-fiction books Unpolished Gem, Her Father’s Daughter and Growing Up Asian in Australiahave been set texts at schools and universities all around Australia and the US. She is a frequent contributor to the Monthly, Good Weekend and the Age. In 2015, Alice was awarded Sydney Morning Herald’s Young Novelist of the Year for her latest book Laurinda.

Jock Serong is the author of three novels: Quota (2014), which won the Ned Kelly prize for a first novel, The Rules of Backyard Cricket (2016) and On the Java Ridge (2017), both of which have been shortlisted for multiple awards here and overseas. He has formerly worked as a criminal and human rights lawyer, and was the founding editor of Great Ocean Quarterly. He writes regularly in magazines such as Surfing World and Vacation & Travel, and in news and online media such as The Guardian. Jock will release his fourth novel, Preservation, in November 2018.

When

Location

Mechanics Institute, Great Ocean Road , Apollo Bay 3233

Contact

Pete Mawhinney

0409 923 366

info@apollobaywritersfestival.com

https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/warm-winter-words-2018-tickets-47406903324?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

5:30pm @ The Community Garden, next to the Leisure Centre and pool in Costin Street

ALL WELCOME!

Food Swaps are local gatherings where people swap excess home grown produce and gardening extras.

Items may include fruit, jars, home made goods, vegetables, herbs, eggs, seeds, seedlings, gardening tips and worm juice, but may easily extend to skills shares, stories and seasonal recipes.

If you dont have anything to swap please feel free to drop in and say Hi! & check out what this event is all about!

Friday, 02 November 2018 | 12:30 PM to 01:00 PM

Armistice Living Tribute recognizes the 100 year anniversary of the Armistice.  Colac Otway Shire in conjunction with the Colac RSL and the Colac City Band invite you to come along and enjoy this interactive performance.

The performance tells the story of the brave military musicians who, from 1914 to 1967 were also stretcher-bearers and medics. 

The show highlights the significance of the Armistice and how the end of WWI was both a celebration and a time for reflection. 

When

Friday, 02 November 2018 | 12:30 PM - 01:00 PM

Saturday, 03 November 2018 | 02:30 PM - 03:00 PM

Location

Memorial Square, 117 Main Street, Colac 3250

The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe

Saturday, 03 November 2018 | 05:45 PM to 08:00 PM

The Lion, The Witch & The WardrobeAn open air, walking theatre experience! An incredible all child cast bring this classic tale to life in a creative & organic way

LOCATION

Colac Botanical Gardens
1 Fyans Street, Colac, VICTORIA 3250 

Georgie Leersen - 0415728912 / actandimagine@gmail.com / www.actandimagine.com.au

$12 ADULTS / KIDS FREE / Book on www.trybooking.com/YIDX

When

Saturday, 03 November 2018 | 05:45 PM - 08:00 PM

Location

Colac Botanic Garden, 1 Fyans Street, Colac 3250

The weekly Apollo Bay market is an excellent opportunity for a pleasant morning with quality handmade wares, conversation, coffee from nearby cafes and the beach all on offer. Apollo Bay Market stall holders are from the local area, making or growing what they sell.

www.visitapollobay.com

Location

Apollo Bay Foreshore, Foreshore Reserve, Apollo Bay 3233  View Map

29 Great Ocean Road, Apollo Bay, VIC 3233

Come down to the Brewhouse for a big night with Trojan Band. Trojan is Geelong, Melbourne and the Surf Coast’s premier cover band. Formed in 2005, Trojan continually plays to amazed crowds around Geelong, the Surf Coast and Melbourne.

Trojan is the product of the combined musical experience of such leading cover bands as Propaganda, Reil Diamond, 3am, The Message and Superlove. This electric combination has lead to an amazing mix of musical talents. See a Trojan live show and prepare to be blown away.

Trojan started as a two piece duo and rapidly expanded to a full four piece band consisting of member and founder Simon Hageman on rhythm guitar and lead vocals, Paul Santospirito on lead guitar and vocals, Kade Turner on bass and vocals and Brad Dawson on drums and vocals.

Trojan is a band where every member shines. They have the rare combination of all four members being incredible vocalists and unparalleled musicians. Trojan’s signature four part harmonies will blow your mind. Audience members are often left wondering how a four-piece can sound so big. With the ability to captivate audiences with songs for all ages, Trojan always delivers a show that ROCKS.

Phone: 03 5237 6240
Email: info@gorbrewhouse.com.au
Website: Visit Website

Melbourne’s own purveyors of junkyard theatre Suitcase Royale present a tale of dastardly deeds and unfathomable adventure in their show titled Chronicles of a Sleepless Moon. Deliciously dark and exquisitely crafted, this is a funny, sad and surreal fairytale. The theatrical performance is followed by live band Royale Riot, who will finish the evening with a range of bent and broken rockabilly tunes featuring drums, grinding upright bass, cracking guitar and the twang of a banjo.

VENUE: Mechanics Hall Apollo Bay

Phone: (03) 5237 9240

Email: Trish@lightstation.com

Website: Visit Website

Zimbabwean born, Melbourne based soul singer, Thando, has been gracing stages around Australia with her electric presence and powerhouse vocals. 

Fresh from a sell-out show at the NGV, Thando has put Birregurra on her album launch tour. Join us in the beautiful town of Birregurra at the foothills of The Otways for an extraordinary night of grooves in the newly renovated Birregurra Hall.

Having just featured at BIGSOUND in Brisbane, Thando has won fans hearts nationwide through her mesmeric live performances. Securing coveted support slots with Odette on her recent sold out 12 date Australian tour, Leon Bridges on his Bluesfest sideshow, Sampa The Great, REMI and having wooed festival crowds at Strawberry Fields and her annual hometown, historically sold out Chapel off Chapel performances.

Catch Thando at the newly renovated Birregurra Hall. Bring your groove shoes and enjoy her stellar performance before she heads to entertain festival goers at Queenscliff Festival.

Friends of Otway National Park
Blanket Bay Rockpool Exploration

10am - 2pm

Meet at Blanket Bay day visitor car park.

Tea, coffee, bickies supplied.  BYO lunch.  All welcome.

Please contact Judi on (03) 5237 6318 or Pip on 0417 582 407 for further details and so we know how many people to expect.

See the Friends of Otway National Park page for further details.

29 Great Ocean Road, Apollo Bay, VIC 3233

Have you got talent? Bring along your skills, voice, jokes, instrument of choice and take the stage and show punters what you are made of. The Brewhouse are very excited to discover Apollo Bay's hidden talents.

The Great Ocean Road Brewhouse specialises in locally brewed craft beer, as well as ales from around Australia and the globe. The Brewhouse can cater for large or small groups and offers beer and wine tasting, hand-crafted produce from the Great Ocean Road and Otway regions, delicious meals featuring local products, a seaside beer garden, and a family-friendly atmosphere.

Phone: 03 5237 6240
Email: info@gorbrewhouse.com.au
Website: Visit Website

04 NOV 2018

09:00AM

04 NOV 2018

02:00PM

Manifold Street, Camperdown, VIC 3260

Held on the historic avenue of Camperdown's Manifold Street, the Camperdown Rotary Market is held on the first Sunday of each month. The market offers opportunity to browse and buy home made goods including cakes, produce, plants, clothing and novelties. 

Top this off with the opportunity to climb the Gothic style clock tower to inspect the clock mechanism and enjoy the panoramic views of our historic town before heading to the heritage centre to learn more about the area and its fascinating history.

Phone: 03 5593 1104

29 Great Ocean Road, Apollo Bay, VIC 3233

You are invited to the Great Ocean Road Brewhouse to celebrate Melbourne Cup with Jade and Jarrod playing on the deck between 12:00pm to 6:00pm. There will be a gin pop-up bar in the beer garden to serve you your favourite gin tonics.

Situated on the Great Ocean Road in Apollo Bay where the hills meet the ocean. The Great Ocean Road Brewhouse is a craft beer haven with over 100 craft beers on offer. Beer, wine and cider tastings available in the tasting room along with fabulous regional produce.

Dine in the award-winning bistro with a family-friendly atmosphere and a delicious menu that has something to suit everyone. Live weekend entertainment and Sports bar. Warm yourself by the fire or enjoy the beer garden with ocean views. Open seven days. Free Wi-Fi available.

Phone: 03 5237 6240
Email: info@gorbrewhouse.com.au
Website: Visit Website

Anglican Church, Nelson Street , Apollo Bay 3233 VIC

Featuring The Otway Ukaholics and Seasonal Singers.

$10 ($8 conc.) entry - proceeds to the Apollo Bay Aquatic Centre

Supper available - proceeds to Apollo Bay P-12 College International Trip

10 NOV 2018

08:30PM

10 NOV 2018

11:30PM

29 Great Ocean Road, Apollo Bay, VIC 3233

Visit the Great Ocean Road Brewhouse for a great night of free live music with Matt Orchard.

The Great Ocean Road Brewhouse specialises in locally brewed craft beer, as well as ales from around Australia and the globe. The Brewhouse can cater for large or small groups and offers beer and wine tasting, hand-crafted produce from the Great Ocean Road and Otway regions, delicious meals featuring local products, a seaside beer garden, and a family-friendly atmosphere.

Phone: 03 5237 6240
Email: info@gorbrewhouse.com.au
Website: Visit Website

Birregurra Sunday Markets 2018/2019 Season

The market is every 2nd Sunday of the month [9am-2pm] in the Birregurra Park (in the warmer months):

* Sunday 11 November 2018
* Sunday 9 December 2018
* Sunday 13 January 2019
* Sunday 10 February 2019
* Sunday 10 March 2019
* Sunday 14 April 2019 and ...
* a special Easter Market will happen on Sunday 21 April 2019

Birregurra Park, 35 Main Street, Birregurra 3242

On Sunday 11 November 2018 at 2:00pm

LOCATION

Venue address provided the week of the event.
Located approx 3kms outside of the township of Birregurra, Birregurra, VIC 3242

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A singer dances within, a dancer sings within.

Parvyn Singh is both, and exudes a seemingly effortless grace and purity in her movement and voice. Sunday 11th November 2.30 pm Tickets: $30 at Cow Lick Bookshop, Cororooke Shop

Morning Music - Great Songs of the War Years

Monday, 12 November 2018 | 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Promac Productions presents

Great Songs of the War Years

November 11, 2018 marks the 100th anniversary of the end of World War 1, the “war to end all wars”.

To commemorate this occasion, Promac Productions bring their highly acclaimed Great Songs Of The War Years to Colac.

Join us in remembrance and enjoy the songs and stories from this period and other significant times of war in the twentieth century.

Concentrating predominately on the popular songs of WW1, this production has assembled a fine cast of six, led by sensational tenor Roy Best, music theatre star Jaz Flowers, international soprano Alison Jones and Opera Australia mezzo Caroline Vercoe.

Chris McKenna will be narrating, with musical direction by Len Vorster on piano.

WW2 and The Vietnam War will also be remembered with more songs and stories, including special tributes to the Andrew Sisters and Dame Vera Lynn.

All of this will be performed with a backdrop of powerful war images on the big screen.

Venue: Auditorium

Date/Time: Monday November 12 at 11am

Running time: 80 minutes, no interval

All tickets $23

Free morning tea served from 10am in the Foyer

Proudly Sponsored by Colac Herald & Arundell, Murray and Ryan, Barristers and Solicitors.

 Location

COPACC - Colac Otway Performing Arts and Cultural Centre, 95-97 Gellibrand Street, Colac 3250

16 NOV 2018

18 NOV 2018

1080 Old Ocean Road, Princetown, VIC 3269

Loch Hart Music Festival is a new boutique music festival in Princetown, Victoria - a small scenic town on the Great Ocean Road. The inaugural festival will run from 16 to 18 November, with the intention of the festival becoming an annual event. 

Loch Hart brings a diverse lineup of up and coming talent to a regional area of Victoria. Additional to the lineup is everything they envisage to be important to a modern-day festival, including a location of natural beauty where punters can road-trip to, a lineup that focuses on gender equality, a festival hub that supports local vendors and suppliers with activities that emphasise mental health and mindfulness.

This is a a BYO event to create a relaxed atmosphere, with green initiatives so the festival is sustainable and environmentally friendly.

Come enjoy lazy days, happy nights and watch the sun dip into the sea. The music will fill your ears, the sea spray will cool you down and the sunsets will soothe the soul.

Phone: 0410 172 083
Email: admin@lochhart.com
Website: Visit Website

Twelfth Night is a classic, reinterpreted for modern audiences by the acclaimed Essential Theatre who are best known for Shakespeare in the Vines. Telling a beautiful tale of unrequited love through a high spirited and clever comedy, audiences will understand Shakespeare in a different light. This performance will be delivered outdoors in the natural, scenic environs of the Otway Fly at twilight and is suitable for audiences of all ages.

There will be food and beverages available from the café. Please note, there is strictly no BYO alcohol.

You are advised to dress appropriately for all-weather, and feel free to bring a blanket or your own seat as there will be limited seating available.

Your ticket will give you access to a guided tree-top walk at twilight. Gates open at 5:00pm.

360 Phillips Track, Beech Forest, VIC 3237

Phone: 03 5235 9200

Email: admin@otwayfly.com.au

Website: Visit Website

17 NOV 2018

08:30PM

17 NOV 2018

11:30PM

29 Great Ocean Road, Apollo Bay, VIC 3233

It would be a generalisation to group Queenscliff’s Alister Turrill with other young roots players. His playing style blends a true form of blues with complex song writing seldom seen.

Alister Turrill has shared the stage with Jeff Lang, Geoff Achison and Lloyd Spiegel on several occasions and has supported the likes of Charlie Parr (US), Tim Rogers, Ash Grunwald, Kim Churchill, Steve Smyth, Tim Freedman and Shane Howard.

Situated on the Great Ocean Road in Apollo Bay where the hills meet the ocean, the Great Ocean Road Brewhouse is a craft beer haven with over 100 craft beers on offer. Beer, wine and cider tastings are available in the tasting room along with fabulous regional produce. Dine in their award-winning bistro with a family-friendly atmosphere and a delicious menu that has something to suit everyone. Warm yourself by the fire or enjoy the beer garden with ocean views. Open seven days. Free Wi-Fi available.

Phone: 03 5237 6240
Email: info@gorbrewhouse.com.au
Website: Visit Website

Colac Sunday Market at the Showgrounds

Come along to the new Colac Market at the Showgrounds supporting the Colac community.  Enjoy a huge variety of market stallholders from a wide area of our region.  Plenty of parking available around the showgrounds. 

When

Sunday, 18 November 2018 | 10:00 AM - 03:00 PM

Sunday, 16 December 2018 | 10:00 AM - 03:00 PM

Location

Colac Showgrounds, Cnr Princes Highway & Bruce Street, Colac 3250

19 - 21 Moore Street, Apollo Bay, Victoria

Third Sunday of the month 9am-1pm

Come and enjoy the market atmosphere; shop for your groceries in a relaxed environment, meet the producers face to face to chat about their wares and feel good knowing that you are supporting local businesses.

The market offers fabulously fresh local produce including: wine, cheese, meat, freshly baked bread, fruit, vegetables, honey, salami, cakes, organic tea, coffee, cordials, preserves, olives & oil, wool, plants, ice cream a dry store food co-op and lots more.

Sunday, 18 November 2018 | 09:00 AM - 01:00 PM

Sunday, 16 December 2018 | 09:00 AM - 01:00 PM

Sunday, 20 January 2019 | 09:00 AM - 01:00 PM

Sunday, 17 February 2019 | 09:00 AM - 01:00 PM

Sunday, 17 March 2019 | 09:00 AM - 01:00 PM

Sunday, 21 April 2019 | 09:00 AM - 01:00 PM

Sunday, 19 May 2019 | 09:00 AM - 01:00 PM

Sunday, 16 June 2019 | 09:00 AM - 01:00 PM

23 NOV 2018

08:30PM

23 NOV 2018

11:30PM

29 Great Ocean Road, Apollo Bay, VIC 3233

After many successful gigs at the Queenscliff Brewhouse, Ziggy is now coming to Apollo Bay. Come and Jiggy with Ziggy. Great Live Music Vibes that will have you wanting to get up and dance. This is a free event.

Situated on the Great Ocean Road in Apollo Bay where the hills meet the ocean, the Great Ocean Road Brewhouse is a craft beer haven with over 100 craft beers on offer. Beer, wine and cider tastings are available in the tasting room along with fabulous regional produce. Dine in their award-winning bistro with a family-friendly atmosphere and a delicious menu that has something to suit everyone. Warm yourself by the fire or enjoy the beer garden with ocean views. Open seven days. Free Wi-Fi available.

Phone: 03 5237 6240
Email: info@gorbrewhouse.com.au
Website: Visit Website

This year on the 24 November, former Concertmaster of the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra performs alongside four of her colleagues, the popular group Wilma and Friends, live in the Otways.

Listen to this spectacular live concert amongst the vines at Otway Estate Winery and Brewery. The program includes works by Beethoven, Brahms and Mendelssohn and is musical chemistry that has become a special feature.

As an optional extra, there is a Taste and Talk Q and A Session in the Brewery. The brewers and wine makers will explain the process and ingredients we use to create the final product you love. Enjoy a few samples along the way too.

Please come prepared to enjoy our unique setting, as an outdoor performance, picnic style, feel free to bring your chairs and embrace spring (maybe bring some jumpers, blankets). Otway Estate is an all weather venue. If the weather is not kind, they will set up inside.

Do not forget to pre-order your delicious local dinner hamper for $25, prepared by local caters Sorella Foods for the evening. Vegetarian option available.

Pre-show drinks will be available. Welcome drink and canapés on arrival package $20 per person.

Please note: BYO alcohol is not permitted.

10 Hoveys Road, Barongarook West, VIC 3249

Phone: 03 5233 8400

Email: info@otwayestate.com.au

Website: Visit Website

24 NOV 2018

08:30PM

24 NOV 2018

11:30PM

29 Great Ocean Road, Apollo Bay, VIC 3233

The Hornets feature some of the country’s well known and respected musicians. Singer-songwriter Craig Horne together with guitarist Jeff Burstin from Jo Jo Zep and the Falcons and the Black Sorrows, is joined by guitarist Wayne Burt also from Jo Jo Zep and the Black Sorrows, Wayne Duncan from Daddy Cool on bass, Chris Tabone from the Bad Loves on drums and Bruce Haymes on keyboards from the Paul Kelly and Renee Geyer bands. The Hornets are considered to be one of Australia’s leading blues and roots bands.

Situated on the Great Ocean Road in Apollo Bay where the hills meet the ocean, the Great Ocean Road Brewhouse is a craft beer haven with over 100 craft beers on offer. Beer, wine and cider tastings are available in the tasting room along with fabulous regional produce. Dine in their award-winning bistro with a family-friendly atmosphere and a delicious menu that has something to suit everyone. Live weekend entertainment and sports bar. Warm yourself by the fire or enjoy the beer garden with ocean views. Open seven days. Free Wi-Fi available.

Phone: 03 5237 6240
Email: info@gorbrewhouse.com.au
Website: Visit Website

The Kitchen Garden Experience
11am - 2pm, Sunday 25th November

Have you ever wondered what those lucky kids get to do in the Stephanie Alexander program? Have you been put to shame by a 9 year old with a nuanced understanding of culinary herbs and better knife skills than you?

Local produce and crafts market including fresh produce, berries, jewellery, cheeses and knitted goods. 

Location

Echidna House, Kawarren East Road, Gellibrand 3233  View Map