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Whittlesea Show celebrates150 years – p8-9

Rolling onRolling onWhittlesea Show celebrates150 years – p8-9

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Whittlesea inNovember...

Special activities and memorabilia will feature when the Whittlesea Show celebrates its 150th anniversary this year. It’s on Friday, November 6, to Sunday, November 8, at the Whittlesea Showgrounds. Horse-drawn vehicles, the main means of transport for many years, will take centre stage while special classes in all areas with a touch of yesteryear will be included, along with historical photos and commemorative merchandise.The usual show jumping, wood chopping competition, food expo, carnival rides, show bags, stage entertainment and more will be there. The show is open Saturday 9am-7pm and Sunday 9am-5pm. Entry $5 adults, $3 kids 6-14 years.

Whittlesea Show at Whittlesea Showgrounds, Yea Rd, Whittlesea (Melway 24 J7). Details: 9716 835 or www.whittleseashow.org.au

Some of Melbourne’s most exciting jazz outfi ts will be part of a swinging afternoon and evening of jazz in the park at the Hawkstowe picnic area in South Morang on Sunday, November 15, 3-7pm. Among the performances, St Monica’s College’s Senior Jazz Combo will team with St Monica’s Vocal Ensemble, while Out For The Count Swing Band and Cheek To Cheek Trio will also be on stage. At Hawkstowe Picnic Area, Plenty Gorge Park, Gordons Rd, South Morang (Melway 183 H8). Free parking, local food and beverages or BYO picnic gear. Entry $2 each. Pre-booked group of 10 or more $10. Contact: 9217 2333.

With about 17 families a week moving into the City of Whittlesea, it’s little wonder it is host to a homes expo focused on sustainable living and the environment. At the Sustainable Homes Expo you can see a range of new products including the latest designs in solar hot water systems, lighting, heating, double glazing, insulation, water tanks and pumps. Experts will answer all of your questions about the products on display, plus specialists in sustainable gardening, water recycling and energy conservation will provide guidance. The expo is on November 22, from 10am-5pm at the council offi ces in South Morang. Admission is free.

The St Francis Family Fair will be held on November 29. It’s at the St Francis of Assisi Parish school (next to the Stables shopping centre in Childs Rd, Mill Park) from 10am to 4pm. Details: St Francis of Assisi parish 9407 3190.

Each year on the last weekend in November, the Whittlesea and Northern District Art Show offers an exhibition and sale of works by prominent local and visiting artists. It’s held at the Mechanics Hall in Forest St, Whittlesea (Melway 246 G9).Details: 9715 1665.

Robbie Williams Tribute Show. The show is at Plenty Ranges Art and Convention Centre from 8pm on Saturday, November 7. Tickets: $25. Details: www.plentyrangestheatre.com.au

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Whittlesea inDecember...

Unite the community spirit with song. With performances by the Community Choir, Diamond Valley Brass Band and numerous local dance and performance groups, the annual Carols by Candlelight will be held at Mill Park’s Redleap Reserve on Friday, December 11, from 7-10pm. The free event can be enjoyed by the whole family. Special guests include Santa and his Christmas elves. Food and complimentary candles are available throughout the night. Redleap Reserve, Mill Park (Melway 9 K4).

A huge show for the children is on at the Plenty Ranges Art and Convention Centre on December 2 at 10am and 12.30pm. Get along to see Dorothy the Dinosaur’s Rockin’ Christmas. Join Dorothy the Dinosaur and her friends Captain Feathersword, Wags the Dog and Henry the Octopus as Dorothy meets the man in red from the North Pole in a new live show. Details: www.plentyrangestheatre.com.au

Whittlesea inJanuary...

Celebrate Australia Day on the lawns of the Whittlesea Council offi ces, with family entertainment and musical performances. This is a great time to welcome new citizens and honour local citizens with the presentation of the Australia Day Awards. It kicks off at 6pm and fi nishes at about 9pm with a fi reworks display. Admission is free. Details: [email protected]

The Raspberry Fair in Tooheys Rd, Pheasant Creek (Melway 10 N1) will be held on the second Sunday in January. It features children’s entertainment, pick your own raspberries, market stalls, live music and wine. A small admission fee applies. Details: 5786 5360 or [email protected]

Thomastown Trash & Treasure MarketWhere: Cnr Wood St and Settlement Rd, Thomastown (Melway 9 B11).When: Every Sunday 8am-4pm. Contact: 9465 5523 (AH).

Whittlesea Community MarketWhere: Whittlesea Showgrounds Yea Rd, Whittlesea (Melway 246 J7).When: Third Saturday of each month 8am-1pm. Contact: 0419 357 395.

Mernda Trash & Treasure and Stock MarketWhere: Bridge Inn Hotel Cnr Bridge Inn Rd and Plenty Rd, Mernda (Melway 244 G10). When: Mondays 7am-1pm.Contact: 9717 3404.

Laurimar Open Air Market Where: Wetlands at Hazel Glen Drive, Laurimar, Doreen (Melway 391 G6).When: First Sunday of each month

9am -1pm. Contact: Innes 9717 4223 or Laurimar 9717 7000.

The Bundoora Park Children’s Farm is open seven days a week, 10am-4.30pm, except for Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day. It features a new visitors and interpretative centre in the 180ha recreation park surrounding Mt Cooper. There is also an 18-hole golf course, children’s farm, scenic drive and Cooper’s Settlement, including a heritage village farm, wildlife reserve and a cafe. It’s at 1069 Plenty Rd, Bundoora (Melway 19 F4). Details: www.bundoorapark.com.au.

Funfi elds, in Plenty Rd, Whittlesea (Melway 246 E10). It includes toboggans, go-karts, waterslides, mini golf, electric bumper boats and more. Open 10am on weekends, public holidays and school holidays. Details: www.funfi elds.com.au

Fantasy World in Abruzzo Cres, Thomastown (Melway 8 J10), is a family entertainment centre with interative rides, miniature railway and giant infl atable slide. It is open daily, 10am-4pm Tuesday to Friday and10am-5pm on weekends. Details: www.fwforkids.com.au

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