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Giant Games at the PoP-UP ParkGiant snakes and ladders, jenga, connect four and other games available every Monday and Friday.Where: Tarwin Pop-Up ParkTarwin Street, MorwellStarts: 10.00 amContact: Sheree on 0417 571 303

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story time in the ParkCome along to story time every Monday and share the wonderful and sometimes wacky world of books. The sessions are aimed at children aged between 3 - 5 years old. Please note: if weather is bad story time will be moved to the Morwell Library.Where: Tarwin Pop-Up ParkTarwin Street, MorwellStarts: 10.30 amContact: Sheree on 0417 571 303

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Free yoGa Classes with insPired wellness morwellCome and try Yoga with Inspired Wellness Morwell. BYO mat if you have one - some mats will be provided.Where: Tarwin Pop-Up ParkTarwin Street, MorwellStarts: 1.00 pmContact: Sheree on 0417 571 303

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art in the ParkFree art classes for all ages, aimed to get creative and learn some new art skills. Collage activity: source material from old magazines, books and other found material scrap and buttons, will be used to cover recycled op shop paintings in frames creating mixed media images that may be displayed in park.Where: Tarwin Pop-Up ParkTarwin Street, MorwellStarts: 3.30 pmContact: Sheree on 0417 571 303

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morwell – 2016/17 draFt BUdGet inFormation sessionWe know that budgets can be complex and confusing but we want our community to be free to ask questions about the process and the content of our 2016/17 draft budget.Where: Latrobe City Council Headquarters141 Commercial Road, MorwellStarts: 5.30 pmContact: Latrobe City on 1300 367 700

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st PaUl’s anGliCan Grammar sChool – oPen dayCome along and experience what St Paul’s has to offer at their Open Day event.Where: St Paul’s Anglican Grammar School Traralgon46 Cross’s Road, TraralgonStarts: 2.00 pmContact: Paula on 5623 5833

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traralGon – 2016/17 draFt BUdGet inFormation sessionWe know that budgets can be complex and confusing but we want our community to be free to ask questions about the process and the content of our 2016/17 draft budget.Where: Traralgon Library38 Kay Street, TraralgonStarts: 5.30 pmContact: Latrobe City on 1300 367 700

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moe – 2016/17 draFt BUdGet inFormation sessionWe know that budgets can be complex and confusing but we want our community to be free to ask questions about the process and the content of our 2016/17 draft budget.Where: Moe Library32 Kirk Street, MoeStarts: 5.30 pmContact: Latrobe City on 1300 367 700

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disney’s the little mermaidBased on one of Hans Christian Anderson’s most beloved stories and the classic animated film, Disney’s The Little Mermaid is a hauntingly beautiful love story for the ages. Performance times vary; please contact Latrobe Performing Arts for more information.Where: Latrobe Performing Arts CentreCnr Grey Street & Breed Street, TraralgonStarts: Multiple performance timesContact: Latrobe Performing Arts Centre Box Office on 5176 3333

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Friday FlinGKick off the weekend with live entertainment at Latrobe Regional Gallery!Where: Latrobe Regional Gallery138 Commercial Road, MorwellStarts: 5.30 pmContact: Nicole on 5128 5708

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Unityshine a liGht on road saFety - GiPPslandA fun and festive way to raise awareness about road safety and the support services available to those who have experienced road trauma, with children’s entertainers, the Strzelecki Stringbusters live band, car and motorbike displays, emergency services displays including ‘Bronto’ the CFA’s 49m ladder truck, photo booths, jumping castle, face painting and refreshments.Where: Traralgon Recreation ReserveWhittakers Road, TraralgonStarts: 6.00 pmContact: Heidi on 5172 2650

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50 mile Farmers market - traralGonThe Traralgon 50 Mile Farmers Market is an event drawing local producers within a 50 mile radius, gathering and maintaining a local fresh food network.Where: VRI HallQueens Parade, TraralgonStarts: 8.00 amContact: Joh on 0419 568 772

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emBroiderers GUild demonstrationMembers of the local Embroiderers Guild will demonstrate techniques used in the exhibition - Joyful and Triumphant.Where: Latrobe Regional Gallery138 Commercial Road, MorwellStarts: 11.00 amContact: Nicole on 5128 5708

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mother’s day ClassiC walk A walk to support Breast Cancer research, includes 6km walk from Traralgon to Glengarry and 9 km Toongabbie to Glengarry. Registrations required online at www.mothersdayclassic.com.au.Where: Burnets Road, Traralgon & Toongabbie Fire Station, Main Street, Toongabbie.Starts: 9.00 am for 9km, 10.00 am for 6km.Contact: Karen on 0467 030 791

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art in the ParkFree art classes for all ages, aimed to get creative and learn some new art skills. Scanner/portrait activity: participants will take photographs of themselves and their environment, which will be printed on site. Together we will cut out selected shapes. For example, eyes, mouths and images from nature. The selected images will be placed on participant’s faces and pressed directly on the scanner bed where they are scanned and printed on site.Where: Tarwin Pop-Up ParkTarwin Street, MorwellStarts: 3.30 pmContact: Sheree on 0417 571 303

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GiPPsland homexPo leisUreFest roadshowThe expo that has it all! Exhibitors will bring displays that include decor and homewares, landscape and plants, home entertainment, do it yourself home improvements and demonstrations, ideas for renovations, interior design, pools and spas, caravans, boats, 4WD’s and campers.Where: Moe Racing Club & Apex ParkWaterloo Road, MoeStarts: 10.00 amContact: Jeff on 0411 123 571

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is it well with yoUr soUl – soUP kitChenCome and meet the staff of the Morwell Soup Kitchen as Mike Raiter (internationally recognised speaker) shares a five minute word of hope and encouragement whilst enjoying a free hot meal.Where: Morwell Christian Community Church5 McDonald Street, MorwellStarts: 5.30 pmContact: Peter on 0412 967 008

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is it well with yoUr soUl – yoUth rallyMike Raiter (internationally recognised speaker) and Mark Bateman (Chaplain at Sports Chaplaincy Australia Inc) will present an encouraging and great night for young people to hear that hope is real and tangible in this world that is losing hope to cynicism and pain.Where: Morwell Eternity Church69 Princess Way, MorwellStarts: 7.30 pmContact: Daniel on 0438 892 907

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is it well with yoUr soUl – men’s BreakFastMike Raiter (internationally recognised speaker) and Make Batemen (Chaplain to Sports Chaplaincy Australia Inc) will be speaking especially to men to identify some reasons for this gender imbalance, and how the message of hope and faith can help men overcome suicide.Where: Morwell Christian Community Church5 McDonald Street, MorwellStarts: 8.00 amContact: Peter on 0412 967 008

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50 mile Farmers market - morwellThe 50 Mile Farmers Market is an event drawing local producers within a 50 mile radius, gathering and maintaining a local fresh food network.Where: Tarwin Street, MorwellStarts: 8.00 amContact: Emmet from ReActivate Latrobe Valley on 0476 045 892

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reh Cork ClUB traralGon CraFt market REH Cork Club Craft Market is a craft market which has around 100 stalls; everything is home-made, home grown and home sewn. Enjoy music, buskers, local shops and gardens and jumping castle.Where: Kay Street GardensKay Street, TraralgonStarts: 9.00 amContact: Chris on 0487 342 675

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sUiCide awareness traininGPresented by Mark Batemen (Chaplain to Sports Chaplaincy Australia Inc), come and hear how you as a friend, father, mother, brother or sister can identify the warning signs of suicide and what you can do to help prevent such a tragic loss of life.Where: Morwell Christian Community Church5 McDonald Street, MorwellStarts: 12.30 pmContact: Peter on 0412 967 008

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Unityis it well with yoUr soUl – PUBliC rallyCome and hear Tim Costello the CEO of World Vision share his insights into the growing rate of suicide in the Lucky Country, and Mike Raiter as he speaks on the inspirational true story behind Horatio Spafford’s classic song ’It is well with my Soul’.Where: Champagnat Centre, Lavalla Catholic CollegeGrey Street, TraralgonStarts: 7.00 pmContact: Peter on 0412 967 008

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is it well with yoUr soUl – eFFeCtive CommUniCation oF the GosPelMike Raiter (internationally recognised speaker of the Christian faith) will be sharing his insights and skills in how to communicate a message of hope to a despairing world.Where: Morwell Presbyterian ChurchChurch Street, MorwellStarts: 1.30 pmContact: Peter on 0412 967 008

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moe raCinG ClUB midweek raCinGMidweek racing at Moe has free gate entry with member’s room and lawn area reserved for members only however there are indoor and outdoor public areas with full bar and tote facilities.Where: Moe Racing ClubWaterloo Road, MoeStarts: 11.00 amContact: Madison on 5120 1323

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latroBe’s BiGGest ever Blokes BBQAll-inclusive day of entertainment to increase awareness and fund research for prostate cancer.Where: Kernot HallPrincess Drive, MorwellStarts: 11.00 amEmail: latrobebbq@lvexpress.com.auPhone: 0412 747 476 or 0412 527 146

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Pets in the valley exPoPets in the Valley Expo will be a chance for the community to learn more about responsible pet ownership in a relaxed environment. There will be amusements, information stalls, demos, visiting vets and other fun activities.Where: Old Gippstown Moe211 Lloyd Street, MoeStarts: 9.00 amContact: Latrobe City on 1300 367 700

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2016 viCtorian veterans Badminton toUrnamentAnnual State Badminton Tournament, with over 350 competitors from across the state competing.Where: Latrobe Leisure Traralgon Sports StadiumCatterick Crescent, TraralgonStarts: 9.00 amContact: Ruth on 0428 550 972

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aUstralia national day oF thanksGivinGA celebration to honour those in the Moe/Newborough community who have made a difference in our lives through the various areas of Health Care.Where: Yallourn Golf ClubGolf Links Road, NewboroughStarts: 8.00 amContact: Valerie on 5127 6973

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aFternoon oF triviaAn afternoon of trivia to support kids with Beckwith-Wiedemann Syndrome. General knowledge questions, as well as sports, music and science questions. Drinks at bar prices, snacks and finger food provided.Where: Latrobe Valley Hotel179 Princess Drive, MorwellStarts: 2.00 pmContact: Stuart on 0474 783 343

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latroBe City literary FestivalCalling all Gippsland writers and readers. Come to our first literary festival and enjoy author talks, book sales and signings, panel discussion, creative writing workshop, Writers Victoria stall and more.Where: Traralgon Library34 Kay Street, TraralgonStarts: 10.00 amContact: Deb on 1300 367 700

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hiPPo hiPPo! a BiG new mUsiCal adventUreBased on the books written by Hazel Edwards and illustrated by Deborah Niland, this production will make you laugh and maybe even make you cry, but most of all, it will steal your heart away!Where: Latrobe Performing Arts CentreCnr Grey Street & Breed Street, TraralgonStarts: 6.30 pmContact: Latrobe Performing Arts Centre Box Office on 5176 3333

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FREE COMMUNITY FESTIVAL6pm - 8:30pm Friday 6 May 2016Traralgon Showgrounds

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Shine a Light on Road SafetyGippsland | Friday 6 May 2016

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commitment to road safety

FEATURING • TRANSFORMERS

Watch Optimus Prime and Bumblebee’s dance-off!

• Live music by the Strzelecki Stringbusters

• Car and motorbike displays • Traralgon CFA’s ‘Bronto’

ladder truck • Emergency services displays • Traralgon Lions Club barbecue • Jumping castle and face

painting fun• Refreshments available for

purchase.

Gold coin donation for photos with the Transformers, fire truck, jumping castle and face painting.

Transformers will start their show at 6.45pm. Followed at 7pm with a ceremony to light up the night with glow sticks and headlights to raise awareness about road safety.

FOR THE LATEST FESTIVAL INFORMATIONFollow us on Facebook facebook.com/rtssv/ Follow us on Instagram instagram.com/rtssv/Hastag #shinealightonroadsafetyVisit our website www.rtssv.org.au

Proudly presented by Road Trauma Support Services Victoria and

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8:30pm

Join in the fun with Circus Oz! Come along and learn some fun circus skills, including: juggling • plate spinning • acro-balance and human pyramids • handstands and tumbling

hula-hooping and more!

All ages and abilities welcome. Register NOW! Spots limited.Tarwin Pop-Up Park , Corner Tarwin Street & Commercial Road, Morwell

For more information contact Sheree on 5128 5434 or 1300 367 700 or email sheree.callenberg@latrobe.vic.gov.au

www.latrobe.vic.gov.au/tarwinpark

Thursday 5 May4.00 pm - 5.30 pm

Saturday 7 May

9.00 am - 10.00 am 10.15 am - 11.15 am11.30 am - 12.30 pm

Thursday 12 May4.00 pm - 5.30 pm

Saturday 14 May9.00 am - 10.00 am

10.15 am - 11.15 am11.30 am - 12.30 pm

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CIRCUS CONNECTCome ‘n’ Try workshop

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SATURDAY 21 MAY 2016 9AM TO 2PM, GOLD COIN ENTRY

PROGRAMPut your best paw forward and enter your pooch in one of our fun competitions or watch one of our expert demonstrations.

9.30am Gippsland Obedience Dog Club – Agility

10am Jane’s Dog Training Competition – Waggliest Tail

10.30am Gippsland Obedience Dog Club – Obedience

11am Jane’s Dog Training Competition – Best Costume

11.30am Gippsland Obedience Dog Club – Agility

12pm Jane’s Dog Training Competition – Best Smile

12.30pm Gippsland Obedience Dog Club – Scent Demo

1pm Jane’s Dog Training Competition – Best Trick

1.30pm Gippsland Obedience Dog Club – Obedience

All breeds or dog welcome to enter. Prizes will be awarded. We’re looking forward to seeing you and your pets at the event, but please ensure animals are fully vaccinated and kept on a leash at all times or enclosed. You are responsible for your pet.

For more information please contact 1300 367 700 or visit www.latrobe.vic.gov.au/PetExpo

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