Discover what there is to see and do while visiting our magnificent region! The professional staff at the

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Booking Centre offer assistance

with information on the many

attractions, accommodation

venues and cruises to enjoy.

Browse through the

permanent interactive

exhibition and learn about the

region’s history dating back to

the Aboriginal inhabitants of

the land. View the Centre’s

theatrette which constantly

runs fascinating images on the

big screen reflecting the

history and vibrancy of the

region. The Gift Shop offers a

wide range of souvenirs and

quality locally handcrafted

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special.

Hours of operation:

Monday to Friday

9am− 5:30pm

Saturday, Sunday

& Public Holidays

9am− 5pm

SUNRAYSIA FARMERS MARKET Saturday 5, 8am-1pm, Jaycee Park, Hugh King Drive, Mildura

Sunraysia Farmers Market provides the platform that links good food direct from the region’s genuine producers with community. Indulge the senses, taste, wander and unwind as you discover a range of superb locally grown, seasonal fresh produce and home made goodies. Take the time to enjoy breakfast made from the market’s produce as well. With plenty of parking, and playgrounds nearby, it’s perfect for families. For more information go to

MILDURA HARNESS RACING NIGHT MEETING Wednesday 2, Mildura Harness Recreation Reserve, 12th Street

Gates open at 5pm and racing starts at approx. 6.30pm. Adults $10, Pensioners $5 and Under 18 free when accompanied by an adult, otherwise $2.

For more information contact Tim Scala on 0411 044 021.

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AUTUMN ART EXHIBITION BY MILDURA ART GROUP Tuesday 1 May 29, Open every day except Wednesday 10am-2pm, Riverfront Gallery, Hugh King Drive, Mildura

A delightful collection of mixed mediums reflecting contemporary and traditional styles of landscape, portraiture and innovative expressions.

All works for sale, layby and eftpos welcome.

Open every day from 10am-2pm except Wednesday

Working gallery Tuesday and Saturday 10am-2pm

Life Drawing 1st Saturday each month 2pm-5pm contact Karen on 0434 900 371.

New members welcome.

Admission is free.

More information contact Peta Collett, President Riverfront Gallery/ Art Group on 0427 291 461 or Gill Marshall on 0448 347 546.

CIRCUS OZ Wednesday 2, 7.30-9.30pm, Mildura Arts Centre, 199 Cureton Avenue, Mildura

Model Citizens seamlessly blends the risk and beauty of breathtaking physical improbability with theatricality, choreography and Circus Oz’s distinct brand of Australian humour.

Stunningly lit and driven by a sensational live music soundtrack, Model Citizens unfolds within a cleverly designed model-kit world that challenges perspective, scale and concepts of normality.

In Model Citizens over-sized, everyday objects are used as unexpected circus equipment that create an intriguing new playground for the all-human ensemble.

Acrobats will back-flip off a giant vertical clothes peg, become tangled in an over-sized cotton reel, balance on a house of oversized collapsing cards and fly high in an enormous pair of aerial undies!

Exposing circus skills in unconventional ways, Model Citizens presents stunning group acrobatics with a twist.

Cost: Full $42, Concession $38, Under 18 $25, Family of 4 (2A/2C) $120, Group 5+ $35pp

Tickets available from: Mildura Arts Centre, phone 5018 8330 or Mildura Visitor Information Centre, phone 5018 8376 or in person. Online at www.milduraartscentre.com.au

Autumn Flower & Floral Design Show

AUTUMN FLOWER AND FLORAL DESIGN SHOW Saturday 12, 12.30-5pm—Sunday 14, 10am—4pm, Sunraysia Masonic Centre, 2091 Fifteenth Street, Irymple

Colourful and diverse exhibition of over 130 classes of locally grown flowers with sections for Open, Intermediate, and Novice levels of floral design by local and visiting exhibitors.

Autumn flowering roses, dahlias, chrysanthemums and a multitude of all locally grown flowers and creative floral designs are the highlight of this popular event.

In addition there is a large stall selling plants propagated by members of Sunraysia Garden Club from their own gardens and helpful growing advice..

Entries are invited from the public. Morning and afternoon teas are also available. Off road parking.

Cost: $4 admission

For further information contact Sunraysia Garden Club Inc on 5024 7330 or Dianne Dalla Santa on 0407 355 298.

WINGLESS SPRINTS 50 LAP FEATURE, STREET STOCKS TOP GUN FEATURE Saturday 12, 5-10pm, Timmis Speedway, Deakin Avenue, Mildura.

Get amongst the action and enjoy the thrills of watching drivers vie for $1500 first prize. Featuring hot laps prior to time trials, and then heats, to sort out the final 20 contenders for the main race.

Cost: Adults $20, Concession $15, Children 10-16 $5, Children Under 10 Free, Members discount $5

Fully catered—No BYO by Law

Contact Mildura Speedway Drivers Club on 0427 257 041 for more information or email office@milduraspeedway.com .

ART VAULT EXHIBITION OPENINGS—ANDRE SCHMIDT & ANITA LAURENCE Wednesday 2, 6-7pm, The Art Vault, 43 Deakin Avenue, Mildura

Two wonderful exhibitions will be on display this month.

Come see a fabulous collection of new paintings by local artist Andre Schmidt along side some of Anita Laurence's wonderful linocuts featuring much of our local landscape.

The Art Vault is open Monday 10am - 2pm, Tuesday - Closed, Wednesday to Friday 10am - 5pm, Saturday 10am - 3pm , Sunday-Closed .

For further information contact 5022 0013.

RED CLIFFS COUNTRY MARKET Sunday 6, 9am-1pm, Ilex St, Indi Ave & Barclay Square, Red Cliffs

Red Cliffs Market is just a short 15 minute drive from Mildura and offers over 100 stalls of fresh, seasonal ocal produce, crafts, bric-a-brac, gourmet delights, plants, jewellery, sausage sizzle and rides for the kids. Enjoy the live entertainment and pop up art galleries, and browse the local stores who also open for your convenience. A true community market which caters for all tastes.

For more information call 0458 907 226.

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RED CLIFFS HISTORICAL STEAM RAILWAY Sunday 6, 11am—4pm, Calder Highway and Millewa Road, Red Cliffs

The Red Cliffs Historical Steam Railway operates a steam train which has significant importance to Red Cliffs. Unique to Sunraysia it is the only tourist steam train in the area and one of the few small gauge railways throughout Australia. Come and enjoy a ride on an authentic steam train. Last train pulls out at 3.30pm.

For more information phone 0427 211 098

RED CLIFFS MILITARY MUSEUM Sunday 6, 10am-3.30pm, RSL, Jamieson Avenue, Red Cliffs

The Red Cliffs Military Museum has an extensive display of artefacts and memorabilia from the Boer War through to Vietnam and East Timor covering all services. Entry $2 for Adults with children free.

GOL GOL PUBLIC SCHOOL ANNUAL COUNTRY FAIR Sunday 6, 10am—3pm, Gol Gol School, William Street, Gol Gol

Put a big circle around Sunday, 6th May and plan to be at the Gol Gol Primary School Country Fair!

There’s food and drinks, a sideshow alley, quality toys and clothing stalls, face painting, jumping castle, and heaps of entertainment throughout the day!

Be there for the Auction and pick up a bargain at the white elephant stall; it’s tons of fun for the whole family!

It’s a great family day out. For more information call: 5024 8401.

QUALITY HOTEL MILDURA GRAND

WEDDING EXPO

Sunday 6, 10am-2pm, Quality

Hotel Mildura Grand, Seventh

Street, Mildura

Come along and see everything you’ll need to make your wedding day one you’ll never forget!

Featuring door prizes, fashion parade, hotel tours, product demonstrations and trade displays.

If you book your wedding reception on the day and pay your deposit, you’ll receive $500 off your final account.

Entry is free.

For further information, phone 5023 0511.

TRINITY LUTHERAN COLLEGE DEUTSCHFEST Saturday 12, 10am—3pm, Trinity Lutheran College, 920 Fifteenth Street, Mildura

On the Saturday before Mothers’ Day every year, Trininty Lutheran College celebrates Deutschfest. A sumptuous array of food is available including a German Beer Garden, German Bakehouse and homemade cakes.

There’ll also be fresh produce, Mothers' Day hampers, plants and fresh flowers, face painting, beer garden and Noah's Racing Pigs from Queensland as seen on Australia's Got Talent .

A great family day out for everyone with stalls and entertainment including lucky dips and showbags, kids jumping castle, facepainting and international food stalls.

For more information call: 5023 7013

DISNEY’S PETER PAN JNR. Friday 18—Sunday 20, 7-8pm, Mildura Arts Centre, 199 Cureton Avenue, Mildura

Join Mildura Theatre Company as they fly to Neverland with Disney’s Peter Pan Jr.

Wendy Darling who loves to tell stories to her brothers, Michael and John. But when her father announces she must move out of the nursery, Peter Pan comes to visit the children and whisks them away to Neverland. Their journey introduces them to the Lost Boys, Mermaids, Indians and even the infamous pirate, Captain Hook! It’s Peter to the rescue when Wendy is taken captive by the dreaded captain, who has his own sinister plans in mind for our hero.

Based on the Disney film and J.M. Barrie’s enchanting play, Disney’s Peter Pan Jr. is a modern version of the timeless tale about a boy who wouldn’t grow up.

Cost: Full $24, Concession $19, Student $15, Child 1-16 $15

Tickets available from: Mildura Arts Centre, phone 5018 8330 or Mildura Visitor Information Centre, phone 5018 8376 or in person. Online at www.milduraartscentre.com.au

MILDURA RIVER CITY JAZZ CLUB—RON FLACK REUNION JAZZ BAND Friday 18, 7.30-9.30pm, Mildura RSL Club Function Room, 130 Madden Avenue, Mildura

Treat yourself to a night out with live jazz supplied by the Ron Flack Reunion Jazz Band.

Dinner will be available from 6pm in the Wirraway Bistro, with meals and drinks as per menu and bar prices.

Cost: Free

For further information, contact 5023 1526.

MOTHERS DAY CLASSIC

Sunday 13, 7am-Noon, Nowingi

Place, Hugh King Drive, Mildura

Held in Australia since 1998 and started as a walk in the park, the event has grown into a national event in 10 cities and 27 regional locations. The Mothers Day Classic is a fundraiser for the National Breast Cancer Foundation.

The Mildura event is in its eighth year & offers participants a 4km & 6km walk & a 2km, 4km, 5km & 7km run!

Registrations can be made from 7am—8.30am. Formal proceedings at 8.30am. 2, 4 & 7km Fun Run to start at 9am, 4 and 6km walk to start at 9.05am. Breakfast available.

Entry fees on the day: Adult $25, Child (3-17) $15, Concession $15, Family (1 adult & up to 2 children) $45, Family (2 adults & 2children) $65.

For more information call: 0409 502 143.

MILDURA CITY MARKET Sunday 13, 8am-1pm, Langtree Mall and Ninth Street

Wander through this traditional style market, and find a treasure among the many stalls. There are all sorts of crafts, clothing, local produce, homemade preserves and dried fruit as well as an assortment of vintage bric-a-brac, jewellery, natural beauty products, plants and woodwork items. The market is managed by the Mildura City Market Committee. If you are interested in having a stall with them, please call 0400 032 803. Monday to Friday 1pm -6pm.

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MILDURA HARNESS RACING TWILIGHT MEETING Sunday 13, Mildura Harness Recreation Reserve, 12th Street

Gates open at 5pm and racing starts at approx. 6.30pm. Adults $10, Pensioners $5 and Under 18 free when accompanied by an adult, otherwise $2.

For more information contact Tim Scala on 0411 044 021.

MILDURA FIELD DAYS

Friday 18, 10am-5pm,

Saturday 19, 9am—4pm,

SuniTAFE Oval, Benetook

Avenue, Mildura

"Come along and have a field day". Two full days of the best our region has to offer as well as the latest in agricultural machinery and innovation.

Lots of scrumptious food along with all the latest products and the regular field day fare of tractors, machinery and more.

Kids activities include the Children's Field Walk, jumping castle, face painting and a huge play area.

Don’t miss Black Snake Productions, the free entertainment and demonstrations and lots of giveaways. A great fun-filled community event with a little something for everyone.

Cost: Adults $10, Concession $5, School aged children Free. jo@mildurafielddays.com.au www.mildurafielddays.com.au

MILDURA ALL POWER NATIONALS Friday 18, 3-10pm & Saturday 19, 12 noon-10pm, Olympic Park Speedway, Eleventh Street (river end), Mildura

The All Power Nationals is the biggest speedway karting event in Australia, consistently attracting over 120 nominations from not only around Australia, but around the world. Amongst drivers, it is regarded as 'the one you want to win!'

Bringing the best-of-the-best together always ensures fast, action packed racing, unlike anything else.

Cost: Adults $5 per night, school aged children FREE

For further information please contact Sunraysia Go Karters, on 0499 666 036, email sundirtkarters@yahoo.com.au or visit Sunraysia Dirt Karters Facebook page.

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MILDURA CITY MARKET Sunday 27, 8am-1pm, Langtree Mall and Ninth Street

Wander through this traditional style market, and find a treasure among the many stalls. There are all sorts of crafts, clothing, local produce, homemade preserves and dried fruit as well as an assortment of vintage bric-a-brac, jewellery, natural beauty products, plants and woodwork items. The market is managed by the Mildura City Market Committee. If you are interested in having a stall with them, please call 0400 032 803. Monday to Friday 1pm -6pm.

SUNRAYSIA FARMERS MARKET Saturday 19, 8am-1pm, Jaycee Park, Hugh King Drive, Mildura

Sunraysia Farmers Market provides the platform that links good food direct from the region’s genuine producers with community. Indulge the senses, taste, wander and unwind as you discover a range of superb locally grown, seasonal fresh produce and home made goodies. Take the time to enjoy breakfast made from the market’s produce as well. With plenty of parking, and playgrounds nearby, it’s perfect for families. For more information go to

MILDURA RIVER CITY JAZZ CLUB—RON FLACK REUNION JAZZ BAND Saturday 19, 1-3.30pm, Mildura Golf Resort, 287 Twelfth Street, Mildura

Like to treat yourself to something a little different for lunch while your visiting Mildura?

With lunch available from 12 noon, comprising a choice of 3 mains or 3 desserts for $32, drinks at bar prices . You will also be treated to live jazz supplied by the Ron Flack Reunion Jazz Band.

Cost: $10

For further information and RSVP (by 14th May) contact Helen on 5024 5056.

MERBEIN STREET MARKET Sunday 20, 8am-1pm, Commercial Street, Merbein

The Merbein Street Market is held on the third Sunday of each month.

You will find local and interstate stalls, fresh produce, local honey, arts and crafts, bric-a-brac, entertainment and the second-hand shops will be open.

For more information call 0427 888 708.

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ROALD DAHL’S GEORGE’S MARVELLOUS MEDICINE Wednesday 23, 9.30-10.30am, 11.30am-12.30pm, 1.30-2.30pm,Mildura Arts Centre, 199 Cureton Avenue, Mildura

A shake & stir theatre co and QPAC production Roald Dahl’s George’s Marvellous Medicine.

What starts as just another boring day for George quickly turns into a marvellous experiment of epic proportions!

On a good day, George can't stand his Grandma. She complains all the time, she's mean and she smells funny. On this particular day, Grandma is much more annoying than usual and George has had enough.

"George – make me a cup of tea! George – rub my feet! George –stop growing!" Ugh. Wanting to put an end to her constant nagging, George creates a special medicine, greater than any medicine in the history of the world. What he doesn't expect is that this medicine may actually work – just not in the way he thinks…

Cost: Full $25 Conc $20 16 and under $15 Groups 4 $60 ($15pp)

Tickets available from: Mildura Arts Centre, phone 5018 8330 or Mildura Visitor Information Centre, phone 5018 8376 or in person. Online at www.milduraartscentre.com.au

HUNGRY GHOSTS BY JEAN TONG Friday 25, 1-2.30pm ,Mildura Arts Centre, 199 Cureton Avenue, Mildura

How long is a piece of string if you tie one end to your home country and the other to your heart?

A young Malaysian–Chinese woman leaves the security of family for the freedom of life in Australia. Part mystery and part dark comedy, Hungry Ghosts explores what it is to be ‘missing’ – from being absent at the family dinner table to the still-missing Malaysian Airlines Flight MH370.

This is a play for those who left home and never found their way back. Suitable for Year 10+ Contains coarse language and mature themes.

Cost: Full $20, 25 and under $15

Tickets available from: Mildura Arts Centre, phone 5018 8330 or Mildura Visitor Information Centre, phone 5018 8376 or in person. Online at www.milduraartscentre.com.au

AUSTRALIAN INLAND BOTANIC GARDENS BIG BREKKIE & MARKET, GARDEN TRAIN TOURS Saturday 26, 8.30-12noon, River Road Buronga

Come and enjoy a freshly cooked breakfast in the relaxing atmosphere of the Inland Botanic Gardens. Breakfasts are served between 8.30am—11.30am. There are stalls on-site with fresh produce and crafts along with the local ukulele band entertaining visitors and Train Tours of the gardens, viewing exotic plantings grouped in beds by country of origin. There is also a magnificent feature rose garden with 1600 colour co-ordinated plants.

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40th MILDURA EISTEDDFOD Wednesday 30-Monday 18 June, 9.30am, Mildura Arts Centre, 199 Cureton Avenue, Mildura

The Mildura Eisteddfod Society, which has been operating since 1978, holds competitions in Pianoforte, Brass, Woodwind, Recorder, Strings, Vocal, Choral, Vocal Country, Instrumental Ensembles, Groups, and Jazz, Speech and Drama, Dance, Classical Ballet, Song and Dance and Tap.

It encourages and fosters the involvement of people of all ages in the performing arts, with particular emphasis on children and adolescents, along with performance opportunities and feedback from specialists in all chosen fields of performance.

It also encourages community interest in the performing arts.

Performances are being held at the following locations:

- Mildura Arts Centre - 199 Cureton Avenue, Mildura

- Trinity Lutheran College - 920 Fifteenth Street, Mildura

- Mildura St Joseph's Stadium - Cnr Riverside Avenue and Eleventh Street, Mildura.

Programs available at the Mildura Visitor Information Centre.

Tickets to be purchased on the day at the venue. Cost: Session Ticket $6.00 Day Ticket $15.00 Season Ticket $35.00 Concessions available.

For further information

www.milduraeisteddfod.org or call

0429 481 898.

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CALIBAN BY THE EDGE ENSEMBLE Thursday 31, 7.30-9pm, Mildura Arts Centre, 199 Cureton Avenue, Mildura

Caliban’s island is sinking. Ferdinand is an oil baron, Prospera a scientist and Ariel an artificial intelligence system with the power to save the world. As tensions rise with the tides, who will survive?

Exploring the battle ground of global climate politics through the eyes of those on the front lines, this brand new Australian work floats fragments of stories from South Sudan, Afghanistan, and the Pacific Islands on a wave of dynamic energy that’s heading your way.

CALIBAN brings personal stories and passionate perspectives on climate change into a main stage theatre space. Featuring six young emerging artists, the Edge Ensemble represents Australian cultural diversity.

Cost: Full $30, Concession $28, 25 and under $25, Group 4+ $25pp

Tickets available from: Mildura Arts Centre, phone 5018 8330 or Mildura Visitor Information Centre, phone 5018 8376 or in person. Online at www.milduraartscentre.com.au

MILDURA DAY HISTORICAL DISPLAYS Thursday 31– Friday 8 June, Official Display Opening 2pm, Carnegie Centre, 74 Deakin Avenue, Mildura & Mildura Library, Corner Deakin Avenue & Twelfth Street, Mildura

On 31 May, 1887, the Chaffey Brothers, the Victorian Government and the Queen signed an indenture formalising Mildura’s Australia’s first irrigation colony.

To mark this anniversary, Mildura District Historical Society, the Chaffey Trail Reference Group and Mildura Rural City Council will host historical displays, centred around the theme of Clutural Heritage including churches, newspapers, clubs and schools.

Carnegie Centre Display

The display will be officially opened at 2pm on Thursday 31st by Cr Jason Modica and will also host a presentation from guest Tom McCullough.

Afternoon tea will be hosted by the Cardross Progress Association, and a guided tour of the Mildura Club will follow at 3.30pm.

The Historical Society will be open from 10am-4pm Friday 1st, Saturday 2nd, and the week thereafter (Monday – Sat inclusive). Free entry.

School groups are encouraged to arrange a time to attend.

Mildura Library Display

Open during normal operating hours. Free entry.

For further information, please contact 5018 8100. Find the program online at the website, www.thechaffeytrail.com.au

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MILDURA DAY EVENING CELEBRATIONS Thursday 31, 7pm, Grand Ballroom, Mildura Grand Hotel, Seventh Street, Mildura

The Chaffey Trail Reference Group and Mildura Rural City Council invite you to join them for an evening of celebrations and history to mark this anniversary.

Entertainment will include live music, a historical play, readings and more. Dress up in period costume and step back in time.

Cost $10

Ticket includes a light supper and a sherry or orange juice upon arrival. Drinks available at bar prices.

Tickets are available to purchase from the Mildura Visitor Information and Booking Centre on 5018 8380.

COMING UP IN JUNE

May 30– June 18 Mildura

Eisteddfod

June 1 Mildura Harness Racing

Day Meeting

June 2 Sunraysia Farmers Market Jaycee Park

June 3 Red Cliffs Market Barclay Square, Red Cliffs

June 3 Kasey Chambers—Campfire Tour Mildura Arts Centre

June 8-11 Wintersun Run

June 9 Sunraysia Farmers Market with Riverfront Bou-tique Markets Jaycee Park

June 9-10 Mildura Kart Club North West Titles

June 10 Mildura City Market Mildura City Heart Mall

June 17 Merbein Street Market Merbein

June 22 Mildura Harness Racing Day Meeting

June 23 Australian Inland Botanic Gardens Big Brekkie and Market

June 23 Doug Parkinson Hon-ours Joe Cocker Mildura Arts Centre

June 24 Mildura City Market Mildura City Heart Mall

June 27 Josephine Wants to Dance Mildura Arts Centre

June 29-July 1 The Mildura Great Outdoor Expo Mildura Racecourse

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