Bushwalks: For something to get the heart rate going: ‘Lorne to Erskine Falls’ or ‘Cora Lyn Cascades’ is recommended; or for a more leisurely walk ‘Kiora Caravan Park to the rapids’ or ‘Blanket Leaf Picnic ground to Erskine Falls’ is a local recommendation.

Qdos Arts has been bringing world renowned contemporary arts to the region for over two decades.Visit Lorne Sculpture 2013 –a three-week festival of contemporary sculpture to entertain, amuse and inspire. The Lorne Festival of Performing Arts is on again on 7-9 September 2012. Visit the Lorne Theatre for one of the latest blockbusters or arthouse flicks.

SWING BRIDGE MODEL BOAT REGATTA. Presented by Love Lorne, this is an event for the whole family. Sail driven and electric boats welcome. Make your own, borrow ours or just watch and enjoy as the Erskine River comes alive! Age groups include everything from U10 to over 25 years old. Watch this space for entry details.

LORNE'S FAMILY FISH AND FEED. Enter the local fishing competition. Drop a line, then watch and learn how seafood is prepared by local chefs from the Lorne Beach Pavilion, babalu bar and the Lorne Hotel. In conjunction with the Melbourne Food & Wine Festival 2012.

9:00 AM - 2:00 PM Discover the beauty of The Otways on the old Beechy Rail Trail with a 16km Fun Run or a 6km run/walk between Barongarook and Gellibrand, culminating in a family fair event at Gellibrand celebrating health and well being. This inaugural event is a fund raising initiative of the Rotary Club of Colac, to benefit young people at risk in our community. Our aim is to hold it annually.
For your entry fee you will receive a free T-Shirt and show bag and enjoy stalls and activities at Gellibrand on completion of you walk/run.

The Colac Kana Festival returns again with a plethora of exciting activities for the community! 2012's theme is 'Australiana' and we ask 'what does being Australian mean to you'? With the traditional street parade on Saturday at 1pm and the fair-in-the-square to follow in the Memorial Square, there is something for everyone. Live music and entertainment, rides, market stalls, children's activities are just some of the delights the Colac Kana Festival offers to the community. Join our Facebook page to keep up to date on other events held over the weekend on the Kana Festival Calendar!

Birregurra Weekend Markets, held every Sunday in Birregurra Park from December to April. Local produce and crafts, including fruit and veg, plants of all types, local soap, jewellery, preserves, honey and the famous Birregurra Ice Cream. Make a day of it and enjoy the hospitality of Birregurra with local gift shops, pubs and cafes. Enjoy the community BBQ cooking Farm Food Sausages. All monies raised return to the community.

LOCATION: Birregurra Park, Main St, Birregurra

CONTACT NAME: Vicki Jeffrey PHONE: 0419 367 994

EMAIL: vaj001 [at] bigpond [dot] net [dot] au

Showcasing local
homemade and homegrown produce, craft, jewellery, jams and pickles,
pottery, clothing, fruit & vegies, fruit trees, soap, photography,
massage, nic nac's.

LOCATION: Apollo Bay Foreshore
CONTACT NAME: Helen Robbins

PHONE: 5237 7669

Birregurra Sunday Markets in the Park

Birregurra Weekend Markets, held every Sunday in Birregurra Park from December to April. Local produce and crafts, including fruit and veg, plants of all types, local soap, jewellery, preserves, honey and the famous Birregurra Ice Cream. Make a day of it and enjoy the hospitality of Birregurra with local gift shops, pubs and cafes. Enjoy the community BBQ cooking Farm Food Sausages. All monies raised return to the community.

Gosling Creek Wines

Fancy a warm fire on a cold day?

A bowl of home-made soup?

Fabulous local wines?

A chat with the winemaker?

Add some great local music and magic views (weather permitting!).

Gosling Creek winery is open on weekends from 11 to 4, with a music special featuring Jarvis Brown and Mountain Grey on 9-10 July, and Steve James every Sunday.

495 Murroon Rd, Murroon www.goslingcreek.com.au
Ph 5236 3229
p.s. watch Coxy on 2 July!