To Yarra Valley traveller, I want to tell you about a new festival from the Tesselaar group. KaBloom – Festival of Flowers! The fields made famous by the Tesselaar Tulip Festival are now dressed in blooms of all shapes and sizes. Who can go past the joy of standing face to face with the sunflower, … More Tesselaar KaBloom – Postcard
If it’s community spirit you want to see, all you have to do is attend the Mount Evelyn Street Party! I have to admit that I have not frequented many community events in the past, so I had no idea what to expect. Whatever my expectations were, they were well and truly exceeded when I … More Mount Evelyn Street Party
Yarra Valley Accommodation Imagine the squeals of delight from the children when we started down the driveway of Wiggley Bottom Farm. Determined to let the next town know that new guests had arrived, we were greeted by a very noisy gaggle of geese, horses sauntered over to inquire about the alarm and the goats at … More Wiggley Bottom Farm
Winter has hit us hard and if you are a parent like me you will be torn: do I stay home where it is dry, safe and warm, or find an alternative to screen time and venture out where it is dirty and slip hazards are a real threat? I am here to tell you … More Winter Holidays with Culture Tracks
Don’t ask me to describe the moment the basket left the ground on my inaugural hot air balloon flight. There was no fanfare, no G-forces and definitely no announcement to proclaim the event. In fact, in the time it took me to finish a five-word text message and press send we had lifted off the … More Global Ballooning Australia
All Month Long: TarraWarra Museum Exhibition – TarraWarra Biennial 2016: Endless Circulation Dates of Exhibition 19 Aug – 6 November Click here for more details on TarraWarra Museum Weekly Happenings: Wednesday The Independent Gembrook $32 per head for a two course set menu Drinks are additional. Bookings: 03 5968 1110 Thursday The Farm Yarra Valley … More September Planner
Have you booked Father’s Day yet? Well, here are a few options from the Yarra Valley and Dandenonge Ranges. Don’t miss out and remember to book. Click on photos for Yarra Valley Life write up. Coonara Springs (New and a must try) $75 per person for 2 courses $95 per person for 3 courses … More Fathers Day
As soon as you walk into The Independent you are welcomed with a smile. It is clear to see that this is a well thought out and extremely well appointed restaurant, with the soaring ceiling, white painted brick, industrial accents that speak of the buildings previous life and raw wooden features. However, with any establishment … More The Independent Gembrook
August Planner: Take a look at these dates and make sure you book ahead to avoid disappointment. 1st of Aug – 31st of Aug Yarra Valley Chocolaterie Hot Chocolate Festival $18 for Tasting Sessions 31 hot chocolate flavours over 31 days. http://www.yvic.com.au Friday 5th of Aug Herd One year Birthday Party! Starts 7.00pm $50 per … More August Planner
Steeped in history, Healesville has cemented itself as a must visit when wandering the Yarra Valley. It is evident that this sleepy town was once a hub for socialites and revellers. In the 1920’s the guesthouses were booked out and the flappers were out in force. The Cherry Tree has referenced this party era that … More Cherry Tree
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